Join us to learn Lindy Hop, a vibrant historical Black dance that developed in Harlem during the 1920s and 30s. In these classes, you’ll discover how to connect with the music of the era and learn the art of partnered dance connection and touch. (Don’t worry, fellow Midwesterners – we’ll ease you into it!) ThroughoutContinue Reading

Learn basic woodworking and joinery techniques while creating a delightful companion for the yard and garden. Perfect for carrying tools, gardening supplies, or other essentials, this wooden tote is designed with both function and form in mind. Over the course of the workshop, you’ll learn basic skills necessary to create simple and functional boxes fromContinue Reading

Join us to learn Lindy Hop, a vibrant historical Black dance that developed in Harlem during the 1920s and 30s. In these classes, you’ll discover how to connect with the music of the era and learn the art of partnered dance connection and touch. (Don’t worry, fellow Midwesterners – we’ll ease you into it!) ThisContinue Reading

Join us for Game Night every Wednesday 5 pm – 8 pm at Dovetail Café! Cribbage and Board Games Free Admission  

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

We are excited to offer a class taught by master timber framer Gerald David. (You’ve probably seen the iconic cabin inside Duluth Folk School: that was build by Gerald!) This class is meant to familiarize you with the bread and butter basics of the timber framing trade. The series of 6 weeks of Fridays willContinue Reading

SPEED FRIENDING returns at Dovetail Cafe! Everyone will meet everyone one-on-one. By the time we finish, we’ll all have more acquaintances than we did before! Hurray! Whether you consider yourself an introvert or extrovert, young or old, from near or far, or someone in-between all those — we want you to come! Everyone is welcomeContinue Reading

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

Join Duluth Folk School and a small cohort of like-minded people for one-on-one conversations. We’ll use a rotational mixer to ensure everyone meets everyone. We’ll conclude with an optional meal (not included) together at Dovetail Cafe. “Slow Friending” is a calmer and slightly slower variation of our popular “Speed Friending” events. Unlike Speed Friending, thisContinue Reading