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Spring is in the air When I walked through my backyard a few days ago to plant some flower roots I received, I was quite happy to see some greenery already poking through the ground. For one because I didn’t kill them transplanting them last fall, and two, they were the first signs of spring.

After what seemed to me to be an insanely long and cold winter, spring is finally here — and so are the activities around the Detroit Lakes area.

After the success of last year’s community picnic, there will be another, May 12, the start of an annual festival. Everyone and anyone is invited to an afternoon of events and a free picnic that evening. It’s an appreciation picnic for the Detroit Lakes community and those surrounding, and with the help of service organizations, it’s free.

Activities include school presentations, a Becker County Historical Society presentation and the Mosaic Mania project. What started out as a one-time deal last year with Capital for a Day has also continued to grow, involving thousands of students from area school. Their colorful broken glass creations will be on display and ready for auction May 12 at the Pavilion.

The remainder of May is filled with activities including fishing opener, the Festival of Birds, opening of the Farmers Market and more. The month will be capped off with the ninth annual Street Faire at the Lakes.

Always the weekend following Memorial weekend, vendors will line Washington Avenue this year May 30-31. There will be many return booths, and also many new ones. Plus there will be plenty of entertainment featuring local artists such as Tim Eggebraaten and Vincent and the Van-Goes.

Now that spring is finally peeking out, it’s time to get yourself out and get ready for a summer filled with sun and fun.

— Beachin’ Editor Pippi Mayfield

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6. Calendar of events Dennis Winskowski, publisher Pippi Mayfield, magazine editor Viola Anderson, circulation manager Mary Brenk, advertising manager 511 WASHINGTON AVENUE DETROIT LAKES, MN 56501 218.847.3151 www.dl-online.com

Find out where and when all the area upcoming events are happening.

7. Parkfest 2009 After a successful community picnic last year, Detroit Lakes has decided to host another. Free food for everyone.

10. Street Faire The weekend after Memorial Day will have Washington Avenue lined with vendors and entertainment.

12. Mosaic Mania Area students have broken glass and set it together to create fine 4

designs that will be auctioned off at the community picnic.

14. Festival of Birds The annual search for that unattainable bird sighting continues.

There are still openings for the field trips.

24. Fishing opener This year the Department of Natural Resources is offering a new, cheaper license.

25. Avenue of Flags Approaching the 800th flag to fly on Memorial Weekend, the VFW and Legion join forces to honor veterans.

26. Farmers Market There is plenty of fresh grown foods at the Farmers Market, located in the DL City Park.

27. Tamarac Refuge Have a froggin’ good time checking out all the outdoor events, including Friday Night Froggin’, at the Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge.

29. DLCCC Whether it’s swimming, running or lifting weights, the community center has it. Whether it’s Patsy Cline, Buddy Holly or children's theater, the Holmes Theatre has it.

31. Plant, pest clinics The University of Minnesota Extension office is offering plant and pest clinics throughout the summer with some help from Master Gardeners.

31. Casino entertainment From LeAnn Rimes to George Thorogood, Whose Line Is It Anyway to Johny Lang, area casinos have all the entertainment one could ask for. Not to mention some gambling good fun.

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Saturday, May 2 Scuba Medallion Hunt Begins Contact: Tri State Diving, 218-847-4868 Saturday, May 9 Walleye Fishing Opener Mother’s Day Weekend Wine Tasting Event, 5:30 p.m.

Location: The Lodge on Lake Detroit Contact: The Lodge, 218-847-8439 Tuesday, May 12 Mosaic Mania, 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Location: Historic Holmes Theatre Contact: Holmes Theatre, www.dlccc.org Parkfest community picnic Location: DL City Park and Pavilion, 1 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 14 Sunday, May 17 12th Annual Detroit Lakes Festival of Birds Location: MSCTC Friday, May 15 Saturday, May 16 Wild 104.1 Walleye Fishing Extravaganza Location: Ottertail Lake Contact: 800-545-1041 Thursday, May 21 National Active & Retired Federal Employees State Convention Location: Clubhouse Hotel Contact: Virginia Weston, 218-847-6483 Thursday, May 21 Monday, May 25 Avenue of Flags/ Memorial Walk Location: Oak Grove Cemetery Contact: Veteran’s Service Office, 218-846-7312 Saturday, May 23 Bass Fishing Opener 6

Saturday, May 23 Monday, May 25 Memorial Day Weekend Trapshoot Contact: Perry Nodsle, 218-847-7603 Monday, May 25 American Legion Memorial Parade Sunday, May 25 Sunday, September 6 Shady Hollow Flea Market Every Sunday except August 9 Location: 5 miles South of DL On Highway 59 Contact: 218-847-9488 Saturday, May 30 Sunday, May 31 Street Fair Location: Downtown Detroit Lakes Monday, June 1 Sunday, June 7 Hawley Rodeo Fest Week Location: Hawley, MN Contact: Brandi Alm, 218-937-5771 Friday, June 5 Lil Groth Memorial Golf Tournament For Wolf Lake Rescue Squad, 1:00 p.m.

Location: Blueberry Pines Golf Course, Menahga Contact: LeAnn Groth, LeAnn.Groth@gmail.com Friday, June 5 Saturday, June 6 Hawley Rodeo Location: Hawley, MN Contact: Brandi Alm, 218-937-5771 Saturday, June 6 Quake the Lake Power Boat Races Location: In front of Zorbaz in DL Contact: Ross, 701-739-1947 Frazee Rummage Sale and Crazy Daze

Location: Frazee, MN Contact: Frazee Forum, 218-334-3566 Friday, June 12 Father’s Day Weekend Beer Tasting, 5:30 p.m.

Location: The Lodge on Lake Detroit Contact: The Lodge, 218-847-8439

Contact: Aleciam, 218-844-7180 Friday, June 19 Pizza Masterz Golf Tournament Location: Detroit Lakes Country Club Contact: Tom Hanson, 218-847-8932

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Location: The Lodge on Lake Detroit Contact: The Lodge, 218-847-8439

Friday, June 19 Saturday, June 20 Smokin’ Iron Truck and Tractor Pull Location: Ottertail Contact: Terry Wagemann, 367-3092

Friday, June 12 Sunday, June 14 White Earth Pow Wow Contact: Gary, 218-983-3285

Saturday, July 4 Fireworks Display Location: City Beach Contact: 218-847-9202

Saturday, June 13 Audubon Crazy Day Location: Audubon, MN Contact: Jerard, 218-439-6909

Friday, July 10 Sunday, July 19 Northwest Water Carnival Contact: Cara Frank 218-847-3041

Tuesday, June 16 Bremer-Nereson Golf Tournament Benefit for Boys and Girls Club Location: Detroit Lakes Country Club Contact: Pat Peterman, 218-847-5700

Sunday, July 12 Monday, July 13 Phelps Mills Art Festival Contact: Teresa Brause, 218-739-2884

Wednesday, June 17 Saturday, June 20 State Eagles Convention Location: Clubhouse Hotel and Eagles Club Contact: Mary Lee, 218-847-8958 Wednesday, June 17 Sunday, June 21 Perham’s Turtle Fest Location: Perham, MN Contact: Perham Chamber, 218-346-7710 Thursday, June 18 Emmanuel Community Art Event Location: Emmanuel Community

Monday, July 13 Family Jam, 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Location: Detroit Lakes City Park Contact: Paula Boehm, 850-5115 Friday, July 17 Monday, July 20 Ease Otter Tail Country Fair Location: Perham, MN Contact: Al Priebe, 346-2750 Saturday, July 18 St. Mary’s Family Council Party in the Park, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Location: Holy Rosary Center Contact: Al Priebe, 346-2750 Calendar to page 8 MAY 2009

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BRIAN BASHAM/BEACHIN’ ROOM AND FOOD FOR ALL. After last year’s successful community picnic, Mayor Matt Brenk has asked for another. The picnic is free to everyone.

By PIPPI MAYFIELD and COURTNEY SINNER DL Newspapers

After the success of last year’s Capital for a Day community picnic, Detroit Lakes Mayor Matt Brenk decided it needed to be a repeat celebration.

Since it’s no longer the Capital for a Day celebration — that was for last year’s statewide sesquicentennial celebration — organizers were in need of an official name for the potentially annual event.

That’s where the public came in. After a request for submissions, Nick Biermeier was credited with the new name. He submitted DL Mayfest, which got the conversation rolling and the final name of Parkfest decided on.

Another close second was “The People’s Picnic.”

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Many submitted names featured “Summer,” “Community,” “Celebration,” and “Picnic,” but organizers didn’t want to limit the name just to a picnic, and since the picnic is in May, “Summer” didn’t quite fit.

For this year’s celebration, which is Tuesday, May 12, there will be area students giving presentations on the environment, singing and displaying their mosaic masterpieces. There will be yard games for everyone and a hoot and toot for kids to check out an ambulance, patrol car, cherry picker or firetruck.

The entire event runs from 1 to 7:30 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes City Park and Pavilion. At 5 p.m. though, the main event will begin, with presentation of the flags, National Anthem, a welcome by the mayor and a free picnic for everyone at 5:30 p.m. outside the Pavilion.

Several service clubs

throughout the lakes area will serve up hotdogs and chips for citizens. The picnic, and entire day for that matter, is an appreciation for Detroit Lakes citizens and whoever else would like to attend. “(Brenk) wants it to be a free celebration for our community,” organizer Amy Stearns said.

Last year’s Mosaic Mania was such a success, Becky Mitchell of the Historic Holmes Theatre said she got grants and lots of support from businesses to make it a reality once again this year.

“I thought it would be a one shot thing,” she said, but she heard comment after comment long after last year’s pieces had been auctioned off. This year she plans to involve 2,500 kids, with 70-plus windows being made.

The windows will be auc-

tioned off during a silent auction at the community picnic.

The money raised from the silent auction goes to benefit youth programs and outreach projects at the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center.

Yard games for children will include a sand castle contest, face painting and chipping golf balls into a kiddie pool, among others.

A high school baseball game will also take place at Ball Washington Park at 4 p.m.

Stearns said they expect at least 1,500 attendees, but said that number was probably conservative.

A brief concert by a capella group Impulse will cap off the evening.

In the event of inclement weather, all events will move inside to the Pavilion, and children’s games will likely be cancelled.

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Sunday, July 19 74th Annual NW Water Carnival Parade, 1:30 p.m.

Location: Washington Avenue, DL Contact: Cara Frank, 218-847-3041 or 218-841-9533 Wednesday, July 22 Saturday, July 25 10,000 Lakes Festival Location: Soo Pass Ranch Contact: 800-493-3378 or www.10klf.com Thursday, July 23 Sunday, July 26 Becker County Fair Location: Detroit Lakes, MN Contact: Bob Sonnenberg, 218-847-8407 Turkey Days Location: Frazee, MN Contact: Gale Kaas, fforum@loretel.net Saturday, July 25 Pelican Rapids Art in the Park Location: Pelican Rapids, MN Contact: 218-863-1221 Sunday, July 26 31st Annual Arts & Crafts in the Park Location: DL City Park Contact: 218-847-9202 Wednesday, July 29 Saturday, Aug. 1 Becker County Fair Location: Becker County Fairgrounds Contact: Bob Sonnenberg, 218-8476-0933 Friday, July 31 Sunday, Aug. 2 Strawberry Lake Motorcycle Rally Contact: Michael Walther, 218-847-3429 Tuesday, Aug. 4 Crazy Days Location: Downtown Detroit Lakes 8

Contact: 218-847-9202 Thursday, Aug. 6 Saturday, Aug. 8 WE Fest Country Music Festival Location: Soo Pass Ranch, DL Contact: 800-493-3378 or www.wefest.com Saturday, Aug. 8 Sunday, Aug. 9 Pine Point Pow Wow Location: Ponsford, MN Contact: Sway, 218-573-2154 Monday, Aug. 10 Sunday, Aug. 16 Vergas Looney Days Location: Vergas, MN Contact: Ron Goodman, 342-2401 Thursday, Aug. 13 Sunday, Aug. 16 Young Life Triathlon Location: Detroit Lakes Contact: LuAnn Milner, 218-532-2662 Friday, Aug. 28 Monday, Aug. 31 and Friday, Sept. 4 Monday, Sept. 7 Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion Location: Rollag, MN Contact: Jerry Swedberg, 218-937-5404 or www.rollag.com Saturday, Sept. 5 Sunday, Sept. 6 Laddies Loppet Mountain Bike Race Location: Maplelag Contact: 800-654-7711 Saturday, Sept. 12 14th Annual Dick Beardsley Half Marathon & 5K Location: DL City Park Contact: Brent Wolfe, 218-847-4221 or www.dickbeardsleyrun.com Friday, Sept. 18 Saturday, Sept. 19 412 Lakes Chapter of Antique Cars Fall Foliage Tour Contact: Orlo Gilbertson, 218-847-1415

TAYLOR BLANK/BEACHIN’ SETTING SAIL. Minnesota state bird is set in glass for the Mosaic Mania event, which will be auctioned off May 12 at the the community picnic, Parkfest.

MN Women of Today Fall State Convention Location: Clubhouse Hotel Contact: Tanya Hockett, td_hockett@yahoo.com Saturday, Sept. 19 2nd Annual Leather & Leaves Location: DLCCC Contact: 218-847-4221 Saturday, Sept. 26 Tamarac Fall Festival, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Location: Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge Contact: Kelly Black, 218-847-2641 ext. 17 Saturday, Sept. 26 Sunday, Sept. 27 Leaf Days Location: Maplewood State Park Contact: Jeff, 218-863-8383 Saturday, Oct. 3 Damien Home Tour, 12:30-4:00 p.m.

Contact: Gail Grabow, 218-847-3590 Saturday, Oct. 31 Sugar & Spice Craft Fair Location: Frazee Elementary School Contact: Ruth, 218-334-5081

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Location: Holy Rosary Center Contact: Patti Spry, 218-847-1393 Friday, Nov. 27 Sunday, Nov. 29 12th Annual Festival of Trees Location: Frazee Event Center Contact: Gail, Frazee Forum, 334-3566 or fforum@loretel.net Monday, Nov. 30 Santa’s Grand Parade of Lights, 5:30 p.m.

Location: DL City Park Contact: 218-847-9202 Saturday, Dec. 5 Christmas at Emmanuel, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

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BRIAN BASHAM/BEACHIN’ PLENTY TO SEE AND BUY. This is the ninth year for the Street Faire of the Lakes, which continues to grow each year.

By PIPPI MAYFIELD pmayfield@dlnewspapers.com

Over the last nine years, the Street Faire of the Lakes has built a reputation for itself as one that people — vendors and shoppers alike — want to revisit.

“We obviously have a well respected show. We have a quality show,” Dawn Olson said.

The evidence is in the number of vendors and entertainment providers that ask to come back each year, and the new ones that are asking as well.

Credited with planting the idea of a needed street fair, Mary Beth Gilsdorf recruited local help from Olson, Dave Larson and Deb Pratt to organize a street fair. Moving to the area after years of experience with the Fargo street fair, they also recruited Sue Braun for the committee. The five still work together each year to produce the growing Street Faire of the Lakes.

“The chemistry over all these years, we’ve been able to have a 10

quality show. We all bring something to the table,” she said of the core five. “It’s still exciting and fresh.”

The Street Faire of the Lakes is the weekend after Memorial weekend each year. This year it falls on May 30-31.

Vendors “We do have a good mix of things, a lot of interesting things,” Braun said of the vendors who line the streets during the street fair.

While the vendors may sell some of the same products, like jewelry for example, they are new in the sense that the way they are made, or the materials used to make them, are different.

Vendors will offer furniture, mirrored maps with area lakes in them, carved stones that are stacked into designs and patterns, and metal work for the garden.

There will be a chainsaw artist, a barbed wire artist, mosaic tiles, handmade paper collages and caricatures, epoxy fine arts and func-

tional art, among other things.

“It’s very, very impressive and very beautiful,” Braun said.

Stuart Tollefson, Ottertail Oaks Pottery, and Jim Ulmer, Ulmer Pottery, will both be there as well.

New this year is writer and author Judge Mark Munger, who has written a biography on “Pigs, A Trial Lawyer’s Story.”

“It is very interesting literature,” Braun said. “That’s new this year and really different.”

There will be wooden toys for children, stained glass, birdhouses, dried soup and bread mixes, clothing, rugs, fire rings, sand creatures and much more.

Each year the street fair is made up of 60 percent return vendors and 40 percent new.

“We actually really work at that,” Braun said of getting new vendors to the area. “All of us on the committee go around to different shows and collect cards and then we literally pick the ones we like best and send them invitations.

“So, when we get our applications, we’re almost assured we’re going to get really good ones because we’ve scouted them out ahead of time. We’re very fortunate to get some of the artists we’ve gotten.”

The authenticity of the products are held in high regards as well.

“We’re very, very particular about our artists, and try to be conscience of handmade original art.

They have to sign a waiver that their stuff is handmade.”

Food is the same. There is always the steadfast tried and trues, like cheese curds, cotton candy, corn dogs, and fresh cut French fries — but there are some new ones as well. This year is pork chops on a stick.

Fried walleye chunks, fly pig (or pig drummies), cowboy corn poppers, ice cream, Greek salads and pastries and Uffda Tacos are also going to be here.

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BRIAN BASHAM/BEACHIN’ CUT ABOVE THE REST. Although it was meant to be a one-time project, the Mosaic Mania project was so popular it is happening again this year. Area schoolkids created the designs, which will be auctioned off at this year’s community picnic on May 12.

By THRESSA JOHNSON DL Newspapers Any activity that involves children playing with shards of broken glass is usually considered a bad idea. Mosaic Mania has taken that concept and shattered it.

When last year’s Capital of the Day Committee expressed a desire to showcase the region’s continual commitment to the arts, along with the creativity of local youth, Becky Mitchell provided the ideal opportunity. Having worked with a similar project in Ohio before moving to Detroit Lakes, Mitchell, glass artist and Development and Outreach Coordinator at Detroit Lakes Community Center, was instrumental in making the Committee’s wish a reality.

Mitchell spent last spring visiting area classrooms, spending two hours in each, where she worked directly with students to create glass mosaic windows. The windows were sold in a silent auction during last year’s Community Picnic. Now in its second year, Mitchell is thrilled to witness the 12

program’s growth.

“We went into eight schools last year, and this year I’m (working) with 10,” said Mitchell.

Last spring, 15,000 students from grades three through six made individual 5-inch by 5-inch glass tile mosaics. This year, approximately 25,000 kids will participate.

However, the project’s major highlight is its teamwork aspect.

Groups of four or five students at a time join with Mitchell to work on the larger classroom mosaic. Here, hands-on activity meets group discussion.

“We’re working and talking ... they tell me stories from what’s going on in their days,” said Mitchell.

In the group setting, sharing supplies and leaving space for each other’s strengths and weaknesses becomes essential, giving kids the opportunity to learn vital interactive skills while appreciating both the arts and everyone’s own individual brand of creativity.

This year, new patterns will be put to use in the mosaics. They will

still follow the nature and outdoor activity motif used last year. However, the small mosaic that each child makes can be absolutely anything.

“The biggest thing for me is that they’re so proud,” said Mitchell. She has found that seeing the projects come together, and trying to figure out what the more abstract patterns might be, has made her involvement in the program exciting.

Adding together prep work, time in class, and grout work afterwards, a total of 6-8 hours is spent on each mosaic window. But the art, added Mitchell, is truly the kids’ work. “I don’t in any way change them. They really are their designs.”

Another noteworthy aspect of the project, and further evidence of its deep community ties, is the source of the supplies. All of the frames are from old windows, the glass pieces are recycled scraps from companies, and most of the other items needed are donated by or bought at a discount from local businesses.

“The community response was really overwhelming as well,” said Mitchell. After being part of Capital for a Day, many people throughout town requested the project’s return, finding it an ideal event for ushering spring into summer.

“I’m finding this year that the kids [who did the project] last year are liking it even more. Many ask me if I can do it again next year,” said Mitchell, who appears quite enthusiastic at the prospect of continuing Mosaic Mania.

This year’s structure will be very similar to last year’s. The project will conclude with May 12th‘s Community Picnic in the City Park.

Each of the mosaics will be on display inside the Pavilion throughout the day for the silent auction that will run from 5:30 through 7:00 that evening. With activities beginning at 1:00 p.m., the picnic at 5:30, and a free performance by acapella group InPulse after the bidding ends, Mosaic Mania’s culmination is a must-attend event.

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SUBMITTED PHOTO LOOK OVER THERE. Barbara Boyle points out birds to her daughter, Laura, during a Festival of Birds field trip.

By THRESSA JOHNSON DL Newspapers Amongst Detroit Lakes’ lengthy list of attributes is location.

Besides being nestled amongst a multitude of sparkling lakes and picturesque beaches, three major biomes meet surrounding our fair city, making it the ideal spot for hosting the Festival of Birds.

Sitting where coniferous forest, deciduous forest, and tallgrass prairie all meet has made Detroit Lakes the obvious choice for host city of the event, which will hold its 12th annual four-day spread of workshops, speakers, and birding field trips this month.

“It’s really the perfect site to have the festival,” said Kelly Blackledge of Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge’s visitor services. “This is really the only place in the world that these three major biomes come together. It makes Detroit Lakes very unique.“ 14

With hundreds of people attending yearly, Minnesota’s first birding festival has grown to where it is well-known and highly thought of across the United States.

“Birders are very well-connected. They blog, they Twitter, they see something and are on their phones right away telling others about it,” said Blackledge. Because of the network the birding community has formed, the festival’s prominence has increased easily and rapidly.

Each year brings new workshops, speakers, and field trips to the festival, even while holding on to the usual offerings that birders come back to experience each year.

New this year are three field trips, which will show off new bird species.

“We try to find new areas to capture [sightings of] unique birds within all the biomes,” said Blackledge.

This year’s events will focus on shorebirds, which are very difficult

to distinguish among, being quite similar in appearance. There will be a special emphasis on technology, specifically a GPS workshop.

Additionally, the festival will be contributing to Minnesota’s Breeding Bird Atlas, a project the state is currently kicking off. A sort of citizen science project, GPS and other technology will be used throughout the festival to document the breeding birds in the area. This information will be sent in and used in the atlas being constructed.

“We want to emphasize that (the festival) caters to all levels (of birder),” said Chamber of Commerce tourism director Cleone Stewart.

In fact, the first night of events includes opportunities to freshen up on birding skills, ideal for beginners and experts alike before venturing out on one of the event’s field trips. Even those who arrive with merely a pair of binoculars need not fear: there will be experts

on the bus.

“It’s a sharing experience,” added Blackledge. “That’s how you get started.”

“If you’re wondering ‘What on earth is a life list, and how do I get one?’ then we can help,” said Stewart with a smile.

A life list, it turns out, is a checklist of species that birders seek to view over the course of their birding adventures.

“Some people travel the world to check them off. We have a lot checked off during (the festival’s]) trips,” said Stewart.

Over 200 species can be — and have been — spotted during festivals, adding to the area’s appeal for birders.

“We get to see the birds in their breeding plumage. They’re so beautiful,” said Blackledge. “We schedule the birds to come at this time of year,” she added with a smile.

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After Thursday’s initial workshops and events, the field trips begin. The coach buses leave at 5:15 a.m., and the field trips continue “for a good part of the day,” said Stewart, though it varies depending on the trip being taken.

Lunch is provided.

On Friday night, Bob Russell of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will speak on “Shorebird Migrations: Saving the Stopovers.”

Saturday houses many of the festival’s highlights, including free workshops on monarch migration and documenting birdsightings, as well as exhibitors and a silent auction. Items up for bid include plants and nature-themed artwork.

Also, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, in the MSCTC’s conference center, Carrol Henderson of the DNR and Glen Suggett of Manitoba Conservation will introduce North America’s first official international birding trail. The Pine

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“We’re very fortunate in the food vendors we get. We get a lot of duplicates, though, so we have to weed them out. You don’t want to come down and see 20 booths of all hamburgers, you want 20 different things. Plus if it’s all hamburgers, it’s not going to sell.”

Entertainment As with vendors, Olson tries to get a new band each year for entertainment.

Last year it was two bands — Lehto & Wright and Bettina Villamil — and this year it is locals Vincent & The Van-Goes. All will perform Saturday, May 30.

“I get so many CDs from people who want to come,” Olson said.

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to Prairie Birding Trail, Minnesota’s first, will continue on into Canada, adding new sites for birdwatching. Henderson and Suggett were instrumental in the cooperative effort to connect Minnesota and Manitoba through the trail.

Henderson also worked on the initial creation of the Pine to Prairie Trail.

Saturday evening will bring Richard Crossley to the MSCTC. The author and photographer of “The Shorebird Guide” will be available for booksigning beginning at 5:30 p.m., and he will speak at 6:30. The Tamarac Interpretive Association made the event possible. A meal is included.

Many find that the environmental aspect of the festival is as important as the birds. “People on the field trips ask about landscape management, and how to maintain the habitat so that they can come back and see the birds again year after year,” said Blackledge.

For more information, visit the Chamber of Commerce, or go online at www.visitdetroitlakes.com. Registration for events can be done on

www.myspace.com/lehtoandwright As for Villamil, Olson said it was the same thing, wanting to listen to more, and “she has a beautiful voice.” Her music can be heard at www.myspace.com/bettinav.

Of course both can be heard live at the street fair.

New this year are local band members John “Mr. Jack” Hutchinson, Bill “Jazz Sticks” Mohn, Joe Wambach and Corey Bliss, making up the band Vincent & The VanGoes.

“They really are a nice fit for our street fair,” Olson said.

The band is billed as playing “blues, rockabilly, surf and stuff.”

Those three, along with Tim Eggebraaten, will round out the Saturday performances, along with bingo that evening, sponsored by the Eagles Club. That night, beginning at 9 p.m., Fuse will play for the street dance.

“They have a really fun stage presence. They put on a great show,” Olson said.

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SUBMITTED PHOTO BIRD’S EYE VIEW. Richard Crossley, author of “The Shorebird Guide,” is the keynote speaker for Saturday evening during the Festival of Birds. the website, or through the form in the programs that can be found throughout town. Rapid registration is recommended, as events, especially field trips, fill fast. The

acoustic folk duo Patchouli (myspace.com/patchoulispace) and back after a couple years hiatus, Doc & the Scrubs.

All day Saturday and Sunday include Wonder Weavers (www.wonderweavers.com), who are “awesome” storytellers and who have visited the street fair every year since its inception, provide kids art projects, face painting, balloon sculpting and more in the kids’ area, located along Front Street. There will also be barrel train rides for kids all day Saturday and Sunday.

Other Saturday and Sunday acts include Ecuador Manta, pan flute music, and Paul Imholte with his “one man music” strolling entertainment.

“Detroit Lakes is a wonderful community because they really embrace the street fair,” Braun said. “They really welcome them here and they look forward to them, so they (vendors) enjoy being here.”

sign-up deadline is May 8. After that date, anyone still interested should contact the Chamber to inquire about any available spaces.

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from page 12 of time at www.dlccc.org, as well as being on display at sponsoring businesses around town. Area volunteers will place bids for anyone unable to attend the auction. To give a proxy bid, call the Holmes Theatre at 844-7469.

Mosaic Mania is a part of the Historic Holmes Theatre BTD Community Connection series. All money raised from the sale of the mosaics will be put toward children’s programs at the DLCCC, such as after-school fitness sessions and bringing children’s theatre shows to town.

Coming full circle, Mosaic Mania is all about local kids and bringing them an experience in creativity and teamwork.

“The kids enjoy it. There are so many different responses that I get to it. Over and over again from the teachers I hear that it’s a great experience, something that otherwise they’d never get to do,” said Mitchell. “It’s art and it’s all good.”

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Welcome to the Lakes Area!

Whether you’re a first time visitor to the lakes area or a returning guest, you know that two of the more fun things to do on vacation are to shop and to dine. To that end we have a lot to offer! On the next few pages you’ll find some of our favorite and highly recommended stores and restaurants. Also included for your convenience is a brief description of each business and a handy map showing you where they are located.

SHOPPING

THE WASHINGTON SQUARE MALL - located on Washington Avenue offers unique shopping, casual dining, entertainment and services. Great things come in mall packages. Across the street from Washington Square Mall is PRICE’S

FINE JEWELRY. Without a doubt this newly remodeled family owned business is the finest jewelry store in the area. For over 60 years they have offered high quality designer jewelry that is constructed to last a lifetime. Down on the city beach you’ll find LAKESHIRTS. This is where you’ll want to stop to buy your souvenir clothing and gifts. They have a huge assortment of t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other items with lake area logos. They were also the 2007 winner of Favorite Employer in DL. WalMart Pharmacy is conveniently located inside WalMart on Highway 10 West. They offer great prices on all your prescription needs.

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They offer a great selection of wine, beer and spirits at great prices. BOYS AND GIRLS THRIFT STORE –New items arrive daily and you never know what you might find. They are located in their new building on Washington Avenue.

We think you’ll find Detroit Lakes has a great variety of shopping!

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the HOTEL SHOREHAM, established in 1910. They offer guests fine dining in a casual atmosphere and offer the best pan fried walleye imaginable! ZORBAZ ON THE BEACH is the areaz hot zpot! Zorbaz has great pizza, a full Mexican menu and the area’z greatezt zelection of Craft Beerz. They were also the 2007 winner of Bezt Bloody Mary, Bezt Outdoor Dining, and Bezt Night Zpot in Detroit Lakes. Enjoy it all inzide or out with a beautiful view of Little Detroit Lake. LAKESIDE TAVERN also overlooks Little Detroit Lake and offers an outdoor deck, peanut bar and game room.

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If you’re craving fine dining with a view, THE FIRESIDE is the place for you. Located on Big Detroit Lake you can enjoy your meal while watching a breathtaking sunset!

Take a trip back in time with an A&W Root Beernow served at CENEX on Highway 34. This is some of the best fast food you’ve ever tasted with the friendliest service in the

area. MAINSTREET RESTAURANT will be delighted to serve you breakfast or lunch, but the real treat is their homemade pies! In fact they were the 2007 winner of Favorite Pie (Apple) in Detroit Lakes!

They are located in downtown DL. Another option is THE SANDBAR which boasts the largest dance floor around. This is the place for good food and a fun atmosphere with prices that are always reasonable.

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SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2009 Artist Hours 10 am - 6 pm Over 125 artists will be showcasing their work from 10 am until 6 pm on Saturday.

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Free Live Music - all day We will have free live music playing by our food court and beer garden all day.

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BRIAN BASHAM/BEACHIN’ HOOKED ON FISHING. The Department of Natural Resources is offering a new type of fishing license this year, a conservation license, which is less expensive.

By COURTNEY SINNER csinner@dlnewspapers.com As the weather warms and the ice on the lakes goes out, there’s only one thing on many minds: fishing season.

The opener for most species is May 9, but if you haven’t picked up your fishing license for this year, there’s a new option from the Department of Natural Resources – a “conservation license.”

The conservation license, available only to Minnesota residents, is slightly less expensive than a regular fishing license, with the agreement that an angler’s limit is half of that for a normal license.

For example, walleye anglers would normally have a limit of six fish, but with the conservation license, the angler would be limited to three. For odd number limits, the half-limit rounds down, so for northern pike, which has a regular limit of three fish, an angler would only get to keep one.

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eries manager Jim Wolters said the new license may take a while to catch on, and might not be popular this first year until people become educated about it.

In the annual “synopsis” book available at local Departments of Motor Vehicles, or wherever licenses are sold, red arrows point to the latest changes in provisions, rules, and license options, which Wolters said he hopes keeps area anglers informed.

Conservation licenses have been implemented lately in a few other states, and have been available in Canada for some time, he said.

Wolters said the new license will eventually catch on since most people don’t catch their limit anyway.

“Very few people actually catch their limit of walleye, so if they’re not getting their limit anyway, why not buy a conservation license?” he said. “They might now just have the option of paying a little less.”

Still, he said, it’s not going to deter those who want all the fish

they can get.

“You’re still going to have some people that want their 20 sunfish, but I think the sales will go up as people’s awareness goes up,” Wolters said.

Brad Laabs, a local fishing guide who’s been taking anglers out on area lakes for more than 20 years, said since people have become more conservation oriented and catch-and-release fishing has been promoted, more anglers are aware of the options.

That said, he didn’t think the new license would catch on right away, and found it interesting that the license was only available to Minnesota residents.

“My speculation, they believe with the tourism, they’ll want to take more fish with them,” Laabs said. “I think out-of-state fishers aren’t going to be as concerned with limits. A lot of U.S. citizens that cross the border into Canada, they’re there more for experience than for the limit, so I think this might become a test market.”

And, in light of the economic

downturn, both men said it might make a slightly cheaper option more popular.

“It’s probably a good move, with the economy the way it is, it’ll give more people the opportunity to enjoy the sport,” Laabs said.

Similarly, Wolters said, “Now people that didn’t want to pay as much, or didn’t get a license at all before, will go buy one.”

A regular individual fishing license for the season is $17. The individual conservation license is $11. A normal combined license is $25, but the conservation version is $17.

As for whether the fish will be biting on opening weekend, Laabs said with the high waters and chilly temperatures, he thought we were a week to 10 days behind the typical season.

“Lakes have different personalities and they kind of turn on and off, and can change from year to year,” he said. “Depending on what happens with weather, we’ll see how things shape up for the opening.”

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Avenue of Flags

BRIAN BASHAM/BEACHIN’ HANGING OF THE FLAGS. Members of the Frazee wrestling team help put up the Avenue of Flags each year.

By THRESSA JOHNSON DL Newspapers

The first American flag was sewn over 230 years ago.

Eighteen years ago, the VFW and the American Legion joined together in respect of that flag and the men and women who have served it.

The Avenue of Flags began with 40 flags donated by the families of 40 veterans, in recognition of all that they gave to their country. Today, Oak Grove Cemetery is rapidly approaching the 800-flag mark.

The flags are flown on both Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day in the cemetery, where everyone is welcome to walk or drive through.

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through Memorial Day, and then we take them down Tuesday,” said Dave Coalwell, Commander of VFW Post 1676. “We guard the flags from dusk to dawn. Someone is there through the whole process.”

Each flagpole wears the name of the veteran it was donated in memory of. Some poles house as many as five names.

“The project keeps growing — they’re running out of room,” said Coalwell.

Oak Grove is certainly a moving sight when lined with rows of waving red, white and blue. This Memorial Day, take a walk down the Avenue of Flags and give veterans the remembrance and appreciation they deserve.

BRIAN BASHAM/BEACHIN’ HANGING OF THE FLAGS. Nearly 800 flags are hung throughout Oak Grove Cemetery for the annual celebration of Memorial Day’s Avenue of Flags.

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BRIAN BASHAM/BEACHIN’ FRESH GOODS. The Breadsmith stand is a popular one at the Farmers Market. The Fargo business offers a variety of breads each week.

By COURTNEY SINNER csinner@dlnewspapers.com

‘Tis the season for farming, and for organic farmers in the area, it also means the beginning of the Detroit Lakes Farmer’s Market.

This year’s summertime bounty, it’s 11th year in the area, will kick off May 23 and continue through October. Vendors will fill City Park every Tuesday and Saturday through summer from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Farmers Market Board President Ryan Pesch, who operates his own organic farm, said early spring will feature seedlings for visitors to start planting their own home gardens, as well as spring greens, lettuce, herbs, kale, kohlrabi and asparagus.

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Throughout the season, though, baked goods, arts and crafts, honey and maple syrup will be available.

During the high season, Pesch said there will be around 20 vendors, averaging around 15. In early spring and late fall, though, it tapers off.

“It waxes and wanes depending on how much is there and what’s going on,” Pesch said of the number of vendors. “Sometimes DL has so many events, since we’re always in City Park and that’s where they have lots of events.”

Nevertheless, the popularity of the Farmer’s Market has grown exponentially in the last five years, Pesch said.

“We certainly increased the number of vendors by 40 to 50 percent, and we certainly have seen an increase especially in last three to four years in the number of customers,” Pesch said. “Every year it gets better.”

In fact, he said, sometimes the vendors simply can’t bring enough produce to satiate the customers’ appetites.

“It often becomes something of a supply issue. They’ll come late and a lot of stuff is gone,” he said. “We all come with as much as we can, but we can’t always supply enough.”

The reason for the spike in favor? Pesch said it could be the many recent food scares, and that more people want to get to know their growers.

“If you buy it directly from the grower, you can ask them about practices, and people feel more connected in certain ways,” he said. “Most people

buy their groceries in stores the size of airplane hangers, and there’s no personality to it.”

Besides that, he said, it’s just a “healthy lifestyle thing,” that people are starting to pay more attention to how their food is produced and it’s sustainability.

And, he said, don’t be afraid of price tags — most stuff is comparable to grocery store prices, unless it’s something that you simply wouldn’t find at a grocery store, like heirloom tomatoes or yellow wax beans.

Look for highlights this summer at the Farmer’s Market, including the return of their chef’s demo, in the style of the popular Food Network program, “Iron Chef.”

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Tamarac Refuge

PHOTO BY TOM GUYLA SIGNS OF SPRING. The unfortunately named, but beautiful, spring wildflower bloodrot is one of Tamarac’s earliest blooming wildflowers.

Awaken your soul with a symphony of color and sound as Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge comes to life. Listen to the songs of birds as they prepare to nest. Walk along the trails and inhale the scent of spring wildflowers. Experience Tamarac and capture those memories during this ephemeral time of year.

To increase your chances of seeing wildlife, take a drive on the Blackbird Auto Tour Route. This five mile drive follows the edges of lakes, marshes and meadows. If you feel inclined to exercise, hike the 2 mile long Old Indian Hiking Trail and experience the beauty of the maple basswood forest.

Wildlife Watching Here at Tamarac, wildlife is left undisturbed as they perform the mating rituals of spring. Portions of the refuge are closed to the public during this crucial time, but many viewing opportunities still exist. The most optimum times for viewing wildlife occur around sunrise and sunset. But sometimes even an afternoon visit can be rewarding to the quiet, watchful observer.

Fishing Try your luck in one of our five lakes open to fishing.

There are many varieties of fish to be caught including crappie, walleye, sunfish, northern pike and bass. A fishing map and regulations can be obtained at the refuge information kiosks or the visitor center.

answers! We are eager to help you make the most of your visit. Check out our interactive exhibits and learn about the diverse habitats which support Tamarac’s many species of wildlife. Learn about the historical use of the refuge including that of the Ojibwe Indians and the European settlers. Be sure to view our large screen presentation entitled: “Tamarac: Its Life and Legends.” Before you leave, browse in the Tamarac Bookshop. Proceeds from sales support educational programs at the refuge. The visitor center is located 9 miles north of Hwy 34. Visitor center hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Visitor Center If you’ve got questions, our enthusiastic staff has

Guided Tours, Sunday Movies and Presentations.

Refuge tours will be offered

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every Thursday June through August from 10 am to noon.

Wildlife films, special programs or activities will be offered every Sunday at 2 p.m.

Special Presentations and Activities Friday, May 29, Friday Night Frogging 8-10 p.m.

Become part of the tradition!

Join a Tamarac park ranger for a night of frogging. Identify frogs by their calls while learning about their natural history and significance to the ecosystem. Meet at the visitor center. Bring a flashlight and boots or shoes that can get wet. We’ll tromp through a marsh and get a close up look at some of these cool green critters.

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from page 27 Oh Pioneers! 1-4 p.m.

Take a journey into Tamarac’s past. Before the refuge was established, this landscape was extensively settled. Who were these folks? Where did they live and how did they survive in this wilderness? Learn about their significance to the refuge and more! Meet at the visitor center for a presentation and then caravan to several post-colonial historical sites. Wear sturdy shoes (some walking on uneven ground) and bring your stories to tell!

Sunday, June 21, 2 p.m.

Dragonfly Dreams and Butterfly Kisses Join local favorite, John Weber for an intriguing look into the secret world of dragonflies and butterflies. Enjoy beautiful photography along with a short walk to observe these creatures in the wild. Learn about their fascinating lifestyles and their significance in the balance of nature.

Sunday Movies 2 p.m.

May 31, Planet Earth Series– From Pole to Pole – From African herds migrating hundreds of miles in search of water to desperate animal hunts, Pole to Pole examines how the seasons produce the greatest spectacles on Earth.

Emmy Award winner! 55 min June 7, Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring – Carson’s book Silent Spring exposed the unregulated use of pesticides including DDT; sparking a revolution in environmental policy. Become inspired by one of the world’s foremost leaders in conservation. 55 min.

May is for Morels!

Did you know that Minnesota has a state mushroom? You might ask how a fungus could qualify for such a high honor.

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America has a home here in the North Woods. It is during the month of May that folks in this area head out to their secret places in search of this elusive treat.

What exactly are mushrooms? Mushrooms are the fruit of fungi. Fungi are not plants. They are classified in a kingdom all by themselves.

But like plants they produce fruit which harbors the reproductive structures called spores. Picking a mushroom is like picking an apple from a tree. The mysterious part about mushrooms is that we don’t see the “tree.” That vegetative part or mycelium which carries on all the processes necessary for life is hiding within the soil, leaf litter and wood. The cap of the mushroom is generally the top of the mushroom. It can come in many shapes and colors. In the case of the morel, its cap resembles a cone shaped sponge pitted like a honeycomb; thus the common names sponge mushroom and honeycomb morel. Most mushrooms have gills underneath the cap which hold the spores. The gills radiate from the center of the mushroom and look like pages in a book. The morel is not a gilled mushroom but has pits and ridges which contain the spores. The stem of the mushroom serves the singular purpose of exposing the cap into the air allowing the spores to be released.

Mushrooms depend on water for survival. In fact mushrooms are 90 % water.

So it makes sense that mushrooms are found during the rainy months of spring and fall. In the case of the morel, ample rain plus warm temperatures are necessary. Once the morels come up, individuals will last several days to a week while the entire season may last up to 4 weeks. Good places to hunt for morels include old apple orchards, rich wooded areas, and floodplains near rivers. The soil near dead elms may provide

PHOTO BY DOMINIQUE BRAUD QUALITY FUNGUS. The morel mushroom is just one fancy fungus growing in Tamarac Refuge.

the most fertile ground for morels.

There are over 20 species of morels and if you’re a morel connoisseur, you know they all have their own special taste. A few of the common names include Yellow, Black and White. All species are edible.

When collecting, make sure you cut the mushroom from the base leaving that all important mycelium intact. All morels have hollow stapes or stems. Cut the mushroom in half. If it is not hollow, it is a false morel which can be poisonous. Gather your mushrooms in wicker basket or onion sack. This allows for air circulation keeping the mushrooms fresh. Collecting this way also allows the spores to be released into the woods as you walk along.

There are many ways in which to savor the flavor of

your successful treasure hunt. Some folks like to sauté morels in butter and spices, others may prefer to stuff and bake them. From sauces to soups, there’s a recipe to fit everyone’s liking.

Hunting for morels can be an enjoyable way to usher in spring. Mushroom gathering is one of the many recreational activities offered at Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge.

However it is only allowed in the visitor use area south of Hwy 26.Please stop by the visitor center for a map of those areas open for gathering mushrooms.

If you are new to mushrooming, educate yourself. Get a good field guide, attend a workshop and bring along an experienced mushroomer. The Minnesota Mycological Society has a great website: minnesota mushrooms.org MAY 2009

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SUBMITTED PHOTO MUSIC CAMP. Students are invited to participate in a vocal camp this summer with the a cappella group InPulse.

Whether you’re a guest to the area, hosting family or friends or just looking for a fun way to spend a summer day, the Detroit Lakes Community and Cultural Center is sure to have something right up your alley!

The Historic Holmes Theatre is a beautifully renovated 837-seat performing arts center providing music, dance, theater and visual arts for the residents of Detroit Lakes and surrounding communities. The theatre brings local, regional, national and international performances to the Detroit Lakes area.

Take a trip down memory lane with “The Music of Patsy Cline” performed by Cassie and the Bobs on Thursday, June 18 at 7:30 pm. They’ll fill the theatre with the extraordinary songs of Patsy Cline performed the way you remember them.

Area students are invited to participate in the week long Missoula Children Theatre workshops June 22 - 26. This MAY 2009

year’s show, “Beauty Lou and the Country Beast” is a quirky twist to the classic Beauty and the Beast tale and will feature 50-60 area students. Shows are Friday, June 26, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 27, at 10:30 a.m.

Students are also invited to join in a summer vocal camp with the a cappella group “InPulse” Monday, June 29 – Wednesday, July 1. Youth will work hands on with the guys from InPulse on singing and vocal percussion techniques used in contemporary a cappella. The camp will culminate in a public performance with InPulse on Wednesday, July 1 at 7:30 pm.

On Friday, July 17 at 8:00 pm, the theatre will rock with a tribute to two of America’s biggest rock and roll icons – Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison.

With musical accompaniment provided by “The Shadows”, Lewy Ronken (“Buddy Holly”) and Wayne Luchau (“Roy Orbi-

son”) will entertain you all night long with a show in the theatre and a dance to follow in the Holmes Ballroom.

Tuesdays in the Park are back each Tuesday night at 7 p.m. from June 2 – August 25.

These free concerts feature some of the best area talent in the newly restored bandshell in the City Park and are a perfect excuse (if one is even needed) to get outside and enjoy a beautiful setting and great music.

Of course, stay tuned for announcements mid-summer about the Holmes Theatre’s 2009-10 season featuring an incredible mix of regional, national and international acts.

Watch www.dlccc.org for new shows and events!

Fitness Center If it’s fitness and recreation you’re looking for, the DLCCC’s state-of-the art fitness and aquatic center is the place! It’s also a fun way to spend a rainy summer day.

With hundreds of pieces of weight equipment, 40 cardio machines, an eight-lane pool, a three-lane running track, two basketball courts, two racquetball courts, a 140 foot waterslide, a youth climbing wall and an indoor golf range, our stateof-the art fitness and aquatic center has become “the center” for fitness and fun.

Day passes are available as well as annual and month-tomonth memberships. Also, check out our group exercise classes, free for Premier Plus members and day pass users.

Premier members pay just $3.

New participants are always welcome! Download a class schedule at www.dlccc.org.

Our summer programs for both youth and adults are open to both members and non-members!

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from page 29 Session II: June 22-July 2 Session III: July 6-July 16 Monday-Thursday for 2 weeks Lessons available at the DLCCC and the DL High School. Levels, times and prices vary.

Summer Evening Otters June 9-July 2 Tuesdays and Thursdays Parent/Child, 6-6:30 p.m.

Puddle Jumpers, 6-6:30 p.m.

Levels 1, 3 & 5, 6:30-7:15 p.m.

Levels 2, 4 & 6, 7:15-8 p.m.

Summer Group Lesson Prices $23 Premier Plus, $25 Premier, $32 Non-Member *$5 additional charge for registrations received less than 4 days prior to lesson start date Private and semi-private lessons Our one-to-one and small group lessons are on your schedule and will help you reach your specific goals including improved speed, endurance, strength and confidence. Private and semi-private lessons offer a comforting setting.

Semi-privates are a great idea if you want to pair up with a group of friends for a lesson.

Youth programs Summer Dive Camp Join high school diving coach Bobbi Jo Koons.

Session I: 6th-12th grade, June 1-July 1, Monday- Thursday, from 4:006:00 p.m. (Thurs. classes end at 5:30 PM) Premier Plus $30, Premier, $35, Non-Member $42 Session II: 3rd-5th grade, July 13-July 30, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. (Thurs. classes end at 5:30 PM) Premier Plus $20, Premier $23, Non-Member $30 Summer Sunfish Swim Team Monday-Thursday, May 4-July 23, 4:00-5:00 PM (some groups 30

until 5:30). Morning swim times begin June 2 Along with instilling the values of sportsmanship and teamwork, Sunfish offers numerous health and wellness benefits.

Contact Kim at Ext. 108.

DLCCC Summer day camp For youth entering grades K-5, Monday-Friday, 7:45 a.m.-5:30 p.m. June 1-August 28 (excluding holidays) Youth T-ball (Ages 5 and 6) The focus of this 8-week league is to have fun and learn the basics of T-Ball. The evening time allows for parents to watch and possibly volunteer to coach their children.

Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m., June 3-July 22 Rossman Baseball Fields, Cost: $15

SUBMITTED PHOTOS LOOK ALIKE. Cassie and the Bobs, above, will perform “The Music of Patsy Cline” June 18 at the Historic Holmes Theatre. Below, Missoula Children’s Theatre will put a twist on tradition with “Beauty Lou and the Country Beast” June 22-26.

Minor League (Ages 7-8. Boys and Girls) Mondays, June 1-July 20, practice at 6:00 PM, games at 7:00 PM, fields vary, Cost: $15 Major League (Ages 9-10) Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 2-July 23, games at 7:00 PM, fields vary, Cost: $20 Little League (Ages 11-12) Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 17-July 23, games at 7:00 PM, fields vary, Cost: $30 Girls Softball (3rd/4th and 5th/6th) Wednesdays, June 3-July 22, practice at 6:00 PM, games at 7:00 PM, softball fields, Cost: $15 Mighty Strikers Soccer Tiny Tikes: Ages 3-6, Big Beans: Ages 7-12; Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 9-July 9, 5:30-6:30 PM, Rotary Soccer Park, Cost: $35 Youth Tennis Monday-Thursdays Session I: June 15-June 18 Session II: June 22-June 25 Session III: July 13-July 16 Ages and times vary, Rec. Tennis Courts, Cost: $32

FREE Phil Hansen Football Kids Kamp Wednesday, July 29, Ages: 5-9, 4:00-6:00 PM, Ages: 10-13, 6:00-8:00 PM, High School Football Field, Cost: Free Adult programs Adult Tennis Lessons Mondays, June 8-June 29, 6:007:30 PM, Rec. Tennis Courts, Cost: $27 Premier Plus, $30 Premier, $33 Non-member DLCCC Running-Training Program Wednesdays, June 24- Septem-

ber 9, 6:00 AM, DLCCC, Cost: $55 Premier Plus, $60 Premier, $65 Non-member Masters Swim Classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-6:45 AM Summer Session I: June 2July 2 Summer Session II: July 7August 6 Cost one day per week: $23 Premier Plus/$25 Premier/$32 Non-member Cost two days per week: $40 Premier Plus/$45 Premier/$55 Non-member MAY 2009

Casino Entertainment Shooting Star Casino, Mahnomen Shooting Star Casino, Hotel and Event Center is owned and operated by the White Earth Nation. Located in Mahnomen, Shooting Star is the northlands home to casino gaming action, including slots, Poker, Blackjack, Bingo and more. The casino includes four restaurants that range from casual to elegant. The attached hotel includes suite accommodations and a large atrium with pool and hot tub. Enjoy a soothing treatment at Sereniitee, the fullservice spa at Shooting Star.

Upcoming events: Howie Mandel Friday, May 8, at 8 p.m.

Tickets on sale now Josh Gracin Friday, May 22, at 8 p.m.

Tickets on sale now LeAnn Rimes Thursday, June 6, at 8 p.m.

Tickets on sale now Charley Pride Friday, Aug. 1, at 8 p.m.

Tickets on sale May 11 George Jones Thursday, June 25, at 8 p.m.

Tickets on sale May 25

Northern Lights Casino & Hotel Northern Lights Casino is owned and operated by the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe.

The facility, which opened in May of 2001, is located four miles south of Walker. The casino, with its non-stop gaming action, adds round-theclock fun for every grownup visiting the area. Besides gaming action, Northern Lights Casino is home to some of the best and biggest promotions and giveaways anywhere.

Upcoming events: Queensryche Sunday, May 3, at 7 p.m.

Don McLean Sunday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m.

Billy Squier Saturday and Sunday, June 27 & 28, at 7 p.m.

Kentucky Headhunters and Confederate Railroad Saturday, July 11, at 7:30 p.m.

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Friday and Saturday, July 31Aug. 1, at 7 p.m.

Call 877-LIGHTS-9 for tickets.

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Grand Casino, Mille Lacs The Mille Lacs Band opened Grand Casino Mille Lacs and Grand Casino Hinckley in 1991 and 1992, creating thousands of jobs and generating revenues that benefit the Band, its nearly 3,600 members, and its non-Indian neighbors. Today, Grand Casino Mille Lacs and Grand Casino Hinckley are nationally recognized as leading gaming and entertainment destination resorts, with comfortable hotels, first-class restaurants and headline entertainment acts.

Upcoming events: Tracy Byrd Thursday and Friday, May 7-8 Brett Michaels Friday, May 29

Grand Casino, Hinckley Upcoming events: Sara Evans Friday, May 29, 8 p.m.

John Kay & Steppenwolf Saturday, July 11, 8 p.m.

George Thorogood & the Destroyers, Johny Lang Friday, Aug. 21, 8 p.m.

For tickets & information call 1-800-325-6825, ext. 488.

For tickets to any Shooting Star event, call 800-3137469.

With summer upon us, so come the many questions about trees, shrubs, home gardens and lawns. To help answer your questions and provide helpful ideas, the Becker County Extension Service features Plant & Pest/and Gardening Clinics every Monday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon in the Extension Office. Clinics start Monday, May 1, and conclude Monday, Sept. 28.

There is no charge, so plan to take advantage of the Plant

Dakota Magic Casino & Hotel Besides the gaming and hotel, which includes eight tworoom suites and some luxury rooms with king-size beds and jacuzzis in the rooms as well, Dakota Magic’s Dakota Wind Golf Course in open for business as well. This 27-hole course will surely test your golf game. Dakota Winds is a versatile course for all levels.

It covers 165 acres, covering over 6950 yards from the back tees and 5200 yards for the front tees. Dakota Winds was designed and constructed by Joel Goldstrand, a skilled and recognized golf course architect who has designed numerous courses in the states of Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, South Dakota, and North Dakota. Dakota Magic is situated on the North Dakota/South Dakota Border (Exit 1 off Interstate 29).

& Pest Gardening Clinics. The Becker County Extension Office is located in the Becker County Human Services Building (3rd Level) 712 Minnesota Ave. P.O. Box 1617 Detroit Lakes, 218-846-7328 (Ext. 7105).

Plant & Pest Clinics are 9 a.m. to noon May 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 26, 29; June 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29; July 2, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 27, 31; August 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31; September 4, 8, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28.

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from page 26 and produce, and they’re on the spot to come up with dishes,” Pesch explained.

Last year, they had one on a Tuesday in the City Park bandshell and about 100 people showed up – this year, they’re planning two Saturday dates.

Pesch and the rest of the board are also planning their customer appreciation day, and a monthly newsletter, available at a new general information stand.

Upcoming events: The Beach Boys Thursday and Friday, May 78, 8 p.m.

Charley Pride Friday and Saturday, July 2425, 8 p.m.

Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.

Finally, Pesch said, they’re looking for someone to take the post of Market Manager, a person to oversee the day-today market activities. The person would get paid a stipend, he said. Anyone interested should contact Pesch at home: 218-342-2619.

“Mainly because the market has really grown, and up until this point, it had just been vendors as volunteers trying to make it work, but it’s a really good sign that we actually need someone,” he said.

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