Community Calendar:
Jul. 19—Superior: The Superior Senior High School Class of 1974 holds its 50-year class reunion July 19-20. Activities include a flag raising in honor of veterans and fallen classmates at 8:45 a.m. Friday at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center, followed by a tour of Superior High School, and a gathering at Barker's Island at 6 p.m.. Saturday includes a golf scramble and picnic at Billings Park and gathering at Ace's on 29th, 2928 Oakes Ave., in the evening. The teaching staff from 1974 are welcome to join as guests. For up-to-date information, visit the
Superior Senior High Class of 1974
Facebook page.
Solon Springs: Opening reception of the Rural Arts Voice-North's Upper St. Croix Art Exhibition is 6:30-8 p.m. at the Old Village Hall on Main Street. Meet some of the participating artists and see original visual artwork, some of which is for sale. The exhibit is also open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 20-28.
Superior: Twin Ports Twin 25's 20th annual race at the Gondik Law Speedway starts at 7 p.m. A concert by The Reckoning follows the races. $25 admission for most.
Parkland: A household hazardous waste collection is from 8 a.m. to noon at Parkland Town Hall. Accepted items include paint, pesticides, fertilizers, corrosives and flammables. Most items are free; a fee is charged for batteries and light bulbs. Items that won't be accepted include motor oil, appliances, incandescent light bulbs and recyclables.
Superior: The Barker's Island Farmers' Market runs 8:45 a.m. to noon near the SS Meteor.
Superior: The Free Spirit Riders Saddle Club horse show was rescheduled and spectators are welcome to watch for free beginning at noon at the Head of the Lake Fairgrounds. Food concessions available.
Lake Nebagamon: The annual Classics by the Lake car show runs 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the Auditorium. In addition to cars there will be food, music, raffles and children's activities.
Superior: Help pull knapweed from Wisconsin Point from 9-11 a.m. The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve and Friends of the Reserve seek volunteers of all ages to help remove the invasive plant. For details and to RSVP go to www.eventbrite.com/e/wisconsin-point-spotted-knapweed-pull-tickets-923869577777
Solon Springs: Lake City Smokin Section performs at 7 p.m. at the Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center. The band plays dance hits from the 1960s through today. Tickets are $15 at lwmusic.org.
Superior: A walking tour is 9:30-11 a.m. on Barker's Island. Meet at the Festival Park bandshell and go on a 1-mile hike with Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve staff and learn about the island and the results of a water benefits survey. Free and no registration required.
Superior: Lake Superior Day returns on Barker's Island. The Paddle for the People 4K paddleboarding race is at 10 a.m.; register at duluthsup.com and arrive before 9:30 a.m. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be booths, games, paddleboarding demonstrations, prize drawings and other activities, and food vendors. Go to
superiorpublicmuseums.org/tours
to reserve a free tour of the SS Meteor. A shuttle bus will run between the island and Superior Public Library every half hour starting at 11:15 a.m.
Superior: A Climate Emergency Day vigil will be held in Center City Park from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Events are planned statewide by activists pushing to reduce fossil fuel use. More info at tinyurl.com/CED-WI-Info.
Superior: Head to the Superior Public Library at 6 p.m. for a showing of "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" on the big screen. The film is rated PG-13.
Superior: The Superior Public Library's storytime begins at 10:30 a.m. in Pavilion No. 2 in Billings Park. There will be stories, crafts and songs.
Superior: indiGO Independent Living and the Duluth Commission on Disabilities are holding a celebration of the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the University of Wisconsin-Superior in the Yellowjacket Union Great Room. The event includes vendors, adaptive bicycle demonstrations, balloon art and raffle.
Superior: Katie Stenroos, youth educator with University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension in Douglas County, is holding a two-day 4-H Camp 1:30-4:30 p.m. July 23-24 at the Superior Public Library. Registration is required by July 17 at
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Superior: The Superior Downtown Farmers' Market runs from 10:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1215 Banks Ave., east of the World of Wheels Skate Center.
Superior: Blackhoof performs classic rock from 6-8 p.m. in Central Park, 717 Sixth Ave. E., during Bayside Sounds Around Town summer concert series.
Superior: Wednesday Night at the Races is a free running race event for children up to age 14 starting at 6 p.m. at the NBC Spartan Sports Complex. For details and registration go to
https://raceroster.com/series/2024/91877/wednesday-night-at-the-races
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Superior: The Socks for Survivors Golf Scramble fundraiser for the Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse starts at 9 a.m. at Nemadji Golf Course. Cost is $100 and includes lunch. In addition to golf there is a sock contest and music from Ramblin' Rog. Register at
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Superior: Get help using your smartphone, laptop or tablet at the Superior Public Library. Drop in between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. for assistance from library staff, who can answer questions but cannot fix broken devices.
Superior: Children's musician Micah Sommersmith is at the Superior Public Library at 2 p.m. The free performance includes folk tales, original songs and familiar sing-alongs.
Superior: The City of Superior Water Resources Team is holding an open house from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Central Park. Learn about water quality and about joining the Citizen Stream Monitoring Program. Rain date is Aug. 1.
Superior: Porchfest will be on Hayes Court from 6-8 p.m. Performers are: Danny Frank and the Smoky Gold, Slope City and Adam Herman's Pretty Band.
Superior: Smash Mouth performs at 5 p.m. at Mont du Lac Resort. Tickets are $29 at mdlresort.com.
Superior: Vets on Lake Superior will take veterans out for a day of fishing off of Barkers Island, followed by a fish fry. Interested veterans should call 715-395-1331.
Superior: The Barker's Island Farmers' Market runs 8:45 a.m. to noon near the SS Meteor.
Lakeside: Tours of the Davidson Windmill, Eskolin House and Blueberry Depot at 7890 Old State Highway 13 will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Members of the Old Brule Heritage Society will also host a bake sale.
Superior: LoCash performs at 5 p.m. at Mont du Lac Resort. Tickets are $39 at mdlresort.com.
Solon Springs: Them Coulee Boys performs at 7 p.m. at the Lucius Woods Performing Arts Center. Their four-part harmony blends folk, bluegrass, rock and punk. Tickets are $15 at lwmusic.org.
Lake Nebagamon: A pancake brunch is planned 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 11416 First St. N. All-you-can-eat pancakes, toppings, sausage and drinks included. Takeout available. Cost is $6 for adults and teens, $3 for children ages 6-12 and free for children 5 and under.
Superior: The Superior Public Library's storytime begins at 10:30 a.m. in Pavilion No. 2 in Billings Park. There will be stories, crafts and songs.
Superior: An event promoting the need for foster care providers in Douglas County is from 5-7 p.m. at the Superior Public Library. Learn about the requirements to become a foster parent and ask questions.
Superior: Gates to the Head of the Lakes Fair open at 5 p.m. Meat bingo is at 6:30 p.m. and races at 7 p.m. Free admission.
Superior: The library is hosting a Lord of the Rings trivia contest at 6 p.m. Participate individually or form a fellowship and compete against other fans of the Tolkien books and film adaptations. Participate in person at the library or join virtually via Zoom by going to
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Superior: Stars Go Dim, a Christrian pop rock band performs at 8 p.m. at Central Assembly of God, 3000 Hammond Ave. Opening act is Presence Music. Free will offering accepted.
Superior: The Superior Downtown Farmers' Market runs from 10:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1215 Banks Ave., east of the World of Wheels Skate Center.
Superior: Gates to the Head of the Lakes Fair open at 4 p.m. Rafe carlson and Confederate RailRoad perform in the grandstand starting at 5:45 p.m. Admission is $15 for most adults, $10 for seniors and children ages 5-17, free for younger children.
Superior: John and Andy, an acoustic duo, perform music from the '50s to now from 6-8 p.m. at Kelly Park, 711 Grand Ave., during Bayside Sounds Around Town summer concert series.
Superior: University of Wisconsin-Superior's Superior Adventures offers a guided paddle of the waters around Superior from 6-8 p.m. at Barkers Island. Cost is $10 and includes canoe or kayak, paddle and personal flotation device rental. Transportation to and from the landings can also be provided. Register at
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Superior: "The Mammoth Hunter" visits the Superior Public Library at 2 p.m. to share how our Ice Age ancestors survived. Free and open to all ages.
Superior: Gates to the Head of the Lakes Fair open at 3 p.m. Douglas County Mafia and The Kentucky Headhunters perform in the grandstand starting at 5:45 p.m. Livestock auction is at 7 p.m. Admission is $15 for most adults, $10 for seniors and children ages 5-17, free for younger children.
Superior: The Superior Fire Department will host a free child car seat check event 4-6 p.m. at headquarters station, 3326 Tower Ave.
Superior: The 10th annual Operation K9 is from 4:30-8 p.m. at University of Wisconsin-Superior on the track next to the Wessman Arena. Watch and meet K9s from area law enforcement agencies while also participating in family-friendly activities, a silent auction, and food and K9-themed souvenirs available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the Northland K9 Foundation.
Superior: The Thaddeus Kosciuszko Fraternal Aid Society (Polish Club) meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, 1710 N. 12th St.
Superior: The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center kicks off a new speaker series at 6:30 p.m. Gary Powers Jr., son of famed American U-2 spy plane pilot Francis Gary Powers, will present his research and dispel misinformation about his father, who was captured by the KGB during the Cold War.
Superior: The Superior Senior High Class of 1971 holds a 53-year reunion from 4-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2 at Vintage Italian Pizza, 1201 Tower Ave. RSVP encouraged on the Superior Senior High School Class of 1971 Facebook page.
Superior: Superior Central High School Class of 1959 holds a 65th reunion from 4-10 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Douglas County Historical Society Museum at 1101 John Ave. in Superior. The event includes dinner, live music, a cash bar and a tour of the museum featuring school memories. Contact Dave Ekroth ([email protected]), Carol Anderson Koby ([email protected]) or Phil Takkunen ([email protected]) for more details and registration as soon as possible.
Superior: Superior High School Class of 1955 holds its 69th reunion at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 8 at Vintage Italian Pizza, 1201 Tower Ave.