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SUMMARY:The YES! House Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:The YES! House has been hosting creative events for the past few years\, but now\, after completing a $1M capital campaign—and overcoming the hurdles involved in rural renovation projects—construction is officially complete!  \n\n\n\nExpect live music\, local art\, interactive activities\, tours\, and great food at this celebration honoring the people and creativity shaping the region’s future. \n\n\n\nGuest speakers include national rural arts strategist\, John Davis; Scott Marquardt\, President of the Southwest Initiative Foundation; The YES! House architects James Arentson and Miranda Moen; DoPT Board and Staff; and more! \n\n\n\nOpen House + Tours from 3–6 PM: Drop in for an interactive tour with engaging activities in different spaces around The YES! House! Snacks and beverages provided. \n\n\n\nProgram + Party from 6–8 PM: Hear from DoPT staff\, board\, key partners\, and folks that have made The YES! House what it is today during a brief program and celebratory toast\, followed by music and merriment! Champagne + NA tincture bar and cake will be served! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE\n\n\n\n\nThe YES! House is a project of Department of Public Transformation.
URL:https://swifoundation.org/event/the-yes-house-grand-opening/
LOCATION:The YES! House\, 726 Prentice St\, Granite Falls\, MN\, 56241\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 International Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join Willmar Lakes Area Vision 2040 for the annual International Heritage Festival: A Celebration of Cultures! Honor the traditions\, stories\, and incredible richness of the cultures that make the Willmar Lakes Area such a beautiful place to live.  \n\n\n\n\nWHEN: Friday\, April 24\n\n\n\nTIME: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\n\n\n\nWHERE: Willmar Civic Center\n\n\n\nADMISSION: FREE and open to the public\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect: \n\n\n\n\nA lineup of cultural performances featuring music\, dance\, and artistic expressions from around the globe\n\n\n\nTaste your way across cultures with delicious samples from local favorites like Somali Star\, El Viejon\, Mi Rancho\, Pen House Boba\, and more!\n\n\n\n Interactive cultural exhibits and a chance to connect with neighbors
URL:https://swifoundation.org/event/2026-international-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Willmar Civic Center\, 3707 Arena Dr \, Willmar \, MN\, 56201
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:The Willmar Project at The Little Theatre Auditorium
DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening where art\, story\, and community come together with The Willmar Project at The Little Theatre Auditorium. This community‑centered theatre project features staged readings of the original verbatim play Willmar\, created from interviews with 100+ participants from East African\, Latin American\, and white communities in the area. Before the show\, enjoy food from local restaurants along with a Community Jam session led by Purpose Artisans. Stay after the performance for a facilitated group conversation. \n\n\n\nFood + Music starting at 6:30 p.m.Performance begins at 7:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nTickets available at the door\, or reserve your seats in advance. This event is open to all. Pay-what-you-wish donations accepted. \n\n\n\nFunding for this project was provided in part by the Southwest Initiative Foundation.
URL:https://swifoundation.org/event/the-willmar-project-at-the-little-theatre-auditorium/
LOCATION:Little Theatre Auditorium\, 24 Central Ave E\, New London\, Minnesota\, 56273
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:The Willmar Project at Community Connector Services
DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening where art\, story\, and community come together with The Willmar Project at Community Connector Services. This community‑centered theatre project features staged readings of the original verbatim play Willmar\, created from interviews with 100+ participants from East African\, Latin American\, and white communities in the area. Before the show\, enjoy food from local restaurants along with a Community Jam session led by Purpose Artisans. Stay after the performance for a facilitated group conversation. \n\n\n\nFood + Music at 1:30 p.m.Performance begins at 2:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nTickets available at the door\, or reserve your seats in advance. This event is open to all. Pay-what-you-wish donations accepted. \n\n\n\nFunding for this project was provided in part by the Southwest Initiative Foundation.
URL:https://swifoundation.org/event/the-willmar-project-at-community-connector-services/
LOCATION:Community Connector Services\, 436 Litchfield Ave SW\, Willmar\, Minnesota\, 56201
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Events
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SUMMARY:The Willmar Project at Brau Performing Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening where art\, story\, and community come together with The Willmar Project at the Brau Performing Arts Center\, located in the Willmar Senior High School. This community‑centered theatre project features staged readings of the original verbatim play Willmar\, created from interviews with 100+ participants from East African\, Latin American\, and white communities in the area. Before the show\, enjoy food from local restaurants along with a Community Jam session led by Purpose Artisans. Stay after the performance for a facilitated group conversation. \n\n\n\nFood + Music starting at 7:00 p.m.Performance begins at 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nTickets available at the door\, or reserve your seats in advance. This event is open to all. Pay-what-you-wish donations accepted. \n\n\n\nFunding for this project was provided in part by the Southwest Initiative Foundation.
URL:https://swifoundation.org/event/the-willmar-project-at-brau-performing-arts-center/
LOCATION:Brau Performing Arts Center\, 2701 30th St NE\, Willmar\, Minnesota\, 56201
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SUMMARY:The Willmar Project at Spurs Bar & Grill
DESCRIPTION:Experience an evening where art\, story\, and community come together with The Willmar Project at Spurs Bar & Grill. This community‑centered theatre project features staged readings of the original verbatim play Willmar\, created from interviews with 100+ participants from East African\, Latin American\, and white communities in the area. Before the show\, enjoy food from local restaurants along with a Community Jam session led by Purpose Artisans. Stay after the performance for a facilitated group conversation. \n\n\n\nFood + Music starting at 3:30 p.m.Performance begins at 4:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nTickets available at the door\, or reserve your seats in advance. This event is open to all. Pay-what-you-wish donations accepted. \n\n\n\nFunding for this project was provided in part by the Southwest Initiative Foundation.
URL:https://swifoundation.org/event/the-willmar-project-at-spurs-bar-grill/
LOCATION:Spurs Bar & Grill\, 313 4th St SW\, Willmar\, Minnesota\, 56201
CATEGORIES:Sponsored Events
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