The recent discovery of emerald ash borer (EAB) in a St. Paul neighborhood means that people should not pack firewood when making summer camping plans. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Commissioner Mark Holsten issued an order dealing with use of firewood on state land. Only firewood purchased at a state park or from a DNR-approved vendor may be brought... READ MORE >
On June 9, 2009, the Grand Marais Lions and Lioness Clubs celebrated “Charter Night,” a time-honored event at which they pay tribute to the club’s founding members, as well as mark their years of dedicated service to this community. The Lions Club has been in existence since 1951, and the Lioness Club since 1978. This is a night of celebration... READ MORE >
Cook County Higher Education Director Paula Sundet announced this week that work has begun on the renovation of the former First Baptist Church building—the new campus for Cook County Higher Education (CCHE). Unfortunately, funding is not available to complete the entire project, but Sundet said Higher Ed is excited to begin the first phase of the North Shore Campus building.... READ MORE >
In July 2008, the Cook County Sheriff ‘s Department conducted an alcohol compliance check, resulting in six citations and $100 in penalties to servers and sales clerks. If you work in an establishment that sells or serves alcohol and would like to avoid such problems, training is available this month. Cook County Higher Education in collaboration with Cook County Law Enforcement and the Minnesota... READ MORE >
After a harsh winter and cool spring, the Grand Marais Garden Club held its annual town planting on Monday, June 1. Members met at the Grand Marais municipal parking lot and planted flowers throughout the town under the guidance of master gardener Nancy Carlson, who coordinated and planned the event. Flowers will be enjoyed all summer and early fall and... READ MORE >
Basic Drawing Skills will be presented by instructor Sandi Pillsbury Gredzens June 22 through 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Grand Marais Art Colony. Drawing is at the “root” of all the visual arts, said Gredzens, and it is the “purest” form of visual communication. If you have little or no experience drawing or just need a... READ MORE >
Fused Glass Tiles: An Introduction to Glass Fusing will again be offered at the Grand Marais Art Colony by instructor Sharon Frykman on June 26 and 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and June 28 from 9 a.m. until noon. There is a tuition of $18, and a supply fee of $60. Participants will design and create two colorful... READ MORE >
The Master Gardeners of Cook County will hold their annual Perennial Sale on Saturday, June 20, at the Cook County Farm and Craft Market located in the Senior Center parking lot in Grand Marais. The sale begins at 9:00 a.m. and lasts until everything is sold. Proceeds will be used to fund the Horticulture Library located at Cook County Extension... READ MORE >
The next exhibit at the Johnson Heritage Post in Grand Marais will be an exhibition by the Northwoods Fiber Guild entitled Through Our Hands III. The exhibit will display the best creations of the talented Fiber Guild artisans. Items on exhibit will include knitting, weaving, beadwork, quilts, paper, jewelry, clothing, rugs, baskets, wood carvings and more. Theshow opens with an... READ MORE >
Ron Chisom, co-founder of the People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond (PISAB) will be making a presentation in Grand Marais on June 19. PISAB is the presenting organization of the Undoing Racism workshops that have been given around the U.S. including a number here in Cook County. Chisom will be addressing the history of the Institute, the ongoing anti-racist work... READ MORE >
