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The People and the Place

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The HeART of Healing Art Exhibit

Friday Sept 25th – Opening Night “Meet the Artists” 4pm-8pm Live Music in the Atrium Short program starting at 5:30 Sat Sept 26th – Open to the Public 11am-7pm Sunday, September 27 – Open to the Public 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The artwork, representing a variety of mediums, will come together to express the themes of Hope, Healing, and Justice. Each purchase will serve as a testament to the community’s commitment to protecting and supporting the children and families in our community. Part of the proceeds will go to the First Witness Child Advocacy Center to support our vision of a society that supports children and puts an end to child abuse. Come together to nurture a strong community of caring. Our vision is of a society that supports children and puts an end to child abuse. Art will be available to purchase online here: https://onecau.se/heart-of-healing

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ReneGAY

ReneGAY is BACK for the third year in a row! Come out to Zeitgeist on Friday, Sept. 4th at 10pm and Saturday, Sept. 5th at 8pm for an all queer lineup of improv, stand-up comedy, and burlesque. This rising star performance arrived on the scene with a bang and has quickly become a must-see event during Twin Ports Pride. Don’t miss this two-night special event, presented by Renegade Improv! 3rd Annual ReneGAY Variety Special Zeitgeist Theater 222 E Superior St. Duluth, MN 55802

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Seasons of Love – Carlton County Animal Rescue’s 2nd Annual Gala

We are SO excited to bring the community together again for our SECOND annual gala to raise funds for CCAR this fall.. Ticket sales are officially OPEN! Taking place on Saturday September 19th at the Four Seasons Arena and Event Center at 90 Chestnut Ave Carlton MN. Every ticket purchased to this event will bring us closer to our next phase of a building! Ticket prices will increase by $10 from Sept 15th-Sept 18th, and $25 at the door (day of event). Purchasing in advance helps our team of volunteers best prepare for food, seating, and set up of event to provide a great experience for all! Get your tickets now at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/seasons-of-love-gala-2026-ccars-2nd-annual-gala

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Clear the Shelter event at Fleet Farm w/ Carlton Co. Animal Rescue

Join Fleet Farm Hermantown and Carlton County Animal Rescue for a Clear the Shelter event supporting pets in our local community. Stop by on August 22nd from 10:30AM – 1:30PM to meet adoptable pets, learn more about the organization’s work and discover ways to support pets in need. We’ll also be collecting items to help Carlton County Animal Rescue care for local animals. Most-needed donations include: Purina Kitten Plate, Paper Towels, Purina Cat Food, Kitten or Puppy Formula, Pooper Scoopers, High Sided Littler Boxes

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History in a Pint: Bicentennial Boom

The St. Louis County Historical Society is thrilled to announce the rescheduled date for the Bicentennial Boom presentation. Hosted at the historic Lake Superior Railroad Museum inside the St. Louis County Depot (506 W Michigan St, Duluth, MN), this is the last of our three-part series — collectively themed “A Summer of Storytelling” — with an engaging blend of local triumph, humorous misadventures, and poignant wartime reflections. Attendees can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with a cash bar while diving deep into the history and narratives that shaped our region and nation. Bicentennial Boom 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 3, 2026 “Charting a New Course: How Duluth Harnessed the ‘Spirit of ’76” While Duluth’s economic struggles of the early 1970s are well-documented, its incredible Bicentennial boom is a story waiting to be told. In 1975 and 1976, dozens of diverse ethnic festivals celebrated Northland heritage, sparking major community improvements —…

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