Play Ball Some of Jerry’s favorite summer memories include playing baseball in Milwaukee with a great league. Jerry played catcher. Some of his team mates were good enough to get into the big leagues. His friend Tony Kubek played short stop for the New York Yankees. Kubek was 21 years old in 1957 when he won the American League Rookie of the Year Award.
Due to an outpouring of community support, what started out as a quest for funding for a new scoreboard for the gym at the Cook County Community YMCA has happily turned into a much more comprehensive gym renovation project. Of course, the new scoreboard is the centerpiece of the project. But because of the generous contributions of many individuals and local businesses, grants from non-profits, and financial support and in-kind contributions of volunteers and public entities, much more will have been accomplished, including:
The North Shore Music Association is proud to present the internationally acclaimed Ancia Saxophone Quartet in concert at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts, Grand Marais, on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 at 7 p.m..
Join award-winning novelist Brian Malloy for a handson creative writing workshop at the Grand Marais Public Library. This engaging session will focus on Point of View—a key element of storytelling. Open to writers at all levels, the workshop is designed for anyone looking to refine their craft, whether you’re just starting out, honing a manuscript, or preparing for publication. Grab a notebook and pencil and head to the library on Wednesday, September 10, from 6–8 PM.
The Cook County Chamber of Commerce held an ice cream social last Wednesday at the Visit Cook County/Chamber headquarters in downtown Grand Marais.