Meet the authors, Frank Weber and Jeanne Cooney at Cherry Street Books!
Come join the Cherry Street Books team to celebrate the most beautiful time of the year! Come and enjoy a beautiful live harp performance, snacks, sales, author discussions and more! Make this Chirstmas unforgettable!
Incredible Years Parenting Program Douglas County Residents • Educational Parenting Program. • Help parents learn and use effective parenting strategies. • Addresses multiple needs of the family. • Strengthen Parent/Child Relationship. • Proven to reduce childhood depression, anger, opposition and increase parental resilience. • Helps parents learn to be more confident in their parenting. Childcare […]
Join Ms. Sarah on Tuesday evenings for storytime via Zoom! She will read stories, sing songs, and bring out some fun storytime accessories! This program is held online so users must have Zoom installed on their phone, computer, or tablet. You can log into these Zoom meetings: https://www.douglascountylibrary.org/?splash=https%3a%2f%2fus02web.zoom.us%2fj%2f89888758388&____isexternal=true This program is recommended for ages 3-5 […]
Preschool storytime is for children ages 3-5. No registration required! Stories come alive with books, puppets, rhymes, and songs! This program is designed to support early literacy skills in preschoolers, while encouraging them to love books at an early age. Siblings are welcome to attend. There will be no storytime on the following dates: 10/19, […]
It’s Trivia Night! Stroll on in for $3 off apps and $5 beers from 4:00-7:00 PM every Wednesday and stay for Minnesota’s Best Trivia starting at 6:30 PM. Teams of 1-6 people play free for prizes.
Join us for a holiday party and Christmas trivia during our December luncheon! This is a casual event to eat, be merry and spread some holiday cheer! Give back opportunity! Bring a new toy with you for a chance to win a door prize! We will be donating collected toys to our local Toys of […]
THE DETAILS $100 first Thursday of every month, 5:30-8:30 pm at WELL & Company dinner for mom-to-be and support person new mom gift from WELL & Company educational material Instructor Lindsey Buttweiler, WHNP-BC, IBCLC Guest speaker Amy Swart, msw, licsw, pmh-c 'Taking care of prenatal & post-partum mental health'
Photo Club begins at an earlier time of 6:00 p.m. this month for a Christmas potluck. Please bring a dish to share. We are still looking at close up and macro photos. Of course, attendees may bring 5 or 6 photos on a jump drive of anything they would like. If you are interested in […]
Join the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce for networking, prize drawings and all the latest news and announcements from local businesses. This Wake Up Alexandria event will be hosted by Productive Alternatives. $1 will be collected at the door from each attendee to be donated to the nonprofit of the day, chosen by the […]
First Friday of December, 9 AM - 3 PM, Friday, Dec. 2, 2022 Douglas County Historical Society MN - Main Level 1219 Nokomis Street, Alexandria, MN 56308 (A change from previous years in the basement!) Your help makes the Bake Sale a successful fundraiser for the Douglas County Historical Society! If you plan to donate […]
For children from birth to 36 months and their parents or caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format perfect for babies. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Baby/Toddler Storytime gives your baby the opportunity to hear lots of language while you get to know other families with little ones. No […]
Alexandria Senior Center Holiday Tables Luncheon Saturday, December 3, 11:00 am Plan to enjoy some holiday season excitement with: • Holiday themed tables • Games and entertainment, Curt Lind is the event MC • Lunch prepared by Chef Janet • Jefferson High School Carolers will perform • Silent auction and Holiday Bake sale This will […]
Believe there is something more, and not sure what? Looking to experience better health or closer relationships? Wishing for more freedom or joy? Feeling out of touch with your purpose? It is YOUR time to consider what YOU would love for YOUR life! When is the last time YOU thought about what YOU really want? […]
Join us, as we volunteer as bell ringers for our local Salvation Army. Saturday, December 3 from 10 am - 6 pm 4 - 2-hour slots (2 people needed per slot) 10 am - noon (booked) Noon - 2 pm 2-4 pm 4-6 pm Location - Walmart Reach out to ypalexandria@gmail.com.
Vikings Sundays: 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4,12/11. $4 Norse Lager & $8 Bavarian Pretzels all day on Vikings Sundays! We’ll have the game up on all our TVs, so get on your purple and gold and come watch the with a cold one in hand! What better place to support the home team than in […]
Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra kicks off the 2022-2023 Concert Season.
All are welcome to join us at First Lutheran as we follow Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem and bring the nativity story to life. The Living Nativity has been a Christmas tradition for our church for 38 years.
Incredible Years Parenting Program Douglas County Residents • Educational Parenting Program. • Help parents learn and use effective parenting strategies. • Addresses multiple needs of the family. • Strengthen Parent/Child Relationship. • Proven to reduce childhood depression, anger, opposition and increase parental resilience. • Helps parents learn to be more confident in their parenting. Childcare […]
Join Ms. Sarah on Tuesday evenings for storytime via Zoom! She will read stories, sing songs, and bring out some fun storytime accessories! This program is held online so users must have Zoom installed on their phone, computer, or tablet. You can log into these Zoom meetings: https://www.douglascountylibrary.org/?splash=https%3a%2f%2fus02web.zoom.us%2fj%2f89888758388&____isexternal=true This program is recommended for ages 3-5 […]
Preschool storytime is for children ages 3-5. No registration required! Stories come alive with books, puppets, rhymes, and songs! This program is designed to support early literacy skills in preschoolers, while encouraging them to love books at an early age. Siblings are welcome to attend. There will be no storytime on the following dates: 10/19, […]
It’s Trivia Night! Stroll on in for $3 off apps and $5 beers from 4:00-7:00 PM every Wednesday and stay for Minnesota’s Best Trivia starting at 6:30 PM. Teams of 1-6 people play free for prizes.
Ross Sutter & Art Bjorngjeld Scandinavian Tunes & Holiday Cheer Two masters of Scandinavian music transport listeners from church hall to music hall, with lively tunes and songs on accordion, guitar, and banjo. The concert includes holiday music from Sweden and Norway with an audience sing-along. This event is free and all ages are welcome!
Sorry! Wrong Chimney – David Tuttle is moonlighting as a department store Santa so that he can buy his wife a fur for Christmas. He tells her he’s working late at the office, but she finds out he isn’t at the office. A suspected other woman, hypnotism, the notorious Santa burglar Kris Kreigle and his […]
Join us for our Holiday Open House at our Alexandria branch! Join us for some hot drinks, treats and a wheel spin to win some cool stuff! Come visit with your Neighbors at Neighborhood National Bank - We cannot wait to see you there!! **Need not be a customer, but must be present to win.
For children from birth to 36 months and their parents or caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format perfect for babies. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement. Baby/Toddler Storytime gives your baby the opportunity to hear lots of language while you get to know other families with little ones. No […]
Second Annual Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center, Saturday December 10th at 9am sponsored by the Alexandria Figure Skating Club. (pre-purchase tickets required) Ticket Cost $15 Child 1 - 12 $20 Adult 13 & up Jolly Mc Jingles will be twisting holiday balloons, Tarra Garin, with Tarra Garin Photography, […]
Lace your own pair of snowshoes during this two day workshop. You will be provided with the equipment and instruction needed to lace your own traditional Ojibwe-style snowshoes. Learn this skill from an experienced instructor through this hands-on and rewarding workshop. This workshop is recommended for ages 10 and up will consist of two consecutive […]
Jess and Sarah will talk about their writing processes, their books, the path to publication, and what's next for each of them. Questions welcome! This event is free and open to the public.
Lace your own pair of snowshoes during this two day workshop. You will be provided with the equipment and instruction needed to lace your own traditional Ojibwe-style snowshoes. Learn this skill from an experienced instructor through this hands-on and rewarding workshop. This workshop is recommended for ages 10 and up will consist of two consecutive […]
Vikings Sundays: 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4,12/11. $4 Norse Lager & $8 Bavarian Pretzels all day on Vikings Sundays! We’ll have the game up on all our TVs, so get on your purple and gold and come watch the with a cold one in hand! What better place to support the home team than in […]
This is a special service held for families who have experienced the death of a child of any age. All parents, grandparents, and other loved ones who are grieving this loss during the holidays are invited to attend. Candles will be lit in remembrance of the children and the service includes special music and poems […]
Incredible Years Parenting Program Douglas County Residents • Educational Parenting Program. • Help parents learn and use effective parenting strategies. • Addresses multiple needs of the family. • Strengthen Parent/Child Relationship. • Proven to reduce childhood depression, anger, opposition and increase parental resilience. • Helps parents learn to be more confident in their parenting. Childcare […]
Join Ms. Sarah on Tuesday evenings for storytime via Zoom! She will read stories, sing songs, and bring out some fun storytime accessories! This program is held online so users must have Zoom installed on their phone, computer, or tablet. You can log into these Zoom meetings: https://www.douglascountylibrary.org/?splash=https%3a%2f%2fus02web.zoom.us%2fj%2f89888758388&____isexternal=true This program is recommended for ages 3-5 […]
Want to say something and not sure what? Looking for more confidence in challenging conversations? Ready to move from discomfort to comfort? By attending Creating Connective Communications, you learn the eleven steps to conflict resolution and peacebuilding. You gain: Confidence to speak up for yourself, Skills to improve the level of understanding in any relationship, […]
Preschool storytime is for children ages 3-5. No registration required! Stories come alive with books, puppets, rhymes, and songs! This program is designed to support early literacy skills in preschoolers, while encouraging them to love books at an early age. Siblings are welcome to attend. There will be no storytime on the following dates: 10/19, […]
In preparation for the New Year, we are naturally in a place of optimism and intentionality. We also are glaringly aware that it is easy for this attitude to drop off when challenges arise. In proactively creating our plans through a growth mindset mentality, we are much more likely to restabilize when we are faced […]
Join us for Christmas Cookies & Coffee December 15th from 10-2 at both Alexandria Bremer Bank locations. We will be serving coffee, and cookies for our holiday open house.
Join the Dragonfly Mental Wellness Foundation for their 1st Annual Holiday Open House at their "New" office at 909 Broadway. Thursday, December 15th from 3-6 pm. Meet the members of the board, learn what we do, what and when our fundraisers are for 2023, and best of all enjoy holiday cookies and cider provided by […]
You are invited to the Ollie Birch community Christmas party! Join us this Thursday, December 15th from 3pm-6pm for 12 deals of Christmas, and treats from Grazing Willows!
It’s Christmas. Ray and Iver are back on stage at Lakes Area Theatre. Alexandria playwright Chuck Grussing has been back on the computer and his mind has turned to the holidays. So come hear what happens at the Skelly gas station. Admission $8
Join the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce for networking, prize drawings and all the latest news and announcements from local businesses. This Wake Up Alexandria event will be hosted by Living Word Lutheran Church. $1 will be collected at the door from each attendee to be donated to the nonprofit of the day chosen […]
Lakes Area Bakers: We need you! The Museum's Christmas Bake Sale is Dec. 16th and we're hoping that you can contribute your famous baked goods to our fundraiser this year! Please contact us if you're able to support us as a baker this year! 320.763.3160 or director@runestonemuseum.org
Paint a holiday scene! The paintings come pre-outlined on the canvas. Kids will just paint the image their desired choice of colors. All materials provided. This program is for kids ages 4 and older. Please note, the holiday scenes are fairly intricate so older children may get the most out of this painting. Registration required. […]
Just For Kix Dance Studio presents "Just kickin' with my Gnomies" winter dance shows on Saturday, December 17, 2022. Dancers from ages 2 yrs old-12th grade will perform.
Just For Kix Dance Studio presents "Just kickin' with my Gnomies" winter dance shows on Saturday, December 17, 2022. Dancers from ages 2 yrs old-12th grade will perform.
On Sunday, December 18th, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be back for a very special family-friendly brunch! They’ll be at Longtrees from 10am-2pm for photo ops and for kids to deliver their wish lists to. Brunch starts at 9am and reservations are encouraged. We’ll have cocoa for the kids and spiked cider and cocoa for […]
Drop off your live Christmas/Holiday trees. Remove all decorations and tree bags. No fees for drop off. Trees will be mulched and used for composting operations. Drop off locations include Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Recycling Center (763-9340), Douglas County Demo/Transfer (763-4712), or Tom Kraemer Inc - Glenwood (634-5668).
Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County invites you to join in celebrating two home dedications for the 2022 Anniversary Build homes. Dedications are the last event before a homebuyer closes on their home. The joy of the family, volunteers, and donors that have given their time or donations of money make the celebration memorable. People […]
Back and better than ever for it’s 3rd consecutive year, this year’s Christmas lights tour will serve as a special fundraiser! The Berglund Family’s Annual Christmas Lights Tour began as a gift to the Alexandria MN Lakes Area in December of 2020. Local resident, Jonah Berglund, decided to open up his own family’s tradition to the […]
Incredible Years Parenting Program Douglas County Residents • Educational Parenting Program. • Help parents learn and use effective parenting strategies. • Addresses multiple needs of the family. • Strengthen Parent/Child Relationship. • Proven to reduce childhood depression, anger, opposition and increase parental resilience. • Helps parents learn to be more confident in their parenting. Childcare […]
Back and better than ever for it’s 3rd consecutive year, this year’s Christmas lights tour will serve as a special fundraiser! The Berglund Family’s Annual Christmas Lights Tour began as a gift to the Alexandria MN Lakes Area in December of 2020. Local resident, Jonah Berglund, decided to open up his own family’s tradition to the […]
Back and better than ever for it’s 3rd consecutive year, this year’s Christmas lights tour will serve as a special fundraiser! The Berglund Family’s Annual Christmas Lights Tour began as a gift to the Alexandria MN Lakes Area in December of 2020. Local resident, Jonah Berglund, decided to open up his own family’s tradition to the […]
It’s Trivia Night! Stroll on in for $3 off apps and $5 beers from 4:00-7:00 PM every Wednesday and stay for Minnesota’s Best Trivia starting at 6:30 PM. Teams of 1-6 people play free for prizes.
Join us for Connect Groups! Come network with other Alexandria Area Young Professionals! Connect Groups will meet twice a month: Every 3rd Thursday from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Willy T's Tavern & Grill Every 4th Thursday from 7:00 am - 8:00 am Common Ground Coffee House Connect Groups purpose is to create a casual […]
Back and better than ever for it’s 3rd consecutive year, this year’s Christmas lights tour will serve as a special fundraiser! The Berglund Family’s Annual Christmas Lights Tour began as a gift to the Alexandria MN Lakes Area in December of 2020. Local resident, Jonah Berglund, decided to open up his own family’s tradition to the […]
Join us as we sing Christmas songs led by Paula Odland, Pat Kalina, and Virginia Hegre. Bring your friends and family and enjoy cider, cookies, & Christmas cheer!
Back and better than ever for it’s 3rd consecutive year, this year’s Christmas lights tour will serve as a special fundraiser! The Berglund Family’s Annual Christmas Lights Tour began as a gift to the Alexandria MN Lakes Area in December of 2020. Local resident, Jonah Berglund, decided to open up his own family’s tradition to the […]
Join us as we celebrate Jesus' birth on Christmas Eve. 10:00am - Children's Service 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm - Candlelight Services All services will be streamed live on YouTube and Facebook Radio - KXRA 100.3FM - 8:00pm TV - Public Access Channel 181 - 7:00pm
Join us as we celebrate Jesus' birth on Christmas Eve. 10:00am - Children's Service 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm - Candlelight Services All services will be streamed live on YouTube and Facebook Radio - KXRA 100.3FM - 8:00pm TV - Public Access Channel 181 - 7:00pm
Join us as we celebrate Jesus' birth on Christmas Eve. 10:00am - Children's Service 2:00pm, 4:00pm, 6:00pm - Candlelight Services All services will be streamed live on YouTube and Facebook Radio - KXRA 100.3FM - 8:00pm TV - Public Access Channel 181 - 7:00pm
Christmas Liturgy Schedule Christmas Eve: 4 pm & 10 pm (incense used at both Masses) Christmas Day: 9 am Congregational caroling will begin 30 minutes before all Masses. Individual Confession: Every Saturday during Advent: 2-4:30 pm
Community Christmas Dinner on Sunday, December 25. No Charge. Donations accepted. For transportation or volunteer call 320-763-3341. .
Incredible Years Parenting Program Douglas County Residents • Educational Parenting Program. • Help parents learn and use effective parenting strategies. • Addresses multiple needs of the family. • Strengthen Parent/Child Relationship. • Proven to reduce childhood depression, anger, opposition and increase parental resilience. • Helps parents learn to be more confident in their parenting. Childcare […]
The National Audubon Society invites birdwatchers to participate in the longest-running community science survey, the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC). On Wednesday, December 28th, birders and nature enthusiasts in Alexandria will take part in this tradition, many rising before dawn to participate. The count requires many volunteers to count in the field and from […]
It’s Trivia Night! Stroll on in for $3 off apps and $5 beers from 4:00-7:00 PM every Wednesday and stay for Minnesota’s Best Trivia starting at 6:30 PM. Teams of 1-6 people play free for prizes.
Through the combined efforts of the USA Clay Target League and the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League more 340 teams from across the state of Minnesota and more than 8000 student athletes will participate in the 2022 Trap Shooting Championship at Alexandria Shooting Park in Alexandria, MN. The nine-day event will bring an […]
Come enjoy an evening in the park by candlelight and moonlight. Walk the trail where you will be guided by the full moon, candles and lanterns. Then come warm up by the wood stove or enjoy snacks and refreshments in the Lakeview warming shelter. This event will be a hike at this time due to […]
Come Celebrate New Year’s with Lakes Area Theatre. Chuck Grussing has been busy writing more. Now we find this new adventure taking us on a journey back in time with a dash of the fun of New Year’s Eve. Admission $8
Bring your whole family out to the Northstar Sports Complex on New Years Eve (Dec 31st) from 5pm-8pm for a evening of fun brought to you by Safe Families for Children. Ring in the new year in style with bubble ball, sumu wrestling and yard games for the big kids. For the little ones there […]