Events
Just for Kix Youth Dance Classes.
For Age 3 - Grade 3. Register online at JustForKix.com.
Teen musicians: what original melodies and textures can you imagine for piano, violin & cello? A solo, a duet, a trio? All the combinations are available to you in this year’s Minnesota Varsity composer category, and we’re eager to hear what you create!
On Thursday, November 8th, Plains Art Museum will open a major new exhibition with work by Serbian-American artist Zoran Mojsilov. The exhibition, titled Time Machine, will be on display through May 25th, 2019.
The impact of RACE: Are We So Different? is amplified when combined with thoughtful community programming – lectures, discussions, theater programs, art exhibits – that is designed to meet the needs of the people it serves.
Plains Art Museum is opening its first main gallery exhibition of 2019, with a contemporary exhibition celebrating the creative traditions and innovations as well as the cultural agency of Native American women.
This exhibit looks at what things were like for residents of Fergus Falls in 1919. It then illustrates the storms destructive pass through the city, with photographs and antidotes, and ends with how the city was rebuilt bigger and better then before.
Plains Art Museum is launching three teen art programs for Spring 2019. Teen Art Club is a workshop series at Plains Art Museum for young people ages 12-18, led by practicing artists in a variety of media.
Plains Art Museum announces a new art-making program called Plains Art Inside & Out, offering customizable art-making experiences to groups of all ages. Each experience is led by a professional teaching artist, involves working with clay, and can be customized to fit your group’s schedule and needs.
On a daily basis, editorial cartoonists deliver biting social commentary made palatable through amusing and well-crafted illustration. Our upcoming exhibition Lines with Power and Purpose: Editorial Cartoons features fifty-one original editorial cartoons from the nation's great metropolitan newspapers during the Golden Age of print journalism.
The Garden Art exhibit will run from April 2 - May 25. Artists’ reception is Thursday, May 2 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
This exhibit is comprised of students that competed in a variety of categories including Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Media Arts, Crafts, Print Making, Ceramics, 2D Mixed Media/Collage and Graphic Design.
“Scratching the Surface”: Drawing and Painting Exhibit by Lucy Tokheim
Meet PRCA Artists from April 11 to April 27, 2019!
For several weeks each spring, the art of participating FMVA members fills the lower level gallery at Moorhead's Hjemkomst Center—work from arts educators, emerging artists, and established artists. Statements from the artists describe their inspirations and techniques, and a reception offers the public an opportunity to meet and talk with the artists.
Knute Nelson Invites Community to Public Art Exhibit Series
Showcasing canvas paintings by Knute Nelson residents and area school children
Pioneer Public Television’s Postcards program will feature emerging student artists from the University of Minnesota, Morris on Thursday, April 18 at 7 p.m.
Cecelia Fire Thunder is leading a doll making workshop for middle and high school girls (ages 12-18) that lead them through the four stages of life that correspond with the Four Directions:
A psychological thriller based on actual events, 9 CIRCLES tells the story of an American soldier on trial for his life.
Public Television’s Grassland Jam will showcase The Double Down Daredevils on Saturday, April 20 at 7 p.m.
MSUM’s School of Art will be hosting a juried exhibition. MSUM art students currently enrolled in Art 498 Exhibition will jury the show.
The Nordic Folk Art Festival will feature artist demonstrations, Scandinavian music, treats and showings of Pioneer’s new Scandinavian folk art documentaries at the Andria Theatre.
Spend time with artist, Carmen McCullough, creating your own personal mixed media collage with paper, glue, paint and found objects. Take home your one-of-a-kind 8x10” piece of art!
This performance, “Café Flamenco”, is a concert of traditional flamenco that brings the expressive and rhythmic excitement to the stage that only flamenco can.
Poetry Night, April 25th at the Evansville Art Center, celebrates National Poetry Month with an evening of poetry readings.
Cry It Out is a fresh, funny, insightful look at the extremes and absurdities of modern day parenting.
The Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County will host local writer and cartoonist Steve Stark for a history of American political cartoons at the Hjemkomst Center on Saturday, April 27, at 2.00p.m.
Public Television’s Grassland Jam will feature the Minnesota-based Eelpout Stringers band on Saturday, April 27 at 7 p.m.
Matt Vee Family & Friends Present I Am, He Said With songs like Cracklin’ Rosie, Song Sung Blue, and Sweet Caroline, Neil Diamond sold over 100 million records worldwide, and produced musical hits spanning five decades.
The Lakes Area Community Concert Band presents their annual spring concert at the Holmes Theatre.
FREE WILL DONATION
Get inspired from the music, fashion or art from your youth, be visionary and start a new trend, or come dressed in your night out on the town best! Just join us for the region’s premier art party!
Tuesday Niteclub is a local group playing smooth jazz and show tunes. Their average age is 78.5 with an obviously unpredictable future!
2018 marks the 25th anniversary of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s remarkable arrival onto the music scene. Since it’s formation in the early nineties in Ventura, California, the band has toured virtually nonstop, performing on average over 150 shows a year, and has produced a sizable catalog of recorded music, with sales of over 2 million albums to date!
Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre (FMCT) presents MAMMA MIA! May 3-4, 9-11, 16-18 at 7:30pm and May 5 & 12 at 2pm at The Stage at Island Park.
Buy a freshly sheared fleece. Pet a bunny!
See demonstrations of wool washing, carding, spinning, weaving, knitting, and crochet.
THEN try it yourself! Hands on projects will be available.
While patriotic music is included in every performance, the band’s music is not limited to marches and anthems, but includes Broadway show tunes, TV theme songs, big band swing, Dixieland, rock and roll and even Latin music.
Lakes Area Radio Theatre tries to provide a range of stores. On May 10th, we again add to your variety on stage with Life of Riley: Catalina and Light Behind the Eyes.
We Are The Willows is an orchestral indie rock band based out of South Minneapolis. We Are The Willows craft dynamic, intimate songs with instruments and voices combining to create energetic rhythms and intricate melodies.
Artist and Cartoonist, Trygve Olson will present “How I Get My Ideas” at the Leif Erikson - Sons of Norway of Vining Dinner & Program on Monday, May 13, 2019.
Back by popular demand!!
A Celebration of the Music of Neil Diamond - Starring Matt Vee, nephew of 60’s PopStar Bobby Vee - With songs like Cracklin’ Rosie, Song Sung Blue, and Sweet Caroline, Neil Diamond sold over 100 million records worldwide, and produced musical hits spanning five decades.
The spring Fiber Day event at our farm will be Saturday, May 18 from 10 to 4 at 20740 410th ST Pelican Rapids, MN 56572
THE LANDSCAPE OF GUITAR, THE ANIMATED CONCERT EXPERIENCE They take their artistry to another dimension with their new animated multi-media concert experience.
This duo exhibit by twin sisters will feature their latest creations in watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media collage.
Students in grades K-2 and 3-5 are invited to join FMCT for our June summer camp productions of Disney’s Cinderella Kids !
Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre (FMCT) opens registration for summer education camps on Monday, January 14.
Event Link: https://www.kulcher.org/2019-great-american-think-off-question/
Event Phone Number: 218-385-3339
The Cultural Center in New York Mills is pleased to announce the 2019 Great American Think-Off Question:
This is the 27th annual Think-Off topic—a clearly debatable, timely yet timeless philosophical quandary meant to inspire thinkers from all walks of life.
Do you remember a teacher telling you that it is your duty to vote?
Have you heard someone say that they don’t vote because they don’t think their one vote will make a difference?
Do you have an internal debate on Election Day about whether or not to vote?
Even though we are inundated with information and encouraged to do our civic duty, the fact is, almost half of us don’t vote. The question is, does it matter? We want to know what YOU think!
All are invited to submit their answer in essay form for a chance to win $500 and participate in the live debate this June.
To enter, submit a 750 word essay by April 1, 2019. Four finalists will be selected to receive $500 each, plus travel expenses and a chance to win the title of America's Greatest Thinker at this year's annual debate held on June 8, 2019 in New York Mills, MN.
Essays can be submitted in 3 simple ways:
Online at www.think-off.org (preferred)
Email to info@think-off.org
Mail to Great American Think-Off, c/o Cultural Center, P.O. Box 246, New York Mills, MN 56567.
For additional contest details, visit www.think-off.org or call the Cultural Center at 218-385-3339.
Click here to submit your essay now!
For more information please visit www.kulcher.org or call 218-385-3339
Event Phone Number: (218) 299-5511, ext. 6738
Join us when local history comes to life at the 42nd Scandinavian Hjemkomst & Midwest Viking Festival on Friday, June 21, and Saturday, June 22!
In the bleachers at Chicago's Wrigley Field, die hard Cub fans root for their team. The group includes a rabid cheerleader, a blind man who follows the game by transistor radio and does his own play by play, a bathing beauty, a nerd and various other bleacher denizens.
Do not throw away your shot by missing this week-long musical theatre class exploring the hit musical Hamilton!
Prepare ye for the timeless tale of kindness, tolerance, and love based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew!
Considered to be the largest rural art crawl in the Midwest, the Art of the Lakes Studio Tour is a scenic, drive-yourself tour on curvy, hilly roads around lakes and through valleys with views that go for miles. Over 50 talented artists are tucked away in studios located on gravel roads scattered throughout Ottertail, Douglas and Grant counties in west-central Minnesota.
A uniquely American theatre piece, funny, beautiful, and deeply moving.
A uniquely American theatre piece, funny, beautiful, and deeply moving. David Birney has crafted a light-hearted look at the world's first love story through the eyes of America's greatest humorist, Mark Twain, whose Garden of Eden bursts with wit, laughter and the lyric poignance of the first love and the first loss.
Detroit Lakes Art in the park will have over 100 booths are set up under the shady trees in the park. You'll find treasures of all sorts - from jewelry and pottery to furniture and fabric goods.!
Calling all Harry Potter fans!
Annually, this event draws nearly 5,000 visitors and is held on the 2nd Saturday of August at Railroad Park, located at MN Hwy 78 and County Rd 83 in Battle Lake.
KIDZ BOP, the #1 music brand for kids, announces the global expansion of the KIDZ BOP live tour phenomenon with the launch of an all-new show for next year— KIDZ BOP World Tour 2019.
Marc, a high-school jock suddenly stripped of his identity after a near crippling motorcycle accident, has been adrift since the crash. His spiraling journey into self-destruction leads him into a lengthy detention with Miss K., a generous but firmly principled teacher.
Marc, a high-school jock suddenly stripped of his identity after a near crippling motorcycle accident, has been adrift since the crash. His spiraling journey into self-destruction leads him into a lengthy detention with Miss K., a generous but firmly principled teacher.
Join Justin Ploof and The Throwbacks for one special night only as they bring you the hits of Carole King!
The world has changed overnight. On September 12, 2001, Ben Harcourt find's himself in the New York downtown apartment of his lover and boss, Abby Prescott. His endlessly ringing mobile phone haunt's their conversation as Ben and Abby explore the choices now available to them in an existence different from the one they knew just the day before
The world has changed overnight. On September 12, 2001, Ben Harcourt find's himself in the New York downtown apartment of his lover and boss, Abby Prescott. His endlessly ringing mobile phone haunt's their conversation as Ben and Abby explore the choices now available to them in an existence different from the one they knew just the day before.
From the author of Quills comes a deliciously macabre collection of four short plays.
The long-awaited follow-up to The Eight: Reindeer Monologues: This time, it's Santa's turn, and Christmas will never, ever be the same.
We are trying a new social gathering this time to welcome Hinge Artist, Rosalie Smith from, New Orleans, LA to Fergus Falls!
Femme Fatale: Music, Movies & Mayhem, starring Laura Ellis, is a multimedia show combining song, dance and vintage film clips to create a one of a kind experience.
"Classic Country" is a musical celebration of the great hits from the golden age of country music. A cast of all-star musicians and singers. Don't miss it!
Enjoy the rare opportunity to hear Arna Rennan, Georganne Hunter and Loretta Kelley performing music from Telemark and Ballads from the Middle Ages!
Edgar Loudermilk is a veteran bluegrass vocalist, bass player and songwriter who taught himself to play by listening to bluegrass records. The concert features guitarist Jeff Autry.
The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-oriented blend of the unique comedy and furry costars!
Lakes Area Radio Theatre put out a call for radio scripts and authors across the country stepped up and sent in stories. April we present two of them - new contemporary scripts. The Nick Files: Author in the First and The Connoisseur.
Watch a special preview of Nik Nerburn’s documentary about the Great American Think-Off!
This program of Gregorian chant and virtuosic vocal works by 17th-century nuns and monks from Milan and Bologna features The Rose Ensemble’s eight singers as well as guest instrumentalists Paula Fagerberg (Baroque triple harp) and Michael Asmus (organ).
The 52nd Annual Hawley Art Show and Sale will be held April 11-14 at the Hawley Community Center, Hawley, MN.
This program of Gregorian chant and virtuosic vocal works by 17th-century nuns and monks from Milan and Bologna features The Rose Ensemble’s eight singers as well as guest instrumentalists Paula Fagerberg (Baroque triple harp) and Michael Asmus (organ).
Elyse-Krista Mische is a bird aficionado, hospice volunteer, and mixed-media artist who contemplates mortality, memory, unreality, and time through her drawings, sculpture, and performance pieces.
This program of Gregorian chant and virtuosic vocal works by 17th-century nuns and monks from Milan and Bologna features The Rose Ensemble’s eight singers as well as guest instrumentalists Paula Fagerberg (Baroque triple harp) and Michael Asmus (organ).
Awaken your spirit and connect with nature, then let it bloom like poetry!
Author Kevin Zepper will introduce you to techniques for writing creative poetry inspired by nature.
The fifth season Pioneer Public Television’s Grassland Jam continues with the a main stage performance by the Stillwater-based Blue Hazard band on Saturday, April 6 at 7 p.m.
This year's spring production is “Tribute” - a mixed repertoire production celebrating 40 years of the Gasper Family teaching and creating dance in the FM Area.
Event LInk: http://www.fmct.org/
Event Phone Number: 701.235.6778
Nick may be living the life of a young professional in N.Y. City, but all 4 of his loving grandparents never let him forget that he belongs in N.J. with them--his tenacious, loving, loud, and well-fed Italian-American grandparents. So faithfully, Nick goes "over the river" to Grandma's house every week for Sunday dinner. When he's offered an important promotion in Seattle, Frank, Aida, Emma, and Nunzio scheme to keep their single beloved grandson safe at home. Matchmaking is one of their tactics. A warm-hearted, boisterously funny story about deep familial love and the inevitable little heartbreaks that occur as time passes and children grow up, Joe DiPietro's touching family comedy is a beloved staple of theaters across the U.S. Join Tin Roof Theatre for performances April 5-13 at FMCT's new space--Studio 6 Broadway.
The swinging M State Jazz Band Dance is scheduled for Friday, April 5, in Legacy Hall.
On a small Greek island, Sophie dreams of a perfect wedding — one which includes her father giving her away. The problem? Sophie doesn’t know who he is!
Pioneer Public Television’s Postcards program will present a special in-studio performance of the Lac qui Parle Valley/Dawson Boyd state champion Shadows dance team
Event Link: https://public.plainsart.org/public/YouthPreview.faces?wrkid=255
Event Phone Number: 701-551-6100
(Zoran Mojsilov Exhibit - November 8, 2018 - May 25, 2019)
Fargo, ND – Originally from Serbia (former Yugoslavia), Zoran Mojsilov is a Minnesota-based sculptor boldly working in stone, steel and wood. Resembling large, surreal machines with hand-carved wheels, cogs and gears, the artist’s Time Machine series forms the centerpiece of his current solo exhibition at Plains Art Museum. In connection with this exhibition, Plains Art Museum announces three programs including Zoran and his partner Ilene, who is a freelance art educator at the Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Institute of Art, and Can Can Wonderland (Minneapolis, MN):
On Thursday, January 31st from 6-7pm, the Museum will present a Conversation with the Artist. This adult program will include Associate Curator Tasha Kubesh, who led the organization of the exhibition, and will highlight Zoran’s various influences and career-long concern for humankind, nature, love, and war. This program is free and open to the public and no registration is necessary.
The following day, on Friday, February 1st from 6-8pm, Ilene will lead an Adult + Child Workshop: Assemblage Time Machines. This is your opportunity to create your own sculpture after gaining inspiration from the exhibition, and its layers of time, cultures and symbols. This program is $15 for Museum Members, $19 for Non-Members, and registration is required at plainsart.org.
Another opportunity for family art making will be presented the following day on Saturday, February 2nd, from 1-4pm during Plains Art Museum’s popular Kid Quest family event. Get a chance to meet Zoran and see him at work carving a sculpture – then, create your own time capsule and mixed media sculpture. Kid Quest events are free thanks to support from Xcel Energy and Kiwanis Club of Fargo. Pre-registration is required at plainsart.org.
$15 for Museum Members, $19 for Non-Members
Registration required
Men in the Parish Basement? What’s a church lady to do?
“Rise Up O Men” gives the gents a chance to shine in the latest installment of the Church Basement Ladies musical comedy series. As the church prepares for participation in the town’s 1964 Centennial Celebration, we get to see their coming and goings from the eyes of the menfolk, who have their own problems to solve!
It's the third Classical Music Night of the season! Join us for a relaxing evening of music with the The Concordia Wind Quintet.
These workshops are open and FREE to everyone (16+) who is craving a cultural dynamic right here at home!
Event Link: https://www.kulcher.org/2019-great-american-think-off-question/
Event Phone Number: 218-385-3339
The Cultural Center in New York Mills is pleased to announce the 2019 Great American Think-Off Question:
This is the 27th annual Think-Off topic—a clearly debatable, timely yet timeless philosophical quandary meant to inspire thinkers from all walks of life.
Do you remember a teacher telling you that it is your duty to vote?
Have you heard someone say that they don’t vote because they don’t think their one vote will make a difference?
Do you have an internal debate on Election Day about whether or not to vote?
Even though we are inundated with information and encouraged to do our civic duty, the fact is, almost half of us don’t vote. The question is, does it matter? We want to know what YOU think!
All are invited to submit their answer in essay form for a chance to win $500 and participate in the live debate this June.
To enter, submit a 750 word essay by April 1, 2019. Four finalists will be selected to receive $500 each, plus travel expenses and a chance to win the title of America's Greatest Thinker at this year's annual debate held on June 8, 2019 in New York Mills, MN.
Essays can be submitted in 3 simple ways:
Online at www.think-off.org (preferred)
Email to info@think-off.org
Mail to Great American Think-Off, c/o Cultural Center, P.O. Box 246, New York Mills, MN 56567.
For additional contest details, visit www.think-off.org or call the Cultural Center at 218-385-3339.
Click here to submit your essay now!
For more information please visit www.kulcher.org or call 218-385-3339
