The Ladies of Laughter Funny & Fabulous Tour includes winners and the best talent from its competition. What started out as an annual videotape comedy competition in New York to honor a fellow woman in comedy who helped so many other get their start (Mary Jo Wobker), has steadily become known in the comedy world as the careerbuilder for women in comedy. Featuring Kelly MacFarland, Leighann Lord and Ruthy Ferrera.
Celebrate FREEDOM in Nisswa on Thursday, July 3, 2025 with a full schedule of fun! Activities throughout the day including Turtle Races, live music, food vendors and more.
The Freedom Days parade starts at 7 pm. Spectators line Main Street to watch the parade that includes various floats, marching veterans' groups, high school marching bands, area royalty, fire trucks, car clubs, and more.
Join us for an Open House at Textile Center celebrating all things fiber art! * Shop the Makers Market featuring 25 local fiber artists and makers. * Try hands-on fiber art demos (stitching, felting, + more) led by our amazing guilds. * Discover unique finds from 100+ artists in our Artisan Shop and enjoy free gallery exhibitions. * Treat yourself to coffee from Misfit Coffee and lunch from KCM Egg Rolls. * Experience the beauty of our outdoor community quilt installation.
Mandy Harvey is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and inspirational speaker who lost her residual hearing at the age of nineteen. Mandy tours the world performing her original music and presenting her inspirational story of never giving up and continuing to try – she calls these messages Wisdom For Life.
Join us for an evening of singing traditional Christmas carols, led by Dan & Sandy Adler and a group of local singers. This is a participative night, so feel free to sing along!
Advanced tickets are $20.00. Tickets at the door are $25.00. Additionally, a free-will offering will also be received to help support the ongoing ministry of Heart of the City Ministries.
Seating is general admission and doors open at 6:30 PM.
Della Mae is a Grammy-nominated all-woman string band. The ensemble features founding members Celia Woodsmith (lead vocalist/guitarist) and 2-time Grand National champion fiddle player Kimber Ludiker. Also, guitarist Avril Smith and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the Year Vickie Vaughn round out the group.
Day of Irish Dance is an annual celebration of the vibrant community of Irish dancers across Minnesota produced by Irish Arts Minnesota (IAM) in partnership with Landmark Center. We bring together performance and competition teams for a day of performance-focused solely on the art form of Irish dance. In addition to the performances, the Decade of Dance Award is presented to dancers who have been actively studying and performing for ten or more years.
Lace up your shoes and get ready for our first-ever Dash and Dine 5K! Whether you're a runner, a food truck enthusiast, or both, this event is a fantastic way to challenge yourself, connect with the community, and enjoy a great meal!
The race will take place on a USATF certified 5K course at Elmcrest Park that winds through scenic trails, open fields, and local neighborhoods, featuring some slight rolling hills. This course is perfect for both seasoned runners and first-timers alike.
Join us for an annual fundraising event to support Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity in building a house for a family in need! Dedicated Lakes Area couples take the stage for a thrilling dance competition, showcasing their commitment to this noble cause by contributing their time, talents, and resources to raise funds that will help build a brighter future for a local family.
Website: https://lakesareahabitat.org/dancing-with-the-lakes-area-stars/
Art is for everyone! Join the Minnesota Marine Art Museum for the Winter Seasonal Saturday on February 8. With $1 admission for all, this is a fun and lively day to visit the museum for first-time visitors and experienced museum-goers alike. Inspired by MMAM's current exhibition Once Upon a Shore, the theme of this Seasonal Saturday is Gathering Ground.
