Regional Arts

Flourish at DreamAcres: 20 Years of Youth, Arts and Agriculture in Rural Minnesota
David Phillips reports on Flourish at DreamAcres, the unique summer camp in Wykoff that has blended arts and agriculture for 20 years.

Minnesota Marine Art Museum Showcases Global and Local Visions of Life on the Water
Laura Armstrong walks us through unique exhibits and natural outdoor art found at Winona’s Minnesota Marine Art Museum.

Youth of All Ages Engage in Creative Summer Arts Programs
Summer arts programs for area youth teach collaboration, creativity and community involvement; our photos and video montage capture their enthusiasm!

Classical Music Echoes Through the Valley
The Stringwood Chamber Music Festival returns to the Root River Valley for its 25th year of concerts and education; John Gaddo takes a closer look.

Poetry | Missing Those Who Left Us
Two new essay-style poems from local Minnesota author, Ken McCullough.

Essay | The Cows are Out!
In this charming essay, Greg Schieber shares the highs, lows and unexpected roundups of life in Fillmore County’s Big Woods.

Poetry | Three Haiku for Summer
Poet, writer, and photographer captures the essence of summer in the driftless with three new original haikus.

Poetry | Come Spring, Rhubarb Takes the Stage
Catherine Glynn salutes one of our favorite spring delicacies in an Ode to Rhubarb.

Poetry | Junk Love and Other Poems
Winona poet Emilio DeGrazia shares poetry from an upcoming book of original works.

Essay | The Power of Storytelling
Sandy Webb learns how to tell a compelling story at a Winona-area storytelling workshop.
