The Classic American Rockers are a classic rock band made up of musicians who have toured with some of the biggest names in show business, including Bob Dylan, Steve Miller, Boz Scaggs, Kenny Loggins, Prince, The Pretenders, Stevie Nicks, Peter Frampton, John Mayer, and Dave Mason to name a few. Their set features many of the songs they have played with these classic rock stars.

Concerts on the Green

Private party for the MN Funeral Convention

"The YMCA is committed to supporting youth development and providing resources to help young people thrive... This extraordinary event is a unique opportunity to bring the community together with a love of music for an important cause." – Glen Gunderson, President of the YMCA of the North

The Southdale YMCA and Paul “St. Paul” Peterson (joined by the Classic American Rockers) will host a benefit to support the YMCA in bridging the opportunity gap for underserved youth – building potential by offering over $500,000 a year in scholarships for academic, service learning, and enrichment programs.

Classic American Rockers plays songs from Steve Miller Band, Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones, The Doobie Brothers and many more.

This evening is a public function to benefit the community service funds of Southdale YMCA. As such, A-Train Membership benefits will not apply. Thank you for helping to support your community!

Members: St. Paul Peterson (Steve Miller, Boz Scaggs, Peter Frampton, Kenny Loggins, Dave Mason) Ricky Peterson (Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks, Steve Miller, John Mayer) Patty Peterson (vocals, emcee) James W. Anton (Jonny Lang, Jackson Browne, David Crosby, The Indigo Girls, Greg Brown) Joe Elliott (guitar) Joey Finger (Boz Scaggs)

COVID-19 Policy Effective immediately, all performances at the Dakota will require either proof of a full course of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken in the prior 72 hours. Patrons must have a completed COVID-19 vaccination card or a photo of their card, with their final dose at least fourteen days prior to the event, or a negative COVID-19 test result from 72 hours or less prior to the event. Thank you for helping to keep everyone safe.

The Southdale YMCA and Paul “St. Paul” Peterson (joined by the Minneapolis Funk All Stars) will host a benefit to support the YMCA in bridging the opportunity gap for underserved youth – building potential by offering over $400,000 a year in scholarships for academic, service learning, and enrichment programs.

Join us at 6:00 PM for complimentary hors d’oeuvres, along with a cash bar for wine and beer. At 7:30 PM rock out with Abracadabra in the theater.

Abracadabra is a classic rock band, whose members have performed with some of the biggest names in rock and roll—Bob Dylan, Steve Miller, Prince, Stevie Nicks, and John Mayer, to name a few. Check out the band music at their web site: https://abracadabramusic.com/

Our amazing hors d’oeuvres are generously supplied by: Pedro's del Este, Bricks Neapolitan Pizza, The Nova of Hudson and Lolo American Kitchen Hudson

All proceeds from this event go to the Hudson Rotary Clubs, who in turn contribute to many projects and needs in the community, as well as around the world. Please join us in our efforts to improve the lives of others, as we Rock The River!

Abracadabra pays the 2nd Annual Rock the Lawn

Rock the Lawn - featuring Alumni Paul Peterson with Abracadabra, with special guest Mic Sterling