Event Link: https://www.dlccc.org/artcellar/

FEE: Open to the public for those interested in learning more.

ONLY ONE MEETING THIS MONTH AT 5:30PM!!

Join us for one of our upcoming April Meeting! We will be holding ONE touch base meetings a month for the Holmes Artist Collective that will cover the monthly schedule, various art opportunities, connecting with others and more from 5:30pm-6:30pm. This meetings are for those registered for the Holmes Artist Collective but meetings are also open to the public for those interested in learning more.

No registration required, if you have any questions, feel free to email visualarts@dlccc.org

Event Link: https://www.dlccc.org/ticketing-performances/

FEE: Tickets: Adults $27 and Students $12 (Price includes $2 ticket fee) - Get Tickets!

Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience

Sat Apr 12th 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA  

The Historic Holmes Theatre is excited to bring you an important piece of Creole culture and Louisiana History. Two-time Grammy award winning, and 8th generation Louisiana Creole Terrance Simien brings authentic artistry and an accomplished career to the Holmes Theatre stage. He is passionate about Zydeco music, which is often performed acoustically with an accordion or fiddle and sung in French, and it’s rich history from Louisiana where it was born. Simien has spent his 40+ year career shattering myths about what is and is not traditional Zydeco. His love and dedication of this music are evident in his performance, so make sure not to miss this passionate and fun show.

Simien has become one of the most respected and accomplished artists in American roots music today. He and his band mates have performed nearly 10,000 concerts, toured millions of miles to over 45 countries during their eventful career. Their music has been placed in multiple major studio theatre release films, including a Disney animated film, TV shows and radio commercials. They’ve shared studio and stage with legends the Meters, Art Neville, Los Lobos, Marcia Ball, the late Robert Palmer and Dave Matthews Band to name a few. They’ve been cultural ambassadors for their country since the mid 1980’s as part of the U.S,. State Department ongoing cultural diplomacy tours.

Event Link: https://www.dlccc.org/ticketing-performances/

FEE: Tickets: Adults $36 and Students $19 (Price includes $2 ticket fee) - Get Tickets!

Rumours & Dreams: The Music of Fleetwood Mac

Friday, April 25th 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA  

For fans of Fleetwood Mac or anyone who simply loves melodic rock ‘n’ roll, this remarkable show is an absolute must-see. Singer-songwriter Pamela McNeill has compiled a song list of Fleetwood Mac’s most well-loved songs delivered impeccably by a nine-piece ensemble of gifted musicians that is truly inspired. By the end of this show you’re guaranteed to be on your feet.

Soak up hits including: “Rhiannon,” “You Make Lovin’ Fun,” “Don’t Stop Thinkin’ About Tomorrow,” “Gypsy,” “Tusk,” “Little Lies,” “Sara” and many, many more. Stevie and Mick would approve!

Event Link: https://www.dlccc.org/ticketing-performances/

FEE: Free Concert - Free Will Donations Accepted

Lakes Area Community Concert Band

Sun Apr 27th 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA  

Featuring 50+ local musicians, the LACCB presents their spring concert at the Holmes! Experience the heartwarming melodies and infectious rhythms in a performance that celebrates the spirit of togetherness and artistic talent through the power of music.

Event Link: https://www.dlccc.org/artcellar/

FEE: $45 per person

Watercolor Brush Techniques

Sat May 3rd 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA  

Watercolor Brush Techniques

May 3rd, 2025 12-3pm

Ages 13+

$45 per person

Register Here

Work with local artist Fern Belling and explore the use of the brush in both wet and dry watercolor techniques. This class will cover techniques on brush drawing and freestyle marking with round and flat brushes that are used to make several pieces. Emphasis will be on individual discovery of various techniques and using the elements of Art to compose a design.

Students are asked to bring their own brushes and watercolors. (A limited amount are available to borrow). Good watercolor paper will be provided. Please email emma@dlccc.org with any questions!

Class size limited, register soon!

Event Link: https://www.dlccc.org/ticketing-performances/

FEE: Tickets: Adults $36 and Students $19 (Price includes $2 ticket fee) - Get Tickets!

The Fabulous Armadillos present Acoust-i-Dillos 3

Sat May 3rd 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA  

Join The Fabulous Armadillos for Acoust-i-Dillos 3!

This theme has become so popular with audiences, The Dillos are bringing it back for a third time and they have a whole new crop of songs to add to the list! They aren’t going unplugged, but will be playing songs whose foundations were built from acoustic guitars.

Groups like America, Eagles, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Crosby, Stills, Nash And Young, Heart, Kansas, Boston, Led Zeppelin, and Pink Floyd all had great songs that were based on the acoustic guitar. Several artists like Jim Croce, Gordon Lightfoot, Simon and Garfunkel, John Denver, and James Taylor all made their mark with songs written around the acoustic guitar as well.

The Fabulous Armadillos came out of their shell in 2006 and have since established a large and loyal following in Minnesota and beyond with their spot on recreations of songs from many genres of music from Country to Motown to Heavy Metal to 70's Soft Rock and play them just like you remember.

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FEE: $55

WEAVING FOR ZEN SAKE! Beginner Loom Weaving with Dana Chase

Mon May 5th 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA  

WEAVING FOR ZEN SAKE! Beginner Loom Weaving with Dana Chase

May 5th 2025

5:30-7:30pm

$55

Register Here
This original hands-on, interactive weaving class is an introduction to the basics of weaving on a loom, and it’s a playful zen experience!

Included:

• How to prep the loom.

• Learn a variety of weaving stitches and techniques.

• How to design with various yarns, fibers, and natural elements.

• How to remove any (future) art from the loom and finish it off, making it worthy of display.

• All supplies are provided. You may bring your loom if you have one.

Participants will work with materials and supplies to gain an understanding of the craft of loom weaving. There will be recommendations from the instructor on how to learn and evolve weaving at home and on your own! This course is a true introduction to the craft, to help you decide what to make in the future. Weaving projects include making wall decor, coasters, amulets, bracelets, placemats, and much more, depending on your interests.
Oh and…..What’s the zen bit? Glad you asked!

Weaving has been an immersive zen experience for me. When life presents challenges from which I need to escape and self-soothe, weaving has been a soulful adventure! I have intuited many ‘lessons about life’ from my weaving journey that I will share with you in the hopes that you will benefit from the joy, creativity, and wisdom that weaving offers. Expect to experience an inspiring class with a playful and positive vibe!

Workshop 16+/All Materials included/ Must pre-register for class/ for beginners

To view examples of gorgeous weavings by an advanced fiber artist (my sister in Kansas, who is self-taught and masterful) visit Facebook: Swayed Moon Weavings.

Dana Chase C.P.C.C. is a certified Life Coach and the author of In Spite of Heroin. You can learn more about your instructor’s other pursuits at www.danachaseauthor.com

Event Link: https://www.dlccc.org/artcellar/

FEE: $65

Glass on Glass Mosaic House

Tue May 6th 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Historic Holmes Theatre, 806 Summit Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA  

Glass on Glass Mosaic House

Tuesday, May 6th

1-4pm

$65

Ages 16+

Register Here

Explore the art of glass on glass mosaic. In this class you will design one mosaic house us a variety of colorful stained glass. There will be three styles of house to choose from. This class will cover glass cutting techniques, proper adhesive use and grouting so you can take all these skills home for future projects too! Your finished piece will be approximately 4" x 7". All materials provided

Event Link: http://www.fmkicksband.com

FEE: FREE

Summer Park Concert featuring Kicks Band of Fargo Moorhead

Date: 18 July 2025
Time: 07:00 pm
In addition to performing throughout the year – including free summer concerts and a jazz festival in the park – the Kicks Band is dedicated to jazz arts education. That’s why they started offering High School Artist Residencies in 2014 to high schools around the region and organize the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo All-City High School Jazz Band Festival. The Residencies include small group master classes and side-by-side playing with the Kicks Band musicians, while the Festival allows each city’s high schools to show off their musical talent.

Founded in 1975 by Edward Christianson, the organization was created so that musicians could enjoy music socializing, playing great big band literature and improvising jazz. They met on a Saturday morning, once a month – just for “kicks.” Since 2014, the Band’s focus has shifted towards performance and jazz arts education. Today the 17-member band roster includes professional musicians and music educators, all dedicated to performing and performing America’s original art form, jazz.