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This workshop series aims to connect community members with local environmental experts to learn about local environmental challenges and solutions shaping our region. Workshops are on the 3rd Thursday of each month and will run through July 2026. Register here.
The Scientists and Staff of UMD’s Large Lakes Observatory (LLO) invite the community to board and tour the Blue Heron Research Vessel. Science on Deck events are free and open to the public from 11 am–3 pm. Enjoy guided tours of the research vessel from the crew, interact with graduate students working on freshwater research, and explore engaging displays. The science presentation at 1:30 pm on June 26 will be from our Large Lakes Observatory’s Director, Dr. Catherine O’Reilly, titled: “Underwater Soundscapes.” The R/V Blue Heron will tie-up at the Pier B Resort for this event, 800 W. Railroad Street, Duluth, MN. ABOUT LLO: Located on the Duluth- campus the the University of Minnesota Duluth, LLO is the only institute in the country dedicated to the study of large lakes throughout the world. They focus on the global implications of investigations in the areas of aquatic chemistry, circular dynamics, geochemistry,…
Welcome aboard the R/V Blue Heron! The LLO Science on Deck event is free and will take place from 11 am to 3 pm. Enjoy guided tours of the research vessel from the crew, interact with graduate students working on freshwater research, and explore engaging displays. The public can hear a presentation at 1:30 pm from the Large Lakes Observatory’s Dr. Ted Ozersky titled “What Lakes Do In Winter.” Location: (DECC) Twin Ports Harbor near the Great Lakes Aquarium at 353 Harbor Drive, Duluth, MN. ABOUT LLO: Located on the Duluth campus of the University of Minnesota Duluth, LLO is the only institute in the country dedicated to the study of large lakes throughout the world. They focus on the global implications of investigations in the areas of aquatic chemistry, circular dynamics, geochemistry, acoustic remote sensing, plankton dynamics, sedimentology and paleoclimatology. The Large Lakes Observatory serves as a basis for…
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.
This year, JAM Duluth’s Jazz Crawl will be taking place on April 25th, 2026, from 5:00 pm – 10:30 pm! Explore the rich tapestry of jazz music in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Brewery District. Hop from venue to venue while 15 bands play throughout the night at Ursa Minor, Duluth Cider, The Caddy Shack, Dovetail Cafe, and Bent Paddle! Music starts here at TCS at 6:30 pm with Foosball Ruckus, followed by Left Out, and last but not least, Tarias and the Sound! Doors: 6 pm · Music: 6:30 pm FREE · 21+
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 –…