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Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two endangered Cotton-top Tamarin monkeys were born on April 16 at Lake Superior Zoo and are now about a month old; visitors can view them today from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tamarin exhibit (named Algo and Donnie after the Spanish word for cotton). WDIO
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Lotion Lab with Mix Cosmetiques
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Whole Foods Co-op Denfeld — $20 — Get hands-on in crafting your own natural lotion in this creative skincare workshop.
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Sharper Living: Reviving Your Knives
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Bring your own knives — Master the art of sharpening kitchen blades and gain confidence in maintaining your tools.
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18th Annual Bike Swap
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Continental Ski & Bike — Tiered payout for sellers — Re-home bicycles and support local charities at this community-driven event.
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Wild Rose Family Expo 2026
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Free admission — A vibrant community event uniting families, local businesses, and youth programs for a day of discovery and fun.
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Make Your Own Bitters Workshop
5:30-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration includes instruction and materials — Explore the art of crafting your own bitters and unleash your inner cocktail-ian.
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Experimental Music Night with Alex Hecter, Andrew Mahonen, Ben Zucker, and Tim Kaiser
7 PM - 1 AM — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $10 — Experience an exciting showcase of experimental music from talented local artists.
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May Free ArtDAI
1-4 p.m. — Duluth Art Institute-Lincoln Park Building — Free entry — Create seasonal art projects for all ages in a casual, creative atmosphere with snacks and beverages.
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Grounded Threads: Branch Weaving Workshop
12-4 p.m. — Duluth Art Institute-Lincoln Park Building — Registration required — Create unique woven wall art using natural branches and fibers.
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Prime Time at the Paddle: Meat Raffle & More
6-8 p.m. — Bent Paddle Brewing Co. — Free entry — Experience a vintage meat raffle with a modern twist, benefiting a great cause and featuring exciting prizes.
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Make Your Own Root Beer: Adult and Child
5:30-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — $54.00 — Learn to create old-style root beer and explore fermentation with your child while tasting various homemade brews.
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Skilled Carpenters
As a local business, we’re committed to reviving the local manufacturing industry by bringing meaningful, hands-on jobs back to the community. Our skilled carpenters are at the center of that work, shaping each sauna with precision, pride, and a deep respect for the craft. It’s a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared, standards stay high, and every build reflects the people behind it.
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