Wednesday
09
September 2026
Work of Art: Recordkeeping – Southern Minnesota
Zoom Meeting
6:00 – 8:00 CT
6:00 – 8:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Learn how to track revenues and expenses, make informed projections, and gain a clearer understanding of your artistic business finances. This workshop is for artists in the regions served by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council (PLRAC), the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC), and the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council (SMAC).
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Friday
11
September 2026
Professional Résumé Workshop and Clinic
Vickie Benson Resource Lab, Springboard for the Arts, 262 University Ave. W., Saint Paul, MN 55103
12:00 – 4:30 CT
12:00 – 4:30 CT
In-person, Workshop
Learn how to create a clear, effective professional résumé that highlights your skills, experience, and accomplishments. Presented in partnership with Ramsey County Workforce Solutions.
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Saturday
12
September 2026
Work of Art: Career Planning
Zoom Meeting
1:00 – 3:00 CT
1:00 – 3:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Where do you want to be both artistically and professionally? Learn how to define your values, identify key choices and develop a plan to achieve your career goals. This workshop is presented in partnership with Hennepin County Library.
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Thursday
17
September 2026
Work of Art: Career Planning – Fergus Falls
Springboard for the Arts, 201 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
5:30 – 7:30 CT
5:30 – 7:30 CT
In-person, Workshop
Where do you want to be both artistically and professionally? Learn how to define your values, identify key choices and develop a plan to achieve your career goals.
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Friday
18
September 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Fergus Falls
201 West Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, Fergus Falls, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in downtown Fergus Falls every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
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Friday
18
September 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Saint Paul
262 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in Saint Paul every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
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Friday
18
September 2026
Live Sound Basics – Fergus Falls
Stella’s Restaurant & Bar, 220 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
1:00 – 3:30 CT
1:00 – 3:30 CT
In-person, Workshop
Learn the basics of setting up and running live sound in this hands-on workshop designed for musicians, artists, performers, and anyone who works with audio at events.
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Friday
18
September 2026
Basic Income Week Happy Hour with MN Financial Opportunity Coalition
Wandering Leaf Brewing Co., 2463 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55116
4:00 – 6:00 CT
4:00 – 6:00 CT
Event, Free, In-person
Celebrate the 19th annual Basic Income Week of Action and join the Minnesota Financial Opportunity Coalition and coalition founding member Springboard for the Arts for an informal happy hour from 4:00-6:00pm at Wandering Leaf Brewing Company!
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Saturday
19
September 2026
Work of Art: Artist Statements
Zoom Meeting
1:00 – 3:00 CT
1:00 – 3:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Get a hands-on, step-by-step approach to writing a range of statements that best represent your work as an artist. This workshop is presented in partnership with Hennepin County Library.
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Tuesday
22
September 2026
Work of Art: Portfolio Kit
Zoom Meeting
6:00 – 8:00 CT
6:00 – 8:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Your portfolio is the core of your promotional material and professional calling card. Focus on the essential elements: sharpening your artist statement, tailoring your artistic resume, and curating and formatting your work samples.
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Saturday
26
September 2026
Website Basics for Artists
Zoom Meeting
1:00 – 3:00 CT
1:00 – 3:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Get a big picture view of the components of your artist website, find clarity on whether you need a website for your artistic practice and learn the basics of creating a website. This workshop is presented in partnership with Hennepin County Library.
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Thursday
01
October 2026
Work of Art Facilitator Training
Zoom Meeting
10:00 – 12:30 CT
10:00 – 12:30 CT
This intensive is designed for artists’ organizations, arts leaders, and arts educators who want to lead the Work of Art: Business Skills for Artists curriculum in their community.
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Friday
02
October 2026
Shooting and Editing Video on Mobile Devices
Vickie Benson Resource Lab, Springboard for the Arts, 262 University Ave. W., Saint Paul, MN 55103
1:00 – 4:00 CT
1:00 – 4:00 CT
In-person, Workshop
This in-person training covers shooting and editing video using the device you already have in your pocket. Designed for both Android and Apple users, this session focuses on documentary, archival, and storytelling approaches, rather than short-form social media content.
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Saturday
03
October 2026
Artists Working in Community
Zoom Meeting
1:00 – 3:00 CT
1:00 – 3:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Whether you are an artist who already works in community or who wants to start, this workshop will introduce you to methods to ensure successful outcomes for you and your community collaborators. This workshop is presented in partnership with Hennepin County Library.
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Tuesday
06
October 2026
Work of Art: Marketing
Zoom Meeting
6:00 – 8:00 CT
6:00 – 8:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Define your product, discover your target audience, make decisions about how you sell your work, and identify a budget and strategy for your artistic business.
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Wednesday
07
October 2026
Work of Art: Legal Considerations – Southern Minnesota
Zoom Meeting
6:00 – 8:00 CT
6:00 – 8:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
Obtain general information about your intellectual property, contract basics and structuring your artistic business. This workshop is for artists in the regions served by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council (PLRAC), the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC), and the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council (SMAC).
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Saturday
10
October 2026
Business Structure Basics for Minnesota Artists
Zoom Meeting
1:00 – 3:00 CT
1:00 – 3:00 CT
Virtual, Workshop
An attorney from Springboard’s Minnesota Lawyers for the Arts (MnLA) program will cover business models from LLC’s to 501(c)3’s, including information on how to prepare, and benefits and risks. This workshop is presented in partnership with Hennepin County Library.
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Friday
23
October 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Fergus Falls
201 West Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in downtown Fergus Falls every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
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Friday
23
October 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Saint Paul
262 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in Saint Paul every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
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Friday
20
November 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Fergus Falls
201 West Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in downtown Fergus Falls every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
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Friday
20
November 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Saint Paul
262 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in Saint Paul every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
Learn More
Friday
18
December 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Fergus Falls
201 West Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in downtown Fergus Falls every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
Learn More
Friday
18
December 2026
Friday Coffee Club in Saint Paul
262 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55103
10:00 – 12:00 CT
10:00 – 12:00 CT
Event, In-person
Swing by Springboard for the Arts in Saint Paul every 3rd Friday between 10am – 12pm for casual coworking, creative conversation, and community connection. Bring your busy work, a craft project, or just yourself, and enjoy coffee, snacks, and good company with fellow local creatives.
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