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Events this week include a Norwegian celebration in Bemidji and a unique exercise class in Grand Rapids.

Minnesota-based artist John Fleischer’s work is on display at the Nemeth Art Center in Park Rapids through July 18, 2026. The artist reception is Saturday, June 27.

Minnesota Star Tribune columnist and editorial board member Aaron Brown joined the "KAXE Morning Show" to talk about Iron Range immigration history, hometown reunions and why the Fourth of July is unlike any other holiday on the Range.

During the week of Feb. 24, 2026, we enjoy reports of cardinals singing, snow melting, and plants breaking bud. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

Students and listeners from across the state send in their nature reports. Depending on the season, reports may cover wildflowers, wildlife, weather and other wonders.

Children's librarian Tracy Kampa and “What We're Reading” producer and librarian Tammy Bobrowsky discuss Cynthia Leitich Smith's new book "On a Wing and a Tear."

Guest conductor Mark Bartley, violist Madlen Breckbill and Itasca Orchestra String Program President Jesse Davis joined the KAXE Morning Show to share insights into the concert, which will feature Beethoven, Mozart and more.

Tommy Stinson's Cowboys in the Campfire new album, Wronger, begins simply with just Tommy Stinson’s vocals. Next is a ukulele swelling into the sounds of a horn section. The first track welcomes the listener to the sound of the entire album. Horns, stripped-down recordings, hints of the blues, country folk — raw, loose and real music.

Each year Minnesota State Auditor Julie Blaha pulls together trends and financials and goes on a listening tour around the state to learn how local governments are doing for her State of Main Street report.

Silva and Steini's new album contains versions of jazz standards, with intention in every unhurried note.

April 25 is Native Nations Fashion Day. Delina White, founder of I Am Anishinaabe, has again created an event that features Native fashion from many designers.

Brainerd Community Theater presents the debut of “It’s Murder, Dontcha Know” at Central Lakes College. Director Guy Kelm and playwright Mary Aalgaard join “Area Voices” to talk about the production.

The Taste of the Arts tour is Saturday and Sunday. Find maps at Sunrise Foods or Wildflower Cottage in Bemidji or online.

Bemidji Community Theater presents “Anne of Green Gables the Musical” Nov. 14-15 and Nov. 21-23, 2025. The director and stage manager for the production stopped by “Area Voices.”

John Latimer's weekly assessment of nature.

John Latimer's weekly assessment of nature.

Students and listeners from across the state send in their nature reports. Depending on the season, reports may cover wildflowers, animal behaviors, weather patterns and other wonders.

Tuleah Palmer was named 2023 Distinguished Minnesotan by Bemidji State University. In 2020, she became president and CEO of the Blandin Foundation, founded in 1941 to aid and promote Grand Rapids and the surrounding area.

Bemidji couple's passion for dance and dancing to live music, shapes their lives and how they give back to community.

The Itasca County Master Gardeners will host their yearly one-hour plant sale 5-6 p.m. Thursday, May 18, at the University of Minnesota North Central Research and Outreach Center, east of Grand Rapids. Other sales can also be found this weekend across the region.