Born and raised in Windom, Minnesota, Warroad, Minnesota resident Jeffrey Galle has had an interest in the theater. Music was a big influence for Jeff in his early years and he applied that skill within theatrical productions in an accompanying band. He is now actively involved in the Warroad Summer Theater (WST), a community theater company that will soon celebrate its 35th season. Jeff talks about the WST, an upcoming production and the need for actors and directors for the upcoming season.

Goodridge, Minnesota resident Betsy Saurdiff has taught art for over 30 years in the Goodridge – Grygla public school system. Her work in pottery has earned her awards and recognition as an established artist in northwest Minnesota. Betsy talks about her early exposure to art, her pottery and a current display at the Northwest Minnesota Art Council (NWMAC) Gallery – in East Grand Forks, MN and her gratitude for grant support from the NWMAC.

KayDell Super of Middle River, Minnesota discusses an upcoming run of the play “Mind Over Matt” – performed by the Middle River Community Theater, during Goose Festival Days. The festival is held every late September and the theater group plays to sold out performances during the event.

Alvarado, MN resident Therese Jacobson shares her life story within the world of art and her role as coordinator with the Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) – to include coordination of the NWMAC “Traveling Art Exhibit”, a current exhibition of photography at the NWMAC Gallery in East Grand Forks, MN and an upcoming “Art & Wine Walk” in downtown East Grand Forks (MN) – Grand Forks (ND).

Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) Executive Director Mara Hannel, discusses upcoming grant application deadlines, funding formulas for support of the arts and culture within the region and a current exhibit of photography, now on display at the NWMAC art gallery in downtown East Grand Forks, MN!