Douglas County Community Calendar

Regular meeting of the Alexandria Public Schools School Board

Type: school only Opponent: Comments: DMS & AAHS Jazz Bands

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.

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.

Come to this session to learn about the Let's Go Fishing Organization. It is when you will sign up to be a volunteer to take out our guests fishing on our pontoons this summer. You only need to attend one of the training sessions. Come to the one that works best for your schedule.

Everyone is Welcome! 12 sessions total instruction or just play! There are plenty of chess boards and chairs available for you! Instructor: Sean Foster Location AAHS Commons Area

Join us every Wednesday October-April for Trivia Night in the brewery tap room from 6:30-8:30. Check out our Wednesday night specials: $3 off appetizers and $5 beers from 4-7. Voted Minnesota’s Best Trivia / Game Night destination by the Star Tribune.

Join us for a free, no obligation, workshop to learn about Medicare and available plans based on the county you live in.

Do you have small repairs; watches, sewing, jewelry, wood items? Bring it to the fix-it clinic at the Alexandria Senior Center on Thursday, April 18 from 12 to 4.

Join us for a free, no obligation, workshop to learn about Medicare and available plans based on the county you live in.

This Earth Day, stop in to the library and learn about one of nature's most amazing features, insects! University of Minnesota Extension Educator Robin Trott will lead the discussion about bugs, with stories and a craft to round up this Earth Day celebration. This program is open to kids of all ages but may fit […]

Find information on Substance Use Disorder, mental health, treatment, support, harm reduction and prevention from over 30 service and support providers. Enjoy a light supper and listen to recovery stories from community members. This free event is open to all community members.

Join KIK-FM and COOL 94.3 every Thursday at Copper Trail Brewing Company for SMART ALEX TRIVIA! It’s FREE to play, with gift card prizes to the top three scoring teams of the night ($50 for first place, $20 for second, and $10 for third place. Gather a team of up to six players and join us 6:00 […]

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 Minnesota Canoes. $1 will be collected at the door from each attendee to be donated to the nonprofit of the day chosen by the […]

We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual Grill-A-Palooza! April 19th-21st we will be having our BIGGEST sale of the year! During the three days of sales there will be cooking demos done by Brand Reps, daily drawings for product giveaways, & Papa K’s Rescue BBQ food truck will be set up in the parking […]

This is a special Meet and Greet time at Evansville Art Center which is showcasing photographs by Photo Club members, participating area photographers and Brandon- Evansville 4th Grade photographers! This exhibit will run from March 8 through April 27 during regular Gallery hours of 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, or by […]

Harvest Pack Food Packing Event hosted by The Church of St. Mary. April 19, 2024 with shifts from 10 am - 8 pm. The opportunity to provide food to those in need is within our reach. Get involved in a fun event with the whole family!

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 […]

Copper Trail Brewing and 205 Grill present DANKNESS DAYS, a celebration of the dankest hops, the beer we make with them, good vibes, snacks, and community. Join us for this two-day mini-festival featuring live music, special beer releases, menu highlights from the grill, limited edition Copper Trail merchandise, and—again—the best of vibes. Stay tuned for […]

Join us for our next quarterly Faith @ Work Lunch featuring Dave + Ann Wilson from Family Life Today!

Women & Wine Over Time! This year we are lifting up themes of our past events. Women 21+ are invited to join us for wine, appetizers, games, silent auction and fun! Proceeds raised go to support the Traveling Tree House and United Way Education Initiatives. Tickets are available the night of the event at the […]

Marching Band Bingo fundraiser. Dinner is provided along with a silent auction and meat raffle. Tickets can be purchased by contacting the Marching Band Boosters.

Don't be late for this very important date! Join us as we journey down the rabbit hole to create memories that will last a lifetime. Get ready for an adventure like no other with our Annual Father Daughter Dance, Wonderland style. This event is open to all father figures, ensuring that no one misses out […]

Join us for live music in the brewery every Friday from 6pm-9pm in Alexandria, MN.   Musician and songwriter Robb Justice has always been inspired by a variety of musical styles—old country, blues, rock and Americana—almost as much as he has been inspired by the untrammeled landscapes,Li he tends to surround himself with.   It […]

Enjoy a drink or two and uncork your creativity while recreating the featured painting of the night, Field of Poppies. Canvas, paint and brushes are provided as well as an experienced instructor who leads you step by step through the process for an unforgettable evening of painting, sipping and socializing! No experience is required! If […]

Creek Avenue is the brainchild of husband and wife duo, Randy and Lex Estes. Hailing from Central Minnesota, together, they give you their own version of atmospheric indie rock, heavily influenced by classic 80's guitars and drum sounds, soaring lead lines, and pop punk undertones. Sing-along to some of your favorite 70s and 80s covers […]

The Vertical Marriage Seminar is entertaining, humorous and provides practical advice and wisdom you can apply in your relationship. Dave and Ann Wilson, Co-Hosts of FamilyLife Today, make the day fun and truly meaningful for all couples seeking God’s presence in their marriage. It is packed with real life experiences that all married couples can […]

If you have taken a state-approved 8-hour Defensive Driving Course (55+) in the past, you are eligible to renew your 10%, 3-year auto insurance discount by taking this state approved, 4-hour refresher course. There is no driving and no test. At the end of the class, you will receive a certificate of completion to provide […]

Today is a special Meet and Greet time at Evansville Art Center which is showcasing photographs by Photo Club members, participating area photographers and Brandon- Evansville 4th Grade photographers! This exhibit will run from March 8 through April 27 during regular Gallery hours of 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, or by […]

We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual Grill-A-Palooza! April 19th-21st we will be having our BIGGEST sale of the year! During the three days of sales there will be cooking demos done by Brand Reps, daily drawings for product giveaways, & Papa K’s Rescue BBQ food truck will be set up in the parking […]

join us for a fun filled morning!

Come join us for a fun lunch! Saturday, April 20 from 11 to 1:30 at the Alexandria Senior Center, 414 Hawthorne Street. We will be featuring Robin Trott as our speaker, lunch, door prizes and a silent auction, all for a ticket price of $25. Get your tickets at the center, or call 320 762 […]

Copper Trail Brewing and 205 Grill present DANKNESS DAYS, a celebration of the dankest hops, the beer we make with them, good vibes, snacks, and community. Join us for this two-day mini-festival featuring live music, special beer releases, menu highlights from the grill, limited edition Copper Trail merchandise, and—again—the best of vibes. Stay tuned for […]

Join us for live music, kid’s activities, informational booths, food, speakers, and more! This FREE event is sponsored by Alexandria Area Indivisible and Citizens for a Sustainable Future. Bring the whole family and join as you are able!

Join us for live music in the winery every Saturday from 2-5 PM.

Ben Stoeck and Dead Nettles presents TWO BIRDS ONE STONER, performing live at Copper Trail’s Dankness Days!

We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual Grill-A-Palooza! April 19th-21st we will be having our BIGGEST sale of the year! During the three days of sales there will be cooking demos done by Brand Reps, daily drawings for product giveaways, & Papa K’s Rescue BBQ food truck will be set up in the parking […]

Get ready to pour your heart out (literally!) at the first-ever Candle Pour Class with Loon Lakes Candles.   Your ticket includes: 🥂 Bottomless Mimosas & Brunch 🥂 Get ready to brunch with bottomless mimosas flowing and a spread that’ll make your taste buds dance. From fluffy pastries to savory bites, it’ll have the fuel […]

Join us April 21 for Sellin Music from 2-4pm at the Alexandria Senior Center, 414 Hawthorne.

NOTE: OUR APRIL 2024 MOVIE IS RATED R FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL USE, AND VERY STRONG LANGUAGE. RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 17+ ONLY. — Join Copper Trail Brewing for a FREE MOVIE NIGHT in the taproom! One or two Sundays a month we’ll be pushing our bedtime back a bit and screening a movie for neighbors, […]