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Explore the Shore: Twin Ports History Fest

The Cook County Historical Society, Historic Harbor Theater, Knife River Cultural Heritage Center, Lake County Historical Society, Noatun Community Wooden Boatworks, and Two Harbors Public Library are banding together to offer “History Day on the Shore” as part of the 5th annual Twin Ports History Fest. Visit at least three of the participating North Shore venues Friday, March 27th, to receive a complimentary movie ticket to a Friday or Saturday show at the Harbor Theater valid March 27th & 28th only. Knife River Depot & Cultural Heritage Center Open: 10 AM to 2 PM Depot Agent Paul von Goertz will share the lore of Knife River from Indigenous times to logging, railroading and commercial fishing. Tour the depot’s exhibits and the restored fish tug CRUSADER II and the Viking ship LEIF ERIKSON. Noatun Community Wooden Boatworks Open: 10 AM to 5 PM Open house at Noatun (pronounced no-a-toon). Nóatún, in…

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Carlton County Animal Rescue Pop-Up Adoption Event

Come join us for a fun pop-up adoption event at the quaint and cozy bookstore, N.P. Junction Books in Carlton. Enjoy a cup of delicious coffee, courtesy of Wired Loon and browse the vast array of books available at this gem of a bookstore. Snuggle with some amazing adoptable cats while warming up by the fireplace. Enter to win a gift basket, courtesy of Alana at SoulShine Salon, located just next door. Submit an adoption application online prior to the event to speed up the adoption process: https://www.ccarescue.com/apply

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St. Patrick’s Day Bring the Sing with YourClassical MPR and the Beer Choir

Join us for a delightful, free, evening community sing-along with the Beer Choir! YourClassical Minnesota Public Radio’s Bring the Sing returns to Duluth! The Beer Choir’s mission is to bring people together by singing while drinking great beer in community-building sing-along events. If you love beer and singing, Beer Choir is for you! No rehearsal, talent or experience required. All you need to do is show up and be ready to have a great time! Beer Choir Song Leaders and Accompanists are eager to welcome you and get you singing and having a great time together! Not a beer lover? No problem! There are numerous non-alcoholic options at Ursa Minor. YourClassical MPR Bring the Sing events occur across the state of Minnesota to unite community members through song.

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The Forsytes: Exclusive Community Premiere

Join PBS North for a free community screening in Duluth! Step into the world of 1880s London before it hits the airwaves. PBS North invites you to an exclusive, free screening of the series premiere of The Forsytes. Event Highlights: Free screening of the series premiere Light refreshments Masterpiece trivia Drawing for door prizes Register now to secure your spot for this special preview event. The Forsytes premieres Sunday, March 22 at 8 PM on PBS North. From the producers of Poldark and Downton Abbey comes a lavish new reimagining of John Galsworthy’s Nobel Prize-winning novels. This sweeping family saga is a tale of love, loyalty, ambition, and betrayal, and we want you to see the first episode on the big screen with your fellow public media fans.

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The Solicitors | Live on the Cosmic Stage!

The Solicitors are here to sell you a night to remember! Playing all your favorite pop funk hits, new and old, this horn-infused band is ready to ensure you have a great time. No Cover | All Ages | Family-Friendly

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Live & Local 218 Bash

We’re cranking the volume way up on live music and local creativity because it’s 218 Days in Minnesota, our annual, shared celebration of what makes the 218 area code bold, vibrant, and one-of-a-kind. All week long, businesses, artists, and makers across the region are showing up for our local roots and small businesses. This Saturday night, we cap it off right. Come gather with your people and celebrate live, local sound, great food, and community vibes. Cosmic Stage ~ Ian Hopp’s One-Night-Only Extra Saucy Funk Band | 7–9 PM ~ A funky, one-off local project loaded with extra special sauce. Good to Know ~ Food Partner — Bowlz N Thangz serving Midwest Comfy Goodness ~ All Ages ~ No Cover 218 Days Deals ~ Say “218 Days Deal” for $1 off any beverage ~ Buy 2 packs of Bent Paddle Hemp-Derived THC Gummies, get 1 FREE

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