As we move into the warm weather and start to fill up our calendars, let’s see what a Northland summer’s got to offer us. There’s plenty of fun to be had during the warmest weeks of the year.
Duluth Library
The library has so many great opportunities for kids and adults over the summer. Click here for a full schedule. Some of my favorites events being hosted by the Duluth libraries include:
- Gardening with Children- June 13th from 6-7pm at the West Duluth Library
- Crafternoon– June 20th from 2-3pm at the Mount Royal library
- Legos at the Library- June 20th from 3:30-4:30pm at the West Duluth Library
- Preschool Story Times- June 24th at the West Duluth Library from 11:15-11:45
- The Dollypops- June 25th from 3:30-4:30pm at the Mount Royal Library
- Bubble Wonders- June 28th 2:30-3:30 at the Mount Royal Library
- Food Truck Friday- June 28th 11:00-2:00 at the Main Library
- Kaleidascope- July 9th 10:30-11:15 at the Main Library
- Kaleidascope- July 16th 10:30-11:15 at the Main Library
- Legos at the Library- July 25th 3:30-4:30 at the West Duluth Library
- Kaleidascope- July 30th 10:30-11:15 at the Main Library
- Fun for Kids- August 1st 10:30-1:00 at the Main Library
- In the green room– They will have a variety of crafts, games and activities for kids entering grades K-5.
- Kaleidascope- August 6th 10:30-11:15 at the Main Library
- Fun for Kids- August 8th 10:30-1:00 Main Library- Green room
- Fun for Kids- August 15th 10:30-1:00 Main Library – Green Room
- Crafternoon- August 22nd 2:00-3:00pm at the Mount Royal Library.
- A fun make and take craft project and enjoying the company of other crafters.
- Legos at the Library- 3:30-4:30 at the West Duluth Library
Chester Creek Concert Series 2019
Summer’s great for grooving to some outdoor music. Concerts at the Park are hosted at the Chester Bowl Park every Tuesday. Most concerts start at 7pm, but check here for more info and times.
Kids Dream Family Film Series
Too hot out? Too cold? Just plain need a change? How about a movie? Check out this great movie series schedule at the Hermantown Marcus Lakes 10 theater.
June 16-August 14, 2019
Sunday, Monday and Wednesday at 10:00AM
For only $3 a ticket, it’s a great deal! You can also get a popcorn and drink for $2.75+tax.
Here is the list of movies being shown:
- The Lego Movie 2 – June 16, 17 & 19
- The Lorax – June 23, 24 & 26
- A Dog’s Way Home – June 30, July 1 & 3
- Smallfoot – July 7, 8 & 10
- Hotel Transylvania 3 – July 14, 15 & 17
- Despicable Me – July 21, 22 & 24
- Wonder Park – July 28, 29 & 31
- Dr. Seuss The Grinch – August 4, 5 & 7
- How to Train Your Dragon 3 – August 11, 12 & 14
Wanna snag FREE tickets to the show? It’s easy – visit one of the participating agents at American Family Insurance, and you can receive two FREE tickets to your choice of this year’s titles. If you can’t make it to your local agents office, click here to get free vouchers!
Movies in the Park
If you want to experience a family-friendly film under the stars, how about planning to attend a few movies at Leif Erikson Park? There is also a concession stand for all your snacking needs.
- July 12th – How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World PG
- July 19th – The LEGO Movie 2 PG
- July 26 –A Dog’s Way Home PG
- August 2 – Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again PG13
- August 9 –Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse PG
- August 16 –Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald PG13
- August 23 –Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom PG13
- August 30 –Aquaman PG13
For more information, including starting times, head over to the Downtown Duluth website!
Bayfront Family Center
Did you know that you can take your family to the Bayfront Family Center during the summer? From May 29th through September 13th, Monday through Thursday, take your family there to play for FREE! Frisbee golf, kites, volleyball, kick balls, croquet and more are available to use while you are there. It’s open for use from 11am-7pm. Check the website for more detailed info.
Summer Pop-Up-Play
I found these dates for Pop-Up-Play, hosted by the Duluth Parks and Rec Department, on Facebook and I thought it would be so fun to check a few of them out. I hope you do as well. Grab your friends and go to the park from 3-7pm each week!
Parks and Recreation staff will bring equipment and lead family-friendly activities at parks throughout the city all summer long. Visit them at a new park each week!
Jun 06: Leif Erikson Park
Jun 13: Harrison Park
Jun 20: Central Hillside Park
Jun 27: Morgan Park Community Center
Jul 11: Cascade Park
Jul 18: Riverside Park
Jul 25: Lester Park
Aug 01: Memorial Park
Aug 08: Piedmont Park
Aug 15: Portland Square
Aug 22: Washington Square
Aug 29: Endion Station Plaza (Lakewalk)
Sep 05: Enger Park
Sep 12: Leif Erikson Park
Last But Not Least…
Hurrah! Summer’s here! We live in the state of 10,000 lakes. Let’s find one and enjoy the beauty we have in our own backyard. There are lakes of all sizes all around. Grab a lunch, beach towel, swimsuit, and sunscreen and get out there!
If you’re not a fan of lakes, I know Pinehurst Park in Cloquet has a fantastic pool to use, as well as outdoor activities for your kiddos to be entertained for hours. Have fun this summer (and check out our Summer Camp Guide if you want to send your kiddos on an adventure without you). Take advantage of what Duluth and the surrounding area has to offer. Make memories that will last a lifetime!
