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Free guide to the Alexandria Lakes Area

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Inside this issue

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aaah! Summer is finally here! It’s the season that everyone in the lakes area eagerly awaits. With summer comes the rising temperatures, and activity in the lakes area heats up. Everywhere you look, you’ll find something exciting at your fingertips, whether it be running, swimming, biking, or just exploring all the attractions that Alexandria has to offer.

Music lovers can enjoy many top-notch marching bands at the Vikingland Band Festival as schools and communities from around the state vie for titles. Take in the variety of musical performances in the area as Music on the Courthouse Lawn returns each Thursday and special musical presentations are on the docket on selected Friday nights at the Maritime Museum Gardens.

Awake the Lakes/Ribfest is a celebration of summer Lori Mork in the lakes area – food, fun and lots to see – down at EDITOR Big Ole Park on June 24. You’ll even get a chance to vote for the best ribs around!

Head out to one of our many golf courses, and of course, who can forget our multitude of lakes? Cool, clear water.

Perfect for boating, skiing, sailing, fishing, pontooning and swimming. What could be more perfect in the summer?

Grab a camera and take in the annual Tour of Gardens, where the flowers and plant life will take your breath away.

There are also our many parks as well as the Central Lakes Trail, with all the beauty of nature at your disposal.

Check out our magazine for many more events. We hope you will love our area as much as we do!

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Arts & Entertainment

Enjoy music in the great outdoors ................................................4 Events calendar ......................................................................................5 Theatre L’Homme Dieu ...................................................................... 7 Ongoing events .................................................................................... 13 Area churches ...................................................................................... 25 Osakis events ....................................................................................... 29 Shop downtown .................................................................................. 35

Skål Crawl page 14

Activities

Osakis Festival ........................................................................................8 Tee it up .................................................................................................... 10 Vikingland Band Festival ................................................................. 12 Awake the Lakes/Ribfest ................................................................ 15 Summer Showcase............................................................................. 16 Vintage cars on display .................................................................... 18 Enjoy the fourth! .................................................................................. 20 Big Ole SUP-athon.............................................................................. 21 Area golf guide ......................................................................................22 See history come alive at the museum.................................... 24 Run for fun.............................................................................................. 26

Lakes, Parks, Museums

Big Ole and the Runestone............................................................ 30 Central Lakes Trail/Public Beaches........................................... 31 Beautiful Parks ..................................................................................... 32 Minnesota lake history comes alive .......................................... 34 Area lakes ............................................................................................... 36

Dining Echo Press • (320) 763-3133 • www.echopress.com A publication of the Echo Press Publisher: Jody Hanson

Alexandria dining guide................................................................... 38

Lake Carlos State Park page 28

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lues, country, rock and roll. The music menu at the Concerts on the Courthouse Lawn each Thursday throughout the summer holds a variety that appeals to the toe-tapper in everyone.

Beginning May 25 with 57 Chevy, these weekly concerts run through the end of August and are presented by the Red Willow Arts Coalition (RWAC).

The concerts have become one

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of the area’s most popular social gatherings, where friends and family get together to listen to music.

The RWAC, formed in 2009 to promote the arts and provide entertainment in the lakes area, has been bringing this all together for music fans on the lawn of the Douglas County Courthouse free of charge for several years and plans to provide entertainment again this summer. Just bring your lawn chair or blanket and grab a seat.

For more information on the Red Willow Arts Coalition, visit www.redwillowartscoalition.org.

Toe-tapping fun THURSDAYS, 7 P.M. All concerts are free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating.

June 7 June 14 June 21 June 28 July 4 July 5 July 12 July 19 July 26 Aug 2 Aug 9 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30

Blonde & the Bohunk Band – Country Jazz Dot Combo – Swing/jazz Holy Rocka Rollaz – 50s/60s Pure Country GOLD – Country Special Patriotic Concert Jolly Huntsmen – Polka/Oldtime Front Fenders – 50s/60s Diamond Back – Country White Sidewalls – 50s/60s Broken Fiddle – Americana Honky Tonk Cowboys – Country Salty Dogs – Variety Jazz Committee – Swing/Standards I Witness – Classic Rock

JUNE

2 – 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Reel Team Bass Tournament, Lake Ida, Alexandria 2 – 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Lake Reno Walleye Tournament, Hwy 29 S., Alexandria 2 – 8:30 a.m. Holmes City Farmers Market (ends at 11:30 a.m.) and Community Breakfast (ends at 10:30 a.m.)

2 – 9 a.m.-noon Alexandria Farmers Market, Big Ole Central Park 2 – 6-9 p.m. Open Mic Night, Common Ground Coffee House, Alexandria 2 – 6:30 p.m. Races at Viking Speedway, Alexandria 2 – 7:30 p.m., Hoff Family, Summer Praise and Worship concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 4 – Noon-5 p.m. Duffer’s Delight Golf Tournament, Alexandria Golf Club 7 – 7 p.m. Concert on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn Blonde & Bohunk Band 8 – 7-8 p.m.”The Man From Venus” and Dr. Tweedy,” Lakes Area Radio Theatre, Alexandria 9 – 8:30 a.m. Holmes City Farmers Market (ends at 11:30 a.m.) and Community Breakfast (ends at 10:30 a.m.)

9 – 9 a.m.-noon Alexandria Farmers Market, Big Ole Central Park 9 – 7:30 p.m., Jillian Jones, Summer Praise and Worship concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 14 – 7 p.m. Concert on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn - Jazz Dot Combo 15 – Runestone Days, Kensington 16 – 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Osakis Lions Club Walleye Tournament, Lake Osakis 16 –8:30 a.m. Holmes City Farmers Market (ends at 11:30 a.m.) and Community Breakfast (ends at 10:30 a.m.)

16 –9 a.m.-noon Alexandria Farmers Market, Big Ole Central Park 16 – 6:30 p.m. Races at Viking Speedway, Alexandria 16 – Runestone Days, Kensington 16 – 7:30 p.m., Milton and Andrew Scott, Summer Praise and Worship concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 17 – Runestone Days, Kensington 20 – 7 p.m. Trio Con Brio from Sweden Concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 21 – 7 p.m. Concert on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn - Holy Rocka Rollaz 21 – 2018 Vestlandslag/Valdres Samband Stevne for descendants of Norwegian immigrants, Holiday Inn, Alexandria 22 – Wine, Art and Ale Crawl, downtown Alexandria 22 – 7 p.m. Peder Eide in Concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 22 – 2018 Osakis Festival 22 – 9 a.m.-5 p.m. History Live! Fort Alexandria 22 – 2018 Vestlandslag/Valdres Samband Stevne for descendants of Norwegian immigrants, Holiday Inn, Alexandria 23 – 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Denny’s Super 30 Fishing Tournament, Alexandria 23 – 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Amateur Bass Series, Lake Ida, Alexandria 23 – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Minnesota Drum Corps Premiere, Alexandria Area High School 23 – 6:30 p.m. Races at Viking Speedway, Alexandria 23 – 2018 Osakis Festival 23 – Awake the Lakes Ribfest 2018, Big Ole Central Park, Alexandria

23 – 2018 Vestlandslag/Valdres Samband Stevne for descendants of Norwegian immigrants, Holiday Inn, Alexandria 23 – 8:30 a.m. Holmes City Farmers Market (ends at 11:30 a.m.) and Community Breakfast (ends at 10:30 a.m.)

23 – 9 a.m.-noon Alexandria Farmers Market, Big Ole Central Park 23 – 9 a.m.-5 p.m. History Live! Fort Alexandria 23 – 7:30 p.m., Lynn Stonking and Band, Summer Praise and Worship concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 24 – 1:30 p.m. Vikingland Band Festival on Alexandria’s Broadway.

24 – Classic Car Show, Vintage Car Club of Alexandria 24 – 2018 Osakis Festival 26 – String, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 27 – String, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 28 – 7 p.m. Concert on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn Pure Country GOLD 28 – String, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 29 – String, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 30 – 10 a.m. Ripple Festival, Alexandria City Park 30 – 8:30 a.m. Holmes City Farmers Market (ends at 11:30 a.m.) and Community Breakfast (ends at 10:30 a.m.)

30 – 9 a.m.-noon Alexandria Farmers Market, Big Ole Central Park 30 – String, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 30 – 7:30 p.m., Brian Spahr and Todd Miller, Summer Praise and Worship concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria

JULY

1 – String, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 20 – 7:30 p.m. Hoff Family Concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 4 – 7 p.m. Concert on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn - Special Patriotic Concert 4 – Dusk Star Storm fireworks display - Arrowwood Resort, Alexandria 5 – 7 p.m. Concert on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn - Jolly Huntsmen 5 – Cloud Cult concert, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 6 – Cloud Cult concert, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 8 – Douglas County Master Gardeners Tour of Gardens, Alexandria 9 – 7:30 p.m. Jillian Jones Concert, Mount Carmel Ministries, Alexandria 10 – Driving Miss Daisy, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 11 – Driving Miss Daisy, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 12 – 7 p.m. Concert on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn - Front Fenders 12 – Driving Miss Daisy, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 13 – 5 p.m. Relay for Life, Douglas County Fairgrounds, Alexandria 13 – Roddin’ Round the Lakes classic car club event, Osakis, Central Lakes Cruzers 13 – 7-8 p.m. “Ray & Iver,” Lakes Area Radio Theatre, Alexandria 13 – 7 p.m. Music in the Gardens, Legacy of the Lakes Museum, Alexandria 13 – Big Ole SUPathon, recreational paddling festival, Alexandria, paddleguru.com 13 – Driving Miss Daisy, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria 14 – 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Museum Summer Showcase, Legacy of the Lakes Museum, Alexandria June / July 2018 • Vacationer 5

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

ALEXANDRIA AREA EVENTS CALENDAR

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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Experience the Lakes Area Theatre

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pening in October 2010, Lakes Area Theatre has entertained audiences, both live and on the radio, for more than five years, bringing to life mysteries, comedies, detective stories, suspense, drama and westerns.

Lakes Area Theatre performs its shows before a live audience, recording the shows and playing them back on KXRA 1490 AM and from a network of radio stations.

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Performed live every second Friday of the month at 7 p.m., the Lakes Area Theatre troupe is a group of dedicated regional writers, directors, voice actors, musicians, sound effects technicians and recording engineers, all combining their talents to bring you family-friendly and affordable entertainment.

You can find the most up-to-date information on performances by visiting the Lakes Area Theatre’s website at www. lakesareatheatre.com or by calling (320) 815-7664.

LIVE PERFORMANCES Lakes Area Theatre shows are performed and recorded the second Friday of every month at 7 p.m.

Performances are taped at 2214 Geneva Road NE in Alexandria. Tickets are $8.

WHERE YOU CAN LISTEN Station Air Date Time KASM 1150 AM – Albany, Sunday, 7:30 p.m.

KXRA 1490 AM – Alexandria, Saturday, 12:30 p.m.

KRWC 1360 AM – Buffalo, Sunday, 11:30 a.m.

KWQQ 1610am – Farmington, Iowa, Thursday, 4:30 p.m.

KBRF 1250 AM – Fergus Falls, Sunday, 6:30 a.m.

WNMT 650 AM – Hibbing, Sunday, 6:30 a.m.

KLFD 1410 AM – Litchfield, Sunday, 4 p.m.

KLQP Q92 FM – Madison, Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

KMHL 1400 AM – Marshall, Saturday, 11:05 a.m.

KMRS 1230 AM – Morris, Sunday, 6 p.m.

KYMN – Northfield, Sunday, 5:30 a.m.

KRUE 1170 AM – Owatonna, Sunday, 10 a.m.

KWLM 1340 AM – Willmar, Sunday, 8 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION visit www.lakesareatheatre.com, call (320) 815-7664 or email lakesareatheatre@gmail.com

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Returning for another great season

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heatre L’Homme Dieu (TLHD), which celebrates its 58th season this year, again presents exceptional and entertaining live theater in the Alexandria lakes area. TLHD partners with national and regional theaters to present five productions throughout the summer.

TLHD’s first production will be String, running June 26-July 1. Raina is determined to find that great love one only reads about in sonnets. Unknowingly, it arrives on her doorstep one day in the form of a scruff y pizza delivery guy who flunked high school English. Will she open her eyes to see the true poet, the one who is capti-

vated by the ordinary, the one whose love for her is comparable only to his passion for organic lawn fertilizer?

To make reservations, buy tickets or for more information, call (320) 8463150 or purchase tickets online at www.tlhd.org.

The theater is located at 1875 County Road 120 NE in Alexandria. To find the theater from I-94, take the Alexandria exit for Hwy 29, then go north to County Road 42. Go left, continue four miles to County Road 120 and turn right. The theater is 0.1 miles on the left. The box office opens one hour before show time.

JUNE 26-JULY 1 STRING

A romantic comedy that chronicles the unlikely courtship between a poet and a pizza delivery boy.

UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS DRIVING MISS DAISY July 10-15 THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE ABRIDGED July 31-August 5

TLHD Concerts

CLOUD CULT July 5-6

MEMORIES – CELEBRATING THE MUSiC OF BARBRA STREISAND July 26 WILD ANGELS August 15-16 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

To make reservations, buy tickets or for more information, call (320) 846-3150.

DIRECTIONS

1875 County Road 120 NE, Alexandria I-94 to Alexandria, MN Take the Alexandria exit (HWY 29) north to Co Rd 42 (Holiday gas station intersection). Go left, continue 4 miles to Co Rd 120, and turn right.

The theater is 0.1 mi. on the left.

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et ready to celebrate all things Osakis during June 23-24! The 50th annual Osakis Festival is a family-oriented celebration with lots of activities for everyone – from long-time residents to first-time visitors.

The annual event will include a crafters fair in Park Osagi, food vendors and a street dance, then will culminate with the Grand Parade on Sunday.

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The events line-up also includes a special day for seniors, lots of music, a street dance, a flea market and crafts, antique tractors, fire department water fights, kids’ events and much more.

The highlight of the Osakis Festival is the big parade on Sunday, June 24. Beginning at 1 p.m., dozens of floats will roll down the main drag through Osakis.

For specific details on times and locations, visit the Osakis Review website at www.theosakisreview.com or go to www. visitosakis.com.

Osakis fun

2018 OSAKIS FESTIVAL has something for every age during the event, including a crafters fair in Park Osagi, city wide garage sales, food vendors, street dance and Grand Day Parade.

THE CRAFTERS FAIR will be all day Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24 in Park Osagi.

A STREET DANCE will be held Saturday night.

GRAND PARADE begins at 1 p.m. on Sunday with the route running through downtown Osakis and ending at Osagi Park.

Here for life.

Dear neighbors,

We will never stop pushing to be the best, on your behalf.

On any given day, as I walk through our facilities, I am very touched by the fact that many of people’s most significant life moments happen here.

Lives begin, thrive, are healed and, sadly, at times, are lost here. We do our best to care for you and your loved ones in each of these moments with compassion and expertise.

This is a beautiful honor and a sacred responsibility. It’s something all of us here take very seriously.

Here for generations.

So much of who we are and where we are headed is shaped by where we have been. For the past 118 years, our neighbors have trusted us to care for their children, parents, grandparents and great-grandparents.

Here for you.

I am very excited about what we have planned in the coming years.

We are focused on caring for you in better and better ways. We have made a concerted effort over the past five years to add over 30 new providers. We have expanded our express care to seven days a week.

And we will continue to expand our access, providers and quality to serve more people in more ways.

Thank you for trusting us with your lives and those of your loved ones.

Here’s to a healthy 2018!

Sincerely,

Carl Vaagenes Alomere Health CEO

I speak for all of our staff and physicians when I say that our daily passion and purpose is to strengthen and nurture the health and well-being of our family, friends, neighbors and communities, through every season of life.

And we absolutely plan to be here for generations to come.

Here for health.

Most of what makes a person healthy happens outside the walls of our hospital or clinics—which is why we are passionate about supporting every aspect of health for the people who live in our area.

Here for excellence.

It has been an honor and privilege to serve and grow with you as your hometown hospital and clinics, offering state-of-the-art facilities, physicians, staff, and standards of excellence. We are committed to continuing to provide award-winning care as the destination hospital and clinics within central Minnesota.

Here for Life

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Golf courses abound in the lakes area

PLAYER OF THE YEAR Alexandria native and golf pro Tom Lehman is the only golfer to win Player of the Year honors on the PGA Tour, Champions tour and Web.com tour.

or winter weary Minnesotans, spring offers freedom from the confines of their homes and one of the first places they head to are the golf courses.

The Alexandria area certainly doesn’t lack for green fairways, with more

GOOD HOSTS Minnesota is the only state to have hosted all USGA national championships, the Walker Cup, Curtis Cup and the men’s and women’s state team championships as well as the Ryder Cup in 2016. It hosted the PGA Championships in 1932, 1954, 1959, 2002, 2008 and 2009.

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than 15 courses available for those hungry for the challenge.

Minnesota consistently ranks at or near the top in golfer participation. In fact, in 2005, it has the highest number of golfers per capita of any state in the U.S., according to the National Golf Foundation.

Many think Minnesota’s golf season is short, but most years there are six full months of golf opportunities on courses that are lush and full.

Whether a beginner at the game or a scratch golfer, the Alexandria area holds the perfect course for you. From small, 9-hole courses to 27-hole masterpieces, this area’s courses are beautifully designed and well kept; perfect for a long afternoon of outdoor entertainment with friends.

OPEN FOR ALL Minnesota is one of the leaders in the number of public courses statewide that are affordable for everyone.

GETTING OUTDOORS The North Star State has the nation’s second highest household participation percentage, according to the National Golf Foundation. More than a quarter of Minnesota residents regularly golf.

SATURDAY, JUNE 23RD GREAT FOOD LIVE MUSIC BEER GARDEN FIRE WORKS!

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2PM: Beer Garden Opens 3PM: Family Fun Zone 4PM: Live Music by Eli Brown 4PM: Vendor Area 4PM: Bean Bag Tournament (3pm Registration, Hosted by VIKING CURLING CLUB) 5PM: Rib Serving Starts 6:45PM: Scholarship Presentation 7PM-11PM: Live music by KC JOHNS • Fireworks over Lake Agnes & Henry at dusk (Sponsored by Elden’s)

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GOLF ECONOMICS The sport of golf’s economic output (direct, indirect and induced) contributed $2.4 billion to the economy. The Land of 10,000 Lakes has 508 golf courses and employs more than 34,000 people.

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f you love a parade – and who doesn’t – make sure you find your way to Alexandria Sunday, June 24 at 1:30 p.m. for the 34th annual Vikingland Band Festival’s Parade Marching Championship. This twoday event culminates in the parade that features the elite among marching bands from the Midwest and will be highlighted by the River City Rhythm Drum and Bugle Corps serving as the honor unit.

Among the bands competing in Sunday’s parade

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will be seven-time People’s Choice award winners, the Mankato Lancers.

Start your weekend on Saturday at 7 p.m., with the 3rd annual Minnesota Drum Corps Premiere Field Exhibition The lineup for the drum corps premier include the River City Rhythm (Anoka, Minnesota), Governaires (St. Peter, Minnesota) and the Chops, Inc. (Minneapolis, Minnesota), as well as musical performances by the Mankato 77 Lancers Marching Band, the 728 Cadets Marching band and the local host Alexandria Marching Band.

For more information on the band festival, visit http://www.marching.com/events/ vbf/

PARADE ENTRIES The 34th annual Vikingland Band Festival Parade Marching Championship and the 3rd annual Minnesota Drum Corps Premiere Field Exhibition will be held Saturday-Sunday, June 23-24.

The drum corps will perform on Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Alexandria Area High School football field, and the parade will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, traveling south on Broadway from 4th Avenue to 15th Avenue.

MARCHING MUSIC • Alexandria - Host • River City Rhythm Drum & Bugle Corps Honor Unit • Albany • Champlin Park • Dassel-Cokato • Fergus Falls • Henry Sibley • Hutchinson • Kerkhoven-Murdock-Sunburg

• Mankato 77 Lancers • Maple Lake • Richfield • Sartell • Sauk Rapids-Rice • Solar Sound • St. Michael-Albertville • Waconia • Winona Cotter • 728 Cadets

DID YOU KNOW? A total of 93 different bands have appeared in the Vikingland Band Festival since its inception in 1985.

ACTIVITIES

ONGOING EVENT S ALEXANDRIA HOCKEY FEST Weekends April through early August Runestone Community Center, Alexandria www.alexhockeyfest.com WISSOTA CAR RACING Saturdays, May-August, 6:45 p.m.

Additional specials on other dates.

Viking Speedway, Alexandria (320) 762-1559, www.vikingspeedway.net OPEN MIC NIGHTS Third Thursday of each month, 6:30 to 9 p.m.

March-December Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com VIKINGLAND CORVETTE CLUB Cruise and dinner Sundays, May-Sept., 4:30 p.m.

All classic and muscle cars included on first Sunday of each month Alexandria Clinic parking lot www.vikinglandcorvetteclub.com

GO KART RACING Fridays, May-Aug., 7 p.m.

Additional specials on other dates.

Douglas County Fairgrounds, Alexandria (320) 491-9249, www.runestonegokart.com RED WILLOW ARTS COALITION Thursdays, May 24-Aug. 30, 7 p.m.

Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria www.redwillowartscoalition.org

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS First Thursday of each month, 7 p.m.

Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com

FIRST FRIDAY CONCERTS First Friday of each month March-Dec., 7 to 9 p.m.

Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com

ALEXANDRIA FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, June 2-Oct. 27, 9 a.m. to noon.

Thursdays, June 28-October 25, 3 to 6 p.m.

Tuesdays, June 26-October 23, 9 a.m. to noon.

Big Ole Central Park, Alexandria

LIVE MUSIC Year round Saturdays, 2 p.m.

Sundays, 1 p.m.

Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria (320) 846-5443, www.carloscreekwinery.com

HOLMES CITY FARMERS MARKET/COMMUNITY BREAKFAST Saturdays, May-Oct., 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Breakfast through 10:30 a.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church parking lot, Holmes City

Vikingland Band Festival presents

MINNESOTA DRUM CORPS PREMIERE Saturday, June 23, 2018 • 7:00 PM • Alexandria Area H.S. Field

Enjoy spectacular field shows by MINNESOTA BRASS, RIVER CITY RHYTHM, GOVENAIRES and CHOPS plus special musical performances by MANKATO 77 LANCERS, 728 CADETS and ALEXANDRIA MARCHING BAND!

Advance tickets $5 to $9 at VikinglandBandFestival.com and at Martinson Insurance in Alexandria.

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ooking for something a little different?

Then why not try the Alexandria area’s Skål Crawl, Minnesota’s first wine, liquor and beer trail, and sample some of Minnesota’s best handcrafted beverages.

Copper Trail Brewing, Panther Distillery and Carlos Creek Winery are all part of this unique tour, which takes you through the picturesque scenery of Douglas County as well as two historic downtown centers.

Copper Trail Brewing is the fifth brewery to be established in Alexandria’s history with the last closing its doors 70 years ago.

Here you will find small-batch craft beers brewed on site.

Panther Distillery is the first craft distillery in Minnesota and has been

handcrafting whiskey, bourbon, rum and spirits since 2011 using local sources and distilling in small batches.

Carlos Creek Winery is one of the largest and oldest wineries in Minnesota, dedicated to crafting award-winning wines, including their famous Hot Dish Red, Wobegon White and You Betcha Blush.

All three establishments request that groups of 10 or more call ahead for reservations at each location.

Punch cards for the crawl are available at each location for $15 and allow each visitor $2 off the sampling price at each stop. With the cards, visitors also receive a souvenir Skål Crawl tasting glass and a T-shirt. At the last destination, punch card holders will receive a discount card for their next visit.

For more information, visit www.skalcrawl.com.

SKÅL Å CRAWL Minnesota’s first wine, liquor and beer trail begins June 1. You can begin your crawl at any of the three locations.

COPPER TRAIL BREWING Open Mondays-Thursdays from 3-11 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.

CALL (320) 219-6688.

PANTHER DISTILLERY Open Mondays-Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. They are closed on Sundays.

CALL (320) 859-2256.

CARLOS CREEK WINERY Open Sundays-Thursdays from noon to 5 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m.

CALL (320) 846-5443.

COST Punch cards, worth $2 off at each location for sampling, are $15 and include a souvenir Skål Crawl tasting glass and T-shirt. NOTE: punch cards are not accepted during festivals.

LARGE GROUPS Groups of 10 or more need to call each location ahead of time to make a reservation.

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ain or shine, Alexandria’s celebration of summer – Awake the Lakes/Ribfest – will be heating up on Saturday, June 23 at Big Ole Park on Broadway.

It promises to rev up the summer season during a warmer time of the year and build off the big crowds that are coming into town for the Vikingland Band Festival.

Admission to the event is free.

The oneday event features

something for everyone. The popular Ribfest will be back, along with a live band, beer garden, fireworks, kid-friendly activities and more.

A local non-profit organization, aptly named Awake the Lakes, has taken over the event from the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.

As in the past, events will take place on Second Avenue by Big Ole Central Park.

Ribfest will take place, rain or shine, under a large tent. A big trophy and bragging rights will go to the champions.

The public, of course, will have the chance to feast on the ribs. If ribs aren’t your thing, there will be other food vendors, serving a variety of tasty choices.

AWAKE THE LAKES/RIBFEST This year’s event will include great food, live music, a beer garden and fireworks.

THREE DIVISIONS OF CHEFS There will be three divisions in the Ribfest rib cooking contest: Professional, Amateur and Newbie.

WHERE TO FIND IT Big Ole Park is across the street from the Runestone Museum at 206 Broadway.

Visit www.awakethelakes.com or www.echopress.com as the date draws closer for more detailed information.

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Annual boat show moves to Legacy of the Lakes Museum for big celebration

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long with bringing the annual classic boat show to its campus this summer, the Legacy of the Lakes Museum will be expanding the event to give the two-day event a wider appeal and showcase the museum for the community.

The new event, held July 13-14, will be expanded to include music, kid’s games, educational programming and much more.

The weekend will kick off with a Music in the Gardens concert Friday night from 6-9 p.m. in the Legacy

Gardens, featuring Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome, a 12-piece horn band playing hits from the classics.

On Saturday, activities for the entire family will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Check out the classic boats and cars that will be displayed on land at the museum, making sure to vote for your favorite, then take in the museum tours, listen to the live music or check out the local vendor displays.

At 2:30 p.m., the People’s Choice of best boat and car display will be awarded, so make sure to stick around and see how your favorites fared.

For more information, visit www.legacyofthelakes.org/summer-showcase/

Cars and boats, oh my!

LEGACY OF THE LAKES SUMMER SHOWCASE The Legacy of the Lakes Summer Showcase is a two-day event, taking place on Friday, July 13 and Saturday, July 14 at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum in downtown Alexandria.

FRIDAY, JULY 13 7–9 p.m., Music in the Gardens – Live concert in the Legacy Gardens by Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome, a 12 piece horn band playing classic hits. Open to the public. Gates open at 6:30 p.m.

Bring your lawn chair. $8 admission. Must be 21 and older to attend.

SATURDAY, JULY 14 10 a.m.–3 p.m., All day activities on the Legacy of the Lakes Museum campus including museum tours, kid’s games and inflatables, educational programs, food and drinks, live music in the Legacy Gardens (bring your lawn chair) and boat and car displays. $5 admission at the gate on day of the event.

2:30 p.m., Awards program – People’s Choice for best boat and best car display.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Legacy of the Lakes Museum 205 3rd Ave. W, Alexandria, MN 56308 Phone: 320-759-1114 www.legacyofthelakes.org

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WHAT The Vintage Car Club’s 29th annual car show is expected to bring in approximately 250 entries

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ars of all makes and models will be on display at the 30th annual Vintage Car Show and Swap Meet on June 24 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Rain or shine, the gates open at 7 a.m. and cars are displayed until around 3 p.m.

Approximately 250 show entries are expected with Vintage Car Club members displaying nearly 100 cars. The public can also display vehicles for sale.

Many indoor and outdoor vendors will display and sell their wares. Delicious club-prepared food is available indoors with plenty of seating space and DJ music will be playing all day.

Alexandria’s Vintage Car Club will

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hold a drawing for a boys’ and a girls’ bike and for radio-controlled cars. In addition, model cars will be given away, and help will be provided to assemble them., as long as supplies last.

The Vintage Car Club of Alexandria was organized in 1970 as a group that shared an interest in keeping alive the memories of cars and trucks from the past. The club supports many non-profit organizations in the local area and this is the second year for this show to spotlight the need for support of our local food shelf.

General admission for the event is $4.

Children 12 and younger are free. Visitors are also asked to make a donation to the Douglas County Food Shelf. There is not an admission charge for Show Cars again this year. Instead, the participants are asked to bring a non-perishable food shelf dona-

WHEN Sunday, June 24 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE Douglas County Fairgrounds 300 Fairgrounds Rd. Alexandria, MN COST Tickets are $4 and a donation to the food shelf.

Children 12 and younger are free.

THE SHOW WILL BENEFIT THE FOOD SHELF This event, presented by the Vintage Car Club, will raise funds for the Douglas County Food Shelf. tion that will be collected at the entrance gate. All show cars receive a custom made wooden plaque with their car’s picture.

Around 40 trophies will also be presented beginning at 2 p.m.

More information is available on Facebook/VintageCarClubofAlexandria; by calling Byron at (651) 269-3360 or by emailing v.c.club@outlook.com

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appy Fourth of July! From land, lakes and air, many events will take place in and around the Alexandria area to celebrate Independence Day. Here in the land of 10,000 lakes, we know how to celebrate the right way with plenty of fireworks displays and summer fun.

The Alexandria area is full of traditional and non-traditional fireworks displays for you to enjoy, and many

of the surrounding communities put on light shows as well. You can also find a spot on the shore of one of the many area lakes that will host boat parades.

And if you’re looking for something a little different, there’s Star Storm 2018, held at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center on Wednesday, July 4, beginning at dusk. Choreographed fireworks are computer synchronized to music and broadcast on the radio.

For the most up-to-date information on all Fourth of July celebrations, check out Alexandria’s Echo Press newspaper or go online to www.echopress.com closer to the holiday.

July 4th trivia WHICH PRESIDENT WAS BORN ON THE 4TH? 30th president, Calvin Coolidge, in 1872.

WHEN WERE THE FIRST FIREWORKS USED TO CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY? The initial fireworks were ignited in 1777 to commemorate the first anniversary of the American colonies’ Declaration of Independence.

WHEN DID “THE STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER” BECOME THE FOURTH OF JULY THEME SONG? Independence Day acquired its unofficial theme song on July 4, 1897, at the Manhattan Beach Music Hall on the eastern end of Coney Island when John Philip Sousa cued his band to launch into their latest hit, “The Stars and Stripes Forever.”

WHERE WAS THE FIRST 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION HELD? Philadelphia held the first annual commemoration of independence on July 4, 1777, while Congress was still occupied with the ongoing war.

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nique among Midwestern stand-up paddleboarding events, the Big Ole SUP-athon is a two-day event designed to help promote recreational paddling on the Alexandria’s Chain of Lakes and the Long Prairie River.

The Big Ole SUP-athon includes lake courses of six, 12 or 26 miles and river courses of eight and 10 miles for paddle boarders, canoeists and kayakers of all skill levels.

The event kicks off at 7 a.m. on Friday at the East Lake Miltona public access with the signature 26-mile Big Ole SUP-athon event, with the other races following. There will be support staff with snacks and water along the courses.

There will be a celebratory post race dinner and promo gear giveaway following the finish of all races at Bug-A-Boo Bay. On Saturday is the Long Prairie river cruise with the 10-mile option beginning at 9 a.m. at the Lake Carlos Marina. The 8-mile event will begin one hour later.

Check out the Big Ole SUP-athon on Facebook or visit the site at www.paddleguru.com/races/BigOleSUPathon.

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FRIDAY, JULY 13 7 a.m. – 26-mile Big Ole SUP-athon 10 a.m. – 12-mile Sven race Noon - 6-mile Lena race 4-6 p.m. - Dinner, awards show and charity raffle at Bug-A-Boo Bay restaurant, 2800 N. Nokomis in Alexandria SATURDAY, DAY, JULY 14 9 a.m. – 10-mile Long Prairie river cruise 10 a.m. – 8-mile Long Prairie river cruise 1-4 p.m. - Post LPRC part at river access, 4451 S. Riverview Dr. NE, Belle River FOR MORE INFORMATION Bug-A-Boo Bay is located at 2800 N. Nokomis NE in Alexandria.

Visit https://paddleguru.com/races/BigOleSUPathon for full event registration and info.

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Your Guide to Area

GOLF For more information & pricing visit www.lakemiltonagolfclub.com or like us on Facebook Facebook.com/lakemiltonagolf

Call Ahead for Tee Times 320-852-7078 3868 County Road 5 NE, Alexandria MN 56308 Located 9 miles North of Alexandria on Hwy 29.

Left on County Rd 5 – ¼ mile.

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• GPS, Bluetooth access speakers, music streaming and sports ticker on all golf carts • ATM and WIFI Available • Mon, Wed, Sat & Sun After 3 pm Specials

320-762-TEES (8337) www.arrowwoodresort.com

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• Pro-Shop • Driving Range • Snack Bar • Rentals • Open to the Public

218-685-4271 www.tipsinahgolf.com 15185 Golf Course Road Elbow Lake, MN 56531

West from Alexandria 25 miles on I-94 to Evansville - Elbow Lake Exit 82, West 6 miles on Hwy 79, then North 1 mile on Golf Course (Co. 24) Rd.

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Arrowwood is2100 proudArrowwood to announce Minnesota Golf at its finest! This newly Lane NW • Alexandria renovated golf course was designed with wetland preservation in mind 320-762-TEES (8337) and focuses onwww.arrowwoodresort.com scenic lake views and unique challenges. Experience the natural and undisturbed beauty of Alexandria’s most scenic golf course.

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• Challenging Greens • Relaxed & Friendly Atmosphere

Weekly Rates: 18 holes with cart $32 (Not Available on Holidays or Thursdays)

COURSES Joel Goldstrand Design www.genevagolfclub.com Pro Shop 320-762-7089 Geneva Grill 320-762-7092

Located 3 miles N on Hwy 29 to Co Rd 73, then 1 mile E and then S on Liberty Rd

Call for Tee Times or Book Online 320-886-1400 www.hardwoodhillsgolf.com 5 miles west of Alexandria on Hwy 27 to CR 27, follow signs

“A challenging beauty amid hills, trees and ponds!”

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Runestone Museum will hold a special presentation of Minnesota history

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ee history come alive at the Runestone Museum and Fort Alexandria on June 22-23 with a special presentation for all ages.

The museum will hold its outdoor heritage day that includes re-enactors, demonstrations from the pioneer and fur trade era, including wool dyeing and spinning, Dutch oven cooking, traditional crafts and hands-on activities for childen.

You can learn about Ojibwe camp life and experience a cowboy shoot-out, a one-room school, and even visit with a Civil War soldier and nurse. Learn about the Progressive Era from Teddy Roosevelt impersonator Adam Lindquist, who has educated more than 20,000 school children each year on the 26th President of the United States, then head across the street to have your picture taken with Alexandria’s famous Big Ole statue.

The event is held at the Runestone Museum and Fort Alexandria, located at 206 Broadway.

Walk through history HISTORY LIVE IN FORT ALEXANDRIA June 22-23, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

ONGOING EVENTS/EXHIBITS History ranging from the Viking age to the era of Teddy Roosevelt. See how pioneers, fur traders, Vikings and Civil War soldiers all lived.

Story-telling, interactive games and activities, family gunny sack races, Viking games, demonstrations and live music. Food trucks and ice cream on site.

NEW THIS YEAR The Shire of Rockhaven, the local branch of the Society of Creative Anachronism demonstrating Middle Age crafts and Viking-style fighting.

Teddy Roosevelt impersonator Adam Lindquist.

BIG OLE The 28-foot tall Viking statue is located at the north end of Broadway in Big Ole Park, across the street from the Runestone Museum.

KENSINGTON RUNESTONE The world-famous Runestone is located at the Runestone Museum.

RUNESTONE MUSEUM Summer hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Along with the Runestone, the museum holds exhibits on Native Americans, early immigrant history, the history of Alexandria, a memorial/gun exhibit, a Minnesota wildlife exhibit, and a hands-on children’s area.

FORT ALEXANDRIA Houses the Runestone Museum and is a nearly exact replica of the stockade built in 1862. It contains several original buildings, including an 1889 church, a log cabin built in the late 1860s and an 1885 schoolhouse.

WHERE THE MUSEUM IS LOCATED Visit the Runestone Museum and Kensington Runestone at 206 Broadway, Alexandria.

Call (320) 763-3160 or visit www.runestonemuseum.org.

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Come Worship With Us!

LAKES AREA CHURCHES WELCOME YOU Alexandria Alexandria Covenant

4005 Dakota St., 320-763-5659 alexandriacovenant.org Pastor: John LeVahn, Sr. Pastor Traditional: 8 am Contemporary: 9:15 am & 10:45 am

Alexandria United Methodist

2210 Sixth Ave. E, www.alexumc.org Pastor: Craig Haberman Sunday Worship: 8 am & 9:30 am Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend Coffee & Fellowship 9 am

Berea Lutheran Brethren

1405 6th Ave E., 320-762-1092 www.welcometoberea.org Pastor: Steve Walswick Sunday Worship: 9:30 am (Memorial Day - Labor Day) with coffee hour to follow Holy Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month

Bethesda Lutheran

1204 N. Nokomis NE, 320-763-5164 www.bethesdaalexandria.org bethesdachurch1204@embarqmail.com Pastor: Jerry Lanes Director of Youth & Family Ministries: Krista Monson Saturday Worship: 5 pm Sunday Worship: 9:30 am

Calvary Lutheran (ELCA)

605 Douglas St., 320-763-5178 • www.calvaryalex.org Pastors: Hans Dahl, Nathan Thompson Summer Worship: (Memorial Day - Labor Day): Saturday Worship: 6 pm; Sun. 8:30 am @ Calvary Sunday Worship: 10:45 am Calvary at the Lake Worship at Luther Crest Bible Camp with 10 am brunch.

The 8:30am service is broadcast at 10:30am each Sunday on KXRZ 99.3FM

Church for the Harvest

Emmanuel Episcopal

12th Ave. E & Lake St., 320-763-3201 • www.alexmnepiscopal.org episcopal@centurylink.net Pastor: Tom Sinning, Priest Sunday Worship: 10 am

First Congregational United Church of Christ 221 Seventh Avenue W., 320-763-3341 www.firstcongregationaluccalex.com Pastor: Scott Keehn Sunday Worship: 10 am Communion: 2nd Sunday of the month

KXRA radio broadcast 1st Sunday of the month watch each weekday morning 9am Cable 181

First Lutheran (ELCA)

822 Douglas St. • 320-762-2196 • www.firstlutheranalexandria.com Pastors: Greg Billberg, Kari van Wakeren & Ben Jacobson Saturday Worship: 5 pm Sunday Worship: 8:30 am, 9:45 am The 9:45 service is broadcast live on KXRA 1490AM Worship Memorial to Labor Day at Carlos State Park at 10:30 am; Alexandria City Park at 11 am

Good Shepherd Lutheran (LCMS) 2702 Hwy. 29 N, 320-762-5152 www.goodshepherd-lcms.org Pastor: Tim Schiller Sunday Worship: 8 am & 9:45 am Holy Communion: 1st & 2nd Sundays

Lake Community

490 Voyager Dr., 320-762-5424 • www.lakecommunity.org Sunday Worship: 9 am & 10:30 am Communion: 1st Sunday of the month

Living Word Lutheran (LCMC)

1722 16th Ave. E., 320-762-1997 • www.livingwordalexmn.org Pastor: AJ Kluver Sunday Worship: 9 am Praise Band Worship: 2nd Sunday of the month Communion: 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month Vacation Bible School: Fri., August 3, 6-8 pm and Saturday Aug. 4, 9 am - 2 pm

1910 Aga Dr., 320-759-1400 www.harvestalexandria.com Sunday Worship: 10:30 am Communion: 1st Sunday of month Youth: Wednesday 6:30 pm

New Testament

Cornerstone Church

Shalom Lutheran (ELCA)

202 Seventh Ave. E, 320-762-1565 www.cornerstoneofalexandria.com Pastor: Darryl Knappen Sunday Worship: 10 am Holy Communion: 1st, 2nd & 4th Sundays

2505 Hwy 29 North, 320-762-2444 Pastors: Peter Reishus & Mike Loween Sunday Worship: 9:30 am-10:15 am Worship & Teaching: 10:30 am-11:30 am 681 Voyager Dr., 320-762-8641 • www.shalomlutheran.org Interim Pastor: Dennis Preston Sunday Worship: 9 am Communion: at every service

St. Mary’s Catholic

420 Irving Street, 320-763-5781 www.stmaryalexandria.org Father Steven M. Binsfeld Saturday Mass: 5 pm Sunday Mass: 8 am & 10 am Weekday Mass: Contact church for times Sacrament of Penance: 4 pm Saturday

St. Paul’s Lutheran (WELS)

718 Victoria Dr., 320-762-1644 • www.stpaulalex.com Pastor: Mike Neuman Sunday Worship: 9 am; Bible Class: 10:30 am Communion: 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month

Other Areas Rose City Evangelical Free Church Located in Rose City, MN, 218-943-4241 16241 County Rd 14 NE, Eagle Bend, MN Pastor: Ralph Erickson, Pastor Sunday School: 9:45 am Sunday Worship: 10:45 am Wednesday Worship: Bible Study 7:00 pm

St. John’s

101 Park St.. Garfield, 320-834-2248 Pastor: Jeffery Ross Sunday Worship: 9 am with coffee and fellowship to follow Sunday School & Bible Study: 10:15 am Communion: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month

St. Luke’s, Garfield (LCMC)

201 Ida St. Garfield, 320-834-2285 www.stlukeschurchgarfield.org Pastors: David L. Gran & Susan J. Davidson Visitation Pastor: David Wallin Worship: 8:30 am Coffee Fellowship & Bible Studies: 9:45 am Holy Communion: 2nd & last Sunday Praise Worship: 2nd Sunday THESE TIMES APPLY JUNE 1 TO AUG. 31 WWW.CATHOLICCHURCHES-BMUP.ORG

Sacred Heart Catholic, Urbank Saturday Worship: 7:30 pm

Seven Dolors Catholic, Millerville

Sunday Worship: 10:30 am

St. Ann’s Catholic, Brandon

Saturday Worship: 4 pm

St. Williams, Parkers Prairie Sunday Worship: 8:30 am

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f you enjoy competitive running, then the Alexandria area has just what you’re looking for with 5Ks, 10Ks, half-marathons and fun runs.

According to the 2016 statistics from Running USA’s Industry State of the Sport Report, 5K races were the most popular of all race distances and types in 2015. More than 7.6 million runners finished their 5Ks,

SATURDAY, JUNE 23 7 a.m. – Lakes Area Endurance half-marathon, 5K and Family Fun Run https://www.runthelakes.com/

more than 45 percent of all the finishers in the United States. Half-marathoners came in second with 12 percent of the finishers and 10K runners had seven percent of the finishers.

In the lakes area, June brings the Lakes Area Endurance races with a family fun run, 5K and half-marathon. In July, take in several 5K and 10K runs as well as family fun runs, giving all members of the family a chance to participate.

Many more running events continue to find their way onto race calendars, so check out sites like LocalRaces.com, Active.com, EventBrite.com and PickleEvents.com.

Also check the local area calendars for events.

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SATURDAY, JULY 7 8 a.m. – Starbuck Heritage Days 5K and 10K runs https://starbuckmn.org/heritage-days-5k-and10k-run/ SATURDAY, JULY 21 8 a.m. – Ashby Appreciation days 5K, 10K and 1-mile Family Fun Run http://www.ashby5k.com/ SATURDAY, JULY 28 8 a.m. – Waterama’s 41st annual Rotary 5K, 10K run/walk and Glenwood State Bank Magic Mile. https://www.signmeup.com/reg/form/124101/ registration FOR MORE INFORMATION Check out the calendars at alexandriamn.org, alexmncalendar.com, voiceofalexandria.com, the Echo Press newspaper and race calendars for events in the area.

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Lake Carlos State Park is a world of natural wonders

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uilt by receding glaciers, Lake Carlos State Park offers a myriad of natural wonders, including a clear and deep lake just perfect for swimming, fishing and boating.

Among its 1,231 acres, nearly one-third of Minnesota’s 80 mammals and more than 150 species of birds find a home either seasonally or all year long. It’s the perfect place to view loons, grebes, ducks and heron, making this a bird watcher’s paradise! You may even catch a glimpse of the beaver and deer that make their homes within the park.

The park also features a yearround naturalist that leads several programs throughout the year.

Winter or summer, Lake Carlos State

Park is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking, skiing and interpretive programs are just waiting for you.

Paddleboat, canoes, and kayaks are available to rent during the regular season office hours May - October. In the winter - snowshoes are available for rent at the park office. A thermal flip-over style portable fish house is available to rent on Lake Carlos only.

Contact the park office for current rates and availability.

The park entrance, 2601 County Road 38 Northeast in Carlos, is located 10 miles north of Alexandria on State Highway 29, then two miles west on Highway 38. The best time to contact the park is 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily at (320) 852-7200.

You can also email the park at lakecarlos.statepark@state.mn.us You can discover much more about Lake Carlos State Park by visiting www. dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/lake_carlos/

Events at the park

NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY June 9 , 1-3 p.m., There will be a summer sampler of various activities. Event is free and a vehicle permit is not required.

ARCHERY IN THE PARK June 9, July 28, August 11, 1-3 p.m.

This program covers the basics of archery (safety, proper care of the equipment and how to use a bow). Participants will be able to practice their new skills on the range. All equipment is provided. Must be 8 years of age or older. Event is free and a vehicle permit is not required for June 9, but a vehicle permit is required for July 28 and August 11.

I CAN FISH Saturdays, June 16, July 14, August 4, 10 a.m.-noon For first-time anglers, this class will be led by experienced fishermen who will instruct students in the basics of fishing, from fish identification to casting.

All equipment is provided and each class will be small in size for personalized instruction. Each participant will receive a small tackle box to take home.

Participants must be 5 years old or older. Those younger than 18 must be accompanied by a registered participant, parent or legal guardian.

Fishing licenses are not required and advanced registration is required. Cost is $7 for adults and children younger than 12 are free when accompanied by a registered adult.

KIDS FISHING FRENZY Fridays, June 8-August 10, 9-11 a.m.

Join a naturalist every Friday for a morning of fishing and hands-on learning to discover the world of fish and how to catch them.

Bring your own bait, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and a water bottle. Limited rods and reels will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult. A Minnesota State Park vehicle permit is required.

PRESCHOOLER NATURE STORIES/ACTIVITIES Saturdays, June 16-August 11, 10-11 a.m.

Come out to the park and learn about a different nature topic through story, activities and games each Saturday at 10 a.m.

This program is designed for kids ages 2-6 and meets at the visitor center. A Minnesota State Park vehicle permit is required.

PADDLE THE LONG PRAIRIE RIVER Saturday, June 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Explore the Long Prairie and the shorelines of Lake Carlos.

This section is appropriate for beginners through experts and participants will be under the guidance of experienced instructors. It starts at the boat access at Lake Carlos State Park. Paddlers will travel from the park to the headwaters of the Long Prairie River, then down the first section of the state water trail. All ages are welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Cost is $15 per canoe, which includes a shuttle, equipment, life jackets and instruction from the naturalist. Bring a lunch, sunscreen, bug spray and a hat.

Space is limited to 10 paddlers with five riders (total 15 people). Registration is required. A Minnesota State Park vehicle permit is required.

GET IN TOUCH Call (320) 852-7200 between 9 a.m.-4 p.m. for more info.

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Lions’ Walleye Fishing Tournament Osakis Festival Osakis Liquor Store Street Dance

July

4th of July Fireworks Roddin’ Round the Lake Car Show Osakis City-Wide Garage Sales Parish Festival

Osakis Liquor Store Happy Hour

August

Fresh Hand Rolled Lefse 320-859-3382

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Sportsmen’s Club Corn Feed Moonshine Madness

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n a e l O g i B e n o t s e n u R Birthplace of America P erhaps one of the most eye-catching “landmarks” in Alexandria is Big Ole – a 28-foot tall Viking statue that stands at the north end of Broadway.

Born in 1965, the Viking has become a much-respected resident in the lakes area.

The idea for the statue began in January 1964 when North Star World’s Fair Corporation in Osseo began working on an addition to the Minnesota display for the New York World’s Fair. The display was to feature the historical Kensington Runestone in an animated scene titled “Minnesota, Birthplace of America.” The new item to coincide with this display was the 28-foot, four-ton Viking statue.

Big Ole was completed by Gorden Displays of Minneapolis in April of 1965 and was transported to New York just in time for the World’s Fair.

Big Ole arrived at his home in Alexandria in front of the Runestone Museum in December 1965. Now, more than 50 years later, he still stands strong.

KENSINGTON RUNESTONE It’s a controversy more than 100 years in the making: Did an immigrant Swedish farmer find a buried rock in 1898 that contained an ancient runic message carved by Viking explorers 100 years before Columbus landed in America? Or is the whole thing a hoax, perpetrated by the farmer or some other prankster?

A large replica of the Kensington Runestone is located at a small wayside rest.

Visitors can read the inscription and take a photo by the replica. The replica is located in a small park at the east end of Sixth Avenue in Alexandria.

Explore the controversy for yourself at the Runestone Museum, located at 206 Broadway in Alexandria.

RUNESTONE MUSEUM The Runestone Museum has been inspiring curiosity about local history and heritage for more than 50 years.

The world famous and controversial Kensington Runestone was the Runestone Museum’s only artifact when it opened its doors in 1958. Since then, the museum has expanded to include exhibits celebrating native Minnesotans, emigrants and immigrants, Minnesota wildlife and events that shaped the area. Fort Alexandria, commissioned in 1862, has been recreated with rescued

historical structures built between 1860 and 1910 and is located in the outdoor portion of the campus that is open April-October. Housing rare and exciting artifacts like a Middle Age. Nordic fire steel and a 1920s jingle dress, the Runestone Museum is sure to impress whether you’re interested in history, heritage or the natural sciences.

For more information call (320) 763-3160, or visit the museum’s website at www.runestonemuseum.org. Check out the museum’s Facebook page at Runestone Museum Foundation.

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BIG OLE The 28-foot tall Viking statue is located at the north end of Broadway in Big Ole Park, across the street from the Runestone Museum at 206 Broadway.

RUNESTONE MUSEUM After you take your picture with Big Ole, cross the street for a visit to the Runestone Museum. There you will learn about Big Ole, Vikings and Nordic explorers, and test your skill at matching animal prints in the wildlife exhibit.

Along with the Runestone, the museum holds exhibits on Native Americans, early immigrant history, the history of Alexandria, a memorial/gun exhibit, a Minnesota wildlife exhibit, and a hands-on children’s area.

206 Broadway, Alexandria. Summer hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

FORT ALEXANDRIA Houses the Runestone Museum and is a nearly exact replica of the stockade built in 1862 and contains several original buildings, including an 1889 church, a log cabin built in the late 1860s and an 1885 schoolhouse.

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he Central Lakes Trail is a paved biking and walking trail that spans Douglas County from Osakis through Evansville and on to Fergus Falls in Otter Tail County.

The 55-mile-long trail, located on the old Burlington Northern rail line grade, connects the cities of Osakis, Nelson, Alexandria, Garfield, Brandon, Evansville and Melby in Douglas County.

The trail head and

parking area in Alexandria are located at the north end of Broadway in Big Ole Central Park. Other trail heads are available in the cities of Osakis, Garfield, Brandon and Evansville. These trail heads include a parking area, portable restrooms and a trailside shelter. A bike shelter is also available along the trail about one and one-half miles east of Nelson.

The Central Lakes Trail also connects to the Lake Wobegon trail, which runs from Osakis through Sauk Centre to St. Joseph. Together, they make the longest paved bike trail in the state. The Central Lakes Trail (www.centrallakestrail.com) is used as a snowmobile trail in the winter.

Public Beaches LIFEGUARD-STAFFED LAKE L’HOMME DIEU BEACH Alexandria. Take Highway 29 north of Alexandria to the beach.

LAKE LATOKA BEACH Alexandria. Take County Road 82 west from Alexandria, turn south on County Road 90, then west on Latoka Beach Road.

LAKE OSAKIS BEACH Osakis. Located on East Lake Street.

NON-LIFEGUARD-STAFFED CITY PARK BEACH Alexandria. Lake Henry in the Alexandria City Park, one block west of County Road 42 (North Nokomis).

ROTARY BEACH Alexandria. Located off County Road 42 between lakes L’Homme Dieu and Carlos.

CHIPPEWA COUNTY PARK BEACH Brandon. Between lakes Little Chippewa and Devil’s off County Road 108.

LAKE CARLOS STATE PARK Carlos. Located about seven miles north of Alexandria off State Highway 29 and County Road 38.

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CITY PARKS

Alexandria City Park is at the north end of Alexandria, one block west of County Rd. 42. It offers a playground, picnic area, tennis courts, swimming beach, bathhouse and fishing pier.

Big Ole Central Park is on the north end of Broadway in Alexandria, next to Lake Agnes. It features a gazebo and kiosk shelter and serves as a trail head for the Central Lakes Trail.

Goose Park is three blocks west of Broadway on Fifth Avenue West in Alexandria.

Lake Agnes Park is on the south shore of Lake Agnes along County Rd. 37 in Alexandria.

Lake Connie Park is on Seventh Avenue.

East between Roosevelt and Spruce streets in Alexandria.

Dean Melton Fillmore Park is at Fillmore Street and 15th Ave. W in Alexandria.

Lakeview Park is near County Rd. 82 East and Birch Avenue in Alexandria (take County Rd. 82 East to Birch Avenue , turn west on Runestone Place and west on Lake Park Avenue.)

Fred Foslien Park is in Victoria Heights, two blocks south of County Rd. 82 off Knut Street in Alexandria.

Legion Park is at Broadway and Eighth Avenue West in Alexandria.

Geneva Crest Park is on the west side of Lake Geneva in Alexandria (take County Rd. 82 East, turn north on Birch Avenue, go 3/4 mile, go east on Basswood two blocks and north on Geneva Dr.).

Manor Hills Park is in Alexandria. Take Hwy. 29 North to Manor Dr. and go two blocks to the right on Springdale.

Martin’s Hope Park is on Second Avenue across the street from Big Ole Central Park.

Noonan Park is at Nokomis Street and 10th Avenue in Alexandria.

Oak Knoll Park is on the northeast side of Alexandria near McKay Avenue. Take Hwy. 29 North, turn right on McKay Avenue and left on Oak Knoll Drive.

Osagi Park is on Lake St. in Osakis. It features picnic tables and shelter, restrooms, playground and lakeshore (no swimming area).

Pooch Playland is a dog park with a fenced-in area located at the south end of Victor Street in Alexandria.

Runestone Park is about one mile east of Broadway in Alexandria on Sixth Avenue East.

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Chippewa Park is three miles north of Brandon on County Rd. 108. It features picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, restrooms, showers, drinking water, a swimming beach (no lifeguard), playground, horseshoe pit and camping sites.

Very accommodating!

Curt Felt Memorial Park is north of Alexandria off County Rd. 42. It has a volleyball court, playground, a picnic shelter, restrooms, horseshoe courts and a softball field.

Lake Brophy Park, located on the north side of Lake Brophy, is the newest addition to the county’s park system. Take County Road 82 west of Alexandria to the Brophy Landing road. Currently, the park is mostly undeveloped but includes a parking area, portable restroom, dock and fire ring. It also includes natural surface trails for walking, biking, and running, as well as access to the Central Lakes Trail.

Lake Brophy Wayside Park is west of Alexandria at the intersection of County Rds. 82 and 8. It has picnic tables, charcoal grills, restroom, drinking water, playground and views of Lake Brophy.

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GRANDSTAY HOTEL & SUITES

Kensington Rune Stone Park is 15 miles west of Alexandria on State Hwy. 27. It’s where the famed Kensington Runestone was found. There are picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water, heated building with kitchen facilities, softball field, horseshoe pit, volleyball court, playground, hiking and cross country ski trails and historic displays.

211 W Main St Parkers Prairie, MN 218.338.3380 grandstayparkers.com Rated as the top hotel in Parkers Prairie, MN and in the area by TripAdvisor.com, GrandStay® Hotel & Suites makes the perfect choice for any visit to the area.

Our comfortable modern hotel is affordable yet well-equipped, and offers a great welcome to business and vacation guests alike. Convenient for Alexandria as well as Parkers Prairie itself, and with a range of king, queen, and 1-bedroom/full kitchen suites, GrandStay® is your home-away-from-home in Otter Tail County. Adjacent to the Parkers Prairie Event Center and steps away from Lake Adley, GrandStay® Hotel & Suites is perfectly situated for all your group and recreation needs.

Spruce Hill Park is near Miltona (from Alexandria, take Hwy. 29 to County Rd. 5 and go east five miles).

It has picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water, softball field, and interpretive, hiking and cross country ski trails.

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Lake Carlos State Park is near Carlos. Take State Hwy. 29 north from Alexandria, turn west on County Rd. 38, turn left into park. Permit is required; purchase at park office ($5/day, $25/year). The park features hiking, snowshoe, cross-country ski and snowmobile trails, picnic tables, shelters, swimming beach, canoe/paddleboat rentals, play area, camp sites, camper cabins, group camp, restrooms, showers, boat landing, amphitheater, visitor/ interpretive center, naturalist programs, geocaching, equestrian area, skating area and fishouse rental.

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Enjoy thoughtful amenities to ensure a stress-free stay, including free in-room Wi-Fi Internet access and microwaves and refrigerators upon request. Our Alexandria, MN, hotel features free Daybreak breakfast each morning as well as an indoor heated pool and hot tub. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult. Dogs are permitted in designated rooms for a nominal fee.

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uch of Minnesota’s history is inspired by the many beautiful lakes throughout our state, and the Legacy of the Lakes Museum and Gardens is dedicated to bringing that history to the public.

Open from May 22 through October, the museum features handcrafted wooden boats, grand hotels and fishing clubs, bringing to life traditions that reach back nearly a century and a half.

These diverse exhibits, as well as the Gardens, are all part of the Legacy of the Lakes Museum, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of antique and classic watercraft, resort memorabilia and

sporting equipment used on the Minnesota lakes.

A new exhibit for 2018 is the kinetic sculptures of John Buck, an American artist working primarily with wood, opening mid June.

Six of his sculptures will be on display at the museum this summer.

The pieces depict moments of shared history, past and present.

The museum is located in downtown Alexandria at 205 Third Avenue West, near the Alexandria Fire Department. The museum is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday from 12-4 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors 65 and older, $5 for students ages 5-17 and $18 for families (parent and children younger than 17). Children 5 and younger are free when accompanied by a paying adult. Contact the museum at (320) 759-1114 or through its website www.legacyofthelakes.org.

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To see a complete listing of all events and classes at the museum, visit www.legacyofthelakes.org.

MAKE-N-TAKE CHILDREN’S CRAFT SERIES: A HOUSE FOR HERMIT CRAB June 12, 10- 11:30 a.m.

Based on Eric Carle’s book, “A House for Hermit Crab.” After listening to the book, decorate a home for a hermit crab while learning about creatures found at a lake. Class size is limited to 15.

YOGA IN THE GARDENS – BEGINNER June 12, 19 and 26, 4:30-5 p.m.

Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. Instructor: Sarah Roers YOGA IN THE GARDENS – EXPERIENCED June 12, 19 and 26, 5:15-6 p.m.

Appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. Instructor: Sarah Roers.

OUTDOOR SKETCHING June 13, 20 and 27, 6:30- 7:30 p.m.

Explore the sketchbook as a journal and laboratory for recording and investigating the world around us. All abilities welcome. Sketchbook and drawing materials will be provided by the instructor.

PAINT THE LEGACY GARDENS June 14, 9 a.m.-noon This class is for anyone who wants to experience Plein Air Painting.

All painting supplies are provided, including use of a standing, retractable easel that can be lowered for sitting. No painting experience required. Bring your own beverages and snacks. Local artist Leanne Larson will give step-by-step instructions.

COMMUNITY READ: BOOK DISCUSSION OF “THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS” June 21, 10-11 a.m.

This event is free and open to the public. Join the Douglas County Library, Friends of the Library, Alexandria Community Education, and the Legacy of the Lakes Museum for a summer of fun activities celebrating our community-wide reading of “The Language of Flowers.”

COMMUNITY READ: PAINT WHITE HYDRANGEAS ON CANVAS June 28, 5-6:30 p.m.

The Victorian language of flowers was used to convey romantic expressions: honeysuckle for devotion, asters for patience, and red roses for love. Join instructors from Art Bar 39 as they walk you through painting white hydrangeas. This companion event to the Community Read of “Language of Flowers” is free of charge. Preregistration is required.

TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES Register online with Alexandria Community Education by calling 320-7623310, extension 2.

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AREA LAKES AARON Size: 614 acres Depth: 16 feet Game fish: Northern, pan fish, largemouth bass, walleye Features: Shallow with sandy beaches Public access: South end off Lakes Rd.

CHRISTINA Size: 3,978 acres Depth: 14 feet Game fish: Northern, bullhead, pan fish, largemouth bass, walleye Features: Large, shallow Public access: Southwest end off Co. Rd. 82

AGNES Size: 137 acres Depth: 31 feet Game fish: Pan fish, northern, bass, some walleye Features: Fishing pier in City Park Public access: City-owned access on southwest end off Agnes Blvd.

COWDRY Size: 242 acres Depth: 52 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Small, clear Public access: Northeast corner off Co. Rd. 82 and E. Lake Cowdry Rd.

ANDREW Size: 918 acres Depth: 83 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish, largemouth bass Features: Sandy beaches, spring-fed, popular recreational lake Public access: Southeast side off Co. Rd. 28 BLACKWELL Size: 307 acres Depth: 42 feet Game fish: Bullhead, pan fish, largemouth bass, northern, walleye Public access: East side off Country Ln. BROPHY Size: 293 acres Depth: 44 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Island, sandy beaches Public access: Northwest shore off Co. Rd. 82 and Brophy Park Rd. BURGEN Size: 174 acres Depth: 43 feet Game fish: Northern, pan fish, some bass and walleye Features: Small, steeply sloped shoreline Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 23 CARLOS Size: 2,598 acres Depth: 163 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish, largemouth bass Features: Access to chain of lakes, clear, deep Public accesses: North shore in state park off Co. Rd. 38; northeast shore near state park; west shore off Co. Rd. 11; east shore off Co Rd. 42 and E. Lake Carlos Dr. CHIPPEWA Size: 1,175 acres Depth: 95 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish, largemouth bass Features: Deep, headwaters of Chippewa River Public access: Northeast corner off Co. Rd. 12

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GRANTS Size: 177 acres Depth: 60 feet Game fish: Northern, bullhead, pan fish, walleye, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass Public access: Northwest corner off Co. Rd. 94 HENRY Size: 152 acres Depth: 32 feet Game fish: Northern, pan fish, some bass Features: Next to City Park Public access: Accessible by water from Lake Agnes

CROOKED Size: 281 acres Depth: 35 feet Game fish: Northern, bullhead, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Quiet Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 27

IDA Size: 4,427 acres Depth: 106 feet Game fish: Walleye, bass, northern, pan fish Features: Large, clear; sandy beaches Public accesses: North side off Co. Rd. 34 and Big Horn Bay Rd.; east side off Co. Rd. 34 and Pilgrim Point Rd.; southeast side off Co. Rd. 34 and Sunset Strip

DARLING Size: 1,050 acres Depth: 62 feet Game fish: Northern, pan fish, largemouth bass, walleye Features: Water access to chain of lakes Public access: Access by water from Lake Carlos

INDIAN Size: 76 acres Depth: 38 feet Game fish: Northern, bullhead, pan fish, walleye Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 6 and Indian Lake Rd.

DEVILS Size: 234 acres Depth: 35 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Spring-fed, sandy beaches, connects to county park Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 7 and Devil’s Lake Rd.

IRENE Size: 639 acres Depth: 44 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth bass, pan fish Public access: Northwest side off Hwy. 29 and Irene Rd.; southeast side off Co. Rd. 64

FREEBORN Size: 248 acres Depth: 18 feet Game fish: Northern, largemouth bass, pan fish, bullhead, walleye Public access: Northwest side off Co. Rd. 96 GENEVA Size: 640 acres Depth: 63 feet Game fish: Largemouth bass, northern, pan fish, walleye Features: Pier on north end, access to chain of lakes Public access: Northwest side off Hwy. 29 and Southeast side off Co. Rd. 82 GILBERT Size: 202 acres Depth: 17 feet Game fish: Bullhead, pan fish, northern, walleye Features: Quiet Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 7 and Moe Hall Rd.

LATOKA Size: 753 acres Depth: 108 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Clear, deep, good water quality, public swimming beach Public accesses: North side off Co. Rd. 82, West side of South Basin off Hwy. 27 and Vonderheid Dr. L’HOMME DIEU Size: 1,801 acres Depth: 85 feet Game fish: Walleye, largemouth bass, northern, pan fish Features: Access to chain of lakes, public swimming beach Public accesses: Northwest side off Co. Rd. 42; northeast side off Co. Rd. 120 LITTLE CHIPPEWA Size: 269 acres Depth: 24 feet Game fish: Northern, bullhead, walleye, pan fish, largemouth bass Features: Shallow, sandy, connects to county park Public access: South shore off Co. Rd. 108

LOBSTER Size: 1,329 acres Depth: 65 feet Game fish: Northern, pan fish, walleye, bass, muskellunge Features: Many bays and points, island Public access: West end off Co. Rd. 27 LONG Size: 218 acres Depth: 18 feet Public access: East end off Long Lake Rd. LOUISE Size: 214 acres Depth: 33 feet Game fish: Bullhead, pan fish, largemouth bass, northern, walleye Public access: West side off Co. Rd. 22 MAPLE Size: 831 acres Depth: 78 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Mostly shallow, spring-fed, excellent water quality Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 4; east side off Co. Rd. 87 MARY Size: 2,450 acres Depth: 40 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Large, gradual slopes, popular recreational lake Public access: Northwest corner off Hwy. 27; southwest corner off Co. Rd. 4 MILL Size: 450 acres Depth: 40 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish, largemouth bass Features: Spring-fed, deep, clear Public access: Southeast corner off Hwy. 27 MILTONA Size: 5,724 acres Depth: 105 feet Game fish: Walleye, bass, northern, pan fish, muskellunge Features: Largest lake in county; deep, clear; sandy beaches Public accesses: North shore off Co. Rd. 14 and Sandy Beach Dr.; northeast side off Hwy. 29 and North Lake Miltona Dr.; west side off Spring Lake Rd. MINA Size: 411 acres Depth: 123 feet Game fish: Northern, largemouth bass, pan fish, bullhead, muskellunge, walleye Public access: North point off Co. Rd. 8

MOON Size: 144 acres Depth: 38 feet Game fish: Northern, largemouth bass, pan fish, walleye, bullhead, perch Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 82 MOSES Size: 824 acres Depth: 32 feet Game fish: Walleye, largemouth bass, pan fish, northern Features: Clear, sandy Public access: West side off Co. Rd. 16 OSAKIS Size: 6,389 acres Depth: 86 feet Game fish: Walleye, northern, pan fish, bass Features: Large lake with many bars and fishing structures Public access: South end in Osakis; west side off Co. Rd. 10; north end off Co. Rd. 10 (other access in Todd County) OSCAR Size: 1,119 acres Depth: 25 feet Game fish: Walleye, pan fish, northern, muskellunge Features: Island Public access: North side off State Hwy. 27 POCKET Size: 263 acres Depth: 40 feet Game fish: Northern, pan fish, largemouth bass, bullhead, walleye Public access: South side off Hwy. 114 and Pocket Lake Rd. RACHEL Size: 442 acres Depth: 65 feet Game fish: Northern, bullhead, pan fish, largemouth bass, walleye Public access: East shore off Co. Rd. 93 RED ROCK Size: 903 acres Depth: 22 feet Game fish: Northern, walleye, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Shallow Public access: East side off Shorewood Dr. ROUND Size: 81 acres Depth: 30 feet Game fish: Northern, largemouth bass, pan fish, bullhead Features: Quiet Public access: South end off Co. Rd. 27

SMITH Size: 666 acres Depth: 30 feet Game fish: Northern, walleye, pan fish, largemouth bass Features: Spring-fed, quiet Public access: Northeast corner off Hwy. 27 and Smith Lake Rd. STOWE Size: 389 acres Depth: 14 feet Game fish: Northern, bullhead, pan fish, largemouth bass, walleye Public access: West end off Co. Rd. 82 and Stowe Lake Rd. TURTLE Size: 218 acres Depth: 21 feet Game fish: Northern, pan fish, largemouth bass, bullhead, walleye Public access: Southwest corner off Co. Rd. 88 UNION Size: 107 acres Depth: 45 feet Game fish: Northern, largemouth bass, pan fish, bullhead, walleye Public access: SE side off Co. Rd. 23 VERMONT Size: 338 acres Depth: 59 feet Game fish: Bullhead, pan fish, largemouth bass, northern, walleye Public access: Southeast side off Hwy. 29 and E. Lake Vermont Rd. VICTORIA Size: 417 acres Depth: 60 feet Game fish: Northern, walleye, largemouth bass, pan fish Features: Long, narrow lake with access to Lake Geneva Public access: South end off Hazel Hill Rd. WHISKEY Size: 160 acres Depth: 46 feet Game fish: Bullhead, pan fish, largemouth bass, northern, walleye Public access: North shore off Co. Rd. 58 WINONA Size: 213 acres Depth: 9 feet Game fish: Bullhead, perch, crappie Public access: City-owned, carry-in access on northwest end

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2800 N Nokomis NE Phone: 320-846-1122 38 38 June June // July July 2018 2018 •• Vacationer Vacationer

Breakfast & Noon Lunches 612 3rd Ave W • Alexandria, MN 320-763-3877 Hours: Mon - Sat 7am-1pm • Sun 8am-1pm

320-834-2532 or 218-267-2726

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Come Checkout Our New

Taste of the Lakes Area

All You Can Eat Soup & Salad Bar 11am - 9pm Serving Breakfast Lunch • Dinner

Stop in & try our new craft beers on tap!

HAPPY HOUR Great appetizer Mon. - Sat. and drink specials 3 - 6pm

FOOD & HOSPITALITY 115 30th Ave E, Alexandria, MN

320-763-6565 1-800-657-3294

FULL MENU FROM A VARIETY OF Appetizers to Salads, Sandwiches, Prime Rib and Steaks

Thursday Nights Wings Friday Nights Fish & Shrimp Saturday Nights Ribs Fri & Sat Salad Bar Available Homemade Pizza & Great Burger Baskets! Catering!

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Fast Track Lunch Special Mon-Fri 11am-1:30pm Sunday Buffet starting at 10am • Over 29 varieties of tap beer • Nightly drink specials

Bar & Grill

Lowry, MN 320-283-5377

Sunday Brunch 7am - 1pm

Alexandria, MN Call 320-763-9983

Best Steaks In Town

Since 1925, Alexandria’s Recommended Family Dining

Open 7 Days a Week

Breakfast served All Day

Visit us at travelersinncafe.com

• Full Menu from Omlettes & Pancakes, to Walleye & Prime Rib • Known for Great Breakfasts: Egg Dishes, Omelettes, Pancakes, Waffles, Biscuits & Gravy • Breakfast Specials Mon - Sat. ‘til 10am • Homemade Soups & Daily Specials • Deli Sandwiches • Area’s Best Salad Bar • Caramel Rolls, Homemade Pies

511 Broadway - Historic Downtown 320-763-4000

Wine Craft Beer Live Music Full Menu Appetizers & Soups • Sandwiches & Wraps Pasta • Salads • Burgers • Poultry Fresh Fish & Seafood • Steaks & Ribs

Weekly Specialties!

Tuesday: BUILD YOUR OWN BURGER BAR 5-9 pm Friday: Pasta Buffet 5-9pm

Create your own pasta dish & see it sautéed on the spot!

Sunday: Prime Rib Brunch 8am-2pm

Breakfast & lunch favorites including prime rib & glazed ham, omelette station, fresh rolls, fruit and biscuits & gravy!

320-762-1124 • www.arrowwoodresort.com 2100 Arrowwood Lane NE, Alexandria

Formerly Sixth Avenue Wine & Ale

115 6th Ave E Alexandria

320.759.2277

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Our family welcomes yours!

Hwy 29 N • Alexandria• 320-762-1324

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SPECIALTY PIZZAS GARLIC TOAST WINGS & SALADS • Sandwiches • Burgers • Baskets • Pasta

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AT 11 A.M. LUNCH & NIGHTLY SPECIALS

MONDAY - FRIDAY 3-6 PM FRIDAY - SATURDAY 9-11 PM ALL DAY SUNDAYS

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Pull Tabs Pool Table Dart Boards Game Room 6 Big Screen TV’s Peanuts & Popcorn

Open Daily

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320-763-7712 • 104 Broadway - Next to Big Ole Statue Open Daily 10 A.M.-1 A.M. • Like us on Facebook!

www.depotalex.com Renovated Old Burlington Train Depot Overlooking Lake Agnes.

• Large Menu & Salad Bar • Best Pizza in the Area • Dine In or On the Deck • Full Lounge, TVs • Pool Tables & Games • DJ Thurs. – Sat. Nights • Large Groups Welcome • Full Catering Available Valid Friday- Sunday 8 am-10:30 am Only!

200 off

Buy one regular price Entreee plus 2 beverages and receive 2nd Entree for

$

Monday Night Pizza Special

Not valid with any other offers, specials or discounts Expires 12/31/18

320-763-7712 • Downtown Alexandria Next to Big Ole Statue

www.depotalex.com

50% OFF

Not valid with any other offers, specials , discounts or coupons.

Expires Dec. 31, 2018

320-763-7712 • Downtown Alexandria Next to Big Ole Statue

www.depotalex.com

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DINING

FLAVOR

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EVERYTHING ★★★★★★★★★★ At QDOBA, we choose flavor. It’s about countless combinations all for one price, including guacamole. So grab a seat and load up on our famed 3-Cheese Queso or go flavor wild with our Knockout Tacos®.

3109 HIGHWAY 29 SOUTH  ALEXANDRIA, MN

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‘QDOBA Mexican Eats’ is a registered trademark of the QDOB Restaurant Corporation ©2018.

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Happy Hour

SPECIALS

ENJOY DISCOUNTED COCKTAILS + BEER+ APPETIZERS

3-6 & 9-CLOSE DAILY

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good times and great food

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Featuring

• Pan fried walleye • Chicken and salmon oscar • Burgers and sandwiches • Pasta • Homemade soups

Best in town!

• Green olive burgers • Bloody Mary • Louisiana style ribs • Ice cream drinks Mon.-Sat. open at 11am. • Sun. open at 3pm 4960 Co. Rd. 42 NE, Alexandria 1 Block North of the Carlos / L’ Homme Dieu bridge

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VISIT ONCE...YOU’RE HOOKED

Nice Craft Beer Selection Available

Proudly serving the Lakes Area for Over 30 Years

VIKING PLAZA MALL www.dmichaelbs.com • ALEXANDRIA To see our full menu visit 320-762-2697

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2800 N Nokomis NE • 320-846-1122

Outdoor Patio • Live Music • Night Club • Sand Volleyball

www.bugaboobay.com

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DJ Lyrixx and DJ Cellphish SUNDAY FUNDAY 50% OFF Drinks 9 PM - Close

MONDAY:

Family FUN Day! Kids eat for $2.99 Bounce House & Other Kids Activities

TUESDAY:

$9.99 Burger Day

WEDNESDAY:

$9.99 Sunfish Basket

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OPEN BOWLING EVERY DAY! Great fun for the whole family!

Arcade open a nd ready for you to have f un!

115 30th Ave E, Alexandria, MN • 320-763-6565 • 1-800-657-3294 More than 29 tap beers FULL MENU FROM A VARIETY OF

Nightly drink specials

Appetizers to Salads, Sandwiches, Prime Rib and Steaks Fast Track Lunch Special: Mon-Fri 11am-1:30pm Sunday Buffet starting at 10am June / July 2018 • Vacationer 47

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CABIN DELIVERY AVAILABLE WITH

“Elden’s On-The-Go” Delivery Service.

See Eldens.com for details.

Open 24 hours a day & 7 days a week!

320-763-3446 • www.ELDENS.com • Corner of 3rd & Nokomis, Alexandria Only store in town that is LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED.

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