Holly Ball 2023
When you join us at Holly Ball this year, plan to explore the sounds, scents and scenery of a magical winter wonderland.
We will gather together to celebrate community and raise much needed funds for cancer and hospice programming and the Central Minnesota Child Advocacy Center.
Itinerary
5 p.m. Social Hour with Signature Cocktails, Silent Auction, Sparkle Station and more!
6 p.m. Seating for Dinner
6:15 p.m. Welcome
6:25 p.m. Gourmet Dinner and Wine
Wishes & More Winter Ball – Cheers to 20 Years!
The Winter Ball is a yearly celebration
Of courageous kids & donor dedication
It seems that in the blink of an eye
Twenty years have already flown by
So here we are ready to look back
At the amazing themes we’ve had in the past
From Cowboys, Cruises and Elvis fakes
To Superheroes and Enchanted Snakes
Wishes & More – Breakfast with Santa 2023
Santa Claus is coming to Alicia’s Latin Cuisine in New Brighton on TWO Saturdays this Holiday Season - December 9th and December 16th for a special Santa Breakfast! Bring the whole family for a morning full of food and drinks, games, face painting and crafts. Santa and his elves will be there to spread holiday cheer for all to hear! Reservations are required! Please call the office at 763-502-1500. Space is very limited & this event sells out quickly! Tables are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is a fundraiser for MN’s Own, Wishes & More.
Wishbone 5K
Start your Thanksgiving off with the right kind of burn! The Wishbone 5K, presented by CentraCare M Physicians Orthopedics, features a 5K run, 2 mile walk, and the El-Jay Plumbing’s “Little Turkey’s” 1K race! This is the perfect way to kick off your holiday plans and inspire family fitness!
The St. Cloud Area Family YMCA will be open during the race for check in and as a great place to warm up. See you out there!
Winter Wonderland Market
'Tis the season to be merry, and what better way to embrace the magic of winter than at our enchanting Winter Wonderland Market? Join us for a delightful weekend of family fun, handcrafted treasures, and holiday cheer that will warm your heart, even on the coldest of days! Event hosted by ZenViva! at Burlington Station.
Veterans Day and Armistice Day
November 11 is known as Veterans Day, but it was originally “Armistice Day” in observance of the end of the Great War, or World War I.
Join Historic Fort Snelling staff for a wreath laying ceremony at the original 1820s Round Tower in observance of Veterans Day and Armistice Day.
Staff will be dressed in WWI era costuming, read a short poem, and conduct a bell ringing.
Trunk or Treat
Dress up in your favorite
costume for Trunk or Treat, a
free community event for all
ages! There will be a costume
contest, free treats, and more
fun activities. This event is
no longer at the parking lot
of Maple Grove Community
Center and has moved to the
vacant grass lot on Weaver
Lake Road & Main Street: 12500 82nd Ave N,
Maple Grove, 55369.
Trick or Treat Downtown Park Rapids
Welcome to the Downtown Park Rapids 2023 Trick or Treat 3:00 - 5:30 PM on Main Street Downtown Park Rapids and Heritage Living Center.
Tinkering After Dark: Robot Date Night
Tinkering is more fun with two!
Bring a partner (romantic or otherwise) to build and customize a robot in our makerspace. Registration includes your choice of robot kit, step-by-step instructions, and expert advice from our educators. Complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic drinks will be provided.