Arts & Events Calendar

Nature Play Group

Mondays June-August

Join us for this weekly drop-in program that meets Mondays at 10:00 am in the Hartley Nature Playscape. It is facilitated by a Hartley educator with a welcoming circle, then is openly structured to allow children to explore within the elements (including water) as they choose. (Cancels only for extreme weather). Runs 10-11:30 am, June through August. $2 per child. 3001 Woodland Ave.

Chester Creek Concert Series

Tuesdays June-August

This year’s free outdoor concert series at Chester Bowl includes a mix of country, Celtic, jazz and Americana. Chester Creek Concert Series shows are at 7 p.m.-8:30 (until August, when they start at 6:30 p.m.) on Tuesday evenings June 11-Aug. 13 at the park, 1801 E. Skyline Parkway.

Schedule

June 11: Whiskey Trail (country)

June 18: Eira (traditional Celtic)

June 25: Boats & Bridges (heartland rock)

July 2: The Most Wanted (rock, pop, country cover band)

July 9: The Gentlemen’s Anti-Temperance League (swing jazz)

July 16: Taj Weekes & Adowa (reggae)

July 23: Tacky Annie (alt pop)

July 30 The Hillions (original country rock)

Aug. 6: Big Waves and Bonfires (Americana, folk)

Aug. 13: Honest Maude (Americana, alt)

John Prine

June 1

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.

Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee John Prine returns to Duluth with a new album, “The Tree of Forgiveness,” which came out earlier this year and has created a lot of buzz. $61.50-$101.50. 8 p.m. DECC Symphony Hall.

Intersections art show

June 1-30

A new exhibition derived from the museum collection, featuring artworks by 18 Minnesota-based Native artists, including George Morrison, Patrick Desjarlait, Carl Gawboy, Dyani White Hawk, and Andrea Carlson. Free and open to the public. Tweed Museum of Art, 1201 Ordean Court. d.umn. edu/tma/exhibitions.html

“Sylvia”

June 7-22

Empty nesters Greg and Kate have moved back to Manhattan after 22 years in the suburbs. Greg finds Sylvia, a street-smart lab/poodle mix, and brings her home. She promptly becomes a bone of contention between Greg and Kate, testing their marriage to hilarious and touching effect. Renegade Theater, Zeitgeist, 222 E. Superior St. 7:30 p.m. Matinees at 9 p.m. $20 general admission, $16 seniors and students. Zeitgeistarts.com

Nice Girls of the North marketplace

June 8, July 13

Free coffee, cookies and door prizes, lively music and a friendly atmosphere. Browse a collection of handcrafted clothing and bags, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, photography, personal care products, baby items and much more. Lakeside Lester Park Community Center (the former Lakeside Library), 106 N. 54th Ave. East in Duluth. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. nicegirlsofthenorth.com

“The Elixir of Love”

June 14, 16

LOON presents Donizetti’s comic opera L’elisir d’amore, a frothy concoction of hummable melodies, colorful characters, true love, and a happy ending. Tickets $37-57. Students $12 with ID. Marshall Performing Arts Center, UMD. 7:30 p.m. 1215 Ordean Ct. loonopera. org

Steam-powered train excursion

June 14-15

Experience the power of steam, with locomotive #28 leading the charge while you ride behind this historic engine. This train takes you to Two Harbors and back to Duluth. 10 a.m. northshorescenicrailroad.org

Father’s Day Super Hero Party

June 16

Have you dreamed of being a super hero? Put on your superhero cape and get to the zoo faster than a speeding bullet! We will be hosting superhero training Father’s Day at the zoo all day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lake Superior Zoo, 7210 Fremont St. lszooduluth. org.

Grandma’s Marathon

June 20-22

Enjoy several days of activities until the big race on Saturday, June 22. Fitness Expo at the DECC on Thursday and Friday, spaghetti dinner and Whipper Snapper Races on Friday at Bayfront Festival Park. Then get up early to line the racecourse on Saturday to cheer on everyone from elite runners to your neighbor. More information at grandmasmarathon.com.

Scandinavian Dinner & Windmill Tours

June 21-22

The Old-Brule Heritage Society is sponsoring its annual Midsummer Scandinavian Dinner and tours of the Davidson Windmill and Eskolin Log House. Call 715-398-5493 or visit oldbrule.org for more information.

Tours: Friday, June 21, 3-5 p.m. and Saturday, June 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 7890 Old Highway 13, South Range. Free-will donations support preservation of the historical site, which includes a Davidson Windmill and the Eskolin house, railroad depot and sauna to be added this summer.

Dinner: June 22, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 3196 Poplar River Road, Poplar, Wis. Mojakka, Swedish rice pudding, Norwegian fruit soup and more. $10 adults; $5 ages 6-12; 5 and younger free.

“Singin’ in the Rain Jr.”

June 28-30

Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.

Actors ages 8-13 take the stage for this summer intensive camp performance. In silent movies, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a hot item, but behind the scenes, things aren’t always as they appear on the big screen! Meanwhile, Lina’s squeaky voice might be the end of her career in “talking pictures” without the help of a talented young actress to do the talking and singing for her. Tickets $15-$17. 506 W. Michigan St. Call 218-733-7555 or visit duluthplayhouse.org. Coming up in August: Teens take the stage for “Much Ado About Nothing” and “Xanadu,” Aug. 8-18.

CHUM Rhubarb Festival

June 29

The annual CHUM Rhubarb Festival is a day for all ages. This free event offer treats, food and crafts for sale, contests, music and more. Booths offer activities including arts and crafts for children of all ages, including a climbing wall and obstacle course. 1100 Block of London Road in Duluth. Starts at 9 a.m. Event is on Facebook.

Park Point Art Fair

June 29-30

An iconic community event since 1970, enjoy a free weekend of original art and fine craft in a stunning setting near the Lake Superior Beach. Meet 120 artists, shop gallery quality works, enjoy music, food, demos and hands-