Inspired By Claudette & Rosa (Opening Night)
2023-02-10 12:30 - 15:00 UTC
By Laura Mann-Hill
ACW Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
I hope you can join me in lifting up the voices of youth in the upcoming performance of the play I wrote. We have a cast of amazing youth performers. The play is based on real-life experiences I had working with Twin Cities youth over the past two years.
Inspired by Claudette and Rosa
Sonia and some of her classmates struggle navigating issues of race in their everyday life. After learning about Civil Rights Activists Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin, Sonia is inspired to take a stand in her own life and move them to action. In 1955, nine months before Rosa Parks became known as a civil rights icon, 15-year-old Claudette Colvin refused to give up her seat on a racially segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Claudette’s story of resistance and her relationship with Rosa reveals the role she played in sparking a movement for racial justice.
The show runs February 10-February 26, 2023. More info and tickets available at https://www.youthperformanceco.org

On-Location Drawing Co-Op: Textile Center
2023-02-11 11:30 - 14:00
On Location Drawing Co-op
An informal group that meets at different locations throughout the Twin Cities to draw.
We will be dining at Fresh Tyme Deli which is across the street.
Lunch is optional and is on your dime.
Further information and updates can be found on our Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/onlocationdrawing
Or email Deb at tobersonstudios@gmail.com
Debra Ripp/ Tobersonstudios

Painting Pouring Reception @ California Building
2023-02-11 13:30 - 16:00
California Building 2nd Saturday Gallery
Reception and Thursday Night Painting Pouring
Candy Kuehn and Deborah Foutch now have a mixed media show hanging in the On2 Gallery in the California Building ( second floor by elevator). We are inviting you to play with materials in this wet paint pour onto fabrics and papers with found objects for texture.
The pour, with instructions, will be Thursday evening, Feb 9. 6:30 -7:30
Candy and Deborah will host a talk about materials, subjects, and artistic choices @ 1:30.
Harvesting materials will happen Saturday, Feb. 11, 2pm to 4pm.

February Crossword Continued!
2023-02-12 08:00 - 17:00
Print this image or copy it down on a piece of paper to do ACW’s February crossword! First clue here, next 3 clues on February 14th. Email Kellyfrankenberg@gmail.com for answers at the end of the month.
Across:

Ending of cal- or parame-
After ____ or school subject
Grandmother

ACW Climate Change Action Affinity Group
2023-02-13 15:00 - 17:00
The ACW Climate Change Action Affinity Group
Meet via Zoom on Monday, Feb. 13 at 3 p.m. Contact Margo@MargoAshmore.com for the link. To read more about the group’s initial activities and homework, go to the project page: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/acw-climate-change-action-affinity-group
Inspired by the Collaborative MWMO project, Mississippi River Pearl. Read More: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/mississippi-management-and-watershed-project

Valentine's Day
2023-02-14 08:00 - 17:00
Happy Valentine’s Day! Learn more about the history of the holiday here.
If you want to submit your art to illustrate this page, please email rebecca.a.froehlich@gmail.com to let her know!

February Crossword Continued!
2023-02-14 08:00 - 17:00
Print this image or copy it down on a piece of paper to do ACW’s February crossword! First clue here, next 3 clues on February 16th. Email Kellyfrankenberg@gmail.com for answers at the end of the month.
Across:

Specialty outdoor retailer
One of the great lakes
Sci-fi Channel’s new name: ___fy

Nirvana Day
2023-02-15 08:00 - 17:00
Today is Nirvana Day. Learn more about this holiday here.
If you have art you’d like to submit to illustrate this page, please email rebecca.a.froehlich@gmail.com.

Life on the Spectrum - Call for Art (Due Date)
2023-02-15 08:00 - 17:00
Life On The Spectrum Call for Art
Join ACW’s partnership with Grand Hand Gallery
Did you know that an estimated 1 in 100 children worldwide is born with autism? In order to reduce the stigma of neurodivergent individuals, we must work together to educate ourselves and one another on the condition.
Artists who participate in this gallery exhibition are tasked with creating a piece of any medium they choose as long as it addresses the given prompt: How has autism changed your world? Both neurodivergent and neurotypical artists are encouraged to apply and draw on their personal experiences with autism. Let’s all come together to talk about what it really means to be on the spectrum.
Call for art details
Target Audience: Those who want to educate themselves about autism, those who are on the spectrum, have a friend or loved one with special needs,
Mediums- Paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics, printmaking, etc.
Subjects- Autism, Neurodivergent, celebrate our differences
Stipend for participation: $100.00
Requirements to apply:
-Must have a current membership through the end of the exhibition (August 4th 2023): https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/product-category/support-us/
-Must have personal experiences with autism/ neurodivergency
Dates:
-Start: July 10th (set up)
-Stop: August 4
-Artwork Statement due: June 19th (May be up to 8.5 x 11) to roseaileen994@gmail.com
-Artwork drop off date: Artists deliver Art June 26th – July 5th to Grand Hand Gallery 619 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102
-Opening Night Date: July 13 5 pm -7 pm
-Other Activities: Artist Talk, Music, Community Discussion(s)
-Closing Date: August 4th
-Artwork Pick Up Date: August 5th – 7 th
Application deadline: February 15
If you have questions about the application contact Rose Cooper, Intern, Project Manager roseaileen994@gmail.com

February Crossword Continued!
2023-02-16 08:00 - 17:00
Print this image or copy it down on a piece of paper to do ACW’s February crossword! First clue here, next 3 clues on February 20th. Email Kellyfrankenberg@gmail.com for answers at the end of the month.
Across:
30. Pre-90s name for flipflop
Down:
1.Beach view
2.Commercial

Revolutionary: The Feminine Perspective Beyond 50 - Reception
2023-02-17 18:00 - 20:00
Layl McDill’s piece, “Baked Bikini”, will be included in the
exhibit “Revolutionary” at Fresh Eye Gallery.
Dates:
Exhibition Dates: February 15 – March 25, 2023
Reception: Friday, February 17, 6-8 PM
Artist Talk: Wednesday, March 8, 6:30 – 8 PM
Gallery Location:
Fresh Eye Gallery
4238 Nicollet Ave S., Minneapolis, MN 55409
https://www.fresheyegallery.com

Paris Is Burning - Virtual Watch Party
2023-02-18 18:00 - 20:00
Join ACW Intern Frances Bates at a Movie Watch Party
We will all watch and discuss “Paris is Burning” to prepare for her Intern Project, “The Art of Drag”, premiering in August 2023.
Date: February 18th, 2023. Time: 6 pm on Zoom. FREE
You can watch on:
HBO Max, The Criterion Channel, or Apple TV
OR: https://watchdocumentaries.com/paris-is-burning/
The movie theme is “The Art Of Drag”
Discussion question: How does Drag fit into social justice?
Contact: Catherine Palmer cath.a.palmer@gmail.com
to register and get Zoom details.

Beautiful February - Click Here for a Smile!
2023-02-19 08:00 - 17:00
Refresh your eyes (without having to step out in the cold) with this winter scenery!

Photo Credit: Kelly Frankenberg (below!)

February Crossword Continued!
2023-02-20 08:00 - 17:00
Print this image or copy it down on a piece of paper to do ACW’s February crossword! First clue here, next 3 clues on February 22nd. Email Kellyfrankenberg@gmail.com for answers at the end of the month.
Down:

Not yes
The raven said ____more
A Janet Jackson song

Paint To Process - Kickoff
2023-02-21 18:30 - 20:30
Call For Art
Hey all, I’m the writer of the article below on being nonverbal. Do you also have accessibility needs? Perhaps a need for more online activities? Well, if you like making art and sharing your experience in a supportive group, consider joining the program Paint to Process!
We will be meeting on Discord on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm starting on February 21st. During the first meeting, we can discuss if that schedule will work for everyone. There are four spots available. A free care package of art supplies will be mailed to participants. All you need to do is register, show up, create, and support!
If you are interested please send an email to: Alkemyfrost@gmail.com
Screenshots may be taken for ACW but will only be shared publicly if all members consent.
Best wishes,
Alkemy Frost
(Ne/Nir/Nem)

Being Nonverbal
By Alkemy

As a kid, I’d often think “I’ll never speak again” and “I wonder if I can make my own sign language…” at the time it was probably chalked up to drama. The times I absolutely couldn’t speak were taken as something like stubbornness or some other undesirable mentality. Now I know that I have selective mutism and that is what causes me to have trouble talking.
Selective mutism is when a person can’t talk sometimes and is more commonly referred to under the less specific term nonverbal. Someone may be nonverbal some of the time or all of the time. There are a variety of reasons a person may be nonverbal, including but not limited to being Deaf, Autistic, having social anxiety, trauma, a problem with the vocal cords, or a stroke. In my case, I’m Autistic and have social anxiety as well as a vocal cord issue.
So can I talk? Most of the time yes. Do I want to? Not really and in some instances I absolutely can’t. Talking takes a lot more mental work than most people give it credit for. Similar to taking for granted how easy it is to walk when other people have to work really hard at it or can’t walk at all.

I want to point out that speaking isn’t necessarily better than not speaking. Someone who is forced to speak might be suffering more than someone making the choice not to. What can make it harder though is if there is a lot going on, too many people, I don’t know the people around me, I’m tired, I don’t feel good, or I’m stressed out. When in smaller more familiar situations with less sensory input I feel less overwhelmed and more inclined to talk. It can also help if the interaction is something more scripted like singing a song I’ve memorized or reading something written.
There are many ways to communicate, speaking isn’t always one of them. For someone who has experience with being nonverbal there are other options you can use. Text message, email, handwriting, Text to Speech, Real-Time Text, or American Sign Language (ASL). Unfortunately, not everyone I interact with is willing to accommodate my needs. Patience is key and even if you don’t understand why, it is important to follow a person’s accommodations.
Remember, don’t take it personally and give people time. Try turning on Real-Time Text (settings>accessibility) or learning ASL and check out the ebook Gallant by V. E. Schwab to see nonverbal character representation. You can also be a person’s voice if they ask. We really appreciate the support!

February Crossword Continued!
2023-02-22 08:00 - 17:00
Print this image or copy it down on a piece of paper to do ACW’s February crossword! First clue here, next 3 clues on February 24th. Email Kellyfrankenberg@gmail.com for answers at the end of the month.
Down:

“___ at work” (a band)
The third “w” in an internet address
Anger

RESCHEDULING: event canceled due to weather Club Critique with Layl McDill @ Flux Building
2023-02-22 18:00 - 20:00
RESCHEDULING due to weather: You are Invited to Join Club Critique 2023
Layl McDill, February 22nd
Flux Building, 2505 NE Howard St Minneapolis, 6PM
If you are looking for a place to give and get supportive, intelligent, and rigorous critique of your work then Club Critique is for you! If you are interested, please go to the Club Critique page on the ACW website and read about the project. https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/gritique-minutes/
Contact Greg for more information about the 2023 Club Critique: gregvolkerarts@gmail.com

Noble Truths Studio Exhibit - Susan Wagner
2023-02-23 08:00 - 17:00
Noble Truths Studio Visit Artists for 2022-2023
Susan Wagner February 21, 2023

Minneapolis based artist Susan Wagner has been re-interpreting the landscape with her paintings and mixed media works since 2005. Originally a feature film sound editor, Susan has blended her 25 years of visual and sound design storytelling experience with her skills in 2D compositions. Susan uses color, shapes, dynamic geometries, and various media to create works that are newly constructed worlds evoking relationship, connection and energy. Her latest work, Pink Sun, was at the Minneapolis/ St. Paul International Airport for the 2021 year.
Her studio is located at 681 17th Avenue NE, Studio 209
Social Media
www.susanwagnerart.com
Instagram.com/susanwagnerart
Contact Susan at: smwpaintings@gmail.com

February Crossword Continued!
2023-02-24 08:00 - 17:00
Print this image or copy it down on a piece of paper to do ACW’s February crossword! First clue here, next 3 clues on February 26th. Email Kellyfrankenberg@gmail.com for answers at the end of the month.
Down:

Dreams
Not AM
ACW Makers space artists were _____ at the YMCA and transformational housing last year.

February Crossword Continued!
2023-02-26 08:00 - 17:00
Print this image or copy it down on a piece of paper to do ACW’s February crossword! First clue here, final 2 clues on February 28th. Email Kellyfrankenberg@gmail.com for answers at the end of the month.
Down:

Australian friend
All
Not AM

March Call for Art - Fox Den (Orange / Body Image)
2023-03-01 08:00 - 17:00
CALL FOR ART
We are looking for artists interested in showing their work in the Fox Den Gallery at the Solar Arts Building. Right now we have a few plans in the works and would love for art to be in the Fox Den during those days.

March: Artworks that are orange, maybe about body image
April: Recycled/Repurposed art
May: Art-A-Whirl
June: TBA
August: TBA
September: Literary art
October: TBA
November: Art This Way and Small Business Saturday
December: Holiday Art Shows
Find out more information here:
https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/fox-den/
Interested folks should send questions or application to francesbates22@gmail.com

Frances Bates (She/Her)
Fox Den Gallery Coordinator
francesbate22@gmail.com
francesbates22.wixsite.com/portfolio

Heal & Chill Art & Wellness Event - Call for Art (Due Date)
2023-03-01 08:00 - 17:00
CALL FOR ART
The purpose of the Heal & Chill (Art and Wellness Fair) is to promote mental and physical wellness. This is a project is led by ACW members Briauna Williams and Intern, Collin Nelson.
A gentle reminder to take care of self. An all-inclusive community event promoting self-love, confidence and mindfulness The art workshops will be small tables with one on one creating with community artists. Participants will have tools to create this experience at home to combat stress, depression etc. Leaving the fair with created art to take home.
June 3. 11:00 AM-4:00 PM. There will be a ONE DAY event at Midtown Global Market 920 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55407. Food and product vendors, activities, music, massage AND an ACW / Global Art Shoppe large work exhibition.
Send Application to create a large work- at least 24” X 36” on the topic of Wellness and Art. Application: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/fox-den-application. Send to LuceQuilts lucienne@lucequilts.com by March 1, 2023.

On Location Drawing Group - Walker Art Center
2023-03-04 11:30 - 14:30

Happy Birthday, Catherine Palmer!
2023-03-05 08:00 - 17:00
Please wish a very happy birthday to Catherine A. Palmer today!

Holi
2023-03-08 08:00 - 17:00
Today is Holi, the festival of colors. Learn more about the holiday here.
If you have art you’d like to submit to illustrate this page, please email rebecca.a.froehlich@gmail.com.

Happy Birthday, Layl McDill!
2023-03-20 08:00 - 17:00
Please wish Layl McDill a very happy birthday today!

Layl McDill at Waseca Art Center (First Day)
2023-03-21
200 State Street North, Waseca MN 56093
https://www.wasecaartcenter.org

First Day of Ramadan
2023-03-22 08:00 - 17:00
Today is the first day of Ramadan. Learn more about the history of the holiday here.
If you want to submit your art to illustrate this page, please email rebecca.a.froehlich@gmail.com to let her know!

Layl McDill at Waseca Art Center - Opening
2023-03-30 17:00 - 19:00

Art Battle
2023-03-31 14:00 - 20:00
Come see Kelly Frankenberg at the Mall of America at 5pm.
https://www.mallofamerica.com/events/view/30949
