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Feb 2023
West Duluth Business Club Lunch Meeting
The West Duluth Business Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month in Mr. D's banquet room. This month's guest speaker is Aaron Johnson, director of operations and business development at the Cultural North. The cost is the price of food ordered off the luncheon menu. The mission of the West Duluth Business Club is to foster and provide a common voice for business and civic groups toward the advancement of the commercial, social, civic and environmental interests of…
Find out more »What’s Going on in Greater Minnesota
Join the Center for Rural Policy and Development (CRPD) as they explore topics that impact Greater Minnesota communities such as the rural workforce, child care and mental health. Topics will be highlighted in 10-minute segments, giving you the information needed. Register before Feb. 6 at sourcewell.org
Find out more »Make a Custom Bath Salt Soak
Pamper your skin using healing salts, moisturizers and essential oils to craft an all-natural bath soak. Learn how to protect your skin from environmental toxins using sweet-smelling and therapeutic handmade, skin-care products. Choose an hour and pick your own scents, colors, additives, and base oils. Then soak your skin to velvety softness. Vegan options available. Each participant will go home with enough bath salts for at least 3 baths. Various 1 hour workshop times available Feb 8-11.
Find out more »The River Talks: We’ve got Fleas! Invaders and Non-local Beings in Water and Land
River Talks is a free, informal speaker series about the St. Louis River Estuary in Duluth-Superior and a cooperative project between Wisconsin Sea Grant and the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve. This online installment features Zach Stewart with Douglas County and Kelsey Taylor with the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Zoom link and more information to come at lakesuperiornerr.org.
Find out more »What’s New With Cohousing in Minnesota?
Cohousing groups in Minnesota will provide updates via zoom on their efforts to create an intentional community. Twin Cities Cohousing Network, an educational nonprofit, is hosting this free event. There will also be news on what TCCN is doing to catalyze cohousing in Minnesota. Cohousing is a community designed for connection. To register, and for more information, go to tccoho.org.
Find out more »Women’s Night – Fat Biking and Nordic Skiing
This collaboration between women representing SkiHut, Continental Bikes & Ski, COGGS and DXC takes place every Thursday for Fat Bike Riding, Skate Skiing or Classic Skiing. These all women's social rides and skiing are about bringing those who identify as women together to support each other in learning and practicing Fat Biking and Nordic skiing in a safe, fun, supportive environment, while also providing opportunities to connect with others. We welcome all body types, fitness levels, abilities, and ages. Each…
Find out more »One event on Feb 11, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 12, 2023 at 3:30 pm
One event on Feb 13, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 14, 2023 at 12:30 pm
Ultimate Glass Goblet Date Activity
One event on Feb 11, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 12, 2023 at 3:30 pm
One event on Feb 13, 2023 at 10:30 am
One event on Feb 14, 2023 at 12:30 pm
In this privately instructed class for couples at Lake Superior Art Glass, participants can create a glass goblet, a stem for a traditional wine glass, champagne flute, or martini glass with a Valentine's twist. Spots are limited, yet numerous with multiple class times available. Pickup of completed glass happens the next day as participant couples will be able to reminisce about this unique opportunity for years to come. Online registration can be found at Lake Superior Art Glass.
Find out more »Heart of the Winter Wine Weekend
The inaugural Heart of the Winter Wine Weekend is an all-inclusive experience featuring professionally prepared food with sophisticated wine pairings, two educational wine seminars, live music and use of the amenities at Minnesuing Acres in Lake Nebagamon. Amenities include, but are not limited to, cross-country ski trails, ice skating, snowmobiling, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, pools, workout facilities and a bowling alley. The event runs Feb. 10–12. Wine & Spirit Education Trust level-3 sommelier Beth Daily will host the wine…
Find out more »2023 Bee Symposium
The 2023 annual Bee Symposium is presented by the Environmental Institute at FDLTCC and Northeast Minnesota Beekeepers Association. From great vendors and information tables to esteemed guest speakers, attendees can learn everything from beginning beekeeping to overwintering techniques, including a fire cider making demonstration. Participants may also become a member with NEMNBA and receive $5 off admission. Dr. Becky Masterman will speak on Habitat, Honey Production and History. Masterman's enthusiasm for honey bees began during an undergraduate entomology class visit…
Find out more »Basic Stained Glass — Heart Sun Catcher
In this beginner stained glass class, participants will learn the basic techniques of cutting glass, construction using copper foil, and solder. By the end of this class, participants will have constructed a beautiful stained-glass heart to get a jump on Valentine's gifts.
Find out more »One event on Feb 11, 2023 at 2:00 pm
One event on Mar 7, 2023 at 6:00 pm
One event on Apr 15, 2023 at 2:00 pm
Lapidary Arts 101 Class
One event on Feb 11, 2023 at 2:00 pm
One event on Mar 7, 2023 at 6:00 pm
One event on Apr 15, 2023 at 2:00 pm
Lapidary is the art of working in stone. Instructor Amanda will teach students about local rocks and minerals, and the saws and tools to safely cut, form and polish them. The class will include demonstrations and hands-on learning. This introductory class also is the first step to becoming Lapidary Studio certified.
Find out more »Canvas Class: Duo Dancing
Come to The Pottery Burn Studio for an instructor-led step-by-step painting event. Leading by example, the instructor will complete each step as you do and be available for one-on-one assistance. This event involves acrylic paint which does stain; aprons will be provided if needed. BYOB or food. Tickets include all the materials needed for this event and can be purchased at eventbrite.com
Find out more »UUCD Forum: Housing and Climate – Bigger than a House with Rachel Wagner
In this Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Duluth forum Rachel Wagner, interim executive director of Green New Deal Housing, will present a vision for a sustainable future where access to secure housing, a healthy environment, economic opportunity and dignified work is not restricted by ancestry or zip code. The need for more housing in the region is great, and that need is compounded by a labor shortage in the building trades. The pressing need to create solutions for housing and workforce…
Find out more »Junior Canvas Class: Kitty Love
Come to The Pottery Burn Studio for an instructor-led step-by-step painting event. Leading by example, the instructor will complete each step as you do and be available for one-on-one assistance. This event involves acrylic paint which does stain; aprons will be provided if needed. Best for kids that can follow step-by-step instructions and sit for up to two hours (around ages 7-12). Parents, if you choose to leave during the class, please ensure your child meets the listed requirements —…
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