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in the cityNOTE: All calendar events must be received by November 1stfor the December issue and adhere to our guidelines. Emailllee@herlifemagazine.com for guidelines and to submit entries.3 NOVEMBER5 NOVEMBERTime: 6:00pmDetails: Bringing back the ruby slippers andthe falling house that started it all, the Children’sTheatre presents their most loved—andsingle-most-requested—production, TheWizard of Oz. Join Dorothy and her faithfuldog Toto, along the yellow brick road andencounter a cast of lovable and not-so-lovablecharacters. But don’t wait—tickets never lastlong. www.childrenstheatre.orgMidori Plays SibeliusLocation: Orchestra Hall1111 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis, MNDates: 11/3/2011, 11/4/2011, 11/5/2011Time: 11:00am on 11/3, 8:00pmDetails: The magnificent sea with all itsmoods and colors will wash upon yourimagination: the quiet serenity of moonlight,a wicked storm, and bold, bracing wavescreated by composers on either side of theEnglish Channel. Between these portraitsof the sea comes the long-awaited return ofMidori, who’ll play the hauntingly beautifulViolin Concerto of Finland’s Jean Sibelius.www.minnesotaorchestra.org4 NOVEMBERFall Wine DinnerLocation: Saint Paul Hotel350 Market St., St. Paul, MNDates: 11/4/2011Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pmDetails: The most elegant food and winelover's event in the Twin Cities supports theAnimal Humane Society. Enjoy six coursesfrom celebrated chefs, exquisite wines fromThe Cellars Wines & Spirits, plus one-of-akindlive auction experiences. Proceeds ofthis gala benefit programs and services ofAnimal Humane Society.http://www.animalhumanesociety.org/Wild Ruffle Pop Up ShopLocation: Downtown Prior Lake, MN16120 Eagle Creek Avenue, Prior Lake, MNDate: 11/5/2011Time: 9:00am - 1:00pmDetails: Shoppers can come expecting to findeverything from shoes to handbags, jewelryto home goods, and much more! Bring afriend and enjoy light refreshments (and somefun) as you discover fantastic items broughttogether for this one day only boutique event.A variety of locally owned and/or handmadebusinesses will be represented – get everythingcrossed off your holiday shopping list,and treat yourself to a little something too!With all kinds of special offers, discounts andgiveaways not found elsewhere, this is oneevent you don’t want to miss! Visitwww.wildruffle.com or call 612.805.5138 formore details.Dawn of a DreamLocation: The Depot225 3rd Ave. S., Minneapolis, MNDate: 11/5/2011Time: 6:00pmDetails: Celebrate the 31st annual Dawn of aDream featuring world-class live entertainment,program and dinner reception. Fundsraised benefit Children's Cancer ResearchFund. Visit childrenscancer.org for tickets andmore information.8 NOVEMBERThe Wizard of OzLocation: Children's Theatre2400 3rd Ave. S., Minneapolis, MNDates: 11/8/2011 - 1/8/201212 NOVEMBERSilent Night by the Minnesota OperaLocation: Orday Center for the PerformingArts345 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN 55102Dates: 11/12/11, 11/15/11, 11/17/11, 11/19/11,11/20/11Time: 7:30pm and 2:00pm only on 11/20/11Details: Based on the screenplay for JoyeuxNoël by Christian Carion for the motionpicture produced by Nord-Ouest Production.A fascinating true story, Silent Night recountsa miraculous moment of peace during oneof the bloodiest wars in human history. OnWorld War I’s western front, weapons are laiddown when the Scottish, French and Germanofficers defy their superiors and negotiate aChristmas Eve truce. Enemies become brothersas they come together to share Christmasand bury their dead. Acclaimed tenor WilliamBurden stars as the soldier whose voice inspiredpeace among adversaries – if only for aday. Sung in English, German, French, Italianand Latin with English translations projectedabove the stage. Tickets available atwww.mnopera.orgChaska Turkey Trot 5K & Kid RunLocation: 545 Pioneer Trail, Chaska, MNDate: 11/12/11Time: 8:00am and Race Day Registration is availablebeginning at 7:30am.Details: Join us for this family event organizedby Chaska deca students. We anticipate over700 racers in the 5K and gobbler races. The kidsruns include a 1/4-mile and 1-mile. All racersreceive a chip timing, t-shirt, goody bag, foodand beverages. Free child care during the 5K.1st-3rd place finishers for the Gobbler races getmedallions! Top males and females in the 5Kreceive a prize. All proceeds benefit the Mda,HERLIFEmagazine.com 49