Arts & Events Calendar

The Duluth Playhouse’s Theater for Young Adults

Presents The Jungle Book

January 20 – February 4

Based on the novel by Rudyard Kipling, the Duluth Playhouse’s Theater for Young Adults (TYA) 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. This show will take place on the Depot stage. Visit duluthplayhouse.org or call (218) 733-7555.

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

January 26 - 28

Established in 1980, the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. Every year, world-class mushers compete in the nearly 400 mile event, which runs up Minnesota’s famed North Shore. The Beargrease is a qualifier for the famed Iditarod race in Alaska. Visitors and spectators are welcome; all check points and road crossings are easily accessible to the public and provide many opportunities for photographers, winter camping or simply quality time around a campfire with good people, hot chocolate and the thrill of seeing the amazing canine athletes in action. Beargrease.com

Vegan Cookbook Club

February 1

Visit the Mount Royal Library Branch’s Blue Room for 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? It’s good for animals? It’s delicious? Your son or daughter is vegan and you have no idea what to feed them? Whatever your reasons, come to the Vegan Cookbook Club to share great recipes and meet new friends! For more information, contact facilitator Bonnie Ambrosi bonnieambrosi@gmail.com. Event runs from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.

UMD Theatre presents: Charlotte’s Web

February 1 – 4; 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. Approximate run time is 50 - 60 minutes. Held in Marshall Performing Arts Center - Mainstage Theatre on the University of Minnesota-Duluth Campus. (218) 726-8561 or tickets.umn.edu