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My cat is missing. His name is Cuthbert Burbage and if you see him please contact me, Lawrence, at ironic1@ ironic1.com. He was last seen near the corner of London Road and 52nd Avenue East around 9:15 this morning. Thanks.

Update: He’s back! My neighbor saw him and let him back into my house while I was out!  Thanks for all who kept their eyes open!

Where can I buy it in Duluth?  Bought some awesome frozen ones at Trader Joe’s in Mpls.

Minnesota native Andrew Turpening has lived in Cuba and studied Afro-Cuban music at the National School of Arts in Havana. He’s pulled together some equally talented friends for a little benefit for the Pastors for Peace aid caravan/blockade challenge to Cuba. Expect Cuban standards (think Buena Vista Social Club), a little classic Argentinian music, and dance…

Today at about 1pm I was headed down East Superior Street, and in front of the DAIP building there was a crowd with some telescope-ish looking items. Does anyone know what was going on or see it as well? I was quite confused, since they were all facing toward the Sheraton.

The Morley Heights playground project is moving forward quickly! On Saturday, July 10, our equipment will be delivered to the park and we will need plenty of volunteers to help us assemble it.

We are planning two assembly shifts for the 10th. The first will run from 8am to noon and the second from 1pm to 5pm. No previous construction experience necessary – we just need lots of people power.

If you want to help out, please email me (mickeypearson @ gmail.com) and indicate your availability for that weekend.

Many thanks for your interest and help!

There is a great fundraiser for the Food Bank going on tonight called Grill Wars. It takes place in the courtyard behind Fitgers and features a friendly burger competition between local vendors, and lots of free beef to stuff your gourd with. A cash or non-perishable food donation is all that is required, and beer is for sale. 5-7 pm. See you there!

Tired of smoking cigarettes? Have you tried to quit on your own, but had trouble succeeding? How about getting some help with quitting?

The Tobacco Use Research Center at the University of Minnesota Duluth is doing a research study that examines a novel approach to quitting smoking by using a new tobacco product as a step toward becoming smoke-free.

If you are interested in finding out more about the study, call us toll free 877-665-9904 and leave your name and number.

Yay for more Farmers Markets and locally produced goods! Some good folks have branched out and started up a market in the Miller Hill Mall parking lot by the big marquee. It runs every Wednesday from 11-3 and every Saturday from 9-2 … nice for those of us who sleep in on the weekends and don’t make it over to the one on 14th.

Word has it there are some lovely fresh flowers, jams, jellies, etc. there and they are looking for more vendors, even of crafts/jewelry, so if you are looking to table, this is a great spot for it. Check it out, and support your local growers.

a good judge of character
an inspection specialist,
DNA diagnosed
just like the rest of us.
blessed with trust
till I bleed rust,
heavy hanging cross
can’t say no the boss.
obedience is law
but the law is flawed,
judge less less he be judged
teeth nails and claws.
nose deep in the trough
anorexic feeding frenzy,
starving for knowledge
has become so trendy.
culture in a blanket
wrapped up and comfy,
i pave a future
cuz the road is bumpy.
parallel pacifist
road rage activist,
swerving and cursing
I woke up in a casket.
to the left of my view
was a case full of baskets,
then a blackout happened
erupting all magic.
uplifting the pen
mightier than the sword,
to my brian i gave faith
and to my self I swore.
to bail out the blood
that my heart pours,
through the words I write
emotional sores.

through the words that i write…
emotional sores…

Pogo is an artist who creates music from movies.

Exhibit A:

more videos all over Youtube
download all albums @ www.pogomix.net

Love,
D A N E C D O T E

Beginning June 24 Shana David will host a weekly happy hour that includes Ellington, Hendrix, Weill, plus Burt Bacharach every hour on the hour. Also sprinkled in are original tunes including the debut of “Bentleyville Magic,” Shana’s entry in the Bentleyville Theme Song contest.

Please leave lots of song requests in the “comments” section, and stop by Zeitgeist Arts between 4:00 and 6:00 Thursday Evening.

The Northland Anti-War Coalition is collecting  donations of tools and building materials for Cuba as part of a nationwide challenge to the 50-year US blockade. The aid will help ongoing efforts to rebuild some 500,000 homes damaged during the 2008 hurricane season; and send a collective statement against Washington’s cruel and failed Cuba policy.

Provided our aid isn’t seized by US border agents, it will be received and distributed by a non-governmental council of Cuban religious leaders.

Pastors for Peace, the group sponsoring the blockade challenge, will visit Duluth on July 6. Between now and then, you can leave donations at the Duluth Labor Temple (2002 London Road) or Peace Church (1111 N 11th Ave E). We can use almost any new or gently used carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and masonry tools/supplies, as well as new safety equipment (dust masks, etc). You can check out a complete needs list and details here.

A Winter Downpour is very excited to be hosting some excellent bands from Minneapolis on Friday over at Beaner’s Central. Dave Mehling and The Fontanelles will be sharing the stage with us and the Duluth debut of Minneapolis favorites  Communist Daughter. Hope to see you there.

Friday June 18th
Beaner’s Central
08pm | All Ages | $5
+ A Winter Downpour
+ Communist Daughter
+ The Fontanelles

Does anyone know if there is a place in town one could purchase laminating pouches and lanyards?

Thank you.
duluthdesigned @ gmail.com

International Explorations is bringing its Treasure Adventure to Duluth this summer from July 24 through August 8 and is looking for a variety of volunteers for this fun event on Duluth’s beautiful waterfront.

Volunteers are guaranteed to have a BLAST at this gig for kids of all ages featuring  real treasure from land and sea discoveries around the world!

Places everyone: We need people – from pre-event set builders and setup crew, to pirate-actor volunteers, technical event producers and guest services. There is definitely a place for you at Treasure Adventure.

Check out ZCWAVO.com for more details on Crew Descriptions and Volunteer Incentives or call 218/249-0737.

The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse in Superior will be offering advocacy training the week of June 21. This training is comprised of various sessions preparing volunteers to provide advocacy to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.

CASDA is currently seeking candidates interested in volunteering in all capacities of our organization including the areas of on-site childcare, office assistance, client transportation, and on-call direct advocacy.

Individuals interested in serving as direct service advocates or with interest in volunteering in another capacity should contact CASDA volunteer coordinator Walter Raschick at 715-392-3136.