January 2020 Event Newsletter--Visit Cook County, MN

Events

January 2020

Calendar of Events FUN

TUESDAY 12/31

THURSDAY 1/2

LIVE MUSIC Après Ski Acoustic

LIVE MUSIC Jon Kallberg

Briand Morrison

Date Night at the Winery: Gordon Thorne & Friends

Après Ski Acoustic

FRIDAY 1/3 - SUNDAY 1/26

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 3:15 - 5:45 pm Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm

FEBRUARY 1

SATURDAY EVENING AT SUMMIT CHALET 5:30 - 8:30 pm

MAGIC BY CHAZ KIDS MUSIC WITH

Teddy Bear Band

ART PROJECTS FACE PAINTING PIZZA PARTY FIREWORKS

Dinner, Gondola Ride, Entertainment $30 Adult/$15 Child (age 6-12)* *SAVE $5 with daily lift ticket or season pass lutsen.com 218•406•1320

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 6:45 - 9:15 pm

Log Cabin Concerts with Michael Monroe

Michael Monroe Log Cabin Grand Marais, 8 - 12 am Reservations at 612-789-2255

New Year’s Eve with Cook County’s Most Wanted!

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8:30 pm - 12:30 am

Boogie Wonderland

Papa Charlie’s at Lutsen Mountains 9:30PM :: $16 :: 18+

Wood Working Exhibit by Marybeth Garmoe

Johnson Heritage Post, Grand Marais Hours vary, open Thursday - Sunday

FRIDAY 1/3 LIVE MUSIC Après Ski Acoustic

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 3:15 - 5:45 pm

Rob & Jill

Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm

Après Ski Acoustic

New Year’s Eve Party with 4 Shore

Odd Man Out

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 9:30 pm - 12:30 am

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8:30 - 11 pm

New Year’s Eve Party With DJ Beavstar!

EVENTS Opening Reception: Wood Working Exhibit by Marybeth Garmoe

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 7:30 -10:00 pm

EVENTS New Year’s Eve Celebration

Johnson Heritage Post Grand Marais, 5 - 7 pm

New Year’s Eve Fireworks

LIVE MUSIC Plucked Up String Band

Gunflint Lodge Gunflint Trail, 5:30 - 11 pm Lutsen Mountains, 8 - 8:15 pm More info on page back page

WEDNESDAY 1/1 LIVE MUSIC Jam Session

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

EVENTS New Year’s Brunch DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND OF CONCERT VENUES

North Shore Winery, Lutsen, 6 - 8 pm

New Year’s Eve Dance Grand Portage Lodge & Casino 9 pm - 12 am

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 10:00 pm - 1 am, $6, 21 +

YAM HAUS Saturday, January 4

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

Gunflint Lodge Gunflint Trail, 9 am - 2 pm

Wine & Trivia Wednesdays

SATURDAY 1/4 Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm

Joe Paulik and Friends

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 10 pm

Yam Haus

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 9:30 pm, $16, 21+ More info at left

Odd Man Out

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8:30 - 11:30 pm (calendar continues inside…)

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

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SATURDAY 1/4 continued EVENTS Texas Hold ‘Em

Grandma Ray’s, Grand Marais, 6:15 pm

SUNDAY 1/5 LIVE MUSIC Briand Morrison

Moguls Grille & Tap Room Lutsen, 10 am - 12 pm

Open Stage with Joe Paulik & Pat Flack

Saints of Circumstance

Grand Marais Art Colony 9 am - 12 pm

FRIDAY 1/10 - SUNDAY 1/12

Opening Reception: Along Shifting Surfaces

By David Andree

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8:30 - 11:30 pm

Gunflint Mail Run Sled Dog Race

Trail Center Lodge, Gunflint Trail More info on page 3

SATURDAY 1/11 LIVE MUSIC Après Ski Acoustic

Wunderbar, Grand Marais, 6 - 9 pm

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 3:15 - 5:45 pm

MONDAY 1/6

Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm

LIVE MUSIC LaFond & Grillo

Voyageur Brewing Co. Grand Marais, 5 - 8 pm

Songwriter Series: Sarah Morris Trio Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 8 - 9:30 pm More info on page 4

EVENTS Beer Bingo

Grandma Ray’s, Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

TUESDAY 1/7 LIVE MUSIC Gordon Thorne

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

Open Mic Night

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 8 – 11:00 pm

EVENTS Trivia Night

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

WEDNESDAY 1/8

EVENTS Open Studio Series: Max Linehan (Part 1)

Briand Morrison

Cantus: One Giant Leap

Arrowhead Center for the Arts Grand Marais, 7 pm More info on page 7

Brothers in Arms

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 8 - 11 pm

Ski Party Music & Ski Festival featuring Cactus Blossoms, Charlie Parr, Humbird

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 9:00 pm, $26, 21+ More info on page 4

Saints of Circumstance

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8:30 - 11:30 pm

EVENTS WTIP 90.7 FM Live Broadcast From the Gunflint Mail Run WTIP.org 90.7 FM Grand Marais 90.1 FM Grand Portage 89.1 FM Gunflint Trail More info on page 3

LIVE MUSIC Jam Session

Norpine Fat Bike Classic

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

Cascade Lodge & Norpine Trail System Lutsen, 8:30 am - 5 pm More info on page 3

EVENTS Wine & Trivia Wednesdays

Texas Hold ‘Em

Grand Marais Art Colony, 5 - 7 pm

SUNDAY 1/19 LIVE MUSIC Briand Morrison

Moguls Grille & Tap Room Lutsen, 10 am - 12 pm

Open Stage with Joe Paulik & Pat Flack Wunderbar, Grand Marais, 6 - 9 pm

Jim McGowan

Trivia Night

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 7 - 10 pm

WEDNESDAY 1/15

LIVE MUSIC Billy Johnson

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

LIVE MUSIC Jam Session

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

Kevin Buck

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

EVENTS Community Conversation: Hanging and Displaying Your Artwork Grand Marais Art Colony, 12 - 2 pm

Wine & Trivia Wednesdays Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

THURSDAY 1/16 LIVE MUSIC Date Night at the Winery: Eric Frost North Shore Winery Lutsen, 6 - 8 pm

FRIDAY 1/17

MONDAY 1/20 Voyageur Brewing Co. Grand Marais, 5 - 8 pm

Songwriter Series: Jeremy Messersmith

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 8 - 9:30 pm More info on page 4

EVENTS Beer Bingo

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

TUESDAY 1/21 LIVE MUSIC Pete Kavanaugh

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

EVENTS Open Studio Series: Max Linehan (Part 2)

LIVE MUSIC Pushing Chain

Grand Marais Art Colony 8 am - 5 pm

Colleen Myhre

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8 - 11 pm

Billy Johnson

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 9:30 pm, 21+

SATURDAY 1/18 LIVE MUSIC Après Ski Acoustic

Trivia Night

WEDNESDAY 1/22 LIVE MUSIC Jam Session

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

EVENTS Wine & Trivia Wednesdays

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 3:15 - 5:45 pm

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 6:15 pm

Jim McGowan

THURSDAY 1/9

LIVE MUSIC Briand Morrison

SUNDAY 1/12

Gordon Thorne

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

LIVE MUSIC Briand Morrison

Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm

Après Ski Acoustic

Date Night at the Winery: Gordon Thorne & Friends

Moguls Grille & Tap Room Lutsen, 10 am - 12 pm

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 6:45 - 9:15 pm

North Shore Winery Lutsen, 6 - 8 pm

Open Stage with Joe Paulik & Pat Flack

Colleen Myhre

FRIDAY 1/24

LIVE MUSIC Jim and Michele Miller

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

Date Night at the Winery: Gordon Thorne & Friends

North Shore Winery, Lutsen, 6 - 8 pm

Dance Party with DJ Beavstar

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 9 pm – 11 pm, 21+

FRIDAY 1/10 LIVE MUSIC Ski Party Music & Ski Festival featuring Dead Man Winter, Black Eyed Snakes,Portal III Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 9:00 pm, $26, 21+ More info on page 4

Portage Band

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 6 - 8 pm

Wunderbar, Grand Marais, 6 - 9 pm

MONDAY 1/13 LIVE MUSIC Songwriter Series: Dave Simonett Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 8 - 9:30 pm More info on page 4

EVENTS Beer Bingo

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

TUESDAY 1/14 LIVE MUSIC Eric Frost

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

Cascade Lodge, Lutsen, 6 - 8 pm

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8 - 11 pm

Bughouse!

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 8 pm - 12 am

Dance Party with DJ Beavstar

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 10 pm – 12:30 am, 21+

EVENTS Apres l’ Adventure at the Winery North Shore Winery Lutsen, 3 - 6 pm

Texas Hold ‘Em

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 6:15 pm

THURSDAY 1/23

LIVE MUSIC Portage Band

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 6 - 8 pm

Live Music--TBA

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8 - 11 pm

Timmy Haus

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 9:30 pm, 21+

SATURDAY 1/25 LIVE MUSIC Après Ski Acoustic

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 3:15 - 5:45 pm

Gunflint Mail Run Sled Dog Race

JANUARY 11 | RACES START AT 10 AM

JANUARY 10 - 12 | TRAIL CENTER, GUNFLINT TRAIL

The epic Norpine Fat Bike Classic returns for the 4th year in a row with a new course and a new racing host venue! Challenge both your endurance and the weather in either the long or short course that this racing event offers. The course will run on the Norpine cross country ski trails. Be a part of the bold few that can say they’ve experienced what this race has to offer.

This event is in cooperation with and under a Special Use Permit from the U.S. Forest Service, and produced by Visit Cook County operating partner Superior Cycling Association

The Gunflint Mail Run Sled Dog Race is a continuous race consisting of two legs of equal distance, separated by a mandatory layover. There are two classes in the race: a 12-dog, 100-mile race and an 8-dog, 65-mile race. Races start and finish at Trail Center. To see the dogs on the trail, head for the north end of the trail to the Old Blankenberg Pit, where the 12-dog teams turn around. Viewing is also available at Big Bear Lodge and Rockwood Lodge. Big Bear Lodge is open from 8 am - 5:30 pm; Rockwood Lodge is open from 8 am - 5:00 pm. Mushers, volunteers and spectators always welcome!

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Limited to 200 racers. $50 Race Entry. Register now!

WELCOME TO

SNOWMOBILE HEAVEN RIDE OUR TRAILS FOR FREE For the outdoor adventurer, our trails offer fun, excitement and incredible feasts for the eyes. Experience over 100 miles of exclusive well-groomed touring snowmobile trails.

Discover the perfect winter getaway. Grand Portage Lodge & Casino, less than one hour south of Thunder Bay and 35 minutes from Grand Marais.

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Monday

Songwriter Series Free | 8:00 PM

For our songwriter series, Papa Charlie’s transforms into a listening room showcasing the Midwest’s top songwriters in a theater-like setting. The intimate room and great sound gives the audience an opportunity to immerse into the stories and craft of the song.

SATURDAY 1/25 continued Jim and Michele Miller

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

Après Ski Acoustic

WEDNESDAY 1/29

Live Music --TBA

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 6:45 - 9:15 pm Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 8 - 11 pm

Mysterious Ways

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 8 - 11 pm

Dance Party with DJ Beavstar

MONDAY JANUARY 6

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 10 pm – 12:30 am, 21+

SARAH MORRIS TRIO Singer-songwriter Sarah Morris has earned a reputation for engaging performances, with a voice both clear and lush. Sarah hails from Minneapolis, Minnesota, where from a young age, she immersed herself in her parent’s eclectic record collection before finally falling in love with the storytelling and songcraft in country music.

MONDAY JANUARY 13

DAVE SIMONETT As the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the acoustic band Trampled by Turtles and electric band Dead Man Winter, Dave Simonett has toured coast to coast to sold out shows in the nation’s premier venues. Don't miss this opportunity to share an intimate, acoustic show with Simonett, performing songs from his solo work as well as material from TBT and Dead Man Winter.

EVENTS Snowmobile Drag Races

Skyport Lodge at Devil Track Lake The Gunflint Trail More info on back page

Mini-Class at the Art Colony: Kraft-Tex for Bookbinding

DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND OF CONCERT VENUES Please Note: In an effort to create the listening room environment, we ask all guests in the main room to limit conversation during the performance. Guests looking for casual dining and conversation may be seated in the adjoining Mountain View Grill.

8:00 PM | FREE | ALL AGES • 467 Ski Hill Road Lutsen, MN 55612 • 218.406.1320 • lutsen.com

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

Date Night at the Winery: Eric Frost North Shore Winery Lutsen, 6 - 8 pm

EVENTS Winter Reading Groups

FRIDAY 1/31

LIVE MUSIC Briand Morrison

21st Century Folk Poet. Singer. Player. Just listen. First he captures your attention. You want to make comparisons with the giants whose shoulders he stood on. He captures your imagination. Luke is the hitch-hiker who picks you up. He’s going take you all around the world. Pay attention. He’s going to show you everything that’s in it.

And it’s right Below Your Knows.

LIVE MUSIC Joshua Schmidt

Texas Hold ‘Em

SUNDAY 1/26

LUKE CALLEN

THURSDAY 1/30

Winter Reading Groups

Wunderbar Grand Marais, 5:30 - 9 pm, $50

Duluth - Grand Portage Spectator information and more at visitcookcounty.com/beargrease

MONDAY JANUARY 27

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

2020 Robert Burns Dinner

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

An indie pop singer-songwriter and one of Minnesota’s most recognized and celebrated artists, praised by The New York Times, NPR, USA Today, Paste Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Spin, and Rolling Stone among many others. A thoughtful, clever lyricist with a tender voice, the Minneapolis-based troubadour crafts songs that are catchy and relatable, and span the emotional gamut from poignancy to whimsy.

EVENTS Wine & Trivia Wednesdays

Grand Marais Art Colony, 1 - 4 pm

SUNDAY 1/26 - TUESDAY 1/28

JEREMY MESSERSMITH

LIVE MUSIC Jam Session

Through the Art Colony Grand Marais Art Colony 10 am - 12 pm

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 6:15 pm

MONDAY JANUARY 20

Trivia Night

Moguls Grille & Tap Room Lutsen, 10 am - 12 pm

Through the Art Colony Grand Marais Art Colony, 6 - 8 pm

LIVE MUSIC Plucked Up String Band

Lutsen Resort, 7 - 10 pm

Quattro

Gun Flint Tavern Grand Marais, 7:30 - 10:30 pm

Joshua Schmidt

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 9:30 pm, 21+

EVENTS Mini-Class at the Art Colony: Laced-Together Accordion Books

Open Stage with Joe Paulik & Pat Flack

Grand Marais Art Colony 9 am - 12 pm

MONDAY 1/27

Winter Plein Air: Opening Reception

Wunderbar, Grand Marais, 6 - 9 pm

LIVE MUSIC Matthew Griswold

Voyageur Brewing Co. Grand Marais, 5 - 8 pm

Songwriter Series: Luke Callen

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 8 - 9:30pm More info at left

EVENTS Beer Bingo

Grandma Ray’s Grand Marais, 7 - 9 pm

TUESDAY 1/28 LIVE MUSIC Joe Paulik

Lutsen Resort, 6 - 8 pm

EVENTS Open Studio Series: Sandi Pillsbury Gredzens

Grand Marais Art Colony 9 am - 12 pm

Johnson Heritage Post Grand Marais, 5 - 7 pm

SATURDAY 2/1 LIVE MUSIC Après Ski Acoustic

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 3:15 - 5:45 pm

Teddy Bear Band Lutsen Family Festival

Summit Chalet Lutsen Mountains, 7 – 7:45 pm See cover for details

Après Ski Acoustic

Papa Charlie’s Lutsen Mountains, 6:45 - 9:15 pm

Dance Party with DJ Beavstar

Papa Charlie’s, Lutsen Mountains 10 pm – 12:30 am, 21+

EVENTS Lutsen Family Fun Night

Summit Chalet Lutsen Mountains, 5:30 – 8:15 pm See cover for details

See Musician Profiles in this issue for more info on the artists.

Schedule is subject to change; see current calendar at visitcookcounty.com

Winter Trail Conditions

Visit Cook County offers winter snow conditions for cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fat-tire biking and alpine skiing and snowboarding in Cook County, MN. Our information center team updates the winter trail conditions report weekly throughout the winter season for each of the following: E E E E E E

Lutsen Mountains Trail Conditions Gunflint Trail Cross Country Ski Conditions Lutsen & Tofte Cross Country Trail Conditions Grand Marais Cross Country Trail Conditions County-Wide Snowmobile Trail Conditions Winter Biking Trail Conditions

Get additional information on snow conditions or trail maps at the website shown below.

Cross country skiers need to purchase a Great Minnesota Ski Pass before heading out on the trails. Buy online or anywhere you’d get a hunting or fishing license. More info on ski passes at mnnordicski.org.

Cloud Cult Saturday, February 8 Papa Charlie’s at Lutsen Mountains 9pm :: 21+ :: Sold Out

DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND OF CONCERT VENUES

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Musician Profiles 4 SHORE | December 31 We’re not here to teach anybody what “good” music is or what they should listen to — our job is to facilitate the party! Modern dance-friendly rock is our specialty, delivered with an attitude!

BILLY JOHNSON | January 20 While moonlighting with George Scott McKelvey in the B-Team, former Hillcats singer Billy Johnson confirms a spot on the A-list as one of the Twin Cities’ best feel-good, blue-collar barroom-rousing tunesmiths with his solo album, “It’s a Good Life.”

BLACK EYED SNAKES | January 10

COOK COUNTY’S MOST WANTED | December 31 Alternative country, country rock and classic rock — tunes to keep you out on the dancefloor. The vocals and their eclectic choice of material are highlights: everything from Old Crow Medicine Show to Joe Walsh to Abra Moore to Roy Orbison.

DEAD MAN WINTER | January 10

Dave Simonett sings, plays guitar and writes songs for the acoustic band Trampled by Turtles. Dead Man Winter is his electric rock’n’roll band featuring a cast of talented musicians that are dear friends, also.

An American blues rock band from Duluth. Since the 2001 release of their debut “It’s the Black-eyed Snakes,” the band has toured the U.S. with Charlie Parr, among others. Frontman Alan Sparhawk also performs with Low and Retribution Gospel Choir.

DJ BEAVSTAR | December 31, January 9, 18, 25, February 1 DJ Beavstar likes to party and being a local legend in his own mind, knows how to rock the scene right.

BOOGIE WONDERLAND | December 31

ERIC FROST | January 14, 16, 30

BRIAND MORRISON

GENE LAFOND & AMY GRILLO | January 6 Gene and Amy have been writing and performing together since 2012. Their emphasis is on acoustic style duet performances of their original songs as well as unique renditions of some of their favorite artists from Dylan to dirt old country.

This six piece 70’s Disco Dance band, with multiple lead singers is a Twin Cities based group that has developed an excellent reputation as one of the hottest groups on the scene.

December 31, January 5, 11, 12, 19, 23, 26 Briand’s jazz guitar playing will remind you of the great Wes Montgomery -smooth, warm, innovative — appealing to both jazz aficionados and anyone who loves good guitar.

BROTHERS IN ARMS | January 11

Join this dynamic duo for fun songs from the ‘50s-’90s.

BUGHOUSE! | January 18

The full version of Bughouse! features Rod and Al (from Bug Dope), John Mianowski on bass and a drummer!

CACTUS BLOSSOMS | January 11

Minneapolis-based brothers Page Burkum and Jack Torrey keep tradition is alive and well, with a deceptively unadorned musical approach that offers “creative turns of phrase, gorgeous harmonies, and an ageless sound” (NPR All Things Considered).

CANTUS | January 11

Hailed as “the premier men’s vocal ensemble in the United States” (Fanfare), Cantus is known for its trademark warmth and blend, innovative programming, and riveting performances of music ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century.

CHARLIE PARR | January 11

Charlie Parr is an American country blues musician from Duluth, MN. His influences include Charlie Patton, Bukka White, Reverend Gary Davis, Dave Van Ronk, and Mississippi John Hurt.

Eric brings an appreciation for rock’n’roll’s roots, covering music from the old time, bluegrass and folk traditions to popular tunes of the past and present.

GORDON THORNE | January 2, 7, 9, 18, 23 In Gordon’s words he describes himself as playing: “Early American music from a time when giant Bluesmen roamed the earth.”

HUMBIRD | January 11

After traversing five continents and 20 countries with only a guitar and a backpack, Humbird returns home to sing songs from the edge of the world.

JIM MCGOWAN | January 18, 19

An engaging mix of acoustic folk, rock, roots and blues, Jim’s musical influences include John Prine, Cat Stevens, Johnny Cash, Jim Croce, John Denver, Gordon Lightfoot, James Taylor, Doc Watson, and others. Prepare for a good time!

JIM & MICHELE MILLER | January 9, 25 Engaging audiences with their tight harmonies and approachable style, this duo performs American roots music with passion and warmth, and tradtional folk and bluegrass with a light-hearted ease.

JOE PAULIK | January 4, 5, 12, 19, 26, 28 Joe’s songwriting style and impressive vocal range has been compared to Gordon Lighfoot’s and his lyrics to Neil Young, with a repertoire that encompasses The Beatles to Bob Dylan, including an ever-growing collection of original work.

COLLEEN MYHRE | January 17, 18

With complete control of her voice, Colleen takes listeners on an emotional ride from smooth country heartbreak to foot stomping Americana blues and beyond.

PLEASE NOTE: Schedules are subject to change.

For the most current listings go to VisitCookCounty.com

JON KALLBERG | January 2

Jon plays original instrumental tunes using his family of guitars including the harp guitar. He uses alternate tunings with high energy percussive and tapping styles.

ROB & JILL | January 3 Rob Wheelers’ songs are a result of his experiences in life. Based on true stories, this soul capturing storyteller and accomplished musician writes songs that everyone can relate to.

JOSHUA SCHMIDT | January 30

SAINTS OF CIRCUMSTANCE | January 10, 11

Joshua J Schmidt has earned millions of streams online, toured North America with his indie rock outfit Step Rockets, and opened for acts from Kurt Vile to Blondie.

A Chequamegon-area band that plays modern Americana music.

TEDDY BEAR BAND | Date?

I play in a variety of venues in the Northern region as often as I can, entertaining audiences from young to old, and all in between with a great selection of fun and engaging material.

Guaranteed fun for kids and families with over 9000 shows. A MN Music Hall of Fame inductee with awards from MN Music Academy, Parent Magazine, Proclamation for TEDDY BEAR BAND DAY from the State of Minnesota, and national accolades. With Teddy Bear Band – you’re in the show.

MATTHEW GRISWOLD | January 27

TIMMY HAUS | January 24

KEVIN BUCK | January 15

Matthew Griswold has crafted an arrangement style of his own (“Hypno-tonic Grooves”), which he employs to reinvent classics, adapt traditional standards, and plug original work that stand in tribute to their deep lineage.

MICHAEL MONROE | December 31

Log Cabin Concerts are an intimate reception and concert featuring Michael Monroe and guests. Monroe is in his fourth decade of performing his original music blending rich vocals, guitars, bamboo and glass flutes together. Reserve at 612-789-2255.

MYSTERIOUS WAYS | January 25 They play music from the ‘50s to 70s, to classic ‘80s rock , to some Metallica and Ozzy — plus a few original songs with some local flavor.

PETE KAVANAUGH | January 21 Guitarist, singer and songwriter Pete Kavanaugh’s solo acoustic show features his arrangement of Blues, Folk and Rock standards as well as his own compositions.

PLUCKED UP STRING BAND | January 4, 31 Plucked Up plays original music with the energy of alternative rock and punk bands as a fully acoustic string band ensemble with an unusual line-up of instruments.

PORTAGE BAND | January 10, 24

The Portage Band invites you to join them for boot-scootin’, toe-tapping classic country and rockabilly tunes of decades gone by.

PORTAL III | January 10

Improvy drone psych with Liz Draper bass, shadow Chris Gray drums, and Charlie Parr guitar.

PUSHING CHAIN | January 17

This duo, which has been performing together in various manifestations since 1997, plays roots and Americana music and features Boyd Blomberg on guitar and vocals and Adam Moe on the fiddle and vocals.

Timmy Haus blends his own style of acoustic eclectic, “He sounds more like a band than a one man show!”

YAM HAUS | January 4 With “electro-poppy grooves and swooning vocals” (Star Tribune, June 2018), Minneapolis-based pop group, Yam Haus, is challenging the indie dominated scene of the Twin Cities. Tight guitars, dreamy synths, and clean production from Grammy award-winning producer Mark Heimermann, helped drive year one successes.

Cantus:

One Giant Leap JANUARY 11 | 7 PM ARROWHEAD CENTER FOR THE ARTS | TICKETS $10 - $25 The North Shore Music Association kicks off its 2020 season with a concert by Minnesota’s acclaimed choral group Cantus. Hailed as “the premier men’s vocal ensemble in the United States” (Fanfare), Cantus is known for its trademark warmth and blend, innovative programming, and riveting performances of music ranging from the Renaissance to the 21st century.

Cantus celebrates its 25th anniversary with a new program inspired by the celestial skies. One Giant Leap pays tribute to space exploration, excellence in innovation and technology, and the triumph of the human spirit. From Edvard Grieg’s “Ave Maris Stella,” depicting heroes in the constellations, to David Bowie’s “Space Oddity,” One Giant Leap reflects on our timeless wonder for the moon and stars, our oldest mysteries and our greatest accomplishments.

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Experiences!

Looking for more information on area events and things to do?

Stop by or call one of our Visitor Information Centers.

TOFTE 7136 West Highway 61 | 218-663-7804 GRAND MARAIS 116 West Highway 61 | 218-387-2524

Winter Trail Conditions Upcoming Snowmobile Events Got a need for speed!? Participate in any of this winter’s Snowmobile Drag Races! Spectators also welcome, dress for a day on the ice and enjoy live music and lots of fun in the beauty of the northwoods.

Families, kiddos, and dogs welcome.

The Cook County Ridge Riders present their Annual Snowmobile Drag Race Series JANUARY 25 | DRAG RACES AT DEVIL TRACK | Hosted by Skyport Lodge FEBRUARY 15 | HUNGRY JACK DRAG RACES | Hosted by Hungry Jack Lodge FEBRUARY 29 | DRAG RACES ON POPLAR LAKE | Hosted by Poplar Haus

FIREWORKS 12/31 • NEW YEAR’S EVE • 8PM • PAPA CHARLIE’S 02/01 • FAMILY FESTIVAL • 8PM • SUMMIT CHALET (See Detail On Page 1)

Two-Person Champagne Open Bonspiel

Compete in 600cc, 700cc, 800cc, Open and Improved classes in timed radar runs down frozen inland lakes for cash prizes and more.

Proceeds from the Snowmobile Drag Races go to benefit grooming and maintenance of over 400 miles of snowmobile trails in Cook County.

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11th Annual Cook County Ridge Riders Fun Run FEBRUARY 1 | GUNFLINT TRAIL Hop on a snowmobile, a car, or any other motorized vehicle and join in the fun. The point to to stop at each of the sponsored locations and collect a playing card before circling back around to the Cook County Ridge Riders Clubhouse to present your best poker hand by 5:30 pm!

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Annual Vintage Snowmobile Ride

JANUARY 10 - 12 | COOK COUNTY CURLING CLUB

FEBRUARY 22 | 10:30 AM - 3 PM | CASCADE LODGE

Cost is $100 per two person team. Includes some meals and fun for the weekend. Four game guarantee, cash prizes to all winners.

All skill levels are welcome. The Clubhouse is open all weekend for spectators, if you can’t curl, you can still cheer on the teams!

Bring your vintage sleds and enjoy a 20 mile ride on the trails. Proceeds benefit snowmobile trail grooming and maintenance in Cook County, MN. Hosted by the Lutsen Trailbreakers Snowmobile Club

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Register at CookCountyCurlingClub.com

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