DacWorks’ first annual Sip & Shop Holiday Market and Fundraiser will be held Friday, Dec. 4, from 1 a.m.-1 p.m. at 1115 Second St. NW, Aitkin.
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On Wednesday, Nov. 25, the Butler Building will offer a special farmers market from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Read more
Everyone is invited to stop by DAC Works at 1115 Second St. NW, Aitkin for its first annual sip and shop holiday market and fundraiser. Read more
The Aitkin County Historical Society will have its cookie sale on Saturday, Dec. 5. Cookie donations are being sought. Those who like to donate cookies can bring four dozen cookies to the museum either Wednesday, Dec. 2 or Thursday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. or Friday, Dec.4 from 10 a.m.-no… Read more
After making efforts to keep the annual Fish House Parade going in the time of the COVID-19 – and moving the event to a viewing versus a parade – the event has now been canceled. Read more
The sixth annual Fish House 5K Run/Walk has gone virtual. Read more
The McGregor Area Friends of the Library will partner again this year with the McGregor ANGELS for the annual Lights of Love Event. Read more
Palisade Fun Night will resume with the event set for 6 p.m., Friday, Nov. 13 at the Palisade Assembly of God Church. Read more
Goffs Bay Catering & Sauces invites the community to McGregor Area Sip & Shop Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the McGregor Community Center located at 41442 Hwy. 65, McGregor. Activities include local arts, crafts, hot sauce, salsa, direct sales, food, prize drawing and an open bar. Read more
The third annual Minnesota Lions Children’s Cancer fundraiser hosted by the Garrison Bay Lake Area Lions Club Charities will be held on Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Deerwood Auditorium from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Read more
The Knights of Columbus – Cuyuna Range Council will hold a walleye dinner at Aitkin American Legion Post 86 Friday, Oct. 23, from 5-6:30 p.m. Read more
Aitkin United Methodist Church will hold its annual trunk or treat event Sunday, Oct. 25 from 3-5 p.m. at the church (104 Second St. NW, Aitkin). Read more
It was a foodie’s delight Oct. 8 at the 40 Club Convention Center in Aitkin. Read more
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Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge, together with The Frugal Farmhouse, will host a do-it-yourself fall crafting event on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m.-noon. Read more
The Captain Robert Orr Chapter of the national society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will hold its regular monthly meeting at 10 a.m. via Zoom Saturday, Oct. 10. This will be its annual business meeting. Read more
The Glen Store and Nelson Excavating will host their ninth annual Halloween party Friday, Oct. 16. Read more
TJ’s Liquor and Moose Lake Brewery will host Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 10 from 4-8 p.m. at 22039 321st Ave., Aitkin. Read more
Aitkin United Methodist Church will host its annual Trunk or Treat event Sunday, Oct. 25, from 3-5 p.m. Read more
As fall officially started in the last week, so did finalized plans for a Aitkin community fall staple. Read more
Coats, winter apparel and costumes for kids (all sizes) will be collected through Oct. 12. Drop-off locations: Paulbeck’s County Market, 171 Red Oak Dr., Aitkin and Village Laundromat, 975 Second St. NW #200, Aitkin. Read more
Minnewawa Sportman’s Range, 20514 393rd Lane, McGregor, will host a field day for online firearm safety classes Saturday, Oct. 10 at 8 a.m. Read more
An annual Aitkin County tradition will look more than a little different this year. Read more
One of the premiere events in the area this fall will still be taking place, as the Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce is moving forward with its annual “Taste of Aitkin” event. Read more
Constitution Week is the commemoration of America’s most important document. It is celebrated annually during the week of Sept. 17-23. Read more
A “Spooktacular” vendor craft fair will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Read more
The Palisade Super Sledders will hold its Booya swap meet Satuday, Sept. 19, from 7 a.m. until the evening. Read more
Learn the art of honey making during Honey 101 at Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19. The event is open to the public. Read more
Virtual storytime is back, and so are your local librarians, who, together with youngsters and their families, will sing songs, read books and learn. Read more
Join Crosby’s newest establishment, Trailside Tavern and Patio, as it hosts a grand opening of a new restaurant, bar and patio at the former Crosby Bar location, 212 W. Main St., on Thursday, Oct. 8, from 5-7 p.m., and help support the Cuyuna Lakes Chamber. Read more
The 2020 Post-Wheat Harvest and Pre-Row Crop Harvest Marketing Strategies seminar will be held virtually, Wednesday, Sept. 16. Registration is free for all attendees, but pre-registration is required to gain access to the seminar link. Confirmation email with meeting link will be emailed aft… Read more
The Captain Robert Orr Chapter of the national Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will hold its regular monthly meeting at 10 a.m. via Zoom Saturday, Sept. 12. The chapter student essay contest winners will be reading their essays and there will be a presentation about the 40… Read more
Torah Keepers are invited to attend Yahuah’s annual Sacred Festival of Sukkot (Tabernacles) Oct. 3-10. Read more
Everyone is invited to bring their memories or memorabilia of Palisade School to an all-class reunion Saturday, Sept. 12, at Berglund Park in Palisade. Read more
The Aitkin County Historical Society (ACHS) will hold its annual garage sale Sept. 3-4 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sept. 5 from 9 a.m.- noon. Read more
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Ruttger’s Bay Lake Lodge has decided to cancel its annual Oktoberfest celebration. Read more
The Glen Store is looking for vendors to participate in a Labor Day weekend event in Glen. Read more
The Roberts Glad VFW 1727, Aitkin, will hold a rummage sale Friday, Sept. 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (no early birds) at 36558 410 Ave., Aitkin. Read more
Deerwood Civic and Commerce will hold a NOT business as usual event on Aug. 14 and 15. Due to COVID-19, the 33rd annual Deerwood Summerfest was canceled earlier this year. Read more
David Koblish, who was to be ministering in music at Hilltop Chapel on Aug. 16, will not be coming on that date. Read more
Every year, the Deerwood Deer is dressed in different apparel marking the changes of the season. Read more
East Central Regional Library encourages teens across the region to get involved with virtual teen book club, a chance to check in, hang out and discuss the book of the month. The next book club meeting on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 4:30-5:30 p.m., will tackle “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculia… Read more
An electronics recycling drive is planned from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8 to benefit continuing education for area youth through the Deerwood Technologies Scholarship Fund. Read more
AmeriCorps Summer Reads VISTA and Kids Club will hold a book drive at the Rippleside Kids Club Aug. 4-5. Read more
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