LOCAL 10: Flowers, Raider Pride and October Plans
Rainbow over Hastings on October 3rd, 2026. Image by HastingsNow.
A flower-farm thank-you, a Raiders senior spotlight and Sunday orchard music lead ten Hastings-area updates for October 4.
Sunday, October 4, 2026 · 10 a.m. Central · Hastings, Minnesota
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Sunday brings sunshine and a high near 65°F after a cool morning in the upper 40s. For afternoon plans and Sunday night’s low around 42°F, see Hastings Weather + On This Date.
October brings a change of pace: a look back at the flower season, recognition for a Raiders senior and an afternoon of music at the orchard. This Sunday’s LOCAL 10 also gathers dates for the week ahead, from an album release to classes and community fundraisers.
Start with the hometown updates, then use the source links to explore the plans that fit your week.
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1. Burks Blooms thanks the community for its 2026 flower season
Burks Blooms Flower Farm is thanking customers for their support during its 2026 season and sharing photos of its final flowers. The farm says it plans to return in 2027.
For flower-farm customers and neighbors who followed the season, the farm’s thank-you post offers the message and photos in its own words.
2. Raiders Swim & Dive spotlights senior captain Lauren Beaudet
Hastings Raiders Swim & Dive features captain Lauren Beaudet in its second senior highlight.
Raiders supporters, school families and community readers can visit the team’s Lauren Beaudet spotlight to see the original feature and recognize a Hastings senior.
3. Whistling Well Farm pairs Sunday orchard hours with live music
Whistling Well Farm image by HastingsNow.
Whistling Well Farm lists Sunday, October 4, farm hours of 9 a.m.–5 p.m., with the Back Porch Band playing noon–4:30 p.m. during its 2026 Apple Festival season. The farm welcomes public visitors at 8973 St. Croix Trail South in the Hastings area.
Friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome on a leash. Use the farm’s official seasonal schedule to plan your visit, or read its orchard-and-music announcement.
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4. Hauck Chiropractic cheers on Twin Cities runners
Hauck Chiropractic shares encouragement for Twin Cities runners, recognizing the training and early mornings behind race day. Its message celebrates runners pursuing a personal best, a first race or the experience itself.
Runners and their supporters can read Hauck Chiropractic’s message.
5. Wren + Wilde celebrates Serial Dreamers with an October 7 release show
Wren + Wilde’s debut album, Serial Dreamers, is scheduled for release Wednesday, October 7. The celebration at Icehouse, 2528 Nicollet Avenue South in Minneapolis, has doors at 6 p.m. and music at 8 p.m.
The show is for ages 18 and older, with tickets listed at $15 in advance or $22 day of show. Explore the band’s album announcement and the venue’s official release-show details if this Minneapolis outing fits your week.
6. Free Fall Fest brings crafts, art and bagels to Tilden October 10
Hastings Community Education’s Fall Fest is Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at Tilden Community Center, 310 River Street. Public shoppers can browse crafts and art with free admission; Bernie’s Bagels is scheduled to be onsite until it sells out.
Read the official Fall Fest announcement. Anyone interested in selling should use the separate official vendor registration page, where booth fees apply to vendors rather than shoppers.
7. Rio Gran’s five-week rally class begins October 10
Rio Gran lists a rally class running Saturdays, October 10–November 7, from 9–9:50 a.m., for $100. The dog-and-handler course uses basic obedience skills, and Rio Gran says its non-puppy classes are designed for already-socialized dogs.
Visit the official training schedule and registration links for this Hastings class.
8. October donations through Island Impact support Carpenter Nature Center
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center is Treasure Island Resort & Casino’s October Charity of the Month. Treasure Island says it will match guest donations through the program, which accepts unclaimed slot-ticket donations and includes Charity Bingo.
Guests participating under the venue’s applicable access and gaming rules can review the official October partner and matching details. The matching offer is limited to donations made through the Charity of the Month program.
9. Ze’s Diner fundraiser will support Rise Up Recovery October 13
Rise Up Recovery announces a fundraiser at Ze’s Diner in Hastings on Tuesday, October 13, from 5–8 p.m. The organization says 20% of proceeds will support its work.
Dining customers can read Rise Up Recovery’s fundraiser announcement when planning a meal during the announced window.
10. Froth & Cork introduces an October iced-coffee flight
Froth & Cork in Hastings, MN located across from City Hall. Image by HastingsNow.
Froth & Cork’s October flight announcement lists Hocus Pocus, Pumpkin Cheesecake, Fall Harvest and Apple Crisp drinks. The Hastings business also announces the return of pumpkin spice options.
Coffee customers can explore the flavors in Froth & Cork’s October menu announcement.
If you only click one
Start with Hastings Community Education’s Fall Fest announcement for a free public event at Tilden on October 10. It puts crafts, art and Bernie’s Bagels on your planning radar without requiring a paid admission ticket.
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