April 2022
Puppet-Making Workshop with Akiko Ostlund
Learn about puppetry, how to make your own shadow puppets and toy theater stage, and more in this puppet-making workshop with Lanesboro Artist-in-Residence Akiko Ostlund on Sunday, April 24th at 1:30 p.m. at Sylvan Brewing. In the workshop Akiko will introduce techniques for making simple puppets similar to the ones used in her work. Participants will tell stories using collage, and found object puppetry, and learn how art and storytelling can be accessible using things like magazines, paper bags, and…
Find out more »November 2022
Fall Fundraiser Happy Hour
Join us at Sylvan Brewing from 4:30-6:30 on Friday, November 18th for a Fall Fundraiser Happy Hour! This fundraising get-together celebrates the Fall Online Auction and launches the annual Reach for the Arts fundraising campaign. There will be live music from River Crossing, interactive art activities for the whole family, food from the El Sueno food truck, and, of course, Sylvan Brewing beer. As a non-profit arts organization, Lanesboro Arts relies on your support to fulfill our mission to provide…
Find out more »July 2023
30th Gallery Anniversary Canvas Clash
$20
Join Lanesboro Arts for a fast-paced, live painting showdown! This event will take place at Sylvan Brewing on Thursday, July 13th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. as part of the 30 year anniversary for the Lanesboro art gallery—now a part of Lanesboro Arts. There, six artists within this elimination-style tournament will create art and compete in real time. Attendees at this event will see art created right before their eyes in a raucous yet family-friendly environment. The six artists…
Find out more »December 2023
Fundraiser Happy Hour
$20
Join Lanesboro Arts at Sylvan Brewing from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 9th for a Fundraiser Happy Hour! This get-together celebrates the Online Auction and launches the annual Reach for the Arts fundraising campaign. There will be live music by local musician Sarah Peterson, light hors d'oeuvres, live painting from Gallery artist Alan Wiltgen, exclusive auction items, and reflection on the work at Lanesboro Arts and where we are going in the future. In recognition of the 30th…
Find out more »February 2024
Artist Talk and Book Swap with Annie Hejny
Lanesboro Arts is excited to present an Artist Talk and Book Swap with artist Annie Hejny on Monday, February 12th: 7:00 - 8:00 PM at Sylvan Brewing. Lanesboro Arts is thrilled to welcome back past Lanesboro artist-in-residence Annie Hejny for a short week of activities through Hejny's Minnesota State Arts Board artist grant. Join Annie Hejny, former artist-in-residence, for a week of art and nature-inspired winter activities. Annie is returning to share new creative and outdoor practices including a Forest Bathing…
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