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Lindy Hop for Beginners - 8 CountJoin 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 |
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Lindy Hop: ConnectionsJoin 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!) NowContinue Reading |
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Game NightJoin us for Game Night every Wednesday 5 pm – 8 pm at Dovetail Café! Cribbage and Board Games Free Admission |
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Sharpening for Yard and Garden ToolsGet your tools in top shape for the season! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to sharpen and maintain a variety of common garden and yard tools, including shovels, hoes, pruners, loppers, shears, axes, lawnmowers, and more. We’ll cover how to assess blade condition, choose the right sharpening tools (files, stones, grinders), and restoreContinue Reading |
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The Flying Tortoises Run ClubWelcome 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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Leathercraft BasicsCome join our 3-hour class where you’ll craft your own leather slip wallet. Designed for beginners, this class requires no previous experience and all materials are included. We’ll talk briefly about types of tanned leather, the basic tools necessary, and saddle stitching. After choosing your piece of leather you’ll cut, punch, and hand stitch aContinue Reading |
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Speed FriendingSPEED 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 |
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Fika & FiberJoin 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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Old Time Jam SessionCome on down for a free old time music jam session at the Duluth Folk School! Bring a fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, dulcimer, or bass and learn new tunes! Play along, or just sit back and listen to old chestnuts and local favorites, played in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Everyone is welcome to play along, listen,Continue Reading |
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Community DanceTamarack Dance Association is hosting a folk dance at the Dovetail Cafe/Duluth Folk School! Rotating live band with caller every month. New dancers are invited to learn a new art form, and experienced dancers, musicians, and callers will have the opportunity to continue developing their skills. To ensure youth safety and a positive dance experience for participants,Continue Reading |
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Learn and Sing Sea Shanties!Ahoy me hearties! Come sing sea shanties at Duluth Folk School! Chanteyman Paul Webster will help everyone learn and sing a variety of work songs. Experienced and inexperienced singers welcome. |
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Open MicCome 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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Community Climate LeadersCommunity Climate Leaders-Duluth cohort! The new Community Climate Leaders program from the University of Minnesota Extension aims to empower community members to enact change at the local level. Program participants will: Learn how climate change is affecting their communities Discover meaningful actions they can take now Learn how to communicate about climate using your personal climateContinue Reading |
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Cast Iron Cookware: A Class for Cooks and AdventurersIn this class, you will learn the gentle art of using iron cookware under all kinds of conditions. You will learn things about the metal that will help you make sense of its behavior, see demonstrations of cooking techniques, and learn about storage and handling. Feel free to bring problem pans and worrisome artifacts. WeContinue Reading |
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Making a Penny Whistle Sound GoodIn untrained or malicious hands, a penny whistle can be an instrument of torture. In this class we will study several techniques for getting surprisingly wonderful sounds out of these little devices. You will receive instruction starting with the basics of how the whistle works and ending with suggestions for continuing practice. Each technique canContinue Reading |
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Make Your Own Cold Process SoapWant to learn to make cold-process soap from scratch? Then this is the perfect class for you! Although it may seem complicated when you are first starting out, making your own soap from scratch using all-natural ingredients can be both fun and rewarding ~ not to mention extremely addicting! Why are people drawn to makingContinue Reading |
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From Seed to Sprout: Growing Vegetables & Flowers at HomeDuring this class, you will learn how to successfully start vegetable and flower seeds indoors using a simple, effective setup that works well in our northern climate. You’ll discover when to start different crops, how to choose the right soil and containers, and how to manage light, warmth, and moisture to grow sturdy, healthy seedlings.Continue Reading |
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StoryfolkStoryfolk 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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Green Wood Shrink BoxesShrink boxes are a fun and easy way to create your own wooden containers using green wood sides and dry wood bottoms. Though they are called boxes most are round. The process is very simple: Hollow out a branch, cut a slot in the bottom of the cylinder and snap in a bottom piece. TheContinue Reading |
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Folk School NightJoin us for Folk School Night Saturday from 5pm – 7pm! Good-hearted folk are invited to gather and see what’s going on at Duluth Folk School. We’ll have rotating activities and programming, so there’ll always be something new happening. (Just step on in, Folk School Nights are completely free.) |
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Make a Felted Wall HangingIn this Spring felting workshop, we’ll be inspired by the flora and fauna of Spring to create felted wall hangings. You’ll find the creative work of felting to be relaxing and therapeutic. By the end, you’ll go home with your own beautiful felt creation! Registration Includes All materials are provided ($20 value). You will leaveContinue Reading |
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Blacksmithing: Camp IronsThis class is set up so that you can come in at almost any level of blacksmithing experience and complete camp related items from the simplicity of tent stakes to the complexity of a fully functional cook stand or grill. People with no blacksmithing experience should probably keep it simple, making things like fire steels,Continue Reading |
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Demystifying Sewing MachinesDiscover the secrets of your sewing machine in “Demystifying Sewing Machines,” a hands-on class designed to build your confidence and understanding of this essential tool. We’ll dig into typical sewing machines and learn about the mechanics of how a stitch is formed, walk you through threading your machine and winding bobbins, and demystify the artContinue Reading |
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Beginner CrochetIn this class you will learn the basics of crochet including the basic stitches and how to hold your yarn and hook. Registration Includes You will go home with the knowledge to start a crochet project, a 5mm crochet hook, and a skein of yarn. What goes into our class pricing? As a local nonprofit, DuluthContinue Reading |
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Beer Brewing for BeginnersUsing an infinite variety of ingredients and processes, humans have been brewing beer for 10,000 years. Until recently, beer was a distinctly local product, relying on ingredients grown on the farm or foraged nearby. It was inherently seasonal in nature. While modern brewing can be quite technical and require specific equipment, the fundamentals of brewingContinue Reading |
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Dovetail Trivia!Hosted by the nefariously big-hearted Nick Heck, come have a fun evening with great people in a great space. Recommended team size is 6. (We’ll help teams form, so don’t worry if you’re solo or just with a friend!) 1st round: General knowledge 2nd round: Current events 3rd round: Sports 4th round: Night’s theme 5thContinue Reading |
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Chimney Fire: Understanding ChimneysThis one-of-a-kind class brings together a local chimney expert, the fire department, and a little bit of building for a special class. Whether you are a homeowner, builder, home buyer, or DIYer, you will leave class with an understanding of the differences between good chimneys and bad chimneys. Over the course of three sessions, you’llContinue Reading |
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Lamp Revamp: How to Repair and Create Simple LampsTable lamps and hanging “swag lamps” are some of the simplest electrical projects you can undertake, but they can be intimidating because of some of the inherent risks (electricity, and heat management). There are also many, many parts and options that can both make your project easier if you know what they are called andContinue Reading |
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Café ScientifiqueCafe 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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Writers Open MicWe’re inviting poets, creative writers, and expressive people of all kinds to share their work at our Writers’ Open Mic. We welcome anyone. Come and share your creativity, or just come and listen! Five minute limit. |
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Sharper Living: Reviving Your KnivesA dull knife is more dangerous than a sharp one. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the art (and science) of sharpening kitchen knives and everyday blades. We cover different sharpening tools and techniques, as well as care and maintenance for sharp edges. You’ll walk away with sharper tools, sharper skills, and the confidence toContinue Reading |
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Introduction to Relief CarvingParticipants in this class will be provided with the materials and access to tools needed to produce a carved wall piece in basswood. You will learn the techniques and skills to use three different gouges to produce the textures that creates the shadows and depth of your project. After a time of direct instruction youContinue Reading |
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Decorated FocacciaCrispy, bubbly, chewy and the perfect accompaniment to any summer meal, restaurant-worthy focaccia is achievable in your home kitchen. And when you decorate it with herbs and vegetables, it becomes a showstopper. You’ll learn to mix, knead, proof, decorate, and bake focaccia and take home your own beautiful loaf. Registration Includes All instruction, ingredients, andContinue Reading |
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Make Your Own BittersGot 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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Chainsaw Bar & Chain MaintenanceKeep 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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Wild Mushrooms 101During this class, you will learn about foraging and identifying wild mushrooms. We will discuss some basic information about mushrooms, steps for identifying mushrooms, steps for foraging mushrooms, common edible mushrooms, common toxic mushrooms, recommended resources, etc. You will also get to handle real mushrooms to get some hands-on experience with some of the mushroomsContinue Reading |
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Native Orchids of the Arrowhead RegionThere are 35 species of wild, native orchids in the Minnesota Arrowhead region, and they come in a wide variety of sizes, colors, shapes, and seasonal blooms. Here is an opportunity to learn about these delightful plants so that when you encounter them in the field, you will have a better understanding and appreciation ofContinue Reading |
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Natural Watercolor Making WorkshopDuring this class we will dive the process of creating natural watercolors from plant to palette! Pigment is all around us, and we will explore the process of “laking” for pigments made from organic matter, as well as creating earth pigments from inorganic materials. Expect this session to be packed with information, and any folksContinue Reading |
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Fix-it ClinicJust because it’s broken doesn’t mean it belongs in the trash can! Whether it’s cracked, torn, stained, missing a piece, or just not working properly, broken things can be made good as new with the right skills and tools. Resource Renew is partnering with the Duluth Folk School and Duluth Makerspace to host Fixit ClinicsContinue Reading |
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