Teen/Adult Ballet
2021-09-13 19:15 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Guild Dance Studio
Teen and adult dancers of all shapes and sizes are invited to join this engaging, challenging ballet class. This intermediate level class is geared toward dancers who have at least 2 years of experience in any form and will include a short somatic warm-up, a vigorous ballet barre, a series of strengthening exercises and center and across the floor combinations. Focus will be on growing technique and grace as we work together on building our ballet vocabulary. Ages 14+.
Se invita a bailarines adolescentes y adultos de todas las formas y tamaños a unirse a esta clase de ballet atractiva y desafiante. Esta clase de nivel intermedio está dirigida a bailarines que tienen al menos 2 años de experiencia en cualquier forma e incluirá un breve calentamiento somático, una barra de ballet vigorosa, una serie de ejercicios de fortalecimiento y combinaciones de centro y piso. El enfoque estará en el crecimiento de la técnica y la gracia mientras trabajamos juntos en la construcción de nuestro vocabulario de ballet. Mayores 14+.

Kids Clay Session 1
2021-09-14 17:00 - 18:15 | Guild Clay Studio
Enjoy the fall with messy hands and lots of creative imagination! You will be guided to create whatever you can dream up using slab and coil hand-building techniques. Whether it is making a present for a parent or friend, or making decorations for your room, you will be free to explore your creativity. Register for one session or both sessions to keep up the fun! Grades K to 5. (Online option available. Please email jennie@northfieldartsguild.org for more information.)
¡Disfruta del otoño con las manos sucias y mucha imaginación creativa! Se le guiará para crear cualquier cosa que pueda soñar utilizando técnicas de construcción manual de losas y bobinas. Ya sea que esté haciendo un regalo para un padre o un amigo, o haciendo decoraciones para su habitación, tendrá la libertad de explorar su creatividad. ¡Regístrese en una sesión o en ambas para seguir divirtiéndose! Grados K a 5. (Opción en línea disponible. Envíe un correo electrónico a jennie@northfieldartsguild.org para obtener más información).

Middle School Clay Session 1
2021-09-14 18:15 - 19:30 | Guild Clay Studio
Get to know the ins and outs of the ceramic world. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of creating pottery through a blend of guided projects and individual work time. Learn basic wheel throwing techniques, the pulling of handles, decorating and glazing. Understand the processes involved in turning a simple lump of clay into a piece of unique, functional art! Grades 6 to 8. (Online option available. Please email jennie@northfieldartsguild.org for more information.)
Conozca los entresijos del mundo cerámico. Se le presentarán los fundamentos de la creación de cerámica a través de una combinación de proyectos guiados y tiempo de trabajo individual. Aprenda técnicas básicas de lanzamiento de ruedas, tirar de manijas, decoración y vidriado. ¡Comprenda los procesos involucrados en convertir un simple trozo de arcilla en una pieza de arte única y funcional! Grados 6 a 8. (Opción en línea disponible. Envíe un correo electrónico a jennie@northfieldartsguild.org para obtener más información).

High School Clay Session 1
2021-09-14 19:30 - 20:45 | Guild Clay Studio
If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at clay but could never fit it in your school schedule, this is the class for you! Explore and learn hand-building and wheel throwing techniques, the pulling of handles, decorating and glazing. You’ll be encouraged to try new and exciting projects of your choice with instructor guidance, and leave with creative one-of-a-kind pieces to keep! Grades 9 to 12. (Online option available. Please email jennie@northfieldartsguild.org for more information.)
Si siempre ha querido probar suerte con la arcilla pero nunca pudo encajarlo en su horario escolar, ¡esta es la clase para usted! Explore y aprenda técnicas de construcción manual y lanzamiento de ruedas, tirar de manijas, decoración y vidriado. Se le animará a probar proyectos nuevos y emocionantes de su elección con la guía de un instructor, ¡y se irá con piezas creativas únicas para quedarse! Grados 9 a 12. (opción en línea disponible. Envíe un correo electrónico a jennie@northfieldartsguild.org para obtener más información).

Annual Members Exhibition Reception
2021-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join us for an in-person reception celebrating our Annual Members Exhibition. This popular, community-wide exhibition showcases the work of Guild Members working in a large cross section of media—from painting to ceramics to textiles. Come celebrate our member artists and their wonderful work.
Keeping our audiences, artists, staff, and community safe is vitally important and remains our top priority at the Northfield Arts Guild. As of August 10, 2021, and in light of the highly transmissible Delta variant and increasing COVID-19 cases in Minnesota, all attendees and participants in Northfield Arts Guild theater, music, gallery, and special events will be required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination.

We Are Family! -- Welcome Back Celebration
2021-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join the Northfield Arts Guild on Saturday, September 25 at 6:00pm at the Guild Theater (411 3rd Street West) for a night of refreshments, entertainment, and community. Visit the theater and see our recent building improvements, mingle with other Guild members and patrons, renew your Guild membership, purchase tickets, and hear more about the upcoming theater season (including readings from the shows). This event will be held both outdoors and inside the theater. Proof of vaccination is required at this event. Come see familiar faces and meet new friends as we welcome you to our 62nd season of live theater!

Virtual Paint a Portrait of Your Pet
2021-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 | online
Online Class! Artist Julie Fakler will teach you step by step on how to paint a portrait of your pet. In class you’ll learn about under painting, form, shape and color. Email your pet reference photo to juliefakler@gmail.com prior to class starting. Wear clothes that can get paint on them. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
Clase en linea. La artista Julie Fakler te enseñará paso a paso cómo pintar un retrato de tu mascota. En clase aprenderás sobre la pintura, la forma, la forma y el color. Envíe por correo electrónico la foto de referencia de su mascota a juliefakler@gmail.com antes de que comience la clase. Use ropa que pueda mancharlos de pintura. Materiales proporicaonados. A partir de los 12 años.

CVRO: "Serenade- Farewell to Summer"
2021-09-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Odd Fellows Park Pavilion, 1011 Forest Avenue, Northfield, MN, United States
After almost two years without rehearsals and concerts, CVRO is ecstatic to return to the stage. This outdoor concert will feature new and old favorites such as Over the Rainbow, Russian Sailor’s Dance, Moon River, and the Carmen Overture. This concert is presented free of charge. Free will donations will be accepted (suggested donation, $15.00). Please bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of exceptional music!
Thursday, Sept. 30, 7:00 pm
Odd Fellows Park Pavilion, 1011 Forest Avenue, Northfield

Shape Your Story
2021-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Guild Art Studio
Let’s play with frameworks, based on geometric patterns, that will give you freedom to write whatever story is calling you. Work in the genre and format of your choosing, so that you can connect with your audience and write a beautiful work that you love. You will learn… What makes a good story, on many levels; How to develop your authentic style, based on stories that feel most compelling to you; How to connect one story to the next to build a compelling narrative arc; How to envision your cast of characters and weave them into your landscape; You will need… 2-3 books that you find compelling, pens and paper that you enjoy using, and/or (optional) a laptop. Ages 18+.
Juguemos con marcos, basados en patrones geométricos, que te darán la libertad de escribir cualquier historia que te llame, en el género y formato que elijas, para que puedas conectarte con tu audiencia y escribir una obra hermosa que te encante. Aprenderá: Qué hace que una buena historia, en muchos niveles. Cómo desarrollar su estilo auténtico, basado en historias que le resulten más atractivas. Cómo conectar una historia con la siguiente para construir un arco narrativo convincente. Cómo visualizar tu elenco de personajes y tejerlos en tu paisaje. Necesitará: 2-3 libros que le parezcan atractivos. Bolígrafos y papel que te gusten usar. Opcional: una computadora portátil. Mayores de 18 años.

Dance Theater Company
2021-10-07 18:30 - 20:30 | Guild Dance Studio
Now in its 13th season, the Dance Theater Company provides dancers with unique performance opportunities throughout the year. For our winter session, dancers will prepare pieces for our Winter Walk studio performance on December 9th. Pieces include choreography in ballet, jazz and modern. Company dancers need to be currently enrolled in a dance technique class at the Guild, have at least 2 years of dance experience and instructor permission. Ages 10+.
Ahora en su decimotercera temporada, Dance Theatre Company ofrece a los bailarines oportunidades únicas de actuación durante todo el año. Para nuestra sesión de invierno, los bailarines prepararán piezas para nuestra presentación en el estudio Winter Walk el 9 de diciembre. Las piezas incluyen coreografías en ballet, jazz y moderno. Los bailarines de la compañía deben estar inscritos actualmente en una clase de técnica de danza en el Guild, tener al menos 2 años de experiencia en danza y permiso de instructor. Mayores de 10+.

Get Back To Making Art
2021-10-15 13:30 - 15:00 | Guild Art Studio
Join us as we get back to enjoy making art! Use watercolors (gouache paints), or acrylics to paint subjects of your own choosing, or to follow suggestions by the instructor. This class is designed for retired residents of Northfield and their adult vaccinated family members.
¡Únase a nosotros cuando regresemos para disfrutar haciendo arte! Utilice acuarelas (pinturas gouache) o acrílicos para pintar los temas que elija o para seguir. Esta clase esta disenada para residentes jubilados de Northfield y sus familiares vacunados.

Short and Sweet - Write the One Act!
2021-10-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Guild Dance Studio
Calling all Northfield (and surrounding area) playwrights! The Northfield Arts Guild Theatre plans to offer a “one act play festival” in the spring! Want to write one? This is the class for you! Our instructor, Kristine Holmgren, will explore principles and practices of writing for the theatre. Each class will feature “table-round” readings of your work. Content: scene creation, character development, dialogue, plot design, storyline and theme. Holmgren promises to delve into the basics, provide feedback and coaching and lead you to a final product – a “ready for stage” one-act play! Ages 18+

Kids, Middle and High School Clay Session 2
2021-10-19 17:00 - 20:45 | Guild Clay Studio
KIDS CLAY
Enjoy the fall with messy hands and lots of creative imagination! You will be guided to create whatever you can dream up using slab and coil hand-building techniques. Whether it is making a present for a parent or friend, or making decorations for your room, you will be free to explore your creativity. Register for one session or both sessions to keep up the fun! Grades K to 5.
Session 2: Tuesdays, Oct 19- Nov 16 | 5-6:15pm
MIDDLE SCHOOL CLAY
Get to know the ins and outs of the ceramic world. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of creating pottery through a blend of guided projects and individual work time. Learn basic wheel throwing techniques, the pulling of handles, decorating and glazing. Understand the processes involved in turning a simple lump of clay into a piece of unique, functional art! Grades 6 to 8.
Session 2: Tuesdays, Oct 19- Nov 16 | 6:15-7:30pm
HIGH SCHOOL CLAY
If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at clay but could never fit it in your school schedule, this is the class for you! Explore and learn hand-building and wheel throwing techniques, the pulling of handles, decorating and glazing. You’ll be encouraged to try new and exciting projects of your choice with instructor guidance, and leave with creative one-of-a-kind pieces to keep! Grades 9 to 12.
Session 2: Tuesdays, Oct 19- Nov 16 | 7:30-8:45pm
(Online options available. Please email jennie@northfieldartsguild.org for more information.)

Prairies and Potholes Reception
2021-10-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Opening Reception for the Prairies and Potholes Exhibition
Come see our new Up Gallery Exhibition, Prairies and Potholes, on view from October 21 – December 24. The exhibition’s opening reception will take place October 21 from 5 – 7 pm with group presentations starting at 5:30 pm. The exhibition showcases work from the Prairies and Potholes program which took place this fall. The program aimed to embed arts and humanities into the Master Naturalist Program at Carleton’s Arboretum.

Deathtrap
2021-10-22 19:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
OCTOBER 22 – 31, 2021
Ira Levin’s Deathtrap is an ingeniously constructed play that offers a rare and skillful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients – gasp-inducing thrills and spontaneous laughter. Comfortably ensconced in his charming Connecticut home, Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a dry spell which has resulted in a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college—a thriller that Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway smash. Sidney’s plan, devised with his wife’s help, is to offer collaboration to the student for co-credit. Or is it? Deathtrap provides twists and turns of devilish cleverness, and offers hilariously sudden shocks in such abundance that audiences will be spellbound until the very last moment. “If you care to assassinate yourself with laughter, try Deathtrap.” —TIME Magazine.
Directed by Susan Carlson.

The Inside Scoop - Guest Lecture with Dan Hill
2021-10-28 19:00 - 20:15 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
PEOPLE’S INTUITIVE REACTIONS TO FAMOUS ART
Ever wonder what a person’s actual experience is when they are standing before a work of art? It’s time to get the “inside scoop.” Prepare yourself for the fascinating results from the largest study ever done involving eye tracking and art – plus facial coding, to learn precisely not only where people look, but also how they feel about what they’re seeing. This lecture draws on insights gathered across the mediums of painting, photography, sculpture, and ready-made installations from the Renaissance to the latest contemporary works.
Dan Hill, PhD, NHS class of ’78, is the author of 9 books and has given talks in more than 20 countries. Media coverage has included: a front-page profile in The New York Times, interviews on ABC’s “Good Morning, America” and NBC’s “The Today Show” and repeat appearances on CNN, Fox, MSNBC

Wheel Throwing For Adults Session 2
2021-10-30 09:00 - 11:30 | Guild Clay Studio
The focus of this class is to introduce, practice, and develop the basics of wheel-throwing including, but not limited to, throwing cylinders, bowls and plates, trimming, and adding handles. Plus you’ll learn about glazes and glazing. 6 weeks. Ages 14+.
Session 2: Saturdays, Oct 30-Dec 11 (no class Nov 27th) | 9-11:30am

Beginning & Intermediate/Advanced Baile Folklorico
2021-11-06 09:30 - 11:30 | Guild Art Studio
Beginning Folklorico- Students will develop body awareness, alignment, and posture while learning fun dances from Veracruz as well as other famous dances from Mexico. Shoes and costumes will be provided on loan for all children, as well as practice skirts for girls. This class is taught in Spanish and English. Ages 5 and up.
Los estudiantes desarrollarán la conciencia corporal, la alineación y la postura mientras aprenden bailes divertidos de Veracruz, así como otros bailes famosos de México. Se proporcionarán zapatos y disfraces de calidad de prestamo para todos los niños, así como faldas de práctica para las niñas. Esta clase se imparte en español e inglés. 5 años en adelante.
Intermediate/Advanced Folklorico- Students will further develop their skills in footwork and choreography as they learn dances from Jalisco and other classic dances from Mexico’s Baile Folklorico tradition. Shoes and costumes will be provided on loan for all children, as well as practice skirts for girls. This class is taught in Spanish and English. For ages 10 and up, with at least two years of previous Folklorico classes or three years of other dance classes.
Los estudiantes desarrollarán aún más sus habilidades en el juego de pies y la coreografía a medida que aprenden bailes de Jalisco y otros bailes clásicos de la tradición del Baile Folklórico de México. Se proporcionarán zapatos y disfraces de calidad de prestamo para todos los niños, así como faldas de práctica para las niñas. Esta clase se imparte en español e inglés. Para mayores de 10 años, con al menos dos años de clases de Folklórico previas o tres años de otras clases de baile.

CVRO: 40th Anniversary Celebration
2021-11-06 15:00 - 17:00
Celebrate with us! The original Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra 40th Anniversary celebration concert had to be postponed due to the pandemic and has now been rescheduled for this November.
The concert will feature the premier performance of the Minnesota Suite, a piece by Northfield composer Reinaldo Moya. Made possible by a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, the work was inspired by the landscape and geography of the state of Minnesota. Also featured on the concert program is the Sibelius Violin Concerto, which will be performed by Francesca Anderegg, Associate Professor of Violin at St. Olaf.
The concert will be performed twice– On Saturday, Nov. 6 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Northfield, and on Sunday, Nov. 7 at the Cathedral of Our Merciful Savior in Faribault. Both concerts start at 3 pm.
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.northfieldartsguild.org. Vaccines and masks will be required at all performances.

Open Art - Arte Abierto
2021-11-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Guild Art Studio
Join us for free community art making from 10am-1pm in the Guild art studio.
Drop in as you can, or stay for the full three hours!
Follow pre-planned project guidelines, or use the materials to create your own works of art!
We will be making Pop-Up Books, trying our hands at Still Life Charcoal/Pastel Drawing, and creating a Community Collage.
Stop by and see us!
Únase a nosotros para la creación de arte comunitaria gratuita de 10 am a 1 pm en el estudio de arte de Guild.
¡Venga como pueda o quédese durante las tres horas completas!
Siga las pautas del proyecto planificadas previamente o utilice los materiales para crear sus propias obras de arte.
Haremos libros emergentes, probaremos el dibujo al carboncillo / pastel de naturaleza muerta y crearemos un collage comunitario.
¡Pásese y visítenos!

Dance Aerobics
2021-11-13 09:30 - 10:30 | Guild Dance Studio
Get a great cardio workout by using dance moves from Salsa, Bellydance, Swing Dance, Soca, and more! Ab-work and variations on boxing motions are also incorporated in routines. This class is great for all fitness levels and no previous dance experience is needed. Movements can be easily modified to suit your abilities (including high-impact movements such as skipping/jumping).
Bring to class: A mat or towel for ab-work, clean dry tennis shoes.
Class length (active): 40 minutes

The Cactus Blossoms
2021-11-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
You won’t find clashing sibling rivalry in the smooth tones of the Cactus Blossoms. Instead, these brothers blend their voices in a perfect harmony that will have you swaying along. Originally from Minneapolis, brothers Page Burkum and Jack Torrey are bringing their sound to Northfield. So grab someone special and get ready to tap your feet and clap your hands to the smooth sounds of the Cactus Blossoms.

Opening for the Cactus Blossoms is Northfield resident, Jon Manners. Playing since ’57, Jon Manners recorded with Rolling Stones impresario/producer Andrew Loog Oldham in the early ’70s. Now living in Northfield, he gigs solo in Southern and Central Minnesota. “Jon Manners’ sound is unmistakable, combining the bounce of funk, the passion of soul, the thoughtfulness of jazz, the story telling of folk and the joy of rock ‘n roll.” –Rich Larson, KYMN Radio 95.1

Tickets at www.northfieldartsguild.org or 507-645-8877. Vaccines and masks are required.

Small Business Saturday
2021-11-27 11:00 - 16:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
“Shop at the small businesses that help write the story of America.” The Northfield Arts Guild Gift Shop is great for unique gifts handmade by 100+ local and regional artists. Seasonal rotation means there is always something new, and our Gift Shop is open every Saturday!
Visit our Gift Shop and the Fine Craft Collective on Saturday, November 27th to support local artists and small businesses!

Handmade For the Holidays: Session 1
2021-11-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Guild Clay Studio
Create gifts for your loved ones that really count – handmade ornaments! Designed to accommodate all ages, you’ll make one-of-a-kind ornaments for the holidays in this class. Keep them for yourself or give them as unique and thoughtful gifts. You’ll walk away with a handful of beautiful and creative pieces. This class is great for individuals, siblings, friends or parents to take with their child! All ages.

Handmade for the Holidays: Session 2
2021-12-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Guild Clay Studio

It's a Wonderful Life
2021-12-04 19:00 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Widely considered one of the most inspirational and beloved stories in American film, It’s a Wonderful Life, translates beautifully to the Guild stage in this imaginative 1940’s style radio-on-stage production by Tony “Sparx” Palermo. This adaptation is designed as a live theater production with all the pizzazz and delight of golden era live radio shows, including students as live sound effects artists.
George Bailey has spent his whole life giving up his dreams to help others. When his Uncle Billy loses the funds belonging to his small loan business and George realizes that he will be held responsible, he believes his family and friends would be better off without him. On Christmas Eve, his guardian angel, Clarence, has a better idea.
Rachel Haider, Director/Educator
Patrick Walker, Technical Director/Educator
Kate Stuart, Costumer/Educator
Libby Walker, Stage Manager

2021 Winter Walk
2021-12-09 12:00 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
The FCC will be open extended hours during Winter Walk.

Ballet 5/Pointe
2022-01-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Guild Dance Studio

Auditions: Native Gardens
2022-01-03 18:30 - 21:00 | Guild Art Studio
January 3 and 4, 2022 | 6:30-9:00, Callbacks January 5 (if necessary)
Auditions will take place at the Downtown Guild Office (304 Division St, Northfield)
Please prepare a 1-2 minute comedic monologue.
As of August 9, 2021 The Guild is requiring Covid-19 vaccinations for all theater audience members, participants, and team members.

Teen/Adult Ballet
2022-01-03 19:15 - 20:30 | Guild Dance Studio
