Create a colorful wind chime full of whimsy and creativity! Kids will use bright markers, colorful gems, and playful designs to transform their piece into something lively and unique. Once finished, each wind chime can be taken home to hang in a window or outdoors, where it will move in the breeze with soft, gentle sounds.

A rare opportunity to join exhibiting artist Robin Foster for an immersive workshop and live Raku firing demonstration. Guests glaze a pre-made ceramic piece by the award-winning artist, then watch as it is pulled glowing and transformed from the fire on the RiverPlace patio. Each participant leaves with a one-of-a-kind work shaped by flame, atmosphere, and chance.

Create a one-of-a-kind clay fish wall hanging in this workshop led by Betsy Saurdiff, a recognized potter whose work has been featured in the RiverPlace gallery. In this hands-on session, you’ll design and shape your own fish from a clay slab, explore texture and pattern, and apply vibrant underglazes to bring your piece to life. You’ll also learn the art of sgraffito—carving through layers of color to reveal striking designs beneath the surface.

Looking for great live music? RiverPlace Jam Night brings together an array of local talent, featuring solo performances and collaborative acoustic sets in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Each night offers a unique mix of styles and sounds as musicians share their passion with the community.

Everyone is welcome.

You asked, we listened!

After interest in country dancing in our community poll, we’re excited to bring you this fun-filled, beginner-friendly clinic with Suzy and Hondo of Bemidji, Minn. Learn the basics of Two Step, Waltz, and Polka, including foot positions, step patterns, musicality set to classic country favorites like “Honky Tonk Blues” and “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” and the fundamentals of leading and following, all in a relaxed, high-energy environment. No experience needed!

Taught by Suzy and Hondo School of Dance

Kick up your heels and join the fun with this upbeat and beginner-friendly Line Dancing class. You’ll learn crowd-pleasing dances popular at receptions and parties set to a mix of music, from classics like Cupid Shuffle, Electric Slide, and Boot Scootin’ Boogie to newer favorites like Hoedown, Glass of Wine, and Tipsy. No partner needed, and we’ll keep things simple so everyone can jump in. It’s a great way to feel more at ease on the dance floor, especially with wedding season and summer gatherings around the corner!

Create-your-own summer planters! Participants will craft two handbuilt clay planters, each with a drip tray. No experience is required. Learn basic handbuilding and simple decoration techniques, and walk away with beautiful, personalized planters perfect for your home or garden.

In this class open to all skill levels, participants will learn the fundamental proportions and structure of the human face while developing their observational drawing skills. Guided instruction will help build a strong foundation, and students will have the opportunity to draw from a live model, gaining valuable experience in capturing likeness and expression.

Everyone is welcome to a gallery open house and artist reception to celebrate ceramic artist Robin Foster (Red Lake Falls, Minn.), maker of Warroad RiverPlace’s current exhibit, The Language of Fire: From Precision to Unpredictability.

Visitors are invited to browse the artwork, meet Robin, and socialize over light refreshments at this free event. The talented bluegrass band, Sloughgrass, will perform in the gallery during this reception.

Enjoy a live performance by Sloughgrass during the artist reception for ceramic artist Robin Foster, 4–6 PM. With seating available throughout the gallery, guests are invited to settle in and enjoy an afternoon of rich acoustic music in an intimate, relaxed setting.

Known for their warm harmonies, skilled picking, and easygoing stage presence, Sloughgrass blends traditional bluegrass with touches of Americana, gospel, country, and original songs. Their lively, heartfelt sound pairs perfectly with an afternoon of local art, community, and conversation. Free light refreshments provided.

Make your own custom paracord bracelets in this fun, hands-on class! Young artists will learn simple weaving and knotting techniques while creating bracelets in school spirit colors. Mix and match cord colors and patterns to design something unique to wear or share with friends. Great for beginners and young artists who enjoy crafts and creative projects.

Come audition for Lucky Stiff, a zany, fast-paced musical comedy full of mistaken identities, chaos, and outrageous situations!

When Harry Witherspoon inherits a fortune from his uncle, he must take the deceased on a bizarre trip to Monte Carlo—or lose everything. With a stolen fortune, determined pursuers, disguises, romance, and an ever-present corpse, this madcap adventure keeps the stakes high and the comedy rolling.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this wildly entertaining production directed by Kjersti Fried! *Auditions will take place at Zion Lutheran Church of Warroad.

Led by Tara Wiskow, CEO of Be The Change You Need, LLC

A powerful, transformational experience designed to help women reconnect with their authentic selves.

Through personal storytelling, mindset work, and guided reflection, Tara leads participants through her three-phase process—Unravel, Upgrade, and Uplevel—to release limiting beliefs, shift stuck patterns, and step into a more confident, self-led life. This experience is for women ready to speak their truth, set boundaries, and build lasting self-trust, offering both meaningful breakthroughs and practical tools they can apply right away.

Come audition for Lucky Stiff, a zany, fast-paced musical comedy full of mistaken identities, chaos, and outrageous situations!

When Harry Witherspoon inherits a fortune from his uncle, he must take the deceased on a bizarre trip to Monte Carlo—or lose everything. With a stolen fortune, determined pursuers, disguises, romance, and an ever-present corpse, this madcap adventure keeps the stakes high and the comedy rolling.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this wildly entertaining production directed by Kjersti Fried! *Auditions will take place at Zion Lutheran Church of Warroad.

Fridays: June 5, 12, 19, 26

Let your child’s imagination soar this June with fun, hands-on art classes! Each week, young artists will explore color, composition, and shading through exciting projects using paint, charcoal, and more. Classes meet every Friday for an hour of creative fun, and by the end of the month, kids will have a collection of artwork to show off.

Fridays: June 5, 12, 19, 26

Ignite your teen’s creativity this June in a welcoming and supportive environment, guided by an award-winning artist!

Each week, students will explore various mediums like paint and charcoal while mastering key skills in color theory, composition, and shading. Through live demos and hands-on practice, teens will gain confidence and refine their artistic abilities. In this inspiring space, they’ll have opportunities to express their unique ideas and develop their artistic voice.

Let your creativity blossom as you design your very own mini flower pot! Paint it with bright colors, playful patterns, blooming flowers, cute animals, your name, or any imaginative design you dream up. Then take your custom creation home to display on a garden shelf, porch, desk, or sunny windowsill. It’s the perfect way to celebrate summer and the beautiful outdoors!

Sponsored by the Northborn Talent Competition

NORTHBORN TALENT COMPETITION: GET READY TO TAKE THE STAGE ON JUNE 6
The Northborn Talent Competition is kicking off the June 6 Northborn Music Festival—and they’re sponsoring the upcoming Jam Night! Stop by to learn more about how you can take the stage and compete alongside singers from across northwest Minnesota. With two age divisions (13-20 and 21+) and cash prizes for the top three in each group, it’s a great opportunity to sing loud and proud. Big voices, big talent, and lots of fun—don’t miss it!

JAM NIGHT: Come listen to an evening of live, local music in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Enjoy an open mic featuring a lineup of musicians from around the area, followed by an informal acoustic jam session. Are you a musician interested in stepping on stage at RiverPlace? Click the link to learn more!

Flextangles: Color, Fold, Twist!

Dive into color and pattern, and make a fidget that flips, twists, and wows! Start by bringing your designs to life with vibrant colors and playful patterns. Then fold and assemble your creation into a mesmerizing Flextangle fidget toy you can twist, turn, and play with again and again. Watch your colorful designs come to life in motion!

Mark Your Calendars — Spaces Fill Up Fast!

Camp Dates: June 15-19

The Warroad Heritage Center is hosting its 4th Annual Summer History Camp! Students will explore the rich tapestry of cultures that make up the Warroad community through hands-on activities, music, art, language, storytelling, and food. Camp experiences will highlight Native American, Scandinavian, Lao/Southeast Asian, and Cuban/Hispanic cultures, with several events taking place at RiverPlace.

Enjoy an evening of piano solos inspired by great works of art, with Nancy’s Notes Music Studio students performing as RiverPlace’s digital wall showcases museum masterpieces. All are invited to this beautiful pairing of music and visual art.

Join Nancy’s Notes Music Studio for an afternoon of piano and vocal music from local graduating seniors, sharing work shaped over years of steady dedication, practice, and growth. Family, friends, and neighbors are warmly invited to listen and be part of this milestone moment as these students take the stage one final time in this chapter of their musical journey.

Experience deep relaxation at this Reiki-infused sound bath led by Cass of The Laughter Patch Integrative Health & Energetic Healing. The one-hour session begins with gentle guided meditation and grounding breathwork, followed by a soothing sound journey using singing bowls, chimes, bells, drums, rattles, and harmonica. These healing vibrations help calm the nervous system, support emotional balance, and promote a sense of peace and renewal.

Taught by featured RiverPlace gallery artist Nikki Besser, this class is a beginner’s introduction to paper quilling—the art of manipulating and arranging strips of paper into dimensionally detailed and decorative designs and images. Participants in this class will learn how to create the basic shapes, textures, and techniques necessary to create the featured image. The skills learned in this project are versatile and common techniques in the understanding of this craft, establishing a good foundation of information in moving forward with future crafts that may inspire.

Junior High: 6 PM
Senior High: 7:30 PM

A fun and nostalgic musical journey awaits at this year’s Pops Concert as the Warroad High School Choirs perform a variety of songs you know and love. Everyone is invited to this upbeat celebration of student talent as the school year comes to a close.

Back by popular demand!

Join us for a relaxed, creative gathering where makers of all kinds come together to stitch, mend, and create. Crochet, knit, quilt, embroider, felt, sew—all fiber arts are welcome. Bring your current project and the tools you love, whether that’s a sewing machine, needles and thread, yarn, hoops, or something in between.

Join the Warroad Elementary 5th graders as they lift up their voices in a vibrant celebration of music and culture! This special performance showcases their talents on a variety of traditional African instruments, including xylophones, an array of drums, and gourds, alongside guest artist Sowah Mensah. Everyone is invited to this free concert.

CINEMATIC. COLORFUL. CAPTIVATING.

This isn’t just a concert. It’s an experience.

Pianist and composer Philip Daniel transforms live music into an immersive journey, blending original piano compositions, electronics, and subtle percussion with a stunning digital visual display. As he performs, RiverPlace will come alive with waves of color and cinematic imagery, inviting the audience to fully experience the performance. Rooted in classical training and shaped by modern film and minimalism, his music is both powerful and deeply evocative, creating an atmosphere that stays with you long after the final note.

Get ready for a splash of creativity at our monthly free kids’ craft event! This May, we’re diving into the excitement of the upcoming Minnesota fishing opener with a fun and colorful fish scratch art activity. Kids will use special tools to scratch away the surface of their fish designs, revealing vibrant patterns and colors underneath. Since every design is unique, no two fish will ever look the same! And you can even add a ribbon to turn the fish into a fun decoration. Drop in anytime from 3:30-5:30 PM and let your child’s imagination swim wild.