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Join us for the 5th Annual Winter out West! Starting January 30th, there will be a weekend of free family friendly events taking place all over Western Duluth! January 30th 2pm-6pm: Stop by the health resource and vaccine clinic for your COVID and Flu vaccinations at 312 N. Central Ave. January 31st 12pm: Abominable will be showing for FREE at The West Theatre at 319 N. Central Ave. 12pm-4pm: Stop by Memorial Park for outdoor activities, including a bonfire and s’mores! 5315 Grand Ave. 3pm-7pm: Go skating at Spirit Mountain! BYO skates to 8551 Grand Ave. February 1st 11am: Join Zenith Bookstore and Children’s Author Chris Monroe for a free book reading and craft at 318 N. Central Ave. 4pm: St. Louis River Alliance Winter Walk at Spirit Lake Delta Cap (Slag point) 1242- 88th Ave. (Morgan Park Community Center)
Join YWCA Duluth for the first of their Raising Voices Speaker Series — an event designed to amplify the voices of modern-day leaders who educate, organize, and inspire action. Their inaugural speaker is Duluth’s own Heather N. Wilde who not only authored Floyd’s Baller alongside Adarryl Hunter but also published this young adult novel. Heather will share the importance of writing this book at such a critical time in our history and an emcee-led conversation and Q&A with Rebeka Ndosi and Adarryl will offer deeper insight into the man behind the story. There will be hot beverages for everyone before and after the discussion and Adarryl and Heather will offer a book signing to close the night. YWCA Duluth merchandise and Floyd’s Baller books will be available for purchase.
Roots & Rhythms is going to be a beautiful evening filled with African and African American cuisine, live music, dance, and storytelling; all celebrating our shared roots and four years of work advancing food justice, health access, and social equity in our community.
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.
Write the Light is a free, family-friendly, sober-friendly, sensory-aware creative gathering held in partnership with the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum in Duluth. Join us on January 3, 2026, from 3:00–7:00 p.m. at 902 East 1st Street, Duluth, MN, as we celebrate the closing of the museum’s current exhibit and the featured artist in their gallery. This evening invites artists, families, dreamers, and community members of all ages into the historic halls of the Karpeles for an experience rooted in art, intention, and connection. The event features a Craft & Vendor Market showcasing local makers and holistic-healing services, along with several interactive stations open to all ages. Guests can write their own “manuscript” with quill and parchment, contribute to a large community art mural, or sculpt a small clay artifact inspired by their hopes for the coming year. Attendees are also welcome to explore the museum’s rotating exhibits and historical manuscripts,…
This Thanksgiving, join us for the Gobble Gallop — presented by Essentia Health. This 5K, 1-Mile, and Kids Run is Duluth’s favorite family tradition. Whether you’re racing or strolling, every step celebrates wellness, community, and the joy of moving together. Join us and be part of a Northland tradition that keeps hearts warm and feet moving! This event supports Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center. A portion of the proceeds of the event as well as all partnership and participant donations go to helping Safe Haven continue their essential work in our community. The race starts between S. 12th Ave. E. and S. 13th Ave. E. on London Road, just outside the Rose Garden.
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