Founder of rural arts center to speak in Winsted

WINSTED, MN – The Winsted Arts Task Force has scheduled an open meeting Saturday, Nov. 14 at 1 p.m. in the City Hall Vollmer Room, where the founder of the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center, John Davis, will share his experiences about starting a cultural center in New York Mills, MN. Davis’ New York Mills regional cultural center has been recognized as a national model for rural communities.
The City of New York Mills contributed $35,000 in 1991, to convert a downtown mercantile building into a multi-use arts and cultural facility. Since that time, the center has become a focal point for the community, according to the New York Mills web site.
The task force is also hoping that Davis will be able to provide the necessary details needed to assure the group it is  on the right track.
“He (Davis) has done it, so we are having the benefit of having someone who has seen the vision from start to finish, task force member Julie Guggemos said. “We can learn from him.”

Refreshments will follow the meeting.

Winsted ‘Art in the Park’ set for June 5

“Art in the Park” is set to take place at Mill Reserve Park in Winsted, this Friday, June 5 from 5 to 8p.m. Magician Matt Dunn and Prairiegrass, a bluegrass band , will provide entertainment for the event. A special children’s art project is being planned for the evening. A sign-up sheet will be available for those interested in being part of  Winsted’s arts council. Beer, pop, hot dogs and chips will be available at cost.