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The International Cup

t’s definitely not the battle for the Iron Throne in the popular Game of Thrones program. Nor is it the war of 1812. In fact, it’s actually the reverse, as Canadians and Americans build goodwill while facing off against each other in the first ever International Cup golf classic.

On the Saturday of the Victoria Day long weekend (May 18), 40 Canadians and 40 Americans will take a swing at winning prizes and the International Cup in a 4-person scramble match at the Minot Country Club.

Phyllis Burckhard, the executive director of Visit Minot says the tournament is a great way to spend the long weekend.“It’s a great opportunity to introduce people to the Country Club because many haven’t had the opportunity — it’s beautiful,” she says.

The golf pro at the club agrees.“Most people that come and see it are really actually kind of shocked that it’s here in Minot. It’s very different from what you normally see from North Dakota golf courses that are fairly flat and tree lined,”Andy Schmitz says.

The Minot Country Club boasts a par-72 layout designed by golf course architect,Jim Engh.

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from 4,485 yards to 6,870 yards. In addition to world-class golf, the club has a new clubhouse featuring a golf shop and a top-notch restaurant.

Schmitz says the new course, which opened in 2015 after being flooded,is the result of club members’ attempt to keep that kind of disaster from occurring again. “The members wanted to move the course to somewhere where it wouldn’t flood,” he says.

Former North Dakota native Engh was the perfect choice, says Schmitz. “He’s pretty famous for his golf designs all over the world. He takes the terrain and works with it. He did an amazing job,” he says.

On May 18,80 golfers,40 from each country, will get a chance to play what Schmitz calls a “fun, different and unique course” as they vie for the International Cup and various prizes.

They will play a scramble format match play as eightsomes, with one foursome from each side playing against each other in the same group.

There will be a possible of 10 points to be won and whoever comes out with the most points will win the Cup. There will be prizes throughout the tournament and a hole in one contest worth $20,000 at both of the par threes.

The cost is $125 per player and includes the green fees, two carts, a gift certificate and specialty items. To register, call the golf shop at 701-852-3591 or go online to minotcountryclub.com or the club Facebook page.

Schmitz says the tournament is the club’s way of encouraging more Canadians to come down and play the course. In addition to the International Cup, which is expected to become a yearly event, Canadians are welcome other times as well. “We get a lot of Canadian travelers that come down to play and the new Minot County Club seems to be the place to play when visitors come to town,” he says. The club allows non-members to play the course up to six times a year.

Photo courtesy the Minot Country Club.

The Minot Country Club has partnered with Visit Minot and the Minot Innkeepers they will advise you of their package rate Association to offer Stay and Play packages (rates may vary from property to property). for visitors wanting to enter the tournament. It’s up to the visitor to also enroll in the tour“It’s a pretty sweet deal for the golfer,” nament. Details are available at visitminot. org/stayandplay.

Burckhard says.

Not planning on attending the tournaTo purchase a package, contact a member of the Minot Innkeepers Association, list- ment, but still want to play at the Country ed online at https://www.minotinnkeepers. Club? No problem, check the Minot Tourism com/our-hotels/. Inform the facility that you website to see if there are other stay and play want to book a stay and play package and packages available.

Whether vying for the Cup or just whacking a few, Minot Tourism, the Minot Innkeepers Association and the Minot Country Club have a deal fore you.

Welcome to the latest edition of the MINOT VISITOR GUIDE Writer/Editor: Carol Todd Postmedia Content Works ABOUT THIS CONTENT: The Minot Visitors Guide was created by Content Works, Postmedia’s commercial content studio.

Canadians are always welcome!

ith the Victoria Day weekend just ahead and wonderfully warm weather in the forecast, it’s the perfect time to make a run for the border. The United States border, that is, where the friendly city of Minot awaits just miles to the south.

Statistics Canada estimates there were 358,600 total person-visits from Saskatchewan to North Dakota in 2012 (the most recent year figures are available), with most of them (65.5 per cent) traveling for pleasure. More than half the visits were same-day trips.

While there are no direct flights from Canada to Minot,many people spend a day or two in Minot on their way to or from other destinations. The newly renovated and expanded Minot International Airport makes that option even more attractive.The airport offers excellent parking, and many Minot hotels also offer parking for those travellers,along with shuttle service to the airport.

The main way to get there from here is by road.

If you drive yourself,it’s an easy afternoon’s drive of 244 miles or 393 kilometers from Regina to Minot. There are numerous border crossings dotting what is the longest undefended border in the world, several of them in Saskatchewan.

There’s a wealth of information on the Visit Minot website www.visitminot.org. Visitors can use the My Map feature of the website to select the places they are interested in visiting and add them all to a personalized map of Minot.The map includes contact information for each venue and is printable so it can be taken on the trip.

Don’t fret if you didn’t plan far enough ahead to print the map. Visitors can access the handy mobile site from anywhere.

The mobile site is very easy to navigate and can be accessed from any mobile smartphone or tablet device.

The website also features a link to valuable

coupons and stay and play packages, as well as information on events happening in Minot, and information specific to Canadians at http://visitminot.org/canadian-info/.And coupon books and all the information a visitor might need are also available at the Visitors Center.

There’s little point in shopping if you can’t take it home with you, and Canadians staying more than 24 hours can take advantage of some exemptions to the duties levied on imported goods.

• Personal exemptions do not apply to sameday cross-border shoppers.

• After 24 hours or more, Canadians can take back goods valued at up to $200 (CAN). Alcohol and tobacco cannot be claimed. Goods must be in possession at time of entry to Canada. If the value of the goods exceeds $200 after a 24-hour absence, duty and taxes are applicable on the entire amount of the imported goods.

• After 48 hours or more,Canadians can bring

home goods valued up to $800 (CAN) including alcohol and tobacco, within the prescribed limits set by provincial or territorial authorities. Goods must be in your possession.

• After seven days or more, the maximum is also $800 (CAN) including alcohol and tobacco products. But, goods may be in possession at time of entry to Canada or can be sent later through courier, mail or delivery agency, except alcohol and tobacco, which must be in possession. All the goods will qualify for duty- and taxfree entry if they are declared at the initial return to Canada.

To ensure there are no hassles at the border before leaving for Minot, here are a few tips: • Remember to bring proper identification.

Canadian citizens must present one of the following valid Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative-compliant documents when entering the U.S. by land: a valid passport, NEXUS card, Free and

Secure Trade (FAST) card, enhanced driver’s licence (EDL) or enhanced identification card (EIC), or Secure Certificate of Indian Status.Please contact U.S. Customs and Border Protection if you have any questions about the requirements for Canadians to enter the United States.

• Visit a Canada Border ServicesAgency (CBSA) office to identify any valuables you may want to take to Minot from home. Items like cameras, jewelry and tablets can be itemized and recorded to ensure you have proof that your goods were in your possession prior to leaving Canada.

• Check with the CBSA if you plan to change or improve any part of your vehicle.If your vehicle breaks down while in Minot, you must declare the work when you arrive at the border.You may have to pay duty and/or taxes on the work done.

More information about Canadian Border Services is available online at www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/ travel-voyage/menu-eng.html.

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s Petula Clark sang: “Downtown – everything’s waiting for you.” Nowhere is that more true than in the Magic City of Minot, where the historic downtown beckons residents and visitors alike.

As if it weren’t enough to find a wide selection of shopping options, with boutiques and stores featuring every manner of ware for sale, there are also numerous events throughout the year to delight young and old.

Take a walking tour of downtown Minot, while enjoying beverages, snacks and good company on the Spring Wine Walk June 6. Details are still to be finalized, but participants can expect to visit a variety of businesses to sip some samples of wine and nibble on appetizers. Sponsored by the Minot Downtown Business & Professional Association, the walk is

a great way to enjoy the downtown.

Visitors will be impressed with the results of the Downtown Infrastructure Improvements Project, which saw improvements to the basic underground and aboveground infrastructure in the heart of Minot. This included replacing miles of pipes, improving streets, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks, as well as street lighting within roughly 26 city blocks in the downtown. More importantly to travellers, the project also resulted in an improvement to parking, with the addition of parking garages.

Heading down south for the Victoria Day long weekend? Head downtown to revisit your favourite 90s TV show. Dress up as your favourite character to exchange Cheers with Friends at various bars for the May 18 90’s Sitcom Pub Crawl from 6 to 11:59 p.m. Drink specials will

be available at each bar with the purchase of the $10 VIP wristband.

Information is available on the Pub Crawl Facebook page.

If booze isn’t your cup of tea, there are still numerous activities downtown throughout the year, as well as plenty of shopping opportunities.

Everyone loves a parade, and on June 1, the El Zagal Shriners will take to the streets to celebrate downtown from 10:30 to 11 a.m..

Take to the street yourself and participate in the Minot Relay for Life on June 8 from 3 to 11 p.m.

The main annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, the run will be held in downtown Minot right on Main Street From beverages to shopping and everything in between, it’s all waiting for you in downtown Minot.

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olly and Loki invite Canadians to visit the Roosevelt Zoo on World Otter Day. Don’t know any Holly or Loki? Don’t worry, the two North American River Otters are waiting to meet you on World Otter Day on May 29.

In addition to informational displays, there will be a bounce house for the kids (admission included in their Zoo admission), ice pop sales, with proceeds going to conservation efforts and other activities, all at the zoo between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Nicole Barnhart, the zoo educator, says the otters are a big favourite. “Our visitors love the otters. They’re such charismatic creatures and have their own personality.

Like many wild animals, Barnhart says it’s important to preserve the animals and conserve their habitats as well. “And, that’s a big one for otters. As people are developing and taking land for

nose to tail. They live in burrows near the edge of rivers, lakes, swamps or estuaries, with tunnels connecting them to the water.

In additional to all the events, the zoo also features keeper talks and special animal presentations. There are also opportunities to watch some of the animals interact with their keepers while they are fed. Feeding times vary so visit http:// rpzoo.com/dailyevents.html for the schedule.

The zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Ticket prices are $9 for adults; $8 for military adults and students with college ID and seniors age 60 and older; and $5.50 for children ages three to 12. Children ages two and younger get in free.

From alpacas to zebras, the zoo’s residents are all waiting for you, so you really “otter” plan a trip to the Roosevelt Park Zoo!

North American River Otters Holly (l) and Loki (r) having fun at the Zoo. Photo courtesy the Roosevelt Park Zoo.

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homes, they’re also taking [the otters’} homes as well,” she says.

Given the otters habitat includes water, Barnhart says water conservation efforts, as well as recycling especially of plastics, are among the ways people can help preserve their habitats.

“It’s a great way to help all species, not just otters,” Barnhart says.

Visitors may want to mark July 13 on their calendar and plan a visit to the zoo for Conservation Day. The Roosevelt Park Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and participates in important conservation breeding programs such as the Species Survival Program and the Population Management Program.

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CAA Safe Summer Driving Tips

ummer vacation is fast approaching, which means road trip season for many Saskatchewan families.

Now’s the time to make your travel plans and check your vehicles, including campers and RVs to get them road ready.

• The wheels on recreation vehicles, boat trailers and camper trailers should be checked as well.

The wheel lug nuts need to be set to the proper torque to make sure they do not come loose or come off the trailer. Wheel bearings should be greased and adjusted annually and trailer suspension springs also need to be inspected for wear.

• Read the vehicle or RV owner’s manual for mechanical or maintenance information.

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Here are a few automotive and driving tips from CAA to help keep motorists safe this summer:

Automotive & Recreation Vehicle Tips: • Have your vehicle inspected prior to travelling to ensure your vehicle is in top operating condition and to avoid breakdowns during your summer travels.

• If unexpected breakdowns do occur, be sure to have access to a roadside assistance provider like CAA. The CAA Mobile App is also available to access roadside service or for CAA Member benefits including TripTiks, tour books and maps. Ask about travel insurance as well.

• The tires are one of the most important items. Check for adequate tread depth, uneven tread wear, bulges, cuts, and proper tire inflation. Signs of tire problems include a side-to-side wobble at slow speeds; an increased shimmy or vibration at highway speeds; a sharp pull to the side; weaving or fishtailing.

• Also check the brake fluid, the coolant and oil plus window washer fluids.

• Remember to check radiator hoses, examine belts, and check proper belt tension, as well as the windshield wipers.

• Vehicle batteries should also be checked and this can be easily completed at the CAA Care Centre at Regina Battery Depot, or at any CAA Approved Auto Repair Service.

• Plan ahead, remain focused with a positive attitude, and refrain from any form of distracted driving including use of a mobile device while driving.

• Check weather and road conditions to and from the destination and allow enough time to safely reach your destination.

• Ensure seatbelts are in proper working condition. Children should be safely secured in car or booster seats that are properly installed.

• Slow to 60 km/h on Saskatchewan highways when passing working tow truck operators, emergency responders and construction workers. It’s a matter of life and death.

• Be on the lookout for farm machinery on our roads and remember deer and moose are very much part of Saskatchewan’s landscape so best to drive with caution and remain focused and attentive.

• Please obey the posted speed limit.

• Carry a fully-charged cell phone for emergency purposes only and appoint a passenger to manage your phone and navigation needs.

• Pack a vehicle safety kit available at all CAA Saskatchewan Stores and on-line. Also have non-perishable food and water packed for all occupants.

• Drivers, pull over when safe to do so, to make phone calls, text or review maps.

• Gas prices are easily accessible via the CAA app & CAA Gas Price Monitor.

• Never drink and drive.

• If you’re overtired, stop regularly for breaks or appoint a second driver to help with driving.

Reprinted with permission of CAA Saskatchewan.

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Upcoming Events

MAY 10-11 AN UNSPEAKABLE TRIUMPH OF SUPREME BRILLIANCE: A COMEDY 115 1st St., 7:30 p.m.

Presented by the Mouse River Players.

The Moss River Community Players receive a stunning offer of a ten million dollar prize for the best community theatre show in North Central Minnesota. The catch? They only have two days to put it together. Ticket prices are $15 for adults, children ages 12 and under, $10, seniors, students and military, $13.

MAY 11 AND EVERY SAT. IN MAY MINOT PARKS HOSTS FREE LADIES GOLF LESSONS Souris Valley Golf Course 2400 14th Ave. SW, 9:15-10:30 a.m.

Ladies golf lessons are a fun, no pressure way to learn the game of golf. Free to attend and equipment is provided if needed.

MAY 11 1ST ANNUAL MAGIC CITY YOUTH CAR AND BIKE SHOW Flicker Tail Gardens on North Dakota State Fair Grounds, 2005 Burdick Expy. E, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sponsored by the Boozefighters MC Chapter 91, the event will feature a car and bike show, youth activities and games, silent auction and food.

Proceeds of this family friendly event will benefit PATH, a nonprofit organization.

MAY 11 GROW GARDEN SALE Dakota Boys & Girls Ranch Thrift Store 1206 S Bdwy., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Join the students from Dakota Memorial School at Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch for their annual plant and student project sale Available items for sale include compost boxes, bedding plants, church planters, garden signs and vegetable plants.

MAY 11 MINOT TACO FEST 2019 Minot Municipal Auditorium 420 3rd Ave. SW, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

The event features multiple varieties of tacos from local restaurants and food vendors, as well as tequila tasting, music and more.

MAY 11 2ND ANNUAL COLOR THE CLOVER RUN Oak Park Shelter #7 - 1300 4th Ave. NW, Minot, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Color the Clover Run or Walk Kids Fun Run (8 and under) starts at 1 p.m., with the 5K run to follow.

5k to follow Kids Fun Run Proceeds go towards Ward County 4-H Achievement Days. Register at tinyurl.com/4HColorRun19 MAY 11 MINOT SHRINE CIRCUS 2019 North Dakota State Fair Center 2005 Burdick Expy. E, 2 p.m.- p.m. and 6-8 p.m.

With three rings of affordable family fun, the circus will thrill fans of all ages. Ticket prices are $11 for adults, $10 for high school students and seniors, children in K-6, $6 and preschoolers enter free.

MAY 11 AND 12 HAPPY DANCE Minot Central Campus School 215 1st St SE, May 11, 7-9 p.m., May 12, 6-7 p.m.

Presented by the Rinat Mouzafarov’s Institute of Ballet, a non-profit classical ballet company dedicated to providing Minot and the surrounding area access to high level, classical ballet through educational classes and performances.

MAY 12 MOTHER’S DAY MAY 12 MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION Roosevelt Park Zoo 1219 Burdick Expy. E, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Moms get free admission with the purchase of admission for a child. (The child can be of child admission age or adult admission age).

MAY 14 23RD SALUTE TO SENIORS: MUSIC THRU THE YEARS Minot Municipal Auditorium 420 3rd Ave. SW, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

This day of fun for seniors features vendors, hot lunch, door prizes, dance and entertainment. $15.

MAY 14 FREE CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECK-UPS Ryan Nissan 3915 S Bdwy, 3-6 p.m.

Child car seat checks teach parents and caregivers how to correctly use their child’s car seat or seat belt. No appointment necessary. Please allow 30 minutes per car seat. Donations gratefully accepted.

MAY 18 THE INTERNATIONAL CUP Minot Country Club 1912 Valley Bluffs Dr., 1-7 p.m.

Forty Canadians vs 40 Americans for one Cup. 10 teams to each country in a 4-person scramble match play. Stay and Play package available through the Minot Innkeepers Assoc.

MAY 17-19 MINOT CITY-WIDE ULTIMATE SPRING GARAGE SALE WEEKEND Various locations, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

It’s iHeart Media’s ultimate and biggest spring garage sale, with the weekend shoppers and sellers look forward to every spring.

MAY 18 90’S SITCOM PUB CRAWL Downtown Minot, 6-11:59 p.m.

Who didn’t love those awesome 90’s sitcoms like Friends, Cheers and others. Start at The Tap Room, The Spot or Ebeneezer’s. Drink specials will be available at each bar with the purchase of the $10 VIP wristband.

MAY 17 ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY Roosevelt Park Zoo, 1219 Burdick Expy. E, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Learn about endangered species at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. MAY 17 PING DEMO DAY Minot Country Club 1912 Valley Bluffs Dr., 1-4 p.m.

The public is welcome to get fit by a Ping Master Club Fitter.

MAY 17 THESPIAN TROUPE 791 IMPROV NIGHT Minot High School 1100 11th Ave., 7-10 p.m.

Admission is $5 for everyone.

MAY 17 Movie in the Park - High School Musical 3 Corbett Field 1124 E Burdick Expy., 9:30-11 p.m.

MAY 18 PICS4KIDS 2019 Oak Park 1300 4th Ave. NW, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Music, food, games and prizes all free. Save the date and come out to Oak Park for some spring time fun.

MAY 18-20 CANADIAN VICTORIA DAY LONG WEEKEND

MAY 18 SPRING FLEA AT THE MARKET The Market on 4th, 1900 4th Ave. NW, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Spring Flea is a parking lot event where makers and pickers unite, featuring old, vintage, upcycled, repurposed and handmade items. There will also be food and fun. Admission is $2.

MAY 20 HEALTHY HEARTS GOLF SCRAMBLE The Vardon Golf Club, 7101 County Road 15 W, 12-4 p.m.

Prizes include $10,000 for a holein-one, as well as many others. Register by contacting Sherry Maragos at 701-857-5221.

MAY 23 THE BIG DIG Minot Country Club 1912 Valley Bluffs Dr., 1-6 p.m.

Entry fee includes golf, dinner & prizes.

MAY 29 WORLD OTTER DAY Roosevelt Park Zoo, 1219 Burdick Expy. E, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate World Otter Day at Roosevelt Park Zoo. This event is included with zoo admission.

MAY 31 TO JUNE 2 NORTH DAKOTA HORSE EXPO All Seasons Arena, 2005 Burdick Expy. E, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Expo will include demonstrations, presentations, horse events, therapy room for owners to bring horses for therapy, vendors, lectures and more.

MAY 31 PXG DEMO DAY Minot Country Club, 1912 Valley Bluffs Dr., 1-5 p.m.

Open to the public, but by appointment only. Call 701-852-3591 to schedule appointment.

MAY 31 TO JUNE 2 NORTH AMERICAN DOG AGILITY COUNCIL (NADAC) TRIAL Glen Ista Arena Dakota Boys & Girls Ranch, 6301 19th Ave., times vary.

Numerous breeds and sizes of dogs run through tunnels, over jumps, through poles, circle barrels, and have fun. Food is available for purchase. Seating is extremely limited, so bring a chair if you plan on staying a while.

JUNE 1 HOGS FOR THE HEART POKER RUN Minot Loyal Order of the Moose, 400 9th St. SW, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

A collaboration between the Healthy Hearts Club and the New Horizons Motorcycle Club, the run starts and ends at the Moose Club, with six stops in various towns.

JUNE 1 EL ZAGAL SHRINERS DOWNTOWN MINOT PARADE Downtown Minot, 1:30-11 a.m.

Join the Shriners as they celebrate downtown with their unique parade.

JUNE 6 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY Dakota Territory Air Museum, 100 34th Ave. NE, 5-9 p.m.

Events will include re-enactments and displays of military aircraft and vehicles, re-enactments and biplane rides. Food and beverages will be available.

MAY 6 SPRING WINE WALK Downtown Minot, 5-7 p.m.

Details to be announced.

JUNE 6 MOVIE IN THE PARK — SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY Oak Park, 1300 4th Ave. NW, 9:30-11 p.m.

JUNE 8 MINOT RELAY FOR LIFE 2019 Downtown Minot, 3-11 p.m.

The main annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, the run will be held in downtown Minot on Main Street.

JUNE 14-16 2019 MINOT RIBFEST North Dakota State Fair Center, 2005 Burdick Expy. E, times vary.

Kick off your summer with great food, music and fun.

Admission is $5 and includes concerts.

JUNE 15 MONSTER TRUCK THUNDER North Dakota State Fair Center, 2005 Burdick Expy. E, 2-5 p.m.

The fairgrounds will explode with monster trucks, plus “Tuff Trucks,” a jet melt down show, and monster truck rides for the kids. All Tickets from the February rescheduled event will be honoured, and will include admission into Rib Fest.

MAY 16 FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATION Roosevelt Park Zoo, 1219 Burdick Expy. E, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Dads get free admission with the purchase of admission for a child (the child can be child admission age or adult admission age).

For an updated calendar of events and more information about Minot, visit: http:// visitminot.org.

While every effort is made to ensure that the information in this listing is correct, details may be subject to change. Please confirm dates, times and admission fees before attending.

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Norsk Høstfest!

orsk Høstfest has unveiled the remaining three shows for the 2019 festival. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias, Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder and Charley Pride with special guest ISMO will fill out this year’s lineup.

Iglesias, one of America’s most successful stand-up comedians, has performed to sold-out arenas around the world while Skaggs and Pride have been country music staples for decades with numerous hits on multiple music charts. Special guest ISMO, who is performing before Pride’s show, hails from Finland and has earned the title of “funniest man in the world.”

The three shows join already announced concerts featuring Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Chicago, Clint Black and The Texas Tenors, ventriloquist and celebrity impressionist Terry Fator, international Irish entertainer Daniel O’Donnell and Chicks With Hits featuring country music favorites Terri Clark, Pam Tillis and Suzy Bogguss.

“We are excited for our 2019 lineup,” said David Reiten, President of Norsk Høstfest. “We have a nice variety of shows with something for everyone. Come and take in all the festivities Høstfest has to offer from Viking Village to the amazing food.”

North America’s largest Scandinavian festival begins Tues. evening, Sept. 24, with the Scandinavian-American Hall of Fame awards banquet and RV Pre-Party dinner and dance.

A change for 2019 is opening hours. Doors will open at 9 a.m., Wed.-Sat., (Sept 25-28) with access to everything the festival offers: food, shopping and entertainment.

In addition to Great Hall of the Vikings concert lineup, Høstfest typically features more than 100 daily concerts and shows on seven festival stages. General admission entertainment will include fan favorites like Williams & Ree, Mollie B, and Neil Diamond Tribute Show.

More will be announced on hostfest. com as it is booked.

Friends of Høstfest — a membership program — may buy tickets early and will experience many other perks at the festival from discounts to special access. Guests can learn more about this program at www.hostfest.com/membership.

Things To See & Do While entertainment is a big draw, there is plenty more to see and do.

Guests can learn new culinary techniques at the Nordic Kitchen, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts among hun-

dreds of vendors, indulge in Scandinavian cuisine or enroll in Høstfest University classes and be educated in an artisan craft from an expert instructor. Another area of interest is the Author’s Corner, where guests can meet and hear some of their favorite authors such as Lauraine Snelling.

“The festival is truly amazing,” said Reiten. “Many people are shocked at how large it is and at how many international guests and professional artisans attend.”

Not only do visitors come all parts of Scandinavia, but others are a part of the festival experience itself. Every year, an elite team of chefs from Norway arrives to serve at the festival’s pop-up restaurants Scandi, and En To Tre. Scandi serves traditional, homemade Norwegian cuisine while En To Tre is a fine dining establishment requiring reservations.

In Viking Village, guests will find presenters and Viking re-enactors from Scandinavia, the U.S. and Canada. “The Viking Village has been growing every year,” Reiten said. “Kids and adults love to watch the real sword battles and just walk among the Vikings and learn about their culture.”

Submitted by Norsk Høstfest.

Photo courtesy Norsk Høstfest