No matter when you decide to visit, you’ll find events happening. We host signature events like the Pequot Lakes Stars & Stripes Days in July. Have you been to the best St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Minnesota?! You’ll find the parade in Crosslake. How about kickin’ your boots up at Lakes Jam—the Lakes Area’s biggest country and rock fest. Other local businesses and communities host festivals, live music, and even fireworks. Make these popular events a family tradition.
MON
July
1
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
MON
July
1
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Bobber Bracelets
Show Your Pequot Lakes PRIDE this Summer!
NEW THIS YEAR - Show your Pequot Lakes pride and support with a Bobber Bracelet! Sales begin June 10th for our bobber bracelets. These $5 bracelets allow the wearer to grab deals and discounts all over town
MON
July
1
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
MON
July
1
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner provided by Cragun's Chef Wayd along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with Garden fresh salad, grille
TUE
July
2
Crosswoods Junior Golf Tournament
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A fun 9 hole golf tournament for juniors 18 & under. Prize drawing for all and awards for age division winners. Cost is $15. Call Crosswoods at 218-692-4653 to pre-register.
TUE
July
2
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Cruise
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Red ,White and Blue Happy Hour and Sightseeing Cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, colorful red white and blue libations, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful G
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July
2
Light Up The Sky Pre-4th of July Fireworks Cruise
8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Come celebrate our independence with Gull Lake Cruises on the pre-4th of July Fireworks Cruise! If you can't be with us on our 4th of July cruise join us on this pre-4th cruise for a fabulous night out on the water. We will be cruising from our dock to Gra
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July
3
4
2019 Stars & Stripes Days
Fireworks, parades, entertainment! Come celebrate our Independence Day with all sorts of activities July 3 and 4 in Pequot Lakes. This two-day event is loaded with family-friendly events and activities!
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July
3
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Lets see if we can catch a few pre 4th of July fireworks from the shores of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes two entree cho
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July
4
Four on the Fourth Fun Run
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The Fifth Annual Four on the Fourth Fun Run will route around beautiful Markee Lake on July 4th in the morning. This family fun event will allow participants to show their patriotism while experiencing a fun run beginning and ending at beautiful Minnesota
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July
4
Whistling Wolf Kids Mini Golf Tourney
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
A fun mini golf tourney for kids 18 & under. Prize drawing for all and awards for age division winners. Played at Whistling Wolf Mini Golf in Crosslake on Thursday, July 4th at 10 am. Call 218-692-7888 to pre-register.
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July
4
Brainerd 4th of July Celebration
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the 4th of July in the Brainerd Lakes Area.
12:00pm will be a corn on the cob feed by the American Legion Post #255 at 708 Front Street, Brainerd.
The parade will begin at 4:00 p.m
The parade starts near Kiwanis Park and travels North on E
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July
4
2019 Stars & Stripes Days PARADE
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
PARADE STARTS AT NOON
EXIT- Pequot Lakes Bus parking lot, due west, turns right on Oak Street, right on Brown Street, left on Front Street, right on Sibley Street, right on Government Drive, right on Woodman and ends at the High School Parking lot.
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July
4
Gull Lake Cruises Red White & Blue Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour Red White and Blue Appetizer cruise. We will be decked out in all our Red White and Blue glory! Enjoy discounted drink prices, Fun Idependence Day beverages, interesting and fun narration from the captain. Ligh
FRI
July
5
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
FRI
July
5
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, Fresh salad, seasonal fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with
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July
6
2019 Grandpa's Run For The Walleye
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Grandpa's Run for the Walleye
Join the 22nd annual community-wide effort to restore the Whitefish Area's Walleye population. Established in memory of Grandpa Boots Buthman, this Crosslake tradition offers events for all ages and abilities. Run, walk or
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July
6
Nisswa Firecracker Run Up North
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Nisswa Firecracker 10K, 5K, and Kidz Run is 'THE' Lake Country Classic! Known for its laid back atmosphere, super comfy event shirts, amazing crawfish boil, Free Pabst, and the Red, White, and Blue Snow party with a Slip'N Slide finish line... The whol
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July
6
2019 Crosslake Original Craft and Flea Market
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Take advantage of excellent and unique shopping opportunities at Crosslake's Original Craft and Flea Market located at the intersection of County Roads 3 and 103.
Held three times each year, Memorial Weekend, 4th of July weekend and Labor Day weekends.
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July
6
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
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July
6
NEW Visitor Center Open House!
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We invite you to JOIN us for an Open House at our NEW Visitor Center located on the grounds of the Crosslake Area Historical Society Village.
As you sip on refreshing lemonade and munch on yummy cookies listen to a previous owner of the building tell t
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July
6
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
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July
6
Gull Lake Cruises Double Bubble Live Music with Joe Mcgown Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Its a Double Bubble Happy Hour live music, sun and fun kind of cruise!!
Join Joe Mcgown, the Captain, and crew for a great day on the water. Joe will kick it up with great tunes from all your favorites including, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet, Keith Urban an
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July
6
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
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July
6
2019 Celebrate America - 49th Annual Fireworks Display
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Fireworks Display over Sand Island at dusk
2019 marks the 49th year the community of Crosslake has been celebrating Americas' freedom with a fantastic fireworks display. Join us on the water or from the shores of Cross Lake to view the display launched f
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July
7
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
SUN
July
7
Moonlight Movie Night
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A family friendly movie will be projected onto a big screen. Watch the movie on blankets, or chairs.
Popcorn and candy will be sold. Drinks will also be available.
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Sunday, July 7 at 9 p.m.
You’re going to need a bigger boat. A giant great
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MON
July
8
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
MON
July
8
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
TUE
July
9
Gull Lake Cruises Americana and Blues Cruise with Lee Bone
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome aboard
Lee Bone is BACK!
Put on your shades and come aboard the North Star to enjoy a 3 hour cruise with some of the best Blues and Americana style music around.
In his laid back style, Lee Bone delivers Americana style music, with cover tunes
TUE
July
9
Business After Hours - Cragun's Legacy Courses
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Cragun's Legacy Courses, Cragun's Legacy Village and the Brainerd Lakes Area Tour Showcase as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at Cragun's Legacy Courses located on the Gull River Road off of the Pine Beach R
TUE
July
9
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread and d
TUE
July
9
Exhibition Show at Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge in Deerwod
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday, July 9 at 7:30 PM at Ruttger's 's Bay Lake Lodge in Deerwood and is open to the public. Come and watch human ski pyramids, barefoot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat.
This event is great fun for the whole family.
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July
11
2019 Free Youth Boating Safety Classes
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Whitefish Chain Yacht Club is sponsoring free youth boating safety classes from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for youths ages 12-17.
THU
July
11
Blue Ox Success Series: Inspire Employees to Participate in Your Recruiting Efforts
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Success Series: Inspire Employees to Participate in Your Recruiting Efforts
Who Should Attend:
Business Owners, Managers and Department Managers
Marketing Professionals
HR Professionals
Non-Profit Organizations
About This Session:
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July
11
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 9”x12”, watercolor on paper, of “Prairie flowers”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend the evening with us. Pleas
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July
11
Gull Lake Cruises Tribute to Sinatra Live Music Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome Aboard!
Take a trip back in time on our Live music Dinner cruise. Kirk Bakken will have you dancing the night away on this Tribute to Sinatra Cruise. From Las Vegas, the Caribbean, Breezy Point to Crosslake and now Gull Lake this entertainer has p
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July
11
Tim Quarberg in Concert @ Our Savior's Lutheran Church
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Presents
Time Quarberg- Songs in the Key of Faith
An evening of songs and stories
Please join us before the concert for our Free Community Table at 5:30PM
FRI
July
12
13
Josh Duffee and His Big Band present The First Ladies of Song
Friday, July 12 & Saturday, July 13: Josh Duffee and his Big Band will return for a two-day music festival, “The First Ladies of Song.” This year, the popular annual event will pay tribute to the iconic female vocalists of the Big Band Era, including Ella
FRI
July
12
Ryan Clair in Concert @ Faith Boost
Ryan Clair in Concert @ Faith Boost
Free will donations for a fellowship meal between shows
Tickets sold at Faith Boost
****All proceeds go to support Ryan's second album.
FRI
July
12
Baxter One Year Party
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Baxter Branch is One Year Old! Come Celebrate with us!
Free lunch from 11-2
First 50 members - grab an envelope
from the Mystery Money Wall*.
Summer Fun Basket Giveaway - water park
passes, movie passes, swim gear, and more*!
Kids - meet Dollar
FRI
July
12
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Fun Day Friday
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Welcome Aboard, Its Funday Friday!!
Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher Funday Friday cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of p
FRI
July
12
2019 Women at the Helm
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Whitefish Yacht Club is sponsoring Women at the Helm, a boating class designed for women. Women will learn the basics of boating and dealing with emergency situations.
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July
13
Kayaking at the Campground
Kayaking at the Campground
Wind, Water & Wheels will teach you everything you need to know to have fun in a kayak! Join us at the Beach located in the US Army Corps of Engineers Campground. Kids and adults welcome and everything is provided (kayak, life
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July
13
2nd Annual Art Crawl in Crosslake Area
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Come and enjoy a tour of 4 area Art Studios! Demos will be going on during the day! Check out the Flyer for details. A short distance between studios in the Crosslake area, Fifty Lakes, and Emily! This is a day for adventure, you will come to a old Barn,
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July
13
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, seasonal fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a ful
SUN
July
14
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
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July
14
Lakes Area Music Festival Tour of Minnesota-Altius String Quartet
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
There are several upcoming opportunities to hear the acclaimed Altius String Quartet perform in nine communities around Minnesota. Named the inaugural ensemble of a new string quartet fellowship of the Lakes Area Music Festival, Altius will perform the ann
SUN
July
14
Brainerd Ski Loons
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi
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July
14
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Sweet Tooth Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Welcome Aboard!
Join the Captain and crew for stunning sunsets and delectable desserts!
Enjoy a stunning sunset cruise on one of Minnesota's most beautiful lakes while sipping a complimentary evening coffee along with indulging in delicious deserts. Sit
MON
July
15
17
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
MON
July
15
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
MON
July
15
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
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July
16
17
2019 Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes
Come and celebrate Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes July 16-17, 2019! The huge cast iron kettles of beans are buried on Tuesday, July 16 so they can cook overnight and be served free of charge on Wednesday, July 17 at noon. It's rootin' tootin' good fun!
TUE
July
16
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
TUE
July
16
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner provided by along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh
WED
July
17
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale
Home-Made Pie, Coffee and Fresh hot-off-the-grill LEFSE (Oof-da, that sounds delicious!)
CRAFTS & BAKE SALE!
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July
17
3rd Annual Ice Cream Social
2:30 PM - 8:00 PM
A FREE event with live music, activities and ice cream. Rain or shine! Enjoy our dining room or outdoor seating under the tent.
You are invited to celebrate summer at Northern Lakes Senior Living. All ages are welcome to this festive afternoon. The mor
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July
18
Nisswa Women's Club Monthly Meeting
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Program: “Heart Health: What’s Gender Got to Do With It?” - Dr. Eric Fenstad
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July
18
Gull Lake Cruises Its Island Time with Bruce and Tiki D!
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome aboard!
Let’s Party! It's "Back to the Island" Live music cruise! 3 hour live Island Music with Bruce Neuman and Tiki D!! Margarita specials flowing at the bar and Island style tacos for snacking. Enjoy some of the best Island style music in the l
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July
18
Adult Painting Class Acrylic on Canvas
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sandy Anderson. All supplies are included for this 12”x16” acrylic on canvas, of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us.
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July
18
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Welcome Aboard!
Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of pop to go with your pizza. Interest
THU
July
18
Grand View Lodge Summer Concert Series: Mick Sterling Tribute Show
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Mick Sterling, a tribute featuring Rolling Stone
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July
18
Ladies Night at Sherwood Forest
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sherwood Forest is excited to host Ladies night - every 3rd Thursday of the month! You will get an opportunity to unWINEd with radio celebrity Tess Taylor and celebrate good times, good company, good food and good fun! Consider this a night out for ladies
FRI
July
19
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
FRI
July
19
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Appetizer Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sunset Appetizer cruise. Enjoy light narration with local trivia from the captain. A wonderful assortment of appetizers on this cruise. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and s
FRI
July
19
Outdoor Movies at the Crosslake Campground
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground - Raiders of the Lost Ark
The US Army Corps of Engineers - Crosslake Campground will be the site for outdoor movies in Crosslake this summer! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a different family friendly m
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July
20
Adult Painting Class
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Lucy Nesheim. All supplies are included for this 8”x10” oil on canvas of a “Tree Peony”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours investing in yourself. P
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July
20
Adult Painting Class
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Lucy Nesheim. All supplies are included for this 8”x 10” oil painting of a Tree Peonie”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours investing in yourself. P
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July
20
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
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July
20
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
SAT
July
20
Minnesota Elks State Golf Tournament
1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
We are looking for golfers who want to participate
win the Elks State Golf Tournament
On July 20’ at Cuyuna Rolling Hills in Deerwood.
You Brainerd Lodge is the host again
for this fun golf scramble. You can find your own 4-
some or call us and we wil
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July
20
Night Under the Stars
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for an evening of fun and fellowship with friends on the lovely grounds of Camp Knutson. The evening features a wine bar, silent auction, dinner, live auction and a program. All proceeds benefit Camp Knutson campers.
Seating is limited so be sur
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July
20
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Sweet Tooth Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Welcome Aboard!
Join the Captain and crew for stunning sunsets and delectable desserts!
Enjoy a stunning sunset cruise on one of Minnesota's most beautiful lakes while sipping a complimentary evening coffee along with indulging in delicious deserts. Sit
SAT
July
20
Moonlight Movie Night
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A family friendly movie will be projected onto a big screen. Watch the movie on blankets, or chairs.
Popcorn and candy will be sold. Drinks will also be available.
THE MUPPET MOVIE
Saturday, July 20 at 9 p.m.
Kermit and the gang head to California
MON
July
22
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
MON
July
22
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
MON
July
22
Music to Participants’ Ears
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The 2019 Altius Quartet, an international strings ensemble from Colorado, will provide music during dinner at the July 22 Bridges of Hope Self-Healing Communities Resiliency Presentation at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Brainerd. The program to follow will
MON
July
22
Youth on Stage-Open Mic
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Our next Youth on Stage Open Mic program is on schedule for July 22. Performance time is 6:30 pm at the Brainerd Eagles on Front Street in Brainerd. If you know any young people age 25 or younger with a talent who would like an opportunity to perform in fr
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July
23
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
TUE
July
23
Business After Hours - Brainerd General Rental
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Brainerd General Rental as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at their new building on Hwy 371 north. Mike's Catering will be serving tantalizing Grilled Pineapple Kabobs, Huli-Huli Teriyaki Sauce with Chicke
TUE
July
23
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread
WED
July
24
27
Pine River Summerfest
12:00 AM
Pine River’s annual summer festival! Check out the arts & crafts, food, music and all the activities! Parade units can register the day of the parade without pre-registration! The parade will assemble on Saturday, July 27th at the Cass Co. Fairgrounds
WED
July
24
CLC Virtual New Student Registration Session
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
New Student Registration Session for all programs. Students will participate in this reg session via ZOOM video conferencing software, and will be contacted with login details prior to the event.
Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/! Pl
WED
July
24
Appreciation Picnic
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
To show my appreciation to my clients and the community, I invite you to stop by for a hotdog!!
This event will be hosted by Lillie Pearo. Lillie is a financial advisor with Stroot, Schumer & Associates and she will be available to answer any questions
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July
25
Essentia Health Pharmacy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Pine River Pharmacy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is at 11:30am, and Pequot Lakes Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is at 12:30pm.
Come & enjoy appetizers, refreshments and free health screenings brought to you by Essentia Health. This event is free and open to the
THU
July
25
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
THU
July
25
CLC All Set for Fall
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
All Set for Fall is an opportunity for you to take care of any “last minute” questions or tasks, so that you arrive on campus in the fall feeling confident and prepared.
Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/! Please feel free to contact u
THU
July
25
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam
Meet at the Dam Tender Building next to the Dam for this free informative 45-minute tour
THU
July
25
Gull Lake Cruises Double Bubble Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Its a Double Bubble Happy Hour sun and fun kind of cruise!!
Join the Captain and crew for a great day on the water. We will kick it up with great tunes from all your favorites including, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet, Keith Urban and many more. We will be f
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July
25
26
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 16”x20” acrylic on canvas of a kayak at sunset called “Quiet Reflections”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a
THU
July
25
Mark Munson Rock Music Camp Concert
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The students and instructors are ready to rock your socks off! Come out and enjoy some classic rock played by some really talented musicians... who just happen to be kids!!
The Mark Munson Rock Music Camp is held at First Lutheran Church in Brainerd
FRI
July
26
Paddle to the Moon and Back
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Come join us for our 2nd Annual Paddle to the Moon (and Back). REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 100 PEOPLE. Cost for registration is $35 this includes the guided paddle, t-shirt and meal at Moonlite Bay. Paddle to the Moon was started by Jim who owns C
FRI
July
26
27
Brainerd Jaycees Street Fest on 7th
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Street Fest was started by the Brainerd Jaycees. Their goal was to create an event that combined fun for the whole community and of course the love of BBQ! Since 2002 the Brainerd Jaycees have been hosting this event along with our amazing sponsors. To l
FRI
July
26
Gull Lake Cruises Tribute to Elvis Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome aboard our three hour Live performance cruise with Chris Olsen!! Chris is one of the most beloved Elvis impersonators in the country. We will rock Gull Lake with songs of Elvis from "Jail House rock" to "Are you lonesome tonight!" and so many more!
FRI
July
26
The French Hillbillies @ Roundhouse Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cold brews and warm music, come in from the heat and chill with The French Hillbillies.
The French Hillbillies is a musical duo; Alexandrine Harris and Sandra Lehman. The music genre they play is Americana with a pinch of French flair.
SAT
July
27
Paul Bunyan Extreme Race
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
PAUL BUNYAN EXTREME RACE
JULY 27 - MOUNT SKI GULL
The Paul Bunyan Extreme Race is a friends and family event designed to promote a healthy lifestyle. Our course is made to challenge people of all ages and abilities. The race will be filled with 22 obst
SAT
July
27
Fishing For Dogs
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Brainerd Lions club welcomes you to come fishing for dogs! This is a fishing event in the Brainerd Lakes Area created by the Brainerd Lions to raise awareness and funds for training, placing, ans caring for the needs of service dogs in our community. L
SAT
July
27
Brainerd Jaycees Lil’ Rubber Duckie Race
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, July 27th – 11:00 am
East River Road
Watch over 5,000 rubber duckies race down East River Road on a giant slip-n-slide, giving one lucky raffle ticket owner a $2,500 cash prize! All of the top 30 ducks will win prizes as well.
Duckies are
SAT
July
27
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Patricia Lintner. All supplies are included for this Mono Printing on a Geli Plate, and then cutting it up to arrange a Collage. All supplies are included for this 9”x12” Collage. No experience is necessary, s
SAT
July
27
Because of Brandon
10:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Because of Brandon, a fund raiser in memory of Brandon Houge, a young man from Ironton who unexpectedly passed away in 2015 from complications of diabetes, will be Saturday, July 27, in Crosby. All proceeds will be used to fund youth diabetes camps,
SAT
July
27
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
SAT
July
27
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Welcome Aboard!
Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of pop to go with your pizza. Interest
SAT
July
27
Defamed Witness @ Roundhouse Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The night is opening up with Jennie T jamming on her Ukulele, then after that check out Defamed Witness. A folkish bluegrass with a little bit of punk thrown in for fun. You won’t want to miss this one!
SUN
July
28
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
MON
July
29
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
MON
July
29
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
MON
July
29
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
MON
July
29
GAME SHOW Night: Jeopardy!
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Have you ever dreamed of competing on Jeopardy before? Well, Roundhouse Brewery and Dynamite Reflections Entertainment brings Jeopardy to Brainerd! Bring the family or Have a night out with Friends! You can compete by yourself or with teams up to 3 people!
TUE
Jul
Aug
30
3
Crow Wing County Fair
2019 Fair Dates: July 30 - August 3
(Schedule Subject to Change)
The Crow Wing County Fair is an annual event held in Brainerd, MN every summer. The Brainerd fair is packed with family and adult activities including a full midway, grand
TUE
July
30
CLC Brainerd Campus New Student Registration Session
1:15 PM - 4:15 PM
New Student Registration Session for all programs
Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/, or walk in registrations are always welcome! Please feel free to contact us at 218-855-8000 or email us at askclc@clcmn.edu with questions.
TUE
July
30
Adventures of The Kayak Lady
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Outdoor enthusiast, Mary, will share travel stories of kayaking the 1,007 lakes of Itasca County! Also known for her gift of photography, she will share some of the glorious moments she captured on her nature filled adventures. Nature lovers and those with
TUE
July
30
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
TUE
July
30
WATERWAY JAY COMING TO CROSSLAKE ON JULY 30TH!
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Summer Social and Seminar, co-sponsored by
WAPOA, WCYC and CWK
to feature speaker Waterway Jay
July 30, 2019 at Manhattan Beach Lodge
Join the Whitefish Area Property Owners Association, the Whitefish Chain Yacht Club and Crow Wing Kayaks to hear
WED
July
31
Gull Lake Cruises Fifth Annual Parrot Head Cruise Live!
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Parrot Heads here we go again! Our Fifth Annual Margaritaville Party on Gull Lake aboard the North Star! Bruce and Tiki D from Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Performing many hits of Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley, Kenny Chesney and many more. If you enjoy Jimmy Buff
WED
July
31
Walking and Running Club Informational Meeting
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come to our meeting on starting a Walking & Running club in Crosslake!
Have some input
WED
July
31
Lakes Area Music Festival Showcases Altius Quartet
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The new LAMF String Quartet Fellowship provides an emerging professional ensemble a paid summer of independent study and performances in Central Minnesota. After an intensive rehearsal retreat period where the group builds their repertoire, they embark
THU
August
1
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, Fresh salad, seasonal fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with
THU
August
1
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza Party Happy Hour Cruise
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Welcome Aboard!
Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza Party cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices along with interesting and fun narration from the Captain and fun trivia questions for all to. This cruise includes a pizza buffet and fresh garden salad al
THU
August
1
Pit Happens @ Roundhouse Brewery
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Serving up some classic smoked chicken thighs and drummies, summer slaw with seasoned chips!
Come support your favorite local musicians at Open Mic Night (7:00) and get your beer and bbq fix ;-)
THU
August
1
Grand View Lodge Summer Concert Series: Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious-Takin' it to the Limit
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious-Tak
THU
August
1
Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Handmade Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Uncons
FRI
August
2
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers this “Camper” painting class with Mary Wolfe. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14” acrylic on canvas. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please RSVP by 4p
FRI
August
2
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Mary Wolke. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14”, acrylic on canvas, of a Camper in the pine trees. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours
FRI
August
2
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
FRI
August
2
Kids Night Out @ The Yard in Pequot Lakes
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Dodgeball! Pizza! Smoothies! Fun!!!! Kiddos ages 5+ are invited to come out and have a BLAST!
Reservations required & space is limited-
Call 218.568.8080 or go to www.TheYardPL.com (Chose Clinic registration - log in or create account - chose Schedul
FRI
August
2
Lakes Area Music Festival – Rhapsody in Blue Gala
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
7 p.m. – Doors open at NP Center Event Space, cash bar
8 p.m. – Program and performance
A hotsy-totsy evening for flappers on the go! Your ticket will include:
Pre-concert cocktail hour (cash bar) with our 60-person orchestra
2019 s
SAT
August
3
12th Annual Chokecherry Festival
12th Annual Chokecherry Festival
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 2019! PEQUOT LAKES
The first Saturday in August marks the 12th Annual Chokecherry Festival in Pequot Lakes and it’s scheduled for August 3rd, 2019.
From the Chokecherry culinary contest, pi
SAT
August
3
Kids Fishing Derby - Crosslake
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The Crosslake Recreation Area will host a free youth fishing derby for kids age 14 and under. Participants must be at the main boat launch by 8:30 a.m. to register. There will be educational programs at 9:00 a.m. followed by fishing at 10:00 a.m. The child
SAT
August
3
Adult Drawing Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a beginning drawing class with Eileen Kulseth. All supplies are included for this 9”x 12”, pencil on paper, drawing class. No experience is necessary for those of you who would like to grow in confidence in your drawing ability. Yo
SAT
August
3
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
SAT
August
3
Meet the Artist and Boot Trunk Show
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Meet Minneapolis artists from Groovy Grains Inc. & Lippie's Little Luxuries. Handmade woodworking items and artisan natural stone jewelry. Place custom orders on woodworking engraving and tailored jewelry. Get your Fall fashion boots and meet Dan Post, D
SAT
August
3
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
SAT
August
3
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
SAT
August
3
Pequot Lakes 3rd Annual Street Dance
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Pequot Lakes Third Annual Street Dance, new location!
On Patriot Avenue next to Pestello’s Pequot Pub!
Bean Bag Tournament 6 to 7, Wyld Ryce Band 7 to 10, and Backpack Cash Raffles!
Beer Garden serving a variety of beers, including an IPA, Food availab
SAT
August
3
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread
SAT
August
3
2019 4th Annual Whitefish Warrior Adventure Run
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A 2 mile journey through the Nordic Ridge Recreation area that will present a variety of fun and challenging adventures (emphasis on fun). You will conquer walls, slippery valleys, test your skills in archery, complete a kayak course and crawl through the
SAT
August
3
Lakes Area Music Festival – Brahms' First
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Edwin Outwater, conductor
Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 1
Johannes Brahms was in his forties when he finally completed his first symphony. New to LAMF this year, our Symphony 101 program will feature Conductor Edwin Outwater leading the audience thr
SAT
August
3
Moonlight Movie Night
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A family friendly movie will be projected onto a big screen. Watch the movie on blankets, or chairs.
Popcorn and candy will be sold. Drinks will also be available.
DIRTY DANCING
Saturday, August 3 at 9 p.m.
A restless teenage girl find summer love
SUN
August
4
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
SUN
August
4
Lakes Area Music Festival –Concert for Families
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Concert for Kids I GOT RHYTHM!
Edwin Outwater, conductor
Our annual family concert invites audiences of any age to experience the joy of rhythm. Boogie with Beethoven and groove with Gershwin! After the concert, participate in our instrument petting zoo
SUN
August
4
Brainerd Ski Loons
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers , and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions w
MON
August
5
9
Community appreciation week
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
We love our Community and Clients! Come join us for a FREE Community Appreciation Week. Sidewalk Sale, Food, Vendors and Give Aways!
Monday Events:
SpanAm; 10am-3pm
Cheese and wine; 4pm-5pm
Meet the owner, Gretchen Rogers
Tuesday Events:
CPAP Dem
MON
August
5
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds
TUE
August
6
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
TUE
August
6
Gull Lake Cruises Double Bubble Live Music with Joe Mcgown Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Its a Double Bubble Tuesday Happy Hour live music, sun and fun kind of cruise!
Join Joe Mcgown the Captain and crew for a great day on the water. Joe will kick it up with great tunes from all your favorites including, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet, Keith Urb
TUE
August
6
National Night Out Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a fun filled night that supports our local Police!!
ALL profits will go to the Pequot Lakes Police Department
Many fun things going on in the park for the kids that night!
TUE
August
6
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
WED
August
7
Cygneture's 3rd Annual Community Celebration
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our 2019 Community Celebration will be held Wednesday, August 7th from 12:00 - 6:00 PM.
Everyone is invited to attend Cygneture Title Solutions' 3rd Annual Community Celebration with great food, games, bouncy house, fun for all ages and prizes!!
This
WED
August
7
40th Anniversary of The Center
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come join us at The Center for a 4 hour celebration! We have music, tours of the building, prizes, appetizers, cake, and donuts! We'll also have the kitchen open for you to come make donuts with us! This is an event you DON'T want to miss!
WED
August
7
Lakes Area Music Festival – France Nuveau
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Claude Debussy: Syrinx
Sonora Slocum, flute
Jules Massenet: Poeme d’avril
Zachary Wilder, tenor
Mary Box, piano
Ernest Chausson: Concerto for Violin, Piano, and String Quartet
Jonathan Magness, violin
Tanya Gabrielian, piano
The freshness of Fre
WED
August
7
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians.
Following evening performance
THU
August
8
Blue Ox Success Series: Build a Customer First- Website that Supports Sales and Operations
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Success Series: Build a Customer First- Website that Supports Sales and Operations
Who Should Attend:
Business Owners and Managers
Marketing Professionals
Non-Profit Organizations
About This Session:
Most small businesses have a hard
THU
August
8
2019 Crosslake Art Show
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.
THU
August
8
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
THU
August
8
Fun With Heroes
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
FREE FAMILY EVENT
Come have fun with your local heroes! We will have fire, military, helicopter, and police to visit with, all of their vehicles to explore and face painting!
THU
August
8
CLC Brainerd Campus New Student Registration Session
1:15 PM - 4:15 PM
New Student Registration Session for all programs
Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/, or walk in registrations are always welcome! Please feel free to contact us at 218-855-8000 or email us at askclc@clcmn.edu with questions.
THU
August
8
2019 Lake Country Crafts & Cones Ice Cream Eating Contest
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
For more than 11 years Lake Country Crafts & Cones has been hosting an annual ice cream eating contest! With categories for all ages, it's not just the kids who dive into the bowls to compete.
THU
August
8
Adult Ceramic Class
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a clay Class with Laura Lynn Kotsmith. All supplies are included for this 8”x 9” heart shape ceramic Platter. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Please RSV
FRI
August
9
10
Nisswa Crazy Days
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us in downtown Nisswa for CRAZY DAYS! This is the 2 day annual event where merchants put merchandise on sale at ridiculous bargains. Tents will be out on the street... some stores open at 8 am; others open at 10:00am.
August 9th from 8:00am to 5:0
FRI
August
9
2019 Crosslake Art Show
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.
FRI
August
9
Deerwood Golf Open
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sign up now for the 28th annual Deerwood Open Golf Scramble on Friday, August 9th at Cuyuna Rolling Hills Golf Course. This 4-person team scramble is hosted by Cuyuna Rolling Hills and includes golf/cart/range/dinner/ and prizes. The first place team will
FRI
August
9
Gull Lake Cruises Beach Balls & Brats Live with Bruce and Tiki D!
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Welcome aboard!
Let’s Party! It's back to the beach with brats on the grill and live music! 3 hour live Island music with Bruce Neuman and Tiki D!! Margarita and summer time fun cocktail specials flowing at the bar. Island style brats for snacking (first
SAT
August
10
2019 Crosslake Firefighters Pig Roast & Classic and Custom Car Show
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
?Crosslake Firefighters host their Annual Pig Roast & Classic and Custom Car Show. Come and see the Crosslake Fire Department and equipment, visit with local firefighters to learn more about the services provided. Fun for the whole family with Fire Truck
SAT
August
10
24th Annual Northwoods Art and Book Festival
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, August 10: The Northwoods Art and Book Festival will feature artists, authors and author presentations in the Hackensack Community Building, Union Congregational Church, and along Lake Avenue East. The 2019 festival will be “bigger, better and
SAT
August
10
Support Your Local Heroes
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This event offers the opportunity to meet & greet your local first responders, the men and women that are there to protect and serve every day to keep our communities safe. This event we will have exhibits and activities throughout the day.
While raisi
SAT
August
10
Annual Camp Knutson Quilt Auction
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Camp Knutson Quilt Auction
Join us at the Annual Camp Knutson Quilt Auction! The quilt viewing and silent auction begin at 9 a.m. and the live auction will begin at 12 noon. Refreshments will be available. Bring your family and friends for a fun day at Ca
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August
10
11
40th Annual Pioneer Days
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
!!! MUSEUM IN MOTION !!!
Join Paul Bunyan Land at This Old Farm Pioneer Days.
Includes; All Rides and Attractions at the Amusement Park, Petting Barn, Pioneer Village, Daily Parades, Vendors, Tractor Exhibit and skill driving, Single Cylinder Gas Eng
SAT
August
10
2019 Crosslake Art Show
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.
SAT
August
10
Roundhouse Brewery Run for Beer
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We are the Minnesota Brewery Running Series and we run for beer!
Join us at Roundhouse Brewing on Saturday Aug 10th @ 10AM** for a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at this awesome brewery!! Weave through the surrounding area at whatever pace you
SAT
August
10
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
SAT
August
10
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
SAT
August
10
Ruttger's Summer Concert Series Presents The Dee Miller Band with special guest Javier Matos
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
MUSIC. LAKE. FRIENDS.
Enjoy great live music on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Summer doesn’t get any better than this. Free for resort guests. $5 for the general public. General admission seating available, or you can bring your lawn chair. Food and
SAT
August
10
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
SAT
August
10
Lakes Area Music Festival - Shaker Loops
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Igor Stravinsky: Danses concertantes
Reinaldo Moya: Vestida de Mar (Dressed in the Sea) [World Premiere]
Francesca Anderegg, violin
John Adams: Shaker Loops
Featuring dance partner House of Makers
The Lakes Area Music Festival’s first world-pr
SAT
August
10
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians.
Following evening performance
SUN
August
11
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
SUN
August
11
2019 Dru Sjodin Open at Whitefish Golf Club
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
We’re inviting you to join us on Sunday, August 11 to honor the memory of Dru Sjodin, a local Pequot Lakes girl, whose life was tragically taken in 2003. By playing in this event you will help support two important causes that positively impact the lives o
SUN
August
11
Lakes Area Music Festival - Shaker Loops
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Igor Stravinsky: Danses concertantes
Reinaldo Moya: Vestida de Mar (Dressed in the Sea) [World Premiere]
Francesca Anderegg, violin
John Adams: Shaker Loops
Featuring dance partner House of Makers
The Lakes Area Music Festival’s first world-pr
SUN
August
11
Brainerd Ski Loons
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi
MON
August
12
Crazy Days in Crosslake Town Square
Crosslake Town Square merchants are hosting CRAZY DAYS! Two days of sidewalk sales, in-store specials and good deals galore! Monday & Tuesday, August 12-13, 2019
Participating merchants include:
Encompassing Beauty
Lakes Area Gallery & Frame Shoppe
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August
12
Enbridge Update Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Special Government Affairs Luncheon:
Enbridge Update & Business Opportunities
11:30 to 1:00 | Monday, August 12th
CTC Room, Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Join the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee for a complimentary luncheon with Enbri
MON
August
12
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. A Buffet of fabulous Appetizers provided. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake soun
TUE
August
13
Crazy Days in Crosslake Town Square
Crosslake Town Square merchants are hosting CRAZY DAYS! Two days of sidewalk sales, in-store specials and good deals galore! Monday & Tuesday, August 12-13, 2019
Participating merchants include:
Encompassing Beauty
Lakes Area Gallery & Frame Shoppe
P
TUE
August
13
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
TUE
August
13
Business After Hours - Encompassing Beauty
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Encompassing Beauty as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 PM at their location in Crosslake. Enjoy light appetizers provided by the host: meat, cheese, and cracker tray with pickles and olives. Also served will
TUE
August
13
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread
WED
August
14
2019 30th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament & Fundraiser
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Brainerd Lakes Chamber and Grand Casino Mille Lacs (Major Sponsor) invite Chamber members to participate in the 30th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament & Fundraiser on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at The Pines at Grand View Lodge. This is a great day of netw
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August
14
Ideal Beef Feed
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ideal Township Fire Department invites you to join them at the annual Ideal Beef Feed. Come rain or shine. The department has sponsored this annual fundraiser since 1978. It is always held on the second Wednesday in August and consists of boneless baron
WED
August
14
Bonnie Cutts: Lecture and Demo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Throughout this two-hour presentation, attendees will learn about a variety of GOLDEN acrylics and the inherent possibilities of acrylic materials. Extensive information about acrylic paints, gels and mediums is presented, including OPEN and High Flow acry
WED
August
14
Brainerd Ski Loons
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi
WED
August
14
Lakes Area Music Festival –Journey to Bach
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Chloe Fedor, leader
Claudio Monteverdi: Toccata and Prologue from L’Orfeo
Anna Dennis, soprano
Heinrich Schütz: Es steh Gott auf, SWV 356
Zachary Wilder, tenor John Taylor Ward, baritone
Heinrich Biber: Battalia à 10
Dieterich Buxtehude: Sonata in C
WED
August
14
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians.
Following evening performance
THU
August
15
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Our Savior's Lutheran Church Rummage Sale
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Find Bargains at the Rummage Sale presented by Our Savior's Lutheran Church of Pequot Lakes
FREE WILL PROCEEDS GO TO MISSIONS
THU
August
15
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
THU
August
15
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam
Meet at the Dam Tender Building next to the Dam for this free informative 45-minute tour
THU
August
15
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
THU
August
15
Road to Recovered
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Josh is a North Memorial AirCare Paramedic that was involved in a helicopter crash on June 28, 2019. He was critically injured. His medical bills are covered, however, there are other things that aren't which is the goal of this benefit dinner and sile
THU
August
15
2019 Crosslaker Community Gathering
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to attend the Crosslaker Community Gathering! Residents, Seasonal residents, Weekenders and Visitors! If you have a passion for Crosslake, then this gathering is for you!
Come hear updates on Crosslaker projects including The National
THU
August
15
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Kathi Mann and Suzanne Fabel. All supplies are included for this 16”x 22” acrylic on a wood pallet, of Stylized Pumpkins. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a f
THU
August
15
Ladies Night at Sherwood Forest
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sherwood Forest is excited to host Ladies night - every 3rd Thursday of the month! You will get an opportunity to unWINEd with radio celebrity Tess Taylor and celebrate good times, good company, good food and good fun! Consider this a night out for ladies
FRI
August
16
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Reeds Fall Classic
Try Before You Buy - On the Water Demo Days
Take a test drive with a Factory Expert on Saturday & Sunday Only!
Call 800-346-0019 to make your test drive reservation today!
Huge sale on Water Sports, Fishing, and Outdoor Gear.
FRI
August
16
Alcohol Ink Workshop
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Patricia Lintner will lead students through the process of exploring alcohol inks on non-pourous paper to experience the fluidity and vibrancy of the medium. Students will create beautiful abstract effects. This class is open to ages 10 and up. No experien
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August
16
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2019 Crazy Days in Pequot Lakes & Breezy Point
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Go Crazy in Pequot Lakes during Crazy Days Friday and Saturday, August 16-17!
Area Specials to GO CRAZY about:
Asian Accents- 10% off all items
Expressions- all on sale!
It’s a Wing Ding Thing- 20% off hand crafted art deco metal coolers
J
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August
16
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Fun Day Friday
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Welcome Aboard, Its Funday Friday!!
Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher Funday Friday cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of p
FRI
August
16
Gull Lake Cruises Elvis Tribute 42 Years of Memories Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Let's rock this boat!
Welcome aboard our live performance three hour cruise with Chris Olsen! Chris is one of the most loved Elvis impersonators in the country. We will rock Gull Lake with songs of Elvis from "Jail House Rock" to "Are You Lonesome Tonight
FRI
August
16
GODSPELL in concert presented by Grace United Methodist Church & Friends
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Come to Grace on August 16th & 17th at 7 p.m. for a presentation of the music of Godspell. The music tells the story of Jesus according to the Gospel message of Matthew. The songs selected are in harmony with Grace’s summer sermon series on the parables of
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August
17
Pequot Lakes Historical Society Guest Speaker Lost in the Woods
The Pequot Lakes Historical Society will be hosting Author James Henderson on Saturday, August 17th at 2 p.m.
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August
17
Kayaking at the Campground
10:30 AM
Kayaking at the Campground
Wind, Water & Wheels will teach you everything you need to know to have fun in a kayak! Join us at the Beach located in the US Army Corps of Engineers Campground. Kids and adults welcome and everything is provided (kayak, life
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August
17
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
SAT
August
17
Ruttger's Summer Concert Series Presents Copperhead Creek
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
MUSIC. LAKE. FRIENDS.
Enjoy great live music on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Summer doesn’t get any better than this. Free for resort guests. $5 for the general public. General admission seating available, or you can bring your lawn chair. Food and
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August
17
GODSPELL in concert presented by Grace United Methodist Church & Friends
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Come to Grace on August 16th & 17th at 7 p.m. for a presentation of the music of Godspell. The music tells the story of Jesus according to the Gospel message of Matthew. The songs selected are in harmony with Grace’s summer sermon series on the parables of
SAT
August
17
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake.
Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
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August
17
Lakes Area Music Festival –The Beautiful Helen of Troy
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Music by Jacques Offenbach
Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy
Premiered December 17, 1864 at the Théâtre des Variétés, Paris Sung in French with English supertitles, spoken dialogue in English (translation by Richard Traubner)
This hysteri
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August
17
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians.
Following evening performance
SAT
August
17
2019 Log Village Heritage Day
11:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Crosslake Area Historical Society Heritage Day
The Historic Log Village comes alive with historic displays, crafts, entertainment and food.
SUN
August
18
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
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August
18
Lakes Area Music Festival –The Beautiful Helen of Troy
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Music by Jacques Offenbach
Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy
Premiered December 17, 1864 at the Théâtre des Variétés, Paris Sung in French with English supertitles, spoken dialogue in English (translation by Richard Traubner)
This hysteri
TUE
August
20
Customer Picnic & Open House for Crosslake Communications
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come to Crosslake Communications Annual Customer Appreciation Open House & Picnic. Enjoy delicious food, gift for each family, door prizes and information booth.
TUE
August
20
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
WED
August
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Lakes Bluegrass Festival 2019
Lakes Bluegrass Festival is the Upper Midwest's Premiere Bluegrass Festival and receives rave reviews! This is a family-friendly event so bring the kids and come for a day, an evening or camp all weekend.
Located in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes Area in
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August
21
Gull Lake Cruises Sunsets in Paradise Cruise with Bruce & Tiki D
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Bruce and Tiki D are back! Island style music with a full dinner buffet. Join us for a relaxing three hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful full dinner buffet along with live island style music to sway the night away on beautiful Gul
WED
August
21
Lakes Area Music Festival – Beethoven's Pastorale
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Courtney Lewis, conductor
Franz Shrecker: Chamber Symphony
Maurice Ravel: Le tombeau de Couperin
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 6, Pastoral
Often times composers’ internal vision outpaced the conventions of their time. Beethoven characteristicall
WED
August
21
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians.
Following evening performance
THU
August
22
Gull Lake Cruises Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour Cruise
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour and sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the Captain, and trivia for all. Try one of our bartender's favorites or our Lakeside Colada! This is a 2
THU
August
22
Adult Clay Class
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a clay class with Laura Lynn Kotsmith. All supplies are included for this “Ceramic Vase” made of clay. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and invest in yourself. Please RSVP by 4pm on August 2
FRI
August
23
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Mary Wolke. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14” acrylic on canvas titled “ Aspens”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please RSVP
FRI
August
23
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
FRI
August
23
12th Annual Mike Wilder Memorial Golf Tournament
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
4 Person - 18 Hole Golf Scramble
Join the Fun, Benefiting Project New Hope, a Lions Club program for Veterans.
Sponsored by: Lakers Lions Project New Hope Mission: To provide Veterans and their families the education, training, and skills necessary t
FRI
August
23
BBQ Dinner at The Center
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Come enjoy a great BBQ dinner cooked by BBQ Master Mike Jay!
Our menu for the night includes: choice of ribs or chicken, cole slaw, corn on the cob, beans, corn bread, pie, and ice cream!
There will be dinner served at 5pm to 6pm then again at 6:30pm
FRI
August
23
Outdoor Movie Night at Trailside Center
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
This is a free event open to anyone! Bring your chair, blankets, pillows, or whatever it takes to get comfy. Enjoy the popcorn! (It's free too) Watch for clues as to what movie will be showing, come to the movie and get put in a drawing, if you're correct
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August
24
Nisswa Viking Festival
A new area event, the Viking Festival © is planned for August 24, 2019 in the Nisswa Pioneer Village. This exciting event will be family-friendly and designed to be both entertaining and educational.
Travel back in time as you walk through an encampmen
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August
24
"Lucky Me" Scholarship Run
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Help us raise money for our scholarship fund so that children can have the opportunity to learn and grow at summer camp.
August 24th
7:30-9:00am - Race Check-In and Packet Pick-Up
Pastries and Coffee by Adirondack Coffee
9:00am - The Run Around
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August
24
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 12”x16” acrylic on canvas titled “Spring Clover”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please
SAT
August
24
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 24, 2019 is the date of this year’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes”. This year’s event will take place at Mills Ford Automotive parking lot in Baxter. Proceeds from the event will go to Sexual Assault Services in Brainerd. So please challenge y
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August
24
Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
The Ruttger's Fall Fashion Show will now take place in Ann's Bay Lake Boutique and will feature complimentary wine and cheese instead of a sit-down luncheon. This event is FREE for everyone and includes:
20% off all Fall clothes and shoes
Extra 1
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August
24
1st Annual Ruttger's Bluegrass Festival
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Two stages. Three bands. An all-american picnic!!
ALL-AMERICAN PICNIC WITH LIVE MUSIC
5-6 p.m.
An all-you-can-eat All-American picnic feast on the East Lawn, paired with live music by Jenna & Martin. The Ruttger’s culinary team will serve a fun an
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August
24
"Tribute to Woodstock 50th Anniversary: Feelin' Alright" Greater Area Performing Arts
7:00 PM
Greater Lakes Area Performing Arts presents this tribute concert to the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock. The show will feature American Pie with Pat and Donna Surface. .
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August
24
Lakes Area Music Festival – Strauss and Tchaikovsky
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Courtney Lewis, conductor
Richard Strauss: Don Juan
Karol Szymanowski: Violin Concerto No. 2
Itamar Zorman, violin
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5
Each year we celebrate the end of our season with a spectacular symphonic finale, and
SAT
August
24
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians.
Following evening performance
SAT
August
24
Outdoor Movies at the Crosslake Campground
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground - A Dogs Way Home
The US Army Corps of Engineers - Crosslake Campground will be the site for outdoor movies in Crosslake this summer! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a different family friendly movie eac
SUN
August
25
Lakes Area Music Festival – Symphony Orchestra
More information coming soon!!
All concerts are provided free, with donations accepted. No tickets or reservations are required.
Seating is general admission, with doors opening an hour prior to performances (a half hour before pre-concert lectures).
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August
25
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
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August
25
Lakes Area Music Festival – Strauss and Tchaikovsky
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Courtney Lewis, conductor
Richard Strauss: Don Juan
Karol Szymanowski: Violin Concerto No. 2
Itamar Zorman, violin
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5
Each year we celebrate the end of our season with a spectacular symphonic finale, and
SUN
August
25
End of Season Bash
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Celebrate the end of a fantastic season with our musicians! Head on over to the Roundhouse Brewery after the final concert of the season where beer, Festival friends, and memories of the season are all on tap
SUN
August
25
Bay Lake Environmental Fund Benefit- Trivia Contest
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Trivia Contest – Everybody Welcome!!
Bay Lake Environmental Fund Benefit
Sunday, August 25, 2019. Registration 6:30, Contest Begins at 7:00.
Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge, 25039 Tame Fish Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN 56444
Cost: $150.00 per table (up to 8), or $20
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The Center Weekly Activities
Monday 26th
7 a.m.-4 p.m. - Exercise Rooms
8 a.m. - Card Recycling
8:30-4 p.m. - Prayer Quilters
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Advice from Ann
9:30 a.m. - Mahjong Lessons
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August
26
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
MON
August
26
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
MON
August
26
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds
TUE
August
27
Special Workshop- Intro to Traction EOS
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Special Workshop- Intro to Traction EOS
Are You Running Your Business or Is Your Business Running You? A Hands-On Workshop based on the Best Selling Book, Traction®
Do you recognize any of the following challenges in your business?
Lack of Control
TUE
August
27
Luncheon with Congressman Pete Stauber
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
11:30 to 1:00 | Tuesday, August 27th
Clow Stamping training center in Merrifield
(Smaller building to the left/south of the main facility)
Please join us for a business luncheon with Congressman Pete Stauber. The Congressman is making a special visi
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August
27
Gull Lake Cruises Appetizers and Lee Bone Sherseth Americana Style
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome Aboard!
Put on your shades and come aboard the North Star to enjoy a 3 hour cruise with some of the best Blues and Americana style music around, along with a variety of appetizers served in the main salon.
In his laid back style, Lee Bone deliver
TUE
August
27
Business After Hours - Brenny Funeral Chapel
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Brenny Family Funeral Chapel as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at their location in Baxter. Meet and learn more about John, Karolyn and their son Alex Brenny, the new owners. Baxter Catering will be ser
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August
28
Wednesday Night Street Drags
The Wednesday Night Drags - Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street-legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on Brainerd International Raceway's world-class drag strip or try their hand at drifting, which is driving through a course i
WED
August
28
2019 Youth Gardening 101 Garden Clean-up
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Garden Clean-up for the Event from June 5, 2019-August 28, 2019.
WED
August
28
Studio Wednesday: Artist Trading Cards
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Trisha Peterson will be our guest artist leading the exploration of creating Artist Trading Cards (ATC).Artist Tading Cards are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Participants will explore a wide array of media such as watercolors, p
THU
August
29
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
THU
August
29
Smile Fest with Okee Dokee Brothers & Seth Doud
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Smile Fest offers free admission, free food & beverages to the first 1,000 attendees. Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket. Featuring Grammy Award winning artists of Okee Dokee Brothers and Seth Doud.
Premiere Sponsors are B.I.C. - Brainerd Industrial
THU
August
29
The Night Out
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The CLC Foundation Presents our 3rd Annual The Night Out
Join us on Thursday, August 29th at the Northern Pacific Event Space at 5:30 PM. Guests will enjoy heavy appetizers from Prairie Bay specially paired with beverage selections from Cash Wise, Ful
THU
August
29
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 9”x12” watercolor titled “Prairie Flowers”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Please
THU
August
29
Ladies Only Poker Night!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This game is all about the ladies!!!
Ever wanted to play Texas Hold’em but not be intimidated?
Want to learn how to play cards with the best of them?
Then THIS NIGHT is for you! We will teach and play a tournament of Texas Hold’em! And the winners g
FRI
August
30
Pequot Lakes East Side Street Dance
Pequot Lakes businesses will host a street dance featuring the Rusty Crayfish Brass Band from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30, on North Washington Avenue.
The event, including outdoor games, is free and open to everyone.
Rusty Crayfish is a New Orlean
FRI
August
30
State of the Lakes Area Event
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us to hear about The State of the Lakes Area in Crosslake and be one of the first to hear about the huge developments in the Crosslake area, including the National Loon Center. For our seasonal neighbors, finding information on what is happening in yo
FRI
August
30
The Woods Patio Party & Corn Feed!
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a Patio Party & Corn Feed on August 30th from 6-9! Meat Raffle, Live Music, Corn Feed & Fun! Buy a drink, get your corn free!!!!
FRI
August
30
Fourteen Stories @ Roundhouse Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Acoustic renderings of Country, Rock, and Pop music from the 60’s to today!
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BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
Bobber Bracelets
Show Your Pequot Lakes PRIDE this Summer! NEW THIS YEAR - Show your Pequot Lakes pride and support with a Bobber Bracelet! Sales begin June 10th for our bobber bracelets. These $5 bracelets allow the wearer to grab deals and discounts all over town
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner provided by Cragun's Chef Wayd along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with Garden fresh salad, grille
Crosswoods Junior Golf Tournament
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
A fun 9 hole golf tournament for juniors 18 & under. Prize drawing for all and awards for age division winners. Cost is $15. Call Crosswoods at 218-692-4653 to pre-register.
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Cruise
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Red ,White and Blue Happy Hour and Sightseeing Cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, colorful red white and blue libations, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful G
Light Up The Sky Pre-4th of July Fireworks Cruise
8:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Come celebrate our independence with Gull Lake Cruises on the pre-4th of July Fireworks Cruise! If you can't be with us on our 4th of July cruise join us on this pre-4th cruise for a fabulous night out on the water. We will be cruising from our dock to Gra
2019 Stars & Stripes Days
Fireworks, parades, entertainment! Come celebrate our Independence Day with all sorts of activities July 3 and 4 in Pequot Lakes. This two-day event is loaded with family-friendly events and activities! https://chambermaster.blob.core.windows.net/userfile
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Lets see if we can catch a few pre 4th of July fireworks from the shores of Gull Lake. Dinner includes two entree cho
Four on the Fourth Fun Run
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The Fifth Annual Four on the Fourth Fun Run will route around beautiful Markee Lake on July 4th in the morning. This family fun event will allow participants to show their patriotism while experiencing a fun run beginning and ending at beautiful Minnesota
Whistling Wolf Kids Mini Golf Tourney
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
A fun mini golf tourney for kids 18 & under. Prize drawing for all and awards for age division winners. Played at Whistling Wolf Mini Golf in Crosslake on Thursday, July 4th at 10 am. Call 218-692-7888 to pre-register.
Brainerd 4th of July Celebration
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the 4th of July in the Brainerd Lakes Area. 12:00pm will be a corn on the cob feed by the American Legion Post #255 at 708 Front Street, Brainerd. The parade will begin at 4:00 p.m The parade starts near Kiwanis Park and travels North on E
2019 Stars & Stripes Days PARADE
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
PARADE STARTS AT NOON EXIT- Pequot Lakes Bus parking lot, due west, turns right on Oak Street, right on Brown Street, left on Front Street, right on Sibley Street, right on Government Drive, right on Woodman and ends at the High School Parking lot.
Gull Lake Cruises Red White & Blue Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour Red White and Blue Appetizer cruise. We will be decked out in all our Red White and Blue glory! Enjoy discounted drink prices, Fun Idependence Day beverages, interesting and fun narration from the captain. Ligh
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, Fresh salad, seasonal fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with
2019 Grandpa's Run For The Walleye
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Grandpa's Run for the Walleye Join the 22nd annual community-wide effort to restore the Whitefish Area's Walleye population. Established in memory of Grandpa Boots Buthman, this Crosslake tradition offers events for all ages and abilities. Run, walk or
Nisswa Firecracker Run Up North
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Nisswa Firecracker 10K, 5K, and Kidz Run is 'THE' Lake Country Classic! Known for its laid back atmosphere, super comfy event shirts, amazing crawfish boil, Free Pabst, and the Red, White, and Blue Snow party with a Slip'N Slide finish line... The whol
2019 Crosslake Original Craft and Flea Market
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Take advantage of excellent and unique shopping opportunities at Crosslake's Original Craft and Flea Market located at the intersection of County Roads 3 and 103. Held three times each year, Memorial Weekend, 4th of July weekend and Labor Day weekends.
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
NEW Visitor Center Open House!
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We invite you to JOIN us for an Open House at our NEW Visitor Center located on the grounds of the Crosslake Area Historical Society Village. As you sip on refreshing lemonade and munch on yummy cookies listen to a previous owner of the building tell t
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Double Bubble Live Music with Joe Mcgown Cruise
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Its a Double Bubble Happy Hour live music, sun and fun kind of cruise!! Join Joe Mcgown, the Captain, and crew for a great day on the water. Joe will kick it up with great tunes from all your favorites including, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet, Keith Urban an
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
2019 Celebrate America - 49th Annual Fireworks Display
10:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Fireworks Display over Sand Island at dusk 2019 marks the 49th year the community of Crosslake has been celebrating Americas' freedom with a fantastic fireworks display. Join us on the water or from the shores of Cross Lake to view the display launched f
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
Moonlight Movie Night
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A family friendly movie will be projected onto a big screen. Watch the movie on blankets, or chairs. Popcorn and candy will be sold. Drinks will also be available. JAWS Sunday, July 7 at 9 p.m. You’re going to need a bigger boat. A giant great whi
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
Gull Lake Cruises Americana and Blues Cruise with Lee Bone
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome aboard Lee Bone is BACK! Put on your shades and come aboard the North Star to enjoy a 3 hour cruise with some of the best Blues and Americana style music around. In his laid back style, Lee Bone delivers Americana style music, with cover tunes
Business After Hours - Cragun's Legacy Courses
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Cragun's Legacy Courses, Cragun's Legacy Village and the Brainerd Lakes Area Tour Showcase as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at Cragun's Legacy Courses located on the Gull River Road off of the Pine Beach R
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread and d
Exhibition Show at Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge in Deerwod
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday, July 9 at 7:30 PM at Ruttger's 's Bay Lake Lodge in Deerwood and is open to the public. Come and watch human ski pyramids, barefoot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat. This event is great fun for the whole family.
2019 Free Youth Boating Safety Classes
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Whitefish Chain Yacht Club is sponsoring free youth boating safety classes from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for youths ages 12-17.
Blue Ox Success Series: Inspire Employees to Participate in Your Recruiting Efforts
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Success Series: Inspire Employees to Participate in Your Recruiting Efforts Who Should Attend: Business Owners, Managers and Department Managers Marketing Professionals HR Professionals Non-Profit Organizations About This Session:
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 9”x12”, watercolor on paper, of “Prairie flowers”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend the evening with us. Pleas
Gull Lake Cruises Tribute to Sinatra Live Music Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome Aboard! Take a trip back in time on our Live music Dinner cruise. Kirk Bakken will have you dancing the night away on this Tribute to Sinatra Cruise. From Las Vegas, the Caribbean, Breezy Point to Crosslake and now Gull Lake this entertainer has p
Tim Quarberg in Concert @ Our Savior's Lutheran Church
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Presents Time Quarberg- Songs in the Key of Faith An evening of songs and stories Please join us before the concert for our Free Community Table at 5:30PM
Josh Duffee and His Big Band present The First Ladies of Song
Friday, July 12 & Saturday, July 13: Josh Duffee and his Big Band will return for a two-day music festival, “The First Ladies of Song.” This year, the popular annual event will pay tribute to the iconic female vocalists of the Big Band Era, including Ella
Ryan Clair in Concert @ Faith Boost
Ryan Clair in Concert @ Faith Boost Free will donations for a fellowship meal between shows Tickets sold at Faith Boost ****All proceeds go to support Ryan's second album.
Baxter One Year Party
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
The Baxter Branch is One Year Old! Come Celebrate with us! Free lunch from 11-2 First 50 members - grab an envelope from the Mystery Money Wall*. Summer Fun Basket Giveaway - water park passes, movie passes, swim gear, and more*! Kids - meet Dollar
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Fun Day Friday
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Welcome Aboard, Its Funday Friday!! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher Funday Friday cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of p
2019 Women at the Helm
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Whitefish Yacht Club is sponsoring Women at the Helm, a boating class designed for women. Women will learn the basics of boating and dealing with emergency situations.
Kayaking at the Campground
Kayaking at the Campground Wind, Water & Wheels will teach you everything you need to know to have fun in a kayak! Join us at the Beach located in the US Army Corps of Engineers Campground. Kids and adults welcome and everything is provided (kayak, life
2nd Annual Art Crawl in Crosslake Area
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Come and enjoy a tour of 4 area Art Studios! Demos will be going on during the day! Check out the Flyer for details. A short distance between studios in the Crosslake area, Fifty Lakes, and Emily! This is a day for adventure, you will come to a old Barn,
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, seasonal fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a ful
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
Lakes Area Music Festival Tour of Minnesota-Altius String Quartet
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
There are several upcoming opportunities to hear the acclaimed Altius String Quartet perform in nine communities around Minnesota. Named the inaugural ensemble of a new string quartet fellowship of the Lakes Area Music Festival, Altius will perform the ann
Brainerd Ski Loons
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Sweet Tooth Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew for stunning sunsets and delectable desserts! Enjoy a stunning sunset cruise on one of Minnesota's most beautiful lakes while sipping a complimentary evening coffee along with indulging in delicious deserts. Sit
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
2019 Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes
Come and celebrate Bean Hole Days in Pequot Lakes July 16-17, 2019! The huge cast iron kettles of beans are buried on Tuesday, July 16 so they can cook overnight and be served free of charge on Wednesday, July 17 at noon. It's rootin' tootin' good fun!
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner provided by along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale Home-Made Pie, Coffee and Fresh hot-off-the-grill LEFSE (Oof-da, that sounds delicious!) CRAFTS & BAKE SALE!
3rd Annual Ice Cream Social
2:30 PM - 8:00 PM
A FREE event with live music, activities and ice cream. Rain or shine! Enjoy our dining room or outdoor seating under the tent. You are invited to celebrate summer at Northern Lakes Senior Living. All ages are welcome to this festive afternoon. The mor
Nisswa Women's Club Monthly Meeting
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Program: “Heart Health: What’s Gender Got to Do With It?” - Dr. Eric Fenstad
Gull Lake Cruises Its Island Time with Bruce and Tiki D!
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome aboard! Let’s Party! It's "Back to the Island" Live music cruise! 3 hour live Island Music with Bruce Neuman and Tiki D!! Margarita specials flowing at the bar and Island style tacos for snacking. Enjoy some of the best Island style music in the l
Adult Painting Class Acrylic on Canvas
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sandy Anderson. All supplies are included for this 12”x16” acrylic on canvas, of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us.
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of pop to go with your pizza. Interest
Grand View Lodge Summer Concert Series: Mick Sterling Tribute Show
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Mick Sterling, a tribute featuring Rolling Stone
Ladies Night at Sherwood Forest
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sherwood Forest is excited to host Ladies night - every 3rd Thursday of the month! You will get an opportunity to unWINEd with radio celebrity Tess Taylor and celebrate good times, good company, good food and good fun! Consider this a night out for ladies
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Appetizer Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sunset Appetizer cruise. Enjoy light narration with local trivia from the captain. A wonderful assortment of appetizers on this cruise. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and s
Outdoor Movies at the Crosslake Campground
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground - Raiders of the Lost Ark The US Army Corps of Engineers - Crosslake Campground will be the site for outdoor movies in Crosslake this summer! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a different family friendly m
Adult Painting Class
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Lucy Nesheim. All supplies are included for this 8”x10” oil on canvas of a “Tree Peony”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours investing in yourself. P
Adult Painting Class
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Lucy Nesheim. All supplies are included for this 8”x 10” oil painting of a Tree Peonie”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours investing in yourself. P
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Minnesota Elks State Golf Tournament
1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
We are looking for golfers who want to participate win the Elks State Golf Tournament On July 20’ at Cuyuna Rolling Hills in Deerwood. You Brainerd Lodge is the host again for this fun golf scramble. You can find your own 4- some or call us and we wil
Night Under the Stars
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for an evening of fun and fellowship with friends on the lovely grounds of Camp Knutson. The evening features a wine bar, silent auction, dinner, live auction and a program. All proceeds benefit Camp Knutson campers. Seating is limited so be sur
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Sweet Tooth Cruise
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew for stunning sunsets and delectable desserts! Enjoy a stunning sunset cruise on one of Minnesota's most beautiful lakes while sipping a complimentary evening coffee along with indulging in delicious deserts. Sit
Moonlight Movie Night
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A family friendly movie will be projected onto a big screen. Watch the movie on blankets, or chairs. Popcorn and candy will be sold. Drinks will also be available. THE MUPPET MOVIE Saturday, July 20 at 9 p.m. Kermit and the gang head to California
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
Music to Participants’ Ears
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The 2019 Altius Quartet, an international strings ensemble from Colorado, will provide music during dinner at the July 22 Bridges of Hope Self-Healing Communities Resiliency Presentation at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Brainerd. The program to follow will
Youth on Stage-Open Mic
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Our next Youth on Stage Open Mic program is on schedule for July 22. Performance time is 6:30 pm at the Brainerd Eagles on Front Street in Brainerd. If you know any young people age 25 or younger with a talent who would like an opportunity to perform in fr
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Business After Hours - Brainerd General Rental
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Brainerd General Rental as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at their new building on Hwy 371 north. Mike's Catering will be serving tantalizing Grilled Pineapple Kabobs, Huli-Huli Teriyaki Sauce with Chicke
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread
Pine River Summerfest
12:00 AM
Pine River’s annual summer festival! Check out the arts & crafts, food, music and all the activities! Parade units can register the day of the parade without pre-registration! The parade will assemble on Saturday, July 27th at the Cass Co. Fairgrounds
CLC Virtual New Student Registration Session
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
New Student Registration Session for all programs. Students will participate in this reg session via ZOOM video conferencing software, and will be contacted with login details prior to the event. Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/! Pl
Appreciation Picnic
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
To show my appreciation to my clients and the community, I invite you to stop by for a hotdog!! This event will be hosted by Lillie Pearo. Lillie is a financial advisor with Stroot, Schumer & Associates and she will be available to answer any questions
Essentia Health Pharmacy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Pine River Pharmacy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is at 11:30am, and Pequot Lakes Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is at 12:30pm. Come & enjoy appetizers, refreshments and free health screenings brought to you by Essentia Health. This event is free and open to the
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
CLC All Set for Fall
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
All Set for Fall is an opportunity for you to take care of any “last minute” questions or tasks, so that you arrive on campus in the fall feeling confident and prepared. Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/! Please feel free to contact u
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam Meet at the Dam Tender Building next to the Dam for this free informative 45-minute tour
Gull Lake Cruises Double Bubble Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Its a Double Bubble Happy Hour sun and fun kind of cruise!! Join the Captain and crew for a great day on the water. We will kick it up with great tunes from all your favorites including, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet, Keith Urban and many more. We will be f
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 16”x20” acrylic on canvas of a kayak at sunset called “Quiet Reflections”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a
Mark Munson Rock Music Camp Concert
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The students and instructors are ready to rock your socks off! Come out and enjoy some classic rock played by some really talented musicians... who just happen to be kids!! The Mark Munson Rock Music Camp is held at First Lutheran Church in Brainerd
Paddle to the Moon and Back
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Come join us for our 2nd Annual Paddle to the Moon (and Back). REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 100 PEOPLE. Cost for registration is $35 this includes the guided paddle, t-shirt and meal at Moonlite Bay. Paddle to the Moon was started by Jim who owns C
Brainerd Jaycees Street Fest on 7th
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Street Fest was started by the Brainerd Jaycees. Their goal was to create an event that combined fun for the whole community and of course the love of BBQ! Since 2002 the Brainerd Jaycees have been hosting this event along with our amazing sponsors. To l
Gull Lake Cruises Tribute to Elvis Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Welcome aboard our three hour Live performance cruise with Chris Olsen!! Chris is one of the most beloved Elvis impersonators in the country. We will rock Gull Lake with songs of Elvis from "Jail House rock" to "Are you lonesome tonight!" and so many more!
The French Hillbillies @ Roundhouse Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cold brews and warm music, come in from the heat and chill with The French Hillbillies. The French Hillbillies is a musical duo; Alexandrine Harris and Sandra Lehman. The music genre they play is Americana with a pinch of French flair.
Paul Bunyan Extreme Race
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
PAUL BUNYAN EXTREME RACE JULY 27 - MOUNT SKI GULL The Paul Bunyan Extreme Race is a friends and family event designed to promote a healthy lifestyle. Our course is made to challenge people of all ages and abilities. The race will be filled with 22 obst
Fishing For Dogs
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The Brainerd Lions club welcomes you to come fishing for dogs! This is a fishing event in the Brainerd Lakes Area created by the Brainerd Lions to raise awareness and funds for training, placing, ans caring for the needs of service dogs in our community. L
Brainerd Jaycees Lil’ Rubber Duckie Race
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday, July 27th – 11:00 am East River Road Watch over 5,000 rubber duckies race down East River Road on a giant slip-n-slide, giving one lucky raffle ticket owner a $2,500 cash prize! All of the top 30 ducks will win prizes as well. Duckies are
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Patricia Lintner. All supplies are included for this Mono Printing on a Geli Plate, and then cutting it up to arrange a Collage. All supplies are included for this 9”x12” Collage. No experience is necessary, s
Because of Brandon
10:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Because of Brandon, a fund raiser in memory of Brandon Houge, a young man from Ironton who unexpectedly passed away in 2015 from complications of diabetes, will be Saturday, July 27, in Crosby. All proceeds will be used to fund youth diabetes camps,
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of pop to go with your pizza. Interest
Defamed Witness @ Roundhouse Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The night is opening up with Jennie T jamming on her Ukulele, then after that check out Defamed Witness. A folkish bluegrass with a little bit of punk thrown in for fun. You won’t want to miss this one!
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Happy Hour Appetizer Sightseeing Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake where all the wonderful lake sounds
GAME SHOW Night: Jeopardy!
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Have you ever dreamed of competing on Jeopardy before? Well, Roundhouse Brewery and Dynamite Reflections Entertainment brings Jeopardy to Brainerd! Bring the family or Have a night out with Friends! You can compete by yourself or with teams up to 3 people!
Crow Wing County Fair
2019 Fair Dates: July 30 - August 3 (Schedule Subject to Change) The Crow Wing County Fair is an annual event held in Brainerd, MN every summer. The Brainerd fair is packed with family and adult activities including a full midway, grand
CLC Brainerd Campus New Student Registration Session
1:15 PM - 4:15 PM
New Student Registration Session for all programs Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/, or walk in registrations are always welcome! Please feel free to contact us at 218-855-8000 or email us at askclc@clcmn.edu with questions.
Adventures of The Kayak Lady
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Outdoor enthusiast, Mary, will share travel stories of kayaking the 1,007 lakes of Itasca County! Also known for her gift of photography, she will share some of the glorious moments she captured on her nature filled adventures. Nature lovers and those with
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
WATERWAY JAY COMING TO CROSSLAKE ON JULY 30TH!
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Summer Social and Seminar, co-sponsored by WAPOA, WCYC and CWK to feature speaker Waterway Jay July 30, 2019 at Manhattan Beach Lodge Join the Whitefish Area Property Owners Association, the Whitefish Chain Yacht Club and Crow Wing Kayaks to hear
Gull Lake Cruises Fifth Annual Parrot Head Cruise Live!
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Parrot Heads here we go again! Our Fifth Annual Margaritaville Party on Gull Lake aboard the North Star! Bruce and Tiki D from Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Performing many hits of Jimmy Buffet, Bob Marley, Kenny Chesney and many more. If you enjoy Jimmy Buff
Walking and Running Club Informational Meeting
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come to our meeting on starting a Walking & Running club in Crosslake! Have some input
Lakes Area Music Festival Showcases Altius Quartet
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The new LAMF String Quartet Fellowship provides an emerging professional ensemble a paid summer of independent study and performances in Central Minnesota. After an intensive rehearsal retreat period where the group builds their repertoire, they embark
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, Fresh salad, seasonal fresh fruit, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza Party Happy Hour Cruise
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Welcome Aboard! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza Party cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices along with interesting and fun narration from the Captain and fun trivia questions for all to. This cruise includes a pizza buffet and fresh garden salad al
Pit Happens @ Roundhouse Brewery
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Serving up some classic smoked chicken thighs and drummies, summer slaw with seasoned chips! Come support your favorite local musicians at Open Mic Night (7:00) and get your beer and bbq fix ;-)
Grand View Lodge Summer Concert Series: Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious-Takin' it to the Limit
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious-Tak
Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Unconscious
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand View Lodge’s 4th Annual Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Hubbard Broadcasting and Tito’s Handmade Vodka! The Summer Concert Series will be on the driving range at the Pines Golf Course. Enjoy live music by Fabulous Armadillos & Collective Uncons
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers this “Camper” painting class with Mary Wolfe. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14” acrylic on canvas. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please RSVP by 4p
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Mary Wolke. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14”, acrylic on canvas, of a Camper in the pine trees. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
Kids Night Out @ The Yard in Pequot Lakes
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Dodgeball! Pizza! Smoothies! Fun!!!! Kiddos ages 5+ are invited to come out and have a BLAST! Reservations required & space is limited- Call 218.568.8080 or go to www.TheYardPL.com (Chose Clinic registration - log in or create account - chose Schedul
Lakes Area Music Festival – Rhapsody in Blue Gala
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
7 p.m. – Doors open at NP Center Event Space, cash bar 8 p.m. – Program and performance A hotsy-totsy evening for flappers on the go! Your ticket will include: Pre-concert cocktail hour (cash bar) with our 60-person orchestra 2019 s
12th Annual Chokecherry Festival
12th Annual Chokecherry Festival SATURDAY, AUGUST 3RD, 2019! PEQUOT LAKES The first Saturday in August marks the 12th Annual Chokecherry Festival in Pequot Lakes and it’s scheduled for August 3rd, 2019. From the Chokecherry culinary contest, pi
Kids Fishing Derby - Crosslake
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
The Crosslake Recreation Area will host a free youth fishing derby for kids age 14 and under. Participants must be at the main boat launch by 8:30 a.m. to register. There will be educational programs at 9:00 a.m. followed by fishing at 10:00 a.m. The child
Adult Drawing Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a beginning drawing class with Eileen Kulseth. All supplies are included for this 9”x 12”, pencil on paper, drawing class. No experience is necessary for those of you who would like to grow in confidence in your drawing ability. Yo
2019 Crosslake Area Library Book Sale
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Crosslake Area Library Book Sale Hundreds of books on sale with all proceeds going to support the Crosslake Area Library
Meet the Artist and Boot Trunk Show
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Meet Minneapolis artists from Groovy Grains Inc. & Lippie's Little Luxuries. Handmade woodworking items and artisan natural stone jewelry. Place custom orders on woodworking engraving and tailored jewelry. Get your Fall fashion boots and meet Dan Post, D
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Pequot Lakes 3rd Annual Street Dance
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Pequot Lakes Third Annual Street Dance, new location! On Patriot Avenue next to Pestello’s Pequot Pub! Bean Bag Tournament 6 to 7, Wyld Ryce Band 7 to 10, and Backpack Cash Raffles! Beer Garden serving a variety of beers, including an IPA, Food availab
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread
2019 4th Annual Whitefish Warrior Adventure Run
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A 2 mile journey through the Nordic Ridge Recreation area that will present a variety of fun and challenging adventures (emphasis on fun). You will conquer walls, slippery valleys, test your skills in archery, complete a kayak course and crawl through the
Lakes Area Music Festival – Brahms' First
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Edwin Outwater, conductor Johannes Brahms: Symphony No. 1 Johannes Brahms was in his forties when he finally completed his first symphony. New to LAMF this year, our Symphony 101 program will feature Conductor Edwin Outwater leading the audience thr
Moonlight Movie Night
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
A family friendly movie will be projected onto a big screen. Watch the movie on blankets, or chairs. Popcorn and candy will be sold. Drinks will also be available. DIRTY DANCING Saturday, August 3 at 9 p.m. A restless teenage girl find summer love
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
Lakes Area Music Festival –Concert for Families
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Concert for Kids I GOT RHYTHM! Edwin Outwater, conductor Our annual family concert invites audiences of any age to experience the joy of rhythm. Boogie with Beethoven and groove with Gershwin! After the concert, participate in our instrument petting zoo
Brainerd Ski Loons
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers , and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions w
Community appreciation week
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
We love our Community and Clients! Come join us for a FREE Community Appreciation Week. Sidewalk Sale, Food, Vendors and Give Aways! Monday Events: SpanAm; 10am-3pm Cheese and wine; 4pm-5pm Meet the owner, Gretchen Rogers Tuesday Events: CPAP Dem
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
Gull Lake Cruises Double Bubble Live Music with Joe Mcgown Cruise
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Its a Double Bubble Tuesday Happy Hour live music, sun and fun kind of cruise! Join Joe Mcgown the Captain and crew for a great day on the water. Joe will kick it up with great tunes from all your favorites including, Van Morrison, Jimmy Buffet, Keith Urb
National Night Out Fundraiser
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a fun filled night that supports our local Police!! ALL profits will go to the Pequot Lakes Police Department Many fun things going on in the park for the kids that night!
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
Cygneture's 3rd Annual Community Celebration
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Our 2019 Community Celebration will be held Wednesday, August 7th from 12:00 - 6:00 PM. Everyone is invited to attend Cygneture Title Solutions' 3rd Annual Community Celebration with great food, games, bouncy house, fun for all ages and prizes!! This
40th Anniversary of The Center
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Come join us at The Center for a 4 hour celebration! We have music, tours of the building, prizes, appetizers, cake, and donuts! We'll also have the kitchen open for you to come make donuts with us! This is an event you DON'T want to miss!
Lakes Area Music Festival – France Nuveau
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Claude Debussy: Syrinx Sonora Slocum, flute Jules Massenet: Poeme d’avril Zachary Wilder, tenor Mary Box, piano Ernest Chausson: Concerto for Violin, Piano, and String Quartet Jonathan Magness, violin Tanya Gabrielian, piano The freshness of Fre
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance
Blue Ox Success Series: Build a Customer First- Website that Supports Sales and Operations
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Success Series: Build a Customer First- Website that Supports Sales and Operations Who Should Attend: Business Owners and Managers Marketing Professionals Non-Profit Organizations About This Session: Most small businesses have a hard
2019 Crosslake Art Show
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
Fun With Heroes
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
FREE FAMILY EVENT Come have fun with your local heroes! We will have fire, military, helicopter, and police to visit with, all of their vehicles to explore and face painting!
CLC Brainerd Campus New Student Registration Session
1:15 PM - 4:15 PM
New Student Registration Session for all programs Sign up online at: http://www.clcmn.edu/registration/, or walk in registrations are always welcome! Please feel free to contact us at 218-855-8000 or email us at askclc@clcmn.edu with questions.
2019 Lake Country Crafts & Cones Ice Cream Eating Contest
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
For more than 11 years Lake Country Crafts & Cones has been hosting an annual ice cream eating contest! With categories for all ages, it's not just the kids who dive into the bowls to compete.
Adult Ceramic Class
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a clay Class with Laura Lynn Kotsmith. All supplies are included for this 8”x 9” heart shape ceramic Platter. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Please RSV
Nisswa Crazy Days
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us in downtown Nisswa for CRAZY DAYS! This is the 2 day annual event where merchants put merchandise on sale at ridiculous bargains. Tents will be out on the street... some stores open at 8 am; others open at 10:00am. August 9th from 8:00am to 5:0
2019 Crosslake Art Show
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.
Deerwood Golf Open
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sign up now for the 28th annual Deerwood Open Golf Scramble on Friday, August 9th at Cuyuna Rolling Hills Golf Course. This 4-person team scramble is hosted by Cuyuna Rolling Hills and includes golf/cart/range/dinner/ and prizes. The first place team will
Gull Lake Cruises Beach Balls & Brats Live with Bruce and Tiki D!
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Welcome aboard! Let’s Party! It's back to the beach with brats on the grill and live music! 3 hour live Island music with Bruce Neuman and Tiki D!! Margarita and summer time fun cocktail specials flowing at the bar. Island style brats for snacking (first
2019 Crosslake Firefighters Pig Roast & Classic and Custom Car Show
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
?Crosslake Firefighters host their Annual Pig Roast & Classic and Custom Car Show. Come and see the Crosslake Fire Department and equipment, visit with local firefighters to learn more about the services provided. Fun for the whole family with Fire Truck
24th Annual Northwoods Art and Book Festival
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, August 10: The Northwoods Art and Book Festival will feature artists, authors and author presentations in the Hackensack Community Building, Union Congregational Church, and along Lake Avenue East. The 2019 festival will be “bigger, better and
Support Your Local Heroes
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This event offers the opportunity to meet & greet your local first responders, the men and women that are there to protect and serve every day to keep our communities safe. This event we will have exhibits and activities throughout the day. While raisi
Annual Camp Knutson Quilt Auction
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Camp Knutson Quilt Auction Join us at the Annual Camp Knutson Quilt Auction! The quilt viewing and silent auction begin at 9 a.m. and the live auction will begin at 12 noon. Refreshments will be available. Bring your family and friends for a fun day at Ca
40th Annual Pioneer Days
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
!!! MUSEUM IN MOTION !!! Join Paul Bunyan Land at This Old Farm Pioneer Days. Includes; All Rides and Attractions at the Amusement Park, Petting Barn, Pioneer Village, Daily Parades, Vendors, Tractor Exhibit and skill driving, Single Cylinder Gas Eng
2019 Crosslake Art Show
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Crosslake Art Club's 35th Annual Art Show and Sale, is August 8-10, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Crosslake Community Center. Over 50 local artists will display and sell their original art work in oil, watercolor, collage, pastel, pottery and jewelry.
Roundhouse Brewery Run for Beer
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
We are the Minnesota Brewery Running Series and we run for beer! Join us at Roundhouse Brewing on Saturday Aug 10th @ 10AM** for a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at this awesome brewery!! Weave through the surrounding area at whatever pace you
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Ruttger's Summer Concert Series Presents The Dee Miller Band with special guest Javier Matos
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
MUSIC. LAKE. FRIENDS. Enjoy great live music on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Summer doesn’t get any better than this. Free for resort guests. $5 for the general public. General admission seating available, or you can bring your lawn chair. Food and
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
Lakes Area Music Festival - Shaker Loops
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Igor Stravinsky: Danses concertantes Reinaldo Moya: Vestida de Mar (Dressed in the Sea) [World Premiere] Francesca Anderegg, violin John Adams: Shaker Loops Featuring dance partner House of Makers The Lakes Area Music Festival’s first world-pr
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
2019 Dru Sjodin Open at Whitefish Golf Club
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
We’re inviting you to join us on Sunday, August 11 to honor the memory of Dru Sjodin, a local Pequot Lakes girl, whose life was tragically taken in 2003. By playing in this event you will help support two important causes that positively impact the lives o
Lakes Area Music Festival - Shaker Loops
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Igor Stravinsky: Danses concertantes Reinaldo Moya: Vestida de Mar (Dressed in the Sea) [World Premiere] Francesca Anderegg, violin John Adams: Shaker Loops Featuring dance partner House of Makers The Lakes Area Music Festival’s first world-pr
Brainerd Ski Loons
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi
Crazy Days in Crosslake Town Square
Crosslake Town Square merchants are hosting CRAZY DAYS! Two days of sidewalk sales, in-store specials and good deals galore! Monday & Tuesday, August 12-13, 2019 Participating merchants include: Encompassing Beauty Lakes Area Gallery & Frame Shoppe P
Enbridge Update Luncheon
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Special Government Affairs Luncheon: Enbridge Update & Business Opportunities 11:30 to 1:00 | Monday, August 12th CTC Room, Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce Join the Chamber’s Government Affairs Committee for a complimentary luncheon with Enbri
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. A Buffet of fabulous Appetizers provided. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake soun
Crazy Days in Crosslake Town Square
Crosslake Town Square merchants are hosting CRAZY DAYS! Two days of sidewalk sales, in-store specials and good deals galore! Monday & Tuesday, August 12-13, 2019 Participating merchants include: Encompassing Beauty Lakes Area Gallery & Frame Shoppe P
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
Business After Hours - Encompassing Beauty
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Encompassing Beauty as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 PM at their location in Crosslake. Enjoy light appetizers provided by the host: meat, cheese, and cracker tray with pickles and olives. Also served will
Gull Lake Cruises Dinner Cruise
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes Chefs choice, two entree choices along with fresh salad, vegetable, potato or rice, fresh baked bread
2019 30th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament & Fundraiser
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Brainerd Lakes Chamber and Grand Casino Mille Lacs (Major Sponsor) invite Chamber members to participate in the 30th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament & Fundraiser on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at The Pines at Grand View Lodge. This is a great day of netw
Ideal Beef Feed
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ideal Township Fire Department invites you to join them at the annual Ideal Beef Feed. Come rain or shine. The department has sponsored this annual fundraiser since 1978. It is always held on the second Wednesday in August and consists of boneless baron
Bonnie Cutts: Lecture and Demo
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Throughout this two-hour presentation, attendees will learn about a variety of GOLDEN acrylics and the inherent possibilities of acrylic materials. Extensive information about acrylic paints, gels and mediums is presented, including OPEN and High Flow acry
Brainerd Ski Loons
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Brainerd Ski Loons will be performing a FREE water ski show at Lum Park! Come and watch human ski pyramids, ski jumpers, bare foot skiers, and skiers being pulled 360 degrees around the boat! This event is great fun for the whole family. Concessions wi
Lakes Area Music Festival –Journey to Bach
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Chloe Fedor, leader Claudio Monteverdi: Toccata and Prologue from L’Orfeo Anna Dennis, soprano Heinrich Schütz: Es steh Gott auf, SWV 356 Zachary Wilder, tenor John Taylor Ward, baritone Heinrich Biber: Battalia à 10 Dieterich Buxtehude: Sonata in C
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance
Our Savior's Lutheran Church Rummage Sale
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Find Bargains at the Rummage Sale presented by Our Savior's Lutheran Church of Pequot Lakes FREE WILL PROCEEDS GO TO MISSIONS
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Historical Tour of the Pine River Dam Meet at the Dam Tender Building next to the Dam for this free informative 45-minute tour
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Road to Recovered
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Josh is a North Memorial AirCare Paramedic that was involved in a helicopter crash on June 28, 2019. He was critically injured. His medical bills are covered, however, there are other things that aren't which is the goal of this benefit dinner and sile
2019 Crosslaker Community Gathering
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to attend the Crosslaker Community Gathering! Residents, Seasonal residents, Weekenders and Visitors! If you have a passion for Crosslake, then this gathering is for you! Come hear updates on Crosslaker projects including The National
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Kathi Mann and Suzanne Fabel. All supplies are included for this 16”x 22” acrylic on a wood pallet, of Stylized Pumpkins. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a f
Ladies Night at Sherwood Forest
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sherwood Forest is excited to host Ladies night - every 3rd Thursday of the month! You will get an opportunity to unWINEd with radio celebrity Tess Taylor and celebrate good times, good company, good food and good fun! Consider this a night out for ladies
Reeds Fall Classic
Try Before You Buy - On the Water Demo Days Take a test drive with a Factory Expert on Saturday & Sunday Only! Call 800-346-0019 to make your test drive reservation today! Huge sale on Water Sports, Fishing, and Outdoor Gear.
Alcohol Ink Workshop
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Patricia Lintner will lead students through the process of exploring alcohol inks on non-pourous paper to experience the fluidity and vibrancy of the medium. Students will create beautiful abstract effects. This class is open to ages 10 and up. No experien
2019 Crazy Days in Pequot Lakes & Breezy Point
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Go Crazy in Pequot Lakes during Crazy Days Friday and Saturday, August 16-17! Area Specials to GO CRAZY about: Asian Accents- 10% off all items Expressions- all on sale! It’s a Wing Ding Thing- 20% off hand crafted art deco metal coolers J
Gull Lake Cruises Pizza and Pitcher Fun Day Friday
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Welcome Aboard, Its Funday Friday!! Join the Captain and crew on our Pizza and Pitcher Funday Friday cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, along with your first pitcher of domestic beer for your group up to 4 people per pitcher or bottomless pitcher of p
Gull Lake Cruises Elvis Tribute 42 Years of Memories Cruise
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Let's rock this boat! Welcome aboard our live performance three hour cruise with Chris Olsen! Chris is one of the most loved Elvis impersonators in the country. We will rock Gull Lake with songs of Elvis from "Jail House Rock" to "Are You Lonesome Tonight
GODSPELL in concert presented by Grace United Methodist Church & Friends
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Come to Grace on August 16th & 17th at 7 p.m. for a presentation of the music of Godspell. The music tells the story of Jesus according to the Gospel message of Matthew. The songs selected are in harmony with Grace’s summer sermon series on the parables of
Pequot Lakes Historical Society Guest Speaker Lost in the Woods
The Pequot Lakes Historical Society will be hosting Author James Henderson on Saturday, August 17th at 2 p.m.
Kayaking at the Campground
10:30 AM
Kayaking at the Campground Wind, Water & Wheels will teach you everything you need to know to have fun in a kayak! Join us at the Beach located in the US Army Corps of Engineers Campground. Kids and adults welcome and everything is provided (kayak, life
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Ruttger's Summer Concert Series Presents Copperhead Creek
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
MUSIC. LAKE. FRIENDS. Enjoy great live music on the shores of beautiful Bay Lake. Summer doesn’t get any better than this. Free for resort guests. $5 for the general public. General admission seating available, or you can bring your lawn chair. Food and
GODSPELL in concert presented by Grace United Methodist Church & Friends
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Come to Grace on August 16th & 17th at 7 p.m. for a presentation of the music of Godspell. The music tells the story of Jesus according to the Gospel message of Matthew. The songs selected are in harmony with Grace’s summer sermon series on the parables of
Gull Lake Cruises Sunset Dinner Cruise
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a two hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful dinner along with light narration and trivia of Gull Lake. Dinner includes two entree choices along with salad, vegetable, potatoes or rice, fresh baked bread and a dessert. C
Lakes Area Music Festival –The Beautiful Helen of Troy
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Music by Jacques Offenbach Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy Premiered December 17, 1864 at the Théâtre des Variétés, Paris Sung in French with English supertitles, spoken dialogue in English (translation by Richard Traubner) This hysteri
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance
2019 Log Village Heritage Day
11:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Crosslake Area Historical Society Heritage Day The Historic Log Village comes alive with historic displays, crafts, entertainment and food.
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
Lakes Area Music Festival –The Beautiful Helen of Troy
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Music by Jacques Offenbach Libretto by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy Premiered December 17, 1864 at the Théâtre des Variétés, Paris Sung in French with English supertitles, spoken dialogue in English (translation by Richard Traubner) This hysteri
Customer Picnic & Open House for Crosslake Communications
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Come to Crosslake Communications Annual Customer Appreciation Open House & Picnic. Enjoy delicious food, gift for each family, door prizes and information booth.
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Cruise
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Happy Hour and Sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the captain, and trivia. This is a 2 hour cruise on beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds and sights. We
Lakes Bluegrass Festival 2019
Lakes Bluegrass Festival is the Upper Midwest's Premiere Bluegrass Festival and receives rave reviews! This is a family-friendly event so bring the kids and come for a day, an evening or camp all weekend. Located in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes Area in
Gull Lake Cruises Sunsets in Paradise Cruise with Bruce & Tiki D
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Bruce and Tiki D are back! Island style music with a full dinner buffet. Join us for a relaxing three hour dinner cruise on beautiful Gull Lake! Enjoy a wonderful full dinner buffet along with live island style music to sway the night away on beautiful Gul
Lakes Area Music Festival – Beethoven's Pastorale
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Courtney Lewis, conductor Franz Shrecker: Chamber Symphony Maurice Ravel: Le tombeau de Couperin Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 6, Pastoral Often times composers’ internal vision outpaced the conventions of their time. Beethoven characteristicall
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance
Gull Lake Cruises Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour Cruise
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour and sightseeing cruise. Enjoy discounted drink prices, interesting and fun narration from the Captain, and trivia for all. Try one of our bartender's favorites or our Lakeside Colada! This is a 2
Adult Clay Class
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a clay class with Laura Lynn Kotsmith. All supplies are included for this “Ceramic Vase” made of clay. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and invest in yourself. Please RSVP by 4pm on August 2
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Mary Wolke. All supplies are included for this 11”x 14” acrylic on canvas titled “ Aspens”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please RSVP
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
12th Annual Mike Wilder Memorial Golf Tournament
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
4 Person - 18 Hole Golf Scramble Join the Fun, Benefiting Project New Hope, a Lions Club program for Veterans. Sponsored by: Lakers Lions Project New Hope Mission: To provide Veterans and their families the education, training, and skills necessary t
BBQ Dinner at The Center
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Come enjoy a great BBQ dinner cooked by BBQ Master Mike Jay! Our menu for the night includes: choice of ribs or chicken, cole slaw, corn on the cob, beans, corn bread, pie, and ice cream! There will be dinner served at 5pm to 6pm then again at 6:30pm
Outdoor Movie Night at Trailside Center
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
This is a free event open to anyone! Bring your chair, blankets, pillows, or whatever it takes to get comfy. Enjoy the popcorn! (It's free too) Watch for clues as to what movie will be showing, come to the movie and get put in a drawing, if you're correct
Nisswa Viking Festival
A new area event, the Viking Festival © is planned for August 24, 2019 in the Nisswa Pioneer Village. This exciting event will be family-friendly and designed to be both entertaining and educational. Travel back in time as you walk through an encampmen
"Lucky Me" Scholarship Run
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Help us raise money for our scholarship fund so that children can have the opportunity to learn and grow at summer camp. August 24th 7:30-9:00am - Race Check-In and Packet Pick-Up Pastries and Coffee by Adirondack Coffee 9:00am - The Run Around
Adult Painting Class
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 12”x16” acrylic on canvas titled “Spring Clover”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a few hours with us. Please
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday, August 24, 2019 is the date of this year’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes”. This year’s event will take place at Mills Ford Automotive parking lot in Baxter. Proceeds from the event will go to Sexual Assault Services in Brainerd. So please challenge y
Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
The Ruttger's Fall Fashion Show will now take place in Ann's Bay Lake Boutique and will feature complimentary wine and cheese instead of a sit-down luncheon. This event is FREE for everyone and includes: 20% off all Fall clothes and shoes Extra 1
1st Annual Ruttger's Bluegrass Festival
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Two stages. Three bands. An all-american picnic!! ALL-AMERICAN PICNIC WITH LIVE MUSIC 5-6 p.m. An all-you-can-eat All-American picnic feast on the East Lawn, paired with live music by Jenna & Martin. The Ruttger’s culinary team will serve a fun an
"Tribute to Woodstock 50th Anniversary: Feelin' Alright" Greater Area Performing Arts
7:00 PM
Greater Lakes Area Performing Arts presents this tribute concert to the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock. The show will feature American Pie with Pat and Donna Surface. .
Lakes Area Music Festival – Strauss and Tchaikovsky
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Courtney Lewis, conductor Richard Strauss: Don Juan Karol Szymanowski: Violin Concerto No. 2 Itamar Zorman, violin Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 Each year we celebrate the end of our season with a spectacular symphonic finale, and
Lakes Area Music Festival- Afterglow
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
After each of our evening performances, we keep the celebration going at Prairie Bay in Baxter! Enjoy a gourmet menu and relive your favorite moments from our concerts, all while making connections with our amazing musicians. Following evening performance
Outdoor Movies at the Crosslake Campground
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Outdoor Movie at the Crosslake Campground - A Dogs Way Home The US Army Corps of Engineers - Crosslake Campground will be the site for outdoor movies in Crosslake this summer! Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy a different family friendly movie eac
Lakes Area Music Festival – Symphony Orchestra
More information coming soon!! All concerts are provided free, with donations accepted. No tickets or reservations are required. Seating is general admission, with doors opening an hour prior to performances (a half hour before pre-concert lectures).
Gull Lake Cruises Brunch Cruise
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Welcome to our Brunch on the water. We offer a selection of breakfast items such as fluffy scrambled eggs, chefs choice egg bake, smoked bacon or ham and sausage, homemade french toast and maple syrup, fried potatoes, fresh fruit, fresh Citrus salad. Compl
Lakes Area Music Festival – Strauss and Tchaikovsky
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Courtney Lewis, conductor Richard Strauss: Don Juan Karol Szymanowski: Violin Concerto No. 2 Itamar Zorman, violin Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5 Each year we celebrate the end of our season with a spectacular symphonic finale, and
End of Season Bash
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Celebrate the end of a fantastic season with our musicians! Head on over to the Roundhouse Brewery after the final concert of the season where beer, Festival friends, and memories of the season are all on tap
Bay Lake Environmental Fund Benefit- Trivia Contest
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Trivia Contest – Everybody Welcome!! Bay Lake Environmental Fund Benefit Sunday, August 25, 2019. Registration 6:30, Contest Begins at 7:00. Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge, 25039 Tame Fish Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN 56444 Cost: $150.00 per table (up to 8), or $20
The Center Weekly Activities
Monday 26th 7 a.m.-4 p.m. - Exercise Rooms 8 a.m. - Card Recycling 8:30-4 p.m. - Prayer Quilters 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Advice from Ann 9:30 a.m. - Mahjong Lessons
BIR Performance Driving School
Shift from racing fan to a real racecar driver during the BIR Performance Driving School. Our instructors will teach you the fundamentals of high-performance driving and then send you out onto BIR’s road course where you can use your own car or one of the
Gull Lake Cruises Pirates & Mermaids Cruise
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
We have tons of fun for the family and yer mateys from photos with our fun photo props to eye patches and lost treasure hunt. Join the Captain and crew on a fun filled 2 hour cruise with squid legs (hot dogs) on the grill, a mermaid and sailors favorite al
Gull Lake Cruises Sightseeing Happy Hour Appetizer Cruise
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Join the Captain and crew on our Sightseeing/Appetizer 2 hour cruise. Enjoy interesting and fun narration with local trivia from the captain. Enjoy a light buffet of assorted appetizers while cruising beautiful Gull Lake with all the wonderful lake sounds
Special Workshop- Intro to Traction EOS
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Special Workshop- Intro to Traction EOS Are You Running Your Business or Is Your Business Running You? A Hands-On Workshop based on the Best Selling Book, Traction® Do you recognize any of the following challenges in your business? Lack of Control
Luncheon with Congressman Pete Stauber
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
11:30 to 1:00 | Tuesday, August 27th Clow Stamping training center in Merrifield (Smaller building to the left/south of the main facility) Please join us for a business luncheon with Congressman Pete Stauber. The Congressman is making a special visi
Gull Lake Cruises Appetizers and Lee Bone Sherseth Americana Style
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Welcome Aboard! Put on your shades and come aboard the North Star to enjoy a 3 hour cruise with some of the best Blues and Americana style music around, along with a variety of appetizers served in the main salon. In his laid back style, Lee Bone deliver
Business After Hours - Brenny Funeral Chapel
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Brenny Family Funeral Chapel as they host Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 from 4:30 – 6:00 pm at their location in Baxter. Meet and learn more about John, Karolyn and their son Alex Brenny, the new owners. Baxter Catering will be ser
Wednesday Night Street Drags
The Wednesday Night Drags - Street Legal Style program is a chance for anyone with a street-legal car, truck or motorcycle to race on Brainerd International Raceway's world-class drag strip or try their hand at drifting, which is driving through a course i
2019 Youth Gardening 101 Garden Clean-up
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Garden Clean-up for the Event from June 5, 2019-August 28, 2019.
Studio Wednesday: Artist Trading Cards
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Trisha Peterson will be our guest artist leading the exploration of creating Artist Trading Cards (ATC).Artist Tading Cards are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Participants will explore a wide array of media such as watercolors, p
Gull Lake Cruises Lunch Cruise
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Come enjoy a beautiful lunch on the waters of one of the most popular lakes in Central Minnesota. A wonderful lunch of sandwiches, salad, chips along with a homemade cookie or bar. Beverages are available for purchase along with a full bar aboard our beaut
Smile Fest with Okee Dokee Brothers & Seth Doud
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Smile Fest offers free admission, free food & beverages to the first 1,000 attendees. Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket. Featuring Grammy Award winning artists of Okee Dokee Brothers and Seth Doud. Premiere Sponsors are B.I.C. - Brainerd Industrial
The Night Out
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The CLC Foundation Presents our 3rd Annual The Night Out Join us on Thursday, August 29th at the Northern Pacific Event Space at 5:30 PM. Guests will enjoy heavy appetizers from Prairie Bay specially paired with beverage selections from Cash Wise, Ful
Adult Painting Class
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Kicks on Route 66 offers a painting class with Sara Porter. All supplies are included for this 9”x12” watercolor titled “Prairie Flowers”. No experience is necessary, so bring your friends, your own refreshments, and spend a couple of hours with us. Please
Ladies Only Poker Night!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This game is all about the ladies!!! Ever wanted to play Texas Hold’em but not be intimidated? Want to learn how to play cards with the best of them? Then THIS NIGHT is for you! We will teach and play a tournament of Texas Hold’em! And the winners g
Pequot Lakes East Side Street Dance
Pequot Lakes businesses will host a street dance featuring the Rusty Crayfish Brass Band from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30, on North Washington Avenue. The event, including outdoor games, is free and open to everyone. Rusty Crayfish is a New Orlean
State of the Lakes Area Event
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us to hear about The State of the Lakes Area in Crosslake and be one of the first to hear about the huge developments in the Crosslake area, including the National Loon Center. For our seasonal neighbors, finding information on what is happening in yo
The Woods Patio Party & Corn Feed!
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a Patio Party & Corn Feed on August 30th from 6-9! Meat Raffle, Live Music, Corn Feed & Fun! Buy a drink, get your corn free!!!!
Fourteen Stories @ Roundhouse Brewery
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Acoustic renderings of Country, Rock, and Pop music from the 60’s to today!