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The Halcyon House Community Sound Bath is a fun and restorative event for everyone. Bring a yoga mat, a pillow, blanket, and anything that will help you get cozy on the floor for an hour of dreamy relaxation. Hang around afterwards to share tea and stories. Doors open at 5PM. We look forward to seeing you!
We are so excited to announce our next upcoming show curated by two amazing Duluth artists, Shawna Gilmore + Scott Murphy! Animal Instincts | “These are the schemes and themes of animals behaving unexpectedly.” Opening Reception | Thursday, September 10th, 2026 | 4:00-7:00p | Siiviis Gallery, Canal Park On Display | September 1st – November 8th, 2026 You won’t want to miss this amazing collaboration!
Please join Zenith Bookstore for a very special evening at Clyde Iron Works (upstairs) on Friday, September 4th 7 PM. New York Times best-selling author William Kent Krueger will share his brand-new book, God’s Country. If you have heard Kent speak before, you know you are in for an entertaining and captivating night! So, invite a friend or two. Books will be available for purchase that night or you can pre-order them through Zenith and Kent will be available to personally autograph your book at the event. Also, Clyde Iron Works will offer full bar service in our space. In God’s Country, Cork O’Connor, prepares for a family trip into the Boundary Waters, but he is troubled by ominous visions about his future. Ignoring the warnings, he uncovers signs of violence while searching for his missing friend, Cordell Bishop. Soon, he is forced to negotiate with dangerous criminals, the Kennedy…
Please join Zenith Bookstore on Thursday, September 17th at the St. Louis County Depot – Great Hall as we welcome Former Minnesota Governor and Senator, Mark Dayton. Mark will be joined by his dear friend and former Senior Advisor, John Ongaro. We’ll begin this special evening with cocktails (including non-alcoholic) and conversation at 6 PM. All proceeds will go to the North Shore Scenic Railroad. At 7 PM we’ll shift into our fascinating program. Mark and John will discuss Mark’s new memoir, Perseverance. They will talk about being a Dayton’s Department Store heir, his senate and governorship, and other parts of his life. Mark will take questions from the audience. Afterwards, he’ll personally autograph his memoir for guests. This is a FREE event brought to you by Zenith and The Depot. Drinks and Mark’s book will be available for purchase. You may also pre-order Perseverance on our website or at…
Harbor City Roller Derby (HCRD) is proud to present our Pride Mixer as part of Duluth-Superior Pride! On Sunday, September 6th, two teams made up of skaters from across the region, will battle it out at Duluth Heritage Center. The doors open at 4:00 PM, with the action starting at 5:00 PM. Choose your side, Team ROY or Team G BIV, and get ready for an afternoon of hard hits, great vibes, and celebrating our incredible derby community. Break out your brightest rainbow gear and add as much glitter as your heart desires (optional… but encouraged). Tickets are $15 at the door and online at https://www.showpass.com/harbor-city-roller-derby-pride-mixer/. Kids 12 and under are free with a paid adult. This is an ASL Interpreted Event.
✨ Outdoor Clay Workshops All Day at Chambers Grove Park Sunday August 30th Participant Tickets: $25 per maker early bird pricing through 8/19 Drop in anytime | 10 AM-3 PM Create at your own pace. Stay as long as you’d like. Free clay demos for everyone! ✨ Advance tickets appreciated to help estimate clay materials. Each ticket covers 1 adult/ 1 child. Please purchase additional tickets for additional participating children / adults. Squish! is a relaxed, outdoor drop-in clay day held at Chambers Grove Park. There are no scheduled class times, so you can arrive anytime between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM and create at your own pace. Your participant ticket includes access to hands-on clay making, guidance from the instructor, and all materials needed to make your project. Wander between making, hiking, take breaks, playground, watch live clay demos, enjoy the riverside setting, or simply spend time with family…