Family Events Calendar Calendar of Arts and Events – January – February 2018

Decorate a Heart for West Duluth library contest

Through Feb. 2

This contest is for anyone who wants to craft a heart from any lightweight material for a chance to win a prize. Ideas include paper, cloth, paint, mixed media, etc. Get creative! Bring the heart to the West Duluth Branch Library through Feb. 2. Hearts will be judged and prizes awarded in age categories: 6 and younger, 7-10, 11-14, and 15 and older. Judging will take place the first week in February. Hearts will be displayed at the West Duluth library through February, which is American Heart Month. Entry forms are available at West Duluth library, or can be downloaded from duluthlibrary.org.

Courage Kenny Ski and Snowboard program

Through March 8

Courage Kenny Ski and Snowboard offers one-to-one instruction in adaptive skiing and snowboarding techniques that accommodate people with a variety of disabilities. Priority will be given to students who need adaptive equipment.

This may include those with physical disabilities, sensory impairments and visual impairments. Lessons take place at Spirit Mountain, Giant’s Ridge and Lutsen Mountain. Lesson times vary. Contact Mark Hanna at (218) 726-4834 ext. 1, or mark. hanna@allina.com.

Celebrate Marvin Pattison’s birthday at Fairlawn Mansion

Jan. 17

Join Fairlawn Mansion as it celebrates the 177th birthday of historic lumber and mining baron Martin Pattison. Celebrate with cake, cookies and tea in the Fairlawn gift shop, 906 E. 2nd St., Superior. The celebration will be 12-4 p.m. Call (715) 394-5712 for more information.

Great Lakes Aquarium presents river otter enrichment

Jan. 20

Find out what it takes to survive as a river otter! Learn the life story of otters Agate and Ore while these playful predators engage with on-exhibit enrichment. This event runs from 3-3:20 p.m. in the aquarium’s Otter Cove exhibit. Visit glaquarium. org.

The Duluth Playhouse’s Theater for Young Adults presents ‘The Jungle Book’

Jan. 20-Feb. 4

The Duluth Playhouse’s Theater for Young Adults presents “The Jungle Book.” Mowgli is a boy raised by wolves, guided by Bagheera the panther, befriended by Baloo the bear and hunted by Shere Khan, the ferocious tiger. On an outrageous and exciting journey back to human civilization, Mowgli finds that the strangest animal of all is man. Presented on the Depot stage. Visit duluthplayhouse.org or call (218) 733-7555.

The Duluth Public Library presents

Read to a Dog

Jan. 22

Kids are invited to read a story to a good listener with big ears! One-on-one read-aloud sessions with therapy dog Tanzy and her owner, Carolyn, are a great way to practice reading in a comfortable, low-stress environment. This event is 4-5 p.m. at Duluth’s Mount Royal Branch. Visit duluthlibrary.org.

Duluth Edison Charter Schools’ band and choir

concert

Jan. 22

Continue celebrating the joy of the holiday season with music! Join the Duluth Edison Charter Schools for their winter band and choir concert in the DECC’s Symphony Hall. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Visit duluthedison.org.

Metal tooling with the Duluth Art Institute

Jan. 25

Create unique, colorful and textured artwork by tracing designs and patterns onto thin metal sheeting before coloring with permanent markers. Watch your design emerge and transform as you express your inner artist through this simple yet striking project. Great for gift giving or personal mementos! This event is appropriate for teens through adults. Runs 6-7 p.m. at the West Duluth Library’s Senior Center Meeting Room. With only 20 spots available, please register in advance! Duluthlibrary.org.

Northland Figure Skating Competition

Jan. 25-28

Enjoy the strength and beauty of figure skating. The 38th annual Northland Figure Skating Competition will be at Amsoil Arena. Featuring a compulsory/short program, test track and synchronized skating, there will be plenty of jumps, spins and more! For more information, visit duluthfsc.org.

The Duluth Public Library Presents

Read to a Dog

Jan. 26

Kids are invited to read a story to a good listener with big ears! One-on-one read-aloud sessions with therapy dog Tanzy and her owner, Carolyn, are a great way to practice reading in a comfortable, low-stress environment. This event is 4-5 p.m., at Duluth’s West Duluth Branch. Visit duluthlibrary.org.

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

Jan. 26-28

Established in 1980, the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. World-class mushers compete in the nearly 400-mile event, which runs up Minnesota’s North Shore. The Beargrease is a qualifier for the famed Iditarod race in Alaska. Visitors and spectators are welcome. All checkpoints and road crossings are easily accessible to the public and provide many opportunities for photographers, winter camping or quality time around a campfire. Beargrease.com

Father Daughter Ball

Jan. 27 and Feb. 3

The mission of the Father Daughter Ball is to provide a quality, memorable and wholesome event for fathers and daughters of all ages. The event is hosted by Christ Lutheran Church and will be held at the DECC’s City Side Convention Center. For more information, visit fatherdaughterballduluth.org.

Great Lakes Aquarium presents shark tank feeding

Jan. 31

The Mediterranean Tank in Great Lakes Aquarium’s Shipwrecks Alive! exhibit is home to several fascinating animals, representative of the Mediterranean Sea. Watch as staff feed the stingrays, eels, zebra shark and pufferfish. An educator will narrate the feeding in front of the tank. Event runs from 1-1:20 p.m. Visit glaquarium.org.

Vegan Cookbook Club

Feb. 1

Visit the Mount Royal Library Branch’s Blue Room for a lesson from the Vegan Cookbook Club! Do you want to eat more plant-based meals because it’s good for your health? It’s good for the environment? Your child is vegan, and you have no idea what to feed them? Whatever your reasons, share great recipes and meet new friends! Contact facilitator Bonnie Ambrosi at bonnieambrosi@ gmail.com. Event runs from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

UMD Theatre presents ‘Charlotte’s Web’

Feb. 1-4 and 8-10 Wilbur the pig is headed to the butcher, and only the spider Charlotte can save his life. A magical, heartwarming tale of friendship and sacrifice, based on the beloved children’s book. Reserved seating. Run time is 50-60 minutes. Held in Marshall Performing Arts Center-Mainstage Theatre on the University of Minnesota-Duluth Campus. Call (218) 726-8561 or visit tickets.umn.edu.

The Duluth Playhouse presents ‘Mamma Mia!’

Feb. 1-18

The regional premier of the Broadway blockbuster Mamma Mia! opens the NorShor Theatre with the songs of ABBA and a colorful cast of characters gathering on a Greek island for a wedding. The young bride, Sophie, has invited three men from her mother’s past, hoping to figure out which one is her father in time for her to walk her down the aisle. How will her mother, Donna, react to seeing these men? Luckily, her friends are there to cheer her up in song and dance in this splashy musical, ringing in a new era at the NorShor! Visit duluthplayhouse.org or call (218) 733-7555.

Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra presents ‘Revelations — The Beethoven Project’

Feb. 3

The DSSO continues The Beethoven Project with this performance and live recording of Beethoven’s Symphony No.6, his Pastoral Symphony. As the first composition to include a poetic program behind the music, it inspired generations of composers and opened the door for the creation of a new genre, “Program Music.” Held at Symphony Hall inside the DECC, 350 Harbor Drive. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Visit dsso.com.

Minnesota Ballet’s Celebrity Dance Challenge

Feb. 8

You’ll want to be in the audience for this performance because you get to vote for your favorite celebrity and Minnesota Ballet partner. It’s a hoot! Dance styles range from slinky tango to peppy swing to regal waltzes, plus showy costumes combine to give local celebrities striking new images. While audience votes are counted, enjoy the Ballet’s lively dance sampler. (218) 5293742 or minnesotaballet.org.

Elegant Valentine Dinner Dance

Feb. 9

Enjoy a splendid evening of dining and dancing with the Elegant Valentine Dinner Dance! Held Friday, Feb. 9, at the Historic Greysolon Plaza Ballroom, 231 E. Superior St., Duluth. Social hour begins at 6 p.m., dinner served at 7. Kick up your heels from 8-11 p.m. to the sounds of the Dean’s List, who will provide Big Band music. Advance ticket deadline is Feb. 1, and limited to 100 couples. For more information, call (218) 722-0662, visit facebook.com/ElegantValentineDinnerDance, or email chartman5@q.com.

Nice Girls of the North Second Saturday Marketplace

Feb. 10, March 10

At the Nice Girls of the North Second Saturday Market, you’ll be treated to free coffee, cookies and door prizes, lively music and a friendly atmosphere. Browse a collection of handcrafted clothing and bags, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, photography, personal care products, baby items and more.