51st Juneteenth Jamboree

Hosted by Duluth Branch NAACP

When:

June 19, 3:00–7:00pm

Where:

Central Hillside Community Center

Here we go again to celebrate Juneteenth with community, fun, family, and a whole lot of entertainment! Join us for the biggest and best celebration of Juneteenth the city has to offer. For more information or to sign up as vendor, volunteer, or info table email Juneteenth@duluthnaacp.org.

Navigating Difficult Conversations

Sponsored by Rural Assembly

When:

June 17 & 24 1:00pm CT

Where:

Online

Do you struggle with holding difficult conversations? Avoiding conflict may feel easier in the short term, but it often leads to disconnection, resentment, and missed opportunities for growth. Led by an expert facilitator, this interactive series explores how to approach hard conversations with clarity, confidence, and compassion at home, at work, and in your community.

Public Meeting to Urge Rep. Stauber to Vote Against Cuts to Our Safety Net

ISAIAH

When:

June 16, 10:00—11:00am

Where:

Congressman Stauber's office
5094 Miller Trunk Hwy Suite 900
Hermantown, MN

Join small business owners, local elected leaders, clergy, healthcare and social service providers and community members to engage Rep. Stauber's office about the devastating impact of proposed federal legislation to gut Medicaid, which provides healthcare to a quarter of the people of CD8 and SNAP, which keeps our communities fed.

Fund Families, Not Billionaires

Sign our petition by June 15

No Kings Community Gathering

sponsored by We Are Rising & Resisting (W.A.R.R.) Indivisible

When:

June 14, 3:00-5:00pm

Where:

Iron Man
897 Iron World Drive
Chisholm

They’ve gone too far!

This is bigger than political disagreement. They’ve defied our courts, deported American citizens, disappeared people off the streets, and slashed our services—all while orchestrating a massive giveaway to their billionaire friends . Enough is enough!

Donald Trump thinks his rule is absolute, but in America, we don’t do “kings.”

For anyone who thinks he’s gone too far, please join us for a peaceful rally in support of democracy.

Speakers, food, and games. We will also be accepting donations for local veterans programs.

A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.

No Kings - Twin Cities

Hosted by Indivisible Twin Cities

When:

June 14, 11:00am–3:00pm

Where:

Minnesota State Capitol
75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
Saint Paul, MN
(Gather together at St. Paul College before the march)

The Hands Off Coalition of Indivisible Twin Cities, MN 50501, Women's March MN, and the AFL-CIO MN are organizing the Twin Cities metro area event on June 14!

No Kings - Prescott, WI

When:

June 14, 11:00am–3:00pm

Where:

North side of the St. Croix bridge
Highway 10
Prescott, WI

No Kings - Hudson, WI

When:

June 14, 11:00am–2:30pm

Where:

Bandshell in Lakefront Park
505 1st St
Hudson, WI

Please join us in Hudson WI on Saturday June 14, anytime between 11AM - 2:30PM, to take part in any or all of our day's family-friendly events, including:

No Kings - Stillwater

When:

June 14, 12:00–2:00pm

Where:

Oak Park Crossing Park
15125 60th St N
Stillwater, MN

Duluth No Kings!

Hosted by Duluth 50501

When:

June 14, 12:00–1:30pm

Where:

Superior Street & Lake Avenue, Duluth, MN

They’ve defied our courts, deported Americans, disappeared people off the streets, attacked our civil rights, and slashed our services.

The corruption has gone too far. No thrones. No crowns. No kings.

NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

No Kings Millinery March

Hosted by Good Trouble Indivisible

When:

June 14, 10:30am–12;00pm

Where:

Leif Erikson Park
1301 London Rd
Duluth, MN 55805
(Start at Leif Erickson park at 10:30am, march along the Lakewalk, through Canal Park, then ending at the Duluth 50501 protest downtown at noon)

Join us on the beautiful Duluth Lake Walk as we mock Trump's military parade with our very own "Millinery" March. Wear your very best - silly hats! Fancy hats! Vintage hats! Patriotic hats! Fishing hats! (You get the idea.) Prizes for best in show.

In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve watched as they’ve cracked down on free speech, detained people for their political views, threatened to deport American citizens, and defied the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.

Grand Rapids — NO Kings Day

When:

June 14, 10:30am-12:00pm

Where:

Old Central School
10 NW 5th St
Grand Rapids, MN

Virginia — NO Kings Day

When:

June 14, 6:00-8:00pm

Where:

Olcott Park Fountain
901 9th St N
Virginia, MN

We're not subjects. We're the people.

Ely — NO Kings Day

When:

June 14, 11:00am-1:00pm

Where:

Whiteside Park

'No Kings' regional mobilization

June 14

Indivisible and a coalition of pro-democracy partner organizations announced the NO KINGS Nationwide Day of Defiance on Flag Day (June 14). The actions are set to take place during Donald Trump’s military parade in Washington, D.C., on June 14. Instead of allowing this military parade to be the center of gravity, activists will make action everywhere else the story of America that day.

Events West of 35W

Greater Minnesota

Chisholm

3–5 : Iron Man

Virgina

6–8 : Olcott Park Fountain

Cloquet

9:30–11:30 : Private Location Register at NoKings.org

Duluth

10:30 : Meet at Leif Erickson Park

Duluth

12–1:30 : Superior Street & Lake Avenue

Duluth

5–7 : Chester Park

ElY

11–1 : Whiteside Park

Two Harbors

2:30–4 : Two Harbors Band Shell Park

Fargo Moorhead

1–3 : Fargo City Hall

Grand Forks

1:30–3:30 : Town Square GF

Thief River Falls

11:30–1 : City Hall

International Falls

12–1 : Smokey Bear Park

Bemidji

1–3 : NorthWest Indian Community Development Center

Park Rapids

10–12 : US 71 & MN 34

Detroit Lakes

11–2 : Washington & HWY 10 (City Park 12-2)

Grand Rapids

10:30–12 : Old Central School

Brainerd

11–12 : Washington & 6th ST

Fergus Falls

12–1 : Spies Park & Riverfront Marketplace

Alexandria

10:30–12 : 150 9th Ave W

ST Cloud

11–1 : Courthouse Square

Cyrus

2–5 : Donut Lake Park

Morris

10–11:30 : 400 Colorado Ave

Madison

12–1 : US 75 & Minnesota 40

Willmar

10—11 : Robbins Island Regional Park

New Ulm

12—1 : 2 N Broadway ST

Hutchinson

12—1 : Library Square

Mankato

11—12:30 : Warren St & South Broad St

Duluth flag day
No kings National day of action

When:

June 14, 5-7pm

Where:

Chester Park
1800 E. Skyline Parkway

Everyone is Welcome. Bring your friends & neighbors.

Stop the ICE Raids!

sponsored by Northwoods Socialist Collective

When:

June 12, 5:00–6:00pm

Where:

Lake Ave & Superior Street

The scenes from Los Angeles are incredible. And the massive outpouring of folks against the ICE raids is truly inspiring. This Thursday there are going to be two events in Duluth where folks can stand in solidarity with the protests in LA. - one at noon and one at 5pm. Help us spread the word! FROM DULUTH TO L.A. ~ STOP THE RAIDS!

Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial

Day of Remembrance

When:

June 12, 12:00pm

Where:

CJM Memorial
(the corner of E 1st St & N 2nd Ave E)

Fight for Our Future: For the People

Hosted by Sister District Project

When

June 10, 8:00–9:00pm EDT

Where

Online

As we reflect on the first 100 days of this presidential administration, one thing is clear: the voices of everyday people are more powerful—and more needed—than ever.

Join Sister District on June 10 for Fight for Our Future: For the People to hear directly from the elected officials, alumni, and volunteers driving the movement to build progressive power in the states. From breaking major legislative barriers to fueling grassroots momentum on the ground, these stories show what’s possible when people come together to fight for change.

4th Annual Trans Joy Fest

Hosted by Trans Northland

When:

June 8, 11:00am—04:00pm

Where:

Park Point Rec Area, Duluth

Save the Date for the 4th Annual Trans Joy Fest in Duluth, MN! This year, there will be tons to check out and explore at our event.

Defend our Constitution Rally

International Falls

When:

Friday, June 6, 4:30—5:30pm

Where:

Smokey Bear Park

Bridge Brigade Fridays

When:

Fridays until the end of June, 4:30–5:30 CT

Where:

Bridge at 25th Street East
(park behind Perkins)

Bring a sign. Everyone welcome.

Everything You Wanted to Know About Tariffs But Were Afraid to Ask

Sponsored by Rural Urban Bridge Assemble
with Lori Wallach from Rethink Trade

When:

June 4, 4:00pm ET (3:00pm CT)

Where:

Online

Tariffs are, literally, all the rage these days. Are they always bad? Can they ever be useful? How do they impact rural industries and communities? Trade attorney Lori Wallach will tell us how we got into this mess and discuss how we can understand tariffs in the context of global trade agreements going back to 1944.

Resistance Lab 101 Virtual Training

When:

Sunday, June 1, 1:00–2:30 CT

Where:

Online

The scary truth is that democracies fall in a matter of months. This training, launched by U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, responds to our immediate, urgent need to quickly build our capacity to resist.

The training program is designed to build our movement. It looks at how non-violent movements around the world have responded to leaders who seized power in authoritarian ways and the most effective tools and tactics to utilize in these moments.

Sanctuary Everywhere

Jews Against Deportations — ICE Watch Training

When:

Tuesday, June 10, 7:00—8:30pm CT

Where:

Online

Join us on Tuesday, June 10 at 8PM ET for a crucial ICE Watch training with IfNotNow, Never Again Action, and Jews for Racial and Economic Justice.

On the call, we'll learn about how anti-Arab racism is baked into the detention and deportation machine, discuss what to do if ICE shows up in your community, and explore new ways to plug in and act on our values to not comply.

Power Rising Summer

Sponsored by Arena

When:

Starts June 10

Where:

Online

Whether you’re a seasoned organizer, newly politicized, or somewhere in between, Power Rising Summer is your invitation to turn frustration into action. Throughout the summer, we’re hosting a series of virtual events to help you plug in, build power, and find your place in the fight, no matter where you’re starting from.

Easy A: Meaningful Actions You Can Take in 5 Minutes or Less

from Red Wine & Blue

When:

Ongoing

Where:

Online

Easy A is your go-to source for quick and easy actions you can take in five minutes or less about the issues you care about.

Palestine Teach-In

sponsored by the Palestine Solidarity Working Group, Duluth

When:

May 31, 9:30am–2:00pm

Where:

Pilgrim Congregational Church
2310 East 4th Street
Duluth, MN

SUMUD Northland would like to invite you to a Palestine Teach-In sponsored by the Palestine Solidarity Working Group in Duluth.

VFP Memorial Day Alternative Observance

Sponsored by Veterans for Peace-Chapter 80

When:

May 26, 10:00–11:00am

Where:

Gichi-Ode' Akiing Park, Duluth
(the old Lake Place Park above the lake walk)

Mourn the Fallen - Heal the Wounded - Work for Peace

The public is invited. We will remember the fallen with a solemn bell ringing ceremony to honor All the victims of war. There will be music and discussion the tragedy in Gaza and the continuing problems with veteran's health.

POP-UP Protest to defend Medicaid

Urge Stauber to vote No

When:

May 22, 12:00–1:00pm

Where:

Congressman Stauber's office
5094 Miller Trunk Hwy Suite 900
Hermantown, MN

The House votes soon as the bill comes out of committee on Wednesday. 25% of Congressman Stauber's constituents are on Medicaid.

Call to action - Flood the zone

Urge Stauber to vote No

When:

May recess

Where:

Online to sign up

Congress is set to vote on a budget reconciliation bill that extends tax cuts to the very wealthy while gutting vital programs and funding Minnesotans rely on every single day.

Help Pete Stauber do the right thing! Call his office in Washington and encourage him to vote NO on this dangerous bill.

Pete Stauber has repeatedly refused to host or attend in person town halls. We are demanding that he meet with his constituents in District 8!

Request a meeting with Stauber at his district office in Hermantown during the upcoming May recess. Click the link and complete the short form to request a meeting.

Finding Trusted News Sources

Training opportunity

Sponsored by Red Wine & Blue

When:

Tuesday, May 22, 7:30pm ET

Where:

Online

Online disinformation is everywhere right now, but we can each make a few simple changes to our daily scrolling habits to make sure that the truth ultimately wins.

The Threat to Voting by the SAVE Act and President's Executive Order

When:

May 20, 7:00pm

Where:

Online (Zoom)

Millions of voters, including Minnesotans, could be disenfranchised by the SAVE Act, executive orders, and other actions of Congress.

Join Clean Elections MN for a conversation with Secretary of State Steve Simon and Deirdre Schifeling, the ACLU's National Political Advocacy Director, to discuss the threats to voting.

Patient Needs before Corporate Greed

MN Nurses Association

When:

Tuesday, May 20, 5:30pm

Where:

Duluth City Hall

Rally to Put Patient Needs Before Corporate Greed!

MNA and community allies will be rallying in Duluth to call out the corporate greed of hospital CEOs. The rally will include a speaking program of several MNA and community speakers.

The State of the Media in America - Virtual

Training opportunity

When:

Tuesday, May 20, 6:30 pm

Where:

Online

Join us for a discussion with media policy expert and author Victor Pickard to explore what’s working, what’s failing, and what we can all do to support factual news and journalism.

Rally for families

When:

Saturday, May 17, 4:00–5:30pm

Where:

Lake Ave & Superior St

Help us defend the programs that support northland families.

Community Solutions Education Summit: Building Solidarity

When:

Saturday, May 17, 9:00am-4:00pm

Where:

AICHO, Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center
212 West 2nd Street

Building community and power to create change. The summit will focus on a vision for improving our public education systems for our students, teachers, and staff.

Ely Demonstration for Compassion, Democracy, and the Rule of Law

When:

Saturday, May 17, 11:00am-1:00pm

Where:

Whiteside Park, Ely, MN

Bring peace. Bring signs. Bring stories. Bring friends. Bring picnic supplies to connect over lunch. Some snacks provided.

Data-Driven Democracy: Reaching Voters with Digital Tools

Training opportunity

When:

May 14, 12:00pm CT

Where:

Zoom

In an era where understanding data is key to effectively reaching and engaging with potential voters, effective analysis and practical application is essential to any good voter registration plan. But where to start?

A Benefit for Ukraine organized by Paul Metsa

When:

Wednesday, May 14, 7:00pm

Where:

Sacred Heart Music Center
201 West 4th Street
Duluth, MN.

Cost

$20-$25

Artists scheduled to appear include: Mark & Nancy Rubin, Erin Aldridge, Christopher David Hanson, John Ward and Lori Hatten, Whiskey River, Tim Martin, Breanne Marie Tepler, Sonja Martin, George Ellsworth, The Climes, Duluth-Superior Harbormasters, Liesel Wilson and The Mahon Brothers.

Concert organizer and performer Paul Metsa will host the event beginning at 7 pm Wednesday, May 14. All proceeds will be donated to the Nova Ukraine.

This concert will also be livestreamed on the Sacred Heart Music Center YouTube channel by Two Harbors Media.

Hands Off! Stop the Billionaires Rally

sponsored by AFL/CIO

When:

May 13, 5:00-6:30pm

Where:

MN State Capital

Minnesotans are standing up in inspiring numbers against Donald Trump's and Elon Musk's radical attacks on workers & our collective bargaining rights, public services and our communities. On May 13, working people from across the state are saying "'Hands Off!' our critical services from Medicaid to our environment to public schools.

Know your rights

When:

Monday, May 12, 5:30-7:00pm

Where:

Ely Folk School

This free presentation is about people's rights and interactions with police/ ICE

Rally to support Superior National Forest & Employees

When:

Friday, May 9, 4:00–5:30pm

Where:

8901 Grand Ave, Duluth

35W bridge protest Rush City to Sandstone

Presented by the Indivisible Brigade

When:

Friday, May 9, 4:00–5:00pm

Where:

Sandstone - Exit 191
Pine City - Exit 171
Rock Creek - Exit 165
Rush City - Exit 159

35W bridge Moose Lake

Cloquet Area Indivisible Moose Lake branch

When:

Friday, May 9, 4:30–6:00pm

Where:

Exit 214 (park at Lucky 7 gas station)

35W bridge Mahtowa

Cloquet Area Indivisible

When:

Friday, May 9, 4:30–6:00pm

Where:

Exit 227

35W bridge Esko

Northland Protests

When:

Friday, May 9, 5:00–6:00pm

Where:

Exit 242

35W bridge Duluth

50501

When:

Friday, May 9, 4:00–6:00pm

Where:

Pedestrian bridge between 27th and 40th Avenue West

In Duluth, people will be gathering on the pedestrian overpass bridge (between 27th and 40th Avenue West) at 4pm. The closest parking is near the Wade stadium, then follow the road towards the pedestrian bridge path.

Two Harbors Protest

Two Harbors Breakwall Indivisible

When:

Friday, May 9, 5:00–6:00pm

Where:

On Hwy 61 in front of Lakeview Cemetery

Support our Shared Public Lands, Waters & OUtdoor Traditions

When:

May 08, 3:00-5:00pm

Where:

MN State Capital

Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters, Minnesota Backcountry Hunters & Anglers, Save the Boundary Waters, Trust for Public Lands, Minnesota Conservation Federation, Audubon Society, and a coalition of conservation groups will gather at the Minnesota Capitol to rally for public lands and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

5th Annual National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Relatives

5th Annual National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women & Relatives

The City of Duluth will be lighting Enger Tower & Ariel Bridge "Red for MMIWR" May 5th 2025 in Honor of: National Day of Awareness Day & Week of Action for MMIWR

When:

Monday, May 5, 2025, 1:00–5:00 pm

Where:

Duluth City Hall

May Day Celebration

Join us at the Morgan Park Community Center for a celebration of International Workers Day. Featuring live music, great food, and inspiring speakers. Hear from labor leaders, community organizers, and rank and file activists.

Featuring a talk by Professor Joel Sipress on the history of Labor Organizing at the Steel Mill, and the eventual victory of the CIO.

When:

Saturday, May 3 11:00am–2:00pm

Where:

Morgan Park Community Center

May Day in Ely (May 3)

When:

May 3, 11:00am–1:00pm

Where:

Whiteside Park

May Day rally celebrating labor, the working class, and families. Working people built Ely and our nation, not billionaires. Support public services for the people including medicare, medicaid, social security, and public education. Support groups and individuals that are under attack.

Please see our webpage for more event information: https://northernprogressives.org

HandsOff Wild Rice

Tell MPCA to Enforce Minnesota’s Wild Rice Sulfate Standard

Not again! The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is now proposing a “multi-discharger variance” so that polluters won’t have to comply with the wild rice sulfate standard or meet the burdens of proof in existing case-by-case law.

MPCA is holding an “informational” Webex next week for “early public engagement.” Please join and give them a piece of your mind.

When:

May 1, 2025, 3:00–4:30 pm

Where:

Online

Rally in Support of Federal Workers

Let's celebrate International Workers Day by demonstrating that the mantra "an injury to one is an injury to all" still has meaning! Join us for a rally in support of federal workers, whose jobs are under attack by the current administration. We'll be holding signs during rush hour traffic, and circulating a petition in support of these workers. Feel free to make and bring your own sign, though we'll also have extras on hand. At this time there isn't a program planned for this event, but there will be a bullhorn on hand for anyone who wants to speak.

This event is being organized by the Northwoods Socialist Collective.

When:

Thursday, May 1 5:00-5:45PM

Where:

515 W 1st St
Duluth, MN 55802
~ in front of the Federal Building on 1st Street

May Day in Virginia (May 1)

When:

May 1, 3:00–5:00pm

Where:

Hwy 53 and 12th Ave

A signing will take place in Virginia on May Day, Thursday, May 1st from 3 to 5 p.m. on Hwy 53 and 12th Ave (by the gas stations, KFC, and Super One) This is a traditional day for "labor" and the rally's theme is "Rally for our democracy."

Ideas for Signing: "Honor Your Oath" or "Our Health Care is Fed Funded"

May Day in Grand Rapids (May 1)

• May 1, 5:30–6:30pm
• Old Central School

May Day 2025 we are standing united. We're organizing for a world where every family has housing, healthcare, fair wages, union protection, and safety—regardless of race, zip code, or immigration status.

STOP THE BILLIONAIRE TAKEOVER. WE ARE THE MANY. THEY ARE THE FEW. THIS IS MAY DAY. JOIN US.

Please note: a core principle behind our May Day actions is a commitment to nonviolence in all we do. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values. Follow all laws: Use crosswalks, do not block traffic, stay off streets, do not block sidewalks.

Workers Memorial Day

• April 28, 7:00–10:00am
• 2002 London Rd
  Duluth, MN 55812

Please join us for Workers Memorial Day on Monday April 28. All are welcome.

Workers Memorial Day will be marked on Monday, April 28, this year. There will be a pancake breakfast in the basement of the Duluth Labor Temple from 7–9 am on April 28. There will be some remarks and then we will go outside (weather permitting) to plant a memorial tree. All are welcome at this solemn community event.

Free “Duluth Defends Lake Superior” Event

When:

Friday, April 25 5:00-7:00PM

Where:

Zeitgeist Atrium
222 E Superior St
Duluth

Tell Stauber Save Medicaid

MN CD 8 Hermantown Drop-Off - Hermantown Office

Calling all Planned Parenthood supporters from Minnesota's 8th congressional district! We will be showing up at Rep. Pete Stauber's office in Hermantown with fellow CD 8 constituents to demand he protect access Medicaid and Planned Parenthood health care.

When:

Friday, April 25 12:00-1:30PM

Where:

CD 8 Hermantown Office
5094 Miller Trunk Hwy
Hermantown, MN 55811

April 19! Defend Liberty - Sponsored by Duluth 50501

When:

April 19 4:00-5:30PM

Where:

Superior Street & Lake Avenue

Hands Off

This is a nationwide mobilization to stop the most brazen power grab in modern history. Trump, Musk, and their billionaire cronies are orchestrating an all-out assault on our government, our economy, and our basic rights—enabled by Congress every step of the way.

Duluth Anti-ICE, anti-deportations pro-immigrant dignity rally

When:

Every Thursday, noon-1pm

Where:

60th Ave E & Superior Street

Duluth Hilltop weekly protest

When:

Every Tuesday 4:30–6:00 pm

Where:

230 East Skyline Pkwy

Protest map below. Green parking. Purple Protest site. Red no parking on church property.

Each Thursday: Calls with Indivisible’s co-founders

Several of us attend the weekly “What’s the plan?” Zoom calls with Indivisible’s co-founders Leah and Ezra each Thursday afternoon at 2 pm Central Time.

The calls are great for keeping you connected with current resistance efforts and strategy nationwide.

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