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May 2025
Paint Your Own Pottery Open Studio
MAKE A RESERVATION ONLINE AND GET A $5 DISCOUNT ON POTTERY SELECTION!! Come and see Miss Jess at the Long X Art Gallery to paint a piece of pottery to be glazed and fired in the kiln! Stop in anytime from 10 am - 4 pm to choose from a variety of different colors and pieces, from bowls, figurines, banks, boxes, you name it! It will then be ready to pick up in one week's time. $25-Pre-Registration $30-Walk-ins Larger pieces…
Find out more »Cinco De Mayo Open House
Join us as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo at the Visitor Center! Bring the kids to make maracas (free), grab a snack or lunch with our food vendors and hit the pinata after school at 4 pm. PLUS: Put your name in a drawing for a pinata of your own! And as always, we have ice cream and specialty sodas for the occasion. See you there! Food by:
Find out more »Spring Fever Watercolor Workshop
Spring Fever Watercolor Workshop! Shake off winter and get ready to paint the beauty of spring! In this beginner-friendly watercolor workshop, you’ll learn how to draw and paint trees, flowers, and grasses—everything you need to capture the season from local artist Belinda Dixon. We’ll cover washes, backgrounds, and how to bring a landscape together. By the end of class, you’ll have a finished landscape painting ready to frame! All skill levels welcome—beginners encouraged! Cost: $50 – All supplies included! Thaw…
Find out more »Street Corner Symphony
Mark your calendars for the perfect Mother's Day Date! Join us for the a cappella music of Street Corner Symphony followed by special desserts and coffee to make it a sweet afternoon out. Street Corner Symphony is a Nashville-based male a cappella ensemble that was a runner-up on NBC’s Sing Off in 2010. Street Corner Symphony moves seamlessly between most styles of music, feeling at home in all of them. Not many concerts can be equally enjoyed by both young…
Find out more »Air Clay Gnome Class-FREE
Come unwind and get creative with us on Syttende Mai with these cute clay Scandinavian gnomes! This is a free make-and-take project with white, air-dry clay. You can color your project with markers or paint at home, once the clay has dried. Part of the Syttende Main Open House Event featuring complimentary Scandinavian treats! Ages 5+ recommended.
Find out more »Syttendi Mai Open House
Celebrate Norwegian Independence Day with us at The Merc at the Long X Visitor Center! Enjoy complimentary Homemade Norwegian Treats Bring the kids for a FREE air dry clay gnome making class Celebrate the opening of the Uff-Da: Folk Art Show by Emily Lunde
Find out more »Strummin’ and Hummin’-Beginner Guitar Workshop-May
Join local musician David Cooper for this beginners guitar class! Start with an instrument orientation and tuning course followed by two 30-minute song learning sessions, learning basic chords and strumming. Come away knowing the basics of two songs and song sheets to help keep you practicing! Ages 14 + $35 per person (bring your own guitar) $45 per person (we provide the guitar for the night)
Find out more »June 2025
Beaded Earrings Class
Join local artist Kole Deadwyler for a hands-on class where you'll learn the art of hand-beading and design your very own pair of unique earrings! Whether you're a total beginner or love getting crafty, this class will guide you step-by-step -- from choosing your colors and patterns to mastering simple techniques. Walk away with a beautiful pair of earrings and the skills to keep creating. Come for the beads, stay for the good vibes and creativity! Choice of brass or…
Find out more »Sabrina Ramey “Made of Prairie” Art Show
Sabrina is a Williston photographer who has lived in North Dakota since she was 19 and loves exploring county backroads and prairie trails with her dogs. She enjoys matching old maps with current landmarks and researching older buildings that are still standing out on the prairie. Occasionally she can even talk her husband or son into coming along with her; they are always supportive of her passion in many other ways. The guys accept endless deliveries of large canvases in…
Find out more »The Miss Firecracker Contest
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the theater! The McKenzie County Community Theater is thrilled to present their first-ever full-length play. The Miss Firecracker Contest—on June 6th and 7th! Don’t miss out on this exciting performance! Join Camelle and her dysfunctional friends and family as she pursues her goal of being crowned Miss Firecracker Performances: June 6 @ 6 PM June 7 @ 2 PM & 6 PM Tickets $10
Find out more »The Miss Firecracker Contest
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the theater! The McKenzie County Community Theater is thrilled to present their first-ever full-length play. The Miss Firecracker Contest—on June 6th and 7th! Don’t miss out on this exciting performance! Join Camelle and her dysfunctional friends and family as she pursues her goal of being crowned Miss Firecracker Performances: June 6 @ 6 PM June 7 @ 2 PM & 6 PM Tickets $10
Find out more »The Miss Firecracker Contest
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the theater! The McKenzie County Community Theater is thrilled to present their first-ever full-length play. The Miss Firecracker Contest—on June 6th and 7th! Don’t miss out on this exciting performance! Join Camelle and her dysfunctional friends and family as she pursues her goal of being crowned Miss Firecracker Performances: June 6 @ 6 PM June 7 @ 2 PM & 6 PM Tickets $10
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