live music

Songs of Hope returns after three-year hiatus

Jul 6, 2022

Songs of Hope is returning to Lake City to present a free concert for the public at the First Congregational Church, UCC, on Wednesday, July 20, at 7:30 p.m. After two summers with its doors closed by the pandemic, the global music project is once again bringing a stage full of youthful singers to...

Turkey River All Stars perform in Patton Park on July 10

Jun 29, 2022

The Woman’s Club of Lake City is sponsoring a free performance by the Turkey River All Stars on Sunday, July 10, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Lake City’s Patton Park. The Dixieland-inspired band features the banjo-playing of Lake City resident Dennis Robertson (pictured, at left). With him is band...

Education storytime with Chione Quintet is June 16

Jun 15, 2022

Musical group Chione Quintet will be at the Lake City Public Library on June 16 at 4 p.m. to perform their storytime program based on the book Shoua and the Northern Lights Dragon, written by Minneapolis author Ka Vang. “Set to beautiful and moving music composed by Minnesotan Jocelyn Hagen,...

19 Otto piano students perform at recital

Jun 8, 2022

19 piano students of Gloria Otto presented a recital for family and friends Saturday, May 28. Each student performed a classical selection and a duet. First row, from left: Grace Knudsen, Autumn Settle, Miles Settle, Clara Settle, Bryleigh Anderson, and Josie Hinck. Second row, from left: Brooks...

Lake City Music Showcase is May 21

May 11, 2022

The fourth Lake City Music Showcase is coming to Patton Park in Lake City on Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. This free day of music features many local musicians, local food vendors, and a children’s activity funded by a Lake City philanthropic foundation. Conceived and booked by local...

Following grows for musician’s free-form lunch hour performances

Apr 27, 2022

For several weeks, Coleen Fowler has performed Wednesdays for about an hour around lunchtime at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Lake City. Attendance at the free concerts was light at first, but it’s growing. A few dozen were in attendance on April 20 to watch her perform free-form improvisational...

Chamber honky-tonk

Apr 27, 2022

The Lake City Chamber of Commerce held a country-themed banquet Thursday, April 21, at the Lake City Sportsman’s Club with country music performed by Tim Emmons and the Stranger and barbecue from Kelly’s Lakehouse. Many in attendance came wearing cowboy boots, hats and other western attire. “We...

We Are Water comes to Lake City April 28

Apr 20, 2022

Lake City is one of seven host communities for We Are Water MN, a traveling exhibit and event series meant to foster a connection between people and water resources. “We Are Water MN deepens connections between the humanities and water through a network of partnerships, a traveling exhibit, and...

Memorial Day community choir rehearsals to begin

Apr 6, 2022

A community choir under the direction of Lisa Wallerich and Travis Walker will provide special music at the Lake City Memorial Day program at Lincoln High School on Memorial Day. Members of the high school choir, church choirs, and anyone ninth grade and older who wants to participate is invited...

Galactic Cowboy Orchestra trio show is April 9 at Lake City Area Arts

Mar 30, 2022

Galactic Cowboy Orchestra Acoustic Trio will perform April 9 at Lake City Area Arts Center in Lake City. The show begins at 7 p.m. The suggested donation for admission is $15. Galactic Cowboy Orchestra was started in 2009 by founding member/bass player John Wright. “The band was born out of a...