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7 EVENTS CALENDAR 8 A CITY-WIDE SUMMER CELEBRATION: OTTER FEST 2014 12 BLAST FROM THE PAST .Area man has impressive horse-drawn carriage collection 15 EAST OTTER TAIL RESORTS GUIDE 18 THE PLACE WHERE ST. URHO WAS (POSSIBLY) BURIED Celebrate Finnish culture at the Finn Creek Folk Festival 20 A COMMUNITY CARNIVAL EVENT
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Puppet Pageant Friday, August 15th @ 7PM, outdoors behind the Cultural Center. Everyone welcome to participate in the workshops from August 4-15, including kids and adults
Anne Sawyer-Aitch is providing artistic direction in this year’s Puppet Pageant. This is Anne’s 4th year with the Pageant. Opportunities abound for creative people of all sorts to help produce and/or participate in the annual large scale Puppet Pageant. As has been the case since 2011, this original play is drawn from the Finnish national epic poem, the Kalevala. The Pageant brings a major thread of the cultural heritage of the region into a contemporary drama each year. In 2013, that story included a Lund boat, 8-feet-tall stiltwalking Star Bears, and a hero mouse who saved the day. This year’s Puppet Pageant will be held Friday, August 15th, immediately following the annual Mills Corn Feed, at approximately 7:00pm. Thanks to the NYM Civic and Commerce Association for their generous financial support of the annual Pageant. Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 10 am-5 pm; Saturday: 10 am-3 pm www.think-off.org • www.kulcher.org, call 218-385-3339, e-mail info@kulcher.org
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A LITTLE BIT VINTAGE, A WHOLE LOT OF COUNTRY Pioneer Fest is back and under new management A little bit vintage and a lot of country describes this year’s Pioneer Fest, coming up on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 11 a.m. to midnight at Pioneer Park in Perham. Now under new management by the History, Arts and Cultural Association of East Otter Tail County, the festival is being revived and refreshed with input from the public. The popular evening concert and dance established in years past will continue this year. The lineup will feature the headlining Dan Brekke Band. Brekke, a young rising star featured at Jasper’s Theatre in Park Rapids, is a stomping good time, rousing crowds with his lively version of “Orange Blossom Special.” Oakland After Hours, by Jeff Oakland of New York Mills will open the evening. Other musical guests will entertain when the indoor/outdoor beer garden opens at the Grandview Ballroom at 5 p.m. Daytime activities between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. will include a tractor pull and antique tractor show, classic cars and a vintage and antique doll sale, bake sale and beer stand. Families are invited to bring their dogs along during the day to explore the 25-acre park and have a picnic. “Fun, free activities, especially those where you can bring your dog, are getting hard to find,” said Darla Ellingson, CEO of the History, Arts and Cultural Association. “We’ll have free outdoor games like bean bags and Frisbee; you can bring a picnic, or buy
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Pioneer Fest's evening concert features Dan Brekke Band, pickin’ and fiddlin’ country music. Opening music will be provided by Oakland After Hours, starting at 5 p.m.
Have a daytime picnic with your pooch at Pioneer Park on Aug. 16. Food, beer, special sales and a tractor pull will all be on site.
Pioneer Fest is held at the historic Pioneer Village just north of Perham. The village is home to historic buildings and artifacts, including the Westby House, an authentic settler’s cabin.
lunch here.” The Lakes Country Mountaineers will be having their annual rendezvous campout next door, and guests of Pioneer Fest are welcome to view black powder shooting demonstrations throughout the day. “Many people have asked about our rumored antique doll sale,” said Ellingson. “It will take place inside the café building starting at 11 a.m. Everything is priced to sell below our researched value, so collectors will want to come early. Bargain hunters – check later in the day for additional discounts.” Outside alcohol is not allowed in the park. Dogs should be kept on a leash and away from tractors, and owners will be expected to clean up after them. Dogs are not allowed in buildings, on black powder shooting grounds or in the evening beer garden. There will be stations where participants can give input on future festivals and activities at Pioneer Park. With community input, organizers hope Pioneer
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Fest will grow again in future years. Daytime activities at Pioneer Fest 2014 have free admission. A $5 donation is requested for admission to the evening concert, dance and beer garden. Hot dogs, snacks, dessert, pop, beer and wine coolers will be available for sale during the day, and barbequed brats, burgers and snacks will be for sale in the evening, along with a full bar. For more information, contact Darla Ellingson at hacaeotc@gmail.com or 346-7678. To get there: Go north on County Road 8 out of Perham. Pioneer Village is one mile north of downtown, and encompasses 25 scenic acres. Signs will indicate the free parking area and festival entrance. The village includes historic buildings and artifacts including Westby House, an authentic settler’s cabin.
Black Powder shooting demonstrations will be going on during Pioneer Fest free of charge.
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EVENTS CALENDAR
*Dates are subject to change
October:
August:
Every Wednesday in Perham: Perham International Turtle Races. Registration begins at 10 a.m. Races start at 10:30 a.m. For more information, contact the Perham Chamber at 218-346-7710 1 – Tuffy Nelson Golf Classic at Perham Lakeside Golf Course 2 –Fly-In Air and Car Show, at Perham Municipal Airport; pancake breakfast, aerobatic show, free plane rides for kids, drawings, auto show, aircraft exhibit, food vendors and more 3 – St. Lawrence Church Annual Summer Polka Mass 7-9 – Crazy Days, in Perham 8-9 – Otter Fest, in Ottertail 9 – Pippi Longstocking, by the Pied Piper Players Children’s Theatre of Perham, at Perham High School Auditorium at 7 p.m. 12 – Author Rhoda Fochs, at the History Museum in Perham at 6 p.m. 15 – Perham Classic Cruise-In 16 – Pioneer Fest, at Pioneer Village in Perham 16 – Vining Watermelon Day 15 – Corn Feed and Puppet Pageant, in New York Mills 17 – Cal Miller Bike Race, at Zorbaz in Perham 23-24 – Finn Creek Folk Festival, near New York Mills 29-Sept. 1 – Labor Day Sidewalk Sales, in downtown Perham
11 - Ladies Night Out, at The Cactus in Perham 17 – Perham Classic Cruise-In 19 – Ottertail Pumpkin Festival Date TBD – Halloween Party, at the Cultural Center in New York Mills and Mills Lanes
November:
1 – Annual FOCUS Christmas Plus Bazaar, at the Perham Area Community Center 1-2 – Day of the Dead celebration, at the Cultural Center in New York Mills 6 – Christmas Bake Shoppe, at Calvary Lutheran Church from 9-11 a.m. 21 – Bunco Tournament, at The Cactus in Perham 21 – 4th Annual Community Carnival, in New York Mills 28 – Perham Parade of Lights, on Main Street at dusk
September: 6 – Perham Ladies Charity Golf Tournament Date TBD – Pumpkin Patch, in New York Mills Date TBD – Polka Daze, in Ottertail 19 – Perham Classic Cruise-In
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A CITY-WIDE SUMMER CELEBRATION: OTTER FEST 2014 ERIC HENDRICKX EHENDRICKX@PERHAMFOCUS.COM Otter Fest is back for its annual city-wide celebration in the town of Ottertail. This year’s festival kicks off Friday, Aug. 8 and continues with an all day and night of fun on Saturday, Aug. 9. Many of the staple attractions from past Otter Fest weekends are back, along with some new features. Most of these new activities will benefit local communities and youth.
Friday night is the big Ottertail Demo Derby, beginning at 7 p.m. The derby is sponsored by the Ottertail Rod and Gun Club and will have vendors with food and beverages for sale. Otter Fest T-shirts and other memorabilia will be sold during this time, as well. Saturday is jam-packed with events from morning until night’s end. The morning kicks off with a pancake breakfast sponsored by the Ottertail Lions Club. Following the breakfast is the start of the new 2014 Otter Fest 5k run. Benefits from the run will go to cancer research. Upon completion of the run will be the fan favorites – a
Clowns and acrobats are always a popular attraction at the Otter Fest parade.
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The Otter Fest parade is known for featuring a lot of tractors, of all ages, sizes, makes and models.
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Kids love to play games and watch the parade at Otter Fest.
car show at 10 a.m., and then a parade at 11. A carnival, consisting of food vendors, inflatables for the kids, games, and a dunk tank, will begin at 11:30 a.m. The dunk tank, new this year, is sponsored by the Ottertail Business Association. Proceeds will be used toward $500 scholarships for students in Battle Lake, Henning, New York Mills and Perham. The Ottertail Stage plays host to numerous musical performances at this year’s Otter Fest, to keep fans entertained all afternoon. Also on Saturday afternoon will be the children’s bike rodeo. This will be a short obstacle course for kids to navigate on their bicycles. Entries in the bike rodeo are automatically registered for the drawing of a new bike. Kids will also get their
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bikes safety-checked, along with a certificate of completion. Once you find yourself working up an appetite, head to the community dinner, which will include the popular corn feed. The evening festivities then begin with the Erhard Hills Band taking center stage after dinner. The band is scheduled to play into the night, taking an intermission during the scheduled fireworks at dust. Following the fireworks, the band will finish their set with a few more songs to end out the night. The President of the Ottertail Business Association, Ron Grobek, emphasized that “There will be plenty of fun for all ages,” and said the association members “are happy to be able to give back to the communities and students in the Ottertail area.”
OTTER FEST 2014 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, Aug. 8 7 p.m.: Demo derby Saturday, Aug. 9 7:30-11 a.m.: Pancake feed at the Ottertail Community Center 8 a.m.: 5k Run; $25 entry fee with proceeds going to cancer research 10 a.m.: Car show 11 a.m.: Parade with Grand Marshall 11:30 a.m.: Carnival begins 1 p.m.: Bingo, in the Community Center. 1:30 p.m.: Kids’ games in the Ottertail City Park across from the fire station 2-5 p.m.: Live entertainments on the Ottertail Stage; numerous acts and musical performances 5 p.m.: Community dinner and corn feed 6:30 p.m.: Free street dance; music by Erhard Hills Band Dusk: Fireworks sponsored by the Ottertail Lions Club followed by final set of Erhard Hills Band
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
Area man has impressive horse-drawn carriage collection LINA BELAR FOR THE FOCUS Clark Anderson has an amazing collection of horse-drawn carriages. It’s an unusual hobby in this day and age, but there were a couple of unique influences in Anderson’s early years that contributed to his lifelong interest. Next door to where he grew up in North Dakota, there was a U.S. Calvary remount station. It had been established after WWI, a war that took millions of horses to wage. Even in WWII, horses were used, and the remount station was an attempt to keep a good breeding stock of horses available, should they be needed again in war. This station housed three stallions, who were available to farmers for free. There was no obligation on the part of the Calvary to buy the colts, but if it
Clark Anderson today, enjoying a ride at his home.
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Clark Anderson, giving a buggy ride at age 12.
became necessary, they could be assured that the colts would be of a high quality. By 1951, the need for horses had been pretty much eliminated in warfare, but they still hadn’t dismantled the remount station. The other influence on Anderson was the many rock piles in the countryside filled with discarded pieces of buggies and wagons. At that time, buggies had so little value that it was common practice to burn them just to reclaim the metal. Anderson went to high school in Williston, N.D. There was no bussing, but the family had a buggy that had been partially restored. Anderson bought himself his first carriage when he was still a sophomore. On his way home from school, he used to stop at Erv’s Market. One day there was a semi-truck parked there, loaded with carriages that were going to Hollywood,
where they would be used in the making of popular movies about the West. Anderson talked to the driver and, with his meager savings, he bought a buggy and two cutters. The driver also had a road coach modeled after an English mail coach, but for that he wanted $700. Anderson went home and tried to borrow the money from his mother. Although that didn’t work, he wasn’t discouraged – he still had the buggy and two cutters. He sold one right away and started using the other. In the 1960s, carriages were very cheap. Anderson thinks he probably paid $25 for the buggy and $20 apiece for the cutters. Eventually, demand outstripped the supply, and prices began to soar. Things slowed a bit during the 2008 financial crisis, people started hauling them to auction houses, and prices started falling again. Today, people are showing a renewed interest and, like most antiques, the more valuable pieces are always in demand. Anderson now has dozens of working carriages. He inherited about half of them from a great aunt in Sweden whose father was a horseman in the
This Sears and Roebuck jumpseat buggy was converted into a two-seater.
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1920s. She had never married and she kept her father’s carriages, which were quite fancy, in a nearly empty barn. Over the years, other neighbors brought their carriages to her because she had the room, and eventually she ended up with about 50 carriages. After Anderson graduated from high school, his grandmother made it possible for him to go to the home farm in Sweden to meet the old folks. He says it was the single best thing that ever happened to him. When his aunt died, she left her small farm to the cemetery, her money to another cousin and, to Anderson, she gave her fine china and her carriages. Anderson moved the carriages to another cousin’s barn and spent the next 20 years trying to figure out how to get them to the United States. He finally brought them over by boat in 2008. He has now given some of them to his 14-year-old daughter, who is also showing an interest in horse and carriage riding. What it is like to ride in a horse and carriage? In the 1800s, it wasn’t very comfortable unless you were fairly rich and could afford one with protection from the weather. Even then, the ride was rather bumpy. The Amish buggy that is often seen on the road today is a simple utilitarian carriage of the kind that would have been used by everybody 100 years ago. It could be made comfortable in bad
Anderson’s collection is large and varied. It includes about 50 carriages, some of them quite fancy, that were brought over from Sweden.
weather by being totally enclosed. The buggy was never pretentious but had a simplicity of design that is still appealing. In about 1910, carriage makers were beginning to get competition from the automobile industry and started developing new styles. As the auto age progressed, the differences between the English and what we know as the Amish buggy, widened. Eventually, the auto-
Carriages on display on Anderson’s farm near Sebeka.
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mobile replaced the carriage entirely as a mode of transportation. Today, there are several active driving clubs in the Twin Cities in which a wide range of carriages can be seen. There are also about a dozen draft horse clubs, the closest being in Clarissa and Detroit Lakes, Minn. Carriage clubs host eight or nine events during the year, and members can join for a nominal fee. There is still something special about driving a horse and carriage. Boaters would compare it to sailing rather than using a motor boat. For one thing, there’s the quietness of it. And there’s that symbiotic relationship between horse and driver. Anderson said it’s a particular feeling that exists whether one is driving down a country road or in an Olympic driving competition. Anderson is an organic dairy farmer with a herd of Milking Shorthorns in central Minnesota, near Sebeka. He travels 175 miles to attend the monthly meetings of the St. Croix Horse and Carriage Society, and rarely misses. He also attends most of their monthly drives. He does not have a permanent display of his own carriages but does welcome visitors with an interest in them. For an appointment, call 218-4020134.
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THE PLACE WHERE ST. URHO WAS (POSSIBLY) BURIED Celebrate Finnish culture at the Finn Creek Folk Festival ERIC HENDRICKX EHENDRICKX@ PERHAMFOCUS.COM It all started around 40 years ago when an old Finnish farmstead was donated in hopes of being preserved for years to come. That donated land is the center piece for what is now the location of the annual Finn Creek Folk Festival. On the land today is the original
farmhouse, along with other historical buildings. Those buildings have been donated by local communities in order to enhance the Finn Creek experience. There is also a replica built chapel and store on the land, made to resemble how each would look in the late 1800s. This summer marks a special anniversary at the festival, as 2014 is celebrated as the 150th year of Finnish culture in America. The Finn Creek Folk Festival was
selected as a regional outreach festival dedicated to the preservation of Finnish culture and celebration of a strong Finnish presence in the U.S. Legend has it that St. Urho (a Finnish Saint famous for driving off the grasshoppers and saving a grape crop) actually visited the area, fell ill, and, once deceased, chose to be buried at Finn Creek because he claimed the water would flow straight back to his homeland of Finland. Even those who don’t fully believe in that St. Urho tale will no doubt enjoy themselves at the Finn Creek Folk Festival, slated for Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 23- 24. The festival lineup ensures a great time with food, entertainment, culture and a bit of Finnish history. Saturday will kick off with a pancake breakfast at 7:30 a.m., with many activities to follow. The festival’s afternoon attractions will include both a garden tractor and ATV pull, scheduled to begin at noon. Musical performances will be plentiful at the Finn Creek Festival, with Saturday featuring the Saana Ensemble, a vocal group performing Finnish music, sometimes with percussion and other instruments. Also on Saturday will be the
The antique tractor pull is always a popular event at Finn Creek Folk Festival. There will also be live entertainment, a petting zoo, a kids’ tractor pull, sawmill and blacksmith demonstrations and more.
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The Finn Creek Folk Festival is held on an old Finnish farmstead that was donated about 40 years ago. Since then, other historical buildings have been brought to the property. The land is home to the Finn Creek Open Air Museum, which celebrates Finnish culture. The New York Mills area is known for its strong Finnish heritage.
well-known squeezebox player Kip Peltoniemi. He is described as the last of the old-time button accordion players from the Finnish Triangle. This one-man show is said to feature accordion instrumentals, humorous songs, dubious folklore, tall tales and all-out lies. Sunday won’t be slacking on entertainment, either. The day will be highlighted by an antique tractor pull at 1 p.m., and the musical lineup will feature an abundance of performances. The Northern Lights Gospel Quartet will serenade the crowd through their gospel music, incorporating popular do-wop and barbershop arrangements. In addition to this quartet will be Ameriikan Poijat, a brass septet that has been appearing all over the U.S. at local festivals, regional tours and music conferences. In a mixture of both Finnish and American traditions, Dianne Jarvi will be performing songs as she plays the Kantele (Finnish folk harp) guitar. In addition to the events taking
place on either day, there will be plenty of activities happening throughout the duration of the festival. From 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., both days, there will be concessions with hot food choices for purchase as well as Finnish treats, homemade pies and homemade ice cream. The kids will have plenty of chances for fun. They can get acquainted with some furry friends as the petting zoo will be back again this year. Led by Shell Tumberg, the petting zoo will feature small ponies, goats, pigs, baby chickens and rabbits for the children to enjoy. A kids’ tractor pull, sponsored by the Wadena County FFA, is also scheduled for Saturday afternoon. On display during the festival will be selections from a unique Jeep collection, including a military Jeep, farm Jeep and recreational Jeep. As always, both the sawmill and the blacksmith shop on the grounds will be up and running. Fans will be able to see the sawmill in operation, and the blacksmith will be bending and forging
metals, just as was the norm 150 years ago. Look for the official Finn Creek Folk Festival posters soon to be released showing exact times for each event at this year’s festival. When the festival is not going on, the property is home to the Finn Creek Open Air Museum. The museum has regular hours during which volunteers are on the grounds and people are welcome to explore the area and visit the museum and gift shop. These hours are from 1-5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Memorial Day until Labor Day. The museum and festival are located three miles east of New York Mills, off Highway 106. Guests don’t have to be of Finnish descent to enjoy what this festival has to offer. The food, tractors, music and activities make the Finn Creek Folk Festival a ‘must’ for anyone looking to enjoy an outdoors August weekend in Minnesota.
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A COMMUNITY CARNIVAL EVENT New York Mills’ Corn Feed and Puppet Pageant KIOWA WIESER-MATTHEWS KWMATTHEWS@ PERHAMFOCUS.COM The New York Mills Corn Feed and Puppet Pageant is back for another year of crowd-pleasing eats and giant puppets in the street. Sponsored by the town’s Civic and Commerce Association, the corn feed and puppet pageant will take place on Friday, Aug. 15. The event is organized by the New York Mills Regional Cultural Center and is free and open to all ages. “It’s a longstanding community event,” said Jamie Robertson, director of the cultural center. “It’s a time when the community businesses give back, and there’s free corn on the cob and rides for kids, and games, and people set up booths in central park.” The corn feed will be held from 4-7 p.m. in Central Park. At 7 p.m., the puppet pageant will begin in the back of the cultural center. The pageant is a relatively recent addition to the event. According to Robertson, the pageant started roughly six years ago and is put on by visiting artist Anne Sawyer-Aitch. Sawyer-Aitch spends two weeks before the pageant in a residency program at the cultural center, where she preps for the pageant and creates the larger-than-life puppets. The public is encouraged to participate in this process. “The community welcomes young and old to join in advance for the two week workshop to make puppets,” Robertson said. The workshop commenced on Monday, Aug. 4 and will continue until the day of the pageant on Aug. 15. 20 | SUMMER SCENE AUGUST 2014
The corn feed will be held from 4-7 p.m. in Central Park in New York Mills on Friday, Aug. 15.
The puppet pageant involves a number of community members, especially children, who perform in the streets downtown.
The show will be inspired by the Finnish national epic poem, Kalevala. According to Robertson, “the story will be adapted to contemporary times, putting a twist on the classic story.” In addition to the corn feed and puppet pageant, the New York Mills Fire Department will be having a car wash, free swimming will be offered at the city pool, and a performance by the band Curtis and Loretta will take place behind the cultural center following the pageant. “It’s just kind of a community carnival event,” Robertson said. The larger-than-life puppet pageant is a performance based on the Finnish national epic poem, Kalevala.
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Just three miles from Perham this Lake Home is a perfect retreat. Located on 180’ of prime Lakeshore on Beautiful Big Pine Lake. The 1.8 acre ‘’park like’’ yard, complete with mature Oak trees and a tar driveway is sure to catch your eye. Add to this a 26’ x 40’ heated garage for all your toys and you have it all. Big Pine Lake is well known in the area for its fishing and natural beauty.
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Peace and Quiet Frazee Property! A 2006 built 1 story home with a master bedroom & 2 guest bedrooms. This property includes 14.36 acres, an attached garage, and a 32x36 shed. Lots of nice extra touches. $199,900. Commercial property just outside of city limits in Perham. Currently set up as a bar and restaurant business with a 10 unit apartment complex. Owners are retiring and willing to sell building and equipment or just the building. Call for more information.
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THE OTTER SUPPER CLUB Early Bird Menu, 7 days a week, 5-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays: BOGO free burger night. Dine in only. Wednesdays: Free pitcher with pizza. Thursdays: Pasta special with half price bottles. On-off site catering available. 306 N MN Hwy 78, Ottertail 218-367-2525 • www.ottersupperclub.com
THE CACTUS The Cactus is open daily for lunch at 11. Our dinner menu is available at 5. Enjoy fine dining in a casual atmosphere. We are known for our hand cut steaks prepared over charcoal. Our menu ranges from seafood and steaks, ribs, poultry, pasta and salads to burgers, baskets and pizzas. Our full bar and wine list compliments any menu entrée. 43521 Fort Thunder Road, Perham 218-346-2554 www.thecactusperham.com
THE GALAXY, RESORT AND RESTAURANT Your Lake Place Since 1945! Famous for our Broasted Chicken! Full menu restaurant open daily from 5-10 p.m. Full Bar Available! Enjoy full bar and menu on deck overlooking Star Lake mid-June through mid-August. Seven miles west of Dent on Hwy 108, ½ mile South on Cty. Hwy. 41 218-758-2841 www.galaxyresort.com
THE DOUG OUT Happy Hour Monday and Wednesday 4-6. Entertainment on weekends. Featuring Chicken and Ribs on Fridays Nights, and mouthwatering prime rib on Saturday nights. Darts, Pool, Off-Sale. Full menu and daily drink specials. 104 1st Avenue, Dent 218-758-8000
WILLY T’S AT THUMPER POND Specializing in house-roasted, hand-carved meats, homemade sauces, sandwiches, pizzas and burgers. All prepared from scratch. Plus, a fun, casual atmosphere perfect for any size family or group. Our tavern is the perfect place to refuel during your vacation, and enjoy live entertainment on the patio every Thursday beginning at 6:00 pm. Kitchen hours: Monday-Thursday 7 am-9 pm, Friday & Saturday 7 am-10 pm. Bar hours: Sunday-Thursday until close, Friday-Saturday open until 1 am. 300 Thumper Lodge Road, Ottertail 218-367-2000 • www.thumperpond.com WILD OAKS GRILLE Wild Oaks is perfect for engagement parties, groom’s dinners, outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions. Golf cart rentals, bar and food features, game day specials outdoor patio seating. 2727 450th St., Perham • 218-346-6070 www.perhamlakeside.com
Happy Hour Monday - Friday • 4pm-6pm 2 for 1 specials! Weekly Lunch Buffet Outdoor Patio Don’t forget to book your parties, Call Blake at 218-346-2554 extension 5, or e-mailing your parties information to: Blake@thecactuscity.com
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BLEACHERS BAR & GRILL If sports, burgers and beer rank high on your score board, then come to Bleachers for a hat trick. Voted the best burgers in the Lakes Area, new to menu, taco grinders, philly sandwich, french fries, ALL the sports games you could ever hope to watch on their flat screen TV’s and a scenic deck overlooking Dead Shot Bay for relaxing outdoors. 1/2 price appetizers on Thursdays, Karaoke throughout the year. Don’t forget about 2-4-1 burgers every Sunday! 25807 Cty. Hwy. 22 • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-844-6820
HOLIDAY INN When you come into the Icehouse Restaurant, the first thing you will notice is the view. Overlooking Big Detroit Lake, you will experience both sunrises and sunsets with windows from floor to ceiling and seasonal lakeside patio seating. During the cold months, we keep the fireplace lit for your comfort. If you are looking for a sports bar environment, you could select the Holiday Beach Bar & Grill, complete with 10 flat panel televisions and excellent menu. 1155 Hwy 10 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-2121 www.holidayinndl.com
CALLAWAY LIQUOR STORE If daily drink specials, Cadillac Jack Gaming machines, Bingo and Pull Tab Tournaments plus great pizzas sound like a good time to you, then look no further than the Callaway Liquor Store! We’re closer than you think and definitely worth the 10 minute cruise up Hwy. 59. Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. Hwy 59 N. • Callaway, MN • 218-375-3133
HOTEL SHOREHAM Since 1910, the Hotel Shoreham has been greeting guests with lakeside beauty, fine cuisine and famous pizzas. Take a journey back in time when you step into this historical landmark for a memorable dining experience. You’ll enjoy the ambiance as much as their famous ribs, seafood, steak and pastas. 1/2 mile west of Detroit Country Club on Lake Melissa. 218-847-9894
CENEX COMMUNITY COOPS HOT STUFF PIZZA A&W If quality and convenience is what you’re looking for, then head on over to the Cenex Convenience Store located on Hwy. 34 East. Fresh made pizzas from Hot Stuff and famous A&W cheeseburgers are sure to satisfy your appetite. If you’re in a hurry, use the drive thru located on the South side of the building. 911 Hwy. 34 East • Detroit Lakes, MN 218-847-3190
MAIN STREET RESTAURANT If you want to experience one of Detroit Lakes’ ‘local hangouts’, you have to stop by Main Street Restaurant! They have been voted the “Best Breakfast in Town” and they are sure to deliver. Main Street Restaurant offers quality, homemade food and big portions at a reasonable price. Hours: Mon-Fri. 7:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. Sat. 7:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.; Sun. 8:00 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.; 900 Washington Ave. • Detroit Lakes, MN; 218-847-3344
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PARK RAPIDS THE 502 (AT CHASE ON THE LAKE) Minnesota’s lakeside dining at its best! This casual, high-energy eatery will serve up Northwood’s specialties, timeless American dishes and lighter, “spa-style” cuisine in a classic setting. The 502 features spectacular views of Leech Lake along with patio dining at the water’s edge. Our chef will delight your taste buds for dinner and entice you for dessert. Our mixologists will dazzle you with a full lineup of specialty elixirs, and our staff is excited to serve you. Come by car or boat. Live entertainment on weekends. • Walker. 218-547-7777. View our menu atwww. chaseonthelake.com. BEYOND JUICE Beyond Juice offers healthy and delicious choices! 100% fresh fruit smoothies, fresh-made deli sandwiches and homemade soups and crisp salads. Try our new breakfasts. Children’s menu. We deliver and cater. Mon.-Sat. 10 am - 4 pm extended summer hours. • 203 South Main Street, Park Rapids, 218-732-0422. BLUEBERRY PINES RESTAURANT Blueberry Pines Restaurant offers the area’s best fresh seafood, fresh vegetables, fresh cut meats, hand-pattied burgers, pizza & appetizers. New fabulous brunch buffet Sundays from 10 am - 1 pm. An extensive wine list and the area’s best service staff. Live dining entertainment Fri. & Sat. evenings & during Sunday’s brunch. Enjoy the comfort of our log clubhouse and wonderful outdoor scenery. Summer: Open daily at 11 am. Call for off-season hours. • Located south of Park Rapids on Hwy. 71. 218-564-4653. www.blueberrypines golf.com
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COMPANEROS Companeros great Mexican food, drink and fun! Deliciously prepared with the finest ingredients served in delightful Mexican surroundings by the best amigos around. Margaritas (real and alcohol-free) ~ numero uno! Mexican beers on special. Families and any size groups welcome. All food and our famous margarita mix available for takeout. Summer: Open daily at noon. Call for spring & fall hours. • On the boardwalk in Dorset.218-732-7624. See us on Facebook or visit www.companerosofdorset.com. DORSET HOUSE Choose from our large selection of homemade pizzas and old-fashioned ice cream treats. Try one of ours or create your own. Tantalizing all-you-can-eat evening buffet, fabulous lunch menu, wonderful homemade soups, salads & pies. Let our old-fashioned decor bring out the kid in you. Summer: Open daily at 11 am. Call for spring & fall hours. • Just off the Heartland Trail in downtown Dorset. 218-732-5556. EMMAVILLE STORE Historic country store & cafe featuring daily breakfast and lunch specials. Dinner specials on Friday and Saturday nights. Sunday Breakfast Buffet and Taco Bar Fridays 5-7:30 pm. Also offering ice cream, shakes, sundaes & fabulous caramel rolls! Bar with pizzas and big screen TV. Open 7 days a week. Open until 9 pm on weekends. • 12 miles N. of Park Rapids on Co. Rd. 4 (Lake George Rd). 218-732-8544. www. emmaville store.com. THE GOOD LIFE CAFE We make our meals from scratch using fresh ingredients. Lunch and dinner menus offer a combination of traditional and adventurous dishes, including comfort foods, vegetarian and gluten-free. We prepare unique specials for each meal and refresh our menu with the seasons. We also have 10 beers on tap, cocktails, wine, free Wi-Fi, outdoor seating & a kids menu. Open
every day at 11 am from Memorial weekend through Labor Day weekend. Closed Sun. & Mon. in the fall and winter. • 220 Main Ave. S., Park Rapids. 218-237-4212. www.thegood lifecafepr.com. Lunch $ Dinner HEADWATERS RESTAURANT Family-friendly restaurant. Breakfast from 6- 11 am, serving plate-size pancakes, biscuits and gravy, omelets, eggs made to order and country fried steak. Lunch/din-ner menu begins at 1 am from Angus burgers and sandwiches to broasted chicken. Kid’s menu. Homemade soups and desserts. Breakfast buffet Sat. and Sun. 8-11 am. Summer hours: Sun. 6 am - 3 pm; Mon.-Wed., 6 am-7 pm; Thurs.-Sat. 6 am - 9 pm. • In the heart of Akeley LAKE GEORGE CAFE We do breakfast all day! Lunch menu, American food, lunch & dinner specials. Open Tues.-Fri. 7 am - 7 pm, Sat. & Sun. 7 am - 5 pm. Closed Mon. • Hwy. 71, Lake Geroge (37550 Night Hawk Rd.). 218-699-3080. LAPASTA For lunch choose from delicious burgers, salads and some entrees from the evening LaPasta Italian menu. Evening diners can select from the full LaPasta Italian menu with American entrees available. Lunch served 11 am - 2 pm. Dinner 7 days a week 5 -9 pm. . • Downtown Dorset.218-732-0275. www.dorset-lapasta. com. Breakfast & lunch $. Dinner LEONA’S RESTAURANT Eat-in or take-out. Our pizzas, burgers, chicken, pasta, appetizers (and more!) are a hit. Pizzas are made-to-order featuring our homemade dough & sauce. Take-and-bake available. Order our delicious chicken by the bucket for picnics and reunions. Daily evening specials. Beer, soft drinks. Delivery available Fri. & Sat. nights within 5 miles. Mon.-Thurs. 11 am-8 pm, Fri. & Sat. 11 am - 9 pm. • Nevis. 218-652-4021.
LOBO’S BAR & GRILL Legendary food & spirits! Try the best Angus burgers, enjoy prime rib & walleye Friday and Saturday nights, too. Dine in or carry out. Full bar and off sale. Food served: 11 am-10 pm Mon.-Sat., 1210 pm Sun. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 am-1 am; Sun. 12 noon-12 mid. • Located on Hwy. 200 next to Itasca State Park. 218-266-3611. NECCE’S RISTORANTE Authentic Italian cuisine prepared fresh daily by Necce, our Tuscan Certified Chef! Enjoy housemade Italian specilaities like sausage manicotti, lasagna classico, spaghetti & meatballs, chicken marsala, filet gorgonzola, Caeser salad & delicious desserts! Nightly seafood specials! Fine wine, imported beer & premium spirits. Serving lunch and dinner (seasonal). Spring hours: Wed.-Sat. open at 4 pm. • 311 S. Main Street, Park Rapids. 218-237-4625. RANCH HOUSE SUPPER CLUB Home of the giant popover! Nightly all-you-caneat specials plus full menu. Steaks, prime rib, seafood, chicken and more. Largest soup and salad bar in the area! Garden room, outdoor dining on deck. Full bar, fine wines. Mon.-Sat. 4:30 pm, Sun. 11:30 am. Reservations appreciated. See ad on page 45. • Located 4 miles North of Walker on Hwy. 371. 218-547-1540. www. ranchhousesupperclub.com. THE ROYAL The local favorite where you will enjoy possibly the BEST burger in northern Minnesota. Appetizers also available. Open 7 days a week. Mon.Sat. at 11 am, Sun. at Noon. • 120 S. Main, Downtown Park Rapids. 218-732-9443.
STOMPIN’ GROUNDS Full menu served daily. Sink your teeth into the ‘Stompin Burger,” our most popular burger! Chicken, fish, homemade soup & more. Don’t miss Wing Wednesdays! Full bar ~ 4 pm Happy Hour. Breakfast Sat. & Sun. 8 am - 11 am. Kitchen open Sat. - Thurs. 10 am - 8pm, Fri. & Sat. 10 am - 9 pm. Bar open Mon. - Sat. 10 am - 1 am, Sun. 10 am - Midnight. • Hwy. 64, N. of Akeley. 218-652-2964. Y STEAK HOUSE Celebrating our 69th year in fine dining in the Park Rapids area. Prime rib nightly, walleye, jumbo shrimp, BBQ ribs, Alaskan king crab legs, choice steaks, chicken, combination meals, children’s menu, nightly specials and your favorite beverage from the bar. Open 7 days a week. Sun.-Thurs. 4 pm - 9 pm, Fri. & Sat. 4 pm - 10 pm. Reservations appreciated. • 1 mi. north on Hwy. 71, Park Rapids. 218-732-4565. ZHATEAU ZORBAZ The perfect zummer-time atmozphere. Enjoy a deliciouz margarita on our patio or come inzide and enjoy the A/C while checking out the 24 different draft beerz available. Play the latezt Golden Tee, Buck Hunter, Power Putt or any of our other fun arcadez. We have daily zpecialz and the bezt night-club experience for late-nite fun. FIll up on pizza and Mexican food made frezh daily! Our bar and kitchen are open every day from11 a.m. to 2 am. • Located at 22036 Co. 7, Park Rapidz. 218-237-1969. Email: robb@zorbaz.com. www.zorbaz.com.
SCHWARZWALD RESTAURANT The local favorite where you will enjoy possibly the BEST burger in northern Minnesota. Appetizers also available. Open 7 days a week. Mon.Sat. at 11 am, Sun. at Noon. • 120 S. Main, Downtown Park Rapids. 218-732-9443.
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A new health care option for Tri-County residents! Now Available!
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