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Non-Profit Organizations

Name of Organization

Description

Link Contact Name Email address Phone number
Alzheimer's Association of MN-ND Northern Regional Center Provide information, education, advocacy, support to persons affected by Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. www.alzmndak.org Esther Gieschen esther.gieschen@alz.org (218) 733-2560
The Arthritis Foundation The Arthritis Foundation is a resource of helpful information, programs and research to help prevent, control, and ultimately, cure all types of arthritis. www.arthritis.org Chris Davis cldavis@arthritis.org (218) 727-4730
Bethany Crisis Nursery Early intervention for prevention of child abuse and neglect.  Consider donating such items as diapers, wipes, layette items, or $$ for a day of emergency care. www.lssmn.org/crisis_nurseries.htm Lynn Shubitz lshubitz@lssmn.org (218) 626-3083 or direct, (218) 626-1901  ext 32
The College of St. Scholastica The College of St. Scholastica website for posting internships, full-time employment or summer and part-time positions for current students and alumni. www.css.edu/x3341.xml Cathy Richards crichard@css.edu (218) 723-7037
The College of St. Scholastica - Accelerated Degree Evening Program The Accelerated Degree Evening Program at The College of St. Scholastica offers adults in the Duluth area an opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree by attending evening classes in an accelerated format. We offer degrees in Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Management, Marketing, Organizational Behavior, and RN-BA completion program. www.css.edu/duluth.xml Courtney Brostrom cbrostro@css.edu (218) 723-6792
Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce We serve as the premier advocate for commerce and industry by facilitating interaction among business, government, education, labor, and the greater community. We actively create innovative opportunities for business to advance within local and global economies. www.duluthchamber.com Breanne DeFoe bdefoe@duluthchamber.com (218) 740-3758
FUSE Duluth We inform, network and connect young people so that they can engage and influence their community.  A community influenced by young people will attract and retain young people. www.duluthypro.com Breanne DeFoe bdefoe@yahoo.com (218) 740-3758  
McCabe Renewal Center Our mission is to offer space and opportunities to nurture the whole person through private and group retreats, workshops and programs. We are committed to journey with others as they seek wholeness and inner peace. www.duluthbenedictines.org/ministries_McCabe.php Jane Haubrich Casperson McCabeCenter_Jane@msn.com (218) 724-5266
Program for Aid to Victims of Sexual Assault (PAVSA) PAVSA works to end sexual violence by offering a 24-hour crisis line, medical and legal advocacy, support groups, community education, professional trainings, multi-disciplinary collaborations, and public policy advocacy. www.pavsa.org Susan Marks smarks@pavsa.org (218) 726-1442
SMDC Breast Cancer “Dear Auntie, Why Me?”  is full of pictures, charts, diagrams, letters, inspirational thoughts and feelings, and lots of information about breast cancer, including conversations with local doctors and regional people. www.breastcancer-book.com

(for profit, but all profits donated to SMDC breast cancer)

Peggy Anderson maande1@charter.net
Spirit Valley Days A true neighborhood festival www.spiritvalleydays.com raeann@hamlinmusic.com (218) 624-2619
Visit Duluth Up-to-the-minute info on lodging availabilities, events, attractions and meeting/convention services. www.visitduluth.com Mary Nelson mnelson@visitduluth.com (218) 625-8102

Businesses

Name of Company Description Link Contact Name Email address Phone number
Art, Graphics, Music, Entertainment Services
Art Direction and Advertising Art Direction and Advertising is a graphic design studio that specializes in creating print materials in collaboration with the client and a network of professionals to promote business, products and events. www.mnartists.org/beth_travis-betts Beth Travis-Betts artadvtg@charterinternet.com (218) 525-6561
Black Bear Casino Resort Our stunning Otter Creek Event Center at Black Bear Casino Resort will be able to host functions of almost any size - from ten to 1800 people for meetings, conferences, seminars, trade shows, wedding receptions plus a whole lot more.  www.blackbearcasinoresort.com Kandice Gulbranson kandicegulbranson@fdlrez.com (218) 878-2488
Christie Printing Christie Printing is a commercial printer offering: full color offset printing, color copying and large format printing. We are a 4th generation family owned business since 1901. www.christieprint.com Paige Mellinger info@christieprint.com (218) 722-2220
Dulcimers in Duluth Assorted folk instruments, including mountain and hammered dulcimer, music accessories, books and CDs. Will also give demo concerts , play music for special events and weddings, and teach private and group dulcimer lessons. www.dulcimersinduluth.com Wendy Grethen wendy@dulcimersinduluth.com
Glyphics Design Sign system design and wayfinding systems for large spaces Linda Strom glyphics@clearwire.net (218) 786-0275
Hamlin Music Academy and Event Musicians Whether you're just starting, or you've been a musician for years, Hamlin Music Academy can help you achieve your musical aspirations.  Musicians from Hamlin Event Musicians will make your special day complete . www.hamlinmusic.com RaeAnn Hamlin raeann@hamlinmusic.com (218) 624-2619
Let The Whole World Know Come visit our sign and banner shop to find out how we can help you to Let The Whole World Know about your business or event! www.ltwwk.com Carol Willoughby signs@ltwwk.com (218) 727-7801
Mayne Design  Mayne Design is a full service graphic design company. We specialize in creating unique designs that reflect your company's identity and vision. Our goal is to provide Graphic Design with You in Mind. www.maynedesign.net Elizabeth Mayne info@maynedesign.net (218) 624-6808
The Wedding Planner Weddings, vow renewals, commitment ceremonies and anniversary celebrations.  Enjoy your event, let The Wedding Planner take care of the details. www.mnweddingplanners.com Margilyn Valle
theweddingplanner1@gmail.com (218) 727.8383

Home Design, Cleaning Services and Products

Budget Blinds Custom Draperies, Shutters, Blinds and More from the #1 Retailer of Custom Window Coverings in the U. S.  We come to you for a personalized in-home design consultation. www.budgetblinds.com Jean Schwengler rjs@budgetblinds.com (218) 525-2223
ECO We offer a range of environmentally friendly and non-toxic interior finish materials, complete installation, interior design, and green consulting services. We can help you go green without spending too much green!  www.ecolivingspace.com Julie A. McDonnell ecofriendlyinduluth@msn.com (218) 626-1118
INTERIORS by Decorating Den A world of possibilities delivered to YOUR door... When INTERIORS by Decorating Den arrives, so does the excitement of creating a space that's uniquely your own.  It's FUN... It's DONE... It's FABULOUS!! www.decdens.com/thenorthshore Dana (danna) Jablinske djablinske@decoratingden.com (218) 834-9966
NCC Cleaning NCC CLeaning is locally owned and operated, providing custodial services in the Twin Ports and surrounding areas. www.nccc-1.com Christine Lovejoy tel@nccc-1.com (218) 525-5651

Financial Services

Beacon Bank Full service bank that includes products & services that will enhance your consumer & commercial needs. Beacon Bank .....Responsive, Reliable, Reassuring www.beaconbank.com Lori Allan lallan@beaconbank.com (218) 279-0061
Edward Jones Making Sense of Investing is what I am all about.  Call to schedule a time to chat (evenings and weekends, too).  We'll look at your retirement and investment strategies  and see if they are the best way to reach your goals.  Laura Zahn Laura.Zahn@edwardjones.com (218) 525-2730
Farmers Insurance Group  Insurance and Financial Services for all your needs.  Auto - Home - Life - Commercial - IRAs www.farmersagent.com/bperkins Bonnie J. Perkins bperkins@farmersagent.com (218) 722-2215
Integra Financial Services We sincerely desire to help you through the mortgage process by going beyond the numbers to understand your personal motivations, empowering you with the facts and doing what is right. We even offer a closing cost guarantee! www.integrafi.com Rebecca Penner rpenner@integrafi.com (218) 729-0816
The Kush & Buria Wealth Management Group My committed team provides personalized strategies to each client through a consistent and accountable approach.  Our purpose is to help clients make smart financial decisions so that they are free to focus on other important aspects of their lives. www.ubs.com/fa/michellerburia Michelle Buria, AAMS michelle.r.buria@ubs.com (218) 722-3344
Members Cooperative Credit Union Members Cooperative Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative open to all people who live, work, attend church services or school in Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching Lake and St. Louis Counties in Northeastern Minnesota.  www.membersccu.org Kathlynn McConnell kathlynn.mcconnell@membersccu.org (218) 878-3653
Waddell and Reed / Sue Stelman To assist my clients in developing a comprehensive personalized financial plan that effectively weighs short-term needs and long-term objectives. sstelman.wradvisors.com Susan Stelman, CFP© sstelman@wradvisors.com (218) 727-1508 ext. 124

Floral and Food-Related Services

Florals by Moosehorn Meadows Fresh flowers locally grown in season, silk arrangements all year, flower garden design and creation.  Delivered to you home or business; for a special occasion, a holiday, or just to give joy. Carol Shreve moosehornriver@yahoo.com (218) 389-6768
Meal Time Put life back into your dinners and time back into your life with Meal Time's meal preparation service. It's a fast and fun way to serve fresh, healthy, home-cooked meals for your family in a fraction of the time. www.mealtime.biz/ Leslie Hanna lhanna@mealtime.biz (218) 722-MEAL

Health, Fitness, Travel  Related Services

AJ' s Tanning The one-stop shop for all your tanning needs.  Provide tanning, tanning lotions, air brush tanning, mystic tanning.  All salons are linked online so you can use your packages at all three! www.ajstanning.com Dawn Johnson drjhorserider@yahoo.com (218) 525-9091; (218) 390-0141 cell
Anytime Fitness Experience true convenience with 24-hour access to five neighborhood facilities, state-of-the-art equipment in a clean, motivating environment to help you reach your goals.  Stop in for a free workout today. www.anytimefitness.com/clubs/duluth/ Jinell Abernethy jinell@anytimefitness.com (218) 724-4327
Cruise One Home-based travel agency - cruises, all-inclusive, guided tours, river boat cruises in Europe and China www.cruiseone.com/ka-johnson Karen Johnson cruiseonetravel@yahoo.com (218) 722-4240
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites We are Duluth's largest full-service hotel located in the center of downtown Duluth. We offer lodging, catering services, and meeting space for groups from 6 to 600. Stay With Us...Stay Connected. www.hiduluth.com Carolyn Clark Carolyn.Clark@Hiduluth.com (218) 727-7492
LeSource Electrolysis Center Permanent hair removal.  Free consultations and sample treatments www.LeSourceEC.com Billie Schwartz bschwartz@LeSourceEC.com (218) 727-0917
Naturally Chiropractic
Our mission is to restore the body’s natural ability to heal itself by balancing the structural, mental, and chemical components.
Our goal is to provide you with effective wellness care that leads to optimal health for you and your family.
www.naturallychiro.com Dr. Stephanie West swest1280@yahoo.com (218) 722-2004
Nikken Your one-stop-shop for nurturing yourself and your family: natural health and wellness products to boost your energy and immunity, reduce stress, support restorative sleep and create safer home and office environments! www.mynikken.net/moorewellness Anne Moore moorewellness@gmail.com (218) 391-2663
Radisson Hotel We offer catering, lodging, and restaurant services. www.radisson.com/duluthmn Marcy Wilkinson marcy.wilkinson@radisson.com (218) 722-4037
Tadasana  Tadasana massage's mission:  "To bring to people an awareness and understanding of their own bodies". We're the premier studio in Duluth to help you Center your Body and Center your Spirit. www.tadasanaduluth.com Laura Amendola laura@tadasanaduluth.com (218) 722-TADA 

Legal Services

The Law Office of Jessica L. Sterle Jessica L. Sterle successfully represents clients in matters involving divorce, child custody, parenting time issues, child support, paternity, post-decree issues and Orders for Protection. www.jlslaw.net Jessica L. Sterle jls_law@yahoo.com (218) 722-2655
The Law Office of Yvonne Michaud Novak I provide practical solutions that are tailored for the needs of people and small businesses with debt related problems including bankruptcy, repayment plans, foreclosures, loan workouts and restructuring. www.ymnlaw.com Yvonne M Novak yvonne@ymnlaw.com (218) 720-2888

Real Estate

Edina Realty Residential real estate, personalized service for buyers and sellers! sherylhoman.edinarealty.com Sheryl Homan sherylhoman@edinarealty.com (218) 260-8722
By & By We run estate and moving sales:  Complete liquidations or partial estates.  Fair, respectful, and considerate Linda Strom glyphics@clearwire.net (218) 786-0275

Retirement Care & Housing Services

Primrose Retirement of Duluth Primrose is a beautiful retirement community nestled back into the trees, yet, close to Duluth's prime shopping and dining. We are proud to work and live at Primrose with all of it's wonderful amenities. Check out our website, stop by for a visit, or give us a call for brochures and other information www.primroseretirement.com Sandra Wood swood@primroseretirement.com (218) 724-4900 ext 4

Training, Coaching. Employment Services

Equipping Leaders for Success Specializing in non-profit and church leadership development Sue DeNio cornelia_road@charter.net (218) 464-0225
Express Personnel Service We are a locally owned staffing, recruiting and human resource solution firm.  We help good companies find good employees and good candidates find good positions. office.expresspersonnel.com/duluthmn/ Betsy Malone betsy.malone@expresspersonnel.com (218) 624-4416
Leaders in Motion Professional Coaching and Training:  Guiding Others to Superior Performance
& Remarkable Lives
www.leadersinmotion.biz Pattie Sauer pattie@leadersinmotion.biz (218) 724-4742
Lifestyle Consulting Services Keynote speeches to inspire individuals to make a life while they are making a living. www.refuelinglives.com Kathlynn McConnell livingpotential@charter.net (218) 390-0515
Live This Life on Purpose Work with an Integral Coach to identify your deepest values, take an honest look at what is holding you back, and set up practices to help you live your life on purpose. www.livethislifeonpurpose.com Paula Williams paulajwilliams@gmail.com (218) 389-3220
Positive Solutions Positive Solutions providing personalized professional training in customer service, personal growth and leadership. We build bridges through Positive Solutions. www.trypositivesolutions.com Mary Smestad positivesolution@qwest.net (218) 349-8100
Starting Fresh Coaching Are you ready to make the most of your worklife? Join forces with a master certified coach to get the most out of your career: whether a career change, a business start up or full self expression Dream, Courage, Action! www.startingfreshcoaching.com Melanie Keveles melanie@startingfreshcoaching.com (715) 394-4260

Personal Products

Mary Kay  Lori's Linde Star Unit  (one of the TOP ranked Minnesota units) website for customers and team members. You are welcome to take a look at what the TOP Minnesota Unit in the making is all about - Shop online 24/7 too!!! www.lindestars.com Lori Peterson lori@lindestars.com (218) 525-9393
Take It Home Regional, Religious and Relaxation DVDs featuring photographs and music of local Minnesota artists that make perfect gifts for clients, employees and anyone on your list who loves where they live. www.takeithomedvd.com Jean Sumner ssumner@cpinternet.com (218) 390-4757
Weekenders Weekenders - The Clothes You Love To Live In.  If your clothes aren't becoming to you. . . you should be coming to me! www.weekendersusa.com/cindijohnson Cindi Johnson starsnmo@charter.net (218) 590-1187