Weekly PRLA Chamber of Commerce  & Tourism 
Member News and Calendar of Events Updates!
March 16, 2018
St. Urho Days
Friday & Saturday, March 16-17, 2018
Two days of fun for the whole family.  
Many events throughout the weekend.  
Opening ceremonies at the Menahga gym at 6:30.
Laverne & Lucy starts at 7.
2nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Party
Saturday, March 17, 2018
Foxy's Corned Beef/Cabbage and Corned Beef Rueben (prepared by Patty Moorhouse) and the tastiest Irish Mule's you can find anywhere!
Food starts at 11 am
Live Irish Celtic Music 5 - 8 pm
Lederhosen Meets the Kilt
Saturday, March 17, 2018

Come on out for some traditional German entrees with an Irish twist to celebrate St. Patty's Day! 

St. Patty's Party & Irish Cook-Off
Saturday, March 17, 2018 6 -9 pm
Join us for a night of Irish fusion fun. Jeff Menten & Paul Nye will be performing the best of Irish folk, dance, classical, rock, punk, and polka tunes. Jeff and Paul will debut their original Irish Punk Polka jig.
Spring Equinox Snowshoe Hike
Sunday, March 18, 2018

Meet at the South Entrance of Itasca State Park.  Total distance is 3.4 mile loop.  Bring your own snowshoes.
Scandinavian Crime Thrillers
Tuesday, March 20, 2018 1 - 2:30 pm
Jim Kaplan, Professor Emeritus at Minnesota State University Moorhead, will use video clips and novel excerpts to examine the worldwide popularity of such characters as Lisbeth Salander, Kurt Wallander, and Harry Hole. 
Lucky Hour
Thursday, March 22, 2018 2:30 - 4 pm

Join Knute Nelson for appetizers!  Reserved residents have a chance for a drawing for $300 off first months rent for Crystal Brook Senior Living.
My Fair Lady Auditions
Thursday - Saturday, March 22 -24, 2018
See events for times & locations

If you are interested in auditioning, see their website to schedule an audition.

American Legion Fish Fry 
Friday, March 23, 2018 5-7 pm

The All Veterans Memorial is hosting a fish fry at the American Legion in Park Rapids. Come on out and bring the family!  
Fireman's Ball
Saturday, March 24, 2018 7 -11:55 pm

Get out of the winter blues, get out our of the house and have some fun!  Three bands, alcohol will be served, plenty of room for dancing! 
Morning Buzz at Edward Jones
Tuesday, March 27, 2018 7:45 - 8:30 am
Morning Buzz is a monthly casual fast-paced business networking event where you of your employees can share in a light continental breakfast, short presentation & business announcements. 
Lunch & Learn - Design with Intention
Thursday, March 29, 2018 11 am - 1 pm
Join us in the Northwoods Bank Community Room for a discussion on "Design with Intention". Josh Heriot of Heriot Creative will share his expertise on the importance of brand image.
Park Theatre - Weekly movie show times!

A quaint theater with a classic neon marquee presents mainstream movies with standard concessions.

Cribbage Fridays
Fridays
There's something about beer, board games, and a cozy taproom after a long week at work.  Join us for some cribbage, fresh craft beer and take your chance at prize money.
Cut the Deck
Foxy's Bar & Grill - Meat Raffle and Karaoke/DJ Friday!
Fridays starting at 7 PM
It was such a blazing success last week, we're doing it again!!  $1/ticket, 30 tickets/board, MANY boards!!  
All Day Hoppy Hour & Beer+Board Games
Sundays starting at 11 am

All Day Hoppy Hour & Beer + Board Games
Every Sunday enjoy $1 off pints and $2 off growler fills all day! Plus choose from our library of board games to play.
Follow the links provided here to view ALL area Events!
2nd Street Stage Button Design Contest
The Park Rapids Downtown Business Association (PRDBA) is sponsoring a 2nd Street Stage button design contest with a $250 cash prize to the winner.
 
Cupkie Accounting is Accepting New Tax Clients

It's that time of year! Schedule a tax appointment with one of our professionals, or stop in today and drop your taxes off! We are located in Park Rapids and...
For all News Releases visit "CHAMBER NEWS" 
while you're at www.parkrapids.com
Kueber Eye Care Holds Ribbon Cutting
Kueber Eye Care held a ribbon cutting today to celebrate their new owner and completed remodeling.  Kueber Eye Care strives to be your go-to small town family eye practice providing excellent customer service and high quality products.
Week Long Spring Open House!
The Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is holding a Spring Open House April 16th through 20th.  If you own a Resort, Lodge, Hotel, Motel, RV Park, B&B, or Campground we would especially like to...
For all News Releases visit " CHAMBER NEWS"
while you're at www.parkrapids.com
Window, Patio Door and Sunroom Discounts!
It's never too early to think spring with Better Living Concepts.  They've got great discounts on windows, patio doors and a new sunroom if you book early.  Get a free motor with purchase of...
Check out ALL of the HOT DEALS
when you visit us @ www.parkrapids.com
Seasonal Parks & Recreation Worker
Our client located in Park Rapids, MN is looking for 2 individuals to fill the positions of parks and recreation workers. These positions will be for a 6 month period, working approximately 40 hours per week. The duties of these works will include...
Housekeeping & Front Desk
Super 8 Motel in Park Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:
Full-time Housekeeping
Full-time Front Desk 2 positions ( Morning & Evening Shifts).  Please apply in person at Super 8 Motel.
Home Health Aide (HHA)
PT Overnight HHA position available to provide overnight support for residents. Starting wage $13/hr for this shift, plus additional pay if currently a CNA! Paid training. No experience is required, but additional pay for experience. Benefits include...
for a current list  of JOB OPENINGS in the area!
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March 2018
March 16, 2018
Dear Valued Member,
 
RE: Process to follow to post on Every Friday News

At the Chamber, we strive to facilitate a robust and informative website where information can be found easily. Member's Business Directory  Listing, Events, News, Hot Deals, Job Postings, etc. are all a part of  parkrapids.com.   

Every Friday News (EFN) links to what is active on our website. We do our best to link to upcoming events at least 2 weeks prior to the event date. Because there is limited space available on the newsletter each week, it is important to follow the instructions here when submitting to be added to EFN.
 
The first step:  Make sure that your submission - to be - is already listed on  parkrapids.com .  This can be done through the Member Portal by either completing a Hot Deal, Job Posting, News Release or Event.
 
Once you've entered your information through the Member Portal please submit a request for placement to Erin Cox at erin@parkrapids.com  . Keep in mind that space is limited in Every Friday News and not everything can squeeze in every week.
 
Email your  request for submission to Erin Cox no later than
10 a.m.  on  WEDNESDAY s!

Schedule a  Solo eBlast for your Hot Deal, Job Posting, News Release or Event are available for only $75.  (one per week, by appointment only)

If you do not know how to log in to your Member Portal - please contact, Member & Guest Service Agent, Teresa Leshovsky .  If you do not know how to complete a Hot Deal, Job Posting, News Release or Event - please click on the link provided  here .

MIC - Member How-To Training Materials |  Call (218) 732-4111 for assistance.