Month: October 2010
Afghanistan Memorial Candlelit Vigil
Afghanistan Memorial Vigil – Remembering those silenced
A candlelit vigil and march to mark the ninth year of the continuing war and conflict in Afghanistan sponsored by the Northland Anti-War Coalition and CSS Center For Justice Living.
Beginning in the Duluth Rose Garden near Leif Erikson Park, the night will start with words from local religious leaders. Following this we will march down the Lakewalk to place a memorial, in remembrance of the Afghan civilians and Coalition soldiers who have died, between the Korean War and Vietnam War Memorials. Here we will be led in song by Sara Thomsen and have a moment of silence.
This is a time for everyone to join together to remember those that have died in the ongoing war outside of any partisan conflict or ideological struggle.
NOTE: Please bring photos, flowers, or other items to place at the memorial if you would like.
DETAILS:
What: Afghanistan Memorial Vigil and Candlelit March
Where: Duluth Rose Garden; Along Lake Walk
When: Wednesday, Oct. 6, 6:30
Really Really Free Market
This Sunday in Lincoln Park there is to be the first (that i know of) Really Really Free Market in Duluth. What is a Really Really Free Market you may ask? Well, from what I’ve gathered off the all mighty intra-nert, it’s a time and a place where people can get together to share things without being encumbered by money in all its forms. Things such as material objects, musical jams sessions, puppet theatre, skill-sharing and playshops (like hair cuts, massage therapy, dance lessons, automotive knowledge, cooking classes), pot-luck lunches and food shelves, all are freely distributed to anyone who wants it. Anything you can think of that someone else may need. All for FREE!!
The Current Roadtrip: Duluth
Join 89.3 the Current as we travel across the state to bring the best and brightest of the cities musical acts to Duluth, Mankato, Rochester and Austin. (more…)
Training for Change 11/12-14
From the Burmese jungle to coal mining towns in West Virginia, Training for Change (TFC) has for decades worked alongside grassroots activists to help them build more effective movements. This November 12-14, TFC is bringing its popular Training for Social Action Trainers (TSAT) to Duluth.
The TSAT is meant for activists, educators and organizers of all stripes who want to take their movement-building skills to a new level. Using experiential tools and small group discussion, the TSAT covers everything from workshop design to confronting racism. I highly recommend this training… but space is limited and filling quickly.
The fee is on a sliding scale ($150-$300) and includes all meals. Please don’t let cost be an obstacle: scholarships are available. Check out the Training for Change website for more details and to register.
Roast Beef Dinner at Chester Park Church
Chester Park United Methodist Church Men’s Club is serving
its famous family-style roast beef dinner.
Wednesday, Oct. 6, 4:30 to 7 p.m
$12 for adults and $6 for children under 12
Drive-through and carry out will be available. There will also be homemade apple pie and a cookie walk.
Chester Park Church is at 819 N. 18th Ave. E. in Duluth, near Chester Creek Café.
Duluth City Cycling Scavenger Hunt
YMCA news release:
The Duluth Area Family YMCA is kicking off a new year of Youth in Government programming with a bicycle scavenger hunt fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 17. This citywide event welcomes community members of all ages and abilities. Teams of 3-5 will compete in one of two tracks, one beginner and one challenging.
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Global Work Party 10/10/10
Come join us for film, chat and brownies! We will watch “Homegrown Revolution” and brainstorm ideas for change in our lives and communities.The fun starts at 3 p.m. at the Rice Lake Town Hall on Howard Gnesen on 10/10/10. We’ll see you there!
If today is your birthday …
Increased personal magnetism and charisma are not with you this year. Relationships are not very stimulating and a focal point for you and your pets. Creative endeavors are likely to suck. New responsibilities and duties are part of your life this year, and at times you can feel a little burdened by them, get over it! However, you can benefit greatly from the increased doses of vitamins needed to keep you alive, as you are an old person now.
Today’s birthdays include:
Thomas Wolfe
Gore Vidal
Chubby Checker
Ashlee Simpson
and … Mr. DeafYet — AKA — Big ‘old’ House Bob.
Corpses and Copses: New Paintings by Whitney Saurer
Get yourself warmed up for Halloween this Friday at the Washington Galleries!
Washington Gallery will be showing Whitney Saurer’s newest works in an exhibition entitled, “Corpses and Copses.” The reception will be on Friday, October 8th from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Come to the reception for great art!
This guy likes to show off his junk
At 5:23 p.m. Saturday I was driving west along Grand Avenue and had to stop for a red light at Central Avenue. A tall, bald guy in a red jacket and black pants started walking across the crosswalk, then stopped and turned to look at the young lady sitting in the car in front of me. He reached for his belt … and … well … what follows is my thought pattern from there.
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Pumpkin Patch near Duluth
We have a little one that we would like to take to a pumpkin patch this year. Since we just recently moved to Duluth, we have no idea where to go. Anyone know of any good pumpkin patches nearby? We’d prefer a pick-your-own-out-in-the-patch sort of place, but hey, beggers can’t be choosers.
Historic Lift Bridge featured on Shorpy
Here is a really neat photo looking back into the history of Duluth. The first version of our beloved Lift Bridge didn’t really lift at all. It initially was built in 1905 as a very rare transporter bridge. It wasn’t until 1930 that it was converted into the form we know today.
The PlayList season 2 kicks off Oct. 7
Experience trumpets and trombones, an insider’s look at a hilarious local musical, beautiful hand weaving by Two Harbors’ Deb Cooter, and more! Join us for a front row seat as The PlayList launches a second season of exceptional, local arts programming Thursday, Oct. 7 at 9pm on WDSE-WRPT’s PBS North (8.1/31.1)!
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Schedule for Free Ice Skating at Duluth Heritage Sports Center
Adult skating is on Thursday mornings, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Family skating is on Wednesday nights, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Duluth Parks and Recreation sponsors the free skating sessions. The Heritage Sports Center is located at 120 S. 30th Avenue W. in Duluth’s friendly West End. Bring your own skates.
Does anyone know when the Lakeview Castle is re-opening?
I have seen several job openings posted for the Clearwater Grille (formerly Lakeview Castle) so they must be getting close. Anyone have more info on a grand opening date?
Frank Jewell Fundraiser Oct. 7
Join us in a “Party for Change” to support Frank Jewell’s campaign for St. Louis County Commissioner. On Thursday, Oct. 7, there will be a silent auction at Zeitgeist from 7-9pm with music from Sarah Thompson and Paula Pedersen. At 9pm we’ll shift over to Luce for a concert featuring DJ Kevin Craig, Shaunna Heckman and Retribution Gospel Choir. (more…)