Douglas County Community Calendar

Join the Alexandria Figure Skating Club for our Fall Learn to Skate group lessons! Our program provides skaters of all ages and abilities with the opportunity to learn and develop fundamental skating skills in a fun, supportive environment. Whether your skater is stepping onto the ice for the very first time or continuing to build […]

This fun evening for pregnant and parenting teens (ages 11-19) includes a free meal and child care, activities, conversations, and encouraging support. It is a great opportunity to meet with mentors and other teen moms, sharing the joys, fears, and frustrations unique to teen parenting. If you are a pregnant or parenting teen, we would […]

Sip your way through the most wonderful time of the year with exclusive holiday cocktails/mocktails, crafted only for this seasonal pop-up: Winter Wineland.   Enjoy our full cider and wine menu as well, and then extend the celebration by visiting 22 Northmen Brewing Company’s Tinsel Taproom next door for a heavy dose of holiday kitsch […]

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.

Managing people isn't always easy. Learn practical strategies for addressing difficult employee behaviors, setting clear expectations, and holding team members accountable while maintaining a positive workplace culture. In this upcoming webinar, attendees will learn to: - Set and communicate clear workplace expectations - Address performance and behavior issues effectively - Handle difficult employee situations with […]

Join us for Trivia every Wednesday November-April at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. in Alexandria, MN!   teams of 1-6 people Free to play for prizes 4pm-7pm specials: $3 off Appetizers $5 beers (all sizes) Don’t forget to grab a trivia punch card while you’re there for a chance to win free beer during the 2026-2027 […]

Are you struggling with the passing of a loved one? Do you feel you need support to work through your grief? You are not alone. Many people struggle after a loved one has passed but don’t know where to turn.This group is open to anyone who has ever lost a loved one. It doesn’t matter […]

Join the Alexandria Area Young Professionals (AAYP) at our November 5th luncheon featuring Karin Weigel from Cultivate 2 Conquer as she dives into Strengths and how to embrace them. We will also be presenting our first annual AAYP Member Recognition Awards during the luncheon. Young Professionals in their 20s and 30s may attend a luncheon […]

the 42nd Annual Alexandria. Holiday Arts & Crafters Tour, a juried event with nearly 30 local makers, will take place Thurs 4-7; Fri & Sat. 9-5. It will feature local makers only, from woodworking and quilting, to painting, pottery, photography, knits, graphics, soaps, self care, jewelry, furniture and more. Location A this year will be […]

Looking for fun things to do in Alexandria, Minnesota? Put your knowledge to the test at Free Trivia Night at Copper Trail Brewing Co., hosted weekly by Trivia Mafia! Gather your friends, family, or trivia team for an entertaining night of brain-teasing questions, friendly competition, and community fun in historic downtown Alexandria. Trivia Mafia, a […]

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 NorthStar Christian Academy at the Sports Complex. $1 will be collected at the door from each attendee to be donated to the nonprofit of […]

the 42nd Annual Alexandria. Holiday Arts & Crafters Tour, a juried event with nearly 30 local makers, will take place Thurs 4-7; Fri & Sat. 9-5. It will feature local makers only, from woodworking and quilting, to painting, pottery, photography, knits, graphics, soaps, self care, jewelry, furniture and more. Location A this year will be […]

First Lutheran will transform our Gathering Space into a Christmas wonderland and be part of the 2026 Crafter's Tour. Enjoy Christmas crafts, a bake sale, fresh outdoor arrangements, silent-auction items, quilts, lefse, caramel rolls, a coffee bar, and more! Be sure to bring a friend and swing by!

We will be at the Alexandria Hotel & Conference Center. Feel free to enter from the ballroom doors behind the building or through the pool area. Follow the signs! For more info go to Facebook: Alexandria Crafters Sale  

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 […]

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 […]

Warm up your weekend in Alexandria, Minnesota with Friday Night Live Music inside the 22 Northmen Brewing Co. taproom.   Every Friday from 5:30-8:30PM, we feature incredible local and regional musicians, creating the perfect backdrop for crisp beers, hearty bites, and a laid-back night out. Pair the tunes with one of our wood-fired pizzas, baked to […]

Looking for something to do Friday nights in Alexandria? Head over to The Depot Smokehouse and Tavern for live music every week.   Kick off the weekend with great food, cold drinks, and a rotating lineup of talented local and regional musicians. From acoustic sets to high-energy bands, each Friday brings a new vibe to […]

A new show from Lakes Area Theatre – The Werewolf’s Curse – at Carlos Creek mixes comedy & wine—perfect for a fall getaway! Lakes Area Theatre is popping up at the Grand Hall at Carlos Creek Winery for Fall Getaway Weekend with a hilarious comedy packed with multiple characters, multiple accents, ridiculous costumes, and plenty of laughs. […]

Lefsa, Crafts, Baked Goods, Used Books and Puzzles. Lefsa can be pre-ordered by calling the church office 320-763-5164. Carmel, Cinnamon Rolls and Coffee will be served in the morning. Lunch Menu will be Sloppy Jo's, Chips, Broccoli Salad, and Sherbet.

We will be at the Alexandria Hotel & Conference Center. Feel free to enter from the ballroom doors behind the building or through the pool area. Follow the signs! For more info go to Facebook: Alexandria Crafters Sale  

the 42nd Annual Alexandria. Holiday Arts & Crafters Tour, a juried event with nearly 30 local makers, will take place Thurs 4-7; Fri & Sat. 9-5. It will feature local makers only, from woodworking and quilting, to painting, pottery, photography, knits, graphics, soaps, self care, jewelry, furniture and more. Location A this year will be […]

November 7, 2026 | Shalom Lutheran Church Fall Bazaar during the Crafters Tour - One Day only! Come and enjoy a delicious lunch and shop for Holiday Goodies and Crafts! Raffle Tickets for sale day of event!

6-Item Raffle Event - buy tickets at the door on Nov 7 $5 per ticket

First Lutheran will transform our Gathering Space into a Christmas wonderland and be part of the 2026 Crafter's Tour. Enjoy Christmas crafts, a bake sale, fresh outdoor arrangements, silent-auction items, quilts, lefse, caramel rolls, a coffee bar, and more! Be sure to bring a friend and swing by!

Join us on Saturdays for a fun and engaging storytime filled with great books, giggles, and imagination! Perfect for little listeners and their grown ups. Come early, get comfy, and enjoy the magic of stories together!

Join us for a fun weekend of holiday shopping and seasonal bakery treats! We’ve turned our store into a winter wonderland! Sip on hot cider while you shop. Free gift with a $50+ purchase! We are now in our winter hours! Open Saturdays & Sundays 11am-5pm

A new show from Lakes Area Theatre – The Werewolf’s Curse – at Carlos Creek mixes comedy & wine—perfect for a fall getaway! Lakes Area Theatre is popping up at the Grand Hall at Carlos Creek Winery for Fall Getaway Weekend with a hilarious comedy packed with multiple characters, multiple accents, ridiculous costumes, and plenty of laughs. […]

Join us at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. for live music in the taproom Saturday from 5:30-8:30 PM in Alexandria, MN. CLICK HERE to view the music schedule.

A new show from Lakes Area Theatre – The Werewolf’s Curse – at Carlos Creek mixes comedy & wine—perfect for a fall getaway! Lakes Area Theatre is popping up at the Grand Hall at Carlos Creek Winery for Fall Getaway Weekend with a hilarious comedy packed with multiple characters, multiple accents, ridiculous costumes, and plenty of laughs. […]

The first Saturday of the month is KARAOKE NIGHT at Copper Trail! Stop in from 8:00 to close, get your name on the list, and show us what you’ve got to say—err, sing. Also, don’t tell anyone, but we’ve been known to give out some free beers and other prizes to vocalists who make an […]

Join us for a fun weekend of holiday shopping and seasonal bakery treats! We’ve turned our store into a winter wonderland! Sip on hot cider while you shop. Free gift with a $50+ purchase! We are now in our winter hours! Open Saturdays & Sundays 11am-5pm

Sunday, November 8 join us at Carlos Creek for a quick trip to Stars Hollow right here in Alexandria, MN.   11 am-1 pm – cozy fall brunch bingo, gilmore girls themed! all welcome, 21+ to play dressing up as your favorite gilmore girls character encouraged! free to play for prizes grand prize: cozy gilmore […]

A new show from Lakes Area Theatre – The Werewolf’s Curse – at Carlos Creek mixes comedy & wine—perfect for a fall getaway! Lakes Area Theatre is popping up at the Grand Hall at Carlos Creek Winery for Fall Getaway Weekend with a hilarious comedy packed with multiple characters, multiple accents, ridiculous costumes, and plenty of laughs. […]