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.

Mankato is holding the "Angles of Mankato" Photo Contest for local photographers to be featured in city publications, including the 2025 calendar. Submissions are due by August 30.

Minneapolis launches the Arts & Culture Vibrant Storefronts initiative, providing rent subsidies to artists for Harmon Place's empty storefronts, aiming to boost arts and economic activity. Applications are open until August 30, 2024.

Bloomington introduces vibrant ARTBOXES by local artists to deter graffiti and beautify the South Loop District, alongside a new COVID-19 memorial at Civic Plaza commemorating pandemic losses.

The Coon Rapids Arts Commission is hosting a 2024 Photo Contest themed "Teamwork in Coon Rapids" with cash prizes, open to photographers of all ages until Sept. 13.

The City of St. Louis Park is offering an Arts & Culture Grant for creative projects that enhance community engagement and pride. Submissions are open until September 22, 2024.