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Climb onboard for one of Duluth’s favorite summer traditions, $10 Tuesdays are back at the Vista Fleet! Enjoy live-narrated sightseeing cruises through the Duluth-Superior Harbor for just $10 per ticket, all day long, every Tuesday through Labor Day. Reserve your tickets in advance as tours DO sell out. Take in stunning views of Lake Superior, the Aerial Lift Bridge, and the working waterfront from the comfort of the Vista Fleet. Concessions and a full bar are available onboard, so grab a drink, kick back, and enjoy a midweek escape on the water. Book your tickets online, no promo code needed!
Great Lakes Aquarium is excited to partner with WDIO News for a highly anticipated forecast forum! The free, after-hours event will focus on getting into meteorology as women in a male-dominated field, detailing how meteorologists forecast, and exploring both the broadcast and government career paths. Guests are invited to explore the Aquarium’s exhibit floor before and after presentations. 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 Sabrina Ullman – WDIO Weekend Meteorologist / Multimedia Journalist, Meteorology Lea Zmurko – WDIO Storm Track Meteorologist / Good Morning Northland, Meteorology 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞 6:30 pm – Guests arrive | Bar opens 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Presentation and Q&A 9:00 pm – Exhibit floor exploration | Last call 9:30 pm – Event ends 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 All are welcome to join the presentation, explore the after-hours 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…
The Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being at the University of Wisconsin-Superior will host University of California, Berkeley, professor of psychology Dacher Keltner for a free virtual presentation “Awe: Meeting the Crisis of our Times” on Tuesday, April 28, 4:30–6 pm. Awe is the feeling we experience when we encounter vast mysteries we don’t fully understand. We find awe in the eight wonders of life, from moral beauty to music to nature to spiritual epiphany. New research shows that even a brief dose of awe benefits our brains, hearts, and immune systems, counters selfishness and anxiety, and encourages greater sharing, creativity, and sense of common humanity. Join Dacher Keltner to learn about the evolution and neurophysiology of awe, the mental and physical health benefits, and practical approaches to bringing more awe into your daily life. Dacher Keltner is a Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and director…
Join us during National Library Week for stories, fresh air, and nature fun! This free, all-ages event at Jay Cooke State Park brings books and the outdoors together. Meet your local libraries, explore stories inspired by nature, and discover how the park is full of stories waiting to be read. You can expect storytimes, story strolls, naturalist-led activities and programs, crafts and swag, and library card sign-ups onsite. This event is hosted by the Minnesota State Parks System in partnership with local public libraries.
Thinking about solar for your home or small business? Curious about the financial and environmental benefits of going solar? Join us for a free informational session on Going Solar in the Northland this Earth Day! Learn about energy independence — and how you can make a difference — while you enjoy a free drink on us! Earth Day | April 22 | 5:30–6:00 pm Bent Paddle Tap Room This event is hosted by Optimum Energy Group.
After a long northern winter, there’s a moment when the light shifts, the colors return and everything starts to feel possible again. Out of Hibernation is a collaborative exhibition celebrating that feeling. The reawakening of spring and the simple things that make us feel alive after months of cold and quiet. Through vibrant color and the energy of the changing season, our artists explore what it means to step out of the dark and into the warmth. What does it feel like to wake up to a new world? Join us for the opening reception: Saturday, April 11th | 2–5 PM Siiviis Gallery Come shake off winter with us, experience new work from our incredible artists and celebrate the return of color, light and community. We hope to see you! Original Art: Bear’s Spring Awakening By: E.J. Klepinger
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