The Office for College Ministries invites the Luther campus and extended community to this service of songs, readings, and prayers. Worship with us as we celebrate God’s love for all nations and all people. Join us at 10:00 a.m. in the CFL Main Hall. For more information or to volunteer in worship, email ministry@luther.edu.
Join us for brunch featuring Norwegian-inspired breakfast favorites like scrambled eggs with smoked salmon and fresh dill, french toast bake with lingonberry compote, eggs benedict quiche, and rømmegrøt bars, along with a full complement of lunch fare, salad bar, and allergy-friendly options. Tickets are $12.50 per person and must be purchased by April 22. Reserve […]
“Not Goodbye…Just a New Song”, final concert conducted by Rachael Buresh. A new artistic director will be announced this spring.
Monday, April 28th at 7 pm in the Decorah Senior Center, Midge Kjome will present a program about the Life and Work of B. Anundsen. In the early 1860s the 20-year-old B. Anundsen came to America to seek his fortune. He had fulfilled his apprenticeship as a printer before leaving Norway and brought his skills […]
Join us for an hour of free play at Sunflower’s beautiful new discovery center! Registration Required (max 100): https://www.decorahlibrary.org/events/open-play-at-sunflowers-discovery-center-april Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
It’s “CelebrAsian: An Asian/Pacific Islander Cultural Experience” at The Landing, Tues., April 29, 5-7 pm. For just $10 ($5 for students at any college or university with ID and for children), you’ll enjoy “Asia on a Plate”: Vietnamese Com Tam, a pork dish served with jasmine rice, eggs, cucumbers, carrots, and traditional spices Filipino Maja […]
Join us for the third Cultural Community Connections event. This is a partnership between the Center for Intercultural Engagement and Support (CIES), the Landing Market, and the Asian Student Association and Allies (ASAA) to provide cultural programming for the community in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Month. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 […]
Interested in spending time outside, exploring Decorah, and getting some miles on your bike? Join DPL, UpperExplorerland’s Biking School Bus, and Winneshiek County Conservation for Biking Field Trips! During this four-week session, we’ll bike to a different location every Wednesday and do some outdoor exploration. Perfect for 4th-7th graders. Space is limited. Age: 4th-7th Grade […]
Interested in spending time outside, exploring Decorah, and getting some miles on your bike? Join DPL, UpperExplorerland’s Biking School Bus, and Winneshiek County Conservation for Biking Field Trips! During this four-week session, we’ll bike to a different location every Wednesday and do some outdoor exploration. Perfect for 4th-7th graders. Space is limited. Age: 4th-7th Grade […]
Interested in spending time outside, exploring Decorah, and getting some miles on your bike? Join DPL, UpperExplorerland’s Biking School Bus, and Winneshiek County Conservation for Biking Field Trips! During this four-week session, we’ll bike to a different location every Wednesday and do some outdoor exploration. Perfect for 4th-7th graders. Space is limited. Age: 4th-7th Grade […]
Decorah Parks and Recreation will open summer registration on Thursday, May 1st at 8:00am. Brochures for recreation, pool and other activities will be made available before the registration date- stay tuned for updates!
Luther College Baseball vs Nebraska Wesleyan University Norse sports may have last-minute schedule changes. Visit LutherNorse.com for up-to-date information.
Luther College Baseball vs Nebraska Wesleyan University Norse sports may have last-minute schedule changes. Visit LutherNorse.com for up-to-date information.
Luther College Baseball vs Nebraska Wesleyan University – Senior Day Norse sports may have last-minute schedule changes. Visit LutherNorse.com for up-to-date information.
Mark your calendar for Friday, May 2nd. The Decorah HS Art Club will be at the shop. Student artwork will be for sale and all proceeds will go towards the HS Art Club. Drinks and snacks will be served. Come and see what Erik Dutcher and his students have been creating. Also… check out new […]
This showcase of oil paintings uses collage language to explore particularly intense and overwhelming feelings of joy through isolated or repeated elements, saturated color palettes, and mixed styles of representation. May 2 – May 31 Opening Reception: May 2, 6-8pm
Join us for this Special Olympics Iowa event that provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Winneshiek County to participate in athletic competition. Luther students can register to volunteer and participate in this fantastic event. Open to the general public to watch and enjoy!
Get ready to celebrate Mexican style ALL DAY at The Landing this Saturday, May 3. This year’s Cinco de Mayo specials are: @Justins (11 am-7 pm) Chicken tostadas (chicken, chipotle, peppers, onions & tomatoes) Ground beef tostadas (ground beef, jalapenos, onions & tomatoes) @The Buzz (7:30 am-9 pm) Traditional lime margarita or one-day-only strawberry margarita–just […]
Luther College’s Philharmonia and Cello Choir will perform a concert in the Noble Recital Hall at 12:00 p.m.. Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel
The Upper Iowa Audubon Society will host a presentation on the birds and wildlife of Costa Rica on Sunday, May 4 at 1:30pm at The Place Restaurant in Protivin. The program is free and open to the public. No registration is necessary and all are encouraged to enjoy lunch prior to the presentation. The presentation […]
Women of all ages and abilities are invited to join us for a ride on Sunday, May 4. We had a few great rides last year and are looking forward to more fun in 2025! It’s perfect for beginners, advanced riders, and everyone in between. We will have a flat option where riders can select […]
Decorah Chorale presents “We Shall Know” The Decorah Chorale will present a spring concert on Sunday, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the Decorah High School Auditorium. The concert “We Shall Know” reflects on the universal journey toward understanding: of ourselves, of each other, and of the forces that shape our lives. The Chorale will […]
Join us for a special Children’s Book Week storytime at the Phelps Park Bandshell on Monday, May 5th, from 3:30–4:30 PM—and get ready to meet a Wild Thing in real life! We’ll be reading Where the Wild Things Are and other favorite stories that celebrate imagination, adventure, and the joy of reading. Kids can enjoy […]
Regional Health Services of Howard County presents the Active Aging Expo. The expo will be at the Cresco Fitness Center. It is meant for those 50 , those caring for someone 50 , or those interested in knowing more about resources available to the aging population. Discover information and resources to help with your needs […]
The Ossian Lutheran Church is hosting a special meal deal during Ossian’s City-Wide Garage Sales. We will be serving a tasty sloppy joe, chips, bars or cookies and a drink for only $7.50. Hit the sales and don’t worry about cooking and check out our “Holy Grounds Café” from Thursday, May 8th starting at 2 […]
London, 1869. Four very different Victorian women are drawn into the dark underground world of female boxing by the eccentric Professor Sharp. Controlled by men and constrained by corsets, each finds an unexpected freedom in the boxing ring. As their lives begin to intertwine, we travel with them through the world of the privileged class, a Yorkshire […]
Seed Savers Exchange Annual Heirloom Plant Sale Friday, May 9-Saturday, May 10, 2025 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM All plants grown from open-pollinated, untreated, non-hybrid, non-GMO seeds! Select from dozens of heirloom vegetable, herb, and flower plant varieties. Proceeds support Seed Savers Exchange’s nonprofit work to save and share open-pollinated seeds. This event is on-site […]
Meet Guest Curator Dr. Nancy Coleman at an opening reception of the new exhibit, Pioneering Pages: Forming the New American Woman! Dr. Coleman will give a gallery walk at 5:30 p.m. The exhibit tells the story of Kvinden og Hjemmet (Woman and Home), a national magazine for women first published in 1888 in Iowa by Norwegian immigrant […]
The Luther College Chamber Orchestra and Opera Department will perform an opera in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m..
London, 1869. Four very different Victorian women are drawn into the dark underground world of female boxing by the eccentric Professor Sharp. Controlled by men and constrained by corsets, each finds an unexpected freedom in the boxing ring. As their lives begin to intertwine, we travel with them through the world of the privileged class, a Yorkshire […]
DECORIDE is a welcoming bike tour for all, supporting the Decorah Community Free Clinic. Hosted by Luther College and the Decorah community, it unites riders for a great cause. Enjoy an 11-mile scenic ride on Trout Run Trail with refreshing stops along the way. More than a ride, it’s a movement for positive change. Join […]
The Landing Market and Luther Art Program are hosting this Spring Art Sale featuring the work of Luther College students.
Check out the creative, future-forward talent of Luther College students and friends at a Spring Art Sale at The Landing Saturday, May 10, 10 am-2 pm. This special opportunity will feature: Pottery Prints Paintings & More All for sale to beautify your home or to give someone special. (Hint: Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11).
It’s an A Cappella Serenade, Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, 11 am @ The Landing. Treat your mom or someone like a mom to breakfast or lunch from Justin’s, smoothies or bowls from Root 43, coffee and sweet treats from The Buzz and Tandem, all while enjoying uplifting music performed by a cappella groups from […]
On this Mother’s Day, treat your mom or someone like a mom to breakfast or lunch from Justin’s, smoothies or bowls from Root 43, coffee and sweet treats from The Buzz and Tandem, all while enjoying uplifting music performed by a cappella groups from Luther College. The groups – Undeclared, Beautiful Mess, and Uptempo! will […]
Winneshiek County Conservation will host a shorebird viewing walk at Cardinal Marsh on Sunday, May 11th at 2:00 pm. Join naturalist Larry Reis in looking for the wide variety of migrating shorebirds stopping over at Cardinal Marsh, as well as any land or water birds around. Please meet at the marsh’s south parking lot, located […]
Join us for the evening as we celebrate Luther Athletics and award our 2025 Norse Award recipients!
Vesterheim invites everyone to a free Foot-Notes dance on the new Commons patio! Rain location will be inside the Commons. Kick up your heels to this fantastic Decorah-area Scandinavian dance band, or sit back and tap your toes to the music. Bring your own lawn chair to guarantee a seat. Stop by early and enjoy a meal […]
Who: Peter Geye in conversation with Keith Lesmeister What: an evening celebrating Geye’s new novel, A Lesser Light Where: T-Bock’s Upstairs When: Wednesday, 5/14 at 7:00pm Join Peter Geye, author of A Lesser Light, and Keith Lesmeister, local author and literary advocate, on Wednesday, May 14th, at 7:00 PM at T-Bock’s Upstairs for a reading, […]
You are cordially invited to a special alumni event commemorating the 200th anniversary of Norwegian immigration to North America, a pivotal moment in our shared history. Join us as we celebrate “200 Years of Norway in North America”. Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025Time: Registration will open at 2:45 p.m. (14:45)Doors will close at 3:30 p.m. […]
Luther College alumnus Erika Billerbeck (’97) has been an Iowa Conservation Officer for the last 25 years. In 2020, the University of Iowa Press published her book, “Wildland Sentinel: Field Notes from an Iowa Conservation Officer.” In this book, Erika takes readers along for the ride as she and her colleagues sift through poaching investigations, […]
Join us for this open gala throughout the entire CFA featuring the semester course work and final projects by students across all creative arts from Art, Dance, Theatre, Musical Theatre, and Visual Communication.
Concert at First Lutheran Church will feature instrumentalists and vocalists performing Grieg’s music. Supporting lecture by Dr. Jim Griesheimer, noted music historian.
Celebrate Syttende Mai – Norwegian Constitution Day – Saturday, May 17, all day at Justin’s. We’re serving up two Norsk favorites, Norwegian waffles topped with: Strawberry jam & whipped cream Nutella & bananas Gluten-free available Not a waffles fan? Get a Ronnie’s Roll, available on this day only. Plus, you can help pass on Norwegian […]
Join Trout Unlimited as we plant 100 trees and shrubs with other conservation and civic minded groups! This free event will help diversify the habitat near North Bear Creek. Please plan for the weather, and wear comfortable shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy or dirty. Please also bring gloves, sun protection, and a water […]
Join us for Yoga and a House Tour! Yoga on the Lawn at Porter House Museum: We’re teaming up with the DRIFT: Strength and Yoga Center for a special outdoor yoga local history experience on Sunday, May 18 at 10:00 AM! Join us for a 25-minute gentle vinyasa flow on the museum lawn, followed by a guided […]
Luther College faculty and alumna perform instrumental and vocal music of Johann Sebastian Bach. The concert will feature: Emily Secor, soprano; Andrew Whitfield, baritone; Spencer Martin, violin; Heather Armstrong, oboe; Kacy Clopton, cello; Kathryn Reed, harpsichord; and Alex Meszler, organ. The concert will be held in the sanctuary at First Lutheran Church, Decorah, and is free and […]
Decorah Parks and Recreation is excited to host the annual Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Meet on Tuesday, May 20, 4:30 pm, at the Decorah High School Track. This is a free event for qualified participants. Preregistration is strongly encouraged, but late registration will be taken beginning at 4:00pm near the track entrance on the […]
The Friday Showcase Concert featuring Nordic Choir and Concert Band will take place in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 7:30 p.m.. Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel
“IF WE LAUGH AND SING A LITTLE AS WE FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT OF FREEDOM, IT MAKES IT ALL GO EASIER. I WILL NOT ALLOW MY LIFE’S LIGHT TO BE DETERMINED BY THE DARKNESS AROUND ME.” ― SOJOURNER TRUTH Saturday, May 24, 11:00-4:00* At the Center for Belonging Folk School, Decorah Iowa, outside under the gazebo […]
The Saturday Showcase Concert with Symphony Orchestra and Jazz Orchestra will take place in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 1:30 p.m.. Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel
Sing in the spring with the uniquely beautiful tones and harmonies of songs from Bulgaria, Croatia, Ukraine, Georgia and beyond. These songs are evocative and vibrant, making for a singing experience that is exhilarating, unique and delicious to the ears and the heart. In opening our voices and ears to new sounds, we can forge […]
Quartet Winneshiek will be presenting its inaugural performance with a program of Dvořák’s “American” String Quartet in F Major, Op.96, Mozart’s String Quartet in Bb, K. 589 and Shaw’s Entr’acte. Quartet Winneshiek is comprised of Jonathon Winter and Nicole Cody – violins, Angela Kratchmer – viola and Craig Hultgren – cello. The quartet’s personnel all […]
Who: Karen Babine What: an evening celebrating her new memoir, The Allure of Elsewhere: A Memoir of Going Solo Where: Pulpit Rock Brewing events room When: Tuesday, 5/27 at 7:00pm Join Karen Babine, author of The Allure of Elsewhere: A Memoir of Going Solo, and the Dragonfly Books Staff on Tuesday May 27th at 7:00pm […]
Dogs and their human families are invited to Lake Meyer Campground for the kick-off of the Winneshiek County US B.A.R.K. Ranger Program on Wednesday, May 28th, 2025. Check in at the campground shelter anytime between 10:00 AM and noon to receive your free B.A.R.K. Ranger Training Brochure and start your adventure in the park. The […]
Sandy Good from Decorah, Iowa and Paul and Julie Roberts and Daryl Yoder, from the Iowa City area, are good friends who’ve played bluegrass music for many years. They will be doing a performance at the Turkey River Cultural Center in Ridgeway, Iowa, from 1-2 pm, on Saturday, May 31, 2025. This will be followed […]
