Programs & Events

 
 

Upcoming programs and events

Extension Master Gardener Events & Programs

Gardening at the Library Series

Ready to get your hands dirty? Or at least, your gardening gloves? Extension Master Gardeners are offering free virtual classes covering a variety of home gardening topics from spring to fall this year!
Classes take place on the first Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm.
To participate online, visit duluthlibrary.org. Go to Events and then Calendar on the Library website to register.
 
May 2
Principles & Design for Residential Pollinator Habitats
June 6 Gardening in Containers and Small Spaces
August 1 Seed Saving
September 5 Growing Garlic
October 3 TBA
November 7 Inflammation
 

4-H Events & Programs

Incredible Exchange

The 4-H Incredible Exchange is a summer volunteer program for youth ages 13 - 15. Youth who are residents of south St. Louis County and are between the ages of 13 - 15 are eligible to apply. Enrollment for The 4-H Incredible Exchange opens in January and closes on April 30. Youth must be 13 - 15 years old by June 1 of the program year. For more information visit: z.umn.edu/4hie

 
Click here to apply: Incredible Exchange Enrollment Form
 

NE 4-H Camp @ Long Lake Conservation Center

Youth in grades 3-6 are invited to join us as we explore nature through hands-on activities, outdoor recreation, and camp games. Join 4-H for a 3-day, 2-night adventure June 26-28, 2024, at the beautiful Long Lake Conservation Center [28952 438th Lane, Palisade, MN 56469].

Registration is open now through 4honline.com and closes May 31.
 

SSL County 4-H Showcase at the Proctor Fair

The 2024 South St. Louis County 4-H Showcase in Proctor is fast approaching and we look forward to the July 2 Entry Day.
Just a reminder, families are required to register their 4-H showcase exhibits in FairEntry - https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/19973.
Fair registration opens on Monday, May 15th.
The fair registration closes on Sunday, June 15th.
Please refer to the links below for more information.
Please call the Extension Office if you have any questions regarding the fair registration process!
218-733-2870
We look forward to seeing you at the Fair!

St. Louis County 4-H Showcase at the St. Louis County Fair in Chisholm

The 2024 4-H Showcase at the St. Louis County Fair in Chisholm is fast approaching and we look forward to the July 30 Entry Day.
Just a reminder, families are required to register their 4-H showcase exhibits in FairEntry - https://fairentry.com/Fair/SignIn/19974.
Fair registration opens on Monday, May 15th.
The fair registration closes on Wednesday, July 15th.
Please refer to the links below for more information.
Please call the Extension Office if you have any questions regarding the fair registration process!
218-749-7120
We look forward to seeing you at the Fair!
 

Youth in Action Events & Programs

Young Leaders Alliance

Explore our community this summer! Be a part of the Young Leaders Alliance, a new YIA group focused on connecting with innovative organizations and businesses in St. Louis County that are making an impact and giving back to our community.
 
Youth in SLC can sign-up for this three day tour of the county that will include a variety of locations in four cities. The dates are June TBD in Ely, July 10th in Hibbing & Virginia, and August 1st in Duluth. Students interested in participating should be available to commit to all three days. Transportation and lunch is included. Watch for more info regarding specific visit sites coming soon!
 
 

Other Events

The Aquatic Invasive Species Detectors Core Course will be offered in St. Louis County (at the Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth) on June 7th and registration is open. We're also excited because thanks to a grant from the NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, we're able to offer the Duluth workshop at no cost for participants.
 
For more information, visit: https://maisrc.umn.edu/detectors-core

Contact

Duluth Extension Office
218-733-2870
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Virginia Extension Office
218-749-7120
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