10am-4pm Thu. Oct. 27

Great Lakes Aquaculture Days

The theme of the 2022 Great Lakes Aquaculture Days Workshop is fish health. The two-day event features discussions, Q&A sessions, and hands-on activities that address fish health. This is also a chance for those interested in aquaculture and its products to learn more.

greatlakesseagrant.com/aquaculture/events

Cost: FREE

5-9pm Thu. Oct. 27

Duluth Art Institute Masquerade Gala

Make an appearance for an evening of music, comedy, drag, and art featuring DJ Lee Engele, emcee Dan Hanger, drag performance by Zenith City Horror, and special appearance by Ru Paul's Drag Race Season 13 star, Utica! Turn your self-expression up to 11 with wild outfits, makeup and hair! Find one-of-a-kind treasures in the silent auction and play fundraising games with a host of colorful revelers.

Depot Great Hall 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Cost: $75 General Admission, $100 VIP Admission

Age: 21+

7-8:30pm Thu. Oct. 27

Poetry & Jazz: Sheila Packa, Bart Sutter & David From

Poets Sheila Packa and Bart Sutter will read from their new books, "Surface Displacements" and "So Surprised to Find You Here." The reading will be framed and enhanced by David From on jazz piano. Refreshments after. Books available for purchase and signing. Masks recommended. Sponsored by Duluth-Superior Friends Meeting.

Quaker Meeting House 1802 E. 1st Street, Duluth

Age: Adults