EVENT LINK: https://www.kaddatzgalleries.org/youth-art-classes.html

FEE: Sliding scale registration: $30-$45 (supplies included)

Youth Oil Pastels Art Class with Jona Brown

📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Kaddatz Galleries | Fergus Falls, MN
👥 Ages 7–15

Dive into the bold, colorful world of oil pastels in this fun, hands-on class for young artists. Students will explore techniques like blending, layering vibrant colors, and creating texture using a scratching method called sgraffito. Participants will create a simple composition while experimenting with this rich and expressive medium. No prior experience needed.

Instructor: Fergus Falls artist Jona M. Brown.

💲 Sliding scale registration (supplies included)

EVENT LINK: https://www.kaddatzgalleries.org/adult-art-classes.html

FEE: Sliding scale registration: $45–$65 (supplies included)

Oil Pastel Still Life Adult Art Class
w/ Jona Brown

Saturday, March 21st from 1:30-4:30 PM for Ages 17+

Learn the basics of still life drawing and color with oil pastels in this beginner-friendly class. Instructor Jona Brown will guide students through composition, color mixing, and techniques for shading, highlights, and shadow. Participants will also experiment with blending tools and sgraffito effects to add texture and depth. Students may bring a reference photo or a few simple objects if they wish. No prior experience required.

Instructor: Fergus Falls artist Jona M. Brown, known for her whimsical chicken, butterfly, and kitchen-inspired paintings and storytelling through art.

💲 Sliding scale registration: $45–$65 (supplies included)
🎓 Limited scholarships available

EVENT LINK: https://www.kulcher.org/2026-winter-spring-concert-series-pay-what-you-can/

FEE: Thanks to support from the Lake Region Arts Council, all concerts are Pay What You Can, open to all, and no tickets are required.

Aaron Simmons

Friday, March 27, 2026, 7-9 PM

Originally from Stewartville, Minnesota, Aaron Simmons is a country singer-songwriter known for energetic performances and heartfelt storytelling. With a down-to-earth style and strong work ethic, he’s spent the past decade building a loyal fanbase nationwide. In 2024, Aaron was named Male Vocalist of the Year by the Midwest Country Music Organization. Aaron’s songs capture the joys of love, the pain of loss, and the power of community. With strong small-town values and a close connection to fans, he continues to make his mark in modern country music. Wherever he plays, Aaron’s passion for storytelling and genuine connection with audiences set him apart.

Learn more: www.aaronsimmonsmusic.com/

2026 Winter/Spring Concert Series

Enjoy original live music in a unique listening-room setting at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center. This Winter/Spring Concert Series features a wide range of music styles in the Cultural Center’s gallery space, surrounded by visual art and excellent acoustics. Thanks to support from the Lake Region Arts Council, all concerts are Pay What You Can, open to all, and no tickets are required.

Concerts run February–May 2026, with performances by Caitlin Robertson & Wildrose Fox, Jordan Messerole, Aaron Simmons, Zach Thomas, Clayton Ryan Duo, and more, plus special collaborations with New York Mills schools and Niijii Radio. Most concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. (doors at 7:00 p.m.), with general admission seating. Light refreshments and a cash bar are available at most events.

FEE: Free & Open to all

Finnish Culture Workshop with Kip Peltoniemi

Saturday, April 4, 2026

Join us for a captivating morning of Finnish storytelling and music with Kip Peltoneimi on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 10 AM – 12 PM. Through engaging stories and live performance — including lively accordion music — Kip will share cultural insights, timeless tales, and the vibrant spirit of Finnish heritage.

Whether you’re a lover of storytelling, world music, or cultural experiences, this interactive session offers a meaningful way to connect, learn, and be entertained.

📅 Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: New York Mills Regional Cultural Center
💲 Cost: Free to attend & open to all!

No registration required – just show up!

EVENT LINK: https://fergusarts.org

FEE: See Event Link

The Accidental Hero

Saturday, April 11, 2026  7:30pm

The Accidental Hero is a multi-media one-man show about a WWII American officer who miraculously liberates the Czech villages of his grandparents. It's a true story written and performed by his grandson, Patrick Dewane.

Patrick's grandfather refused to talk about his service in the war. When he died, his basement yielded a treasure trove of typewritten accounts, photos, and rare film footage. Dewane brings this archival material to glowing life as an enthralling, humorous and heartwarming tale of miraculous escapes and astonishing coincidences. Dewane takes on a dozen different roles as he powerfully recounts his grandfather's journey from Omaha Beach, the Battle of the Bulge, and the end of WWII. In the last week of the war, Konop's story turns away from a soldier's survival tale to something from mythology. He discovers his lost identity, embraced by the tribe he never knew. Like Luke Skywalker, Konop thought he was just fighting the Evil Empire, in this case the Nazis. But unlike Skywalker, this story is true. His was an epic homecoming. As he freed the Czechs, they liberated him.

Tickets available online at fergusarts.org

Box Office: Monday - Friday 11am-2pm 218-736-5453

EVENT LINK: https://www.kulcher.org/2026-winter-spring-concert-series-pay-what-you-can/

FEE: Thanks to support from the Lake Region Arts Council, all concerts are Pay What You Can, open to all, and no tickets are required.

Zach Thomas

Saturday, April 18, 2026, 7-9 PM

After debuting in New York Mills at Pickletoberfest 2025, ZACH IS BACK at the Cultural Center for a full ORIGINALS show! Hailing from the small town of Wendell, Minnesota, Zach Thomas is a musician whose powerful voice and honest lyrics resonate with fans across genres. A 2023 Midwest Country Music Organization “Male Vocalist of the Year” nominee, Zach’s passion for music is evident in every performance. With a spirit that can’t be tamed and a talent that won’t be held back, Zach Thomas is a name you won’t forget.

Learn more: www.zachthomaslive.com/

2026 Winter/Spring Concert Series

Enjoy original live music in a unique listening-room setting at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center. This Winter/Spring Concert Series features a wide range of music styles in the Cultural Center’s gallery space, surrounded by visual art and excellent acoustics. Thanks to support from the Lake Region Arts Council, all concerts are Pay What You Can, open to all, and no tickets are required.

Concerts run February–May 2026, with performances by Caitlin Robertson & Wildrose Fox, Jordan Messerole, Aaron Simmons, Zach Thomas, Clayton Ryan Duo, and more, plus special collaborations with New York Mills schools and Niijii Radio. Most concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. (doors at 7:00 p.m.), with general admission seating. Light refreshments and a cash bar are available at most events.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $55/$60 Member/Non-Member
$50/$55 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By April 9)

Plus $20 fee for supplies to be collected by the instructor during class

Danish Braid Baking Class

with Kate Mudge
April 23, 5-7:30pm
First Lutheran Church kitchen, Battle Lake

A perfect treat for Mother's Day--or anytime you want to wow your family & friends with a bakery-worthy breakfast dessert. In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to make a classic Danish braid from start to finish. We'll use a shortcut lamination method that creates beautiful, buttery layers without the fuss of traditional pastry techniques. You'll mix and knead your own dough, learn how to incorporate butter for flakiness, create delicious fillings, and shape a stunning braid that looks impressive (but is absolutely doable for the home baker!)

You'll choose your own filling from two delicious options: Lemon curd & raspberry OR Lemon cream cheese & blueberry. Each person will leave with a freshly baked Danish braid, warm from the oven, extra dough to take home so you can make another one the next day, and the confidence to recreate this "fancy-looking" yet totally achievable pastry anytime you like. With its sweet cheese filling and buttery, flaky layers, this pastry braid is nearly irresistible---and after this class, you'll be able to make it yourself with ease. Perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings, or just treating people you love.

EVENT LINK: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=268590

FEE: Adults:  $20 | Students:  $10

President's Box: Adults $30 | Students $15 (includes a beverage and box of popcorn!)

Fergus Falls Civic Orchestra Spring Concert
Rebecca Davis Plays Beethoven

A Center for the Arts
Sunday, April 26, 2pm

The Fergus Falls Civic Orchestra presents its Spring Concert featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Rebecca Davis performing works by Beethoven. Known for performances that are both powerful and deeply expressive, Davis has appeared on stages around the world and previously served on the faculty at The Juilliard School.

A Minnesota-based pianist and arts advocate, Davis has received numerous honors, including a McKnight Fellowship and recognition from the Minnesota State Arts Board. She is also committed to bringing classical music to diverse and underserved communities.

EVENT LINK: https://www.kulcher.org/2026-winter-spring-concert-series-pay-what-you-can/

FEE: Thanks to support from the Lake Region Arts Council, all concerts are Pay What You Can, open to all, and no tickets are required.

Clayton Ryan Duo

Thursday, April 30, 2026, 7-9 PM

Minnesota’s  Clayton Ryan is made of a different kind of soil. With no streaming presence, label backing, or financial support, he has honed his powerful, homegrown voice in his own Midwestern way, building a fanbase one by one from stages and honkytonks across the country. Despite his flyover-state upbringing, the singer and songwriter has grown strong roots in the music industry, and his work as a writer, performer, and multi-instrumentalist in LA and Nashville has put his songs in TV and movies including NASCAR, Walker, NFL Sunday Night Football, and The Outdoor Channel, and landed the electric performer on stages with artists including John Morgan, John Michael Montgomery, Jo Dee Messina, Collin Raye,  Flatland Cavalry, and Liam St John. ​

Learn more: www.claytonryan.com/

2026 Winter/Spring Concert Series

Enjoy original live music in a unique listening-room setting at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center. This Winter/Spring Concert Series features a wide range of music styles in the Cultural Center’s gallery space, surrounded by visual art and excellent acoustics. Thanks to support from the Lake Region Arts Council, all concerts are Pay What You Can, open to all, and no tickets are required.

Concerts run February–May 2026, with performances by Caitlin Robertson & Wildrose Fox, Jordan Messerole, Aaron Simmons, Zach Thomas, Clayton Ryan Duo, and more, plus special collaborations with New York Mills schools and Niijii Radio. Most concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. (doors at 7:00 p.m.), with general admission seating. Light refreshments and a cash bar are available at most events.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $25/$30 Member/Non-Member
$20/$25 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By April 17)

Plantable Cards (homemade seed paper) Workshop

with Kristi Kuder
May 1, 1-3 pm
Glendalough State Park Dining Hall

If you or someone you know loves to garden, create cards that keep on giving with homemade seed paper. This class will teach you the steps to make lovely, plantable paper infused with seeds for a touch of nature. Not only that, you can also reduce your paper waste and recycle it, making something beautiful to share with your family and friends. Making seed paper is a delightful endeavor that combines creativity with sustainability.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE:$10 Member, $15 Non-Member | $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by April 20
Plus $35 materials fee payable to instructor at class

Flower Card With Alcohol Ink

Instructor: Sue Kalseim
Art of the Lakes Gallery
May 4, 6-8pm

Join Sue Kalseim and make this beautiful spring flower. Learn four alcohol ink techniques. Included you'll get a surprise bonus project. No prior knowledge of working with alcohol ink is required.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $30 Member, $35 Non-Member | $25 Member, $30 Non-Member by May 2

The Art of Taking Care of Business

Instructor: Kim Konikow
Art of the Lakes Gallery
May 16, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This seminar will look at the practical aspects of a "career" in the arts, however one defines it! You'll gain a holistic perspective on the creative, financial and administrative aspects of your arts career, utilizing resources you actually have on hand.

OBJECTIVES:

• Understanding that taking care of business is an art form unto itself

• Managing expectations, analyzing options

• Being a good administrator of your work - record keeping, documentation

• Gaining recognition - Bios, Websites, Using social media, Images

• Being entrepreneurial - Navigating outreach

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $80 Member, $85 Non-Member | $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by May 5

Colorful Roosters & Beautiful Birds

Instructor: Grace Haverty
Battle Lake Senior Center
May 19, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Sketch, paint, and learn some fun watercolor painting techniques from the photos Grace will provide for this class. Grace suggests bringing any watercolor paints you already have or feel comfortable using. If you’re looking for some recommendations, Grace likes to use Holbein, Winsor Newton, Daniel Smith, and/or Schmincke watercolor paints in the colors listed below on the supply list.

Students will need to bring their own supplies for this class. Don’t forget to bring a water container, paper towels, a board for mounting your paper, a sketching pencil, your preferred brushes, and anything else you normally use when watercoloring.

​Supply List

EVENT LINK: https://www.kulcher.org/2026-winter-spring-concert-series-pay-what-you-can/

FEE: Free

Celebrating Cultures

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Join us for the 6th Annual Celebrating Cultures, a vibrant, family-friendly event that brings together community members of all backgrounds for an evening of art, music, food, and cultural exchange! This community gathering is co-hosted by the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and Niijii Radio, White Earth.

Whether you’ve attended in years past or this is your first time, you’ll enjoy a beautiful, welcoming celebration of cultures in New York Mills.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $40 Member, $45 Non-Member | $35 Member, $40 Non-Member by May 6

Wine Spritzers & Summer Mocktails

Instructor: Chef Mike Nauman
Shoreline Restaurant & Bar (back room)
May 20, 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Come to the Shoreline Restaurant & Bar and join Chef Mike to get ready for summer! Chef Mike will teach and let you taste a variety of wine spritzer & mocktail recipes. Just bring yourself (and a couple of friends) to enjoy a favorite beverage. And let summer at the lake begin!

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $25/$30 Member/Non-Member | $20/$25 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By April 17)

Acrylic Painting with Stephen Henning

Instructor: Stephen Henning
Glendalough State Park Dining Hall
May 29, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

An introductory demonstration followed by hands-on painting under the guidance of a painter with 35+ years of experience working with acrylic paints. There will be discussion and instruction on a variety of acrylic mediums. Get lots of practical tips as you explore a variety of techniques.

If the weather cooperates, we will paint the outdoor landscape. If not, we will work indoors and you will need reference photos. Materials list is included on the registration form.

EVENT LINK: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=acfta

FEE: Tier 1:  $59 | Tier 2:  $49 | Tier 3:  $39 

A Taste of Ireland

A Center for the Arts
Tuesday, June 2, 7:30 PM

Live Music. Breathtaking dance. Pure Irish Charm.

From stars of Off-Broadway and London's West End, Lord of the Dance and Riverdance comes the internationally acclaimed 'A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation' , a celebration of Irish culture like no other.

Every note, every step, and every beat is performed live - from jawdropping tap battles to reimagined favorites like Danny Boyand Tell Me Ma.  It's a night of craic, laughter, and sheer talent that's been delighting audiences across the USA and beyond.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $51 Member, $56 Non-Member | $46 Member, $51 Non-Member by May 22
Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class

Medieval Merriment with a Paintbrush

Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery
June 5, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Enjoy drawing, painting and decorating your own illuminated capital letters. Learn how to draw a capital letter based on historical examples and then decorate it using imitation metals and paint or pencil crayons. We will learn how the medievalists used traditional tools as well as the modern twists and shortcuts.

The workshop includes learning many techniques for shading paint, doing filigree and decorative elements and working with a wide variety of tools – all provided for you to use – you show up to enjoy the process. The designs are based on those produced by medieval scribes and make lovely cards and gifts. You will be taken through the processes step by step. At the end of the class, you should leave with two letters, matted and ready to gift and put in a frame and hang. Ideal for beginners as well as the more experienced artist.

Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes)

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $35 Member, $40 Non-Member | $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by May 22

How to Draw Celtic Knots

Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery
June 5, 2:30 - 5:00 PM

Those Celtic knots have long fascinated us and in this class you will learn how to draw, decorate and color knots with simple tools and no complicated setups. We will work out the knots on graph paper and then transfer them to good paper for painting or coloring in. Participants will learn to construct a simple Celtic knot, and play with double spirals.

This is a great class to supplement calligraphy, paintings, and scrapbook pages and are an ancient form of Zentangle. No drawing skills required – just a willingness to travel along ancient pathways of light and color!

Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes)

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $35 Member, $40 Non-Member | $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by May 22
Supply fee of $10 payable to instructor at class

Sip & Paint Glass Drinkware

Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery
June 5, 6:00 - 8:30 PM

Ever wanted your own personalized wine glass or a special glass gift item? Or a beer pilsner for a friend? This is the class for you. You will learn the tips, tricks and techniques of painting on glass. Some glasses and bottles and all the paints will be provided. Feel free to bring your own glasses or carafes or glass jugs that you want to decorate. You will have time to paint at least one or two glasses during this class. What you paint, you will take home to bake in your oven that evening to help make them top rack dishwasher safe. Instructions will be provided.

And for this evening event, bring your own adult beverage or sippable along with you – bring a friend too for a wonderful evening at free-format creating and creativity.

Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes)

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $47 Member, $52 Non-Member | $42 Member, $47 Non-Member by May 23
Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class

Calligraphy: Art Nouveau Letters and Designs

Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery
June 6, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Calligraphy is the age-old art of beautiful writing. This basic class will focus on the comprehensive study of the lettering style we most closely associate with the 1920’s, Frank Lloyd Wright and soft elegant curves and lines. Art Nouveau lettering is structured, easy to learn and elegant. It can be decorated and modernized very nicely too.

​Calligraphy classes offer you a chance to relax, have fun, and learn a time- honored skill; they also increase your hand-eye co-ordination, patience, and aesthetic awareness. This concentration will slow you down, and let creativity in. Lessons will comprise of a theory section, forms, practice, review, and a project The instructor will make up a bag with sheets of layout paper, good quality paper, a pen, and other supplies for each student.

Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes)

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $35 Member, $40 Non-Member | $30 Member, $35 Non-Member by May 23
Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class

Genteel Cursive Calligraphy

Instructor: Anne Kaese
Art of the Lakes Gallery
June 6, 2:00 - 4:30 PM

Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence
Join calligrapher Anne Kaese to learn to write in an elegant cursive reminiscent of these times of elegance and beauty. Slowing down, using an analog tool and breathing with our letters is a most satisfying way of working. We will also learn about the Declaration of Independence and the writing of it -- a most fascinating history. Each student will get a fountain pen to take home, parchment paper, practice papers, and an exemplar.

Bundle FIVE and SAVE! ($25 off all 5 Anne Kaese classes)

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/clay-studio.html

FEE:$65/$70 Member/Non-Member
$60/$65 Member/Non-Member Early Bird (By May 25)
Plus $20 materials fee payable to the instructor during class)

Handbuilding Clay Vases & Bowls Using Leaf Accents

with Terry Shaw
​Glendalough State Park Dining Hall
June 8, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Join Terry Shaw at Glendalough as she teaches you to handbuild functional ceramic pieces. Students will make either a cylinder form or the more difficult trapezoidal form. You will learn the technique of form building with slabs and how to join the slabs together to make a vase. Then Terry will present a lesson with a "leaf" bowl as an option.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $37 Member, $42 Non-Member | $32 Member, $37 Non-Member by June 2
Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class

Pencil Portraits

Instructor: Faythe Mills
Art of the Lakes Gallery
June 16, 1-4 PM

Join artist Faythe Mills as she teaches you how to draw a personalized pencil portrait. Students will submit a photo to Faythe prior to class for her to crop and save. Then using a small projector, you will sketch out your photograph onto 11"x14" Bristol paper. Faythe will show students how to use a blender & soft leaded pencils. 

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $80 Member, $85 Non-Member | $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by June 9

Painting Flowers Bold & Loose in Watercolor

Instructor: Grace Haverty
Battle Lake Senior Center
June 23, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

During this workshop, students will learn to paint exciting and expressive watercolors! Students will be painting flowers from fresh arrangements that Grace will bring in; students are encouraged to bring some as well. This workshop is sure to be fun and lively for anyone who wants to get bold and beautiful in their watercolor painting.

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EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $60 Member, $65 Non-Member | $55 Member, $60 Non-Member by June 10

Let's Make Sushi!

Instructor: Chef Mike Nauman
Shoreline Restaurant & Bar (back room)
June 24, 4:30 - 6:00 PM

Have you ever wondered about how to make sushi? What are the different varieties of sushi? It's not just raw fish! Join Chef Mike at the Shoreline Restaurant & Bar and learn all about it. You will make a roll or two and take home your favorite.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $10 Member, $15 Non-Member | $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by June 10
Supply fee of $35 payable to instructor at class, with option to purchase a frame

Birch Trees on Tile Using Alcohol Ink

Instructor: Sue Kalseim
Art of the Lakes Gallery
June 25, 6-8 PM

Come join Sue Kalseim and make this beautiful birch tree tile - no prior skills with alcohol ink required. See how fun it is to work with alcohol ink!

FEE: Advance Tickets— Adults $26 | Students (age 5-18) $12 | under 5 free
Day of/ Gate — Adults $30 | Students $15

Classic Ladies of Country

Sunday, July 12,  6pm

Joyann Parker's (you saw her in The Music of Patsy Cline!) "Classic Ladies of Country" is a captivating musical journey that pays homage to the timeless and iconic female voices that have shaped the country music genre. With her powerful and versatile vocals, Parker masterfully channels the spirit and emotion of legendary artists such as Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, and Dolly Parton, among others.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $45 Member, $50 Non-Member| $40 Member, $45 Non-Member by July 1
$20 materials fee for landscape kits payable to instructor at class

Needle Felting Landscapes

Instructor: MaryJo Wentz
Art of the Lakes Gallery
July 15, 1-4 PM

This beginner-friendly class teaches you how to create simple wool landscapes step by step. Whether you’re new to needle felting art or looking for a relaxing craft, artist MaryJo Wentz will guide you through the entire process to produce two 5"x7" landscapes. 

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $50 Member, $55 Non-Member | $45 Member, $50 Non-Member by July 2

Breakfast Charcuterie

Instructor: Chef Mike Nauman
Shoreline Restaurant & Bar (back room)
July 16, 4:30-6:00 PM

A twist on charcuterie, let's try "breakfast" charcuterie! Chef Mike at the Shoreline Restaurant & Bar will explore a new take on the charcuterie trend. Join us at the Shoreline and enjoy the tastes & ideas of breakfast on a charcuterie board. You will take home an arrangement of breakfast items for the next morning! Bring a charcuterie board or tray to this class at the Shoreline.

FEE: Advance Tickets— Adults $26 | Students (age 5-18) $12 | under 5 free
Day of/ Gate — Adults $30 | Students $15

The Hype | The Best of 80’s Rock

Sunday, July 19,  6pm

Take a musical and visual road trip back to the 80's, when bands rocked your world and kicked some butt on stage, too! Performing the biggest hits from MOTLEY CRUE, DEF LEPPARD, POISON, BON JOVI, and AEROSMITH, The HYPE! Present five epic concerts packed into an electrifying, high energy, 80's Glamtastic, Bombastic Rock Show!

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $10 Member, $15 Non-Member | $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by July 6
Supply fee of $25 payable to instructor at class

Wire Jewelry

Instructor: Sue Kalseim
Art of the Lakes Gallery
July 20, 6-8 PM

Want to learn how to make your own jewelry? Come join Sue Kalseim and learn how to bend wire to make a beautiful pendant.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $55 Member, $60 Non-Member | $50 Member, $55 Non-Member by July 10
$20 materials fee payable to instructor at class
​MN State Park pass required for entry

Creative Eco-Printing

Instructor: Kristi Kuder
Glendalough State Park Dining Hall
July 24, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Join Kristi Kuder for a relaxed and inspiring day of eco-printing surrounded by the beauty of Glendalough State Park. Eco-printing is a magical process that uses the natural tannins and dyes held within plants to create some spectacular marks and prints on papers and fabric. This workshop is designed to develop all the skills and techniques you need to produce stunning and unique eco-prints. It's suitable for beginners, as well as those with some experience, who are interested in achieving pleasing organic prints that could be used in many varied projects.

Enough fabric and paper will be provided for each participant to print a silk scarf and create a gorgeous handmade book. Registrants will receive a list of supplies and materials to bring including suggested botanicals for sharing. As part of the workshop we will also consider what equipment you need to start eco-printing at home, simple mordanting techniques, where to source fabrics, supplies and equipment. Kristi will also give you a wealth of ideas to make with your beautiful unique prints. This class is an excellent complement to the Slow Stitching class led by Kim Graff.

Coffee, tea, and biscuits provided. Please bring a packed lunch.

FEE: Advance Tickets— Adults $26 | Students (age 5-18) $12 | under 5 free
Day of/ Gate — Adults $30 | Students $15

Heart by Heart

Sunday, July 26, 6pm

Steve Fossen and Michael Derosier, bassist and drummer for the band Heart during the 1970s and early 1980s, are now touring as Heart By Heart. “Our mission is to perform the classic Heart music as faithfully as we can”, Fossen says. Fossen and Derosier are the powerful driving engine behind Heart’s iconic hits like “Barracuda”, “Straight On”, “Crazy On You”, “Magic Man”, “Even It Up”, “Kick It Out”, and more. The two were inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame along with the rest of the original Heart lineup in 2013. Featuring vocalist Somar Macek, Heart By Heart presents a powerful, dynamic show that includes all the favorite Heart hits as well as deep album cuts that fans will love.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $30 Member, $35 Non-Member | $25 Member, $30 Non-Member by July 14
​MN State Park pass required for entry

Slow Stitch Fiber Journals

Instructor: Kim Graff
Glendalough State Park Dining Hall
July 28, 1:00 - 4:00 PM

Come play with me as we explore creating small hand stitched fiber books using simple meditative stitches. They can be filled with found treasures or mementos. The books can be used as stitch samplers or turned into a needle book.

Students should bring scissors, needle, pins, looser weave fabrics such as linen or used clothing, embroidery threads or perle cotton.
Pen and paper or journal for notes or ideas
Sticks, stones, feathers or anything they may want to attach
Kim will bring some stuff to share as well.

FEE: Advance Tickets— Adults $26 | Students (age 5-18) $12 | under 5 free
Day of/ Gate — Adults $30 | Students $15

Wild Angels | Women of Pop, Rock & Country with Pamela McNeill

Sunday, August 2  6pm

“Wild Angels – The Women of Rock, Pop & Country” features 3 of Minnesota’s most beloved singers – Pamela McNeill, Minnesota Music Hall of Fame recipient Mary Jane Alm and Aimée Lee performing hits by some of the greatest Female Divas the music world has ever known. Hear songs by Adele, Madonna, Janis Joplin, Heart, The Dixie Chicks, Carrie Underwood, Dolly Parton, Cher, Linda Ronstadt, Stevie Nicks, TLC, Pat Benatar, Pink, Tina Turner, Miranda Lambert and many, many others. A phenomenal 7 piece A-list band, “The Handsome Devils” bring these powerful songs to life and will have you on your feet cheering! See promo video below!

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $80 Member, $85 Non-Member | $75 Member, $80 Non-Member by July 21

Creating Personalized Note Cards

Instructor: Grace Haverty
Battle Lake Senior Center
August 4, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Join Grace Haverty, acclaimed watercolor artist, to make a variety of personalized notecards/greeting cards. Cards will be available for purchase or bring watercolor-quality cards of your choice. See the supply list attached.

Supply List

FEE: Advance Tickets— Adults $26 | Students (age 5-18) $12 | under 5 free
Day of/ Gate — Adults $30 | Students $15

I Am, He Said | The Music of Neil Diamond

Sunday, August 16, 6pm

Back by popular demand, Matt Vee & the Killer Vees celebrate the music of Neil Diamond. With songs like "Cracklin' Rosie," "Song Sung Blue," and "Sweet Caroline,” Neil Diamond sold over 100 million records worldwide with music that became the soundtrack to one generation after another with hits spanning five decades. As a Tin Pan Alley songwriter in the mid-60s, he penned songs recorded by everyone from Elvis Presley to Deep Purple and, of course, the Monkee’s classic, “I’m A Believer.”

FEE: Advance Tickets— Adults $26 | Students (age 5-18) $12 | under 5 free
Day of/ Gate — Adults $30 | Students $15

Forever Simon and Garfunkel - a tribute

Sunday, August 23, 6pm

FOREVER SIMON & GARFUNKEL celebrates the bestselling duo in rock’n’roll history, featuring the epic hits “The Sound Of Silence”, “Bridge Over Troubled Water”, “Mrs. Robinson”, “I Am A Rock”, “The Boxer”, “Homeward Bound”, “Cecilia”, “Hazy Shade Of Winter”, “Feeling Groovy”, “Me & Julio”, “Kodachrome”, and many more! With humor, soaring energy, storytelling, and laser precise harmonies, award-winning entertainers Sean Altman (Rockapella founder, Carmen Sandiego theme songwriter) & Jack Skuller (Songwriters Hall Of Fame’s Buddy Holly Prize) lead the audience on a concert journey from the group’s early success as a folk act to their global dominance as hit-makers.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $15 Member, $20 Non-Member |$10 Member, $15 Non-Member by August 13
Supply fee of $15 payable to instructor at class

3D Pumpkin Needle Felting

Instructor: Jill Beithon
Art of the Lakes Gallery
August 27, 1-4 PM

Join Jill as she takes you through the process of creating 3D pumpkins to use in your fall decor. Participants will create up to 3 small felted pumpkins. Beginners and participants of all skill levels are welcome!

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $10 Member, $15 Non-Member | $5 Member, $10 Non-Member by September 21
Supply fee of $35 payable to instructor at class

Winter Scene on Light-Up Ornament Using Alcohol Ink

Instructor: Sue Kalseim
Art of the Lakes Gallery
October 5, 6-8 PM

Impress your friends by making this light-up alcohol ink ornament. Join Sue Kalseim and make this beautiful ornament that you'll be proud to hang on your tree or give as a gift.

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $45 Member, $50 Non-Member | $40 Member, $45 Non-Member by Sept. 22
$5 materials fee payable to instructor at class

Let's Make Lefse!

with Sandra Thimgan
October 6, 4:30 - 7:30 PM
First Lutheran Church kitchen, Battle Lake

Using the recipe from Battle Lake’s champion lefse maker, Ruth Ukkelberg, Sandy Thimgan will teach you to make lefse with ease. Using potato flakes (they are REAL potatoes, by the way) that lend consistency to the recipe. No worries about how much moisture is in this year’s potato crop, whether more or less flour will be needed, no more boiling pans of water, mashing, ricing… just mix it together and it is perfect every time. Let’s make lefse!

(This class will be repeated in November if the October date does not work for you.)

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $45 Member, $50 Non-Member | $40 Member, $45 Non-Member by Sept. 22
$5 materials fee payable to instructor at class

Let's Make Lefse!

with Sandra Thimgan
November 18, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
First Lutheran Church kitchen, Battle Lake

Using the recipe from Battle Lake’s champion lefse maker, Ruth Ukkelberg, Sandy Thimgan will teach you to make lefse with ease. Using potato flakes (they are REAL potatoes, by the way) that lend consistency to the recipe. No worries about how much moisture is in this year’s potato crop, whether more or less flour will be needed, no more boiling pans of water, mashing, ricing… just mix it together and it is perfect every time. Let’s make lefse!

(This class is available in October if the November date does not work for you.)

EVENT LINK: https://www.artofthelakes.org/classes.html

FEE: $50 Member, $55 Non-Member | $45 Member, $50 Non-Member by Nov. 21

Hannukah Latkes & Traditions

with Kim Konikow
December 5, 12-3 PM
First Lutheran Church kitchen, Battle Lake

Make and eat! Share Jewish traditions from Hannukah, the Festival of Lights, including stories, songs and making latkes (potato pancakes), then join in a community meal.