Past Events – Perfect Duluth Day

Free

Thu, Jun 5, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Practical Water Wisdom: Septic Health Check – A Deep Dive into Inspections & Maintenance

Thu, Jun 5, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Online Event

Online Event

This presentation will follow Northwoods Excavating as they conduct an inspection of a septic system in Itasca County, Minnesota, highlighting what septic inspectors are looking out for. Individual septic systems often provide superior waste treatment compared to municipal treatment plants, thereby ensuring that the water returned to the environment is safe for both humans and wildlife. Proper installation and maintenance are crucial for ensuring the longevity of a septic system. Advance registration is required.

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This presentation will follow Northwoods Excavating as they conduct an inspection of a septic... more

Thu, Jun 5, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Taylor Brorby Presents ‘Boys and Oil: Growing Up Gay in a Fractured Land’

Thu, Jun 5, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Zenith Bookstore

Zenith Bookstore

Author, educator and environmentalist Taylor Brorby shares from his memoir Boys and Oil: Growing Up Gay in a Fractured Land, now released in paperback. Brorby discusses his book, career and answer audience’s questions. Boys and Oil will be available for purchase, and Brorby will personally sign copies. Taylor Brorby’s "Boys and Oil: Growing Up Gay in a Fractured Land" is a haunting, bracingly honest memoir about growing up gay amidst the harshness of rural North Dakota, “a place where there…

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Author, educator and environmentalist Taylor Brorby shares from his memoir Boys and Oil: Growing... more

Free

Sat, Jun 7, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Duluth Monarch Festival 2025

Sat, Jun 7, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm | First United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church

The Duluth Monarch Festival includes a locally grown native plant sale from Shoreview Natives, information tables with local environmental groups, movies with popcorn, live eggs, caterpillars and monarchs. Alex Carroll, Monarch Joint Venture’s Midwest Science Coordinator gives a special keynote speech, "Drones, Milkweed & Monarchs: How Drones are Used to Evaluate Milkweed Availability for Monarch Habitats." Listeners can learn about the science in action and experience a demonstration of a drone in flight. The keynote presentation starts at 10:30 a.m.

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The Duluth Monarch Festival includes a locally grown native plant sale from Shoreview Natives,... more

Free

Sat, Jun 7, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Meet and Greet with Mushroom Expert Ariel Bonkoski

Sat, Jun 7, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm | Zenith Bookstore

Zenith Bookstore

Bonkoski signs her new book Mushrooms & Fungi for Kids and brings some of her mushrooms for attendees to gaze upon. Her book is for beginners, with an introduction to the kingdom of fungi, and guides readers through the shapes, colors and forms of mushrooms.

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Bonkoski signs her new book Mushrooms & Fungi for Kids and brings some of... more

$35

Sat, Jun 7, 1:00 pm

Aurora Photography 101

Sat, Jun 7, 1:00 pm | Duluth Folk School

Duluth Folk School

In this class, students learn everything about aurora photography, including how to use full-frame camera, setup, initial settings and understanding the data on SpaceWeatherLive. If time permits, beginning editing and Lightroom will be covered.

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In this class, students learn everything about aurora photography, including how to use full-frame... more

Free

Wed, Jun 11, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Twin Ports Freshwater Folk: Sulfate Solutions for Minnesota and Beyond

Wed, Jun 11, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm | Large Lakes Observatory

Large Lakes Observatory

This month's speakers are Natural Resources Research Institute Research Technical Manager Mei Cai and Senior Research Program Manager Chan Lan Chun. June’s seminar is titled “Development of Sulfate Remediation Technologies: Real-world Applications in Minnesota.” In-person attendees are invited to the Large Lakes Observatory room 200 for networking, sandwiches and plenty of fresh water at 11:30 a.m. The online and in-person presentation will begin at noon. Sadly, the Zoom option is sandwich-free. This event is free and open to the public.…

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This month's speakers are Natural Resources Research Institute Research Technical Manager Mei Cai and... more

Wed, Jun 11, 5:30 pm

How Much Does A Black Hole Know?

Wed, Jun 11, 5:30 pm | UMD Montague Hall

UMD Montague Hall

Dr. Cynthia Keeler from Arizona State University will define black holes and their characteristics. She will also introduce the physical concept of entropy, a powerful tool that physicists have used for a century and a half. Entropy is useful for studying information hidden inside black holes.

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Dr. Cynthia Keeler from Arizona State University will define black holes and their characteristics.... more

$5 – $8

Fri, Jun 13, 7:00 pm

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Planetarium Show: Expedition Moons

Fri, Jun 13, 7:00 pm

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| UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

This exhibit highlights over 150 moons found in the solar system. Attendees can hop into the Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium spaceship to explore the moons. Sights include a moon full of volcanoes, one with a giant ocean and more. Each show is followed by a live presentation of Tonight’s Sky. A full show schedule can be found at d.umn.edu. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Food and drink are not allowed in the planetarium. Tickets are $8 for adults, and…

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This exhibit highlights over 150 moons found in the solar system. Attendees can hop... more

Free – $8

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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Defying Gravity: It IS Rocket Science!

Sat, Jun 14, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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| UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

Host Apollo Aurora and her science reporters explore the brains behind rocket power, gravity on other planets and even monstrous black holes. Robot experts Apple 1-6-8-6 and EGR-1 also lend a few circuits to explain the force that keeps humans grounded. Each show will be followed by a live presentation of Tonight’s Sky. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Food and drink are not allowed in the Planetarium.

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Host Apollo Aurora and her science reporters explore the brains behind rocket power, gravity... more

Free – $8

Sat, Jun 14, 7:00 pm

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Planetarium Show: One Sky

Sat, Jun 14, 7:00 pm

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| UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

One Sky Project is an international collaboration focused on increasing understanding about cultural and indigenous astronomy, its historical and modern applications, and how our One Sky connects us all. Each short film represents the perspective of a different culture or Indigenous society from around the globe. Each film stands alone as a short story or in combination as a longer narrative – organized around themes of "Finding Patterns" and developing tools. Each show will be followed by a live presentation…

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One Sky Project is an international collaboration focused on increasing understanding about cultural and... more

Free

Tue, Jun 17, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm

River Walks: Plant Walk

Tue, Jun 17, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Bear Creek Park

Bear Creek Park

Get to know some of the plants within the St. Louis River watershed while exploring Makwa Ziibiins Mikana (Bear Creek Trail). Marisa Lee of MyWildWisconsin and Wild Ones Chequamegon Bay will lead participants on a sub-mile out-and-back hike along the trail, pointing out unique and culturally-significant plants along the way. Rain or shine.

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Get to know some of the plants within the St. Louis River watershed while... more

Free

Wed, Jun 18, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Lake Superior Estuarium

Wed, Jun 18, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

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| Lake Superior Estuarium

Lake Superior Estuarium

The Lake Superior Estuarium is a gateway to the headwaters of the Great Lakes. Their interactive displays tell stories of the St. Louis River Estuary, Lake Superior and the communities on their shores. The exhibit hall includes a play area for young children, maps to orient people to the largest estuary on Lake Superior and information to help them get out and explore. First open Saturdays include a special activity from the Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve.

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The Lake Superior Estuarium is a gateway to the headwaters of the Great Lakes.... more

Free

Wed, Jun 18, 7:00 pm

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Wonderstruck Wednesday Planetarium Show

Wed, Jun 18, 7:00 pm

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| UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

UMD Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium

Explore the wonders of the cosmos at the Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium with free shows on Wednesday nights. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. No food or drinks allowed.

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Explore the wonders of the cosmos at the Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium with free... more

$5

Wed, Jun 18, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm