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A Breath of Hope Lung Run/Walk Duluth
The 2nd annual A Breath of Hope Lung Run/Walk raises awareness about lung cancer and funds for drastically underfunded lung-cancer research. This event features certified, chip-timed 5k run or walk music, a t-shirt with a loved one's name printed on it, a chance to honor that loved one, snacks, prizes for top fundraisers and race finishers, oncology updates, resources for lung cancer patients and families and the Rose Raft of Remembrance Ceremony.
Find out more »Who Am I Now? A Transformational Workshop for Women
Learn about breathing exercises, yoga philosophy, gentle yoga poses for increased focus and strength, journaling as a way to help process experiences and quiet time for contemplation and meditation. A three-day course. No prior yoga experience is needed. Instructor: Ellen Bahr.
Find out more »Therapeutic SomaYoga at Polinsky Rehab Registration Series
This class is for anyone who has pain, limited flexibility, decreased mobility, and/or balance concerns including but not limited to: recent joint or back surgery, arthritis, fibromyalgia and mild stroke. The class uses elevated therapeutic tables and props. Rails are also used for supported standing as needed. Class size is limited to eight to give individual attention to each participant. There is convenient parking next to the building and elevator access. Registration is required. Taught by Jodi Christensen, C-IAYT (Certified…
Find out more »The Six Pillars of Yoga and Wellness
The six pillars of yogic lifestyle and wellness are: food, exercise, sleep, breathing/stress management, cleansing and self-awareness/self-reflection. Learn about the six pillars and how to use them on a practical daily basis to live a healthier lifestyle. Taught by Molly McManus.
Find out more »Beginning Yoga
This Yoga North class focuses on the basics of yoga for new returning students. The series incorporates therapeutic yoga and breath work to provide "a solid foundation of principles to build from to increase the body’s alignment, stability, strength and flexibility." Registration is $52.50, or $45 for students, seniors or military members.
Find out more »SomaYoga Series: Happy Back, Hips and Legs
This SomaYoga series is for those with pain in their back, hips, knees, ankles or legs. Participants can learn tools to increase flexibility, strength and mobility. Registration is $52.50, or $45 for students, seniors or military members.
Find out more »Post Traumatic Growth Self-Study
This class explores the relationship between trauma and spiritual/emotional/physical transformation using posture work, movement dialogue and reflection along with Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy Integration practices. No previous yoga experience is required. Taught by Gary Anderson.
Find out more »MNsure Application Assistance
A MNsure-certified navigator will be available on the second floor of the Downtown Duluth Public Library to provide enrollment assistance in health-care coverage through MNsure. Navigators can also help with health insurance questions and consultations. No appointment is necessary; walk-ins are welcome. Visit insureduluth.org for more information.
Find out more »Gentle Yoga
At this Yoga North class, participants focus on "increasing pain-free range of motion, balance, flexibility and strength." This all-level yoga class blends SomaYoga with somatic movement "to increase strength, mobility and balance from a place of functional movement." The class is handicap accessible. The cost is $45 for all 5 weeks, or $9 for one session. Registration can be completed online.
Find out more »Natural Cleaning Products Class
A class for those interested in reducing the synthetic chemicals in their cleaning products. Attendees can make an all-purpose spray-cleaner and quick-clean wipes.
Find out more »SomaYoga: Stronger
Yoga North's "Stronger" SomaYoga class allows participants to build "strength and confidence" as well as "functional movement." The cost is 52.50, or $45 for students, seniors or military members. Registration can be completed online.
Find out more »Duluth Downhill Series
The Duluth Downhill mountain biking series happens every Friday until Oct. 6. Prizes will be given to the winner and a raffle will also be held for everyone participating. This series is points-based and an overall series winner will be crowned on 10/6 by taking the best 3 out of 4 race finishes. Everyone will have a chance at the grand prize. The more races you enter, the more times you will be entered into the grand prize raffle. Sign…
Find out more »Make-A-Wish Minnesota Walk for Wishes 2017
A 5k benefit walk. Receive a Walk For Wishes t-shirt with paid registration. Registration at 8:30 a.m. Pets allowed.
Find out more »La Leche League of Duluth Monthly Discussion Group
La Leche League is a mother-to-mother support group for nursing mothers that meets on the first Thursday of each month. All breastfeeding questions are encouraged and children are welcome. A lending library is available. For more information, call 218-499-9504.
Find out more »La Leche League of Duluth Monthly Evening Discussion Group
La Leche League is a mother-to-mother support and connection group for nursing mothers that meets at 10 a.m. on the third Wednesday of each month and 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. All breastfeeding questions are encouraged and children are welcome. A lending library is available. For more information call 218-499-9504.
Find out more »5K-9 Run for the Dogs
The proceeds from this 5k run/walk directly support the K-9 units of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Duluth Police Department, Hermantown Police Department, St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office and Superior Police Department through the Northland Law Enforcement K-9 Foundation. The fundraiser is a part-trails, part-road event with the start/finish at the Lester Park Pavilion. It starts with a warmup on the Lester Park nordic trails before transitioning onto Seven Bridges Road. The course has some moderate hills, but in general…
Find out more »Harvest Run at Fitger’s 2017
The 11th annual Harvest Run at Fitger's is a fundraising event for the Erick Peter Person Children's Cancer Fund, Union Gospel Mission and Damiano Center. It features a 5K run or walk and a Tiny Tyke Triathlon. The train to the 5k starting line boards at 8 a.m. behind the Fitger's building on the Lakewalk and departs around 8:20 a.m. The race starts at 9 a.m. on the Lakewalk behind East High School near 40th Avenue East and London Road.…
Find out more »Habitattitude Surrender
People can bring unwanted fish, reptiles and aquatic plants to this event. Hosted by Animal Allies and supported by Minnesota Sea Grant and World of Fish, the event is part of the national Habitattitude public-awareness campaign to help aquarium and water garden owners prevent the release of aquatic fish and plants into the environment.
Find out more »Author Event: Sarah Bamford Seidelmann
Meet Seidelmann, author of the new memoir Swimming with Elephants. The book tells the eccentric, sometimes poignant and occasionally hilarious experience of a working mother undergoing a bewildering vocational shift from physician to shamanic healer.
Find out more »La Leche League of Duluth Monthly Daytime Discussion Group
La Leche League is a mother-to-mother support and connection group for nursing mothers that meets at 10 a.m. on the third Wednesday of each month and 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. All breastfeeding questions are encouraged and children are welcome. A lending library is available. For more information call 218-499-9504.
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