I wasn’t born to follow
Summer is over, maples are turning and birds are migrating. I was reminded of this old song … and being of that era, this movie, and thankful some things do not change. Move on, PDD.
Democracy Now! Coming to KUMD
I just wanted to express support and love for Democracy Now! Coming soon to 103.3 KUMD!
Winter Camping Symposium 2010
The 12th Annual Winter Camping Symposium is taking registrations. The purpose of the Winter Camping Symposium is to educate, collaborate and celebrate everything Winter! (more…)
One hiker could be freed on Saturday
The Minneapolis Star Tribune is reporting that one of the three American hikers jailed in Iran for more than a year could be released Saturday.
Iran to release 1 of 3 jailed American hikers
There is no word on which hiker might be freed. One of them, Shane Bauer, is a Minnesotan. His sister and brother-in-law live in Duluth, and he also has family in Shakopee and Pine City.
Huge record sale
Thousands of old records for sale. LPs, 45s, 78s. 1940s-80s. Rock, soul, jazz, country. Cheap! Friday 9-5, Saturday 9-3. 417 N. 11th Ave. W.
!!Everything is Terrible!!
Football games happen on a weekly basis but Everything is Terrible is for one night only and it will be the show of the year, without a doubt. Show is at 7:15, students w/id get in for $5, oh and we will have $2.00 Two-Hearted on tap. Zinema 2.
Cinema Lounge Call for Entries
IFP’s Cinema Lounge is coming to Duluth on November 5! This fun and somewhat crazy annual event will take place at 7pm at the supercool Zinema2. Our fun and friendly Cinema Lounge host will screen the best of the latest Duluth-area short films and interview the directors. If you have a short film — under 20 minutes — that you’d like to submit for consideration, please contact Max Becker at 651-644-1912 or mbecker@ifpmn.org.
Blue Laws are Stupid, Post #2
One of the questions on the 2010 House of Representatives State Fair Poll (conducted by Minnesota House Public Information Services) was:
Do you believe liquor stores and automobile dealers should be permitted to open on Sundays?
And the results …
Yes ………… 6,742 | 68%
No ………….. 2,480 | 25%
Undecided …… 668 | 7%
So, were the 25 percent who said no all from Lakeside?
(This really ought to be a series. Link to post #1 here.)
Constitution Week at UMD!
Tuesday, Sept. 14
Film: “Election Day”
Election Day combines 11 stories – shot simultaneously on Nov. 2, 2004, from dawn until long past midnight – into one. Factory workers, ex-felons, harried moms, Native American activists and diligent poll watchers, from South Dakota to Florida, take the process of democracy into their own hands. The result: an entertaining, inspiring and sometimes unsettling tapestry of citizens determined on one fateful day to make their votes count.
Kirby Student Center 273B 3pm
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Oktoberfest Beers
It is probably safe to say fall is peeking its head around the corner. This is great for many reasons and one of them is the Oktoberfest beers are trickling in. Thus far I have had Hoptober from New Belgium and Oktoberfests from Summit, Schells, and Becks. To this point I have to say I like Schells the best. What are your favorites? I understand Fitger’s does a couple of very nice fall seasonal brews!
These boots are made for walkin’
Walk/run/roll 3, 5, or 13 miles on the scenic Willard Munger Trail and help us end domestic violence! The cost is $30 and begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25, at 7408 Grand Ave. For info call 218-722-2781 X 106 or 107 or visit theduluthmodel.org.
Photographers of all levels
The first meeting of the Duluth-Superior Camera Club is on Tuesday, Sept. 21, 7pm at the Bethany Baptist Church, 6700 Grand Ave., Duluth. Photography enthusiasts of all ages, experience, interests, and equipment are welcome to join in the fun! For more information on the club, go to duluth-superiorcameraclub.org.
Other Duluth PhD students?
I’m looking to form a PhD student group for those who would like to get together as a social support network. I’ve been living in Duluth for awhile after completing coursework and I’m struggling to stay on track since I’m so far away from peers and professors. Is anyone else experiencing the same thing? I’m thinking of having the group meet once a week or every other week–depending on schedules–and providing feedback on what we all write during the intervening time. I hope there’s at least one other person in Duluth who’s going through the same thing! Please contact me!
American Liver Foundation
This is Tyler Scouton from Bratwurst. If you know me, you probably already are aware. Two years ago this month I donated 60% of my liver to a family member that was in need of a transplant. This year my cousin is raising money for the American Liver Foundation – Liver Life Walk.
The goal is $300 and she is currently at $125.
I would love to put the call out and get her over the $300 mark.
Here is the link with more information and where you can sponsor her.
Public Invited to Community Harvest Festival at Twig Town Hall
New Life Covenant Church is sponsoring a community Harvest Festival at the Twig Town Hall on Sunday, Sept. 12. The event will include free food and activities for kids and adults of all ages.
In addition to the usual fun and games, there will be:
Hot Air Balloon Rides from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. (weather permitting)
A hayride with Belgian horses
Karaoke
A pie tasting contest
Treasure hunt for the young
Art fun
A bounce house
And more.
Activities begin at 8 a.m. but will run through mid-afternoon till 2:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to join us for worship at 11 a.m. at the Town Hall
Celebrate the harvest season with New Life Covenant Church.
For more information call 729-5476.
Basketball: Harlem Ambassadors vs. Duluth-Superior Hot Shots
Join us for a family-friendly Harlem-style basketball game at UW-Superior’s Mertz Mortorelli Gym on Sunday, Sept. 19, at 3 p.m. The Harlem Ambassadors professional show team will take on the Domestic Abuse Intervention Programs’ team. Cost is $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Buy tickets at SuperAmerica stores or theduluthmodel.org.
Hillsider to Fink and Jewell: Why are issues relating to mining and forestry important?
The September issue of The Hillsider features candidates running for District 1 County Commissioner, Dennis Fink and Frank Jewell, answering two questions:
- Why are you running?
- Why care about mining and forestry?
Click on the links below for the answers. The paper issue also contains an encore presentation of questions and answers from candidates for other offices.
By the way, St. Louis County is over 6,000 square miles — larger than three states: Connecticut, Delaware and Rhode Island. It has an abundance of natural resources contributing to mining and lumber industries. Why should people in the core neighborhoods of Duluth be concerned? Read up.
North Shore Iron Pour and scratch block workshop: Bob Dylan Manhole Project
Saturday, Sept. 11
Peace Church, 1111 N. 11th Ave. East, lower parking lot
Workshop – 10 am to 3 pm
Iron Pour – 12 noon to 6 pm
Contact: Jeffrey Kalstrom, 218-310-8411 | jkalstrom@gmail.com
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Gubernatorial candidates debate in Duluth
Courtesy of Minnesota Public Radio, here’s audio from today’s debate at the Duluth Playhouse between Tom Emmer, Mark Dayton and Tom Horner.
Wooden arch from Duluth’s Spalding Hotel at State Fair
I didn’t ask around, with the crowd as thick as it was, but I’m assuming this big wooden arch must be the one from the Spalding Hotel that was retrofitted into O’Gara’s fairgrounds restaurant in St. Paul.
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Minnesota State Fair attendance record
Saturday, Sept. 4, was a record setter at the Minnesota State Fair. In that single day, 234,384 people attended.
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Vintage Film Equipment For Sale
I’m clearing out the closets and have decided to sell most of my vintage photo/video equipment. I’d like it to go to a person who will actually use it or appreciate its history and value.
There are over a dozen 8mm projectors and video cameras, a few Super 8mm projectors/cameras, and several random Kodak and Polaroid film cameras. Most everything has its original case. Make an offer and let me know what you’re interested in. Thanks for looking!
Labor Day at Amazing Grace
Come to the Grace on Labor Day evening, order a Peach Italian Soda with Cream, sit your butt down, and indulge in the uke-totin, ghetto-blastin, soul-inspirin, smile-makin music of Connor Garvey. Connor comes all the way from Mainetana just to make your day fantastic. Please bring your awesomeness.
Word has it that Tom Murphy, Mandolin king of Bozeman MT (and the world) will be along.
Connor Garvey. He’s not boring.
7pm, Amazing Grace
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Ideas for “Neighborhood Revitalization??”
Three weeks ago, despite countless warnings, I moved into the St. Regis Apartments (up the block from the Kozy). My goal is to be a part of (spearhead?) a revitalization, of sorts. I figure, if something is going to change, I must be an active participant in it (as opposed to ye olde hoping/praying method). The current phase involves increasing the aesthetic through art (murals, etc.). I’m quite curious if anyone has thoughts on this, and most certainly, if anyone would like to get involved. Oh, won’t you please…be my neighbor?