Annual Celebration at the Cook Community Center On Friday, December 1, 2017, the community celebrated the annual Cook’s Country Christmas. In previous years, the event took place in the City Park near the Gazebo and at the Library and the Comet Theater. That year, the celebration moved to the Cook Community Center in the Doug…
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Cook’s Annual Memorial Day Program
Memorial Day Parade and Ceremonies On Memorial Day, the community gathered to honor the country’s heroes. The sunny weather set a perfect tone for the day’s ceremonies. Many people assembled downtown for the parade. Groups like the VFW, Scouts, and other organizations joined the march to the bridge. At the bridge, a ceremony occurred to…
Timber Days 2018 by Becky Trip
Cook’s Annual Timber Days Celebration Event Overview Cook’s Annual Timber Days celebration took place over the weekend from June 8th to 10th. The event began with beautiful, sunny weather on Friday and Sunday, while Saturday started off with rain but cleared up as the day progressed. Despite the weather, the weekend remained full of excitement…
Five Spring Art Expo Awards
Spring Art Expo 2018: Awards Presented at NWFA Gallery (submitted by Judith Ulseth) Photo Contest Results The results of the Northwoods Friends of the Arts (NWFA) Photo Contest and the 50/50 raffle were announced during the June 29, 2018, reception. The annual photo contest, “Your Best Shot,” recognized talented photographers in student and adult categories….
The Lemonade Stand by Becky Trip
A Beloved Summer Activity Lemonade stands are a classic summer tradition that never fails to bring smiles. These stands serve as a joyful reminder of the season and provide a fun way for young individuals to engage in entrepreneurial activities. For many, lemonade stands have become a childhood staple, a simple yet enjoyable way to…
Cook Carefree Living Picnic by Muriel Simonson
A Memorable Summer Evening in Cook On July 17, 2018, Cook Carefree Living (Spectrum) residents, family members, and friends gathered for a picnic. It was a beautiful Minnesota summer evening, perfect for outdoor fun. The picnic was an opportunity to enjoy great food and spend time together. A Feast for the Community The meal featured…
The North River Street Bridge Project by Becky Trip
Bridge Construction Progress on the North River Street in Cook Introduction The bridge over the River Fork River on North River Street in Cook was replaced as part of a long-planned project that officially began in 2018. Due to the construction, a detour was put in place as the bridge was no longer accessible to…