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MNsure Application Assistance
A MNsure-certified navigator will be available on the second floor of the Downtown Duluth Public Library to provide free 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 »Wire Wrap Jewelry Class
All of the tools and materials will be provided, along with some guidance on making a tree of life which can be used as an earring, pendant or window hanging. No experience necessary.
Find out more »The Surgeon General’s Report on Addiction
Acadia Healthcare, in partnership with The Retreat, present Dr. Michael Genovese. Dr. Genovese is the Chief Medical Advisor at Acadia Healthcare and will be reflecting on the Surgeon General's recent report on addiction. Dr. Genovese will engage the audience on the significance of this report and the potential implications on how we as a society perceive and address alcohol and drug addiction. Learn key findings from The Surgeon General's Report on alcohol, drugs and health and how to apply this…
Find out more »Duluth History and Sightseeing Tour
This four-hour tour begins at the historic DeWitt-Seitz Building in Duluth’s Canal Park district. The tour bus embarks on a history adventure while a guide explains the origins of Duluth, the history of its first settlers and the historic buildings and stories associated with Canal Park, Downtown and the Central Hillside. Also, explore Chester and Clara Congdon’s beautiful Glensheen Mansion, travel Skyline Drive and stop at the Duluth Depot and spend an hour exploring the exhibits in the Railroad Museum…
Find out more »3-D Printing Basics Class
This class will introduce students to 3-D printing with a short primer on how it works. Then they will be guided on finding a small model online and printing it on one of the shop printers to take home.
Find out more »Outdoor Writer’s Association of America 2017 Annual Conference
The Outdoor Writer's Association of America holds three days of sessions, demos, hospitalities and more from June 24-26.
Find out more »Help Duluth Invaders Tackle Invasive Plants: Japenese Knotweed
Duluth Invaders, a service initiative coordinated by Duluth Parks and Recreation, hosts a series of informational volunteer work events during the 2017 summer season to educate and inform residents of common invasive plants. Duluth Invaders staff will be on-hand and the events will cover identification, removal and disposal of five prevalent invasive plants: Garlic Mustard, Japanese Knotweed (informally known as “bamboo”), Tansy, Buckthorn, and Honeysuckle. Those interested in learning about Japanese Knotweed removal should meet near the playground next to…
Find out more »Outdoor Writer’s Association of America 2017 Annual Conference
The Outdoor Writer's Association of America holds three days of sessions, demos, hospitalities and more from June 24-26.
Find out more »Outdoor Writer’s Association of America 2017 Annual Conference
The Outdoor Writer's Association of America's three days of sessions, demos and hospitalities concludes.
Find out more »Zumba at the Zoo
Zumba Kids classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original Zumba choreography. Instructor Monita Gibson will break down the steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into every class. It is an environment that is intended to be friendly to kids of all ages and their caregivers. Weekly drop-in class prices: Members: $5.00 • (adult + 1 child over age 2, add’l child is $2.50) Non-members (No Zoo Admission): $7.50 • (adult + 1 child over age 2, add’l child…
Find out more »Yoga by the Lake Registration Series
Meet every week for six weeks next to the water at Brighton Beach. Students can dip their toes in before/after/during practice. Classes will include a setting of intentions, hatha and therapeutic yoga, short meditation and time spent breathing in the beauty of Lake Superior.
Find out more »Beginning Yoga Registration Series
This class incorporates therapeutic yoga and breath work to introduce students to classic Hatha yoga poses and provide a solid foundation of principles to build from, so students can then use these postures to increase the body’s alignment, stability, strength and flexibility. A six-week registration series.
Find out more »SomaYoga Registration Series: Happy Core
Learn practices of Somatics, Therapeutic Yoga and Classic Asana to increase strength and find a happy and dynamic core in resting, working and playing. Available to people of all ages and abilities. A five-week registration series.
Find out more »Help Duluth Invaders Tackle Invasive Plants: Japanese Knotweed
Duluth Invaders, a service initiative coordinated by Duluth Parks and Recreation, hosts a series of informational volunteer work events during the 2017 summer season to educate and inform residents of common invasive plants. Duluth Invaders staff will be on-hand and the events will cover identification, removal and disposal of five prevalent invasive plants: Garlic Mustard, Japanese Knotweed (informally known as “bamboo”), Tansy, Buckthorn, and Honeysuckle. Those interested in learning about Japanese Knotweed removal should meet in the right rear section…
Find out more »Skateboard Ring Class
Reuse old skateboards to make a wooden ring with a band saw, drill press, belt and disc sanders.
Find out more »The Murders at Glensheen: 40 Years Later
June 27, 2017, marks the 40th anniversary of the killings at Glensheen. During this event, the foremost experts on the crimes, trials and suspect Marjorie Congdon Caldwell will gather to discuss the events and their aftermath. Former Duluth police detective and St. Louis County sheriff Gary Waller revisits the investigation he led, retired St. Louis County prosecutor and district court judge John DeSanto discusses the successes and failures of the murder trials that followed and former Duluth News Tribune reporter…
Find out more »Embrace the Paradox: Gems of Yoga Registration Series
Use posture work, movement, dialogue and reflection along with Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy integration practices. A six-week registration series.
Find out more »Wigwam Talks with Michael “Laughing Fox” Charette
Wisconsin’s Native American culture and heritage is featured in several events at the tent throughout the season. Michael "LaughingFox" Charette holds multiple Wigwam Talks to provide opportunities to learn about the Ojibwe culture and heritage. The event is part of the Native American Community Connections Series, and all events in the series can be found at bigtop.org/nacc.
Find out more »Natural Hair Symposium: Celebrating the Beauty of Naptural Hair
Project Naptural and STEPs present the Natural Hair Symposium, an event for people who have, want or love natural hair. A poster exhibition, hair butter demo, head scarf demos, hair talks, panel discussions, giveaways and more.
Find out more »Wolves at Our Door
Representatives from the International Wolf Center will discuss wolf biology, wolf behavior and perceptions of wolves in this engaging and unbiased program. The program will help attendees better understand the complicated issues surrounding wolves. "Wolves at Our Door" is funded by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund. Founded in 1985, the International Wolf Center is one of the leading authorities for wolf education in the world. The mission of the Center is to advance the survival of wolf…
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