On Friday, May 17, Mark Powers will work with the students of Great Expectations School in classroom “Junk Jam” workshops, leading a hands-on experience in how everyday objects can become musical instruments. Students will find that rhythm exists everywhere and that by working together they can discover music in their own environment, their own bodies, and even in the vocalization […]
Author Sarah Stonich to visit Grand Marais May 20
Sarah Stonich will visit the Grand Marais Public Library at 3 p.m. May 20 as part of a 16-library tour across the Arrowhead Library system with her new book Vacationland. Stonich describes the book as “very much a regional title set in Minnesota resort country,” and says it’s expected to be a popular summer read. The author also said she […]
Opera on the Iron Range
The Northern Lights Music Festival, based in Aurora, Minnesota, has been awarded a $34,925 Arts Touring Grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board to bring performances of Puccini’s romantic opera, La boheme and symphonic and chamber music concerts to several Iron Range communities. Three performances of La boheme are scheduled in July: the new production, designed by Phillip Graneto, will […]
Youth Water Experience Day is May 10
Have you ever wanted to learn to fly fish? Are you interested in learning more about water quality and why it is important for fish? Cook County Soil and Water Conservation District is partnering with MN Trout Unlimited, Cook County Kids Plus, Cook County Extension and Community Education to host a fun-filled day (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) of fishing […]
Hike set for May 11
The Superior Hiking Trail Association is offering a guided hike on the Superior Hiking Trail beginning at 10 a.m. May 11. This will be an eight-mile hike from Cook County Road 1 to Temperance River Wayside. Participants should meet at the Temperance River Wayside (Highway 61 at milepost 80.3). Call (218) 834-2700 or visit www.shta.org for more information.
EDA offers informational meeting for building contractors
The Cook County – Grand Marais Economic Development Authority (EDA) housing program has been working on residential rehab projects for several years now, improving the living conditions of low income homeowners and giving building contractors the opportunity for repair and renovation work. For contractors who would like to learn more about working with the EDA, there is a Building Contractors […]
Create a custom T-shirt at the Art Colony
The Grand Marais Art Colony is hosting “Community Ink Day” from 1 – 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 25 and community members are invited to join a class to learn how to screen-print their own T-shirt. Participants will screen-print their own custom T-shirt using their choice of ink color and one of several Grand Marais Art Colony designs. Or, participants […]
Care Partners training begins May 21
The gift of friendship can mean a lot for those on the journey of aging or serious illness—just someone to hear their stories, be with them or remind them of their significance. Care Partners volunteers provide companionship in the client’s home, at the Care Center, or the hospital. Volunteers provide ongoing friendly visits, a compassionate presence at end-of-life, phone check-ins, […]
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Huge Cook County Community Center ArenaRummage / Flea Market Sale!Sat., May 11 from 9 – Noon. We still have room forvendors wishing to sell. Call 387-3015 to sign up foryour spot that includes 2 tables at a cost of only $15. Upcoming Courses & Eventsat North House Folk SchoolNorthern Landscapes Festival, May 30-June 2;Upcoming courses: Preserve & Prepare HealthfulMeats, May […]
CCHS boys’ tennis team plays two matches back-to-back
The Cook County High School boys’ tennis team traveled to Virginia, Minnesota last week to face the Virginia Blue Devils and the Eveleth-Gilbert Golden Bears at Virginia’s indoor tennis facility. First up for the Vikings was the alwaystough Virginia team. Playing at No. 1 singles, Lars Scannell squared off against the Blue Devils’ Tom Prittinen in a tight match, losing […]