Douglas County Community Calendar

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

This Girls Empowerment Group consists of a 5-day experience filled with individual and team activities to strengthen confidence and self-esteem, improve communication skills, increase trust in and compassion for self and others, and develop leadership skills. All horse-related activities are on the ground. You will not ride the horses.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

Appropriate for kids of all ages! Jerry Frasier is a comic Houdini...a jolt of energy and amazement! With his distinctively smart, animated style, this national entertainer celebrates over three decades of wowing audiences all over America, from New York to L.A. and everywhere in between. Get ready to laugh, let loose and fun it up! […]

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 […]

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

Calling all BOARD GAME LOVERS! Join us for a super fun game night! Make sure you bring a buddy to enjoy the games in our store. We will be playing Forbidden Island and Forbidden Jungle

Alexandria Public Schools Regular School Board Meeting

This Girls Empowerment Group consists of a 5-day experience filled with individual and team activities to strengthen confidence and self-esteem, improve communication skills, increase trust in and compassion for self and others, and develop leadership skills. All horse-related activities are on the ground. You will not ride the horses.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

We take Veteran's for a day of Fishing and/or Pontoon rides. We also provide them with a fish fry meal.

Kids will earn their green thumbs in this class, starting off with learning the basics of planting and taking care of plants. They will help create a special “Children’s Garden” within the Legacy Gardens and can return all summer long to see how it grows!   Grades 1-5 | $7   Register here!

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

We are hosting a kids only book club this summer! The book to be discussed for this month will be “3 Adventures of Deckawoo Drive” by Kate DiCamillo! Join us for a discussion and popcorn snack! This book is geared towards ages 6-9.

A Habitat home dedication is a celebration held at the conclusion of the build – before the family moves into their new home. We recognize all the hard work of the family, volunteers, and supporters. There is a ribbon cutting, prayers, a symbolic key presentation, and a tour of the home. Hear from the homebuyer […]

Lakeshore Restoration Project Fundraiser that aims to unite senior citizens and Lincoln Elementary students for hands-on science education. Join us at the Alexandria Community Wood Fired Oven!

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

This Girls Empowerment Group consists of a 5-day experience filled with individual and team activities to strengthen confidence and self-esteem, improve communication skills, increase trust in and compassion for self and others, and develop leadership skills. All horse-related activities are on the ground. You will not ride the horses.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

A Lifetime Gift with Shelly Halverson What no one wants to discuss could be the best present ever. We plan for weddings, college, vacation and retirement. Why is it so hard to plan for death? Get tools to help you talk to loved ones and prepare at A Lifetime Gift when Certified Celebrant Shelly Halverson suggests open conversation […]

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

Are you ready for the summer!? We will be hosting a KIDS ONLY book club on June 19th (other dates will be July 23rd and August 20th) featuring books by Kate DiCamillo! This is for grades 3-6!

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

A Lifetime Gift with Shelly Halverson What no one wants to discuss could be the best present ever. We plan for weddings, college, vacation and retirement. Why is it so hard to plan for death? Get tools to help you talk to loved ones and prepare at A Lifetime Gift when Certified Celebrant Shelly Halverson suggests open conversation […]

Enjoy live music by Jackson Burns at the Deck Bar and Grill // at Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center  

Marlin, an anxious and overprotective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. A Student Theatre Project production, tickets available for purchase on April 15th.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

This Girls Empowerment Group consists of a 5-day experience filled with individual and team activities to strengthen confidence and self-esteem, improve communication skills, increase trust in and compassion for self and others, and develop leadership skills. All horse-related activities are on the ground. You will not ride the horses.

This program is great for kids as young as kindergarten and older! Be amazed at this skilled puppeteer! Feathers and Strings: An assortment of intricate marionettes are the featured performers in this delightful, amusing and eclectic showcase. Each carefully handcrafted marionette reflects the many years that puppeteer Kurt Hunter has spent perfecting his craft. There’s […]

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

PROGRAM OVERVIEW The Traveling Tree House is a mobile learning center that provides FREE summer learning opportunities for local children. At each visit kids experience 75 minutes of reading, crafts, and activities. A snack and gently used book, of their choice, is sent home with them to keep after each visit. New Parks added in […]

Join us at 3 pm for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Rock N' Willow Ranch located at 3725 County Rd. 36 NE in Parkers Prairie. The event will continue until 7 pm with hors d'oeuvres catered by A'BriTin Catering and live music with Brian Chlian (The Bohunk), and more! Rock […]

Join us for our monthly Connect Groups! Connect group gatherings take place 2 times per month in the morning and evening. They give members the opportunity to get to know other members on a more personal level in small groups. No RSVP necessary, join us when you can! Connect Groups are twice a month: Every […]

One of the best parts of lake life is eating outside, and the Deck Bar and Grill takes that to heart. Join us from Memorial Day to Labor Day in an outdoor setting for happy hour, appetizers, or dinner. We’ll be serving up delicious burgers, tacos, drinks, and kids’ meals, as well as beautiful views […]

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 6-8 […]

Marlin, an anxious and overprotective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. A Student Theatre Project production, tickets available for purchase on April 15th.

Head over to the Douglas County courthouse lawn every Thursday Night for the Summer Concert Series presented by Red Willow Art Coalition. FREE to the public! All concerts begin at 7pm. Bring a lawn chair or blanket!  June 20: Canyon Cowboys – Classic Country Sponsor: Ameriprise/ Village Cooperative  

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

This Girls Empowerment Group consists of a 5-day experience filled with individual and team activities to strengthen confidence and self-esteem, improve communication skills, increase trust in and compassion for self and others, and develop leadership skills. All horse-related activities are on the ground. You will not ride the horses.

Is it Craft or is it Art? We Think it’s both! Evansville Art Center’s June Gallery Exhibit is an eye-catching display of models built by Craig Torgerson and metal sculpture created by DeWayne Johnson. Craig Torgerson, known as an entertainer who has performed at venues all around the area, is also a proficient and award […]

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 […]

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 […]

Every Friday in June and July, the library will be showing a kids movie at 2:00PM in the library's big meeting room. No registration is required. To find out the title of the movie, visit the library's summer reading events page at https://www.douglascountylibrary.org/events/events-calendar/summer-reading-events or call us at 320-762-3013. Due to licensing restrictions, we are unable […]

Join us for live music every summer Friday from 5:30-8:30 pm at Jack’s Pub (if bad weather, inside brewery).   Click HERE for the music schedule.

Join us for live music every Friday night in the 22 Northmen Brewing Co. taproom in Alexandria, Minnesota. Be sure to check out our STOKE Wood-Fired Pizza kitchen while you are here. Located inside the brewery.   Click HERE for the music schedule.

Marlin, an anxious and overprotective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. A Student Theatre Project production, tickets available for purchase on April 15th.

The Alexandria Farmers Market has a wide variety of produce, meat, cheese, plants and much more! Stop by Big Ole Park every Saturday from 9-12 to shop from your local farmers!  

We will be highlighting her favorite Ollie Birch gifts and local businesses complete with swag and prizes served alongside a beautiful brunch in a fun atmosphere for a perfect Saturday Morning. Your ticket includes brunch, NA drink of choice, gifts and a chance for more prizes. Once your ticket(s) has been purchased, you will receive […]

Is it Craft or is it Art? We Think it’s both! Evansville Art Center’s June Gallery Exhibit is an eye-catching display of models built by Craig Torgerson and metal sculpture created by DeWayne Johnson. Craig Torgerson, known as an entertainer who has performed at venues all around the area, is also a proficient and award […]

Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, June 22 at 10 am at Big Ole Park to unveil the Leadership Alexandria class of 2023's class project which features Outboard Motor Sculptures that will be placed throughout the community including Big Ole Park! Leadership Alexandria is a nine-month program through the Alexandria Lakes Area […]

It’s time for story hour! Come join us for stories and fun activities from 10am-11am!

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 […]

Join us for this MN author event with Jeff Krogstad! About the Author: I GREW UP IN THE HOUSE WHERE MY FATHER WAS BORN, ON A MINNESOTA FARM THAT MY GREAT-GRANDFATHER BOUGHT IN 1892. After high school I wandered for a while: I went to college in Seattle, Washington and Fargo, North Dakota. Then I […]

Ida Graves Distillery's cocktail room is now officially open to the public. Our official Grand Opening will take place on June 22nd from 12 to 9 pm. We will be open on Wednesdays to Sundays starting on June 19th. Cheers!

0pen House! Join us for a tour, ice cream and a chance to win a prize. Prize donated by local Photographer Dean Curtis who is well known for his wild horses.

Vineyard and production tours offered on Saturdays Memorial Day Weekend – Labor Day Weekend at 1pm & 3pm (and on holiday weekend Sundays). Tour includes: 1 hour, guided walking tour 2 wine samples on the tour Souvenir wine glass NOTE: Must be 21 or older to go on the tour. Tours are rain or shine […]

Join us June 22nd, Saturday, from 2 to 5 PM for the Lakes Area Pride (LAP) Hang-Out. There is plenty of space at this venue for casual conversation and group table games. Come with family, friends or by yourself. ALL are welcome in this safe and supportive space for the LGBTQ+ community and allies. There […]

Marlin, an anxious and overprotective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. A Student Theatre Project production, tickets available for purchase on April 15th.

Join us every summer Saturday for live music on the wine patio from 2-5 PM. Be sure to check out our STOKE Wood-Fired Pizza kitchen while you are here. Located inside the brewery.

Several local law enforcement and community members are taking part in the Tour de Shield616 Minnesota bike ride June 19-23 to raise funds to purchase day rifle rated armor for first responders. Riders will arrive in Alexandria on Saturday, June 22 for an overnight stay. EVERYONE is encouraged to come out to give them a […]

Join us every summer Saturday night at Bold North Cellars in Alexandria, MN for live music at Jack’s Pub. If bad weather, music will be moved into the brewery.

🎵 Announcing Sammy Davis at 6pm-8:30pm on Saturday, June 22 at The Depot! The Blue Loon Band will finish the night starting at 8:30pm! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that the dynamic Sammy Davis will be performing live outside at The Depot! With his warm personality and wide variety of musical styles, including R&B […]

Celebrate our Seniors and their Families with Us! Fun-Filled Day with Food Trucks, Retail Vendors, Live Music, Door Prize Drawings, Community Resources, Photo Booth, and FREE Coffee, Water, & Cookies. All Ages Welcome. In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day which is June 15th every year. Alexandria City Park: 118 City Park Rd., Alexandria, […]

Join us for a MN author event! About the author: Patsy Kahmann, memoir writer and filmmaker, lives in Minneapolis close to her beloved Minnehaha Falls, but has called many places home. She was born in Kansas City, the second of twelve children, and as a young teen her family was on the move. They came […]

Adam Hammer has a story to tell. It’s a story of fatherhood, homelessness, love, addiction, recovery, pain, comfort and unity told in front of a backdrop of his own unique style of “tattooed folk” music. Hammer’s music is inspired by his roots in small-town Henning, Minn., (population 735) where he was born and raised and […]

Sunday June 23rd 3pm at Legion Park Downtown Alexandria Registration Required! Cash Prizes for all three Brackets 3 point contest $5 entry 50/50 split with the winner Age Brackets 11-14/ $40 per team 15-19/$40 per team 20+/$50 per team