Family Events Calendar

Candlelight

Jan. 19

Winter is a magical time of year here in northern Minnesota, and Hartley nature Center makes it a priority to enjoy it. The 13th annual Candlelight Ski, Skate and Snowshoe event is 4-7 p.m. This event celebrates the cold weather season and the silent woods, white snow, iced ponds, and groomed trails that come with it. Pre-register by calling (218) 724-6735. $5 for individual Hartley members, $10 for Hartley member households, $15 for nonmember individuals, and $30 for nonmember households.

Martin Luther King Day Rally

Jan. 21

Gather at the Washington Center at 10:45 a.m. to march to the DeCC. In case of extreme cold, the march will be shortened and head through the skywalk in downtown Duluth to the DeCC. The rally features a variety of local speakers and performers to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King and to work to build the beloved community that he envisioned here in the Twin Ports. Come share in this celebration of work toward freedom and human rights. For more info, visit duluthnaacp.org/mlk or decc.org.

Puss in Boots

Jan.19-Feb. 3

Tom, the miller’s son, is left his father’s cat for an inheritance. He’s also expected to get the family mill. unfortunately, that went to his bossy elder sister, Gabrielle. The cat, however, is no one’s fool. He promises that if Tom gets him a pair of boots, he will make his fortune. Presented by the Duluth Playhouse’s Theatre for young audiences. Saturdays at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets $15-$17. On the Depot stage, 506 W. Michigan St. Visit duluthplayhouse.org or call (218) 733-7555.

Northland Figure Skating Competition

Jan. 31-Feb. 3

The 39th annual northland Figure Skating Competition will be held at the DeCC arena and aMSOIL arena. For more information, visit duluthfsc.org.

Father Daughter Ball

Feb. 2 and 9

Create special memories with your daughter that will last a lifetime! a nonprofit outreach mission of Christ Lutheran Church. Visit fatherdaughterballduluth.org.

Love’s Labor’s Lost

Feb. 7-9, 13-16

Promises declared amongst young friends with the best of intentions, until hormones take over and attraction rules. It’s a battle of the sexes

— ‘boys meet girls = love’, but always with the Shakespearean twist. university of Minnesota Duluth. 7:30 p.m., Feb. 10 includes 2 p.m. matinee. $8-$21. sfa.d.umn.edu

Newsies

Feb. 28-March 10

Set in turn-of-the-century new york City, newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy, and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right! Thursday-Saturday at 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets $15-$17. On the Depot stage, 506 W. Michigan St. Visit duluthplayhouse.org or call (218) 7337555.

Easter EGG-stravaganza

March 31

Hop on down to the zoo and enjoy hunting for eggs, playing games, special animal enrichments, treats, prizes and the easter bunny himself! baskets of fun for kids of all ages. $5 for ages 3-12, $10 for ages 13 and up. Members are free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit lszooduluth.org or call (218) 730-4500.