Found your Inner Otter? Great! Otter Tail Lakes Country is filled with unique communities and businesses that host events that are sure to entertain every otter out there! Take some time to peruse our calendar, but don’t forget to mark yours!
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The Art of the Lakes Studio Tour is a scenic, drive-yourself tour of 56 artists in 24 studios on curvy, hilly roads around lakes and through valleys with views that go for miles. Many of the artists are tucked away on gravel roads scattered throughout Ottertail, Douglas and Grant counties in west-central Minnesota. Look for the yellow signs to help guide you to your destination. This is your opportunity to shop for unique works of art while you get to know the artists. The hours of the tour are Friday and Saturday, July 20-21, 10-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 22 from 11-3 p.m. Not all studios are open on Sunday. This annual event is free and open to the public.
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08
Jun
2018
The RMH Ride has raised well over $1 Million in its 14 year history and hosts up to 1,000 riders each year. Festivities held at NYM VFW Post 3289. Visit rmhride.com for more info on this year’s ride.
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08
Jun
2018
2018 promises to be bigger and better than ever. TWO Days Full of Activities for ALL AGES Each Day will include a number of children’s activities, crafters, music, food, and much, much more. Check our Schedule! This Event is FREE to the Public!! Stay tuned for additional information as it is determined.
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08
Jun
2018
Tour Historic Downtown New York Mills To commemorate Otter Tail County’s 150th Anniversary, the Otter Tail County Historical Society is sponsoring a tour of historic downtown New York Mills on Friday, June 8, 6 p.m. When Otter Tail County commissioners held their first official meeting in September 1868, there was no New York Mills. Where the city is now was once a dense forest of white pine, red and white oak, tamarack and ash. This drew the attention of New York entrepreneurs Henry Van Aerman, Olcot Boardman and George Cornwall to form the New York Mills Company headquartered in Olean, New York. Arrangements were made to construct a lumber mill, the materials of which arrived in 1872 on the first rail car to the site. It was not until 1882 that the company had the property surrounding the mill platted and laid out into lots and block. The plat was recorded in 1883 with the name New York Mills. By the early 20th century New York Mills became a destination for Finnish immigrants. Public saunas and a strong cooperative movement characterized Finnish influence on the community. Come and explore the history and heritage of New York Mills. The tour begins at 6 […]
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09
Jun
2018
The Great American Think-Off The Great American Think-Off is an exhibition of civil disagreement between powerful ideas that connect to your life at the gut level. The Cultural Center, located in the rural farm and manufacturing town of New York Mills, sponsors this annual philosophy contest. People of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to submit an essay of no more than 750 words for a chance to win one of four $500 cash prizes and participate in the live debate to ultimately answer the question, determined by audience vote. The question is released each year on January 1st. Essays are then accepted through April 1st (postmark or electronic date stamp), with the finalists announced May 1st. The debate is held each year on the second Saturday in June. Writers are encouraged to ground their essays in personal experience rather than philosophical abstraction. Each year, four writers will be selected as finalists and invited to debate the question on the second Saturday in June in New York Mills, MN. Costs for winners’ travel, food, and lodging will be covered by the Cultural Center. Since 2016, a category of “Honorable Mention” essays are also recognized, along with the traditional Final Four essay winners. Five additional top essayists […]
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13
Jun
2018
Perham’s Summer Celebration! Kid’s events, magic and fun shows, vendors, the Grand Parade on Friday evening, turtle races, train rides, and many more events are on tap. Fun for all ages!
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06
Jul
2018
Lund Mania Fishing Tournament / Summer Celebration / Fish House Festival — July 6, 2018 This premier event is a collaboration between NYM’s largest employer, Brunswick (maker of Lund Boats), the NYM Civic & Commerce Association, and the Cultural Center. Highly coveted Lund Mania fishing tournament spots are filled quickly by those hoping for Lund Boat prize packages! Visit Main Avenue during the day to witness artists painting fish houses & more on the street, and cool off in the Cultural Center Gallery while viewing the annual Decoy Show. The celebration continues into the evening with food, music, a parade and fun! Parade Entry Form – Under this link is a printable entry form to be mailed to the address included or emailed to [email protected]
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13
Jul
2018
Parade, queen coronation, movie in the park, demo derby, kiddie tractor pull, car show, and fireworks.
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13
Jul
2018
Join a Team – Start a Team The sooner you get started, the more money you can raise. The more money you raise, the more incentive prizes you earn. So register early and get your team ready for a great fundraising season. Contact Emily Poulson with any questions. Mobile App Download the App Download the app so you can fundraise anytime, anywhere! You can process donations (even checks and credit cards!) and send texts to ask for donations. Luminaria Light up your community and honor every life touched by cancer. Dedicate a Luminaria to a loved one lost, someone currently battling, or anyone who has overcome cancer. 2018 East Ottertail Relay Schedule Monday June 4th – Team Captains Meeting Tuesday July 10th – Bank NIght Thursday July 12th – Survivor’s Dinner Friday July 13th – The Relay For Life out at the Track
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The Art of the Lakes Studio Tour is a scenic, drive-yourself tour of 56 artists in 24 studios on curvy, hilly roads around lakes and through valleys with views that go for miles. Many of the artists are tucked away on gravel roads scattered throughout Ottertail, Douglas and Grant counties in west-central Minnesota. Look for the yellow signs to help guide you to your destination. This is your opportunity to shop for unique works of art while you get to know the artists. The hours of the tour are Friday and Saturday, July 20-21, 10-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 22 from 11-3 p.m. Not all studios are open on Sunday. This annual event is free and open to the public.
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Jul
2018
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The Art of the Lakes Studio Tour is a scenic, drive-yourself tour of 56 artists in 24 studios on curvy, hilly roads around lakes and through valleys with views that go for miles. Many of the artists are tucked away on gravel roads scattered throughout Ottertail, Douglas and Grant counties in west-central Minnesota. Look for the yellow signs to help guide you to your destination. This is your opportunity to shop for unique works of art while you get to know the artists. The hours of the tour are Friday and Saturday, July 20-21, 10-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 22 from 11-3 p.m. Not all studios are open on Sunday. This annual event is free and open to the public.
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The Art of the Lakes Studio Tour is a scenic, drive-yourself tour of 56 artists in 24 studios on curvy, hilly roads around lakes and through valleys with views that go for miles. Many of the artists are tucked away on gravel roads scattered throughout Ottertail, Douglas and Grant counties in west-central Minnesota. Look for the yellow signs to help guide you to your destination. This is your opportunity to shop for unique works of art while you get to know the artists. The hours of the tour are Friday and Saturday, July 20-21, 10-5 p.m. and Sunday, July 22 from 11-3 p.m. Not all studios are open on Sunday. This annual event is free and open to the public.
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28
Jul
2018
Start planning ahead for Wenonga Days 2018 July 28th-29th The Craft/Vendor fair application is now OPEN on our website!! You can also register your entry for the BIG PARADE!! See you all in JULY!!! www.battlelakeparade.com
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08
Aug
2018
Looney Daze Chair Person is Renee Sonnenberg. Please call 218-841-0712 or email her at [email protected] if you would like to help with Looney Daze or you have questions.
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11
Aug
2018
The Art & Craft Affair in downtown Battle Lake was launched in 1977 by the Art of the Lakes Association. Annually, this event draws nearly 5,000 visitors and is held on the 2nd Saturday of August at Railroad Park, located at MN Hwy 78 and County Rd 83 in Battle Lake. The mission of the Art & Craft Affair is to offer display vendors an opportunity to market creative, handmade, original arts and crafts, and to offer fairgoers, of all ages and economic status, an opportunity to enjoy the event and discover items of interest for purchase.
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11
Aug
2018
Enjoy a day of BBQ, Bouncy Houses, S’mores, Boat races, and more! Bring your whole family for this awesome event for all ages! This event is rain or shine so please dress appropriately!
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18
Aug
2018
Community corn feed including free corn from Civic & Commerce, food vendors, and a large-scale street theater Puppet Pageant performance presented by the Cultural Center. Held at the New York Mills VFW in 2017. Corn Feed begins at 4:00 and goes until 7:00 or when the corn runs out. Free Puppet Pageant performance begins at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome!
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07
Sep
2018
Large Collection of Steam Engines 17 Traction engines Several large stationary steam engines including a 110 ton Wheelock French Steam Locomotive circa 1915 (free rides) Steam powered crane ~ Rope Walk ~ Blue Ox Tractor Pull Threshing and Sawing (two mills) with both steam and gas tractors Several Stationary Engines, including 75 and 150HP Fairbanks Morse engines Hundreds of gasoline powered tractors ~ Antique Cars and Trucks Antique Woodwork Shop, Four-Sided Wood Planer, Shingle Mill Print Shop, Blacksmith Shop, Agriculture & Heritage Museums , Pioneer Log Homes, Military Display LaVerne’s General Store, Large Model Railroad display, One Room School Duck Hunting Heritage Building & Antique Washing Machines Exhibit, Church Toy displays, craft displays, Flea Market Sawmill Cafe, Lunch Stands, Fast Food Stands People wagons – free rides around the grounds –Not responsible for accidents– *Service dogs ONLY allowed on show grounds*
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October 6-7, 2018 Our biggest fundraiser of the year is LEAF DAYS. At Maplewood State Park there are 9,250 acres, and many of those are filled with sugar maple trees which provide us with some very nice fall colors. Maplewood State Park is one of the best places in Minnesota to enjoy the fall colors. Visitors can enjoy beautiful scenery from their vehicles, hike on some of the 25 miles of hiking trails, or enjoy a picnic in the park. Come join your “Friends” for a day in the park. Remember to bring your camera. We are looking forward to an amazing display of colors this fall. The park entrance is 7 miles east of Pelican Rapids on Hwy 108.
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06
Oct
2018
Music from 4 pm to 8 pm Bonfire from 4 pm to 8 pm Food will be sold from 4 pm to 8 pm Location of events and race finish is 28661 470th St, Vergas, MN. You don’t have to run to join the fun!….You will be in the “Heart of Hairyman Country!” *Registration at 3:30 pm at 28661 470th St, Vergas, MN (must be registered by 4:00 pm) Race Start Time 4:30 pm for a 5K *5K Registration Fee: $25.00 pre-registered by Sept 1, $30.00, pre-registered by September 24 and $40.00 after Sept 24 *Registration fee includes long sleeve shirt for 5K. (Mail entry form and fee to [email protected] Office, PO Box 32, Vergas MN 56587. Make checks available to Vergas Trail) Please be sure to sign your registration form. *ONLY 5K PRE-REGISTERED RACERS WILL BE GUARANTEED SHIRT * Medals will be awarded to top 3 finishers of all male and female age groups in the 5K: ~ 0-19 years olds/20-29 year olds/30-39 year olds/40-49 year olds/50-59 year old/60 and over – 1st place couple to finish race together~ *Medals will be awarded at the bonfire held after the race. They will not be mailed, please stay and pick up your […]
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October 6-7, 2018 Our biggest fundraiser of the year is LEAF DAYS. At Maplewood State Park there are 9,250 acres, and many of those are filled with sugar maple trees which provide us with some very nice fall colors. Maplewood State Park is one of the best places in Minnesota to enjoy the fall colors. Visitors can enjoy beautiful scenery from their vehicles, hike on some of the 25 miles of hiking trails, or enjoy a picnic in the park. Come join your “Friends” for a day in the park. Remember to bring your camera. We are looking forward to an amazing display of colors this fall. The park entrance is 7 miles east of Pelican Rapids on Hwy 108.
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27
Oct
2018
Annual community event held at the Cultural Center, sponsored by Civic & Commerce, features games, crafts & treats, with costumes encouraged. Children up to the age of 10 welcome; those under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. In the evening, families & kids of all ages can head to Mills Lanes for discounted bowling. For more information go to www.kulcher.org
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23
Nov
2018
This week-long event showcases the creative side of local business owners who make holiday displays for the public to view and enjoy in the City Hall Ballroom. Take home one of the many displays as part of the silent auction to support Santa Anonymous. Various activities, which have included dance recitals, music shows and a live nativity, make the event even more memorable.
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01
Dec
2018
This high energy event is the last hurrah of the Christmas Tree Festival. Generally held the first Saturday in December, this dinner and dance event is also the culmination of the Silent Auction, where winners of the Christmas displays are announced.
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Tour Historic Downtown New York Mills
Tour Historic Downtown New York Mills To commemorate Otter Tail County’s 150th Anniversary, the Otter Tail County Historical Society is sponsoring a tour of historic downtown New York Mills on Friday, June 8, 6 p.m. When Otter Tail County commissioners held their first official meeting in September 1868, there was no New York Mills. Where the city is now was once a dense forest of white pine, red and white oak, tamarack and ash. This drew the attention of New York entrepreneurs Henry Van Aerman, Olcot Boardman and George Cornwall to form the New York Mills Company headquartered in Olean, New York. Arrangements were made to construct a lumber mill, the materials of which arrived in 1872 on the first rail car to the site. It was not until 1882 that the company had the property surrounding the mill platted and laid out into lots and block. The plat was recorded in 1883 with the name New York Mills. By the early 20th century New York Mills became a destination for Finnish immigrants. Public saunas and a strong cooperative movement characterized Finnish influence on the community. Come and explore the history and heritage of New York Mills. The tour begins at 6 […]
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