Grades K-2 Get ready for a fun-filled, not-too-spooky Halloween adventure! In this creative class you will explore your imaginations while making festive Halloween crafts. All supplies will be provided. Dress for mess.
Grades 3-6 In this fun and imaginative class, students will create their own air-dry clay monster pots inspired by the artwork of James DeRosso. They will learn hand-building clay techniques, explore texture and expression, and bring their monsters to life with paint and decorations. Then, they’ll design and illustrate their own custom monster trading cards […]
Let's create a community of babies and their families in Park Rapids! Our first Babies Onboard event will be Monday, October 274th at 3:30. This is a special program for families who have had a baby in the last twelve months! Meet the Friends of the Park Rapids Area Library, receive your Baby Bag, have […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for the Coats for the Community Distribution Day! We’re coming together to share warmth this season by providing coats, boots, snow pants, and winter clothing to anyone in need. Stop by, pick up winter items, and help spread kindness in our community. Donations can be dropped off at Citizens National Bank, DeLaHunt Media, […]
Help YESS celebrate their 1st Anniversary of the drop-in center, formerly know as the Youth Outreach Program, and come see our new location, now rebranded as the YESS Youth Center! Enjoy some soup, hot chocolate, and check out our new space!
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for the Fall Bazaar at St. Peter’s Church, located at 305 West 5th St. in Park Rapids, on Saturday, November 22, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Enjoy fresh coffee and rolls starting at 9:00 AM, along with a delicious lunch served from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Admission is free! Browse a […]
Pianist Nate Hance possesses a unique blend of skill, emotional depth, and engaging showmanship. His repertoire includes timeless classics and original compositions, and offers something for everyone, making his concerts a delightful journey through music. With his warm presence and exceptional talent, Nate Hance promises to make a lasting impression on all attendees. Tickets available […]
Kick off the Holiday Season with sparkle and cheer at Walker’s beloved Festival of Lights Celebration! Join us over Thanksgiving weekend for a magical evening of glowing lights, festive music, and joyful moments with family and friends. Come together downtown as we ring in the season in the most dazzling way!
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 […]
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 […]
Dash through the snow (or whatever the weather brings!) at the Reindeer Ramble — a jolly 2-mile fun run for all ages and fitness levels! Wear your antlers, holiday gear, or just your running shoes, and join us for a festive trot filled with cheer, community, and a little cardio. Walk, run, or prance — […]
On Saturdays, Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive on Main Street by sleigh to gather children's Christmas letters from the mailbox in Pioneer Park and then visit with kids at Bella Caffe from 11 AM to 1 PM. (11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20)
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 […]
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!
Grades K-2 Sheila will guide you through the steps to make two different types of handmade tree ornaments out of twigs and or popsicle sticks. Hang it on your tree or in your room for the winter season.
Free will offering and all are welcome! Park Rapids own Classic Chorale will perform their winter concert, Colors of Winter at Calvary Lutheran Church
On Saturdays, Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive on Main Street by sleigh to gather children's Christmas letters from the mailbox in Pioneer Park and then visit with kids at Bella Caffe from 11 AM to 1 PM. (11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/20)
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, […]
Celebrate the season with Santa Day — a magical afternoon of cookies, hot chocolate, and caroling, followed by our tree lighting ceremony and a special visit from Santa himself! Bring the whole family and soak in the holiday spirit — it’s a heartwarming way to kick off the most wonderful time of the year.
