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Contributed/Gary PayneThe Cultural Thursday series continues April 9, 2026, at Central Lakes College in Brainerd. Educators Gary Payne and Mary Rosenberg will share their Argentina travel experiences. -
Contributed / National Park ServiceBlack bears emerge from hibernation in the spring across MN. Andy Tri, DNR bear project leader, shares what's happening inside bear dens and how to be "bear wise" this season.
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Events this week include a trivia night in Chisholm, presentation on Argentina in Brainerd and a webinar on waterbirds. -
Brainerd Public Schools Legendary Women Hall of Fame will induct five new members on March 30, 2026. -
During the week of March 24, 2026, we enjoy reports of warming weather, heavy snow, and lengthening days. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds. -
During the Phenology Report for the week of March 24, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on mergansers, chipmunks, and budding trees. -
Lutheran Social Service is looking for people ages 55 or older to serve as foster grandparents in area schools or as companions to older adults. -
They are also the only native Minnesota birds in the "perching duck" tribe, which is distinguished by their long, clawed toes — perfect for perching in trees. -
Events this week include local history talks in Hibbing and Bemidji, plus play auditions in Bigfork.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of March 17, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on sugary icicles, brooding ravens, and robins foraging in tire tracks. -
During the week of March 17, 2026, we enjoy reports of Great Blue Herons, snow, and Saw-whet Owls. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds. -
Kids Count on Us, a statewide organization of child care providers, hosts the event 12:30 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2026, in the Northwest Technical College commons.
