Created: 09-11-17
Last Login: 04-15-24
Cook County Higher Education
Cook County Higher Education (CCHE):
Provides local access and support for college education and training on the North Shore of Lake Superior.
Accredited classes, training, and degree programs.
Student Support: mentors, financial aid resources, and more.
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Woodland Caribou/Bloodvein River Canoe Trip
Description: Woodland Caribou/Bloodvein River Canoe Trip April 22 | 4:15pm-5pm | At CCHE Presenters & Partners: Canoeing with Confidence & Neva Maxwell Woodland Caribou Provincial Park & the Bloodvein River - 220 Miles with a 21-month-old in 20 Days Join us in-person to hear from Neva Maxwell on her family’s canoe camping trip across Canada’s Woodland Caribou Provincial Park and Bloodvein River and to meet other paddlers to network and build community! This presentation will include the highlight reel of wilderness tripping with a toddler, details on their unique route, and tips for other paddlers and families dreaming of traveling beyond the BWCA/Quetico and taking the adventure further north!
Publish Date: 04-15-24
Positive Caregivers Book Club Celebration
Description: Positive Caregivers Book Club Celebration May 4 | Noon-1:30pm | County Community Center and Log Building | Free Meal & Free Childcare Reflect, Connect, & Rejuvenate on Saturday, May 4th, following the Monthly Family Social at the Cook From noon until 1:30, and if you attended the Saturday Family Social you can simply stay while we run to pick up lunch from local vendors. Free Childcare and a Light meal will be provided (If you have any allergies or preferences we request that you bring a brown bag meal). This gathering is for anyone (plus your family or valued peer) that signed up for a Positive Caregivers Book Club session (even if you were unable to attend the Zoom events), Fall 2023 and Spring 2024. The books read this year were, Simplicity Parenting, Brain-Body Parenting, and Good Inside. Please let us know how many people will be joining us for a meal and if you will need childcare (how many kids and ages). Kids are also welcome to stay with their caregivers during the gathering if preferred. The plan is to eat in the community center as families around noon. Then children will stay to play and caregivers will migrate over to the log cabin for connection. There will be about 10 minutes of welcome and introductions of each attendee, followed by about 15 minutes of group discussion with prompts. The final 35 minutes will be for you to simply mingle without kids. We heard loud and clear last spring that caregivers want a space to simply connect with others. So here is a little time carved out for you to do just that. Thank you to Sawtooth Mountain Clinic Early Childhood Connections, Cook County Higher Education, and the North Shore Healthcare Foundation for making this happen. The time, books, and coordination of collaboration are such a unique and beautiful part of living in Cook County. We have so enjoyed having you be part of this community of learners for 2023/2024. We hope to see you back in the fall of 2024 for more books and gatherings.
Publish Date: 04-15-24
Wildfire Readiness for Families Workshop
Description: Wildfire Readiness for Families Workshop May 23 | 11:30am-1pm | At CCHE & Zoom Presenters & Partners: Cook County Public Health and Cook County UMN Extension Join us for a comprehensive Wildfire Readiness Workshop designed specifically for families. This hybrid educational event combines in-person and online sessions, making it accessible to everyone. Through a series of engaging activities and informative discussions, you'll learn essential strategies to protect your family and home from wildfires. Building Your Family’s Disaster Plan: Learn the crucial steps to create a solid disaster plan tailored to your family's needs including planning for your finances, physical and mental health, and potential evacuation Grab and Go Kit Essentials: Understand what to include in a grab-and-go kit for swift evacuation. Activities: This workshop will have hands-on activities to help you apply these essential topics to your home and family. Don't miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to protect your family and home during wildfire season. Register now and be prepared for any emergency! Workshop presented by Cook County Public Health and Cook County UMN Extension
Publish Date: 04-15-24
Career & College Fair
Description: Friday, April 26, 2024 12 pm - 3 pm Cook County High School Gym - 101 West 5th St, Grand Marais, MN Open to all members of the community Take the first steps towards a fulfilling future! Join us at our highly anticipated Fair! This event presents an incredible opportunity to explore a wide range of career and college options. Don't miss out on this fantastic chance to kick-start your professional journey. For more information or questions please contact Kelly Kotowicz at kkotowicz@isd166.org / (218) 387-2271.
Publish Date: 04-15-24
Chainsaw and Tree Felling Safety Course (Includes OSHA Training) - Level 2
Description: Chainsaw and Tree Felling Safety Course (Includes OSHA Training) - Level 2 May 4 | 8am-5pm | $150 Instructor: Nathan Stanford Limited to 12 students Class Outline: In-person Lecture CCHE Morning In-person Tree Feeling Site in Cook County, MN AfternoonS.A.W.W Level Two (8 hour course) * Level one (Chainsaw and Tree Felling Safety Course (Includes OSHA Training)) is a pre-requisite to attending this training Level 2, 1-day course provides a focus on applying basic maintenance techniques to achieve maximum chainsaw performance such as filing techniques and carburetor adjustments. More Felling techniques and assessments are practiced and limbing and bucking techniques are introduced.
Publish Date: 04-15-24
Pelvic Floor Health in Pregnancy
Description: Pelvic Floor Health in Pregnancy April 30 | 6-7pm | At CCHE Presenters & Partners: Arrowhead Birth Collective & Kelsey Saladin, PT No Registration Requested - All Are Welcome Join us for a presentation focused on Pelvic Floor Health in Pregnancy, hosted by the caring doulas of Arrowhead Birth Collective. Connect with other families and parents-to-be while gaining valuable insights into maintaining a healthy pelvic floor during pregnancy. Enjoy snacks, beverages, and a supportive atmosphere as we discuss important topics and share practical tips for people on their pregnancy journey. Arrowhead Birth Collective (ABC) is a group of birth workers who aim to provide perinatal support and make doula care more accessible in Cook County—in the fall of 2022, four women, Grace Granger, Hannah Miller, Sadie Sigford, and Britt Malec, collaborated to create increased access to doula services. “We want to make doula care accessible to people in the region, as well as create a culture of support around the experiences of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. We aim to provide services for people locally who may want support for a home birth, planned induction in Duluth, or someone with birth physiology knowledge to accompany them on the drive to the hospital,” said Malec. Read about the Collective at: https://www.boreal.org/2024/03/05/483746/newly-formed-arrowhead-birth-collective-aims-to-address-lack-of-pregnancy-and-postpartum-support-in-cook-county To learn more about the Arrowhead Birth Collective, email Arrowheadbirthcollective@gmail.com, or follow on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/arrowhead.birth.collective
Publish Date: 04-15-24
Naturalist Book Group: No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference
Description: Naturalist Book Group: No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference April 18 | 6:30-7:30pm | Zoom Facilitator: Olya Wright, Nordic Nature Group Reading can become an even richer experience when it’s a shared one. Calling all nature enthusiasts and lovers of natural history, this engaging community-building Zoom book group is tailor-made for you! No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference by Greta Thunberg "Greta Thunberg was born in 2003. In August 2018 she started a school strike that became a movement called Fridays For Future, which has inspired school strikes for environmental action in more than 150 countries involving millions of students." "No One Is Too Small to Make A Difference" presents Greta's own words for the first time, compiling her speeches that have resonated across the globe, from the United Nations to Capitol Hill and large-scale street demonstrations. It serves as a call to action for all individuals, regardless of their perspectives or beliefs, urging us to awaken and contribute to the protection of our shared environment.
Publish Date: 04-15-24
Doubles Cribbage Tournament: 3nd Annual Fundraiser for the Bob Pratt Skills Scholarship
Description: Doubles Cribbage Tournament: 3nd Annual Fundraiser for the Bob Pratt Skills, Trades, and Technology Scholarship Fund Sunday, April 21, 2024 1 pm (check in at 12:30 pm) Birch Terrace Supper Club - Dining Room $40 per team - limited to 32 teams Cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Double elimination! Please note that online registration lists the event admission fee as $20 per person, but will require you to have two attendees; at final checkout, your total will be $40. Questions about the tournament? Call Julie at 218-370-8068 Questions about online registration? Call Adrea at 218-387-3411 ext 4
Publish Date: 04-08-24
American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid - Full Day Course
Description: American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid - Full Day Course April 29 | 9am-4pm | At CCHE Instructor: Rob Wells The purpose of the course is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first-aid emergencies. You will learn how to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Certification will be emailed to attendees. Need to get a group certified? Contact us about our customized training at programs@mycche.org
Publish Date: 04-08-24
Last Words: a creative approach to writing your own obituary
Description: Last Words: a creative approach to writing your own obituary April 10 | 6-7pm | At CCHE & Zoom Instructor: Rose Arrowsmith Our lives are made up of stories: The tales we tell about ourselves and the stories we swap with others. Using the obituary as a structure, we'll reflect on significant moments, core beliefs, and the legacy we hope to leave behind. We'll explore the process of crafting your own obituary, which empowers you to authentically convey your personality, notable accomplishments, values, history, family, and life story. Regardless of age, it is thoughtful to start drafting your obituary document to ensure it is readily available for your family and loved ones if and when necessary. This workshop will include a template, writing prompts, peer sharing, and group discussion. Participants will leave with a draft of their own "last words" and a deepened appreciation of their life story. No prior writing experience is needed. Take charge of your narrative; don't depend on others to understand your story or accurately represent it in a written obituary. This workshop is led by author, storyteller, and educator, Rose Arrowsmith.
Publish Date: 04-08-24