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Summer's Not Over -it's a Sizzling Summer Art Crawl!

Ricky Woods — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 11:18:26 +0000

Stroll downtown. Meet friends. Buy great art. The Downtown Sizzling Summer Art Crawl will be held this Friday and Saturday in historic downtown St. Cloud. Featuring over 30 venues and artists, GREAT Theatre actors, hula-hoopers, fire eaters and more! The Art Crawls are a free event with over 30 participating venues hosting artists with a [...]

Join the Buddy Walk and Roll Fundraiser in Sauk Rapids

Ricky Woods — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 14:09:46 +0000

When you join the Arc Midstate Buddy Walk and Roll this Wednesday you are helping people with developmental disabilities and their families receive support, advocacy services, and up to date information that will help them in their day-to-day lives. All funds raised remain local to help support programs of Arc Midstate.

The Farmer's Market Provides Food and Entertainment This Friday

Ricky Woods — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 10:46:34 +0000

We have a lot of great farmer’s markets in Central Minnesota but the St. Joe market is one of the best and this Friday it’s even better with live music and arts and crafts for the kids. Dave Cofell, guitarist and folk singer, will be preforming this Friday, July 27, at the St. Joseph’s Farmers [...]

Experience a Night of Memories at the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life

Ricky Woods — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 10:28:30 +0000

Relay For Life is a life-changing event that helps communities across the globe celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. This weekend in Central Minnesota it's the Annual Becker Cancer Relay For Life, a great event for the entire family!

Drive-a-Tank – Play Time for Adults!

Lynn Quale — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:41:08 +0000

Remember when you were a kid how much fun it was to run around on a playground? Unfortunately as an adult, that kind of care-free fun just doesn’t come around very often – until now! Drive-a-Tank is a business located in Kasota, Minnesota and if you ask me, this sounds way cooler than fending off [...]

98 Country At B's On The River Ribfest [PHOTOS]

Chris Chapman — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:00:31 +0000

Great weather. Great food. Lots of fun. Needless to say, we had a great time at Ribfest! Check out the photos and make plans to be there next year!

Epic Fails – Slip 'N Slide Edition [VIDEO]

Lynn Quale — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 13:11:17 +0000

Now that summer is officially here I feel the need to remind you to be smart about your summer activities – think before you do. Your master plan may sound like a good idea at first, but trust me, you don’t want to end up like these people. The Slip ‘N Slide is one of [...]

Tear it Up at a Free St. Cloud Olympic Day BMX Racing Event

Ricky Woods — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:25:30 +0000

BMX racing is one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. and also one of the newest Olympic sports. Come and learn about the fun and exciting sport of BMX racing for free at Pineview Park BMX Monday, June 25th as part of Olympic Day.

Now We're Cooking! – It's a Mud Pie Play Space

Ricky Woods — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 16:16:32 +0000

What’s better if you’re a kid (or that kid’s parent) than summer, playing outside, getting dirty and using your imagination? Nothing. So, this summer we created a mud pie play space that’s super easy, inexpensive and has kept my girl busily baking treats for hours. My girl is three and loves to pretend cook. She [...]

At Lake George it's a Celebration of Fatherhood

Ricky Woods — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 11:06:39 +0000

You don’t have to be a dad to enjoy this free event. The whole family is welcome at Lake George today for a day of fun activities. It’s the 18th Annual Community “Celebration of Fatherhood” for dads and kids ages 0-8. All family members are welcome Saturday, June 16 from 9:30am-12:30pm at Lake George. The [...]

Today in Avon it's Spunktacular Days!

Ricky Woods — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 10:13:47 +0000

The Avon Chamber of Commerce has a huge day of fun planned today when they get “Movin’ and Groovin’ in Avon” for Spunktacular Days! The line-up starts at 8am with a bike ride, a 5K and 1K run, a volleyball tournament and a craft fair. Kids’ activities begin at 10am and include turtle races, [...]

Becker Freedom Days This Saturday

Ricky Woods — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:37:31 +0000

This is where my girl and I will be this Saturday. As Becker residents it's nice to wave your hometown flag but it's also a whole lot of fun! So, even if you're not from Becker come join us for Becker Freedom Days.

Attend the 'Celebrate Veterans Career Exploration Event' in Central Minnesota

Ricky Woods — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 10:36:43 +0000

This event for veterans and their families and friends will welcome, thank and display our appreciation for our veterans throughout Minnesota. It will also help with all the necessities to not just find a job, but guide veterans of all ages in living a healthy, vibrant, successful future. The Brainerd and seven surrounding county region [...]

For a 'Sweet Roll on a Sweet Trail' Take the Caramel Roll Ride

Ricky Woods — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 11:18:50 +0000

Celebrate the coming of summer by enjoying “A sweet roll along a sweet trail!” Everyone, especially families with their children, is invited to get out and enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise, and do something fun together as a family. It will be a pleasant ride on the Lake Wobegon Trail and a chance to enjoy a sweet caramel roll!

At the Celebration of Arts in Avon You Can Sit on a Yak!

Ricky Woods — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 11:00:42 +0000

Have you ever sat on a Yak? Would you like to? It’s one of the many fun things planned for your family at the Sixth Annual Celebration of the Arts in Avon this Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy a weekend in the hills of Avon celebrating arts and music. Avon Area Arts is hosting the sixth [...]

Central Minnesota's Kick Off to Summer Car Show and Cook-off

Ricky Woods — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 14:30:22 +0000

Help support brain cancer research. Head to Melrose for a great fundraising event that includes a car show, silent auction, BBQ cook-off, live music and fireworks. This Saturday starting at 11am! Working Together For a Cure is an organization created by the friends and family of Ralph Hellermann. In May 2007, at the age of [...]

Memorial Day Events in Central Minnesota

Ricky Woods — Fri, 25 May 2012 12:48:32 +0000

If you would like to honor the men and women who gave their lives for our country there are a handful of Memorial Day events planned around the area this weekend. The State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls is hosting its annual service on Sunday. It begins at 1:30 p.m. with music, and the traditional [...]

Mowdown Showdown: Lawnmowers Rumble in Central Minnesota Fundraiser Race

Ricky Woods — Fri, 18 May 2012 11:31:05 +0000

They wildly whip around the curves of a brutal track as the dirt flies and your heart is beating so hard it feels like it will escape your chest, they have no concerns for anything but a win - it's the exhilarating sport of.....lawnmower racing?! You bet it is and it's coming this Saturday to the Isanti County Fairgrounds in Cambridge.

What Is The Old Glory Run All About? [VIDEO]

Chris Chapman — Sun, 13 May 2012 16:34:56 +0000

On Saturday, the Old Glory Run will take place in Cold Spring. You may have heard us talking about it, but you still have questions as to what it's all about. Is it just a run? Why is it called 'Old Glory' when it's not on July 4th...

Pitch, Hit & Run in Foley

Ricky Woods — Thu, 10 May 2012 11:02:13 +0000

Pitch, Hit & Run is the Official Skills Competition of Major League Baseball. Boys and girls, ages 7 to 14 are given the opportunity to showcase, free of charge, their pitching, hitting and running abilities. Boys and girls compete and advance separately through four levels of competition, including Team Championships at Major League Ballparks, and [...]