Community Calendar

The 3rd Annual Gender Joy Art Show is being held from May 4th to June 27th with an opening reception on Thursday, May 7th from 5-7pm. Organized by YWCA Duluth and PAVSA and exhibited in the Zeitgeist atrium and Teatro, this year’s show not only includes artwork from girls, women and gender expansive people but features survivor artwork from PAVSA's weekly Art Group, all representing how each finds joy in their gender. Event attendees will get a chance to express themselves in an interactive community art project hosted by Art of Presence and will have an opportunity to heal through collective action and see their collaborative piece evolve into a finished painting displayed for the remainder of the show. Light refreshments will be offered as well as an opportunity to learn more about YWCA Duluth and PAVSA’s work in our community. Most pieces of artwork will be available for purchase on YWCA Duluth’s website throughout the two-month show. Find more information at www.ywcaduluth.org/upcoming-events.

Salsa, Salsa, Salsa!

Tonight's Paddle Splash, featuring Simply Ballroom, is a night dedicated Latin music and dance featuring Mole Musical!

Event Details:
~ Social hour 6-7p
~ Open To All
~ Free Salsa & Bachata Lessons 7-9p
~ Followed by open dance

Positive vibes curated by TNT HiFi ~ Simply Ballroom & Friends.

All Welcome | No Cover | Good Vibes Only | HOT HOT HOT

The 3rd Annual Gender Joy Art Show is being held from May 4th to June 27th with an opening reception on Thursday, May 7th from 5-7pm. Organized by YWCA Duluth and PAVSA and exhibited in the Zeitgeist atrium and Teatro, this year’s show not only includes artwork from girls, women and gender expansive people but features survivor artwork from PAVSA's weekly Art Group, all representing how each finds joy in their gender. Event attendees will get a chance to express themselves in an interactive community art project hosted by Art of Presence and will have an opportunity to heal through collective action and see their collaborative piece evolve into a finished painting displayed for the remainder of the show. Light refreshments will be offered as well as an opportunity to learn more about YWCA Duluth and PAVSA’s work in our community. Most pieces of artwork will be available for purchase on YWCA Duluth’s website throughout the two-month show. Find more information at www.ywcaduluth.org/upcoming-events.

Duluth East Plant Science students have been growing thousands of plant from seed since January! We showcase our hard work during our annual plant sale. Garden transplants available include many varieties of tomatoes, herbs, cut flowers, peppers, pollinator plants, and more! All proceeds go back into supporting the Plant Science class. Sale is May 14th and 15th from 8:30am-3:45pm, located in front of East High School. If the weather is inclement, it will be in the front lobby of the school.

Thursday Night Vinyl Sessions continue!

Come and ~vibe on vinyl~ every first and third Thursday of the month!

Vinyl Sighting Presents: Northern Wax Crew
"We are a crew of vinyl addicts' way up north via Duluth, MN'

Curated DJ sessions from a rotating cast! You will hear sets from DJ ANIBODY, Saint John, DJ Fraudulent, DJ StaggaLee, Natty Nico, Steeze in the Breeze, Bog Boy, Moeview, and Al Pajamas!

6-9 PM
All are welcome!
~vibe on vinyl~

The 3rd Annual Gender Joy Art Show is being held from May 4th to June 27th with an opening reception on Thursday, May 7th from 5-7pm. Organized by YWCA Duluth and PAVSA and exhibited in the Zeitgeist atrium and Teatro, this year’s show not only includes artwork from girls, women and gender expansive people but features survivor artwork from PAVSA's weekly Art Group, all representing how each finds joy in their gender. Event attendees will get a chance to express themselves in an interactive community art project hosted by Art of Presence and will have an opportunity to heal through collective action and see their collaborative piece evolve into a finished painting displayed for the remainder of the show. Light refreshments will be offered as well as an opportunity to learn more about YWCA Duluth and PAVSA’s work in our community. Most pieces of artwork will be available for purchase on YWCA Duluth’s website throughout the two-month show. Find more information at www.ywcaduluth.org/upcoming-events.

Duluth East Plant Science students have been growing thousands of plant from seed since January! We showcase our hard work during our annual plant sale. Garden transplants available include many varieties of tomatoes, herbs, cut flowers, peppers, pollinator plants, and more! All proceeds go back into supporting the Plant Science class. Sale is May 14th and 15th from 8:30am-3:45pm, located in front of East High School. If the weather is inclement, it will be in the front lobby of the school.

The 3rd Annual Gender Joy Art Show is being held from May 4th to June 27th with an opening reception on Thursday, May 7th from 5-7pm. Organized by YWCA Duluth and PAVSA and exhibited in the Zeitgeist atrium and Teatro, this year’s show not only includes artwork from girls, women and gender expansive people but features survivor artwork from PAVSA's weekly Art Group, all representing how each finds joy in their gender. Event attendees will get a chance to express themselves in an interactive community art project hosted by Art of Presence and will have an opportunity to heal through collective action and see their collaborative piece evolve into a finished painting displayed for the remainder of the show. Light refreshments will be offered as well as an opportunity to learn more about YWCA Duluth and PAVSA’s work in our community. Most pieces of artwork will be available for purchase on YWCA Duluth’s website throughout the two-month show. Find more information at www.ywcaduluth.org/upcoming-events.

The Northland 5K for Food Allergy is back for our 4th year for family-friendly, food allergy fun at Endion Station in Duluth, Minnesota!

This 3.1 mile out and back, chip-timed, run/walk will begin and end at Endion Station in Canal Park, Duluth, MN. There will be awards and prize packs for the top male and female finishers!

The Kids' Fun Run (for anyone 12 and under) will begin immediately following the 5K, expected start time will be between 10-10:30am.

There will also be door prizes! After you finish the race, enter your bib number for a chance to win a door prize of your choosing. That’s right—you pick the prize you want to win!

Whether you’re eyeing that gift card, cool gear, or something fun for the family, just drop your number next to the prize you want most. One entry per runner. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony—must be present to win!

Allergy-conscious food/beverages will be enjoyed after the event. Additionally, there will be lawn games, kids activities, allergy-aware business/product info and samples to take home, as well as representation from the Duluth Fire Fighters and EMT staff.

The historic Green Door Smelt Fry returns to Beaver Bay on Saturday, May 16th, 2026. Featuring all-you-can-eat fried smelt using the original Green Door recipe dating back to the first smelt fry hosted by the Beaver Bay Fire Department in 1958 along with a basket of tartar sauce, coleslaw, potato chips, and that classic carton of orange drink. Fried smelt will be served from 11:00am-4:00pm from the Baptism River Barbecue Co. food truck.

This family friendly event will include live music all day provided by the Green Door Municipal Bar, Lovin’ Lake County, and the City of Beaver Bay. The Outdoor Sports Expo will feature booths of vendors, local outdoor and adventure businesses, and a silent auction benefiting local Outdoor Youth Sports in Lake County.

$10 pre-sale tickets are available now through May 9th, 2026 at three convenient locations including the Green Door in Beaver Bay, Julie’s True Value in Silver Bay, or the Finland Co-op General Store. Pre-sale tickets are also available in the “online shop” via baptismriverbbq.com. Pre-sale tickets help us predict how much smelt to prepare so there is enough to go around. Tickets will be available on the day of the event for $15. All proceeds go into the Beaver Bay Smelt Fry fund to keep this event going and expand it each year. Tickets are not required to attend the event, but are required for the all-you-can-eat smelt. We expect to sell out of tickets before the date of the event so plan to get yours sooner rather than later!