River Arts Alliance

Commonweal Theatre Presents The Half-Life of Marie Curie
2025-05-10 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-05-11 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-05-30 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-05-31 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro, MN, United States
Commonweal Theatre Company | 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN
commonwealtheatre.org

Don’t miss this wonderful production of The Half-Life of Marie Curie, directed by Jaclyn June Johnson and featuring Commonweal ensemble members Stela Burdt and Laurie Roberts. The play is based on a true story that illuminates the indomitable power of friendship between two extraordinary scientists. Learn more.

WAC Presents Kevin Ewing Relief Wood Carving Workshop
2025-05-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Winona Arts Center, 228 E 5th St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
$50 Members | $55 Nonmembers
Ages 16+ | Registration Required
Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St.
winonaarts.org

Kevin will begin class by providing a description of the tools and materials used for relief wood carving. Come to class with a design of your own or choose from one of the suggestions available. Students will then carve their designs out of a flat piece of basswood. All materials provided. Class size 10 to 12. No experience necessary. Learn more.

Winona Community Chorale Presents Spring Concert “Songs from Across the Pond”
2025-05-16 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Wesley United Methodist Church, 114 W Broadway St., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Friday, May 16 | 7 pm
Saturday, May 17 | 2 pm
Free-will Offering
Wesley United Methodist Church | 114 W Broadway St.
Winona Community Chorale
The Winona Community Chorale will present its spring concert this weekend. Local Celtic band Patina will join the choir in performing several pieces… Read more.

MMAM Workshop: The Sussex Trug - From Boat Design to Garden Gatherer with Jon Swanson
2025-05-17 09:00 - 15:00 | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Tuition: $150 | Member Rate: $140
Registration Deadline Saturday, May 10
Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr.
minnesotamarineart.org

Join the traditional woodworking workshop led by MMAM’s own Jon Swanson and learn to craft a timeless, handmade ash wood trug—a versatile, lightweight basket perfect for gardening, flower gathering, or creating unique gift containers. Participants will steam and shape wood, use classic boat-building techniques with copper nails, and create a durable, beautiful vessel that can last for generations. Learn more.

Clay Workshops at Island City Clayspace
2025-05-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Island City Clayspace, 275 E 3rd St, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Clay: Planter & Drainage Tray
Saturday, April 5 | 1-4 pm
Clay: Coil-Built Vase
Saturday, May 17 | 1-4 pm
Registration $29 | Materials $15
Island City Clayspace | 275 E 3rd St
https://www.facebook.com/IslandCityClayspace/

Have fun creating something useful in clay! Island City Clayspace is offering two ceramic workshops this spring, taught by active potter and ceramic sculptor Anne Scott Plummer, a retired Winona State University art professor. Both workshops are for adults and teens aged 14 and older, and include materials, use of tools, and firing. Limited to nine participants. Learn more.

Commonweal Theatre Presents The Angel Next Door
2025-05-17 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-05-18 13:30 - 16:00, 2025-05-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-05-23 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-05-24 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-05-25 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-05-29 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-05-31 19:30 - 22:00 and 1 more date | Commonweal Theatre, 208 Parkway Ave. N, Lanesboro, MN, United States
Preview Dates
Saturday, May 17 | 7:30-9:30 pm
Sunday, May 18 | 1:30-3:30 pm
Thursday & Friday | May 22, 23 | 7:30-9:30 pm
Full Run Dates Listed on RAA Event Page
Commonweal Theatre Company
208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN
commonwealtheatre.org

Join the Commonweal Theatre Company for Paul Slade Smith’s romantic screwball comedy, The Angel Next Door. Journey to an opulent Newport mansion in 1948, where playwrights, actors, and a star-struck novelist gather to work on their next Broadway hit! (Never mind the housekeeper who wants them gone.) Learn more.

MMAM Shares Annual Report Over Pie and Ice Cream
2025-05-18 13:00 - 14:30
Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr

MMAM invites community members for pie and ice cream at an informal gathering as they share their annual Impact Report… Read more.

May Events At Old Main in Galesville
2025-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Old Main Cultural Center, 20869 S College Ave., Galesville, WI, 54630, United States
$10 Adults | $5 students

Old Main | 20869 College Ave, Galesville, WI

Syttende Mai, Norwegian Music and Treats
Sunday, May 18 | 4pm

Don’t miss these exciting events during the month of May at the historic Old Main in Galesville. See all events.

MN Star Tribune Hosts Minnesota Matters Winona
2025-05-22 11:00 - 12:30 | Minnesota Marine Art Museum, 800 Riverview Dr., Winona, MN, 55987, United States
Free (Space Limited) – RSVP
Winona State University – Solarium Room
175 W Mark St

The Minnesota Star Tribune is visiting communities across the state in May and coming to Winona as a part of its Minnesota Matters tour. Learn more.

May Events At Old Main in Galesville
2025-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Old Main Cultural Center, 20869 S College Ave., Galesville, WI, 54630, United States
$10 Adults | $5 students

Old Main | 20869 College Ave, Galesville, WI

Last Bridge Home “Local Movie”
Saturday, May 24 | 7pm

Don’t miss these exciting events during the month of May at the historic Old Main in Galesville. See all events.

May Events At Old Main in Galesville
2025-05-25 08:00 - 13:00 | Old Main Cultural Center, 20869 S College Ave., Galesville, WI, 54630, United States
$10 Adults | $5 students

Old Main | 20869 College Ave, Galesville, WI

Car Show Hosted with Ram Rods Car Club
Sunday, May 25 | 8 am – 1 pm

Don’t miss these exciting events during the month of May at the historic Old Main in Galesville. See all events.

Call for Indigenous Artists: La Crescent Overlook Public Art Installation
2025-05-26 16:00
Deadline for Applications
May 26 | 4 pm Central Daylight Time
The Overlook Plaza Project seeks to honor and reflect on the fortitude and resilience of the Indigenous people connected to the Upper Mississippi River Valley. This visual art will create awareness, education, and understanding of the importance of this region to our past, present, and future, and the bond created for all who are drawn to this unique place. Learn more.

WAC Offers Collagraph Printing Making with Preston Lawing
2025-05-28 17:30 - 19:30
Cost: $150
Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St

Join the momentum in the Winona Arts Center Print Studio to Explore Collagraph Printmaking with Preston Lawing. Learn more.

Closing Reception Saturday 10 am to Noon! RAA Members’ Exhibit at Engage Winona
2025-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Engage Winona, 119 E 3rd St., Winona, MN, 55987
Engage Winona | 119 E 3rd St
Join us for the closing reception of this magnificent gallery display of works featuring over 40 works by 23 RAA member artists… Read more.

Deadline to Enter Maria W. Faust Sonnet Contest
2025-06-01
Entries are now being accepted for the 2025 Maria W. Faust Sonnet Contest. Deadline for entries is June 1, 2025. Complete instructions for entering are available at sonnetcontest.org. The Maria W. Faust Sonnet Contest is an annual event that welcomes entries from around the world. Cash prizes, totaling over $3,000, will be awarded in several categories. Learn more.

Patina to Play at Elmaro Vineyard
2025-06-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Elmaro Vineyard, N14756 Delaney Rd., Trempealeau, WI, 54661, United States
Elmaro Vineyard | N14756 Delaney Rd,
Trempealeau, WI
patinatheband.com
Come out to Elmaro Vineyard to hear the band Patina play a mix of traditional and contemporary Celtic, folk, and original instrumentals and vocals. Learn more.

Gate City Jazz Band Performs First Sunday Each Month
2025-06-01 17:00 - 19:00
First Sunday of Each Month | 5-7 pm
Westfield Golf Course | 1460 W 5th St
No Cover Charge
westfieldgolfclub.com
The Gate City Jazz Band is rising from the ashes of the Blackhorse restaurant where they regularly played, to once again perform in their new location at the Westfield Golf Course restaurant. Performances are the first Sunday of each month, 5-7 pm for your listening and toe-tapping pleasure. Come enjoy the cuisine and music at the same time. No cover charge. Learn more.

Deadline to Submit Your Work: Call for Artists – 2025 RAA Annual Members’ Exhibition and Showcase
2025-06-02
River Arts Alliance member artists:
Registration is now open to participate in our 2025 Annual Members’ Exhibition & Showcase!
Deadline to submit your work is Monday, June 2.

The 2025 event will once again include both an in-person exhibition and an online exhibition and showcase. Members may enter either or both. Get all the details you need to enter your work.
