Events

Table tennis this weekend!

The Lake Superior International Open presented by Black Woods has arrived! We are hosting a table tennis tournament at the DECC on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The (local) or recreational tournament will be held Saturday and Sunday and registration is open until one hour prior to each event, so there’s still time! Who’s the best in the Northland!?
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Triplets of Belleville at Duluth Zinema 2 for COGGS Fundraiser

It’s another bike movie night at the Zinema to help fundraise for COGGS! This time, we’ll be watching the outstanding Triplets of Belleville and Vive le Tour, both chosen to celebrate the great Tour de France that concludes this Sunday. The movies will take place a 7 pm on Wednesday, July 28.
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Koo Koo in Duluth!

Koo Koo Kanga Roo
Friday July 23, 2010 | The Encounter | 6 p.m. | $5
Fun for all ages!

Koo Koo Kanga Roo is a family fun dance extravaganza for kids and adults. The show is packed with zany sing-alongs and choreographed group dancing to keep the crowd on its feet and engaged in the fun!

kookookangaroo.com

Fridays in the Park performance series begins in Owens Park July 23

Arts on Superior and the City of Two Harbors are proud to present Fridays in the Park, a series of performances at the historic bandshell in Two Harbors’ Thomas Owens Park from July 23 to Sept. 24. Funded in part by a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council, this series will feature Lake Superior performing artists, including James Moors, Bingham and Thorne, and Michael Monroe.

Series opener James Moors, playing on July 23 at 7pm, is often compared to songwriters Peter Himmleman, Lyle Lovett and Darden Smith. Find out more at jamesmoors.com.

Treasure Adventure Music Schedule

International Explorations is bringing its Treasure Adventure to Duluth July 24 through Aug. 8, coinciding with the Tall Ships Festival. Along with the display of $8 million in artifacts and general fun for the whole family, there will be music every night. Here’s the lineup:

7/24, 6pm – 4 on the Floor
7/25, 6pm – Mark Anderson Trio
7/26, 6pm – John Heino & Centerville
7/27, 6pm – Lake City Smokin’ Section
7/28, 6pm – Blue Collar Blues Club
7/29, 7:30pm – Peter Provost, Thunder Brothers
7/30, 7:30pm – Michael Bean, Brandon Scott Sellner
7/31, 7:30pm – Michael Bean, Thunder Bros., the Acceleratii,
the Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank
8/1, 7:30pm – Michael Bean, Mark Anderson Trio, Teague Alexy
8/2, 6pm – Blue Collar Blues Club
8/3, 6pm – Blue Collar Blues Club
8/4, 6pm – Blue Collar Blues Club
8/5, 6pm – Cars & Trucks
8/6, 6pm – Cars & Trucks
8/7, 6pm – Brandon Scott Sellner
8/8, 6pm – The Acceleratii

Treasure Adventure takes place on Kelley Island — the former location of the LaFarge Cement terminal. It’s next to Bayfront Festival Park at Railroad Street and Eighth Avenue. Admission is $7; $3 for children under age 12.

Canine Heart Sounds, Dirty Horse and the 4onthefloor at R.T. Quinlan’s

The elusive progressive/art rockers Canine Heart Sounds will be joined with the pontoon rock of Dirty Horse and the 4/4 time signatures of 4 on the Floor at R.T. Quinlan’s Saloon on Saturday, July 24. Music starts at 10 p.m. and there will be a $3 cover. Rock!

For those of you who may be confused, we had to switch the date from 7/23 to 7/24. Hope to see you all out!

Fundraiser for People with Disabilities for Change

Carmody Irish Pub, 308 E. Superior St., Duluth
Tuesday, July 20 from 6-9 pm.
There will be music, belly dancing, and silent auction items. (more…)

Art Auction

In an attempt to actually make money from the art we create, we invite you to join us for a fun evening of art, snacks, dress up clothes, and dance parties.

The art will be cheap and priced to sell, with many pieces starting as low as $5. Now is your chance to own work from these special artists:

Jennie Lennick
Ginny Maki
Suzanne Wyss
Dave Moreria
Sarah Worley
Morgan Pease
Adam Rosenthal
Chris Hagen
Savannah Villa
Maria Johnson
Michael Beachy
Katherine Lamb
Brent Erickson
Sean Elmquist
Rob Kaiser-Schatzlein
Melanie Sternberg
Brian Ring
Marisa Ring
Niki Burger
Sophie Gray
…and probably more!

Also! music by Red Mountain!

Please come, bring your friends and enemies, and support young artists!

Turbo Rathvon + Words to a Film Score + Manheat at R.T. Quinlan’s July 23

Friday, July 23

R.T. Quinlan’s Saloon

Live music featuring:

Turbo Rathvon

Words to a Film Score

Manheat

Music starts at 10 p.m.

$5 cover.

Kid’s Art in the Park!

Meet at Pineapple Art Center, 124 W. First St., Duluth, and walk a few blocks to a park. This week we will be painting a reusable bag that each child will get to keep. A light and healthy snack will be provided.

When: 1:30-3pm, Sunday, July18
Cost:$10 per child covers all
*Must pre-register by calling Pineapple Arts and getting on the list — (218) 722-2919. You can call right up to 1pm on Sunday.

Join the American Cancer Society for the 2010 Duluth Relay for Life, July 16th-17th!

On July 16-17 (6pm on Friday until 6am on Saturday) the American Cancer Society will be holding the 26th annual Duluth Relay for Life at the College of St Scholastica.  Relay for Life is a team event that celebrates survivors, remembers those who have lost their battle, and fights back against the disease.  Proceeds from the event go to funding research, education, advocacy, and patient services.
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BradFest 2010 at Earthwood Inn

The Friends of Brad Memorial Foundation presents BradFest — a music festival to benefit young Minnesota musicians and honor the memory of Bradley E. Rozman.

Friday, Aug. 13, and Saturday, Aug. 14 Earthwood Inn, Two Harbors

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Art Exhibit and Show at the Encounter

There is a fantastic showing of arts on Saturday, July 10, at the Encounter, being put on by Nate Adelson.

Art from Duluthians will be displayed starting at 3pm in a gallery upstairs at the Encounter for free. There is a wide array of fine arts as well as photography being shown. There is also a show happening in the red room starting at 6pm that will be $3, featuring 6 bands.

Ashton George
Preston Gunderson and the Crew
Loup-Garou
Polis (from Mankato)
Amauros
Lions&Creators

Come out and support some fantastic local art and enjoy a cheap show with incredible bands. It should be a fun and interesting event, hope to see many of you there.

Northwoods Music Fest – July 17

10am Aurora Baer
11:15am Kristy Marie
12:30pm Mad About Jane
1:45pm James Moors
3:15pm The Fractals
4:30pm Uprising
5:45pm Arcadia
7pm Natalie Gelman

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Double Whammy In-store Thursday!

We’ll be having two live performances at the Duluth Electric Fetus today! Our July MinnEconomy feature is Duluth’s rising songstress Sarah Krueger! She will be playing a solo acoustic set at 5pm.

At 7pm Duluth band Remote Viewfinder will be playing as well. Come on down and enjoy some live, free music.

Bayfront Reggae Festival – Win Tickets

A free pair of tickets to the Bayfront Reggae Festival go to the first person to reply in the comments with the correct answer to this question:

Guess who’s coming to dinner?

Here’s who’s coming to the Bayfront Reggae Festival stage on Saturday, July 10 at Bayfront Festival Park:

11am DJ Sound of Fujun
noon Max Dakota and Modern Life
1pm Uprising
2:45pm Zili Misik
4pm Queen Omega
6pm Dub Tonic Kru
7pm Tosh 1
8:30pm Michael Rose

An Evening of Music to Support Choice Unlimited’s Arts Program with Lookdown Moon and the Alrights

Choice Unlimited is a day program dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and persons who are experiencing barriers to employment and community inclusion. Choice Unlimited’s Arts Program is having an evening of celebration and music to help raise funds to support its programming. It is an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments Choice Unlimited’s artists are helping to make in the community. Please come support this wonderful cause and listen to fabulous music from accomplished local musicians. Bands performing include the Alrights and Lookdown Moon.

The show is July 17, 7:30 p.m. at Beaner’s Central in West Duluth. The price at the door will be $5. We will see you there!

For more information call the Choice Unlimited office at 218-725-5869.

Square Dance ABC hosted by Harbor Squares Square Dance Club

Square Dance ABC is a way to introduce square dancing to the public — no experience necessary, no special attire. Bring your friends, bring your group! Singles and couples are welcomed.

The dances will be held Saturdays, Aug. 7, 21, and 28, from 7 pm – 8:30 pm, in the Fellowship Hall of Peace United Church of Christ, 1111 N. 11th Ave. E., Duluth. Cost is $5 per person. For more info call 218-728-2270, or email harborsquares @ gmail.com.

Pride Film Fest

I am working on a film festival for Pride. If anyone has any movies they are working on that they want to show, get in touch. Sordid Lives is remarkably funny if you haven’t seen it.

Thanks,
Carla

Movies

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Big & Little Yoga at Playfront Park

Yoga for adults and children together!
Saturday, July 3, 10-10:30am

Moms, dads, grandmas, grandpas, babysitters — bring the kids to Playfront Park on Saturday, July 3 at 10 am for 30 minutes of simple yoga postures, including partner poses and guided relaxation. Fun and uplifting!

Please bring a mat or towel to lie on. Big and Little Yoga is free, and a suggested donation of $5/adult will help support the Junior League of Duluth’s newest project, Kids in the Kitchen, which focuses on physical activity and nutrition for children and families.

Instructor Bonnie Williams Ambrosi is a certified Integral Yoga teacher with 20 years teaching experience, and also a mom! You can contact her with questions at grihastashrami @ gmail.com or call 728-9942.

Hattie Peterson, Coyote and Shaunna Heckman at the Teatro

Thursday July 1, 2010 – 7pm
Compilation CD Release Show
Hattie Peterson | Coyote | Shaunna Heckman
$10 (includes CD)
Teatro Zuccone
222 E. Superior St.
218.336-1414, www.teatrozuccone.com

Artwork by Sarah Heimer

Happy seventh birthday to us


Perfect Duluth Day is seven years old today — Tuesday, June 29. Join us for a small degree of antics at Pizza Lucé’s bar around 8:30 p.m.

Tofu raffle * Cocktail consumption * Cliff-dweller camaraderie

Market Day in the Plaza: SFA Farmers Market at UMD – Every Wednesday!

Fill your market bag with fresh vegetables, breads, bakery, flowers, meats, fruits, berries, eggs, transplants, herbs, spices, canned goods, nuts and lots more all fresh from your neighbors.

Stay to browse handmade treasures from local crafters and artisans while taking in the live local music every week!

EBT/Food Stamp Cards are Welcome!

Every Wednesday!
May 19 – September 29
1:30-4:30
On the UMD campus at the Kirby Plaza Bus Hub
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Presenting Duluth’s Lineup of Wholesome Fun for the Whole Family, 2010 Edition

In addition to the usual Duluth summertime hoopla there seems to be quite a few new or newish attractions this year.

The luxury expedition vessel Clelia II returns to Duluth five times this summer — June 26, July 10, July 24, Sept. 4 and Sept. 18.

Spirit Mountain’s Timber Twister Alpine Roller Coaster opens July 1. Rides are $8.

International Explorations is bringing its Treasure Adventure to the
former LaFarge cement terminal site from July 24 through August 8. Treasure hunter Scott Mitchen will display over $8 million of lost stuff. (Link to short video.)

Eight Tall Ships will visit Duluth between July 28 through Aug. 3.

Walking With Dinosaurs comes to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center Aug. 6-8.

First Thursday Motorcycle Ride

Hello! Once again, time to fire up your bike and get to the co-op for a ride! Have you got a good secret road you wanna share? We’re running out of new places to go, and with the road construction, it’s a little harder to get out of town. So come one down, and let’s ride.