October Calendar

Alternate Weekly Parking Schedule
Change sides Sundays between 4-8 p.m.
09/30 - even numbered side
10/07 - odd
10/14 - even
10/21 - odd
10/28 - even

All phone numbers listed have the 218 area code unless specified otherwise.

ONGOING
Duluth Laughing Club every Monday 12:10-12:20 p.m. Duluth Civic Center in
front of the St. Louis County Bldg.
Tweed Museum of Art Gallery Talk each Saturday at 2 p.m. A free, informal tour of current museum exhibitions.
East Hillside Community Club
1st Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Grant Rec. Center, 901 E. 11th St.
Northland Childbirth Collective Topic Night 1st Thursday, 7 p.m. Peace Church, 1111 N. 11th Ave. E. Contact Emily 218-393-7042 for more info.
Neighborhood District 5 1st Thursday, 7 p.m. Central Hillside Center, 12 E. 4th St.
The Hillsider Board 2nd Monday, 6:30 p.m. HBA office, 928½ E. 4th St.
The Arrowhead Stamp Club 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 p.m. Rainbow Senior Ctr.
The Twin Ports Coin and Currency Club 2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m. Rainbow Senior Center.
Campus Neighbors 3rd Tuesday, 7 p.m. Grant Rec. Center, 901 E. 11th St.
Hillside Business Association 3rd Wednesday, 12 p.m. Village Place meeting room, 602 E. 5th St.
Neighborhood District 7 3rd Thursday,
7 p.m. Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2012 E. Superior St.
Park Point Community Club 3rd Thursday, 7 p.m. Lafayette Square, 3026 Minnesota Ave.
At Home in East Hillside 4th Tuesday,
5:30 p.m. Grant Rec. Ctr., 901 E. 11th St.
Central Hillside Community Club meets when needed 4th Tuesday, contact Gene 591-2682
Gloria Dei Community Breakfast
4th Saturday, 9-10:30 a.m. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 219 N. 6th Ave. E.
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Zumba Mondays, starting Oct. 1, 7–8 p.m. Temple Israel, 1402 E. 2nd St. This six week fitness program is set to upbeat Latin music. You do not need a partner or know how to dance to take this class. Can be adapted to all fitness levels. $30. Contact Judy at 340-7738 for registration information. Limited scholarships available, call Patch at 728-4287.

CORE FOUR Business Planning Course Tuesdays, Oct. 2-Oct. 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m., or Thursdays, Oct. 25-Nov.15, Ordean Bldg. $244 (financial assistance available for eligible participants). Call 1-800-422-0374 to register or go to info@entrepreneurfund.org

The Morgan Park neighborhood planning session with LHB will be held on Tuesday Oct. 2, 6-7:30 p.m. The Good Fellowship Club in Morgan Park. The West Duluth neighborhood planning session with ARI will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 6-7:30 p.m. City Center West. All residents, businesses owners, property owners and anyone who lives, works and plays in these two neighborhoods are encouraged to attend.

Creating Neighborhoods That Work-At Home in Duluth Showcase & Assembly Saturday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m.-noon, First United Methodist (Coppertop) Church. Welcoming remarks from Congressman Oberstar, 9:30 a.m. This is an opportunity to come together in support of Duluth’s five core neighborhoods: East & Central Hillsides, Lincoln Park, West Duluth and Morgan Park. Childcare by Little Treasures is provided upon request; call NHS at 727-8604. The free event is open to the public.

Washington Galleries presents "Works by Sandra Swenson" Opening reception Saturday, Oct. 6, 6-8 p.m. 315 N. Lake Ave. Sculpture relief of magical and mystical proportions on exhibit Saturdays/Sundays, Oct. 7-28, 1-5 p.m.

"Nuclear Power is Not the Answer" presented by Dr. Helen Caldicott, Tuesday, Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m. College of St. Scholastica Mitchell Auditorium. Dr. Caldicott’s mission is to educate colleagues and the public about the dangers of nuclear power, nuclear weapons and nuclear war. No charge. For more information call 723-5940.

Project Homeless Connect Community Wide “Night without a Home” Sleep Out Saturday, Oct. 13, 7 p.m.-7 a.m. Join in with your neighbors throughout the city to raise donations that will help those in our community who won’t have a warm bed or even shelter during this upcoming cold winter season. Consider joining us at one of the designated locations or at your own site. Contact Kim for further information 625-1739 or www.chumduluth.org.

Introduction to Business Planning Thursday, Oct. 18, 5:30-7 p.m. Ordean Bldg, free of charge. Register at 1-800-422-0374; info@entrepreneurfund DOT org.

Another Third Saturday Dance, Oct. 20, 6:30 p.m. YWCA, 202 W. 2nd St. Featuring Four Mile Portage String Band “The Thrill on the Hill”. All dances taught. Everyone welcome. $8 adults, $5 members, seniors, students, low income. $2 kids under 12. Tots are free. FFI call 728-1438.

Restoring Campus Communities Monday, Oct. 22, 7 p.m. East Hillside Community Center 1406 E. 2nd St. Our mission is to bring together and facilitate dialogue and problem-solving among neighbors living near university campuses. Contact Denise 591-1104 or restoringcampuscommunities@yahoo DOT com

4th Annual “Area 61” UFO Convention Saturday, Oct. 20, 1 p.m.-
2 a.m. Lakeview Castle, 5135 North Shore Dr. Featuring lectures, witness forum, movies, art show, costume contest, games, vendors, food, music and more. Music begins at 8 p.m. $5 admission. Contact Jim and Allen Richardson gonzoscience@hotmail DOT com or go to www.gonzoscience.com

Boo Hoo Ball—A Costume Gala Saturday, Oct. 20, 7 p.m.-midnight. The Duluth Art Institute, 2229 W. 2nd St. A benefit for Little Treasures Childcare and Family Center. This season’s most eerie evening for grown-up ghouls is just around the corner; live music, hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, silent auction and costume contest. Cost is $65 per ticket. For more info call 348-3517.

I Am Dying Of Alzheimer’s, But There Is Still A Person In Here Monday, Oct. 22, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Marshall School Chapel, 1215 Rice Lake Rd. Forum presented by The Greater Duluth End-of-Life Coalition who serves as a catalyst to improve experiences at the end of life through enhanced community awareness, understanding of options, education and participation. Free and open to the community. Tim Robinson, GDEOLC@charter DOT net.

Halloween Carnival! Thursday, Oct. 25, 5-7 p.m. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1710 E. Superior St.-Greysolon Road entrance. A dinner will be served and goodie bags handed out for children to fill as they move through several game areas, face painting, and a "spooky alley" that children can go through. Children and adults are encouraged to wear non-violent costumes. No masks allowed. Come and enjoy the free fun!
PAVSA's Annual Art Auction Saturday, Nov. 10, Holiday Inn Great Lakes Ballroom. Tickets are on sale now for $45 by calling 726-1442.

Submit your calendar events to Mona:
monajc AT hotmail DOT com

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Connecting the Dots, Groups get together to revitalize Duluth's core neighborhoods

Gather with your friends and neighbors at the First United Methodist Church (The Coppertop, 230 E. Skyline Parkway) the morning of Saturday, Oct. 6 to attend “Connect the Dots.” Learn what people in your neighborhood and other neighborhoods are doing to make Duluth a better place to live.

The main program is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Congressman James Oberstar will kick-off the presentation. More than 20 booths will be open before and following the program until 12 noon after the program. Childcare, refreshments and entertainment are provided. Transportation will also be provided to those that need it. Phone Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) at (218) 727-8604 for transportation and/or childcare.
“Connecting the Dots” is creating a collaborative effort to revitalize thee core neighborhoods of Duluth. Central Hillside, East Hillside and Lincoln Park have already completed plans through the “At Home in Duluth” collaborative. The “At Home” plans will implement housing, commercial and other neighborhood improvement activities.

The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (Duluth LISC) is dedicated to bringing private, nonprofit and pubic sectors together to transform distressed neighborhoods into healthy communities. This includes reducing blight, helping to provide jobs and creating a great place to raise children.

“The purpose (of the Oct. 6 “Connecting the Dots event) is to reach out to people and get more neighbors, businesses and more community leaders to help our neighborhoods be the best they can,” said Pam Kramer, executive director of Duluth LISC. She said that the phrase, “Connecting the dots,” is used to recognize that there are so many good things happening in Duluth that can be strengthened by bringing people and programs together. And while many of the improvements have to do with the physical state of homes and storefronts, other issues such as increasing income, job training, recreation and making neighborhoods safe are also a part of the bigger picture.

Kramer said, “The event is a huge collective effort by the neighborhood residents, “At Home” collaborative members plus many business and philanthropic partners like Mercury Investment, Minnesota Power, North Shore Bank of Commerce, SMDC, State Farm, US Bank, Wells Fargo and many more including APEX, City of Duluth, Duluth Chamber, Duluth HRA, and the Northland Foundation. (See advertisement on this page to see all sponsors.)
Through “At Home,” older, deteriorated housing is being upgraded, low-income families assisted into homeownership and new homes constructed on vacant, infill lots. The “At Home” initiative also led to the creation of two employer-assisted homeownership programs generating 108 home-buyers over the past five years. (For information on these home-ownership programs phone (218) 727-8624.)

Improving the neighborhood means more than just fixing up dilapidated buildings. It means making sure there are activities for the children, friendly parks with areas for people to meet and walk their dogs, and feeling comfortable and safe enough to walk to the store. When people feel good about their neighborhood, people from other neighborhoods feel comfortable visiting and doing their shopping.

The August 2006 issue of “The Hillsider” interviewed Scott Neustal, owner of Ski Hut. Neustal says independently owned neighborhood stores are vital to the success of small business. If customers don’t feel comfortable shopping because of the surrounding neighborhood, small business owners will go out of business. Any thing businesses can do to add to the quality of life for residents comes back to benefit the businesses and customers of those businesses.
Jim Capraro, a consultant for LISC visited Duluth in May. He told Duluthians about the successful revitalization of the southwest Chicago neighborhood surrounding Marquette Park. The key to success for this neighborhood was getting people to take “ownership” of the plans. They did this by getting to know and trust one another.

Everyone has ideas on how to make Duluth a better place to live. This summer and fall political candidates have spouted their ideas on how they would improve Duluth if elected. Duluth needs more than just the elected officials and non-profits working to improve our town. Learn what your neighbors and others throughout Duluth are doing to make Duluth a better place to live. Whether your income is large or small, no matter what your race or education, Duluth needs you to “Connect the Dots.”
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 6.
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