Social Justice Songwriting Work

FREE Social Justice Songwriting Workshop Are you looking to combine your passion for justice and equality with music to powerfully move the hearts and minds of others? Come on out for this interactive session to learn and discuss the craft of social justice songwriting.......More

FREE Social Justice Songwriting Workshop Are you looking to combine your passion for justice and equality with music to powerfully move the hearts and minds of others? Come on out for this interactive session to learn and discuss the craft of social justice songwriting. Open to all aspiring songwriters (beginner to expert), poets and spoken word artists. Led by Twin Cities singer-songwriter and ACW member Dave Dvorak. See bio: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/acw-musicians-3/ Original Song by Music Coordinator Dave Dvorak   “Made of Sunshine”  Dave Dvorak says, “After Renee Good was killed by an ICE agent, her wife wrote a beautiful tribute in which she described Renee as being ‘made of sunshine.’ I wrote this tune with that theme in mind. Rest in power, Renee.” Date: Tuesday, March 31, 6:30-8:30pm Location: ACW Headquarters, Flux Arts Building, 699 Monroe St NE, Minneapolis 55418 Please register with :   Dave Dvorak [email protected]

First Thursday @ Solar Arts

Garden Art Fling at the Flux

Come to the Flux Arts Building at 699 Lowry Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN on April 11, 2026 from 10 am – 5 pm for the Art Garden Fling.  This vibrant event will showcase music, story telling, art vendors, fun activities, and make ‘n takes. Pollinators are essential to the wo......More

Come to the Flux Arts Building at 699 Lowry Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN on April 11, 2026 from 10 am – 5 pm for the Art Garden Fling.  This vibrant event will showcase music, story telling, art vendors, fun activities, and make ‘n takes. Pollinators are essential to the world’s food and flowers, and their importance reminds us of how we too are better together. In community, we create possibility, joy, and positive change for all. This event is a powerful reminder of how nature and the arts come together to inspire! Any artists interested in applying to be downstairs in the Flux Arts Building Hub can apply here:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6_gZRAaa9a6380KmkdUmFGPyBo6UsdGGAvMHgKiHaWByPxg/viewform?usp=header We are also looking for volunteers to help with this event.(ACW members: This would be a fun way to get in your hours for this year –  3 hr. shifts available).  Contact me if you are interested in volunteering or if you have any questions at [email protected]

Creative Practice Round Table Discussion

The more you talk about your work, the clearer its purpose becomes. Let’s get together and discuss our creative practices and goals. Talking about art with other practicing artists is a supportive and sustaining practice in and of itself. Sharing ideas on inspiration an......More

The more you talk about your work, the clearer its purpose becomes. Let’s get together and discuss our creative practices and goals. Talking about art with other practicing artists is a supportive and sustaining practice in and of itself. Sharing ideas on inspiration and process feeds your own creativity. We will discuss: creative practice – what does your creative (art-making) practice look like? Do you create regularly, on a schedule? Randomly when inspiration hits? Do you work for long stretches, or a little at a time? What does “studio time” look like for you?artistic goals – Are you working towards any specific goals? Draw everyday? Learning new materials? Finish a series? Preparing for an upcoming exhibition? Have a desire to exhibit? A desire to sell?inspiration – how and where do you find inspiration for your creative practice?process – share about your materials and techniques. Why do you choose the materials you use? How do you take an idea and make art? Or do you make art without an idea first?  Bring a journal, work samples and ideas to share, or feel free to just listen in. Get inspired. Discussion led by member artist Megan Moore. RSVP to Megan at [email protected]

Training for Trauma Informed Teaching

If you are interested in becoming a teacher for Art to Change the World’s weekly art class in the Maker Space at Restoring Waters (Emma Norton’s Transformational Housing), you must first complete this training.Teaching is a paid opportunity, offering $200 per 2-hr works......More

If you are interested in becoming a teacher for Art to Change the World’s weekly art class in the Maker Space at Restoring Waters (Emma Norton’s Transformational Housing), you must first complete this training.Teaching is a paid opportunity, offering $200 per 2-hr workshop. There are a few spots to be filled in May and June, and we expect to continue to offer weekly classes at Emma Norton on Thursday evenings beyond June. Required teacher training: Monday, April 20, 2026 6-8pm at ACW Headquarters, 699 Lowry Ave NE To register: Email ACW Co-Director Kelly at [email protected] Learn more about the program and the details of proposing a class here: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/restoring-waters-the-emma-norton-project-2026/ If you have questions about teaching at Emma Norton, contact the project manager Megan Moore at [email protected].

Earth Day Community Event At The Red Cross

1201 West River Parkway Minneapolis,March 27th to May 6thCommunity Event April 22nd 4:00 to 7:00 Art to Change the World has been invited to show a selection of pieces from our Mystery Trash Remix at the Red Cross regional headquarters in downtown Minneapolis for their ......More

1201 West River Parkway Minneapolis,March 27th to May 6thCommunity Event April 22nd 4:00 to 7:00 Art to Change the World has been invited to show a selection of pieces from our Mystery Trash Remix at the Red Cross regional headquarters in downtown Minneapolis for their Earth Day Celebration. The exhibit will be on view from March 27th to May 6th. You can visit the building during open hours Sundays, Fridays, & Saturdays from 7am to 3:15pm, and Mondays through Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.,with closure on Thursdays. Join us for a fun filled event on Earth Day April 22nd 4:00 to 7:00.ACW will be hosting two make and takes: Magic Wand Making– use found objects to create a wand that can help make the world a better place! Sock-tapus– Transform an old sock into a fanciful sea creature! This event is free and open to the public.Contact [email protected] if you are interested in volunteering to help with this exhibit.