Alexandria Area Events Calendar

Join us in wishing farewell to the Soldiers deploying in support of Operation Freedom’s Sentinel Family, friends and community are invited to line the streets from 5th Ave to I-94 by 9:30 am for the sendoff from the Alexandria Armory.

REGISTER HERE! https://www.midwestmindful.org/product/mbsr-8-week-on-site/ Join us in person or virtually via Zoom conferencing for this 8 - week course offered only twice a year. COVID protocols in place and class size limited. Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction is proven to diminish anxiety, saddness, and stress - it is proven to increase joy, hope, and compassion. Once registered, […]

Located just north of Downtown, on the Central Lakes Trail and nestled on the shores of Lake Agnes, the Alexandria Farmers Market has a wide variety of locally grown produce, cheese, meats, plants and much more! Enjoy the fresh goods of this farmers market 3 times a week in the summer and fall!

Each month a new set of magazine articles are discussed. Articles can be found in the magazine area of the library.   All are welcome to join this discussion group.

Each month a new set of magazine articles are discussed. Articles can be found in the magazine area of the library.   All are welcome to join this discussion group.

What is The Incredible Years?  Educational Parenting Program  Help parents learn and use effective parenting strategies.  Addresses multiple needs of the family.  Proven to reduce childhood depression, anger, opposition and parent resilience.  Helps parents learn to be more confident in their parenting Topics Include: *Child Directed Play *Academic and Persistence […]

Whether you are a business owner, supervisor, or employee, chances are you have faced a difficult conversation in the workplace. Learn tools to approach the conflict in a way that keeps an open dialogue while being clear about needs and goals. You may find these skills come in handy at home and other places too! […]

Join us on our Facebook page for a Blessing of the Build for our 2020 homebuyer, Stephanie! Share your thoughts in the comments and we'll be sure to write them on the boards of her home.

Join us for an in-person luncheon on Thursday, August 6 at the Alexandria Airport to learn about LifeLink III and all that they do! Lunch will be catered by the Angelina's Restaurant! RSVP is required by 10 am Wednesday, August 5. Don't miss this chance to come together with your other fellow Alexandria Area Young […]

Teens ages 12-19, join Douglas County Teen librarian Zach for a book discussion of The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge by MT Anderson. This book club will take place on Zoom on August 6 at 1:00PM. Registration is required so please call the library at 320-762-3014 and ask for Zach. Book copies are available in the Viking […]

Located just north of Downtown, on the Central Lakes Trail and nestled on the shores of Lake Agnes, the Alexandria Farmers Market has a wide variety of locally grown produce, cheese, meats, plants and much more! Enjoy the fresh goods of this farmers market 3 times a week in the summer and fall!

Live music every Thursday night from 5:30-8:30pm. Visit their website for a schedule of performers.

Join the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce for Wake Up Alexandria, hosted by Knute Nelson Home Care & Hospice! Enjoy some light networking and hear all the latest news and announcements from local businesses and the Nonprofit of the Day, Alexandria Area YMCA, chosen by the host! Wake Up Alexandria is a networking event […]

Sidewalk sales, summer blowouts and crazy fun in stores Downtown!

Fire Pit Productions presents “Barefoot in the Park” Fire Pit Productions presents the classic Neil Simon comedy “Barefoot in the Park” on the outdoor Hilltop Lumber Stage on the grounds of Lakes Area Theatre. The romantic comedy “Barefoot in the Park” was written by Neil Simon and is about two newlyweds. A hard working young […]

Your marriage matters! Let us help you get off to a fantastic start. This class meets all Minnesota Premarital Course requirements and includes: - The Prepare and Enrich Assessment reviewed with a certified coach. - Two couples coaching sessions. - Two group coaching sessions via Zoom (On August 8 & 13, from 9-11 am). - […]

Located just north of Downtown, on the Central Lakes Trail and nestled on the shores of Lake Agnes, the Alexandria Farmers Market has a wide variety of locally grown produce, cheese, meats, plants and much more! Enjoy the fresh goods of this farmers market 3 times a week in the summer and fall!

Every Saturday morning at 10 AM is story time at Cherry Street Books! Geared for children ages 3 - 5, there are always stories, songs and craft activities to take home. No need to pre-register, just show up.

Join the Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association for Support Downtown on Saturdays; S.O.S.! Every Saturday will offer: - $50 Downtown Dollars Giveaway - weekly winners will be announced on the following Monday via the Downtown Merchants Association social media outlets. - pop-up stands from local restaurants and coffee shops - Live music when possible There will […]

Lake: Victoria, Carlos, Geneva, Le Homme Dieu, Darling Species: All Legal Entry Fee: $1,000 Prizes: Over $50,000

Fire Pit Productions presents “Barefoot in the Park” Fire Pit Productions presents the classic Neil Simon comedy “Barefoot in the Park” on the outdoor Hilltop Lumber Stage on the grounds of Lakes Area Theatre. The romantic comedy “Barefoot in the Park” was written by Neil Simon and is about two newlyweds. A hard working young […]