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Duluth
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Duluth East High School students held the inaugural Swing into Spring Festival Sunday at Peace United Church, offering live music, face painting, crafts and a silent auction. Proceeds (benefiting The Damiano Center, Depot Foundation, Animal Allies and League of Women Voters) will support local nonprofits. WDIO
- ➤ The Duluth Public Library has launched National Library Week fundraising with a $25,000 donation match and an extra $5,000 bonus if 100 donors contribute. The campaign runs Apr. 19-Apr. 25 and includes community events such as story time at Great Lakes Aquarium (free admission on the first day). WDIO
- ➤ North St. Louis County 4-H is recognizing its 41 local volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, with efforts highlighting their roles in youth development programs across the region. Minnesota 4-H relies on over 8,600 volunteers statewide; those interested in helping can call the local Extension office (218-749-7120). WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said that open burning restrictions on yard debris will expand to additional counties today at 8 a.m.—a measure aimed at reducing wildfire risk during warm and dry conditions, with alternatives like composting and chipping encouraged. WDIO
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VOTE DAILY to help launch the LNPK Grocery
Vote daily (April 13-25th) to help Ecolibrium3 win a $27,500 grant to launch the LNPK Grocery this spring. Go to oldnational.com/cyc and enter Ecolibrium3 as your nonprofit of choice.
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Penny Whistle Sound Techniques Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Class fee varies — Learn how to make your penny whistle sing with new techniques and confidence.
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Make Your Own Cold Process Soap Workshop
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Duluth Folk School — $72+ — Create your own all-natural soap from scratch while learning valuable crafting skills.
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The Old 13 String Bandits, Cosmic Otter Club and Kyle Orla
8-11 p.m. — Cedar Lounge Earth Rider Brewery Taproom — $12.44 — Enjoy a dynamic musical evening with a diverse range of folk and string performances.
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JAM Duluth Jazz Crawl
6:30-11 p.m. — The Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub — Free entry — Explore the vibrant jazz scene with live performances from local bands.
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Autism Walk - Northland
10 AM – 1 PM — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Entry fee applies — Celebrate and support the autism and neurodivergent community during this uplifting walk.
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The Music Man
12 AM – 9 PM — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a classic musical comedy about a charming salesman and his adventures in River City.
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Beginner Crochet Workshop
5:30-8 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration fee required — Learn the basics of crochet and create your first project.
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Bored Teachers Comedy Tour
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter with the funniest teacher-comedians and their new jokes.
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DIY Mother's Day Bouquets
9-11 a.m. — Whole Foods Co-op Hillside — Free entry — Create a charming bouquet for the special caretaker in your life just in time for Mother's Day.
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Lotion Lab with Mix Cosmetiques
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Whole Foods Co-op Denfeld — $20 — Get hands-on in crafting your own natural lotion in this creative skincare workshop.
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