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Apr 2024
Red Cross Day
UW-Superior invites the community to celebration Red Cross Day. Multiple events will be taking place throughout the day such as hands on CPR demonstrations, honor flight card writing and the opportunity to learn about becoming a Red Cross volunteer. Also, during the day, UW-Superior students will teach lessons about refugees and international humanitarian law and the Red Cross with an exhibit titled Refugee for 75 Minutes.
Find out more »Dr. Jud Brewer and Anxiety
UW-Superior is hosting Dr. Jud Brewer for his virtual presentation, Unwinding Anxiety: Can Anxiety and Worry be Perpetuated like a Habit? Drawing on his clinical work, neuroscience research studies and development of next-generation digital therapeutics for habit change, Brewer will discuss the underlying behaviors of why anxiety and other habits are formed and how we can paradoxically tap into these very processes to uproot them. He will also discuss how we can apply these insights to improving clinical treatments and…
Find out more »Memoir-Writing Workshop
Participants will have a chance to write their life story in this two-part workshop led by UW-Superior's Deb Faul. The first session will instruct participants on how to get started and the second session will focus on the organization and polishing of writing. The use of personal laptops is encouraged. A limited number of laptops will be provided by the library for use during the workshop. Paper and writing utensils are welcome, as well. Session 1: Tuesday, April 2 |…
Find out more »Cake Frames: A Craft for Teens and Adults
This class teaches participants to craft frosted cake picture frames from a mixture of drywall spackle and color. Due to the level of skills required, this program is only open to teens and adults. Registration is required.
Find out more »Make-and-Take Lip Gloss
Attendees can make a new lip gloss or lip stain in any shade they like. The base is made from clean, organic and natural ingredients. Shades can be made long-lasting, super moisturizing or matte. Or, with added all-natural flavor if desired. Sessions are one hour, held April 3-6 by dropping in any time or registering online at MixCosmetiques.com.
Find out more »Planting for Pollinators
The Duluth Public Library's Mount Royal Branch hosts a presentation by Amy Westbrook of Northern Native Gardens about pollinators and the native plants they need to thrive. Participants will learn how they can support pollinators and native plant species -- whether in a yard, on a balcony, in a public space or through time and energy. This program is suitable for teens and adults. No registration required; meet in the Blue Room.
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 »Twin Ports Festival of History 2024: Before the Bridge Lifted
Zenith City Press publisher Tony Dierckins presents “Before the Lift Bridge Lifted,” which explains why and how Duluth built the most unique aerial bridge ever constructed -- twice! This look at Duluth's iconic bridge explains it all, from the digging of the ship canal to the decision to build an aerial transfer bridge and the controversial battle to convert that bridge into today’s Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation starts at 7. The third…
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 »Nursing Summit
Essentia Health is hosting the nursing summit, The Future of Nursing is Now: Innovation and Excellence in Care. This online summit connects nurses so they can share their expertise and experiences with one another. The summit will focus on new practices in nursing that improve patient care and the profession overall. Register at cmetracker.net — you will receive a zoom link shortly after.
Find out more »Selecting, Using and Maintaining Vintage Handsaws
The purpose of this one-day block of instruction is to introduce students to saw selection, use and maintenance through proven traditional sawyer techniques. This one-day class is intended to empower student to know how to select and use handsaws, exercise proper form when sawing, and how to maintain and clean these saws. Registration is required
Find out more »Norwegian Telemark Rosemaling
Learn to paint Norwegian Telemark and the basic strokes, flowers, linework and color palette for this style of rosemaling. At the end of the class, bring home your nice finished piece. Registration is required and can be done at duluthfolkschool.com.
Find out more »Lake Superior Freethinkers Program
Brad Onishi, author of "Preparing for War: The Extremist History of White Christian Nationalism-and What Comes Next" will address the Freethinkers via Zoom.
Find out more »Altar Box Painting Jam Session
Duluth Folk School hosts an altar box painting workshop. Participants will create their own altar box in two phases: on the new moon they will pick out and paint their alter box. Then, on the full moon, participants will gather again to finish their creations. Registration is required.
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