Past Events
September 2016
Salon Nordeast presents “HerShelf”
On the eve of a game-changing election for women, Salon Nordeast presents "HerShelf," a panel discussion about writing and publishing in a male-centric industry.
Find out more »Get Acquainted Breakfast: Fall Fine Arts Showcase
The Northeast Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce, will have its Get Acquainted Breakfast: Fall Fine Arts Showcase, Wednesday, Sept. 21, 7:30-9 a.m., at Solar Arts by Chow Girls.
Find out more »February 2017
Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market Winter Market
The Northeast Farmers Market will have its Winter Market, Wednesday, March 15, 4-7 p.m., at the Solar Arts Building by Chowgirls.
Find out more »December 2018
Northeast Winter Market
The Northeast Farmers Market will have a Winter Market, Sunday, Dec. 16, 10 am- 2 pm, at Solar Arts by Chowgirls, 711 15 Ave. NE.
Find out more »February 2019
Edison Third Annual Soup Wars at Solar Arts
The Edison Activity Council (EAC) will have its Third Annual Soup Wars fundraiser, a family friendly community get-together, Thursday, Feb. 21, 6-9 pm, at the Solar Arts Building, courtesy of Chow Girls, 711 15th Ave.
Find out more »April 2019
October 2021
Arts District candidate forum
Northeast Minneapolis Arts District has invited all candidates for First and Third Wards, Minneapolis, to answer arts and land-use-related questions in a live forum Monday, Oct. 18, 6:30-8:30 pm at the Solar Arts Building, 3rd floor, 711 15th Ave. NE. Major candidates have confirmed participation. Audience questions on only the above subjects will be directed through the moderator and may be submitted before Oct. 18 to info@northeastminneapolisartsdistrict.org or in writing at the event. The arts district strongly encourages masks for…
Find out more »November 2021
#FrameYourRights Exhibit
Art to Change the World will stage a four-day exhibit focusing on social justice, Thursday Nov. 4, 5-9 pm; Friday, Nov. 5, 5-9 pm; Saturday, Nov. 6, noon–8 pm; Sunday, Nov. 7, noon–4 pm. When Texas passed the law denying the marginalized their reproductive freedom (the wealthy can travel across state lines), Natalie McGuire felt compelled to take action. She wrote to the curator of the Arcadia Art Show, Tyler, Tex., saying respectfully, she could not send her art into…
Find out more »December 2021
April 2022
“Today I’m Alright” free workshop
Art to Change the World and I.C.O.N. present “Today I’m Alright,” a free workshop funded by Minnesota State Arts Board (DATE TO BE DETERMINED, THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHEDULED from its original April 16 date), in the Solar Arts building, 711 15th Ave. NE. Anyone experiencing trauma is invited to join the licensed counselor/art teacher/survivor team for two hours of resource sharing, art-making, conversation, and identifying strategies for change. Your trauma is not terminal. You are not broken. Limit of…
Find out more »June 2022
“Today I’m Alright” free workshop
The I.C.O.N/TODAY, I’m Alright healing workshop invites all experiencing trauma to join the licensed counselor/art teacher /survivor team for two hours of resource sharing, art-making, conversation, and importantly – identifying strategies for change. This experience ripples out and cross-connects people who need support. Your trauma is not terminal. You are not broken. Limit of 6-8 people. Family groups encouraged. Regular price: $200, but free thanks to Minnesota State Art Board Funding. Led by Sandra Reardon, Barbara Bridges, and Bianca Dawkins. Saturday,…
Find out more »September 2022
Kyriopoulos to read at Solar Arts
Marjorie Lin Kyriopoulos, the author of "HeartStrings," will read excerpts from her memoir and share how the trauma of her aunt’s untimely death worked its way into her heart, traveling through three generations of her family. She will also share how writing HeartStrings helped her heal, epigenetically, two generations later. Marjorie will share how she was guided by the past to discover events in her family’s history, hoping to inspire a conversation about the healing power of creativity. Kris Lange’s…
Find out more »February 2023
Art Market + Live Music + Gallery Show
Saturday, Feb. 18, the 2nd floor of the Solar Arts Building will host open artist studios where visitors can shop, browse and meet local artists. The 2nd Floor Gallery Stage will showcase live performances by some great local musicians, including Royal Hiptites, John Siqveland, Jim Walsh, Dave Dvorak, and Emmy Woods. Noon- 6 pm, Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave. NE.
Find out more »March 2023
“BLUE: An Exploration of Color & Contemplation”
Solar Arts presents “BLUE: An Exploration of Color & Contemplation," featuring the work of exclusively local artists. Explore the shifting emotions associated with the color blue. Opening reception March 2, 5-9 pm and closing reception March 11, 12-6 pm, with live music and Best of Show award. Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave. NE.
Find out more »April 2023
Mississippi River Pearl Exhibition
A group of ten Art to Change the World members collected trash along the Mississippi River and used the items to create an educational interactive artwork. See the Mississippi River Pearl sculpture, sit on its winged throne and open each of the 21 unique drawers. Chance to win a free t-shirt! Saturday, April 22, 1-6 pm, Solar Arts Building 2nd floor, 711 NE 15th Ave. This project was funded by the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO). www.arttochangetheworld.org/mississippi-management-and-watershed-project
Find out more »June 2023
Art to Change the World Pride exhibit
Saturday, June 10, 12-6 pm, Solar Arts Building 2nd floor, 711 NE 15th Ave. Art to Change the World (ACW) will host a body image-themed art show for Pride month. See work by 25 artists and drag performances by Cece Thomas, Sher DeWealth and Miss Honesty Jackson. One of the participants will run a bra donation as part of their artwork. Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/O2NCaZ82
Find out more »November 2023
ACW Holiday Showcase
Art to Change the World will host its first-ever holiday showcase Nov. 19, 2-6 pm on the second floor of the Solar Arts Building, 711 15th Ave NE. Events include the launch of projects Critique Cabaret, SWAP & Barter, and Trash to Treasure. An art exhibition will be held in the Fox Den Gallery. Critique Cabaret is a space for creatives to share a piece of work and receive feedback from fellow creatives. SWAP & Barter explores the concept of…
Find out more »April 2024
Critique Cabaret
Looking for a place to share your work? A place to get constructive feedback from an engaged audience? Art to Change the World’s Critique Cabaret will feature poetry, paintings, books, multimedia pieces. They can all be a part of this grand cabaret, so come one come all. Thursday, April 4, 2nd floor lobby of the Solar Arts Building. Over a dozen open studios to visit. Hours for the Critique 6-7:30 pm, 711 15th Ave. NE.
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