All posts in category Postcards
Postcards Video Blog: Windom Theater
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on May 23, 2013
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We Fest: Behind the Scenes
We Fest: Behind the Scenes
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “We Fest: Behind the Scenes.”
This episode follows up on last season’s Postcards story about the more than thirty year old history of the country music festival. Take a look at We Fest from a different angle: behind the stage. Learn what it takes to prepare for over 48,000 people per day during the three day festival at the Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes.
This new episode of Postcards airs on Sunday, May 12 at 7:00 p.m. with rebroadcasts on Monday at 1:30 p.m. and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. on Pioneer.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on May 6, 2013
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Minnesota Music Icons
Minnesota Music Icons
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Minnesota Music Icons.”
In this episode we will experience the musical history and talents of three Minnesota Music Hall of inductees: Johnny Holm, Michael Johnson and Sherwin Linton.
This episode of Postcards is now available to view online: http://video.pioneer.org/video/2365007099/.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on April 30, 2013
http://pioneerpublictv.wordpress.com/2013/04/30/minnesota-music-icons/
Meander Art Crawl
Meander Art Crawl
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Meander Art Crawl.”
In this episode we will take an artistic tour along the Upper Minnesota River Valley for the ninth annual Meander Art Crawl. This fall trip on a tank full of gas features over 40 artists in the five counties of our region using a variety of mediums and themes. Plus we will spend some time with Meander participant Bradley Hall, a watercolor and linoleum block print artist from Granite Falls, and watch him create his unique artwork.
This episode of Postcards is now available to view online: http://video.pioneer.org/video/2364999811/.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on April 16, 2013
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Sampling of Western Minnesota
Benson Bakery
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Sampling of Western Minnesota.”
In this episode, we will learn about the history of the Benson Bakery, a family-owned and operated business for over 80 years. Then see how Minnesota is honoring the memory of three conservation officers killed in the line of duty more than 70 years ago with the DNR Memorial in New Ulm. Discover how a small town farm boy, Glen Johnson, started the Lake Lillian Crier and went on to work for the U.S. Treasury.
This episode of Postcards is now available to view online: http://video.pioneer.org/video/2364996018/.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on April 9, 2013
http://pioneerpublictv.wordpress.com/2013/04/09/sampling-of-western-minnesota/
Steam Threshing & Trains
Steam Threshing & Trains
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, April 7, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Steam Threshing & Trains”.
In this episode we will experience the sights and smells of Rollag, Minnesota, at the annual Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion, held every Labor Day weekend since 1954. Then, tour the immaculately preserved and extensive End-O-Line Railroad Park & Museum in the small town of Currie, which draws visitors from all over.
This episode of Postcards is now available to view online: http://video.pioneer.org/video/2364991877/.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on April 2, 2013
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Alexandria Area Art
Alexandria Area Art
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, March 31, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Alexandria Area Art”.
In this episode we will visit with Connie Lee, a former Nashville country artist and owner of the local restaurant Tennessee Roadhouse in Alexandria. Plus, catch a special performance with Connie Lee and Friends at the Roadhouse. Then, we hear from an emerging young talent, Josie Nelson, also from Alexandria. Also see Glenwood artist Rikki Sneddon paint and collage in her home studio.
This episode of Postcards is now available to view online: http://video.pioneer.org/video/2364988601/.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on March 25, 2013
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Historic Minnesota Ballrooms
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere new episodes of Postcards beginning Sunday, March 24, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Historic Minnesota Ballrooms”.
This episode takes us on a journey back in time to the old Fiesta Ballroom in Montevideo, Minnesota. We will hear stories from those who attended the Fiesta before it burned down in the 1960s. Then, we learn about the rich history surrounding the Lakeside Ballroom in Glenwood, Minnesota, and dance along with the Lakeside Dance Club, celebrating its thirtieth anniversary this year.
This new episode of Postcards airs on Sunday, March 24 at 7:00 p.m., with rebroadcasts on Monday at 1:30 p.m. and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. on Pioneer.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on March 19, 2013
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Artists of Western Minnesota
Potato Eaters Gallery, Willmar, Minnesota.
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Artists of Western Minnesota”.
This episode explores some of the skilled artists Minnesota has to offer. Hear the inside story on silversmith artist Jean Menden in Boyd, explore the unique Potato Eaters Gallery in Willmar, and more.
This new episode of Postcards airs on Sunday, February 24 at 7:00 p.m. with rebroadcasts on Monday at 1:30 p.m. and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. on Pioneer.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on February 21, 2013
http://pioneerpublictv.wordpress.com/2013/02/21/artists-of-western-minnesota/
Detroit Lakes Music & Art
Caroline Smith
Pioneer Public Television is proud to premiere the next episode of Postcards on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. with “Detroit Lakes Music & Rural Art”.
This episode takes us to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, to hear two special musicians performing at the historic Holmes Theater. Jam along to the laid-back, bluegrass music of Hardwood Groove, a local celebrity in the community. Plus experience the folk melodies of Caroline Smith. Then we travel to Evansville, Minnesota, to see John House’s nationally renowned wildlife art.
This new episode of Postcards airs on Sunday, February 17 at 7:00 p.m. with rebroadcasts on Monday at 1:30 p.m. and Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Posted by Pioneer Public TV on February 12, 2013
http://pioneerpublictv.wordpress.com/2013/02/12/detroit-lakes-music-art/
