Douglas County Community Calendar

Events for the Alexandria/Douglas County area

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Handmade Christmas Market

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Experience the creativity of the Lakes Region’s professional and amateur artists of all ages and levels! From Adorable Clay Animals to Hand Knit Clothing to Jewelry to Paintings, we have something to delight everyone! At the Handmade Christmas Market, all of the Lakes area comes together to celebrate the season of giving with charming one of a kind gifts at affordable prices!

This event is from 11:00am to 8:00pm on December 21, 2024 AND 11:00am to 7:00pm on December 22, 2024 at 11:00am at ArtisTree Cafe (2020 Fillmore Street, Alexandria, MN, United States, Minnesota 56308).

SANTA IS COMING!

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Please join us for a fun filled day, at our Holiday Open House, with goodies and deals!
It’s a great chance to get some holiday shopping done, grab a treat or two, AND visit with and take pictures with Santa!
Let your friends know where Santa is going to be…and we’ll see you there!

Alexandria Arts and Crafters Tour

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The Alexandria Holiday Arts and Crafters Tour, juried and hosted by the Alexandria Art Guild, is a free event for the community which is held in 10 LOCATIONS across the lakes area! It’s packed full of about 30 artists and fine crafters. If you’ve ever wanted to shop local directly from the makers, you’ll love this tour. From handmade soaps, to florals, jewelry, pottery, fabric items, skin care, jams and honey, woodworking, fine art and home decor, this is just a sampling of what you’ll find. Kick off your holiday shopping season and grab a few gifts for all ages Nov. 2, 3 and 4. There are 10 great locations. Grab a map at one of the locations listed below and don’t miss any stop!

HOURS:
Thursday, November 2 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Friday, November 3 and Saturday, November 4 from 9:00 to 5:00.

LOCATIONS:
A. legacy of the lakes boathouse, just west of 3rd and Broadway in Alexandria.
B. 520 East Lake coudry road Northwest. 1.2 mi west on county road 82 from location A.
C. 4365 county road 82 Northwest. Just west on 3rd avenue 3 mi from downtown.
D. 2804 The narrows Drive Southwest, Alexandria. Just on the south side of Lake Latoka, just west of I-94.
E. 5601-CR 21 Southwest Alexandria. This is 1.8 mi south of the narrows location, or take Highway 27 West to county road 21, Just past the pilot truck stop.
F. 3553 Crystal Louise Northwest In Garfield MN.
G. 507 Holmes Ave. in Brandon MN
H. 13694 East Lake Miltona Drive Northeast, on Lake Miltona.
I. 3904 County Road 42 Northeast.
J. 101 3-Havens Drive Northeast Alexandria.
You are welcome to start your journey from any one of these locations and grab a list there to continue to all of them if you wish!

Alexandria Arts and Crafters tour

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The 38th annual holiday Arts and Crafters tour takes place in six locations across the beautiful lakes area. It features 25 + handmade artisans and fine crafters. This free event is a wonderful way to support handmade. Invite your friends today and reserve the date for your holiday shopping fun. Details, map and photos to come. Like and follow www.facebook.com/crafterstour

Hours: Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday from 9:00 to 5:00.

Alexandria Arts and Crafters tour

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The 38th annual holiday Arts and Crafters tour takes place in six locations across the beautiful lakes area. It features 25 + handmade artisans and fine crafters. This free event is a wonderful way to support handmade. Invite your friends today and reserve the date for your holiday shopping fun. Details, map and photos to come. Like and follow www.facebook.com/crafterstour

Hours: Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday from 9:00 to 5:00.

Alexandria Arts and Crafters tour

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The 38th annual holiday Arts and Crafters tour takes place in six locations across the beautiful lakes area. It features 25 + handmade artisans and fine crafters. This free event is a wonderful way to support handmade. Invite your friends today and reserve the date for your holiday shopping fun. Details, map and photos to come. Like and follow www.facebook.com/crafterstour

Hours: Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday from 9:00 to 5:00.