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Lumberjack Days Music Lineup Will Be Revealed Tuesday at Lift Bridge Brewery

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The Locals will announce the 2016 Lumberjack Days music lineup Tuesday night at Lift Bridge Brewery. This week’s Townie Tuesday event at Lift Bridge’s taproom benefits Stillwater’s Lumberjack Days. The Locals will reveal the 2016 Lumberjack Days music lineup at 7:30 p.m.

Volunteer schedules and sign up forms for Lumberjack Days will be available from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12. The Locals are always looking for volunteers

During Townie Tuesday events, Lift Bridge donates a portion of beer sales to the featured nonprofit group. Proceeds of Tuesday’s Lumberjack Days fundraiser will be directed to help promote the festival. In addition to beverages, pizza by the slice will be available. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater’s Summer Festival Will Once Again Be Called … Lumberjack Days

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Lumberjack Days will return to downtown Stillwater next summer. The Stillwater City Council on Tuesday night will discuss amending the city’s contract with The Locals, possibly allowing them to use the name and logo for Stillwater’s traditional summer festival, Lumberjack Days. The Locals brought a summer festival back to Stillwater two summers ago. When The Locals were awarded the contract to put on Stillwater’s community festival, they entered into negotiations to use the name Lumberjack Days, but couldn’t come to an agreement. So The Locals named their festival Stillwater Log Jam. Continue Reading →

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The Locals Estimate 28,000 Attended Stillwater Log Jam

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The Locals estimate that 28,000 people attended over the course of the three days of Stillwater Log Jam 2015. That’s nearly double last year’s attendance. The amphitheater and layout of the park worked great this year — there’s been a lot of positive feedback, Brad Glynn, of The Locals, told the Stillwater City Council last week. The park itself, the layout, and all of the time spent planning the event really paid off. Although Stillwater Log Jam’s attendance nearly doubled that of the inaugural event, Glynn said this year’s festival showed there is still room to grow. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam: Saturday Music Schedule Features Charlie Parr, Ruben, Frankie Lee, Black Market Brass & The4ontheFloor

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It’s night two of Stillwater Log Jam. Music starts Saturday afternoon, and includes Moors and McCumber,Barley Jacks, Ruben, Charlie Parr and Frankie Lee.  Black Market Brass and the “Stompin’ Blues” group The 4onthefloor Saturday night in Lowell Park. “Music is a big part of Stillwater Log Jam, and it’s probably one of the biggest change areas from Lumberjack Days,” Local Board Member Paul Creager said. “Our focus is doing music programming that enhances and gives opportunities to local musicians, while bringing in some of the best acts from across the region.”

Here’s Saturday’s lineup:

On the Main Stage in Lowell Park

1:30-2 p.m. Vallee de Croix

2:30-3:15 p.m. Moors & McCumber

3:45-4:30 p.m. The Barley Jacks

5-5:45 p.m. Ruben

6:15-7 p.m. Charlie Parr

7:30-8:15 p.m. Frankie Lee

8:45-9:30 p.m. Black Market Brass

10-11 p.m. The 4ontheFloor

Here are a few videos of Saturday night’s Stillwater Log Jam musical acts:

“He’s My Boyfriend” – Ruben | General B + The Wiz from Beaudry Filmworks on Vimeo. Continue Reading →

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Photos: Stillwater Log Jam Down Hill Derby Crashes

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The second annual Stillwater Log Jam Down Hill Derby is in the books. Craig Casperson’s Rubble Racer beat out the Harbor Bar Racer driven by Stacie Brown by a matter of inches to take home the crown. Dan Schwarz of Stillwater Lift Bridge Brewing Co. finished third with the Stillwater Elks car driven by Scottie Radke coming in fourth. Here’s a look at a few of the crashes that happened on the Second Street hill on Friday afternoon:

Acapulco Derby Car Crash

Baby Buggy Crash 1

Harbor Bar Crash 1

Harbor Bar Crash 2

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Stillwater Log Jam: Friday Night Music Schedule (Videos)

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Stillwater Log Jam is here. The headliners for this year’s festival will be Afro-Cuban dance band Malamanya on Friday night and Afro-beat group Black Market Brass and the “Stompin’ Blues” group The 4onthefloor Saturday night in Lowell Park. Other musical acts are a mix of local and regional musicians including: Colin Campbell and the C-Notes, Blue Hazard, The Roe Family Singers, Thrift Store Sonata, The Z Puppets Kids Show Choir, Church of Cash, Moors and McCumber, Barley Jacks, Ruben, Charlie Parr and Frankie Lee. Emmy Award winner Choo Choo Bob will take to the stage on Sunday after the parade. “Music is a big part of Stillwater Log Jam, and it’s probably one of the biggest change areas from Lumberjack Days,” Creager said. “Our focus is doing music programming that enhances and gives opportunities to local musicians, while bringing in some of the best acts from across the region.” Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam: First Medallion Hunt Clue Released

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The first clue of the 2015 Stillwater Log Jam Medallion Hunt was released on Thursday night. Here it is:

All following clues will be read at 1 p.m. at the Warden’s House on North Main Street each day and at 10 a.m. on Sunday morning. You can also find them on Stillwater Current shortly after they’re read. The Medallion will be hidden at an undisclosed time on public land within Stillwater city limits. You can find the full list of rules here. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam Chef’s Competition is Saturday at Lowell Park

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Two local chefs will battle it out during the Stillwater Log Jam Chef’s Competition on Saturday. Reigning champ Chef Aaron Cave of Smalley’s Caribbean Barbeque and Pirate Bar will battle head-to-head with Chef Nate Peterson of Phil’s Tara Hideaway Saturday in front of a live audience at Lowell Park. The chefs will begin the competition at the Stillwater Minnesota Farmers Market at 9 a.m., where they will spend $50 on local produce. The chefs then head downtown to clean the produce, and set up to cook in front of a live audience. The competition will start around 12:30 p.m. The competition will be judged by three James Beard Award winners who will watch, taste and ultimately crown the 2015 Chef’s Competition Champion. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam: Schedule of Lumberjack Shows

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Lumberjack shows will be happening all weekend long in Lowell Park for Stillwater Log Jam. Throughout the weekend, Lumberjack Enterprises will put on Lumberjack Shows, hold interactive Lumberjack Camps for kids, and have chainsaw carving demonstrations. Shows are typically 30 minutes in length; however they can be as short as 15 minutes or as long as an hour.The Lumberjack Shows will happen, beginning Friday afternoon, at Mulberry Pointe in Lowell Park. Here’s a schedule of Lumberjack Shows this weekend:

Friday Shows

3 p.m. Lumberjack Show

3:30 p.m. Lumberjack Camp (all are welcome to participate)

6 p.m. Lumberjack Show

7:30 p.m. Lumberjack Show

Chainsaw Carving throughout the day

Saturday Shows

Noon Lumberjack Show

12:30 p.m. Lumberjack Camp (all are welcome to participate)

3:15 p.m. Lumberjack Show

4:30 p.m. Lumberjack Show

7 p.m. Lumberjack Show

Chainsaw Carving throughout the day

Sunday Shows

11 a.m. Lumberjack Show

11:30 a.m. Lumberjack Camp (all are welcome to participate)

3:30 p.m. Show

4:30 p.m. Stock Saw Competition

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Stillwater Log Jam Kicks Off Thursday with Talent Show, Ice Cream Social

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Stillwater Log Jam kicks off on Thursday night with the 15th annual Ice Cream Social and Amateur Talent Show at the Washington County Historic Courthouse. The Ice Cream Social and Amateur Talent Show begins at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 16 at the Historic Courthouse. The first clue for the Stillwater Log Jam Medallion Hunt will be read at 5 p.m.

The Ice Cream Social features the Fantasy Corral Petting Zoo, children’s games and activities, hot dogs, brats and chips for sale, $.25 root beer floats, frozen novelties and penny candy.  

All food proceeds benefit local nonprofits. The event is free and open to the public. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam: On Thursday Night, the Down Hill Derby is All About Style

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At the end of the day, Stillwater Log Jam’s 2015 Down Hill Derby will be about who gets to the bottom of the Second Street hill first. But until then, it’s all about style. On Thursday night, this year’s Down Hill Derby contestants will be judged on the best costume, the most creative racer, the car that looks the fastest and the best lumberjack ride. Here’s a look at last year’s Derby Car Show. Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby 24 Photos & 1 GoPro Video

The Derby Car Show is at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 16 at the Freight House. Continue Reading →

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Help The Locals Out: Volunteer for Stillwater Log Jam

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The Locals are still looking for volunteers for this year’s Stillwater Log Jam. The festival kicks off on Thursday, July 16 with the Ice Cream Social and Talent Show at the Historic Courthouse. Log Jam continues in Lowell Park through Sunday, July 19. The Locals are looking for volunteers to help as set-up and tear-down crew members, music stage hands, working in the beer garden and helping with the parade. Check out the available times and positions, and sign up to help

If you have questions about volunteering, email thelocals.stillwater@gmail.com. Continue Reading →

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Commemorative Stillwater Log Jam Buttons On Sale Now for Medallion Hunt

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Commemorative Stillwater Log Jam buttons are now on sale for the Medallion Hunt. Buttons are on sale at the Daily Grind, Lift Bridge Brewery and Stillwater Motors. The prize is $500 with a button (sponsored by Stillwater Motors) or $100 without a button. The prize also includes a bonus $100 gift certificate provided by the Stillwater Independent Business Association. Here’s a link to the complete rules. Continue Reading →

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Here’s the Lowdown on the Stillwater Log Jam Parade

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The 2nd Annual Stillwater Log Jam Parade is set for Sunday, July 19. The parade begins at 1 p.m. at Stillwater’s Washington Square Park. Beginning at the corner of Greeley and Churchill Streets, the parade will have music, dancing and treats for all ages. Mister Twisty, the clown, will be making his balloon creations beginning at noon at Washington Square Park, and then will make his way along the route with the parade. The Street Treats Ice Cream truck will be selling frozen treats at the intersection of Myrtle and Owens Streets. Continue Reading →

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Auditions for Amateur Talent Show at 2015 Ice Cream Social Set for July 7-8

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Auditions are set for the annual Amateur Talent Show at the 2015 Ice Cream Social presented by Washington County Parks. The Ice Cream Social and Amateur Talent Show is the kickoff to Stillwater Log Jam, and is 4:30 p.m. to dusk on Thursday, July 16 at the Historic Courthouse. People who would like to audition, may choose from two audition dates — on Tuesday, July 7 and Wednesday, July 8 — at the Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine St. Here’s a link to the audition applications and event details

Registration is at 6:30 p.m. with auditions starting at 7 p.m. Auditions are on a first-come first-served basis. Participants must audition in their performance attire and bring their own accompaniment, iPod or CD and personal audio file of music. A cd player, iPod cable, microphone and full-size keyboard will be provided. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam Announces 2015 Music Lineup

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Stillwater Log Jam has released the band lineup for this year’s festival. The headliners for this year’s festival will be Afro-Cuban dance band Malamanya on Friday night and Afro-beat group Black Market Brass Saturday night in Lowell Park. “The headliners play dance music,” Paul Creager said. “So there will be plenty of opportunity for people to get out and party.” Other musical acts are a mix of local and regional musicians including: Blue Hazard and Thrift Store Sonata, The Z Puppets Kids Show Choir, Moors and McCumber, Barley Jacks, Ruben, Charlie Parr and Frankie Lee. Emmy Award winner Choo Choo Bob will take to the stage on Sunday after the parade. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam Downhill Derby Registration Now Open

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Registration is open for the Stillwater Log Jam Downhill Derby. The derby is Friday, July 17 from 2-5 p.m. on the Second Street hill. Safety check-in is at noon. View photos from last year’s race

Get the full Stillwater Log Jam Downhill Derby details, and register here. But the derby isn’t all about speed, it’s also about style. Continue Reading →

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City Council to Discuss Evaluation of Stillwater Log Jam 2014

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The Stillwater City Council will hear an evaluation of the inaugural Stillwater Log Jam event during Tuesday night’s meeting. The council will also consider a revised contract for 2015. Stillwater Log Jam is scheduled to happen July 17-19. The Locals are looking forward to a “great event this year,” Brad Glynn said. There are a couple of things The Locals have to square away with the city before announcing their plans and improvements for 2015. Continue Reading →

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Short Film: Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby 2014

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The 2014 Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby is in the books, but this short film by Beaudry Filmworks captures some impressive stories about this year’s racers, and a lot of fun footage from the Soap Box Derby car show to the race down Second Street. Here’s the video, courtesy of Eric Beaudry:

Stillwater Log Jam – Soap Box Derby from Beaudry Filmworks on Vimeo. Here’s a photo gallery from race day, and another from the car show.  

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Photos: Lumberjacks at Stillwater Log Jam

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Lumberjack demonstrations made a return to the banks of the St. Croix River last weekend for Stillwater Log Jam. Day in and day out, this was one of the more trafficked areas of the festival grounds. Here are a handful of photos from the lumberjack demos. If you have photos you’d like to submit from Stillwater Log Jam, please send them to shawn@stillwatercurrent, or post them to the Stillwater Current Facebook page. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby 24 Photos & 1 GoPro Video

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Here’s the Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby in 24 pictures and one GoPro video from the driver’s seat of Lift Bridge Brewing Co.’s racer. If you have photos, send them to shawn@stillwatercurrent.com or post them to Stillwater Current’s Facebook page. If you shot video and would like to share, send it to Eric at clips@bfilmworks.com. Congrats to Tony Benusa, the 2014 Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby winner. And thanks to all who participated. Continue Reading →

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Letter to the Editor: Thank You, ‘Locals,’ for a Successful Log Jam

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Letter to the Editor-

“Congratulations to the “Locals” for creating, shepherding and tirelessly promoting a very successful initial Log Jam event. The loss of Lumberjack Days created a prominent community identity gap for Stillwater. Although Summer Tuesdays has filled an element of that void it is clear that Log Jam will grow to be the crown jewel of summer in Stillwater. Stillwater residents are the very fortunate beneficiaries of countless hours of volunteer time from the Locals board members. These organizers have given countless hours to this event; hours they were not with their families, hours they were not working at their own businesses, countless nights of lost sleep and a never-ending push to promote the event. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam: Soap Box Derby Isn’t All About Speed, It’s Also About Style

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On Thursday night, the 13 Soap Box Derby contestants were judged on the best costume, the most creative soap box derby racer, the car that looked the fastest and what vehicle most related to a Stillwater Log Jam. The derby starts at 2 p.m. Friday at Second and Linden Streets.  Brian Leander and Dusty Roering created this Soap Box Derby Car from a simple tractor. Matt Lehman created this Soap Box Derby car that won fastest looking and best costume awards Thursday night at The Freight House.  Joe Peltier will defend his Soap Box Derby title with a replica of the car that he won with during the 1968 Lumberjack Days race. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby is Friday Afternoon

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The Locals have brought back the Soap Box Derby for Stillwater Log Jam. The derby starts at 2 p.m. Friday at Second and Linden Streets. There are 13 entries in the 2014 Stillwater Log Jam Soap Box Derby — one of which is a replica of Joe Peltier’s 1968 Lumberjack Days winning soap box racer. Here’s a look at the 13 entries:

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Send Stillwater Current Your Photos of Log Jam

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Stillwater Log Jam is happening this weekend, and I’d love to see your photos. I’ll be snapping away, but it’s fun to see community festivals through many, many different lenses. You can send your photos to shawn@stillwatercurrent.com or post them on the Stillwater Current Facebook page, and I’ll pull them into a post. Here’s a few photos submitted by Kelli Beaudry and Mary Beth Mistretta Thursday night:

 

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Stillwater Log Jam: Medallion Hunt Clues

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The first clue for the Stillwater Log Jam Medallion Hunt was released Thursday night during the Ice Cream Social and Talent Contest at the Historic Courthouse. Here’s the first clue:

 

The second clue will be announced Friday at 1 p.m. at the Warden’s House. (You can also find it here shortly thereafter.)

The Medallion Hunt is for anyone. The Grand Prize will be awarded to the person who finds the medallion first. If you have purchased a button before finding the medallion, you win the full $600 prize. You can pick up a button at Lift Bridge Brewery, The Daily Grind and at Stillwater Log Jam’s Information Booths. Continue Reading →

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Photos: Stillwater Log Jam Ice Cream Social and Talent Show

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Stillwater Log Jam kicked off Thursday night with the 14th annual “Ice Cream Social and Amateur Talent Show” at the Washington County Historic Courthouse. There was a petting zoo, food, 25-cent root beer floats, penny candy, beverages and more. The first clue for the Medallion Hunt was also read. The event was sponsored by the Washington County Historic Courthouse in partnership with Leo’s Grill and Malt Shop, Edina Realty, the Stillwater Noon Rotary and First Choice DJ Service. Here’s a few photos from the Stillwater Log Jam kickoff: (Please, send your Log Jam photos to Stillwater Current)

 

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Stillwater Log Jam: 12 Questions with Ruben

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With Log Jam right around the corner, Stillwater Current reached out to local band, Ruben, to answer a few questions before they hit the main stage on Friday, July 18. Ruben will play from 5:45-6:30 p.m. on the Freight House Music Stage in north Lowell Park. Ruben has recently released their EP “The Orchard.”

You can take a listen here. Without further adieu, here’s a bit about Ruben:

Briefly describe Ruben’s history. How did the band come to be? Continue Reading →

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Choo Choo Bob, Smokey the Bear Join the Stillwater Log Jam Parade; There’s Still Time to Apply

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The Locals are cooking up a calm, hometown parade for Stillwater Log Jam. The Stillwater Log Jam parade will feature local businesses, restaurants doing food items, Smokey the Bear, royalty floats, a crew from Grant Tractor Days and none other than Choo Choo Bob riding his train through town. If you would like to join in the festivities, The Locals are still taking applications for the Stillwater Log Jam parade—especially those who would like to show off their classic cars, tractors and the like. The Locals are also looking for more local businesses. The floats do not need to be elaborate, it’s all about having fun. Continue Reading →

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Stillwater Log Jam Music Tickets are Buy 1 Get 1 Free Until July 17

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If you’re into deals, know this: Stillwater Log Jam music tickets are buy 1 get 1 free until July 17. The event will not be all fenced in, so you will be able to see and hear music from anywhere, but if you would like optional seating up close to The Freight House Music Stage in north Lowell Park, you can buy tickets for $10 a day (Friday and Saturday only). But until July 17, tickets are $5 a day, or $10 for two days of music.Tickets are available here. Here is the Main Stage music lineup for Stillwater Log Jam. Friday. Continue Reading →

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Catch Vintage Base Ball Exhibitions July 19 During Stillwater Log Jam

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From the Washington County Historical Society:

Six vintage base ball clubs will gather at the Old Athletic Field on Saturday, July 19 to exhibit the game as it was meant to be played during Stillwater Log Jam. Vintage base ball uses the rules set by Henry Chadwick in 1860. Some of the more curious rules of the game that have since left the rule book include:

there are no balls or strikes called;

a batter is out if the ball is caught on the fly or first bounce;

fielders do not use gloves; and

the pitcher pitches the ball underhanded to where the batter would like it. If you’re not familiar, the Old Athletic Field is at the corner of Sixth Avenue and Orleans Street. The matches are free to the public, just bring a lawn chair and a few friends and watch base ball as it was meant to be played. Continue Reading →

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