New Ulm Gives

Another example of New Ulm, not just Minnesota nice, nice. In partnership with the Governer’s office and the Chamber of Commerce, The Bohemian Bed and Breakfast along with local business’s giving back to the community are recognized for their support and efforts. Who says there is no such thing as a free lunch? Speaking of lunches, the Larkspur Market has reopened as Lola’s Larkspur, An American Bistro. But what I’m really excited about is the Italian food. So with extended hours, new menu and ownership, it is worth a visit. If it weren’t so damn far I would pack up as many of her baked goods that could fit in the PT and head up to Moorhead. That, my friends, must be where we get our hardiness. What is it about the Minnesota Midwest? Now there is some giving going on! This isn’t forclosure, this is flooding and people are losing their homes with the only bailing being sandbags and escape routes. God be with them, and all who are helping. That is giving some 100 plus percent.

Gypsy Campfires

For being somewhat of a German Hamlet in New Ulm, the Bohemian soul has had quite a presence of late. Maritza played at the Rhein River Arts Center recently. Forlorn tunes of lost love played opposite the jaunty hopefulness of such is life. For me it is the music to describe the oft asked question of “What is ‘Bohemian’?”. Those Hungarian nomadic travelers of the late 18th century making their way through the European countryside entertaining with music, dance and common thievery. Ending in the underground streets of Paris, when asked from where they came: Bohemia, the now non existent country was the last place they passed through. Thus a direct and unromantic answer coined one of the most enchanting descriptors of artists we have today. Ah to be Bohemian, and you can be here cause I’ve been playing Maritza’s CD over breakfast for days.

The Romans Are Coming

Mark your Fall calenders and witness how our Hermann on High helped with the fall of the Roman Empire. Even my pacifist blood finds the story, uh, captivating. “Give Me Back My Legions”

May the Bock Be With You

Today, and regarding Bockfest, no one says it better than Mr. Ted Marti, owner and originator of America’s Best Outdoor Winter Party. Bockfest.

Pack Your Bags

This weekend I found myself in the Isles. Or should I say Bill and Kate Isles found their way into my heart. Singer songwriters from the shores of Duluth performed at our favorite venue here in New Ulm. Delivering stories and original music with a sweet candid sincerity that appealed to an appreciative crowd. As I sat there I thought they would be great on the porch some summer’s eve. They do just that: house parties. Just in time for Valentine’s Day and on the red high heels of New in Town, the Minne Sutra number was a hit! I’m watching you tube for this ice fishing lovefest fantasy. It doesn’t take out of pocket to have an out of the ordinary Valentine’s. Visit The Bohemian, help is here for out of the box date ideas in the budget of your dreams.

HOT DISH! Pass the Savings

New In Town opens this weekend.

Larkspur Building, 16 North Minnesota Street, New Ulm
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Potluck Première· Walk the red carpet when you arrive where you’ll be greeted by some of New Ulm’s finest fire fighters
· Be one of the first 50 attendees to arrive with a potluck dish (enough to share) and get a free VIP movie pass to that night’s 8:15 p.m. movie showing of “New In Town”
· Tapioca Bar – sponsored by AMPI, one of the nation’s largest butter making-plants located right here in New Ulm; AMPI makes great tapioca, too!
· Experience “not just Minnesota Nice” with random prize drawings during the event including MOA shopping gift certificates with hotel accommodations. Our own “Prize Patrol” will be looking for best-dressed movie characters.
· Cash bar
You know The Bohemian will be bringing something potluck, but I will pass along some extra savings if you decide to join us for breakfast and that famous hopple popple!

Wishes Granted Ooh La La

I love the magic of everyday life! I love my new job this year at River Bend ALC! I love that I have enjoyed the mysteries of travel and I have of late been missing that. A lot. So in class, partnered up with a student and asked ‘if you could be anywhere right now, where would it be?’ I immediatly said ‘PARIS’. I suppose the correct answer may have been ‘right here right now’, which would have been a good lesson, but my longing got the better of me and of course introducing the students to the adventure of travel is a good lesson too. When I got home I had an e-mail from Anne and John Makepeace peppering my in box with their weekend offering at The Rhein. Twin Cities Hot Club, a Parsian Style mix of romance, swing, Jazz and Gypsy. Well I’ll be if that doesn’t grant my wish, it might cover all of them, I’ve been a bit whiny in the romance department too! Based on the reviews I think these four guys can make us all feel a million miles away, and put a little Gypsy back in this Bohemian’s soul. Hearing the magic, now that is the Spice of Life.

New In Town

Opening in Theaters January 30, 2009, New in Town stars Renee Zellweger and Harry Connick Jr. The film, set none other than in New Ulm, sadly filmed elsewhere, has high powered consultant Lucy Hill landing in this small Minnesota town armed to close the plant. After her frosty reception she warms to the community, finds herself accepted and rescues job security for all. Hope this remains a romantic comedy and not any dismal forcast. Oh and those accents?! The Director, Jonas Elmer, great guy, did visit New Ulm, even sending a dialect coach. Still sounds like Fargo.

CD Release Party

Nov. 22 Dick Kimmel and Adam Granger, CD Release Concert and Party (3-5 p.m. CD signing and open house, Performance at 8:00 p.m.) at the Rhein River Arts Center, 208 N. Minnesota

Open One Last Weekend

At least for a Diva Extravaganza’s Cocktail Cruise and great buys, prizes and fun for the infamous shopping Opener in New Ulm! Brought to you by Eat Stay Play, The Bohemian is the perfect spot to settle in with your favorite group of girlfriends. Last weekend was filled with laughs, roses, tango and chocolate. This weekend brings a ticket to ride and enjoy New Ulm’s hot spots and quaint pubs in a guided bus ending at the Holiday Inn with a DJ and the opener frivolity! Sat brings a new step to the party: Artscape, local artists will exhibit and market their unique work and one of a kind art thoughtout town with a party at the Larkspur Market with artists, musicians and appetizers. A silent and live auction with a shoe collection not to be missed will raise money for the Red Boa Scholarship Fund for entrepreneurial women. So visit for the last of the Opener, but don’t forget New Ulm, not up North, and open all year long!