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Northern Arts News
July 2018
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Arts Opportunities and Events in Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard,
Lake of the Woods, and Mahnomen Counties
David Manuel, "Fancy Dancer,"
Photography, 2013
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Fall Arts Access Grant
Applications Are Online
Maximum Award: $6,000
Deadline: August 15, 2018
Arts Access Grants can support creation, production, and presentation of high-quality arts activities, as well as projects that help overcome barriers to accessing high-quality arts activities, and projects that help instill the arts into the community and public life in our region. Arts activities proposed for funding must be accessible by the public and have a strong community component. Non-profits, arts organizations, schools, community education programs, institutions of higher learning, local city, town, county government or tribal offices, or groups formed for nonprofit purposes with a fiscal sponsor can apply for grants up to $6,000 to fund arts projects that will benefit the residents of Beltrami, Hubbard, Clearwater, Lake of the Woods, or Mahnomen Counties.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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We Need One More Board Member
Region 2 Arts Council seeks arts appreciators and artists from Mahnomen county to join our Board of Directors. Board terms last two years and will begin in July.
Eligible applicants must be 18 years or older, have a strong interest in the arts, and have the desire to be an ambassador for Region 2 Arts Council.
This is a great opportunity to understand the workings of the arts granting process, to be more involved with the arts and artists of our region, and to enjoy camaraderie with others who appreciate the arts.
Excerpt from a recent letter to the editor by Nancy Cole, former LOW board member:
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I was a representative for four years. I learned a lot about areas of art that I was not as familiar with, also sharing what I know with others. I met interesting people and interesting ideas. Taking my turn evaluating granted arts projects led me to events I might have otherwise passed by, sometimes enriching my life in surprising ways.
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Region 2 Arts Council covers round trip mileage at the current IRS rate for attending board activities. Time commitment involves board meetings, committee work, and 5-8 hours per month reviewing grant applications, along with attending selected funded arts events. Summers are relatively free of board obligations.
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July 1 - July 28
Reception on July 14
5 - 7 pm
Photography by Wayne Gumundson and Writing by Anton Treuer. Artist talks on July 14 at reception.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Nemeth Art Center
301 Court Ave
Park Rapids, MN
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One-hour Walking Tour of
Bemidji Sculpture Walk
July 1 & 15
11:00 am & 2:00 pm
Have you ever wondered about all those interesting sculptures in downtown Bemidji? Join us for a one-hour walking tour to learn about these amazing pieces of art and the artists who created them. Local Bemidji history and architecture will also be discussed.
Bemidji Visitor Center - next to Paul and Babe
Bemidji MN
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Bemidji Community Band Concert
July 1 & 22
7:00 pm
Concerts are on the South lawn of Bangsberg Hall.
In case of inclement weather, concert will move indoors to Bangsberg recital Hall, BSU.
1500 Birchmont Dr
Bemidji MN
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Legends on Lomond Concert Series
July 1: Jon Romer and Mike Tangen
4 - 6 pm
July 8:
Carter Junction
4 - 6 pm
July 15:
Confused Brothers Band
4 - 6 pm
July 22: Mother Banjo
4 - 6 pm
July 25: Gaelynn Lea
6 - 8 pm
Free & open to the public
Feel free to bring your own lawn chair; some chairs provided.
Outdoors, weather permitting (except Gaelynn Lea).
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This activity is made possible, in part, by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Farm By The Lake
17797 366th St
Bagley, MN 56621
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July 2 - August 28
Artist Reception July 26
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Bagakaande - It Is Brightly Colored in the Miikanan Gallery from July 2 - August 28. This joint show features the work of Sarah McRae and DG House, both painters who share a love of color and the natural world, each with ties to Minnesota landscapes.
More info here
Watermark Art Center
Miikanan Gallery
505 Bemidji Ave N
Bemidji, MN
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July 2 - 20
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Students play theater games, dance, practice improvisation, and create stories. Project culminates in writing a script, composing the songs, building sets, and creating costumes for an original musical performance.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Pine Point School
48075 Pow Wow Hwy
Ponsford, MN
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The Fourth on Folk Celebration
July 4
3:00 pm - Dusk
Brought to you by Brigid's Pub and Rail River Folk School: a free day of music, a live outdoor concert and community appreciation event. Bring your lawn chair. Rain or shine - (rain out space in River Room).
Featuring Live Local Music:
The Honey Buns (with Known Only Locally members)
Sonny Johnson and Josh Jones
The Northern Medicine (from Minneapolis)
Main Event:
The Social Animals
Gritty pop Americana with Minnesota roots, bringing energy and dedication to their onstage craft.
Lake Irving Marina
Rail River Folk School
303 Railroad St SW
Bemidji, MN
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Every Thursday
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 5:
The Front Fenders
July 12: The Plott Hounds
July 19: Corey Medina and Brothers
July 26: Frogleg
10 free concerts will run from 6 to 8 p.m. (7 to 9 p.m. Aug. 9) with bands, a
beer garden, cornhole tournaments and family activities
. Bring your own lawn chair. The beer garden will open at 5 p.m. for a social hour
while you find your spot, listen to the sound check and greet neighbors and friends.
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This activity is made possible, in part, by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Second block of South Main Street
Park Rapids, MN
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First Friday Art Walk in Bemidji
July 6
Dunn Bros Coffee
will feature work by local artist John Winter. Winter is a watercolor artist who loves to paint colorful, realistic nature and wildlife scenes.
6 am - 7 pm.
501 Paul Bunyan Dr SE.
Butch Holden Studio
will feature Holden's porcelain pottery and photography on July 6 from 6-8 p.m. During the open house, enjoy live by jazz guitarist Lou Sampson.
6-9 p.m. 1104 Minnesota Ave. (Entrance is in the back alley.)
Wild Hare Bistro and Coffeehouse
will present will present "Plein Air & Natural History Painting" by artist Laurel Sundberg through the month of July.
3:30 pm - 5 pm. 523 Minnesota Ave.
Gallery North will host a reception for Showcase Artist
Phanessa Berdeen Frick.
Featured Artist will be Gallery member Nora Stevens
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Featured Author for the evening will be Wendell Affield.
2 pm - 6 pm.
310 4th St NW.
Neilson Place presents an art display entitled "A Medley of Hues" by Elaine Netland beginning July 1 and continuing through October. Netland paints in oil, watercolor, and acrylic, and is a member of Gallery North. 8 am - 8 pm. 1000 Anne Street NW.
Watermark Art Center
continues four exhibits: The Internal Affairs of Mr. Invincible, Elements of Nature, Being Here, and Bagakaande. View painting, prints, pottery, photography, sculpture and more!
Open from 10 - 5 pm
. 505 Bemidji Ave N.
Headwaters Music & Arts presents the exhibit
Terry and Friends, featuring the work of local artist Terry Honstead alongside the art of her friends Kathy Gustafson, Dee Najjar and Barbara Jolly.
4 - 6 pm, 519 Minnesota Ave N.
The Bemidji Library wall will feature the work of Gabor Nemeth. Nemeth worked in many different mediums including French pastels, oil, watercolor, pencil and charcoal.
The library will be open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and is located at 509 America Ave NW.
United Methodist Church
continues Years of Introspection, a 25 year retrospective featuring the work of Mary Therese. This exhibit, which will run through July, includes watercolor, acrylic and silk batik painting, as well as mixed media collage. 924 Beltrami Ave NW. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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July 6, 7, 12, 13, 14
7:30 pm
Matinees July 8, 11
2:00 pm
Brought to you by the Paul Bunyan Playhouse, this musical show is based on the board game Clue. The plot concerns a murder at a mansion, occupied by several suspects, that is solved by a detective; the ending is determined by cards drawn by audience members that select the murderer, murder weapon and location of the murder.
314 Beltrami Ave
Bemidji, MN
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July 7
3:00 pm
Local blue grass and celtic style musicians are invited to join the
O'Neil Family Band from East Grand Forks for a workshop on playing for contra dancing (which is always done to live music). This is the start of a new monthly pre-dance musicians' workshops and dances.
Participating musicians are welcome to sit in with the band for a few sets at the evening contra dance and are encouraged to try some dancing. This workshop is free. Pre-registration
by e-mail, or phone (218-407-7266) is encouraged but not required.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Headwaters Music & Arts
Minnesota Ave
Bemidji MN
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July 7
3:00 pm
New this time round, contra dancers who are interested in learning to call contra dances are invited to an afternoon workshop to work with caller Wendy Greenberg. We'll go over the basics of teaching and calling contra dances and give you a chance to try it out a little in a low key way with the musicians in the musicans' workshop at the same time. No calling experience necessary, but it's better if you've done at least some contra dancing.
This workshop is FREE.
Pre-registration
by e-mail, phone (218-407-7266) is encouraged but not required.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Headwaters Music & Arts
Minnesota Ave
Bemidji MN
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July 7
7:00 pm - 10:00pm
This is the first of the new series of monthly contra dances in Bemidji. This dance will feature live music by the O'Neil Family Band from East Grand Forks, and calling by Wendy Greenberg.
Contra dancing is a lively, traditional social dance that originated in New England and is now done all over the United States.
Everything is taught by the caller. No experience or partners necessary. Families welcome.
A free will donation is suggested but not required.
To find out more
e-mail here.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Headwaters Music & Arts
Minnesota Ave
Bemidji MN
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July 7:
The Lost River Band
7:00 pm
July 8: Rachel Munson
2:00 pm
7:00 pm
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
7:00 pm
2:00 pm
Lake Bemidji State Park Amphitheater
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July 9 - 13
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Headwaters instructors Jessica Westlund and Carolyn Towler for ages 5-15 who have at least one year experience. Piano Camp is a great opportunity for young pianists to focus on their piano and musicianship skills while at the same time making new friends.
$75 per participant, partial scholarships available.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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519 Minnesota Ave
Bemidji, MN
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Public Dedication of Mosaic Murals
July 11
1:30 pm
Artist Marsha Wolff led a series of workshops for Hubbard County Developmental Achievement Center clients in June. They used dish-ware and stained glass to create two murals. Goals of the project are to create a unique, beautiful and expressive piece of artwork for the public to enjoy and to help clients learn to express themselves through art. City Council member Erika Randall and a board member will do the honors and treats will be served.
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Mississippi Music at the Bemidji Waterfront
July 11: Mary Bue
July 25: The Woodpicks
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free concert
series at the Bemidji waterfront.
300 Bemidji Ave
Bemidji, MN
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July 14
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Creative North Artists will be set up with a variety of local artists and makers. Rain or shine.
Also occurs on August 11 and September 8
Corner of Minnesota Ave and 4th St
Bemidji MN
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P.S. Write Back Soon:
The Lost Art of the Letter
Writing workshop with Sheila O'Connor
July 14
11:00 am
Drawing on her experience writing her recent novel-in-letters, Until Tomorrow, Mr. Marsworth, writer and teacher Sheila O'Connor will lead participants through a series of writing activities designed to experiment with the letter form. Bring paper and pen, and a creative spirit. No experience required.
The cost of the workshop is $20; space is limited. To reserve your spot, send a $20 check to Beagle and Wolf, 112-3rd St. W., Park Rapids MN 56470. Checks should be made out to Sheila O'Connor.
Beagle and Wolf Books & Bindery
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Building a Birch Bark Canoe
July 14 - July 22
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come watch a crew of builders put together a wigwaasi-jiimaan over 9 days this summer at the Rail River Folk School (walk down to the marina by the lake) in Bemidji. Stop by from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm to see progress, or come to any of the free, hands-on workshops, where you can try your hand at some of the important skills involved:
July 14, 4:00 - 6:00 pm: Peeling and splitting spruce roots (waatabiig) for lashing and sewing
July 17, 4:00 - 6:00 pm: Splitting cedar (giizhik) logs for ribs and planking
July 20, 4:00 - 6:00 pm: Use a traditional Native American tool, the "crooked knife," or waagikomaan, to carve cedar
July 22, 2:00 - 4:00 pm: Paddle a birch bark canoe at our launch celebration
No registration required. For more information email Nate
or call 218-255-1345
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Rail River Folk School
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July 14
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
There will be art/crafts, food, and free art project for the kids!
Bagley Art in the Park
15020 340th St
Bagley, MN
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July 14
6:00 pm
2nd Saturday Haps is the new recurring summer event from Nemeth Art Center. Free evening of music, poetry, films and performance held at the art center.
The Nemeth Art Center
301 Court Ave
Park Rapids, Minnesota
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Summer Pops Concert:
Quiet Heroes
July 14
7:00 pm
Brubeck's symphonic to the flag raisers at Iwo Jima, narrated by Wilford Brimley. This patriotic performance includes Stars and Stripes, America the Beautiful and Armed Forces Salute. All tickets $10; Students K-12 free.
Bemidji High School Auditorium
2900 Division St
Bemidji MN
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July 15 - 21
Held on the beautiful shores of Lake Bemidji, camp includes individual instruction, chamber ensembles, and large group experiences. In addition to performance opportunities, students will participate in classes that cover a
wide range of topics, including music theory, electronic instruments, conducting, and music technology. The camp is overseen and staffed by regional music educators.
Open to students who have completed at least 5th grade (or one year of band instruction), through students who have recently finished 12th grade. We are proud to offer a great experience both musically and socially at one of the most affordable rates in the world.
More information here.
Bemidji State University
1500 Birchmont Dr
Bemidji, MN
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July 16 - 20
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
This week-long Musical Theater Camp is for kids who would like to gain the skills and confidence to take part in community theater, or simply get creative with friends. Ages 7 - 18.
$125 per participant, partial scholarships available.
519 Minnesota Ave
Bemidji, MN
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Alexa Horochowski Exhibit
July 20 - Sept. 29
As a sculptor/installation artist her work addresses the interrelatedness of natural forces (e.g., weather, erosion, plant life), globalization, culture, and matter.
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This activity is funded, in part, by an appropriation from the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the State's general fund.
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Nemeth Art Center
301 Court Ave
Park Rapids, MN
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With Zaraawar Mistry & Greg Herriges
July 20
6:00 pm
Storyteller Zaraawar Mistry shares popular tales, myths and fables he heard during his childhood in India, and also tells of his journey as an immigrant to America. Greg Herriges plays live music on guitar and bouzouki (Greek lute).
The Nemeth Art Center
301 Court Ave
Park Rapids, Minnesota
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July 20 - 28
7:30 pm
Matinees July 22nd, 25th
In its original form as a play, this comedy-drama is about the bond a group of women share in a small-town Southern community, and how they cope with the death of one of their own. By Robert Harling.
314 Beltrami Ave
Bemidji, MN
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July 21 & 22
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The juried fine arts and craft fair has been a summer highlight for Bemidji residents since 1967. This year's vendors will be selling everything from wood and ceramics to clothing and jewelry. There will also be photography, metalworking, greeting cards, homemade preserves, food, candles, soaps, and more!
Library Park
500 Bemidji Ave N
Bemidji, MN
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Mii Gwitch Mahnomen Days
56th Annual Traditional Pow Wow
July 22
8:30 am - 9:00 pm
9:00 am Walk/Run, 10:00 am Flag Raising, 11:00 am Parade: Rez Car Contest/ Parade Contest, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Registration
1:00 pm Grand Entry
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Registration, 7:00 pm Grand Entry
More info here
6 mi. W of Deer River MN on US 2
Ball Club, MN 56636
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July 26
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Shagwood Secret by Teddy Keller. Refreshments served; proceeds support the Beltrami County Historical Society.
$25 adult, $20 child senior and students.
More info here
Beltrami County Fairgrounds
Marilyn Shutter Stage
Bemidji, MN
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Muskie Days Music Festival
July 27 & 28
4:00 pm - 12:00 am
Musicians include: Frogleg, Terrapin Brothers, Corey Medina & Brothers, Triggered Llama, Mozart's Revival.
More information here
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July 27 - 29, August 1 - 4
7:30 pm
3:00 pm matinee on Sunday and Saturday
The story line of My Fair Lady follows George Bernard Shaw's play, Pygmalion, where Henry Higgins creates a "lady" out of a Cockney flower vendor from the streets of London. A colorful production led by professional directors (New York City), stage and light designers, and choreographer brings professional excellence to this local community theater company.
More information here
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Armory Square
203 Park Ave S
Park Rapids, MN
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August 1 - 5
Hold on to your Hotdish because AATE's 31st National Conference will be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This year's conference will celebrate the work and the future possibilities of the AATE community.
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
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Lake of the Woods Artists' Retreat
September 6 - 9
Come out to Laketrails Base Camp on Oak Island for a weekend of rest, relaxation, and art. This rustic island is the perfect getaway to rejuvenate and reconnect with your work. Cost: $300
More Information
Lake of the Woods
Oak Island, MN
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October 26 - 28
Bemidji Community Theater will be offering this workshop with puppeteer Karl Warnke, the designer of the fire lizards for Dragonsong. The fire lizards will be "resurrected" and repaired in order to become ambassadors for BCT.
This activity is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Bemidji Area Arts Endowment.
(Location To Be Announced)
Bemidji Community Theater
Bemidji, MN
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Request for Proposals: Baudette Murals
Two businesses in Baudette are looking for an artist to update their public murals on the outsides of their buildings: the Ronnings building and the Baudette VFW.
Ronnings building is looking for a new mural. Presently the mural has a combination of fishing, family and outdoors. The Foundation would like a new mural, but wishes to stay with a theme reflective of the community. Murals must be weather-resistant, as they are outside.
The Baudette VFW is looking to have their existing mural refreshed with a fresh coat of paint, in the same image. Their mural represents area hockey and Veterans. Murals must be weather-resistant, as they are outside.
2. Which mural are you interested in working on?
3. Idea for mural(s).
4. Your fee for the project
5. Time frame for finished project
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Farm By The Lake
5th Annual Festival
Call for Artists
Call for Authors
Call for Musicians
Registration Deadline
July 31, 2018
Festival happens on August 26
Noon - 6:00 pm
Arts/Craft Booth Fee $30
Authors Booth Fee $20
Need Electric Fee $10
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Farm By The Lake
17797 366th St
Bagley, MN 56621
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Groundwork Intensive Training
For Persons of Color
September 14 - Oct 6
Forecast is accepting applications to participate in Groundwork, a four-day intensive offered for IBPOC [Indigenous and/or Black, and/or Persons of Color] who live in Minnesota and are collaborative, innovative leaders interested in the arts, artists, and playing a role in making positive change in communities.
This intensive will offer an overview of the public art consulting world, including: types of work available in this field, the broad range of projects Forecast engages, an understanding of how your strengths, perspectives, and skills can be maximized within the field.
Groundwork will take place over two weekends in the fall of 2018, in the Twin Cities. Participants are expected to attend all four days (times are approximate):
Friday, September 14, 1 - 7 pm
Saturday, September 15, 9 am - 3 pm
Friday, October 5, 1 - 7 pm
Saturday, October 6, 9 am - 3 pm
Forecast Public Art
2300 Myrtle Ave #160
St Paul, MN 55114
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11th Annual "Art at the Lake" Workshop
September 21 - 23
"Mapping our Lives" with Sandra Muzzy, Red River Watercolor Society signature member. Sandy says, "In this class we will look at how to capture experiences, moments and events as a map - as a route to our development and discovery of self. We will look at ways of manipulating the paper, the paint and how this 2D structure can become a 3D statement."
Cost: $190 including class, most supplies, shared accommodation in the Lodge, and most meals, or $160 with no accommodation.
Northern Pines Camp & Retreat
20033 County 1
Park Rapids, MN
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Program Assistant Alice Blessing is leaving our team
At the end of June, Alice Blessing completed her two-year tenure with Region 2 Arts Council. She has been our newsletter editor, arts expo and professional development coordinator, promotions specialist, and a colleague to rely on to shape ideas and make them happen. In short, Alice has been an all-around amazing colleague and we are grateful for what we've learned and gained in the time she spent with us. As an accomplished artist, Alice infused Region 2 Arts Council with design elements that are artistic, direct, and inspiring. We've gained some style since Alice joined us & we happen to believe everyone's noticed.
As executive director, I speak for the entire Board of Directors, our staff team, and members of the Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Council as I wish you the best in your endeavors and thank you for all you've done to support artists and the arts in our Region. -Laura
Thank you, Alice!
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This newsletter is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Don't forget to
check our calendar
for local events all year.
Send submissions for our August newsletter by July 25 to:
staff@r2arts.org
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