Open/Lap Swim
2025-08-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-06 06:30 - 07:30, 2025-08-07 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-08 06:30 - 07:30 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

Walking with a Twist
2025-08-05 08:00 - 08:45 UTC | Century School, 501 Helten Ave, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
Walkers that range from beginners all the way to advanced can all get a great workout. We will be working out to DVDs that feature great music and High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Great music pumps up your pace, and HIIT alternates between short bursts of all-out effort and periods of recovery, allowing you to walk a shorter session and blast away as many calories as you would in a longer session. These workouts will last 45 minutes and the time will fly by! Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring water to drink. No street shoes in the workout area, please. This class is suitable for all ages.

Living at Home Caregiver Closet
2025-08-05 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-06 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-07 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.

Explore and Create
2025-08-05 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Park Rapids Area Library, 210 1st St W, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Explore and create through art and science. Activist are designed for 8-18 year olds. Younger children may participate with the help of an adult or older sibling. Some activities are messy, so dress appropriately.

Chess
2025-08-05 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!

Hatha Yoga
2025-08-05 17:15 - 18:15 UTC | Groupworks Wellness, 1003 Hollinger St, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Hatha yoga is known for its 3-5 breath holds in each pose and balancing the body’s energy, leaving yogis feeling relaxed, calm and centered. Each class is intentionally designed and includes asana (movement), pranayama (breath work) and meditation for a well rounded 60 minute yoga practice. Bring your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

Instructor: Emily Boedigheimer, RYT 200
Cosmic Heart Yoga and Wellness, LLC

Let's Go Fishing Bingo
2025-08-05 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Mantrap Valley Conservation, 20115 Jewel Dr, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Join us for a fun-filled Bingo Night to support the Headwaters Chapter of Let’s Go Fishing! Enjoy an evening of games, prizes, and community spirit—all while helping provide meaningful outdoor experiences for seniors, veterans, and youth in our area. Every card played makes a difference!

DJ Bingo
2025-08-05 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! 🍻🎤🎉

Free Senior Coffee Hour
2025-08-06 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

Peer Support Group (Domestic Violence Survivors)
2025-08-06 10:00 - 11:15 UTC | ARCC Community Room, 210 Pleasant Ave SE, Akeley, 56488, United States
Peer Support Group provides domestic violence survivors with the understanding, tools, and resources needed to engage in culturally responsive, trauma informed peer support rooted in fostering mutually supportive relationships that create and sustain trust and safety through those relationships. PSG creates a safe and respectful space where everyone feels comfortable, valued, and heard. It is open to all. Childcare is available upon request.

Jukebox Parade - Hits of the 50's, 60's, & 70's
2025-08-06 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-07 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Jasper’s Theater, 17339 State. Hwy 34, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Jasper’s Theater presents Live Music, Magic, Comedy and dance variety shows! Great family friendly
variety!

Total Body Fitness
2025-08-06 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Groupworks Wellness, 1003 Hollinger St, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
This class is a total body workout which blends barre, pilates, yoga, and strength training all with a continual fat burning flow. Will work on flexibility, mobility and relaxation at the end of the class. This is a 60 minute class. All you need is a small set of dumbbells (2 or 3 pounds) and a yoga mat.

Instructor: Michaela Bagley. These classes are held at GroupWorks Wellness & Recovery, 1003 Hollinger Street, Park Rapids.

Extended Shopping Hours Downtown Park Rapids
2025-08-06 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.

CR Wellness and Health Presentation
2025-08-06 17:30 - 18:30 UTC | Park Rapids High School, 401 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids, Park Rapids, 56470, United States
What our practice does is work with individuals facing many challenging issues:
Individuals Experience Challenging Issues
Helping individuals improve their health will impact all of those around them.
Individuals try to cope with a variety of concerns. Each person is unique, so our team individualizes wellness lifestyle
plans to work with the individual to maximize their health.
Some concerns that individuals may voice:
Weight gain
Belly fat
Digestive concerns
Bloating, constipation, diarrhea, gut pain, colitis, leaky gut
Joint pain
Brain fog
Memory loss
Depression and anxiety
Fatigue
Insomnia
Low libido
Menopausal symptoms
Allergy
High Cholesterol
High Blood pressure
Diabetes type 2
Our team works with individuals to maximize their health and resolve concerns by involving them in the health plan.
This is about individuals reclaiming their health.
Our team helps individuals with lifestyle changes and embraces the future.
Education on nutrition: a personalized plan
Changes implemented to decrease inflammation
Gut health optimization is promoted
Developing movement
Cardio
Stretching
Resistance
Maximizing sleep
Sleep routine
Tools to assist with the promotion of sleep
Normalizing Hormones
Hormone balancing through food changes, sleep, and stress management
Decreasing inflammation in individuals
promotion of antioxidants and nutrition education
Identification of supplements needed for each individual
Vitamin D deficiency
Bone health
Energy
Gut Health
Heart Health and more
Advanced lab testing
Comprehensive lab to identify underlying issues and guide individualized plans.
Health outcomes
Within two weeks, individuals embracing lifestyle changes will see
improved energy, decrease in joint pain, inflammation, and more
Intense Lifestyle Coaching
Availability of the team for support 7 days a week
Involving individuals to promote understanding and commitment
Long term goals set at the start of the lifestyle changes
Short term goals adjusted weekly

Nemeth Art Workshops
2025-08-07 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Nemeth Art Center, 301 Court Ave, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Children s Art Workshops for Grades 8-12 at the Nemeth Art Center

The Nemeth Art Center is offering art-making experiences for children this summer. Held in the main gallery, enjoy art workshops that investigate new materials and techniques. There will be a special exhibition of the children s art at the end of the workshop season. come explore creative expression through art. All materials will be provided.
Instructors: Carol Kral and Suzanne Dinger

Summer Noon Hour Concerts
2025-08-07 12:15 - 12:45 UTC | Calvary Lutheran Church, 112 Park Ave, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
Take a break in the middle of your day and enjoy the sounds of the Noon Hour Concert Series—a curated lineup of live performances featuring local and visiting musicians. Each concert offers a refreshing dose of culture and creativity to energize your afternoon.
June 5 – Emily Kjenaas Mezzo-Soprano
June 12 – Melanie Hanson, Violin & Piano; Michael Hanson, Soprano Saxophone; Rebekah Sundsrud, Cello & Piano
June 19 – Jennie Anderson, Flute; Rebekah Sundsrud, Piano
June 26 – Bemidji Brass Quintet: Kyle Riess, Trumpet; Alyssa Konecne, Trombone; Steve Radley, Bass Trombone; Eve Sumsky, Horn; Craig Swartz, Trumpet
July 3- Brady Kacon: Percussion; Xylophone, Snare, Drum, Drumset, Marimba, Vibraphone & Glockenspiel; Sarah Carlson, Piano
July 10 – North Wind Clarinets: Deane Johnson, Beth Hahn, Vickie Magnuson, Peg Rickert, Sarah Sundeen
July 17 – Sarah Carlson, Piano; Hannah Lewis, Soprano
July 24 – Sarah Kaufenberg, Piano; Luke Helm, Guitar
July 31 – Sage Gonzales, Cello
August 7 – Blake Staines, Baritone Soloist
August 14 – Paul Lawrence, Guitar and Vocal
August 21 – Bob Madeson, Euphonium; Sarah Carlson, Piano; Merideth Klingbeil, Organ
August 28 – Matthew Lorenz, Piano

Living at Home's Afternoon Out
2025-08-07 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.

Drawing Workshop
2025-08-07 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | Nemeth Art Center, 301 Court Ave, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
The Nemeth Art Center is pleased to host a series of drawing sessions. Participants will be encouraged to explore and develop their own personal drawing style. Budding artists from high school through adult are encouraged to attend, no experience is necessary. The first three weeks will focus on still life drawing, and the final week will feature figure drawing from a live clothed model. Drawing boards, paper and Conte pastels will be provided, but participants may also bring their own materials. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and an apron.

Food Truck Alley
2025-08-07 16:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Park Rapids, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
🍔🌮 Food Truck Alley is serving up the flavor this Thursday from 4–8 p.m. right off 3rd and Main in Park Rapids! Come hungry and explore a delicious lineup of local food trucks—perfect before 2nd Street Stage or just for a night out downtown. Good eats, great vibes, and something for everyone!

Water Wars 2025
2025-08-07 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Downtown Park Rapids, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
$30 per team for members and $40 for non-members. Ages 16 and up (4-6 members per team). The first 20 teams to sign up and pay will compete. Clubs, organizations, businesses… everyone is welcome!

2nd Street Stage - Farewell Milwaukee
2025-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | 2nd Street Stage, 201 Main Ave So, Park Rapids, MN, 56470, United States
🎶 Summer Concert Series on 2nd Street! 🌟Join us for a FREE summer concert filled with live music, dancing, and community fun! Bring your family, grab your lawn chairs, and enjoy a night with your community. Say hi to local vendors and unwind with the famous Tap Castle beer garden while the music plays on. Whether you’re tapping your toes or dancing the night away, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this perfect summer evening—see you there! 🌅🎤✨

Backroom Bingo
2025-08-07 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! 🥳

DJ Trivia
2025-08-07 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! 🍺🔥

Two Inlets Trivia
2025-08-07 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!
