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Presented by Duluth Public Libraries and Every Child Ready coalition as part of Family Fest. In this live performance, Dagsi Turtle & his sidekick Jisdu Wabbit race through time and space in a musical adventure into Cherokee Futurism. Hop aboard the Turtleship and join Dagsi and Jisdu’s quest to help Grandmother Turtle raise the Gadugi (spirit of cooperation) throughout the universe. Tales, a 2025 Jim Henson Foundation Family Theater Grant Awardee, features catchy original tunes and out-of-this-world puppet characters. The show is created and performed by Cherokee Nation citizen Chris Griffith and Shari Aronson, directed by Julie Boada (Anishinabe). Recommended for ages 4+. This activity made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Jump into the future and make a glow in the dark animal puppet! If you were to travel through space and time, what creatures would you find? Tap into your imagination through the wonders of blacklight and create an amazing critter to take home with you. Recommended for ages 6+.
Join the dynamic duo of of Dagsi Turtle & Jisdu Wabbit for a screening of their video adventures to race through time and space on a musical quest to help Grandmother Turtle! Dagsi Turtle & Jisu Wabbit will be live, in person to take viewers on this exuberant ride into Cherokee language and culture. Sing along and you, too, can help keep alive an Indigenous language! Geared to kids K-Grade 3, but all are welcome! Kids ages seven and under must be accompanied by a caregiver. STAR TURTLE was developed by Chris Griffith (Cherokee Nation, OK) and Shari Aronson.
We’re excited to welcome athletes to our Greyhounds Cheer Day Camp! Please complete the online registration form to register your athlete. Camp cost includes camp instruction and cheer items based on grade level. K-3rd Grade Half Day is $40 (Class, T-shirt and Pom) 4th-9th Grade Full Day is $65 (Class, T-shirt, Pom, Bow) Pay it forward donations and scholarships are available for families who wish to help support another cheerleader. When: March 7, 2026 Where: Ordean Middle School Gym (2900 E. 4th ST.) Time: K-3rd 9am to 11am and 4th-9th 9am to 2pm. Two showcases: K-3rd Perform at 11am and 4th-9th Perform at 2pm. Contact Coaches for any information or questions: Head Coach Shania: Shania.bush@isd709.org Assistant Coach Jasmine: Coachhaskins23@gmail.com
Zeitgeist Minnesota Film Festival (ZMFF) returns April 22–26, 2026, in Duluth, MN, with in-person screenings at Zeitgeist and surrounding venues. The festival showcases local, national, and international films, filmmaker Q&As, industry events, educational workshops, and a Pitch Competition with cash prizes. The festival focuses especially on Midwest and community-rooted filmmakers, innovative storytelling, and creative expression. Early Bird Passes are on sale NOW! Join us this spring – where local and global stories come together at Zeitgeist.
Refresh your wardrobe without spending a dime! Join us for a fun, community-centered clothing swap where you can give new life to items you no longer wear and find pieces that feel brand new to you. How It Works: 5-5:30pm – Arrive, set up your items grab a drink or bite at Ritual Salad. 6pm – Swap begins (Late arrival is totally fine) 7:30pm – Wrap-up time What to Bring: Gently loved, clean clothing Shoes, boots, jewelry, hats & outerwear welcome No minimum required – bring what you can, take what you love All sizes, styles, and genders are welcome – the more variety the better! Any unclaimed items will be donated to Clothes That Work at the Damiano Safe Haven Shelter and The Center for Changing Lives, so nothing goes to waste. Bonus points: Bring an old cell phone to donate to Safe Haven for survivors of domestic violence….
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