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Bemidji Symphony Orchestra to conclude season with May 11 concert

1 week ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Dennis Doeden

BEMIDJI — The Bemidji Symphony Orchestra will conclude its 2024-25 season with a concert titled “Soars” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 11, at the Bemidji High School Auditorium.
Tutto Bene 'still thriving' as it celebrates 30 years in downtown Bemidji

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Dennis Doeden

May 3—BEMIDJI — Thirty years after it opened, indeed, "everything is well" at Tutto Bene. Founders Lori Forshee-Donnay, Jon Cameron and Dennis Bartz chose that name when they launched their Italian eatery in downtown Bemidji on May 9, 1995. Two ownership changes later, Tutto Bene is still thriving. "I think it's amazing that it's still there," Forshee-Donnay said.
Tutto Bene 'still thriving' as it celebrates 30 years in downtown Bemidji

1 week ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Dennis Doeden

BEMIDJI — Thirty years after it opened, indeed, “everything is well” at Tutto Bene. Founders Lori Forshee-Donnay, Jon Cameron and Dennis Bartz chose that name when they launched their Italian eatery in downtown Bemidji on May 9, 1995. Two ownership changes later, Tutto Bene is still thriving. “I think it’s amazing that it’s still there,” Forshee-Donnay said. “I think it speaks to the community support of local businesses.”The original owners operated Tutto Bene for 11 years.
30 years later, Mike and Chris Amble now own the establishment where they first met

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Dennis Doeden

Apr. 26—ROCKWOOD TOWNSHIP — The new owners of a popular restaurant and bar south of Bemidji are no strangers to the place. Mike Amble and Chris Larsen were co-workers at what was then known as the Squirrel's Nest in the summer of 1995. "He was the cute bartender," Chris said. "She was the cute server," Mike said. They soon started dating, finished their degrees at Bemidji State University, married three years later, had a son, and went on to pursue careers.
30 years later, Mike and Chris Amble now own the establishment where they first met

2 weeks ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Dennis Doeden

ROCKWOOD TOWNSHIP — The new owners of a popular restaurant and bar south of Bemidji are no strangers to the place. Mike Amble and Chris Larsen were co-workers at what was then known as the Squirrel’s Nest in the summer of 1995. “He was the cute bartender,” Chris said. “She was the cute server,” Mike said. They soon started dating, finished their degrees at Bemidji State University, married three years later, had a son, and went on to pursue careers.
Movies are coming back to the Chief Theater in downtown Bemidji

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Dennis Doeden

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysApr. 25—BEMIDJI — Back in the day, long before multi-theater movieplexes came on the scene, film lovers would flock to places like the Chief Theater in downtown Bemidji. Those days are coming back, according to the Paul Bunyan Playhouse board of directors.
Bemidji Chorale changing things up for its spring concert April 27

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Dennis Doeden

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysApr. 25—BEMIDJI — Conductor James Bowyer says he wanted to change things up for this year's Bemidji Chorale spring concert. A new theme, new venue, with cabaret-style seating and food and beverages should do the trick.
Bemidji Chorale changing things up for its spring concert April 27

2 weeks ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Dennis Doeden

BEMIDJI — Conductor James Bowyer says he wanted to change things up for this year’s Bemidji Chorale spring concert. A new theme, new venue, with cabaret-style seating and food and beverages should do the trick. The Chorale will present “A Broadway Musical Review” at 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at the Sanford Center Ballroom. “I wanted to do something completely different with the choir,” Bowyer said.
Movies are coming back to the Chief Theater in downtown Bemidji

2 weeks ago | bemidjipioneer.com | Dennis Doeden

BEMIDJI — Back in the day, long before multi-theater movieplexes came on the scene, film lovers would flock to places like the Chief Theater in downtown Bemidji. Those days are coming back, according to the Paul Bunyan Playhouse board of directors. “For the first time in over 30 years, the Chief Theatre in downtown Bemidji will soon welcome moviegoers once again,” the board recently announced.
Bemidji State to present end-of-year concerts April 26-27

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Dennis Doeden

Search queryBemidji State to present end-of-year concerts April 26-27Dennis Doeden, The Bemidji Pioneer, Minn. Wed, April 23, 2025 at 2:40 AM UTCYahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysApr. 22—BEMIDJI — The Bemidji State University Wind Ensemble and BSU Symphonic Band will present concerts this weekend as the school year is coming to an end.