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Anishinaabe Canoe Migration: Culture and Connection on the St. Louis River

What’s happening on the St. Louis River right now? Join us for our new River Revival event series, a monthly gathering to learn about the river, ongoing restoration at Wisconsin Point and Allouez Bay, and ways to connect with this special place. Hosted the third Thursday of the month April–September, each event features engaging presentations from local partners and knowledge holders. Attendees will also have the chance to enjoy hands-on creative activities, informal conversation, and opportunities to share their questions and perspectives. Join us for our first River Revival on Thursday, April 16, from 5–6:30 PM at the Superior Public Library. Anishinaabe artist, educator, and community organizer Giizh Agaton Howes of Heart Berry will share about the ~11-mile inaugural Anishinaabe Canoe Migration she organized on the St. Louis River in 2025. Come hear from the paddlers who followed ancestral waterways from Chambers Grove to Woodstock Bay — all in an…

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Book Launch: The Ice on the Lake by Alex Messenger

Join bestselling author Alex Messenger for the release of his novel, The Ice on the Lake. The event will take place in the August Fitger Room (600 E. Superior St) on March 10 at 6 PM CT. Alex Messenger will be in conversation with Peter Geye. This event is free to attend and books will be available for sale. Light refreshments will be served.

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A River Resurgence: The Return of Manoomin

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and St. Louis River Area of Concern coordinators for an evening celebrating the recovery of manoomin (wild rice) in the St. Louis River Estuary. This free community event will take place Tuesday, April 7, from 5:30–7:30 PM at Clyde Iron Works, 2920 W. Michigan St., Duluth. Discover why manoomin is vital to the health of the river, what its return tells us about decades of restoration work, and what this progress means for the future of our community. Local organizations will be tabling and eager to share their projects, stories, and opportunities to get involved. The evening will feature special guest speaker Deanna Erickson, Director of the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve, who will share insights on the importance of this sacred plant and all the St. Louis River relatives wild rice supports — including those of us living along, paddling, and ricing…

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The Trinkets + Mid Dream | Live on the Cosmic Stage!

The Trinkets are an indie pop rock band from Duluth founded by Elsie Zimmerman (vocals/guitar) and April Dressel (drums). They’re inspired by the music of their parents’ generation like Green Day, Weezer, Nirvana, and Radiohead, but they are also students of modern artists such as Chapelle Roan, Billie Eilish, and Clairo. Although they are a new band, they’ve played a fair share of shows around town, including Spirit of the Times and Gag Me With a Spoon. They’ve been working on a debut EP, and have recently released an original single, Anabelle. Fronted by vocalists Jenna Harting and Lisa Wentworth, Mid Dream cranks out upbeat pop-punky anthems, soul searching ballads, and some things decidedly neither. With Rachel Riefenberg on drums, Matt Prois on bass, Alex Nelson on keys, and Bryan Wentworth toeing the line between lead guitar and synthscape, their tunes are filled with compelling textures and powerful harmonies. In…

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Rich Mattson and the Northstars Album Release Show! | Live on the Cosmic Stage!

Wake Up Songs is the 7th offering from Rich Mattson and the Northstars, an American Cosmic Rock band based in the nether regions (Iron Range) of northeast Minnesota (Sparta, to be precise). The music explores the outer limits of their cosmic sound, with exploding drums, hypersonic guitars, slippery bass syrup, and soaring over the top of it, as always, the sweet harmonies of Rich Mattson and Germaine Gemberling. Their last full-length record, “Out There,” was released in 2022, followed by the 2024 single “Rendezvous With a Star” and 3-album set of solo acoustic versions from Mattson (“Spartan Tracks Vol. 1-3”). The group was invited to open for the mighty Built To Spill on a tour from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh. The new Northstars rhythm section of Chris Petrack (drums) and the young Calvin Lund (bass) were ready for action, and the tour was a rocking success. Over the course of his…

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Book Swap – Blind Date with a Book

At Superior Choice Credit Union, we believe small swaps can make a big difference. Join us at 190 Coffee & Tea for Swap & Save: Blind Date with a Book! Here’s how it works: 📖 Wrap your book ahead of time to keep it a surprise! 📝 At the event, fill out your book’s dating profile so it’s ready to meet its perfect match. 🔄 Trade it for a surprise new read and discover your next favorite story. ☕ Enjoy a cozy, low-cost read that supports smart financial choices and community connection. We hope you will join us for a warm drink and your next great read!

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