The 'Business of Art' program in Maple Grove Government Center collaborates with the Maple Grove Arts Center to transform their lobby into a gallery for local artists' work.

Winners of the Eden Prairie 2024 Community Photo Contest were announced, with Sheri Sanasac's "Blue Heron Breakfast" taking the lead. The contest featured local photographic talent and celebrated the city's natural scenery.

The Metropolitan Council engaged artists to gather public input on the Imagine 2050 guide through art projects during events to integrate community dreams into regional development.

The Coon Rapids Fire Department is holding its annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest for 4th and 5th graders to promote smoke alarm awareness through art.

Minneapolis has awarded $690,000 in grants to local artists and cultural institutions in its seven cultural districts, supporting diverse creative projects and community engagement.

Mankato is hosting a photo contest to engage residents in celebrating the local art scene, with public online voting open until October 4 announced via its Facebook page.

The 2023 Coon Rapids Arts Commission Photo Contest highlighted local photography under the theme of teamwork, with Walt Huss winning the adult category. No youth winners were announced due to low participation.

The St. Louis Park Art Fair showcased 85 artists, including 24 locals, with live music, food vendors, and community partners, highlighting the city's spirit and creativity.

Dakota artist Marlena Myles will be the artist-in-residence this fall at Dakota County Library, where she'll educate the community on Indigenous culture through workshops and art.

St. Louis Park is seeking applications for their Arts and Culture Grant Program to support local creative projects and foster community engagement through various art forms.

Coon Rapids City Hall is seeking local artists to display their work in its galleries as part of a community arts initiative, with applications open for rotating quarterly exhibitions.

Chanhassen has launched the "Heart of Chanhassen Photo Contest," inviting residents to submit photos that capture the city's essence for a chance to be featured on the Chanhassen Connection magazine cover.

Eden Prairie's "Arts in the Park" event will feature 80+ local artists, live music, food trucks, and free art activities at Purgatory Creek Park on August 17th.