Northfield Arts Guild

No classes this week
2016-11-21 | MN

Shop for the NAG at Mainstream Boutique!
2016-11-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Mainstream Boutique, 506 Division St. S, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Looking for a fun new outfit for Fall or a unique clothing gift for a special someone? AND want yet another way to help support your favorite local arts center?
Please join us on November 17th from 5-7 pm at Mainstream Boutique (506 Division Street in Northfield).
10% of all sales from this special event will benefit the NAG!
Mainstream Boutique is a multi-generational fashion boutique selling unique on-trend apparel and accessories at an attractive price point.

Give to the Max Day!
2016-11-17 00:00 - 23:55 | MN
Thank you for your support of the Northfield Arts Guild! Please consider a gift TODAY!

10 Reasons to Support the Arts from www.AmericansfortheArts.org
1. Arts promote true prosperity. The arts are fundamental to our humanity. They ennoble and inspire us— fostering creativity, goodness, and beauty. The arts help us express our values, build bridges between cultures, and bring us together regardless of ethnicity, religion, or age. When times are tough, art is salve for the ache.
2. Arts improve academic performance. Students with an education rich in the arts have higher GPAs and standardized test scores, and lower drop-out rates—benefits reaped by students regardless of socio-economic status. Students with 4 years of arts or music in high school average 100 points better on their SAT scores than students with just one-half year of arts or music.
3. Arts strengthen the economy. The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that the arts and culture sector represents 3.25 percent of the nation’s GDP—a larger share of the economy than tourism and agriculture. The nonprofit arts industry alone generates $135 billion in economic activity annually (spending by organizations and their audiences) that supports 4.1 million jobs and generates $22.3 billion in government revenue.
4. Arts are good for local merchants. Attendees at nonprofit arts events spend $24.60 per person, per event, beyond the cost of admission on items such as meals, parking, and babysitters. Attendees who live outside the county in which the arts event takes place spend twice as much as their local counterparts ($39.96 vs. $17.42)—valuable revenue for local businesses and the community.
5. Arts drive tourism. Arts travelers are ideal tourists, staying longer and spending more to seek out authentic cultural experiences. The U.S. Department of Commerce reports that the percentage of international travelers including museum visits on their trip has grown steadily since 2003 (18 to 24 percent). The share attending concerts and theater performances has grown from 14 to 17 percent since 2003.
6. Arts are an export industry. U.S. exports of arts goods (e.g., movies, paintings, jewelry) grew to $72 billion in 2011, while imports were just $25 billion—a $47 billion arts trade surplus.
7. Arts spark creativity and innovation. The Conference Board reports that creativity is among the top 5 applied skills sought by business leaders—with 72 percent saying creativity is of high importance when hiring. The biggest creativity indicator? A college arts degree. Their Ready to Innovate report concludes, “The arts—music, creative writing, drawing, dance—provide skills sought by employers of the 3rd millennium.” Nobel laureates in the sciences are 17 times more likely to be actively engaged in the arts than average scientists.
8. Arts have social impact. University of Pennsylvania researchers have demonstrated that a high concentration of the arts in a city leads to higher civic engagement, more social cohesion, higher child welfare, and lower poverty rates. A vibrant arts community ensures that young people are not left to be raised solely in a pop culture and tabloid marketplace.
9. Arts improve healthcare. Nearly one-half of the nation’s healthcare institutions provide arts programming for patients, families, and even staff. 78 percent deliver these programs because of their healing benefits to patients—shorter hospital stays, better pain management, and less medication.
10. Arts mean business. The Creative Industries are arts businesses that range from nonprofit museums, symphonies, and theaters to for-profit film, architecture, and design companies. A 2014 analysis of Dun & Bradstreet data counts 750,453 businesses in the U.S. involved in the creation or distribution of the arts that employ 3.1 million people—representing 4.2 percent of all businesses and 2.2 percent of all employees, respectively.

Grand Opening Reception: Fine Craft Collective
2016-11-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
The Fine Craft Collective is a seasonal cooperative show produced this year by Cathy Collison and Heather Lawrenz. The show featuring 20+ artisans is open every day from November 4 through December 24, 2016 in the Main Gallery.
Come see the latest artwork from 20+ local artists.
More information at finecraftcollective.com

Open Daily! Nov. 4th – Dec. 24 2016
Hours:
Mon – Sat 10-6
Sun 12-4
Special Events:
Grand Opening Reception: Thursday, Nov. 10 from 5 – 8 pm
Winter Walk Reception: Thursday, December 8 from 4 – 9 pm
Holiday Reception: Saturday, December 17 from 10 am – 6 pm
Northfield Arts Guild Gallery: 304 Division St. S. Northfield, MN

Audition: Dial M for Murder
2016-11-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2016-11-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Dial M for Murder

AUDITION INFORMATION:

Open call- no appointment necessary. Actors should try to arrive as close as possible to 5pm on Sunday or 7pm on Monday.
Scripts available for 24 hour perusal at the Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield.
Actors will read from the script both individually and with scene partners, no memorization required, open to all! Bring your abilities, and we’ll see where they take us!

DATES AND TIMES:
Sunday, November 6, 5:00-7:00 pm
Monday, November 7, 7:00-9:00 pm
callbacks as needed

PLACE:
Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street West, Northfield

CHARACTERS (6 total, 1-3w, 3-5m):

MARGOT WENDICE (w) – Upper-class, British, elegant, charming, trusting, and having an affair. Must be able to play early-30s to late-40s.
TONY WENDICE (m) – Margot’s husband, former tennis pro, witty, brilliant, plotting the perfect murder of his wife for the financial windfall. Must be able to play late-30s to late-40s.
MAX HALLIDAY (m) – Margot’s lover, American mystery writer, caring, smart, earnest. Must be able to play early-30s to early-50s.
CAPTAIN LESGATE (m) – Hard-luck scam artist, former classmate of Tony’s, compromised and cornered, he makes for an easy blackmailing mark. Must be able to play late-30s to late-40s.
INSPECTOR HUBBARD (m or w) – unassuming but direct and highly-skilled detective, doesn’t miss a thing. Can be any age from 30 on up.
THOMPSON (and Several Off-Stage Characters) – (m or w) – Thompson is a police officer who is on stage for a few lines, but the actor playing Thompson must be willing to do several different voices of other unseen characters for off-stage phone calls, news reports, announcements, and character lines. Open to any adult who likes to do voices.

When murder calls…hang up! Deception, betrayal, passion and greed prove potent ingredients for a perfect mystery in this gripping thriller, famously filmed by Alfred Hitchcock. Ex-tennis professional Tony Wendice married his wife Margot for her money. Now he plans to kill her for the same reason. When his precise murder plot goes awry, can he improvise an equally deadly plan B? The exciting ending of this psychologically suspenseful story, which has thrilled audiences for decades, will leave you breathless at the edge of your seat.

411 Concert: The Lowest Pair
2016-11-05 19:30 - 22:00 | MN
An americana banjo duo from Olympia/Minneapolis, The Lowest Pair features Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee.
Opening the show will be Randy Broughten, with Dan Gaarder and Andy Olsen.

Now in its 5th season, the 411 Concert Series features regional and nationally-recognized artists in the intimate venue of the Northfield Arts Guild Theater and offers a truly unique listening and viewing experience. Each concert opens with a local musician.
2016-17 411 Concert Series sponsored by:

Beverage sponsors:

Lodging sponsor:

Media Sponsor:

Fine Craft Collective opens
2016-11-04 10:00 - 18:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States

Presentation: Northfield's State of the Arts
2016-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | St. John’s Lutheran Church, 500 Third Street West, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join the conversation!

Midnight Showing of RHS
2016-10-29 23:55 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Special Theater Event

Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
If you’re hoping to buy tickets for The Rocky Horror Show at the door tonight (Saturday 7:30 and Midnight), please use cash. Online tickets are still purchasable for the Midnight show via credit card, but hurry… sales are swift! The box office opens one hour prior to showtime.
Book, Music and Lyrics by Richard O’Brien
A fundraiser to benefit the Northfield Arts Guild
Performances:
Thursday, October 27, 7:30pm
Friday, October 28, 7:30pm and Midnight
Saturday, October 29, 7:30pm and Midnight
In this cult classic, virginal heroes, Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, encounter the dog days of sexual hedonism in the form of a transvestite mad scientist, his wild collection of servants, and his latest creation: a muscular man named Rocky. With glam rock, cross-dressing, elaborate choreography, and a warped sense of humor, the audience is encouraged – “don’t dream it, be it.” The score includes favorites like “The Time Warp”, “Sweet Transvestite”, and “Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch Me.” Appropriate for adult audiences only. This is a fundraiser and is not part of our regular 2015-16 Theater Season.
The Rocky Horror Show is sponsored by

The Rocky Horror Show
2016-10-29 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057

Sacred Space Exhibit closes
2016-10-29 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
“Sacred Space”
New work by Michon Weeks and Patrick Judd

Sept 29 – Oct 29, 2016
This exhibit features new work by Michon Weeks and Patrick Judd. Meet the artists and learn more about their work at the Artist Reception / SEMAC Capstone Event on Friday, September 30, 2016 from 7-9 pm.
Michon Weeks Artist Statement:
I often combine imagery of everyday objects with text from ancient stories as a way to evoke meaning and make connections between ordinary life and the sacred. Many of these large-scale paintings depict common objects found in my garage (tools, WD 40, bicycles, grill, etc.) combined with text from Ezekiel’s vision of the wheel from the Old Testament. I flatten the garage objects and turn multiple sides toward the picture plane, exaggerating rhythm and pattern. Am I inventing a modern myth where ordinary garage items have supernatural power? How does the text on the power tools, such as “ripping saw”, “24 tooth”, “Master Mechanic”, shape the text from Ezekiel’s vision? These are some of the questions I am playing with in the paintings. Drawing is central to the way I work. Transfiguration through abstraction has been my abiding interest. I experiment with various systems of abstraction, such as drawing within a grid of lines or dots, abstracting within negative spaces, or developing found images from a paint surface. These systems add structure and the element of chance to my work. Also, abstraction diffuses literalism.
Patrick Judd Artist Statement:
I have always enjoyed photography and have had a camera in my hand since I was 10 years. I attended school for film-making, but am self-taught in photography. I love the haunting look of infrared black and white photography, and enjoy using it to present landscapes in a creative way.

2016-17 Gallery Season Sponsor:

Midnight Showing of RHS
2016-10-28 23:55 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Special Theater Event

Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
A LIMITED NUMBER OF SEATS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR FOR FRIDAY’S MIDNIGHT SHOW. CASH OR CHECK ONLY. THE BOX OFFICE OPENS AT 11:00 P.M.
Book, Music and Lyrics by Richard O’Brien
A fundraiser to benefit the Northfield Arts Guild

Performances:
Thursday, October 27, 7:30pm
Friday, October 28, 7:30pm and Midnight
Saturday, October 29, 7:30pm and Midnight
In this cult classic, virginal heroes, Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, encounter the dog days of sexual hedonism in the form of a transvestite mad scientist, his wild collection of servants, and his latest creation: a muscular man named Rocky. With glam rock, cross-dressing, elaborate choreography, and a warped sense of humor, the audience is encouraged – “don’t dream it, be it.” The score includes favorites like “The Time Warp”, “Sweet Transvestite”, and “Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch Me.” Appropriate for adult audiences only. This is a fundraiser and is not part of our regular 2015-16 Theater Season.
The Rocky Horror Show is sponsored by

The Rocky Horror Show
2016-10-28 19:30 - 21:30, 2016-10-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Special Theater Event

Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
Book, Music and Lyrics by Richard O’Brien
A fundraiser to benefit the Northfield Arts Guild

Performances:
Thursday, October 27, 7:30pm
Friday, October 28, 7:30pm and Midnight
Saturday, October 29, 7:30pm and Midnight
In this cult classic, virginal heroes, Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire during a storm, encounter the dog days of sexual hedonism in the form of a transvestite mad scientist, his wild collection of servants, and his latest creation: a muscular man named Rocky. With glam rock, cross-dressing, elaborate choreography, and a warped sense of humor, the audience is encouraged – “don’t dream it, be it.” The score includes favorites like “The Time Warp”, “Sweet Transvestite”, and “Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch-a, Touch Me.” Appropriate for adult audiences only. This is a fundraiser and is not part of our regular 2015-16 Theater Season.
The Rocky Horror Show is sponsored by

Free Dance Master Class
2016-10-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Theater for the Heart & Mind: SPDT’s Approach to Meaningful Movement (ages 10-100)

Join the artists of Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater (SPDT) for a movement/theater master class in the company’s work, integrating emotional and physical movement vocabulary with vocal and theatrical expression. Wear comfortable clothing and come barefoot.This workshop is geared towards actors and dancers; all levels and abilities welcomed! Registration appreciated, but drop-ins are welcome! Register at https://65010.blackbaudhosting.com/65010/Theater-for-the-Heart-and-Mind
Day & time: Tuesday, 5:30-7:00 pm
Dates: October 25, 2016
Venue: Dance Studio
Fees: FREE; donations accepted
Instructors: Stuart Pimsler, Suzanne Costello, and SPDT Company Artists

CVRO: A Celtic Celebration
2016-10-23 15:30 - 17:30 | St. Dominic’s Church, 104 Linden St. N, Northfield, 55057
Along with the Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra, The Laura MacKenzie Trio (Laura MacKenzie – wooden flutes, whistles, pipes and voice; Dáithí Sproule – guitar and voice; and Mary Vanorny – fiddle) will present a program of traditional music originally arranged for Dáithí’s group Altan, in celebration of the ensemble’s 25 years of performing music together. These well-loved tunes and songs have been performed with the RTE Concert Orchestra, the Ulster Orchestra and the Royal Scottish Opera Orchestra, and range from delightful dance tunes to beautiful ballads, sung in both Irish and English.
Dáithí Sproule, well known for his pioneering guitar styles, deep knowledge of Irish song, and his place in the internationally acclaimed Irish super-group Altan, is a brilliant musician and a virtual font of cultural knowledge and lore. He has been a major force behind the success of traditional Irish music in today’s popular culture. “A seminal figure in Irish music” —The Rough Guide to Irish Music

Multi-instrumentalist/singer Laura MacKenzie has received an abundance of honors and awards for her work in traditional music, both Irish and Scottish, and is quite unique in the diversity of her instrumental skills. She has been honored with both Bush and McKnight performing arts fellowships and has performed across the nation. “High Priestess of Celtic music” –Minnesota Public Radio
Mary Vanory is one of the premier Irish fiddlers in the American Midwest, and teaches at the Center for Irish Music in St. Paul. She performs and records with numerous ensembles, including Brass Lassie, Captain Kaliber and Common Reel.

Concert Dates and Times
The first performance will take place on Saturday, October 22 at 7:00 pm at the Cannon Falls High School Auditorium (820 Minnesota St. E, Cannon Falls, MN 55009). This concert is co-sponsored by the Cannon Arts Board.
The second performance will take place on Sunday, October 23 at 3:30 pm at St. Dominic’s Church (104 Linden St. N, Northfield, MN 55057)
Ticket Information
Advanced purchase tickets are available online (click on the “Buy Tickets” button below), calling 507-645-8877, or stopping at the Northfield Arts Guild (304 Division St.).

“Pay-what-you-want” tickets will also be available at the door. Patrons are encouraged to support CVRO through a suggested admission of $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors.
Season Sponsor:

Media Sponsor:

Concert Sponsor:

Cannon Falls Co-Sponsor:

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

CVRO: A Celtic Celebration
2016-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Cannon Falls High School Auditorium, 820 East Minnesota Street, Cannon Falls, MN, 55009, United States

Studio ARTour
2016-10-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2016-10-15 10:00 - 18:00 | MN
The Studio ARTour is a co-operative venture among a group of artists in the areas around Farmington, Northfield, and Faribault. We open our studios to the public on the third weekend in October (in 2016: Oct 14,15 &16) and invite you to come out and see where and how we work.
This year we celebrate the 12th year we have put on the tour. It’s still getting bigger so we must be doing something right! This year features 21 studios and 40 artists. Most studios have several artists working in different media. The artists are glad to answer questions and provide information about the art. Some studios have demonstrations.
The range of work is amazing; weaving to welding, glass to gemstones, clay to carving – and paper in between. Whether you are a long-time collector, or are just looking for something unique, the studio tour is a perfect way to shop for fine art, and best of all the tour is free!
For more information, please visit the Studio ARTour website, and check out the FAQs. But if we didn’t answer your question feel free to email us atstudioartour@gmail.com
The Northfield Arts Guild is a proud sponsor and stop (Studio #20) on this studio tour!

Artist Mixer at Loon Liquors
2016-10-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Loon Liquors, 1325 Armstrong Road #165, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Brand new artist?
Been an artist for a long time?
Embarking on a new technique?
New to Northfield?
Lived here forever?
All of these are great reasons to be a pART of the Northfield Arts Guild’s first Artist Mixer of the 2016-17 season! Bring a friend, all visual artists welcome!
Enjoy appetizers & connecting with visual artists from our area.
Hand-crafted cocktails by Loon Liquors will be available.
Please RSVP by October 11 to heather@northfieldartsguild.org, or by calling (507) 645-8877
Loon Liquors
1325 Armstrong Road #165
Northfield, MN 55057

The Philadelphia Story
2016-10-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2016-10-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2016-10-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
by Philip Barry
September 30 – October 8, 2016
Northfield Arts Guild Theater
This Broadway hit starred Katharine Hepburn as Tracy Lord, of the Philadelphia Lords, a headstrong and spoiled daughter of the privileged. Divorced from C.K. Dexter Haven, she is engaged to a successful young snob. A society weekly sends a reporter and female photographer to cover the wedding arrangements. Tracy finds herself growing interested in the reporter Mike Connor, and following the pre-wedding bash, they take a moonlight swim and are then surprised by Dexter and the fiancé. The following morning her intended smugly forgives her, enraging Tracy, who breaks off the engagement. Connor offers to marry her, but she turns him down and remarries Dexter, the real love of her life, after all.
Many thanks to our 2016-17 Theater Season Sponsors!

The Philadelphia Story
2016-10-02 14:00 - 16:00, 2016-10-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2016-09-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
by Philip Barry
September 30 – October 9, 2016
Northfield Arts Guild Theater
This Broadway hit starred Katharine Hepburn as Tracy Lord, of the Philadelphia Lords, a headstrong and spoiled daughter of the privileged. Divorced from C.K. Dexter Haven, she is engaged to a successful young snob. A society weekly sends a reporter and female photographer to cover the wedding arrangements. Tracy finds herself growing interested in the reporter Mike Connor, and following the pre-wedding bash, they take a moonlight swim and are then surprised by Dexter and the fiancé. The following morning her intended smugly forgives her, enraging Tracy, who breaks off the engagement. Connor offers to marry her, but she turns him down and remarries Dexter, the real love of her life, after all.
Many thanks to our 2016-17 Theater Season Sponsors!

Winter/Spring Class proposals due!
2016-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 | MN
Interested in sharing your creative talents with the community? Why not teach a class at the Northfield Arts Guild! Class proposals are due Monday, September 30 for the Winter/Spring Term (January 2 – May 31, 2017 (no classes Spring Break March 20-27).
While all ideas are welcome, we’re particularly looking for teachers who might be interested in teaching:

Clay classes
Evening and weekend classes
One-day workshops, especially themed around a holiday or event

To submit a proposal, please fill out the following form:Class proposal form
For more information about our classes, please seePolicies and Guidelines

Sacred Space exhibit opens
2016-09-29 12:00 - 18:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
“Sacred Space”
New work by Michon Weeks and Patrick Judd

Sept 29 – Oct 29, 2016
This exhibit features new work by Michon Weeks and Patrick Judd. Meet the artists and learn more about their work at the Artist Reception / SEMAC Capstone Event on Friday, September 30, 2016 from 7-9 pm, with artist talks starting around 7:30 pm
Michon Weeks Artist Statement:
I often combine imagery of everyday objects with text from ancient stories as a way to evoke meaning and make connections between ordinary life and the sacred. Many of these large-scale paintings depict common objects found in my garage (tools, WD 40, bicycles, grill, etc.) combined with text from Ezekiel’s vision of the wheel from the Old Testament. I flatten the garage objects and turn multiple sides toward the picture plane, exaggerating rhythm and pattern. Am I inventing a modern myth where ordinary garage items have supernatural power? How does the text on the power tools, such as “ripping saw”, “24 tooth”, “Master Mechanic”, shape the text from Ezekiel’s vision? These are some of the questions I am playing with in the paintings. Drawing is central to the way I work. Transfiguration through abstraction has been my abiding interest. I experiment with various systems of abstraction, such as drawing within a grid of lines or dots, abstracting within negative spaces, or developing found images from a paint surface. These systems add structure and the element of chance to my work. Also, abstraction diffuses literalism.
Patrick Judd Artist Statement:
I have always enjoyed photography and have had a camera in my hand since I was 10 years. I attended school for film-making, but am self-taught in photography. I love the haunting look of infrared black and white photography, and enjoy using it to present landscapes in a creative way.

Exhibit Sponsor:

2016-17 Gallery Season Sponsor:

Annual Members Meeting and Season Kickoff
2016-09-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts, 304 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Annual Members Meeting Friday, September 23 from 6 – 7 pm

At this meeting we we’ll:

Revisit our accomplishments during the 2015-16 season
Review the financial state of the organization
Conduct official business:
1. Approve 2015 Annual Members’ Meeting minutes
2. Approve addition to by-law Article IV.B.:
“Should the Board members’ term end in the middle of a fiscal year, the board member may continue to serve on the board until the end of the fiscal year.”
Celebrate our extraordinary Volunteers of the Year! Richard Collman (Board & Fundraising), Rafael Estrella (Clay Studio), Carl Henry (IT Support), and Phil & Joy Peterson (CVRO)
Look forward to what’s in store for the 2016-17 season

Refreshments and light appetizers will be served.

Then stick around to continue to celebrate our members for the Annual Members’ Show Artist Reception and Season Kickoff Party from 7-9 pm in the Main Gallery!
