Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery and Outdoor Painters of Minnesota host the Competition Exhibit Opening & Awards Reception celebrating the Plein Air Grand Marais 2026. A public reception will be held Friday, September 18 from 5 to 7 pm.
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Upcoming Events
Cook County Highway Department Public Engagement Event for Public Input on its Comprehensive Safety Action Plan
The Cook County Highway Department is inviting community members to participate in a public engagement event focused on updating its Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The event will be held Tuesday, September 15, from 4 to 6 pm at the Cook County Highway Department’s new blue garage.
Representatives from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will be on-site to share information, provide a brief presentation, and host interactive booths.
More information from the Cook County Highway Department at 218-387-3014.
Savor the Summer - Food Preservation Workshops
The Northwoods Food Project’s Savor the Summer series: food preservation workshops with the Food Equipment Library continues on Tuesday, September 15 at the Cook County Community Center from 6-8 pm. The topic for this Tuesday is Introduction to High Acid Canning.
More information at northwoodsfoodproject.org.
Lutsen Township meeting
The Lutsen Township board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Lutsen Town Hall at 7 pm. More information at lutsentownship.com.
WPI International Journalist Forum - The Story Behind the Story: Global Journalism Today
Cook County Higher Education is hosting WPI International Journalist Forum – The Story Behind the Story: Global Journalism Today on Tuesday, September 15, from 7-8:30 pm at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts.
More information at myCCHE.org/events.
WPI International Journalists Community Potluck - Casual Community Conversation
Cook County Higher Education is hosting the WPI International Journalists Community Potluck – Casual Community Conversation on September 16 from 6:30-7:30 pm at Bethlehem Lutheran Church- Upstairs. RSVP is not required.
More information at myCCHE.org/events.
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.
Memory Café
Care Partners of Cook County’s Memory Café meets on the third Thursday of each month, from 1-2:30 pm at The Hub. A Memory Café is a casual gathering where people with memory loss and the family or friends who care for them can come together in a safe, supportive, relaxed environment.
More information is available at carepartnersofcookcounty.org.
2026 Plein Air Grand Marais Birney Quick Paint
The annual Birney Quick Paint event, part of the 2026 Plein Air Grand Marais, will be held on Thursday, September 17 from 3:30 to 5 pm at Artist’s Point.
More information about Plein Air Grand Marais at outdoorpaintersofminnesota.org.
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. The market is operated as a partnership between the Northwoods Food Project, the Cook County Community Center, and Cook County U of MN Extension.
Finland Farmers Market
The Finland Farmers Market is held on Thursdays from 5 to 6:30 pm at the Clair Nelson Center pavilions.
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.
Gallery Exhibit: 2026 Plein Air Grand Marais
The Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery and Outdoor Painters of Minnesota will host a gallery exhibit featuring work from artists completed during 2026 Plein Air Grand Marais. A public reception will take place on Friday, September 18 from 5 to 7 pm. The exhibition will remain on view through November 1.
Annual Grand Marais/Cook County Airport Fly-in/Drive-In pancake breakfast
The Arrowhead Eagles Aviation Organization hosts the annual Grand Marais/Cook County Airport Fly-in/Drive-in pancake breakfast on Saturday, September 19, from 8 to 11 am at the Grand Marais Airport.
Community Baby Shower
A Community Baby Shower designed for parents-to-be and families with children up to age three will be held at the Cook County Community Center on Saturday, September 19, from 9 am to noon. Including an early childhood resource fair, snacks, and kids’ activities. More information available from the Community Center at 218-387-3015.
Rooftop yoga
All-levels yoga class on the rooftop at Voyageur Brewing Company each Saturday at 9:30 AM. Registration and more information is available online.
Cook County Market
The Cook County Market is held on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm at The Hub parking lot. The market features local arts, artists, and artisans. More information by searching Cook County Market on Facebook.
Schroeder Area Historical Society Annual Meeting
The Schroeder Area Historical Society Annual Meeting with cultural historian Colleen Sheehy will be held on Saturday, September 19, from 1 to 4 pm at Cross River Heritage Center. Colleen is working on a book regarding the history of Lamb’s Resort in Schroeder. Speakers will also include Geologist Tom Fitz, Naturalist Emily Stone, and Night Sky Photographer, Travis Novitsky.
Karen Kobey – Animal Skull Mysteries
Chik-Wauk Nature Center hosts retired interpretive naturalist Karen Kobey for a presentation on Animal Skull Mysteries on Saturday, September 19, from 2 to 3 pm. More information at gunflinthistory.org.
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