Class cost is free. Size of 10 participants per session.

AM class: 9:30-Noon

PM Class: 1:30-4pm

The Goat Milk Lotion Bar is packed full of goat milk nutrients, using only all-natural ingredients. It will leave your skin silky smooth. The Lip Balm is made with fresh natural ingredients. Easy to apply and goes on smooth.

The instructor will provide the oils, goat milk and containers to take your product home with you. Also included will be a recipe so you can make your own at home. If you have a stick blender you should bring it with you; we will have some to use for those who may not have a stick blender.

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 & Cultural Heritage Fund.

COMMUNITY ARTISTIC ADVENTURES” with Northern Artist Association at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN! Register online at www.ci.bemidji.mn.us (Parks & Recreation will have a link to register for these classes)

FREE CLASSES, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - Class size is limited so sign up now! Classes are for age 18 and older.

“Watercolor Pencils” watercolors with Les Sanders

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

COMMUNITY ARTISTIC ADVENTURES” with Northern Artist Association at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN! Register online at www.ci.bemidji.mn.us (Parks & Recreation will have a link to register for these classes)

FREE CLASSES, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - Class size is limited so sign up now! Classes are for age 18 and older.

“Painting Landscapes with Complementary Colors” acrylics with Gillian Bedford    

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

SAVE THE DATE!

Headwaters Presents: Heart to Heart, An Annual Instructor Showcase

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Enjoy a little sparkle and sophistication as our talented music and art instructors take center stage! The evening will feature an incredible mix of rock, blues, jazz, and classic tunes, alongside stunning artwork from our teaching artists. Cocktail attire encouraged.

Doors open at 5 PM and the music kicks off at 6 PM · Saturday, February 22 · 4th Street Lodge (formerly the Elks Club) · 116 4th St. NW · Bemidji, MN 56601

5 pm Social hour, 6 pm Music Show

Cash bar, appetizers, live and silent auctions, artwork available for purchase

https://headwatersmusicandarts.org/.../headwaters...

Take your rosemaling to the next level!

We have a few seats left in the Intermediate Telemark Rosemaling class with Michelle Carlson on Sunday, February 23, 10:30am-3:30pm.

Building on the foundational techniques learned in beginner courses, this class will dive deeper into the intricacies of the Telemark style, known for its bold, flowing lines, soft curves, and vibrant floral motifs. If you’re ready to refine your skills and add more complexity, this is the perfect next step.

Register Here: https://course.veevart-apps.com/.../intermediate-telemark...

Vision Board Workshop, Manifest it in 2025!

Sun Feb 23rd, 1-4pm $50 Early bird price!

Learn this playful and powerful process for reaching your goals utilizing the Law of Attraction. In this workshop you will be expertly guided to:

-Reflect and visualize to uncover your true desires

-Craft a colorful, inspirational roadmap to your dreams and goals

-Learn the secrets to making your Vision Board truly work for you

-Connect with others in a serene, spacious, and relaxing space

-Leave feeling hopeful and inspired about the coming year!

For more information and to register, please visit: www.leahcorcorancoaching.com

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine with this beginner-friendly course! Students will gain essential skills, including: how to thread the needle, how to change a broken needle, how to fill the bobbin, how to start and stop sewing, and many other foundational techniques.

With your new skills you’ll complete a simple and fun project: making your very own pillowcase! This hands-on project will teach you how to sew using straight lines and apply your basic sewing knowledge. Perfect for those new to sewing or looking to build confidence with their machine.

Cost: $30 registration fee and $10 supply fee due at the time of class to the instructor.

To register: visit www.bemidjicommunityed.arux.app or call 218 333 3284

Figure Drawing - Tuesdays for 6 weeks: January 21-February 25, 6-9 PM (18+)

Connect with other local artists in these informal drawing sessions featuring a live model, led by a skilled professional artist. This welcoming environment is designed for artists of all experience levels to improve their skills, experiment with new techniques, or simply enjoy drawing in a supportive setting.

We have a few spots open for these upcoming classes. Register today—space is limited. https://plainsart.org/create/

Our Indigenous Youth Council and Opichi Drum group invite you to our Opichi Drum Social on Wednesday, February 26th starting at 5:30 pm. We will feast, sing, dance, and have a giveaway. All are welcome to join us. Please reach out to the AIE Coordinator, Desiree Linden with questions.

There is a class fee of $50. Class size is limited to 10 participants. To register please visit www.bagleyarts.org

Join us in an Alcohol Inks class with local artist, Dave Christensen of Bagley, MN. Participants who come to this class will learn about alcohol inks and how they can be manipulated using air, straws, brushes, moving the paper in any direction, or by using old credit cards.

Dave will quickly put everyone at ease while allowing students to come up to get their supplies to create their masterpieces. The class will be focused on creating abstract paintings. Some items/techniques that are used in this art project are: a type of paper called Yupo, isopropyl alcohol, and a bleeding solution. This is challenging to most students until they stop trying to control what is happening. It is very much a “let go and see what happens” type of art experience. Some comments from previous participants who have taken a similar class range from “loved this class! wonderful, something everyone can enjoy” to “I have found my jam!!” The instructor will bring all tools and materials needed.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation thanks to the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Gelli Wiggle Paintings - 2 sessions: Thursday, January 30, & Thursday, February 27, 6-7 PM (Ages 4-8)

Get out those wiggles and paint/print them! Using a squishy gelli plate, students will paint and print from this material onto paper.

We have a few spots open for these upcoming classes. Register today—space is limited. https://plainsart.org/create/

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, Feb 6- March 27th with a final performance on Friday, March 28th.

Headwaters Music and Arts is thrilled to introduce our brand-new Adult Rock Band program, designed for anyone 18 and older with a passion for music—whether you’re just starting out or already have a few performances under your belt.

* Developing your skills: Explore new musical techniques and genres while learning to play in a group.

* Collaboration and creativity: Work with your bandmates to choose songs, create unique arrangements, and even write original music.

* Hands-on learning: Gain practical experience with setting up and breaking down band equipment and preparing for live performances.

* Expanding your horizons: Bring your own instrument and equipment and even learn to play different instruments. Limited instruments are available for participants who don’t have their own.

Headwaters Rock Band is not just for kids! Give us a call at 444-5606 for more information.

Red willow dream catcher workshop!

Please call (218) 375-4132 or email Taylor@niijiiradio.com to sign up! Limited spots available- as a reminder each individual must sign up for themselves & spots are filled in the order contact is received!

The Anishinaabe Arts Initiative (AAI) Fellowship is made possible by the generous support of the McKnight Foundation to provide unfettered funding to one individual Indigenous artist or culture bearer to fuel his/her art in Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Mahnomen, Lake of the Woods, Becker, Roseau, Cass, and Itasca counties in Minnesota. Applications will be scored on the artistic quality of the work, the artistic merit of the artist, and on the proposal.

The goal of the annual Region 2 Arts Council AAI Fellowship Program is to assist the region’s most talented artists who are enrolled tribal members and descendants, in furthering and innovating their work by awarding substantial financial support to fund creative time and/or arts experiences that facilitate depth and advancement in their art form. Through such support, the R2AC aims to raise the profile of artistic work in the region and create a strong community of Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Fellows. Each fellow’s artwork will be featured on our website.

Typically one $5,000 award will be granted.

The funds can be used for, but not limited to:

• Exploring new directions or continuing work in progress

• Production costs, materials, or equipment

• Marketing your work

• Travel, research or study to further your art

• Collaborative or community projects

Eligibility
Download a copy of the application form below and read through the eligibility requirements carefully. If you can answer true to each requirement, then you should be eligible to apply. If you answer false to one of the eligibility requirements, or have questions of your own, contact us to discuss eligibility. There may be another grant or more suited to your needs.

Watch a video about how to create an account
or jump in and create an account and apply online

Last Year’s Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Fellowship Application (Sample only – cannot be submitted – only online submissions are accepted)

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

March 1, 9:30-12:30: "Foggy Morning"

Each participant will complete an 8X10 paint of a tree silhouetted against a misty shoreline. Each kit will include a set of brushes, canvas, and enough paint and other supplies to complete the project.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Saturday, March 1, adults ages 16 and up are invited to learn the art of metalpoint with Watermark Art Center exhibiting artist Aaron Squadroni. Participants will work with various metals to create subtle and enigmatic drawings. Included will be a brief look at the history of metalpoint drawing.

A metalpont drawing is created by pulling a metal rod or wire, utilized as a drawing tool, across a surface that is often prepared with gesso or primer.

Once used by scribes and craftsmen in ancient times and artists during the Renaissance, metalpoint is gaining renewed appreciation in the contemporary art world.

Register and pay for this class online at WatermarkArtCenter.org.

$30 includes materials. Class runs from 3:30 to 5pm at Watermark Art Center. For more information regarding exhibits, classes, or events contact 218-444-7570. Watermark is accessible, free and open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday (winter hours).

Discover the vibrant world of mosaics! In this beginner-friendly class, featured gallery artist Sherri Kruger-Kukowski will guide you through introductory techniques of this ancient art form—with a modern twist. The result will be a 4x6" abstract seasonal scene, unique to each maker.

All supplies will be provided with the cost of the course—including substrates, tesserae, and thinset—with the option to purchase a frame for your work the day of the class.

SIGN UP: warroadriverplace.org/events

Questions? Email arts@warroadriverplace.org or call (218) 986-0001.

**View Sherri's work in the Warroad RiverPlace gallery now through March 8. It's free to visit, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM.**

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

March 1, 1:30-4:30: "Sleepy Fox"

Sculpt a sleeping fox using several needle felting techniques. Ages 12 - 18. All materials and tools are supplied.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Heartland Concert Association, founded in 1981, provides quality entertainment to our area at a reasonable price. The concert series features many varied artistic performances.

For more information, please visit www.heartlandconcertassociation.org

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.

You got the grant! Now what?

Join R2Arts Grants Manager as we discuss the next steps after being awarded a grant. We will discuss tips you may want to know, topics to remember through the process, and more.

When?

March 3rd at 6pm - 7pm

Register :

Email: staff@r2arts.org

Call: 218-751-5447

Join Us for Arts Advocacy Day!

Date: TUESDAY, MARCH 4th, 2025

Rally in the Capitol Rotunda: 10:00 AM

Legislative Meetings: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Please share this information with everyone in your circles and encourage them to share it out as well. When encouraging them to sign-up use the following link: https://artsmn.org/act/advocacy-opportunities/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIHfpVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHZd0mOXkWtSTw1Qibp8SazPbWz3F5fZ64ni9ff1DPbMLjQzFNKaP9z58hQ_aem_gDUwmm3NybX-2H5QU7Z26w

This spring, create your own mosaic art! Craft a bird, heart, or feather using vibrant tiles Perfect for all skill levels, you’ll leave with a stunning, handcrafted piece to display or gift. All materials supplied.

Date: Wednesday, March 5, 1:00-5:00pm

Register here: https://course.veevart-apps.com/.../catalog/spring-mosaics

Register today for our next Early Release Creative Fun Day at Headwaters Music & Arts!

Date: March 5, 2025

Grades K-5

$40.00 per child, Financial assistance available

Time: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Looking for an engaging and fun way to spend early release days? Join us for an afternoon filled with creativity and connection!

Icebreaker Games: Make new friends and laugh together.

Board Games: Classic and exciting games for all skill levels.

Movie & Popcorn: Relax with a family-friendly film and tasty snacks.

Art Activities: Unleash creativity with hands-on projects.

Group Music: Sing, play, and explore the joy of making music together.

https://headwatersmusicandarts.org/.../early-release...

As an artist or creative worker, filing your taxes can be a daunting task. But we’re here to help!

Join us for a free virtual workshop covering the essentials — including deductions, record-keeping, setting up your books, and tax planning — for filing your tax return: https://springboardforthearts.org/events/tax-basics-for-artists-2/

Heartland Concert Association, founded in 1981, provides quality entertainment to our area at a reasonable price. The concert series features many varied artistic performances.

For more information, please visit www.heartlandconcertassociation.org

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.

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, Feb 6- March 27th with a final performance on Friday, March 28th.

Headwaters Music and Arts is thrilled to introduce our brand-new Adult Rock Band program, designed for anyone 18 and older with a passion for music—whether you’re just starting out or already have a few performances under your belt.

* Developing your skills: Explore new musical techniques and genres while learning to play in a group.

* Collaboration and creativity: Work with your bandmates to choose songs, create unique arrangements, and even write original music.

* Hands-on learning: Gain practical experience with setting up and breaking down band equipment and preparing for live performances.

* Expanding your horizons: Bring your own instrument and equipment and even learn to play different instruments. Limited instruments are available for participants who don’t have their own.

Headwaters Rock Band is not just for kids! Give us a call at 444-5606 for more information.

Join us at the Warroad RiverPlace for a beginner printing class using the Relief Method!

Learn the oldest form of printmaking in this relief printing class offered by Folk School Warroad.

Saturday, March 8th @ 10-3pm.

Join artist Charles Alberti for a follow-up painting class for his exhibition Books and Windows.

There is a class fee of $100 in advance or $125 on the day of the class. All materials will be provided.

Loon Country Arts can be reached at (218)444-9813 to register for this painting class.

For more information or to sign up for this event, please visit: www.parkrapidsarmory.org

Thanks to a Region 2 Season/Series Arts Support Grant!  These Activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through a grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Heart to Art: Annual Instructor Showcase Fundraiser

Saturday, March 8, 2025 5 pm Social hour, 6 pm Show

The Loft Event Center · 116 4th St. NW · Bemidji, MN 56601

Cash bar, appetizers, live and silent auctions, artwork available for purchase

This year, we’re aiming to raise $8,000 for our Headwaters Scholarship Program to ensure children and teens can access life-changing music and opportunities regardless of financial barriers. We invite you to help us reach this goal by attending this signature fundraising event. And because we want the Heart -to- Art: Instructor Showcase to be accessible to attend, please choose your ticket price from $10-$50.

https://headwatersmusicandarts.org/.../headwaters...

March 10th, 5:30-8pm

Be sure to register by email at patrick@r2arts.org or by phone at 218-751-5447

Come and go as you please. Discussions take place the second Monday of the month.

March 13th (Thursday) at Noon in the Oshkiimaajitahdah Wellness Center, Redby, MN.

All are invited to this Creative Crafters & Artist luncheon! Over a meal, we will discuss the importance of creativity and the arts to individuals and to the community. We hope to encourage and support creators to share their art and try to apply for grants, as well as encouraging individuals to share their work.

The Agenda consists of:

-Noon - Prayer

-Introduction to Region 2 services while people are making their plates (meal provided)

-12:30 - community discussion led by a panel of Indigenous Artists

-Presentation of McKnight Fellowships, R2Arts Grants, and other opportunities.

-We invite you to bring work you would like photographed to start or expand your portfolio. Service provided by TJ Turner and R2Arts.

We will be discussing grants and fellowships of up to $25,000

There will be a drawing for a gift valued at $500.00

Questions? Want to RSVP?

Email: patrick@r2arts.org

Call: 218 751 5447

Hosted by 4-Directions Development.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a legislative appropriation from the Clean Water Land & Legacy Amendment.

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, Feb 6- March 27th with a final performance on Friday, March 28th.

Headwaters Music and Arts is thrilled to introduce our brand-new Adult Rock Band program, designed for anyone 18 and older with a passion for music—whether you’re just starting out or already have a few performances under your belt.

* Developing your skills: Explore new musical techniques and genres while learning to play in a group.

* Collaboration and creativity: Work with your bandmates to choose songs, create unique arrangements, and even write original music.

* Hands-on learning: Gain practical experience with setting up and breaking down band equipment and preparing for live performances.

* Expanding your horizons: Bring your own instrument and equipment and even learn to play different instruments. Limited instruments are available for participants who don’t have their own.

Headwaters Rock Band is not just for kids! Give us a call at 444-5606 for more information.

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

March 15, 9:30-12:30: "Wirewrapping 101"

The instructor will teach you the basic techniques of wirewrapping using Jasper stone and silver wire to create a project that can be used as a pendant or a zipper pull. We will also make a small silver charm to enhance the project. Ages 10-18.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Get your iPads & stylus pens ready and download procreate to learn some new techniques! This class is open to everyone!

Welcoming all to learn the basics of Procreate and how to use it to benefit your craft!

Items required:

-An iPad or your iPhone

-A stylus pen

-Procreate downloaded

Where?

Meeting ID: 743 198 0971

Password: 444

With Artist, Linnea Kingbird-Martini

You can access this zoom from your phone or your laptop. Go to www.zoom.com and type in the meeting ID and Password. If you have any questions please call 507.697.8353

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

March 15, 1:30-4:30: "Stenciling For Kids"

Each student will paint and stencil an 8 x 10 canvas. Acrylic paints will be used. Assorted stencil designs will be available. The instructor will do a demonstration and step by step instruction in the class. Ages 10-18.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Portrait of a Young Gay Man – A One-Man Play by Patrick Scully! A show that celebrates resilience, questions what has changed (and what hasn’t), and reminds us why these stories still matter today.

Join us on March 15, 2025 at RailRiverFolkSchool in Bemidji for an unforgettable show with Patrick Scully! Doors open at 6pm, and tickets are $15 each!

Save time and buy your tickets online via Eventeny, or pay cash at the door!

https://www.eventeny.com/events/patrickscully-18301/

This play is a one-man journey through queer history, self-discovery, and the fight for LGBTQIA+ visibility. With humor, honesty, and dance, Scully brings to life his coming-of-age story against the backdrop of queer progress and resistance.

Thank you to our supporters for helping make this event possible! Through your fiscal and/or community support, we are able to continue sharing LGBTQIA+ history, outreach, and events!

Blandin Foundation, Northwest Minnesota Foundation, Minnesota State Arts Board & Clean Water Land and Legacy Amendment, Bemidji Pride

Join us Tuesday March 18th at 6pm as we host the launch of Dennis Staples newest book Passing Through a Prairie Country, in discussion with author Justin Holley.

A darkly humorous thriller about the ghosts that haunt the temples of excess we call casinos, and the people caught in their high-stakes, low-odds web.

Dennis is an Ojibwe writer and member of the Red Lake Nation. His previous works includes This Town Sleeps. These books can be purchased in store or on our website.

www.fourpinesbookstore.com

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, Feb 6- March 27th with a final performance on Friday, March 28th.

Headwaters Music and Arts is thrilled to introduce our brand-new Adult Rock Band program, designed for anyone 18 and older with a passion for music—whether you’re just starting out or already have a few performances under your belt.

* Developing your skills: Explore new musical techniques and genres while learning to play in a group.

* Collaboration and creativity: Work with your bandmates to choose songs, create unique arrangements, and even write original music.

* Hands-on learning: Gain practical experience with setting up and breaking down band equipment and preparing for live performances.

* Expanding your horizons: Bring your own instrument and equipment and even learn to play different instruments. Limited instruments are available for participants who don’t have their own.

Headwaters Rock Band is not just for kids! Give us a call at 444-5606 for more information.

Join us for the next Open Mic Night at the Armory Arts & Events Center from 7-9pm on January 16th!

Call 2373722 to sign up to perform.

Think Spring! Take our Porch Pottery class, starting March 22!

Porch Pottery. Class fee of: $100.00. With instructor Tom Daly

Class dates:

March 22nd & 29th, 10am-12pm (Building Pots)

April 12th, 10:00-12pm (Glazing pots) May 27th, 10:00-11:30am (Pick up pots and potluck)

Unleash your creativity in our relaxing Porch Pottery Workshop! With 25 lbs of high-quality clay at your fingertips, Tom Daly will guide you through step-by-step techniques to craft unique, functional garden pots perfect for your outdoor space. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this hands-on session promises fun, inspiration, and a chance to connect with fellow creators.

On the last day when you come to pick up your finished pieces, you’ll get to choose vegetable and/or flower seedlings to bring home and plant.

Register today!

https://www.headwatersmusicandarts.org/.../porch-pottery...

Cost: $20 registration fee and $20 supply fee due at time of class to instructor.

In this hands-on class, each student will paint and stencil a unique design on a 24” long live edge wood board.

You’ll have the opportunity to choose and select from a variety of pre-cut stencils to create a one of a kind piece of art. No prior experience is necessary- just come ready to have fun and be creative with acrylic painting and stenciling techniques.

Tuesday March 25th, 6pm-8pm

For more information or to register for this event, please visit here. Or call (218)333-3284

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, Feb 6- March 27th with a final performance on Friday, March 28th.

Headwaters Music and Arts is thrilled to introduce our brand-new Adult Rock Band program, designed for anyone 18 and older with a passion for music—whether you’re just starting out or already have a few performances under your belt.

* Developing your skills: Explore new musical techniques and genres while learning to play in a group.

* Collaboration and creativity: Work with your bandmates to choose songs, create unique arrangements, and even write original music.

* Hands-on learning: Gain practical experience with setting up and breaking down band equipment and preparing for live performances.

* Expanding your horizons: Bring your own instrument and equipment and even learn to play different instruments. Limited instruments are available for participants who don’t have their own.

Headwaters Rock Band is not just for kids! Give us a call at 444-5606 for more information.

Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm, Feb 6- March 27th with a final performance on Friday, March 28th.

Headwaters Music and Arts is thrilled to introduce our brand-new Adult Rock Band program, designed for anyone 18 and older with a passion for music—whether you’re just starting out or already have a few performances under your belt.

* Developing your skills: Explore new musical techniques and genres while learning to play in a group.

* Collaboration and creativity: Work with your bandmates to choose songs, create unique arrangements, and even write original music.

* Hands-on learning: Gain practical experience with setting up and breaking down band equipment and preparing for live performances.

* Expanding your horizons: Bring your own instrument and equipment and even learn to play different instruments. Limited instruments are available for participants who don’t have their own.

Headwaters Rock Band is not just for kids! Give us a call at 444-5606 for more information.

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

March 29, 9:30-12:30: "Fun with Watercolor Pencils"

Les will teach you some of the different ways to use your new pencils for different effects. You will pick your project pattern and complete an 8” X 10” watercolor painting using watercolor pencils. All supplies are provided in the kit! Ages 10-18.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

There is a class fee of $35. Class size is limited to 16 participants. All materials are provided by the instructor. Register for this class at www.bagleyarts.org

Are you looking for fun and creative ways to dye your easter eggs this year? Why not use alcohol inks?

Alcohol ink easter eggs! Dress up your holiday easter table with these beautiful eggs- no experience needed, just bring one dozen blown-out white eggs and Carole will supply everything else and let’s have some fun!

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Think Spring! Take our Porch Pottery class, starting March 22!

Porch Pottery. Class fee of: $100.00. With instructor Tom Daly

Class dates:

March 22nd & 29th, 10am-12pm (Building Pots)

April 12th, 10:00-12pm (Glazing pots) May 27th, 10:00-11:30am (Pick up pots and potluck)

Unleash your creativity in our relaxing Porch Pottery Workshop! With 25 lbs of high-quality clay at your fingertips, Tom Daly will guide you through step-by-step techniques to craft unique, functional garden pots perfect for your outdoor space. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this hands-on session promises fun, inspiration, and a chance to connect with fellow creators.

On the last day when you come to pick up your finished pieces, you’ll get to choose vegetable and/or flower seedlings to bring home and plant.

Register today!

https://www.headwatersmusicandarts.org/.../porch-pottery...

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

March 29, 1:30-4:30: "Circular Basket"

Base starts at 4 1/2 inches square and ends as a circular basket 5 inches tall. You will learn to do a filled base and a matchstick run to give a nice finish to the basket. Limit of 8 students, ages 10-18.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Learn the art of Line and Wash Watercolor.

This technique blends ink lines with watercolor washes. Basic Watercolor techniques will also be taught in this class. Students will be able to paint an 8”x10” floral design.

Laporte Community ed. Tuesday April 1st at 5pm. $25 material fee.

To register: 2182242288 Ext 1041

Bagley Community Education presents, Porch Sign Class

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 @ 5:30 pm

Location: Bagley American Legion, Bagley, MN

Fee: $40

Minimum 10 people

Bring a friend and make a new 4 foot porch sign for your yard or garden this spring! No experience needed. Acrylic painting/stenciling on wood with pre-cut stencils. Many designs to choose from.

To Register: 218-694-3232

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

April 5, 9:30-12:30: "Copper for the Younger"

Ages 10-18 learn to play with copper. Make a project to take home. All supplies and tools provided, take a kit home.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

There is a class fee of $35. Class size is limited to 16 participants. All materials are provided by the instructor. Register for this class at www.bagleyarts.org

Are you looking for fun and creative ways to dye your easter eggs this year? Why not use alcohol inks?

Alcohol ink easter eggs! Dress up your holiday easter table with these beautiful eggs- no experience needed, just bring one dozen blown-out white eggs and Carole will supply everything else and let’s have some fun!

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

April 5, 1:30-4:30: "Folded Card Making"

Students will be making a 4 1/4” X 5 1/2” folded card with envelope. Students will learn to use inks for coloring, add cutouts, layer elements, embossing, add bling, and using stamp. Students will also receive a packet to take home to make an additional card. Ages 12-18.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Line and Wash Spring Floral Watercolor workshop!

Learn the art of Line and Wash Watercolor. This technique blends ink with watercolor washes. Basic watercolor techniques will be taught in this class. Students will paint an 8”x10” floral design.

Community Ed fee: $20

Material Fee: $25 due at time of class to the instructor.

To register please visit: https://bemidjicommunityed.arux.app

for more information: 218 333 3284

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

April 12, 9:30-12:30: "Baskets"

Begins with weaving a 4 by 8 inch rectangular base. Basket is approximately 3 1/2 inches tall with color accent piece woven in the side. This basket has a typical basket rim lashed with a strong waxed thread. Limit of 8 students, ages 10-18.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Think Spring! Take our Porch Pottery class, starting March 22!

Porch Pottery. Class fee of: $100.00. With instructor Tom Daly

Class dates:

March 22nd & 29th, 10am-12pm (Building Pots)

April 12th, 10:00-12pm (Glazing pots) May 27th, 10:00-11:30am (Pick up pots and potluck)

Unleash your creativity in our relaxing Porch Pottery Workshop! With 25 lbs of high-quality clay at your fingertips, Tom Daly will guide you through step-by-step techniques to craft unique, functional garden pots perfect for your outdoor space. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this hands-on session promises fun, inspiration, and a chance to connect with fellow creators.

On the last day when you come to pick up your finished pieces, you’ll get to choose vegetable and/or flower seedlings to bring home and plant.

Register today!

https://www.headwatersmusicandarts.org/.../porch-pottery...

Tweens & Teens Artistic Adventures: FREE CLASSES for youth under the age of 18.

April 12, 1:30-4:30: "Self-Portraiture of the Face"

Description of the project: We will be exploring self-portraiture using watercolor pencils to draw the face, focusing on individual elements such as the eyes, the mouth and the nose. We will then introduce a painterly element by incorporating water and paintbrushes to the watercolor pencil drawings. Each student will be supplied with a handheld mirror, a set of watercolor pencils, a paintbrush, a disposable cup and paper. Ages 8 -18.

Classes will be held at the historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji, MN. Registration is required, go online: www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Parks and Recreation will have a link to register for these classes.

“This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota, through an Artists Engage Community Grant from the Region 2 Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.”

Watch a video about how to create an account on our grants portal
or jump right in and create an account and apply online

Videos to help you out
Artists Engage Community Grant Overview/Pep Talk Video
Artist Bio/Resume, Work Samples, and Artistic Vision
Creating a Budget for Your Community Engagement Project
Let’s Talk Collaborators
Target Audience, Outcomes, and Evaluation Methods
Do I really want a Fiscal Sponsor?

Eligible Applicants
Open to artists or culture bearers in all arts disciplines, 21 years of age or older, living and working in one of the five Region 2 Arts Council counties of Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Lake of the Woods, or Mahnomen, Minnesota.

Eligible Proposals
Artists Engage Community grants support the creation, production, and presentation of high quality arts activities that help instill the arts into the community and public life in our region. Eligible grant proposals must connect and engage with audiences, participants, students, and/or communities to provide new and/or expanded arts programming to residents of our region’s counties, and/or remove barriers that audiences may have to accessing arts activities. These grants offer funding for a variety of artist led arts activities that will benefit the residents of Beltrami, Hubbard, Clearwater, Lake of the Woods, or Mahnomen counties. Arts activities proposed for funding must be artist led, accessible by the public, and connect with community members through the arts. Activity must begin within 12 months of the earliest start date, and must be completed by June 30, 2025.

Eligible Uses:

• Participatory arts projects

• Arts classes, camps, or workshops

• Public art projects – murals, sculpture walks/trails, concerts in public parks, etc.

• Arts performances – concerts, theatrical productions, dance performances, film screenings, etc.

• Arts presentations – readings, exhibitions, artist talks, etc.

• Arts festivals

Is your grant project eligible?  Check out our eligibility section: Artists Engage Community Grant Eligibility Requirements – If you can answer true to all the statements, then you should be eligible to apply. If you answer false to one of the statements, please contact us to discuss your eligibility.

The Grant Application
The online grant application will ask questions about demographics which we use for reporting to the Minnesota State Arts Board (see our Data Privacy Policy), and questions based on our scoring criteria – Artist Qualifications & Artistic Vision for the Project, Arts Access Provided by the Project, Community Impact and Evaluation of the Project, and Ability to Carry Out the Project. There are also pieces needed for the grant application that you should gather before you apply, such as work samples (Work Sample Submission Policy), resume, and a list of all project costs.

Budget Guidelines
IMPORTANT FOR ALL APPLICANTS: Project specific costs incurred and paid prior to a project’s Earliest Start Date will make a project ineligible for funding. Read about this and more:
R2AC Budget Guidelines

Outcomes and Evaluation Methods
Because we ask you to engage community in this grant, we want you to set an outcome and a means to measure whether you successfully achieved that outcome. An outcome should describe a change in knowledge, skill, attitude, awareness, behavior, or condition in your target audience. Effective project outcomes are specific, measurable, and can be reasonably achieved by the proposed activity. It is important that you measure and document progress made in achieving the proposed outcome for the target audience. You may wish to consult Getting Started with Program Evaluation – a guide published by the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies for information on outcomes evaluation.

Sample Application Form for download
Last Year’s Artists Engage Community Grant Application
(Sample only – cannot be submitted – only online submissions are accepted)

A Note on Grant Awards as Taxable Income
If awarded, you will be asked to fill out a W-9 tax form and the grant award will be considered extra income for you in that tax year. Because this is a grant for individuals, you cannot shift the tax burden to any limited liability companies/corporations you may own for your arts business, but you can use a fiscal sponsor. A fiscal sponsor is a nonprofit entity that lends you their nonprofit status and provides some financial oversight for funds received from a grant award. Often they charge a flat fee or request a percentage of granted funds for this service.  If awarded, your grant award check would be made out to your fiscal sponsor, they would relay the funds to you in one large check or series of smaller payouts for your each of your expenses as you ask for/report them. The granted funds would be part of the fiscal sponsor’s tax reporting, removing the tax burden from you. You would want an agreement (sample fiscal sponsor agreement form) in place to set the responsibilities for each of you.

A contemporary expression of traditional Ojibwe basketry, this class will create embellished birchbark basketry for Two Spirit and Native-LGBTQ+ Youth Aged roughly 16-24 yrs.

This class is Free of Charge - Tools, Materials, and Supplies and light meal provided.

Instruction by Penny Kagigebi, Facilitated in part by Pride Support Network.

Class size is limited, email Penny@kagigebi.com to inquire for registration!

Class Overview:

For Native-LGBTQ2S+ Youth ages 16-24 years. Participants will be taught:

• Basket Construction

• Porcupine Quillwork

• Applique Beadwork

3 Class Dates all 4pm-8pm:

• April 16th

• April 23rd

• April 30th

• May 7th (Tentative make up day)

Join us for the next Open Mic Night at the Armory Arts & Events Center from 7-9pm on January 16th!

Call 2373722 to sign up to perform.

A contemporary expression of traditional Ojibwe basketry, this class will create embellished birchbark basketry for Two Spirit and Native-LGBTQ+ Youth Aged roughly 16-24 yrs.

This class is Free of Charge - Tools, Materials, and Supplies and light meal provided.

Instruction by Penny Kagigebi, Facilitated in part by Pride Support Network.

Class size is limited, email Penny@kagigebi.com to inquire for registration!

Class Overview:

For Native-LGBTQ2S+ Youth ages 16-24 years. Participants will be taught:

• Basket Construction

• Porcupine Quillwork

• Applique Beadwork

3 Class Dates all 4pm-8pm:

• April 16th

• April 23rd

• April 30th

• May 7th (Tentative make up day)

A contemporary expression of traditional Ojibwe basketry, this class will create embellished birchbark basketry for Two Spirit and Native-LGBTQ+ Youth Aged roughly 16-24 yrs.

This class is Free of Charge - Tools, Materials, and Supplies and light meal provided.

Instruction by Penny Kagigebi, Facilitated in part by Pride Support Network.

Class size is limited, email Penny@kagigebi.com to inquire for registration!

Class Overview:

For Native-LGBTQ2S+ Youth ages 16-24 years. Participants will be taught:

• Basket Construction

• Porcupine Quillwork

• Applique Beadwork

3 Class Dates all 4pm-8pm:

• April 16th

• April 23rd

• April 30th

• May 7th (Tentative make up day)

Zerkel Pit PunX Fest - May 3th 2025 - 10AM- 10PM - Art, Music, Friends - Radical Fun Time - PunX Rock Sam -

Buy your tickets for this event here.

9:00AM - Open Jam/ Sound Check

10:00 AM
Music Line Up:
!Radical Fun Time! - Anarcho Political Zerk / Moorhead
True Stories - Twin Cities Hardcore
Rotten Sardines - Bemidji Punk Rock
Rashwagandha - Dooms Day Mpls
Outa Line - Classic Punk Tunes Duluth
Frog Dust - Industrial Punk St. Paul
Indicat - Experimental Indie Rock Winona
Wasi'chu - Trench D-Beat Mankato
Art of Amoeba - St. Cloud Alternative Grunge Punk
Ivan's Despicable Experience - Bemidji Folk Bluesy Punk
Fragged Out - MN Post H/C
Mauro Gonzalo Gutierrez - North Woods Guitarzan
Mommy S3Z No - Horror Punk ROck Cities
Ambigere - Distort Noise Twin Ports
SLDG - Alt-Core Mankato!
88:88 Clock Radio - Industrial Noise - Apple Valley
Slime Monsters from Outer Space - Garage Sludge - Minneapolis
Tiny Humans - Catchy Punk Rock - Denver
OWL - Rock Metal Punk - Grand Forks
Disbanded - Caustic Acoustic - Zerkel Jerkel
Dog Water - BeatBox Harmonica - Bemidji

- Punk Picnic -2PM- Oi! Oi! Oi!
Potluck Lunch - bring something to share and contribute!
(Possible Meal = Plant based BBQ SandWitch, Vegan Beans, Coleslaw and Pickles. Non Veg/Pork Brisket)

Additional Entertainers:
Doctor Bob's - Puppet Theater
Heather Lynn - Fire Spinning
Jesa M.K. -Art- Metallic Color Shape Build Up

Live Painters:
Micah Ailie
Kirissa Grams
Samuel Staudt

A contemporary expression of traditional Ojibwe basketry, this class will create embellished birchbark basketry for Two Spirit and Native-LGBTQ+ Youth Aged roughly 16-24 yrs.

This class is Free of Charge - Tools, Materials, and Supplies and light meal provided.

Instruction by Penny Kagigebi, Facilitated in part by Pride Support Network.

Class size is limited, email Penny@kagigebi.com to inquire for registration!

Class Overview:

For Native-LGBTQ2S+ Youth ages 16-24 years. Participants will be taught:

• Basket Construction

• Porcupine Quillwork

• Applique Beadwork

3 Class Dates all 4pm-8pm:

• April 16th

• April 23rd

• April 30th

• May 7th (Tentative make up day)

The Bemidji Symphony Orchestra is a thriving community orchestra servicing the region of North Central Minnesota. We bring classical music to new audiences and provide performance experience for musicians. Vaughn Williams' The Lark Ascending featuring Eric Olson on violin plus two works by Jean Sibelius. Individual concert tickets can be purchased in advance at either Lueken's Village Foods locations and online at www.bemidjisymphony.org Tickets: Adults $27. Seniors (62+) $22. Students: k-12 Free. College: $10 with College ID.

Join us for the next Open Mic Night at the Armory Arts & Events Center from 7-9pm on January 16th!

Call 2373722 to sign up to perform.

Think Spring! Take our Porch Pottery class, starting March 22!

Porch Pottery. Class fee of: $100.00. With instructor Tom Daly

Class dates:

March 22nd & 29th, 10am-12pm (Building Pots)

April 12th, 10:00-12pm (Glazing pots) May 27th, 10:00-11:30am (Pick up pots and potluck)

Unleash your creativity in our relaxing Porch Pottery Workshop! With 25 lbs of high-quality clay at your fingertips, Tom Daly will guide you through step-by-step techniques to craft unique, functional garden pots perfect for your outdoor space. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this hands-on session promises fun, inspiration, and a chance to connect with fellow creators.

On the last day when you come to pick up your finished pieces, you’ll get to choose vegetable and/or flower seedlings to bring home and plant.

Register today!

https://www.headwatersmusicandarts.org/.../porch-pottery...

These grants help provide some measure of funding stability by offering operating support to arts organizations and arts affiliates so they can focus on increasing the quality and availability of the arts to their communities. Organizations qualify for funding amounts between $2,000 – $7,000 based on their averaged annual expenses from the past two years. This two-year grant open to any arts organization or arts affiliate. Arts groups formed for nonprofit purposes, with a fiscal sponsor, that plan to use this grant to apply for their own nonprofit status are also eligible.

For more information on this specific grant, please click here.