Thirteen artists are scheduled to take part in the annual arts event, which sees artists open their studios to the public in Willmar, Svea, New London and Spicer.
This year is Milan Village Arts School's 17th annual Spoon Gathering, which is well-known in the spoon carving and woodworking communities. Artisans come from all over the country to take part.
Local singer-songwriters Lance Benson, Doyle Turner, Lisa Mattson and Mary Overlie will share stories and original songs from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, at Table for 7 in downtown Bemidji.