Events

Hide Week at North House Folk School

North House Folk School hosts Hide Week from Tuesday, May 12, to Monday, May 18.  Featuring different tanning and sewing methods through coursework, evening programs, and Hide Week Gathering Day on Friday. More information and the coursework schedule at northhouse.org.

Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners

The Cook County Board of Commissioners meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioners Room.

"Rural Women Lead the Way" at Cook County History Museum: Exhibit Opening Reception

The Cook County Historical Society presents “Rural Women Lead the Way,” a special temporary exhibit celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Violence Prevention Center. The exhibit will open on Wednesday, May 13, with a reception from 5 to 7 pm that day. The exhibit will be on display through the end of 2026.

More information at cookcountyhistory.org.

StormWise Minnesota-Grand Marais

The University of Minnesota Extension’s Climate Adaptation Partnership, in partnership with Cook County Public Health, is hosting a StormWise Minnesota event on Wednesday, May 13, from 5 to 6:30 pm at Cook County Higher Education.  Participants will explore risks to the Cook County region, such as wildfires and floods, walk through a realistic scenario, and build a personalized emergency plan for their family and property.

More information and registration available on the University of Minnesota Extension website.

Cook County West End Alanon

The West End Alanon family Group meets each Wednesday at 7 pm at the Lutsen Town Hall.  Alanon is a group that supports friends and family members of alcoholics.  The group welcomes anyone who has been affected by a friend or family member who has a problem with alcohol.

Northern Lotus Meditation

Northern Lotus Meditation takes place on Wednesdays from 7 to 8 pm, with instruction in meditation and room manners at 6:45 pm, at Two Birds Healing Arts Center in Grand Marais.

Minnesota Paid Leave for Small Business Owners Workshop

The Cook County EDA and Northland Small Business Development Center are offering a workshop covering Minnesota Paid Leave for small business owners. The event is Thursday, May 14 from 10 to 11 AM at Cook County Higher Ed. Registration and more information is available online at northlandsbdc.org.

Growing Up on the Gunflint Trail Book Launch

A book signing and launch reception for Keith Morris’ new book, “Growing Up on the Gunflint Trail,” will be held on Thursday, May 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Johnson Heritage Post.

Tofte Township meeting

The Tofte Township Board of Supervisors meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Tofte Town Hall at 7 pm. More information at toftemn.com.

GES (Great Expectations School) Annual Plant Sale and Pancake Breakfast

All are invited to the Annual Great Expectations School Plant Sale and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 16, from 8 am to 1 pm.