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Mar 2024
Family, Friend, & Neighbor Caregiver Information Night
The Main Library hosts an informational event just for Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) caregivers. Attendees learn about what it means to be an FFN caregiver and discover which state and local resources are available to support them. Each attendee receives a $25 Super One gift card. This program is provided in part by the State of Minnesota with the support of the Northland Foundation.
Find out more »Stress Less and Embrace More Joy
The Duluth Area Chamber is hosting another webinar in their educational series, Stress Less and Embrace More Joy. presented by Nichole Karnowski. Register at duluthchamber.com — zoom access will be emailed to you upon registration.
Find out more »Modern Collage Painting Workshop
This workshop is tailored for artists interested in modern collage painting techniques. It's a perfect blend of traditional painting and contemporary collage methods, offering a unique, creative experience. The class will cover techniques in modern collage such as layering, texture creation and color blending. Use various materials like paper, fabric and found objects in conjunction with painting to create a personal collage painting to take home — all supplies is provided.
Find out more »Make-and-Take Water Kefir Soda
Learn to make water kefir, an endlessly-customizable fermented beverage. Taste at least two flavors for this class and take home a jar, kefir grains and a recipe with lots of ideas, including one for root beer.
Find out more »Writing and Artificial Intelligence: Use Applications for Professional and Creative Writers
From designing book covers to drafting social media posts, writers are starting to use artificial intelligence (AI) to assist with their creative tasks. ChatGPT secured a record as the fastest growing software application of all time in 2023, and currently has around 180 million active users. But what exactly can these AI tools do, and how can writers use them in an ethical and meaningful way? University of Wisconsin-Superior writing professor Dr. Dan Lawrence covers creative applications and use cases…
Find out more »Mixed Media Painting Essentials
This streamlined workshop focuses on the essentials of mixed media painting. Designed for artists of all levels, the class offers a hands-on experience in creating mixed media art. Participants will learn fundamental techniques to combine various materials and mediums to create unique, expressive paintings. The session includes two hours of instruction by David Austin and all the materials to create a mixed media painting to take home.
Find out more »Mental Health Crisis art Exhibit Discussion
UW-Superior's Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department is hosting a discussion for the multimedia collaborative exhibit, Waiting for Beds, from artists Moira Villiard and Carla Hamilton. The discussion focuses on current experiences with the mental health crisis in Douglas County. Waiting for Beds will run through Mar. 31, 2024.
Find out more »An event every month that begins at 7:00 pm on day Third of the month, repeating until May 16, 2024
Community Song Circle
An event every month that begins at 7:00 pm on day Third of the month, repeating until May 16, 2024
Spirit of the Lake Community School's song circle will be taught in the oral tradition, so songs will be taught by song leader, Hella Wartman, and no music or lyric sheets will be used. The group will be singing a variety of rounds, layer songs, zipper songs and call and response songs. Register for any of the song circles in this series at ziffy.com.
Find out more »Wisconsin and Minnesota Aquaculture Conference
The joint 2024 Wisconsin and Minnesota Aquaculture Conference is an opportunity for current aquaculture practitioners, new farmers, educators and the public to learn about aquaculture including current research and management practices, educational and economic initiatives and other aspects. It runs March 22-23.
Find out more »Winter Adult Weekend at Wolf Ridge
Wolf Ridge hosts a winter weekend getaway, with four workshops available. Workshop Options: 1) Snowshoeing and Tracking: Wolf Ridge Naturalist helps attendees learn about and partake in one of the oldest ways to travel over the snow. 2) Homegrown Microgreens: Learn to grow several varieties of microgreens at home. 3) North Woods Birch Crafts: Visit the North Shore for a warm beverage and a new hobby 4) Cross Country Skiing: Ski the various trails at Wolf Ridge and along the…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Friday, repeating until Apr 26, 2024
Spirit of the Lake Homeschooler Art: Exploring Cultural and Creative Artforms
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Friday, repeating until Apr 26, 2024
Alison Aune and University of Minnesota Duluth art and education students lead art lessons for children during this 12-session course. Sessions are on Fridays from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per class, per child ages 6-13. Children ages 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult; the cost is $5 per adult. Register at zeffy.com. January - Painting 1/12 - Miriam Shapiro Mixed Media Pattern Painting 1/19 - Sonia Delaunay inspired Shapes & Colors Painting 1/26 -…
Find out more »Meeting at the Crossroads: Holding Space at the Intersection of Disability and Membership in a Marginalized Group, A Qualitative Study
Sharon Obst will present a snapshot of her dissertation research on the intersection of students with disability and membership in a historically marginalized group. She will describe her researcher positionality and the needs for her research. This event is a School of Arts and Sciences Colloquium and will take place in the North Reading Room of the St. Scholastica Library.
Find out more »Writing Workshops: Plot and Point of View with Storyteller Loren Niemi
Lake Superior Writers is bringing storyteller and author Loren Niemi to Duluth for two hands-on writing workshops. The morning workshop explores plot techniques, and the afternoon covers point of view. Full details and registration at lakesuperiorwriters.org. Rates for a single session are $35 for non-members and $25 for members. Those wanting to attend both sessions can pay $50 for non-members, or $35 for members. Lake Superior Writers is a literary arts organization in northeastern Minnesota and northern Wisconsin that works…
Find out more »UUCD Forums: Duluth Folk School
Tim Bates, one of the founders of the Duluth Folk School, will speak about what his organization does and how it has progressed over the years. Explore the vital role that handcrafting provides society and ways that you can get involved.
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