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Travis Zimmerman and Sam Zimmerman will present their new children's book, How The Birds Got Their Songs. The Great Spirit challenges all the birds to a contest and the gift of birdsong is born. This traditional story, told in both English and Ojibwe, explains bird behavior and where humans should go to hear the prettiest of birdsongs. This story handed down through author Travis Zimmerman's family, features traditional knowledge from the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Grand Portage…
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This course we will focus on the fundamental building blocks of story by examining “story beats” in both literary classics and by reading flash fiction examples. After examining examples, participants will have a variety of prompts to craft a narrative or come ready with your own idea ready to edit. Students will leave with a piece ready to pitch to the variety of literary magazines, both virtually and in print.
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This course we will focus on the fundamental building blocks of story by examining...
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Staci Lola Drouillard presents her new children's book, A Family Tree. Drouillard lives and works in her hometown of Kitchibitobig — Grand Marais. Her first book for adults, Walking the Old Road: A People’s History of Chippewa City and the Grand Marais Anishinaabe, won the Hamlin Garland Prize in Popular History, the Northeastern Minnesota Book Award for nonfiction and was a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award.
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Staci Lola Drouillard presents her new children's book, A Family Tree. Drouillard lives and...
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This week's theme: Harry Potter and his gang of wizards.
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This week's theme: Harry Potter and his gang of wizards.
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This two-hour course is intended for attendees to examine first, second and third-person points of view, as well as omniscient. Through reading examples of each, the group can gain a better understanding of what works, what doesn’t, and why. Through imagery and writing prompts, participants have an opportunity to tell the same story from a variety of viewpoints.
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Cheri Johnson will be at Zenith Bookstore signing copies of her new book Annika Rose. Johnson has won grants and residencies from organizations such as the McKnight Foundation, the Bush Foundation, Yaddo and the Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown. She studied writing at the University of Minnesota, Hollins University and Augsburg University.
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Cheri Johnson will be at Zenith Bookstore signing copies of her new book Annika...
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Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Duluth Public Library host the Adventure Book Club at Chambers Grove, discussing Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The group will be joined by Shannon Kresner from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, who will lead a low impact plant walk and identification session. Register with Parks and Recreation at rec1.com.
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Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Duluth Public Library host the Adventure Book Club...
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A webinar for local community organizations to learn more about the UMD Sustainability Portal. Hosted by the University of Minnesota Duluth Institute on the Environment led by Dr. Julie Etterson and Jinny Alexander.
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A webinar for local community organizations to learn more about the UMD Sustainability Portal....
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North and Shore welcomes two authors into their shop this summer for read-alouds, meet-and greet and a free hands-on craft. These events are recommended for ages 4-10. Kids can bring along a book club activity book and questions for the author. On June 29, author Aimee Bissonette will give a reading of her book North Woods Girl from Minnesota. . On July 20, local author and illustrator Betsy Bowen will give a reading of her book Antler, Bear, Canoe.
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North and Shore welcomes two authors into their shop this summer for read-alouds, meet-and...
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The Duluth Public Library in conversation with Conservation Minnesota and author Shawna Weaver, Ph.D., discuss Climate Grief: From Coping to Resilience and Action. The book captures Dr. Weaver's experience in environmental justice activism and brings to light the complexities of the intersection between climate change, personal wellness and scalable sustainability solutions.
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The Duluth Public Library in conversation with Conservation Minnesota and author Shawna Weaver, Ph.D.,...
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Local author and journalist Joe Friedrichs will discuss his new book, Last Entry Point: Stories of Danger and Death in the Boundary Waters, during this author event at Zenith Bookstore. In Last Entry Point, experienced paddler and longtime regional journalist Joe Friedrichs gathers tales that involve tragedy or near-misses, interviewing people who confronted danger and walked away, as well as those whose loved ones died in the wilderness. He talks with search and rescue teams to learn what goes into…
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Local author and journalist Joe Friedrichs will discuss his new book, Last Entry Point:...
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Meet at Lester Park pavilion to discuss Leif Enger's book, I Cheerfully Refuse. Enger takes readers on a surrealist quest across Lake Superior in this new novel. The book discussion will be followed by a hike led by Duluth Parks and Recreation.
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Meet at Lester Park pavilion to discuss Leif Enger's book, I Cheerfully Refuse. Enger...
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The American Indian Community Housing Organization and Zenith Bookstore celebrate author Dr. Anton Treuer as he debuts his novel for young readers, Where Wolves Don't Die. Joining him in conversation at The Depot Theatre is Duluth author Tashia Hart. Dr. Treuer is professor of Ojibwe at Bemidji State University and author of many award-winning books. His professional work in education, history, Indigenous studies, and long service as an officiant at Ojibwe tribal ceremonies have made him a consummate storyteller in…
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Children can engage with books through song, dance, instrument play and follow-up activities based on a story. This week: "Ada's Violin: The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay." Children can make their own instrument out of recycled materials. Some materials will be provided and children are encouraged to bring materials like cardboard boxes, cans, cartons, string and any other things that they may want to use to build their own instrument. Best for ages 6-10. Children should bring their…
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