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Join us for a classic game night, library style, with a cider in hand. You can expect bookish and library-themed prizes, and Library staff will be on hand to sign up new library card holders and reactivate library cards. The first guests to arrive will receive a complimentary, limited-edition pint glass from Lake Superior Art Glass!
Lew Apollo is a Duluth area native based in Austin, Texas, currently touring nationally with Los Lonely Boys. Blending heartfelt storytelling with modern influences like Hozier and Leon Bridges, Apollo crafts a cinematic soul sound that draws from the legacy of Minnesota icons Bob Dylan and Prince while pushing into modern indie and soul territory. Following the release of his debut EP JUNGLE, Apollo built momentum through sold out shows, national touring, and radio rotation on KUTX. His debut album Fool’s Gold (Aug 2025) surpassed 500,000 streams in under two months and earned strong critical praise, with NPR and Stereogum naming it among the Best Albums of 2025. Outlets like Earmilk and Goldmine Magazine highlighted the album’s lush production and soulful songwriting. On stage, Apollo commands the room with his electrifying six-piece band, blending hypnotic guitar work and smoky soulful vocals into a powerful live show that has quickly become…
JAM Duluth is at the Paddle for Highkey Mondays in April! Get on down to Bent Paddle every Monday in April to enjoy live local jazz, industry night specials and positive vibes galore. 4-6 The Boys Back Home – The Boys Back Home a brass band was started back in 2017 and is led by Thomas Woytko and fueled by the region’s top improvisers. The Boys Back Home was inspired by Lucky Chops, Trombone Shorty, and other Brass Bands that Thomas and his band mates enjoyed listening to and couldn’t help but play along with. 4-13 Owl’s Club Big Band – The Owls Club Big Band hatched in 2017, taking the name of their home nest, The Owls Club. Fly on down to Bent Paddle for the 17-piece band playing swinging, horn-driven dance music. The group explores big band jazz with the goal of being a hoot to hear. The…
Our beloved Bent Hop IPA is officially becoming a teenager. Hands-on-face gasp! Join us as we celebrate the IPA that started it all — a beer that, over the years, has grown up right alongside us and solidified itself as Duluth’s IPA and beyond. From its early days to today, Bent Hop has built a legacy of bold hops, loyal fans, and a whole lot of great memories. The Celebration We’re marking 13 years of Bent Hop with a full day of music, food, stories, and of course plenty of Bent Hop on tap. Live Music (No Cover) Kyle Orla — 6–7 PM Good Morning Bedlam — 7:30–9 PM Food Trucks Keep an eye out for hip-hop–inspired offerings alongside their always-amazing menus. Burger Joint — 12–4 PM Bowlz N Thangz — 4–8 PM Bent Hop Photo Slideshow Thirteen years of this beer means a lot of memories and adventures. We’ll…
Thursday Night Vinyl Sessions continue! Come and vibe on vinyl every first and third Thursday of the month! Vinyl Sighting Presents: Northern Wax Crew “We are a crew of vinyl addicts’ way up north via Duluth, MN” Curated DJ sessions from a rotating cast! You will hear sets from DJ ANIBODY, Saint John, DJ Fraudulent, DJ StaggaLee, Natty Nico, Steeze in the Breeze, Bog Boy, Moeview, and Al Pajamas! 6-9 PM All are welcome! ~vibe on vinyl~
Half-off admission to the museum includes the jazz show, so only $7 per person. There are no pre-sales, simply come down and enjoy the Jazz show! Learn more at our website, as members get in free!