Family Events Calendar

Artists are on hand as personal shoppers to help you select just the right one-of-a-kind gift for every occasion. Held at the Lakeside Lester Park Community Center, 106 N. 54th Ave. E., Duluth from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit nicegirlsofthenorth.com for more information.

Paw Patrol Live!

Feb. 10-11

Using their unique skills and teamwork, the Paw Patrol pups show that “no job is too big, no pup is too small,” and share lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving as they make several heroic rescues on their race to the finish line. Purchase tickets at the DECC ticket office, (800) 745-3000 or at ticketmaster.com. Shows at DECC’s Symphony Hall on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. Visit decc.org/event/paw-patrol-live.

Isle Royale trout feeding at the Great Lakes Aquarium

Feb. 11

Watch an aquarium staff member feed the trout in the Isle Royale 1 tank, the largest tank in the aquarium! The huge trout circle around the top layer of the tank in excitement when it’s feeding time. You will be surprised at how quickly they gobble up the pellets as they sink! Feeding is 5-5:30 p.m. in the St. Louis River exhibit. glaquarium.org.

Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel & RV Show + Northland Outdoors Deer Classic

Feb. 14-18

The Great Outdoors is headed indoors with the Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel and RV show! Stop by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s World Class taxidermy display. Experience live racing action at the Great American Duck Race. Attend the Ultimate Outdoor Cooking show with Mac and the Big Cheese. Attend daily seminars and see live animals. Held in the DECC, 350 Harbor Drive. Visit shamrockprod.com.

Freeway the American Crow at the Great Lakes Aquarium

Feb. 20

This program is a unique look at Great Lakes Aquarium’s American Crow; his name is Freeway! Watch as Freeway and his trainer work together to solve puzzles, identify colored objects and take ‘Freeway Bucks’ out of your hand through a slot in Freeway’s mailbox! Event is 2-2:30 p.m. at the aquarium’s Otter Cove exhibit. Glaquarium.org.

The Duluth-Superior Symphony Orchestra presents ‘Roots’

March 3

Joined by the fantastic DSSO Chorus, the DuluthSuperior Symphony Orchestra is pleased to offer three works that reach back in time for inspiration. Featuring the folk music roots of Grieg’s “Symphonic Dances,” to the Old Testament texts of Stravinsky’s “Symphony of Psalms,” and finally Ravel’s incredible setting of the ancient Greek story of “Daphnis and Chloe.” Concert at 7 p.m. at the DECC Symphony Hall. Visit dsso.com.

Duluth Women’s Expo

March 3

Whether shopping, meal planning, choosing the family car or making important financial decisions, women know that having the right information is key! The Duluth Women’s Expo brings you all the information you need to make educated decisions, all under one roof. This event is the perfect place to learn how to feel healthier, more beautiful or just plain appreciated! This event will be 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the DECC. For more information, visit duluthwomensexpo.net.

Marshall School open house

March 3

You are invited to visit Marshall School during their open house! This is a great opportunity to learn more about what Marshall School offers for your child’s education. This open house experience is designed to allow exploration of Marshall School (1215 Rice Lake Road) in a way that is meaningful for you. There will be teachers, current parents and students, and members of the school’s administration available for tours and questions. RSVP at marshallschool.org. Open is 1-3 p.m.

The Lake Superior Youth Chorus presents Honor

Choir 2018

March 4

Join the Lake Superior Youth Chorus for its 4th annual Honor Choir. This event brings together performers in grades 4-6 from Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin for a memorable day of choral music alongside LSYC singers and directors. This event will take place at Duluth East High School. The time is still to be determined, so stay tuned to lsyouthchorus.org/performances for final details.

First annual Stride, Ride, Glide Tri

March 4

Get the most out of these amazing Superior Municipal Forest trails as you run, bike, and ski them during resurrection of the Stride, Ride, Glide Tri! Similar to the Pole, Pedal, Pant of years past, the event will be a 5k-ish run on a flat, snowcovered dirt road, a 10k-ish bike on a very scenic snow-covered dirt road with a few hills thrown in, and a 10k-ish ski on a mix of wide, flat and hilly trails. All proceeds will go toward new grooming equipment for the trails. This event can be done as an individual or a team! If Mother Nature provides no snow, the event will go on as a run-bike-run event. Pre-registration required. zapevent.com/ reg/event/13297

Regional FIRST Robotics Competitions

March 7-10

Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology, FIRST Robotics Competition is often called the ultimate “sport for the mind.” Under strict rules, limited resources, and an intense six-week time limit, teams of 20 or more students are challenged to raise money, design a team “brand,” hone teamwork skills, build and program industrial-size robots to play a difficult field game against like-minded competitors. It’s as close to real-world engineering as a student can get. This event takes place at Duluth’s DECC. For more information, visit mnfirst.org.

Little Big Town — The Breakers Tour

March 16

See an exciting performance of country superstars Little Big Town, featuring special guests Kacey Musgraves and Midland. AMSOIL Arena, 350 Harbor Drive, Duluth. Purchase tickets at the DECC ticket office, call (800) 745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concert begins at 7:30. More information at decc.org/ event/little-big-town.

The Duluth-Superior Symphony Orchestra presents Green Grass of Home

March 17

Join the DSSO as they collaborate with heritage groups and artists from Duluth, including Gaelynn Lea, winner of NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest, to celebrate the “Apostle of Ireland” on St. Patrick’s Day. Music and dancing from Ireland and other Celtic countries will fill the hall. Concert at 7 p.m. at the DECC Symphony Hall. Visit dsso.com.