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Mega Kids Night! Join us for a Mad Hatter Party! Families & kids — come dressed up for the fun! Activities & Entertainment • Balloon Artist Lauraloon • Fun Games & Activities • Sweet Treats & Candy • Free Ice Cream Don’t miss this whimsical, family-friendly night of laughter, treats, and fun!
Come celebrate and enjoy a relaxing afternoon with us as Norwegian immigrant, teacher, and author Kristbjørg Eide launches her new book They Sowed Goodness filled with stories from the late 1800’s to the year 2000 featuring the joys and challenges of living off the land on a rocky island in the North Sea. The tension between financial security and physical danger experienced by Norwegian fishermen. The fear and defiance triggered by the Nazi occupation of 1940-1945. Vivid descriptions of daily life and special occasions in Norwegian villages. Mouthwatering descriptions of traditional foods, some with recipes. First person stories of successful and failed attempts to emigrate to America. True stories lyrically written accompanied by beautifully restored photographs create nostalgic images on every page. We would love for you to join us for this meet and greet program. The author will give a brief introduction to her new book and looks forward…
Get ready for a fun-filled evening of community connection and celebration! Minnesconsin Gallery & Gifts and Corktown Eatery and Bar are hosting their Annual Block Party on September 25th! Join us to celebrate with live music, food, drinks, local vendors, and a Beer Border Battle! Block Party highlights: Chasing Dawn performing live under the Duluth Grill’s entrance canopy! Hog Roast by OMC Smokehouse. Free s’mores and hot cocoa. Local artists and makers tables. Activities for kids and opportunities to meet and mingle with neighbors and local business owners.
Flannel Fest – The Hibernation Celebration! We’re diving deep into the fabric of “Flannel” again this year, celebrating everything from Grunge to Country to Americana and all the meaningful moments in-between, flannels have kept us comfortable in their warm embrace. Flannels have been there through it all. So, grab your favorite flannel, lace up, and throw on a beanie and make your way to the YARD. We’ll be ‘poking’ beers, battling it out in yard games, and savoring the final notes of the outdoor music season. Here’s the lineup: Live Music: 3p Cigarette Picnic – Female Power Trio Full of Smooth, Bold Flavors & Rich Harmonies 4p Triple Fiddle – Originals and covers from honky tonk, swing, folk, and roots music traditions. 5p The Foxgloves – All Female Americana/Newgrass Band Plus, we’re rolling out our fall crowd-favorite Münchin’ Pretzels! Food Partner: Bowlz N Thangz The day wouldn’t be complete without…
Are you READY for a GOURD time?! From the creators of Duluth Winter Village comes a brand-new fall tradition you won’t want to miss: GOURD DAYS! Think: Cozy fall eats Seasonal sips A pumpkin bounce house A lakeside twist on the classic hayride Local makers and shopping galore And all the autumn vibes you can handle Baywalk at the Harbor Seawall (next to the DECC) October 3–5 | 10AM–4PM daily This is the first-ever Gourd Days — and trust us, you’ll want to say you were there. Want to be a vendor? Submit your application.
Are you READY for a GOURD time?! From the creators of Duluth Winter Village comes a brand-new fall tradition you won’t want to miss: GOURD DAYS! Think: Cozy fall eats Seasonal sips A pumpkin bounce house A lakeside twist on the classic hayride Local makers and shopping galore And all the autumn vibes you can handle Baywalk at the Harbor Seawall (next to the DECC) October 3–5 | 10AM–4PM daily This is the first-ever Gourd Days — and trust us, you’ll want to say you were there. Want to be a vendor? Submit your application.