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DETROIT LAKES

STEAMIN’ ROLLAG GO BACK IN TIME

ANNUAL FUNDRAISING DANCE THIS MONTH

DANCING FIREFIGHTERS SO MANY THINGS TO DO AT TAMARAC

A DATE WITH MOTHER NATURE

Community strong At every Sanford Clinic we are proud to serve the community. As communities grow, so do we. In order to keep meeting your needs and the economic needs of the communities we serve, we are committed to providing new services. Committed to recruiting new providers. Committed to meeting the needs of our valued patients.

To schedule an appointment, please call The Sanford Clinic closest to you. For answers to your general health questions anytime of the day, call My Sanford Nurse (701) 234-5000.

Sanford Health Detroit Lakes Clinic (218) 846-2000

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Sanford Health Pelican Rapids Clinic (218) 863-6100

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Lakegirl store open M-Sat 10-5, Sun 11-4 through Labor Day.

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Peggary open weekends 9-3 Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Located at 12673 County Hwy 17 Detroit Lakes MN 56501

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A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE AUGUST 3, 2016 ISSUE OF THE TRIBUNE

The Detroit Lakes Area Summer Scene is a magazine that is published monthly from May through September.

The magazine is for the reading enjoyment of visitors as well as seasonal and year-round residents.

INDEX

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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A full listing of events throughout the summer....................................

FIREFIGHTERS DANCE

Detroit Lakes Firefighters hold their annual ‘thank you to the community’ dance.............

SUMMER RECIPES

Spice up summer eatin’ with these fun, fresh recipes.......................................

SUMMER AT TAMARAC

So many things to do at the wildlife refuge....

READY FOR ROLLAG

Steam Threshers Reunion set to get rollin’....

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Two additional versions of the magazine are published in the East Otter Tail Lakes Area and Park Rapids.

For advertising information contact Detroit Lakes Newspapers at 218-847-3151 Melissa Swenson, publisher Paula Quam, magazine editor Viola Anderson, circulation manager Sara Leitheiser, creative manager

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EVENTS

AROUND THE SURROUNDING LAKES AREA...ENJOY!

AUGUST AUGUST 2 CRAZY DAZE Starting at 7 a.m. and going to 6 p.m., local businesses downtown close down the streets and pull out their summer merchandise to sell at clearance prices. Contact: 218-8479202 AUGUST 2 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469.

AUGUST 4-6 WE FEST The country music festival at the Soo Pass Ranch pulls in thousands of people and the hottest country music stars in the country. Contact: 1-800-493-3378 AUGUST 4 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218-847-2641.

AUGUST 8 – 14 PINE TO PALM GOLF TOURNAMENT Location: Detroit Country Club Contact: 218-847-5790 AUGUST 9 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469

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AUGUST 10 CRUISE DL NIGHT Walk West Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes as it is closed down to traffic and lined with old time, classic cars and trucks from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Contact: 218-847-9202.

AUGUST 10 - 14 VERGAS LOONEY DAZE From the street fair to the parade and all of the activities in between, Looney Daze is sure to entertain.

Contact: 218-342-2091 AUGUST 13 & 14 PINE POINT POW WOW The grand entry begins Saturday at 1 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. in the community of Pine Point. Contact: 218-573-2154 AUGUST 16 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park

near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469 AUGUST 18 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218-847-2641 AUGUST 19 & 20 YOUNG LIFE TRIATHLON The triathlon begins at the Detroit Lakes City Park. Contact: 218-8445808 AUGUST 23 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion. If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469.

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AUGUST 25 WILDLIFE EXCURSIONS Tamarac Wildlife Refuge; 10 a.m. to noon. Contact: 218847-2641 AUGUST 26 & 27 OJIBWE FORESTS RALLY The Muscatell Ojibwe Forests Rally winds its way through the Two Inlets and White Earth Forests on some of the best rally roads in the county. Contact: 651-260-9456 AUGUST 26 & 27 WOLF LAKE HARVEST FEST Location: Wolf Lake Contact: 218-252-5618 AUGUST 27 BOATS & BARS The 11th annual Boats & Bars is an event to benefit Habitat for Humanity of the DL area, sponsored by the Lakes Area Parrot Heads. Contact: 218-841-2968 AUGUST 27 RIB FEST Sign up to compete or just come out to enjoy some ribs at the Lakeside Tavern on West Lake Drive. Contact: 218-234-9131 AUGUST 27 NORTH COUNTRY HIKING FEST The 10th annual event begins at 10:30 a.m. and goes to 4:30 p.m. at Itasca State Park. Meet at the Jacob V. Brower Visitors Center.

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AUGUST 30 TUESDAYS IN THE PARK Every Tuesday night, local musicians and bands will perform in the Detroit Lakes band shell in the City Park near the Pavilion.

If it rains, concerts are moved inside. Music begins at 7 p.m.; the events are free. Contact: 218-844-7469.

SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 2 – 4 WESTERN MN STEAM THRESHERS REUNION Steam engines, gas engines, horse power, pioneer life, homestyle cooking, spark shows, free rides, entertainment and parking. Contact: 701-212-2034 SEPTEMBER 3 & 4 LADDIES LOPPET MOUNTAIN BIKE STAGE RACE The 26th annual event is hosted

by Maplelag and is one of the oldest mountain bike races in Minnesota. This is a great event for the whole family with races and age categories for every type of rider. Contact: 1-800654-7711 SEPTEMBER 3 LAKES AREA FARMERS MARKET Every Tuesday and Saturday, locally grown fresh produce, local craft and health items are available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 218483-3104

Gearing up for the Young Life Triathlon Strap your running shoes on, grab your swimsuit, do a little stretch and join Young Life members for their annual triathlon in Detroit Lakes.

The two-day event is set for Friday and Saturday, Aug. 19-20.

On Friday the Rock the Beach 5K is set up for those who are not quite ready for a triathlon (or for those just wanting to warm up for the big Saturday event.) There is also a Friday Night Kids Run at the Detroit Lakes Beach/City Park for kids who want to run like mom and dad. The 1K (or .62 miles) is a run around the City Park in Detroit Lakes. A family fun event that night is open to everyone, featuring inflatable games and food. Saturday the triathlon begins at the Detroit Lakes Pavilion with a Long Course, which is a 1.5 kilometer swim in Detroit Lake, a 40-mile kilometer bike ride through lakes country and a 10-kilometer run out to Dunton Locks Park and back. For a shorter introductory event, the Sprint Course includes a 500 meter swim, a 20K bike ride and a 5K run.

There will also be Stand Up Paddle Board and Kayak divisions that consist of a 2-mile paddle combined with the Olympic or Sprint bike and run. Relays are also available.

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SEPTEMBER 9 TOAST TO TAMARAC A fundraiser for the Friends of Tamara, this event features wine tasting and live music by Dave Ferreira Trio, appetizers, silent auction and games. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door.

Contact: 218-846-9815 SEPTEMBER 10 DICK BEARDSLEY MARATHON The Dick Beardsley Marathon starts at the Detroit lakes City Park, and runners can choose from a half marathon, a 10 K and a 5 K. The event begins at 8 p.m.

Contact: 218-844-4221

These ‘daze’ are getting crazy: DL to hold annual Crazy Daze sale downtown

SEPTEMBER 10 RICHWOOD WINERY GRAPE STOMP Join Richwood Winery for the annual Grapestomp. Craft and food vendors with lunch available. Prizes awarded to best stompers and best costume.

Contact: 218-844-5990

SEPTEMBER 14 CRUISE DL NIGHT Walk West Lake Drive in Detroit Lakes as it is closed down to traffic and lined with old time, classic cars and trucks from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Contact: 218-847-9202 SEPTEMBER 16 HOEDOWN FOR LAKES AREA IMAGINATION LIBRARY A fundraiser for the Lakes Area Imagination Library, the hoedown features music, meal and silent auction at the Shorewood Pub. Contact: 218-841-2944 SEPTEMBER 17 LEATHER AND LEAVES This fundraiser run by the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center is for motorcyclists looking to raise money through a beautiful ride through lakes country. Contact: 218844-4221

The dog days of summer get a little “crazy” come August, as the 800 and 900 blocks of Washington Avenue in downtown Detroit Lakes are shut down for Crazy Daze.

The much-anticipated event is set for Thursday, Aug. 9 this year.

Dozens of retailers from around Detroit Lakes will be dragging inventory out onto the streets, as they dramatically slash prices, predominantly on summer items. Shoppers can expect to see prices at Crazy Daze drop anywhere from 30 to 90 percent, as businesses make room for their fall inventory.

The early birds tend to get the worms, though, as the mad rush for the hot deals begins at 7 a.m. and goes to 7 p.m.

Bargain shopping is the big goal here, but Crazy Daze also features fun food vendors and music to add to the festive, family-friendly atmosphere. Some businesses even do special promotions and games throughout the day.

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SEPTEMBER 23 PUMPKIN FEST From family activities to a corn maize to a classic car parade, Lake Park’s Pumpkin Fest draws people in from all around.

Contact: 218-238-5532 SEPTEMBER 30 FIRE AND ICE This fundraiser for St. Mary’s Foundation is at the Fireside in Detroit Lakes. Contact: 218847-0867

Habitat for Humanity grills ‘em up every Tuesday night at the park

OCTOBER OCTOBER 1 DAMIEN HOME TOUR The Detroit Lakes Damiens work with area homeowners with extraordinary homes to open up to the public. The tours go from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call 218234-1353.

OCTOBER 1 TAMARAC FALL FESTIVAL Spend a day at the settlers’ cabins to celebrate Tamarac.

Venture out on a guided refuge tour to discover Tamarac’s past while looking for the future.

Become a refuge manager on the activity trail and learn about wildlife success stories along the way. View the Annual Photo Contest entries and vote for your favorite. Lunch is available for sale by the Friends of Tamarac.

The event goes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 218-847-2641.

OCTOBER 22 VERGAS HAIRYMAN RUN “I outran the Hairyman” 5K Fun Run/Walk starts at 4 p.m. in Vergas. Prizes awarded for not only the winners of the race, but also for best theme costumes.

Contact: 218-342-2091

It’s unknown how many burgers and brats Habitat for Humanity volunteers grill up every summer, but for those looking for a traditional-style picnic in the park, this could be the place.

Every Tuesday night at the Detroit Lakes City Park, live music takes the stage at the park’s bandshell. The event is free, open to the public and draws out some big crowds. But crowds, they like to be fed, and that’s where the Habitat for Humanity comes in.

Prior to the 7 p.m. music, volunteers with the organization are busy grilling up quarter-pound hamburgers, brats and hot dogs right there on the spot, serving them up hot and fresh, while dishing up a couple of salads and handing out beverages.

The picnic is a freewill donation, with any proceeds being kept for Habitat for Humanity projects around the area.

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NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 24 PARADE OF TREES The Lake Park Parade of Trees is held at the American Legion in Lake Park and features dozens of Christmas trees decorated by themes. Contact: 218-238-5532

Ready to get Looney? Head to Vergas for a fun festival

NOVEMBER 28 PARADE OF LIGHTS Community members gather in downtown Detroit Lakes, as Washington Avenue is shut down to make room for a parade of lights. Area businesses and orga-

nizations create floats, and the big man himself (Santa) makes an appearance as people sip hot chocolate and kick off the beginning of the holiday season.

DECEMBER DECEMBER 3 WILDLIFE TRACKING HIKE Exploring the North Country Trail in early winter begins at 1 p.m. and goes to 3 p.m. Meet at the North Country Trail Head at the South Entrance of Itasca State Park.

In August, Vergas is all about lovin’ the loons, lovin’ the life, as the annual Vergas Looney Daze gets underway.

With a tagline of “Welcome to the Looney Bin, this year the five-day festival gets underway Wednesday, Aug. 10 and wraps up the following Monday.

Craft and food vendors will be out in true street fair fashion, as a 5-K run takes off on Aug. 13.

The weekend is packed with everything from the Miss Vergas and Princess Altona pageant to flea markets to area-wide rummage sales and a fishing derby.

But what would Looney Daze be without a water fight, a strongman contest and a loon-calling contest?

The annual Looney Daze parade will be wrapping through the quaint little town on Sunday, Aug. 14 at 2 p.m.

There are far too many fun and kooky events to list that make this one of area’s favorite summertime festivals, so ahead, get looney - you know you want to.

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FIREFIGHTERS DL FIRE DEPARTMENT TO HOLD A DANCE FOR THE PUBLIC

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he annual Firefighter’s Dance will once again be held at the Detroit Lakes Pavilion on August 12. The Firefighter’s Dance has been held at the Pavilion since 1915 as a thank you gift to the community and as a minor fundraising event.

“We don’t make a ton of money from it, it’s really just to give back to donors,” said Jason Talbert, a local firefighter.

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firefighters for their service.

Detroit Lakes Police Chief and musician Tim Eggebraaten will provide live music, and there will be a cash bar open to attendees. Almost all of the local volunteer firefighters will be there to answer questions about their work. A five dollar donation will be collected at the door, with all proceeds going directly to the all-volunteer fire department.

In Detroit Lakes, the crew is staffed entirely by volunteers who are willing to risk life and limb to help in times of crisis in the community. Whenever there

is a fire, no matter if it is late at night or if temperatures are way below zero, volunteer firefighters are always on the scene to help in the rescue effort.

The DLFD also has in its possession the Jaws of Life, a tool used to extract people stuck inside of crashed vehicles.

So, in addition to putting out fires, a team of firefighters will be at every major car crash in the area.

Firefighters train every Wednesday night to ensure they are doing their job correctly. There are currently 27 firefighters on staff in Detroit Lakes.

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SUMMER RECIPES BALSAMIC BRUSCHETTA

Ingredients 8 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 loaf French bread, toasted and sliced Add all ingredients to list Directions In a bowl, toss together the tomatoes, basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. Mix in

the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, kosher salt, and pepper. Serve on toasted bread slices.

VERY BERRY TEA SMOOTHIE Ingredients 1 cup brewed black tea (such as Gold PeakÂŽ), chilled 1 cup frozen mixed berries 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks 1 banana, broken into chunks and frozen 1/2 lemon, juiced 3 fresh mint leaves, or more to taste 1 teaspoon honey (optional) Add all ingredients to list Directions Combine tea, berries, pineapple, banana, lemon juice, mint, and honey in a blender. Blend until smooth.

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RASPBERRY ICEBOX CAKE Ingredients 24 graham crackers, crushed 1/3 cup butter 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 (6 ounce) package raspberry flavored Jell-OÂŽ mix 1 cup boiling water 15 ounces frozen raspberries 20 large marshmallows 1/3 cup milk 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped Add all ingredients to list Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Mix graham cracker wafer crumbs, butter and brown sugar until well combined. Set aside 1/4 cup of this mixture for a topping and press the remainder into one 9x13 inch pan.

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Dissolve raspberry gelatin in the boiling water and add the frozen raspberries, stirring until melted.

Chill until partially set and spread on wafer base.

Melt marshmallows with the milk. When cool, fold in whipped cream and spread on top of raspberry mixture. Sprinkle with remaining crumbs. Chill for 3-4 hours before serving.

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SOAK IT ALL IN,

TAMARAC AWAITS

AUGUST IS A BUSY, BUSY MONTH AT THE WILDLIFE REFUGE TAMARAC NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE August is the month to prepare for the cold months ahead. Spend some time in nature to rejuvenate your spirit before the frigid temperatures arrive.

Experience some vibrant early foliate color with native sumacs and observe the beauty of late summer flowers including yarrow, goldenrod, hoary alyssum and woodland sunflower. Sample some late summer cuisine with raspberries, gooseberries, elderberries, pin cherries and chokecherries that can all 18 | SUMMER SCENE | AUGUST 2016

be found and picked south of Cty Hwy 26 in the visitor area. See you on the refuge where the blacktop ends and the backwoods begin!

WILDLIFE WATCHING Here at Tamarac, wildlife is left undisturbed as they care for their young.

Portions of the refuge are closed to the public during this crucial time, but many viewing opportunities still exist. The most optimum times for viewing wildlife occur around sunrise and sunset. But sometimes even an afternoon visit can

be rewarding to the quiet, watchful observer.

To increase your chances of seeing wildlife, take a drive on the Blackbird Wildlife Drive. This five mile drive follows the edges of lakes, marshes and meadows. If you feel inclined to exercise, hike the 2 mile long Old Indian Hiking Trail and experience the beauty of the maple basswood forest. Another option is to venture out on the North Country Trail which traverses 14 miles through the southern half of the refuge.

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FISHING Try your luck in one of our five lakes open to fishing. There are many varieties of fish to be caught including crappie, walleye, sunfish, northern pike and bass. A fishing map and regulations can be obtained at the information kiosks located at refuge entrances.

VISITOR CENTER If you’ve got questions, our enthusiastic staff has answers. We are eager to help you make the most of your visit.

Check out our interactive exhibits and learn about the diverse habitats which support Tamarac’s many species of wildlife. Learn about the historical use of the refuge including that of the Ojibwe Indians and the European settlers. Be sure to view our large screen presentation: “Tamarac: Its Life and Legends.”

Before you leave, browse in the Tamarac Bookshop. Proceeds from sales support educational programs at the refuge. The visitor center is located 9 miles north of Hwy 34. Visitor center hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

DON’T FORGET! TAMARAC’S ANNUAL PHOTO CONTEST This is your chance to share your captivating images and special memories of the refuge. Photos may be used in refuge publications, websites, and interpre20 | SUMMER SCENE | AUGUST 2016

tive exhibits. Categories include: Wildlife, Scenic, Nature’s Abstracts, Recreation, Plant Life. Deadline for submission is September 9. For more information and entry forms, go to the Friends of Tamarac website:www.tamaracfriends.org. Entry forms are also available at the visitor center. All photos will be on display at the 2016 Fall Festival, October 1.

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES Sunday August 7, 2:00 pm Animal Homes Episode 3: Cities Animals congregate in huge colonies partly out of necessity and partly for the security that numbers provide. But, colonies are also useful for predators. For others, communal living provides perfect multi-generational caregiving options or the opportunity to build enormous cities.

Learn how Icelandic puffins, social spiders in Ecuador and leaf cutting ants in Costa Rica take advantage of city living.

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Sunday August 14, 2:00 pm Movie: North America- Nowhere to Hide A world of extreme storms and unpredictable blizzards, this land tests all those who set foot on it. From bunker building prairie dogs to the fastest land animals on the continent, the fight to survive shapes all who dare call this place home.

50 min.

Sunday August 21, 2:00 Movie: Yellowstone, In the Valley of the Wolves The Druids are the most celebrated wolf pack in North America. For almost a decade, they have held the Lamar Valley in Northern Yellowstone. The valley is prime winter grazing for thousands of elk and thus the most coveted wolf country in the entire park. Emmy Award winning filmmaker Bob Landis has chronicled the adventures of the Druids since their very beginnings and in this, his third film on wolves, the Druids find themselves in trouble for the first time. 50 min.

Sunday August 28, 2:00 pm Movie: The Incredible Journey of Butterflies Every year 100 million monarchs set off on a journey across North America, flying 2000 miles to reach their remote destination: a tiny area high in the mountains of Mexico. How do they achieve this? Shot in stunning detail, this film reveals the monarch as a scientific marvel caught in an inspiring struggle for survival. 50 min.

Sunday September 4, 2:00 pm Movie: Beavers: The Biggest Dam Movie You Ever Saw! Take an intimate swim with beavers and experience the rich aquatic habitat of one of nature’s greatest engineers. 38 min.

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Sunday September 11, 2:00 pm Movie- Great Migrations: Born to Move From the tiniest butterflies to the largest wildebeest, life itself hinges on these travelers’ ability to get up and go. Born to Move spans the globe, revealing four of the most remarkable animal movements: Sperm whales travelling over a million miles in a lifetime; monarch butterflies taking four generations to cross a continent; and wildebeest, every year rising above the gaping jaws of ravenous crocodiles. 55 min.

Friday September 16 North Country Trail Association Annual Celebration Various guided hikes will be scheduled throughout the day on sections of the North Country Trail. A schedule of the day’s events will be available at the Tamarac Visitor Center and will be posted online.

Saturday September 17 Fall Photo Safari 2:00-4:30 pm Experience autumn on the refuge through the lens of your camera. Visit some unique areas to capture the changing color.

Bring a snack, water and your creativity! Led by refuge volunteer guides and members of the Detroit Lakes Photography Club. Meet at the Discovery Center.

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GREBES AT TAMARAC ARE 5-TIMES COOLER THAN YOU THINK Tamarac Refuge is a place to find rare species and great diversity. It lies within a transition zone where western tallgrass prairie, eastern deciduous hardwoods, and northern coniferous forests meet. This brings together species from those different habitats. An account of this diversity is our five species of grebes that are on the refuge at least part of the year, the piedbilled, red-necked, western, eared, and horned grebes.

Grebes are ducklike waterbirds that live in lakes, ponds and rivers. They are great swimmers and divers, but awkward on land. The feet of grebes are lobed unlike the webbed feet typical of most waterbirds. The same traits that make them good at swimming, such as a heavier body and feet placed close to their tail, make them less suited for other movement. Grebes eat their own feathers, which appears to help them throw up uneatable prey parts as pellets. Look for two of the five grebe species on the refuge this summer. Anticipate large flocks of grebes at Tamarac Refuge towards fall and search for rare grebes at the edge of their range.

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Tamarac Refuge throughout the summer. They build nests upon floating vegetation. They have one or two young that climb on the backs of their parents soon after hatching. The parents feed their babies for up to two weeks by diving for their food.

Popular items on the menu may include fish, insects, crustaceans, and amphibians. Boaters that see grebes should keep their distance to avoid flushing the birds, leaving the babies vulnerable to predators. Grebe populations can be effected by pollution, fishing line entanglement, and changes in water quality.

Tamarac Refuge is nearly 43,000 acres offering habitat for grebes on twenty-eight lakes, three rivers, and several hundred wetlands. The Tamarac Wetland Management District extends these habitats to five counties north of the refuge. Tamarac staff work with private landowners to re-establish wetlands, hundreds have been restored and protected over the past few years. Be a part of our progress by conserving diverse habitats on your property.

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ly tradition and began inviting friends and neighbors to join in. The Western Minnesota Steam Thresher’s Reunion, as the event was formally named in 1954, has continued every year since and has amassed a loyal following of steam power enthusiasts.

Rollag has grown to a designated sprawling space of 210 acres, complete with public camping areas, a main street lined with old timey buildings, and the

353 train, which carries passengers in a 2-mile loop around the showgrounds.

There is also lots of delicious grub to be found across the grounds, prepared by various church groups, ranging from fry bread to homemade farmer’s breakfast and all the ice cream a person could want.

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Blacksmiths may be a dying breed, but at Rollag they fit right in to the scenery, as volunteers with different skills set up displays that are often interactive for visitors. The entire weekend-long event is put on by volunteers who come back year after year to help. tractors to old school saw mills, there’s sure to be something fascinating for any attendee.

On top of the normal, vast array of machinery that Rollag shows, there’s going to be a little something extra for the 62nd reunion. This year, WMSTR is hosting the Great Minneapolis Line Expo following the theme “From Steam to Modern Machine.”

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Minneapolis Moline Power Implement Company, one of the largest machinery manufacturers in the Midwest. WMSTR has the largest display of Multi-Task Machining steam engines of any show and this year there will be around 20 MTM steam engines at the expo. Out for viewing will be the oldest operating engine, the last MTM engine built, the only operating tandem compound return flue engine, a double cylinder engine that was one of the original double smoke-

stack engines, the largest engine MTM built and many more pieces of incredible machinery.

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in pioneer dress complete household tasks such as spinning yarn, a blacksmith’s shop and foundry, and a farmstead where attendees of all ages can see what it was like running a farm before the age of modern machinery.

And what celebration would be complete without music? From accordions, to banjos, fiddles, harmonicas and maybe the spoons, Rollag has a variety of music to be enjoyed that can be heard daily across the showgrounds from the Nelson building to the TMB, gazebo, churches and sometimes just under a shady tree. There will be formally arranged music playing in the Nelson building, along with impromptu jamming around many other locations. In the evening, you can still find music in the Nelson building, as well as the TMB. It will be a grand old time on Steamer Hill, the place ‘Where the Sun Always Shines in Your Heart!’.

For more information on Rollag and the annual Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion, visit www.rollag.com.

Rollag is one of the most popular places to go in the lakes area over Labor Day weekend, as thousands pour through the gates to get a glimpse of the early days.

Steam engines, above, are the name of the game at Rollag, as the Steam Threshers Reunion is known to be a ‘rolling museum’ full of various displays that still function in an old-fashioned way.

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BLEACHERS BAR & GRILL If sports, burgers and beer rank high on your score board, then come to Bleachers for a hat trick. Voted the best burgers in the Lakes Area, new to menu, taco grinders, philly sandwich, french fries, ALL the sports games you could ever hope to watch on their flat screen TV’s and a scenic deck overlooking Dead Shot Bay for relaxing outdoors. 1/2 price appetizers on Thursdays, Karaoke throughout the year. Don’t forget about 2-4-1 burgers every Sunday!

25807 Cty. Hwy. 22, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-6820 CENEX COMMUNITY COOPS HOT STUFF PIZZA A&W If quality and convenience is what you’re looking for, then head on over to the Cenex Convenience Store located on Hwy. 34 East. Fresh made pizzas from Hot Stuff and famous A&W cheeseburgers are sure to satisfy your appetite. If you’re in a hurry, use the drive-thru located on the South side of the building.

911 Hwy. 34 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3190 COUNTRY KITCHEN Whether its breakfast, lunch or dinner we have you covered. Try our great desserts too!

Open daily at 6:00 AM 705 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes 218-847-0472 HOLIDAY INN When you come into the Icehouse Restaurant the first thing you will notice is the view. Overlooking Big Detroit Lake, you will experience both sunrises and sunsets with windows from floor to ceiling and seasonal lakeside patio seating. During the cold months, we keep the fireplace lit for your comfort.

If you are looking for a sports bar environment, you could select the Holiday Beach Bar & Grill, complete with 10 flat panel televisions and excellent menu.

1155 Hwy 10 East, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-2121 www.holidayinndl.com IZZOS BAR & GRILL Izzos Bar & Grill is Detroit Lakes’ top hot spot! We offer the consistency and quality you expect from a top restaurant. The sports bar setting gives Izzos a great atmosphere that can be enjoyed by all. We offer a wide variety of great food and excellent service for you to experience and enjoy.

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MCDONALDS The menu you love, plus so much more! Since 1955, we’ve been proud to serve the world some of its favorite food. And along the way, we’ve managed to not just live up to our history, but create it: From drive-thru restaurants to All Day Breakfast!

415 Frazee St E, Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3558 MAIN STREET RESTAURANT If you want to experience one of Detroit Lakes’ ‘local hangouts’, you have to stop by Main Street Restaurant! they have been voted the “Best Breakfast in Town” and they are sure to deliver. Main Street Restaurant offers quality, homemade food and big portions at a reasonable price. Open Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4:00 p.m. • Sat. 7 a.m.- 3:45 p.m. • Sun. 8 a.m.-1:45 p.m 900 Washington Ave., Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3344 SPEAK EASY We offer a full menu of Italian and American cuisine.

Nightly specials Monday through Friday. Stop in for our buffet and enjoy delicious salad bar, soups and pastas. We have something for everyone and we are the perfect choice for catering and for weddings and parties. Call or stop in today!

1100 N Shore Dr., Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-1326 speakeasyrestaurant.com PIT 611 SPORTS BAR & GRILL You’ll come for our great food and drinks at unbeatable prices, but you’ll end up staying because of our fun and exciting atmosphere. There is a little something for everyone at Pit 611 Sports Bar & Grill.

Open at 11am. Kitchen Hours: Mon-Thurs 11-9, Fri & Sat 11-10, Sun 11-9. Easy to find, hard to leave.

15057 Cty. Hwy. 11, Audubon 218-439-6121 www.pit611.com

PARK RAPIDS BEYOND JUICE Beyond Juice offers healthy and delicious choices! 100% fresh fruit smoothies, fresh-made deli sandwiches and homemade soups and crisp salads.

Try our new breakfasts. Children’s menu. We deliver and cater. Open 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat. at 9 am, Sun. at 10 am.

203 South Main Street, Park Rapids 218-732-0422

BLUEBERRY PINES RESTAURANT Blueberry Pines Restaurant offers the area’s best fresh seafood, fresh vegetables, fresh cut meats, hand-pattied burgers, pizza & appetizers. Fabulous brunch buffet Sundays from 10 am - 1 pm. An extensive wine list and the area’s best service staff. Enjoy the comfort of our log clubhouse and wonderful outdoor scenery. Summer: Open daily at 11 am. Call for off-season hours.

Located south of Park Rapids on Hwy. 71.

218-564-4653 www.blueberrypinesgolf.com COMPANEROS Companeros is back! New owners, same great food.

You’ll find all your old favorites and some new ones!

Authentic Mexican food served in a fun, festive dining room. Chimichangas, tostadas, burritos, enchiladas and other Mexican or American favorites, plus Mexican desserts. Kids’ menu. Also Mexican beers, margaritas. Open 7 days a week. Call ahead for fall hours.

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218-732-7624 DORSET CAFE People love our broasted chicken! Dine-in or buy it by the bucket to-go. Broasted pork chops, too! Full menu featuring steaks, burgers, fish, appetizers and more. All dinners served with choice of potato and salad bar. All-you-can-eat broasted chicken every Tuesday. Friday Fish Fry. Seasonal specials. Full bar, large dining rooms. Bring your friends! Open 7 days a week. Call for fall hours.

On the boardwalk in Dorset. 218-732-4072 DORSET HOUSE FAMILY RESTAURANT The old-fashioned soda fountain awaits you! Ice cream, ice cream and more ice cream! Plus great sandwiches, pizza & burgers. Dine in a fun and relaxing environment. Booths, tables and, of course, stools that twirl at the soda fountain. Bring the family! Open daily at noon. Call for fall hours.

On the boardwalk in Dorset.

218-732-5556 EMMAVILLE STORE Historic country store & cafe featuring daily breakfast and lunch specials. Dinner specials on Fridays.

Sunday Breakfast Buffet and Taco Bar Tuesdays 5-7:30 pm. Also offering ice cream, cookies, bars & fabulous caramel rolls! Bar with pizzas and big screen TV. Open 7 days a week. Open until 9 pm on Saturdays.

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IRON HORSE BAR & GRILL The best smoked brisket around! Mouth-watering lunch and dinner specials. Smoked prime rib every Friday and Saturday. Appetizers, ribs, burgers, sandwiches and full BBQ menu daily. Full bar. Music every weekend. Open daily at 11 am.

Downtown Nevis 218-652-3898 LAKE GEORGE CAFE We do breakfast all day! Lunch menu, American food, lunch & dinner specials. Open Tues.-Fri. 7 am - 7 pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am - 3pm, closed Mon. Hwy. 71, Lake George (37550 Night Hawk Rd.) 218-699-3080 LAPASTA For lunch choose from delicious burgers, salads and some entrees from the evening LaPasta Italian menu.

Evening diners can select from the full LaPasta Italian menu with American entrees available. Breakfast: Tues.-Sun. 8:30 am. Lunch: Tues.-Sun. Dinner seven days a week at 5 pm.

Downtown Dorset 218-732-0275 www.dorset-lapasta.com.

LEONA’S RESTAURANT Leona’s Restaurant offers homemade specialties to satisfy every appetite. Homemade pizza, freshly made burgers, broasted chicken, sandwiches, appetizers, desserts, soft serve ice cream and more!

Bring the kids, there’s a menu just for them. AND... you can order online...your food will be ready when you arrive. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Full bar.

Monday-Saturday open at 11 am.

203 Bunyan Trails Rd., downtown Nevis.

218-652-4021 leonas-restaurant.com LOBO’S BAR & GRILL Legendary food & spirits! Try the best Angus burgers, enjoy prime rib & walleye Friday and Saturday nights, too. Big screen TVs. Dine-in or carry out. Full-service bar and off-sale. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 am-1 am; Sun. 12 noon-12 midnight.

Located on Hwy. 200, 3.75 north of Itasca State Park’s east entrance. 218-266-3611 MUSKIE WATERS COMPANY Espresso and coffee drinks, fresh-baked goods, lunch, hand-dipped ice cream, malts and milkshakes, sundaes, extensive selection of chocolates and candy, fudge, gourmet foods, olive oils & unique gifts. Open daily 7:30 am-10 pm Along the Heartland Trail, Nevis NECCE’S RISTORANTE Authentic Italian cuisine prepared fresh daily by Chef Necce, our Italian-certified chef, and Excutive Chef Julz Notch. Enjoy housemade Italian specialties like sausage manicotti, lasagna classico, spaghetti & meatballs, chicken marsala, filet gorgonzola, Caesar salad & delicious desserts. Nightly specials. Fine wine, imported beer & premium spirits. Necce’s Next Door Bar, Happy Hours drink and appetizer specials.

New this year Italian Cafe’ Breakfast Bar. Open daily, breakfast bar at 7 am, dinner at 4 pm.

311 S. Main Street, Park Rapids 218-237-4625 RAPID RIVER LOGGING CAMP The 62-year tradition. All-you-can-eat served family style. Open 7 days a week, Memorial weekend through Labor Day. Breakfast 7:30 am to 12 noon.

Dinner 1-9 pm. Top off your logger’s meal with a stroll along the Fish Hook River.

Hwy. 71 N. Turn on Co. Rd. 18, follow signs, Park Rapids 218-732-3444 STOMPIN’ GROUNDS Full menu served daily. Sink your teeth into the ‘Stompin Burger,” our most popular burger!

Chicken, fish, homemade soup & more. Don’t miss Wing Wednesdays! Full bar ~ 4 pm Happy Hour.

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Hwy. 64, N. of Akeley 218-652-2964 THE 502 (AT CHASE ON THE LAKE) Minnesota’s lakeside dining at its best! This casual, high-energy eatery will serve up Northwood’s specialties, timeless American dishes and lighter, “spa-style” cuisine in a classic setting. The 502 features spectacular views of Leech Lake along with patio dining at the water’s edge. Our chef will delight your taste buds for dinner and entice you for dessert. Our mixologists will dazzle you with a full lineup of specialty elixirs, and our staff is excited to serve you. Come by car or boat. Live entertainment on weekends.

Walker 218-547-7777 www.chaseonthelake.com THE GOOD LIFE We make our meals from scratch using fresh ingredients. Lunch and dinner menus offer a combination of traditional and adventurous dishes, including comfort foods, vegetarian and gluten-free. We prepare unique specials for each meal and refresh our menu with the seasons. We also have 10 beers on tap, cocktails, wine, free Wi-Fi, outdoor seating & a kids menu. Open every day at 11 am Memorial weekend thru Labor Day weekend. Closed Sun. & Mon. in the fall and winter.

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THE ROYAL BAR The local favorite where you will enjoy possibly the BEST burger in northern Minnesota. Appetizers also available. Open 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat. at 11 am, Sun. at noon.

120 S. Main, downtown Park Rapids 218-732-9443 VACATIONAIRE & CLANCY’S ON ISLAND LAKE Casual dining in our dining room or on the deck overlooking beautiful Island Lake. Full menu, kids menu, broasted chicken eat-in or take-out. Reservations recommended. Kitchen open until 10 pm.

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Y STEAK HOUSE Celebrating 71 years of fine dining in the Park Rapids area on Hwy. 71. Prime rib nightly, walleye, jumbo shrimp, BBQ ribs, seafood, choice steaks, chicken, combination meals, children’s menu, nightly specials and your favorite beverage from the bar. Now serving lunch. Open 7 days a week. Sun.-Thurs. 11 am - 9 pm, Fri. & Sat. 11 am - 10 pm. Reservations appreciated.

1 mi. north on Hwy. 71, Park Rapids 218-732-4565 ZAPPY’S Family dining at its best! Our menu has something for everyone. Try our mouth-watering burgers, sink your teeth into our broasted chicken or delight in one of our daily specials. Breakfast served all day. We offer a kids menu and delectable desserts. If there’s something you’re craving and it’s not on the menu, just ask. New owner, Chef Zappy, has turned this restaurant around!

Located at the junction of Hwy. 64 and 34, downtown Akeley 218-652-2233 ZONA ROSA Visit old Mexico in the heart of beautiful downtown Walker. Large selection of authentic Mexican and American favorites. Full bar, specializing in margaritas. Warm “south of the border” atmosphere and outdoor patio dining. Kids menu. Lunch, dinner, daily specials. Open 7 days a week.

101 5th St. N., Downtown Walker

PERHAM/OTTERTAIL BIG PINE LODGE Your Big Pine Hangout! Enjoy your meal or drink on our large deck overlooking Big Pine Lake. Great fresh baked pizza, burgers/sandwiches and beautiful newly remodeled full bar and restaurant. Daily Specials include Wednesday Wing Special, Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour, Friday Appetizer Special, Saturday Bloody Mary Special and Sunday enoy our famous California Burger Basket Special. Stop out for a relaxing cocktail and stay for a delicious meal right on the west shore of Big Pine Lake.

43606 Mosquito Heights Rd 218-346-3480 http://www.bigpinelodgemn.com/ DENT TRIPLE PLAY LIQUORS Hit a Homerun with a stop at Triple Play Liquors in Dent. Start your first inning with our famous appetizers and add Burgers, Sandwiches, Wraps, Pizza, Mexican Entrees or Wings. Add your favorite beverage or Jeramy’s Famous Bloody Mary. Tuesdays - Tappy Tuesday and 1/2 priced Wings. Wednesday - Burgers and Meet Raffle start 5:30. Thursday Buck Taco’s. Friday - Fish night. Happy hour Monday thru Friday 4pm to 6pm.

107 Main Street, Dent 218-758-BEER www.tripleplayliquors.com “LAKESIDE TAP” Overlooking Perham Lakeside Golf Course, you will enjoy wonderful food, great service, and an outstanding view of the golf course. We take great pride in using some of the regions freshest available local produce, and gladly accommodate your dining requests. Top off your day at the lake or your day on the course with a daily lunch and dinner specials.

Check out their appetizers, salads, drinks, and dinner offerings.

Remember our beautiful event center here at Lakeside with seating for up to 225 guests for any private or public function.

2727 450th St. Perham 218-346-6070 www.perhamlakeside.com/lakeside-tap MCDONALDS-PERHAM The menu you love, plus so much more! Since 1955, we’ve been proud to serve the world some of its favorite food. And along the way, we’ve managed to not just live up to our history, but create it: From drive-thru restaurants to All Day Breakfast!

100 Judd Street, Perham 218-346-4100 www.mcminnesota.com THE DOUGOUT Take a leisurely, scenic drive in your car or on your motorcycle to Dent for a meal you won’t forget.

Enjoy our new outdoor patio or dine inside featuring chicken and ribs on Friday nights, and mouth watering prime rib on Saturday nights. Don’t miss their popular Thursday Night Burger Night with $1.50 Burgers! Darts, Pool, Off-Sale, full menu and daily drink specials, the Dougout has All Your Bases Covered for a Good Time!

104 1st Avenue, Dent 218-758-8000 SKAL BAR & GRILL CHEERS (skal in Norwegian) from downtown Vergas, home of the Largest Loon in the state! Skal Bar & Grill is your go-to place for excellent food, a friendly atmosphere and exceptional service. Menu includes tasty, one-of-kind signature burgers, sandwiches, salads, pastas and daily dinner and drink specials.

You’ll never be disappointed at Skal Bar & Grill.

319 E Frazee Ave. 218-342-7525 www.skalbarandgrill.com

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7 DAYS A WEEK

Main Street Restaurant 900 Washington Ave. Detroit Lakes, MN • 847-3344

Open Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-4:00 p.m. • Sat. 7 a.m.- 3:45 p.m. • Sun. 8 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

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RE-FUEL We are the

ONE STOP

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Open at 11am Seven Days a Week

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Broasted Chicken • Burgers • Pizza • Salads • Appetizers & Daily Specials

Carry Out Available!

Daily Specials Monday $2 BURGER 5PM -7 PM

Tuesday KIDS NIGHT - FREE CHILD WITH PAYING ADULT

Wednesday CHEF’S CHOICE

Thursday CHICKEN DINNER SPECIAL

Friday FISH FRY, ALL YOU CAN EAT!

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GET YOUR LONG WEEKEND ON! SUNDAY OMLETTE BAR PREPARED FRESH RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU!

THURSDAY OUTDOOR GRILLED TO ORDER SIRLOIN STEAK

MONDAY - FRIDAY 4-6PM HAPPY HOUR

MEAT RAFFLE 4 PM TILL GONE

SERVED 9-NOON

$1 OFF BOTTLES, TAP, AND RAIL DRINKS

(WEATHER PERMITTING)

$10.95

1/2 PRICE APPETIZERS

$14.95

CRUISE OUT TO CORMORANT FOR HAPPY HOUR AND STAY FOR DINNER

OPEN DAILY AT 11 AM

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT ALL SUMMER LONG!

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• JUNE 3 - SKYLINE • JUNE 10 - THE FRONT FENDERS • JUNE 25 - FAT CATS • JULY 2 - FROST FIRE • JULY 3 - Q5 • JULY 30 - THE FRONT FENDERS

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It’s time for

ALL DAY

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415 Frazee St. E, Detroit Lakes, MN

218-847-3558

The Sweet Life BUSES WELCOME CALL AHEAD FOR EVEN FASTER SERVICE

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MARINA RENTALS 7 DAYS A WEEK 9AM-8PM

700' SANDY BEACH

AREAS ONLY FULL SERVICE HOTEL

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 20’ ft Deluxe Pontoons 16’ ft Fishing Boat Paddle Boards Paddle Boats Kayaks • Canoes Fishing Poles • Bicycles

AUGUST LIVE ENTERTAINMENT WEDNESDAY NIGHTS @ 6PM August 17 • Zack and Terry Show

THURSDAY NIGHTS @ 6PM August 11 • Mike Holtz August 18 • Tim Eggerbraaten August 25 • Tim Eggerbraaten

WEDDINGS • EVENTS • MEETINGS • POOL HOT TUB • SAUNA • MARINA • RENTALS

YOUR LAKEFRONT VACATION AWAITS YOU!

FRIDAY NIGHTS @ 9PM KD Productions (DJ)

SATURDAY NIGHTS @ 9PM August 13 • Smoking Gun Band August 20 • Obstruction Of Justice Band August 27 • Uptown Live 36 | SUMMER SCENE | AUGUST 2016

Hwy. 10 E. Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-2121

www.dlinn.com

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Whether it’s

Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner,

we’ve got you covered.

Also try our great desserts 705 Hwy 10 East Detroit Lakes Hours of Operation Open 6am Monday - Saturday • Open 7am Sunday

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ITALIAN • STEAKS • SEAFOOD • PIZZA

SPEAK EASY 1100 North Shore Drive • Detroit Lakes, MN • 218-844-1326 www.speakeasydl.com

— family owned and operated —

Karaoke Fridays

Banquet Facilities

From 10-320 People For Weddings, Grooms Dinners, Christmas Parties, Birthday Parties, Meetings - Breakfast, Lunch Dinner Etc.

HAPPY HOUR Every day 2-4-1’S 11am-7pm LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR Sun-Thurs 9pm-11pm Fri 9pm-10:30pm

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What's going on at

We do special event Catering, Weddings, Anniversaries, etc.

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Join our text club for Daily Specials by texting Bleachers to 30549!

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(Any course ho with score card.)

Try our

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Hot & Ready Meals for any occasion!

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APPETIZERS THURSDAYS 5PM-10PM

“Voted Best Burgers in the Lakes Area”

Lake Access to Deadshot Bay

218-844-6820

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Destination Liquor Store!

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STORE HOURS MONDAY-SATURDAY 8 AM-10PM

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