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Summer Tuesday Starts July 7th in downtown Stillwater

By waterstreetinn | June 30, 2009

SUMMER TUESDAYS: Week 1 – For the Love of Animals

Tuesday, July 7, 4:30 p.m. (Every Tuesday from July 7 – August 18)

North Lowell Park, Stillwater, right next to the Water Street Inn

Visit www.summertuesdays.com or become a fan on Facebook to receive regular updates

4:30 p.m. – Market with over 40 art, retail, craft, food, music and information booths, check it out!

4:30-8 p.m. - Valley Cooks featuring the Dock Café

4:30-8 p.m. - Chamber Grill featuring River Market Community Co-op

7:30 p.m. – Music featuring Pickin’ Up Steam,

Dusk (9:15 p.m.) – Movie featuring “The Black Stallion”,

Pickin’ Up Steam is a contemporary acoustic quartet, which utilizes the traditional bluegrass instrumentation of guitar, mandolin, banjo, string bass and occasionally the fiddle. Each artist brings to the group a wide variety of influences, including rock, jazz, Latin, folk, country and traditional bluegrass. For more information about Pickin’ Up Steam visit www.pickinupsteam.com or the Summer Tuesdays’ website.

“The Black Stallion” (1979, rated G) is an Academy Award Winning film starring Mickey Rooney, Kelly Reno and Teri Garr. Alec, a young boy, is saved from a shipwreck by a beautiful stallion. Together they survive on an isolated island and forge a lasting bond. After their rescue they return to America where an ex-horse trainer teaches Alec to be a jockey and guides the boy and the stallion to their ultimate triumph in this sweeping and majestic drama.

The Dock Café returns as a featured Valley Cook to kick off the 2009 season. The Dock Café looks upriver to the historic Stillwater Lift Bridge and downriver to Lake St. Croix. The patio, bar and dining rooms provide unrivaled views as well as the area’s most complete menu choices.

River Market Co-op will grilling up brats and hot dogs at the Chamber Grill, beginning at 4:30 p.m. River Market will grilling on the first, third, fifth and seventh nights of Summer Tuesdays.

Summer Tuesday is a free community event featuring a variety of market vendors, local food, live music and movies perfect for nights out with family and friends. Please visit www.summertuesdays.com for more information and schedule or call Greater Stillwater Chamber at (651) 439-4001

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Stillwater Car Show every Wednesday

By waterstreetinn | June 30, 2009

CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX-STILLWATER’S HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW

There’s nothing better than a summer evening spent down by the river in downtown Stillwater. Cruising on the Croix provides a great free, family-friendly event every Wednesday in June, July, and August (with the exception of July 22) from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. The first 125 cars will receive a dash plaque. There will also be live music on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 9:00.

The show will be downtown along the scenic St. Croix River stretching from Chestnut Street north to Mulberry. Vendors will be on hand selling the usual car show fare: hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, tacos, coffee, lemonade, and so forth. The vendor’s fees will go toward downtown beautification. Valley Outreach will also be running a Pepsi booth: their proceeds will go directly to benefit the food shelf.

Bring the whole family out to check out the great vintage rides and soak up the summer sun!

Playing on the outside stage Paul & Lorraine sponsored by the Water Street Inn

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Heatwave Northwood’s Style

By bct | June 24, 2009

Yesterday, at the Poplar Creek Guesthouse B&B, along northern Minnesota’s Gunflint Trail, the temperature rose to 80 degrees for the first time this year. Today it looks like we are in for another warm day. Then it is expect to cool down a bit. Still the nights are cool; never getting above the mid 60s.

However nothing like the weather we are reading about to the south of us.

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Lanesboro B&B Summer Getaway

By marvineggert | June 23, 2009

kayak on the Root River

Hillcrest Hide-Away Bed and Breakfast in Lanesboro invites you to a summer getaway. The weather is warm, the river is cool, the bike trail is shaded, and the ice cream shop is ready with refreshments. The downtown district is on the National Register of Historic buildings and is filled with interesting shops and restaurants . The Cornucopia Art Center features work from more than 80 artists from throughout the midwest.

Downtown Lanesboro

Lanesboro offers a variety of things to do for people of all interests. The theatre season is in full swing with the Commonweal Theatre Company performing “The Odd Couple” and “Rainmaker” through the rest of the summer. Tours of the large old order Amish community are available as well.

Saturday mornings feature the farmers market in Sylvan Park with garden produce from local growers and Amish women selling their baked goods and quilts. After a busy day on the trail and dinner alfresco, you can enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride of our picturesce town in the valley. Call us at 800 697 9902 to make your reservations now.

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Taste of Minnesota within minutes of Cathedral Hill Bed and Breakfast

By breakfastchef | June 19, 2009

Architectural Scavenger hunt clue 6

The fireworks at the Taste of Minnesota are rated some of the best in the nation. The fireworks show plays every night at 10 pm. This year there are multiple music acts and fun family activities.

The Taste of Minnesota is located on Harriet Island which is not far from Cathedral Hill Bed and Breakfast. We still have some rooms available, so hurry and reserve one! The dates of The Taste of Minnesota are July 2-5.

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Water Street Inn, Newsletter

By waterstreetinn | June 16, 2009

Lowell Park, along the River Front, Downtown Stillwater

Historic Water Street Inn

101 Water Street South

Stillwater, MN 55082

651.439.6000

www.waterstreetinn.us

At the foot of the Historic Lift Bridge

Enjoy Father’s Day in Stillwater.

Fathers eat Free on Father’s Day at the Water Street Inn

with another paid adult.

Good for Brunch, Lunch or Dinner

Live Music for Charlie’s Irish Pub located in the Historic Water Street Inn, in downtown Stillwater
Charlie’s Pub features live music every Friday & Saturday night from
7:30 to 11:30

June 19 & 20 Paul & Lorraine

June 26 & 27 Paul & Lorraine

July 3 Paul & Lorraine

Have you visited our Facebook page?

Water Street Inn

Facebook Page

Become a Fan!!

WATER STREET INN

Wednesday Four-Course

Wine Dinner

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
Four-Course Menu

Each week our Chefs create a four-course dinner menu, each course paired with a specially selected glass of wine.
Wednesday nights for $29.95 per person
Served from 5:00pm to 9:00pm, reservations suggested.
Not valid with any other special offers.

Starter
Coconut Shrimp with a Chutney Dipping Sauce
Coppola, Diamond Chardonnay; California

Salad
Jamaican Garden
Fresh Greens with a Caribbean Dressing
Coppola, Diamond Sauvignon Blanc; California

Entrée
Grilled Jerk Chicken
Served with a Mango-Cilantro Salsa
Coppola, Director’s Cut Chardonnay; California

Dessert
Caribbean Coconut Cake
Filled with Marinated Banana’s & Custard
Banana Colada

Historic Water Street Inn -101 South Water Street Stillwater, MN 55082 - 651.439.6000
www.WaterStreetInn.us

Right off our deck, enjoy dinner and a great car show!!!

CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX-STILLWATER’S HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW

There’s nothing better than a summer evening spent down by the river in downtown Stillwater. Cruising on the Croix provides a great free, family-friendly event every Wednesday in June, July, and August (with the exception of July 22) from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. The first 125 cars will receive a dash plaque. There will also be live music on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 9:00.

The show will be downtown along the scenic St. Croix River stretching from Chestnut Street north to Mulberry. Vendors will be on hand selling the usual car show fare: hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, tacos, coffee, lemonade, and so forth. The vendor’s fees will go toward downtown beautification. Valley Outreach will also be running a Pepsi booth: their proceeds will go directly to benefit the food shelf.

Bring the whole family out to check out the great vintage rides and soak up the summer sun!

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FLOWER ARRANGING ON A BUDGET **NEW**
Monday, June 22, 7 - 9 p.m.
Arcola on the St. Croix, 12905 Arcola Trail, about seven miles north of downtown Stillwater just east of Highway 95. Even the simplest flowers can look like they were purchased in a boutique floral shop. Learn how to turn grocery store flowers into an artful, professional arrangement. Instructor Pat Weaver, florist and former owner of Trisha’s Trunk in White Bear Lake, will instruct participants in creating an attractive arrangement to bring home with them. Cost is $20. Flowers will be provided. Visit our website for directions www.arcolamills.org Pre-registration is requested. E-mail info@arcolamills.org or call Laurie Maher at 651-439-1652.

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Cathedral Hill Bed and Breakfast : New architectural scavenger hunt

By breakfastchef | June 16, 2009

Here is an architectural detail on or around a building in Ramsey Hill. All details will be within walking distance of Cathedral Hill Bed and Breakfast. When 20 pictures have been posted, our guests can go on a “hunt” and provide the addresses of the details and win 10% off their stay if they can find 15 of them. It won’t be easy but it will be fun

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Water Street Inn Newsletter

By waterstreetinn | June 9, 2009

Riverjacks having fun on the St. Croix River

Historic Water Street Inn

101 Water Street South

Stillwater, MN 55082

651.439.6000

www.waterstreetinn.us

At the foot of the Historic Lift Bridge

Enjoy Father’s Day in Stillwater.

Fathers eat Free on Father’s Day at the Water Street Inn

with another paid adult.

Good for Brunch, Lunch or Dinner

Live Music for Charlie’s Irish Pub located in the Historic Water Street Inn, in downtown Stillwater
Charlie’s Pub features live music every Friday & Saturday night from
7:30 to 11:30

June 12 & 13 Patsy O’Brien

June 19 & 20 Paul & Lorraine

June 26 & 27 Paul & Lorraine

July 3 Paul & Lorraine

Have you visited our Facebook page?

Water Street Inn

Facebook Page

Become a Fan!!

WATER STREET INN

Wednesday Four-Course

Wine Dinner

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009
Four-Course Menu

Each week our Chefs take turns creating a four-course dinner menu, each course paired with a specially selected glass of wine.
Wednesday nights for $29.95 per person
Served from 5:00pm to 9:00pm, reservations suggested.
Not valid with any other special offers.

Starter
Korean Style Barbeque Short Ribs
Jacob’s Creek, Shiraz; Australia

Martini and Rossi Dry Vermouth - palate cleanser

Salad
Spinach, Currant, and Pine Nut
Served with a Currant Vinaigrette
Pink Truck, White Zinfandel; California

Entree
Maple-Glazed Chicken Breast
Served with Wilted Arugula, Bacon and Parmesan Grits
Coppola, Diamond Chardonnay; California

Dessert
Grilled Pineapple Tarts
With Dulce de Leche & Fresh Cream
Napoleon, Extra Dry Champagne

Historic Water Street Inn -101 South Water Street Stillwater, MN 55082 - 651.439.6000

www.WaterStreetInn.us

Right off our deck, enjoy dinner and a great car show!!!

CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX-STILLWATER’S HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW

There’s nothing better than a summer evening spent down by the river in downtown Stillwater. Cruising on the Croix provides a great free, family-friendly event every Wednesday in June, July, and August (with the exception of July 22) from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. The first 125 cars will receive a dash plaque. There will also be live music on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 9:00.

The show will be downtown along the scenic St. Croix River stretching from Chestnut Street north to Mulberry. Vendors will be on hand selling the usual car show fare: hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, tacos, coffee, lemonade, and so forth. The vendor’s fees will go toward downtown beautification. Valley Outreach will also be running a Pepsi booth: their proceeds will go directly to benefit the food shelf.

Bring the whole family out to check out the great vintage rides and soak up the summer sun!

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Taste of the St. Croix River Cruise Afton Hudson Cruise Lines

By Kathy321 | June 9, 2009

Cruise down the St. Croix on the Grand Duchess.
Taste food from the hottest St. Croix Valley Restaurants while enjoying over 40
wines with a Riedel crystal glass that is yours to keep. Cruise from 6:30 - 9 PM.
Boarding begins at 6:00 PM in Hudson, Wisconsin.
$65/person. Reservations required. Reserve a Jacuzzi Room at the Afton House Inn and receive 25% off your room the night of the cruise.

Silent Auction and 10% of ticket sales will Benefit Perspectives Kids Cafe

Guest Emcee will be on board to host Silent Auction

Call 651-436-8883 for reservations

Participating Restaurants

      Afton House Inn
       Marx Wine Bar
        Catfish Cafe

   Lake Elmo Inn
Barkers Bar & Grill
      Pier 500

Savories
San Pedro Cafe

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Water Street Inn, Stillwater Minnesota

By waterstreetinn | June 1, 2009

Lumberjacks on the St. Croix River

Historic Water Street Inn

101 Water Street South

Stillwater, MN 55082

651.439.6000

www.waterstreetinn.us

At the foot of the Historic Lift Bridge

Water Str

Beer Tasting Dinner June 4th.

Join us on the night of June 4th for a special dinner prepared with and served with Lift Bridge Brewery’s fine small batch craft beers. Chef Isaac is putting together a very special menu pairing these great beers with his great food. On hand will be the guys behind Lift Bridge Brewery to answer question about their products and how the brewery business works.
As a special treat Maria will be there hand rolling cigars.
Learn about Lift Bridge at http://www.liftbridgebrewery.com/

MENU:

We will be starting with Lift Bridge’s flagship brew, the Farm Girl Saison paired with butler passed hors devoures.

We will be seated at 7pm with a sample of the Biscotti Ale paired with a slow roasted shirmp appetizer with fennel slaw and a garlic beurre blanc.

Followed by The Harvestor fresh hopped ale paired with a three cheese soup.

The entree is a bone in Ribeye Steak with Applewood Smoked Bacon, Leeks and sauteed Yukon Golds paired with the Crosscut Pale Ale.

Intermission for cigar smoking, tall tales and other mischievous things.

For dessert we will be offering a new ligonberry summer brew called Minnesota Tan. It will be paired with Cranberry Chocolate Bread Pudding topped with Caramel glaze and Fresh Cream.

Cost: $49.95

Includes the dinner, the beer and

two hand-rolled cigars

Call today and make your reservation. 651-439-6000
Water Street Inn
101 Water Street South
Stillwater, MN 55082
651/439-6000
www.waterstreetinn.us

Charlie's Pub Logo

Pub

Live Music for Charlie’s Irish Pub located in the Historic Water Street Inn, in downtown Stillwater
Charlie’s Pub features live music every Friday & Saturday night from
7:30 to 11:30

June 5 & 6 Paul & Lorraine

June 12 & 13 Patsy O’Brien

June 19 & 20 Paul & Lorraine

June 26 & 27 Paul & Lorraine

July 3 Paul & Lorraine

Have you visited our Facebook page?

Water Street Inn

Facebook Page

Become a Fan!!

WATER STREET INN

Wednesday Four-Course

Wine Dinner

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009
Four-Course Menu

Each week Chef Isaac and staff creates a four-course dinner menu, each course paired with a specially selected glass of wine.
Wednesday nights for $29.95 per person
Served from 5:00pm to 9:00pm, reservations suggested.
Not valid with any other special offers.

Starter
Deep Fried Capaletti
Stuffed with Italian Sausage and Ricotta Cheese
Nippozano, Chianti Riserva; Tuscany
~served at 50 degrees Fahrenheit

Salad
Caprese Salad
Tomato Slices on Top of a Bed of Spinach
Covered with Mozzarella & Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Villa Sandi, Prosecco; Italy

Entree
Rolled Cannelloni
Ham & Smoked Mozzarella wrapped around Spinach, Garlic & Italian Sausage Served with an Alfredo Sauce
President’s Select, Chardonnay; South Africa

Dessert
Tiramisu
“Bandito Nuevo”
A warmed blend of Kahlua, Patron X.O. & Patron Silver
Served in a Brandy Snifter alongside Hot Coffee

Historic Water Street Inn -101 South Water Street Stillwater, MN 55082 - 651.439.6000
www.WaterStreetInn.us

Right off our deck, enjoy dinner and a great car show!!!

There’s nothing better than a summer evening spent down by the river in downtown Stillwater. Cruising on the Croix provides a great free, family-friendly event every Wednesday in June, July, and August (with the exception of July 22) from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. The first 125 cars will receive a dash plaque. There will also be live music on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:00 to 9:00.

The show will be downtown along the scenic St. Croix River stretching from Chestnut Street north to Mulberry. Vendors will be on hand selling the usual car show fare: hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, tacos, coffee, lemonade, and so forth. The vendor’s fees will go toward downtown beautification. Valley Outreach will also be running a Pepsi booth: their proceeds will go directly to benefit the food shelf.

Bring the whole family out to check out the great vintage rides and soak up the summer sun!

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