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Parents and Pals Playtime
An event every week that begins at 9:30am on Tuesday and Wednesday, repeating indefinitely
Parents and preschool-aged children are invited to come and play in an area with toys and flooring. Coffee and snacks will be available. Parents must be present with children. Note: holidays may affect schedule.
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Wednesday Night Glensheen Kayak Adventure
An event every week that begins at 5:00pm on Wednesday, repeating until Aug 29, 2018
This three-and-a-half-hour experience combines scenic paddling along Lake Superior's rugged shoreline with the lineup of events at Glensheen Mansion. On Wednesdays in June, it's a Beer Garden Paddle. In July, it's Concerts on the Pier. In August, it's Kayaking and Bonfires. Join Duluth Experience guides for a paddle and take in Glensheen’s weekly events with this V.I.P. experience. This adventure is designed for all skill levels ... from beginner to more experienced paddlers. June Beer Garden Lineup June 6 |…
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River Rovers Nature Playgroup
An event every week that begins at 9:30am on Thursday, repeating until Aug 23, 2018
The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve offers the River Rovers Nature Playgroup for children ages 3-7 starting Thursday, June 14 and running every Thursday through August 23. Parents or guardians should be in attendance with their children for the duration of the program. No registration is necessary. Attendance is free and snacks are provided. Nature activities, crafts, games and stories will be conducted by Lake Superior NERR staff. For more information on River Rovers Nature Playgroup, please contact the…
Find out more »Making Sidewalk Chalk
It’s the first day of summer, and the Duluth Public Library's West Duluth branch is celebrating with sidewalk chalk. Northern Expressions Arts Collective will be there to help people make their own chalk to decorate the streets of their neighborhood
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Sep 29, 2018
Duluth Dark History Walking Tour
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Sep 29, 2018
The Duluth Experience's Dark History Walking Tour focuses on the not-so-rosy stories of Duluth's past. Participants make their way through Canal Park and Downtown Duluth learning about gunfights, murders and reported hauntings during the two-hour tour. The Dark History Walking Tour begins and ends in front of the DeWitt-Seitz Building in Canal Park.
Find out more »Pickleball Experience
The City of Duluth, the YMCA at Woodland and the Duluth Area Pickleball Association invite all to experience the game of Pickleball at this open-house weekend. Equipment and player/coaches will be on site. Friday, June 22 from 5-7 p.m. Wheeler Sports Complex 35 Ave W. and Grand Ave. Saturday, June 23 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Woodland Community Center 3211 Allendale Ave.
Find out more »Author Event: Hiking Waterfalls in Minnesota
This author event features Steve Johnson, author of "Hiking Waterfalls in Minnesota." This Falcon Guide includes detailed hike descriptions, maps and color photos for approximately 100 of the most scenic waterfall hikes in Minnesota. Hike descriptions also include history, local trivia and GPS coordinates. The book will take you through state and national parks, forests, monuments, wilderness areas, and "from popular city parks to the most remote and secluded corners of the area to view the most spectacular waterfalls." Steve…
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A multimedia outdoor performance that integrates original music, experimental text, movement and light manipulation to tell a fantastical version of Alice Mabel Gray’s story, colloquially known as "Diana of the Dunes." With local musical guest Jacob Mahon. Tickets will be available for sliding scale donations of $10 to $20 (although no one will be turned away) and can be purchased at the door with cash, card, check or Brown Paper ticket.
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Open Paddle at Blue Water Paddling
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Blue Water Paddling has organized a weekly open paddle to help everyone no matter their skill level or comfort level paddling on the water. Participants are not required to even know how to swim. The open paddle is every Tuesday at Barker’s Island in Superior near the park pavilion and the Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve building. Equipment is available -- all participants need to bring is a water bottle. Visit bluewaterpaddling.org for more details and to sign up.
Find out more »A Band Called Truman
The 36th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features genre-hopping rockers A Band Called Truman. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs. For weather-related cancellations and updates call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4326 after 6 p.m. the night of the concert.
Find out more »Chester Park Trail Race 2018
The second annual Chester Park Trail Race is a 5k running race on pure dirt mountain bike, ski and single-track hiking trails through the Chester Park in Duluth, Minnesota. The cost is $20 for the first 100 registrants, $25 online and $30 on race day. For more information, visit chesterparktrailrace.com.
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Yoga at Glensheen Mansion
An event every week that begins at 6:00pm on Tuesday, repeating until Aug 21, 2018
The picturesque property on Lake Superior and its gardens are utilized for yoga Tuesdays through August 21.
Find out more »Àlamode
The 36th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features indie rockers Àlamode. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs. For weather-related cancellations and updates call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4326 after 6 p.m. the night of the concert.
Find out more »Duluth Fourth Fest 2018
Duluth's Independence Day celebration features live music throughout the day and fireworks from 10:10 to about 10:30 p.m. The headline musical act is Savannah Conley. Folk-country singer/songwriter Savannah Conley was born and raised 20 minutes outside Nashville and has been recording since the age of 7. Her sophomore EP, Twenty-Twenty, is produced by Grammy Award-winning Dave Cobb and is being released on his label Low Country Sound. Her music has been classified as “organic pop” with a quirky, edgy feel…
Find out more »Concerts on the Pier: Big Wave Dave and the Ripples
Local favorite funk & soul band Big Wave Dave and the Ripples plays the pier to kick off Glensheen's outdoor concert series, which runs every Wednesday in July. Local drinks and food will be available for purchase. Gates open at 6 p.m., with music starting at 7 p.m. The show is open to all ages. Attendees are invited to bring their own blanket or lawn chair. Concertgoers are encouraged to bike, boat, walk or kayak to the concert since parking…
Find out more »Breanne Marie & the Front Porch Sinners
The 36th annual Chester Creek Concert Series features Alt-country band Breanne Marie & the Front Porch Sinners. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs. For weather-related cancellations and updates call the Chester Creek Concert Hotline at 218-730-4326 after 6 p.m. the night of the concert.
Find out more »Concerts on the Pier: the Latelys
Rock trio the Latelys play the pier as part of Glensheen's outdoor concert series, which runs every Wednesday in July. Local drinks and food will be available for purchase. Gates open at 6 p.m., with music starting at 7 p.m. The show is open to all ages. Attendees are invited to bring their own blanket or lawn chair. Concertgoers are encouraged to bike, boat, walk or kayak to the concert since parking is limited.
Find out more »Hopped Up Caribou Beer Festival 2018
The eighth annual Hopped Up Caribou Beer Festival returns to the heart of the Sawtooth Mountain Range in Lutsen, MN. The three day craft beer celebration includes Vegas-Style weddings, dog-friendly accommodations, adventure activities, a beer pairing dinner, outdoor concerts, a Beerfest breakfast and more. The event takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 13, 14 and 15. Weekend packages start at $225 per person.
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VertiGals Monthly Climb Night
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The North Shore VertiGals host a monthly climb night for any females and female-identifying folks on the second Friday of every month. New climbers and families with kids are welcome. Climbers who need to purchase a pass should arrive about 15 minutes early, as Fridays are typically busy at VE. Day passes at VE are half price for women on Fridays. Full price day passes are $14. A rental package including shoes, a harness, a chalk bag with chalk and…
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Movies in the Park
An event every week that begins at 9:05pm on Friday, repeating until Aug 31, 2018
Family-friendly films are projected on a giant screen in Leif Erikson Park at sunset every Friday evening throughout the summer.
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