Good morning, Duluth.

Renewal by Andersen hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday to celebrate the opening of its new Elmira Avenue warehouse in Superior, featuring a business networking event and a charitable donation to Ruth House — local food vendors also joined to support the expansion.

Eight new recruits were sworn in by the Duluth Police Department yesterday — each had passed multiple interviews and exams — and they will soon begin training with experienced officers as Mayor Reinert and Police Chief Ceynowa expressed strong support.

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.

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.

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.

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.

10th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of community at Duluth Folk School with insights from the director and camaraderie among friends.

Pete Fest 2026

June 4-8 — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $7 online, $10 door, *Fest Pass $25 — Celebrate local music with diverse performances across five days.

Pete Fest 2026

7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $10 — Enjoy dynamic performances from local artists and bands during this lively five-day music festival.

A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation

4-7 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ireland through music and dance performed by world-class artists.

Celtic Song Circle

6-8 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Free entry — Sing and play Irish and Scottish favorites in a welcoming group setting.

Personal Support Group for Adults Impacted by Epilepsy

6-7 p.m. — Caribou Coffee — No cost — Connect with peers who understand your experiences managing epilepsy in a supportive environment.