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Feb 2024
Duluth Alcohol, Gambling & Tobacco Commission Meeting
Duluth's Alcohol, Gambling & Tobacco Commission meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the City Council Chambers at Duluth City Hall. The commission advises and aids the city council in exercising its licensing duties.
Find out more »Freedom Fund Dinner
The Duluth NAACP's annual Freedom Fund Dinner features keynote speaker Conscious Lee and music by the Gemstones and Nur-D. There will also be announcements about the NAACP Ignite Empower Transform Endowment. Schedule 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. - Social Hour 5:30 p.m. - Seating 5:45 p.m. - Welcome 6 p.m. - Dinner and Keynote Speaker 7 p.m. - Awards 9 p.m. - Concert Tickets are available at duluthnaacp.org. Concert tickets are available separately for $15 in advance and $20 at the…
Find out more »Braver Angels Introductory Gathering and Video
Learn about the national and local organization that aims to unite red and blue Americans in a working alliance to depolarize America. Light refreshments provided. Beer and other beverages available for purchase.
Find out more »Twin Ports Interfaith Fundraiser for Palestine
The Twin Ports interfaith community hosts a fundraiser to support humanitarian efforts in Palestine in response to the Gaza crisis. "Witnessing over 1.9 million Palestinians displaced and 24,000 casualties, the calls upon residents for urgent support. coalition across Muslim, Jewish, and Christian faiths invites you to this pivotal gathering." The evening, starting at 4:30 p.m., features an educational gallery on the conflict from 5-6 p.m. and a dinner with Palestinian cuisine. The highlight is a presentation by Mariam El-Khatib, a…
Find out more »Jen Schultz for Congress Fundraiser
Featuring food, music, conversation and donation opportunities.
Find out more »Mar 2024
Presidential Nomination Primary Election
The Presidential Nomination Primary Election requires voters to choose either a Democratic-Farmer-Labor, Legal Marijuana Now or Republican party ballot. Declaration of a specific party is required; pursuant to state law, the party choice of the voter is private information. Duluth residents can register to vote online at mnvotes.org, or fill out a voter registration application on the Duluth City Clerk’s webpage and deliver it in person or by mail to the Duluth City Clerk, 318 City Hall, 411 W. First…
Find out more »Duluth Natural Resources Commission Meeting
Duluth's Natural Resources Commission meets on the first Wednesday of each month in Lakeside Conference Room 430 at Duluth City Hall. The commission provides science–based guidance on the protection and enhancement of the ecological health of city-owned and city-managed lands and the regional ecosystems of which they are a part. It also advises on the natural area program established to designate, protect and manage lands of special environmental value. Agendas can be found at duluthmn.gov.
Find out more »WE Health Clinic Dinner and Dessert Auction
WE Health Clinic hosts their annual Spring fundraiser, celebrating and funding abortion access in our community. Schedule: 5:30 p.m. | Beverages, including beer and wine 6:00 p.m. | Dinner is served 6:30 p.m. | Hear from clinic leaders 6:45 p.m. | Live dessert auction Each ticket includes beer, wine, and other canned beverages, as well as a catered dinner, evening with the pro-choice community and live dessert auction. Tickets are available for individuals at $50, half tables (4 seats) for…
Find out more »Rug on Fire: A Portrait Series by Cherry Koch
Cherry Koch's project began with an open call asking folks to answer the prompt “Have you ever felt unsafe in public spaces on account of visible queerness?” Through this process, models were chosen and asked a series of questions regarding their queer experience. Historically, portraits were reserved for those in power -- “Rug on Fire” twists that narrative with large, detailed paintings of those whose rights are under fire. This project highlights the issues that LGBTQ folks in Duluth face…
Find out more »UUCD Forum: Move To Amend and We Choose Us
Barbara Gerten of Move to Amend will speak about how corporations do not have constitutional rights and that money is not free speech. Lilly Sasse from We Choose Us will share information about their campaign coalition of grassroots organizations, labor unions, and advocacy groups fighting for multiracial democracy particularly in St. Louis County during this election year.
Find out more »Rally Against Gas Plant on Lake Superior
Opponents of the proposed Nemadji Trail Energy Center are holding a rally on the Douglas County Courthouse steps. Neighbors Against NTEC is a grassroots organization opposing the proposed gas plant because of its potential environmental and human health affects. To sign a petition to oppose the proposed plant visit everyaction.com.
Find out more »Earth Hour
Since its beginnings in 2007, Earth Hour has been known as the “lights off” moment. This hour of unity brings the world together, shines a spotlight on nature loss and the climate crisis and hopefully inspires millions more to act and advocate for urgent change. The UMD Institute on the Environment invites you to join the Earth Hour. Check out the Earth Hour website to learn more about what you and your organization can do.
Find out more »Public Hearing Regarding Proposed Water Rate Increases
The Duluth Public Utilities Commission is holding a public hearing regarding proposed water rate increases. The hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers, Duluth City Hall Room 320. The purpose of the hearing will be to explain the proposed 9.25% increases to the water variable rates effective April 15, and effective Jan. 1 for each of the next four years, and to receive comments from the public regarding the proposed multi-year rate plan.
Find out more »Duluth Planning Commission Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of Duluth's Planning Commission begins with a dinner at 5:30 p.m. The call to order and roll call is at 6 p.m. Presentations Carol Andrews, St. Louis County, and Ryan Granlund, City of Duluth - Green Infrastructure at Hartley Park Brian Forcier, Titanium Partners - Woodland Avenue Development Site Other Business Zenith Awards (Presentation by Chris Lee) Election of Officers (All) Bylaws Discussion (presentation by Adam Fulton) 2024 Work Plan Items (All) The commission advises the City…
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