March 2010
Mar 1st- Mar 30th: A Flow of Ideas:Selections from the Permanent Collection
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The Tweed Museum of Art annually exhibits a broad selection of artworks from its collection of 6500 objects. This year features 70 artworks that demonstrate how related works of art, when viewed together, may best reveal common themes. Free admission. Held at the Alice Tweed Tuohy Gallery at the Tweed Museum of Art.
Call (218) 726-8222
http://www.d.umn.edu/tma
Mar 1st- Mar 31st: : Art for Hire: Prints from Minnesota WPA
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Art for Hire: Prints from the Minnesota WPA presents lithographs by Minnesota artists employed by the Works Progress Administration, 1933-43. Artists from all over the state participated, and received weekly paychecks to produce paintings, prints, murals, sculpture, and to teach classes and workshops.Free admission. Held at the Lecture Gallery at Tweed Museum of Art.
Call (218) 726-8222
http://www.d.umn.edu/tma
Mar 2nd: Moose Lake Area Historical Society Antique Appraisals
Time: 1:00 pm
Local auctioneer appraises items brought in by community members. We have had a wide variety of very interesting items. A donation of $2.00 and no more than two items is requested. There is no charge for members of the MLAHS. Please come and join us with your items of interest. Held at the Moose Lake Community Center.
Call (218) 485-4159
Mar 3rd: Junior High Honor Band
Time: 4:30 pm
Mark Whitlock, coordinator and Daniel W. Eaton, director. Free admission. Held at Weber Music Hall/UMD.
Call (218) 726-8564
http://www.d.umn.edu/music
Mar 3rd- Mar 7th: Duluth Playhouse presents "The Secret Garden"
Time: Wed-Sat 7:30 pm/Sun 2 pm
Based on the beloved novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden will enchant audiences with its cherished story told anew in a dazzling musical all about the power of love and the miracle of rebirth. The year is 1911 and young, orphaned Mary Lennox is being sent to live with her brooding uncle in his gloomy English manor house. Mary discovers a secret, mysterious, walled-up garden on the grounds and releases the hidden magic locked inside. This Tony Award winning musical is a treasure for both children and adults where all can get swept up in the Yorkshire mists where lost loves are found, abandoned lives are saved, and glorious spring comes again! $23 adults/$21 seniors (65+)/$15 youth & students/$19 Groups (15+). Held at The Duluth Playhouse.
Call (218) 733-7555
http://www.duluthplayhouse.org
Mar 4th: Garden Talk
Time: 6 pm-8 pm
A series of illustrated presentations by regional experts on garden-related topics of interest to those who garden in the Northland. Held at Fairlawn Mansion.
Call (715) 394-5712
http://www.superiorpublicmuseums.org
Mar 5th: Ovation Guest Artist Series: Featured Jazz Performer Matt Wilson with Arts & Crafts
Time: 7:30 pm
Voted #1 Rising Star Drummer in 2003, 2004 & 2005 in the Downbeat Critic’s Poll. Flexible, subtle drummer Matt Wilson gained a strong reputation with his 1996 debut recording as a leader, that prominently features tenor saxophonist Dewey Redman. Adult $19/ senior$17/ student $5. Held at Weber Music Hall.
Call (218) 726-8564
http://www.d.umn.edu/music
Mar 6th: Carmina Burana. Live.
Time: 8pm
This explosive concert “kicks Orff” with an entertaining work by the American composer Michael Torke, followed by the Trombone Concerto of the noted movie composer Nino Rota; our own principal trombonist Larry Zimmerman is featured. Finally we bring you Carl Orff's often risqué, often humorous, and thoroughly electrifying Carmina Burana.
Call (218) 623-3776
http://www.dsso.com
Mar 6th: Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra-Carmina Burana. Live
Time: 8 pm
This explosive concert kicks off with an entertaining work by the American composer Michael Torke, followed by the Trombone Concerto of the noted movie composer Nino Rota; our own principal trombonist Larry Zimmerman is featured. Finally we bring you Carl Orff's often risqué, often humorous, and thoroughly electrifying Carmina Burana.
•Torke Bright Blue Music
•Rota Trombone Concerto (Larry Zimmerman, trombone)
•Orff Carmina Burana (Regina Zona, soprano, Marcus McConico, tenor, Craig Fields, baritone, and the DSSO Chorus)
Held at the DECC Auditorium.
Call (218) 623-3776
http://www.dsso.com/
Mar 6th: Duluth Women's Expo
Time: 9 am-4 pm
A fun, informational and educational event for women. 100 exhibitors, fashion show, seminars, workshops, samples, pampering and more! Free with ticket from sponsors and exhibitors. Held at the DECC.
Call (218) 727-1177
Mar 6th: Head of the Lakes Jazz Festival
Time: 7:30 pm
Ingrid Jensen, trumpet
Jazz Ensemble I • Ryan Frane, director
Jazz Ensemble II • Tom Pfotenhauer
Adult $12 • Senior $10 • Student $7 • UMD Student $5. Held at Marshall Performing Arts Center.
Call (218) 726-8877
http://www.d.umn.edu/music
Mar 6th: “Candlelight Ski, Skate & Snowshoe”
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This event is for both families with children and couples looking for a night out. Luminaries will line the ski trails and a large clearing will be surfaced for ice skating on Hartley Pond. Naturalists will lead snowshoe hikes by moonlight which ends with fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies at an encampment adjacent to Hartley Pond. There will be a plethora of tasty snacks in the facility and wine is served after 7 p.m. Held at the Hartley Nature Center.
Call (218) 724-6735
http://www.hartleynature.org
Mar 6th- Mar 7th: USASA Half-Pipe Competition
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Held at Spirit Mountain.
Call (800) 642-6377
http://www.spiritmt.com
Mar 7th: 47th Annual Lollipop Concert
Time: 3pm
Travel with 200 talented young musicians and dancers. Don’t miss this inspiring concert featuring over 200 talented young musicians and dancers. The DSSO’s youth orchestras, harp students, and dancers from local dance studios! Held at the DECC Auditorium.
Call (218) 623-3776
http://www.dsso.com
Mar 7th: Concert Chorale
Time: 3 pm
Tina Thielen-Gaffey, director
University Singers and Chamber Singers • Stanley R. Wold, director
With special guest conductor Dr. Marion Doherty Hayden from Ireland. Both choirs premiere a new work by Irish composer, Rhona Clarke.
Adult $8 • Senior $7 • Student $5 • UMD Student $3. Held at the Weber Music Hall/UMD.
Call (218) 726-8877
http://www.d.umn.edu/music
Mar 7th: Free Family Skating Party
Time: 3 pm - 5 pm
Enjoy music, cookies and prizes. Held at the DECC Arena.
Call (218) 730-4300
Mar 7th: Learn To Ski And Board Free Day
Time: 10 am & 3 pm
Held at Spirit Mountain.
Call (800) 642-6377
http://www.spiritmt.com
Mar 11th- Mar 13th: "Agnes of God"
Time: 7:30 pm
Has a miracle occurred inside the sanctified walls of the priory? Agnes of God tells the story of a novice nun who gives birth and insists that the dead child was the result of a virgin conception. A psychiatrist and the mother superior of the convent clash during the resulting investigation. The Mother Superior must expound the possibilities of miracles while recognizing the realities of today's world, of which she is painfully aware. Agnes is a beautiful but tormented soul whose abusive upbringing has affected her ability to think rationally. The truth to this gripping story goes beyond what happened on the fateful night of conception. $10. Held at The Play Ground Theatre in the Tech Village Building.
Call (218) 733-7555
http://www.duluthplayground.org
Mar 11th- Mar 13th: Fitger's Bock Fest
Time: Thur & Fri 6 pm/Sat 12 pm
Celebration of Spring! Campfire-Lake Superior Split Rock Bock Beer, Volksmarch on the Lakewalk, Polar Plunge, Stein races, Black Torte eating contest, and Team Beer drinking contest. Held at Fitger's
Call (218) 722-8826
http://www.fitgers.com
Mar 11th- Mar 13th: UMD Theatre Department presents "The Factory Girls"
Time: 7:30 pm
From the renowned Irish playwright Frank McGuinness comes this funny
and compassionate play that tells the story of five women working in a shirt factory in northern Ireland. Faced with the threat of redundancy, they come together through song, laughter and protest to stand up for their rights, revealing their innermost hopes and fears in the process. A beautiful, engaging play that tugs at the heartstrings. Held at Dudley Experimental Theatre, Marshall Performing Arts Center/UMD. $17 – adult/ $13 – senior/student/ $8 – child/ $6 – UMD student.
Call (218) 726-8561
http://www.d.umn.edu/theatre
Mar 12th- Mar 14th: Winter Fun Ski/Snowshoe Getaway Package
Time: All day
Includes Superior Gateway Lodge rental, Jacuzzi Suite, restaurant coupons, guide, 4-6 hr. ski/snowshoe rental, transportation, etc. with The Canoeist.
Package per person, per day for as low as $61 with 8 guests.
Package per person, per day for as low as $82 with 6 guests.
Package per person, per day for as low as $123 with 4 guests.
Call Superior Gateway Lodge for reservations for your group/family or couple. Ask about B&B rates if desired and other package dates.
Call (218) 834-6974
http://www.superiorgatewaylodge.com
Mar 13th: Spring Break Luau
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Held at Spirit Mountain.
Call (800) 642-6377
http://www.spiritmt.com
Mar 13th: Winter Concert - Born in America
Time: 7:30 pm
The Arrowhead Chorale presents a World Premier performance of music by guest composer, Doug McConnell. High School Chamber Choirs will join the Chorale after a residency with the composer. Including several works by Mr. McConnell and others, our theme is music by American composers or music set to American poetry. Held at Weber Music Hall.
Call (218) 733-7521
http://www.arrowheadchorale.com
Mar 17th: Lake Superior Business Expo (formerly Business to Business Expo)
Time: 9 am-4 pm
A Business to Business and Business to Consumer event. Workshops, speed networking, seminars and keynotes. Highlighting area businesses and their products. Free with ticket from sponsors and exhibitors. Held at the DECC.
Call (218) 727-1177
Mar 18th- Mar 20th: "Agnes of God"
Time: 7:30 pm
Has a miracle occurred inside the sanctified walls of the priory? Agnes of God tells the story of a novice nun who gives birth and insists that the dead child was the result of a virgin conception. A psychiatrist and the mother superior of the convent clash during the resulting investigation. The Mother Superior must expound the possibilities of miracles while recognizing the realities of today's world, of which she is painfully aware. Agnes is a beautiful but tormented soul whose abusive upbringing has affected her ability to think rationally. The truth to this gripping story goes beyond what happened on the fateful night of conception. $10. Held at The Play Ground Theatre in the Tech Village Building.
Call (218) 733-7555
http://www.duluthplayground.org
Mar 20th: Duluth Cabin Fever Bluegrass Festival
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Spring Bluegrass Festival held at the Radisson Hotel.
Call (218) 390-7342
Mar 20th- Mar 21st: Midwest Masters Ski Race-Spring Fling Race
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Held at Spirit Mountain.
Call (800) 642-6377
http://www.spiritmt.com
Mar 20th- Mar 21st: Spring Performance
Time: Sat. 7 p.m./Sun. 3 p.m.
The Minnesota Ballet presents a double bill for the whole family. Act II of the grandly romantic “Giselle” shows the power of love to forgive betrayal. “Carnival of the Animals,” Robert Gardner’s premiering production, presents a fun-filled romp through the animal kingdom from kangaroo to lion, all to the delightful Saint-Saëns music. Held at DECC Auditorium
Call (218) 529-3742
http://www.minnesotaballet.org
Mar 21st: Easter Bunny Arrival
Time: 10 am
Held at the Miller Hill Mall/Old Navy Court.
Call (218) 733-9101
Mar 23rd- Mar 28th: UMD Theatre Department presents "The Factory Girls"
Time: Tues-Sat 7:30 pm/ Sun 2 pm
From the renowned Irish playwright Frank McGuinness comes this funny and compassionate play that tells the story of five women working in a shirt factory in northern Ireland. Faced with the threat of redundancy, they come together through song, laughter and protest to stand up for their rights, revealing their innermost hopes and fears in the process. A beautiful, engaging play that tugs at the heartstrings. Held at Dudley Experimental Theatre, Marshall Performing Arts Center/UMD. $17 – adult/ $13 – senior/student/ $8 – child/ $6 – UMD student.
Call (218) 726-8561
http://www.d.umn.edu/theatre
Mar 24th: Guitar Ensembles
Time: 7:30 pm
Guitar Ensemble I • Billy Barnard, director
Guitar Ensemble II • Jacob Jonker, director
Adult $8 • Senior $7 • Student $5 • UMD Student $3. Held at Weber Music Hall/UMD.
Call (218) 726-8877
http://www.d.umn.edu/music
Mar 26th: Faculty Artist Recital: Diva and Friends
Time: 7:30 pm
Rachel Inselman, soprano
Laurie Bastian, violin/ Jeanne Doty, piano/ Frank Garcia, clarinet/
Betsy Husby, cello/Ron Kari, viola/Marcus McConico, tenor/Jean R. Perrault, violin/Tom Pfotenhauer, trumpet/Lorie Scott, flute.
Join Rachel and her talented friends for an evening of Handel, Mozart, Bernstein and more. Adult $10 • Senior $8 • Student FREE. Held at the Weber Music Hall/UMD.
Call (218) 726-8877
http://www.d.umn.edu/music
Mar 26th: Taste At Fitger's
Time: 6 pm - 9 pm
A sampling of the finest food and beverages from local restaurants. Fitger's donates the money raised to 2nd Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank. $40 Admission. Held at Fitger's.
Call (218) 722-0410
http://www.fitgers.com
Mar 26th- Mar 27th: Home & Business Expo
Time: Fri 1 pm-8 pm, Sat 9 am-3 pm
Featuring over 100 businesses showcasing their newest products and services! Free admission and parking. Held at the Cloquet Area Recreation Center in Cloquet, MN.
Call (218) 879-1551
http://www.cloquet.com
Mar 26th- Mar 28th: Douglas County Fish & Game League Sports Show
Time: Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm
Seminars, vendors, hourly door prizes.
Something fun for sportsmen, sportswomen & children. $7 and ticket is good for all three days. Held at Wessman Arena, Superior, WI.
Call
http://www.dcfgl.org
Mar 27th: America's Walk for Diabetes
Time: 8 am
Held at the Miller Hill Mall/Food Court.
Call (218) 733-9101
Mar 27th: Treasures of the Earth
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
Things made from Natural materials, reused or found items. Creative pieces. Fun stuff. Treasures of the Earth Green Art Fair Unitarian Church, 835 W. College St.
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