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Coming into View: An Intersectional Analysis of Movements to End Racism and Harassment
Stephanie Arel, Ph.D., gives a lecture that examines efforts to put an end to racism and harassment. Arel is an author and visiting researcher at New York University. Her work revolves around the interplay of psychology and religion to inform an evaluation of trauma and its impact on human dignity.
Find out more »Lake Superior College Spring Open House 2018
Lake Superior College hosts its spring open house. Faculty and staff will be on hand at more than 50 booths with information and demonstrations about college programs, student services, student clubs, athletics, campus activities and more. Free chair massages, campus tours, refreshments and door prizes will be available throughout the event. An open Admissions Lab led by admissions staff will walk participants through all the steps of applying to LSC. LSC is waiving the application fee for the entire month…
Find out more »Cold Process Soap Making Class
This class teaches the basics of cold process soap craft from start to finish using lye, oils and fats. The class covers safety, tips, resources and the fundamentals of soap making. Duluth MakerSpace recommends this soap as a particularly good gift for those with chemical sensitivities.
Find out more »Milton, Shakespeare and the Origin of the Specious in Paradise Lost
Shakespeare scholar, actor and CSS English professor Kevin A. Quarmby gives a lecture to accompany the artwork of Kathryn Lenz and the Darwin manuscript exhibit at the Karpeles Museum. A screening of Dr. Karmen Lenz's video Milton's Hell in Voice and Image will follow Dr. Quarmby's presentation.
Find out more »Philosophy and Music after the Great War
Assistant Professor of Music Nicholas Susi performs a left-handed concerto, Piano Concerto in D Major for the Left Hand. The piece was written by French composer Joseph Maurice Ravel for Austrian pianist Paul Wittgenstein, who lost his right arm in the war. Professor of Philosophy Steve Ostovich will provide remarks about the musical work.
Find out more »Longevity: The Art of Living
This daylong workshop from the perspective of Spring Forest Qigong focuses on making contributions to lifetime health and the quality of aging. Spring Forest Qigong is an energy practice focused on health, healing and longevity.
Find out more »Earth Day Celebration at Two Loons
Two Loons Gallery and Boutique celebrates Earth Day with a day of demonstrations, massages, product sampling and more that features local artists and artisans in the Lincoln Park Craft District. Full Schedule: 10:00 a.m. Aromatherapy for Healthy Living 10:45 a.m. Therapeutic Chair Message 11.15 a.m. Yardscapes: Winter Sowing 12.00 p.m. Pottery 12.45 p.m. Sustainable Farming 1.30 p.m. Hand Painted Silk Scarves 2.15 p.m. Natural Gemstone Jewelry 3.00 p.m. Clothing as a Renewable Resource 3.45 p.m. Recycling Natural Products with Function
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 12:00pm on Sunday, repeating indefinitely
Pottery 101 Class
An event every week that begins at 12:00pm on Sunday, repeating indefinitely
Participants in this two-hour class will be taught how to make a cup, bowl or spoon rest on the potter's wheel from start to finish. This includes the processes to center, pull, shape and trim pottery. Hand-building is also offered, if the student prefers. Participants can select a glaze for the instructor to fire in the kiln. The pottery created will be microwaveable, dishwasher and oven safe. The piece will be ready to pick up in about three weeks after…
Find out more »Glass Etching Class
Participants will learn how to use a Circuit vinyl-cutter to add a logo, text or other simple image to a glass piece. Participants can either use their own glass pieces such as cups, bottles, mirrors or picture frame glasses, or use sample glass from MakerSpace.
Find out more »Intro to Plasma Cutting Class
Participants will learn how to use a hand held plasma cutter to cut out and finish a small design out of metal. No experience is necessary for this class. Participants should come with a design in mind, safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves.
Find out more »Duluth Dances the Nelken Line
Responding to a worldwide call by the Pina Bausch Foundation, dancers from Duluth made a short film based on Bausch's "Four Seasons" choreography from her piece "Nelken Line." The three-minute film screening will be followed by Wim Wenders' breathtaking documentary Pina. A discussion and small reception will follow.
Find out more »Harmony: Environmental Justice, Community and the Power of Art
The College of St. Scholastica’s "Harmony" forum was originally scheduled for April 15 but was postponed because of adverse weather. The venue has changed to Peace Church. The event will focus on cross-cultural collaborations within and among community organizations while exploring the relationships between art, community and environmental justice. It will feature speakers, performances and reflection from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. followed by a communal meal and informal discussion from 5 to 6 p.m. Duluth Grill and Zeitgeist Arts…
Find out more »NorShor Classic Film Series: Casablanca
The NorShor Theatre kicks off its new classic film series with the Citizen Kane of movies that aren't Citizen Kane, Casablanca. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Acrylic Painting Basics Class
Learn basic color theory and composition while making a picture that can be taken home at class' end.
Find out more »Explorers Dave and Amy Freeman at UMD
Authors and National Geographic Adventurers of the Year Amy and Dave Freeman stop by UMD during their 1,750-mile book tour by bicycle from Ely, Minnesota to Washington, D.C. Amy and Dave will read from their new book, A Year in the Wilderness: Bearing Witness in the Boundary Waters and discuss continuing their efforts to protect the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness from the threat of proposed copper mining.
Find out more »Zenith Digital Marketing Conference 2018
The seventh annual Zenith Digital Marketing Conference -- organized by Aimclear and the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce -- provides strategies, tactics and tools to boost online engagement. The cost is $199 for early-bird non-chamber member tickets, $149 for early-bird chamber member and nonprofit tickets and $99 for students. Early-bird ticket sales end March 30.
Find out more »Women’s Opportunity Weekend
The 2018 Women’s Opportunity Weekend gives the region’s women business leaders a chance to step away and focus on leadership and human connection. In this year’s program, Chris Heeter, founder of The Wild Institute, gives the region’s female business leaders "a reminder that working together doesn’t always have to be so complicated." Topics: - Highlight your own strengths and skills - Enhance leadership skills through self-knowledge, compassionate presence and courageous conversations - Build high-performing teams that dare to engage, speak…
Find out more »Beats: Deeper than Rap Workshop
The purpose of this Hip-Hop event is to bring local artists together to work, learn, and share tips in audio production. The workshop will focus on the creative process and on writing and delivering lyrics. This workshop is the warm-up for the Beats: Deeper than rap concert that runs from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. at AICHO's Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center.
Find out more »Beats: Deeper than Rap Workshop and Concert
A two-part event, with a workshop at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College from 1 to 4 p.m. and a concert at 7 at the Powless Cultural Center.
Find out more »Lasered Plywood Box Class
In this two-hour class, students build a small hinge box that is cut with a 100-watt laser out of birch plywood. Participants can choose to personalize the top with an etching or cut out.
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