Events

Discover Public COMPAS Events Across Minnesota
Join free and low-cost programs led by COMPAS teaching artists in your community. While many COMPAS programs happen in schools, shelters, and other private settings, the events listed here are open to the public. Come experience the creativity firsthand! 

Event Details & Reservations
Event details subject to change. Please visit the hosting organization’s website for the most up-to-date information and any reservation requirements.

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Victor is a South American male wearing a green shirt.
November 3, 2025
 - December 17, 2025
4:00 pm
 - 6:00 pm
Sun Ray Public Library
November 15, 2025
 - November 29, 2025
2:00 pm
 - 4:00 pm
Minneapolis Central Library
November 19, 2025
 - November 19, 2025
5:30 pm
 - 7:30 pm
Heritage Library
Three images of youth speaking or showing their poetry with text, 2025 Anthology on November 22 at 1:00 pm at the Minnesota History Center Auditorium.
November 22, 2025
 - November 22, 2025
1:00 pm
 - 3:00 pm
Minnesota History Center
December 3, 2025
 - December 3, 2025
6:00 pm
 - 7:00 pm
Wescott Library
December 14, 2025
 - December 14, 2025
1:00 pm
 - 3:00 pm
Mia (Minneapolis Institute of Art)
December 17, 2025
 - December 17, 2025
1:00 pm
 - 2:00 pm
Wescott Library
December 18, 2025
 - December 18, 2025
6:00 pm
 - 8:00 pm
Black Business Enterprises
January 13, 2026
 - January 13, 2026
1:00 pm
 - 2:00 pm
Martin County Library: Fairmont
January 24, 2026
 - January 24, 2026
1:00 pm
 - 2:00 pm
Robert Trail Library
Victor is a South American male wearing a green shirt.
March 2, 2026
 - March 27, 2026
4:00 pm
 - 6:00 pm
Sun Ray Public Library
Dralanda is a Black female wearing a blue shirt.
March 16, 2026
 - March 16, 2026
5:00 pm
 - 7:00 pm
Northtown Library

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COMPAS is an arts education nonprofit that puts creativity in the hands of Minnesotans, regardless of their age, background, or skills. Based in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area, COMPAS teaching artists deliver creative experiences and arts programming across Minnesota.

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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.