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Fly around the canyons on Mars, plunge through Saturn’s rings, find out why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet and more. Each show will be followed by a live presentation of tonight’s sky. Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.umn.edu or at the door. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. No food or drinks allowed in the planetarium. Please have proof of purchase ready to show at the door. UMD students will also be required to show their…
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The Lake Superior Reserve's first River Walk of the year will be an introduction to wetland bird monitoring. Join the Reserve and researchers from NRRI’s Avian Ecology Lab to hear about the Great Lakes Coastal Wetland Monitoring Program, and how birds help us understand the impacts of invasive species, resource management, restoration and climate on ecosystems in a rapidly changing world. Please meet at Wisconsin Point Lot #1. Restrooms are available. Participants will be walking, stopping and standing for just…
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This class will discuss the important aspects of establishing a native garden in various site conditions. From site prep, species selection, plant layout and maintenance, participants will learn the important considerations that make native plant gardens successful from planting to establishment. The class will include a presentation by Dan Schutte, owner of Shoreview Natives, and Jen Stenersen, Shoreview Natives greenhouse manager, with time to ask questions of both and expand your knowledge and interest in native plants.
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Explore the wonders of the cosmos at the Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium with free shows on Wednesday nights. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. No food or drinks allowed.
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The Lake Superior Estuarium houses family-centered exhibits that tell the story of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior and the communities on their shores. It also includes a classroom, meeting space and offices. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient visitors to the largest estuary on Lake Superior and information to help anyone explore. An estuarium is gathering place for learning and play. The term is a combination of words “estuary” and “museum.”…
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The Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium on the University of Minnesota Duluth campus invites the public to explore the cosmos. A full show schedule of shows is at d.umn.edu. General Show Schedule Wonderstruck Wednesdays, 7 p.m., free Fridays at 7 p.m. - Live guided tours of the universe Saturdays at 2 p.m. - Pre-recorded shows that are ideal for families Saturdays at 7 p.m. - Pre-recorded shows for all ages Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12,…
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The Lake Superior Estuarium on Barker’s Island is a free exhibit hall with information about and interactive maps of the St. Louis River Estuary and the Lake Superior Reserve. There is also a play area for children, including books to read, drawing and coloring and a small indoor playground. It would not be possible to operate the estuary museum without the volunteer docents who help educate visitors on the Estuarium, the St. Louis River Estuary, and the work of the…
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$50
In this hands-on class, participants learn the essential skills needed to turn ideas into real 3D designs using Fusion 360—an industry-standard tool used by engineers, product designers and makers around the world. Explore how to navigate the Fusion 360 interface, create precise 2D sketches with dimensions and transform them into 3D objects using tools like extrude and revolve. By the end of the session, students will complete a simple, personalized project—like a name tag or custom keychain. No experience needed.…
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The Lake Superior Estuarium on Barker’s Island is a free exhibit hall with information about and interactive maps of the St. Louis River Estuary and the Lake Superior Reserve. There is also a play area for children, including books to read, drawing and coloring and a small indoor playground. It would not be possible to operate the estuary museum without the volunteer docents who help educate visitors on the Estuarium, the St. Louis River Estuary, and the work of the…
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"Don't panic, it's only a test." Duluth's emergency sirens sound off at roughly 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
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"Don't panic, it's only a test." Duluth's emergency sirens sound off at roughly 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
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Zenith Bookstore welcomes author, educator and environmentalist Taylor Brorby. Taylor shares from his memoir "Boys and Oil: Growing Up Gay in a Fractured Land" which will be released in paperback in early June. Taylor discusses his book, career and answer audience’s questions. "Boys and Oil" will be available for purchase, and he personally signs copies. Taylor Brorby’s "Boys and Oil: Growing Up Gay in a Fractured Land" is a haunting, bracingly honest memoir about growing up gay amidst the harshness…
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The Duluth Monarch Festival includes a locally grown native plant sale from Shoreview Natives, information tables with local environmental groups, movies with popcorn, live eggs, caterpillars and monarchs. Alex Carroll, Monarch Joint Venture’s Midwest Science Coordinator gives a special keynote speech, "Drones, Milkweed & Monarchs: How Drones are Used to Evaluate Milkweed Availability for Monarch Habitats." Listeners can learn about the science in action and experience a demonstration of a drone in flight. The keynote presentation starts at 10:30 a.m.
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Summer solstice occurs when the Earth's rotational axis is most inclined toward the star it orbits. The Sun reaches its highest position in the sky on this day, and the Earth's gravity pulls humans toward beaches.
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$75 – $125
This class explores the deep connections between the natural world and the food humans eat. Participants can reflect on the web of life and how profound insights can come from observing nature during this trip through the woods. A light vegetarian charcuterie lunch is included (and can be made gluten-free or cow-milk-free on request). Bringing a water bottle is encouraged. Register at duluthfolkschool.com.
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