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Part fishing, part carnival, the annual spring smelt run always brings hordes of anglers to the shore of Lake Superior, hoping to fill buckets and coolers full of the small, silvery fish. But state officials recommend eating only one meal of smelt a month because of concerns over PFOS pollution.
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As we approach the second anniversary of George Floyd’s tragic murder and the global racial reckoning it sparked, it’s a timely moment to reflect on how these events have impacted our young children, including their mental health and wellbeing. How can parents and caregivers talk to young children about historical and ongoing racism while also fostering their resilience and helping them to heal? In this panel discussion hosted by Early Risers podcast host Dianne Haulcy, early childhood educators, parents and mental health practitioners share insights on helping young children to understand and heal from racialized trauma past and present. Tuesday May 17 12 noon CT Free | Online | Register Now
Get ready for a science lesson that feels like a party! Brains On, the wildly popular podcast for kids, is hitting the road with an all new science-themed show that takes the audience on an adventure through our brains. Hosts Molly Bloom, Marc Sanchez and Sanden Totten will be there with magic tricks, dance moves, out-of-body experiences, mystery sounds, and even a game show! All the while, kids (and their parents) learn how our brains take a handful of signals from the eyes and ears and turn them into a vibrant picture of the world. Brains On! Live: Your Brain is Magic Fitzgerald Theater May 15th, 2pm Information and tickets
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Monday night's news of a leaked draft Supreme Court opinion, suggesting a majority of justices are poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, drew quick, sharp criticism from Democratic elected officials in Minnesota and a generally muted response from Republicans.
MPR News host Twila Dang hosted this virtual discussion exploring some of the meaningful and culturally specific ways environmental justice is being addressed in our state.