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The Ely Weavers and Fiber Artists Group meets on Monday, Oct. 12, at the Grand Ely Lodge at 11:30 a.m. Krista Woerheide from the Wolf Center will discuss the wolf undercoat project that allows folks to spin this fiber for benefit of the Center. All are welcome to join.
At the Ely Public Library on Monday, Oct. 12 at 3 p.m. the program will be Friends of the Library Bookclub – for adults. Title for discussion this month is The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams.
The Ely Chapter of the League of Minnesota Poets, ‘ Northern Pines Poets,’ will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 12, at 3 p.m., at Carbonation Ely, 229 E. Sheridan Street. Members of the chapter are invited to attend, as well as other poets, and any individuals interested in listening to poetry or reading their favorite poets’ work.
The Ely Palestine Solidarity Group will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 6 p.m. the Hub with a presentation from organizers with Boycott is Free Speech campaign that aims to repeal Minnesota’s anti-boycott laws.
At the Ely Public Library on Wednesday, October 14 at 1 p.m. the program will be Get Crafty: Book Page Pumpkins – for adults and teens age 16 and older. Get ready to craft with Tricia and make a decorative book page pumpkin. With an old book and a few basic craft supplies, you can make a beautiful pumpkin that can match any fall decor. Registration is required and this program is for adults and older teens.
At the Ely Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 15 at noon the program will be Deadly Knits – for adults. Knit-along (or crochet) while listening to and discuss a true crime podcast. Registration not required.
At the Ely Public Library on Friday, Oct. 16 at 1 p.m. the program will be Library Scientists: Forensic Science Blood and Fibers geared toward elementary ages. This program is geared toward older elementary kids but all are welcome. Please pre-register.
The Ely Stone Stash will be Oct. 16 at 9 a.m. The possession limit is one, catch-n-release on all the rest. Trading is acceptable. This is a free, fine art event. Artists include Joe Baltich, Patty Shusta and Connie Edwards. Over 150 rocks will be stashed on public property and at 9 a.m. on Oct. 16, clues will be posted online.
The Mesabi Symphony Orchestra Season of Mastery begins with Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra virtuoso violinist Erin Aldridge joining the orchestra to perform Johannes Brahms’ iconic Violin Concerto. Rock Ridge Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. in Mitchell Auditorium at the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth. Tickets available at www. mesabisymphonyorchestra.org
Golden Ladle Soup Contest: Taste, vote, and help crown Ely’s Best Soup on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Ely Community Center. Local restaurants will compete for the 2026 Golden Ladle, with soup samples, bread from Brainstorm, and brownies from Ely Community Resource included with admission. 5 p.m. reserved seating through the Ely Folk School. 6:30 p.m. open seating. Admission: $10 adults, $5 kids ages 6–12, free under five, $20 family maximum. Guests who purchase a handmade pottery bowl at the event receive free admission. Voting closes at 7:30 p.m., with the winner announced by 8 p.m.
