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Feb 2020
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
The University of Wisconsin-Superior and the American Red Cross host the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive, which matches Superior’s Police Department against the Fire Department. This community blood drive will individuals to support their favorite cause by selecting a blue or red token. To schedule an appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Find out more »Love Your Local Artist 2020
The 10th annual Love Your Local Artist event celebrates Superior’s artists while supporting the public library. Local artists will have their artwork available for purchase. There will be live music, wine and refreshments. There will also be a silent auction. Attendees can help expand the library’s collection by “adopting” materials on behalf of the library at the "Adopt-a-Book" sale.
Find out more »Let’s Do Lunch: Tracing the Chamber’s Roots Through Duluth’s 150-year History
The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce's "Let's Do Lunch" series features guest speakers on select Tuesdays throughout the year. In this edition, the speaker is Tony Dierckins, publisher at Zenith City Press. Admission is $35 for chamber members and $45 for non-members. To register, visit duluthchamber.com.
Find out more »Classic Horse-Movie Night: The Man from Snowy River
Set in the 1880s, this film tells the story of a horseback pursuit to recapture the colt of a prizewinning racehorse that escaped from its paddock and is living with the brumbies of the mountain ranges. This is a fundraiser for the Duluth Area Horse Trail Alliance. Silent auction during happy hour. Free appetizers sponsored by Widdes Feed and Dan's Feed Bin.
Find out more »Winter Bike Week: International Winter Bike to Work Day
Pancakes, coffee and hot cocoa will be served at the Minnesota Power Plaza for bike communters on International Winter Bike to Work Day. Bikers can also warm up in a woodstove-heated warming tent. Hand warmers and reflective bike gear will be given away as well. Bikers can meet at the Rose Garden for a group ride to the Winter Bike to Work Day station. The ride begins from the Rose Garden parking lot at 7:30 a.m.
Find out more »Winter Bike Week: Bikes & Bites Tour
The Bikes & Bites Tour brings riders to three stops on a tasting tour of Duluth. This family-friendly guided group ride gathers at Zeitgeist Arts Cafe for registration and coffee, tea and juice, plus some tips and tricks for winter biking. Riders then bike together to Duluth Cider and have lunch from OMC Smokehouse (vegetarian and kid-friendly options will be available). The final stop is Bayfront Family Center for s’mores by the fire, hot cocoa and ice skating for those…
Find out more »Duluth Polar Plunge 2020
On the shore of Lake Superior, behind Canal Park Lodge, people jump into frigid water to benefit Special Olympics Minnesota athletes. Walk-up registration will be taken at the pre-plunge event on Friday, Feb. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m., and during the check-in event on the day of the plunge, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., both at Grandma's Sports Garden.
Find out more »Yeti Tour 2020
The 10th annual snowmobile event. Participants ride through the heart of the Northland to support the Northland Newborn Foundation. 100% of money raised stays local.
Find out more »Mardi Gras Dinner
A Unitarian celebration of life featuring food and frivolity before the more-somber occasion of Ash Wednesday. Funds raised go to Animal Allies. Mardi Gras attire and masks encouraged.
Find out more »Mar 2020
Superior Hiking Trail Association: Bleak Midwinter Artists’ Encounter
Local artists and collaborators who captured the Superior Hiking Trail are celebrated at Wild State Cider. One dollar from every cider or flight purchased go towards supporting the #SuperiorHikingTrail. The event highlights collaborations with local artists: Adam Swanson, Jordan Sundberg (Tin Cup Design), Karin Kraemer (Duluth Pottery), Matt Kania (MapHero), Ryan Hanson of Duluth Pack, and Sally Rauschenfels. Contact Jody Nonnemacher at [email protected] with any questions about the event.
Find out more »Choice Unlimited’s Rock & Roll Heaven Masquerade Ball
More then 400 donors, supporters and partygoers can enjoy hors d’oeuvres, festive drinks, live music by Midwest Mayhem, dance performances, and a curated silent auction at Choice Unlimited's annual masquerade ball. This is an adult event (18+). All funds raised will support Choice Unlimited's arts programming, including Bold-choice Theatre Company. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door. Ron Houk of Kool 101.7 will serve as master of ceremonies. Diamond M.C. Entertainment will provide DJ services. Alan Johnson…
Find out more »Farmers Take the Stage
Local farmers show off their varied talents at show. Food and drink are available for purchase from the Dovetail Cafe. The performers will all be Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association members. Contact Joel Rosen to sign up: parklakefarm @ gmail.com. The suggested donation at the door is $15. The event is a fundraiser for the Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association.
Find out more »Taste at Fitger’s 2020
More than 40 of the area’s finest local restaurants, brewers and vintners serve up their tastiest victuals and libations at the 26th annual Taste at Fitger's event. Net proceeds go to Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank. Tickets are available by calling 218-722-8826 or toll free at 1-888-FITGERS. Tickets are also available in person at the Fitger’s Inn front desk.
Find out more »Apr 2020
Gitchee Gumee Brewfest 2020
Beer from more than 30 different brewers will be available at the 23rd annual fundraising event for Superior Jaycees. All the proceeds will stay within the community and help support different organizations throughout the year. A list of all of the brewers can be found at ggbrewfest.com. The event will also feature the game Hammerschlagen. Tickets are $30 for general admission, or $55 for VIP. Attendees must be 21 or older. VIP admission grants early entry at 2 p.m., while…
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