The Bigfork art center is one of 10 venues to host in 2025. The event will have a meal, community discussions and a sketch comedy performance from Danger Boat Productions.

Central Lakes College in Brainerd’s poetry program Verse Like Water features renowned national poets. Jeff Johnson, director of Verse Like Water, joined “Area Voices” to discuss the upcoming season.

Working with Crossing Arts Alliance, the libraries offer art kits to visitors. Allison Royce, regional programs coordinator, joins “Area Voices” to share more.

Aurora Center for the Arts is hosting UpNorth LitFest Sept. 25-26, 2025, in Fosston. Bonnie Stewart joined “Area Voices” to discuss the guests hosting workshops.

Actor Kevin Cease joins “Area Voices” to talk about how long he’s been planning his one-man show and what audiences can expect ahead of his performances Sept. 12-14, 2025, in Bemidji.

Artists and couple Nancy Friedemann-Sánchez and Charley Friedman have exhibits at the Nemeth Art Center in Park Rapids through Sept. 30, 2025.

Raised in Northern Minnesota, comedian Denise Winkelman released her first stand-up special “Bougie on a Budget.” She joined “Area Voices” to discuss her journey with stand-up.

The Mask and Rose Women's Theater presents the musical “Hadestown” Aug. 21-25. Director Cate Belleveau and actor Kat Lavelle join “Area Voices” to discuss the production.

Minnesota artist Cameron Zebrun’s exhibit “My Wanderlust” opens at the Watermark Art Center on Aug. 15, 2025. He joins “Area Voices” to discuss the exhibit and his intro to art.

Bemidji artist Nicholas Jackson joined “Area Voices” on the “KAXE Morning Show” to discuss his return to art and his unique approach to commissions.