Next session starts: May 20, 2026 5:00 pm

Game Night

Join us for Game Night every Wednesday 5 pm – 8 pm at Dovetail Café! Cribbage and Board Games Free Admission  
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Next session starts: May 20, 2026 5:30 pm

Make Your Own Bitters

Got the itch to become a true cocktail-ian? Then you’ve no doubt wondered how to make your own bitters! Those little dropper bottles filled with the essence of various uncommon roots, barks, and spices are like a time warp back to the good old days of drinking, and we’ve long been aware of the healingContinue Reading
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Next session starts: May 20, 2026 6:00 pm

The Flying Tortoises Run Club

Welcome to the club. Everyone is invited! The Flying Tortoises group is the brainchild of several members of the Duluth running community who wanted to build an open environment for all who want to run! No matter race, gender identity, pace, or anything else, you are welcome with us. We meet every Wednesday at 6Continue Reading
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Next session starts: May 21, 2026 6:00 pm

Duluth Public Lands 101

The pending transfer of the former Lester Park golf course has generated a lot of interest about public land in Duluth. Our city has amazing trails and outdoor spaces, but many properties we think of as “park” have limited protection from sale or development. Join the Duluth Area Outdoor Alliance (DAOA) at the Duluth FolkContinue Reading
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Next session starts: May 22, 2026 5:30 pm

Storyfolk

Storyfolk is where you tell a story. Each teller gets 5 to 8 minutes. (Rule: no notes or reading. This is telling a story.) The stories should be okay for all ages, but the emphasis is entertainment for adults. An old rule of story is that you can take your listeners anywhere but bring themContinue Reading
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Next session starts: May 23, 2026 8:30 am

Fika & Fiber

Join us for a free, drop-in knitting and fiber arts group! Saturdays at 8:30 am at the Dovetail Cafe. Come share a cuppa’ and craft! *Fika is a beloved Swedish custom of pausing for a moment of quality time to connect with others, often with a cup of coffee and a sweet treat. Please note:Continue Reading
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Next session starts: May 23, 2026 5:30 pm

Building Art Show!

Everyone who works at the Folk School Building (1917 W. Superior Street) has been invited to join in at Art Show! This includes staff of Duluth Folk School, Dovetail Cafe, Voyageur Tattoo, Graphic Science, Friends of the Sax-Sim Bog, and Mosaic Massage. We’ll have an art opening on Saturday, May 23rd, at 5:30pm. Swing by!Continue Reading
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Next session starts: May 24, 2026 5:00 pm

Open Mic

Come share your music! (Or come hear some great local musicians!) If you’d like to play or perform, you can register for a time slot when you arrive. We’re a friendly community where everyone is welcome — and we’d love to have you join us!
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Next session starts: May 27, 2026 5:30 pm

Chainsaw Bar & Chain Maintenance

Keep your chainsaw in top cutting shape with this hands-on class focused on essential maintenance skills. In this session, you’ll learn how to keep your saw cutting properly and safely. We’ll cover how to sharpen a chainsaw chain, care for and dress the bar, and understand the wear patterns that can affect performance and safetyContinue Reading
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1917 W Superior St
Duluth, MN 55806

Duluth Folk School
Office: 218-216-6929 or info@duluthfolkschool.org
Office Hours: Monday-Friday (9 am – 1 pm)

Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace
Cafe: (218) 481-7888 or kitchen@dovetailcafe.com
Marketplace: market@dovetailcafe.com
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday (8 am – 8 pm); Monday & Tuesday (8 am – 3 pm)

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