Upcoming Events
Gallery Exhibit: Portrayals in Paper: Tales of Overcoming by Nikki Besser
Step into a realm where paper becomes legend, and stories of resilience rise in three dimensions. Portrayals in Paper: Tales of Overcoming unveils an exhibition of large-scale, intricate paper artworks, where meticulous craft intertwines with the fantastical. Each piece centers on a human figure, joined by birds and animals, conjuring narratives of challenge, triumph, and transformation in all their own unique and fascinating stories.
Explore the RiverPlace gallery Tuesday-Saturday, 10 AM-5 PM. As always, admission is free of charge.
Free Crafts for Kids: Snowflake Bookmarks
Let your creativity snowball into something fun! Drop in for our free kids’ snowflake bookmark event and make your own frosty designs perfect for marking your spot between pages of beloved and new books. It’s a fun way to add a little winter charm to reading time.
Ojibwe Snowshoe Workshop Hosted by Warroad Schools Native American Education Program and Folk School Warroad
Keeping the Native American culture alive by passing on traditions, the Ojibwe Snowshoe workshop offers an exciting opportunity for participants to learn traditions while connecting with the Native American culture. Instructors: Kathy Napper and Jackson Harren
Big Guys, Bigger Laughs: A Night of Comedy with Mark Poolos and John Russell
Kick off the new year with a night of laughs and zero pressure to stick to your resolutions! Join nationally-recognized stand-up comedians Mark Poolos and John Russell, two fun-loving storytellers who find humor in the everyday chaos of life. From awkward moments to random silliness, they’ll have you laughing at the simple things that make life so absurd. No need for resolutions here—just come, let loose, and enjoy the night!
Heart-to-Heart Pair Zentangle for Friends, Family, and Partners
For parents and kids, partners, and pairs of friends
Art can be a powerful tool for relaxation and connection, and in this class, parents and kids, partners, and pairs of friends will learn mindful techniques to share together through the art of Zentangle.
Artist Reception with Nikki Besser
Everyone is welcome to a gallery open house and artist reception for Warroad RiverPlace’s newest exhibit, Portrayals in Paper: Tales of Overcoming, by recognized paper-quilling artist Nikki Besser (Mizpah, MN).
Visitors are invited to browse the artwork, meet Nikki, and socialize over light refreshments at this free event.
Aria Nouveau Hosted by the Northern Lights Concert Association
Aria Nouveau transports audiences on a journey through crossover hits, Broadway blockbusters, mainstream opera favorites and popular music in an elegant and artful evening perfect for music lovers of all ages.
Holiday Movie: Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas
A free movie, registration required
Arrive 30 minutes early to hear a live jug-band with members of Sloughgrass!
Kids will receive a special gift after the movie!
In a charming Jim Henson tale, Emmet and his pals form a band and enter a talent show to win Christmas money, unaware that Emmet's mom and a showy rock band are among the competitors. Emmet and his widowed ma have a lot riding on the event: they used each other's most prized possession as a means of entering the contest. He poked a hole in her washtub; and she hocked his tool chest to buy material for a new dress to wear to the show. Based on the book by Russell and Lillian Hoban.
Nancy’s Notes Piano and Voice Recital
Celebrate the season with a piano and voice recital featuring students of Nancy Fisher, performing everyone’s favorite Christmas melodies from timeless carols to festive classics. Whether you’re a family member, friend, or music lover, everyone is invited to enjoy an evening of holiday music in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Nordic Holiday Baking: Krumkake & Lefse
Carolyn Fortier will teach you how to make two classic holiday treats—crispy krumkake and soft lefse—in a fun, hands-on workshop perfect for the festive season!
Attend Two Sessions from 5-7 PM | Tuesday, December 16, and Wednesday, December 17
Christmas with Lorie Line
The tradition continues! Lorie Line returns to the stage as a solo pianist and celebrates the Christmas season with faith-filled stories and the best-of-the-best holiday music. This year's tour marks her 36th year of touring. It is her first time performing her Christmas show in Warroad! As always, expect beautiful costumes, elegant piano arrangements, funny stories, and personal tender words that reflect the true meaning of Christmas as she brings her concert grand piano to the center stage.
Sip and See | Artist Reception, Coffee Bar, and Themed Treats with Erik Pearson
Everyone is welcome to a gallery open house and artist reception for Warroad RiverPlace’s newest exhibit, Percolations and Musings, by Erik Pearson (Twin Cities, MN).
This free event will feature a coffee bar and themed treats in celebration of this collection of works that were inspired by coffee—from the artist’s time in coffee shops or time spent over a warm cup with family. Visitors are invited to browse the artwork, meet Erik, and socialize over light refreshments with friends and neighbors.
Gallery Exhibit: Percolations and Musings by Erik Pearson
This collection of artwork was generated or influenced by a good cup of coffee in a warm inviting space. Please raise a cup and listen to the stories that they tell you. Let them percolate, and add them to your own collection of ideas.
Gallery Exhibit: An Indigenous Artist’s Journey Through Leather, Beadwork, and Portraiture by Cindy Godin Hamilton
A life of ever-evolving, creative expression followed a transformational journey of ancestral homecoming for Ojibwe artist Cindy Godin Hamilton (Williams, Minnesota). Exploring an array of artforms, she found passion, curiosity, and natural talent with traditional leatherwork—like moccasins, mukluks, and mitts—as well as a fascination with portraiture.
An Indigenous Artist’s Journey is an opportunity to celebrate the power of Indigenous art and to experience the diverse ways in which culture, history, and individual expression intertwine, inviting viewers to appreciate the artist's unique vision and voice.
Gallery Exhibit: Rural Traditions by Debbie Dahl Aune and Betsy Saurdiff
Blueberry picking. Hunting. Fishing. Baking. Grain bins. Canned preserves. And, of course: Family. Long-rooted life on the land in northern Minnesota is the inspiration behind the artistry of potter Betsy Saurdiff (Grygla) and watercolorist Debbie Dahl Aune (Gatzke).
Weaving stories from their lives, the artists invite gallery visitors to tell their own as they interact with this unique combination of pieces designed to nourish both body and soul.
Gallery Exhibit: “Immersed in Color, Inspired by Her Culture and Nature” by Shawna Boulette Grapentine
Known for using silhouettes of nature and vibrant colors in her custom paintings, Shawna Boulette Grapentine is an Ojibwe Cree whose artwork highlights the beauty of Indigenous culture, her love for mother earth and everything that surrounds her.
Experience “Immersed in Color, Inspired by Her Culture and Nature” at the Warroad RiverPlace art gallery through May 17, 2025. It is free to visit Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Gallery Exhibit: “Repurpose, Preserve, Rejuvenate” by Sherri Kruger-Kukowski
From repurposing cast-off articles into beautiful pieces of art to feeding the souls of those who encounter her works, “rejuvenation” is both material and experiential for mosaic artist Sherri Kruger-Kukowski.
Experience "Repurpose, Preserve, Rejuvenate" at the Warroad RiverPlace art gallery from January 10 to March 8, 2025. It is free to visit Tuesday through Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM.