What's Up Ely
Ely, Minnesota is a small town on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness -- the most visited Wilderness in the United States and a hub for outdoor recreation. But Ely is not merely a gateway to the Boundary Waters; it is a vibrant community with a rich history and a dynamic arts and cultural scene, as evidenced by a plethora of events that are actively welcoming of visitors.
Indeed, all roads lead to Ely, Minnesota, a delicious little slice of Americana. This What’s Up Ely Podcast helps people near and far deepen their connection to this special little town.
There is truly always something fun to do and so many places to find belonging in Ely! With an abundance of opportunities for social engagement and adventure in Ely, how is one to know where to start? Let us help!
New episodes of the What's Up Ely Podcast air twice a month. Each episode features an engaging conversation about 'what's up' in Ely, whether that be an upcoming event or a lifestyle. Each episode also includes an event round up -- a list of upcoming events that are relevant to tourists and locals alike.
What's Up Ely
Frozen the Musical in Ely with Billie & Mike Rouse and Ely Film Festival with Filmmaker Marius Anderson
Listen in on Lacey’s conversation with her friends and neighbors Billie & Mike Rouse, who tell us all about an especially exciting upcoming event: Frozen The Musical, a live production that will take place in the Washington Auditorium of Ely’s Memorial High School the weekend of January 19-21. Lacey will also chat with film director Marius Anderson, whose film 40 Below: The Toughest Race in the World will be featured at the Ely Film Festival in February. And, of course, Lacey and Brett will do an upcoming event round-up!
Time Stamps:
(1:28) Billie and Mike Rouse
(35:27) Marius Anderson
(1:02:32) Event Roundup
Episode Links:
- Frozen: The Musical in Ely
- 40 Below Trailer
- Marius Anderson | London Road Films
- Ely Folk School
- Digital Copy of Ely Winter Times
- Minnesota North Vermilion Campus Website
- Ely's Historic State Theater
- Cecilia Rolando website
- Ely.org Event List
- Ely Senior Center
- Ely Public Library
- Ely Public Schools Community Ed
- Registration for Winter '24 Reflections Dance Company classes
