VIRTUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT REVIVAL
Nov. 22-Dec. 6 Due to Covid-19, this year’s Holiday Craft Revival in Thunder Bay will take place virtually. The shopping portal will open Sunday, Nov. 22 and will close on Sunday, Dec. 6. Shop from over 150 art and craft vendors, all from Northwestern Ontario. Artists and vendors include Vik Wilen, Gold Sparrow, Superior Mandalas, Indigo Jane, Monique Gouthro, Pulp + Paper, Urban Farmchick, and more. To access the shopping portal, visit: thecraftrevivaltbay. com. More information can also be found at: facebook.com/craftrevivaltbay.
BENTLEYVILLE “TOUR OF LIGHTS”
Nov. 21-Dec. 27 The annual Bentleyville “Tour of Lights” walking display in Duluth will be held as a drive-thru experience this year, due to Covid-19. Located in Bayfront Festival Park, enjoy a drive-thru tour under the glow of over 5 million lights in a 20-acre park, situated on the shores of Lake Superior. Held from Nov. 21-Dec. 27, it will be open from 5-9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and from 5-10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Admission is $10 per vehicle, paid at the gate (cash or credit cards accepted); no vehicles over 20 feet in length or 8 feet in height will be permitted. Presale tickets will not be available. Kids 10 and under will receive a free knit hat and cookies from a window-side Santa and Mrs. Claus, and the Bentleyville Gift Shop will be located in The Sports Garden in Canal Park. To learn more, visit: bentleyvilleusa.org.
HOLIDAY ART UNDERGROUND
Nov. 27-Dec. 31 Betsy Bowen Studio in Grand Marais presents the annual Holiday Art Underground show, featuring new art from dozens of makers. You’ll find paintings, pottery, fiber, woodcuts, glass, tiles, cards, books, and wooden ware. The studio will be open from 11-5 p.m., Thursdays through Sundays. To learn more, visit: woodcut.com.
This year’s Julebyen fest, located in Knife River, will take place virtually Dec. 5-6. There will be family activities, virtual performances, a marketplace, and more. | SUBMITTED and music. This year’s Julebyen fest, held in Knife River near Duluth, will take place virtually, featuring family activities, a marketplace, and more. Visit the Troll Village’s virtual book corner and a variety of recreational exhibits and vendors, as well as the Gnome Dome for virtual performances and activities. Families can also hike on their own along the Knife River hiking trail to decorate a special tree with handmade ornaments (easily assembled in the woods) or edible ornaments for animals, or notes with well wishes for the world. To learn more and see the full schedule, visit: julebyen.us.
DSSO BENTLEYVILLE HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Visit the Betsy Bowen Studio in Grand Marais for the annual Holiday Art Underground art show, now through Dec. 31. | SUBMITTED
Dec. 5, Saturday Enjoy a concert by the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra right from your living room. DSSO Live provides you with an at-home experience, so you’re guaranteed to have the best seat in the house. On Saturday, Dec. 5, enjoy visuals from Bentleyville’s archives paired with your holiday favorites from the orchestra. You can even join the orchestra in a sing-a-long. The concert will take place at 7 p.m. To register and purchase tickets, visit: dsso.com.
VIRTUAL JULEBYEN
Dec. 5-6 Julebyen means “Christmas Village.” It is a centuries-old Scandinavian and German tradition celebrated with ethnic foods, crafts, holiday decorations
VIRTUAL SANTA SHUFFLE FUN RUN AND ELF WALK
Dec. 5-12 Every year, the Santa Shuffle brings individuals from across the country to support vulnerable Canadians and the
work of The Salvation Army. This year is no exception, but it will be held virtually. This family-friendly 5k run/walk, held Dec. 5-12, will feature lots of fun surprises, prizes and contests. Participants are encouraged to complete the run/walk on their own or with a team (physical distancing practices in place). And don’t forget to dress up to spread the joy and festivities of the season with your community. All participants will receive a special 30 th anniversary medal and participants who fundraise $50 or more will receive a free Santa Shuffle T-shirt; if you fundraise $250, you will receive a $25 Running Room gift card. To register, visit: santashuffle.ca.
LIGHT UP A LIFE
Dec. 10, Thursday Sponsored by Care Partners of Cook County, the 12th Annual Light Up a Life event offers community members the opportunity to celebrate the life of a loved one during the holiday season, while supporting end of life care. Each $5 donation lights one bulb in memory of one person on the memory tree, located in front of Johnson Heritage Post in Grand Marais. This year, a virtual candle-lighting ceremony of celebration and reflection will be held on Thursday, Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. Donation forms are available online at: carepartnersofcookcounty.org.
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