ECRAC and Local Art Events Calendar

Nature works constantly—pollinators fertilize crops, wetlands filter and divert water, fungi and microbes enrich soil—all without cost, contract, or recognition. These unpaid systems quietly sustain our food supply, economy and communities…

In the Underground Gallery, "Going with the Flow," celebrates the dynamic interplay of water and nature in art. Featuring art from Keith Stangeland and Nancy Crombie.  Keith's primary medium is fluid art and alcohol ink pieces but he…

That’s What Eye Saw returns for its 11th year, and showcases a diverse collection of photographic work from local artists, capturing the essence of their unique perspectives and experiences in the Freemore Gallery. There will be an Opening…

Learn to create a painting using fabrics like wool and felt. Each student will make a painting with wool using a felt background, felting needles and a wool felting pad. The painting can be framed by the student if they so desire.…

Kids Are Artists, Too! - FREE 4th Saturday Art Class! This inclusive art class is for all ages and abilities. Class begins with a brief, inspiring picture story, and then is followed by an art project. This Month we will be reading Pocket…

OPEN MIC, BRING YOUR POETRY TO SHARE OR COME LISTEN AND ENJOY GOOD WORK AND GOOD PEOPLE

Students will learn how to make stained glass via scoring, breaking, copper fooling, and soldering glass. This workshop will give students an overview on stained glass, which products to gather and how to use them, and give a brief…

Join us for our 63rd Songwriters in the round, featuring two duos: Curtis & Loretta & the Roe Family Singers! Admission is Free. Seating is limited, so please arrive early. Minneapolis based "Curtis & Loretta” are a folk singer…

Come hear the winter concert for Chisago Lake Area’s Community Choir, Unexpected Company Chorale! We have prepared an eclectic mix of music for you including selections from the Messiah! We look forward to having you join us!!

Come hear the winter concert for Chisago Lakes Area’s Community Choir, Unexpected Company Chorale! An eclectic mix of music including selections from the Messiah!

The St. Lucia Celebration is an annual event in Mora, MN around the time of the year when there are the shortest daylight days. Part of the program involves crowning the 2025 St. Lucia, the Queen of Lights, followed by a musical program.…

If you’re interested in learning more about the East Central Regional Arts Council (ECRAC) and the grants available to artists living in region 7E use the link below to register for this session.