When God said, “Let there be light,” he did a glorious job of creating outside lighting. But what about light for the inside of a home? That’s where Jim Miller comes in. In his fifth year servicing Cook County, Jim Miller has been providing professional lighting services for the community through his company called Northern Lights. Miller has been working […]
Fur Ball fundraiser brings in more than $3,000 for Arrowhead Animal Rescue
The July 14 Fur Ball fundraiser held at the Wunderbar was a howling success. One could say it was almost purrrrfect. “We took in $3,602, but our expenses were around $600,” said Judy Curtis, one of the chief organizers of the event held for Arrowhead Animal Rescue (AAR). “We are trying to raise enough money to build a new animal […]
Garden Blunders
This year my garden is a disaster. I blame some problems on Mother Nature. I take responsibility for others. I’ll begin with radishes. They pushed through the earth easily, and I planned on hearty salads that included zesty radish slices along with the lettuce I was growing. I should mention that my lettuce crop this year is fantastic. Huge, beautiful […]
Author and illustrator to appear at Drury Lane Books August 25
The best days of summer end at the powwow, but Windy Girl takes the revelry of the gathering one step farther, into a dream world where the dancers and singers are dogs. Windy Girl is blessed with a vivid imagination. From Uncle she gathers stories of long-ago traditions, about dances and sharing and gratitude. Windy can tell such stories herself— […]
Heebie Jeebies to be featured at library August 15
The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present Glen Everhart’s Heebie Jeebies, a free musical comedy program being offered for ages 5 and older on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 3:30 p.m. at the Grand Marais Public Library. Glen Everhart’s Heebie Jeebies Family Comedy Music Show is the perfect entertainment! Kids will laugh, move, and dance their way through Everhart’s show […]
Things to do at Chik-Wauk Museum Nature Center
Chik-Wauk has some great activities planned. On Tuesday, Aug. 7, there will be Kids’ Day programs. All children ages 18 and under have free admission to the museum. There will also be a Kids’ Day program on Tuesday, Aug. 14. Also on Tuesday, August 7 there will be a United States Forest Service Northwood’s Talk from 2 -3 p.m. These […]
U of M Dark Sky Caravan travels to Cook County August 11-18
The Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium is hitting the road from Duluth to the end of the Gunflint Trail Aug. 11-18. The traveling event will coincide with the annual Perseid Meteor Shower where stargazers can expect to see 50-70 meteors or shooting stars per hour. The mobile GeoDome Theater creates an immersive learning environment that is interactive and engaging. University of […]
Author Kelly Aul to appear at library August 10
Grand Marais Public Library is set to host author Kelly Aul on Thursday, August 10 at 2 p.m. Aul will discuss her new book “Unspoken pursuit.” She will talk about her story of becoming an author, getting published, other books she has published (Never Forsaken series), and will read from her latest novel. She will take questions and answers. Aul […]
“Woods, Winds, Strings, and a Little Jazz” concert on the Gunflint Trail
Now an annual event, the “Woods, Winds, Strings and a Little Jazz” concert is set to be held Sunday, Aug. 12 at 5 p.m. at the Gunflint Trail Fire Hall 1 mid-Trail. This informal event promises to be a wonderful experience for the audience, as the musicians are outstanding, and they enjoy performing. Among the performers are Phylis Anderson (oboe), […]
Live Auction and Flea Market Boutique Fundraiser for Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department on August 8
Residents and visitors on the Gunflint Trail are deeply grateful for our Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department (GTVFD) that has been responding to fires, medical emergencies, and search and rescue along the Trail since 1992! The Mid-Trail Property Owners Association is proud to raise funds each year to support their services among us. Our fundraiser will be held on Wednesday, […]