Events - A Celebration of Winter

The Living History Society of Minnesota cordially invites you to

A Celebration of Winter

February 14-16, 2003 * Saint Paul, Minnesota

Schedule of Events

Friday, February 14: Theatrical. The MinneHaHa Players will be presenting John Maddison Morton's "Box and Cox" . First performed in London in November 1847, and in New York in 1848, this play is a miniature classic of mid-19th century theater. The evening will be complimented by a hodgepodge of theatrical tidbits, sure to delight and amuse. The Longfellow Playhouse will once again be re-created at the historic Triune Masonic Lodge, 1898 Iglehart Avenue, St. Paul. Doors open at 7:30 pm. The performance begins at 8:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Modern clothing is acceptable; period clothing preferred.

Saturday, February 15: Dance workshops will be conducted at the Triune Masonic Lodge from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Beginning and intermediate instruction in the waltz, polka, redowa, reels and quadrilles will be offered. Comfortable modern clothing is appropriate. Lunch will be provided. Childcare/Babysitting will be available on-site for an additional fee.

The Icicle Ball will commence at 8:00 pm in the beautifully restored, candlelit ballroom. Live music will enhance what is sure to be a memorable evening. An elegant late-night supper will be served and dancing will continue into the wee hours of the morning. Children 14 years and older are welcome to participate. Period attire is respectfully required for this event.

Sunday, February 16: Ice skating and coasting are planned at a lovely Victorian park in northeast Minneapolis. We will gather at the residence of Mr. & Mrs. Pinkerton at noon and from there make the short journey to the park. Bring your period or modern skates and toboggans. Hot chocolate and other light refreshments will be served afterward at the house, where we will enjoy the amusing pastime of parlor games, complete with forfeits. Modern clothing is acceptable; period clothing preferred. This event is held from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm.

Registration

The Registration Form will be available in PDF format

For more information or to have a copy of the Registration Form mailed on paper, contact arachnid@lhsmn.org

Maps and additional details will be mailed with tickets. Please see ticket information below. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. The registration deadline is February 1, 2003. After that date, please contact arachnid@lhsmn.org to inquire about ticket availability. A late registration fee of $5.00 per person will be assessed after February 1st.

Cost of events

Friday	Theatrical: "Box and Cox" a Victorian Farce, and other tidbits	$5 per person
Saturday	Dance Workshop and Ball	Pre-registration: LHS members $28; Guests $30 At-the-Door: LHS members $33; Guests $35
Saturday	Childcare during Dance Workshop	$10 per child, payable at Dance Workshop
Sunday	ice skating, coasting, parlor games	no charge

Primary Location

Triune Masonic Lodge
1898 Iglehart Ave.
St. Paul, Minnesota