Where (and What) in Duluth?
I have walked by this marker for years and the other day stopped to take a closer look, and a photo. Anyone know what it says and why it is here?
With a half hour spent on search engines I found this explanation.
Still doesn’t explain why the marker was placed there originally.
“Alluvial”
My contribution to the collaborative “Alluvial” photo project. Brainchild of Duluth artist Tina Fox, two local photographers (Leah Beltz and myself) took photos of her in different natural settings in different seasons. “Nature is my church.”
Duluth Mayor Larson MIA on Alligator Attacks
A plea for action. After all that Mayor Ness did to keep Lake Superior shark-free, now is the time for the Larson administration to finally step up and tackle the growing alligator problem. We demand RESULTS.
Duluth Waterfront by Knute Heldner
Impressionist painter Knute Heldner lived in Duluth for a good part of his career. The book Minnesota Prints and Printmakers, 1900-1945 dates his etching of Duluth’s Waterfront as “circa 1925.”
He was born in Sweden; differing accounts online put his birth year as 1875, 1877 and 1886. According to Hiro Fine Art he emigrated to Duluth in 1902 and “began working as a cobbler, miner, and lumberjack.” (Askart.com indicates he was a “lumber camp cook” and also notes he arrived in the United States “first in Boston” and later moved “to the Great Lakes region.”)
(more…)Sunshine Rock
One of the more recognizable hunks of mineral matter in the Duluth area is Sunshine Rock. It’s located in Hermantown on Stebner Road between Morris Thomas and Hermantown roads. (more…)
This Week: the Fourth, fairs, farmers and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
It’s Independence Day, so that means there’s plenty to do, out there: the Mighty Thomas Carnival is offering midway thrills in the DECC parking lot, the Great American Picnic is taking place at Fitger’s, the Duluth Huskies baseball team is battling Willmar at Wade Stadium and the 2016 Fourth Fest offers up a full slate of music and tops it off with the region’s signature fireworks display.
Non-Fourth fun: the 2016 South St. Louis Country Fair, the Duluth Farmer’s Market, a marble-making class at Lake Superior Art Glass, Duluth MakerSpace’s Intro to Hand Plane class, the 2016 Spooner Rodeo, 21 poets reading 21-second-long poems at Duluth Art Institute, the Madeline Island Summer Film Series takes place all weekend, Glitteratti releases a CD, it’s plane-mania at the Duluth Airshow 2016, Trampled by Turtles play another big fat gig at Bayfront Park and it’s Mad Science at the Duluth Playhouse.
Events
Calendar of Events
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13 events,
The city of Carlton’s annual community celebration runs July 24-26, featuring a 5k walk/run, car show, pancake breakfast, parade, beer garden, live music, food trucks, kids bubble dance party, coin…
Free
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
The Sax-Zim Bog is a network of habitats, but what makes those habitats so distinct from one another? Environmental conditions like precipitation and temperature help mold ecosystems, as do the…
$25
Willow River Area Days is an annual three-day community festival featuring a parade, a backhoe rodeo, live music and more. It runs July 24–26. For the intricate details, squint and… 
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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9 events,
Instructor Airlea Indaniss DeFoe teaches students ages 9–12 how to make patterns in beadwork using color theory, drawing and counting. To develop these skills, students make beaded wall art that…
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This is a flexible week of creativity, discovery and hands-on fun best for ages 8-12, led by artist and educator Lara Fahnlander. Register for a single class, full daysmor the…
$60
Students explore storytelling through games, creative writing, illustration, performance and outdoor adventures. Weather permitting, the class will visit nearby natural spaces to inspire original stories and imaginative worlds. Class runs…
$80
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Children on grades K - 6 can participate in new maker program each week. Some of the programs will be messy, so wear appropriate clothes. The projects change week to…
Free
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17 events,
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Memorial Blood Centers is set up in Allete’s Hodnik Hall for this Donate Downtown Blood Drive. Millions of children and adults depend on matched blood donations to receive the life-saving… 
This class introduces students to the colorful world of fabric design. Campers will experiment with resist-dye techniques to transform cotton bags, shirts and other items into one-of-a-kind wearable works of…
$55
Youths ages 8 to 18 to can explore the Music Resource Center's various instruments and recording equipment during two two-day sessions on July 28 and 30 and August 18 and…
Free
Will Sings Songs performs original songs for young people of all ages. Driven by audience participation, Will's songs get kids moving, grooving, laughing and singing. A naturalist by trade, many…
Free
Will Sings Songs performs original songs for young people of all ages. Driven by audience participation, Will's songs get kids moving, grooving, laughing and singing. A naturalist by trade, many…
Free
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15 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while…
Free
River Rovers is a nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 that includes story time, snacks and outdoor activities -- with a different theme each week. The program is available on…
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
Every Wednesday, Sheraton Duluth Hotel holds a gathering to explore a curated selection of featured wines in a relaxed atmosphere. The gatherings are free, but space is limited. Reservations are…
Free
Duluth Folk School and Dovetail Cafe host a cribbage tournament every Wednesday. There are prizes for players who place.
Free
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21 events,
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Fuse Duluth invites Duluth professionals to explore the Lakeside Business District on an walking tour of local Chamber members. Lakeside offers a cozy collection of local shops, cafés, and businesses—perfect…
$25
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Kids grade K-12 are invited to a drop-in celebration inspired by K-Pop Demon Hunters. There are K-pop-themed crafts, songs, trivia and dress ups in the photo booth. DPL is working…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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The city of Duluth hosts its third Lester Park Golf Course Land Use Study Open House, presenting a recommended vision for the site. City of Duluth staff and consultants from…
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Go beyond the standard tour and experience the SS Meteor like never before. Step behind the scenes aboard on this two-hour guided adventure and explore areas rarely seen by the…
$50
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17 events,
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Every Friday throughout the summer, BB + Friends and BB + Coffee will hide three or more surprise prizes around the Twin Ports. New clues released every Friday. Follow the…
Free
Enjoy sensory-friendly movies in the comfortably cool green room this summer. Feel free to bring snacks and a blanket to cuddle up with. To make this movie sensory friendly, the…
Free
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The city of Duluth’s Planning and Economic Development Department is holding its second First Street Friday, following the inaugural event in June. First Street Friday is an "activation event" series…
Free
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All riders are welcome to join Vibrant Streets Duluth for a safe and accessible group bike ride. Meet outside City Hall and take a gentle ride down 25 blocks to…
Free
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Lydia Boyum & Ryan Lane bring a blend of singer-songwriter, folk, indie, and pop influences to the stage. With vocals and acoustic guitar, their music tells stories of love, life…
Free
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23 events,
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Superior Trails & Ales 5k and 10k Run/Walk is run in the Superior Municipal Forest. The event supports the growth of the city forest trail system. Participants receive a pint…
$30
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
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The Hortus Garden Club fundraiser supports the garden. There will be perennials, houseplants, garden decor, pots, tools and more. Stroll the garden before or after shopping.
Free
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods.…
Free
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods. |
11 events,
Fitger's Brewhouse presents its 39th annual Brewhouse Triathlon. The long course features a 0.93-mile swim, 24.8-mile bike ride and 6.2-mile run. The short course is a 0.5-mile swim, 12.4-mile bike…
$111.24
The 13th annual Buzz Ryan Triathlon features the Sprint Tri -- a 500-yard swim, 10-mile bike and a 2.5-mile run -- and the Half Buzzed Super Sprint -- a 250-yard…
$111.24
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
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Lincoln Park Children and Families Collaborative hosts the annual Meet in the Park to bring neighbors and community resources together to build social connectedness. The event features a two bounce…
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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6 events,
A weeklong clay camp for young artists to build skills and confidence through hands-on hand-building techniques. Students will explore pinch pots, coils, slabs, glazing and sculptural forms while creating functional…
$140
Students will use the pottery wheel, handbuilding and decorating techniques to create unique pieces that they can use in everyday life. There are 5 weekday sessions from 1-4. https://duluthart.org/class/kids-clay-camp-with-ashley-lake/2026-08-03/ $180…
$210
Lake Superior Writers hold a writing group for fantasy/speculative fiction writing on the first Monday of each month. Writers are invited to bring what they’re working on and ideas for…
Free
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
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11 events,
Farmers outside LNPK Grocery are giving away produce every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. The produce stand is stocked with fresh greens and vegetables supplied from the Ecolibrium3 Urban…
Free
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked… 
Self-professed book lovers and casual page turners gather for Reese's Book Club discussions at Sheraton Duluth. The monthly book information can be found at reesesbookclub.com. Limited space is available. Reservations…
Free
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Friend Fest is a celebration of friendship, connection and community during National Night Out. Guests receive conversation cards and connection prompts designed to help spark conversations. Interactive stations throughout the…
Free
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The fourth Annual Hillside Night Out is a family friendly event featuring food from Whole Foods Coop, ice cream from Love Creamery, music by DJ Jessscribe the Vibe, bike activities/skills…
Free
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16 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while…
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
"Don't panic, it's only a test." Duluth's emergency sirens sound off at roughly 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
Every Wednesday, Sheraton Duluth Hotel holds a gathering to explore a curated selection of featured wines in a relaxed atmosphere. The gatherings are free, but space is limited. Reservations are…
Free
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22 events,
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IndiGO's Disability Rights Celebration honors the disability rights movement and the advocates, past and present, who have led change within their communities to build a more accessible and equitable world. This year is the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which is landmark legislation in the ongoing fight for equity and access. The…
Free
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment is necessary. For enrollment, bring information about household income, Social Security numbers for every person applying and any information about health insurance offered through work.…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
During these two maintenance days, volunteers will handle unwanted vegetation within targeted areas on Wisconsin Point Bird Sanctuary. If the wind and weather cooperate, invasives will be burned on site. Participants are encouraged to email Mikayla, at watertrail @ stlouisriver.org if they are interested in helping at one, both or all three of these days…
Free
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Spirit Valley Days begins with the traditional crowning of Miss West Duluth and Miss West Duluth Princess. Spirit Valley Days celebrate the neighborhood of West Duluth with a variety of events running Aug. 6-9.
Free
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19 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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Enjoy sensory-friendly movies in the comfortably cool green room this summer. Feel free to bring snacks and a blanket to cuddle up with. To make this movie sensory friendly, the lights will be lowered to a dim level, but not off and the sound system will be kept at a lower level. English subtitles will…
Free
Explore an island with sea caves, a lighthouse, historic artifacts of past inhabitants, away from the noise of the city and under the milky way, clearly visible and sparkling on a cloud free night. The first night will be spent on the mainland at Little Sand Bay, learning about how to pack gear, set camp,…
$450
Forensic psychologist and true crime author Frank F. Weber is speaking about his 2025 release Heartbreak Hollow, which involves the case of a young woman who was promised a future…
Free
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City on the Hill Music Festival is two days of Christian, faith-based music at Bayfront Festival Park on the shores of Lake Superior. The event runs Aug. 7-8. This year's lineup features Cain as Friday night's headliner and Anne Wilson closing out the festival on Saturday evening. Also taking the stage are Ryan Stevenson, Leanna…
$59.27 – $98.56
During these two maintenance days, volunteers will handle unwanted vegetation within targeted areas on Wisconsin Point Bird Sanctuary. If the wind and weather cooperate, invasives will be burned on site.…
Free
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29 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,… 
On the second Saturday of each month a group of local writers connects via Zoom from 9:30 to 11 a.m. to talk about writing projects and upcoming events. Register at…
Free
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More than 50 vendor booths line Grand Avenue between Bristol Street and Central Avenue during the annual Craft, Vendor and Food Truck Fair. Spirit Valley Days celebrate the neighborhood of West Duluth with a variety of events running Aug. 6-9.
Free
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods. Each market brings a rotating selection of vendors together in an open-air setting where guests can shop small, connect with local creators and enjoy coffee,…
Free
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods. |
16 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
An hour of yoga followed by an Earth Rider beer every second Sunday through October. Tickets are available at runayoga.com
$20
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KidFest 2026 features hands-on crafts, carnival-style games and prizes, music, face painting, bounce houses and more. It is geared for toddlers through tweens and happens rain or shine.
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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The fifth annual Bloody Mary Bash on the decks at Skyline Social and Games is a fundraiser for Never Surrender Inc. to support the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Local…
$35
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11 events,
The Oliver Bridge, located over the St. Louis River at the junction of Minnesota Hwy 39 and Wisconsin Hwy 105, is closed Aug. 10-14, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a scheduled inspection. Changeable message signs are in place to let bridge users know about the closure. The signs will remain in place until…
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During this final date, volunteers will be managing woody debris from the shoreline and burning it on site. Doing so provides an open and suitable foraging habitat for shorebirds. The…
Free
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After more than 180 years of suppression and exclusion, fire (ishkode in the Ojibwe language) is coming back to Minnesota Point. For generations, Anishinaabe people used good fire to work…
Free
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
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14 events,
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Duluth's Primary Election ballot includes federal and state races, along with one county board race. The federal and state offices are partisan contests in which voters must choose a party and vote for the same party in all races. Minnesota's polling place finder can be used to determine where to vote. A sample ballot is…
Farmers outside LNPK Grocery are giving away produce every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. The produce stand is stocked with fresh greens and vegetables supplied from the Ecolibrium3 Urban Farm. If there is inclement whether, the giveaway is inside the store.
Free
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked goods, jams, jellies and pickles, eggs and meat, maple syrup and honey, flowers, body care products and artisan crafts.
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Celtic Song Circle is an event where attendees can sing and play Irish and Scottish favorites in a group setting. Instruments are welcome.
Free
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This week's Music in the Park features Dionysian Dithyrambs. Attendees should bring a chair or blanket. Food and refreshments are available to purchase from local vendors. In the event of rain, the concert may move the the Iron Trail Motors Event Center or to the bandstand in Olcott Park. Check social media for updates.
Free
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20 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while exploring over 1 mile of scenic zoo trails This is a fun and refreshing way to stay active.
Free
River Rovers is a nature playgroup for children ages 3-7 that includes story time, snacks and outdoor activities with a different theme each week. The program is available on Wednesdays during the summer from 10 a.m. to noon. It is best suited for families or small groups, not large school or summer-camp groups. Children must…
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers Association. Also part of the events are acoustic musicians, rotating food trucks, and artists and makers sharing handmade goods and creative work.
Free
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The West Duluth Business Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month in Mr. D's banquet room. This month's guest speaker is Kyle Demming, senior planner with the city of Duluth, who is sharing updates on redevelopment efforts in West Duluth's Spirit Valley business district. The mission of the West Duluth Business Club is…
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Attendees should dress for a mess and meet by the garden in the Upper Plaza (or in the Youth Services Area in bad weather). Kids over 7 may attend without a caregiver, and younger siblings are welcome under the direct supervision of a caregiver. Kids Garden Club meets throughout the summer. Check out future topics…
Free
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23 events,
The Jiggin’ with George fundraising tournament at Life of Riley Resort on Lake Vermilion is a day of fishing for prizes and supporting a great cause. Whether you’re a seasoned…
$600
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Help local students start the school year ready to learn by donating new school supplies during the annual Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive. Visit the Thirsty Pagan Brewing on Thursday, August 13th from 12 to 6 pm. Bring a school supply donation and receive a buy one, get one drink token. All supplies collected…
Free
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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Lake Superior Community Health Center Duluth hosts its annual free block party as part of National Community Health Center Week. The event features food trucks, live music, dogs for adoption…
Free
This four-week course meets on Thursdays at 4:45 p.m. from Aug. 6-27. It focuses on the tango and is for students who are ages 7-12. The costs is $50 for…
$15 – $50
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16 events,
Lake Effect Music Fest is a three-day celebration of music and outdoor adventure with a lineup of 13 bands performing across two stages, featuring genres from punk rock to indie…
$185
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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The 37th annual Bayfront Blues Festival is a three-day outdoor concert running Aug. 14-16. Gates open at 11 a.m. each day of the festival. Friday Schedule Noon - Paul Barry…
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An all-ages, after-hours music event called Roots, Tails, and Tunes, features bands The Rhizomes and The Trash Cats. The Rhizomes play indie folk-pop tunes with upbeat melodies and humorous takes on the stumbles of human connection. The Trash Cats are an acoustic cat rock band from Duluth. 90's covers and 90s-inspired originals are the name…
$5.00
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Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Split Rock Silhouette.” All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome.
$40
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P.B&J, Zeb or Zeke and the Run Away Screamings, and The Trinkets share the bill for this all-ages concert at Wussow's.
$10
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The Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium is gearing up to hit the road again for the annual Dark Sky Caravan on August 10th - 15th. Minnesota is home to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness which is the second largest International Dark Sky Sanctuary in the world. To celebrate dark skies, Planetarium staff will be traveling…
Free
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33 events,
Lake Effect Music Fest is a three-day celebration of music and outdoor adventure with a lineup of 13 bands performing across two stages, featuring genres from punk rock to indie…
$185
Mountain bikers from across the Midwest converge on Giants Ridge for the 11th running of The Grind mountain bike race, one of Minnesota’s premier cross country cycling events. Known for…
$104.18
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The 26th annual North Shore Bike Ride is an annual celebration of the Gitchi-Gami State Trail. This year again features 8-, 28-, 34- and 55-mile ride options, and kids under…
$55
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
-
Take a step back from modern life and reconnect with the art and aesthetics of simpler times. Cottagecore workshops create hands-on experiences that teach the traditional skills and crafts of cordage…
$20
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods.…
Free
The Sax-Zim Bog is a network of habitats, but what makes those habitats so distinct from one another? Environmental conditions like precipitation and temperature help mold ecosystems, as do the…
$25
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17 events,
Lake Effect Music Fest is a three-day celebration of music and outdoor adventure with a lineup of 13 bands performing across two stages, featuring genres from punk rock to indie…
$185
Grit & Gratitude is a bike ride to raise money to fight pediatric cancer and celebrate the resilience of Lily Buchholz, who had hepatoblastoma, a rare pediatric liver cancer. Spokengear…
$40 – $64
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
-
The 37th annual Bayfront Blues Festival is a three-day outdoor concert running Aug. 14-16. Gates open at 11 a.m. each day of the festival. Sunday Schedule Noon - Reverend Ravin… 
The Clover Valley Farm Trail is a co-operative group of locally-owned, small farms located in or near Clover Valley, a farming community between Duluth and Two Harbors. The farms offer… 
This two-hour, slow, sensory-rich immersion experience is inspired by forest bathing principles, adapted specifically for the unique wetland ecosystem of Sax-Zim Bog by Amelia Chapman, Friends of Sax-Zim Bog host/naturalist…
$40
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11 events,
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Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Park Bench.” All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and…
$40
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
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17 events,
Youths ages 8 to 18 to can explore the Music Resource Center's various instruments and recording equipment during two two-day sessions on July 28 and 30 and August 18 and 20. Hosted by instructors Axel and Jason. $50 suggested donation. All supplies and lunch are provided.
Free
Farmers outside LNPK Grocery are giving away produce every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. The produce stand is stocked with fresh greens and vegetables supplied from the Ecolibrium3 Urban…
Free
-
The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked…
-
Raise a glass and make a difference at Pints for a Purpose, an evening of food, drinks and community in support of the Lake Superior YMCA Community Services Branch. During… 
Downtown Chisholm has Live Music Nights on the third Tuesday of each summer month in conjunction with the Chisholm Lake Street Summer Vender Shows. Owler is an Iron Range band,…
Free
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23 events,
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The Lake Superior Zoo hosts Wellness Wednesdays presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while…
Free
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This event showcases multiple law enforcement and first responder vehicles. It’s also an opportunity for the public to interact with officers and first responders.
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers Association. Also part of the events are acoustic musicians, rotating food trucks, and artists and makers sharing handmade goods and creative work.
Free
Members of the public are invited to bring an antique or collectible to the Duluth Depot's rotunda for a free appraisal. Denny Mager of Northern Specialty will offer opinions on…
Free
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Attendees should dress for a mess and meet by the garden in the Upper Plaza (or in the Youth Services Area in bad weather). Kids over 7 may attend without…
Free
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25 events,
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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The Every Child Ready Duluth Coalition is bringing early childhood learning to a different community location every month. Parents are invited to play and learn with their little ones, meet…
This four-week course meets on Thursdays at 4:45 p.m. from Aug. 6-27. It focuses on the tango and is for students who are ages 7-12. The costs is $50 for…
$15 – $50
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Beer Garden events are held outside the Great Lakes Aquarium every Thursday in July and August and feature rotating food trucks and musical artists, with views of the Aerial Lift…
Free
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19 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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The organizers of Duluth Winter Village and Gourd Days are reinventing the summer art experience in Bayfront, calling it Flock Artfest. It's a weekend of art, creativity and community on the shores of Lake Superior. The event runs Aug. 21-22. The two-day festival provides opportunities to browse original work from a wide range of artists,…
Free
Attendees can tie-dye a tote bag. All materials are provided. All ages are welcome. Kids need to attend with an adult, and all should dress for a mess.
Free
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Catch Superior Seafood Boils out on the fest field at Earth Rider Brewery every other Friday night for a Cajun boil. The small, family-run catering business has a mission to bring the taste, fun and spirit of an authentic Louisiana seafood boil up north. 
Duluth is the best place in the world to watch Common Nighthawk migration. Each summer from mid-August to early September, these birds fly right over Duluth neighborhoods, traveling several thousand miles on their journey to South America. Bring the whole family and join Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory for two evenings of Nighthawk-filled fun, discovery and…
$5
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This is a rotational mixer, where everyone will meet everyone one-on-one. The goal is to generate new conversations with a variety of people. The event is facilitated by an experienced…
Free
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24 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Brothers Burn Mountain return to the Sir Ben's stage with their bluesy guitar riffs, memorable vocals and, of course, drum solos.
Free
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
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The organizers of Duluth Winter Village and Gourd Days are reinventing the summer art experience in Bayfront, calling it Flock Artfest. It's a weekend of art, creativity and community on the shores of Lake Superior. The event runs Aug. 21-22. The two-day festival provides opportunities to browse original work from a wide range of artists,…
Free
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods. Each market brings a rotating selection of vendors together in an open-air setting where guests can shop small, connect with local creators and enjoy coffee,…
Free
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods.
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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18 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
The Clover Valley Farm Trail is a co-operative group of locally-owned, small farms located in or near Clover Valley, a farming community between Duluth and Two Harbors. The farms offer… 
Feywild Farm Community Garden, in partnership with the Duluth Center for Women and Children, is seeking volunteers for a two-hour farm work party. Projects include wood-chipping paths and a garden…
Free
Nearly every Sunday night during the summer in Proctor the engines rumble and the dust flies as local dirt-track racers put on a show. The cars hit the track at…
$15
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15 events,
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
Duluth City Council meetings are held on the third floor of City Hall and broadcast on WDSE 103.3 FM. Meeting agendas are online at duluthmn.gov.
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Cigarette Picnic is a stripped down, sultry female power trio focusing on rich harmonies and minimal instrumentation. They are based in Duluth, Minnesota and perform original music with bold flavor…
Free
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17 events,
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked…
Duluth is the best place in the world to watch Common Nighthawk migration. Each summer from mid-August to early September, these birds fly right over Duluth neighborhoods, traveling several thousand miles on their journey to South America. Bring the whole family and join Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory for two evenings of Nighthawk-filled fun, discovery and…
$5
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Breanne Marie & the Front Porch Sinners play Great Lakes country music and sentimental ballads. Attendees should bring a chair or blanket. Food and refreshments are available to purchase from…
Free
Head to the Cedar to play bingo and win prizes every Tuesday 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Free
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The classic horror film is screened during this event. After a boating accident kills her family, shy Angela (Felissa Rose) lives with her eccentric Aunt Martha and cousin Ricky. Angela…
$7.25 – $11
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21 events,
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Presented by Essentia Health. Every Wednesday from June through August, guests are invited to walk, jog or run their way to wellness while exploring over one mile of scenic zoo…
Free
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
The four-day Concert in the Corn in Mason, about 100 miles southeast of Duluth, kicks off with Johnny Wad, Nick Kuka and The Rocky Mountain Regulators. Concert and campground tickets…
$69 – $249
Duluth Folk School and Dovetail Cafe host a cribbage tournament every Wednesday. There are prizes for players who place.
Free
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Duluth's Adam Herman is joined by The Dynamite Club, featuring Ben Anderson, Alex Nelson, Alyssa Swanson and Todd Garland. Squid City Slingers open the show. Food trucks for the event…
Free
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25 events,
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
Day two out of four of Concert in the Corn includes a lineup of Scotty McCreery, Drake White, Hailey Whitters, Chuck Briseno and Aftershock. Concert and campground tickets can be…
$69 – $249
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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The annual Fairlawn fundraiser and ice cream social combines community fun, sweet treats, music and activities to support preserving one of Superior’s historic landmarks. Donations from the event will be…
Free
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Inspired by the educational display 4-H posters at the Minnesota State Fair, the 5W State Fair Poster Night invites community members to create an educational poster about a topic of…
Free
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20 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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Scientists and staff of the University of Minnesota Duluth's Large Lakes Observatory invite the community to board and tour the Blue Heron research vessel on the Duluth Harbor behind the…
Free
Day three out of four of Concert in the Corn features a lineup of Brantley Gilbert, Craig Morgan, Chris Kroeze, The Northwood's Band and Hay River Sisters. Concert and campground…
$69 – $249
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This informative talk about salamanders is presented by Spencer Rettler, Nongame Wildlife Specialist with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Nongame Wildlife Program. Despite their small stature, salamanders are heavy lifters…
Free
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The Tribute Fest raises funds for homeless veterans by presenting two days of rock cover bands. Free tickets are available for veterans, active-duty personnel and their families. General tickets are…
$32.22
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31 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
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Tour three of the local farms with Whole Foods Co-op. Meet the farmers, learn about how they farm, why it matters and how local food moves from field to shelf…
$25 – $35
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
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Adults & teens discover the art of relief woodcarving in this welcoming, beginner-friendly workshop with longtime carver Kevin Ewing. Learn basic carving techniques, tool safety, and how to create texture…
$50
Journey into the world of mosses on this introductory field trip discussing both the natural history and identification of this diverse and challenging group. Mosses are all around in the…
$25
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Wired Whisker holds seasonal Maker Markets on its outdoor patio. These recurring pop-up events celebrate local makers, artists, growers, vintage curators and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted and small-batch goods.…
Free
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19 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
Every Sunday BB + Friends hosts its Craft and Cribbage event, featuring open cribbage playing and watercolor painting. No experience is necessary. It's just coffee, conversation, cards and creativity. Watercolor…
Free
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
Tiger beetles are a colorful, yet overlooked group of beetles that are becoming quite popular to amateur entomologists and naturalists. The species is often found in gravel pits or open…
$25
The Clover Valley Farm Trail is a co-operative group of locally-owned, small farms located in or near Clover Valley, a farming community between Duluth and Two Harbors. The farms offer…
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The Clover Valley Farm Fest celebrates the community and the summer harvest. The festival includes farmers market vendors, informational exhibits, demonstrations, food, music, kid's activities and much more. Two Harbors…
Free
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17 events,
The Twin Ports Chess Club welcomes all those interested in chess to its weekly sessions at Wussow's Concert Cafe. No skill level is too low.
Free
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Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instruction to create “Magical Monarch.” All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and…
$40
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19 events,
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The Carlton Farmers Market is open Tuesdays through October. Set-up starts at 3 p.m., and early-bird shoppers are welcome. There are fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, breads and baked…
Head to the Cedar to play bingo and win prizes every Tuesday 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Free
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Northern Exposure Art presents this paint class in which participants follow along with step-by-step instructions to create “Glow in the Dark Fireflies.” All materials are provided and no experience is…
$40
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The classic horror film is screened. Five years after the horrible bloodbath at Camp Crystal Lake, new counselors roam the area, not sensing the ominous lurking presence that proves that…
$7.25 – $11
Bruce Woodman and friends hold their weekly jam at Carmody on Tuesday nights.
Free
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19 events,
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The Superior Downtown Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from June 3 through Oct. 28. It features a variety of produce and agricultural vendors organized by the Douglas County Farmers…
Free
"Don't panic, it's only a test." Duluth's emergency sirens sound off at roughly 1 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.
Duluth Folk School and Dovetail Cafe host a cribbage tournament every Wednesday. There are prizes for players who place.
Free
Wussow's Concert Cafe hosts an open mic event every Wednesday. The signup list for 15-minute performance slots is put out at 6 p.m. Performers traveling from out of town can…
Free
Duluth Yacht Club runs sailboat races every Wednesday night at 6:15 from mid May to early September on Lake Superior and the Duluth-Superior Harbor within approximately 10 miles of the… |
23 events,
The Duluth Flame's annual Pride Karaoke event is like normal karaoke, but gayer. It is hosted by Dixie Diamond. Duluth Superior Pride runs Sept. 3-6. For a full list of…
Free
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Douglas County Historical Society announces the 2026 History Classic, a golf tournament and fundraiser for DCHS. There is a shotgun start starting at noon with teams having the opportunity to…
$100
A MNsure-certified navigator is available every Thursday in the Partnership Center of the Duluth Public Library to provide free assistance using MNsure to sign up for health insurance. No appointment…
Free
Twin Ports Roots Market's weekly summer events in the Lincoln Park neighborhood feature local vendors on Thursdays until Oct. 1.
Free
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Community leaders welcome visitors and residents to the annual Duluth Superior Pride celebration during the traditional Mayors' Reception event. The festivities include live music, snacks, a cash bar and a…
Free
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Vibe on vinyl every first and third Thursday of the month at Bent Paddle Brewing. The DJ sessions feature a rotating cast, including DJ Anibody, Saint John, DJ Fraudulent, DJ…
Free
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18 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Duluth Flame's annual Party X features prize giveaways, a live DJ, a light show and an open dance floor. The event is part of Duluth Superior Pride weekend and…
$5
The depths of the great lakes are calling with Coral Collective’s latest drag show, Sirens of the Great Lakes. The collective is an LGBTQIA2S+ arts organization in Duluth. This event…
$10
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26 events,
Come visit the farm and let the kids play outside. There is a wagon ride, corn pit, sandbox, Dinoland, Fairyland, horse hunt, donkey, goats, chickens, yard games, 2 playgrounds with…
$8.00
The Cloquet Farmers Market is open Saturday mornings in the parking lot of Premiere Theatres. Local farmers and artisans bring locally-grown, fresh-picked fruits and vegetables, as well as breads, jams,…
The Two Harbors Farmers Market is open Saturdays until early October featuring locally grown produce and goods.
Duluth River Train excursions on the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad depart at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays until Oct. 18. The two-hour rail journey is…
$26.20
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The four-day Duluth Superior Pride celebration's largest event is the Duluth Superior Pride Festival at Bayfront Park, which includes live music and entertainment, beer tents, exhibitors, food and merchandise vendors…
Free
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The Artist Alleyway is an outdoor market with local artists and entrepreneurs, held each Saturday through Sept. 5. It features pottery makers, original artwork and prints, unique handcrafted items and free children's activities. The Artist Alleyway is located in the heart of the Lincoln Park Craft District, next to Dovetail Cafe and Marketplace.
Free
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Kraig James – “Ode to Joan”
Kraig James & the Campfire Stars are releasing a new song each month in 2016 for a project called Campfire Americana: Volume 1. “Ode to Joan” is an original song; the video includes photos and statistics from the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
PDD Quiz: June 2016
June happened. Now, what do you remember? Take the quiz and find out.
Moose Lake brewery opening soon
According to the Brewers Association, Minnesota had 105 craft breweries in 2015. This number continues to rise, but the majority of breweries are still heavily concentrated in bigger cities, and particularly around the Twin Cities. But the founders of Moose Lake Brewing Company are bucking this trend; they believe every small town deserves its own brewery.
The opening of Moose Lake Brewing at 244 Lakeshore Drive in Moose Lake is planned for the end of July. Moose Lake has a population of 2,787. It supports a handful of restaurants and a municipal liquor store/bar. (more…)
Graduation Day
We were at the graduation ceremony for the Harbor City International School in Duluth, and the commencement address was by Gaelynn Lea Tressler. She is the winner of the 2016 National Public Radio Tiny Desk Concert series and she knows about and exemplifies overcoming hardships and truly appreciating the things we take for granted. She is beautiful and eloquent and she speaks from a position only she can speak from. She sings and she plays her violin from somewhere deep in her soul.
She talked to the graduating high school seniors and she talked to our son and she reminded them to always enrich their own lives and to enrich the lives of others. She talked to them of pursuing their dreams and never giving up. She played her violin and she sang to them and the crowd was speechless and the auditorium was silent as her last notes were fading. Below is an excerpt from her NPR Tiny Desk concert performance. Please don’t pass it up; it’s five minutes and six seconds you will never regret. You have time to watch this: (more…)
Glensheen & the Congdon Legacy
Selective Focus: Tim White
This week in Selective Focus, we feature Tim White, who curated the previous iteration of Selective Focus – photo submissions based on a weekly theme. Tim is a photographer, writer, and proponent of the arts, and has worked on several collaborative projects in his short time in Duluth.
TW: I’ve been making photographs for about the past seven years, having lost my previous practice as a painter to solvent exposure. There were a few dormant years during this time that followed a series of personal crises, and I recently returned to photography after moving to Duluth almost two years ago. I appreciate filmic images (both moving and still), but work mostly — due to the chemistry — with digital capture, then mediate these until they better reflect what I felt when taking the initial shot. I don’t believe in pursuing a personal “style,” though I’m glad when viewers note a poetic quality to my pictures. I admire poetry’s ability to employ elements with conventional meanings (words) toward more ephemeral ends, and hope in a similar way that my work isn’t limited by the literality of the objects I depict. (more…)
Uber poised to enter Duluth market
The question might not be why Duluth doesn’t have Uber service, but when it will.
“By the end of the year,” said Duluth City Councilor Noah Hobbs. “From my personal end I don’t see anything holding us back from having Uber operating in Duluth.”
Hobbs held the first formal meeting on Tuesday in regard to the ride-hailing web application operating in the city. He met with City Attorney Nate LaCoursiere as a starting point for crafting an ordinance to regulate Uber and other transportation network companies.
Unlike taxicabs, Uber utilizes an online platform to connect drivers in their personal vehicles with riders paying for fares through the touch of a button, no cash. This type of techy transportation is taking place in 476 cities worldwide and counting. Uber started out seven years ago in cities like San Francisco and Chicago, and has recently expanded into smaller communities like Moorhead and Iowa City. (more…)
Northern Isolation II
The three-day Northern Isolation music and art festival returns to Duluth Aug. 19-21 for a second annual showcase of punk, metal and experimental acts. Along with plenty of local talent are several traveling bands like Lumpy & the Dumpers (from Missouri) and Happy Diving (from California).
“Northern Isolation is the product of my frustrations with the overbearing amount of conventional thinking, trends, and egotism in the world,” says promoter Dean Berlinerblau. “It’s a positively manifested ‘fuck you’ to the world’s expectations.”
The fest will be primarily comprised of shows at the Carter Building, a new skatepark, music venue and art gallery at 214-1/2 E. First St. off the alley behind the NorShor Theatre. There will also be two ambient shows in the Red Herring‘s basement Red Room, and two after-party shows at locations to be announced. An art show will be featured at the Carter during the fest and Duluth Coffee Company will be serving free coffee to keep attendees energized.
Tickets to Northern Isolation II can be found online or purchased at the door.
How to support CASDA’s 2016 Golf Scramble
The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse‘s annual “Socks for Survivors” Golf Scramble is just over a month away. Even if you’re not a golfer, you can help ensure its success. (more…)
Norshor Theatre renovations begin
The deal to restore Duluth’s historic Norshor Theatre has finally come together, and renovation work is underway. Last week, WDSE-TV‘s Almanac North hosts Dennis Anderson and Julie Zenner discussed the project with Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and Duluth Playhouse Executive and Artistic Director Christine Gradl Seitz.
Blacklist’s Brian Schanzenbach profiled in The Growler
Minnesota craft-culture magazine The Growler features Brian Schanzenbach of Duluth’s Blacklist Artisan Ales in its latest brewer profile. The article outlines Schanzenbach’s days floating a raft down the Mississippi River, studying biology and microbiology at UMD, interning at Lake Superior Brewing Company, brewing at Fitger’s Brewhouse and launching Blacklist in 2013.
Brewer Profile: Brian Schanzenbach of Blacklist Artisan Ales
Happy Thirteenth Birthday to Us
Perfect Duluth Day is thirteen years old today — Wednesday, June 29, 2016. The official celebration is at Vikre Distillery in Canal Park. Here’s a link to the Facebook invite. Come on down.
Local casket business dies
Hey, when did Duluth Casket Shop go out of business? Did local media completely fail to produce the kind of headline people get into journalism for in the first place?
Postcards from Cascade Park
Duluth’s Cascade Park still exists, but it’s nothing compared to what it used to be. In the late 1800s a sandstone pavilion and bell tower overlooked the city, with Clark House Creek running through it and down toward a pond and lush gardens. The bell tower was destroyed during a storm, and Mesaba Avenue eventually ate up part of the park, pushing the creek completely underground. These old postcards offer a look at what was once Duluth’s most extravagant park. (more…)
Grandma’s Marathon 2016 Double: A Movement
[This post originally contained an embedded video that is no longer available at its source.]
Eric Strand cranks out the Grandma’s Double for the fifth consecutive year. Amazing feat and another fun video.
This Week: brewmeisters, books, blog birthdays and more
Here’s a bit of what you’ll find in this week’s PDD Calendar:
Wildwoods will share how it helps animals in need at the Duluth Public Library, the Duluth Transit Authority challenges people across the Northland to ride the bus to and from work during their annual breakfast, Gooseberry Falls is the place to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps while hiking, local politicians will talk about what they are doing to help provide solutions to poverty in the area, immortal hosers Bob and Doug McKenzie are back up on the big screen to once again free Rosie LaRose from the evil Brewmeister Smith at the Zinema and the nerds are having a Nerd, Hot American Summer.
The Duluth Chamber of Commerce gives Vikre Distillery an opportunity to talk about their marketing strategies, Yoga North offers a six-week-long series of classes to beginners to yoga, Author Brian Freeman comes to Duluth to talk about why he sets his books here, the history of the soon-to-be-revived NorShor Theatre is discussed during the latest Zenith City on Tap event and the Scenic St. Louis River Railroad is again chugging away.
Oh, and your friendly neighborhood blog is celebrating its lucky thirteenth, too.
A Day in Duluth Timelapse
Douglas Feltman starts at the Thomson Hill overlook and tours Lincoln Park, Enger Park, Chester Creek, Congdon Park, Lester Park, Canal Park and finally Park Point during the weekend of the Park Point Rummage Sale.