Douglas County Community Calendar

The VFW 936 Alexandria, MN is hosting a blood Drive on Monday Dec 11 from 1:00 pm to 5:00pm at the VFW

Are you turning 65? Coming off a group plan or already on Medicare? This educational Seminar is for you. Questions we will cover in class. • How Medicare works and what to expect with each of the plan options available to you. • The elements of : – Original Medicare part A & B – […]

This is a family style storytime for ages 2-5! Enjoy books and songs in a low-key evening program with a literacy focus. No registration required.

This event is presented by the students of Jesus Cares of St. Paul's, a ministry for the developmentally disabled. The students will tell us about our Savior Jesus Christ through the use of bells. Please join us!

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.

Meet Alexandria native, Tom Peart, and listen to his stories of hockey in the rural heartland on Minnesota. There will be refreshments and a meet and greet at 2:00 with a reading and book signing to follow!  

Alexandria native, Tom Peart, will be doing a meet and greet as well as signing copies of his book "A Vegabond Life" Stories of a Hockey Coach. About the book: When it comes to a career in coaching sports, there is no teaching without doing-and practice doesn't just make perfect, it makes a whole life. […]

Brought to you by the Friends of Christmas, Garden of Lights is a walk-through festive light display in the Legacy Gardens (205 3rd Ave W) that will run the length of the holiday season. Garden of Lights opens on November 24 from 3-6 during Parade of Trees and Christmas at the Fort. From November 25-December […]

The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus, begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, and peace. A remarkable true story, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it.

Join Copper Trail Brewing and host Amy Foxx from KIK FM & COOL 94.3 every Thursday night, 7-9 p.m., for Smart Alex Trivia! Weekly gift card prizes: $50 1st Place, $20 2nd Place, $10 3rd Place   RULES NO PHONES, TABLETS, OR COMPUTERS! Teams may have up to 8 people Kids may participate, but cannot […]

ANNUAL HOLIDAY ATTIRE CONTEST! DRESS UP IN YOUR MOST FESTIVE WEAR FOR A CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES! 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 McCarten Design & Pinecasa Rentals at the […]

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 […]

Santa is in our Treehouse, and he needs helpers of all ages to make crafts with him 11am-7pm Friday to Sunday. Are you tired of trying to get your child not to cry during the 15 seconds they get with Santa after waiting in a long, boring line? Try a different kind of Santa experience […]

Brought to you by the Friends of Christmas, Garden of Lights is a walk-through festive light display in the Legacy Gardens (205 3rd Ave W) that will run the length of the holiday season. Garden of Lights opens on November 24 from 3-6 during Parade of Trees and Christmas at the Fort. From November 25-December […]

The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus, begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, and peace. A remarkable true story, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it.

A special Christmas themed Karaoke and Koffee night at ArtisTree! Come early, grab a hot chocolate and make some crafts with Santa during his Workshop hours immediately prior to this event. Special Christmas themed toppings, free flavors in Hot Chocolate drinks, and half off all extravagant upgrades on waffle bowls will make this night one […]

Come visit Santa and the Mrs. at Minnesota Market! Grab a fresh baked cookie while you are here visiting!

Santa is in our Treehouse, and he needs helpers of all ages to make crafts with him 11am-7pm Friday to Sunday. Are you tired of trying to get your child not to cry during the 15 seconds they get with Santa after waiting in a long, boring line? Try a different kind of Santa experience […]

Join us on December 16th from 12pm-3pm at the Town Hall in Nelson MN! You can decorate Christmas cookies, build a snowman, and make your own ornament. We will also have a few fun games to play and prizes to win! This event is a fundraiser for the Alexandria Jaycees. We hope to bring bigger […]

Brought to you by the Friends of Christmas, Garden of Lights is a walk-through festive light display in the Legacy Gardens (205 3rd Ave W) that will run the length of the holiday season. Garden of Lights opens on November 24 from 3-6 during Parade of Trees and Christmas at the Fort. From November 25-December […]

Get into the festive spirit with our "Here for the Hoedown" winter dance shows, featuring our talented Just For Kix dancers from 3 years old to 12th grade, along with the Alexandria Cardinal Dance Team. 🎟️ Admission: Tickets available online in advance. Door tickets will be available on the day of the event. Don't miss […]

Get into the festive spirit with our "Here for the Hoedown" winter dance shows, featuring our talented Just For Kix dancers from 3 years old to 12th grade, along with the Alexandria Cardinal Dance Team. 🎟️ Admission: Tickets available online in advance. Door tickets will be available on the day of the event. Don't miss […]

Christmas by Candlelight - Bring in the holiday season with award-winning classical crossover artist, Blue Violin, for a series of intimate performances, as he shares a very personal approach to electric and acoustic violin playing alongside stories of travels around the globe. Former 1st violinist of the Boston String Quartet, Blue Violin performs original music […]

The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus, begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, and peace. A remarkable true story, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it.

Step into our winter wonderland and experience a brunch that's bursting with Christmas cheer! While the grown-ups indulge in some delicious concoctions at the bar (the hot cocoa one, that is), the little ones can embark on an enchanting adventure with none other than Mr. and Mrs. Claus themselves. So, mark your calendars and don […]

This winter, vendors from the Alexandria Farmer's Market will be setting up shop monthly at Copper Trail. It’s a great time to gather with friends and shop for local produce, baked goods, breads, canned goods, cheese, eggs, and meats, and grab a beer and bite from 205 Grill while you’re here!

Santa is in our Treehouse, and he needs helpers of all ages to make crafts with him 11am-7pm Friday to Sunday. Are you tired of trying to get your child not to cry during the 15 seconds they get with Santa after waiting in a long, boring line? Try a different kind of Santa experience […]

The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a song. A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus, begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, and peace. A remarkable true story, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it.

Alexandria Area High School Concert Choir, Carolers, Band and Orchestra perform at the annual Christmas Concert in the beautiful Performing Arts Center at the high school. Open to the public, Tickets available for purchase online or by calling the Activities Office at (320) 762-2142 ext. 4530.

Join us for FREE live music from Ben Stoeck in the taproom!

Brought to you by the Friends of Christmas, Garden of Lights is a walk-through festive light display in the Legacy Gardens (205 3rd Ave W) that will run the length of the holiday season. Garden of Lights opens on November 24 from 3-6 during Parade of Trees and Christmas at the Fort. From November 25-December […]

Alexandria Area High School Concert Choir, Carolers, Band and Orchestra perform at the annual Christmas Concert in the beautiful Performing Arts Center at the high school. Open to the public, Tickets available for purchase online or by calling the Activities Office at (320) 762-2142 ext. 4530.

Zion Lutheran School children will share Christmas Hope, Joy, Peace, and Praise! Our society associates many words with Christmas. Some of the first ones that might come to mind may be rather secular, like lights, presents, trees, cookies, and greeting cards. Some even associate words like Santa and reindeer with Christmas. But the Christian treasures […]