**Tours full for 2021, waitlist registration list closed**
By the middle of October, the refuge typically hosts thousands of cranes that roost overnight in refuge wetlands, and then fly out to area croplands to forage during the day. Join us for a free guided tour of their roosting area on the refuge!
This class is similar to the beginning Sami bracelet class where pewter thread (nickel free alloy with 4% silver) is braided, but an added twist is the addition of sterling silver beads in groups of three. The braid has reindeer hide sewn at both ends along with a leather clasp and reindeer horn button. All materials and tools are provided. Additional bracelet kits are available for purchase. If needed bring magnification for this close hand work.
Join us for the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, the "Coolest Celebration on Earth" since 1886. It is the oldest winter festival in the United States!
The Winter Carnival continues to bring family-friendly events and community pride to Saint Paul and the Twin Cities metro area.
Dozens of free events, both traditional favorites and new attractions, will entertain those of all ages. Most events take place in downtown Saint Paul, in and around Rice Park and Landmark Center, as well as at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
Raise your heels - and a toast!
Get your green on and dash through Hermantown! This festive 4K brings you right to the party with LIVE music and tasty beverages. All the action happens in Hermantown Square including an entertainment tent! Welcome to the 1st of 3 KP Challenge races!
Early Entry Fee*: $30 adult, $10 youth.
Participant Swag: A commemorative Saint Fennessy 4K winter hat, knit gloves and a post-run beverage at McKenzie’s.
Post-Race PARTY: 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Rustic Mamma's Market has welcomed well over 2,000 shoppers through its doors during our Owatonna markets. What started as a personal passion of the Mammas and creative outlet for founders, Wendy & Julee has supported more than 200 small businesses.
Market attendees are sure to find the best collection of vintage and handmade vendors from across the country selling all things chippy, rusty, vintage and handmade. From live music to the best local food trucks, shoppers will be inspired while browsing over 100,000 square feet of vintage and handmade treasures.
Running of the Meatballs is a unique and hilarious downhill race of thousands of “meatballs” (brown painted golf balls). It is not only fun to watch but an important fundraiser for the museum’s ongoing historic building renovation projects. Tickets are $5 apiece or $20 for 5 and can be purchased in the gift shop or from a roaming ticket seller before the race that starts shortly before the Taco Daze parade. The meatballs are released and roll wildly down Oakhill Road into the chute. Prizes are awarded to the first 10 balls down the hill as well as the last one.
The 2023 Runnin' in the Ruff has been postponed. Follow the City of Milaca Facebook or check their website (cityofmilaca.org/ritr) for the most up-to-date information.
The annual Runnin' in the Ruff is a long-standing annual trail run that follows strikingly scenic trails over hills & ridges along the picturesque Rum River. There are two distances: a 2 mile run/walk and a 10k.
Join us on Saturday, May 23, 2020 for the annual Run for the Lake 5k benefiting the Big Sandy Lake Association.
For fans of Fleetwood Mac or anyone who simply loves melodic rock 'n' roll, this remarkable show returns to CDT after numerous sold-out engagements is an absolute must-see. Singer-songwriter Pamela McNeill has compiled a song list of Fleetwood Mac's most well-loved songs delivered impeccably by a nine-piece ensemble of gifted musicians that is truly inspired. By the end of this show you’re guaranteed to be on your feet. Soak up hits including: "Rhiannon," "You Make Lovin' Fun," Don't Stop Thinkin' About Tomorrow," "Gypsy," "Tusk," "Little Lies," "Sara" and many, many more.
