Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

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DAI Annual Member Show Reception

The DAI Annual Member Show (AMS) showcases a diverse range of artistic expressions and mediums. From vibrant paintings and drawings to photography, ceramics, and fiber art, this group exhibition features approximately 250 unique pieces, celebrating the immense talent and creativity of the DAI member artists. During the reception, guests will vote for the People’s Choice Award, which is announced and awarded the same evening. This event also serves as our Annual Members meeting where DAI members may vote on the Board of Director officers and welcome new members.

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“Romeo and Juliet”

Minnesota Ballet premieres a powerful production of Shakespeare’s greatest love drama, set to the evocative music of Sergei Prokofiev. It promises to be an unforgettable experience, blending timeless romance with extraordinary ballet.

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The Rob Hadaway Storytelling Festival

  Experience the magic of storytelling at the fifth annual Rob Hadaway Storytelling Festival! Join us as local artists bring the art of storytelling to life on Saturday, March 29th, 2025. 🎭 Storyteller Lineup: 🔹 10:00 AM – Museum Staff 🔹 11:00 AM – John Donahue 🔹 12:00 PM – Ashlie Castaldo 🔹 1:00 PM – Allie Tibbetts 🔹 2:00 PM – Elizabeth Nordell 🔹 3:00 PM – Chang’aa Mweti 🎨 Face Painting by Kali Olson 🤟 ASL Interpretation provided by Emily Engel DCM members free; included with Museum admission. Rob Hadaway was a great friend and Creative Director at the Museum and began our storytelling festival in 2018. Rob shared his kindness, laughter, stories and magic with the children of our community and we are proud to continue his legacy with the Rob Hadaway Storytelling Festival.

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Reggae Luminary Rik Jam with Dal-Wayne Presented by Bayfront Reggae and World Music Festival Presents

Spring Up! 🌴 Coming live and direct from Fletcher’s Land, Kingston, Jamaica. Rik Jam will be opening the gateway to happiness here in the Bent Paddle taproom on April 5th and elevating our spirits to the most high. This show is one night and one night only! Come show your love and support for the soul shine medicine that is real authentic reggae music. Rik Jam will be accompanied by Dal-Wayne, born and raised in the hills of George Town, St. Mary, Jamaica along with our very own TNT HiFi who will be ensuring the good vibes never subside. Presented by and in partnership with Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival – *Be sure to check out the amazing lineup for this year’s festival on July 19th located at Bayfront Festival Park! Details: ~ Free Show | All Ages ~ Time 7-10p ~ Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival Ticket…

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