The Heartland Lakes Community Calendar

Camp Emmaus Christkindlmarkt
2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Emmaus, 14248 374th Street, Menahga, 56464, United States
Celebrate the spirit of the season at the Camp Emmaus Christkindlmarkt! Enjoy a day filled with homemade gifts, crafts, and music, along with freshly baked goodies, delicious food, and plenty of winter fun for all ages. Whether you’re shopping for unique holiday treasures, savoring tasty treats, or joining in joyful recreation, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Park Rapids Farmers' HOLIDAY Market
2025-12-13 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Join us for holiday festivities at the American Legion. Many of your favorite vendors from our summer market plus lots of holiday cheer!

Karaoke
2025-12-12 19:00 - 23:00 UTC | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Step into the spotlight and sing your heart out at Karaoke Night! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love belting out your favorite tunes, this is your chance to shine. Bring your friends, pick your favorite songs, and let the good vibes flow. With a lively atmosphere, plenty of laughs, and a playlist packed with hits, it’s guaranteed to be a night to remember. 🎵 No experience required—just a love for music and fun!

A Christmas Carol
2025-12-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Long Lake Theater and Event Center, 12183 Beacon Road, Hubbard, MN, 56470, United States
Reserve your seats to get into the holiday spirit with beautiful music and this unforgettable story!
Ebenezer Scrooge declines Christmas dinner with the family, opting to be alone on this frosty winter night. His heart being as cold as his home, is challenged to warm up as the ghosts of
Christmas Past, Present & Future take him on a musical journey of his own life. Awakening his spirit brings a joyous new day in this classic, cherished Dickens tale.

Storytime
2025-12-12 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Park Rapids Area Library, 210 1st St W, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Join us for stories and activities for children and the adults who care for them!

Find Me Fridays featuring Libby the Library Elf
2025-12-12 09:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Park Rapids Area Library, 210 1st St W, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Kids LOVE looking for Libby! Is she on a shelf? On a stack of books? On a bookcase? Stop by the Park Rapids Area Library on Fridays in December and try to find our friend. Every successful search earns a treat!

Open/Lap Swim
2025-12-12 06:30 - 07:30, 2025-12-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-10 06:30 - 07:30, 2025-12-08 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Park Rapids High School, 401 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Open Swim and Lap Swim through Park Rapids Community Ed. No Swimming on Holidays
Open Swim: Is available for ages 7 and older. Younger students can swim if an adult is in the water with him/her. Please come dressed in your suit, bring your towel and goggles (if you want) and be ready for some fun! You are encouraged to come dressed in your suit but the locker rooms will be available. Pre-registration is required. Must register by Wed. before open swim. There is no charge for children ages 2 and under. https://www.parkrapidscomed.com/insight/registry/classinfo.asp?courseID=7056&catID=791
Lap Swim: Bring your suit and a towel. Enter through door W7. Locker rooms are available. Please sign up in the deep end on dry erase board for a lane. Maximum of three people per lane. Punch cards only, not to be left at the pool. To purchase a card, please call Community Education at 218-237-6600. No cash at the pool, no daily walk in rate. https://www.parkrapidscomed.com/insight/registry/classinfo.asp?courseID=7055&catID=791

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

Two Inlets Trivia
2025-12-11 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Two Inlets Country Store, 55735 County Highway 44, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Gather your team and come hungry for PIZZA!
ANYTHING GOES!
Thursdays @ 7:30
Team Maximum: 6 peeps
$50 to the winning team + special prizes!
& Guest Bartender!

Christmas in the Round
2025-12-11 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Faithbridge Church, 1505 Park Ave., Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Join us for an intimate evening of songs and stories with Mark Schultz and Aaron Shust and special guests Todd Tilghman (season 18 winner of The Voice) and Presence Music. Multiple ticket options are available at thriveproductionsgroup.com/events/. Tickets will be $10.00 more the day of the concert. Doors open at 6:15 pm.

DJ Trivia
2025-12-11 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Zorbaz, 22036 County 7, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Thursday nights just got a whole lot more fun! DJ Trivia kicks off at 7 PM, so grab your crew and put your knowledge to the test! Fun questions, great music, and tons of laughs! Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for the fun, there’s a spot for you at the table. See ya Thursday at 7 PM—let’s get quizzical! 🍺🔥

Backroom Bingo
2025-12-11 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Grab your lucky charms and join us for a night of excitement, laughter, and prizes! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time player, Bingo is the perfect way to bring friends and family together. Let the numbers roll and the fun begin! 🥳

Living at Home's Afternoon Out
2025-12-11 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Afternoon Out is a social opportunity for individuals experiencing memory loss, their Caregivers, Partners, Family, and Friends. We engage in music and other fun activities in a safe and supportive environment. Afternoon Out is free, and takes place every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, except when a holiday falls on a Thursday.
Please complete an initial pre-registration by calling Living at Home at 218-732-3137. While we appreciate knowing how many to expect, we welcome you anytime. For respite situations, please call ahead to notify us.
Weather Closings: If Park Rapids Schools have a late start, early out, or are closed due to bad weather, all Living at Home Activates will be cancelled! We will make announcements on the Living at Home Facebook Page and on the local radio.

Living at Home Caregiver Closet
2025-12-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-09 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
The Caregiver Closet is a resource available to caregivers and veterans in Park Rapids and the surrounding areas.
The items provided by the Caregiver Closet include durable medical equipment, both reusable medical supplies and one-time use supplies. The items are offered free of charge, with the expectation that the items will be returned to the Caregiver Closet (if they are reusable) when they are no longer needed, so they can be redistributed.
The Caregiver Closet can include, at any given time, canes, walkers, commodes, shower benches, crutches, hospital beds, lift chairs, Hoyer lifts, and so much more. All equipment is clean and ready to go in “as is” condition.
Equipment and supply use are free. Donations are tax deductible.

Adult Volleyball
2025-12-10 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Join us for a rousing volleyball match! This course is geared for volleyball players with some previous experience, not beginning players. Must be 18 or older. Teams are formed based on who comes to play each night. Knee pads recommended – please bring your own.

Volleyball is held on Wednesdays beginning September 3 from 7-10 pm at the Century Middle School Gym.
There will be no volleyball on Nov. 26 & Dec. 24 & 31. Pay $1 per time to the facilitator.

Extended Shopping Hours Downtown Park Rapids
2025-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Park Rapids, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
To facilitate local and tourist shopping, several of the downtown businesses have agreed to stay open later than usual on Wednesdays. You may remember that this happens during Christmas time for several stores, and several local businesses have decided to extend their hours starting in June and running through the end of December.
Each business can choose to remain open, and the availability of stores will vary based on staffing. Participating stores will stay open later, some until 7 PM.

Beagle TED (Topics Explored & Discussed) Book Group
2025-12-10 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Beagle and Wolf Books & Bindery, 112 3rd Street West, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
This book group goes beyond the pages! Each month, we dive into books that challenge perspectives and inspire discussion, covering themes like social issues, philosophy, history, and more. If you love deep conversations and new ideas, this is the club for you! Check our website for this month’s book: https://beagleandwolf.com/bookgroups.html
Our book groups are open, free of charge, and you’re welcome to join us whenever you’re able. We ask that you purchase your books from us. Mention they’re for book group and we’ll give you a 10% discount on each book. (Unfortunately, this discount is not available on any books purchased online from us.)

Free Senior Coffee Hour
2025-12-10 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Living at Home of the Park Rapids Area invites you to join us for Free Senior Coffee Hour

DJ Bingo
2025-12-09 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Zorbaz, 22036 County 7, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Tuesday nights just got way more fun! DJ Bingo kicks off at 7 PM, and it’s totally FREE to play—so why not grab your crew and join in?💰 Win big! We’ve got a progressive cash prize up to $300 and Zorbaz Gift Cards for regular Bingo wins! 🎵 It’s bingo, but with a beat! Expect good vibes and a whole lot of fun. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome! Don’t miss out—come play, dance, and win every Tuesday at 7 PM! See ya there! 🍻🎤🎉

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.

Bubbles & Bling Holiday Wine Tasting at Necce's
2025-12-09 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Necce’s Ristorante, 311 Main Ave. S, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Get into the holiday party mood with Bubbles and Bling! $35/ticket for sampling 5 wines perfect for holiday hosting and a complimentary appetizer.
The Jeweler of the North (Steve & Cathy Hahn) are presenting some lucky guests with two gorgeous prizes; A custom pendant designed by apprentice Jordan Rasmussen & Steve Hahn! The pendant is a 14K white gold A-Frame style with .90 carat lab grown diamond centered above a 4.16 carat blue topaz on s 14K gold chain ! This retails for $3695 The second piece is a pair of .75 carat lab grown diamond studs! Plus lots of other giveaways

Chess
2025-12-09 12:30 - 15:00 UTC | Living at Home, 218 Industrial Park Rd, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Living at Home invites players of all levels to join them for weekly chess! Come join a vibrant community!

Coffee Talks – National Drunk /Drugged Driving Prevention Month
2025-12-09 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Northwoods Bank, 1200 1ST ST E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Please join us! Coffee Talks takes place monthly, with themed discussions led by local leaders / experts. There will be a short presentation followed by an opportunity to ask questions and participate in conversation. Bring your lunch and enjoy a casual, engaging atmosphere. All events are held from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm in the Basement Community Room at Northwoods Bank in Park Rapids MN. All are welcome.
*Certificate of attendance will be provided that include learning objectives from the speaker.
December 9th
National Drunk /Drugged Driving Prevention Month
Speaker: Panel consisting of Law Enforcement, District Attorney, Probation, Insurance

Coffee with Veterans
2025-12-09 08:00 - 10:30 UTC | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Join us every first Tuesday of the month for Coffee with Veterans, a casual, welcoming gathering where Hubbard County Veteran Service Officers and community members can connect, learn about services available, and enjoy a warm cup of coffee together.

Bar Bingo
2025-12-08 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | Park Rapids American Legion, 900 1st St E, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Looking for a fun and exciting way to spend your evening? Look no further! Bingo Night is here, and it’s packed with laughter, community, and amazing prizes waiting to be won. Bring your friends, bring your family, or just bring yourself—everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a seasoned player or trying Bingo for the first time, you’re in for a great time.
