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Farmers Take the Stove
A farm-to-table dinner prepared by farmers. This family-friendly event includes food, a silent auction, networking and more. All proceeds benefit the Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association, a coalition of producers and consumers moving food and farming systems into a sustainable future.
Find out more »Yuletide Market 2019
Local maker pop-ups, a Makers Mercantile mobile store featuring 50 North Shore makers, free French Macarons provided by Two Harbors Baker and festive drinks from Vikre Distillery. A portion of profits from Yuletide Market will be donated to Project Joy. Proceeds to Project Joy go to the Backpack Program, providing food for local children in need on weekends when school is not in session.
Find out more »All-Church Rummage Sale
A sale for people who like cheap Christmas gifts. Home décor, books, toys, knickknacks, clothes, etc. Breakfast available in the morning, lunch in the afternoon. Coffee, espresso and baked goods all day. Discounted meals for students. Free wi-fi. Cash only.
Find out more »Goody Night: Legacy Show, Open Mic and Fundraiser for Olivia Davis
A Goody Night hosts a reunion show feturing performers and artists from the past seven-plus years. The band Royalty will play, Delphin Nyonkuru and Carla Hamilton will create art live and Moira Villiard will host. Donations and proceeds from tickets will support Olivia Davis, a local youth who has undergone three emergency brain surgeries this year.
Find out more »St. Louis River Alliance Open House
The St. Louis River Alliance hosts and end-of-the-year celebration in Suite 208 of the DeWitt-Seitz Building. This is a casual gathering to bring the SLRA community together, discuss the exciting projects happening at the SLRA and encourage attendees to become members in order to help restore, protect and enhance the St. Louis River. There will be light snacks, refreshments and door prizes.
Find out more »Holiday on the Hill 2019
Kolar Chevrolet Buick GMC again hosts its annual Holiday on the Hill celebration, in partnership with the Duluth, Hermantown and Cloquet chambers of commerce. The event benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland and Minnesota Masonic Children's Clinic. Travis Ledoyt, "The World's Best Young Elvis" will provide entertainment. Beverages and appetizer samplings from area restaurants will be available. The event is free to attend with a gift donation or suggested $10 cash donation to the Boys and Girls…
Find out more »Fairlawn Mansion Overnight
Fairlawn Mansion hosts an overnight visit on the eve of Martin Pattison’s death. The night features a behind the scenes mansion tour, pizza, snacks and parlor games. Guests will stay overnight in one of the Pattison or servants rooms. A light breakfast will be served in the morning. Amenities include shared restrooms (no shower), a kitchen and private rooms. Guests should bring their own toiletries, wash clothes, etc. Guests are asked to bring an air mattress or cot with bedding.…
Find out more »Behind the Mask Gala
The Center for Sexual and Domestic Abuse rings in 2020 with a formal masquerade gala fundraiser. The fundraiser includes hors d'oeuvres, live music by Traction, games, a silent auction, a ball drop, a mask contest, a champagne toast and a signature cocktail. All proceeds support critical services for adults and children hurt by abuse. Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door.
Find out more »H.O.T.D.I.S.H. Militia Meeting
The H.O.T.D.I.S.H. (Hand Over the Decision it'S Healthcare) Militia plan and prepare for UnRestrict MN Activist School, a book club for "Handbook to a Post-Roe America" and Bowl-A-Thon 2020. The H.O.T.D.I.S.H. Militia raises funds for WE Health Clinic to provide access to abortion services. The meeting space is in the basement board room of the Building for Women.
Find out more »Food for Thought 2020: A Tasting Event
More than 20 area businesses provide samples of their signature foods and beverages at the seventh annual Food for Thought in FDLTCC's student commons and amphitheater. The event is a fundraiser for student scholarships. A wall of wine, silent auction and raffle for a $1,000 travel voucher and other prizes are also available. Kerry Rodd will serve as master of ceremonies. Tickets are available at Reliable Insurance Agency at 803 Carlton Ave., and the FDLTCC Business Office at 2101 14th…
Find out more »Great Lakes Pond Hockey Classic 2020
In the 16th annual fundraiser for the Superior Amateur Hockey Association, teams of four adults compete in a round-robin-style hockey tournament on a 140-by-70-foot section of the bay on Barker's Island, with small snowbanks serving as boards. The tourney runs Jan. 25-27. Each team plays three to five games within their division, with each division having a championship game and semi-finals. All games are 30 minutes and consist of two 15-minute halves.
Find out more »Sustainable Farming Association Conference and Annual Meeting
The Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association hosts a conference and their annual meeting. The conference starts with coffee, a business meeting and Board of Directors election for the local chapter of the SFA. The conference includes four workshops about sustainable farming and local foods and a keynote speaker during the from-scratch lunch of soup and bread. The cost is $15 for SFA members and $20 for nonmembers.
Find out more »Beargrease Opening Ceremonies Social and Dinner 2020
Everyone is welcome to social hour from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Lake Superior College. Grab a soda or cocktail from the bar and peruse the silent auction (all proceeds will support the Beargrease). Many mushers and handlers will be coming in from their vet checks, as well as the judges, vet teams, families and friends. Dinner begins at 5 p.m. Advance tickets required. Cost is $20 per person. Menu TBA. Bib-draw and formal program to follow dinner.
Find out more »Brewsheen by Beargrease 2020
Kick off Beargrease weekend with this party featuring food, tours, bonfires and beer. All proceeds will support the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon. Beargrease has partnered with Glensheen and Canal Park Brewing for this year's Brewsheen. The event will feature culinary creations, complimentary beer, mansion tours and bonfires.
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 »Choice Unlimited’s Rock and Roll Masquerade Ball
More then 400 donors, supporters and partygoers can enjoy hors d’oeuvres, festive drinks, live music and dance performances, and a curated silent auction. This is an adult event (18+). All funds raised will support Choice Unlimited's arts programming, including materials and professional instruction in dance, theater, music, film, visual arts and creative writing.
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 »LOON Summer Sparkler 2019
Lyric Opera of the North's annual summer fundraising event features summery songs, festive food and a variety of ways to show support for LOON.
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