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The Actor's Gym - New Adult Education Classes

Saturdays, March 6th - 27th
1:00 to 2:00 PM
The Duluth Playhouse, 404 W Superior Street, Duluth

This basic approach to analyzing Shakespearean text is a great way to prep for Julie's Classical Styles Acting  class in May. Learn the tools of the trade and how to unlock the power of Marlow's mighty line!  Kate Horvath instructs 4 Sessions for $40.00.  Visit ctainfo@duluthplayhouse.org for more information on this event and others or call Kate at 218-733-7574.

Musical Theatre Jazz:2;  6 new sessions on Saturdays, beginning March 6th.  Instructor Elyse Snider; Fee-$60.00. Space is limited-call the box office at 218-733-7555 to reserve.

Exhibit - Preserving the Old Country: The Experiences of Croations, Serbians, and Slovenians in St Louis County

Opening on February 1st to March 16th
St Louis County Heritage & Arts Center, Great Hall, Depot in Duluth

This traveling exhibit produced by the St Louis County Historical Society. focuses on the "Old Country" (formerly Yugoslavia and now chiefly the modern states of Croatia, Serbia and Slovenia) and the immigration from it to northeastern Minnesota beginning in the 1860's and continuing through the larger wave of immigration that occurred between the 1880's and the 1920's.  Developed by Kristen Belich, a Society intern from the College of St Scholastica and graphically designed by David Hodges, Curator of the Duluth Institute of Art. Admission is through regular St Louis County Heritage & Arts Center ticket sales.  For complete information visit julie@thehistorypeople.org or call 218-733-7586.

Free Medical Clinic

Wednesdays, March 10th and March 24th
1:00 to 4:00 PM
Lake Superior Life Care Center, 101 West Second Street, Duluth, Room 109

Please call 218-727-3399 to schedule an appointment.  Services include non-emergency medical care for men, women and children.

Exhibition: Is He Dead? Mark Twain & Jean - Francois Millet

Tuesday, March 2nd to Sunday, May 2nd
Hours vary
Tweed Museum of Art - UMD

Free and open to the public.  One of America's most beloved authors and one of France's most revered painters come together at UMD.  As the UMD Theatre Dept presents Mark Twain's 1898 art-world comedy "Is He Dead?", the Tweed Museum presents a collection feature on the play's subject - the French Barbizon painter Jean-Francois Millet.  For theatre production information visit www.d.umn.edu/theatre.  For exhibit times and more information on the Tweed Museum of Art visit http://www.d.umn.edu.

Hawthorne Assembly of God Events

March 11th, 14th and 17th
Times vary
Hawthorne Assembly of God Church, Hawthorne, WI

March 11th: Women's Ministries Day.  Begins at 9:30 AM.  A fellowship lunch shared at noon. Many activities throughout the day.  National Women's Ministries Day will be observed Sunday the 14th at 10:30 AM.

March 17th: Family Fun Night starting at 6:00 PM.  There will be sledding, a bonfire, hot cocoa and food.  Everyone is invited to bring your sled, your friends and your family.  To help with food donations contact Shirley at 715-399-2759 or the church at 715-374-3444.

Story Time at Tweed

Thursdays, March 11th, 18th and 25th
10:00 AM
Tweed Museum of Art, UMD

Stories, art activities, games and songs for ages 3-5 and their families.  Free and open to the public.  For more information visit http://www.d.umn.edu/tma.

Duluth Republican Women's Club
Coffee and Conservative Conversation

Thursday, March 11th
7:30 PM
Perkins Restaurant, 2502 London Road, Duluth

Admission is free and requires no advanced reservation.  For more information call 218-729-7120.

Gardens of Fairlawn presents
Garden Talks 2010

Thursdays, Jan 21st through April 15th
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Fairlawn Museum, 906 East 2nd Street, Superior

All programs include a presentation with visuals and handouts.  Refreshments and an opportunity for conversations with the speaker will conclude each evening's program.  Seating is limited and sessions often sell out. Call 218-394-5712 for reservations. Sessions are $15.00 each or $40.00 for any three.  All proceeds go to the Gardens of Fairlawn.

Promise Preschool Open House

Thursday, March 11th
5:30 to 7:00 PM
First Lutheran church, 1100 East Superior Street, Duluth

Come and see what Promise Preschool is all about.  Teachers and staff will be on hand to answer questions you may have about the preschool  The preschool is for children who are 3 by September 1st, 2010 through 5 years old.

"Toast the Arts ~ Taste the Wine"

Thursday, March 11th
5:30 to 8:30 PM
Northland Country Club, Duluth

This is wine tasting, silent and live auction fundraising event benefiting CHOICE, unlimited's ARTS Program.  CHOICE, unlimited is a non-profit organization supporting individuals with disabilities in their pursuit of employment and community inclusion. CHOICE, unlimited's ARTS program provides instruction in visual arts, dance and acting classes. Tickets are $25.00 in advance and $30.00 at the door.  Contact 218-724-5869 to purchase tickets or visit www.choiceunlimited.org for further information.

Arrowhead Chorale Concerts

Thursday, March 11th, Cloquet Presbyterian Church
Friday, March 12th, Two Harbors HS Auditorium
Saturday, March 13th, Weber Music Hall, UMD
All at 7:30 PM

A World Premier performance of music by guest composer, Doug McConnell.  High School Chamber Choirs will join the Chorale after a residency with the composer.  Tickets at the door: Adults $15.00; College $6.00; K-12 Free.   Supported by the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation and the Elizabeth Adams Arts Fund.  Call 218-590-8792 for more information.

The Duluth Play Ground presents:
Agnes of God

Thursday, March 11th - 13th and Thursday, March 18th - 20th
7:30 PM
The Duluth Play Ground, 11 East Superior Street, Duluth

"Riveting, powerful, electrifying drama...the dialogue crackles."-New York Daily News.  Tickets are $10.00 at the door starting at 6:00 PM or at www.duluthplayground.org, or call the Box Office at 218-733-7555.

Patrick/Urho Community Kinship Days

March 12th and 13th
Times vary
Eveleth, MN

Family fun the whole weekend.  3rd Annual PUCK Days Parade on Saturday, March 13th at 11:30 AM down Main Street. To enter call Beth at 290-7790.  Antique, Vintage, and Unique Snowmobile Show.  For complete information call one of these sponsors: Eveleth Horizons, Iron Trail Motors, Five Season's Sports, Short Stop, Ken Waschke Auto, Team Fast, Up North Title, Culbert Reality.

Rubber Chicken Theater presents:
The Chicken Hat Plays #3

Friday and Saturday, March 12th and 13th
7:00 PM
The Venue at Mohaupt Block, 2024 West Superior Street, Duluth

16 world premiere plays all created in one weekend!  Tickets are $10.00 per person per night.  Two night passes are also available for $15.00.  The Chicken Hat Plays are sponsored in part by Pizza Luce. This is a wildly creative weekend of theater.  For more information call 218-213-2780 or email brian@rubberchickentheater.com.

Sisters of Sagalott Silent Auction

Friday, March 12th
5:30 to 7:30 PM
Radisson Hotel, Duluth

Appetizers and cash bar.  Silent Auction items include gift baskets, fine crafts, collectibles and more!  Live music by "Rough Roads".  All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society Relay for Life. For more information call Paula at 218-728-0294 or email her at pallahalla@msn.com.

Grand Rapids Doll Club
Doll, Bear and Toy Sale

Saturday, March 13th
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sawmill Inn, 2301 South Highway 169, Grand Rapids

One of our vendors will be offering a large collection of vintage Barbie dolls. In addition there will be antique, vintage, and modern dolls along with doll clothing and miscellaneous accessories.  Show will also offer an opportunity for you to have your dolls repaired.  With your admission, you will receive Free admission to the Children's Museum to see Faith Wick's doll display.  Admission price is $2.50 for adults and .50 cents for children.  Door prizes every half hour.

Annual "Cornival" Event

Saturday, March 13th
10:00 AM
Cornucopia, WI

The event includes winter golf, turkey bowling, an arts and crafts festival with raffle and prizes, a cribbage tournament, a snowman building contest and an evening bonfire which will be held on the beach by the community well. All events are free and open to the public.  For additional information, contact Mike Coughlin at coughlin@cheqnet.net or call 715-742-3940.

Scleroderma Support Group Meeting

Saturday, March 13th
10:00 to 11:30 AM
SMDC, Wisconsin Room, 407 East 3rd Street, Duluth

Contact Carole Berg at 218-721-3940 for more information or with questions.

Antique and Classic Snowmobile Race

Saturday, March 13th
12:00 N to 5:00 PM
Melgeorge's Elephant Lake Lodge, Orr, MN

All day raffle to benefit juvenile diabetes.  Drink and food specials. Trophies and prizes - medals for kids 15 and under.  Dog sled rides and live music.  For more information call 218-374-3621 or 1-800-205-9001 or visit www.melgeorges.com.

Perrella & Associates' Hibbing Home Show

Saturday, March 13th
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Irongate Plaza, Hibbing

Free entry, free prize drawings, free popcorn, balloons, magic shows, kids' planting project, live music, food and fun for the whole family!  100+ vendors.  For more information visit www.wayneandmarcy.com.

Mulligan Stew Dinner

Saturday, March 13th
4:00 to 7:00 PM
United Presbyterian Church, 28th and Bardon Avenue, Superior

This is an all you can eat dinner.  Menu features hearty stew, homemade breads, coleslaw, homemade pickles and dessert. Tickets are: $7.00 for adults; Children ages 5 to 12, $4.00; under 5 are free.  Take out orders are available. Call the church at 715-392-4751 with questions.

"Pi Day" Ragtime Concert

Sunday, March 14th
1:30 to 4:30 PM
First Covenant Church, 2101 W 2nd Street, Duluth

Let our local musicians and those outside the Twin Ports entertain you with this happy toe-tapping music from the turn of the last century.  Concert is free and open to the public.  Donations are much appreciated in order to continue these live performances.  For more information call 218-724-7696 or 715-394-4319.

CHUM Church Christian Education & Worship Service

Sunday, March 14th
3:00 PM
Peace United Church of Christ, 1111 N 11th Avenue East, Duluth

These activities are sponsored by the Churches United in Ministry.  For additional information contact Meg Kearns at 218-720-6570.

Mojakka Cook-Off returns

March 16th ( Saint Urho's Day)
12:30 to 2:30 PM
Zion Lutheran Church in Finland (new location)

Tasting and judging take place from 12:30 to 2:30 PM.  Profits from this year's Mojakka Cook-Off will go to the American Cancer Society.  Entry forms for this year's Cook-Off are available at www.mojakka.com or by calling 218-729-0821.  Entries will be judged in three categories - Beef, fish and potluck.

Mental Health Support Group meets

Thursday, March 18th
5:00 to 7:00 PM
Miller Dwan Medical Center, 500 East 2nd Street, Duluth

The Mental Health Support Group, sponsored by the Mental Health Association of Minnesota, is a free and confidential meeting for people who have mental illnesses.  The meetings are held in meeting rooms 1-3, Lobby Level, Eastside near the auditorium.  Call 800-862-1799 or 612-331-6840 with questions.