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Jun 2023
Northern Landscapes Festival 2023
Discovering the birds, wildflowers, insects and more of northern Minnesota is the focus of this festival. Participation is open to anyone interested in hands-on learning and curious about the dynamics of the northern landscape. More than a dozen field-focused courses form the backbone of the event, with evening presentations rounding out the full weekend schedule. Course costs vary. Visit the northhouse.org for more information.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Jun 4, 2023
One event on May 27, 2023 at 2:00 pm
One event on Jun 4, 2023 at 2:00 pm
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Jun 4, 2023
One event on May 27, 2023 at 2:00 pm
One event on Jun 4, 2023 at 2:00 pm
Based on Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel, this play is a story of adventure and personal growth centered around a 15-year-old boy with autism. Christopher is ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone, detests being touched and distrusts strangers. When he finds himself under suspicion for the death of his neighbor’s dog, he determines to find the real killer. ASL-interpreted performance on 6/2.
Find out more »Petlandia Seeks Vendors
This fall on September 23 - 24, the DECC will present Petlandia: The Pet Event of the North. This family-friendly, multi-pet event will feature the splash-tastic fun of the DockDogs Northern Stars, dazzling agility performances and a variety of demonstrations for pets from cats, dogs, birds, bunnies and beyond! Planners are inviting vendors of pet-related goods and services, including veterinary clinics, groomers, trainers, rescue and adoption groups, pet merchandise vendors and even pet psychics to apply to be included in…
Find out more »Walk for Animals 2023
Walk for Animals is more than just a walk. There will be vendors and entertainment to enjoy. Food Trucks, balloon twisting, a 360 photo booth, ball drop, a caricature artist, vendors will be at the park. This day is all about bringing the community and their furry friends together for a great cause. Help raise money to help the dogs and cats at Animal Allies.
Find out more »Duluth Monarch Festival
Keynote speaker Emily Stone will present "Ecology of Overwintering Monarchs in Mexico." Other activities include children's crafts, face painting, storytelling, monarch movies and much more.
Find out more »Summer Reading Kick-off with the Duluth Huskies
Kick off the library’s summer reading program with the Duluth Huskies. Come to Wade Stadium to hear stories read by Huskies players on the baseball field. Stay to get autographs, take a picture with Harley Huskie and the Library Lynx, spin our Wheel of Prizes and sign up for summer reading. Every child registered for the summer reading program will receive one free ticket to the Huskie’s Books and Baseball game on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Kids can pick up…
Find out more »Saturdays at the Farm
Every Saturday form June to September, the Eco3 Urban Farm is open for activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to help out with farm projects and enjoy the fresh air with hands-on family activities from 1 to 2 p.m. The Ecolibrium3 Urban Farm is on the Lake Superior College Campus.
Find out more »Design a Hummingbird Feeder
Bring a design idea and artists will create it on the spot. During June, 5 percent of the money from each feeder session will be donated to Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory. Reserve a spot at lakesuperiorartglass.com.
Find out more »Animal Story Time
Sarah Glesner of Sacred Serpents reads from Verdi by Janell Cannon, and kids can check out a real live snake.
Find out more »An event every month that begins at 12:00 pm on day First of the month, repeating until Sep 3, 2023
Maker’s Market at Earth Rider Brewery
An event every month that begins at 12:00 pm on day First of the month, repeating until Sep 3, 2023
Join the Maker's Market on the Earth Rider Brewery Fest Field on the first Sunday of each month May through September for a gathering of Twin Port craftsmen offering a fine assortment of locally made oddities and crafts to the public. Bring the family, have a stroll through the market, listen to some live music, grab a beer and remember to shop local!
Find out more »Full Day Outdoor Summer Camp Program
Marshall School is offering a full-day Outdoor Summer Camp program this summer. In response to the growing need for full-day childcare in the Twin Ports, coupled with Marshall’s expertise in nature-based educational programming, the Marshall Outdoor Summer Camp offers families a fun adventure program for students going into Kindergarten through 6th grade. The program runs from June 5-August 11 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. each day with extended care available — families can sign up for individual weeks or the whole…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, repeating until Dec 18, 2023
Growing Little Loves Art Playgroup
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Monday, repeating until Dec 18, 2023
This play group is a sensory and art based experience created for children ages 2-6; however, because our group is open-ended and exploratory in nature, children of all ages can enjoy materials in some way. Imaginative play, sensory activities, messy play and making friends all happen in a welcoming and social environment. Art play group is an experience for the child and caregiver to explore new and engaging activities together at any pace. Activities that can be expected at the…
Find out more »Find Your Voice in Art: Chalk Art on the Plaza
Young artists in grades 6-12 are invited to collaborate to help create a vibrant, fun space on the Main Library's outdoor plaza. This summer's theme is "Find Your Voice." Local artist Moira Villiard will be leading this project, which will span three separate days. Participants should plan on attending all three sessions. Registration is required. Day One: Monday, June 5th, 4:00-5:00pm Day Two: Tuesday, June 6th, 3:30-6:00pm Day Three: Friday, June 9th, 11:00am-2:00pm
Find out more »Pop Up Play in Lester Park
Pop Up Play will kickoff with special guest, Kelvin Saline the Magician. Park staff will be set up at 4 pm and Kelvin goes on stage at 4:45. Parks programming staff will be at a new park every week with yard games and activities every Wednesday & Thursday 4-6pm. Look for the trailer and tent at the parks listed on the schedule. Come for family fun at Duluth's great parks.
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