News From The Cultural Center
Just for Kix classes offered at Cultural Center
Classes for ages 3 - 1st grade on Wednesdays in upstairs dance studio Beginning October 7, 2015, Just for Kix classes will be held in the Cultural Center's upstairs dance/yoga studio! Instructor Heidi Swenson will be leading Tiny Kix for dancers ages 3-5 from...
READ MOREDeveloping a Meditation Practice
Elisa Korentayer offers follow up to meditation introduction In Developing a Meditation Practice, Elisa Korentayer will give participants the tools to practice meditation and the support of a community to get started. The term meditation refers to a broad...
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Join Elisa Korentayer for an Introduction to Meditation Meditation is an ancient practice that exists in some form in almost every faith tradition. It has as many definitions as ways of practicing it, but everyone agrees that it benefits health and well-being....
READ MOREKardemimmit Concert September 15, 2015
Finnish folk music direct from Finland The Cultural Center is pleased to host Finnish folk group Kardemimmit on Tuesday, September 15th at 7:30 p.m., during the group's USA tour. Kardemimmit is a Finnish folk music group formed by four young women: Maija Pokela, Jutta...
READ MOREVisiting Artist Jhon Sanchez
Even though current visiting artist Jhon Sanchez has been writing since he was a child, as an adult, the process of discovering the English language has helped him to develop his creativity. He came from Colombia in 1998, seeking asylum because the practice of his...
READ MORERichard Simonsen gallery show
Abstract Art Show in Main Floor Gallery Visit our main floor gallery from September 2nd to October 17th for a sixteen piece exhibition by Minneapolis artist Richard Simonsen. Ranging from medium to large wall handing pieces, Simonsen's work captures the attention and...
READ MOREThe Little Big Year is back for 2015-2016
2nd Annual Little Big Year kicks off Mon, Aug 31, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Cultural Center The first Annual Little Big Year came to an end on July 31, 2015, and the finale event was held on August 13 at the Center. The grand prize was awarded to Ben Martin who...
READ MOREPicture People for Art Adventure 2016
Consider becoming a Picture Person for the 2015-2016 school year Like art? Like kids? Becoming an Art Adventure Picture Person is the perfect way for you to share your passion for art with youth, expanding their knowledge and critical thinking skills. Art Adventure is...
READ MORESupport the Center through AmazonSmile
Did you know that your online shopping can benefit the Cultural Center? AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact...
READ MOREPuppet Pageant this Friday, August 21st
Workshops underway for 7th annual Puppet Pageant Workshops for the Puppet Pageant kicked off last week and continue this week, all leading up to the final performance on Friday, August 21st, 2015 at 7:00pm (immediately following the New York Mills Civic & Commerce...
READ MOREGarage Sale fundraiser to benefit Puppet Pageant
Come to a Garage Sale behind the Cultural Center, under the Sugar Creek Woodworking awnings, this Friday and Saturday, August 21 & 22, 2015. Hours will be 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Friday and 9:00 a.m. until noon on Saturday, with $1 a bag from 11:00 a.m. until...
READ MOREThe Art of The Cookie Garden
Main floor gallery exhibit July 22nd - August 29th, 2015 The Cookie Garden is a children's book written by Linda Henry and illustrated by Dawn Rossbach, and the gallery show featured at the Cultural Center July 22 - August 29 is a wonderful exhibit of not only the...
READ MOREMaking History with Crafts: Northwoods Troll
Join us Monday, August 24 from 1-3pm OR 6-8pm in creating woodland trolls! Many folktales from Scandinavia have trolls and other mythical beings. They often take on the traits of their woodland surroundings. A simple walk through the woods will provide you with almost...
READ MOREEllen Jean Diederich Reception
Enjoy the gallery and come meet exhibiting artist Ellen Jean Diederich whose original watercolor and acrylic paintings are on display in the second floor gallery. The works come from Diederich's book Samson's Gift, available in our gift store for purchase. The...
READ MOREBook Publishing Panel at the Cultural Center
On Saturday, August 1st from 4:30-5:30 PM, Author/Illustrator Ellen Diederich, Writer Linda Henry, and Illustrator Dawn Rossbach will conduct a panel on the navigation of the publishing process. Currently, Original artwork from Ellen's book 'Samson's Gift' and...
READ MORE2015 Great American Think-Off Winning Essays
The 23rd Annual Great American Think-Off was held on Saturday, June 13th, 2015 at the James Mann Center for the Performing Arts in New York Mills. The first round featured David Lapakko and David Eckel both arguing for the side of "Technology Frees Us". Lapakko...
READ MORE7th Annual Puppet Pageant
7th Annual Puppet Pageant Please join us for the 2015 Puppet Pageant, once again under the creative direction of Anne Sawyer-Aitch. This year’s original play will weave folklore from the Finnish national epic poem, the Kalevala, and the cultural heritage of the...
READ MOREMaking History with Crafts, Playful Marionettes
About 85 years ago, probably when your great-grandparents were growing up, Minnesota was hit hard by something we now call the Great Depression. Many people could not find jobs to support their families. To create jobs, then-President Franklin Roosevelt created the...
READ MOREAugust 2015 Art in YOUR Park
August is right around the corner so enjoy the dog days of summer outdoors creating crafts! The final Art in YOUR Park events of 2015 will be taking place August 3-7 in New York Mills and Wadena. The activities will focus on turning trash to treasure as we take...
READ MOREEllen Jean Diederich in the gallery
The Cultural Center is proud to host the works of Ellen Jean Diederich in our newly refreshed second floor gallery. The exhibition runs from July 8 until August 8, 2015. Ellen Jean Diederich’s Neo-Impressionistic acrylic and watercolor paintings fill the pages of...
READ MORE4th Annual Decoy and Wildlife Art Exhibition
Main floor gallery exhibit July 8-18, 2015 Stop in to the Cultural Center’s main floor gallery from July 8 through July 18 to enjoy the works of some Minnesota natives. Items on display will include hand painted fish and frog decoys, and fish and wildlife paintings...
READ MORE2nd Annual Fish House Festival July 10, 2015
Join us this Friday, July 10th, 2015 for the 2nd annual Fish House Festival, which is being held in conjunction with the New York Mills Summer Celebration and Lund Mania fishing tournament. There are many fun activities planned for the festival and we are excited to...
READ MOREPhotography Class for Kids July 20th
Are your kids always reaching for your phone or camera to take a picture? Come explore and learn basic digital photography skills with local photographer Sarah Wilhelmi of Impressions by Sarah on Monday, July 20th from 4:30-6:15 p.m. This class is for kids entering...
READ MOREArt in Your Park 2015
Join us in the parks this summer for FREE art activities for kids Each month will feature a different theme of activities and art projects that kids can take home at the end of the day. Come and have fun being creative while enjoying the great outdoors. Stop in or...
READ MOREMaking History With Crafts
Join artist, former art teacher, and Cultural Center volunteer Pam Robinson this summer in Making History with Crafts. There will be four workshops offered on select Mondays during June, July and August, with each workshop to be offered twice, from 1-3pm and 6-8pm on...
READ MOREGuitar Lessons at the Cultural Center
Learn to play the guitar this summer Local music instructor Rebecca Imsande will teach guitar lessons on Wednesdays beginning June 24 and running for six weeks. Half-hour lessons for ages 9-adult are just $10 per lesson, and 15-minute lessons for ages 5-8 are just $5...
READ MOREDonate through Network for Good
Donate to the Center on-line securely through Network for Good Want a really easy, secure way to donate online? Click on the logo below. Our legal name is "New York Mills Arts Retreat." This provides the option of one-time or recurring donation, as well as the...
READ MOREKids Yoga Thursday mornings July 2 – 30
Call now to register for Kids Yoga Stretch, bend, balance and grow with certified yoga instructor Mel Lepper! We are pleased to offer Kids Yoga Classes as part of our Summer Programming. Kids of any age are welcome with a parent or caregiver. There will be one 4-week...
READ MORE2015 Think-Off Question Answered: Technology Frees Us
America’s Greatest Thinker named for 2015 The Cultural Center in New York Mills is pleased to announce that David Lapakko of Richfield, MN, asserting that Technology Frees Us, was voted America’s Greatest Thinker on Saturday, June 13th by a crowd of 300 at the New...
READ MORE2015 Great American Think-Off Question Answered: Technology Frees Us
America’s Greatest Thinker named for 2015 The Cultural Center in New York Mills is pleased to announce that David Lapakko of Richfield, MN, asserting that Technology Frees Us, was voted America’s Greatest Thinker on Saturday, June 13th by a crowd of 300 at the New...
READ MORE23rd annual Great American Think-Off
Think-Off Saturday June 13th @ 7pm The Center is bustling with activity this week as we prepare for the 23rd annual Great American Think-Off. The Great Debate will take place on Saturday, June 13th at 7:00pm at the James Mann Center for the Performing Arts at the New...
READ MORE19th annual Regional Show in the Gallery now
Reception Saturday, May 30th, 2015, 7-9pm Please join us for an Artists' Reception on Saturday, May 30th from 7-9pm at the Cultural Center for what is always one of the most fun receptions of the year with many regional artists attending to connect and view artwork...
READ MORE2015 Garden Party: THANK YOU!
On May 14th, we hosted our annual Garden Party fundraiser at the Cultural Center. We were overwhelmed with the generosity of donors and bidders, and are thrilled to report that you, our community of supporters, invested more than $7,300 to bring high-quality arts...
READ MORENorman Kennedy to kick off Think-Off weekend
Scottish balladeer and storyteller to kick off the 2015 Great American Think-Off weekend with a concert at the Cultural Center on Friday, June 12th at 7:30pm Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Norman Kennedy in concert at the Cultural Center on Friday, June 12th at...
READ MORE2015 Annual Kite Festival, NEW Rocket Launch
The Kite Festival is back at the New York Mills School This annual program sponsored by the Cultural Center has in the past included classes from NYM building and launching various types of kites with help, instruction and supplies from the Cultural Center. This...
READ MORE2015 Regional Art Show
Submit your work and participate in the annual regional art show at the Center. Everyone is welcome, all media are accepted, and this is a non-juried show. Details below. Wednesday May 27th – Thursday July 2nd, 2015 Open to all artists working in any medium...
READ MORE2015 Garden Party: Thursday May 14
Join us for our annual live & silent auctions Spring is here to stay...let's celebrate with the annual Cultural Center Garden Party fundraiser! We will have many gardening and other items for your bid at our May 14th event. The Cultural Center’s annual spring...
READ MORE2015 Think-Off Finalists Announced
The Cultural Center's Great American Think-Off committee is pleased to announce that the four finalists for the 23rd annual debate have been selected to answer this year's question, "Does Technology Free Us or Trap Us?". Arguing that technology traps us will be Paul...
READ MORE2015 Think-Off Finalists Announced
The four finalists have been chosen for the 23rd annual Great American Think-Off, to answer the question "Does Technology Free Us or Trap Us?" Arguing that technology traps us will be Paul Terry and Marsh Muirhead, while David Eckel and David Lapakko will argue that...
READ MORE2015 State High School League Arts Festival
Annual student gallery show April 29 - May 6 Each Spring the Cultural Center hosts the annual Minnesota State High School League Arts Festival for Region 6A North. This year the show will be in the gallery April 29 - May 6th. The festival will be on Wednesday, May...
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