Rachael Kilgour is back with a new album; 'My Father Loved Me'

"The first time I sang onstage, I felt lifted, seen, and passionate."

Rachael has been a music staple in the Northland for over a decade.

"I grew up in Duluth, I've always called this home."

Her stories, wit, and philosophy allures people into her music; and leaves them wanting more.

You can check out her work and tour dates here: www.rachaelkilgour.com

Wendy is an event organizer and entrepreneur.
She has been active in the arts promotion scene and event organization for more than ten years.
Wendy hosts multiple events throughout the year, opening up opportunities for artists to showcase and sell their work.
She also writes a blog, and organizes events for groups to attend.
You can check out her work here: https://www.wendyupnorth.com/

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Karen Jean is travel blogger from Detroit.
She grew up hearing the sounds of early 60's rock.
"When the British Invasion happened, I at least knew of England and Liverpool."
But growing up in the projects, Karen never thought traveling outside the USA would happen for her.
Through hard work, dedication, and education she was able to obtain what seemed impossible.
Karen now 67 still travels throughout the world, and blogs about it on varies platforms.
You can check out her blog here: https://ghettogirltravels.com/
Karen's also met Micheal Jackson.

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Erika is a Barre Fitness instructor out of LA.
She started her journey with wanting to be a ballerina.
"I decided I didn't want to be a ballerina anymore when I was eighteen."
After years of trying to find her calling. Erika started and founded Ghost Baby Fitness.
Ghost Baby classes can be found on Erika's website. www.ghostbabyfitness.com
Erika also does pet portraits.

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Vern Williams is a multi-talented entrepreneur, he has run sound for countless bands and events.
Vern is now getting into Leather Smith work, with his newest endeavor Gaelic Leather Works.
"I retired Tubular Studios, for wedding events; but Gaelic Leather Works is under that website umbrella."
You can check out Verns work here: https://tubularstudios.com/GaelicLeatherWorks/

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Rafael Junco has been taking Wing Chun seriously for the past several years.
"Bruce Lee, made it famous but Wing Chun has been around for centuries."
Rafael's Sifu (Teacher/Father) brought him and his class to China, where they had the opportunity to study even more traditional ways.
Rafael teaches Wing Chun at the local YMCA but offers private lessons through email. [email protected]
His Sifu has a website where you can check out videos and more.
https://xuanwingchun.com

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Greg Connor is back with another album, Lake Superior.
His smooth Bob Ross voice lures you in, along with guitar and harmonica brings you to the edge of the Big Lake.
You can check out Greg's work here: https://mnsongwriters.org/members/greg-connor/

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Har Di Har August 2023 by Crystal Lynn Abbs

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Lynette is an author, teacher, activist, and wife of musician Venus De Mars.
She finally put pen to paper; and wrote about her life and partnership in the late 80's/early 90's.
This memoir takes you through; struggles, understanding, and joy of marriage; but marriage with a twist. Lynette is married to a punk rocker.
You can find her book on Amazon or on your local bookshelf.
Check out Wild Things Here: https://a.co/d/7FZuvyh

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Simply Ballroom is owned and operated by a husband/wife duo; David and Kristen from St. Louis MO.
They recently moved their business and themselves to Duluth in the height of the pandemic.
"We moved from one St. Louis to another."
"There is such a vibrate art scene here."
Simply Ballroom offers dance classes, as well as gallery space for artists to showcase their work.
They also offer free dance classes, and parties.
You can check out the events here: www.simplyballroom.com

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