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Events this week include a Norwegian celebration in Bemidji and a unique exercise class in Grand Rapids.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Karl Sundquist, OWLER, The Miletici Trio, Eli Gardiner, Corey Medina, and Skarlett Woods.

In “The Creature’s guide to Caring,” science writer Elizabeth Preston uses examples of animal parenting to show how humans have evolved to care for each other.

Danish folk musician Kristian Bugge will join WB Reid to perform at the next Bemidji Contra Dance on May 16, 2026, in Solway.

The Grand Rapids chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is offering webinars on May 13 and May 20, 2026. Learn when to seek mental health support and how to find it.

Events this week include plant sales in Bemidji, Hibbing Community Connect and a jazz festival in Brainerd.

“Ghost Lake” is a Native-led short film that's been in the works since last year. Director and writer Ginew Benton joined “Area Voices” to discuss the production.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features The John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band, Corpse Reviver, Eric Cyr and Corey Medina & Brothers.

Children’s librarian Tracy Kampa reviews new books by Melanie Florence, Deborah Underwood, Joslin Brorsen, and Aaron Starmer.

The Grand Rapids Garden Club hosts the 8th District Minnesota State Horticultural Society meeting May 16, 2026, at United Methodist Church in Grand Rapids.