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Tune each week as Paula Granquist interviews artists from around Northfield and Minnesota. New episodes each Friday.

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    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! CVRO and Hispanic Heritage Celebration, 9-11-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist visits with Paul Niemisto about the Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra concert, Immigrant Memories: Northfield’s Ethnic Heritage, during DJJD in Northfield and then highlights the upcoming Hispanic Heritage Celebration with Angelica Linder and Francisco Murillo from the Northfield Public Library. Let’s get together in Northfield!      Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra Conductor Paul Niemisto IMMIGRANT MEMORIES: NORTHFIELD’S ETHNIC HERITAGE https://northfieldartsguild.org/arts/music/cvro-2/ Saturday 12 September 2026 @ 7PM St. John’s Lutheran Church, Northfield, MN   THIS IS A DJJD BUTTON EVENT: THE CONCERT IS $10 (AT THE DOOR) PLUS YOU MUST HAVE A $5 DJJD BUTTON TO ATTEND THE CONCERT. Buttons will be available to buy at the concert. CVRO concerts are ALWAYS free for students and kids.   IMMIGRANT MEMORIES: NORTHFIELD’S ETHNIC HERITAGE The Swede, Nicholas Gustafson, a victim during the Jesse James bank raid of 1876, was an example of the many immigrants coming to Northfield during those years. John North himself was an immigrant from the eastern US. Our concert celebrates the musical heritage of the Swedes, Norwegians, Bohemians, Germans, and more recently, Latinos, who make up our wonderful community. _________________________________________________ Hispanic Heritage Celebration Join us for our 9th annual celebration of Latin American culture, music, dance, and food in Northfield's beautiful Central Park! Main Stage entertainment, NPL Bookmobile, Hummingbird decoration, face painting, craft vendors and community partners, food vendors, Mobile Sign Shop - Wood Carvings - Sponsored by SELCO, Tamale Contest, Heritage Stamps   Saturday 19 September 2026 from 11AM – 4PM Central Park, 421 Fourth Street E, Northfield, MN https://mynpl.org/hhc2

  2. Sep 4

    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! David Ullman, 9-4-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes musician and filmmaker and podcaster David Ullman. He will perform as the opening act for the Northfield Arts Guild first show of 411 Concert series The Singers Voice 2027. His documentary The Furious Light explores artistic ambition, disappointment, family, and creative fulfillment. Join us for a fascinating conversation about the artistic journey.  https://www.davidullman.net https://www.davidullman.net     Northfield Arts Guild 411 Concert Series The Singers Voice 2027 – An Autobiographical Concert Series Opening Act RE-Emerging Artist David Ullman and  Featured Singer Claudia Schmidt With Host and Piano Artist Dan Chouinard Sunday, 20 September 2026 @ 7PM Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street West, Northfield https://northfieldartsguild.org/arts/music/411-series/ https://northfieldartsguild.org/arts/music/411-series/   David Ullman: Dreaming Out Loud since 1979. Making sense of myself and the world around me by making films, music, and conversation.    The Furious Light (88 minutes) — Grappling with the gap between artistic longing and lived reality, a once-rising local singer-songwriter excavates his past in search of a reason to keep singing. Built from 35 years of archival footage, performances, journals, and interviews, The Furious Light follows filmmaker and musician David Ullman back to his childhood home in rural Ohio, where he interviews his father, uncle, and brother about the dreams, disappointments, and shared history that shaped them. Together, the Ullman Boys reconsider success, belonging, and creative fulfillment.

  3. Aug 28

    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! Northfield Living Treasures, 8-28-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes Northfield Living Treasures Paul Niemisto, Patsy Dew, Bob Gregory-Bjorklund, and Mac Gimse to discuss developments in the Northfield Living Treasure project.      The Northfield Living Treasure Award honors those individuals who have, over a long period of time, made significant contributions to Northfield in, through, or on behalf of arts and culture, to enhance the reputation of the city and the quality of life of its residents and visitors. Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/people/Northfield-Living-Treasures-in-the-Arts/61591463356008/

  4. Aug 21

    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! Jeff Sauve talks Wheels of Murder, 8-21-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes author Jeff Sauve to share stories about his new true crime book Wheels of Murder: The 1896 Bank Robbery That Shocked a Small Prairie Town.    Book Launch: "Wheels of Murder" by Jeffrey M. Sauve Friday 28 August 2026, program at 6:30pm FiftyNorth, 1651 Jefferson Pkwy, Northfield, MN Book signing and social time at 5:30 pm and an engaging program 6:30-7:15pm followed by giveaways and refreshments.  This free community event is open to all (parental guidance is advised). Call FiftyNorth at 507-664‑3700 or visit https://fiftynorth.org/classes/learning/lifelong-learning-classes/ to pre‑register.   Please join local author Jeffrey M. Sauve for the launch of his latest true‑crime book, Wheels of Murder: The 1896 Bank Robbery That Shocked a Small Prairie Town. The story follows the Kellihan brothers’ ill‑fated bank heist—the most notorious Minnesota robbery of its time, second only to the James‑Younger raid twenty years earlier. The Sherburn, Martin County, Minnesota, crime sparked a 150‑mile posse chase that was covered in newspapers nationwide.   Jeffrey M. Sauve is an award-winning writer and historian based in Minnesota. He has contributed numerous articles to regional magazines, local historical societies and museums. He has also authored several books for various organizations. After serving 20 years as an archivist at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota, he embarked on a successful writing career specializing in true-crime narratives.    His inaugural commercial publication, Murder at Minnesota Point (North Star Editions, 2022), has garnered significant acclaim. The book received a bronze IPPY (Independent Publisher Book Award) medallion for excellence in Midwest nonfiction, as well as a gold NEMBA (Northeast Minnesota Book Award) for best nonfiction.

  5. Aug 14

    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! Meredith Fierke from FURIA and Jessica Prill, 8-14-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist features the Northfield band FURIA with musician, singer and songwriter Meredith Fierke and the show also highlights jewelry artist Jessica Prill who will be doing jewelry for the show. Meredith Fierke, Steve McKinstry, and Aidan Gersky makeup FURIA and they are bringing to the Guild an inventive, exploratory art show to the Northfield Guild Theater.  https://northfieldartsguild.org/special-performances/     FURIA MEREDITH FIERKE          STEVE MCKINSTRY          AIDEN GERSKY Northfield Arts Guild Theater Friday and Saturday, August 21 & August 22, 2026 at 7PM   FURIA – Inventive, alternative artsongs written by Meredith Fierke and arranged and performed by FURIA—exploring the sounds of the high-strung guitar, clavinet, Hammond B3, reed organ, mandocello, national resonator, prepared piano, banjo and a variety of unique percussion instruments.

  6. Aug 7

    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! Cannon River Clay Tour, 8-7-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist highlights the Cannon River Clay Tour with ceramic artist Glynnis Lessing of Larchill Farm and emerging ceramicist Ella Shatz. This will be the 10th year of the tour! This year’s tour will feature functional and sculptural ceramic work at three studios in the Northfield area. Meet the artists, visit their studios, and enjoy the community.   https://www.cannonriverclaytour.com   Cannon River Clay Tour 10th annual tour! Saturday 15 August & Sunday 16 August, 10am - 5pm https://www.cannonriverclaytour.com   The ceramic artists of the Cannon Clay Cooperative invite you to join us for our annual Cannon River Clay tour! Hosted by 7 local clay artists and featuring 12 guest artists from around the region at three artist studios, this self-guided studio tour and sale includes a broad range of professional ceramic work.

  7. Jul 31

    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination! Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr., 7-31-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes Julie Fakler, Executive Director of the Paradise Center for the Arts and Mickey Morstad, Director of the production Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr. from the Marquee Children’s Theatre. This show is adapted from the JUNIE B. JONES Series of books by Barbara Park. Welcome to First Grade Junie B. Jones! https://www.paradisecenterforthearts.org/theater     Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr. Presented by Marquee Children's Theatre Book & Lyrics by Marcy Heisler Music by Zina Goldrich Adapted from the JUNIE B. JONES Series of books by Barbara Park Directed by Mickey Morstad July 31* and August 7 at 7:00 PM August 1, 2**, 8, and 9 at 2:00 PM *ASL Interpreted | **Sensory Friendly   Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store: Junie's best friend Lucille has found new best friends, and Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. While in Mr. Scary's class, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard — and she may need glasses. Add in a friendly cafeteria lady, an intense kickball tournament, and a "Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal," and first grade has never been more exciting. Tickets - Adults: $14.50, Students: $9.50 (Includes a $1.50 Processing Fee)  Show Sponsor: Federated Insurance Marquee Season Sponsors: Southern Heights Dental Group & The Bahl Foundation *This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.*

  8. Jul 24

    ArtZany! Radio for the Imagination ! 2026 Vintage Band Festival, 7-24-26

    Today in the ArtZany Radio studio Paula Granquist welcomes guests from the Vintage Band Festival: Joy Riggs, Jan Stevens, Randy Ferguson, and Brian Borovsky. This year’s festival (July 30 – August 2, 2026) will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the annual Northfield, Minnesota tradition. The roster of bands will include ensembles from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Washington D.C., Florida and Europe.  https://vintagebandfestival.org     Vintage Band Festival Thursday 30 July 2026 – Sunday 2 August 2026 There will be two stages at VBF 2026, the main stage in Bridge Square and a second stage in Central Park. Performances on Thursday and Friday will be in Bridge Square and performances on Saturday and Sunday will take place in both locations. Find the complete roster of bands and the schedule for both stages at www.vintagebandfestival.org.  https://vintagebandfestival.org   Vintage Band Festival, a four-day festival every three years, provides a joyful, fun, and family-friendly atmosphere with eclectic brass music played by bands from all over the world. Audiences of all ages get to enjoy the beautiful city of Northfield at both outdoor and indoor venues and experience the musical and historical legacy that Northfield has been able to cultivate. Other nearby cities are featured as well. Music and history lovers alike will be engaged by the exceptional and out of the ordinary music experience and emphasis on historical music, dress, dance, and ambience.   Music and Democracy: Living History in America Friday 31 July from 9:45AM until 2PM Central Park in downtown Northfield   Free and family-friendly event!  View the schedule:  https://vintagebandfestival.org/music-and-democracy-living-history-in-america/   The United States is 250 years old and the music of the nation has changed often during those years. The program will chronicle highlights of those historical and musical eras. It will include spoken word actors including Theodore Roosevelt, reenactor brass bands in period dress, a Dakota drum group and singers and a folk singing duo. The event include food and drink vendors, non-profit organizations tables, face-painting and make-your-own art booth and an all-ages bicycle parade around the park.    11:30 Northfield Suffragist Singers: Women’s Right to Vote Movement Northfield Suffragist Chorus, a newly formed group of local women will join us to revive the songs of the suffragists once more. 1PM Bicycle Parade Children who wish to participate in the bicycle parade are invited to decorate their bikes at 12PM prior to the event if they would like to. Decorating is not required! Decorating supplies will be provided.

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Tune each week as Paula Granquist interviews artists from around Northfield and Minnesota. New episodes each Friday.

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    2025 - 2026
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