Events

noon-6pm Thu. Sep. 3

DCHS Golf Scramble

Nemadji Golf Course 5 N. 58th St. E., Superior

3-5pm Thu. Sep. 3

Art reception: Justin Kervina

Pizza Lucé 11 E. Superior St., Duluth

4-6pm Thu. Sep. 3

Art reception: David 'Wire' Heinsohn

Out of the Woods Winery 10588 Main St., Hayward

5-7pm Thu. Sep. 3

Teen Open Studio

Explore your creativity in a laid-back atmosphere at the Duluth Public Library's Teen Space. Bring your headphones and creative ideas—art supplies provided, but bringing your own also welcome. Registration covers all 26 sessions, but attending every session is not necessary.

Duluth Public Library 520 W. Superior St., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: Ages 13–17

5-7pm Thu. Sep. 3

Art reception: 'Re-Collect' by Susanna Gaunt

Edge Center for the Arts 101 2nd Ave., Bigfork

5-8pm Thu. Sep. 3

Pride Mayors' Reception

Depot 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

5pm Thu. Sep. 3

Russ Sackett

Smoke on the Water 94 Roosevelt St., Coleraine

5pm Thu. Sep. 3

John Swardson

Hearing John Swardson play live is definitely entertaining, but entertainer he is not. If you hope to hear covers of “American Pie” or “Sweet Caroline” you ought look elsewhere. Swardson is a true lyricist with original songs known to reach deep into the soul, delivered with a wry smile and unique brand of classic comfort. He does throw a few covers in here and there. You might be familiar with them if you liked the B sides of old 45’s including “You Picked A Fine Time To Leave Me Lucille” and “Pancho & Lefty."

Sir Benedict's Tavern 805 E. Superior St., Duluth

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Sep. 3

The Hounds

Northern Waters Smokehaus 394 Lake Ave. S., Duluth

6-7pm Thu. Sep. 3

History in a Pint: How Duluth Harnessed the Spirit of '76

While Duluth’s economic struggles of the early 1970s are well-documented, its incredible Bicentennial boom is a story waiting to be told. In 1975 and 1976, dozens of diverse ethnic festivals celebrated Northland heritage, sparking major community improvements—including the renovation of the St. Louis County Depot itself. Duluth civic and commercial leaders jumped on the bandwagon early, making Duluth the very first official Bicentennial Community in Minnesota. Join Dr. Thomas Saylor, Professor of History Emeritus at Concordia University, St. Paul, for this "Star-Spangled" edition.

Lake Superior Railroad Museum 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

6-7:30pm Thu. Sep. 3

Café Scientifique

Cafe Scientifique Twin Ports is dedicated to creating a more curious, informed, and collaborative society by hosting free monthly public discussions in science, technology, and more. Local experts are invited to share their knowledge with the public in a relaxed, discussion-oriented format. Topics are diverse, and all are welcome to attend.

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

6-8pm Thu. Sep. 3

Gordon Thorne

North Shore Winery 202 Ski Hill Rd., Lutsen

6-8pm Thu. Sep. 3

Superior Porchfest

Multiple locations superiorporchfest.org, Superior

6-8pm Thu. Sep. 3

Acrylic Paint Class

Explore your creativity by painting your own masterpiece with step-by-step instruction! All materials to paint a 16x20” canvas will be provided and no experience is necessary. Snacks and beverages are welcome. Class will be held at Northern Exposure Art in Enger Lofts Marketplace. To see the image we’ll be painting and to register, please visit northernexposureart.com.

Northern Exposure Art 1832 W Superior St. #105, Duluth

Cost: $40

Age: All Ages

6-8pm Thu. Sep. 3

Local Island Talent

Harry Nelson Rec Center Chebomnicon Road & Rice Street, La Pointe

6-8pm Thu. Sep. 3

Rich Mattson, Keith Secola & Friends

The Ore House 102 N. Broadway, Gilbert

6-9pm Thu. Sep. 3

Frequency Rising

Gunflint Tavern 111 Wisconsin St., Grand Marais

7-8:30pm Thu. Sep. 3

Community Song Circle

Spirit of the Lake Community Arts 5401 Superior St., Duluth

7-10pm Thu. Sep. 3

Celtic Jam

Sir Benedict's Tavern 805 E. Superior St., Duluth

7pm Thu. Sep. 3

Ghosted - A Murder Mystery Dinner

Fitger's Spirit of the North Theater 600 E. Superior St., Duluth

7:30pm Thu. Sep. 3

Johnny Hothands & Peter Whiteman

Johy Hot Hands and Peter Whiteman perform at StageNorth for an intimate Thursday evening as part of the Live in the Lounge series. Admission is free, with donations suggested.

StageNorth 123 W. Omaha St., Washburn

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

8pm Thu. Sep. 3

Pride Karaoke

Join the Duluth Flame for our annual Pride Karaoke night, following the mayors’ reception. The party starts at 8pm with Karaoke starting at 9pm! It's like normal karaoke, but gayer! Hosted by Dixie Diamond.

Duluth Flame Nightclub 28 N. First Ave. W., Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: 21+

8-10pm Thu. Sep. 3

Thursday Night Jazz

Rathskeller 132 E. Michigan St., Duluth

8-11pm Thu. Sep. 3

Pieta Brown & The Taken feat. Erik Koskinen

Pieta Brown first came to international prominence with the release of her self-titled debut in 2002. Since then she has released multiple highly critically acclaimed albums, EPs and singles, with much attention being paid not only to her distinct…

Cedar Lounge/Earth Rider Brewery 1715 N. 3rd St., Superior

Cost: $35-$190

Age: 21+