Whatever your reasons for staying at our Duluth bed and breakfast this fall – whether you are in town to visit a student at the University of Minnesota, for business, or simply for a vacation on the shores of Lake Superior – consider taking in a show at the Duluth Superior Symphony.

Lidia Kaminska plays October 16, 2010, at the Duluth Superior Symphony.

The Symphony performs at the DECC Auditorium, which is located just over a mile from our bed and breakfast Duluth. Leave your car at the inn, walk to dinner in Canal Park, and then continue on foot to the Symphony. The return walk after the show will be a delightful opportunity to stretch your legs and star gaze.

If you are staying at our bed and breakfast Duluth September 25, 2010, you may enjoy an evening of Sensational Tchaikovsky, which also features compositions by Russian Composer Glinka and Mozart. Markand Thakar conducts, and famed clarinetist Richard Stoltzman plays Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto. (more…)

Take in great views of the Aerial Lift Bridge from the Lakewalk.

Guests of our Duluth bed and breakfast this weekend  are in luck. The Duluth Lakefront Festival takes place just steps from our door in Canal Park, and stretches almost fifty blocks up the lake to Kelso Park, at 47th Avenue East. This is a perfect excuse to put on some solid walking shoes and spend a few hours stretching your legs by the lake. If you are in town to participate in one of the numerous races throughout the weekend (such as the Minnesota Mile or Grandma’s Marathon), you’ll be thankful you won’t have far to travel after your race.

A host of fun activities will be offered for people of all ages. Friday evening (Sept 10, 2010), a tribute to 9/11 will be held at Leif Erickson Park. It will be followed by an outdoor screening of The Wizard of Oz. Spectators are encouraged to dress as their favorite character and enter the costume contest. After the film, stretch your legs with a leisurely stroll back to our Lake Superior lodging.

Saturday morning we’ll feed you well, with fresh fruits, locally brewed coffee, and a sinfully good main plate; you’ll have plenty of energy for whatever the day holds for you. Perhaps you’ll take part in Treasure Quest between Canal Park and Fitzger’s, which is guaranteed to expand your knowledge of the Lakewalk. If you tire, the North Shore Scenic Railroad is offering free rides.

The best part of the Duluth Lakefront Festival is simply the festive atmosphere it creates. It is great to see people out and about, enjoying the expansive Lake Superior waterfront. Whenever you wish a reprieve from the crowds, just come back to Solglimt. Sit on our deck and gaze out at the water, soak in the tub, or curl up in front of the fire. The weekend is yours.

Hawk Weekend  takes place at Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory September 17 – 19, 2010. As of this writing, we still have room available at our Duluth bed and breakfast for those avid birders who wish to travel to Duluth for this exciting event.

For more information about Hawk Weekend in Duluth, please visit the Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory.

The Bayfront Blues Festival is just a few days away, August 13 – 15, 2010. Located at Bayfront Festival Park, just steps away from our Duluth bed and breakfast on Lake Superior, the 22nd Annual Blues Festival will feature such greats as Dr. John and the Lower 911, Elvin Bishop, and Duke Robillard.

Check out the Bayfront Blues Festival while staying at our Duluth b&b.

There will be two music venues at the festival: the Acoustic Tent Stage and the Leinenkugel’s Stage. Bring a lawn chair and settle in for a show by the Cornbread Harris Trio or Reverend Raven and the Chainsmokin’ Altar Boys at the Acoustic Tent, or Otis Clay or JJ Grey & Mofro at Leinenkugel’s. Since Bayfront is so close to our Duluth bed and breakfast, you’ll be able to easily return to the inn to rest a bit between shows. (more…)

The last weekend of August is sure to be colorful. The seventh annual 2010 Dragon Boat Festival will take place just steps from our Lake Superior bed and breakfast, on Barkers Island in Superior Bay. The actual races will be held in the calm waters between the island and the mainland.

The Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival

Teams of 25 people man the beautiful boats: one manager, one drummer, one steersperson, 2 alternates, and 20 paddlers. These are heavy boats, but they are moved with a lot of power. It is exhilarating to hear the drums beating and watch the intense concentration of the paddlers as they glide over the water. The enthusiasm is contagious.

In addition to the dragon boat races, there will be live music and numerous food vendors. On Friday night, the entertainment begins with Brandon Scott Sellnar, who is followed by the Lamont Cranston Blues Band. Saturday night enjoy the picking and strumming of Two Many Banjos. Throughout the day Saturday there will be more bands, dance groups and even magicians.

This is a great fund raising event sponsored by the Harbortown, Superior, and Superior Sunrise Centennial Rotaries. We welcome participants and spectators alike at our Duluth bed and breakfast on Lake Superior.

Photo from the 2009 Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival.

Guests staying at our Duluth bed and breakfast on July 17 and 18, 2010 are in for a treat: The Duluth Air Show. If you don’t already have your tickets, it’s not too late to purchase them. For more information, visit the Duluth Air Show.

The USAF Thunderbirds to be at the 2010 Duluth Air Show.

Photo by George E. Norkus. (more…)

May 2 – 9, 2010, is the annual Homegrown Music Festival in Duluth. In the eleven years since it’s inception, the Homegrown Music Festival has grown into a full scale good time. Over 100 bands are expected to perform this year. The music is “rawk and/or roll devil music”, which I think means fun.

These days, the festival is not just about music. There will be photography, homegrown videos, and poetry. Expect to laugh at comedians, and watch some renegade theater. In fact, expect the unexpected.

Performances will be at dozens of restaurants, cafes and bars around town. You’ll be able to walk to several venues from our Bed and Breakfast Duluth, such as Fitger’s Brewhouse, R.T. Quinlan’s Saloon, Amazing Grace Bakery and Cafe, and Lake Avenue Cafe.

Check into our Duluth bed and breakfast from May 2 – 9, and check out the great homegrown music scene of Duluth.

After an evening out, restore yourself with a wholesome breakfast at Solglimt.

It’s that time again. The University of Minnesota Duluth will be handing out diplomas to undergraduates on Saturday, May 15. Graduate diplomas will be presented on Thursday, May 13. We still have a few openings at our Duluth Bed and Breakfast, and hope you’ll consider staying with us as you witness this important rite of passage.

Stay at our Lake Superior Bed and Breakfast as you celebrate this magnificent rite of passage.

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The University of Minnesota Duluth is bringing great music to town for the New Music Festival, April 23 and 24, 2010. What a great excuse to come visit your UMD student and enjoy a couple of nights at our Duluth bed and breakfast.

Luna Nova New Music Ensemble from Tennessee is the highlight of The New Music Festival. Their multimedia presentation embraces a wide variety of styles that you are sure to find captivating. Luna Nova performs Friday, April 23 at 7:30 pm.

You’ll have ample time to reconnect with your UMD student on Saturday before the 7:30 Vocal Music Recital. Students and faculty unite to give voice to music written within the last 10 years. Look forward to the Midwest premiere of Jeremy Beck’s one-act opera, Review.

Our Duluth inn is located right on Lake Superior, in the Canal Park district of Duluth – just a few miles from the University of Minnesota. It’s easy to stroll out our door and walk for miles along the shore. Although we close to all the amenities of Duluth, our proximity to Lake Superior makes it seem like we’re a beach resort.

The Luna Nova New Music Ensemble takes place at Weber Hall, on the UMD campus. Tickets are available through UMD.

When was the last time you attended the symphony?

Spend Saturday evening, April 17, 2010, in Duluth, soaking up the music of Vivaldi, Debussy and Elgar. The first takes you on an uplifting romp through The Four Seasons; Debussy counters with his colorful Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun; finally, Elgar treats his audience to the mysterious Enigma Variations – fourteen “tongue-in-cheek musical depictions of his friends” that will make your mood merry.

The Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra is located at 350 Harbor Drive, approximately one mile from our Lake Superior inn. Director Markand Thakar has gained accolades for his innovative programming, as the performance on April 17 wonderfully demonstrates.

The weather should be more mild by mid-April than it is now. You may find yourself wanting to stroll along the shore of Duluth Harbor Basin to reach the DECC Auditorium, home of the Duluth Symphony.

There are several excellent dining options close to our Lake Superior bed and breakfast and the DECC. Both Bellisio’s and Valentini’s Vicino serve outstanding Italian food at a leisurely pace. Enjoy breathtaking views of the lake with your meal at Top of the Harbor. Pickwick, a Duluth staple for four generations, serves great food in a warm, comfortable atmosphere.

Welcome spring back into your lives with a weekend at our Duluth bed and breakfast, an excellent dinner out, and a night at the symphony.

Spring in Duluth is like the treasure at the end of a rainbow.