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Sep 2024
Fall Launch Party and Talent Showcase
Life House and Music Resource Center creatives perform a variety of acts to kick off the school year at the Fall Launch Party and Talent Showcase. The MRC is an inclusive program where students in grades 6-12 explore the craft of music through instruction and hands-on experience in music performance, recording and the music business. They have instruments, instructors/coaches, recording equipment, and practice rooms. All skill levels, experience and interests are welcomed.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until Dec 18, 2024
Weekly Evening Open Studio
An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until Dec 18, 2024
Open Studio is a flexible space designed for artists to make connections and foster growth in the local art community. Artists are encouraged to bring their artwork in any medium to create in the studio. In this supportive community space, artists can socialize or focus on their creations. Each meeting facilitates an optional group critique at 7 p.m. Artists may also request critique before they work. Scholarships are available. Email [email protected] for more information.
Find out more »Thirst-Craft Thursdays
A night of artsy fun and elevated vibes with deals on THC beverages. Decorate personalized stash jars, roll hemp jewelry, knit a cat hat, color, write a story and/or more.
Find out more »Smartphone Photography
This class will cover the features and limitations of our cell phone cameras, offer guidelines for composition and a review of the editing options on our phones to enhance the pictures we take. We will also spend some outdoors applying what we’ve learned. Register a stop at duluthfolkschool.com.
Find out more »Flower Magic Design Workshop
Presented by Prairie Rose Farm and Floral. Enjoy a locally-crafted beverage, learn the art of floral design and create a locally-grown flower arrangement to take home.
Find out more »Northern Exposure Painting Class
Northern Exposure Art presents a two-hour, step-by-step painting class where participants will be provided will all the materials to paint a 16×20” glow in the dark canvas. Painters can sample refreshments from Brewhouse Barrel Room while they paint. Reserve your spot at northernexposureart.com.
Find out more »The Magic, Geometry & Beauty of Himmeli
Mary Erickson, a fiber artist with a focus on the landscape, history and people of the MN Iron Ranges will present a program on the Finnish tradition of himmeli and how they are created. She is fascinated by how ethnic traditions carried by immigrants become blended into the American culture. A business meeting for the Lakehead Chapter of the Finnish American Historical Society will be held at 5 p.m. with refreshments following.
Find out more »Scandinavian Festival 2024
The 43rd annual Scandinavian Festival celebrates Scandinavian folk art and entertainment. Visitors can see rosemaling, carving, kolrosing, knitting, hardanger, jewelry, woodenware, lefse and Scandinavian folk art demonstrations. There will also be music and treats. Admission is $5 for adults; children ages 12 and under get in free.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Saturday, repeating indefinitely
Paint with Me Livestream
An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Saturday, repeating indefinitely
Featuring David and Kristen Austin, their four-year-old Hugo and other local artists every Saturday morning. Streaming live on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok. Explore new abstract and modern art techniques in a family-friendly atmosphere, with viewers watching and asking questions live from around the world. Use new media and tools to create paintings and art together.
Find out more »Fall Foraging
There is so much to love about fall. The changing colors of the leaves. The crisp mornings. The things we find on the forest floor. Celebrate everything autumn at Siiviis Gallery. View pieces of art from over 20 artists who love fall just as much as the next guy.
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One event on Sep 26, 2024 at 9:00 am
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One event on Sep 27, 2024 at 12:30 pm
The Wonderful World of Chris Monroe
One event on Sep 21, 2024 at 4:00 pm
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One event on Sep 22, 2024 at 4:00 pm
One event on Sep 28, 2024 at 1:00 pm
One event on Sep 28, 2024 at 4:00 pm
One event on Sep 29, 2024 at 1:00 pm
One event on Sep 29, 2024 at 4:00 pm
One event on Sep 26, 2024 at 9:00 am
One event on Sep 26, 2024 at 12:30 pm
One event on Sep 27, 2024 at 9:30 am
One event on Sep 27, 2024 at 12:30 pm
An energetic and interactive theatre experience that explores the quirky characters from the local author's popular children's books. Meet the sneaky sheep Rocky and Blossom, Sasquatch and Squirrel, Cookie the Walker and of course the famous monkey with a tool belt: Chico Bon Bon. The show is best suited for grades K-3. Kids can hear some stories, tell some jokes, sing some songs and have a ton of fun. Tickets are available at agileticketing.net.
Find out more »Night Sky Celebration — Art — Story — Science
Visit Fitger's Spirits of the North Theater for an evening of beautiful night sky photography, a book release party and outstanding art. Artists and authors include Travis Novitsky, Astro Bob King and Sam Zimmerman.
Find out more »Introduction to Spoon Carving
A three-hour introduction to the craft of greenwood spoon carving. Learn safety, knife grips and traditional techniques. Students will go home with a hand-carved spoon. Register at duluthfolkschool.com.
Find out more »Contemporary Swedish Folk Painting Class: Magical Kurbits and Stories
Artist Alison Aune will lead participants in creating unique paintings inspired by traditional kurbit (floral) and bonader (figurative) paintings from central and southern Sweden. Gain an understanding of the history and significance of Swedish folk painting in Minnesota today and new skills in reinterpreting traditional designs into a contemporary context. This is a two session class recommended for middle school students to senior citizens. Reserve your spot at zeffy.com.
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