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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🌸 Spring Pottery Painting at Drastic Measures 🍺 🎨 Celebrate the season with a creative afternoon of pottery painting! Join us for a fun, relaxed spring event perfect for all ages and all skill levels. Choose from a wide variety of spring-inspired pottery pieces — both functional and decorative — including seasonal shapes and everyday […] |
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Baby & Toddler Storytime Tuesdays or Wednesdays 9:30 - 10:00 AM Ages 0 - 2 (older siblings welcome) Session 2: March 3, 2026 - April 8, 2026 Talk, sing, read, and play together in a format perfect for little ones! Help develop your child’s early literacy skills through songs, stories, nursery rhymes, and fun movement […] 
This low-sensory playtime offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration throughout the Museum for children with autism or other sensory needs and their families. Space is limited to 25 people and registration is required. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special […] |
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Stop into the PACC for a FREE blood pressure check from one of our awesome volunteers! This service is open to the public. No PACC membership or day pass needed. Want to volunteer your time as our blood pressure checker? Sign up at https://elevateotc.org/volunteer. Volunteers must be able to complete a manual blood pressure check |
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Come take your picture with the Easter bunny! Duck races and egg hunt in the pool, scavenger hunt, and more! Free for members and daily free for guests. 
Evening Storytime Thursdays 6:00 - 6:30 PM Ages 0 - 5 (siblings welcome) Session 2: March 5, 2026 - April 9, 2026 Unable to make it to morning storytime? Join us for evening storytime - a blend of both our Baby & Toddler and Preschool sessions! Come and enjoy a variety of stories, songs, and […]
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Celebrate spring with creativity! ☕🌸 Join us for a hands-on Stoneware Mug Painting Class where you’ll design and glaze your own beautiful mug. In this class, we’ll focus on layering techniques and creating movement with glazes to achieve rich depth, flow, and stunning color variation—just like the featured mug. Perfect for all skill levels, this […] |
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friendship fridays are designed to promote learning and community connection through play! join us each week as we explore weekly themes and group activities, plus enjoy time to share what you have been working on. friendship fridays are a great opportunity to connect with others for support and resource sharing! friendship fridays is included in […] 
Friday Body-Led Yoga Flow is a steady weekly practice designed to help you settle into your body and move into the weekend feeling grounded and supported. Classes blend slow, mindful movement with breath awareness and simple somatic practices that support mobility, balance, and ease. Options are offered throughout to meet different bodies, energy levels, and […]
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{{Say CHEESE}} Grab your cameras + kiddos and make a trip to our Ottertail office for pictures with real LIVE Easter Bunnies 🐰 🗓️Friday, April 3rd ⏰12pm-3pm |
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Come and join us for the annual Ottertail East Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4th! Lots of eggs, prizes, and visit with the Easter Bunny! Age Groups: 0-2 3-5 6-9 10+ 
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Come and join us for the Easter Egg Hunt in Parkers Prairie on Saturday, April 4th!
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Grab your friends and family and join us for a boatload of fun during week 1 of Fleet Fest! On top of hot deals all week long, on Saturday, April 4th we’ll have: - Egg Crack Scratch Offs - Giving you the chance to save 10 to 50% off your purchase - Free Tote Bag […] |
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Hop into a tasty feast with all your favorite brunch goodies and good vibes this Easter! Perfect for the whole family! Leave the cooking to us and join us for Easter Brunch! Seatings every half hour and items sure to please the whole family. Buffet items include scrambled eggs, tator tots, yukon gold mashed potatoes, […]
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Join us for The Otter Easter Buffet Limited Reservations Call 218-367-2525. $25/Person. $18/Seniors. $8/Kids under 12. Buffet Food: Signature Fried Chicken Carved Ham Pot Roast Mashed & Gravy Roasted Corn Fruit Ottertail Bakery Mini Pastries. (Beverages not included)
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Join us this Easter for a brunch worth gathering around 🌸 From fresh Alaskan halibut and pistachio basil walleye to honey glazed ham and slow-smoked ribs, we’ve put together a menu that’s equal parts comforting and a little bit special. And yes… prime rib is on the table. 🕊 Easter Brunch ⏰ 10:00 AM – […] |
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This low-sensory playtime offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration throughout the Museum for children with autism or other sensory needs and their families. Space is limited to 25 people and registration is required. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special […] |
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Stop into the PACC for a FREE blood pressure check from one of our awesome volunteers! This service is open to the public. No PACC membership or day pass needed. Want to volunteer your time as our blood pressure checker? Sign up at https://elevateotc.org/volunteer. Volunteers must be able to complete a manual blood pressure check
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Join us for a creative and culturally rich art experience hosted by the New York Mills Cultural Center! This class is a part of a series celebrating local heritage and the traditions that have shaped our community. Paint your own colorful Spring Chicken on canvas, inspired by traditional Polish Wycinanki style. Layer bright colors before […] |
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Schedule your visit: minnesota.edu/visit or call 877.450.3322 Visit Days Include: -Explore hands-on learning in labs, shops and classrooms -Information on admissions, financial aid, career pathways and more -Opportunities to meet coaches and faculty. All are welcome! Schedule your visit today. 
This group shares and critiques their writing. Meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. This is a community-member-led group.
Evening Storytime Thursdays 6:00 - 6:30 PM Ages 0 - 5 (siblings welcome) Session 2: March 5, 2026 - April 9, 2026 Unable to make it to morning storytime? Join us for evening storytime - a blend of both our Baby & Toddler and Preschool sessions! Come and enjoy a variety of stories, songs, and […] |
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Gentle Chair-Supported Movement is a monthly, one-hour yoga class designed for adults who prefer or benefit from seated and supported movement. This class is offered in a calm, inclusive community-center setting and is ideal for those seeking a slower pace with plenty of options. Each class includes: 10–15 minutes to arrive, get comfortable, and connect […]
friendship fridays are designed to promote learning and community connection through play! join us each week as we explore weekly themes and group activities, plus enjoy time to share what you have been working on. friendship fridays are a great opportunity to connect with others for support and resource sharing! friendship fridays is included in […]
Friday Body-Led Yoga Flow is a steady weekly practice designed to help you settle into your body and move into the weekend feeling grounded and supported. Classes blend slow, mindful movement with breath awareness and simple somatic practices that support mobility, balance, and ease. Options are offered throughout to meet different bodies, energy levels, and […] |
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MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL Are you ready for all of the fun in Vergas?! PANCAKE FEED!~ 7:30 - 11:30 am! 📍~ Vergas Event Center! ~ Enjoy Pancakes with Local Maple Syrup, Sausages & Beverages! SAPS RUNNING 5K!~ Registration from 8:00 - 8:30 am! ~ Race STARTS at 9:00 am! ~ Register at Refine Homes! MAPLE SYRUP […] 
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Come and join us for the Parkers Prairie Lions Smelt Fry Fundraiser on Saturday, April 11th from 12pm-7pm Serving: Smelt and fish, french fries, coleslaw, & french dressing, bread, and beverage Adult: $25 Ages 6-10: $10 Ages 5 and under: Free 
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Discover The Gathering Decoy Show in Perham on Saturday, April 11th at the Perham Area Community Center! The Gathering is the best Sporting Collectibles, Art, Duck Decoy, and Fish Decoy Show in the Midwest! We are the World’s Largest Fish Decoy Show! We are a buy-sell-trade type of show, with an average of 150 vendor […]
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Grab your friends and family and join us for a boatload of fun during week 2 of Fleet Fest! On top of hot deals all week long, on Saturday, April 11th we’ll have: - Free Banana Bread Trail Mix Sampling from 9AM until Noon - Free Gift Card Giveaway Beginning at 7AM (First 100 Customers […] |
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The Thousand Lakes Brewery Tour is back! We are loading our employees onto the bus to visit Bemidji Brewing in Bemidji, Portage Brewing in Walker, and Rendezvous Brewing in Hackensack and we're inviting YOU! $50 gets you a seat on the bus and food at the first stop - we plan to have pizza along […]
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Join us for the 5th Annual Women, Wine, & Wild Game event! It’s an afternoon of fun with women who like sharing stories about conservation, habitat projects, pollinators, and outdoors activities (hunting, fishing) and more! We’ve planned a delicious menu of wild game paired with drinks, plus raffles, games, and a silent auction! Grab a […]
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Join us as Heart o' Lakes Harmony presents What a Wonderful World, a look back at the beauty of this world--in song! (With some laughs along the way!) I addition to the chorus and local quartets, we welcome popular barbershop quartet, Kordal Kombat! |
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This low-sensory playtime offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration throughout the Museum for children with autism or other sensory needs and their families. Space is limited to 25 people and registration is required. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special […] |
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Stop into the PACC for a FREE blood pressure check from one of our awesome volunteers! This service is open to the public. No PACC membership or day pass needed. Want to volunteer your time as our blood pressure checker? Sign up at https://elevateotc.org/volunteer. Volunteers must be able to complete a manual blood pressure check |
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Join us for the annual Empty Bowls fundraiser hosted by the M State Fine Arts Department. For a suggested donation of $20, guests will be served soup in the artisan-made ceramic bowl of their choosing which they can bring home. Proceeds from the luncheon benefit the Fergus Falls Salvation Army food program. Soup choice will […]
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Park Region is thrilled to announce the date of the Annual Meeting and Customer Appreciation Event which will be held on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at the Underwood Public School. Doors will open at 5pm. Enjoy a famous Underwood Lion’s pork chop and all the fixings in the commons area, then make your way to […]
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Join Roots and Wings Forest School for quarterly book discussions and presentations from experts in the field. These events are FREE and open to the community to provide family and parental support in raising children to be the best version of themselves. Our April book group will discuss the book Before They're Gone: A Family’s […] |
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friendship fridays are designed to promote learning and community connection through play! join us each week as we explore weekly themes and group activities, plus enjoy time to share what you have been working on. friendship fridays are a great opportunity to connect with others for support and resource sharing! friendship fridays is included in […]
Friday Body-Led Yoga Flow is a steady weekly practice designed to help you settle into your body and move into the weekend feeling grounded and supported. Classes blend slow, mindful movement with breath awareness and simple somatic practices that support mobility, balance, and ease. Options are offered throughout to meet different bodies, energy levels, and […]
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The Cultivating Community Capital Campaign is a $2.3 million investment in the future of arts, culture, and community in rural Minnesota. Thanks to early leadership gifts, we’ve already raised $1.47 million. Now, we need your help to finish the work. This campaign will: Preserve and protect our historic 1885 building Expand spaces for arts, education, […] |
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Grab your friends and family and join us for a boatload of fun during week 3 of Fleet Fest! On top of hot deals all week long, on Saturday, April 18th we’ll have: - Free Build Your Own Birdhouse Craft from 9AM until Noon - Free Vendor Goodie Bag Giveaway Beginning at 7AM (First 100 […]
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Join us for the Rummage Sale fundraiser at the MAS on Saturday, April 18th! Find amazing deals on clothes, home goods, books, and more! Free will donations with some marked items. All proceeds will go towards Friends of the Maslowski and Indoor Playground fund.
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Come party with us as we welcome in Spring with beer poking, food, live music and beer releases! Bring some warm clothes, hang out on the patio, join us by the fire (or patio heater) and get your beer poked. We will also have plenty of room inside if the weather does not cooperate. - […] |
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Come and join us for the Baseball Belgian Waffle Breakfast on Sunday, April 19th from 8am-1pm. The Senior Legion baseball team is ready to make and serve you waffles. Come and support your Fergus Falls team!
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The Gopher State Archeological Society is hosting the largest artifact show in the region on Sunday, April 19th. This event is open to the public from 9am to 2pm and offers a fantastic opportunity to see many of the region’s largest private collections. Many collections will feature personally found artifacts from Minnesota and the Dakotas. […]
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Join us to compete in a fun puzzle race at the taproom! Bring your team of up to 4 people to race to complete a 500 piece puzzle! The fastest teams will take home prizes. Team registration fee is $30 and each team keeps their puzzle at the end of the race. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER […] |
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Healthier Happy Hour is one of the Best Life Club’s first bright ideas, created to add a little spark to your Mondays. We get together for a bit of movement to shake off the day, enjoy a healthy snack, and dive into some easy games that get people connecting and laughing. It’s low-pressure, good-energy, and […]
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Osteoporosis is not just a woman’s issue. Join Astera Health for our April Bite Size Conversation, No Bones About It - It’s Not Just a Woman Issue. OB/GYN Dr. Hala Madi, Dr. Ben Hess, and the Astera Health Orthopedics team will share helpful information about osteoporosis, including what it is, how to help prevent it, […] |
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Join us for Tech with Teens, where community members can receive one-on-one assistance with basic technology questions! Whether you're looking to understand your Apple or Android devices, phones, iPads, or laptops, our tech-savvy teens are here to help. Bring your questions and get personalized support in a relaxed and friendly environment! Hosted by PHS Interact […]
This low-sensory playtime offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration throughout the Museum for children with autism or other sensory needs and their families. Space is limited to 25 people and registration is required. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special […] 
Tuesday’s are for BINGO! Every Tuesday join the Ottertail Rod & Gun Club for bingo at Willy T’s at Thumper Pond Resort. Packets for $10. Progressive jackpots! |
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Stop into the PACC for a FREE blood pressure check from one of our awesome volunteers! This service is open to the public. No PACC membership or day pass needed. Want to volunteer your time as our blood pressure checker? Sign up at https://elevateotc.org/volunteer. Volunteers must be able to complete a manual blood pressure check |
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This group shares and critiques their writing. Meets the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. This is a community-member-led group.
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Throughout the Month of April the Library will be showcasing art from the Pelican Rapids Elementary School! We will be hosting a reception for the students and families to celebrate all of their hard work! Come and join us! The band directed by Ms. Moen will also be playing in the large meeting room! April […]
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We will be in Pelican Rapids performing two concerts!! The first one at 6:30pm will be at the high school followed by a concert at the Pelican Rapids VFW at 8:10pm. Both and free and open to the public! |
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friendship fridays are designed to promote learning and community connection through play! join us each week as we explore weekly themes and group activities, plus enjoy time to share what you have been working on. friendship fridays are a great opportunity to connect with others for support and resource sharing! friendship fridays is included in […]
Friday Body-Led Yoga Flow is a steady weekly practice designed to help you settle into your body and move into the weekend feeling grounded and supported. Classes blend slow, mindful movement with breath awareness and simple somatic practices that support mobility, balance, and ease. Options are offered throughout to meet different bodies, energy levels, and […]
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If you've ever wanted to check out Otter Cove Children's Museum, here's a great chance! On Friday, April 24, we're extending our hours to 7:00 and will not be charging admission between 4:00-7:00 pm. Run out energy in our Otter Romp, immerse yourself in a mini Fergus Falls in our little town, create something intriguing […] |
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On four days each year, all Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas offer free admission to everyone - no vehicle permits needed! The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities like camping, rentals, or special tours. The goal is to encourage families and friends to spend […] 
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SAVE THE DATE for a fun day of shopping at the HELLO SPRING VENDOR SHOW! We will fill both the gym, cafeteria and hallways with Craft & Boutique booths from local and area artists, crafters, retailers, and makers. There's something for everyone!
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Grab your friends and family and join us for a boatload of fun during the FINAL week of Fleet Fest! On top of hot deals all week long, on Saturday, April 25th we’ll have: - Free Fishing Lure Coloring Craft from 9AM until Noon - Free Hat with ANY purchase (First 400 Customers while supplies […] |
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Applications are now open for youth businesses to apply! https://www.childrensbusinessfair.org/rootsandwings Observe the opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business! Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace. We will host up to 80 booths at our 4th annual […]
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🥞 It’s Pancake Time, Fergus Falls! 🥞 Join us for the Fergus Falls Firefighters Association Annual Pancake Breakfast 📅 Sunday, April 26, 2026 ⏰ 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 📍 Fergus Falls Fire Station – 325 E. Washington Ave. Enjoy all the pancakes you care to eat, plus sausage links, coffee, milk, and juice — […]
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Join us for a fun and relaxing afternoon of painting! Come create your own beautiful one of a kind Welcome door hanger. We will be using a 14" round door hanger, you can create, paint and finish using your own ideas or from examples on display. All skill levels welcome, no experience needed, all supplies […] |
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Healthier Happy Hour is one of the Best Life Club’s first bright ideas, created to add a little spark to your Mondays. We get together for a bit of movement to shake off the day, enjoy a healthy snack, and dive into some easy games that get people connecting and laughing. It’s low-pressure, good-energy, and […]
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Heartsaver CPR is for those who need or are interested in learning or becoming certified in CPR. With the knowledge and skills learned in each class, you can save a life! Skills taught are especially valuable for those in daycare or babysitting, airline personnel, security guards, and those with family members at high risk for […] 
Join Mitzi every Monday at 6:00 PM at the Ottertail Wellness Center for an all-levels yoga class. Through gentle movement, stretching, and mindful breathing, you’ll improve flexibility, reduce stress, and reset your mind and body for the week ahead. Whether you're brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this class is welcoming […] |
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This low-sensory playtime offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration throughout the Museum for children with autism or other sensory needs and their families. Space is limited to 25 people and registration is required. This event is partially funded with a grant from the Minnesota Department of Education using federal funding, CFDA 84.027A, Special […]
Tuesday’s are for BINGO! Every Tuesday join the Ottertail Rod & Gun Club for bingo at Willy T’s at Thumper Pond Resort. Packets for $10. Progressive jackpots!
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"Every Brilliant Thing" is a play by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe, a one-person show about a child who starts a list of "everything brilliant thing about the world" to help their mother cope with depression, a list that grows and evolves with them through life's challenges, including love, loss, and mental health. The play […] |
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Stop into the PACC for a FREE blood pressure check from one of our awesome volunteers! This service is open to the public. No PACC membership or day pass needed. Want to volunteer your time as our blood pressure checker? Sign up at https://elevateotc.org/volunteer. Volunteers must be able to complete a manual blood pressure check
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Join Someplace Safe for the 2nd Annual Denim Day Sexual Assault Awareness Walk in Wadena! Wednesday, April 29, 2026 11:30 am | Registration 12:00 pm |Walk & Lunch to Follow Walk Starts & Ends at Wadena Chamber Office $20 Registration includes a participant t-shirt, as well as lunch and a brief program after the walk. […]
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Join us for The Hub on Broadway Open House on Wednesday, April 29th from 3-4:30pm Ribbon Cutting: 4:00pm |
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We’re excited to announce that Tuscany Italian Restaurant is opening soon right here in Fergus Falls, Minnesota! Celebrate our Grand Opening with us on April 30. Ribbon Cutting with the Fergus Falls Area Chamber of Commerce at 10:00am. Sample some of their tasty entrees! We’re bringing authentic Italian favorites and a true dining experience to […]
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Join us for a Kentucky Derby- inspired evening filled with elegance, magic, and purpose for the Lake Region Healthcare Foundation Gala
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We are going to Perham for two concerts! The first is at the living center at 6:30 for residents, family, and staff. Followed by a concert at the beautiful Perham Center for the Arts- open to the public and free!! |
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Let’s continue the conversation on what’s brewing as the 2026 Minnesota Legislative Session winds down. Friday, May 1 | 7 - 8 a.m. | via Zoom West Central Initiative & Lakes Country Service Cooperative invite you to our second virtual Legislative Kaffeeklatsch of the year. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee while listening to regional […]
friendship fridays are designed to promote learning and community connection through play! join us each week as we explore weekly themes and group activities, plus enjoy time to share what you have been working on. friendship fridays are a great opportunity to connect with others for support and resource sharing! friendship fridays is included in […]
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You're Invited! Open House & Ribbon Cutting Celebration ✨ Come celebrate with us at our Open House and Ribbon Cutting! 🎉 We’re excited to open our doors to the community and would love for you to stop by, explore the space, and learn more about what we offer. ☕ Enjoy pastries and refreshments while you […] |
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This year we will kickoff our season on Saturday May 2nd 9-1! May 9th we will lots of sweet treats & gift ideas for those special moms in your life! By May 16th you will be itching to get those flower & veggie gardens started! Our vendors will have a variety of starter plants to […]
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Tell you friends and join us for a fun day of riding and raise money for the Parkers Prairie Youth Programs! 9am Registration at Thousand Lakes Brewery 10am Ride Begins 12pm Lunch at Stone's Hunting Cabin Pledge by the Mile or the Entire Trip Lunch Tokens given for Pledge Totals over $25 4-Wheeler/ATV/UTVs all welcome […]
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Join local artist Leona Rogers for a hands-on workshop where participants will learn how to create beautiful, lifelike flowers using crepe paper. The class will take place on Saturday, May 2, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center in New York Mills, MN. Each student will receive a […] |
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