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Gathering & March Time: 10:00 – 11:45 AM (CST) Location: Gather at Family Freedom Center (Washington Center Gymnasium) – Entrance between 3rd and 4th Street on 1st Ave West; Will begin on Lake Street between 3rd and 4th Avenue. MLK Rally Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM (CST) Location: DECC-Symphony Hall Complimentary Parking If you’re interested in joining the NAACP or the planning team for the MLK celebrations, click here.
In the historic Sacred Heart Music Center, Duluth Sister Cities presents a show that blends the timeless folk music of Charlie Parr with the contemporary visual effects of Altruit, an image and light projection team. Charlie Parr is a Minnesota-born guitarist, songwriter, and interpreter of traditional music. He has released 19 albums over two decades and has been known to perform up to 275 shows a year. Altruit is a Minnesota-based audio/visual project led by projection artists and musicians Karly Ohnstad & Steven Schmidt. Altruit has worked within the local music/arts community to bring unique visual elements and sonic support for concerts and events. Duluth’s Jon Edwards, who plays 12-string and resonator guitars, will be opening the night. All proceeds from this one-time-only event will go to supporting Duluth Sister Cities International.
Experience the DECC in a whole new light with this new DECC Presents series, Sunrise Coffee at the DECC. Join us in the beautifully furnished Symphony Hall Lobby to enjoy a sunrise over the Lake Superior harbor. With Duluth Coffee Company coffee in hand, watch the sunrise Thursday mornings with the aerial lift bridge as your backdrop. Sunrise Coffee at the DECC is free and open to the public. Photographers welcome! Coffee is complimentary. The DECC is also sponsoring Sunrise Coffee attendees’ parking. Planning to attend? Let the parking attendant know you’re here for the event, your parking fee will be waived. Enter Door D to Symphony Hall.
Start the year with a winning hand in our Winter Cribbage league. Grab your favorite cocktail and best partner… and let’s play! 8-week league starting January 7, 2026 Weekly on Wednesdays starting at 6:30pm 1 match per night (3 games per matchup) 2 players per team (playing doubles), $70 per team 21+ to play Questions? If you have questions about the league or need help registering, reach out to our League Team at 218-520-0539 or leagues@skylinesocialandgames.com.
Kick off the new year with a splash of color! Throughout the month of January, we will welcome local artist Linnea Rose as our Artist-in-Residence. Families are invited to take part in a special series of watercolor and drawing workshops offered every Tuesday from 10:00–11:00 a.m. These sessions are designed for all ages and skill levels — whether your child loves to doodle, explore new art materials, or simply experiment with color. Each week, Linnea will guide young artists through creative prompts, playful techniques, and hands-on artmaking that encourages curiosity and imagination. Caregivers are welcome to join in while kids explore the joy of making art in a supportive, engaging environment. Workshops take place every Tuesday in January from 10am-11am: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 This Artist-in-Residence series is free with museum admission and open to all museum visitors…
High Key Mondays & Industry Night Are BACK! Live local music | Drink specials | 6–9pm High Key Monday is FRI-YAY for many of our industry partners — and we’re roll with it. Calling all restaurant, bar, liquor store, and brewery professionals in the Twin Ports — get on down to the Paddle for Industry Night! Show a worker ID or pay stub for $1 off all Bent Paddle beverages. Thank you for keeping our paddles in the water! Everyone is welcome! Come for the tunes, stay for the conversations, delicious beverages, and good times. This month to kick off and celebrate the return, we invite you to connect with local organizations making waves in the Twin Ports — like WE Health, Trans+ Northland, Twin Ports Artists Collective, and Men As Peacemakers. Org’s may vary based on who available each week, but the good vibes are guaranteed!