The Gala for the Grove was held June 3, giving Cook County residents the opportunity to dress up and enjoy a semi-formal evening at Surfside on Lake Superior in Tofte. The event also gave the 85 attendees the opportunity to contribute to the financial future of Birch Grove Community School. Community members enjoyed an evening of fun, food and dancing, […]
Second year owners of Rockwood Lodge thriving
In 2015, sisters Stephanie Lightner and Carol Seim were approached by their husbands, Carl Madsen and Mike Seim, to undertake the adventure of small business ownership and a move north. Twin Cities residents, the four joined together and, with the help of an SBA loan facilitated by the Minnesota Business Finance Corporation, purchased Rockwood Lodge and Outfitters in Grand Marais. […]
The relaxed one
It’s time I gave Abby, our setter/lab, some attention. Everyone oohs and ahhs over Mr. Magoo, my pug. His funny face and jaunty attitude grab attention, and often Abby gets overlooked. But this large black dog has many good features. Abby is easier to live with. Although the bigger of the two, her 75 pounds to Magoo’s 24, she doesn’t […]
Playhouse previews summer performances
The Grand Marais Playhouse is planning a fun night of previews of the summer performances (with midnight snacks) on June 22 at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts. Come see a preview performance of: . The Games Afoot is a hysterical farce that includes Sherlock Holmes, séances, murder and many surprises. Winner of the 2012 Mystery Writers of America Edgar […]
Hanson to give an overview of U.S. Foreign Policy challenges
Thomas Hanson, a former U.S. Foreign Service Officer with the Department of State, will speak Thursday, June 15 at 7 p.m. at Cook County Higher Education, which is located at 300 West 3rd Street in Grand Marais. Although there is no cost to hear Mr. Hanson, donations are appreciated. This program will provide an analysis of global trends that are […]
USFS hosts “Take a Kid Fishing Day” June 10
Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m. to noon the U.S. Forest Service, Cook County Soil & Water, and the Minnesota DNR will be on hand to take kids fishing on Mink Lake. An adult must accompany any child under 12. Lunch and water will be provided. There will be a limited supply of life jackets and fishing rods will be […]
“Wolves at Our Door” coming to Sugarloaf Cove
A free educational program on wolves is coming to the area soon. Representatives from the International Wolf Center will be at Sugarloaf Cove Nature Center on June 17 to discuss wolf biology, wolf behavior and perceptions of wolves in an engaging and unbiased program called “Wolves at Our Door.” The event will be held from 10 a.m. until noon on […]
Pep band players needed for alumni football game
On occasion, everyone needs to toot their own horn, and for those former and current Cook County High School band members, your chance is here. Pep band players and directors are needed for the second annual Cook County Alumni Football Game on Saturday, July 1. This event is a major fundraiser for school activities. CCHS band alumni who want to […]
Community Calendar
NEW LOCATION! Ruby’s Pantry June and July, Community Center Ruby’s Pantry is a food distribution program held 5 – 6:30 p.m., every second Tuesday. New location for June and July – Cook County Community Center. $20 (cash only) per share. Buy more shares as you want. No financial qualifications. Bring a laundry basket and cooler to bring home frozen items. […]