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An event every week that begins at 8:30am on Thursday, repeating indefinitely
Open Gym for Senior Citizens
An event every week that begins at 8:30am on Thursday, repeating indefinitely
Participants can choose from activities such as basketball, badminton, volleyball and pickle ball. Equipment is available to try out. The activites are self-directed with assistance from Duluth Parks and Recreation staff.
Find out more »Ignite Your Fuse: Focusing on the Health of Our Citizens
Fuse Duluth hosts Ignite Your Fuse luncheons to share knowledge of the newest developments and trends in the area and network with community members. The theme of this Fuse event is "Focusing on the Health of Our Citizens: Hermantown Wellness Center Duluth." The cost to attend is $20 for Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce members and $30 for non-members. The price includes lunch.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 9:00am on Wednesday and Friday, repeating indefinitely
Child and Parent Play Gym
An event every week that begins at 9:00am on Wednesday and Friday, repeating indefinitely
Play Gym is a weekly opportunity for parents and their young children to gather and interact in a large, open, indoor space, which has a store of toys, sports equipment and art materials available for use.
Find out more »Family Hike: Quarry Park
Duluth Parks and Recreation guide hikers through naturalist interpretations, a scavenger hunt and other outdoor games. End the hike with roasting hot dogs and s’mores over a fire. Hikers are recommended to wear sturdy shoes and to dress for the weather. Quarry Park is an accessible park, meeting the Americans with Disabilities Act Guidelines for "outdoor developed areas. The gravel parking lot has two marked handicap parking spaces. The path is crushed limestone, with an incline up to the flat…
Find out more »2-Hour Yin Yoga Class
This class is intended as a way to quiet body and mind. Yin yoga works deeply into the body and targets deep connective tissues -- ligaments, joints, bones and deep fascia networks -- in addition to muscles. Low lighting, rich essential oils and a lot of hands-on.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 11:45am on Sunday, repeating until Nov 9, 2019
Learn to Skate
An event every week that begins at 11:45am on Sunday, repeating until Nov 9, 2019
Sundays from September 22nd through November 9th. Attendees must preregister at www.duluthhockey.com. Level 1 beginners: 11:45 a.m. -- 12:30 p.m. Level 2 intermediates: 12:30 p.m. -- 1:15 p.m. 50 skaters per level.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 3:00pm on Sunday, repeating until Dec 29, 2019
Open Ice Skating
An event every week that begins at 3:00pm on Sunday, repeating until Dec 29, 2019
Skates are available for use are limited, so bringing skates from home is encouraged.
Find out more »Senior Hike: Hartley Park
Duluth Parks and Recreation host a hike specifically tailored for seniors 55+. Healthy snacks are included following the conclusion of the hike. Participants are asked to dress accordingly for the weather. To register, visit duluthmn.gov
Find out more »Benefits of Early Diagnosis & Latest Research in Alzheimer’s Treatment
Early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or other dementias provides a range of benefits for the individuals who are diagnosed, as well as their loved ones. Dr. Steve Waring, a Ph.D. at Essentia Institute of Rural Health explains new developments in Alzheimer’s research and treatment, and talks about the benefits of early diagnosis while navigating the healthcare system. The talk is in the main library's "Gold Room." The event is sponsored by Dementia Friendly Duluth and the Victory Fund.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 9:15am on Tuesday, repeating indefinitely
Preschool Skate
An event every week that begins at 9:15am on Tuesday, repeating indefinitely
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own skates. Limited skates are available for use.
Find out more »Shaping a Healthier Community 2019
Bridging Health Duluth invites citizens and stakeholders who work on improving the community’s health to learn about the results of the 2020-2022 Community Health Needs Assessment and implementation plan. At the 2018 Shaping a Healthier Community event, input was received from more than 100 community members on Duluth’s most pressing health problems. Based on community input, the health assessment was completed and three priority areas were chosen: youth substance use, mental health and food insecurity. At this year’s event, attendees…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 6:30pm on Wednesday, repeating until Jan 1, 2020
Open Ice Skating
An event every week that begins at 6:30pm on Wednesday, repeating until Jan 1, 2020
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own skates, but limited skates are available for use.
Find out more »Culturally and Spiritually Responsive Healthcare Conference
The College of St. Scholastica hosts a community conversation about the future of culturally and spiritually responsive healthcare to help reduce health disparities across Minnesota’s diverse populations. The event brings more than 100 healthcare practitioners together to learn about patient, family, and community-centered care within indigenous, immigrant, and other communities of color. The conference speakers are healthcare providers and community leaders from Anishinaabe, African Heritage, Latinx, Somali, Hmong, Jewish, and Muslim communities. Maria Regan Gonzalez, mayor of Richfield, MN, speaks…
Find out more »Culturally and Spiritually Responsive Healthcare Conference
The College of St. Scholastica hosts a community conversation about the future of culturally and spiritually responsive healthcare to help reduce health disparities across Minnesota’s diverse populations. The event will bring more than 100 healthcare practitioners together to learn about patient-, family-, and community-centered care within indigenous, immigrant, and other communities of color. The conference speakers are healthcare providers and community leaders from Anishinaabe, African Heritage, Latinx, Somali, Hmong, Jewish, and Muslim communities. The gathering’s second day starts with a…
Find out more »Essentia Health Living Well with Heart Failure 2019
Essentia Health presents its fifth annual event for people living with heart failure. It's a morning of learning about living with the disease, lifestyle changes to increase quality of life and planning for the future. A complimentary heart-healthy, low sodium lunch will be provided. This event is free and open to heart-failure patients, families and friends. Attire is casual. To RSVP call 218-786-2101 or register online at livingwellwithheartfailure.eventbrite.com.
Find out more »Birth & Baby Fair
The Birth & Baby Fair is held twice per year in the fall and spring. The fair's mission is to provide new and expecting parents the resources they need to feel empowered and informed throughout their pregnancy, birth, postpartum and early years. There will be 12 free educational workshops and 60 vendors. There will be free snacks, coffee and tea. Additional food is available for purchase on site. Childcare and a play area are also provided at no cost.
Find out more »North End Nightmare 5K
Grandma's Marathon and the Young Athletes Foundation host the inaugural North End Nightmare 5K, a Halloween-themed 3.1 mile race in conjunction with the North End Spooktacular. Free spider dash races for kids 14 and under take place prior to the 5K at 4 p.m. The race starts at 5 p.m. and will weave through the streets of Superior’s North End, starting and ending near the Top Hat Tavern. 5K participants receive a North End Nightmare hooded sweatshirt and spider dash…
Find out more »Northeastern Minnesota Well-being and Resiliency Summit
The Northeastern Minnesota Well-being and Resiliency Summit is an opportunity for stakeholders from around the region to come together for one day to learn, share and create a collective vision for how to promote mental well-being. The summit will feature keynote speaker Anna Lynn, panel discussions, speed networking and more. Everyone is welcome, from public and private organizations and across the mental health continuum of promotion, prevention, treatment and recovery. The cost is $30/person. Limited scholarships are available to cover…
Find out more »Senior Hike Lester Park
Duluth Parks & Recreation hosts a hike specifically tailored for seniors 55+. Healthy snacks are included following the conclusion of the hike. Participants are asked to dress accordingly for the weather. To register visit duluthmn.gov
Find out more »An event every month that begins at 6:00pm on day First of the month, repeating indefinitely
One event on Sep 12, 2019 at 6:00pm
First Thursday Yoga and Creative-Writing Workshop
An event every month that begins at 6:00pm on day First of the month, repeating indefinitely
One event on Sep 12, 2019 at 6:00pm
This donation-based yoga practice and guided free-form writing workshop is generally held on the first Thursday of every month. It is intended to be an opportunity to slow down in order to reflect and reconnect through the use of yoga and prompted journal writing. Each month will have a different theme, with the goal of building self-awareness and appreciation. Materials will be provided, but attendees are asked to bring a journal (if they have one) and anything else desired for…
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