Last Look at Three West Duluth Structures

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Anticipating the demolition of the Duluth Motel and Star Enterprises in West Duluth, I took a few photos two weeks ago. Both buildings are rubble now.

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River Walk West

Spirit Valley Land Co., developer of BayHill on the River townhomes, is planning another development in West Duluth. Read John Ramos’ report on the Cheerleader Blog.

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Hibbing High School reunion makes international news

Last weekend was the 50th reunion of the Hibbing High School Class of 1959.

Why is that notable? In that class was Bobby Zimmerman, later to become Bob Dylan.

It appears Dylan did not show – but a British journalist did, and he wrote a pretty long story about it that’s posted on the Daily Telegraph Web site this morning. (more…)

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Catalog

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All models come equipped with a trailer filled with mufflerless ATVs, shotguns, and chainsaws. Rear- and front-mounted machine guns are available for an extra charge. See your dealer for details.

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Save the date… Friday July 31st

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COYOTE + JAMIE NESS

@ Teatro Zuccone
Friday July 31 – 8PM – $5

Thanks!

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Truth in Advertising

This behemoth was about 30 feet long and aptly named.

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Cinderella X 3

3 cultures, 3 stories, 1 timeless tale of hope and goodness in the face of adversity…

Presented by the East Hillside Youth Theatre Camp

SHOW TIMES:
Thursday, July 23, 1 pm
Friday, July 24, 1 pm & 7 pm
Saturday, July 25, 7 pm
at the Harbor City International School Theatre 332 West Michigan Street, Duluth. Admission is FREE, donations welcome.

Sponsored by: CDBG, College of St. Scholastica, Duluth Parks & Recreation, Grant Community School Collaborative, Grant & Nettleton Magnet Schools, ISD #709 EEAC, ISD# 709 African American Cultural Center, ISD #709 Asian Pacific Cultural Center, The Incredible Exchange, MDE 21st Century Community Learning Center, Northern Lakes Second Harvest Food Bank, Ordean Foundation, St. Mary’s Corporate Contributions, ISD #709 Title 1, True North Americorps, United Way of Greater Duluth, VISTA, Y.E.S. Duluth, YWCA of Duluth, and individual donations.

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Starving Artist Barter??

Dear Duluthians,
You might have seen some of my art at Bohemia Arts, and if not, please do come see it, because if you like it: I am hoping to trade existing paintings, commissions, and/or mural work for a) a decent bike b) a canoe in working order c) a kayak that floats and/or d) misc hauling equipment and useful accessories for said objects. Or other awesome stuff to trade for might be considered too…

Thank you kindly,
maria sippola
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Bayfront Reggae and World Music Festival

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Jay Cooke has a perfect Duluth day.

Jay Cooke has a perfect Duluth day.

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3D “Journey to the Center of the Earth”

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It’s the last day to file for office in Duluth

Have you made up your mind yet? Are you running for a City Council or School Board seat? Well, it’s too late now, unless you want to be a write-in candidate.

Here’s the list of candidates

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This is what happens when the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile gets frisky

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More info here:

https://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090718/ap_on_fe_st/us_odd_wienermobile_wreck

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Bayfront Reggae and World Music Festival

Cracked Egg Improv, a wing of Rubber Chicken Theater, debuts this Thursday

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Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 8pm, starting July 23rd, come to Dubh Linn Comedy Pub and watch us make it up as we go along. Just five bucks. That is a lot of intentional comedy for five bucks. (I know, I know. You get more from City Hall every day and that’s free, but what can you do?)
www.RubberChickenTheater.com or (218) 213-2780 for more info.

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Sixty-five Superior Saloons

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Sixty-five Superior Saloons.

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USOs: Unidentified stationary objects

Can anyone help me figure out what exactly this might be?  I was thinking of taking a bike ride from Duluth to Grand Rapids avoiding Hwy 2 and thought this road might be nice, but this “thing” has me puzzled.  There’s another one north west a few miles…

What is it?

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Fabric and Ribbon Wanted

The YWCA is in search of donated colorful fabrics and ribbons for crafting. If you would be able to donate items, please contact Tammi at tammij @ ywcaduluth.org or call 218-624-5451 x 10. Thank you!

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Free Range Film Festival this weekend

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Free Range Film Festival
July 24th and 25th
Wrenshall, MN

Motion Pictures in a Barn
www.freerangefilm.com

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Music @ Bohemia Arts this evening

Come check out a few locals and a couple touring bands from New York! If don’t already know… Bohemia Arts is located in between Superior and 1st St. on 1st Ave W. downtown. All Ages are welcome. Click the poster for more details.

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What are they chucking out the window in Rice Lake Township?

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I took a one-mile walk with the dog this evening. Litter found (and picked up / disposed of properly) along the road:

– Minnesota trailer license plate

– The back of a child-size guitar

– Walgreens receipt for three pounds of epsom salts, nothing else ($3.44)

– Note reading: OFFICE MAX

– remains of a Deli Express sandwich container

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Free Movie Monday

40 years ago, humans made their mark in the lunar dust…

In the Shadow of the Moon

FINAL FREE MOVIE MONDAY

Monday, July 20th

Duluth Art Institute

6:30 Gallery open house

7:30 Screening – In the Shadow of the Moon
FREE

Enjoy a free open house of the Duluth Art Institute galleries before watching “In the Shadow of the Moon”.  Buzz Aldrin, Neil Armstrong, and Stephen Armstrong share their personal experiences in this 2007 documentary that celebrates curiosity, courage, and the wonder of our universe.

Use the back entrance to the Depot to enter events. This program is part of two months of enhancement programming surrounding the Duluth Art Institute’s exhibit “Beyond: Visions of Planetary Landscapes ” from the Smithsonian Institution. Learn more at duluthartinstitute.org

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Back to Basics

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Pickup Baseball Game

Sunday, July 19 | 3:30 p.m.
Chester Bowl Park

That’s baseball, not softball. This is a pickup game for grownups who can’t remember the last time they felt the ol’ wood smack the cowhide. Pitches will be lobbed, not that anyone who can throw hard will show up anyway.

There’s nothing official about this game, I just got the invite and was told to spread the word. If there’s an organized youth soccer game or something else going on at Chester, the game might get moved to Woodland or something, so it might help to show up on time if you want to be in the know about a possible relocation.

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What is this meatloaf pan shaped like?

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Greg Connor – “Honking Tree”

New song “Honking Tree” commemorating the White Pine cut down by vandals last April. Written by amateur songwriter Greg Connor.

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25-43 and Bored? Join Life in Duluth!

In May 2009, we lauched the Life in Duluth Social Networking Group.  We’re a group of younger Duluthian who want to meet new people, try new things & have a full social calendar.   Singles & couples both accepted.

We’re over 100 members today & have been meeting for events like happy hour, bowling, hiking, biking, movies in the park, volleyball, kickball, Huskies games, concerts, etc.

If you’re a typical young, bored Duluthian, check us out & join up!  https://www.meetup.com/Life-in-Duluth/

-Brian Tasky, Life in Duluth Organizer

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