
Upcoming events.
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Monotype Printmaking Classes
Monotype Printmaking is a simple and open-ended medium that rewards experimentation. Sign up to experience a Monotype Printmaking class with Lucus Nelson!

Community Dance with Eric Lind and Teresa Neby-Lind
Fiddle and banjo duo Eric Lind and Teresa Neby-Lind, from the Twin cities, will provide rousing dance tunes for reels, simple squares, circle mixers and more.
All dances are taught and easy to learn, all ages are welcome!

Pottery Art Camp
Students from third grade through high school are invited to join ArtWise for a special Pottery Art Camp on Sunday, September 14, from 1:00–4:00 PM at Muddy Waters Clay Center in Grand Forks.
This engaging camp will give participants the chance to rotate through three different pottery sessions:
Coil Building – learn how to create pottery using traditional hand-building techniques.
Pinch Pots – discover the basics of shaping clay by hand.
Pottery Painting – add color and design to your pieces with creative surface decoration.
Cost:
$85 for all three sessions
$40 per session (if attending one or two sessions)
Location:
Muddy Waters Clay Center
2014 13th Ave N, Grand Forks, ND 58203
Registration:
Sign up online at www.artwisegf.com.
This camp is a great way for students to explore the art of pottery, build new skills, and have fun while working with clay.

Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change'
"Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through 'The Change' is a sequel to the hit original show, "Menopause The Musical." It follows the same four characters as they embark on a cruise, encountering new adventures, romances, and the challenges of the menopause while celebrating their enduring friendship.

2 Stars, 2 Sets, 1 Show - David K as Buddy Holly/Elton John
David K + band rock Buddy Holly style + hits in 1 set! Presenting Buddy guitar, vocal + style. Then, enjoy ROCKIN' Elton piano + vocal in set 2 at the wonderful Grand Theatre, Crookston, MN. Endless hits of two legendary stars, ballads and rockers! The costumes, eye glasses, sequins, jackets, hats and more make this an extra fun show! This band rocks, with string parts, just like the records! David K has been songwriting and pitching tunes for decades in L.A., Nashville and New York. He's performed with, recorded with and submitted songs to many rock stars, and performed all over the nation, his own songs and as a tribute artist of the legends that inspired him.

The Magic of Alcohol Inks
Discover the Magic of Alcohol Inks
Join artist Julie Olson for a beginner-friendly workshop exploring the vibrant world of alcohol inks. This hands-on class will introduce you to the unique properties of alcohol inks, creative techniques for using them, and the joy of making your own colorful artwork. No prior experience is needed—just come ready to create and have fun.
Date & Time: Sunday, September 21 | 3:00–5:00 PM
Location: Arts for Vets, Grand Forks Arts Center, 215 N 3rd St, Grand Forks
Class Fee: $45 (includes all supplies and light refreshments)
Registration:
To reserve your spot, contact Julie Olson at 701-343-2695 (call/text) or email julie@themiddleofnowherestudio.com. Payment is due on or before the date of class (cash, check, Venmo @julieolsonart, Apple Pay, or Cash App $julie2364).
All supplies are provided—just bring your creativity.
Interested in taking your skills further? Ask Julie about the October 19 advanced class.

Grand Cities Mall Craft & Vendor Show
Discover a world of creativity and unique finds at the Grand Cities Mall Craft & Vendor Show! Join us for a day of shopping exploring and supporting local crafters and vendors. This exciting event brings together a diverse array of talented crafters and businesses under one roof offering a delightful shopping experience for visitors of all ages.

Japanese Dolls & Fish Printing
Join ArtWise for a hands-on cultural workshop featuring Japanese Dolls and Japanese Fish Printing (Gyotaku).
Presenters:
Mika Usuki, Japan Outreach Initiative Coordinator
Carrie Sapa, Grand Forks artist & arts educator
Date & Time:
Sunday, September 28th | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMLocation:
ArtWise Gallery & Creation Space
1726 S Washington St. #7
Grand Forks, ND 58201Audience:
Open to preschool through 2nd grade students (with an adult). Adults are welcome to create as well!Cost:
$30 per person
$50 for two participants
Registration:
Register online at www.artwisegf.com.
Note: Registration is not complete without payment.
Come explore Japanese culture and creativity through this unique art experience!

Remembering Bobby Vee
The Killer Vees, featuring Jeff, Tommy, Bennett, Matt and Julie Vee along with Mark Levandowski and George Maurer will reunite one more time to say goodbye to their father, uncle, friend, mentor and band leader Bobby Vee. “This is not a show we ever wanted to do,” said Tommy Vee. “We originally only planned on doing this show in a handful of venues but the response has been so overwhelming that we have decided to keep doing a handful of shows each year. My Dad loved his Midwest roots. This is where it all started for him and the fans meant the world to him so this feels important to us. I know it would make Dad smile.”

Love War & Reformation
This magnificent musical selection from Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Max Bruch will get the 2025–2026 season off to a thrilling start. We shall travel through love, war, and reformation with the music played during this performance. The works of art created by Max Bruch, Felix Mendelssohn, and Ludwig Van Beethoven will captivate the senses. This selection of works by German composers is bound to thrill listeners.

Stage Acting Workshop
This 5-day immersive workshop is designed for aspiring and early-career stage actors who want to build a strong foundation in theatrical performance. Through hands-on training in voice, movement, character development, and scene study, participants will gain the tools they need to bring truthful, engaging performances to the stage. The week concludes with a final showcase of prepared scenes or monologues.

Nordic Fiddle with Vidar Skrede
Enjoy an evening of traditional Nordic fiddle tunes and original music. Vidar Skrede is a performer and composer of Nordic folk music, originally from western Norway and currently living in Milwaukee, WI. He is a multi-instrumentalist performing fiddle, Hardanger fiddle, guitar and mandolin.
Admission is free will donation at the door.

Potato Bowl Performance - Greater Grand Forks City Band
Come enjoy live music from the Greater Grand Forks City Band downtown to celebrate the 59th Annual Potato Bowl!

Rozaays Soiree: Keeper of the Truth Poetry Nite
Join a captivating evening at the Empire for the Keepers of the Truth Poetry Nite. Dive into an immersive experience, where powerful verses meet soulful sounds. Exclusive talent, profound moments, and an unforgettable vibe await. Be part of an extraordinary journey on Aug 29th, and let's create magic together.

Live Music Featuring Jack Bryan
HE’S BACK !! Jack Bryan LIVE Tuesday, August 26th at Brick and Barley!
FREE live show starts at 8:30pm - Bring your friends and we look forward to seeing you for this back to school event!


Downtown Street Fair
The Downtown Street Fair has been Filling the streets of downtown with food, live music, and family fun since 2016! This two-day festival includes Food trucks, local Artists and craft vendors, Kidpreneurs, free art activities, live music & so much more!

Concerts in the Garden: Laamar
Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy a beautiful evening in the Museum’s sculpture garden. Concerts in the Garden are casual outdoor events featuring musicians from across the country. In addition to great music, guests can enjoy food hot off the grill, nightly specials, beer, and wine.

Gracie's Place Pop-Up Coffee Shop
Hosted by Elio Walsh at the Arts For Vets Gallery, enjoy coffee, baked goods, jewelry, artwork and books. Featuring house-made specialty syrups for lattes, matchas, and chais.

Stage Acting Workshop
This 5-day immersive workshop is designed for aspiring and early-career stage actors who want to build a strong foundation in theatrical performance. Through hands-on training in voice, movement, character development, and scene study, participants will gain the tools they need to bring truthful, engaging performances to the stage. The week concludes with a final showcase of prepared scenes or monologues.

The East Grand Forks Heritage Days Bandstand Music Show
Come celebrate East Grand Forks’ Heritage Days with this amazing Bandstand Music Show! Enjoy 3 days of performances from regional musicians that range from classic swing to folk dance music!
Open gate for all events!

Jesus Christ Superstar
The Empty State Theater is proud to present Jesus Christ Superstar on August 7th-9th and August 14th-16th. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot.
Concerts in the Garden: She Keeps Bees
Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy a beautiful evening in the Museum’s sculpture garden. Concerts in the Garden are casual outdoor events featuring musicians from across the country. In addition to great music, guests can enjoy food hot off the grill, nightly specials, beer, and wine.

I Remember... Memoir Readings
Join a thought-provoking evening of readings by local writers working on new memoirs! Topics include but are not limited to parents, parenting, and rediscovering oneself through sport.

Movie-Making camp for teens
This two-week movie-making camp will take 12- through 18-year-old students through the process of brainstorming, writing, editing, directing, filming, and producing a short film. It will also allow them to cast their films from actors outside the camp, hence involving additional area youth. The finished, short movies will be screened at the Empire Art Center on the large screen in the auditorium, preceded by a Red-Carpet event so family, friends, and community members can view this unique locally produced film.

There's Something I Must Tell You
Join the exciting kick off for the 4-state premiere tour for the new play, “There’s Something I Must Tell You!” Free will donations at the door will go towards travel expenses.

Andante Community Orchestra
Join the Andante Community Orchestra for a free family-friendly concert! August 2nd at 4pm.

NDMOA Opening Reception - Roberta Paul
The North Dakota Museum of Art a new exhibition opening next Thursday of work by Roberta Paul, a graduate of UND in 1981. Her last exhibition in Grand Forks was held over 40 years ago in the UND Art Galleries housed in the Memorial Union which later became NDMOA. She went on to a very successful career as an artist with her work in the collections of institutions and private collectors across the country. It fills both galleries and the work spans four decades. The show is on display through October 26.

From the Ground Up - Artist Reception
Come enjoy the Artist Reception for Victoria Cuellar at Muddy Waters on July 25th! Victoria’s art emphasizes earthy tones and beauty in imperfections!

North Dakota Museum of Art Concerts in the Garden - Brett Newski
Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy a beautiful evening in the Museum’s sculpture garden. Concerts in the Garden are casual outdoor events featuring musicians from across the country. In addition to great music, guests can enjoy food hot off the grill, nightly specials, beer, and wine.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Wisconsin indie rock mainstay BRETT NEWSKI brings a collision of alt-country, Tom Petty, & 90’s alternative rock on his latest LP, ameriCONa (not on streaming). Newski is back with satirical humor, contrarian ethos, & the knack for creating anthems for outliers. The ep shows flourishes of Bob Dylan & Jonathan Richman, with production in the vein of Velvet Underground.
NEWSKI has played alongside bands like Violent Femmes, Pixies, Nada Surf, Guster, Gin Blossoms, Better than Ezra, Barenaked Ladies, Japanese Breakfast, Built to Spill, and Courtney Barnett. The band has received praise from Rolling Stone, NPR, American Songwriter, SiriusXM, Boston Globe, NBC, Billboard and SPIN.
NEED TO KNOW
Smoking is not permitted on campus
No outside food or drink allowed – water bottles/containers must be empty
No coolers allowed
All concerts are rain or shine but will be canceled if conditions do not allow for an outdoor performance
Concerts will not be moved indoors in the event of rain or wind
Tickets are non-refundable
Free parking from 4:30 pm to the end of the show

Art in the Park
Carrie Sapa will be hosting Art in the Park on Tuesday, July 15th at 6:00pm!
Meet at the Big Shelter in Sherlock Park.
Free admittance available for all ages!
All supplies are provided!

The Magic of Alcohol Inks
Join artist Julie Olson for her upcoming class "The Magic of Alcohol Inks." Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, you'll be taught various techniques to create your own masterpiece! All supplies included. $45/person.

EGF Campbell Library Community Art Exhibit
Stop by the East Grand Forks Campbell Library to enjoy beautiful artwork created by local artists!

The Music Box
Catch live performances by Chris Johnson, Gordon and Sheldon Bird, and Colin Monette!

Art For vets
Join us for our annual Veteran Show Saturday July12th 1-5pm at Arts for Vets 215 N 3rd St. Suite 100. All art made by veterans! The Boardroom will have a cash bar and food will be served.

North Dakota Museum of Art Concerts in the Garden - Christopher Paul Stelling
Atlanta, Georgia based songwriter Christopher Paul Stelling has released 7 albums and played thousands of concerts across the US, Uk, and EU over the last decade. Stelling has mostly toured solo but has also supported Son Little, Mavis Staples, The Devil Makes Three, Ben Harper and many others. Stelling released a trio of albums for indie favorite Anti- records and has performed multiple times at Newport Folk Festival and on CBS Saturday Morning. Stelling is known for his intricate finger-style guitar work, road tested vocal delivery, and introspective lyrics.
Impassioned singer and virtuosic guitar player Christopher Paul Stelling’s new album Best of Luck, produced by Ben Harper, is available now. Throughout Best of Luck, discontent and self-doubt are transformed into messages of resilience and hope. Harper says he instantly recognized a kindred spirit in Stelling’s virtuosic finger picking and soulful delivery. “It was like finding a John Fahey or Leo Kottke that was a really great singer,” he explains.

Frost Fire Summer Theatre Presents FAME
Follow the the journey of the final class of New York City's prestigious High School for the
Performing Arts, spanning from their first year in 1980 to their graduation in 1984. It portrays
the students’ struggles, triumphs, and complex relationships with authenticity and drama.
Their story explores themes of ambition, fame, self-confidence, and the challenges of pursuing
a career in showbusiness. The show also tackles pressing issues such as prejudice, drug
abuse, and exploitation, offering a raw glimpse into the realities faced by aspiring performers.

Movie-Making Camp For Teens
This two-week movie-making camp will take 12- through 18-year-old students through the process of brainstorming, writing, editing, directing, filming, and producing a short film. It will also allow them to cast their films from actors outside the camp, hence involving additional area youth. The finished, short movies will be screened at the Empire Art Center on the large screen in the auditorium, preceded by a Red-Carpet event so family, friends, and community members can view this unique locally produced film.

Gelli Plate Printing Class
Back by popular demand! Gelli Plate Printing class with Jeannette Ringuette!
Sunday June 29th 2-4pm. $25/person. Limited spots available!
Contact Mandy Smestad if you'd like to sign up!
text 701-317-6711

North Dakota Museum of Art Concerts in the Garden - Joslyn and the Sweet Compression
After cultivating her dynamic voice and performance skills in backup roles and stage plays, Joslyn Hampton teamed with her stepfather, Marty Charters (a touring guitarist and songwriter who has shared the stage with legends such as Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, and Van Morrison), to compose a captivating set of tunes and assemble an ace band. Joslyn & The Sweet Compression (Carter Scofield- Guitar, Tyler Papierniak – bass, Rashawn Fleming – drums, Jacob O’Donnell – saxophone, and Will Doty – Keyboard) combine to deliver a hook-filled mix of funk and soul.