Pastries and Pups on the Plaza
Pet friendly for friendly pets
Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30 a.m.

Join us on the Erickson Plaza and bring your friendly pup with you!  Have some free coffee and pastries.  Pop in for a quick snack, or stay and chat with friends old and new.

Dick Hensold & Victor Zupanc
Boogie-Woogie Celtic on the Plaza

Thursday, August 6th

7:00 p.m.

Free and open to the public.

This exceptional duo features Dick Hensold (Highland reel pipes, Northumbrian smallpipes, whistles) and Victor Zupanc (composer, keyboardist, and Music Director for the Children’s Theatre Company). The program centers on Hensold’s extensive study of Cape Breton piping and will also showcase a variety of Celtic music played on his other traditional bagpipes. Cape Breton, located at the eastern end of Nova Scotia, was settled 200 years ago by Gaelic-speaking Scots who preserved a very old piping style originally from Scotland’s Hebrides Islands.

Listen to Dick's playing HERE.

Mass of the Plaza
Sunday, August 9
10:00 A.M.

Join us for Holy Eucharist on the Plaza, and stay for a picnic.

All are welcome!

The River City Quintet
Jazz on the Plaza
Wednesday, August 12
6:30 - 8:00 P.M.

Join us for an evening of jazz music on the Erickson Plaza.  Kick back and enjoy the sounds and a view of the iconic Stillwater lift bridge.  A production of the Zephyr Theatre. FREE and open to the public.

Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 4 1:00 p.m.

We celebrate God's gift of all living creatures, we give thanks for their companionship, and we ask they recieve God's blessings upon them.

Happy St. Francis of Assisi day!

Erickson Plaza Environmental Features

The Erickson Plaza has been designed with the environment in mind. This includes replacing invasive species with native plans that attract pollinators, and reducing erosion through terracing and stormwater management. Click the photo to learn more...

Ascension has long been committed to the Stillwater and surrounding St. Croix Valley communities and supports several missional outreach programs. The Erickson Plaza will provide a place to gather together in the lovely outdoor setting. 

Activities at the Plaza will  include religious and other celebrations, community outreach events to help those in looking for connection and support, special gatherings, artistic performances, social events and much more. The Plaza will also be available to rent for events such as weddings and family celebrations.

Check back for updates. 

Questions on potential use?  Contact us at office@aechurch.org.