Wicked Witch’s Paverpol Workshops

“Turn Fabric to Stone” with Paverpol!

Come to BreakAway’s Next Community Workshop!

Make Poppies, Flying Monkeys and Munchkins for promotion and props to support Black Dirt Theater’s Wizard of Oz! Paverpol is a unique product specifically formulated for sculpture, set design, 2D & 3D art, and much more!

Workshops will run from 10am to 6pm, July 6th through the 8th. You’re free stay the whole time or part of the time!

Work around your schedule!

No Pre-registration!

All workshops are FREE to participate in!
An $85 Dollar Value!Please bring a roll of masking tape (the wider the better), a roll of aluminum foil, and sharp scissors (sharp enough for fabric).

Workshops: July, 6th, 7th and 8th from 10am – 6pm

For more info visit BreakAway Arts

Great Summer Events

Enjoy your summer with art, garden tours, music, theater and other fun events in our communities. Here is a quick summary, check out our blog and Facebook page for continuous updates.
Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre (PFCT) is bringing a theatrical experience to Prescott, Wisconsin.

Script by Bob Gribas and original music by Angela Rinaldi.

Friday, June 30 and July 1, 7 pm.

Joy Lutheran Church
1435 St Croix St
Prescott, WI 54021

More info: http://www.prairiefirechildrenstheatre.com/

Author J Ryan Stradal in Hastings

Join award-winning author J Ryan Stradal in his hometown of Hastings at The Bierstube. He is returning to the area with the paperback version of his best-selling book Kitchens of the Great Midwest.

Sunday, July 3 at 5 p.m. More info

FEATURED EVENT

Sanctuaries – Churches, Homes & Gardens 2016 Tour

Save the Date: July 9 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

This fundraiser is for the benefit of scholarships for youth who are interested in any of the art forms. The tour focuses on the theme of Mid-Century Modernism & Modernism. Tour 1 mid-century church, 3 modern homes (all at least 50 years old) and 5 amazing gardens. Some sites will host workshops (POLLINATOR GARDENING, FLOWER ARRANGING, FUN WITH HERBS) and the tour includes other examples of modernism to admire curbside.

Advance tickets at $20 are available until July 8 online and at the following locations: Hastings YMCA, BreakAway Arts in Hastings, MN and the Orange Dragon Art Gallery (ODG) in Prescott, WI.

SAVE THE DATES!

Special “Colors of Summer” Exhibit Meet the Artists:

Friday, July 8, from 5 to 7:30 PM. Please visit Orange Dragon Art Gallery for more information

Microbrews: Beer Tasting

Friday, July 8, 7-9 pm
Reservations and more info: LeDuc Historic Estate or Community Education

Summer Painting with David Youngren

Sunday, July 10th • 2:00 – 4:00pm at LeDuc Historic Estate. More info Call: 651-438-8480

Hastings Music in the Park

Saturday, July 9, 2016 10:00 a.m. More info

Events at BreakAway Arts:

July 6th-8th – “Turn Fabric to Stone” With Paverpol! BreakAway’s Next Community Workshop!
July 9th – 23rd – Featured Artist Exhibition: Lois Ireland, Reception July 14th 5-8pm
For complete listings, please visit BreakAway Arts

Events at Great River Road Visitor and Learning Center

Friday, July 15, 2016 10 – 11 a.m.- Books and Benches Program at the Butterfly Art Bench. More info
Saturday, July 30 at 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Build a Little Free Library. More info

Hastings River Town Days 2016

Friday, July 15 – Sunday July 17. Please visit Hastings website for more details.

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Celebrate Start of Summer with Art and Music

Don’t miss great art and music in the local area!

Art in the Park Flags
Friday, June 24^th 6:00 pm – 8pm
Make a fun and colorful Art in the Park flag to celebrate Summer at Hastings Riverwalk!
Using stamps and inks, fabrics and hot glue sticks you will marvel at how easy it is to create a unique flag which may be hung in your own yard or in your home! More info

There will also be FREE Live Music by Banjo and the Bear!

Two Concerts at Hastings Arts Center:

Hastings Summer Strings Academy Concert
Friday. June 24^th 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Join Hastings Arts Center for this FREE Concert showcasing the talents of the Hastings Summer Strings Academy! More info
Shotgun Johnson and the Mississippi Seven
Saturday-June 25, 2016 7:00pm $10 admission at the door “After going to the Downtown Cruise-In, come get cooled off at this toe-tapping concert by this great group of fun folks!”

Needleworker’s Day – the Modern Interpretation of Historic Design 2017
Saturday, June 25^thJoin speakers at the LeDuc Historic Estate at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm. There will also be demonstrations and displays of pieces based on the designs of the Hastings Needlework Company. Read more

Tea and scones served throughout the day. All guests will be given a select sampling of stencils not shared before for their use on their own projects!

FUTURE FEATURED EVENT: Sanctuaries – Churches, Homes & Gardens 2016 Tour

Save the Date: July 9 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Advance tickets at $20 are available until July 8 online and at the following locations: Hastings YMCA, BreakAway Arts in Hastings, MN and the Orange Dragon Art Gallery (ODG) in Prescott, WI.

EVENTS IN PROGRESS

Solo Artist Exhibition at BreakAway Arts

May 26th through July 2nd – Featured Artist Exhibition: David Cook

“Art that will move, excite & Challenge You.” There will be Wine, beer and lemonade available. Read More

Special “Colors of Summer” Exhibit

Ongoing FREE Exhibit at the Orange Dragon Art Gallery thru July 24^th

Gallery hours: Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 to 5:00. More info

Outdoor River City Sculpture Tour of FREE public art!

Original sculptures created by regional and national artists are now on display in Hastings and Prescott.

This FREE public art will be up all summer long. Read More

Art in the Park

Art in the Park Flags

Friday, June 24 6-8pm

Make a fun and colorful Art in the Park flag to celebrate Summer at Hastings Levee Park!
“Using stamps and inks, fabrics and hot glue sticks you will marvel at how easy it is to create a unique flag which may be hung in your own yard or in your home!”

$25 per person includes: art workshop (instructor, materials & supplies) & a bottled water or soda.

Come for FREE Live Music by Banjo and the Bear!

To register, contact 651-480-6182 or email pmarschall@hastingsmn.gov
Drop-in’s welcome

For more info visit BreakAway Arts or City of Hastings websites

Hastings & Prescott Events this Weekend

Here is a quick list of a few ongoing and upcoming events:

Solo Artist Exhibition at BreakAway Arts

In conjunction with “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” BreakAway Arts is hosting a Solo Artist Exhibition: David Cook

“Art that will move, excite & Challenge You.” There will be Wine, beer and lemonade available. Read More

Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!

“Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!” is a new musical written by Greta Grosch and featuring the music of Jimmy Kennedy and Joe Weismann (of “The Smarts”). Based on the real life experiences of Hastings residents Janet Letnes Martin and artist David Cook, “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!” explores the magical and often tangled intersection between the genius of art and the self-destruction of addiction.

Performances run June 1 – 5, 2016, at the Hastings Arts Center. Read More

“Colors of Summer Exhibit” at Orange Dragon Art Gallery

Visit this ongoing exhibition until July 24. Next opening reception will be June 10 from 5-7:30 p.m.

Gallery hours: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. More Info

Prescott’s Kick-off the Summer Celebration

Friday, June 3, 2016 from 5-8pm Public Square Park (across the street from the Middle School) Read More

Rhubarb Festival at the LeDuc Historic Estate

On June 4, 2016 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. the Friends of LeDuc and Historic Hastings will sponsor their Annual Rhubarb Festival.

Rhubarb will reign as the main feature of this event – bunches of fresh rhubarb, potted rhubarb plants and baked rhubarb treats will all be offered for sale. Sharing the stage with rhubarb this year will be herbs. There will be demonstrations on how to use various herbs in salads and cooking and suggestions for which herbs to include in your own garden to provide sanctuary and food for bees and butterflies. A variety of potted herbs will be offered for sale as well. Read More

Outdoor River City Sculpture Tour of FREE public art!

Original sculptures by Artists Dale Lewis and John Hughes are now in display in Hastings and Prescott.

All artwork for this exhibit was created by regional and national artists. The pedestals are sponsored by local business and groups.
This FREE public art will be up all summer long. Read More

Pioneer Press article: Giant sculptures take up residence in Stillwater, Hastings by Mary Divine

Variety of Upcoming Events

Here is a quick summary of upcoming events this week and in the near future.

City of Hastings celebration of the newly renovated Veterans Memorial Levee Park on the RiverWalk

“Please join us next Thursday, May 26 beginning at 4:00 pm for a grand opening celebration of both the Rotary Pavilion and the new Veteran’s Memorial and Levee Park. After a short program to thank all the generous contributors who made this possible, there will be 1/2-hour concert by the River Valley Community Band, followed by the BridgePort Classic Rock Band.”

Veterans Memorial Levee Park, 20 Ramsey Street, Hastings, MN 55033 Read More

Solo Artist Exhibition at BreakAway Arts

In conjunction with “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” BreakAway Arts will be holding a Solo Artist Exhibition: David Cook

Opening Reception: Thursday, May 26th 4-9 pm

There will be Wine, beer and lemonade available. Read More

Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!

Performances run June 1 – 5, 2016, at the Hastings Arts Center. Read More

“Colors of Summer Exhibit” at Orange Dragon Art Gallery

This exhibit will run from May 26 through July 24. Next opening reception will be June 10 from 5-7:30 p.m.

Opening Receptions will take place the 2^nd Friday of each month from 5-7:30 p.m. Next receptions: June 10 and July 8. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. More Info

Prescott’s Kick-off the Summer Celebration

Friday, June 3, 2016 from 5-8pm Public Square Park (across the street from the Middle School) Read More

Sanctuaries – Churches, Homes, & Gardens Garden Tour

Promoting architecture, design and gardening as art forms! Saturday, July 9, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tour 1 mid-century church, 3 modern homes (all at least 50 years old) and 5 amazing gardens. Some sites will host workshops (POLLINATOR GARDENING, FLOWER ARRANGING, FUN WITH HERBS) and the tour includes other examples of modernism to admire curbside.

There are exciting surprises in store for the tour guests. Read More

Solo Artist Exhibition at BreakAway Arts

In conjunction with “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” BreakAway Arts will be holding a Solo Artist Exhibition: David Cook

Opening Reception: Thursday, May 26th 4-9pm

The exhibit will run until June 8.

There will be Wine, beer and lemonade available

Café Gallery at BreakAway Arts
111 East 3rd Street
Hastings, MN 55033

This show is in support of “Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!,” showing at Hastings Arts Center from June 1st-5th.

Get tickets for the musical

Lemonade for the Lawnboy: The Musical!

SALES END 12 HOURS BEFORE EACH SHOW.
Tickets are $20 each. Brown Paper Tickets adds a $1.69 service fee to each ticket.
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR! Cash, Check or Charge.

Greta Grosch Presents:
With support from the Hastings Prescott Area Arts Council.

Featuring a powerhouse cast of Twin Cities performers: Roxanne Britz, Shana Eisenberg, Wendy Short Hays, Robbie Manicina, Tina North, Gail Ottmar, Janet Paone and Edward Williams.

Performances run June 1 – 5, 2016, at the Hastings Arts Center.

JOIN US FOR THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL EVENTS:
Wed, June 1 – Opening night reception after the show.
Thu, June 2 – Lemonade served at the matinee.
Fri, June 3 – Post show discussion with the cast/creators.
Sat, June 4 – Lemonade on the lawn between shows.
Sun, June 5 – Closing performance.

NOTE: David Cook’s art will be on display in the lobby and is available for purchase.

Artspace Hastings Lofts Information session

Please join us for an information session to learn more about the future Artspace Hastings Lofts. Find out more about Artspace, living in an Artspace project, view current designs, and speak with Artspace and UrbanWorks staff members.
Visit Artspace Hastings to learn more and sign up for future sessions. Free and open to the public.

When: Thursday, March 31, 2016 6:00 -7:00 pm

Where: Breakaway Arts Cafe 111 East 3rd Street, Hastings, MN 55033

Kings and Queens of Arts

Join in the Celebration of Love and the Arts: February 9th – 13th

BreakAway Arts is sponsoring a week-long series of arts events including live music and free beer/wine tastings leading up to Valentine’s Day!

“Join us for any and all of these fun, entertaining and creative experiences!”

There will be artisan Valentine’s gifts, gift baskets, flowers and more.
Book classes early!
Reserve your seat at our FREE Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament ($200 in prizes!).

There is something for absolutely everyone during these 5 days. Make it a date with your honey!

Check BreakAway Arts website for complete details: Celebration of Love and the Arts

BreakAway Arts looks forward to seeing you!

111 East 3rd Street, Hastings, MN