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Books, Burgers & Brews
Books, Burgers & Brews
Join us at the Eagles Club in Brainerd (at 124 Front Street) to discuss The Good Nurse by Charles Graeber. Also available on HOOPLA as an Audiobook and eBook. A selected menu and full bar will be available for purchase at the event. Limited space, free RSVP required by 10/21. See the BBB webpage for…
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Trunk or Treat at Central Lakes College
Trunk or Treat at Central Lakes College
Bring your little monsters, zombies and princesses to our first ever Trunk or Treat event! It’s located in the east parking lot of our Brainerd campus. Free and open to the public! Thanks to The CLC Athletics Department, Community Building Team and Student Life for hosting this event. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd…
Scary Story Readings at Camp Confidence
Scary Story Readings at Camp Confidence
Join us for scary stories from deep in the forest! Fright Level 4/5 (recommended ages 15+) Join us deep in the backwoods of camp for scary stories from the forest! RSVP 218-828-2344 - only 20 spots available! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Halloween Blood Drive – Brainerd Public Library
Halloween Blood Drive – Brainerd Public Library
We're holding our annual Halloween Blood Drive once again this year, on Wednesday, October 30th! Sign up to give here, and make a difference in our community!: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Small, Giftable Works: A Group Exhibition
Small, Giftable Works: A Group Exhibition
The Crossing Arts Gallery is excited to present its first-ever “Small, Giftable Works” group show. We’re kicking off the holiday shopping season with a showcase of six Minnesota artists: Libby Anderson (Hinterland Goods), Mary Bruno (Bruno Press), Karen DeVries hand-dyed goods, Desi Murphy Pottery, Sharon Nordrum (Ricky Tics Arts), and Brian Wolff (Wolff Woodworks). You’re…
Chatty Hour at Coco Moon
Chatty Hour at Coco Moon
Are you looking for a way to connect with others in your community – but in a way that is EASY & ENJOYABLE? We host a weekly event where all backgrounds + generations can meet and connect. Stop by Coco Moon in Brainerd, MN every Wednesday between 12:00 to 1:30 PM for free food, connection,…
Moonlite Bay Meat Raffle & Key Chain Drawing
Moonlite Bay Meat Raffle & Key Chain Drawing
Meat Raffle ticket sales begin at 4 p.m., tickets are drawn at 5:30 and the Key Chain drawing is at 6 p.m. Ask your server for your free key chain and show up each Wednesday evening. If your number is pulled, you win the cash! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Halloween Trivia at CC’s
Halloween Trivia at CC’s
FREE EVENT Two person team Trivia nights at CC’s. This month’s event will feature a Horror Movie themed night. Registration requested with team name. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive
Sign up to donate blood! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Mills Monster Mash
Mills Monster Mash
Join us on Thursday, October 31st, from 3 PM – 5 PM at Mills Honda in Brainerd for some spooky fun! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
4th Annual Dangerously Thrilling Decibels
4th Annual Dangerously Thrilling Decibels
4th Annual Dangerously Thrilling Decibels Event! -Halloween Themed Music -Gigantic Halloween Display -25,000 Pieces of Candy This Halloween, bring you and your trick or treaters to Gregory Park for a one-of-a-kind Halloween display! Goodie bags packed with candy available to everyone, even parents! Family-friendly Halloween music creates a spooky atmosphere, while the gigantic Halloween display…
Sheriff’s Office Halloween Trunk or Treat
Sheriff’s Office Halloween Trunk or Treat
Join the Crow Wing County Sheriff's Office for our Trunk or Treat Event! Trick or treat while enjoying displays from our Recreational Division, Tactical Team, Mounted Patrol, K9 Team, Bomb Team, squad cars and Drone Team. This is a free family event which will take place in the Crow Wing County public parking lot on…
Brainerd Eagles Halloween Trunk or Treat
Brainerd Eagles Halloween Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat event; free hot dogs & candy! We are right next to the police, fire, & sheriff's departments (I'm thinking they will be giving treats away also). All children are welcome. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Trick or Treat at Essentia-St. Joseph’s Hospital
Trick or Treat at Essentia-St. Joseph’s Hospital
Come grab a glow stick and candy bar – as well as a high five from Cricket and volunteers from Sunrise Sertoma on Halloween night! Event runs from 4-7pm in front of Essentia Health-St Joseph’s Medical Center. Brought to you by Essentia Health, Vision Electrical Services and Smiles for Jake. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities…
Trick or Treating at Edgewood Senior Living
Trick or Treating at Edgewood Senior Living
Calling all Pumpkins, Ghosts, and Goblins! Join us for some Spooktacular Trick or Treating in Assisted Living! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Trunk or Treat at Zion Lutheran Church
Trunk or Treat at Zion Lutheran Church
Come and join us in the parking lot for tons of candy and fun! Don’t forget to wear a costume because it’s just better that way! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Food Truck: Rollin’ Dough
Food Truck: Rollin’ Dough
Food truck by Rollin’ Dough at Jack Pine Brewery View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Sip-and-Shop at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Sip-and-Shop at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Kick off the holiday shopping season with a fun sip-and-shop event at The Crossing Arts on Friday, November 1st from 5-7pm. We’re celebrating the opening of “Small, Giftable Works” in the gallery by sipping wine, shopping the new exhibit, chatting with the artists, AND… an event-exclusive letterpress project with Mary Bruno of Bruno Press! With…
Ted Feyder – Live Music at Roundhouse Brewery
Ted Feyder – Live Music at Roundhouse Brewery
Come join us for MN Pint day and listen to some great music by Ted Feyder! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
JJ’s Pub Meat Raffle
JJ’s Pub Meat Raffle
JJ’s Pub Meat Raffle every Friday at 5:30pm View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Singlespeed – Live Music at Jack Pine Brewery
Singlespeed – Live Music at Jack Pine Brewery
Tom and I are dusting off our acoustics and taking the stage at Jackpine Brewery for an evening of good beer and fun times! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Andy Austin – Live Music at Quarterdeck Resort
Andy Austin – Live Music at Quarterdeck Resort
Join us at Quarterdeck Resort Friday, November 1st from 6pm-9pm for live music with the very talented Andy Austin! With almost 25 years of experience, Andy can play it all. It’s like putting your playlist on shuffle – get ready to dance, sing along, or just kick back and hang. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities…
Haunted Hidden Hollows
Haunted Hidden Hollows
Darkness descends upon Paul Bunyan Land in Brainerd. Will you survive the terrors that await? 💀 Face your fears in the haunted maze of nightmares… 😱 Beware of the restless spirits lurking in the shadows… 🔪 And watch your back, because you never know who—or what—might be creeping up on you! Dates and Admissions: www.hidden-hollows.com…
Girls Night Out at Jack’s House
Girls Night Out at Jack’s House
Ladies it’s your turn to have some Fun! Mark your calendar and bring all of your friends for an epic night of Fun and Excitement with our “MOST WANTED TOUR!” Whether you’re celebrating a Birthday, Bachelorette, Divorce, Dirty Thirty or your own Sheer Awesomeness, you don’t want to miss the most exciting ladies night out…
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Brainerd Lakes Area Ski Swap
Brainerd Lakes Area Ski Swap
Used and new equipment for sale. Registration of items to sell starting at 7:30. All unsold items must be picked up by Noon. Cash or checks only. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Gnome Pot – Make & Take Workshop
Gnome Pot – Make & Take Workshop
Join us for a FUN Make n Take creating a Gnome Pot with a succulent for hair. CALL TO SIGN UP 1-218-829-5519 View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
Bingo at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion
Enjoy Bingo every Saturday afternoon at the Crosslake Fifty Lakes American Legion. Bingo begins at 1:30, but arrive early to get a spot, and enjoy lunch from their menu! Pizza, sandwiches and appetizers with full bar service. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Holiday Vendor Fair at Edgewood Senior Living
Holiday Vendor Fair at Edgewood Senior Living
Join us for our Holiday Shopping Fair! View local artists and crafters, and get your holiday shopping complete at our one-stop-shop vendor fair! Enjoy apple cider and cookies. All are welcome. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Tony Williams – Live Music at Quarterdeck Resort
Tony Williams – Live Music at Quarterdeck Resort
Minneapolis-based touring performer Tony Williams is set to return to Quarterdeck Resort in Nisswa on Saturday 11/2 from 6-9pm. His unique mash-ups of songs from all genres and extensive looping style create a really engaging show, sounding like a full band. You can even help determine the night’s set list by sending in song requests…
Nathan Griner – Live Music at Roundhouse Brewery
Nathan Griner – Live Music at Roundhouse Brewery
Come join us and listen to Nathan Griner slap away on his guitar and make some amazing music! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
A Crooked Night at Coco Moon
A Crooked Night at Coco Moon
Join us for a A Night with Crooked County and Mich Maske This Saturday November 2nd Doors open at 7:00pm music starts at 7:30, goes until 9:30pm $5 at the door! Socks and Underwear drive for the Shelter on 7th! COSTUME CONTEST – $50 Gift Card Prize! Come on out and support your local original…
Haunted Hidden Hollows
Haunted Hidden Hollows
Darkness descends upon Paul Bunyan Land in Brainerd. Will you survive the terrors that await? 💀 Face your fears in the haunted maze of nightmares… 😱 Beware of the restless spirits lurking in the shadows… 🔪 And watch your back, because you never know who—or what—might be creeping up on you! Dates and Admissions: www.hidden-hollows.com…
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Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
Meat Raffle at Snarky Loon Brewing
Meat Raffle every Sunday, hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Jack Pine Brewery
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Jack Pine Brewery
Game starts promptly at 6! You don’t have to shuffle or deal! Our volunteer dealers will do all that for you! They will even help you along the way if you’re an up-and-coming player! If they’re slinging ya some good cards, feel free to buy ‘em a pint! Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!!…
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Middle School Studio Tuesdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Middle School Studio Tuesdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Young artists ages 10-14 are invited to join us for a fun art project one Tuesday each month! Summer studio hours are TBD. This event is free to attend! Donations of $10 per student are appreciated but not required. Thank you! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
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Meat Raffle at Lucky’s Tavern
Meat Raffle at Lucky’s Tavern
Meat Raffle from 6PM-8PM! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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High School Studio Thursdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
High School Studio Thursdays at The Crossing Arts Alliance
One Thursday each month, we’ll be hosting a High School Studio night for teens! Come on over to the Crossing Arts after school and do some art! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging
Puerto Rican Themed 4 Course Dinner
Puerto Rican Themed 4 Course Dinner
$60 per person (tax included) Reservations required by Monday, Nov. 4th Menu is posted on our website and Facebook page View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Kuniko Yamamoto @Chalberg Theatre
Kuniko Yamamoto @Chalberg Theatre
Kuniko Yamamoto enchants audiences of every age with dramatic storytelling using myths and fables from ancient and modern Japan, spiced with social revelations to educate and amuse. In Magical Mask, Music and Mime of Japan Kuniko uses traditional Japanese music, handcrafted masks, stylized movement and a touch of magic to create an artistic balance of…
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BHS Play: The Odd Couple and The Odd Couple Female Version
Come watch BHS students perform in the hilarious comedies The Odd Couple and The Odd Couple Female Version! Tickets are $6 for students and seniors and $8 for adults. We are using GoFan to order online tickets now (not Vanco). Cash cannot be used at the door anymore. Performances dates/times are as follows: Friday, November…
Bingo at Lucky’s Tavern
Bingo at Lucky’s Tavern
Bingo from 4PM-5PM every Friday! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Knotty Pine Bakery 5th Birthday
Knotty Pine Bakery 5th Birthday
Join us as we celebrate our 5th Birthday! Enjoy FREE cupcakes as a delightful treat to kick off the festivities—grab yours while supplies last! Enter our exciting prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card and a FREE Annual Pass to our cookie decorating workshops, valued at over $200! Don’t miss our…
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Giveaway
Crossing Arts Creativity Kit Giveaway
Join us on Saturday, November 9, 10 to noon, when we will be giving out creativity kits to anyone who wants a little bit of creative fun. Kits will be available on tables inside of Crossing Arts. Kits include two art projects, a coloring sheet, and more! Creativity Kits are free to the public. Kits…
Sip & Shop at CC’s Bar
Sip & Shop at CC’s Bar
CC’s first annual Sip & Shop Holiday Craft Vendor Shopping Event. Join us for a day of shopping from over 20 vendors showcasing their special talents. This is an excellent opportunity to find the perfect gifts for friends, loved ones and yourself. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Gaucho Gar – Live Music at Yesterday’s Gone
Gaucho Gar – Live Music at Yesterday’s Gone
Gaucho Gar – Behind the Music at Yesterday’s Gone – Sunday November 10. Doors open at 3pm, music starts at 4pm, happy hour 3-4pm! Recorded live for the next CD. Be part of the crowd, part of the recording! Albums and CDs for sale. Specials and giveaways throughout the afternoon. First drink on Gar! View…
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Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Notch 8 Chowhouse & Drinkery
Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament at Notch 8 Chowhouse & Drinkery
Game starts promptly at 6! You don’t have to shuffle or deal! Our volunteer dealers will do all that for you! They will even help you along the way if you’re an up-and-coming player! If they’re slinging ya some good cards, feel free to buy ‘em a pint! Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!…
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Beyond Therapy -A Actors Repertory Theatre Production
Beyond Therapy -A Actors Repertory Theatre Production
A Dark Comedy by Christopher Durang. Directed by: Patrick Spradlin. SUMMARY Bruce and Prudence are deeply into therapy. Prudence’s macho therapist is urging her to be more assertive, while Bruce’s wacky female therapist wants him to meet women by placing a personal ad. She does not fully comprehend that Bruce has a male lover who…
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Cuyuna Lakes Music in the Park
Cuyuna Lakes Music in the Park
Get ready for a summer filled with sensational melodies and unforgettable moments! Join us as we present an enchanting series of musical performances in Crosby Memorial Park. Prepare to be captivated by the following lineup of exceptionally talented musicians brought to you through a generous grant from the Five Wings Arts Council and donations from…
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I Am…He Said – A Neil Diamond Tribute
I Am…He Said – A Neil Diamond Tribute
Celebrate the music of Neil Diamond! I am... He Said "We are saying what HE said,” laughs Matt Vee referring to the one and only Neil Diamond. Matt along with cousins Jeff and Tommy Vee, local music scene veterans and sons of the legendary Bobby Vee, join forces with their family and friends as The…
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Snowman Signboard Workshop
Snowman Signboard Workshop
Our reversible signboards can be painted on both sides with our different season designs. This workshop of the snowman can be painted with a Christmas theme or not-use it all winter long! Bring back your previously painted signboard to paint the Snowman on the other side for a reduced price! Signboards are prepped in advance,…
Live Music @ Cana Wine Bar
Live Music @ Cana Wine Bar
Live Music 6-9pm featuring Blake Lubinus View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Sunday Breakfast at the Brainerd VFW
Sunday Breakfast at the Brainerd VFW
The public is welcome to Breakfast at the Brainerd VFW on the third Sunday of each month from 8 am to noon. Seven menu choices for $10. You can support this veteran organization at 309 South Sixth Street in downtown Brainerd. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Georgia the Reading Dog!
Georgia the Reading Dog!
Sign up to read with Georgia, the library's reading dog! Georgia and her owner Holly will be at the library on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, from 5:30-6:30 PM. Georgia loves to listen to people read to her. Sign up for a 15-minute time slot by calling the library at 218-829-5574 or…
Holiday Wine Tasting
Holiday Wine Tasting
Holiday Wines paired with food plates by Sablan 218 catering. Come for a fun festive night and wear your favorite holiday attire! $55/person with limited space so sign up now! View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Pints for a Purpose: Relationship Safety Alliance
Pints for a Purpose: Relationship Safety Alliance
🍻 Join us for Pints for a Purpose on November 20 at Jack Pine Brewery! 🎉 Enjoy a refreshing pint while supporting Relationship Safety Alliance. $1 from every pint sold will go directly to our nonprofit domestic violence shelter. It's a fantastic way to give back to the community while having a great time. See…
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Women’s Circle
Women’s Circle
Women’s circle is an opportunity for all women to build strong sisterhood and find mutual respect, gain insights and personal growth through shared experiences, honor milestones and find emotional healing in a safe space. Held the 3rd Thursdays from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Aug. 15 – Sacred Sisterhood: Embracing the Diving Feminine Journey Sep. 19 – Equinox…
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JJ’s Pub Meat Raffle
JJ’s Pub Meat Raffle
JJ’s Pub Meat Raffle every Friday at 5:30pm View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Christmas Wreath Paint Along
Christmas Wreath Paint Along
Have fun with brush strokes and beautiful shades of green painting a Christmas Wreath for your walls this year. Try a pastel bow for a retro vibe, or a classic red. (neutral background color option available) Acrylic paint on a square 12×12 canvas. Ages 16+ encouraged $35 Register at the link Ticket Policy: *No refunds…
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Family Skate Night
Family Skate Night
Family Skate Night Hosted by Breezy Point Figure Skating Club Open to the Public! $5 per skater, $20 cap for families Includes- 1 hour of ice time, and rental skates Note: limited rental skate sizes. First come, first serve No hockey sticks, pucks or street shoes allowed on the ice during Family Skate Night. If…
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Smiles for Jake BINGO
Smiles for Jake BINGO
Join our team of volunteers each week at BINGO at The Gas Can View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Thanksgiving Take and Bake
Pre-order required by Sunday, Nov. 24 @12pm Pick up order Wed afternoon or Thursday morning at Sage on Laurel Menu is posted on our website View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Live Music At Snarky Before the Turkey Feast
Live Music At Snarky Before the Turkey Feast
Join Maddy and Danny on night before turkey day. Bring the family out for a good time to make all the memories. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
Live Music @ Cana Wine Bar
Live Music @ Cana Wine Bar
Live Music 6-9pm Featuring Ted Feyder View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Thanksgiving Community Meal
Thanksgiving Community Meal
Brainerd Legion, Eagles, Elks and VFW are hosting a free Thanksgiving Day meal. Sign up at any of the clubs or call 218-829-2249. Delivery is from 9am-10:30am by Brainerd Fire, Brainerd Police, Crow Wing County Sheriff, Baxter Police and MN State Patrol. Pick up is at The Legion 11am-1pm. Donations are appreciated. View more Brainerd MN Events…
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Free Park Day at Crow Wing State Park
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is waiving vehicle permit fees at all 75 state parks and recreation areas on Saturday, April 27. With this year’s unusual weather, it’s good to know there are many winter park activities that don’t require snow or ice, such as birding, winter hiking, nature photography, and having a campfire…
Live Music @ Cana Wine Bar
Live Music @ Cana Wine Bar
Live Music 6-9pm featuring Cullen Brown View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel
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Kids’ Studio Saturday at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Kids’ Studio Saturday at The Crossing Arts Alliance
Bring your young artist to Crossing Arts for Kids’ Studio Saturdays! Each month, we’ll have a kiddo-friendly project in the studio for the creative little ones in your life. Kiddos must be accompanied by an adult. This event is free, though donations of $5-10 per child are appreciated when possible. Donations keep this program running…