From Idea to Paperback is a half-day workshop that teaches the nuts and bolts of the publishing world. It focuses mostly on the independent publishing models (self-publishing) that have helped many writers get their works in print with no upfront costs, marketwide distribution, and has the fastest time to market....
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Learning Opportunity for Arts & Culture Nonprofits
Posted by SMACAttention! There is a learning opportunity for arts and culture nonprofits in the SMAC region, funded by the McKnight, St Paul and MN, Bigelow and Mardag Foundations! Arts Midwest is launching a new ArtsLab peer learning cohort that will run January – June, 2019. The program will bring together 10-12...
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Opportunities In Bird Island
Posted by SMACOpportunities In Bird Island Click here for the Bird Island Cultural Center November Newsletter Upcoming November Events in Bird Island: Kids Yoga in the Gallery: November 2, 16, 30 Artful Youth (9-13 years): October 29 – December 3 Meet Laura Ingalls Wilder: A presentation by historian Melanie Stringer November 7,...
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Website Opportunity for Artists and Arts Organizations
Posted by SMACWebsite Opportunity: Do you need a website to further your artistic career – or fulfill your organizational mission? Not sure where to start and are afraid of all the technical requirements & programming? Starting in January 2019, the SW MN Arts Council (SMAC) will be financially assisting up to 10...
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“Beginning Grantwriting” Workshop in Marshall, MN
Posted by SMACThrough Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Joe Pederson will be coming to Marshall to host a grantwriting clinic for beginners. Grantwriting is a useful skill that is required in many nonprofit positions. Many people who work in nonprofits find themselves in the position of “accidental grantwriter” and do not feel fully equipped...
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SMAC Upcoming Grant Writing Webinars, 2018-2019
Posted by SMACArt Project & Art Legacy Project Grants Webinar–Thursday, February 7, 2019 Join SW MN Arts Council online for a grant workshop webinar to learn about the guidelines, requirements, and application process for our Art Project & Art Legacy Project grants. Register here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07efinsm8pc7b1d74a&llr=9e86hmdab While this grant workshop webinar is free,...
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Minnesota State Arts Board–Cultural Community Partnership Webinar
Posted by SMACMinnesota State Arts Board–Cultural Community Partnership Webinar The Minnesota State Arts Board is offering a free one-hour Webinar to help applicants prepare to apply for the Cultural Community Partnership grant program. This session will be particularly helpful for first-time applicants. Program officer Sherrie Fernandez-Williams will walk through the program overview and...
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SMAC offers grant sessions in multiple locations this fall
Posted by SMACSMAC offers grant sessions in multiple locations this fall This fall, SW MN Arts Council (SMAC) will be offering free grants information sessions in several locations around the SW MN region. The session will include an overview of all SMAC grant programs for organizations, schools, and individuals, along with information...
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Mandala Painting in Hutchinson
Posted by SMAC“We Are What We Learn” Series Mandala Painting: September 20, 5-8:30 pm Learn to create your own personalized mandala. Participants will design and paint their own mandalas. All supplies are provided. This class is perfect for paint lovers, those who like to design, and/or anyone looking for a new experience...
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Workshop in Bird Island: Composition Development & Balance of Color
Posted by SMACComposition Development and Balance of Color Time: 9 am-3:30 pm Location: Cultural Centre in Bird Island, 640 Dogwood Ave, Bird Island, MN 55310 Led by instructor Arthur H. Norby, who’s exhibit runs at the centre August 15-31. Exhibit will have Art’s sculptures and paintings. Please contact the centre from information...
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