Calendar of Events

Park Rapids Speech Students

Head Speech Coach Dr. Tanya Miller will bring the Park Rapids Varsity Speech Team to present the Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning program Tuesday, April 7. Students will give competitive public address and dramatic interpretation performances. HCLL programs are from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the American Legion, 900 1st St. East. Sessions are free and handicapped accessible.

Saturday STEM: Open STEM Event

An Open STEM will offer supplies from past events for participants to create what they like at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11 at the Park Rapids Area Library basement large meeting room. Saturday Stem events are free and open to the public. Participants 8 years and younger should be accompanied by an older sibling, parent or other adult.

Saturday STEM: Open STEM Event

Cheryl Bannes will teach a Wired Jewelry Workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 11 at the Studios @ the Armory. Wire jewelry grows out of ancient traditions of personal adornment, trade and craft across cultures. Copper and other soft metals were shaped by hand into functional and symbolic objects - pins, fasteners, talismans and decorative forms meant to be worn daily. Simple loops, twists and wraps became visual language, carrying meaning through repetition and form. This workshop draws from that lineage, using accessible materials and traditional techniques to create wearable pieces with both beauty and purpose. Registration is $25. Call 218-237-3722.

Helen Hoover: Her Place in the Woods

The Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning program Tuesday, April 14 will feature David Hakensen’s biography of Helen Hoover, Gunflint Trail resident, captures both an awakening to the power and fragility of the natural world and her extraordinary writing talent. HCLL programs are from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the American Legion, 900 1st St. East. Sessions are free and handicapped accessible.

Mosaics Class

Participants in this Community Education class will create a mosaic of their choice on a wood substrate using stained glass and dishes depending on their choice: flower, cardinal or bluebird. Forms are approximately 5 to 6 inches. DeeDee Narum will guide you on how to grout your project and use tile nippers. All supplies and materials included. Confirm your choice at registration. The class will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 14. Cost is $60. Register by calling .218-237-6600.

Open Mic Night

Open Mic Night will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at the Armory Arts & Events Center. Share your talents by calling 218-237-3722 and setting up a 10-minute time slot. Doors open at 6 p.m. Open Mic Nights are free to the public, but $5 donations are encouraged and welcome. Beverages are available at the AA&EC concession window.

Pottery Painting: Serving Tray

Karen Moyer of Leaf River Pottery is leading a series of Park Rapids Community Education classes. The class to create a spring themed, silk screen serving tray will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 16. All supplies are included. After class, projects return with the instructor to be fired and seven to 10 days later they are individually bagged and returned to Community Ed. Makers are notified by email when their pieces have arrived so they can pick them up. Fee for this class will be $47. To register contact the office at 218-237-6600.

Forge North Concert

Forge North is a 5-piece band with a unique blend of Americana folk/rock who create a captivating sound that draws listeners in with their relatable lyrics and soaring melodies. Hear them live at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at the Armory Arts & Events Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. Advance tickets are $15; $20 at the door.

Author Marcie Rendon

Marcie Rendon is a Native American author, playwright and community arts activist known for her contributions to literature, particularly in the crime fiction genre. She is best known for her Cash Blackbear Mystery series which features a young Ojibwe woman as the protagonist. The series’ first book, Murder on the Red River, won the Pinckley Prize for Debut Crime Fiction in 2018. The series has been praised for its authentic representation of Native culture and engaging storytelling. Meet her at 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 20 at the Park Rapids Area Library.

A Memoir on Love and Dementia

Anne-Marie Erickson’s moving memoir, "In the Eventing, We’ll Dance," describes life as the spouse of a person with Alzheimer's Disease. The author will give the Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning program Tuesday, April 21. HCLL programs are from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the American Legion, 900 1st St. East. Sessions are free and handicapped accessible.

Tom Glynn - American Tune

American Tune with Tom Glynn takes you on a magical trip back to the 1970s to experience the timeless music and prolific songwriting of Paul Simon, Jim Croce and James Taylor. Relive the intimate storytelling, intricate chord changes and breathtaking melodies of these gifted artists. He will perform for the Heartland Concert Association’s concert at 7 p.m. Friday, April 24 at the Park Rapids Area High School Auditorium. Individual concert tickets may be purchased at the door for $25 (or if accompanied by a member $15).

Tom Glynn - American Tune

American Tune with Tom Glynn takes you on a magical trip back to the 1970s to experience the timeless music and prolific songwriting of Paul Simon, Jim Croce and James Taylor. Relive the intimate storytelling, intricate chord changes and breathtaking melodies of these gifted artists. He will perform for the Heartland Concert Association’s concert at 7 p.m. Friday, April 24 at the Park Rapids Area High School Auditorium. Individual concert tickets may be purchased at the door for $25 (or if accompanied by a member $15).

Makers Market

Support local makers and artists at the 1st annual Makers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Armory Arts and Events Center. The main event floor will be filled with incredible artists and makers who will be sharing their wares and talents.

Refugee from Czech to America

Fay Dickey, opera singer and dairy farmer in Clearwater County, will relate her refugee experiences for the Headwaters Center for Lifelong Learning program Tuesday, April 28. HCLL programs are from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the American Legion, 900 1st St. East. Sessions are free and handicapped accessible.

Copper Enameling Workshop

Cheryl Bannes will lead this hands-on workshop with students learning a kiln-fired enameling technique to design and create their own jewelry or small art piece using copper, glass and bold modern forms. The workshop will reimagine this ancient art, dating back thousands of years, when artisans fused glass to metal using fire to create lasting color and symbolic design. The class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 2 at the Studios @ The Armory. Fee is $45. Register by calling 218-237-3722.

Saturday STEM: Explore Chemistry - DIY Bath Bombs

At the Saturday Stem event at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 9 participants will explore chemistry making DIY Bath Bombs. Materials will be provided. The event will be held at the Park Rapids Area Library basement large meeting room. Saturday Stem events are free and open to the public. Participants 8 years and younger should be accompanied by an older sibling, parent or other adult.

Contour Drawing to Wire Sculpture

Suzanne Dinger will introduce participants in this class to the expressive power of line through both drawing and sculpture. You will begin with contour drawing exercises and move into exploring the wire sculptures and use the drawings as templates to create original three-dimensional wire sculptures. This class will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 9. Fee is $25. Register by calling 218-237-3722.

Pottery Painting: Berry Basket

Karen Moyer of Leaf River Pottery is leading a series of Park Rapids Community Education pottery painting classes. The class to paint a berry basket will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 14. All the pottery, glazes and general supplies are included. After class, projects return with the instructor to be fired and seven to 10 days later they are individually bagged and returned to Community Ed. Makers are notified by email when their pieces have arrived so they can pick them up. Fee for this class will be $33. To register contact the office at 218-237-6600.

Caleigh

The Park Rapids Area Library will host Caleigh in a performance of “They Brought Their Songs,” international folk music in Minnesota, at 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 15 at the Armory Arts & Events Center. This is a program sponsored by the Kitchigami Regional Library with Minnesota Legacy funding.

Word Dances

The Armory Arts & Events Center will host Word Dances, an impactful, multi-sensory performance Saturday, May 16 with a Happy Half Hour at 4 and Poetry in Motion at 4:30 p.m. Enjoy how poetry, dance and music can promote healing, hope and joy. General admission will be $10; ages 12 and under free.

Exhibition by David Ceminski

An opening reception for David Ceminski’s exhibition is planned from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 20 at Tin Ceiling Gallery. The display will be a selection of paintings and drawings from David’s time at C.R.E.A.T.E. Studio.

Season Finale Open Mic Night

Season Finale Open Mic Night will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 21 at the Armory Arts & Events Center. Share your talents by calling 218-237-3722 and setting up a 10-minute time slot. Doors open at 6 p.m. Open Mic Nights are free to the public, but $5 donations are encouraged and welcome. Beverages are available at the AA&EC concession window.

Mark Joseph & The American Soul

American Soul is a fitting brand for Mark Joseph. Since his 2017 album by that title, he has charted a relentless and soulful course through America, and Americana, from blues to country to psychedelic rock. Mark Joseph and his band will play at 2nd Street Stage from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 11 in Downtown Park Rapids. Arrive at 5 for the social hour and remember to bring your own chair.

Willow Whistle Workshop

Guest artist Bruce Engebretson will lead a Willow Whistle Workshop for high school ages and adults from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, June 12 in the Nemeth Art Center Gallery. All materials will be provided. Register with Community Education at 218-237-6600. Cost is $10.

Good Morning Bedlam

Good Morning Bedlam is a folk-rock duo from Minneapolis. Their shows are known for their wild energy and stunning harmonies. They will play at 2nd Street Stage from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 18 in Downtown Park Rapids. Arrive at 5 for the social hour and remember to bring your own chair.

Exhibition by Patrick Pope

An opening reception for Patrick Pope’s exhibition, a collection of beadwork, will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 20 at Tin Ceiling Gallery.

NLOKids Theater Camp

The Northern Light Opera Company will sponsor NLOKids Theater Camp June 22-July 11. The camp is for kids from Pine Point and the Park Rapids area ages 8-13. They will create an original musical to perform in both communities.

Indecent Proposal

Indecent Proposal is a band out of Duluth, built around connection, feel and songs that hold up in a room or street full of people. Blending modern alt-rock, groove-driven covers and emotionally grounded originals, the band focuses on moments you can feel as much as hear. They will play at 2nd Street Stage from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 25 in Downtown Park Rapids. Arrive at 5 for the social hour and remember to bring your own chair.

Children's 3-D art workshop

Visiting artist John Fleischer will lead a Children's 3-D art workshop from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, June 25 in the Nemeth Art Center Gallery. All materials will be provided. Register with Community Education at 218-237-6600. Cost is $10.

Children's Photography workshop

Guest artist Wayne Gudmundson will lead a Children's Photography workshop from noon to 2 p.m. Friday, June 26. All materials, including a disposable camera, will be provided. Register with Community Education at 218-237-6600. A second session will be held August 13. Cost is $40 for both sessions.

Memories of Bud Mack

The Hubbard County Historical Museum program for June will be Memories of Bud Mack, presented by Sharon Condiff. It will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, June 29 at the Northwoods Bank Community Room.