Heartland Heartwork Book Launch

Join Springboard for the Arts, Blandin Foundation, and Anderson Center as we celebrate the launch of Heartland, Heartwork: A Field Guide to Place and Possibility for Rural Leaders. This comprehensive field guide is designed to empower rural leaders in planning and executing effective place-based projects centered in arts, culture and creativity. Join us for a conversation with rural creative leaders about place-based work, and receive a free copy of the book to take home!

Forgotten All Stars Comedy Show & Open Mic Showcase

Join us for a night of laughs and knee slaps! We're rolling out our new Forgotten Stars Comedy Night Showcase for the fall and winter.
Twice a month, we welcome headliner comedians and kick off the show with open mic! Headliners will rotate every event, so you can keep coming back for more!

Flashlight Clueseum

Uncover the Secrets Lurking in the Dark!
Ready to step into the shadows and unravel a mystery like never before? Flashlight Clueseum is back—embark on an unforgettable quest to crack the case, armed with just a flashlight.

Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Prizes for the Fastest Sleuths!

Fallenstar: The Watchoverers

In collaboration with Duluth Playhouse, New Native Theatre presents Fallenstar: The Watchoverers, an exciting new superhero play by Ramón Esquivel. Running October 11 - 13, 2024 at the NorShor Theatre, this Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) play has been commissioned by the BIPOC Superhero Project. Led by playwright and educator José Casas, this new initiative is designed to give playwrights of color more access to regional theaters and create BIPOC characters in the TYA canon that are heroic and strong role models for all children.

Diamond Rio

Originating as The Tennessee River Boys in the 80’s, the band evolved into Diamond Rio in 1989. The following year, they signed with Arista Nashville, and in 1991, with the release of “Meet in The Middle,” became the first country music group in history to reach No. 1 with a debut single. The band is also known for their multi-week chart-topper “How Your Love Makes Me Feel,” cross-over hit “One More Day,” as well as timeless hits “Beautiful Mess,” “Unbelievable,” “I Believe,” and many more.

Ben Kyle (Romantica) + Paul Kyle: Father + Son // Album Release Show

Ben Kyle is an Irish-American singer-songwriter, recording artist and producer. He is best known as the lead singer and songwriter for the Americana band Romantica. He has won 10 International songwriting awards, and has worked with Ringo Starr, Ryan Adams, Lucinda Williams, Alejandro Escovedo, Sara Watkins (Nickelcreek), Dan Wilson and Carrie Rodriguez.

Ben’s father Paul Kyle is a doctor turned minister who is perhaps best known for penning the classic worship song Jesus, We Enthrone You.

Family Fun Day with Fridley Public Safety

Join us and the Fridley Public Safety Department for a Family Fun Day on Sunday, October 13!
Bring the family in and enjoy:
- Story Time with the Fridley Public Safety Department staff
- Coloring & crafts
- Giant jenga and more games
- Touch the Truck
Thanks to the Fridley Police and Fire Departments, Columbia Heights PD, and the Anoka County Sheriff's Office for making this event possible!
Story Time will begin at 11AM, games and touch the truck will be available through 4PM!

Art at Belwin

Explore the intersection between art and land restoration at Belwin. Come out to the Savanna Hills, a 246 acre oak savanna restoration, where you can see a preview of “Pentimento: Helen Allison Savanna,” an upcoming gallery show featuring photography and a documentary film by Regina M Flanagan.