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Library News and Events

Pop up book sale to benefit local libraries

Organized by Library Friends of Cook County
Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 10 AM - 2 PM

Find it at The Hub / Senior Center: 10 Broadway in downtown Grand Marais



Library Friends of Cook County is happy to announce a “Pop Up” Used Book Sale. All proceeds from the sale will go to benefit area libraries and reading programs. Featured items for sale are novels, non-fiction, nature & environmental titles, children’s books and local lore. There will also be handmade book marks and cards for sale, created by staff and volunteers at the Hub. 



Read the press release to learn more or donate items for the sale.
 

early childhood family education survey

ECFE asks parents with children ages 0 - 3 to take this survey

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) is a program designed for parents and their children ages birth to kindergarten enrollment, expectant parents, and for families up to third grade. It helps parents/caregivers create a positive setting for child development and growth, and enrich their parenting skills. The overall goal is to strengthen families. Krista Olson can help get you connected with this fantastic resource.

ECFE is asking families with children ages 0 to 3 years old to participate in this 4-question survey so they can better serve your needs.
  • Cook County Public School District
  • Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)
  • 101 W 5th St, Grand Marais, MN, 55604-1337
  • (218) 387-2271


North Shore Readers and Writers "Non-Fest"

Festival dates: November 4-11
Registration: Open now!



The North Shore Readers and Writers Festival is a biennial event that locates, celebrates, and fosters the literary arts and engagement with the written word.

In 2021, the Festival will become a Fantastic NonFest! Meaning, the Art Colony is not planning programming for large, in-person gatherings just yet but has crafted two educational tracks for writers of all levels to learn from seasoned, published Minnesota authors. The classes will be 2 - 4 days in length each and are anticipated to be hosted in person.

Grand Marais Public Library will have books by each of the authors on display and available for check out. Drury Lane Bookstore will have authors' books available for sale.

 

Creative Bug: A NEW ONLINE RESOURCE

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.


We're hiring: library clerk

Open until filled

Details are posted on the City Hall website. Please print and complete the full application: Application, Veterans Preference and Tennessen Warning. If you choose to provide a cover letter, please address it to Ms. St. John (library director). Return your materials to City Hall by email, in person, or by mail to City Hall, PO Box 600, Grand Marais, MN. 

Library is open

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday : 10 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday 10 AM - 8 PM
Saturday 10 AM - 2 PM

Face Coverings Requested.

Contactless services are available by request. Please call for more information.

Stay home if you or anyone in your household is ill. 


 

state parks passes at your library

June 14 2021 through June 30, 2022


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. Starting June 14, we will begin accepting reservations for the passes and will book them through August 31, 2021. Additional months will open as the current one ends.

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:



 

 

 strategic plan, mission, tagline




Our mission is:
The Grand Marais Public Library increases knowledge, inspires creativity, removes barriers, and builds community across Cook County.

Our tagline is:
EXPLORE.  LEARN.  CREATE.  CONNECT.

Our priority goals are:

  1. The community will increase understanding and appreciation of the full range of human diversity.

  2. The community will have increased knowledge and utilization of library resources and programs throughout the county.

  3. People will enjoy a comfortable environment that gives them a sense of community belonging.

  4. Young children will develop a love of reading and improve their literacy.

We invite you to review the 2018-2022 Strategic Plan for more information.