March 1st is Tuesday this week! We are another step closer to some warmer weather and one step closer to SPRING BREAK! Make sure to buckle down for this final week of classes before spring break and study hard for all those mid-term exams. In between you studies this week, we have plenty of activities and events to fill up your time this week in Winona…
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Do you have any announcements, events, or items of interest coming up in the Winona area that you would like to get the word out on? Just let us know and we will post for you in our next edition of Winona Student’s Social Calendar!
Recurring Winter Events/Activities
- Visit the Lake Lodge Recreation Center for some ice-skating or snowshoeing on Lake Winona. They’re open Monday-Friday from 4:00-7:00pm and on Saturday/Sunday from 1:00-7:00pm. A winter seasonal pass is just $15. Snowshoes, ice skates, broomball sticks, and hockey sticks can be rented on a daily rate from the Lodge.
- Strap on your snowshoes & explore Winona’s enchanting trails. Winona features a number of in-town parks and trails as well as nearby State Parks that offer both cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Check out more information from Visit Winona and plan your next great excursion!
- Ice Skate at the Bud King Ice Arena (670 E Front St) in Winona. The Bud King Ice Arena features a new indoor ice refrigeration system and outdoor ice rink that overlook the beautiful Mississippi River. The arena is managed by the Winona Area Youth Hockey Association (WAYHA). For more information on open skate times, skating lessons, and hockey programs, visit the WAYHA website.
This Week in Winona
February 28: 6-9pm: Paint and Sip Class at Cornerstone Bar (501 W 4th St):
Add a sparkly twist to this classic bouquet! This painting is easy to customize! No experience necessary! Our local artist will make it super easy for all skill levels. Come see us in Winona! Friendly service and plenty of “liquid inspiration” awaits!
HOW TO REGISTER: Please pre-register here: https://www.wineandcanvas.com/rochester/events
ABOUT THE CLASS: Get ready to paint & sip at Cornerstone Bar! Our local Artist will guide the class step-by-step through the featured painting and is always available for one-on-one assistance. Not artsy? No worries! No experience is necessary!
TICKETS: $35/seat for canvas
FOOD & BEVERAGES: Snacks and Beverages are not included, but they are available for purchase from the bar during the class!
March 1: 3:30-6:30pm: Winona WinStars Fundraiser at Steak Shop and Catering Services: Please Order in Advance. $1 per meal will be donated to Winona WinStars
Grilled ½ Chicken,
Potato Salad or Baby Potatoes,
Baked Beans, Roll & Butter
$11 Tax Included
Pick Up 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Offering Delivery for Evening Meals $4 – Local Area
Call 507-452-3150 or order online at https://steakshopcatering.ordereze.net/
March 3: 6:00-9:00pm: Campfire Concert Series present Ryan Acker at Blue Heron Coffee House: Join us at the Blue Heron Coffee House for an evening of great music, hot pizzas, delicious beverages, and smiling faces. Order some food and you get the music for free. As songwriter and multi-instrumentalist for The Last Revel, Ryan Acker has made a lasting impression on the contemporary folk and bluegrass community with 4 studio albums and national tours with bands such as Trampled by Turtles, the Infamous Stringdusters, and Yonder Mountain String Band.
March 5th: 7:00-10:00am: Winona Farmer’s Market at East Recreational Center (210 Zumbro St): Get your fresh food fix, sip some coffee, interact with friends, and enjoy a leisurely morning.
March 5th: 10:00-12:00am: The Art of Living/Riding the Wave with Sarah Johnson at Minnesota Marine Art Museum (800 Riverview Dr): Join us for an interactive program with Sarah in which we will play with art materials, explore the connections between creativity and health, and what it means to “ride the wave.” The thought-provoking experiential activities are designed to encourage connections with ourselves and other humans. Each workshop is unique; past themes have focused on acceptance, self-compassion, and willingness, among others.
Featured Student Housing for 2022-2023
The importance of your student housing choices, in terms of both social and academic success while at Winona State University cannot be overestimated. Studies have shown that the quality of housing is directly correlated with academic success. To be successful in college, students need a college “home” where they feel safe, secure, and comfortable: WsYOU Student Housing is your premier choice for quality apartments in Winona and Fountain City, WI. Live Where You Like, Love Where You Live!
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4-bedroom apartment, 1 block to Winona State University’s main campus
Only $349!
327 W 8th St. #1, Winona, MN
It is time to love where you live! This large, updated 4-bedroom apartment is just 1 block to Winona State’s main campus. With four nice-sized bedrooms everyone will be happy. There is also a free washer/dryer in-unit, and a remodeled kitchen with dishwasher. The living room features a large decorative fireplace and the property also has free off-street parking just outside your entrance door.
Visit the WsYOU website for the full listing (327 W 8th St #1), complete with additional information, pictures, floor plan, and a full virtual tour.
Showings are available Monday through Friday, 10AM-6PM. Showings may be available at other times and on weekends by request. For the best in Winona student housing and the most beautiful Winona apartments in town, visit our full list of current offerings by visiting the WsYOU Address List. Whether you’re looking for a Winona apartment or a vacation-style rental in Fountain City – WsYOU is your home for all your student housing needs!
CONTACT US: Email office@wsyou.com or call 507-454-4444, or text 507-274-7143 for more information or to set up a showing.
Storage Units & Garages for Rent
Starting at $25 per month. Various sizes, including 6’x6’, 8’x8’, and 8’x12’. Central locations available including availability at the World Famous Quad 2.0 (307 W 10th St). Lock with your own lock and key for added security. Short and long-term leases available. Learn more here and reserve yours today.
Check out Winona’s student housing Facebook page. Stay up to date on all the latest Winona student news and information including housing deals and WsYOU contest winners. Sign up for a chance to win great prizes like gift cards, free coffee, cash, and more!
Have a wonderful week in Winona!
Cody & Reid
Winona Student’s Social Calendar is a publication of WsYOU/Bluff City Properties, LLC. Written and edited by Cody Anderson, President & Reid Kruegel, WSU Business Intern.
Please send any questions regarding Winona Student’s Social Calendar or Winona off-campus housing to office@wsyou.com or call 507-454-4444.
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