Upstream Arts Blog
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The Art of We: Are More Than One Story – Recap and Gratitude!
This year, the Upstream Arts community gathered on Thursday, May 17, 2018 for The Art of We: Are More Than One Story, our annual celebration and fundraiser at The Science Museum of Minnesota. Following the theme of The Year of Our Stories, we celebrated the myriad...
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Open Enrollment for Summer Programs at Eden Prairie Parks & Rec
Join Upstream Arts in collaboration with Eden Prairie Parks & Rec for two week-long summer programs: Join Upstream Arts for two summer camp programs in collaboration with Eden Prairie Parks & Rec: The Art of Social Skills in July and The Art of Working in August. The...
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Artists Around Town – June 2018
Our Teaching Artists and Staff are involved in a wide range of professional projects outside of their work with Upstream Arts. Each month, we post opportunities to see their performances, exhibitions, and other events as well as notable accomplishments. Masa Kawahara...
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Faces of Parables Photo Exhibit
In 2017, Upstream Arts was delighted to partner with Wayzata Community Church to offer a summer camp residency with the members of their Parables group. As part of our time there, Upstream Arts and photographer Jeff Cords facilitated a photography session with the...
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Open Enrollment for Summer Programs at Artistry!
Join Upstream Arts in collaboration with Artistry for two exciting summer programs: The Art of Voice and Choice This training takes an arts-based approach to teaching the core concepts of Person Centered Planning and Informed Choice and is designed for persons...
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Thank You to our In Kind Donors and full circle of Sponsors for The Art of We!
We're so excited to celebrate with you at our Annual Community Celebration and Fundraiser, The Art of We: Are More Than One Story, next Thursday, May 17 at The Science Museum of Minnesota. We're grateful to our premier sponsors, The Graham Smith Team at Keller...
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Live Auction Packages for The Art of We: Are More Than One Story!
Upstream Arts has four superb packages featured in the live auction at our annual fundraiser and celebration on May 17! Peruse the exciting items below and consider which one (or ones!) you want to bid on: A St. Paul Story: The Lore of Lowertown Package One night’s...
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The Art of We: Are More Than One Story Live Auction – More Than One Story
Our last auction package – “More Than One Story” –brings together the multiplicity of storytelling and book arts with a collection of newly released stories and experiences from a diverse group of authors and Twin Cities organizations. Let poetry transport you to a...
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The Art of We: Are More Than One Story Live Auction – The Story Within
Not all storytelling has to happen on a stage. Center your mind and replenish your body in celebration of your own story with “The Story Within” auction package. Move your body and rejoice in community! Invite 15 friends to a private customized yoga session with...
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How to get to The Art of We: Are More Than One Story
Whether you're driving, riding the bus, or taking advantage of the discounts offered by our Transportation Sponsor, Mobility 4 All, we have detailed information to help you get to our annual fundraiser and celebration, The Art of We: Are More Than One Story, on...
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The Art of We: Are More Than One Story Live Auction – Lore of Lowertown
Next up as we continue to preview the exciting auction packages being featured at our annual fundraiser and celebration on May 17 at the Science Museum is the “Lore of Lowertown” package, a multi-layered night on the town. Immerse yourself in the vibrant and fabled...
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Thank You to Mobility 4 All, Art of We Transportation Sponsor!
It is with great pleasure that we announce Mobility 4 All as the official transportation sponsor for The Art of We: Are More Than One Story on May 17. Launching to the city at large in June, Mobility 4 All is a brand new ride-sharing service designed with individuals...
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The Art of We: Are More Than One Story Live Auction – Share The Stories
As we approach our annual fundraiser and celebration, The Art of We: Are More Than One Story, we’re delighted to reveal a sneak peek of the superb auction items. As we focus on amplifying stories that move beyond old narratives of pity and heroism, nothing could be...
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Thank You to Highland Friendship Club and Partnership Resources, Inc., Art of We Sponsors!
We’re so pleased to share two more fantastic sponsors of our annual celebration and fundraiser on May 17: Partnership Resources Inc. and Highland Friendship Club! Each of these organizations is a fabulous partner, and we’re grateful for their support. Highland...
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Thank You to The Graham Smith Team of Keller Williams Realty, Art of We Sponsor!
We’re incredibly delighted to count The Graham Smith Team of Keller Williams Realty as a premier sponsor of our annual celebration and fundraiser! Graham Smith has been a long-time friend and supporter of Upstream Arts; this spring he is renewing his remarkable...
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Gratitude & The Work Ahead – April 2018
We were incredibly delighted to receive an unexpected letter and donation this month from Beloit College student Samantha Funk, who is focusing on childhood education and the arts. After finding Upstream Arts via a google search, she was moved to create an impromptu...
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Join us for The Art of We: Are More Than One Story
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Artists Around Town – May 2018
Our Teaching Artists and Staff are involved in a wide range of professional projects outside of their work with Upstream Arts. Each month, we post opportunities to see their performances, exhibitions, and other events as well as notable accomplishments. Dylan Fresco...
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