Hastings Friday Briefing (Jan 16): Music, Natives, Neighbors, and the Latest
AI image by HastingsNow.com
Hello, Hastings, MN — it’s Friday, Jan 16, 2026, and the weekend planning window is officially open. Below are the most useful posts from today’s feeds, cleaned up into a quick, practical briefing. If something feels missing, it’s usually because the original post didn’t list a time, date, or location — and we’ll say that plainly.
Fastest Answers
Tonight: No strong item found in today’s feeds.
Saturday: Jay Herman plays a Saturday set at United Heroes League (United Heroes League, Hastings, MN) 12:30 PM
This Weekend: Downtown Hastings tees up ice carving, shopping, and wagon rides (Downtown Hastings, Hastings, MN)
Save for later: Hastings Concert Association flags a Feb. 22 concert at 3 PM (Hastings, MN) Feb 22
In this briefing:
A couple of clear Saturday music timestamps to build around.
Downtown’s weekend “bundle” (ice carving + wagon rides + browsing).
A simple family plan: kids fish free during Ice Fishing Weekend (Jan 17–19).
A Monday heads-up: City offices closed for MLK Day.
Raiders Swim & Dive win + a note about the next broadcast.
Music
Friday nights are for picking a plan and committing to it.
[United Heroes League, Hastings, MN] — [Jan 17] — [Jay Herman plays a Saturday set at United Heroes League]
Highlights: Listed for Saturday, Jan 17 at 12:30 PM at United Heroes League.
Why it matters: A clear midday music slot tied to Hockey Day weekend plans.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/deshpetsiev/posts/pfbid0ipviU3myNgzoyVPtR6fvRuaidjQqR5gR1HTLZYjtdED58eT6BRzrpVt7n5N9zsJPl
[Ziggy’s on Main, Stillwater, MN] — [Jan 16] — [Ziggy’s on Main lists Saturday afternoon live music]
Highlights: Post lists live music at Ziggy’s on Main on Saturday at 2 PM; check official post for full lineup.
Why it matters: Helps you pick a low-effort music plan for the weekend.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?id=100034534196630&story_fbid=pfbid02C7pZSvk2CdMdvLNuuR8HkaR6TXNaALCbHrdrRQWz6uGYXyKbeyaAtvnb38ujN3Pnl
[United Heroes League] — [Jan 14] — [The Bored teases Hockey Day opening-night set at UHL]
Highlights: They say they’ll play Hockey Day Minnesota’s opening night at United Heroes League; time not listed—check official post.
Why it matters: If you’re heading to Hockey Day, it’s an extra entertainment cue.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/TheBoredBOE/posts/pfbid036x9Sh7a5eJyGrfEqN9PnWYUwBYed7t1apu4Q5tz24ewStbJ1FREThLGywRLKoP7jl
[Hastings, MN] — [Feb 22] — [Hastings Concert Association flags a Feb. 22 concert at 3 PM]
Highlights: Concert is listed for Sunday, Feb 22 at 3 PM; deal details are mentioned but not specified—check official post.
Why it matters: A calendar save for winter — an easy local outing to plan ahead.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/HastingsConcertAssociation/posts/pfbid0UJaxrE2ZywRwipZ18PQ2c16MtYEiJwrUUNQt2HfPZ4YKd2X4dUYsqk3H38bcYgwtl
Natives
Local people doing interesting things — worth a look.
[Hastings, MN] — [Jan 14] — [Podcast rewind: a conversation on living as a highly sensitive person]
Highlights: Post shares a podcast rewind clip and points listeners to the full episode; no local event details listed.
Why it matters: A quick listen to add to your weekend queue.
Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTgR4MtkptS
[Hastings, MN] — [Jan 15] — [Ben Utecht shares a culture coaching note on protecting belief]
Highlights: Post shares a short culture coaching reflection and points to a video for more context; no local event details listed.
Why it matters: Useful mindset content if you’re leading a team or group.
Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTiqua4j_CB
[Cook area, MN] — [Jan 22] — [Empty Bowls fundraiser listed Jan. 22 to support local food shelves]
Highlights: Post lists an Empty Bowls fundraiser Thursday, Jan 22 from 4:30–7 in a school commons in the Cook area.
Why it matters: A community-minded event that supports food shelves through local art.
Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTTtUzKld1T
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Neighbors
Good options just a short drive away.
[Minnesota] — [Jan 17] — [Take a Kid Ice Fishing Weekend starts Saturday across Minnesota]
Highlights: Program runs Saturday, Jan 17 through Monday, Jan 19 and lets kids fish free with an adult; time not listed—check official post.
Why it matters: A simple, low-cost winter plan if you’ve got young anglers.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/mnfishwildlife/posts/pfbid0NMNvTedHKaQ1bZDx63ZADpRY3omzPWxZPtFmbVn97ZeASs4QLDq1RUfbotEewq2gl
[Philander's Grill & Bar, Prescott, WI] — [Jan 22] — [Prescott Chamber happy hour listed Jan. 22 at Philander’s]
Highlights: Chamber Happy Hour is listed for January 22 from 5–7 PM at Philander’s Grill & Bar.
Why it matters: A nearby networking option if you’re crossing the river midweek.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/prescottwichamber/posts/pfbid02LvvYyQuGyAmmqTgMQMTvGw1TRG9fZw2wQaE2wbRM5HK8kCgqfjNBrpBvniwWLQdSl
[Dakota County Extension and Conservation Center, Farmington, MN] — [Jan 24] — [Dakota County 4-H offers a needle-arts sewing workshop Jan. 24]
Highlights: Workshop is listed Saturday, Jan 24 (9 a.m.–1 p.m.) at the Dakota County Extension and Conservation Center in Farmington, with a $5 cost.
Why it matters: A hands-on winter activity and a skill-builder for kids and teens.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/dakota.county4h/posts/pfbid06mfUt6v3P8Qm9AN86xAoW6eAdxhY3gNpNmkTX9VdfS6dhDU56ou7nEHhKKSLeZBAl
[Eagan, MN] — [Jan 29] — [Eagan Sustainable Eagan Academy session set for Jan. 29]
Highlights: City of Eagan promotes a Sustainable Eagan Academy session on Jan 29 about reducing waste and toxins at home; time not listed—check official post.
Why it matters: Good practical info if you’re trying to simplify home routines.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1369020184416674/
Latest
The bulletin board, minus the clutter.
[Hastings, MN] — [Jan 16] — [Raiders Boys Swim & Dive edges Simley, 96–90, in final event]
Highlights: HCTV reports a 96–90 Raiders win over Simley and notes the next broadcast is listed as 'tomorrow' for Girls Basketball vs Tartan.
Why it matters: Quick local sports pride — plus a heads-up for the next broadcast.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/HastingsCommunityTV/posts/pfbid0yooeftHWX9GtpzcRopeGaJrUzt3yCuuhaBk9nwopjFtgPTJoQoK1J2AmkXi7mp6fl
[Downtown Hastings, Hastings, MN] — [Jan 15] — [Downtown Hastings tees up ice carving, shopping, and wagon rides]
Highlights: Post highlights weekend ice carving in Oliver’s Grove Park and horse-and-wagon rides on 2nd Street; time not listed—check official post.
Why it matters: A ready-made weekend plan with multiple stop-in options.
Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTijtW1khrp
[Hastings, MN] — [Jan 19] — [Hastings city offices closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day]
Highlights: City offices will be closed Monday, Jan 19 and reopen Tuesday, Jan 20.
Why it matters: Saves you a trip if you need city services.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/cityhastingsmn/posts/pfbid02q9L2MRVPVwgcYn64xNfSaLV8LHigNA5eGicDCaAMGYz8kT8PLjuFPvrfCAaD825il
[Hastings Arts Center, Hastings, MN] — [Jan 16] — [Hastings Arts Center says sign-up slots remain for a donation day]
Highlights: Post says about 14 sign-up spots remain, mostly between 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM; date not listed—check official post.
Why it matters: If you’ve been meaning to donate, this is a timely nudge with remaining slots.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/hastingsartscenter/posts/pfbid02yhMschreK8JZM4XxzZeRbccRwnSNTBiy63Vj53VitEyjRAzUyWNFaX4B6tKvWajrl
[Lake Rebecca Park, Hastings, MN] — [Feb 7] — [Free ice fishing event listed Feb. 7 at Lake Rebecca Park]
Highlights: City lists a free ice fishing event Saturday, Feb 7 at Lake Rebecca Park in Hastings and says registration is required.
Why it matters: An easy family-friendly winter outing to put on the calendar.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/cityhastingsmn/posts/pfbid02LaPha5NYbVAinFaphfCopnkbM1skxkne71xGPYigwSmbLqRFUzaEbymdHue4ZfFcl
Sources are linked on each item via the original post.
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Fastest Answers
Tonight: No strong item found in today’s feeds.
Saturday: Jay Herman plays a Saturday set at United Heroes League (United Heroes League, Hastings, MN) 12:30 PM
This Weekend: Downtown Hastings tees up ice carving, shopping, and wagon rides (Downtown Hastings, Hastings, MN)
Save for later: Hastings Concert Association flags a Feb. 22 concert at 3 PM (Hastings, MN) Feb 22
Jay Herman plays a Saturday set at United Heroes League (United Heroes League, Hastings, MN • Jan 17) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/deshpetsiev/posts/pfbid0ipviU3myNgzoyVPtR6fvRuaidjQqR5gR1HTLZYjtdED58eT6BRzrpVt7n5N9zsJPl
Ziggy’s on Main located in Stillwater, MN, lists Saturday afternoon live music (Ziggy’s on Main • Jan 16) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?id=100034534196630&story_fbid=pfbid02C7pZSvk2CdMdvLNuuR8HkaR6TXNaALCbHrdrRQWz6uGYXyKbeyaAtvnb38ujN3Pnl
The Bored teases Hockey Day opening-night set at UHL (United Heroes League • Jan 14) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/TheBoredBOE/posts/pfbid036x9Sh7a5eJyGrfEqN9PnWYUwBYed7t1apu4Q5tz24ewStbJ1FREThLGywRLKoP7jl
Hastings Concert Association flags a Feb. 22 concert at 3 PM (Hastings, MN • Feb 22) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/HastingsConcertAssociation/posts/pfbid0UJaxrE2ZywRwipZ18PQ2c16MtYEiJwrUUNQt2HfPZ4YKd2X4dUYsqk3H38bcYgwtl
Take a Kid Ice Fishing Weekend starts Saturday across Minnesota (Minnesota • Jan 17) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/mnfishwildlife/posts/pfbid0NMNvTedHKaQ1bZDx63ZADpRY3omzPWxZPtFmbVn97ZeASs4QLDq1RUfbotEewq2gl
Prescott Chamber happy hour listed Jan. 22 at Philander’s (Philander's Grill & Bar, Prescott, WI • Jan 22) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/prescottwichamber/posts/pfbid02LvvYyQuGyAmmqTgMQMTvGw1TRG9fZw2wQaE2wbRM5HK8kCgqfjNBrpBvniwWLQdSl
Hastings city offices closed Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Hastings, MN • Jan 19) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/cityhastingsmn/posts/pfbid02q9L2MRVPVwgcYn64xNfSaLV8LHigNA5eGicDCaAMGYz8kT8PLjuFPvrfCAaD825il
Downtown Hastings tees up ice carving, shopping, and wagon rides (Downtown Hastings, Hastings, MN • Jan 15) — Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTijtW1khrp
Raiders Boys Swim & Dive edges Simley, 96–90, in final event (Hastings, MN • Jan 16) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/HastingsCommunityTV/posts/pfbid0yooeftHWX9GtpzcRopeGaJrUzt3yCuuhaBk9nwopjFtgPTJoQoK1J2AmkXi7mp6fl
Podcast rewind: a conversation on living as a highly sensitive person (Hastings, MN • Jan 14) — Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTgR4MtkptS
