Next session starts: June 25, 2026 6:00 pm

Introduction to 2-D Felting: Using Prefelts to Create a Wet Felted Artwork

Come learn the art of wet felting with beautifully dyed sheep wool! In this class you will learn how to use ‘pre-felts’ to create a one-of-a-kind artwork inspired by a theme of your choice.  Think: landscape, animals, spring flowers, cityscape, etc.  The possibilities are endless! We will be creating a 2-D felted piece of artworkContinue Reading
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Next session starts: June 26, 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: June 26, 2026 6:00 pm

Introduction to Watercolor

Welcome to watercolor! Watercolor paint is an incredibly playful and flexible medium to work with, but many people do not know where to start. This class breaks down all of the basics. In this class, you will learn all of the basic skills that you need to begin watercolor painting. You will learn how toContinue Reading
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Next session starts: June 27, 2026 9:00 am

Try Weaving a Danish Cord Bench

Join Graham for a free demonstration of how Danish cord can be woven as seats in furniture. You can hear some about the history and functionality of Danish cord (papirsnor), and learn about how it’s woven. You are also welcome to learn and try the weaving pattern yourself! Graham will bring an unfinished frame toContinue Reading
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Next session starts: June 27, 2026 5:00 pm

Flora Borealis - An Exploration of Minnesota Wildflowers Through Chainstitch Embroidery

Devan Burnett is a sewer, creator, and teacher. He used an embroidery machine (a 1963 Singer 114k) to design embroidery-on-felt “posters” of various Minnesota-native flowers, inspired by 18th- and 19th-century botanical illustrations. Devan will have the embroidery machine on-site to demonstrate, as well as let folks try their own hands at it! — This activityContinue Reading
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Next session starts: June 28, 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: July 1, 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: July 1, 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: July 2, 2026 6:00 pm

Café Scientifique

Cafe Scientifique Twin Ports is dedicated to creating a more curious, informed, and collaborative society by hosting free monthly public discussions in science, technology, and more. Local experts are invited to share their knowledge with the public in a relaxed, discussion-oriented format. Topics are diverse, and all are welcome to attend.
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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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