Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Calendar of Events

Mar 25th, 2012 - 05-19 00:00:00
Minnesota Homefront Traveling Exhibit

Location: Becker County Historical Society
Contact: Becker County Historical Society, 218.847.2938
Website: http://wwwbeckercountryhistory.org

May 7th, 2012
Memory Loss and End-of-Life Care, 7pm

Learn the difference between Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, the unique challenges of caregiving and the benefits of hospice care for those individuals in the advanced stages.
Location: Webinar, your home computer
Price: Register online
Contact: Bonnie Oelschlager, 701.356.1524, 800.237.4629
Website: http://www.hrrv.org/webinars

May 9th, 2012
Cruise DL Night, 4-8pm

Drive your favorite cruiser to Detroit Lakes for an evening on the beach.
Location: West Lake Drive
Contact: Chamber of Commerce, 218.847.9202

May 9th - 10th, 2012
Rummage Sale, Wed. 4-7pm, Th 7am -1:30pm

Enjoy coffee and homemade donuts while you shop for treasures.
Location: United Methodist Church
Contact: United Methodist Church, 218.847.4818

May 10th, 2012
Better Choices, Better Health Workshop 3/6, 1-3:30pm

Better Choices, better health workshops can help you get the support you need and find useful ways to deal with pain, fatigue and stress.
Location: First Lutheran Church
Price: Free, reservations required
Contact: 701.234.5570 or 877.234.4240

May 10th - 12th, 2012
Auditions for Shakespeare in the Park "Romeo & Juliet", 7pm

Roles for 9 men & 7 women, ages 16+.  Anyone who is interested come on out and audition. 
Location: Holmes Theatre
Contact: Holmes Theatre, 218.844.7469
Website: http://www.dlccc.org

May 11th, 2012
Martina McBride, 8pm

Known as the Celine Dion of Country Music, Martina McBride's big-voiced ballads and soprano range have earned her countless honors. 
Location: Shooting Star Casino
Price: prices vary
Contact: Shooting Star Casino, 1.800.313.7469
Website: http://www.starcasino.com

May 11th - 13th, 2012
Mother's Day Weekend Spectacular

Get the girls together to reconnect and rejuvenate for the weekend.  All meals included.
Location: Fair Hills Resort
Price: $199/13 & older, $79/ages 6-12, 5 & under free
Contact: Fair Hills Resort, 1.800.323.2849 or shannon@fairhillsresort.com
Website: http://www.fairhillsresort/mom

May 12th, 2012
Walleye Fishing Opener

Location: Area lakes
Contact: DNR

May 12th, 2012
Mother's Day Wine Tasting

Location: Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit
Contact: Best Western Premier the Lodge on Lake Detroit, 218.847.8439

May 12th, 2012
Mother's Day Wknd Breast & Ovarian Cancer Race, 9am

Proceeds will go to Sanford cancer's embrace survivorship program.  All survivors & all mothers will be honored.
Location: DL City Park
Price: $20 before May 3; $25 on May 11-12
Contact: jessielpeterson@yahoo.com; jennylessman@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.simplypinktrulyteal.com

May 14th, 2012
Advanced Healthcare Planning, 7pm

Learn the precautions and actions needed to ensure that your health care wishes are carried out if you are unable to speak for yourself. 
Location: webinar, your personal computer
Price: Register online
Contact: Bonnie Oelschlager, 701.356.1524, 800.237.4629
Website: http://www.hrrv.org/webinars

May 15th - 29th, 2012
Farmers Market every Tues & Sat, 10am - 2pm

 
Location: People's Park
Contact: Lynette Price, 218.847.5309

May 17th, 2012
Better Choices, Better Health Workshop 4/6, 1-3:30pm

Better Choices, Better Health workshops can help you get the support you need and find usefull ways to deal with pain, fatigue and stress.
Location: First Lutheran Church
Price: Free, reservations required
Contact: 701.234.5570 or 877.234.4240

May 17th, 2012
Parkfest, 4-7pm

A kick off for the "Naturally at the Lakes" Legacy Weekend.
Location: DL Pavilion and City Park
Price: FREE to attend, $20/booth space
Contact: Carrie Johnston, carrie@visitdetroitlakes.com, 218.847.9202

May 17th, 2012
Mosaic Mania

Silent Auction and Display of Mosaic windows created by area school groups.
Location: DL Pavilion
Contact: Becky Mitchell, Holmes Theatre

May 17th - 19th, 2012
Historic Downtown Detroit Lakes Walking Tour!, 1pm

Location: Start at Old Post Office/School Administration Building
Price: $5 suggested donation/all are welcome
Contact: Becker County Museum, 218.847.2938

May 17th - 20th, 2012
Festival Of Birds

Location: M State & Fieldtrips through out area
Contact: Chamber of Commerce, 218.847.9202

May 18th, 2012
Lynyrd Skynyrd, 8pm

Originally founded as the "Noble Five," Lynyrd Skynyrd has popularized the sounds of Southern rock for more than 40 years.
Location: Shooting Star Casino
Price: Prices vary
Contact: Shooting Star Casino, 1.800.313.7469
Website: http://www.starcasino.com

May 18th - 19th, 2012
Reel Country Walleye Tournament

1st place $3000 with cash payouts for the top 25% depending on number of entries.
Location: Ottertail Lake
Price: $270 for 2 person teams
Contact: 218.847.5624 or fishing@realcountry102.com

May 19th, 2012
Guided Mushroom Hike, 9am

Location: Greenwater Scientific & Natural Area to Camp 6 Trailhead (4 miles)
Contact: Karen Stenberg, 218.847.1929

May 19th, 2012
Youth Safety ATV Training, 8:30am

Location: Woods-n-Wheels, Detroit Lakes
Contact: Howard Kluender 218.846.0195

May 19th, 2012
"Uniquely U" Women's Conference, 10am-3pm

Debbie Griffith will talk about "Everyday Matters."
Location: Historic Holmes Theatre
Price: $20
Contact: Shepherd of the Lakes Church, PO Box 433, Detroit Lakes

May 19th, 2012
Lake Region Garden Club Plant Sale, 8am till gone

Perennials, Annuals, Vegetables, Fruits, House Palnts, Garden Misc.
Location: Detroit Lakes City Park
Contact: Lake Region Garden Club, 218.847.2529

May 21st, 2012
The Medicare Hospice Benefit, 7pm

Learn about the full range of end-of-life services you are entitled to through Medicare and how to access these services. 
Location: webinar, your home computer
Price: Register online
Contact: Bonnie Oelschlager, 701.356.1524, 800.237.4629
Website: http://www.hrrv.org/webinars

May 24th, 2012
Better Choices, Better Health Workshop 5/6, 1-3:30pm

Better Choices, Better Health Workshops can help you get the support you need and find useful ways to deal with pain, fatigue and stress.
Location: First Lutheran Church
Price: Free, reservations required
Contact: 701.234.5570, or 877.234.4240

May 25th, 2012
Randy Travis, 8pm

This award-winning cowboy is a country music trailblazer with acting chaps to boot!
Location: Shooting Star Casino
Price: Prices vary
Contact: Shooting Star Casino, 1.800.313.7469
Website: http://www.starcasino.com

May 25th - 28th, 2012
3rd Annual Kick Off to Summer Beach Party

Location: Holiday Inn on the Lake
Contact: Holiday Inn on the Lake
Website: http://www.holidayinndl.com

May 26th, 2012
Detroit Lakes High School Graduation

Location: Detroit Lakes High School Gymnasium
Contact: DL High School 218.847.4491

May 26th, 2012
Bass Fishing Opener

Location: Area lakes
Contact: DNR

May 26th, 2012
Live Music at the Holiday Beach Bar and Grill

Location: Holiday Beach Bar and Grill
Contact: Holiday Beach Bar and Grill, 218.847.2121
Website: http://www.holidayinndl.com

May 26th, 2012
Maplelag Mountain Bike Racing Presents the 2012 Spring Opener, 10 & 10:30am

One 4 mile lap at the 10am race, approximately 9 miles at the 10:30am race.  Awards for each age class and cash for open overall.  Registration the night before and day of race.  Both races include lunch.
Location: Maplelag Resort
Price: Kids/Citizen Race/$10; Open Race/$15
Contact: Maplelag Resort, 800.654.7711, 218.375.4466
Website: http://www.maplelag.com

May 28th, 2012
Memorial Day Parade, line-up @ 10:30am

 
Location: Veteran's Memorial Park
Contact: Walk to City Park and stay for the program in the bandshell

May 31st, 2012
Better Choices, Better Health Workshop 6/6, 1-3:30pm

Better Choices, Better Health Workshops can help you get the support you need and find useful ways to deal with pain, fatigue and stress.
Location: First Lutheran Church
Price: Free, reservations required
Contact: 701.234.5570 or 877.234.4240