Hastings Friday Briefing (Jan 23): Music, Natives, Neighbors, and the Latest
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Friday, Jan 23, 2026 in Hastings, MN — here’s a practical roundup pulled from the latest HastingsNow feeds. Focus is on what can change plans between tonight and Sunday, plus a couple Monday heads-ups. Use the official details links for confirmations before you head out in the cold.
Tonight: Closures: Pine Harbor Christian Academy and Spiral Food Co-op (Jan 23).
Saturday: Wren + Wilde at Cannon River Winery (1–4pm).
This Weekend: Kid to Kid Eagan deal runs Jan 23–25 (2 for $1 clearance).
Save for later: Instrument Fair at Hastings High School (Jan 27 or Jan 29).
In this briefing:
Friday closures that could change errands.
Hockey Day Minnesota logistics (shuttles, heated tent, and set times).
Tonight’s Hastings wrestling start time and where it’s happening.
Saturday daytime live music with a clear time window.
A weekend Neighbor deal with explicit terms and dates.
Two quick saves: instrument fair dates and a free online webinar series sign-up.
Music
Sometimes the best plan is the one with a clear start time.
Hockey Day Minnesota, Hastings, MN — 2026-01-23 — Hockey Day Minnesota Friday lineup: shuttles, heated tents, live music
Highlights: Friday, Jan 23: free shuttles run 7:30am–10:30pm, and live music runs 9am–10pm in a heated tent.
Why it matters: Clear set times and shuttle options reduce last-minute guesswork.
Official details: https://www.hockeydaymn.com
Cannon River Winery — 2026-01-24 — Wren + Wilde plays Cannon River Winery Saturday, Jan 24
Highlights: Saturday, Jan 24, 1–4pm: Wren + Wilde is scheduled at Cannon River Winery.
Why it matters: A clear daytime window makes weekend planning easier.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/wrenandwilde/posts/pfbid0AdWNJcC94d18TrbcZ1NsfVzsdnWWE3LX5X5j9gbpXH5VSAzjZLct2yP2xuFFAtzjl
Hastings High School, Hastings, MN — 2026-01-27 — Hastings High School Instrument Fair offers sessions Jan 27 and Jan 29
Highlights: Try instruments at Hastings High School on Tuesday, Jan 27 (5–7pm) or Thursday, Jan 29 (6–8pm).
Why it matters: A concrete option for families planning music participation.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/hastingsbands/posts/pfbid02CHgSFUtR2jVWmSLoWZ3PyES6mD2dBzrAj4cdNb3oVyDgMfY1HzC3XM9mXrhVt4pMl
Location not listed — 2026-01-29 — Thursday live music 5–7pm continues Jan 29 and into February
Highlights: Schedule lists Thursdays 5–7pm with Jan 29 (Trent Shaw) plus February dates; location not listed—check official post.
Why it matters: Useful for penciling in an easy weeknight outing.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?id=100063625894646&story_fbid=pfbid02sVBUmxLvA2mWCVxzG9BSoGhb8ZtH5z5Jp2erTLd8rwbvKiSTBMb9hKmwcrcUFpisl
Natives
A quick local listen or read can be a calm reset between errands.
Online — 2026-01-14 — Podcast rewind: conversation on being a highly sensitive person
Highlights: A past episode revisits highly sensitive person experiences and is available on Apple Podcasts or Spotify (link not listed—check official post).
Why it matters: An easy weekend listen you can start anytime.
Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTgR4MtkptS
Online — 2026-01-15 — Ben Utecht shares a culture coaching moment and book reference
Highlights: A culture coaching post expands on culture as protection and links to Ben Utecht’s book The Champion’s Creed in official details.
Why it matters: A quick, save-for-later post from a local voice in the Natives feed.
Official details: https://benutechtspeaks.com/buy-his-book/
Neighbors
When it’s cold, nearby options can still make the weekend feel bigger.
Kid to Kid Eagan, Eagan, MN — 2026-01-23 — Kid to Kid Eagan clearance deal runs Jan 23–25
Highlights: Jan 23–25: stamped clearance items are 2 for $1, plus 20% off New C.C. Beanies (Brand Neighbor).
Why it matters: If you’re heading that way, the deal terms are clear.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/KidtoKidEagan/posts/pfbid02Lxg81mjaNvzdTycx2YGXRhPyFKLWdCsU54EzQk4SVyRFMiExJRQvVLxEAw2cBWw5l
Online — 2026-01-23 — Free lunch-hour outdoor webinar series has remaining winter sessions
Highlights: Lunch-hour sessions in the Minnesota Outdoor Skills & Stewardship Series are free to register, but specific dates and start times are not listed—check official details.
Why it matters: A low-friction way to learn something new without leaving home.
Official details: https://mndnr.gov/discover
Location not listed — 2026-03-13 — Women’s Leadership Forum planned for March 13, with registration link posted
Highlights: Save the date: the 15th Annual Women’s Leadership Forum is March 13, 2026; location not listed—check official details.
Why it matters: Early notice helps you plan ahead if you’d like to attend.
Official details: https://www.dcrchamber.com/womens-leadership-forum/
Latest
A few timely updates can save you from a lot of back-and-forth.
Online — 2026-01-22 — Question of the Day from Rise Up Recovery: what are you learning
Highlights: Question of the Day — What’s one thing you’re learning about yourself?
Why it matters: A simple prompt that’s easy to answer in the comments.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/riseupmn/posts/pfbid0A3auN8SE44p4K9XzFqVmVzAsX9GZVFVhtiaxAjF6LJKJdq5HZS2zBjiMZLjg1CjFl
Pine Harbor Christian Academy — 2026-01-23 — Pine Harbor Christian Academy announces closure for Friday, January 23
Highlights: School is closed Friday, January 23 due to winter conditions.
Why it matters: Gives families a clear plan before heading out in the cold.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/PineHarborChristianAcademy/posts/pfbid0gsuCnpDk73XZAuCcaytYiSRavm4b2RBnPvyNNj3BezqRAUvWcJ2HbagmWJ5U8V8el
Spiral Food Co-op — 2026-01-23 — Spiral Food Co-op closed Friday, open regular hours Saturday
Highlights: Spiral Food Co-op is closed Friday, January 23 and plans regular hours Saturday, January 24.
Why it matters: Helps you avoid a wasted trip and plan groceries.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/SpiralFoodCoop/posts/pfbid02q8AycYBbjcDMs6U8KbQ2TwruCv1hYjQiP8KZim77nrqVVAHdo59c55eC2QpRWBHel
Rivertown Treasures Thrift Store, Hastings, MN — 2026-01-23 — Rivertown Treasures and Hastings Family Service closed Friday due to weather
Highlights: Friday, Jan 23: Rivertown Treasures and Hastings Family Service say they are closed due to weather.
Why it matters: Another quick closure check that can save you a drive.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/RivertownTreasuresHastings/posts/pfbid0CWdJfPncWS6ikfbbTTbaEYBHurtVtGcjRpqQxbCjoDrWp4d8ADuo24C7N8iSaZkal
Prior Lake High School, Prior Lake, MN — 2026-01-23 — Hastings wrestling is on Friday in Prior Lake at 5pm
Highlights: Friday, 1/23: the triangular starts at 5pm at Prior Lake High School, and the post lists tickets and a livestream option.
Why it matters: Makes it easier to decide whether to attend or watch tonight.
Official details: https://gofan.co/app/school/MN9803
Benedictine Living Community at Regina, Hastings, MN — 2026-01-29 — Open house set for Benedictine Living Community at Regina on Jan 29
Highlights: Jan 29, 12:00–2:00 PM: Benedictine Living Community at Regina plans an open house with tours and a 1:00 PM Mass.
Why it matters: Helpful for anyone exploring senior living options close to home.
Official details: https://www.facebook.com/seashastings/posts/pfbid0Jf7VkNEUFmzVuWen7RAWk69j43U91HGtS1qDmaiUN2Wppj3uKMTpg3WuVc6bG4yhl
Each item links to official details; selections come from original posts and Soundbites.
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LOCAL 10
Hastings, MN — Friday, January 23, 2026
Tonight: Closures: Pine Harbor Christian Academy and Spiral Food Co-op (Jan 23).
Saturday: Wren + Wilde at Cannon River Winery (1–4pm).
This Weekend: Kid to Kid Eagan deal runs Jan 23–25 (2 for $1 clearance).
Save for later: Instrument Fair at Hastings High School (Jan 27 or Jan 29).
Pine Harbor Christian Academy announces closure for Friday, January 23 (Pine Harbor Christian Academy • 2026-01-23) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/PineHarborChristianAcademy/posts/pfbid0gsuCnpDk73XZAuCcaytYiSRavm4b2RBnPvyNNj3BezqRAUvWcJ2HbagmWJ5U8V8el
Spiral Food Co-op closed Friday, open regular hours Saturday (Spiral Food Co-op • 2026-01-23) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/SpiralFoodCoop/posts/pfbid02q8AycYBbjcDMs6U8KbQ2TwruCv1hYjQiP8KZim77nrqVVAHdo59c55eC2QpRWBHel
Hockey Day Minnesota Friday lineup: shuttles, heated tents, live music (Hockey Day Minnesota, Hastings, MN • 2026-01-23) — Official details: https://www.hockeydaymn.com
Hastings wrestling is on Friday in Prior Lake at 5pm (Prior Lake High School, Prior Lake, MN • 2026-01-23) — Official details: https://gofan.co/app/school/MN9803
Wren + Wilde plays Cannon River Winery Saturday, Jan 24 (Cannon River Winery • 2026-01-24) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/wrenandwilde/posts/pfbid0AdWNJcC94d18TrbcZ1NsfVzsdnWWE3LX5X5j9gbpXH5VSAzjZLct2yP2xuFFAtzjl
Kid to Kid Eagan clearance deal runs Jan 23–25 (Kid to Kid Eagan, Eagan, MN • 2026-01-23) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/KidtoKidEagan/posts/pfbid02Lxg81mjaNvzdTycx2YGXRhPyFKLWdCsU54EzQk4SVyRFMiExJRQvVLxEAw2cBWw5l
Minnesota DNR shares the Free lunch-hour outdoor webinar series has remaining winter sessions (Online • 2026-01-23) — Official details: https://mndnr.gov/discover
Hastings High School Instrument Fair offers sessions Jan 27 and Jan 29 (Hastings High School, Hastings, MN • 2026-01-27) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/hastingsbands/posts/pfbid02CHgSFUtR2jVWmSLoWZ3PyES6mD2dBzrAj4cdNb3oVyDgMfY1HzC3XM9mXrhVt4pMl
Nick Fox Music shares Missi's Sip & Savor at The Confluence Hotel live music schedule Thursdays 5–7pm continues Jan 29 and into February (Location not listed • 2026-01-29) — Official details: https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?id=100063625894646&story_fbid=pfbid02sVBUmxLvA2mWCVxzG9BSoGhb8ZtH5z5Jp2erTLd8rwbvKiSTBMb9hKmwcrcUFpisl
Podcast rewind: conversation on being a highly sensitive person (Online • 2026-01-14) — Official details: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTgR4MtkptS
