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Intro to the X-Carve CNC Class
Duluth MakerSpace hosts a class on using an X-Carve CNC router. Participants will be guided through designing a small project and learn how to set up the X-Carve to cut their projects out of wood.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:30am on Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2019
MNsure Application Assistance
An event every week that begins at 10:30am on Saturday, repeating until Dec 21, 2019
A MNsure-certified navigator will be available on the second floor of the library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment necessary. For enrollment, bring information about household income and Social Security numbers for every person applying.
Find out more »Grand Marais Dark Sky Festival Day Two
Grand Marais celebrates the night sky with the Dark Sky Festival on Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14. Saturday's festivities begin at 3:15 p.m. with a dark skies open panel and question and answer session. The session lasts until 4:15 p.m. Presentations start at 6 p.m., beginning with Mark Hollabaugh's presentation "Dancers in the Sky: Native Americans and the Night Sky." At 7 p.m., WCCO meteorologist Mike Lynch presents on how various indigenous cultures in North America understood the…
Find out more »Two-Hour Yin Yoga Class
Yin yoga targets deep connective tissues -- ligaments, joints, bones and deep fascia networks -- in addition to muscles. Low lighting, rich essential oils and a lot of hands-on. Free for Birch Members.
Find out more »Glass Etching Class
Learn how to use the Cricut vinyl-cutter to precisely cut a custom resist to use as an etchant guide to add a logo, text or other simple image to the glass piece. Bring in your own glass piece (a glass, Pyrex baking dish, bottle, mirror, picture frame glass, etc) to personalize for a great gift or use their sample glass.
Find out more »Intro to Arduino Class
Arduino! Automate, interact, log and build all sorts of possibilities with an Arduino Micro-controller. The class is an introduction to the very basic programming of an Arduino and how to control the basic components. The class is geared towards beginners. No programming or electronics expertise recommended.
Find out more »Broc Talks Porters
Head Bartender Broc Allen takes guests through a comprehensive beer tasting. Sample 6-8 different porters and learn a little bit more about each. $10 entry fee includes 6-8 porter samples from different breweries, plus $2 off a pint. RSVP by responding as "going" to the Facebook event, or email your seat reservations to [email protected] to guarantee a spot. Walk-ins are also welcome.
Find out more »Cold Process Soap Making Class
Class participants can learn the basics of cold process soap craft from start to finish using lye, different oils and fats. Duluth MakerSpace instructors cover safety, tips, resources and the fundamentals of the age-old craft. This handmade soap makes a great gift, especially for those with chemical sensitivities.
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One event on Jan 10, 2020 at 5:00pm
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Curling and Brews Experience
One event on Nov 29, 2019 at 5:00pm
One event on Dec 20, 2019 at 5:00pm
One event on Jan 10, 2020 at 5:00pm
One event on Jan 24, 2020 at 5:00pm
One event on Feb 7, 2020 at 5:00pm
One event on Mar 6, 2020 at 5:00pm
The Curling and Brews Experience starts out with a two-hour learn-to-curl session at The Duluth Curling Club, where veteran curling instructors will help attendees hone their technique, learn the rules and place their stones right inside the house. Afterward: Ursa Minor Brewing for a behind-the-scenes brewery tour, craft beer sampling and VIP pizza dinner.
Find out more »Intro to Plasma Cutting Class
Class participants can learn how to use the hand held plasma cutter to cut out a small (up to 12"x12") design out of metal as well as different finishing techniques depending on their design. No experience necessary. Duluth MakerSpace instructors request that students come with a design in mind and to bring safety glasses, hearing protection and gloves. The last day to sign-up is the Friday before the class by 1 p.m.
Find out more »Lapidary 101: Stone Cutting and Polishing Class
In Lapidary 101, participants can learn the principles for stone cutting and polishing in order to create something such as a cabochon. Get hands-on experience with the 10" saw, the trimming saw and grinding wheels. The class covers basic tool use and how to operate them safely.
Find out more »Marshall Holiday Ski Camp
Supervised by the Marshall Nordic Ski Team coaching staff. Instruction is provided by the members of Marshall Nordic Ski Team and Alumni. For ages 5-12. On the first day, students are placed in small groups based on age and ability. The students are assigned instructors who will work with them the entire camp. The instruction is thorough and nurturing – taking skiing students to the "next level," no matter where they started out. Rental equipment, sledding, bonfires with marshmallows, crafts,…
Find out more »Great Lakes Aquarium Animal Care Camp
Learn what it takes to keep resident animals healthy and active. Go behind the scenes to prepare meals, clean exhibits, test water quality and more. Campers must provide their own lunch and snacks. Contact Marie Fargo at 218-740–2010 or [email protected] with questions. Registration is online. The cost is $93, or $79 for Great Lakes Aquarium members.
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Write On!
An event every month that begins at 4:00pm on day First of the month, repeating until Mar 5, 2020
Write On is a series of four workshops designed for young writers ages 10-18 held the Gold Room of the Duluth Public Library's downtown branch . Each workshop is a stand-alone event. Young writers may attend as many or as few as they would like. Attendees need not bring any completed writing, but those who do will have the option of sharing their work and receiving feedback. Pizza will be provided until it's gone. The workshops are free, but registration…
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One event on Sep 12, 2019 at 6:00pm
First Thursday Yoga and Creative-Writing Workshop
An event every month that begins at 6:00pm on day First of the month, repeating indefinitely
One event on Sep 12, 2019 at 6:00pm
This donation-based yoga practice and guided free-form writing workshop is generally held on the first Thursday of every month. It is intended to be an opportunity to slow down in order to reflect and reconnect through the use of yoga and prompted journal writing. Each month will have a different theme, with the goal of building self-awareness and appreciation. Materials will be provided, but attendees are asked to bring a journal (if they have one) and anything else desired for…
Find out more »Duluth Explorers Club: Sam Cook
At the January meeting of the Duluth Explorer's Club, former News Tribune outdoors writer Sam Cook shares images and reflections from his 38 years on the job showcasing the North Country for his readers. Sam takes the audience on his travels from the Minnesota-Ontario canoe country to Alaska's Brooks Range, the Hudson Bay, Canada's Northwest Territories, Baffin Island and the North Pole. Along the way, he'll share a few of the stories behind the stories.
Find out more »Learn to Code with Ozobots
Ozobots are tiny robots that can be coded using colored markers. Kids in grades 1-5 can learn the basics of how they work and how to use them during this introductory course in the Green Room of the the Duluth Public Library's downtown branch. Children ages eight and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more »Twin Ports MLK March 2020
Gather at Washington Center (corner of 4th St. and Lake Ave.). The theme is centered on King’s “Give us the Ballot and We Will Transform the South” speech. Free snacks and hot beverages will be served. At 10:30 a.m., the group will go over chants and songs for the march. Then, at 10:45, there will be speakers from the NAACP. March at 11. The route is from Washington Center through downtown to the DECC where the MLK rally will commence…
Find out more »Twin Ports MLK Rally 2020
The theme is centered on King’s “Give us the Ballot and We Will Transform the South” speech. The keynote speaker is Autumn Brown and the emcee is Doreen Nyamwaya. Performers include the ARE Poets, the Major Attraktion Dance Group and more. The Drum Major for Peace Awards will be announced and presented. There will be children’s activities, a selfie photo booth, vendors and free MLK buttons while supplies last outside the DECC hall before and shortly after the rally. For…
Find out more »Sustainable Farming Association Conference and Annual Meeting
The Lake Superior Sustainable Farming Association hosts a conference and their annual meeting. The conference starts with coffee, a business meeting and Board of Directors election for the local chapter of the SFA. The conference includes four workshops about sustainable farming and local foods and a keynote speaker during the from-scratch lunch of soup and bread. The cost is $15 for SFA members and $20 for nonmembers.
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