This exclusive event will take place at the upper-level bar-turned-speakeasy at TG! The intimate setting ensures a personalized experience with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and refine your skills. $35 per person |$60 for 2 |Limited spots available (pricing includes gratuity). Join us for a a holiday themed cocktail class with our very own […]
History Professor Richard Mtisi will give a public presentation on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m at Pulpit Rock, sharing stories from his new book about the history of conservation, conflict, and resistance along the Mozambique–Zimbabwe border. He will discuss the experiences of African communities affected by colonial wildlife policies and share insights and stories […]
Gruesome Playground Injuries is a raw, darkly funny, and deeply affecting exploration of love, pain, and the marks we carry from childhood into adulthood. Tracking the lives of Kayleen and Doug through a series of out‑of‑order vignettes, the play reveals their complicated bond through moments of physical injury and emotional vulnerability—skinned knees, broken bones, broken […]
Make time for yourself during Decorah Wellness Weekend, November 6–8! This weekend-long celebration highlights the many ways to relax, recharge, and feel your best in the Decorah area. Discover local businesses offering wellness services, fitness experiences, and opportunities for self-care, or find inspiration to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle. Whether you're looking to try […]
Join this class and learn all about primstavs. The primstav served as a farmer’s almanac marking religious days, changes in the seasons, and other everyday preparations. Recreate one of the primstavs in Vesterheim's collection; one is dated from 1566, or an oval primstav from 1700. A third choice is a historical primstav from the Norsk […]
Show off your skills for a great cause at Luther’s Got Talent on November 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Marty’s! Entry is just $5 to sign up and perform, and all proceeds go directly to supporting the Greater Area Food Pantry. Whether you’re taking the stage or cheering, you can boost your voting […]
Little Dipper Sauna Co. is bringing their outdoor sauna experience to Toppling Goliath! Join us on Saturday, November 7th and enjoy rounds of wood-fired sauna, cold plunging, and a complimentary drink of choice. When you’re done, cozy up around an outdoor fire or inside next to our fireplace. This event is for ages 16+. Sessions […]
Decorah Farmers Market Indoor Winter Markets Keep your local market tradition going through the winter! The Decorah Farmers Market moves indoors for four special winter markets at the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds. Shop from local farmers, makers, bakers, and other vendors while stocking up on seasonal goods and finding something special to take home. It’s a […]
Instructor Mike Ellingsen has set a personal goal to design a quilt each year based on an item from the Vesterheim collection. Fyresdal is his choice for 2026, inspired by one of the coverlets in Vesterheim's collection. There is a lot of cutting! A cutting list will be sent out before class so students can […]
Create a cherished family heirloom that will bring light and joy every holiday season.Starting with a porcelain tree shape, students will apply a variety of Nordic holiday symbols such as nisse, cardamom roll, woven heart, fjord horse, waffle, straw goat, Dala horse, Lucia bun, mittens, and socks. The symbols are made using templates and spring […]
Visit Vesterheim for a free presentation by Tammie Pontsler, a designer and educator in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The exhibit Threads of Migration: A Fashion Collection by Tammie Pontsler, open at Vesterheim from November 8, 2026-January 17, 2027, shares her newest design collection. This collection was created for an MFA degree from Savannah College of Art […]
The Luther College Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life at 7:30 p.m. Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel
Please join us for a lively Contra Dance on Saturday, Nov 7, 2026 at T-Bocks Upstairs, 206 W. Water St, Decorah. Robin Nelson will call the dances, and all are welcome. No experience or partner needed.
Seasonal Embodiment is a collaborative offering between Mikah Jaschke and Nina Smock to invite you to mark the celestial calendar with resonance and intention. Every six(ish) weeks for the next solar year we will hold a 2 hour, in-depth practice to explore the energies of the season and what they are asking of us. We’ll […]
Jazz Orchestra will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life main hall at 4 p.m. Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel
