Big Wave Dave & The Ripples play the parking lot of First United Methodist Church Monday, July 17, 6:30 p.m. 

Lake Superior Chamber Orchestra Thursdays, July 13, 20 & 27, 7 p.m. Weber Hall The orchestra welcomes three distinguished guest conductors for its summer concert series, Ho Yin Kwok, Erin Aldridge and Lorena Suarez.  

Kinky Boots July 14-30 Norshor Winner of every major Best Musical award, including the Tony, the Grammy and London’s Olivier Award, Kinky Boots is a joyous musical sensation based on a true story with original songs by Cyndi Lauper.   

Lake Superior Rose Society Show Saturday, July 15, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. First Lutheran Church  Rose Fest Saturday, July 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Duluth Rose Garden For the first time since 2008, the rose show returns to First Lutheran across the street from the Rose Fest, where there will be guided tours, information and a treasure hunt for kids.  

Lake Superior Day Sunday, July 16, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lake Superior Estuarium, Barker’s Island Communities all around the greatest Great Lake have celebrated annually since the 1990s, here with live music, kids’ activities, stand-up paddle boarding, info booths and food vendors.  

Big Wave Dave & The Ripples Monday, July 17, 6:30 p.m. First United Methodist (Coppertop) Church Coppertop’s parking lot with its grand view of the lake is the perfect stage for the big sounds of this funk/soul/blues/rock band.   Duluth Neighborhood History Tuesday, July 18, 6-8 p.m. Depot There are 29 distinct neighborhoods in Duluth, each with their own identity. This panel discussion explores the diverse histories, reflect on their stories and look forward to the future.  

Fairlawn Mansion Ice Cream Social Wednesday, July 19, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fairlawn Mansion, Superior Performances by the Superior High School Choir & String Quintet, magician The Amazing Charles and the rock band Magic Bus, plus free tours, kids games, art fair, car show and free custard from Culver’s.