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Kick off the new year with a splash of color! Throughout the month of January, we will welcome local artist Linnea Rose as our Artist-in-Residence. Families are invited to take part in a special series of watercolor and drawing workshops offered every Tuesday from 10:00–11:00 a.m. These sessions are designed for all ages and skill levels — whether your child loves to doodle, explore new art materials, or simply experiment with color. Each week, Linnea will guide young artists through creative prompts, playful techniques, and hands-on artmaking that encourages curiosity and imagination. Caregivers are welcome to join in while kids explore the joy of making art in a supportive, engaging environment. Workshops take place every Tuesday in January from 10am-11am: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Tuesday, January 27, 2026 This Artist-in-Residence series is free with museum admission and open to all museum visitors…
Write the Light is a free, family-friendly, sober-friendly, sensory-aware creative gathering held in partnership with the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum in Duluth. Join us on January 3, 2026, from 3:00–7:00 p.m. at 902 East 1st Street, Duluth, MN, as we celebrate the closing of the museum’s current exhibit and the featured artist in their gallery. This evening invites artists, families, dreamers, and community members of all ages into the historic halls of the Karpeles for an experience rooted in art, intention, and connection. The event features a Craft & Vendor Market showcasing local makers and holistic-healing services, along with several interactive stations open to all ages. Guests can write their own “manuscript” with quill and parchment, contribute to a large community art mural, or sculpt a small clay artifact inspired by their hopes for the coming year. Attendees are also welcome to explore the museum’s rotating exhibits and historical manuscripts,…
Not just a perfect getaway for those snowy Saturday mornings, our Saturday Morning at the Races series is also a great way for kids to burn off that extra energy! In keeping with our mission, these races are a central pillar in providing pathways and opportunities for our community’s children to live healthy and active lifestyles. The Saturday Morning at the Races series is free and open to any child ages 14 & under. Whether it’s your child’s first-ever race or they’ve already fallen in love with running, we’d love to see them at our next event! 2026 SATURDAY MORNING AT THE RACES (all races start at 10:00 a.m.) January 3 — College of St. Scholastica (CSS) January 10 — University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) January 31 — University of Wisconsin-Superior (UWS)
Calling all members of Bulldog Country, it’s time to cheer on your team! Head down to AMSOIL Arena when the University of Manitoba comes to town for an exhibition game. No matter your age, a Bulldog’s hockey game is always an enjoyable and exciting experience. Tickets on sale now!
The Ugly Holiday Sweater Party Dust off your wildest, wooliest, most questionably festive sweater – it’s time for a good old-fashioned holiday bluegrass bash! Join us for the Ugly Holiday Sweater Party, where two of Duluth’s beloved bluegrass powerhouses, Tres Osos and Barefoot Bluegrass – team up for an evening of tangled strings, shared tunes, and plenty of surprise guests. Cheers to a night so ugly it’s beautiful! With Tres Osos, Barefoot Bluegrass & Friends Live Music: 6–9pm Food Partner: Burger Joint 12–7pm Duluth’s own Tres Osos (Nicholas Klee, Ian Kvale, and Tim Leutgeb) bring a hearty blend of traditional bluegrass and classic country, shaped by their love of cold lakes, good food, and the great outdoors. Their sound is warm, sincere, and right at home in December. Barefoot Bluegrass – Harrison Olk, Jon Miller, Nate Hynum, and Joe Sheehan, pushes the boundaries of bluegrass with jam-inspired improvisation and a…
Cookies & Carols with Al Church & Stevie B is taking place this Tuesday! Stop over for a cookie potluck, community sing-alongs, and a jolly time! Bring cookies to share if you can! Event Start: 7pm FREE · All Ages
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