October 2010 Posts

Randy Moss a Viking again?

ESPN, the NFL Network and Boston Herald are reporting that Randy Moss has been traded by the New England Patriots to the Minnesota Vikings for a third-round pick.

Brett Favre, Adrian Peterson, Jared Allen, Pat Williams, Kevin Williams … and now Moss? That’s way too many superstars on one team, isn’t it?

At the very least, it’ll be interesting … if true.

Woodland Fusion Opening Oct. 11

The latest addition to the Woodland community, Woodland Fusion opens its doors Oct. 11 – 7am to 3pm. The location is in the same parking lot as Woodland Market Place (formerly Piggly Wiggly)

League of Women Voters of Duluth hosting 350.org Global Work Day of Action

Join the League of Women Voters Duluth for a great adventure on Sunday, Oct. 10 (1-4pm), and be a part of a global event that’s “Making A Difference.”

Watching the Twins

Actually, I was kind of serious. We got no cable, and the American League games, all of them, are on TBS. Totally bites. Even the ALCS isn’t available for us Luddites. And, no, there are no options for friends with cable. So, if I am forced to go public with my Twins devotion, my bandwagon hopping on, where do PDDers suggest I go without feeling like I have to buy a beer every inning — though that may be fun on a Friday. Looking for low-key, non-sports bar setting. Possible?

WFC Owner Art Exhibit Opening Reception

Join Whole Foods Co-op as we celebrate our inaugural Owner Art Exhibit this Thursday October 7th from 6-8 pm. Find your way to the seating area of the store for refreshments and art by some of our fabulous owners, including the work of: Tom Rauschenfels, Shane Upthegrove, Brian Barber, Terry McCarthy, Juanita Kammerman, Liz Minette, Steve Coll, Sarah Garramone, Dorothea Diver, Dale Burton, & Boni Bieniek. The show will run from Wednesday October 6th through Tuesday November 9th, so be sure to stop by and enjoy!

Fall Leaves Near Otto Lake

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.

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.

Allstar Weekend at Clyde Park, Nov. 10

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.

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