If you're an artist (or just want to be), the 2X2XU is an event that you don't want to miss:

If you aren't familiar, The New Bohemia group's mission is "to create and promote an environment that attracts, encourages and rewards creativity, innovative works of art, and applied arts and sciences" and they sponsor this event.

All you have to do is go to CSPS (from now until April 15th) at 1103 Third Street SE from 11:00am to 6:00pm on Wed through Sun and for $15 (or $12 for students) you will get a 2' X 2' board.  Keeping the theme "MY DREAM" in mind, you can paint it however you choose.  It will be displayed outdoors in the New Bohemia Arts and Entertainment District from April 21 to August 26, with an opening reception for all artists and supporters on April 28th.

This is a GREAT event that I encourage you (if you live in the area) to visit.  If you know someone moving to the area (Rockwell Collins has plans to hire several hundred employees), let them know as well.  I will post pictures as soon as the event kicks off.  I am takiing my daughter and her friend tomorrow to paint our boards!