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Cohasset Farmers Market begins May 30
The City of Cohasset will host a Farmer’s Market again this summer. The market will be held every other Thursday from 2-6pm downtown along Highway 2 in the vacant lot near the stoplight. There will be a variety of products for sale from local vendors, including fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh cut flowers, fresh baked goods, local favorites like honey, wild rice and maple syrup, along with homemade beauty items, home décor items, and many unique, handmade products. The market also expects to host one...
“Get Weird” at adult prom- by True North Salon
On Friday, May 24, at 7 p.m., True North Salon is celebrating its 10th year reunion and Barley Bill’s birthday by hosting an adult prom at Rapids Brewing. Ashley Brubaker, owner of True North Salon, said that the girls at the salon were talking and thinking about what to do for their 10th year of business anniversary. They knew they wanted to create a fun event that the public could partake in. Brubaker said, “We’ve been in business for ten years and we want to...
In Talmoon, T&T Dog Lodge focuses on each individual dog
Up in the northwoods, two women had heard over the years of a shortage of places to bring their beloved pets without making a committed drive. They heard how great it would be if there would be one. After talking about it and putting it on a shelf, a year later in August 2024, Tara and Tanya, the t-team, opened up T&T Dog Lodge. In an existing building that was used as a shop, the women set their plans in motion to create their dog...
Northern Artist Association monthly meeting
The Northern Artist Association monthly business meeting will be held Monday, May 20th, 10 a.m, at the Eagles Club. For more information, please call Grace at 218-556-1042. The public is also welcome to attend and invite a friend! New members are welcome to join! Check out our website at: www.northernartistassociation.com
Artist Nelia Harper receives grant to create outdoor artist meetups
Local artist, Nelia Harper announces the receipt of a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council to create ‘plein air’ paint-outs in and around Grand Rapids for area artists to gather and paint their versions of our local landscape. Pronounced “plain air” or “plen air”, it’s French for “in the open.” Artists throughout history have gone outdoors to paint to better understand the landscape, this practice continues to grow worldwide, and is now available for local artists. Harper began painting the landscape outdoors over ten...
The public is invited to a screening of the movie, Israelism at the Ely State Theatre
Presented by Northern Progressives and the Ely Palestine Solidarity Group as part of an educational series “Understanding Gaza 101,” the movie helps us understand one more piece of the current Gaza war. Ironically, the growing generational divide in the American Jewish Community, as depicted in this movie, may offer hope for a future of peace, security, and equality for both Israel and Palestine. According to Tikkun Olam Productions, the movie: “uniquely explores how Jewish attitudes towards Israel are changing dramatically, with massive consequences for the...
Free Range Food Co-op announces location
On Friday, May 3, Free Range Food Co-op held a celebration to announce their official location. FRFC will be towards the corner of Fourth Street NW (Highway 2) and First Ave in downtown Grand Rapids. The event was very well attended. Board Chair, Brandon Otway, commented, “I wouldn’t venture to guess, but a couple hundred passed through and we had a lot in attendance when we announced the location.” ...
Explore the Poetry of Art and the Art of Poetry at Itasca Unitarian Fellowship
This Sunday, May 12, at Itasca Unitarian Fellowship, Linda Flanagan will present on the poetry of art and the art of poetry. All are welcome to join us for a playful and interactive discussion about the poetry and art and ways to engage in both. April was National Poetry Month, so let’s keep the celebration going! Service is 10am-noon with the program starting at 11 a.m. Candy Miller is host. All are welcome. As a member of the UUA, the Itasca Unitarian Fellowship supports and...
Create memories in the Thousand Grand Lakes of Minnesota campaign and contest launches on the MN fishing opener weekend
Itasca County, Minnesota —The staff of Community Economic Development Associates has been facilitating collaborative meetings between the Grand Rapids Area Chamber, Deer River Chamber and Visit Grand Rapids for approximately a year now. The first outcomes of these meetings were shared information and better lines of communication. Through the significant downturn in this past winter’s tourism came a proposal for a shared destination marketing campaign where all partners would help coordinate and fund. The brand, Thousand Grand Lakes of Minnesota was created with a classic...
Best Walleye Lakes in Central Minnesota
The Minnesota walleye fishing opener is Saturday May 11. Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News joined me on WJON. He says the anticipation is high and he expects a busy opener. Schmitt believes people are itching to get out with the shortened ice fishing season we just had and the recent wet and windy spring for crappie fishing. He says license sales through Monday are up 7% compared to last year at this time in the state. The warmer than normal weather forecasted for this weekend is another incentive to get people out.
Pop-up book sale at area public library
It’s Spring Book Sale Time. May has arrived, the grass is green, the daffodils are appearing, and it’s time get ready for some relaxing reading. Friends of the Grand Rapids Area Public Library are ready to help and are holding a pop-up book sale on Monday, May 13th in the community room of the library. Hours for the sale run from 10 - 6 p.m. The sale will include Young Adult and Children's books as well as puzzles and games. Mystery and suspense as well...
🚧 Wildlife Alert: Notice for Drivers South of Cohasset, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when traveling between County Road 165 and CR 63, about 4 miles south of Cohasset, due to reports of animals on the roadway. Motorists should remain alert for the presence of wildlife and reduce speed as necessary to ensure safety. The area affected includes stretches of roads frequented by wildlife. Local transportation authorities will be monitoring the situation to provide updates as necessary.
Grand Rapids Players announces registration open for 19th annual summer theatre kids camp
Summer will come. Right? And with summer comes camp. And what could be more fun than to camp out with Grand Rapids Players for three weeks in June to immerse oneself in the magical world of theatre. Registration is officially open! This popular summer theatre camp program returns for its 19th year. With 26 productions under their belt, this summer’s program promises to be equally as good and fun as the past. ...
The Grand Rapids Area Male Chorus annual concert
The Grand Rapids Area Male Chorus will present their annual Spring Home Concert on Sunday, May 5 in the Wilcox Theater at the Reif Performing Arts Center. The Thunderhawk Singers, Grand Rapids High School Tenor/Bass choir, under the direction of Adam Giebner, will sing several selections at the concert and combine with the GRAMC for the closing number .The concert begins at 2:30 p.m. The GRAMC is directed by Linda Benge and accompanied by Bonnie Kangas. The choir will also be accompanied by violinist Mary LaPlant and percussionist Mike Miller. ...
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