River Arts Alliance Member Events

Minnesota Marine Art Museum | 800 Riverview Dr. mmam.org/artsxchange Glass! Such a compelling, life changing material throughout humanity. For every day use, and also for artistic expression. What makes it so captivating? We will use the stained glass window in the museum entrance as a springboard for conversation, talking about all the myriad of ways glass…

Island City Brewing Company | 65 E Front St. H3OJazz.com In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the monthly Jazz Jam at Island City Brewing Company on Sunday, November 20 will benefit the Winona Afghan Support Network. All donations to this important local resource will be matched by Island City Brewing and H3O Jazz Trio! The Winona Afghan…

November 21 through January 1 Winona County History Center | 160 Johnson St. winonahistory.org November 21 until January 1, 2023, explore a new art show at the Winona County History Center. Owls in Outer Space showcases pieces from the International Youth Art Show with the International Owl Center. The Winona County History Center is open daily…

Winona Public Library | 151 W 5th St. Bring a copy of your writing that you wish to share (up to 2000 words). Optionally, bring 5-8 extra copies to share with participants. See November prompts & learn more.

December 1 through January 22 Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St. winonaarts.org Chris Peterson will have an exhibit of her paintings from December 1, 2022 through January 22, 2023 at the Winona Arts Center. For the past 15 years or so, Peterson has enjoyed studying many techniques for painting in watercolors, acrylics, encaustic…

Acoustic Café | 77 Lafayette St. You’re invited to a River Arts Alliance Art Schmooze on Friday evening, December 2, at the Acoustic Café in downtown Winona. Join us for a fun opportunity to socialize with fellow local artists and arts supporters, and to learn more about what RAA does and how you can be…

Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St. winonaarts.org The Winona Film Society is pleased to feature the film Strictly Ballroom on Friday, December 2, at the Winona Arts Center. From director Baz Luhrmann (Moulin Rouge!, Elvis) comes the hilarious, romantic comedy that will leave you laughing and cheering for more. This is the magical story of a…

Central Lutheran Church | 259 W Wabasha St. For nearly 30 years, the Messiah Sing-In has been the unofficial start of Winona’s Christmas season. After a three-year hiatus, Central Lutheran Church will once again host the Messiah Sing-In on Saturday, December 3rd at 7:00 pm. The performance by orchestra, choir, and soloists will feature local musicians as…

Winona Arts Center | 228 E 5th St. winonaarts.org Sam Miltich and Chris Bates will present “The Improvised Life: Exploring Intersections of Mental Health & Creativity through Jazz,” on December 3 at the Winona Arts Center. The concert will feature an amazing evening of original compositions and improvisations of gypsy jazz musicians, highlighting cultural contributions of famous artists…

Wellington’s Pub & Grill | 1429 W Service Dr. www.paulsonjazz.com Don't miss the premiere performance of The UnReal Jazz Quartet -- they will be stepping away from the often over played book of jazz standards and presenting a challenging repertoire of contemporary jazz originals & transcriptions. Joining saxophonist and flutist John Paulson will be Scott…