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A Woman’s War, Too: Women at Work During WWII

Virginia Wright Peterson will be sharing information from her book, “A Woman’s War, Too: Women at Work During WWII.” This book reveals vivid stories of contribution and sacrifice, including women serving in every branch of the military and working in vital roles in factories, shipyards, mines, homes, and communities.

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Café Scientifique: A Deep Dive into SCUBA

Great Lakes Aquarium is excited to partner with Café Scientifique Twin Ports on a free, after-hours, deep dive into SCUBA! This month’s installment will focus on diving the Great Lakes, exploring local shipwrecks, how to get into diving locally, and barriers facing female divers today (and how to circumvent them). 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 6:00 p.m. – Event Begins | Bar opens 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – Presentation & Questions 7:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – SCUBA Program – Isle Royale Exhibit 8:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Exhibit Floor Open for Exploration 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 All are welcome to join in on this discussion, explore a full after-hours, child-free exhibit floor, and enjoy local beer, wine, cocktails, and N/A offerings from the Aquarium’s full-service bar. Admission and parking is free for event guests during this event. Cash or credit accepted in the gift store and at the bar. Guests must…

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Gatherings by Sheraton: Zoomobile Visit with Lake Superior Zoo!

Get ready for a wild evening! The Lake Superior Zoo’s Zoomobile is rolling into the Sheraton Duluth for an unforgettable, hands-on animal experience. Meet at least four amazing animal inhabitants up close. Guests will have the chance to interact with them and even hold some of these special visitors. Complimentary parking is included. Simply register with the front desk to join the fun!

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Martin Luther King Day March & Rally

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.

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Sunrise Coffee

Experience the DECC in a whole new light with this new DECC Presents series, Sunrise Coffee at the DECC. Join us in the beautifully furnished Symphony Hall Lobby to enjoy a sunrise over the Lake Superior harbor. With Duluth Coffee Company coffee in hand, watch the sunrise Thursday mornings with the aerial lift bridge as your backdrop. Sunrise Coffee at the DECC is free and open to the public. Photographers welcome! Coffee is complimentary. The DECC is also sponsoring Sunrise Coffee attendees’ parking. Planning to attend? Let the parking attendant know you’re here for the event, your parking fee will be waived. Enter Door D to Symphony Hall.

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