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May 2024
Gary-New Duluth Memorial Day Ceremony
The Gary-New Duluth Memorial Day Ceremony honors the sacrifice of veterans from the Duluth's far western communities -- Riverside, Smithville, Morgan Park, Gary-New Duluth, Fond du Lac and the Wisconsin village of Oliver -- who gave their lives in service to their country. The ceremony will be conducted on the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Stowe Street. Refreshments and fellowship will follow at the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center. Ceremony • Welcome – Mark Rubin • Flag Ceremony – David…
Find out more »Janet Kennedy for County Board District 3 Fundraiser
Carmody Irish Pub owner Eddie Gleeson, and other supporters of Janet Kennedy's run for the St. Louis County Board District 3 seat, host this campaign fundraising event. Kennedy will be sharing her seven principles and priorities she intends to bring to the county commissioner role, “building a stronger and more effective governing body that truly represents and serves the interests of everyone in the community.” Food from the Chow Hall food truck will be available.
Find out more »6th Judicial District Treatment Courts Graduation, Talent and Art Show
In recognition of Treatment Court Month, the St. Louis County Treatment Courts will be holding a combined talent and art show for program participants and team members to showcase their accomplishments and skills in the community. This event is to celebrate the team behind the success behind the 6th Judicial District Treatment Courts. Before the event, a joint Mental Health Court and Duluth Drug Court graduation will be held for eligible participants at 10:30 a.m.
Find out more »Social Hour and ‘Boycott’ Film Screening
The Palestine Solidarity Working Group and the Twin Ports Democratic Socialists of America hosting this screening of the documentary Boycott. The film follows the legal battles of three American workers whose political beliefs are pitted against their employment. Their experiences expose the state legislation that limits free speech across the United States in favor of supporting the government of Israel at all costs. The event begins with a social hour at 6 p.m. and the film screening begins at 7.
Find out more »Jun 2024
Free Palestine Rally and March
The Free Palestine Rally and March at Duluth City Hall will feature speeches, a march to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (remaining outside only) and then returning to city hall for music and messages of solidarity. One goal of this protest and march is to support the uncommitted delegates inside the DFL Convention at the DECC as they try to pass resolutions in favor of a ceasefire in Gaza. The group is also aiming to bring attention to Minnesota's anti-Boycott,…
Find out more »MN-Duluth-Wear Orange Lift Bridge Walk
Volunteers from Duluth Moms Demand Action are organizing a family-friendly community event for Wear Orange Weekend. The goal is to raise awareness about gun violence in Duluth. There will be a few speakers and photos followed by an inaugural walk across the Aerial Lift Bridge in solidarity with survivors. Participants are asked to wear orange. The meetup location is at the Tug Boat Bayfield outside the Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center in Canal Park next to the Aerial Lift Bridge.…
Find out more »Community Development Committee Meeting
The Duluth Community Development Committee meets in Duluth City Hall room 430. It assists with allocating and administering community development block grants, home investment partnerships and emergency solutions grant programs. Meeting minutes and agendas can be found at duluthmn.gov.
Find out more »Duluth Superior Pride Meeting
This Duluth Superior Pride meeting is an informational introduction-style meeting to the Duluth Superior Pride planning committee. The organization is seeking event planners, volunteers, officers and many other positions to help organize the annual festival held over Labor Day Weekend. Information will be presented as to the organization of Duluth Superior Pride structure, how meetings work, and how the annual events come together. The meeting is over Zoom. Attendees can use the link, or the meeting ID (880 7033 0606)…
Find out more »World Refugee Day: Thinking Globally, Responding Locally
The Interfaith Committee for Migrant Justice presents a World Refugee Day event featuring music, speakers, art displays by local asylum seekers and migrants, and refreshments.
Find out more »UMD Sustainability Portal
A webinar for local community organizations to learn more about the UMD Sustainability Portal. Hosted by the University of Minnesota Duluth Institute on the Environment led by Dr. Julie Etterson and Jinny Alexander.
Find out more »Meet Your Democratic Candidates
The Douglas County Democratic Party invites citizens to meet the Democratic candidates on the primary election ballot at the Central Park Pavilion in Superior.
Find out more »Jul 2024
Climate Grief Book Talk
The Duluth Public Library in conversation with Conservation Minnesota and author Shawna Weaver, Ph.D., discuss Climate Grief: From Coping to Resilience and Action. The book captures Dr. Weaver's experience in environmental justice activism and brings to light the complexities of the intersection between climate change, personal wellness and scalable sustainability solutions.
Find out more »Duluth Economic Development Authority Meeting
The Duluth Economic Development Authority generally meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month in the City Council Chambers at Duluth City Hall. Agendas and minutes can be found at dulutheda.org. DEDA works to stimulate business investment, expand economic prosperity, grow the local tax base and strengthen public-private partnerships in the Duluth area. It is governed by seven commissioners made up of three city councilors and four citizens.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, repeating until Sep 26, 2024
Election Ballot Community Discussion
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, repeating until Sep 26, 2024
Every Thursday from July 18 to Sept. 26, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Scott Hart is hosting online an community meeting for open discussion related to the Nov. 5 General Election, and for the Aug. 13 Primary Election. Participants can discuss ballot candidates, politics and their desires and opinions. To join the meeting go to meet.google.com/pcu-oeto-cmc. From the organizer: Rule #1. Relax, be cool and emotionally stable. Please listen to each other; think; clearly explain your feelings, motivation, and desire;…
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