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Arts around Minot

Men’s Work exhibit

Date: through Sept. 19

Time: Tuesday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and by special appointment.

Location: Taube Museum of Art, downtown Minot.

You Should Know: The Taube Museum of Art Main Gallery is featuring three local artists: Rich Solberg with metal works, Joe Lukach with wood works and Ben Wilson with clay works, which comprises over 200 pieces for the Men’s Work exhibition. Exhibits are free and open to the public. For more information, call the museum at 838-444.

‘The Magic Flute’

Dates: today

Time: 3 p.m.

Location: Ann Nicole Nelson Hall, Minot State University

You Should Know: The Western Plains Opera Company will perform the classic opera “The Magic Flute” on Sept. 11 and Sept. 13. “The Magic Flute,” which is in English, has themes of love, truth, good versus evil and redemption and takes a slightly different twist on the original story. It is modernized and set in Las Vegas. Ticket prices range from $15 to $25 by seating choice. Tickets can be purchased through the Western Plains Opera website, wpopera.org, the WPO Facebook page or by calling 858-3185.

‘Sing to the Spirit’

Date: today

Time: 3 p.m.

Location: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 2209-4th Ave. NW

You Should Know: Mari Sayler, a soprano from Devils Lake, will present the classical recital of sacred music. The concert is free.

Embermen Five Final Hurrah Concert

Date: Thursday

Time: 8 p.m.

Location: Minot City Auditorium

You Should Know: Don’t miss the Embermen Five final hurrah concert. Tickets are $20, with proceeds benefiting Minot State University Greek Life.

Art Fest in Williston

Date: Friday

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: Recreation Park, 400 block of 2nd Ave. W., Williston

You Should Know: The James Memorial Art Center will be hosting “Art Fest 2015” in Williston. There will be local and area craft, art and food vendors, live entertainment, “Peculiar Produce Pageant,” “Savory Salsa Challenge” and a live art auction. For more information, visit thejamesmemorial.org.

How We Survive

Dates: Sept. 25-26

Time: 6:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday

Location: Carnegie Center, 105-2nd Ave. SE

You Should Know: The Friday evening conversation will be facilitated by Brian Palecek, United Tribes Technical College instructor and humanities scholar. Authors of “Authentic Voices: How We Survive,” who are North-Dakota-based survivors of childhood abuse, will read from their hope-filled work and preview the rough cut of their new 15-minute film. Then the community will be invited to share in the conversation about “how we survive” and the challenges they face. On Saturday morning, Darren Renville, professional writer and member of the Oak Lake Writers Society, will offer an engaging writing workshop to enhance exploration of this topic. No previous writing experience is necessary. A light supper (Friday) and breakfast snacks (Saturday) will be provided. Sign language interpretation and social work CEUS are also available. Both events are free and open to the public.

Stayin’ Alive for 45 Birthday Bash

Dates: Oct. 16-17

Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday

Location: North Dakota State Fair Center

You Should Know: The public is invited to help the Taube Museum of Art celebrate 45 years of enriching lives through the visual arts. The Taube is holding a “Stayin’ Alive for 45” birthday celebration, formerly known as Artfest. Artwork will be on display at the event showcasing the visual arts. There will also be a booth decor contest for artists. Saturday is family day, which will feature the state’s largest painting party. Participants in the painting party can purchase $25 tickets to recreate Wendy Kimble’s winning artwork selection on a piece of canvas.

Arts around Minot

Men’s Work exhibit

Date: through Sept. 19

Time: Tuesday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and by special appointment.

Location: Taube Museum of Art, downtown Minot.

You Should Know: The Taube Museum of Art Main Gallery is featuring three local artists: Rich Solberg with metal works, Joe Lukach with wood works and Ben Wilson with clay works, which comprises over 200 pieces for the Men’s Work exhibition. Exhibits are free and open to the public. For more information, call the museum at 838-444.

Signing with Jolene

Dates; Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29

Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Location: to be determined upon registration

You Should Know: Learn the basics of American Sign Language. This class offers an opportunity to learn basic sign language to use with young children. Signing can be an effective, fun way to decrease frustration between you and your child. Call 857-6450 for class site and to register. The class is free, but pre-registration is required.

9/11 Ceremony

Date: Friday, Sept. 11

Time: 11 a.m.

Location: International Peace Garden, 14 miles north of Dunseith

You Should Know: The International Peace Garden will host a 9/11 ceremony open to the public. A bagpiper will lead the group, followed by a program featuring guest speakers and a performance by North Star Cando School students. Admission is free. For more information, call 888-432-6733.

‘For the Love of Art’ reception

Date: Friday, Sept. 11

Time: 7 to 9 p.m.

Location: James Memorial Art Center, 621-1st Ave. W., Williston

You Should Know: The James Memorial Art Center will present “For the Love of Art,” an exhibition of the artworks donated to the art center by Dr. Rex and Carole Wiederanders. The exhibit will be open to the public, free admission, Sept. 4-30. A special reception will be held Sept. 19. People are encouraged to participate in an evening of art, refreshments and entertainment.

Art Fest in Williston

Date: Friday, Sept. 19

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: Recreation Park, 400 block of 2nd Ave. W., Williston

You Should Know: The James Memorial Art Center will be hosting “Art Fest 2015” in Williston. There will be local and area craft, art and food vendors, live entertainment, “Peculiar Produce Pageant,” “Savory Salsa Challenge” and a live art auction. For more information, visit thejamesmemorial.org.

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