To revise and refine a collection of stories-Nightlight-and make an intense effort to have these stories published as individual pieces and as a collection.
A collection of linked stories titled The Last Days of Moon Lake set over the history of a small Midwest town from the initial removal of the Ojibwe tribe to present day.
To edit and revise a completed draft of Seven Acts of Mercy--a historical novel about the baroque painter Caravaggio--before sending it to a literary agent who has requested first look at the manuscript.
To complete a poetry manuscript--Odessa--for travel to the Minnesota prairie and to attend the 2010 Meningioma Awareneness Day conference sponsored by the Brain Science Foundation.
For the rehearsal and performance of a new experimental music/drama-- Desert Dreams: Naomi and Ruth--at the Sabes Jewish Community Center in Minneapolis.
To commission four original compositions for solo percussion leading to public performances across Minnesota and for the initial recording of several tracks for his first solo CD.
To provide opportunities for artistic expression that will enrich our residents' lives resulting in a sense of self-worth and an appreciation of the arts.
To expand and extend programming by offering a series of educational sessions about cultural and folk art traditions and ethnic heritage culminating with a multiethnic festival.
To present Art Leap 2010 a two-day event featuring an afternoon of live performances and a driving tour to local artists’ studios and workshops as well as other cultural destinations.
