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Weekly and Monthly Events Cooking With Kindness
“Cooking With Kindness, Vol. 2,” the Emily Food Shelf’s 2008 cookbook has arrived and ready for sale. This year’s cookbook is dedicated to the volunteers who have donated many hours of service to the Emily Food Shelf.
These volunteers include Viola Hardy, Jeanne Coffin, Marge Goldenstein, Fern Deshayes, Alice Hite, Elaine Gordon, Vickie Hamilton, Theresa Lambert, Betty Halverson, Dawn Fortin, Bonnie Sass, Alvina and Gary Tollas, Perki Pepek, Pat Gifford, Nancy Moritz, and the Lakers Lions, who help unload the delivery truck every month.
The cookbook is available for $10 at the following local businesses: Emily Ace Hardware, Lake Country Properties in Emily, Unity Bank - Emily and Outing branches, Lake Country Foods, Kathy’s Kut and Kurl, Northern Hair Company, Beauty in My Backyard in Outing, and the Crosby Courier in Crosby. Funds raised from cookbook sales, will be used towards purchasing the needed food, personal and paper products for the food shelf.
For an additional $2.50, copies can be mailed, with requests sent to Emily Food Shelf Cookbook, 42145 Birchwood Dr., Emily, MN 56447, or by calling 218-763-3097, specifying Cookbook Vol. 1 or Vol. 2. Funds collected from the cookbook sales during the month of March, will be added to other donations received, for the March Food Share Campaign. Great appreciation goes to all those who donated recipes to the cookbook, and to the cookbook committee of Bonnie Wynn, Jill Anderson, Jerri Waddell, Bonnie Sass and Nancy Moritz.
Eating Disorder Association Formed
The Eating Disorder Association of Central Minnesota has been organized. Their mission is to educate the public and establish a greater understanding and awareness of eating disorders, while supporting those suffering with an eating disorder and all affected by it through education and creating a network of all available treatment options. Officers are Justina Richter, President; Margie Young, Vice President; Sandi Day, Secretary; and Larry Embertson, Treasurer. Support group meetings are held the first Monday of every month at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Baxter from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Justina at 218- 963-7421, or Margie at 218-829-3509. Community Clothes Closet in Crosslake
The Community Clothes Closet, located in the lower level of Lakes State Bank in Crosslake, has reopened after its summer closing. The Closet is open on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon under the sponsorship of six area churches: Immaculate Heart, Crosslake Lutheran, Mission of the Cross Lutheran, The Log Church, Crosslake Presbyterian and Faith Lutheran of Swanburg. The Closet offers clothing and shoes for men, women and children, as well as cookware, dishes, small appliances, toys, etc., at no charge. Cash donations are accepted from any who are able to contribute. For further information, call Dodo at 692-4056 or Arlyn at 543-6509. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Classes Available in Brainerd
American Red Cross offers low cost First Aid and CPR classes in the Brainerd Lakes Area according to North Star Chapter Executive Director George Stowe. Courses offered include: Adult CPR, Infant and Child CPR, First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Classes are posted on the website at www.northstar-redcross.org with dates, times and prices listed in the calendar section. There are also on-line options for taking the classes. Particularly advantageous for law enforcement, power companies, construction and schools. Blended learning provides the opportunity for individuals to go on line and take the classroom portion combined with a hand-on skill assessment. Thus providing the convenience of a distance course with the security of a personal skill assessment.The goal of the expanded course offerings is to put more trained individuals in the field. Early recognition, early CPR, early AED and then advanced care has been demonstrated to save lives. According to George Stowe, “I know of several individuals who are out in the working world that without a trained individual responding would not have survived.” Not only are lives saved, but frequently the quality of life as well. CPR trained individuals give families back the most precious gift, their loved ones. Whether you simply wish to take the class for your family or through a business, Red Cross offers a program for you. You may take the course with an instructor or on-line, learning those life savings skills. Learning how to care for a choking victim, recognize and care for a heart attack, how to perform CPR or how to administer first aid.The Red Cross also works with local programs to provide babysitters training, life guarding, and swim training programs. For online information go to www.northstar-redcross.org , or call the Brainerd office at 218 829-4004, or stop in at 2029 South 6th Street. Office hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Area Farmer’s Markets Seeking Vendors
The Crosslake and Pequot Lakes farmer’s markets are seeking additional vendors for the summer growing season.
Both the Crosslake and the Pequot Lakes farmers markets open around Memorial Day and run through Labor Day and weather permitting longer. The market in Crosslake is open every Wednesday in Town Square from 9am to 1pm and the Pequot Lakes market will be held in the parking lot of the Oasis Center on Highway 371 every Saturday from 9am to 1pm.
In a statement, Borden said, "We are seeking vendors for home grown and home produced fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs as well as homemade jellies and jams and other products. Product sales could include crafts like birdhouses and other items that would be of interest to local residents and tourists.”
“The number of farm markets in Minnesota has expanded rapidly in recent years as people are seeking fresh local produce. Buying local is a great way to eat well and to fight global warming at the same time,” Borden noted. "When people sit down to eat the average meal has traveled more than 1,200 miles to the table and fresh flowers much further. Buying local reduces the number of trucks, trains, and planes transporting food thousands of miles and the produce is much fresher.”
We are seeking to provide a wider array of quality locally produced produce to customers. Vendors interested in participating in either or both of the markets should be prepared to exhibit sales items on most days of the sale during the summer period," Borden concluded.
For more information Borden can be contacted by email Win@BordenFarmMarket.com or by calling him at the Borden Farm Market 218-232-0848
Class Schedule for AARP Safe Driving Program In Cass, and Crow Wing Counties
Save 10% on your car insurance
The AARP Safe Driving Program (formerly known for as 55 ALIVE) is announcing their class schedule for March 2008 through August 2008 in Cass, and Crow Wing counties in Minnesota. The first time a participant must take a full 8 hour class. Then every 3 years the participant must take a 4 hour refresher class to maintain their insurance discount. The class is $10.00 per participant.
Class Type table is as follows:
• 8 hour two 4 hour sessions on separate days
• 8 hour one day session
• 4 hour refresher class
Classes are also available at Bremer Bank and BN Brainerd Credit Union in Brainerd for their customers.
For Reservations call Mid MN Federal Credit Union in Brainerd (218)829-0371 200 South 6th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401
5/19/2008 9AM-1PM Brainerd Mid MN Fed Cred Union 2 days - 4 hrs
5/22/2008 9AM-1PM Brainerd Mid MN Fed Cred Union 1 day - 8 hrs
5/27/2008 5PM-9PM Brainerd Mid MN Fed Cred Union 2 days - 4 hrs
6/2/2008 5PM-9PM Brainerd Mid MN Fed Cred Union 1 day - 8 hrs
For reservations call Lakes Area Senior Center in Brainerd (218)829- 9345 (803 Kingwood St, Brainerd)
5/29/200 8:30AM-12:30PM Brainerd Lakes Area Senior 4 hr refresher
6/3/2008 Noon-4PM Brainerd Lakes Area Senior 4 hr refresher
6/24/200 8:30AM-12:30PM Brainerd Lakes Area Senior 4 hr refresher
7/1/2008 Noon-4PM Brainerd Lakes Area Senior 4 hr refresher
7/22/200 8:30AM-12:30PM Brainerd Lakes Area Senior 4 hr refresher
8/5/2008 Noon-4PM Brainerd Lakes Area Senior 4 hr refresher
For Reservations call Nisswa American Legion between 8:30 AM and Noon M-F (218)963-9946 (25807 Main St, Nisswa)
5/14/200 12:00-4:00 Nisswa American Legion 4 hr refresher
6/18/200 Noon-4PM Nisswa American Legion 4 hr refresher
7/16/200 9AM-3:30PM Nisswa American Legion 1 day - 8 hrs
8/20/200 Noon-4PM Nisswa American Legion 4 hr refresher
9/17/200 9AM-3:30PM Nisswa American Legion 1 day - 8 hrs
The AARP Safe Driving Program is a classroom driver refresher course conducted by AARP volunteers for people over 50. Course participants sharpen their driving skills, develop strategies for adjusting to age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time, and learn how to handle challenges of today’s roads, including how to deal with aggressive drivers. Upon completion, Minnesota participants are eligible for a mandatory discount on their automobile insurance.
AARP is a nonprofit, non partisan membership organization for people 50 and over. We provide information and resources; advocate on legislative, consumer, and legal issues; assist members to serve their communities, and offer a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members. Check us out on the internet. (www.aarp.org )
For further information or to locate a class, please Call Dell Draves at (218)568-4732 or e-mail at wdraves@tds.net. If you want to give give back to the community and have a rewarding experience, become an AARP Driver Safety Program instructor. Cuyuna Range Chamber of Commerce 2nd Annual Music in the Park
Come and enjoy music outdoors at the Crosby Memorial Park on beautiful Serpent Lake, this is a wonderful family event that will take place on the following Thursday evenings 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.: May 29, June 12, June 26, July 10, July 24, August 7, August 21.
We are looking for musicians for the 2nd Annual Music in the Park concert series. 2007 was very successful due to the community support and area musicians. You will be able to play in front of a large audience! All kinds of musicians are encouraged to call Cuyuna Range Chamber Committee Member Clark H at 545-1075. If you are interested in being a sponsor please call the Cuyuna Range Chamber of Commerce at 546-8131.
Remember to bring your lawn chairs or blankets for this fun family time. Admission is Free and concessions will be available.
Brainerd Writers’ Alliance 2008 Contest Now Open
It’s time once again to sweep away the cobwebs, get your creative juices flowing and compose your entries for the Brainerd Writers’ Alliance annual writing contest. Entries will be accepted from May 1 through Aug. 22, 2008.
As in past years, writers may enter pieces in any or all of the four categories: short story/fiction, essay/nonfiction, creative nonfiction/memoir and poetry. Guidelines are published on the BWA website, www.brainerdwriters.org .
“We’re encouraging writers to create original pieces for the contest, and maybe try things they haven’t tried before,” said Tenlee Lund, contest chair. “We don’t want entries that have already been published or won awards in other contests.”
Entry fee for the contest is $15, which includes a oneyear membership to BWA and admission to the group’s annual writers’ workshop, scheduled for Oct. 4, 2008. Contest awards, $50 for first place and $25 for second place in each category, will be presented then.
BWA members receive frequent e-mail announcements of events, contests and information of interest to writers. They can also have their own personal web page on the BWA website, which they can use to publish their work and network with other writers.
For more information, contact Lund at tenleelund@charter.net or 218-825-0461. Back to Top May EventsMay: Busy Spring Ahead for Crosslake Historical Society
The month of May promises to be a busy one at the Crosslake Historic Village. There are plans to clean and open all the buildings at the Village on Saturday, May 3. During the first week, home schooled children from the area will visit and on Friday, May 9, a group hosted by the Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway, in connection with the 2008 Governor’s Fishing Opener, will tour the Village and enjoy refreshments at the ACOE Crosslake Recreation Area.
The Crosslake Community School will again hold classes in the one-room schoolhouse from May 12-16. On Monday May 12, the Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce will include the Village on their tour of area attractions.
At an open house on Sunday, May 18, the new livery building will be dedicated along with the unveiling of the historic Whitefish Mail Boat now on display at the Livery. Ron Schultz and Joe Ruttger, owners of the boat will be on hand with a history of the vessel. The ‘By the Way Players’ will present a skit portraying happenings along the mail boat route. The public is invited to this 2 pm event.
The Historical Society annual meeting and election of officers will be Tuesday, May 20. Memorial Day weekend will mark the opening of the Village for the summer season.
The Village will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm. Volunteers are needed and may contact Dodo Fraser at 218 692-4056 for more information. May: Saturdays - “Ground Floor” Coffee House for Teens at Union Church
“Ground Floor” Coffee House is located in the lower level of Union Church, Hackensack, on Saturday nights in May. This is a friendly, safe place for teens (7th – 12 th graders) to come for recreation, food and fun. Adult volunteers and staff chaperone. Time is 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. There is no charge but donations are accepted. Parents are invited to come check out the program or call the Union Church office at 675-6300.
May 13 & 20: Nisswa Chamber News
Nisswa Business Walk-Through
This year’s Business Walk-Through will be Tuesday, May 13 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. The evening will begin at R.W.Carson’s Fine Jewelry, walk Downtown on the west side of the street, continue into the Nisswa Square and return on the east side of Downtown to Nature’s Touch Floral & Gift. Please contact us to sign up your business to be part of this fun evening of touring your town. Call us at 963-2620 or email at mary@nisswa.com .
Nisswa at Night Business Walk- Through
Join us for our next Nisswa at Night on Tuesday, May 20th beginning at the Sculpture Gardens at 5:00pm and walking through the shops of the Northland Center. Stop by to visit with members from the Sculpture Gardens, Subway, Petals N Beans, Anytime Fitness, Hot Spot Bait and Tackle, the Animal House, and Rooms by Rustica. RSVP at 963-2620 or email at mary@nisswa.com
May 13: Book Talks at Crosslake Library
The Crosslake Area Library will hold the first in a series of local author Book Talks on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 6:30 pm. at the Crosslake Community Center. The featured author will be Crosslake resident Mike Holst, author of “A Long Way Back”, and columnist for the Northland Press. Mr. Holst will discuss his book and his columns as well as his upcoming book “Nothing to Lose”, which will be published at the end of May. Copies of A Long Way Back will be available for purchase and for signing. Admission is free. May 13: Emily Loon Crafters Quilt Guild
The Emily Loon Crafters Quilt Guild will meet Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of St. Emily's Catholic Church. After the business meeting, Devera Gruber will demonstrate the technique of binding a quilt. Members will continue working on the quilt to be donated to a charity. Bring supplies for sewing. Refreshments will be provided by Delphine Hentges and Bonnie Lee Johnson. Visitors and new members are welcome.
May 13: Pequot Council, Concerned Citizens Group to Meet Tonight
Several citizens of Pequot Lakes concerned with Pequot Lakes police department actions will meet in a Special Meeting tonight at the Pequot Lakes High School cafeteria at 6 pm.
May 14: Crosslake Chautauqua
Crosslake Chautauqua Program Wednesday, May 14 1:30 – 3:30 pm at the Crosslake Community Center.
“Rebuilding Efforts in New Orleans: First-hand Experiences” presented by Steve Roe, Roger Grussing, Tom McCormack, and Larry Hopkins.
These four Crosslake area residents were part of a larger volunteer group that worked in New Orleans this past January. They will present a first-hand account of the post-Katrina rebuilding work being done in the Gulf region and how the residents are coping with loss and finding hope. As always, this program is free to the public.
May 14: Pelican Lake Conservation Club Meeting
The May Pelican Lake Conservation Club meeting will be held Wednesday, May 14th at the Pelican Lakes Community Center located one mile south of the Breezy Point entrance off CR 4.
The speaker for the evening will be Bonnie “The Plant Lady” Hiniker, of 91.7 KAXE (www.kaxe.org), and the Northland Press, President of Sunshine Gardens Nursery, and Landscaping Inc., north of Pine River.
Bonnie’s presentation, “Twenty-three tough plants for Northern Gardens ”, will include a summary of planning for and maintaining Rain and Shoreline Gardens. In addition, Bonnie will discuss her recommended plants for maintaining and improving lakeshore water quality. Bonnie will have plants, and “Restore Your Shore” CDs for sale at the meeting.
Grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, and homemade potato salad will be served at 6 pm. For reservations call Pam Mertens at 218 562-4037.
May 14: Nisswa Area Historical Society
The Nisswa Historical Society will hold its first meeting of the 2008 season on Wednesday, May 14 at 1:30 pm at the Nisswa Community Center. Members and visitors are invited to attend this informational and planning meeting. An “open house” will follow at the History Center on Main Street.
The Nisswa Area Historical Society is committed to keeping the Nisswa area’s history alive. For information phone (218) 963-3570. We are a 501(c)3 organization.
May 14: Women of Whitefish 9 Hole Golf League
The Women of Whitefish (WOW) 9-Hole golf league is now accepting new members. They play every Wednesday morning beginning May 14. Members and non-members of the Whitefish Golf Club are welcome to join for an annual fee of $30. The season includes regular league play, luncheons once a month, a tournament in August, and the chance to meet new people and improve your golf game. For more information, please contact harriet Smith at 218 692-5260 or Whitefish Golf Club at 218 543-4900
May 14: Brainerd/Baxter Caregiver Workshop: Caregivers Need Care Too
Date: Wed., May 14, 2008
Time: 12:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: Carefree Living (formerly called Brainerd Manor) 2723 Oak Street
This workshop is open to all caregivers – family and professional. Refreshments will be served and there will be door prizes.
Speakers include:
Norm Hulin, Senior Project Attorney, Legal Aid Office Topic: Updates on Legal Issues Pertaining to Caregivers/Seniors
Elizabeth Harris, Crime Prevention Specialist, Brainerd Police Dept. Topic: Protecting Yourself & Loved Ones
Kathie Phillips, Sr. Linkage Advocate- Senior LinkAge Line Topic: Current Issues for Seniors & Caregivers
Jane Erickson, Volunteer Leader & Retired Food Service Director at St. Joseph’s Medical Center Topic: Is it a “French Fry” Day? How to Control Emotional Eating
Kelly Peterson, RN, Building Manager & Deb Miller, Social Worker - Carefree Living Topic: Living Options for Seniors
Contact Bridget Allen, at 218-692-1964 for registration information.
Certificate of Attendance Available. Anyone who is interested in the above topics is welcome to attend.
LSS Caregiver Support & Respite Program is funded by the Older Americans Act through the Minnesota Board on Aging and the Central MN Council on Aging May 15: “Emotional Intelligence” to be presented at Lakes Area Young Professionals
Learn about a different kind of intelligence with the Lakes Area Young Professionals on Thursday, May 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northland Arboretum.
Jean Mershon of Central Lakes College, will present “Emotional Intelligence.” Emotional Intelligence refers to the ability to recognize the meanings of emotion and the impact emotions have on relationships. The session will include knowledge about EI, information on measuring attitudes, and skill building exercises that managers can use to build Emotional Intelligence with employees.
The Lakes Area Young Professionals is a business, networking, and educational group of the Brainerd Lakes Chamber. These events provide a great opportunity for young professionals, between the ages of 21 to 35, to meet and learn about one another’s businesses so bring your business cards.
Registering for this event at www.explorebrainerdlakes.com or call (218) 829-2838.
May 16: Fifty Lakes Foundation Meeting
Friday, May 16, 2007 4:30 pm Members Board Meeting 6 pm Pot Luck Dinner, American Cuisine
7 pm Speaker: Mark Bradley, Local Trapper and Fisherman
All are welcome
Fifty Lakes Foundation
County Road 1 and South Eagle Lake Road (Just north of County Rd 1 and County Rd 3 intersection)Fifty Lakes, Minnesota
May 16-17: Breezy Point Comp Plan Meetings to be held
Residents are encouraged to complete and return a comprehensive plan survey that will help determine the growth plan for our city. Then, a summary of these results will be shared at two public meetings held Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17.
The same information will be presented both days, and the public is invited to attend either meeting: Friday, May 16 at 7 pm at Eagle View Elementary School, 6539 County Road 11, in the commons area, or Saturday, May 17 at 9 am on the third floor of the new Breezy Point Resort Marina
“A comprehensive plan is the nerve center for a city - serving as the basis for future policy and planning development,” said Brad Scott, City Administrator for the City of Breezy Point. “A well-developed plan sets forth a defined direction for the city and establishes an overall tone of specific goals and objectives.”
Scott said this plan is the guiding document that will challenge the city to be multifaceted in future policy development, help the city accomplish its goals and move in the direction set by members of the community.
The survey offered the public the opportunity to comment on each of these areas of the comprehensive plan: public facilities and services, natural resources, economic development, transportation, housing, neighborhoods, community appearance, parks and recreation, and land use. The Comprehensive Plan is primarily concerned with the placement and allocation of future land use, which will serve as a guideline for future development.
May 17: Basket Theme for Silent Auction at the Nisswa Spring Fling Dance
If you are getting the itch to click your heals the Nisswa American Legion is the place to be May 17, 2008. The Auxiliary along with the Legionnaires will be hosting a Spring Fling Dance. A local group call "The Vet” will be playing from 7-11 PM.
The Auxiliary will be hosting a silent auction with “theme” style baskets. Samples of some baskets – "Child’s Play”, “Bird Basket”, and “Gardening Basket”. The Auxiliary will also have snacks available for sale. So mark your entertainment calendar for May 17th and come have an enjoyable evening.
May 17: National EMS Week
Open House 10AM-Noon Remer Depot
The 35th Annual National EMS Week is May 18-24, 2008. The theme is "Helping People One Life At A Time"
To kick off National EMS Week and honor volunteers dedicated to saving lives, Remer Area Ambulance Service will be holding an Open House on Saturday, May 17, 2008 from 10AM until noon at the Remer Depot.
The community is invited to celebrate with many of our dedicated EMT's and First Responders. We will have mens' and womens' gift baskets (from Judy's II), give-aways and refreshments.
Since we partner with Cuyuna Medical Center and Meds-One, representatives from those organizations will be on hand with some equipment and handouts.
Barring any emergencies that day, we've invited North Ambulance to land a helicopter at the mill. Remer Area Ambulance Service hopes you take some time to thank the Longville, Remer and Crooked Lake Fire Departments and Outing Quick Response Team for their assistance on calls.
Take a few minutes, stop in and thank those that are "Helping People One Life At A Time." It could be you they help next!
May 17: River to lead Missions Fest weekend at Christ Community Church in Nisswa
Musical group River will lead worship and perform at Christ Community Church’s 10:15 am on Sunday, May 17 worship service during its Missions Fest weekend.
River is a nationally known touring group that has released 10 recordings including their latest, “Caught Up In You”. Aconcert with River is filled with songs, stories and worship. Since 1997, River has been one of the most played artists on Christian radio with 15 singles climbing into the Top 20 on national Inspirational charts including “I Will”, “My Love” and “God of Every Generation”. Kurt Linn, Paul Marino and Phil Reesnes formed River in 1989.
River will also perform at 6:30 pm on May 17 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hackensack, and at 6 pm on May 18 at Salem Lutheran Church in Longville.
Christ Community Church’s Missions Fest weekend will begin with a potluck dinner from 5-8 pm. May 17 at Pastor Dave and Julie Uhrich’s home in Nisswa.
During the 9 am adult education hour on Monday, May 18, booths will be set up so people can get to know the missionaries Christ Community Church supports. At the May 18, 10:15 am worship service, the church will have a Shepherd Sunday, which is a congregational interactive service and more laid back. Immediately following the service, there will be a luncheon.
For more information, call the church at 963-2626.
May 17: Crosslake Area Garden Club Plant Sale
Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 17 from 8:30 to 12:30 for the plant sale. It will be held at Reed's Market parking lot in Crosslake. This is a plant sale that you don't want to miss out on! Great values on great plants!!
The proceeds of the plant sale go for scholarships, donations for Habitat for Humanity, Community Gardens, support for non profit organizations like the Arboretum, Paul Bunyan Learning Center, Staples Research for Gardens, etc. etc.
May 17: Arts in Aitkin
The Jaques Art Center and Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce present a walking tour throughout Aitkin’s business district Saturday, May 17. Artists of a variety of mediums are encouraged to apply. Aitkin businesses will host artists in front of their stores or area from noon – 3:00, everyone is welcome to observe the artists while they work and purchase items for sale.
A reception will follow at the Moose Lodge from 4-7:30 with an appetizer buffet and performances by Great River Strings and Magic Norm.
For more information contact the Jaques Art Center at 121 2nd St. NW, Aitkin, call 218 927-2363, email info@jaquesart.com . The Jaques is committed to equal opportunities and accessibility.
May 17: Lyme Disease Walk/Run 2008
The Minnesota Lyme Action Support Group will host the second annual 5K (3.1 miles) Lyme Walk/Run on Saturday, May 17, 2008. Together with family, friends and supporters the Minnesota Lyme Action Support Group hopes to raise awareness of Lyme disease as well as funds for research and education. The event will be held on the Sunrise Prairie Trail, located next to Hwy. 61 North of County Road 22 in Wyoming, MN. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and the walk/run at 9:00 AM. Event cost is $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for children (13 and under) if signed up by April 26, 2008. After April 26, 2008, it’s $20.00 and $15.00 respectively.
Lyme Disease is the fastest growing vector-borne disease in the United States. Nationwide, more than 20,000 people per year are diagnosed with Lyme disease; however, it has been estimated that for every one reported case ten go unreported. East Central Minnesota and much of Wisconsin comprise one of the more Lyme endemic areas in the United States.
The Minnesota Lyme Action Support Group is a non-profit organization working toward increased awareness and prevention of Lyme disease. The Minnesota Lyme Action Support Group also provides educational opportunities for physicians, advocacy for patients, information on tickborne diseases, and support to those infected with Lyme disease. Finally, the Minnesota Lyme Action Support Group hopes to foster much-needed research into the causes and complications of tick-borne diseases.
For more information or to volunteer, please visit our website at: www.mlasg.com . May 17: Hoofin It for HART in Nisswa
The annual ‘Hoofin It for HART’ companion walk will be held May 17, 2008 at the Nisswa Community Center. Registration will begin at 8:30 am with fun and games to follow from 9 am, to the walk time at 10 am.
There will be a Dog Olympics and Radar Run contests for walkers and their dogs to participate in before the walk. There will also be animal related vendors and demonstrations. The walk will be five miles along the beautiful Paul Bunyan Trail. All dogs must be leashed and current on vaccinations.
Pledge forms are currently available at the area veterinary clinics, the HART shelter, and on the website, www.hartpets.org . All pledge money will need to be collected on the day of the event.
Free coffee, juice and doughnuts will be available before the walk, and after the walk there will be pizza, pop and water for sale.
Team competition is always fun and welcome, so get a group from work, church or wherever and join in the fun.
Prizes will be awarded to individuals and teams who raise the most money, so get out there and start "Hoofin It” and getting pledges. All money raised will be used for animal care. ‘Walk’ and ‘Celebrate a Shelter Pet’ t-shirts will also be for sale the day of the walk.
HART is currently seeking sponsors for the event and businesses and individuals are both welcomed for HART’s largest fundraising event of the year.
In the past HART has sent out Corporate Sponsor letters to local businesses and supporting individuals, but this year they have opened the same opportunity to the community.
There are four levels of sponsorship: Platinum: $1,000; Gold: $500; Silver: $250; and Bronze: $125.
If you would like to become a walk sponsor or for more information on the event, please contact Donna at 218-829-9647 or by email: pamppet@msn.com . May 17: Volunteers to Beautify Crosslake Campground
Youth and adult volunteers will join together to spruce up the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Campground on May 17. The project is part of the ninth annual Join Hands Day national day of service.
Members from the Central Lakes Chapter of Thrivent Financial of Lutherans will join with youth and adult volunteers from area churches for this service activity, said Pat Netko, youth director at Crosslake Lutheran and a Thrivent Financial member.
“We are organizing service teams of six to ten youth with an adult supervisor to paint picnic tables and buildings, plant flowers and dig in more than 200 tree seedlings and trees. The campground is very important to the community. This is our chance to join hands. All people are invited,” Netko said.
More than 100 youth and adults are coming from area churches in Crosslake, Netko said. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is donating the tree seedlings. Area garden nurseries are providing the flowers, black dirt, larger trees and their expertise.
The youth and adults will gather at 9 am, Saturday, May 17, at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Campground, located at 35507 County Road 66, Crosslake.
This service project is expected to last for about six hours. Crosslake area merchants are donating soft drinks and pizza to feed this crowd of volunteers. Thrivent Financial Central Lakes Chapter is giving $1,000 to help the Join Hands Day, said Jerry Kopplin, financial associate in Crosslake.
Join Hands Day is sponsored by America’s benefit societies and is the only national day of service specifically focused on bringing youth and adults together to form lifelong relationships while improving their communities through neighborhood volunteering.
“Each year, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and its members are excited to participate in Join Hands Day,” said Gregory Larson, manager of Lutheran community services for the Thrivent Financial Northwest Minnesota and Eastern North Dakota Region. “This national volunteer day supports the positive impact members of Thrivent Financial and other fraternal benefit societies make throughout the year by doing outreach activities in their communities.”
May 18: Wanted: Minnesotans to Sing on the State Capitol Steps
If you like to sing, please join us to become the one-time-only Minnesota Statehood Sesquicentennial Chorus, to sing several Minnesota favorites, including Minnesota Hail to Thee, at the Minnesota State Capitol, May 18, at the official statehood commemoration ceremony which starts at 6:58 p.m. and concludes at 8:15 p.m, under the direction of conductor Philip Brunelle of the Minnesota Orchestra.
The goal is to gather people of all ages from every county in Minnesota. If you would like to join the chorus, send your name, address, email, phone and what part you typically sing (soprano, alto, baritone, bass) to laura@mn150years.org or write to Laura Baratto at the Minnesota Sesquicentennial Commission, 240 Summit Ave. St. Paul, MN 55102.
The Chorus will gather about two hours before the ceremony to practice. Stay tuned for further information. We would love to have you be a part of this historic moment in Minnesota history. We are looking for singers of all ages – so bring the whole family! May 20: Crosslake Library Dad's NFL
May is the last month this school year to join the dads and kids at the Crosslake Area Library and Community Center for an evening of fun in the gym and library! Fun begins at 6:30 on Tuesday, May 20. All ages are welcome!
Thursday morning story hour for pre-schoolers continues through June 5. Summer Reading Club for kids finishing grades K through 2, and a second session for grades 3 will run Thursday mornings from July 10 to August 14. Participants will track summer reading with great prizes and incentives, and be entertained by a juggler, a storyteller and magician. Kids will learn about collecting rocks and agates in our beautiful northern lakes, see and touch a real wolf, and explore reptiles and other creatures with Jeff Smith. Registration begins May 15 at the Crosslake Area Library.
Call Ginny Hersey, Children’s Program Director, at the library for more information 218-692-7323.
May 26: Nisswa Memorial Day Remembrance Event
Citizens of Nisswa are invited to come together on May 26, 2008 at 12 pm at the Nisswa America Legion to honor a special class of heroes. The day promises to be one of mixed emotions, and one of reflection in honor of all the soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines and coastguardsmen who made the ultimate sacrifice throughout our history.
“We must not forget all those who gave their lives for this great country,” Post Commander Dick Knowles said.
Guest speakers will include U S Senator Norm Coleman and State Senator Paul Koering. Jim Starkey of Post 627 will act as master of ceremonies.
The ceremony will begin by recognizing all families with members of their family currently serving in the military.
There will be a number of different events during the ceremony, including a military flyby of the 148th Fighter Wing out of Duluth.
“The ceremony will not only honor those who have died, but also those who live and continue to fight for the freedom if this great nation,” Dick Knowles said.
Singers from Grace United Methodist church will perform renditions of “Star Bangled Banner”, "America the Beautiful”, “There She Stands”, and the “Battle Hymn of the Republic”.
The daughters of Scott Thurlow, an active member of Post 627 who passed away last year, will throw a wreath into Nisswa Lake in honor of all who died at sea. Father Zeck will be are chaplain and Nisswa Mayor Brian Lehman will introduce U.S. Senator Norm Coleman.
May 27: The Nisswa Women's Club 25th Annual Scholarship Fashion ShowOn Tuesday, May 27, 2008, the Nisswa Women’s Club will present their 25th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Town Hall conference center located at Madden’s on Gull Resort.The fashion show and luncheon is the main fundraiser for the Nisswa Women’s Club High School Scholarship Program. In 2007, four $1,250 scholarships were awarded to students that the Nisswa Women’s Club Scholarship Committee selects from a qualified applicant pool. In 2008 the Nisswa Women’s Club will be able to increase the amount to five scholarships of $1,500 each as a result of the success of its 2007 fundraising.To celebrate the 25th anniversary, the event décor will feature the theme, “Puttin’ on the Ritz.” Several members of the Nisswa Women’s Club will model spring and summer fashions provided by a number of area shops. Miss Nisswa and the Nisswa Royalty will also participate in the fashion show. Local radio personalities, Ken Thomas and Tess Taylor, will emcee the event.Tickets for the 2008 fashion show and luncheon went on sale to club members in mid-February, and the event is currently a sell-out. Additional fundraising for scholarships is done through a silent auction held during the event. Anyone who would like to participate in the silent auction only, can do so from 10:30 am to noon. Those who would like to contribute to the scholarship program can purchase raffle tickets, which will be drawn at the fashion show for prizes donated by area businesses that support the fundraising efforts. Raffle prizewinners need not be present to win, and the grand prize is a diamond pendant necklace from Carson’s Jewelry in Nisswa. For raffle tickets, contact Ann Bergin at 218-820-5511 or Sue Heurung at 218-568-6667.For information, contact Luncheon/Fashion Show Co-Chairs, Becky Stover at 218-963-4369, or Linda Twaddle at 218-963-9768, or log on to the Nisswa Women’s Club listing at www.nisswa.com. For those who prefer to make a cash donation to the scholarship program, please contact Elaine Johnson, 218-831-8622.May 28: American Red Cross Bloodmobile Returns to EmilyThe American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be returning to the Emily City Hall on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, from noon until 6 pm. Red Cross is very proud of every blood donor in and around the Emily area. The donors have supported the Red Cross blood program over the past 20 years and have saved countless lives and impacted families, co-workers and neighbors of patients in need.Donors need to be 17 years or older, no upper age limits, at least 110 pounds and in general good health. After July 1, 2008, the minimum age limit will become 16 years old, and require parents written permission.Double Red Cell Collection will be available to donors with O+, O-, A- and B- blood types. To qualify, men need to be at least 5’ 1” in height, and weigh a minimum of 150 pounds. Women need to be a minimum of 5’ 5” and weigh at least 175 pounds. This automated method of donating blood lets the donor give the equivalence of two units of life-saving red blood cells in one donation, while the other blood components, found in whole blood are returned to the donor, during the process. The red cells from these blood types are in great demand. This allows more blood to be available for patients such as trauma victims requiring emergency transfusions, or for surgeries requiring massive transfusions. Donors of the double red cell collection will be given credited for donating two pints of blood, on their way to earning their gallon pins. The blood drive will also receive credit for two pints of blood, from each double red cell donor. Be sure to ask about this opportunity of donating, when you call in.The American Red Cross is committed to making sure no patient goes without the blood they need, so they have set a goal of 115 pints for the Emily blood drive to collect. With the increased goal, Red Cross will also be sending along extra staff to assure that the blood drive runs smoothly, without long waits.Donors are needed to help replenish the Red Cross blood bank shelves after our long winter, with blood drives having difficulty meeting their goals. Please call bloodmobile coordinator, Nancy Moritz at 218-763-3097 and make an appointment to be a blood donor.May 31: Purses for Partners to Feature J-Lo PursePurses for Partners, a luncheon and purse auction to benefit Kinship Partners, will feature a purse carried by Jennifer Lopez in the movie, El Cantante. This white leather bag has a certificate of authenticity and the original prop tag.The plated luncheon and purse auction will be held on Saturday, May 31st, at noon in the new Lakeview Ballroom at Breezy Point Resort. Tickets for this one of a kind event are $25 each and are available by calling the Brainerd Kinship office at 218 829-4606 or 877 730-5437. All money raised will benefit the children’s programs of Kinship Partners in Crow Wing and southern Cass Counties. Purses for gals of all ages will be auctioned and each purse will contain a surprise gift. An array of gifts from restaurant gift cards to jewelry to golfing gift certificates has been donated by area businesses.The mission of Kinship Partners is to provide positive role models and guidance to youth in our communities. For more information about Kinship’s programs or Purses for Partners, please call the Brainerd office at 829-4606, the Pequot Lakes office at 568- 4015, or toll-free at 1-877-730-5437, or visit the website at www.kinshippartners.org .Kinship Partners encourages you to become a mentor for what you can give; stay a mentor for what you receive. Back to Top June Events June 4: Fast Cop 2008 High School Challenge
Fast Cop Inc. has set a date for their Fifth Annual High School Challenge. The High School Challenge will be held on June 4th at the Brainerd International Raceway. Gateds will open at 1:00pm, and students 16-19 years old that are enrolled in a Minnesota high school are welcome to enter. Participants must have a valid driver's license and a street legal vehicle to race. In addition to the High School Challenge, there will be an open street legal class for those not involved in the High School Challenge. Everyone is welcome!
Last years Crosslake-Ideal Lions High School Challenge brought students from fourteen High Schools along with hundreds of spectators cheering them on for the win. Over $4000 in prizes were given out to the winners in 2007. This year is sure to be bigger and better than ever.
Fast Cop Inc. travels throughout the state with its life saving educational program, promoting safe and responsible driving.
For more information on donating time or resources to assist in making Fast Cop and the Fifth Annual High School Challenge a roaring success, go to www.fastcop.com or call 1-218-546-7160. June 7: Remer Garden Club Plant Sale
To all our friends who support our perennial sale every spring: Due to the unusual weather conditions our perennial plant sale date has been rescheduled to Sat., June 7th from 9am-1pm.
We hope all the flowers will identify themselves by then and there will be many to buy.
Thanks for your past support. See you at the city park in Remer on Main Street.
The Sun Flowers of Remer
June 10: Minnesota 6th District Horticulture Society 2008 Spring Conference Hosted by Nisswa Garden Center
The Nisswa Garden Club will host the Minnesota 6th District Horticulture Society 2008 Spring Conference on Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at the Baptist Church and Trailside Center in Pequot Lakes. The theme for this conference is “June is Busting Out all Over.” The conference includes a plant sale, flower show, quilt drawing, and featured speakers. Jim Sherwood, President of the Club, and owner of the Treehouse Nursery and Garden Center will speak in the morning on “Awesome Annuals for 2008.” Dorothy Johnson, a member of the Club and a Master Gardener since 1977, will present “Some Beautiful Minnesota Gardens” in the afternoon. The fee for this event is $20 including lunch or $10 without lunch (reservations must be made by May 31 for lunch). Anyone is welcome to attend this conference and more information can be obtained from Barbara Bogdanovich at 218-330-6661 or Burma Brekke at 218-765-3157.
June 14: World Record Attempt for Longest ATV Parade in Silver Bay, MN
On June 14, 2008, the All- Terrain Vehicle Association of Minnesota (ATVAM) will be attempting to break a Guinness World Record™ for the World’s Longest ATV Parade. Currently, a group in Kentucky holds the record with 1,138 ATV’s in a parade. ATVAM encourages all ATV enthusiasts to join them in celebrating the 25th anniversary of the organization and marking the anniversary with a new official world record. Organizers are aiming to have more than 2,500 ATV’s participate in the parade.
To register please visit www.atvparade.org or call ATVAM Office at (800) 442-8826. If you registered by Friday, May 9, 2008, you will receive a free limited edition “World’s Longest ATV Parade” memorabilia t-shirt.
Registration and the staging area for the parade will be located one half mile North of Outer Drive and Hwy. 61 N in the field in front of AmericInn Motel. There will be signs showing participants where to go. There will be ample parking on the streets and surrounding areas. The parade route will be a designated ATV trail for the day, so children can ride in the parade as long they meet all MN safety requirements. Side-by-side ATV’s and three-wheelers are welcome to come, but are not going to be counted by Guinness World Records™ towards the record breaking attempt. Sponsors of the ATV Parade will be hosting booths on-site for participants to see new products.
The parade committee met with the City of Silver Bay, local businesses and the Silver Trail Riders ATV club in October. The committee was welcomed with open arms and the city of Silver Bay is excited that the parade will be held in their community. Besides the fabulous ATV and Snowmobile trail systems, it is a place that showcases the beauty that Minnesota is known for all along the famous North Shore Drive.
This event will also be a memorial for CJ Ramstad. CJ was the owner of MSPN and editor and publisher of Minnesota Off-road. He and his son JJ died in an auto accident in May 2007. Please bring a canned food item to donate to the Silver Bay food bank; items will be collected at the parade site.
More information can be found at www.atvam.org or www.atvparade.org.
June 19-23: Casting Set for ‘Seasonal Sensations’
Iznette Productions is well on its way to producing another entertaining dinner show for the Longville Area. Rehearsals began this week for “Seasonal Sensations, From a Northern Viewpoint.”
This year’s cast includes Gordon Atzen, Duane Brown, Scott Franta, Terry Johnson, Mary Jane Lewis, Phil Larson, Janice Pruscha, Michelle Tessin, Sue Schock, Ann Stevenson, and Bill Temple, along with professional storyteller Julie Bull.
Local youth are represented with Northland students Ally Garbe and Taylor Osburnson joining Elizabeth Tabaka, Tia Lilyquist, and Christian Brown in this year’s production.
Producers Isabel Karon and Jeanette Brown are directing, retired music teacher Lew Olmstead will be playing his saxophone, and Millie Grande will be adding her talents as a hula dancer. Once again guitarist and technical director Andrew Much will be adding his touch, and choreographer Evie Zenner will be helping us with stage movement.
Performances are set for 7:00 pm, June 19-23 at Ridgewood Country Club on Highway 7 in Longville. Tickets can be purchased exclusively at Ron’s Hardware on Highway 84.
June 20: A Time of Reflection, A Reminder of Hope
Relay For Life Participant Shares Her Story
The Pine River-Backus Area Relay For Life will be Friday, June 20th at the Pine River-Backus High School track beginning at 6:00 p.m. with the opening ceremony honoring our survivors.
The Relay For Life is an overnight fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. The team captains are sharing their reasons for being involved in this event with the Northland Press during the weeks leading up to the Relay. Laurie Furney from Pine River shared her thoughts this week.
Please contact Tina Grewe at 568-6084 for more information about Relay For Life. Thank you for your support!!
Lois Nelson Lees introduced me to the Relay For Life when she organized the first one in Pine River-Backus. She started our church team at Emmanuel Lutheran of Backus.
I feel it is important to support our family, friends, and neighbors who have been, are, or will be affected by this disease. After the luminary ceremony, it is awesome to see all the candles lit in honor or in memory of those affected by cancer.
I walk for my family in the middle of the night when it is very quiet and I have time to reflect. I remember my grandma and my mother-in-law who died from cancer. This year when I walk, it will be to remember my Dad as he lost his battle with cancer this past year.
The best thing about the Relay is when the sun comes up the next morning. It is my reminder that there is hope in the new day and that my team has done something for our loved ones.
The Emmanuel Lutheran Church team asks that you come out to the Pine River-Backus High School Track on Friday, June 20th for the Opening Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. and support our local survivors and teams. We will be selling food out of the concession stand again this year.
Back to Top July EventsJuly 5: Sponsors Sought for 9th Annual Komen Brainerd Lakes Race for the Cure
Significant benefits await those who make cash or inkind contributions to the event
BRAINERD, MN, 01/14/08 - The Brainerd Lakes Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is seeking businesses and individuals who wish to support the 9th Annual Komen Brainerd Lakes Race for the Cure® as event sponsors.
Scheduled for July 5 at Forestview Middle School in Baxter, the Komen Brainerd Lakes Race for the Cure features a 5K Run, a 5K Walk, a 1 Mile Fun Walk and Kids for the Cure® Races. The event raises money to promote breast health programs in Cass and Crow Wing counties.
Sponsorships can come in the form of cash, in-kind contributions or a combination of both. Among the in-kind contributions needed for this event are awards and prizes, decorations, lodging, food, beverages, bottled water, office supplies, printing, advertising, and survivor gifts and prizes.
The benefits of sponsoring the race are significant, said Kim Watson, who oversees sponsorships for the Brainerd Lakes Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Among the benefits:
• It’s an opportunity to have you or your organization’s name associated with a wellknown, highly visible international event.
• You can build employee morale and company pride with corporate and or team sponsorships.
• You get visibility on 8,000 race entry forms, 100 posters, 2,300 T-shirts and Race Day programs for all participants, and on the sponsor page of www.komenbrainerdlakes.org
“This is really a tremendous opportunity for individuals and organizations to get involved with an event that’s raising money for a great cause,” Watson said. “Contributing toward saving lives and ending breast cancer is a noble cause that just about anyone can relate to. It’s critical that we all join together in this fight.”
Donations to the event can be made in any amount. Sponsorships start at $1,000.
They are as follows:
$5,000 (Gold Level) – Dominant placement of your logo on race T-shirts, posters, entry forms, program and Web site. Featured in advertisements and Race Day announcements. Corporate promotional material (supplied by sponsor) can be inserted in the race packets. Eight complimentary entries. Display company banner along course (provided by sponsor). Participate in Awards Ceremony on Race Day, and use of Susan G. Komen Race of the Cure logo on your Web site, print or media ads, with approval.
$3,000 (Silver Level) – Secondary placement of your logo on race T-shirts posters, entry forms, program and Web site. Featured in advertisements and Race Day announcements. Corporate promotional material (supplied by sponsor) can be inserted in the race packets. Five complimentary entries, and use of Susan G. Komen Race of the Cure logo on your Web site, print or media ads, with approval.
$1,000 (Bronze Level) – Includes name on race Tshirts, posters, entry forms, program and Web site. Also featured in ads and Race Day announcements. Corporate promotional material (supplied by sponsor) can be inserted in the race packets.
About the Brainerd Lakes Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
The Brainerd Lakes Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure — along with those who generously support us with their talent, time and resources — is working to better the lives of those facing breast cancer in our community. We join more than 100,000 breast cancer survivors and activists around the globe as part of the world’s largest and most progressive grassroots network fighting breast cancer. Through events like the Komen Brainerd Lakes Race for the Cure, we have invested more than $250,000 in local breast health and breast cancer awareness projects in Cass and Crow Wing counties. Up to 75 percent of net proceeds generated by the Komen Brainerd Lakes Affiliate stay in Cass and Crow Wing counties while the remaining income goes to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Award and Research Grant Programs supporting research, awards and educational and scientific programs around the world. Join us by calling 218-764-3315 or 218-829-278 or visiting us online at www.komenbrainerdlakes.org .
About Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launched the global breast cancer movement. Today, Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures. Thanks to events like the Komen Race for the Cure, we have invested nearly $1 billion to fulfill our promise, becoming the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure, breast health or breast cancer, visit www.komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN. July 10: Bridges of Hope Blooms: A Summer Garden Tour
Bridges of Hope is pleased to offer its second annual Summer Garden Tour, showcasing some of the finest gardens in the Lakes Area! Tickets are now on sale.
The day begins at 8:00 AM on Thursday, July 10th with a Silent Auction and tour of the Memorial Garden at Lutheran Church of the Cross in Nisswa, continuing by Motor Coach to four other area gardens, concluding with lunch at The Historic Grand View Lodge.
Tickets are $45.00; please call Marissa at 218.825.7682 ext 221 to register. All proceeds from this event will benefit Bridges of Hope’s work with families in the Lakes area. July 31: Crosslake/Fifty Lakes - Pequot Lakes Legion to host District 6 Division II Baseball Tourney
The Crosslake/Fifty Lakes-Pequot Lakes American Legion Posts will be hosting the District 6 Division II Tournament on July 31, August 1-3, 2008. This tournament will field seven other teams from District 6 along with the host team Crosslake/Fifty Lakes-Pequot Lakes.
Tournament games will be played at both the Crosslake and Pequot Lakes baseball fields. To offset costs of the tournament, players and parents will be soliciting for tournament program advertisements to be included in the 2008 tournament program guide. If you would like to place an ad, please contact Bea Pahl at 218-562-4167.
Back to Top August Events August 15-16: First Annual Chokecherry Festival
The members of the Pequot Lakes/Breezy Point Lion’s Club are making preparations to host the First Annual Chokecherry Festival on August 15-16, 2008, in Pequot Lakes, Minnesota.
The Festival will feature an art and craft fair on Saturday, August 16. There will be a variety of activities for participants and spectators alike. On Saturday evening enjoy live music and a street dance at the Pequot Lakes American Legion.
Fashionable Chokecherry attire as well as a variety of Chokecherry products will be available for purchase. More details will be added at a later date.
The Pequot Lakes/Breezy Point Lions Club wants to celebrate the fact that this area harvests hundreds of pounds of chokecherries every year. Local enthusiasts wish to draw attention to this previously ignored and maligned fruit. Besides that, it’s going to be a great time!
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