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The Northland Beckons: Writing in Haiku
The Grand Marais Public Library presents a writing workshop with author Sandra Hisakuni titled: The Northland Beckons: Writing in Haiku. The workshop will take place on Wednesday, October 21, from 6 to 7 pm.
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.
Storytime at the Grand Marais Library
Storytime at the Grand Marais Public Library takes place on select Thursdays throughout the fall at 10:30 AM. The program is specifically geared toward preschool-aged children.
More information at grandmaraislibrary.org.
Connecting for a Cause North Shore
“Connecting for a Cause North Shore” will be held on Thursday, October 22 from 11 am to 5 pm at The Clair Nelson Center in Finland. The event is a way to meet representatives from local non-profit organizations on the North Shore and learn about how to support their mission and programming through board service, volunteerism, donations and/or fundraising.
Grand Marais Farmers Market
The Grand Marais Farmers Market is held on Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 pm at the Cook County Community Center Parking Lot through October 29.
Drop In Modern Dance Classes
Drop-in Modern Dance Classes take place on Thursdays from 6 to 7:30 pm at the Colvill Town Hall, with a rotating cast of teachers: Steph Vos, Rachel Clark, Margaret Johnson, and Lenna Stever-Sobanja. No dance experience needed.
Time Travel Through Art and Letters
The Cook County Historical Society is hosting “Time Travel Through Art and Letters” on Saturday, October 24 at 2 pm at the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery. The event is a kickoff celebration for the Letters to Our Future project. The project will document community reactions and experiences surrounding major events, preserving local history in real time for future generations.
Cook County Curling Club Open House
Cook County Curling Club hosts an open house on Sunday, October 25 from 1 to 5 pm. More information at cookcountycurlingclub.com.
County Budget Listening Sessions
In September, the County Board set the preliminary levy at 11.98%. County Commissioners want to hear from constituents before setting the final levy and budget in December.
Cook County Commissioners will be hosting Community Listening Sessions for residents to share perspectives, ask questions, engage in dialogue, and learn how the budget supports local services and initiatives. The final listening session will be held on Monday, October 26 at 5:30 pm at the Cook County Community Center.