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Minnesota Ballet’s 60th Anniversary performance, Retrospective, is a special mixed repertory celebration honoring six decades of artistic excellence. This milestone program features a dynamic blend of audience favorites from past seasons alongside exciting new works, showcasing the company’s versatility and creative evolution. Audiences can expect a rich variety of dance styles — from classical ballet to contemporary and modern — highlighting the depth and range of Minnesota’s largest professional dance company. Retrospective offers a powerful tribute to the Ballet’s legacy while looking boldly to the future. Performances at 7:00 pm, April 17–18 2026, in the Depot Theatre.
Award-winning author Mac Barnett is excited to share his passion for picture books with children and adults. The tradition of the picture book is a tradition of experimentation, just like childhood itself. Every page turn contains infinite possibilities – a journey of discovery and connections. On his nationwide tour as National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, Mac invites readers of all ages to join him in celebrating what’s vibrant, joyful and inspiring about this quintessential American art form. Join us for this very special evening open to the public on Wednesday, May 20 at 6 pm at Mitchell Auditorium at The College of St. Scholastica. Books will be on sale and Mac will be available to sign copies following the program. Free tickets are available here. Advance registration is strongly encouraged, but not required.
Just in time for spring, it’s Plant BINGO with a fun twist! 🌿🍷 Join us on Sunday, April 26th for 10 rounds of BINGO benefiting the pups of PJ’s Rescue! BINGO starts at 1 PM. Winners age 21+ can choose between a plant or a bottle of wine. Winners under 21 will have their choice of plant. From easy-care favorites to more unique houseplants, there will be some truly awesome plants up for grabs! We’re also adding to the fun with a silent auction and raffle. Bidding begins when doors open at 11 AM. Tickets are $25 cash only and will be available for pre-purchase at the Caddy Shack. If any tickets remain, they will be sold at the door on April 26th starting at 11 AM. Tickets include one bingo board and additional boards are available for $5 each. Your entry ticket also gets you an entry for the…
Each year we invite the whole Twin Ports community to March into Mentoring with us! The goal again this year is to nominate 100 caring adults who could show up for a youth in our community. We reach out to each nominee to celebrate them for being an incredible human in our community and invite them to learn more at our Celebration Event on Tuesday, March 24th. With OVER 70 youth currently waiting for a mentor, it’s time for us all to step up to make a real impact. The impact goes both ways, we know Mentoring 1 Youth, Changes 2 Lives! Nominate yourself or someone you know here. March Into Mentoring Celebration 5:30 PM – Welcome and get snacks and drinks, meet staff 6:00 PM – Panel of Current Mentors and Youth share what their mentoring experience has been like so far. 6:45 PM – Audience Q&A 7:00 PM –…
The Northland 5K for Food Allergy is back for our 4th year for food-allergy-friendly family fun at Endion Station in Duluth, Minnesota! This 3.1 mile out and back, chip-timed, run/walk will begin at 9 AM and end at Endion Station in Canal Park, Duluth, MN. There will be awards and prize packs for the top male and female finishers! The Kids’ Fun Run (for anyone 12 and under) will begin immediately following the 5K, expected start time will be between 10 –10:30 AM. There will also be door prizes! After you finish the race, enter your bib number for a chance to win a door prize of your choosing. That’s right — you pick the prize you want to win! Whether you’re eyeing that gift card, cool gear, or something fun for the family, just drop your number next to the prize you want most. One entry per runner. Winners…
The region’s beloved event! The Annual Member Show is a showcase of DAI member artists. All are welcome to celebrate the artists of the Annual Member Show. All attendees vote for the People’s Choice Award, which is announced and awarded later that evening. Thank you to the National Endowment for the Arts and North Shore Bank for sponsoring this event.
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