March 2011 Posts

Prospects for the Arrowhead: What do you want for your future?

Mar 03, 2011 31 Comments

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An economic evolution is underway in Northeastern Minnesota. New mining projects, continued development along the North Shore, the growth of health care and increasing numbers of self-employed workers present a fresh generation of choices.

While the economy shows signs of life, the path to prosperity raises tough questions about jobs and quality of life. So what do you want for your future?

MPR News and the Northland’s NewsCenter are holding a community-wide forum on the economic outlook for Duluth and the Arrowhead. We want you for this important discussion. If so, please click here to RSVP.

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News and Current Affairs

Sketches in Ink, Drawings by Lee Zimmerman

Mar 03, 2011 No Comments

March 11 and 12, 5pm – 9pm
The PlayGround (in the Technology Village)

On exhibit will be pen and ink drawings, preliminary performance sketches, and large line drawings. Purchase signed artwork for next to nothing, enjoy the reception (both evenings), and get a glimpse into the inner workings of an artist’s mind. More info.


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Seed Math digital reissue

Mar 03, 2011 7 Comments

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Over a year in 2003-2004, I put out four limited-edition Seed Math albums, one every three months, each corresponding to a season. The music was mostly a hodgepodge of four-track fuckery, kinda like Ween or something. I’m rereleasing all four of these in digital format as a run-up to the release of the new Seed Math album (coming sometime before summer). These rereleases will all be free for the taking. The first of four is out now. Please, won’t you expose your taste buds to this Whitman’s Sampler of lo-fi Casio-rock jams? And, if you like any of it, tell a pal?

RIYL: Ween, NIN, Beatles, Melvins, Zappa, Beck, Flaming Lips, shit like that.

See you later.
Tony


Music

Hands Across the Bridge Putting “People First”

Mar 03, 2011 1 Comment

Today (3/3/11) there is another vigil with activists holding hands from Duluth and Superior across the Bong Bridge (the pathway). The theme would be “people first.”

Wisconsin’s Governor Walker announced his budget and President Obama’s budget just came out, too, so Thursday would be a good day to react to both budgets. We’re keeping the focus on budget cuts and how they affect people across the region. No lectures or anything else. The idea is to have something for media and also to keep citizens engaged.

We’ll be meeting at 5 P.M. and starting to walk toward the center of the bridge to meet fellow activists from the Duluth side.

Bring family and friends and tell everyone you know.

§ Parking is available at Best Western Bay Walk Inn and the Shack at the foot of the Bong Bridge in Superior (not sure about parking on the Duluth side).


Events

Before the Pavement art reception @ Beaner’s Central

Mar 03, 2011 No Comments

The presents of trees in all sizes and many mediums will be on display for the entire month of March! There will be prints available, at a very reasonable price, during the opening, 6p-11p. Musical guests, the North Shore Trio will entertain us with jazz fusion renditions and more.

Happy hour is from 6p-7p!

If you can’t make it to the opening, stop by during March to take a gander and pick up a business card if you’re interested in purchasing a print. If you would like to view my art please visit my website at beforethepavement.blogspot.com, but much more to see at Beaner’s!

-Lesley


Art

Hattie Peterson and Total Freedom Rock @ Lake Ave Cafe on Friday

Mar 02, 2011 No Comments

Lake Avenue Cafe is pleased as punch to present Hattie Peterson and Total Freedom Rock on Friday, March 4, as part of its ‘First Fridays’ live music series. Doors for this exciting performance are at 10pm, the cost is $5, and the show is open to ages 21 and over. Lake Avenue is also offering to sell you tap beers and rail drinks for $3, as well as $5 pizzas. If you are into having a good time, you may want to be a part of this.


Events, Music

UMD Outdoor Gear Swap on Saturday

Mar 02, 2011 No Comments

Join the UMD Outdoor Educators Club at this annual fundraiser, which is a fun rummage sale of outdoor gear! Bring your outdoor gear to sell during the drop off times, and/or come to the sale and take advantage of some great deals! Gear to help people enjoy the outdoors will be sold by students, community members, and local businesses. 15 percent of the sale price is taken to promote outdoor education.

Gear drop-off times:
Friday, March 4, 3-7pm
Saturday, March 5 8-9am

Sale (Open to everyone):
Saturday, March 5, 9:30am-Noon
Meet: Sports & Health Center Room 135


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Warner Reading Series

Mar 02, 2011 No Comments

The College of St. Scholastica presents the seventh annual Warner Reading Series, featuring poet Linda Gregerson.

Friday, March 11, 7:30 p.m.
Somers Lounge @ CSS
Free

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Art

Sara Bareilles concert in Duluth!

Mar 02, 2011 No Comments

The College of St. Scholastica is proud to present Stockfest 7: Sara Bareilles with Trevor Hall, Elizabeth and the Catapult, and Ximena Sarinana! Show is on April 9, doors open at 6 and music starts at 7; tickets are $15 and can be purchased at this link.

We hope to see you there!


Events, Music

Tom & Brandy at Red Mug

Mar 01, 2011 2 Comments

Four Mile Portage


Events, Music

The Tisdales @ R.T. Quinlan’s!

Mar 01, 2011 No Comments


Events, Music

&Hearts

Mar 01, 2011 11 Comments


Random

How to avoid faceplants

Mar 01, 2011 No Comments

Happy Meteorological Spring! It’s time to break out your no-wax skis. Some thoughts and advice from my blog after a recent ski outing to Hartley Park.


Outdoors, Sports

The Acceleratii CD release party!!!

Mar 01, 2011 6 Comments

Happening Friday night, March 4, at Roscoe’s Pioneer Bar, 323 W. Superior St., Duluth. 9ish. No cover.


Events, Music

On Dogs Saving Lives

Mar 01, 2011 19 Comments

After reading the Iditarod racer profiles today and watching four-time champion Lance Mackey moved to tears about a dog who once saved his life, I asked a friend if any cat ever saved anyone?

Credit was given for ridding mice and disease, lowering blood pressure, etc. Then she told me an odd family history story.

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