By Henry Rohlf

 

The Freeborn County Fair will take most of the spotlight this weekend.

Remaining concerts include rock ‘n’ roll performer Ted Nugent, who will perform at 8:30 p.m. Friday.

The Charlie Daniels Band will perform at the same time on Saturday.

On Sunday, the demolition derby will take place at 4 p.m.

In opposition to the Nugent concert will be the Rally for Civility from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at New Denmark Park. This event will be free, family friendly and full of music and entertainment. Organizers have stated the event will be a celebration of community spirit at the park dedicated to immigrants. This event includes a free folk concert along with a carnival for children.

The following are some other events taking place this weekend:

 

Friday

The Albert Lea Art Center continues its display of its “Barns are Noble” exhibit. The Art Center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

 

Saturday

The Albert Lea Art Center continues its display of its “Barns are Noble” exhibit. The Art Center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Pelican Breeze pizza cruise will leave from Frank Hall Park at 6 p.m. Pizza is provided by Green Mill. Tickets cost $20, include both pizza and the cruise and can be purchased by calling 507-383-7273.

The Albert Lea Farmers Market will offer local produce, baked goods, meats, crafts, gluten-free goods, flowers, bedding plants and much more from 9 a.m. to noon at Northbridge Mall.

The Eagles Club will have a breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This $8 breakfast will serve pancakes, eggs, sausages, biscuits with gravy, milk, juice and coffee.

 

Sunday

The Sunday cruise on the Pelican Breeze will be from 1:30 to 3 p.m. No reservation is needed for this $10 cruise.