The Riverside performs Tuesday, Sept. 2, at Hoopsnake Farm, Brule.

Unapologetically African: Freedom Friday
Friday, Aug. 29, 11 am to 7 pm
Washington Center
Family-friendly event celebrating African culture through back-to-school activities, food, music, art and storytelling to bring the whole neighborhood together. Free haircuts (by appointment only, call 218-522-4445) starting 11 am, youth activities at 2 pm, food and music 5 pm

Tina & The B-Sides
Friday, Aug. 29, 7:30 pm
Silver Bay City Center Park
Often called “the best bar band in America,” Tina and her sister Laura formed the group in late-1980s Minneapolis and developed a reputation for high-energy shows akin to tent revivals. Tonight they perform a free outdoor concert on the North Shore.

ReneGAY: A Pride Variety Show
Fri. & St., Aug. 29 & 30, 8 pm
Zeitgeist
The Duluth-Superior Pride Festival won’t be complete without some laughs, so Renegade Comedy presents an all-queer lineup of stand-up comedy, improv, drag and burlesque.

Eve 6, Saliva
Sunday, Aug. 31, 7 pm
Fortune Bay Casino, Tower
Two of the most electrifying bands of the late ‘90s/early 2000s on the outdoor stage. Eve 6 is known for their hits “Inside Out” and “Here’s to the Night,” while Saliva cranks it up with hard-hitting anthems like “Click Click Boom,” “Ladies and Gentlemen” and “Always.”

The Riverside
Tuesday, Sept. 2, 7 pm
Hoopsnake Farm, Brule
Traditional melodic and harmony-driven folk string band from Southern California, founded in 2012, performs in a 130-year-old barn. The trio performs around one microphone, where each instrument and voice crafts a part of each story. Bring chairs.

Fairlawn’s Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, Sept. 3, 5-7:30 pm
Fairlawn Mansion, Superior
Moved from its original July date due to inclement weather, this annul event includes a free concert, classic cars, magic show, artisan and vendor market, mini yoga classes, free guided tours, kid’s games and did we mention ice cream?

Shades of Gray
Thursday, Sept. 4, 6-10 pm
Earth Rider Fest Grounds
Gathering of friends, artists and musicians celebrating and supporting artist, craftsman, author,. painter, musician and vibe-master Simon Gray in his time of need. The event will feature Simon’s artwork and music by Father Hennepin, Dance Attic, Oregon Creek and King Downs.