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Library News and Events

Calendar of Events for March


Click here for our March events calendar

Author Talk on Epilepsy from Barbara Mack

Writer from Brainerd Lakes raises epilepsy awareness at the library.

Table with Library Bingo cards and other winter reading program materialsThe library is excited to host an author talk by Barbara J. Mack on her memoir, The Hand I’ve Been Dealt: A Life Lived with Epilepsy, on Wednesday, March 20, from 6:00-7:30 PM.

Mack grew up in a loving home on a hardworking family farm. At twenty years old, her life changed forever after a near tragic car accident. In the aftermath, the doctor diagnosed her with a seizure disorder for which there was little information or support, causing her to lean even more on her tightly knit family. Just as she was beginning to manage her seizures, an unexpected pregnancy upended her life again, introducing new difficulties to her as a single mom. But once again the support of friends and family helped her navigate trying times.

Reviewers have described her memoir as “so encouraging, well-written and engaging—hard to put down!” and “a great fast read that provides insight for people with seizure disorders and their support network.” Through her whimsical stories of family life and heartbreaking years of medical challenges, Mack’s story educates and inspires others to better cope with the hand they’ve been dealt. 

This event is free and open to the public, and seating will begin at 5:30 PM. Mack will have books on hand to buy, and will answer questions in the last portion of her talk.  

 


HELLO, MNLINK USERS,


Starting on April 1st, 2024 we will be lowering our borrowing limit to 5 items at a time per patron. We will also not be asking for renewals at this time.

This is just a temporary change so that Arrowhead Library System can transition over to a new statewide internal computer system that we will now use to keep track of MNLINK items.

Thank you for your understanding.

City hall is closing: here's How to Pay your utility bills

Grand Marais Public Utilities Commission



The City of Grand Marais will be rebuilding City Hall and the Liquor Store. Starting in February, the best way to pay your utilities will be online.

Create an account here.

***3/15/24: FYI***
The company that created an app for this service has discontinued new downloads of their mobile app. Customers who currently have the app can continue to use it but new customers will not be able to download the app. The library offers free public access to computers and the Internet. You're welcome to access the portal online in the library.
 

Library Card BOOK LOG Take & Create Art Kits

Starting March 1 until all kits are claimed

Created by the Mary Mulari, these kits are for all ages. Younger children may need some help.



Create an accordion-style book with vintage library book pockets and cards! Join MN Artist Mary Mulari as she leads you through the discovery of paper art through the use of traditional library materials. Personalize and decorate the pockets with stickers, washi tape, clip art, markers, and your favorite art supplies. Then, keep track of the books you’ve read, birds you’ve seen, favorite quotes, birthdays to remember, etc. on the lined cards that slip into the book pockets! This project combines bookmaking and paper art to create a special book that’s fun to display, use and adapt for gift giving.

A follow-along instructional video is here for participants. Each art kit will include simple instructions and all needed materials.
 
 

adult winter reading Extended Until the End of March!

Keep reading for bingos and prize drawings.

There’s stilTable with Library Bingo cards and other winter reading program materialsl time for adults to earn bingos and enter to win sweet prizes through March!
 
Kids’ bingo prize drawings will be held March 1. Then we’ll draw one adult prize on each of the five Fridays through March 29th.
 
Click here to request an adult book bundle.

Click here to request a children's book bundle.
 

Tax Forms are here at the Library


For extra help with taxes, many citizens of Cook County qualify for free assistance from Cook County VITA/TCE volunteers. Click here for more information.

Self-service faxing, printing, photocopying, scanning


Grand Marais Public Library provides the public self-service access to a photocopier, printer, and scanner for small scale jobs.
  • Send a fax for 50¢ per page w/ a maximum charge of $5.
  • Scanning to your own flashdrive: FREE
  • Black and white copies: 20¢ per side
  • Color copies: 80¢ per side
When printing more than 100 sheets, or many professional-quality posters, please use an online service or professional printer. Paper Hog, ProPrint, Arrowhead Printing are a few that other community members have recommended. 

Library Board of Trustees' meeting


The Grand Marais Public Library Board of Trustees convenes at 5:00 PM on the following dates. We are meeting in person at the library. The meetings are open to the public. Join us!
  • Thursday, January 25
  • Thursday, February 22
  • Thursday, March 28
  • Thursday, April 25
  • Thursday, May 23
  • Thursday, June 27
  • Thursday, July 25
  • Thursday, August 22
  • Thursday, Sept 26
  • Thursday, October 24
  • **Thursday, November 21
  • **Thursday, December 19
The Library is located at 104 2nd Avenue West, Grand Marais, MN 55604. Meetings are streamed live and archived on the City's YouTube channel.
 

creative bug resources


Do you have an ALS library card and Internet acess? Great! You now have unlimited access to more than 1,000 award-winning arts and crafts video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. 

There are creative projects for every occasion with downloadable patterns, templates, and recipes.  The easy-to-navigate website features classes on topics in art and design, sewing, paperwork, holidays and parties, knitting and crochet, quilting, jewelry, and more! Browse by skill difficulty levels, quick or multi-part classes, specialty techniques, or those video tutorials best suited for children.


state parks passes at your library



Through a partnership with the DNR, the library will be circulating two free 7-day vehicle parking passes to visit Minnesota's state parks. A library card is not required for participation.  

The purpose of this program is to make state parks even more accessible to the public by eliminating the entrance fee. Passes are funded by the DNR’s Parks and Trails Legacy Amendment dollars. Folks who try the program will be encouraged to complete a survey. The data are needed to support the program’s continuation. For more information about Minnesota’s parks, visit mndnr.gov.


WOWBRARY email service

A welcoming way to see the newest additions to our collection



WOWbrary is a weekly email showcasing Grand Marais Public Library's newest books, audiobooks, movies, and magazines.

With WOWbrary, you can browse our latest arrivals from home or wherever you have Internet access. You'll learn about bestsellers, cookbooks, mysteries, science books, travel guides, histories, children's titles, health books, science fiction, and more. Read a summary of each title and screen consumer reviews. With links to our catalog, it's easy to place holds on the titles that capture your imagination.


 

For free weekly emails of our latest books, movies, and music, enter your email address:  
 


mail-a-book program for county residents

Listen to this short WTIP audio clip

County folks, we know it can be difficult to return books to Grand Marais Public Library on time. Did you know you can borrow paperback books and other materials from the Arrowhead Library System via u.s. mail free of charge?

The items come to your mailbox; you return them through your mailbox. The same is true for city residents in assisted living. ALS Executive Director Jim Weikum joins Tracy Benson on WTIP to explain: