We are celebrating Black History Month by hosting Shining the Light. An evening gala on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 12 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 1700, Mankato, MN, 7 pm – 10 pm. The artist will perform dance routines, showcase their art, and open mic, all under the theme of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The DJ will play jazz and blues in a “speakeasy” atmosphere.