The Heartland Lakes Community Calendar

Print Making 101
2025-10-11 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Learn the complete process of transforming your own images into bold, screen-printed designs — from preparing and manipulating photos, to creating print-ready artwork, to printing your finished piece. This hands-on workshop covers every step, including how to choose the right image, adjust it for high-contrast printing, and transfer it to a screen. Then, you’ll head to the press to bring your design to life on paper or fabric. Perfect for artists, makers, and beginners alike — all materials provided.

Jack-o-Lantern - Youth Line and Wash Watercolor
2025-10-15 15:15 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Grades 3-6

Creativity shines in these relaxed & beginner friendly classes. Lily shows how to combine simple ink drawings with watercolor techniques to create spectacular handmade projects.

Autumn Birches in Watercolor
2025-10-15 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Open to ages 16 and up
Create a beautiful fall birch landscape in watercolor! In this class, students will explore essential watercolor techniques while painting an 8×10 autumn scene. This is perfect for beginners and those with some experience.
Material fee of $25 is payable to the instructor at class.

Art Bites
2025-10-16 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-11-20 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-12-18 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-01-15 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Enjoy light lunch & lively conversation as we explore a variety of art styles, techniques & creative practices. Whether you’re an artist, an art lover, or just curious, this is your chance to get inspired, connect with others & even hear special guest artists discuss their craft.

Open Mic Nights
2025-10-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Your voice. Your stage. Show us what you got! Open Mic Night at the Armory Main Stage– Where the spotlight is yours. Big stage. Your moment! Doors open at 6, show starts at 7. Free admission! $5 Donations are encouraged and welcome!!

Fall Festival
2025-10-18 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Long Lake Theater and Event Center, 12183 Beacon Road, Hubbard, MN, 56470, United States
Celebrate the magic of autumn at the Long Lake Theater Fall Festival – a fun-filled day for all ages! Wander through our vibrant vendor fair, sample delicious recipes at the chili cookoff, and cozy up for free movie screenings in our historic theater.
Get creative in our pumpkin carving contest, take a scenic ride on our festive hayrides, and discover what the season has in store for you with live fortune telling!
Whether you’re here for the food, the fun, or the fall vibes, there’s something for everyone. Bring your family, your friends, and your love for all things autumn – we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Falliday's Craft Show 2025
2025-10-25 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
At Falliday’s Craft & Vendors Events, we specialize in organizing and hosting craft and vendor events in Northern Minnesota. Our team of expert planners and organizers work closely with vendors and crafters to curate unique and memorable events that showcase their products and services. We offer a range of packages that can be customized to suit your needs, so whether you are a crafter or a vendor, we have got you covered.

Print Making 102
2025-10-25 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States

Acorn Box - Youth Painting Pottery
2025-11-04 15:15 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Grades 2-6
Kids love these classes! Now is the time to have them make something for someone special. All the pottery, glazes and general supplies needed are included. After class, the projects return with the instructor to the studio to be fired. About 7-10 days later the projects, individually bagged, are returned to Community Ed. You will be notified by email when they have arrived and you can pick them up.

Stoneware Charcuterie Tray Pottery Painting
2025-11-04 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
You will have an option between several projects at each class. All the pottery, glazes and general supplies needed are included. After class, the projects return with the instructor to the studio to be fired. About 7-10 days later the projects, individually bagged, are returned to community Ed. You will be notified by email when they have arrived and you can pick them up.
*Children are welcome to attend with an adult.

Paper Flower Making with Leona Rogers
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Paper Flower Making with Leona Rogers
Learn the art of creating stunning, lifelike blooms from premium Russian and Italian crepe paper. Under the guidance of artist Leona Rogers, you’ll shape, sculpt, and color paper into flowers so beautiful they could fool Mother Nature herself. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike — all materials provided

Autumn Birch Tree Landscape - Watercolor Painting
2025-11-15 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Park Rapids High School, 401 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
In this sophisticated workshop, you will master techniques to capture the transparent layers and glowing colors characteristic of fall foliage and birch bark texture. Learn how to blend warm autumn hues and create the distinctive white trunks with wet-on-wet washes, and fine detailing with finishing touches. This class is designed for artists looking to deepen their watercolor skills while appreciating the serene elegance of birch trees in a vibrant autumn setting. Whether you are an intermediate painter or advanced watercolorist, you will leave with a completed landscape that showcases the crisp light and subtle complexities of autumn birches. Join us to refine your technique and bring the magic of fall to life on your palette. All supplies will be provided for you to complete a 12 x 16 painting. Please bring a hair dryer and food for lunch.
This workshop is sponsored in part by a grant from the Minnesota Arts Fund in cooperation with the Legacy and Clean Water Act.

Countdown to Santa Plaque - Youth Painting Pottery
2025-11-24 15:15 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States

Stoneware Soup Crock Pottery Painting
2025-11-24 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States

A (very good) Christmas Carol
2025-11-28 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
A clever, meta-theatrical take on Dickens, created by Jeffrey Nolan and Hawken Paul. This version features two orphan characters, Edmund and Martin, who humorously recreate A Christmas Carol. It’s praised for its witty spirit and heartfelt warmth, capturing Dickens’s essence with what one reviewer called genius storytelling:
“They have told Dickens’s classic story hilariously but without losing the spirit of the immortal work.”

Park Theater's North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!) PLANES TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES and THE SHOP AROUND THE CORNER
2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Park Theater, 107 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Park Theater’s North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!)
Films: PLANES TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES and THE SHOP AROUND THE CORNER
Tickets are free with a non-perishable food donation for the Food Shelf
Nov 29 at 2pm
Kick off the holiday season with a film from the Naughty or Nice List! Fun for children and adults!
Sponsored by: Josh’s Collision Center, Eastside Christian Church, Arvig, Wellness Matters, Good Life, Real Friendly Voiceover, Park Rapids Family Dental, Park Theater’s Film Presentation Society, plus more community donors. Tickets are free with a donation to the Food Shelf (pre-booking seats at http://www.parktheater.mn is recommended).

Classic Chorale - Colors of Winter
2025-12-05 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-12-07 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Calvary Lutheran Church, 112 Park Ave, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Free will offering and all are welcome! Park Rapids own Classic Chorale will perform their winter concert, Colors of Winter at Calvary Lutheran Church

Park Theater's North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!) ELF and FATMAN
2025-12-06 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Park Theater, 107 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Park Theater’s North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!)
Films: ELF and FATMAN
Tickets are free with a non-perishable food donation for the Food Shelf
Dec 6 at 2pm
Kick off the holiday season with a film from the Naughty or Nice List! Fun for children and adults!
Sponsored by: Josh’s Collision Center, Eastside Christian Church, Arvig, Wellness Matters, Citizens National Bank, Scooter’s, plus more community donors.Tickets are free with a donation to the Food Shelf (pre-booking seats at http://www.parktheater.mn is recommended).

Wood Ornaments
2025-12-09 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Unwind and let your creativity flow as you craft these one-of-a-kind wood ornaments. They can be simple, rustic pieces or intricately designed and personalized items, offering a warm, natural touch to holiday decor. Bring a small bottle of wood glue & a handheld pruner. We will be making 6-8 ornaments during class time.

A Magical Medora Christmas 2025
2025-12-11 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Park Rapids High School, 401 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
This award-winning show has proven to be a popular Christmas tradition for thousands of people across the region. The cast is filled with talented musicians and vocalists from across the United States and special acts adding family-friendly humor, tricks, and magic to complete the show. The tour visits 25 communities in North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, and Minnesota, beginning on November 28 and ending on December 22. Presented by Bill Sorensen Productions

Park Theater's North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!) THE POLAR EXPRESS and RARE EXPORTS
2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Park Theater, 107 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Park Theater’s North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!)
Films: THE POLAR EXPRESS and RARE EXPORTS
Tickets are free with a non-perishable food donation for the Food Shelf
Dec 13 at 2pm
Kick off the holiday season with a film from the Naughty or Nice List! Fun for children and adults!
Sponsored by: Josh’s Collision Center, Eastside Christian Church, Arvig, Wellness Matters, Citizens National Bank, Scooter’s, plus more community donors.Tickets are free with a donation to the Food Shelf (pre-booking seats at http://www.parktheater.mn is recommended).

Park Theater's North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!) THE GRINCH and NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION
2025-12-20 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Park Theater, 107 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Park Theater’s North-by-North Pole Film Festival (FREE Matinees!)
Films: THE GRINCH and NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION
Tickets are free with a non-perishable food donation for the Food Shelf
Dec 20 at 2pm
Kick off the holiday season with a film from the Naughty or Nice List! Fun for children and adults!
Sponsored by: Josh’s Collision Center, Eastside Christian Church, Arvig, Wellness Matters, Citizens National Bank, Scooter’s, plus more community donors. Tickets are free with a donation to the Food Shelf (pre-booking seats at http://www.parktheater.mn is recommended).

Knit-Flicks - THE HOLIDAY
2025-12-27 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Park Theater, 107 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
KNIT-FLICKS
Film: THE HOLIDAY
Dec 27 at 2pm
Tickets are free!
Work on your knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or other non-messy craft projects (no glue/no glitter!) in a relaxed theater setting with the house lights bright enough to see & polite chit-chat allowed. Tickets are free (but pre-booking seats at http://www.parktheater.mn is recommended).

Ring in the new year with Harry and Sally at Park Theater - WHEN HARRY MET SALLY - Special NYE Screening!
2025-12-31 22:30 - 2026-01-01 00:30 (America/New_York) | Park Theater, 107 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Ring in the new year with Harry and Sally at Park Theater as we watch WHEN HARRY MET SALLY on Wednesday Dec 31st at 10:30pm!

Paint with Nate
2026-01-05 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Armory Arts & Events Center, 203 Park Ave. South, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Create your own masterpiece. Unleash your inner artist in a fun, stress-free creative adventure with master instructor Nate. His easy-to-follow classes are perfect for any skill level—no experience necessary. Sign up today and discover the joy of painting!
