Events

7pm Wed. Jul. 15

Public Meetings 101 with Lara Wilkinson

Cloquet Public Library 320 14th St., Cloquet

5-7pm Thu. Jul. 16

Hartley Sustainability Series

Hartley Nature Center 3001 Woodland Ave., Duluth

6pm Thu. Jul. 16

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

11am-2:30pm Sat. Jul. 18

Cohousing Networking Picnic

July 18, 11-2:30 CohousingMN is holding an education and networking event over food at Lincoln Park picnic pavilion in Duluth. Bring your own picnic. Learn a bit about cohousing, connect with others. Preregistration recommended or drop-in.

Lincoln Park Pavilion 501 N. 25th Ave. W, Duluth

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

11am Sat. Jul. 18

Forage the North

Chester Creek Books 1333 E. Superior St., Duluth

11am-3pm Sun. Jul. 19

Lake Superior Day

Join us on Barker's Island in Superior to relax, play, and learn in celebration and appreciation of the Greatest Lake.

Lake Superior Estuarium 3 Marina Dr., Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

9am-noon Mon. Jul. 20

SUMMER CAMP | Soft Sculpture with Lauren Faherty | Day 1 of 5

Bring your stories to life! Through a variety of media, this class allows for 2D and 3D experimentation. Students can design a plush character, explore the basics of hand and machine sewing, and incorporate storytelling through comics and graphic drawing.

Duluth Art Institute Lincoln Park Building 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth

Cost: Price $170 Members ($210 Non-Members)

Age: Ages 9–13

6:30pm Tue. Jul. 21

Science on Tap

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland

9am-noon Mon. Jul. 27

SUMMER CAMP | Patterns in Beadwork with Airlea Defoe | Day 1 of 5

Instructor Airlea Indaniss DeFoe will teach students how to make patterns in beadwork using color theory, drawing, and counting. To develop these skills, students will make beaded wall art that hangs down to create an image.

Duluth Art Institute Lincoln Park Building 2229 W. 2nd St., Duluth

Cost: $170 Members ($210 Non-Members)

Age: Ages 9–12

6-8pm Mon. Jul. 27

Data Center Impacts & Rural Communities

Northern Great Lakes Visitor's Center 29270 Co. Hwy. G, Ashland

1:30-3:30pm Tue. Jul. 28

Data Center Impacts & Rural Communities

Northern Great Lakes Visitor's Center 29270 Co. Hwy. G, Ashland

5:30pm Tue. Jul. 28

History in a Pint: Bad Decisions

They say bad decisions make the best stories. Grab a pint and settle in for an unforgettable, humorous evening with beloved author and storyteller Darrell Pedersen, 2024 winner of the Northeastern Minnesota Book Award. Drawing from his latest book, "Who Will Carry the Fire?", Pedersen will share the entertaining stories born from his own missteps, while also honoring the family networks, ancestors, and veterans who have shaped and cared for our world.

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

Cost: Free

5-8pm Mon. Aug. 3

Fix-It Clinic

Ursa Minor Brewing 2415 W. Superior St. Suite B, Duluth

11am-3pm Thu. Aug. 6

Annual Disability Rights Celebration

A free community celebration honoring the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Enjoy free food, live entertainment, a local maker market and an inclusive community resource fair. Everyone is welcome.

Superior High School 2600 Catlin Ave., Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

5:30pm Thu. Aug. 6

History in a Pint: Growing Up in Wartime

War shapes history, creates veterans, and generates deeply compelling narratives. Writing about these intense experiences can be a powerful tool for transitioning back to civilian life. An intimate and raw conversation with Duluth native Joel Turnipseed, author of the critically acclaimed "Baghdad Express: A Gulf War Memoir."

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

Cost: Free

6-7:30pm Thu. Aug. 6

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

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Aug. 13

Duluth 101

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

11am Sat. Aug. 15

Forage the North

Chester Creek Books 1333 E. Superior St., Duluth

6:30pm Tue. Aug. 18

Science on Tap

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland

5-6:30pm Thu. Aug. 20

Restoring Wetlands in Alleouz Bay

Join the St. Louis River Alliance and partners for an evening exploring the vital role coastal wetlands play in the St. Louis River Estuary and how invasive and hybrid cattails are changing landscapes such as Allouez Bay. This free community event welcomes all ages and offers a chance to learn, connect, and engage with the ongoing restoration story of the St. Louis River Estuary.

Superior Public Library 1530 Tower Avenue, Superior

Cost: FREE

Age: All Ages

4-7pm Mon. Aug. 24

ISD 709 Unity in our Community

Bayfront Festival Park 704 W. Railroad 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

5-8pm Mon. Sep. 7

Fix-It Clinic

Ursa Minor Brewing 2415 W. Superior St. Suite B, Duluth

4:30-11pm Wed. Sep. 9

Denfeld HS Class of 1971 - 55th Class Reunion

Denfeld HS Class of 1971 55th Class Reunion Date/Time: Sep 9, 2026 / 4:30pm - 11:00pm Where: Mr. D’s Bar & Grill, 5622 Grand Ave, Duluth, Mn 55807 Make check or money order out to: "Denfeld High School Class of 1971" and send to 6424 Tacony St, Duluth, Mn 55807, NLT Aug 15, 2026.

Mr. D's Bar & Grill 5622 Grand Ave., Duluth

Cost: $35.00

Age: All Ages

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Sep. 10

Duluth 101

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

11am Sat. Sep. 12

Forage the North

Chester Creek Books 1333 E. Superior St., Duluth

6:30pm Tue. Sep. 15

Science on Tap

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland

5-8pm Mon. Oct. 5

Fix-It Clinic

Ursa Minor Brewing 2415 W. Superior St. Suite B, Duluth

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Oct. 8

Duluth 101

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

11am Sat. Oct. 10

Forage the North

Chester Creek Books 1333 E. Superior St., Duluth

6:30pm Tue. Oct. 20

Science on Tap

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland

5-8pm Mon. Nov. 2

Fix-It Clinic

Ursa Minor Brewing 2415 W. Superior St. Suite B, Duluth

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Nov. 12

Duluth 101

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

6:30pm Tue. Nov. 17

Science on Tap

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland

5-8pm Mon. Dec. 7

Fix-It Clinic

Ursa Minor Brewing 2415 W. Superior St. Suite B, Duluth

5:30-7:30pm Thu. Dec. 10

Duluth 101

Duluth Folk School 1917 W. Superior St., Duluth

11am Sat. Dec. 12

Forage the North

Chester Creek Books 1333 E. Superior St., Duluth

6:30pm Tue. Dec. 15

Science on Tap

The Alley 808 Main St. W., Ashland