Good morning, Duluth.

The Duluth Folk School held its first Christmas Carol sing-along on December 21 in Lincoln Park, where Bruce Allen led guests in singing holiday classics and enjoying treats from Dovetail Cafe.

Jay Cooke State Park hosted a winter solstice snowshoe saunter that united community members to enjoy outdoor exercise and sunlight benefits; Dan Cocchiarella (interpretive naturalist) said the event brings light to the shortest day.

Minnesota Power ended its role as a power purchaser at the Nemadji Trail Energy Center in Superior after local zoning was denied and key permits expired.

The withdrawal stops plans to buy part of the plant's output.

Resource Renew has launched its annual Treecycling program for disposing of old Christmas trees (free of decorations).

The service runs Dec. 21 to Jan. 31 at several Duluth sites and turns trees into compost.

Memorial Blood Centers is calling on local donors as winter causes a drop in donations + interested individuals are encouraged to visit the website to sign up.

IIHF World Junior Championship: USA vs Finland

6-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — $20 admission — Experience the excitement of junior ice hockey as USA takes on Finland in a thrilling match.

Climes Live: Music, Pizza & Brews

7-10 p.m. — Fitger's Barrel Room — Food and drinks available for purchase — Enjoy poignant music by Climes alongside delicious pizza and brews in a cozy setting.

Duluth Novelists Monthly Meetup

1-3 p.m. — Wild State Cider — No entry fee — Collaborate with fellow novelists to enhance your writing craft and projects.

Epilepsy Support Group for Adults in Duluth

6-7 p.m. — Caribou Coffee — Free entry — Connect with others in a supportive environment to share experiences about managing epilepsy.

MOONCATS Family Concert

1-3 p.m. — Spirit of the Lake Community Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy family-friendly live music in a warm community atmosphere this winter.