Kyia Britts was always a “sports kid” growing up, but when her brother auditioned for a play at their church, Britts followed suit. Then as a fifth...
Arts
Join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s Wacipi
Wacipi, which means “they dance” in Dakota language, is a traditional Native American gathering. Celebrate life, pride and honor with dances and...
Caponi Art Park Unveils New Art Experience
Marlena Myles’s augmented reality installation creates a new way to experience Caponi Art Park in Eagan. Art lovers who visit Caponi Art Park this...
Music in Kelley Park Returns to Apple Valley
The Apple Valley Arts Foundation supports live music and education. On Friday nights in the summer, Apple Valley’s Kelley Park is abuzz thanks to...
Eagan Art House Breaks New Ground
Enjoy the same great arts programming in a larger, more accessible space. Since opening its doors in 1997, the Eagan Art House has served as a...
Nutcracker for All
The Twin Cities Ballet offers an updated, distinctly Minnesota twist on the classic ballet with a sensory-friendly performance. Remember that scene...
Fall into Art
Meet local artists, buy original artwork or make your own masterpiece at these art events in September: Eagan Art Block The fifth annual Eagan Art...
Chalk Fest Takes Over Downtown Prior Lake
Watch temporary masterpieces made with chalk come to life in Prior Lake. Make your own mark or admire the work of professional chalk artists along...
Ahh-Inspiring Patriotic Celebration
Apple Valley’s Freedom Days culminates with a fireworks display. City of Apple Valley staff snapped this picture at the 56th annual Apple Valley...
Volunteers Make the Lakefront Music Fest a Success
Volunteers make the Lakefront Music Fest successful for concertgoers and the community. In its 14th year, the Lakefront Music Fest has become an...
Seeking Nature’s Beauty
Photographer Roslynn Long spots a wild animal at the Minnesota Zoo. Most people go to the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley to see the zoo animals, but...
Beadwork Artist Finds a Path To Healing With Art
Eagan artist Sheila Bayle finds peace creating wearable art. Six years ago, Sheila Bayle made a life-changing decision: “I was ready to go and be a...
Sunshine on Snow
Wayne Moran captures the beauty after a winter storm. Photographer Wayne Moran of Eagan is always looking for the next stunning shot. On his...