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October 2024
Beneath These Western Skies Open House
Join us as we celebrate the "Beneath these Western Skies" art exhibit in our gallery. Featuring the contemporary western paintings of local artists, Afton, (who, as an artist, goes by her first name only) and Trish Stevenson. Open House Meet the Artists, explore their work and enjoy some sweet treats with us 12:00 PM - 4 PM Long X Arts Foundation Gallery/The Merc at the Long X Visitor Center Trish Stevenson will be conducting a demo painting using soft pastels…
Find out more »Rhapsody & the Blues Concert
Hear George Gershwin’s ‘Rhapsody in Blue’ premiered…again! This is the first NEW arrangement of Gershwin’s iconic work since the original dance band version of 1924 and the ensuing orchestral arrangement of 1942.
Find out more »Concert Series Selection Meeting
Join us as we welcome Allied Concert Services to help make the decision on what type of acts and entertainment we will be hosting in the 2025-26 season. This is a fun way to get to know our options, learn about great touring acts and have your voice heard in the selection of the Concert Series lineup. 5:30 PM Appetizers provided. Hope to see you there! Click here to sneak peek the acts we have to choose from before the…
Find out more »November 2024
Pumpkin Muffin Baking Class
Beginners and baking enthusiasts learn a delicious and homemade, seasonal recipe. All ingredients and equipment provided. Enjoy complementary drinks and receive 6 muffins, plus the recipe to take home. Choose from two different time slots: Class One: 11 am - 12:30 pm Class Two: 4:00 - 5:30 pm Recommended ages 10+
Find out more »Onesti Krieger–The 16 x 20 Show
Onesti Krieger is a visual artist working in oil and acrylics. She primarily paints abstract expressionistic paintings using organic shapes in a highly gestural manner. For Onesti, artmaking is a form of meditation, or a process of the release and gain of energy. Painting gives her a precious opportunity to express her perceptions of a fleeting moment. In her eyes, art can be found everywhere, in everything, and she strives to communicate her perceptions of this universal beauty to the…
Find out more »Holiday Open House
Meet us at The Merc and Long X Arts Foundation for an afternoon of treats, shopping, great deals and a free ornament-making activity for the kids. Stop by before the Parade of Lights!
Find out more »December 2024
Magical Medora Christmas Tour
The Magical Medora Christmas Tour is back in Watford City! This beloved tour has made its way across the Dakotas and Minnesota for more than six years and they're excited to be back to entertain their friends in the Watford City area. Watford City High School Auditorium Wednesday, December 4 7:30pm Central Time - Doors Open by 7:00pm $36 Tickets for sale at First International Bank The 90-minute show is filled with Christmas carols you know and love performed by…
Find out more »16 x 20 Art Show Open House
Join us for an open house to celebrate the work of Williston artist Onesti Krieger. 12 PM - 4 PM Meet the artist, paint a piece of pottery during our open studio and enjoy snacks and treats. Onesti Krieger is a visual artist working in oil and acrylics. She primarily paints abstract expressionistic paintings using organic shapes in a highly gestural manner. For Onesti, artmaking is a form of meditation, or a process of the release and gain of energy.…
Find out more »La Posada 2024
Carols, live show, music, Pinatas, food vendors and door prizes celebrating Hispanic Christmas! Long X Arts sponsors the Folkloric Dancers and a free piñata class for the kids! 4-8 PM Rough Rider Center Free!
Find out more »January 2025
Greg Walter “Animal Alphabet Alliteration”
Greg is primarily a landscape painter and Professor of Art at Dickinson State University. Since becoming a grandfather, the focus of his creative work has moved to children’s book illustration. This project is an illustrated ABC book, using alliteration to reinforce the sound of each letter, under the principle that "repetition is the mother of learning." "The illustrations are done in watercolor and colored pencil on paper. I came up with this concept when my own children were still quite…
Find out more »February 2025
Play Auditions- Murder at Cliff House
McKenzie County Community Theater is excited to share their next play, a murder mystery called "Murder at Cliff House"! Auditions are on February 9 at 2 pm, and the show will run April 25-27; we hope to see you there! (It's free to get involved; you don't need to bring anything with you, you don't need any theater experience, and this organization was built just for adults to have a fun, creative activity to do in the community!) Thank you…
Find out more »Letters from Home
Letters from Home is a USO style show, honoring artists like Frank Sinatra, the Andrews Sisters, Vera Lynn, the Nicholas Brothers, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and many others. High-energy singing and tap dancing by founder Erinn Dearth and Dan Beckmann, will leave you feeling great about being human. Though no two performances are the same, each show will be funny, historical, and inspirational. Part of the Watford City Area Concert Series in cooperation with the American Legion Club.*FREE for all active…
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