North House Folk School announces the return of Inuit guest instructor Ohito Ashoona for two hands-on soapstone carving classes as part of Sivertson Art Gallery’s 10th annual Inuit Art Premiere. Ashoona will teach Inuit Soapstone Carving Traditions (March 11-12) and Inuit Stone Sculpting — Movement On Ice (March 14-15). The soapstone carving classes complement Sivertson Art Gallery’s Inuit Art Premiere,... READ MORE >
Anders Zimmer, 14, of Grand Marais, has been selected to once again compete for a spot on the U.S. Junior Olympic National team. At press time, Anders was heading to competition in Marquette, Michigan Feb. 17-20. While at Marquette, Anders will be competing in slalom, giant slalom and the downhill. If he does well in Michigan, Anders will earn a... READ MORE >
Minnesota’s state forest nurseries have more than 25 species of evergreens, deciduous trees and shrubs available for purchase. Seedlings are sold in orders of 500 or more, although purchases may be broken down into increments of 100 of a species. Prices for 500 seedlings run from $90 to $470. To purchase seedlings from Minnesota state forest nurseries, call 800-657-3767. By... READ MORE >
Minnesota residents who head south during the cold months or “snowbirds” may not be sure about when—and where— they should complete their Census 2010 questionnaire. The Minnesota State Demographic Center recommends that Minnesota residents who reside out of state for the winter months answer only the 2010 Census form they receive at their Minnesota address. “Every Minnesotan needs to answer... READ MORE >
Everyone has a good time at the Mush for a Cure event in March and this year things will be even more fun, starting with a Pink Prom Pasta Party. Friday night’s spaghetti dinner at Trail Center will have a prom theme. Slurp pink spaghetti noodles while wearing a pink prom dress or a retro tuxedo. Come and see who... READ MORE >
The Superior Hiking Trail is sponsoring guided hikes to encourage people to get out and enjoy the trail in winter weather. Participants must provide their own snowshoes. A Saturday, March 6 hike begins at 10:00 a.m. and will go from Gun Club Road to Lake Co Rd 301 Trailhead – 3.4 miles. Participants will snowshoe along one of the newest... READ MORE >
Jessica Berg-Collman of Grand Marais is once again raising funds for Mush for a Cure (MFAC) in March. Jessica has won awards for the highest number of pledges in the past and she is working hard to top her previous records. She is especially dedicated to MFAC this year, as she is mushing in honor of her mentor and log... READ MORE >
A special coordinated set of open house gatherings for the families of potential kindergarten students will be held next month in an effort to allow parents to make an informed decision about the best setting for their children. There will be open houses on Tuesday, March 2 at Birch Grove Community School in Tofte and Great Expectations School in Grand... READ MORE >
The talent show fundraiser for handicap accessible (push pad) doors into the Arrowhead Center for the Arts and the main (eagle) entry to Cook County High School has been rescheduled. The show, canceled due to hazardous January weather, is now set for Saturday, March 13. Themain program will begin at 7 p.m., but the Community (Swing) band will perform at... READ MORE >
Teresa Borak and Patty Doherty, both registered nurses at the Sawtooth Mountain Clinic, will present Life’s Simple 7 at the next Women’s Business Luncheon, Wednesday, March 3. Life’s Simple 7 and My Life Check were designed by the American Heart Association with the goal of improved health by educating the public on how best to live. Teresa and Patty will... READ MORE >
