We are beyond thrilled to invite you to join us and our amazing partner, FREC (Facilitating Racial Equity Collaborative), for the annual Overcoming Racism conference! 

This year's event is particularly special as it is  focusing on rural communities, making a positive impact in fifteen different locations, including our very own sister studio, STUDIO 110 in Crookston! 

VIRTUAL Conference leaders include:

• Jenna Grey Eagle

• Dr. Ron Ferguson

• Eryn Gee Killough

This is an incredible opportunity to engage in vital conversations, share insights, and work together towards a more equitable future. 

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this transformative experience—

RSVP below at the link.

If you have any questions about the conference, you can email Renee Cardarelle  communityconnectionsmn@gmail.com.

Please join us to watch a movie, eat a little popcorn and participate in a conversation about how movies are made and why they tell the stories they tell.

THE MEDIUM (2021), directed by Banjong Pisanthanakun and produced by Na Hong-jin, is a Thai–South Korean found‑footage supernatural horror filmed in Thailand’s Isan region . Presented as a mockumentary, it follows a documentary crew documenting Nim, a local shaman believed to be possessed by the benevolent spirit Ba Yan, a family deity passed down through generations A chilling dive into Southeast Asian folklore, The Medium combines nerve‑shredding horror, disturbing ritual imagery, and psychological terror to explore themes of spiritual heritage, family trauma, and the unpredictable power of the unseen.

IP artist Jayla Jones will host the screening.

To RSVP for one of our Movie Nights screening please complete the form at the link at the top of the page.

You may also address any questions you may have by emailing us at info@in-progress.org

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Please join us for the first Art of Music Workshop presented by In Progress artist Jeremy Gardner.

This hands-on workshop is your chance to:

-    Learn how to write original songs

-    Produce your own beats

-    Record your music with professional guidance

Jeremy Gardner is a highly recognized performer in Minnesota with over 10 years of experience teaching and mentoring musicians. This workshop is the first in a three-part series of amazing opportunities to learn, create, and grow as an artist—you won’t want to miss it!

Saturday & Sunday 1-5PM October 11 & 12

Studio 110 - 110 South Main Street Crookston MN. 56716

💬 Questions? Contact us at info@in-progress.org

👉 To RSVP, click the link below:

Please join us for the first Art of Music Workshop presented by In Progress artist Jeremy Gardner.

This hands-on workshop is your chance to:

-    Learn how to write original songs

-    Produce your own beats

-    Record your music with professional guidance

Jeremy Gardner is a highly recognized performer in Minnesota with over 10 years of experience teaching and mentoring musicians. This workshop is the first in a three-part series of amazing opportunities to learn, create, and grow as an artist—you won’t want to miss it!

Saturday & Sunday 1-5PM October 11 & 12

Studio 110 - 110 South Main Street Crookston MN. 56716

💬 Questions? Contact us at info@in-progress.org

👉 To RSVP, click the link below:

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

COMMUNITY PARTNER ACTIVITY

Love astrology or curious about it? This is your opportunity to learn more about how the stars have shaped you, while connecting with those who share common interests and life experiences.

Discover similar character traits, values, dreams, ambitions... maybe things you would've never thought you shared with anyone else. Engage in meaningful conversations and activities, create depth in your connections, and explore ways to cultivate a stronger sense of self, purpose and community.

Doors open at 4:30PM.

Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Make sure to have your astrology info ready for the event as we will be referring to your natal chart.

Here's a website you can use: https://cafeastrology.com/free-natal-chart-report-sidereal-vedic.html

You will need the following to access your chart:
- Date of birth
- Time of birth (on your birth certificate, otherwise, check 'Unknown Time')
- Place of birth

For more information please reach out to activity leader theyeoflight@gmail.com

Please join us to watch a movie eat a little popcorn and participate in a conversation about how movies are made and why they tell the stories they tell.

EDWARD SCISSORHANDS (1990), directed by Tim Burton, is a modern fairy tale about a gentle, artificial man with scissors for hands. Played by Johnny Depp, Edward is discovered living alone in a gothic mansion and brought to a pastel suburban neighborhood, where his talent for creative hedge trimming and haircuts makes him an instant sensation. With its striking visual style and bittersweet tone, the film explores themes of isolation, acceptance, and the painful consequences of being different.

IP artist Sai Thao will host the screening.

To RSVP for one of our Movie Nights screening please complete the form at the link at the top of the page.

You may also address any questions you may have by emailing us at info@in-progress.org

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Convergence is an immersive professional development program for early-career filmmakers that pairs them with mid-career artists to advance their work while developing professional support systems within In Progress. In 2025, the following four filmmakers were selected: Tiana LaPointe, Tong Lee, Kazua Melissa Vang and Mickies Kiros for participation.

Cohort Session are intended to bring artists together so they can dig in on their progress towards meeting goals, share information about their broadening network of mentors and professional associates, and find ways to break down barriers they encounter.

These session are invitation only but if you would like more information please send us an email at: info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Please join us for the first Art of Music Workshop presented by In Progress artist Cassie Opia

This hands-on workshop is your chance to:

-    Learn how to write original songs

-    Produce your own beats

-    Record your music with professional guidance

Cassieopia is a self-described musical anarchist, DJ, and producer based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Known for her bold, genre-defying sound, she has built a strong reputation across the Twin Cities music scene. Her talent and dedication have earned her opportunities to perform and share her original music on legendary stages including 7th Street Entry, Amsterdam Bar and Hall, Honey Night Club, The Turf Club, Icehouse, and more.

As a dedicated community advocate, Cassieopia hosts her own radio show, Married to The Music, on WFNU 94.1 LP FM in Frogtown, St. Paul. Her show reflects her commitment to giving a platform to diverse voices and supporting local talent. Her eclectic DJ style is shaped by her diverse clientele, seamlessly blending R&B, mainstream and underground hip-hop, soul, gospel, and trap music.

Saturday & Sunday 1-5PM October 25 & 26

Studio 110 - 110 South Main Street Crookston MN. 56716

💬 Questions? Contact us at info@in-progress.org

👉 To RSVP, click the link below:

Please join us for the first Art of Music Workshop presented by In Progress artist Cassie Opia

This hands-on workshop is your chance to:

-    Learn how to write original songs

-    Produce your own beats

-    Record your music with professional guidance

Cassieopia is a self-described musical anarchist, DJ, and producer based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Known for her bold, genre-defying sound, she has built a strong reputation across the Twin Cities music scene. Her talent and dedication have earned her opportunities to perform and share her original music on legendary stages including 7th Street Entry, Amsterdam Bar and Hall, Honey Night Club, The Turf Club, Icehouse, and more.

As a dedicated community advocate, Cassieopia hosts her own radio show, Married to The Music, on WFNU 94.1 LP FM in Frogtown, St. Paul. Her show reflects her commitment to giving a platform to diverse voices and supporting local talent. Her eclectic DJ style is shaped by her diverse clientele, seamlessly blending R&B, mainstream and underground hip-hop, soul, gospel, and trap music.

Saturday & Sunday 1-5PM October 25 & 26

Studio 110 - 110 South Main Street Crookston MN. 56716

💬 Questions? Contact us at info@in-progress.org

👉 To RSVP, click the link below:

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

In Progress artist Tomas Leal will host a 3 hour portraiture session for Saint Paul residents at the Rice Street Library.. The project is free to Saint Paul residents and is being offered in partnership with the Saint PaulLibrary System.

For more information - please send an email to info@in-progress.org

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Please join us Saturday, August 30th as we embark on a heartfelt storytelling series honoring the experiences of African immigrants living in Minnesota. 

This session is designed to evoke the comforting spirit of village gatherings during times of conflict—where elders would share stories, drums would echo through the night, and younger generations would find peace and strength in the wisdom passed down.”

The stories touch on immigration, the stressors immigrants often face, and the connected bonds that still exist between Africa and life in the United States.

We invite you to join us at 5:30PM for a little food, and good conversation before we begin our formal presentation at 6PM.  

This event is free but please RSVP at the link below so we know how many to expect.  The audience is limited to 30, so priority seating will be given to those that RSVP.

Conversations is led by IP artists Raina Outun and Teku Nijtka with support from Robin Perez. 

Establishing copyright ownership

Protecting your creative work is essential for long-term success. This session provides an introduction to copyright law and its role in safeguarding your intellectual property. Participants will learn how to assert and register their rights, understand the scope of copyright protection, and address common challenges such as infringement and licensing. Presenting Artist: Cassie Opia

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IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

the magic of the season

Free Family Portraits

They say “the best things in life are free”. and that is certainly the case with our monthly family portraiture sessions. Photographers Tomas Leal & Aaliyah McQueen dedicates one afternoon each month to honoring families through the art of photography. Everyone is welcome to stop by with friends and families to capture a moment and honor the people you love and respect.

2025 Dates & Times

• Be My Valentine : Sunday February 2nd, 2-4PM

• With Love To Our Mothers: Sunday May 4th, 2-4PM

• The Magic of the Season: Sunday November 16, 2-4PM

Digital images are uploaded to a site where you can download for your own  use on social media or send out for prints.

There is no cost to participate and families are typically welcomed during the above timeframe on a first come first serve basis. If you like to plan ahead however please feel free to let us know you will be coming by RSVP ing above.

For more information about our Family Portraits Program please send an email to info@in-progress.org

Convergence is an immersive professional development program for early-career filmmakers that pairs them with mid-career artists to advance their work while developing professional support systems within In Progress. In 2025, the following four filmmakers were selected: Tiana LaPointe, Tong Lee, Kazua Melissa Vang and Mickies Kiros for participation.

Cohort Session are intended to bring artists together so they can dig in on their progress towards meeting goals, share information about their broadening network of mentors and professional associates, and find ways to break down barriers they encounter.

These session are invitation only but if you would like more information please send us an email at: info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

In Progress artist Tomas Leal will host a 2 hour portraiture session for Saint Paul residents at the Hayden Heights Library.. The project is free to Saint Paul residents and is being offered in partnership with the Saint Paul Library System.

For more information - please send an email to info@in-progress.org

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

Join us for a dinner and discussion with 3 emerging artists Kazua Melissa Vang, Tong Lee, Tiana LaPointe and Mickies Kiros. The artists will discuss what they are learning from one another in terms of cultural and visual aesthetics, how they each approach the art of telling stories and the network they are developing as filmmakers. A light meal will be served Families, friends and fellow artists are welcome to join us and show their support.

The Convergence Artist Talk has been developed specifically for our CONVERGENCE Program which seeks to increase the professional viability of developing filmmakers, however we know there are others that may also benefit from this training series. Please let us know you will be joining us by rsvp-ing at the link below:

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

FEAST

connecting through food and conversation

Feast provides a space for sharing and visiting through cooking and meaningful conversations. Sharing of meals and conversations take place from 2-4pm. Folks are also welcome to bring their favorite dish, drink and or dessert from home to share as well.

LOCATION

Activities will take place at In Progress - 213 Front Avenue, Saint Paul, MN. There is no cost to participate, and you are invited to share a dish as well.

Sunday, JULY 27TH 2-4PM

Our summer feast will feature an outdoor barbecue - chicken, burgers and hot dogs. Hosted by IP board member Jacylynn Jones and IP artist Anna Jenkins

Please feel free to bring side dishes and deserts to compliment the feast!

Please RSVP at the link above to save your spot in this unique event. You can also send us an email at: info@in-progress.org 

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

IP artists Sai Thao and Thelmalee Titus will be mentoring our Digital Journeys Team in professional skill building activities that include podcasting, art making, administrative and studio support.

For more information please send an email to info@in-progress.org.

the journey

What does it feel like to be practicing your art form for decades, to build a career and take the hits that are inevitable in any artists’s career process. Listen learn and ask questions. Presenting Artist: Xavier Tavera

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Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship can be both exhilarating and challenging. The "Independent Artist” series is designed to guide aspiring professionals through the fundamental steps of establishing a successful business. This series will provide invaluable insights into the critical aspects of initiating a business venture, covering key elements such as invoicing for services, developing a price sheet, writing your first grant, and establishing a strong web presence. The series will also bring in established artists to share insight into their encounters with copyright law, negotiating large contracts, and managing their public presence over time. READ MORE