Merv Griffin “Christmas City” B-Side

Adamshmaddam Nov 16, 2012 No Comments

Some people may not know that in addition to the Merv Griffin Duluth-themed classic “Christmas City,” which was written for the Christmas City of the North Parade, there is also a B-side to the 45 RPM single that was released back in 1962. It’s called “The Song of the Christmas City.”

Also a song written with Duluth in mind (and worked into the song lyrics), this one is more of a slow jam compared to Christmas City’s more upbeat jingle-bell jive. The song features addition vocals by one Maureen Reynolds who I couldn’t find any information on. Apparently she’s off the grid.

You can download good vinyl rips of both tunes to add to your own Christmas playlist right here. Enjoy!


History, Music

Christmas City of the North Parade Stream

JP Rennquist Nov 16, 2012 7 Comments

Hi folks. Especially the folks who are far away Duluthians, this could be good news for you.

I just got word in this nice little video from Kevin Jacobsen and LeAnn Wallace that the Christmas City of the North Parade will be streaming live at the Northland’s Newscenter website.

The twitter hashtag is #christmascityparade


Events, News and Current Affairs ,

Warm face on cold, national chain again

David Beard Nov 16, 2012 No Comments

Every once in a while, I get special service at a shop that I would otherwise expect to be a cold, emotionless, national chain. I like to tip the hat here to those folks.

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Uncategorized

Duluth mountain bike trails featured in Salsa Cycles ads

Hansi Johnson Nov 16, 2012 3 Comments

Photo by Gnat


Outdoors

Winter weekly events

Lawrence Lee Nov 16, 2012 No Comments

Hey, howdy! I’m working on putting together the weekly events for December through February for the PDD Calendar.

If you have or know of a weekly event that you’d like to publicize on the calendar for that period, please let me know and send me a picture related to that event. Mention in the description how long the event should run.

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Events

50 years of being “nice-icle”

Lawrence Lee Nov 16, 2012 No Comments

Merv Griffin recorded this precious little ditty in 1962. Happy Christmas City of the North Parade everyone!


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Give to the Max for the Lake Superior Zoo

Anya Russom Nov 15, 2012 4 Comments

The season for giving is upon us, and today, GiveMN’s Give to the Max day, our hearts are filled to the brim with love for our supporters. Needless to say, this year has taken a toll on not only the physical form of our zoo, but the staff as well. And yet, through the clouds, rain, and mud, an irrefutable ray of sunshine has beamed down upon us. Whether through a child’s lemonade stand, a random donation, or simply an encouraging comment given to our staff, these gestures have truly kept us going through some of the darkest times in our lives.

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Random ,

Calling all Product Designers

GregBenson Nov 15, 2012 2 Comments

Wanted
Product Designer
Proficient @ CAD
Epicurean and Loll Designs
Send info to [email protected]


Random

Duluth Album Releases in 2011

Paul Lundgren Nov 15, 2012 No Comments

Compiled here is an incomplete list of Duluth-related music releases from 2011.

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Music ,

Fractal Power at Schooners

PDDTV Nov 15, 2012 3 Comments

Set the Wayback Machine for May 14, 2004, at Schooners Nightclub in the old Canal Park Inn. (The bar closed later that year and the hotel was demolished in 2006 to make way for the new Canal Park Lodge.)

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The Murder of Crows at Sacred Heart

PDDTV Nov 14, 2012 1 Comment

Gaelynn Lea and Alan Sparhawk performing an online concert, captured by Lakefront Films. Sound by Jake Larson and Eric Swanson.


Music, Videos ,

Un Taco Mas: “We are still here”

Nikegirl65 Nov 14, 2012 11 Comments

Hello Duluthians, I am Rosalinda, owner of Un Taco Mas — the taco trailer mentioned in a PDD post last month. We would like to say thank you to all who came out and tried our food. We would like to apologize for it taking longer to re-open than we expected. We ran into some financial problems and we are working hard to get it up and running again. We will have a bigger menu, so please keep your eyes open and look for us. Again we thank you for your support and look forward to serving you again!


Restaurants

Prøve Gallery Call for Art Under $100

PROVEGallery Nov 13, 2012 No Comments

Prøve Gallery, Duluth’s newest space for emerging and contemporary art, is seeking to give emerging artists the opportunity to gain experience and exposure and further Duluth’s community involvement and interest in the arts.

Call for Art Under $100

All work should be priced under $100. There are no theme or media restrictions. Works can be hung on the wall, free standing, laying on the floor, suspended, etc.

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Art, Events

Sawmill Unpainted Furniture — what’s the deal?

emilymoesewco Nov 13, 2012 3 Comments

I tried to go there over the weekend and even though it should have been open, it was closed with a “For Lease” sign. Internet searches have been unhelpful. Does anybody know what’s going on? I need a dining room table!


Random

The Duluth Creative Corridor

Paul Lundgren Nov 13, 2012 8 Comments

Today’s reading material:
PDF of the full report | PDF of the executive summary

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News and Current Affairs
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