Along with the hundreds of open artist studios, here are some of the special events being hosted by NEMAA Artist Members this year. (A Flyer with a list of these events will be available at all of the major buildings during AAW.  Click here to download .)

 Go straight to the date you're interested in:
        -->   Friday Evening, May 16,  5-10pm  
        -->   Saturday Afternoon & Evening, May 17, Noon-10pm  
        -->   Sunday Afternoon, May 18, Noon-5pm  
        -->   Weekend-Long Events    
 

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FRIDAY EVENING, MAY 16th from 5:00-10:00 p.m.

the power of women: what does it look like?
WARM* Mentor Program Exhibition
18 teams, 52 artists, 52 lives, ONE SHOW
See for yourself, Come vote for your vision!
Opening Reception, Friday May 16th, 5-10pm
Solo performance by folk singer-songwriter Beth Kinderman, 6-9pm at the Grain Belt Bottling House Atrium
79 Thirteenth Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN
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Wine tasting at Kallsen Studio
Meet artists Angela and Jason Kellsen and view their current work while sampling a variety of wines and cheeses from around the world. See Angela’s “Grapevine Series” paintings that focus on old vines and our influences on their life cycles, and view Jason’s photographs of historic and influential wineries.        Friday May 16, 5-10 pm.
Thorp Building
1618 Central Ave NE, Suite 6
612-789-9910, http://www.angelakallsen.com or http://www.jasonkallsen.com

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+Shattered Dreams/Dreaming of Shatters
Presented by the Minnesota Mosaic Guild (MMG). Featuring work by more than 25 mosaic artists, including wall art, mirrors, sculpture, furniture, windows, picture frames and more.   Opening reception Friday, May 16, 5-10 pm.
Thorp Building, Suite 153
1618 Central Ave NE
http://www.minnesotamosaicguild.org

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+Live acoustic music
Hosted by Joe Gergen, furniture maker and designer . Featuring original and vintage Americana music by Pulver and Ryan. Friday, May 16, 5-10 pm
Keg House Bldg, Lower Level
34 13th Avenue NE

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Pure Pleasure: 10 Years of Curating from Yuri Arajs
Presented by Placement Gallery. Featuring work by Douglas Padilla, Venus, Nicholas Harper, JAO, Greg Gossel, Amy Rice, John Grider, Bill Borden, Ernest Miller, Jennifer Davis, Jamie Carrera, Terrance Payne, Joe Aschebrook, Doug Forbes and more. Live speed-painting performance by JAO, with music by DJ Espada. Friday, May 16, 6-10 pm
Thorp Bldg, Suite 125
1620 Central Ave NE
612-242-9199 or yuri@yuriarajs.com

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+LORETTA BEBEAU (abstract/conceptual paintings) and JUDY WESTERGARD (realist/conceptual paintings) invite you to join them when they’ll host the acoustic group, TRIO TIPO Friday and Saturday evenings. Listeners will appreciate the unique sound Trio Tipo calls Acoustic Fusion.  Their blended sounds mirror the blended painting styles of the visual artists hosting them.  Refreshments will be served.
Friday, May 16: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Studio 343, Northrup King Building

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+Hands-on figure construction
Artist Deborah Foutch demonstrates how to construct mixed-media figures on wire armatures with sculpted, wrapped and quilted materials. Participants create their own small figure as a keepsake. Friday, May 16, 6 pm & Sunday, May 18, 1 pm
Casket Arts Carriage House, Suite 303
1720 Madison St NE
612-730-4281 or http://deborahfoutch.com

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Camden Music School
Camden Music School’s first AAW gig features an Instrument Zoo (hands-on instrument explorations), music lesson consultations, student performances, sing-a-longs and paint-to-music activities. Acoustic performance by singer/songwriter Jeffrey Willkomm on Friday, May 16, 6-7 pm.
Waterbury Bldg
1121 Jackson St NE

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Live performance by Captain Yonder
Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Pfeiffer is a founding member of Captain Yonder. The former truck driver, philosophy major, maritime cadet, orchestra musician and lawyer creates rich and provocative music that features guitar, drums, cello, glockenspiel, whistle and saw. Friday, May 16, 6-8 pm.
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 404
http://www.captainyonder.com

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+Heliotrope Five at the Ritz Theater
An annual, three-day exhibition of contemporary underground music presented by Flaneur Productions. All local music, plus Suishou No Fune, a Tokyo modern-psych band. Friday, May 16 & Saturday, May 17, 6-11:30 pm. Tickets are $8 (one day); $15 (two days) or $20 (three days) and are available through Flaneur or at the door.
Ritz Theater
345 13th Ave NE
612-623-7660, desiree@balletofthedolls.org or www.flaneurproductions.com

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+Willie August Project
Modern, melodic jazz by the Willie August Project. Friday, May 16, 6:30-9:30 pm.
Northrup King Building
1500 Jackson Street NE, Suite 332
http://www.myspace.com/willieaugust

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"reNEWal"
Gallery 122 at Hang It presents new work by photographer Jeff Baker and sculptor Kari Reardon. Gallery hours: Mon & Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Tue-Thu 9 am-7 pm, Sat 10 am-4 pm. Closed Sun. The exhibit runs through June 27. Opening reception Friday, May 16, 7-10 pm.
122 8th St SE (between Central & E. Hennepin Aves)
612-874-7222.
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A Special One Artist Showing. "The Works of Adam Turman"
Screenprints of Minneapolis and more
Opening Reception At Artistic Indulgence
May 16th  7pm-10pm (Show runs until June 13th)
Anyone purchasing work by Turman or other artists during AAW will receive 25% off framing or re-framing. Turman exhibit runs through June 13. Special AAW hours: Fri 9:30 am-10 pm; Sat 9:30 am-7 pm; Sun 10 am-2 pm. Opening reception Friday, May 16, 7-10 pm. Saturday 9:30-7pm Sunday 10-2pm                                302 E Hennepin
612-746-4508

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Americana music performed by
The Eelpout Stringers.
Friday,  May 16, 7-9pm
on the 4th floor of The Casket Arts Building
681 17th Ave NE
http://www.myspace.com/eelpouts

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+To Dye For hands-on demo
Textile Artist Lisa Bandemer demonstrates three traditional Japanese dyeing techniques.
Friday, May 16, 7 pm
Casket Arts Carriage House
1720 Madison St NE, Suite 200
612-273-2896 or zaftigarttowear.com

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+Spot-A-Whirl
spotArt gallery celebrates its sixth anniversary of Spot-A-Whirl, with work by nine artists. Friday music by Lonesome Dan Kase, henna by Judy O.  Receptions Friday, May 16 (& Saturday, May 17) 7-11 pm. Music 8 pm.
River Arts Bldg
1828 Marshall Ave NE
612-296-3689 or spotart.org

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+Live Jazz at the Casket Arts Building
by BigBody AppleHead
Friday May 16th 7-9
Hosted by Walter Horishnyk and other collective artists
in the photography studio of Shelly Mosman
http://www.horishnyk.com
Suite 414
681 17th Ave NE

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R.P Kittsteiner Art Gallery will have a music concert by Peter Ostroushko Friday May 16 at 8 PM suggested donation $10
Oil paintings by Rosi Kittsteiner and Urns by Bradley Royce
we are at 807-9 University Ave NE Mpls 55413
612 362 9190
www.rosiartgallery.com

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+Dancing with Paint 
Experience an art performance by Sandra Dowd , as she paints a large portrait of Johnny Depp to music, applying pastels to the beat of the music from his movies. Watch her transform a blank canvas into a recognizable person in 20 minutes.                 Friday, May 16, 8 pm.
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Studio 376
http://www.sandradowd.com

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Xelias Aerial Arts Studio Presents:
Student Showcase
Adult Show May 16th 8:00PM
admission $10. and 12 and under $5.00.
Address: Xelias Aerial Arts Studio, suite 139 (Waterbury Building)
1121 Jackson St. NE
651-269-3302
xeliasmeg@mac.com
http://www.watchhumansfly.com

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+AREA 52:  FEATURED ARTISTS
FRIDAY MAY 16,  8-10 pm
Area 52 is a collaborative of over 400 Twin City area musicians
and songwriters. Swing by, enjoy some tunes!
& OPEN JAM NIGHT   10 pm -?
Every Friday is Area 52's Open Jam Night. After Art-A-Whirl's
opening night, the public is invited this time to get into the mix!
CASKET ARTS CARRIAGE HOUSE -  SUITE 304                        1720 NE Madison St.
Minneapolis, MN 55413

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SATURDAY AFTERNOON & EVENING,  MAY 17TH  from 12:00 -8:00 p.m.

+Cobalt Condominiums
Zoran Mojsilov Sculpture Dedication
Saturday, May 17  11:00 a.m.
Corner of Central & University Avenues
Join Cobalt residents, local officials and neighbors for the dedication of the Zoran Mojsilov sculpture located just blocks from the Mississippi River at the entry to Prairiestone Pharmacy, Cobalt Condominiums and Lund’s grocery store.   Titled “Blade”, the sculpture was carved from Black Mesabi Stone from a quarry in Biwabik. http://www.cobaltcondominiums.com
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MNATA art experimental: Power Hats
Do you fear art? Power hats are the elixir! Make “power hats” during AAW. Presented by MNATA (Minnesota Art Therapy Association). Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17, noon-5 pm.
California Building:  2205 California Street, NE - Studio 203
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+METAL AND MUSIC
Music Saturday May 17th from 12-8pm
Jello Slave -The Mighty Mofos- The Loose Rails- Arcwelder
Lumber- Jackie Wilson- Alias- Repo- Marcy School Rock Band
Hot forged blacksmithing demonstrations all day Saturday
and Sunday.
ELias Metal Studio -  http://www.eliasmetalstudio.com
1129 Van Buren St. N.E.
Questions? Call Lisa @612-362-9570

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+GROUP ART PROJECT: FOLDED PAPER SCULPTURE
CASKET ARTS CARRIAGE HOUSE SUITE 100  Throughout  SATURDAY MAY 17 & SUNDAY MAY 18
Get into a sculpture!  Join the group project. Your contribution
will be assembled into a wall sculpture based on the paper folding
techniques developed by Sculptor Fred Annes.   612-964-9066
1720 NE Madison St.
Minneapolis, MN 55413

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DJ, ANIMATED SHORTS, & AFTERNOON CONCERT
SATURDAY MAY 17
12 pm - Put the Needle on the Record: DJ Playing Tasty Cuts
1 pm -Watch It!  Animated Short Films for Children 2 pm - 6:30 Concert : Whirl Swirl Shake & Twirl, Rude Girl,  Davina & the Vagabonds,  Gospel Gossip,  & His Mischief
CASKET ARTS BUILDING, SUITE 115 - 681 17th Avenue NE Studio Minneapolis, MN 55413

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+Q.ARMA BUILDING SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE
MUSIC:
IN THE STREET ALL DAY SATURDAY, MAY 17.
12:00 – 1:30 Bankrupt In Panama-Other-worldly improbable improvisation.
2:00 – 3:30  Until The End-Supremely talented and inspired acoustic guitars.
4:00 – 5:30  Captain Yonder-“hallucinatory-country that’s woozy and creepy”
6:00 – 7:30  Breaksea Caravel-A dark theatrical orchestra.
DEMONSTRATIONS:
IN THE STREET ALL DAY SATURDAY, MAY 17
Pottery demonstrations by Anthony and Nick.
MOVIES, BRATS AND BONFIRE:
IN THE YARD, SATURDAY NIGHT, MAY 17
Weather permitting.
The lights go down, the film starts up.  We’ll be showing Barnstormers, a delightful short film showing many artists painting on the side of an old barn, and Baraka a stunning view of our world. 

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Art of the Parti
Presented by Vesper College , this workshop offers demonstrations by professors and students on the process of developing a parti (concept diagram) and using it to drive your work. Saturday, May 17, 1-3 pm.
201 6th St SE
612-750-9538
http://www.vespercollege.com

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Xelias Aerial Arts Studio Presents:
Student Showcase
Youth Show May 17 & 18, 1:00PM
admission $10. and 12 and under $5.00.
Address: Xelias Aerial Arts Studio, suite 139 (Waterbury Building)
1121 Jackson St. NE
651-269-3302
xeliasmeg@mac.com
http://www.watchhumansfly.com

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+Artist reception at Key North
Nancy Stephani will display her latest paintings and mixed media constructions. Her connections to the tropics makes her a favorite of Key North. Meet the artist at this opening reception on Saturday, May 17, 1:30-3:30 pm.
Key North
515 1st Ave NE
612-455-6666

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Shooting Stars’ Digital Photo Show
Youth group Shooting Stars will hold an opening reception for its “Digital Photo Show” in the Children’s Gathering Area of Pierre Bottineau Library. Saturday, May 17, 1-4 pm.
Pierre Bottineau Library
55 Broadway St. NE
612-630-6890

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+Polymer Clay Demos
The Polymer Clay Guild of Minnesota will present a demonstration outdoors in the Keg House parking lot all day on Saturday. Learn about a variety of techniques, including millefiore, mokume gane, special bead making and other seemingly magical polymer clay tricks.
Keg House parking lot
13 34th Ave NE

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+Qi Lounge Community Acupuncture
Take a 15-minute break and get your Qi (energy) flowing. Sample the ancient healing art of acupuncture from the Qi Lounge. Saturday, May 17 & Sunday, May 28, 1-5 pm.
Casket Arts Carriage House , 2nd Floor Lounge
1720 Madison St NE

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Studio 404 - NorthrupKing Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE
Bubble Art
Heidi Ehalt
www.heidiehalt.com
Saturday May 17th and Sunday May 18th 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Kids of all ages stop by Bubble Town Studio and show us your Bubble Skills.  We'll mix up a special Bubble Juice and set up a Bubble Canvas for Bubble Fun.

*Free 5 min Rune Consultations
Kari Tauring   
www.karitauring.com
Saturday May 17th 3:00 to 6:00 pm Sit down, relax and let Kari give you a Norse Shamanic Rune readings.  Spring is the best time to quiet your mind and let the Viking alphabet speak to you.

*Saturday May 17th 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Live Music
Captain Yonder
www.captainyonder.com

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MY ART SCHOOL SUMMER -  ADULTS ONLY ANIMATED CARTOON at the Ritz Theater
“My Art School Summer,” the first, hand-drawn animated cartoon produced in Northeast Minneapolis makes its debut at the Ritz Theater during AAW. The 90-minute feature is a sex-comedy for adults, created by animators David and Mary Sandberg of Out on a Limb Animation. The film premiered at the Festival of International Erotic Animation in Rio de Janeiro in November 2007. No one under 18 years old will be admitted. Saturday, May 17, 2 pm; $5 suggested donation.
Ritz Theater
345 13th Ave NE
612-623-7660 or http://www.ritztheaterfoundation.org

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+Edison High School/Hollywood Theater Mural Dedication
Edison High School students and artist Tim Schlamp dedicates their newly created mural, “Community Cultural Gardens in Art Deco,” on the historic Hollywood Theater. With a student/teacher art show and sale, and music by the Edison High School band. *This location is a trolley stop. Saturday, May 17, 2 pm
2815 Johnson St NE
http://www.edison.mpls.k12/mn.us

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+Cold connection and riveting precious metals
Jeweler Sarah Michaela Sitarz demonstrates techniques utilized in forming precious metals into “hot, yet cool” wearable art. Saturday, May 17, 3 pm.
Casket Arts Bldg
1700 Madison St NE, Suite 211
612-968-3199 or sarahmichaeladesigns.com

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+Elsie’s Food and Drink Specials
Enjoy a parking lot picnic, and art-making for kids. Paint a bowling pin for a chance to wine a party package. Saturday & Sunday.
Elsie’s
729 Marshall St NE
612-378-9701

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+Lift Kids is having a 3-day exhibition of photographs by Jim Daniels, professional photographer from National Geographic Lives of Service. Jim Daniels will be at Lift Kids May 17th and 18th to speak. Artwork from around the world will be on sale.
Lift Kids is located at 1302 2nd St. NE Suite #220, Minneapolis, MN 55413 (612)-379-0808
cswenson@liftkids.org
www.liftkids.org

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Guitarist Soli Hughes
Soli Hughes is a world-class guitarist with two gold records for his work on “Africa To America” and “The Evolution of Gospel.” He has played with BB King, Roy Ayers, Stevie Wonder, the Jackson 5, and was an original member of Flyte Tyme. Saturday, May 17, 5-8 pm.
Sharra Frank Fine Art Mosaics
Northrup King Bldg, Suite 469
612-203-1560, sharra@sharrafrank.com or sharrafrank.com

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+Woodcarving Demo
Watch the chips fly as award-winning woodcarver Cecilia Schiller demonstrates the art of traditional woodcarving. Cecilia is trained in European relief carving and traditional Balinese mask carving. No noisy machines here—this is all by hand. Saturday, May 17, 5 pm.
Casket Arts Carriage House
1720 Madison St NE, Suite 100
651-917-6493 or http://www.schillerwoodcarving.com

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+Live Jazz at the Casket Arts Building
by BigBody AppleHead
Saturday May 17th 5-6
Hosted by Walter Horishnyk and other collective artists
in the photography studio of Shelly Mosman
http://www.horishnyk.com
Suite 414
681 17th Ave NE

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"I Dreamed I Dream" : Deuce Seven, Rudy Fig, DC Ice and Keith Eric
The Gallery @ Fox Tax and guest curator Emma Berg of mplsart.com present “I Dreamed I Dream,” a group exhibition of four painters whose work represents the places born in the moments spent drifting behind closed eyes. Opening reception Saturday, May 17, 6-11 pm . Exhibit runs through June 15.
The Gallery @ Fox Tax
503 1st Ave NE

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+Acoustic, Old-World Klezmer
Classic klezmer is Jewish music that originated centuries ago in small Eastern European town. In klezmer, the instruments—fidl, tsimbl, clarinet and bass—represent human characteristics, such as laughing and crying. Performers include Judith Eisner, Diane Benjamin, Becky Erickson and Jennifer Rubin. Saturday, May 17, 6-8 pm
California Bldg, Suite 501
2205 California St NE
armington007@gmail.com or babybluearts.com

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+LORETTA BEBEAU (abstract/conceptual paintings) and JUDY WESTERGARD (realist/conceptual paintings) invite you to join them when they’ll host the acoustic group, TRIO TIPO Friday and Saturday evenings. Listeners will appreciate the unique sound Trio Tipo calls Acoustic Fusion.  Their blended sounds mirror the blended painting styles of the visual artists hosting them.  Refreshments will be served.
Saturday, May 17:  6 - 8:00 pm
Studio 343, Northrup King Building

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+Heliotrope Five at the Ritz Theater
An annual, three-day exhibition of contemporary underground music presented by Flaneur Productions. All local music, plus Suishou No Fune, a Tokyo modern-psych band. Friday, May 16 & Saturday, May 17, 6-11:30 pm. Tickets are $8 (one day); $15 (two days) or $20 (three days) and are available through Flaneur or at the door.
Ritz Theater
345 13th Ave NE
612-623-7660, desiree@balletofthedolls.org or www.flaneurproductions.com

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+spotArt gallery presents spot-a-whirl, celebrating it's sixth anniversary supporting local art. nine artists on display saturday, may 17
music by the brass kings
firedancing by illumination
music starts at 8
spotArt gallery
1828 marshall st ne
river arts building
612-296-3689
http://www.spotArt.org

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Haunted by a Painter’s Ghost & Pieces of Italy
Icebox Gallery presents two exhibits . “Haunted by a Painter’s Ghost” features black and white images by Dominic Rouse. These seamless photo-compositions reflect elaborate details plucked from reality and reassembled into rich, surrealistic dreamscapes. Howard Christopherson captures people and places in everyday moments in “Pieces of Italy.” Exhibits run through August 9. Opening reception Saturday, May 17, 8 pm-midnight.
Icebox Quality Framing & Gallery
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 443
612-788-1790 or www.iceboxminnesota.com

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+AREA 52:  AFTER HOURS MUSIC
SATURDAY MAY 17,  8 pm
After Saturday's whirl of events, Area 52 turns it on with more live
music to enjoy!
CASKET ARTS CARRIAGE HOUSE SUITE 304                          1720 NE Madison St.
Minneapolis, MN 55413

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Black Blondie at the Red Stag Supperclub
Live music by Black Blondie. No cover. Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 pm.
Red Stag Supperclub
509 1st Ave NE
612.767.7766 or redstagsupperclub.com

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*NEED AN Art-A-Whirl MAP? CLICK HERE*

SUNDAY AFTERNOON, MAY 18th from 12:00-5:00 p.m.

+How To Buy And Invest In Original Art Prints
Textile artist and art collector Georgean “Lady Georg” Swartz discuss how the value of quality art prints is determined. Sunday, May 18, 1 pm.
Casket Arts Bldg, 3rd Floor Lounge
1700 Madison St NE
612-865-3552
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+ELEMENTAL MIXED MEDIA: HANDS ON !
SUNDAY MAY 18, 1 pm
Artist Deborah Foutch demonstrates the layered process of her
fiber based mixed media landscape pieces. Participants then create
their own horizon pin as a keepsake.
www.deborah foutch.com 612-730-4281
Casket Arts Carriage House SUITE 303                                1720 NE Madison St.
Minneapolis, MN 55413

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+COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE
SUNDAY MAY 18, 1- 5 pm
Take a 15 minute break and get your Qi (energy) flowing & sample the ancient healing art of Acupuncture from the Qi Lounge
Casket Arts Carriage House 2nd FLOOR LOUNGE
1720 NE Madison St.
Minneapolis, MN 55413

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+Tornado Art Exhibit and Demonstration                           Sunday May 18th at 2:00 p.m A family friendly event presented by Perry Ingli, who created this year’s AAW directory cover art as well as an AAW poster from 1997.  See slides of his three commissioned tornadoes for the Discovery Gallery at the Science Museum of Minnesota.
Perry Ingli
759 Pierce St. NE, Suite 2F
612-331-7138, ingli.artist@mac.com   or
http://www.ingliart.com  
http://perryingli.blogspot.com/

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Studio 404 - NorthrupKing Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE
Bubble Art
Heidi Ehalt
www.heidiehalt.com
Sunday May 18th 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Kids of all ages stop by Bubble Town Studio and show us your Bubble Skills.  We'll mix up a special Bubble Juice and set up a Bubble Canvas for Bubble Fun.

*Free 5 min Rune Consultations
Kari Tauring  
www.karitauring.com
Sunday May 18th 2:00 to 5:00 pm
Sit down, relax and let Kari give you a Norse Shamanic Rune readings.  Spring is the best time to quiet your mind and let the Viking alphabet speak to you.

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+Come to ELSIE'S for Art-A Whirl
Food & Drink Specials All Weekend!
Picnic in Our Parking Lot
Bring the Kids & Have Them Make Their Own Art!
Paint a Bowling Pin for a Chance to Win a Party Package
Saturday & Sunday Only - Also, Be Sure to Check Out the Art Displayed in Our Banquet Room
ELSIE'S 729 Marshall Street NE (612)-378-9701

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+Lift Kids is having a 3-day exhibition of photographs by Jim Daniels, professional photographer from National Geographic Lives of Service. Jim Daniels will be at Lift Kids May 17th and 18th to speak. Artwork from around the world will be on sale.
Lift Kids is located at 1302 2nd St. NE Suite #220, Minneapolis, MN 55413 (612)-379-0808
cswenson@liftkids.org
www.liftkids.org

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+Body-part Casting Demo
Sculptor Jon O. Erikson will select a volunteer and create a startling, algenate and plaster life-cast. Sunday, May 18, 3 pm .
Casket Arts Carriage House
1720 Madison St NE, Suite 200
612-747-9144 or www.dramatic-environments.com

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+Acoustic guitarist Ben Pena
Ben will be playing a “Bel Canto” style of traditional and standard international music.
Sunday, May 18, 3-5 pm. 
Casket Arts Building
1700 Madison St NE, 4th Floor
612-616-5040 or artdeanne.com

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Fifteen Minutes of Fashion
See a live fashion show and photo shoot featuring designs by Laura Fulk, Mindy Martell, Nancy Pohl, Ivan Idland, Greta Herman and Saira Huff. With music by Slim Dulap, Molly Maher, Alicia Corbett, Robert Wilkinson and more. Hosted by Colleen Kruse, with boutique beer and wine sampling. The event takes place Saturday, May 17 at 4 pm in the freight elevator and is followed by a meet-and-greet in suite 145. Music runs from noon-10 pm.
Thorp Bldg
1618 Central Ave NE

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+GROUP ART PROJECT: FOLDED PAPER SCULPTURE
Throughout  SATURDAY MAY 17 & SUNDAY MAY 18
Get into a sculpture!  Join the group project. Your contribution
will be assembled into a wall sculpture based on the paper folding techniques developed by Sculptor Fred Annes.             612-964-9066
CASKET ARTS CARRIAGE HOUSE SUITE 100                        1720 NE Madison St.
Minneapolis, MN 55413

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NEMAA Silent Auction
The Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association (NEMAA) will hold a silent auction during AAW, featuring work by dozens of members.
Northrup King Building  1500 Jackson St NE, 3rd Floor Gallery 

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Coloring Book Adventure Series Book Signing
Artist Kendall Bohn signs copies of his new Kaleidoscopia Coloring Books, which include “Abstract Adventure III” (a discovery of color) and “Fantasy Adventure” (unicorns, fairies, mermaids, winged lions and a two-headed dragon).
California Bldg
2205 California St NE, Suite 305
www.kendallbohn.com

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Art and Glass
Art and glass co-mingle at ArtBlok. Michael Boyd’s FOCI Glass Studio will offer glassblowing demos, and fine art will be displayed on the balcony above the glassworks. Chocolatier BT McElrath will sell delicacies on Friday, May 16, 3-6 pm ; Saturday , May 17 from 10 am-2 pm ; and Sunday, May 18, noon-5 pm .
ArtBlok
2010 E. Hennepin Ave (at Taft St)

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Angel Bomb Design Letterpress Action
Angel Bomb Design churns out prints on a 100-year-old, half-ton letterpress. This centuries-old printing method sets individual pieces of metal type set by hand to create finished work—a far cry from digital printing. Demos will be held at the top of every odd hour. 
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 395
612-770-1153 or www.angelbombdesign.com
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Visit St. Mary’s Orthodox Cathedral
St. Mary’s is one of the oldest and largest Orthodox congregations in the area View its amazing architecture and see egg tempera iconography demos. With authentic Russian music by the Balalaika Orchestra on Saturday and Sunday at 2 pm , and a performance by the St. Mary’s Cathedral Choir on Saturday at 5:15 pm . Somovar tea and Russian tea cakes will be served at the southwest corner of the Cathedral. *This location is a trolley stop.
St. Mary’s Orthodox Cathedral
1701 5th St NE

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Lutefisk Sushi Volume C
Altered Esthetics presents “Lutefisk Sushi Volume C”— the International Cartoonist Conspiracy’s recurring big-box of original comic art and mini comics by local artists. Exhibit runs through May 31. AAW events include live drawing jam sessions, demos, and more.
Altered Esthetics
1224 Quincy St NE
612-378 -8888, cartoonistconspiracy.com/sushi or www.alteredesthetics.org
http://www.alteredesthetics.com/ae/archive/2008/comic/LutefiskSushiCPress.pdf

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+Group Show at Castle Building & Remodeling
Work by 15 artists in photography, sculpture, clay, iron, oil, tile, etchings and stained glass will be displayed in a home-like settings. Bid on silent auction items that benefit two charities: Rebuilding Together, which revitalizes homes for needy families; and artists of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, who were devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Complimentary appetizers by Pop! Restaurant.
Castle Building & Remodeling
2600 Johnson St NE
612-789-8509 or www.castlebri.com

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+Lathe Demos by the Minnesota Woodturners Association
Presented by Blue Sky Galleries.
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 295
www.blueskygalleris.com

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+Weaving Demos by Kelly Marshall
See beautiful and functional textiles—from rugs to throws--come to life.  Kelly Marshall will also host guest artists Jorei`LePlavy (woven, beaded jewelry), Renee Stevens (dyed clothing) and Carly Stipe (duct tape purses and accessories).
Custom Woven Interiors
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 386
612-788-7800, cwi@kellymarshall.com or www.kellymarshall.com

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+Clay Squared to Infinity Gallery Show
View the Cosmic Collection of handmade tile work by Josh Blanc—a distinctive and unique series. These one-of-a-kind pieces inspire contemplation and ignite conversations.
Blanc’s tile mural “Blossfeldt Barley” appears in the recently published “500 Tiles” by Lark Books. Copies of the book and the original “Blossfeldt Barley” will be available for sale.
Clay Squared to Infinity
34 13th Ave NE
612-781-6409 or www.claysquared.com

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+Book-Lovers Sale
More than 100,000 new, used and rare books and first editions. Hardcover, paperback and coffee table books in all genres.
Casket Arts Bldg
1700 Madison St NE, Suite 164

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+Silent Auction for Edison High School Art Department
Third annual event, featuring local arts and crafts. Paintings, drawings, photography, collages, prints, pottery, sculpture, glass, polymer clay jewelry and beads, cast and cut paper art and more by students and teachers. All proceeds used to purchase art materials and equipment. Free face-painting and balloons on Saturday and Sunday.
IBR Fine Art & Craft Gallery
2844 Johnson St NE
612-272-9328, ibrgallery@yahoo.com or www.freewebs.com/ibrgallery

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Book Signing by Michele Lanci-Altomare
An animal lover all her life, award-winning photographer Michele Lanci-Altomare’s book, “Goodbye My Friend: Pet Cemetaries, Memorials and Other Ways to Remember” is a tour of pet memorials in the United States and England. Meet the author Friday, May 16 7-9 pm ; Saturday, May 17 ; Sunday, May 18, 2-4 pm.
CW Lofts
730 Stinson Blvd
whirldesign.com/michelelancialtomare or here.kittykitty1313@yahoo.com

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+Lift Kids’ Textile and Jewelry Sale
Lift Kids, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to feed, shelter and educate children around the world. By partnering with existing groups, Lift Kids creates small, sustainable villages in impoverished communities. Proceeds from textile and jewelry sales benefit Lift Kids. View items and learn more at Sheryl Tuorila Mosaics.
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 403
612-423-9197, www.sheryltuorila.com   or www.liftkids.org

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+Music lounges at the Casket Arts Building & Casket Arts Carriage House
Music all weekend long. With Shift, Second Class Citizen, Leslie Rich, Single Speed House Luna, Nemo Joe, Kymara and more.
Casket Arts Bldg
1700 Madison St NE

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+Chair Massage by Keith McKenna
Take a break and refresh yourself with a chair massage by massage therapist Keith McKenna. Friday, May 16, 5-7 pm ; Saturday, May 17, 3-5 pm ; Sunday, May 18, noon-2 pm .
Casket Arts Bldg
1700 Madison St NE, 2nd Floor Lounge
612-718-6910 or www.mckennamassage.com  

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+Behind the Scenes at Alive Magazine
Observe the inner workings of Alive Magazine as staff will guide you through the production process from design to layout. Alive is a national online publication, created by young women, for young women. Participants can also be featured in the summer’08 issue by joining the “chat over coffee” photo shoot, which showcases real beauty in everyday dress. Behind the scenes tours begin at the top of each hour and last 15-20 minutes. Photo shoots take place Friday, May 16, 6-8 pm ; Saturday, May 17, 2-4 pm ; Sunday, May 18, 1-3 pm .
Casket Arts Carriage House
1720 Madison St NE, Suite 300
952-913-6091 or alivemagazine.com

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+JOHNSTOCK 2008
Family friendly events at Johnstock 2008, including a Friday night movie in the parking lot at dusk, with popcorn and hot chocolate. Craft fair, magic and live music on Saturday, May 17 from 10 am-8 pm and Sunday from 10 am-5 pm .
Johnstock
Between 28th-29th & Johnson St NE
www.myspace.com/northeastjohnstock

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+CW Lofts Events
Interactive media, book signings, concerts, cupcakes and chocolate truffles in the historic Cream of Wheat building. More than 25 artists will be showing.
Corner of Broadway & Stinson Blvd
www.cwloftsartists.org

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+Uncommonly Cool Eyewear
Visit Kate Daly’s Pottery Studio and Gallery where two distinctively designed eyewear trunk shows will feature l.a. Eyeworks on Friday, May 16, 5-9 pm; and French JF Rey, Saturday, May 17.
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 414

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+Create Your Own 2008 Art-A-Whirl Souvenir Pin
Come by Studio 306 during the Art-A-Whirl to make one or several pins if you are so inspired.  Donations acepted to cover cost of supplies.  I'll look forward to meeting you.                     Allison 13  
306 13th Ave NE

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+Accordion Music by Dan Turpening
Soothe your ears with the romantic sounds of the accordion. Dan performs in the southeast corner of the Thorp Building above Diamonds Coffee.
Thorp Bldg
1618 Central Ave NE, Suite 21

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+ArtAndes Hosts Master Peruvian Weaver Wilbur Quispe
Visit ArtAndes to see demonstrations of unique tapestry weaves.
ArtAndes
Northrup King Bldg
1500 Jackson St NE, Suite 285
www.artandes.com

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+Pottery Demonstrations at Q.arma Building
Presented by Anthony Huonder and Nick Devries. Friday, May 16, 5 & 7 pm; Saturday, May 17, noon, 2, 4 & 6 pm; Sunday, May 18, 1 & 3 pm.
Q.arma Bldg
1224 Quincy St NE

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Hobgoblin Music
Hobgoblin Music celebrates AAW with Celtic arts by Michael MacKenzie, handcrafted Stoney End harps and dulcimers, handcrafted drums by Morgan, Djembe, Ashikos and Dun duns. African hand-drumming with Uncle Kwasi on Friday, May 16 (7-9 pm), hand-drumming circle on Saturday, May 17 (2-5 pm) and a  harp circle with Curtis and Loretta on Sunday (2-4 pm).
Hobgoblin Music
211 Lowry Ave NE
612-333-2005

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"One by Fifteen" Group Show
Orin Rutchick displays work in the group show, “One by Fifteen” at the Mpls Photo Coop installed throughout the COOP’s
four spacious galleries. Please join us at the new MPLS PHOTO COOP and MPLS PHOTO Center to tour our new and expanded facilities.
Wine, Cheese & Snacks will be served.
Mpls Photo Coop
2400 N 2nd St
612-327-4146

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+Musical Mosaic and Performance Potpourri
MPHA’s PACE Arts Project presents diverse exhibits and performances. More than three dozen artists and crafters, as well as blues, jazz and rock music. The outdoor courtyard will feature Hmong leaf music played on traditional bamboo instruments, along with singers, dancers, poets, storytellers and more.
The Seniors’ Place
1801 Central Ave NE

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