Recollections – Paintings by Emma Rustan
Recollections – New artwork by Emma Rustan
Art Reception Friday, July 8, from 6pm – 9pm
Washington Studios Artist Cooperative, 315 N. Lake Ave.
Live music with violinist Wendy Dane
Duluth 2011 Election Candidate Filings
Duluth citizens desiring to be a candidate for elected office must file before July 19. Candidates for city offices file with the city clerk; candidates for school board file at Historic Old Central High School in room 215.
(The list below is a final list of who filed. Updates were made to this post as filing was happening, so some comments to this post predate the completion of the list.)
Mayor of Duluth
Don Ness (incumbent) (more…)
Various Critters
Mink, or Marten -- I've been told both -- with a spinal injury
Summer’s long days are the busiest days at Wildwoods. Following on yesterday’s eagle, here is info on other species passing through. (more…)
Bella, Missing Cat from East Hillside
Myself, along with others I know have all had our cats go missing within this past week. Are there others experiencing this horrible phenomena?
I am absolutely bummed about this. Bella has never been away from home for more than a few hours.
She is an orange and white cat, around 8 Ibs. She was last seen June 30, on East Eighth Street between 7th and 8th avenue. She may or may not still be wearing her pink ‘safetycat’ collar with ID.
If you have any information regarding her, or if you even think you may have spotted her, please contact us @: ricer26 @ yahoo.com.
We miss her so much. She is a beloved member of our family.
Experienced tutor seeking new students
I hope posting this isn’t out of line, but my wife told me it was OK. If I’m breaking any rules, please let me know so that I can blame her.
I am an experienced tutor looking for students in the Duluth / Superior area. I have extensive experience with special needs children, especially those on the autism spectrum, as well as those students who just need a little extra help.
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Le Cirque Rouge Cabaret & Burlesque Show comes to Duluth
Le Cirque Rouge Cabaret & Burlesque Show was founded in 2003 by Duluth native Amy Buchanan and is responsible for bringing Burlesque back to Minnesota for the first time in 50 years!
Featuring a full band, triple-threat dancers, and world-class singers, Minneapolis-based Le Cirque Rouge has been called one of the best cabaret and burlesque shows in the world, with over 500 performances under their belt.
Performances are Friday and Saturday July 8, & 9 at 7:30PM at the Teatro Zuccone in Downtown Duluth. Tickets are $15. Advanced ticket sales are available at teatrozuccone.com. Teatro Zuccone box office: 218-336-1414.
Google+
Who is on Google Plus?
For such a wee little place, it seems like Duluth has a pretty large footprint. Your thoughts? Comments?
I’ve been enjoying it, but it is definitely a very tech heavy crowd that I’ve seen so far (for obvious reasons, who else would you want to beta test something?). But I’m always game for connecting more with liberal arts, socks-with-sandals, bumper-sticker activist types.
Busy week …
I enjoyed Fourth Fest a lot — the carnival was a treat, and the local food vendors make the fireworks a filling, as well as visually appealing, spectacle.
Ahead, for me, this week:
Downtown Duluth hosts a street festival.
Teatro Zuccone hosts a burlesque.
And there is Taste of Greece.
Two Harbors also hosts a festival, I think.
What would you do? Have I missed the real gem?
Testing WordPress Twitter Feed 1..2..3
Need to test the Twitter feed… I hope it works. Follow PDD on Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/PerfectDuluth
Here are some Fourth Weekend North Shore photos to make the test worthwhile.
Eagle recovers at Wildlife Rehab Center
Bill and Fran found this beautiful but emaciated mature eagle in the bushes. It had blood in its mouth. The eagle was brought to the Wildwoods rehab location for help with what appears to be lead poisoning. (more…)
Duluth Motorcycle Mechanics
I am looking for a mechanic to help me keep my 1988 Honda NX250 running. Preferably a mom-and-pop shop for all my motorcycle repair needs, or someone who works on bikes on the side for cash/barter. Will drive up to 100 miles outside of the Twin Ports if needed. Any advice is appreciated!
Excuse Me Princess & Loup-Garou Tour Kickoff
Come celebrate the short 6 day tour that Excuse Me Princess and Loup-Garou are heading out on this Wednesday at Teatro Zuccone. Show is at 7pm and has a $5 cover. It is also an all ages event, so bring the whole family.
Joining those two at this show will be Lions&Creators. So you know it’s good…
EMP and Loup-Garou will be playing a short acoustic set at the Electric Fetus the same day at 2pm.
Fourth of July Rally for Marriage Equality
Join hundreds of marriage equality supporters at Leif Erikson Park Monday, July 4, from 1-3 p.m. The event is organized by Duluth United for All Families and kicks off a 17-month campaign to defeat the amendment banning recognition of marriage for LGBT couples in Minnesota. A walk along the Lakewalk to Bayfront Park begins at 3 p.m. The event will be held rain or shine; all are welcome!
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Every weekend is a 3-Day Weekend
Every week there are 6 performances at the Teatro Zuccone – guaranteed. Two shows on Thursday night, two on Friday night and two on Saturday night. One prime-time show for the general public (rated PG – for everybody), and one late-night show for those who like their entertainment served with a PBR tall boy (rated R – for big kids).
Theater, music, film, dance, comedy, poetry – you name it, you’ll see it at the Teatro Zuccone. We’ll be here 6 times a week – every week. We promise. The only thing you have to do is visit 3dayweekendmn.com and see just what we’re offering this week to appease the entertainment-starved masses.
Experienced Piano Teacher Looking for Students in Duluth
Hello all! My husband and I are moving to Duluth in a few weeks. I’ll be starting to teach soon after! I’ve been teaching for 16 years, for the last 8 in Chicago. I have my master’s degree in piano performance and pedagogy from Northeastern Illinois University.
The rest of my info is at emilymoepianostudio.wordpress.com.
Duluth Music and Maritime Festival 2011
US Brig Niagara, Pride of Baltimore II and Lynx
Additional entertainers announced in recent weeks for the Duluth Music and Maritime Festival include Mason Jennings, Chmielewski Funtime Band, Heiruspecs, Haley Bonar and Cantus.
That’s in addition to the Suburbs, Gear Daddies, Cracker, Retribution Gospel Choir, Tom Kastle, Ninety to the Dozen, AM Rubin, Bounding Main and family programming by the Duluth Playhouse.
It all happens July 15-18 on the waterfront behind Grandma’s Sports Garden, Bellisio’s and the Paulucci Building.
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North Shore prime
If you can find a place to park other than the side of Highway 61, this would would be an ideal weekend to explore North Shore state parks without all the crowds. Boldly enter at the gates or use the trails (SHT) running into them. And the lupines up the shore are stunning right now.
Busking in Duluth
I’ve been reading a lot about the possibilities of busking in Duluth, and I still can’t really tell what the verdict is. I went to the city site to see if there is actually a form or something, and I saw nothing.
So, is busking in town free of licensing? It seems to be the case, but I can’t be 100 percent sure.
Also, is the audition process something you must do? There was a lot of coverage of the “official” buskers, but I couldn’t see anything about whether they were the only people allowed to play on the street.
What do the yellow flags mean at Park Point beach accesses?
We saw them at Tot Lot and the firehall on Park Point. Riptide? E. coli? What?
First Lutheran Church Worship in Leif Erikson Park
Starting Sunday July 3, First Lutheran Church in Duluth celebrates 10 a.m. Sunday Worship in Leif Erikson Park. All are welcome! Park worship will be held during the months of July and August. (more…)
Battle for Duluth
I heard this morning about World of Fourcraft which uses Foursquare as an engine for a giant game with teams trying to take over New York City.
So, fellow nerds, why don’t we have this for the Twin Ports? Anyone want to tackle this? Sounds like great fun! Imagine Cakeeaters battling marauding hordes of displaced Trojans. I mean, just the team names would be a hoot!
Charity Huot CD Release Party
Charity Huot CD Release P
arty, Community Celebration, and Ness Campaign Kick-Off
Pizza Luce
Today, June 30th @ 9:30 PM
$5 / 21+
-Join Charity Huot as she releases her 2nd Album “A New Beginning.” She will be joined by the musicians on the Album: Summit Hill Band- Denise Guelker, Ryan Kimm, and Justin Korhonen.
-Toast to the success of Mayor Don Ness, his support for the arts, and help him kick off his campaign!