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Pioneer Previews: Professor to discuss biography of local Ojibwe leader

In a program sponsored by the Bemidji Public Library at 7 p.m., Monday, Jan. 10, local author and Bemidji State University Professor Anton Treuer will speak about his new book,...

news / local / entertainment / education Wed, Jan 05, 2011 - 12:00am

Pioneer Previews: Bemidji artist featured on TV series

Common Ground, a magazine show which demonstrates the creative process of various artists living in this region, airs at 7 p.m. Thursdays on Lakeland Public Television. Featured this week are...

news / local / entertainment Wed, Dec 29, 2010 - 12:00am

Bemidji author Beth Solheim was one of the speakers at the first Bemidji Book Festival in August. Pioneer Photo/Patt Rall

Always something to do in Bemidji: Arts and Entertainment Year in Review

One phrase people almost never hear anymore is "There's nothing to do in Bemidji." Most of the time, people were referring to the lack of cultural or artistic events, for...

news / local / entertainment Tue, Dec 28, 2010 - 12:00am

Bob Paine Sr., left, and Roger Kalroos take a break from their workout routine at the Body Barn in Nebish. The two work out three times a week to improve their health. Pioneer Photo by Monte Draper

Here's to You -- Rural Nebish hog barn transformed into fitness center

Bodybuilder Pete Moen traveled to Bemidji 26 years ago to take part in the Mr. North Country competition in the old high school auditorium. He won that title, and in...

news / local Tue, Dec 28, 2010 - 12:00am

Pioneer Previews: Audition call announced for 'Snow White'

"Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" auditions for the Bemidji Community Theater will be held from 6-8 p.m., Friday, Jan. 7, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 8,...

news / local / entertainment Wed, Dec 22, 2010 - 12:00am

Bemidji musician Jake Jackson plays guitar. He will perform from 9 p.m.-midnight tonight at Brigid's Irish Pub and Restaurant. Pioneer Photo/Patt Rall

Local musician relates genesis of performance

Jake (Jacob Lee) Jackson knew early on, as he played the "spatula guitar" to his father's, music, that his future lay in music and performing. In reality, Jake cannot think...

news / local / entertainment Fri, Dec 17, 2010 - 12:00am

Pioneer Previews: Garrison Keillor's show is coming to Bemidji

"A Prairie Home Companion" with Garrison Keillor, actors Tim Russell and Sue Scott, sound-effects ace Tom Keith, the Guy's All-Star Shoe Band, led by Richard Dworsky and special guests will...

news / local / entertainment Wed, Dec 15, 2010 - 12:00am

Oak Hills Christian College students Lawrence Klingsheim, left, and C.J. Conger rehearse a scene Thursday evening as they prepare for this weekend's Christmas Festival. "The Christmas Carol of Luke," directed by Brian Swedberg, will be presented tonight, Saturday and Sunday in the college gymnasium. Pioneer Photo/Monte Draper

'Christmas Carol of Luke' starts tonight at Oak Hills Christian College

Oak Hills Christian College students Lawrence Klingsheim, left, and C.J. Conger rehearse a scene Thursday evening as they prepare for this weekend's Christmas Festival. "The Christmas Carol of Luke," directed...

news / local / entertainment Fri, Dec 10, 2010 - 12:00am

One of the songs in the "Christmas Carol (Gasman's Recollections)," "Save the Bones for Henry Jones" is performed by Berit Dybing, left, and Sara Breeze to Greg Gasman. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday at the Historic Chief Theatre in downtown Bemidji. Pioneer Photo/Patt Rall

Groups collaborate to present holiday favorite 'A Christmas Carol'

Well, it's not the standard "Christmas Carol," but it features some the familiar characters like Scrooge, Marley's Ghost, Ghost of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Fezziwig. Actually, it is a...

news / entertainment Thu, Dec 09, 2010 - 12:00am

Pioneer Previews: MPR seeks young classical musicians

Minnesota Public Radio is seeking young classical musicians; vocalists, instrumental soloists and small ensembles for the "Minnesota Varsity." The program will accept recordings from young artists, ages 14 to 18...

news / entertainment Wed, Dec 08, 2010 - 12:00am

Video: Students rehearse for 32nd annual Bemidji Chorale Christmas Concert

From left, twins Vanessa and Laurys Petrich of Central Elementary School and Halle Fodness of Northern Elementary School, all fifth-graders, rehearse "Away in a Manger" for the 32nd annual Bemidji...

news / local / entertainment Thu, Dec 02, 2010 - 9:39pm

Pioneer Previews: First Friday Art Walk offers variety of exhibits

First Friday of December events can begin at the Bemidji Public Library, which has on display December "Art in Childcare" sponsored by the Bemidji Early Childhood Initiative. The young artists...

news / local / entertainment Wed, Dec 01, 2010 - 12:00am

Pioneer Previews: Bemidji area to celebrate with holiday shows

Tickets are on sale now for holiday shows in Bemidji, Akeley and Hubbard. The first show to open will be "A Christmas Carol" at the historic Chief Theatre in downtown...

news / local / entertainment Wed, Nov 24, 2010 - 12:00am

Allison Barta models American Birkebeiner knitwear she designed and created as souvenir gear for the famous Wisconsin ski race. Pioneer Photo/Monte Draper

American Birkebeiner: Knitter's patterns honor historic race

Allison Barta, known for her Irish cable knitting books, has ventured into a new arena of needlework. Barta designed and knit patterns to commemorate the American Birkebeiner, the ski race...

news / local Sun, Nov 21, 2010 - 12:00am

Pioneer Previews: Neil Simon comedy to open Thursday

"Plaza Suite," a comedy by Neil Simon, will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, through Saturday, Nov.20 and at 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 21, at the Historic Chief...

news / local / entertainment Wed, Nov 17, 2010 - 12:00am

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