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Traveling Exhibit Visits Red Lake Falls
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Traveling Exhibit Visits Red Lake Falls

Traveling Art Exhibit Tours NW Minnesota Region

Visits Red Lake Falls Public Library

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) sponsors an annual Traveling Art Exhibit, which visits northwest Minnesota communities throughout the year. The exhibit includes 17 original pieces of art by regional adult and student artists, chosen from works submitted for our annual juried exhibit. The exhibit is currently at the Red Lake Falls Public Library until March 1st. Please stop by to see these works of art. Some of these pieces of art are for sale.

The 2022-2023 Artists and Artwork:

Ross Hier, Crookston, “Wood Splitter’s Alarm Clock” (Watercolor Painting) (Merit)

Elizabeth Kitchell-Rockstad, Ada, “Cornflower Bee” (Mosaic)

Heidi Danos, Fosston, “Hot Pink Sadness” (Mixed Media)

Stephanie Olson, Thief River Falls, “Monday’s Cat” (Painting)

Alicia Spilde, Karlstad, “Leaving” (Mixed Media)

Cindy Kolling, Gully, “Prairie Smoke” (Mixed Media/Other)

Jodi Peterson, Ada, “Cardinal” (Mosaic)

Kate Hammer, Roseau, “Abandoned” (Sculpture)

Nick Reitzel, Karlstad, “Across the Purple Sky” (Painting) (Merit)

Paulette Christianson, Badger, “Under the Orange Moon” (Pastel Drawing) (Merit)

Mason Owens, Crookston, “Peace is in the Roughness” (Wood Sculpture) (student) (Merit)

Kinsley Oslund, Grygla, “Crush” (Sculpture) (student)

Emily Balboa, Crookston, “Timeless Beauty” (Painting) (student)

Autumn Ruikka, Thief River Falls, “Bull Stamp” (Printmaking) (student)

Carlie Nehrus, Ada, “Jelly Fish” (Pen and Ink) (student)

Lakylie Brobst, Grygla, “Hayes Lake Skies” (Photography) (student) (Merit)

Paige Sturre, Thief River Falls, “Escaping the Bland” (Mixed Media/Watercolor) (student)

The 2022-2022 Traveling Exhibit Schedule*:

April 29 – June 16, 2022 Hallock Public Library

June 16 – August 8, 2022 Godel Memorial Library, Warren

August 8 – September 28, 2022 Greenbush Public Library

September 28 – November 22, 2022 Fosston Public Library

November 22, 2022 – January 17, 2023 Ada Public Library

January 17 – March 1, 2023 Red Lake Falls Public Library

March 1 – April TBD** Crookston Public Library

*The start and end dates at each location are approximate, depending on weather, venue hours and other circumstances that may occur to prohibit travel. For specific library hours, please contact each location before planning your visit, especially if you are planning on bringing a group.

** Tentatively Scheduled

For more information about the Traveling Exhibit or our other exhibits call our office at (218)-745-8886 or contact Trey at treyeverettcreates@gmail.com or NWArtsCouncil@gmail.com.

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Northern Exposure: Paintbrush and Camera Exhibit at NWMAC Gallery is Open
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Northern Exposure: Paintbrush and Camera Exhibit at NWMAC Gallery is Open

Northern Exposure: Paintbrush and Camera

An Exhibit Featuring the Artwork of

Christine Foster and Bert Foster

Northwest Minnesota Arts Council Gallery

NCTC in Thief River Falls through Friday, March 3

Artist Reception Tuesday, January 31 from 6 to 8 pm

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is pleased to announce Northern Exposure: Paintbrush and Camera -- An Exhibit Featuring the Artwork of Christine Foster and Bert Foster. The exhibit is open through Friday, March 3 at the NWMAC Gallery at Northland Community and Technical College in Thief River Falls.

The exhibit is composed of paintings created by Christine Foster and photographs taken by Bert Foster. Christine Foster has a masterful way of painting light amid everyday life. With rural scenes from NW Minnesota, Christine Foster’s work feels like you’re back on the farm. Of the photography in the exhibit, Bert Foster explained, “This exhibit is comprised of photos taken over the past four years. All the places, people, and animals you see are in Minnesota. These images come from the North Shore of Lake Superior, the Itasca State Park area, the Park Rapids lakes area, and my own backyard outside of Thief River Falls –- some of my favorite places in our beautiful state. My selection of color and black and white images capture scenes that inspire me and will hopefully inspire those who view them.”

Bert is a long-time photographer. He said, “I have been taking photos for about as long as I can remember. I recall snapping my first pics at age 8 using my parents’ Kodak Instamatic. In middle school I bought my first camera, a Kodak that produced instant prints, like a Polaroid. In high school I got my first 35mm SLR camera, and it’s been on and on from there...

My favorite subject to photograph is Nature. I greatly enjoy camping, hiking, and exploring the outdoors. While I am experiencing beautiful and interesting places, I love to capture images of what I see. Through my photos I seek to portray Nature in a way that is both familiar and unique, engaging, and inspiring.”

Bert appreciates the photography workshops that he’s taken with the help of grants from the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council. Through the workshops, he learned new skills and was inspired to try new things as an artist.

Christine Foster is a visual artist who enjoys seeing the extraordinary in the ordinary. “When I discover that moment, I feel compelled to capture it. Capturing the light is essential! When I am in the process of creating, I feel timeless -- at one with my Creator and free. My favorite way of painting is plein air, where I paint outside directly at the site -- the sounds I hear, the weather I feel, and the sights and smells I experience all influence the artwork. Art is about the communication between the artwork, the Creator, and the artist, and the artwork, the Creator, and the observer. Art is not just the end-product itself. Art is an expression, an experience, and a communication.”

Christine specializes in drawing, oil, and watercolor. She has been a working artist for over 30 years. She graduated from Bethel College (University) with a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and Art Education and had the privilege of mentoring under Dale Johnson. Dale taught her vision, visual expression, and artistic inspiration. She then had the honor of being mentored by Joe Paquet, a nationally renowned artist, for 7 years. Joe taught her how to see, as well as how to capture value, light, atmosphere, and color. He also showed her how to find unity and connectedness in her painting.

You won’t want to miss this interesting exhibit!

Please join us for an Artist Reception with Christine and Bert on Tuesday, January 31 from 6 to 8 pm at the gallery.

The NWMAC Gallery is located at Northland Community and Technical College in Thief River Falls. The gallery hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30-5 PM and at other times when events are held at the college. Enter through Door B, which is right next to the gallery. Visitor parking is free.

If you are an artist interested in exhibiting a body of work with NWMAC, please contact Trey Everett at (218) 745-8886 or email NWArtsCouncil@gmail.com. This exhibit is made possible with funding from The McKnight Foundation. Please sign up for our e-newsletter on our website home page to see the latest news and grant announcements. Email director@NWArtsCouncil.org or call 218-745-8886 to reach our office during regular business hours.

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North Country Fiddle and Dance New Year Dance January 28 Open to Everyone!
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North Country Fiddle and Dance New Year Dance January 28 Open to Everyone!

North Country Fiddle and Dance

“New Year Dance”

Saturday, January 28

7:30 to 10:00 pm

live music with Four Mile Portage of Duluth

Callers: Tom Maloney, Brandy Forsman and Jeanne O'Neil

East Grand Forks Senior Center 538 Rhinehart Dr. S.E.

East Grand Forks

All ages -singles, couples, families

Reels, squares, circle mixers and more...

all dances are taught and easy to learn!

Donations at the door

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Campbell Library in East Grand Forks offers arts programming
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Campbell Library in East Grand Forks offers arts programming

The Campbell Library in East Grand Forks regularly offers new and exciting programming. January programming includes:

The library will be starting a new Sensory Storytime with Miss Andrea on January 11th @ 10am. This activity helps engage the 5 senses while the group reads stories and sings songs.

UND Chemistry Club will be hosting a Children's Chemistry Day on January 22nd @ 2p, exploring the science of polymerization and creating a bowl of gelatinous worms'.

A photo & video workshop will be held on Thursday, January 26th from 5:30p-6:30p with special guest speaker Robert Benda, videographer from the UND Marketing & Creative Services Department. Learn basic techniques--camera settings, lighting, photo and video editing--and how you can apply them in your work, hobbies, and social media. Q&A session will tackle specific questions you have about your camera or projects.

These are just a few of the events and activities that will be coming to the library this month. If you have any questions about an upcoming event or program, feel free to contact Robyn Johnson Benda at the library or call the library front desk at 218-773-9121.

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CANCELED —Teaching Artist Roster Program (TARP) has upcoming training scheduled Apply until January 11!
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CANCELED —Teaching Artist Roster Program (TARP) has upcoming training scheduled Apply until January 11!

Teaching Artist Roster Program (TARP) Training Will Be Held January-February 2023

Apply by January 11

What is being offered?

This is a series of 7 training sessions on professionally marketing and teaching your art form to students. Sessions include business skills on lesson plans, artistic statements, web listing, mock grant application on sponsoring you, mock press release on yourself.

Who should apply?

Area creatives interested in earning income by working within our local schools and festivals as an artist in residency.

Who will facilitate the training?

Jane Anderson of Thief River Falls again has agreed to serve as our consultant. Jane has led four cohorts in the past and does a great job. She’s also lots of fun.

When and Where will this be held?

Online for six Thursdays in 2023 from January 19 until February 23 from 6-9 PM on Zoom. Training ends on Saturday, February 25, 2023 in person in Warren from 10 AM - 4 PM.

What is the result?

In addition to honing your teaching skills, you will join our Teaching Artist Roster list on our website where schools and festivals go to select who they would like to sponsor with our grant funds. This is a wonderful opportunity to receive training for free! Being selected into the TARP cohort is the equivalent of receiving a $500 grant award.

How Do I Apply?

Log into our grants systems via the Grant Login button in the top righthand corner of our website. You will apply through that system.

Questions?

Reach out to our director, Mara Hanel at director@NWArtsCouncil.org or 218-745-8886.

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Join us for Tending the Creative Soul Dec 14 SPACE in Artwork
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Join us for Tending the Creative Soul Dec 14 SPACE in Artwork

Please join us for our next Tending the Creative Soul where we will be exploring SPACE in artwork. Space is one of the most important elements in art.

Wednesday, December 14 from 5 to 6PM via Zoom

What is space in art and how do we work with it?

If you aren’t on our Tending the Creative Soul list, reach out to Trey for a Zoom link. We hope to see you there!

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Traveling Art Exhibit is at Ada Public Library
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Traveling Art Exhibit is at Ada Public Library

Traveling Art Exhibit Tours NW Minnesota Region

Visits Ada Public Library

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) sponsors an annual Traveling Art Exhibit, which visits northwest Minnesota communities throughout the year. The exhibit includes 17 original pieces of art by regional adult and student artists, chosen from works submitted for our annual juried exhibit. The exhibit is currently at the Ada Public Library until mid-January 2023. Please stop by to see these works of art. Some of these pieces of art are for sale.

The 2022-2023 Artists and Artwork:

Ross Hier, Crookston, “Wood Splitter’s Alarm Clock” (Watercolor Painting) (Merit)

Elizabeth Kitchell-Rockstad, Ada, “Cornflower Bee” (Mosaic)

Heidi Danos, Fosston, “Hot Pink Sadness” (Mixed Media)

Stephanie Olson, Thief River Falls, “Monday’s Cat” (Painting)

Alicia Spilde, Karlstad, “Leaving” (Mixed Media)

Cindy Kolling, Gully, “Prairie Smoke” (Mixed Media/Other)

Jodi Peterson, Ada, “Cardinal” (Mosaic)

Kate Hammer, Roseau, “Abandoned” (Sculpture)

Nick Reitzel, Karlstad, “Across the Purple Sky” (Painting) (Merit)

Paulette Christianson, Badger, “Under the Orange Moon” (Pastel Drawing) (Merit)

Mason Owens, Crookston, “Peace is in the Roughness” (Wood Sculpture) (student) (Merit)

Kinsley Oslund, Grygla, “Crush” (Sculpture) (student)

Emily Balboa, Crookston, “Timeless Beauty” (Painting) (student)

Autumn Ruikka, Thief River Falls, “Bull Stamp” (Printmaking) (student)

Carlie Nehrus, Ada, “Jelly Fish” (Pen and Ink) (student)

Lakylie Brobst, Grygla, “Hayes Lake Skies” (Photography) (student) (Merit)

Paige Sturre, Thief River Falls, “Escaping the Bland” (Mixed Media/Watercolor) (student)

The 2022-2022 Traveling Exhibit Schedule*:

April 29 – June 16, 2022 Hallock Public Library

June 16 – August 8, 2022 Godel Memorial Library, Warren

August 8 – September 28, 2022 Greenbush Public Library

September 28 – November 22, 2022 Fosston Public Library

November 22, 2022 – January 17, 2023 Ada Public Library

January 17 – March 1, 2023 Red Lake Falls Public Library

March 1 – April TBD** Crookston Public Library

*The start and end dates at each location are approximate, depending on weather, venue hours and other circumstances that may occur to prohibit travel. For specific library hours, please contact each location before planning your visit, especially if you are planning on bringing a group.

** Tentatively Scheduled

For more information about the Traveling Exhibit or our other exhibits call our office at (218)-745-8886 or contact Trey at treyeverettcreates@gmail.com.

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Springboard’s With Us: Artists with Disabilities on Empowerment Nov 22
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Springboard’s With Us: Artists with Disabilities on Empowerment Nov 22

With Us: Artists with Disabilities Panel Series with David Fallon, Minda Mae & Alison Bergblom Johnson

Coming up on Tuesday, November 22, Springboard for the Arts is excited to welcome the start of the With Us panel series, where disabled artists will hold space for each other, share tips and practices, and embody the informal motto of the disability rights movement, “Nothing about us, without us.”

This panel series is space for artists with disabilities:

+ at any career level+ who practice with supports, such as…— within an organization that supports artists with disabilities— with services such as a PCA or ARMHS worker— within a Community Support Program— or any other needed supports+ who practice independently without formal supports+ who partner with mainstream arts organizations+ who are public about their disability+ who are quiet about itLed by artists and organizers Alison Bergblom Johnson, Minda Mae, and David Fallon, this event is open to all and closed captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided. Sign up to attend below!

Learn more and register at https://springboardforthearts.org/events/with-us-artists-with-disabilities-on-empowerment/

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Springboard for the Arts Ask Me Anything Zoom meeting Nov 21
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Springboard for the Arts Ask Me Anything Zoom meeting Nov 21

NEW AMA conversation with Bethany Lacktorin and Dominic Facio

Monday, November 21 join performance artist, organizer, media producer, and musician, Bethany Lacktorin, and multidisciplinary artist, and “fun facilitator” Dominic Facio for a conversation on pushing the bounds of what’s possible in an artistic career! This conversation is open to all and will be held via Zoom, sign up at the “Events” link in Springboard’s bio.

Bethany Lacktorin (she/her) is a performance artist, organizer, media producer and musician. Her practice revolves around issues and meanings surrounding identity, displacement and our connection through land, place and shared experiences. Currently based in rural Minnesota, she is Board Chair of Crow River Players and New London Arts Alliance, Program Director of @littletheatreauditorium in New London, serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors of New London Food Co-op, and is graphic designer and producer for her local newspaper, Lakes Area Review. Learn more at bethanylacktorin.org.

Dominic Facio (he/they) is a multidisciplinary artist with a focus on subculture, and challenges the status quo and provokes curiosity. Dominic has been creating since the mid-2000s, beginning with makeup design and photography, expanding to wearable art and, what they’ve become known for today, unique inclusive live production experiences with immersive ethereal aesthetics. As Springboard’s Rural Program Coordinator, Dominic is eager to help artists find what they need and assist with the many programs that Springboard has to offer. Read more about Dominic on Creative Exchange.

Sign up to attend on Springboard for the Arts website at https://springboardforthearts.org/events/ask-me-anything-pushing-the-boundaries-of-the-possible/.

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Tending the Creative Soul November 9 - Mandalas
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Tending the Creative Soul November 9 - Mandalas

We will be talking about and creating our own Mandalas during this Tending the Creative Soul. Mandalas are symbols of wholeness and healing and have been used throughout time in a variety of cultures and various religions as well as in psychology. Carl Jung wrote,

I sketched every morning in a notebook a small circular drawing, a mandala, which seemed to correspond to my inner situation at the time... Only gradually did I discover what the mandala really is.... the Self, the wholeness of the personality, which if all goes well, is harmonious.”

This TCS will be Wednesday, November 9 from 5:00 to 6:00PM. Have paper and paint or markers or colored pencils. Also if you like perfect circles bring various sized circle templates.

Contact Trey for the Zoom invite at treyeverettcreates@gmail.com. Everyone is welcome and it’s free to attend!

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Publishing Basics for Fiction Writers Workshop Nov 15
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Publishing Basics for Fiction Writers Workshop Nov 15

Springboard for the Arts is offering a

Publishing Basics for Genre Fiction Writers Workshop

Tuesday, November 15 from 6-7:30PM

Sign up for a workshop on Tuesday, November 15 via Zoom with award-winning writer, editor and publisher Catherine Lundoff that will outline the basics of bringing your manuscript through the whole publishing process, from writing and editing to exploring options for publication and marketing.This workshop is best suited to writers interested in or publishing romance, mystery, science fiction, fantasy, horror, westerns, Young Adult or Children's literature. 

Catherine Lundoff is the author of Silver Moon, Blood Moon, Out of This World: Queer Speculative Fiction Stories and Unfinished Business: Tales of the Dark Fantastic and editor of the fantastical pirate anthology, Scourge of the Seas of Time (and Space). She is also the publisher at Queen of Swords Press, a genre fiction publisher specializing in fiction from out of this world. More info at www.queenofswordspress.com.

Registration: Free. To receive the Zoom meeting details by clicking the link below. If you have any questions, please contact Andy Sturdevant at 651-294-0907 or andy@springboardforthearts.org.

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Minne-Mural Coloring Art Adventure Nov 30 via Zoom
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Minne-Mural Coloring Art Adventure Nov 30 via Zoom

Minne-Mural™ Coloring Art Adventure 

November 30th, 2022 at 6:00 pm  via Zoom. 

Sponsored by the Campbell Library in East Grand Forks, the featured design will be "The Reading Lady."

The program is Free and a Zoom link will go out later.  Share this with someone who might be interested. 

There are a limited number of Reading Lady Minne-Murals™ at the library right now that will be handed out at No Charge First Come - First Serve as part of their virtual special activity programming. Just stop in and ask for one.  If you can't make the complimentary library stop work out,  those who want to color along and show & tell during the zoom event can order a Home Delivery Carepack of 2, 4 or 6 Minne-Murals™ .  See   www.kollingcards.com/shop.

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Give to the Max Day is November 17 — early giving starts Nov 1
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Give to the Max Day is November 17 — early giving starts Nov 1

The NWMAC is proud to participate in the 14th annual Give to the Max Day on Thursday, November 17. Give to the Max is a statewide giving event that raises millions each year for more than 6,000 causes across Minnesota and beyond. Considered Minnesota’s holiday for generosity, donors have given more than nearly $255 million since the inaugural Give to the Max Day in 2009. Consider participating in Give to the Max by donating to the NWMAC.

To participate in Give to the Max, donors may visit GiveMN.org and search for the causes they care about most by name, keyword, ZIP code, and more. Give to the Max’s “Early Giving” period begins November 1 and continues through Give to the Max Day on Nov. 17, with random drawings throughout for more than $100,000 in prize grants for Minnesota organizations.

Additionally, each donation through GiveMN.org qualifies the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council for additional grants from the Give to the Max Day prize pool, thanks to the continued generosity of the Bush Foundation. On Nov. 18, Give to the Max Day, GiveMN will award:

·       $500 Early Giving Golden Tickets daily on Nov. 1-16

·       $500 Golden Ticket prizes every 15 minutes on Nov. 17.

·       $1,000 Hourly Golden Ticket prizes hourly on Nov. 17.

·       $6,000 Power Hour Prizes, shared among the top three organizations based on amount raised between 10:00–10:59 a.m. and 10:00–10:59 p.m.

·       The grand prize of Give to the Max Day, a $10,000 Super-Sized Golden Ticket.

Will you join us with your gift supporting the arts in our region?

About GiveMN

GiveMN is an independent nonprofit organization working to ignite generosity and grow giving through GiveMN.org, Minnesota’s giving marketplace, and RaiseMN, a fundraising coaching and training program.     

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Artist Spotlight featuring TRFACT, More Drama Please!
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Artist Spotlight featuring TRFACT, More Drama Please!

Listen to TRFACT Executive Director Jane Anderson and NWMAC Staff talk about theater in NW Minnesota for youth. This discussion includes the NWMAC exhibit More Drama Please! as well as a number of other items.

Watch the discussion here.

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC)'s exhibit – More Drama Please! Open from October 4 through the end of November, this gallery exhibit features non-profit theater groups that work primarily with children in the NW Minnesota region. When you visit the exhibit you will find props, costumes, shoes, Paper-Mache creations, photos, playbills, advertising, and historical information. Many of the props and costumes are handmade and have been used in a variety of plays over the years.

The featured theater groups are Thief River Falls Area Community Theater, Middle River Community Theatre, and Fosston Community Theater. For this exhibit there are no pieces of art for sale. To view the exhibit virtually click the link below.

TRFACT Director Jane Anderson has said, “Since I am a full-time employee of the Thief River Falls ACT, theater is my working life. But it is also my non-working life. I live to create theater for the community, to educate children and adults on stage, and to bring joy and inspiration to those in the audiences. Bringing joy to others, makes me happy and whole.” Jane has much more to say during this Artist Spotlight.

The NWMAC Gallery is located at Northland Community and Technical College, 1101 State Highway 1, Thief River Falls, MN 56701. The gallery hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30-5 PM and at other times when events are held at the college. Enter through Door B. Visitor parking is free.

This exhibit is made possible with funding from The McKnight Foundation. Please sign up for our e-newsletter on our website home page to see the latest news and grant announcements. Email director@NWArtsCouncil.org or call 218-745-8886 to reach our office during regular business hours.

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North Country Fiddle & Dance Saturday, Nov 12  Live Music and Dance
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North Country Fiddle & Dance Saturday, Nov 12 Live Music and Dance

North Country Fiddle and Dance “Harvest Dance”

Saturday, November 12 from 7:30 to 10:00 pm

live music with the O'Neil Family Band

Caller: Jeanne O'Neil

East Grand Forks Senior Center 538 Rhinehart Dr. S.E. East Grand Forks, MN

All ages -singles, couples, families

Reels, squares, circle mixers and more...all dances are taught and easy to learn!

Donations at the door. For more info visit northcountrydance.org.

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Traveling Art Exhibit Visits Fosston Public Library
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Traveling Art Exhibit Visits Fosston Public Library

Traveling Art Exhibit Tours NW Minnesota Region

Visits Fosston Public Library

The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) sponsors an annual Traveling Art Exhibit, which visits northwest Minnesota communities throughout the year. The exhibit includes 17 original pieces of art by regional adult and student artists, chosen from works submitted for our annual juried exhibit. The exhibit is currently at the Fosston Public Library until November 22. Please stop by to see these works of art. Some of these pieces of art are for sale.

The 2022-2023 Artists and Artwork:

Ross Hier, Crookston, “Wood Splitter’s Alarm Clock” (Watercolor Painting) (Merit)

Elizabeth Kitchell-Rockstad, Ada, “Cornflower Bee” (Mosaic)

Heidi Danos, Fosston, “Hot Pink Sadness” (Mixed Media)

Stephanie Olson, Thief River Falls, “Monday’s Cat” (Painting)

Alicia Spilde, Karlstad, “Leaving” (Mixed Media)

Cindy Kolling, Gully, “Prairie Smoke” (Mixed Media/Other)

Jodi Peterson, Ada, “Cardinal” (Mosaic)

Kate Hammer, Roseau, “Abandoned” (Sculpture)

Nick Reitzel, Karlstad, “Across the Purple Sky” (Painting) (Merit)

Paulette Christianson, Badger, “Under the Orange Moon” (Pastel Drawing) (Merit)

Mason Owens, Crookston, “Peace is in the Roughness” (Wood Sculpture) (student) (Merit)

Kinsley Oslund, Grygla, “Crush” (Sculpture) (student)

Emily Balboa, Crookston, “Timeless Beauty” (Painting) (student)

Autumn Ruikka, Thief River Falls, “Bull Stamp” (Printmaking) (student)

Carlie Nehrus, Ada, “Jelly Fish” (Pen and Ink) (student)

Lakylie Brobst, Grygla, “Hayes Lake Skies” (Photography) (student) (Merit)

Paige Sturre, Thief River Falls, “Escaping the Bland” (Mixed Media/Watercolor) (student)

The 2022-2022 Traveling Exhibit Schedule*:

April 29 – June 16, 2022 Hallock Public Library

June 16 – August 8, 2022 Godel Memorial Library, Warren

August 8 – September 28, 2022 Greenbush Public Library

September 28 – November 22, 2022 Fosston Public Library

November 22, 2022 – January 17, 2023 Ada Public Library

January 17 – March 1, 2023 Red Lake Falls Public Library

March 1 – April TBD** Crookston Public Library

*The start and end dates at each location are approximate, depending on weather, venue hours and other circumstances that may occur to prohibit travel. For specific library hours, please contact each location before planning your visit, especially if you are planning on bringing a group.

** Tentatively Scheduled

For more information about the Traveling Exhibit or our other exhibits call our office at (218)-745-8886 or contact Trey at treyeverettcreates@gmail.com or NWArtsCouncil@gmail.com.

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Tending the Creative Soul October 12
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Tending the Creative Soul October 12

For our Tending the Creative Soul we will be exploring "The Practice of Observing Art." The Museum of Fine Arts in Houston Texas has a four step practice of how to "look" at art. We will be experiencing their four steps of Look, Describe, Think, and Connect with various pieces of art. If you have a favorite art piece you would like to share for the practice please "bring" it.

Our next TCS is Wednesday, October 12 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. This event is online via Zoom. Reach out to Trey for a Zoom invite.

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