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s the temperatures this summer heat up, so do activities in the lakes area. Anywhere you look, youll find something exciting at your fingertips, whether it be running, swimming, biking, or just exploring all the attractions that Alexandria has to offer. If youre a sports nut, one of the favorite activities in our area is baseball, and Alexandria has one of the premier events in the area the Blue Anchors, featuring some of the top college prospects in the nation. You can hit the golf courses, and Lori Mork of course, who can forget our many VACATIONER lakes? Cool, clear water. Perfect for EDITOR boating, skiing, sailing, fishing, pontooning and swimming. What could be more perfect in the summer?
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I love photography, and the possibilities for snapping unique shots are unlimited. You can 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. You can enjoy many top-notch marching bands at the Vikingland Band Festival as schools and communities from around the state vye for titles. The event will also feature the Stabekk School Band from Oslo, Norway. Watch some high-flying fun at the Vikingland Speedway race track or even its smaller version of racing the Runestone Raceway go-karts. Lots of fun packed into a small space, just waiting for you! Check out our magazine for many more events. We hope you will love our area as much as we do!
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JOHN ADAMS, WRITING TO HIS WIFE after the Continental Congress had decided to proclaim the American colonies independent of England; The day will be most memorable in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival...It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade...bonfires and illuminations (fireworks) from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forevermore. From Fireworks in America FOLLOWING THE ADOPTION OF the final draft of the Declaration of Independence, it was read to the public in various American cities and patriots erupted in cheers and celebrations. IN 1977, PHILADELPHIANS remembered the 4th of July and bells were rung, guns fired, candles lighted and firecrackers were set off. CONGRESS ESTABLISHED Independence Day as a holiday in 1879, and in 1938, Congress reaffirmed it as a holiday. Today, communities across the nation mark this major midsummer holiday with parades, fireworks, picnics and the playing of the Star Spangled Banner and marches by John Philip Sousa.
works displays for you to enjoy, and many of the surrounding communities put on light shows for you to enjoy. And if youre looking for something a little different, theres Star Storm 2013, held at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center on Thursday, July 4, beginning at dusk. Choreographed fireworks are computer synchronized to music and broadcast on the radio. There are also boat parades on local lakes, and the Viking Speedway will hold its Minnesota Modified Nationals races, highlighted by a spectacular fireworks display. For the most up-to-date information on all Fourth of July celebrations, check out Alexandrias Echo Press newspaper or go online to www.echopress.com closer to the holiday.
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he Shrine Circus will once again be back in Alexandria on Friday, June 21 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds and is sure to bring out the child in you.
Last years circus highlighted Daniel Raffo, a fifth generation circus performer, and his group of tigers consisting of Siberian, Sumatra and Bengal tigers. There were also elephant rides for all ages. Be sure to make time for this special event.
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Alexandria Covenant
4005 Dakota St., 320-763-5659 John LeVahn, Sr. Pastor. Trinity Opp, Exec. Pastor. Rollie Mossberg, Assoc. Pastor Brian Farka, Pastor of Student Ministry. Julie Barnes, Dir. of Childrens Ministry. For worship times & event info: www.alexandriacovenant.org
Cornerstone Church
202 7th Ave. E, 320-762-1565 www.cornerstoneofalexandria.com Darryl Knappen, Pastor. Sunday Worship: 10am Holy Communion 1st, 2nd & 4th Sundays
Emmanuel Episcopal
12th Ave. E & Lake St., 320-763-3201 www.alexmnepiscopal.org Rev. Tom Sinning, Deacon Adult Bible Study: 9am; Sun. Worship: 10am
OTHER AREAS
Our Saviours Lutheran
Nelson, 762-0140 Jeremy Peterson, Pastor Sunday Worship: 9am
House of Prayer
3020 Rosewood Ln SE, 320-762-0828 www.hopci.com. Lynndene Way, Pastor Sun. Worship: 10am Communion 1st & 3rd Sun. of the month
Please call 320-834-5095 for weekday Mass times: Sacred Heart Catholic Church,
Urbank. Saturday Worship: 7:30pm
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THE SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL 5K race, salad luncheon, special day for seniors, lots of music, a street dance, a flea market, kiddie parade 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, go to www.visitosakis.com.
will feature the Greater Minnesota Childrens Choir concert at 5:30 p.m. Friday in the Osakis High School auditorium. Admission is $2
et ready to celebrate all things Osakis during June 21-24! The 45th annual Osakis Festival is a familyoriented celebration with lots of activities for everyone from long-time residents to first-time visitors. The events line-up includes a
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MONDAY, JUNE 3 Noon to 6:30 p.m. Duffers Delight Golf Tournament presented by Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce; (320) 763-3161. THURSDAY, JUNE 6 7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Association presents Salty Dogs on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Emergency Stop at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. FRIDAY, JUNE 7 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Derelicts at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. SATURDAY, JUNE 8 7:30 a.m. Lakes Area Recreation Holy Moly Ole 5k walk, 5k run and 10k run at Voyager Elementary School in Alexandria; family 5k walk is $15; pre-register by June 3; www.holymolyole.org. 9 to 10 a.m. Free breakfast at United Methodist Church, 2210 East 6th Avenue, Alexandria; (320) 7634624. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. National Get Outdoors Day at Lake Carlos State Park; (320) 852-7200. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Jacob John at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. TUESDAY, JUNE 14 7 to 8 p.m. Evening campfire nature program at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; (320) 852-7200. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Uncle Willies Gut Bucket Blues at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. THURSDAY, JUNE 13 7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Association presents Douglas Wood and Wild Spirit on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Enterprise at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. FRIDAY, JUNE 11 Osakis Lions 33rd annual Walleye Fishing Tournament, Lake Osakis; (320) 859-1230. 9 to 11 a.m. Fishing Frenzy Friday at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; bring bait, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and water bottle; fishing rods limited; MN state park vehicle permit required ($5/day, $25/year); (320) 8527200. SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Osakis Lions 33rd annual Walleye Fishing Tournament, Lake Osakis; (320) 859-1230. 10 a.m. Just Like Grandmas 5k Run/Walk starting at 113 West Main Street, Osakis; (320) 859-4504; www.just-like-grandmas.com. 7 to 8 p.m. Evening campfire nature program at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; (320) 852-7200. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Loose in the Tooth at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. SUNDAY, JUNE 16 Osakis Lions 33rd annual Walleye Fishing Tournament, Lake Osakis; (320) 859-1230. Old fashioned barbecue, pie and ice cream social at Solem Lutheran Church in Kensington following the Runestone Days Parade; (320) 9862478. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feed My Sheep free community supper hosted by First Lutheran Church, Alexandria; (320) 762-2196.
TUESDAY, JUNE 18 7 to 8 p.m. Evening campfire nature program at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; (320) 852-7200. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Tuesday Nightclub at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. THURSDAY, JUNE 20 45th annual Osakis Festival; www.visitosakis.com. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Alexandria Area Tennis Association, in partnership with Young at Heart Dentistry, presents Family Tennis Night at Discovery Middle School courts in Alexandria; (320) 762-2140. 7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Association presents Enterprise on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Finestra at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 7592277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. FRIDAY, JUNE 21 45th annual Osakis Festival; www.visitosakis.com. Just a Jaunt Summer Solstice Celebrations; special tours and deals; Tastefully Simple, Carlos Creek Winery, Panther Distillery, Crooked Willow, Maritime Boat Museum; (320) 846-5443. 9 to 11 a.m. Fishing Frenzy Friday at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; bring bait, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and water bottle; fishing rods limited; MN state park vehicle permit required ($5/day, $25/year); (320) 852-7200. 2:30 and 7 p.m. Alexandria Shrine Circus at Douglas County Fairgrounds, Alexandria. 5:30 p.m. Greater MN Childrens Choir Festival Concert at Osakis High School; www.visitosakis.com/events. 6 to 9 p.m. Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum Summer Solstice KickOff at Maritime Gardens, Alexandria. SATURDAY, JUNE 22 45th annual Osakis Festival; www.visitosakis.com. Just a Jaunt Summer Solstice Celebrations; special tours and deals; Tastefully Simple, Carlos Creek Winery, Panther Distillery, Crooked Willow, Maritime Boat Museum; (320) 846-5443. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 10 or younger tennis workshop hosted by the Alexandria Area Tennis Association (AATA), conducted by staff from the United States Tennis Association Northern Section; check-in from 9 to 9:30 a.m.; pre-registration requested by June 1; AATA members free, non-AATA members $15; (320) 762-2140. 7 to 8 p.m. Evening campfire nature program at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; (320) 852-7200. SUNDAY, JUNE 23 45th annual Osakis Festival; www.visitosakis.com. Just a Jaunt Summer Solstice Celebrations; special tours and deals; Tastefully Simple, Carlos Creek Winery, Panther Distillery, Crooked Willow, Maritime Boat Museum; (320) 846-5443. TUESDAY, JUNE 25 5:30 p.m. Mystery and Wine Meet-up at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. 7 to 8 p.m. Evening campfire nature program at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; (320) 852-7200. 7:30 p.m. When a Man Loves a Diva at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 7:30 p.m. When a Man Loves a Diva at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com.
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THURSDAY, JUNE 27 Alexandria Area Tennis Association Youth Tennis Tournament at Discovery Middle School courts in Alexandria; pre-registration required by June 21; AATA Member fees: singles $10 per entry, mixed doubles $15 per entry; nonAATA member fees: singles $15 per entry, mixed doubles $20 per entry; (320) 894-7952. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. United Way Food Drop at New Life Christian Church, Alexandria; www.uwdp.org, (320) 834-7800. 7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Association presents Trisko Wilken & Trisko on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria. 7 to 10 p.m. Live music by Salty Dogs at Sixth Avenue Wine and Ale, Alexandria; (320) 759-2277; www.sixthavenuewineandale.com. 7:30 p.m. When a Man Loves a Diva at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. FRIDAY, JUNE 28 Alexandria Area Tennis Association Youth Tennis Tournament at Discovery Middle School courts in Alexandria; pre-registration required by June 21; AATA Member fees: singles $10 per entry, mixed doubles $15 per entry; nonAATA member fees: singles $15 per entry, mixed doubles $20 per entry; (320) 894-7952. 9 to 11 a.m. Fishing Frenzy Friday at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; bring bait, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and water bottle; fishing rods limited; MN state park vehicle permit required ($5/day, $25/year); (320) 8527200. 7:30 p.m. When a Man Loves a Diva at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. SATURDAY, JUNE 29 Alexandria Area Tennis Association Youth Tennis Tournament at Discovery Middle School courts in Alexandria; pre-registration required by June 21; AATA Member fees: singles $10 per entry, mixed doubles $15 per entry; nonAATA member fees: singles $15 per entry, mixed doubles $20 per entry; (320) 894-7952. 2 and 7:30 p.m. When a Man Loves a Diva at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. 7 to 8 p.m. Evening campfire nature program at Lake Carlos State Park amphitheater; (320) 852-7200. SUNDAY, JUNE 30 1:30 p.m. 29th annual Vikingland Band Festival Parade Marching Championship, Broadway in Alexandria; www.marching.com/events/vbf/. 2 p.m. When a Man Loves a Diva at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. THURSDAY, JULY 4 4th of July Fireworks Display at the Osakis Country Club at sunset; www.visitosakis.com. 7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Association presents Bruce Nelson on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria. MONDAY, JULY 8 6 to 7:30 p.m. Alexandria Area Tennis Association, in partnership with Young at Heart Dentistry, presents Family Tennis Night at Discovery Middle School courts in Alexandria; (320) 762-2140. TUESDAY, JULY 9 7:30 p.m. Lombardi at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 8463150; www.tlhd.com. WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 7:30 p.m. Lombardi at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 8463150; www.tlhd.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 11 7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Association presents Nathans Oldtime Band on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria. 7:30 p.m. Lombardi at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. FRIDAY, JULY 12 7:30 p.m. Lombardi at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; www.tlhd.com. SATURDAY, JULY 13 City-wide garage sales, Osakis. Roddin Around the Lakes Car show, Osakis; (320) 859-2887. 9 to 10 a.m. Free breakfast at United Methodist Church, 2210 East 6th Avenue, Alexandria; (320) 763-4624. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. MN Lakes Classic Boat and Car Show at Arrowwood Resort on Lake Darling, Alexandria; www.mnlakesmaritime.org; (320) 759-1114. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Lombardi at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; www.tlhd.com. SUNDAY, JULY 14 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Douglas County Master Gardeners Tour of Gardens; www.extension.umn.edu/county/douglas. 2 p.m. Lombardi at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. TUESDAY, JULY 16 7:30 p.m. Legacy: A Tribute to the King of Pop at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Knute Nelsons Annual Community Picnic, 420 12th Ave. E, Alexandria; (320) 763-3161. 7:30 p.m. Legacy: A Tribute to the King of Pop at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. THURSDAY, JULY 18 6 to 7:30 p.m. Alexandria Area Tennis Association, in partnership with Young at Heart Dentistry, presents Family Tennis Night at Discovery Middle School courts in Alexandria; (320) 762-2140. 7 p.m. Red Willow Arts Association presents Doo Wop Divas on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria. 7:30 p.m. Legacy: A Tribute to the King of Pop at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. FRIDAY, JULY 19 Millerville Butter Days bean bag tournament and street dance. 7:30 p.m. Legacy: A Tribute to the King of Pop at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. SATURDAY, JULY 20 Millerville Butter Days - childrens tractor pull at noon, parade at 2 p.m., activities throughout the afternoon. 7:30 a.m. Lakes Area Recreation Holy Moly Ole 5k walk, 5k run and 10k run at Discovery Middle School in Alexandria; family 5k walk is $15; pre-register by July 15; www.holymolyole.org. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Legacy: A Tribute to the King of Pop at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. SUNDAY, JULY 21 2 p.m. Legacy: A Tribute to the King of Pop at Theatre LHomme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com. 4 p.m. Emmanuel Episcopal Church Songfest to benefit organ renovation fund. Reception to follow, 602 12th Ave. E, Alexandria; (320) 239-4348. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feed My Sheep free community supper hosted by First Lutheran Church, Alexandria; (320) 762-2196.
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or 47 years, the Viking Speedway track has been home to stock car racing at its finest, and now, in its 48th season, the local oval has added a new division with the Pure Stocks, giving race fans six classes to enjoy. Many will tell you that theres nothing like being at the track to witness a race in person, and that the best racing action can be found at a dirt track. Stock car racing got its start in Alexandria in 1953; the current Viking Speedway was founded in 1965.
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High flying half mile track offers thrills, spills and speed
Since that initial season, race fans have witnessed some of the top racers in the country compete on the big dirt oval. The Viking Speedway is a half-mile semi-banked clay oval that races five WISSOTA sanctioned classes weekly Late Models, Modifieds, Super Stocks, Midwest Modifieds and Street Stocks. The regular season runs from late April through Labor Day with regular races held on Saturday nights. Numerous specials are also held on other dates throughout the year, including the Central Minnesota Ice Breaker in April, the Minnesota Modified Nationals in early July and the Viking Fall Classic in October. The Viking Speedway is located at the Douglas County Fairgrounds in Alexandria. For more information, visit the website www.vikingspeedway.net.
Runestone Raceway
f you enjoy your racing on a smaller scale, then the Runestone Raceway is for you. High flying go-kart action is located at the west end of the Douglas County Fairgrounds, when the Runestone Go Kart Association holds racing every Friday night at 7 p.m. Admission is free for spectators. Runestone Go-kart Racing, Inc. saw its racing roots begin at the Campbell Raceway oval in the back yard of Harlan Campbells home on McKay Av-
enue in Alexandria, and in 1978, was incorporated. The entire racing program was then moved to the site it occupies now. The original board members, according to DuWayne Nelson, one of the originators of the program, had to clear a corn field, picking each stalk by hand, to build the new track. The Runestone Raceway began as a dirt track with no lights, racing on Sunday afternoons. It has since evolved into a clay oval, complete with lighting, an announcer and spectator stands. Its not unusual to find the local Girl Scout troops or the racers themselves singing the National Anthem.
A non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, Runestone Gokart Racing, Inc. also offers up-close action for spectators with pit passes for just $6. The racing program at the fairgrounds provides 12 different categories for young racers Rookie Flat, Rookie Animal, Sportsman Flat, Sportsman Animal, Junior I Caged Animal, Junior I Cageless Animal, Junior I Cageless Flat, Junior II Caged Animal, Junior II Cageless Animal, Junior II Cageless Flat, Stock Light/Medium/ Heavy and Animal Light/Medium/Heavy. Check out future Viking Speedway racers as they begin their careers at the Runestone Raceway every Friday night at 7 p.m.
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The Osakis Lions are in their 33rd year of hosting the event
or 32 years, the Osakis Lions have been hosting their annual walleye fishing tournament on Lake Osakis. In its 33rd year, the tournament will be held on June 1516 over Fathers Day weekend Its a fun event, said Mike Thesing, Osakis Lions Club member. Last year, we brought in a lot of quality fish. This year, with the late spring, I expect it to even out by tournament time and I think the teams will catch some good fish again this year. The tournament features two-person teams and anyone is welcome to register by midnight June 14. Entry forms can be found at various bait shops in the Osakis and Alexandria areas.
Those who try their luck could even win up to $8,000, depending on how many teams enter this year. Last years tournament had 38 teams and 382 walleyes caught weighing in at 935 total pounds.
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or more than 50 years, Theatre LHomme Dieu (TLHD) has presented exceptional and entertaining live theater in the Alexandria lakes area. TLHD partners with national and regional theaters to present five productions throughout the summer. Opening the season will be When a Man Loves a Diva, featuring three male comic vocalists performing hits from the Chiffons to the Supremes, Whitney to Aretha, Donna, Dolly and Adele and more, all while unleashing their inner divas.
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JUNE 25-30 When a Man Loves a Diva Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, 2 p.m. JULY 9-13 Lombardi Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, 2 p.m. JULY 16-21 Legacy-A tribute to the King of Pop Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, 2 p.m. JULY 23-28 Sisters Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, 2 p.m. AUGUST 6-11 Sunset Boulevard Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, 2 p.m. AUGUST 13-18 Almost, Maine Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m. / Sunday, 2 p.m. 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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he annual Douglas County Tour of Gardens offers a breathtaking display of some of the areas finest gardens. The 2013 event is set for Sunday, July 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored by the Douglas County Master Gardeners and the University of Minnesota Extension Division, the event features six different area gardens each year.
JULY 14 Douglas County Tour of Gardens 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tickets are $5 THE EVENT IS SPONSORED By the Douglas County Master Gardeners and the University of Minnesota Extension Division GARDEN FEATURES This years featured Alexandria gardens: Terrace Learning Garden 720 Fillmore Street Stephen and Diane Henry 1721 County Road 120 NE Eleanor Dahlquist 2819 Crestwood Drive NE Virgil and Jeanne Batesole 410 Agnes Boulevard Deb Paulzine 2655 Deer Run NW
The gardens may be viewed in any order in an open house format, and brochures with addresses, garden features and maps will be available at the Douglas County Extension Office, Runestone Museum and many retail locations in Douglas County. Tickets are $5 and are available at any tour location the day of the event, or at the Douglas County Extension office in advance. Hosts will be available at each site to guide you and answer questions. Information is also available on Hot topics on the Douglas County Extension website at www.extension.umn.edu/ county/douglas.
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7. Build a sand castle at the lake. 8. Attend a Blue Anchors baseball game at 9. Go horseback riding. 10. Take a tour of Senator Knute Nelsons
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16. Rent a kayak and try a new sport. 25. Fly a kite at Kensington Runestone County Park. 17. Grab some new reading material from a bookstore before heading to the beach. 26. Go bowling. 18. Check out the music and nightlife at 27. Go to the waterpark. local clubs. 28. Tour a winery. 19. Step back in time at the historical society. 29. Examine the many plants at the Terrace Learning Garden. 20. Watch the ducks at Noonan Park. 30. Go for a swim at Chippewa County
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CARLOS CREEK WINERY gallery opening for artist-in-residence Joshua Pehrson, an artist accomplished in crystalline glazes. There will also be a live Raku pottery firing, a bonfire and live music with Jeff James on Saturday and Harpers Chord on Sunday from 2-6 p.m. each day. On Sunday from 2-5 p.m. will be a Plein Air painting class, led by expert artists from Art and Elixer. The painting class requires a $40 pre-registration fee. All other events are free. CROOKED WILLOW will hold its annual Garden Party June 20-22 and will be serving refreshments, giving away door prizes and featuring special sales and discounts MARITIME MUSEUM will be featuring Funky Gumbo playing from 5-9 p.m. on Friday, June 21 at the Maritime Gardens with no cover charge TASTEFULLY SIMPLE regular tours are available at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Please call at least 24 hours in advance. PANTHER DISTILLERY will be doing tours and samplings
Do your kids have acting in their blood? Then check out the three-week long theater day camp at the Alexandria Area Arts Association Theatre (AAAA). This program takes students through the production process, from audition to curtain call and culminates with three full public performances onstage at the AAAA.
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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. KENSINGTON RUNESTONE The world-famous Runestone is located at the Runestone Museum, 206 Broadway in Alexandria. RUNESTONE MUSEUM 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. 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 childrens area. 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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CITY PARKS ALEXANDRIA CITY PARK North Alexandria, 1 block west of Co. Rd. 42. Playground, picnic area, tennis courts, swimming beach, bathhouse and fishing pier. BIG OLE CENTRAL PARK North end of Broadway, Alexandria. Gazebo and parking area for the Central Lakes Trail. DEAN MELTON FILLMORE PARK Fillmore St. and 15th Ave West, Alexandria. FRED FOSLIEN PARK In Victoria Heights, 2 blocks south of Hwy 27 off Knut St., Alexandria. GENEVA CREST PARK West side of Lake Geneva, Alexandria. Hwy 27 East to Birch Ave., east on Basswood, two blocks east on Geneva Drive. GOOSE PARK Three blocks west of Broadway on 5th Ave. West, Alexandria. LAKE AGNES PARK South shore of Lake Agnes along Co. Rd. 37 in Alexandria LAKE CONNIE PARK 7th Ave. East between Roosevelt and Spruce streets in Alexandria LAKEVIEW PARK Hwy 27 East and Birch Ave, Alexandria. Hwy 27 East to Birch Ave, west on Runestone Place, west on Lake Park Ave. LEGION PARK Broadway and 8th Ave. West, Alexandria. MANOR HILLS PARK Hwy 29 North to Manor Drive, two blocks right on Springdale, Alexandria. MARTINS HOPE PARK 2nd Ave. across from Big Ole Central Park. NOONAN PARK Nokomis Street and 10th Ave., Alexandria. OAK KNOLL PARK Northeast side of Alexandria near McKay Ave. Hwy 29 North, right on McKay, left on Oak Knoll Drive.
OSAGI PARK On Lake Street in Osakis. Picnic tables, shelter, restrooms, playground and lakeshore (no swimming area). POOCH PLAYLAND Dog park with fenced-in area. South end of Victor St, east side of Alexandria. RUNESTONE PARK Located about one mile east of Broadway in Alexandria on 6th Avenue East. COUNTY PARKS KENSINGTON RUNESTONE PARK 15 miles west of Alexandria, State Hwy 27. Where the Kensington Runestone was found. Picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water, heated building with kitchen facilities, softball field, horseshoe pit, volleyball court, playground, hiking trails, historic displays. LAKE BROPHY PARK West of Alexandria at the intersection of Co. Roads 82 and 8. Picnic tables, charcoal grills, restroom, drinking water, playground, scenic views of Lake Brophy.
CHIPPEWA PARK Three miles north of Brandon on Co. Rd 108. Picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, restrooms with showers, drinking water, swimming beach (no lifeguard), playground, horseshoe pit, camping sites. CURT FELT MEMORIAL PARK North of Alexandria off Co. Rd. 42. Volleyball court, playground, picnic shelter, restrooms, softball field. SPRUCE HILL PARK North of Alexandria near Miltona. Hwy 29 to Co. Rd. 5 east 5 miles. Picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water, softball field, interpretive trail, hiking trails. STATE PARK LAKE CARLOS STATE PARK Near Carlos. Hwy 29 north from Alexandria, west on Co. Rd. 38 at sign. Left into park entrance. Permit is required. Hiking trails, cross-country ski trails, picnic tables, shelters, swimming beach, kids play area, camp sites, camper cabins, group camp, restrooms with showers, boat landing, amphitheater, equestrian area.
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HOLIDAY INN, Hwy 29 & I-94 Alexandria, MN 320.763.6577 www.hialexandria.com Features 149 very comfortable rooms on 2 floors, including 41 rooms with direct access to our indoor recreation center. Rooms recently remodeled and all have free Internet. In the heart of the lakes area, with easy access off I-94. Use the Central Lakes trail and area golf courses,or enjoy wine tasting and seasonal activities at the famous Carlos Creek Winery or see the controversial Kensington Runestone. Enjoy the volleyball courts, basketball hoops, hockey net, ping pong tables, arcade and more. Use the 24-hr. fitness center and enjoy a great meal at Rudys Redeye Grill, surf the high-speed Internet access and use our complimentary guest laundry service.
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OAK PARK CAMPGROUND 9561 CR8 NW Garfield MN 320.834.2345 www.oakparkcamp.com Oak Park Campground is a great place to camp with your family. It features a swimming pool, large playground, even a softball field. We have large grassy sites with full hookups, water electric or no hookups for tents. Our restrooms and showers are modern and clean, and we also have a basement in the main building in case of inclement weather. We also have a laundry room in the main building. Come see us soon! Bernie and Diana Botner. Email: oakpark@rea-alp.com
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Grayson Anderson, 12, of Alexandria had a great day of fishing on the Rainy River May 3, hauling in his first sturgeon. This 48-inch lunker took nearly 30 minutes to land, and needed just a little coaching from his father, Earl, as well as Joe and Will Hardy.
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Wilma (Willie) Kilker of Evansville had to wait quite a while for a bite while fishing on Devils Lake north of Brandon in 2009, but after moving to the other side of the lake, she got a surprise. I was just casting to be casting when I felt a strike, and then another, said Kilker. I thought it [the fish] just got away, but I could still feel the weight. When I reeled in, I told my granddaughter to get her camera ready. She looked over the side of the pontoon and asked if it was a two-headed fish! I am so glad she had a
camera. I doubt that anyone would have believed it. Now 73 years old, Kilker is still at it. Bass fishing is still what I love to do best, she said.
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AARON Size: 614 acres Depth: 16 feet Features: Shallow with sandy beaches Public access: South end off Lakes Rd. AGNES Size: 137 acres Depth: 31 feet Features: Fishing pier in City Park Public access: City-owned access on southwest end off Agnes Blvd. ANDREW Size: 918 acres Depth: 83 feet Features: Sandy beaches, spring-fed, popular recreational lake Public access: Southeast side off Co. Rd. 28 BLACKWELL Size: 307 acres Depth: 42 feet Public access: East side off Country Ln. BROPHY Size: 293 acres Depth: 44 feet Features: Island, sandy beaches Public access: Northwest shore off Co. Rd. 82 and Brophy Park Rd. BURGEN Size: 174 acres Depth: 43 feet Features: Small, steeply sloped shoreline Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 23 CARLOS Size: 2,598 acres Depth: 163 feet 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 Features: Deep, headwaters of Chippewa River Public access: Northeast corner off Co. Rd. 12 CHRISTINA Size: 3,978 acres Depth: 14 feet Features: Large, shallow Public access: Southwest end off Co. Rd. 82
COWDRY Size: 242 acres Depth: 52 feet Features: Small, clear Public access: Northeast corner off Co. Rd. 82 and E. Lake Cowdry Rd. CROOKED Size: 281 acres Depth: 35 feet Features: Quiet Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 27 DARLING Size: 1,050 acres Depth: 62 feet Features: Water access to chain of lakes Public access: Access by water from Lake Carlos DEVILS Size: 234 acres Depth: 35 feet Features: Springfed, sandy beaches, connects to county park Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 7 and Devils Lake Rd. FREEBORN Size: 248 acres Depth: 18 feet Public access: Northwest side off Co. Rd. 96 GENEVA Size: 640 acres Depth: 63 feet Features: Pier on north end, access to chain of lakes Public access: Northwest side off Hwy. 29 and Southeast side off Hwy. 27 GILBERT Size: 202 acres Depth: 17 feet Features: Quiet Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 7 and Moe Hall Rd.
GRANTS Size: 177 acres Depth: 60 feet Public access: Northwest corner off Co. Rd. 94 HENRY Size: 152 acres Depth: 32 feet Features: Next to City Park Public access: Accessible by water from Lake Agnes IDA Size: 4,427 acres Depth: 106 feet 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 INDIAN Size: 76 acres Depth: 38 feet Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 6 and Indian Lake Rd. IRENE Size: 639 acres Depth: 44 feet Public access: Northwest side off Hwy. 29 and Irene Rd.; southeast side off Co. Rd. 64 LATOKA Size: 753 acres Depth: 108 feet 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. LHOMME DIEU Size: 1,801 acres Depth: 85 feet 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 Features: Shallow, sandy, connects to county park Public access: South shore off Co. Rd. 108 Named for native Americans. LOBSTER Size: 1,329 acres Depth: 65 feet 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 Public access: West side off Co. Rd. 22 MAPLE Size: 831 acres Depth: 78 feet 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 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 Features: Spring-fed, deep, clear Public access: Southeast corner off Hwy. 27 MILTONA Size: 5,724 acres Depth: 105 feet Features: Largest lake in Douglas 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 Public access: North point off Co. Rd. 8 MOON Size: 144 acres Depth: 38 feet Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 82 MOSES Size: 824 acres Depth: 32 feet Features: Clear, sandy Public access: West side off Co. Rd. 16 OSAKIS Size: 6,389 acres Depth: 86 feet 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 Features: Island Public access: North side off State Hwy. 27 POCKET Size: 263 acres Depth: 40 feet Public access: South side off Hwy. 114 and Pocket Lake Rd. RACHEL Size: 442 acres Depth: 65 feet Public access: East shore off Co. Rd. 93 RED ROCK Size: 903 acres Depth: 22 feet Features: Shallow Public access: East side off Shorewood Dr.
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