Arts & Events Calendar

May 6

Northern Lights Foundation will hold their 3rd Annual Dinner & Silent Auction in the Greysolon Ballroom. The evening will begin at 5:30 pm with all proceeds benefitting the Northern Lights Foundation and their support of children who are facing life-threatening illnesses. northernlightsfoundation.org.

May 6

The first Friday of every month, head on down to Clyde Iron Works for Fractal Fridays. Enjoy a great night with friends, good music, with no cover charge. 8-11 pm at Clyde Iron Works, 2920 West Michigan Street. (218) 727-1150.

May 6-28

Renegade Improv is held every Friday and Saturday at 10:30 pm at Teatro Zuccone. Catch the hilarious show that’s been selling out for the past three years. Two teams of improvisers compete for points (which they earn from the referee) and laughter (which they earn from you)! That’s two nights of fastpaced, smart, entertaining comedy from some of the finest talent our region has to offer.

May 7

Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra presents: Heaven & Earth. As the messenger of the Greek gods, Hermes traveled between men and gods routinely. Explore the vast distance between both in this concert. Respighi’s Church Windows is an ode to Biblical stories inscribed on stained glass windows from all around Italy. Then the DSSO Chorus joins the orchestra on Orff’s Carmina Burana, inspired by 12th-century poems divulging the unsaintly delights of men. 7 pm in the DECC’s Symphony Hall. (218) 623-3776. dsso.com

May 7

The YWCA's Annual Mother's Day Walk Run features the Betty Brasgala 5K Run for women promoting women’s health and breast cancer awareness; the Two Mile Walk and Youth Fun Run promoting family engagement and youth fitness; and the ever-expanding Vendor Expo featuring dozens of area businesses supporting women and youth. 8 am-noon at the

DECC and Bayfront Festival Park. (218) 7227425. ywcaduluth.org

May 8

Celebrate Mother’s Day in grand style at Greysolon Ballroom by Black Woods. Featuring everything your mom loves from chef-carved ham, their signature champagne chicken, endless salads, and desserts. Seating at 11am and 1 pm. Parking is available behind the Sheraton Hotel in the 1st Street parking ramp. (218) 722-7466. Reservations required.

May 13-14

Find some one-of-a-kind treasures at the Duluth Junk Hunt! This semi-annual sale features an array of different “junk” vendors from Duluth, the Twin Cities, and around the area showcasing all things vintage, antique & re-purposed! (And with more vendors than ever, this promises to be the biggest & best Junk Hunt yet!) A fun two day, indoor market held inside the Duluth Heritage Sports Center in west Duluth. (Free parking!) $5 admission, which is good for both days. Food, beverag- es, t-shirts & totes will also be available for purchase. Visit duluthjunkhunt.com for more info, and follow us on Facebook! Open Friday (8-10 AM / early birds, 10 AM – 5 PM / regular admission) and Saturday (9 AM – 4 PM).

May 14

At Dulcimer Day in Duluth folk music festival, choose between classes, concerts, and vendors. This festival specializes in mountain and hammered dulcimers but also will have workshops in other instruments as well. Spend a fun day making and learning about traditional music. Hear wonderful old-time live music. Advanced registration is recommended for classes. Concerts at 1 pm and 7 pm at First United Methodist Church. (218) 525-5098. DulcimersInDuluth.com

May 14

At the Nice Girls of the North Second Saturday Market enjoy free coffee, cookies, door prizes, and lively music. Browse a collection of handcrafted clothing and bags, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, photography, personal care products, baby items and much more. Artists are on hand to help you select just the right one-of a kind gift for every occasion. 10-3 pm at the Lakeside Lester Park Community Center. nicegirlsofthenorth.com

May 14

The St. Louis County Historical Society invites the public to participate in the VMH 5K Fun Run/Walk, a fundraiser for its Veterans’ Memorial Hall Program. The race begins at 9 am at the Twig Bakery, 3930 East Calvary Road, Duluth. Free parking is available for participants across the street in the Voyageur Bus Company lot. thehistorypeople.org/ events.asp.

May 14

The 7th Annual Lumberjack Laps features eight different race divisions for kids and adults of all ages in addition to a local mascot race. Included are an opening flag ceremony, concessions, kids’ fun area, door prizes, silent auction, and awards ceremony. 10 am at the Cloquet High School Outdoors

Track. Visit the website for a complete list of races. (218) 879-3369 ext. 5082. lumberjacklaps.com

May 14-29

Some Sneaky Sheep and Other Tales is a world premiere original script following the adventures of Chico Bon Bon, Bug on a Bike, Sneaky Sheep, and other beloved characters created by Duluth author, Chris Monroe where the beloved illustrations come to life. Performances held in the Underground at 1 pm and 4 pm on Saturdays and at 2 pm on Sundays. (218) 733-7555. duluthplayhouse.org

May 17

Kid GO Round and the Cloquet Area Fire Department host a Child Car Seat Safety Clinic. No appointments are necessary. First come, first serve basis. Allow up to 30 minutes per seat check. Families are welcome to have their car seats inspected by a certified car seat safety technician. The technicians will be able to help you properly install and answer

Annual Port Cities Luncheon

Wednesday May 4, 2016 at Noon

Radisson Hotel-Harborview Duluth

Speaker: Don Ness

Author, Business Owner, Former Mayor Theme: Family, Faith & Community

Purpose: To name a Woman of the Year - an outstanding woman volunteer from the Port Cities area.

Tickets $20, to reserve call Marcia Semerau at 722-1042 any questions you have about car seat safety. Event is held near the rear mall entrance of the Super One Mall - Cloquet from 4-6 pm. (218) 878-0543.

June 1

James Taylor and his All-Star Band are coming to AMSOIL Arena for one intimate and memorable night. As a recording and touring artist, James Taylor has touched people with a warm baritone voice and distinctive style of guitar-playing for more than 40 years, while setting a precedent to which countless young musicians have aspired. 8 pm at the AMSOIL Arena. Call 1-800-745-3000.

June 1-5

The Duluth Superior Film Festival is an incredible annual 5-day event. DSFF screens numerous independent films, produces music performances, and hosts parties in an extravaganza of film, music, and art. DSFF brings film directors and industry professionals to the Twin Ports for receptions, Q & A sessions after screenings, and panel discussions. (612) 2278015. ds-ff.com

June 2-12

Annapurna is on stage at the Duluth Playhouse. Twenty years ago, Emma walked out on her husband, cowboy-poet Ulysses, leaving behind their marriage in the middle of the night. Now, hearing he’s in dire straits, she tracks him down in the wilds of Colorado