Weekly PRLA Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Member News and Calendar of Events Updates!
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NORTHERN MINNESOTA'S PREMIERE 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS DISPLAY!
The Park Rapids Rotary Club proudly announces the 4th of July Rotary Fireworks will brighten our evening on Independence Day this year.
The club continues to seek contributions to the Park Rapids Rotary Foundation Fireworks Fund, a 501(c)3 so donations are 100 percent tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Donors whose contributions are received by Wednesday, June 23 will be recognized in Rotary’s full-page newspaper ad which will be published July 3.
All fireworks payed for by local contributions
Checks, made payable to the Park Rapids Rotary Foundation, may be mailed to the Foundation at P.O. Box 704, Park Rapids, MN 56470
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TAKE A KID FISHING WEEKEND
Friday Jun 11, 2021 Sunday Jun 13, 2021
KICK OFF A NEW FAMILY ACTIVITY
During Take a Kid Fishing weekend Friday, June 11, through Sunday, June 13, Minnesota residents can fish without licenses if they take children 15 or younger fishing with them.
“Time spent fishing with kids tends to be full of smiles, fun and connection,” said Benji Kohn, volunteer mentor program coordinator with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “Fishing can teach kids patience, build their confidence and turn into a great family bonding experience.”
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NEVIS LIONS FAMILY NIGHT FISH FRY
Friday Jun 11, 2021
4:00 PM-6:30 PM
NEVIS LIONS FAMILY NIGHT FISH FRY Bring the whole family!
Everyone is Welcome. Muskie Pavilion 4pm - 6:30pm
Fish dinner Includes: fish, french fries, coleslaw, and lemonade $10. Kids hot dog or fish meal $5
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SHE SHED SALE!
Saturday Jun 12, 2021
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
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Castaways are back! Call to make reservations! 218-732-5270
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JAKE BIRDSEYE AT FOXY'S BAR & GRILL
Saturday Jun 12, 2021
6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Jake Birdseye
Acoustic Country
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League of Women Voters Park Rapids Area would like to thank everyone who helped us celebrate our Centennial (a year late). When the League was founded 100 years ago, its main mission was to educate voters on the major issues of the day. One of the “hottest topics” recently has been whether and how to support a change from gas power vehicles to all electrical vehicles. Most everyone has seen the articles and heard programs on the pros and cons of this change, but this is usually from a state or national view point. MORE
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THE 15TH ANNUAL MOONDANCE JAMMIN COUNTRY FEST IS SET FOR JUNE 17-19, 2021.
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASES BY PHONE OR ONLINE. ORDER YOUR TICKETS AND CAMPING TOGETHER TO AVOID SEPARATE PROCESSING & HANDLING CHARGES.
2020 TICKETS, CAMPING & LAWN CHAIR TAGS THAT WERE PURCHASED LAST YEAR WILL BE VALID FOR MOONDANCE JAMMIN COUNTRY FEST 15 IN 2021
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All reserved camping is sold on a "first-come, first-served" priority basis. Please be sure to look at the maps before calling to pick your campsite. If your group will need multiple reserved campsites, please let us know when you call so that we can make sure they are together. Prices & camping options listed below.
- VIP DOES NOT INCLUDE PARKING OR CAMPING.
- All 3 Day tickets include entrance to the Pre Jam Party on Wednesday. If you want to camp Wednesday night, make sure to order 4 day camping passes. Lawn chairs in the concert area require the purchase of a lawn chair tag.
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Get tickets to both Moondance Jam & Moondance Jammin Country Fest and you can get Friends of Moondance pass that includes your own party and other perks.
MOONDANCE EVENTS, PO BOX 969, WALKER, MN 56484
TICKET OFFICE: 218-836-1055
MONDAY - FRIDAY 9 A.M. - 4P.M.
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Morning Buzz is a monthly networking opportunity that keeps you in tune with the heartbeat of our local business community.
Each month Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber and Chamber Ambassadors will interview a Chamber Member. The participants will have an opportunity to share what's currently going on with their business.
Join us as we connect with new member, Pedego Electric Bikes.
We will be meeting at Pedego Electric Bikes, 209 Main Ave S, Park Rapids, MN 56470.
At the end of each “Morning Buzz” we also draw for prizes! If you like being "in the know" then this is an event you'll want to attend monthly. Admission is just $5 (Members only $3).
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AKELEY PAUL BUNYAN DAYS
Friday Jun 25, 2021 Sunday Jun 27, 2021
The first story of the legendary Paul Bunyan to appear in print was published in Akeley, MN in 1916. Paul Bunyan Days celebrates the spirit of the Northwoods loggers whose long evenings of tall-tale telling created the strongest and largest lumberjack of them all, Paul Bunyan.
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OPEN FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY. CLOSED WED & THUR. CASH ONLY! DOORS OPEN AT 6:30PM.
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TICKETS
Adults: 13 & Over - $8.00
Children: 12 & Under - $7.00
3-D Movies: $2.00 Extra
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NOW SHOWING
A QUIET PLACE PART 2
RATED PG-13
HORROR/THRILLER
PETER RABBIT 2: THE RUNAWAY
RATED PG
FAMILY
SPIRIT UNTAMED
RATED PG
ANIMATION/ADVENTURE/FAMILY
**Movie Times Subject to Change or Not Shown.**
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Every Saturday through Sept 25, 2021
9:00 AM-1:00 PM
Visit with our friendly vendors who provide a wide variety of only handmade or homegrown products; such as fresh picked produce, baked breads & sweets, jams, jellies & salsa, local grass-fed beef, pork, and chicken, hand-harvested wild rice, maple syrup, raw honey, handmade cards, woodworking & sewn items, plant based soaps, organic lip butters & lotions, jewelry, and much more.
This year we will foster community by including local not-for-profit service organizations. We will also showcase some local artists and be graced with music by local musicians.
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DORSET CORNER LIQUOR - SENIOR DAY - TUESDAYS-10% OFF-58 AND OLDER
TUESDAY IS SENIOR DAY!
Dorset Corner Liquor - Senior Day - Tuesdays-10% Off-58 and Up
Come in and see us or Curbside Pickup is available.
Call ahead at: 218-732-1770
Have your credit card ready when you call.
We'll get your order ready.
Call us when you are in the parking lot and we'll bring your order out to you!
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Nothing better than a great pan of pizza, and pint of beer. Introducing our first of many, Pint + A Pie Wednesdays, a collaboration with Village Square Pizza & Ice Cream Parlor. For just $10, get yourself a full pour of Portage craft beer, and a 9" single topping pizza. Tunes, zza, and beer. Come by anytime from 4-8 to take advantage of this deal.
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NOON HOUR CONCERT
Thursday's-12:15 PM-12:45 PM
St. Johns Lutheran Church
803 1st St. W., Park Rapids
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Angie Doty will be presenting an organ concert titled “Pulling Out the Stops”. It will feature grand works by Buxtehude, Karg-Elert, a delightful arrangement of “Count Your Blessings, by Dan Miller, and other organ pieces sure to delight. |
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Who doesn't LOVE a
Meat Raffle?
Come to Foxy's Bar & Grill for
one of the BEST in the neighborhood.
Win from a GREAT selection of meats. All
proceeds go to PR Hockey Assn.
Get there early for a seat!!
Happy Hour 3-6 PM
Chef Specials- Ask your Server
Meat Raffle 7 PM
Meat you there!!
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COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR RENT
BRUHN PLAZA
1011 1ST ST. E (HWY 34)
Commercial Space for Rent
1500 Square feet
Prime location
Great Parking
Handicapped accessible
1000 Square foot Main Sales floor
3 back offices/ storage rooms
Light up sign space available
Additional Sign space available on building
Contact Mike Bruhn at 218-252-2683
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MEMORIAL DAY SPECIAL
HIGH NOON VARIETY PACKS ONSALE $18.99 PLUS $4.00 MAIL IN REBATE- REGULAR PRICED $21.99
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You name it; I logo it!
As my way to give back to the community, I am offering a 10% discount on ALL ORDERS. No project is too big or small. I am here to help bring your brand/message to life and get you noticed!
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ARE YOU READY TO JOIN THE PARK RAPIDS LAKES AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & TOURISM?
Chamber members enjoy the credibility that comes from participation in the organization. Consumers and colleagues alike recognize our members’ commitment to collaboration and prosperity in the Park Rapids Lakes Area.
Chamber members enjoy the credibility that comes from participation in the organization. Consumers and colleagues alike recognize our members’ commitment to collaboration and prosperity in the Heartland Lakes Area.
Click here for our Membership Brochure to see pricing structure, membership types and testimonials.
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ENJOY
Enjoy has over 250 kinds of bulk candies, specialty chocolates, and our very own fresh fudge. Bubble waffle cones are our signature ice cream treat, along with fresh waffle cones, 12 creamy flavors of ice cream and an assortment of toppings.
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PEDEGO ELECTRIC BIKES
Pedego Park Rapids is a locally-owned store where you'll be treated like family. We are the region's foremost electric bike experts offering sales, rentals, accessories, and service. Pedego® stands for premium quality and local service. There is no substitute for a brick and mortar store in your community. Stop by and try a Pedego for free. Once you ride a Pedego, everything else is just an e-bike. Hello, fun?
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Celebrate America's birthday in Park Rapids!
Plans are underway at the Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism for the 4th July parade, scheduled to start at 11 AM.
Today, Friday, June 11, 2021 is the last day for the Early Bird Price!
Sponsorship 2021
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FISHING REPORT JUNE 10, 2021
Bass, pike , walleye , and panfish are all providing great fishing opportunities throughout the Park Rapids region. Look for bass along any shoreline cover, under docks, weed beds, or the deep weed line. White spinnerbaits and black plastic worms are working great in the 6-12 ft. depth ranges.
Pike can also be found in those same areas-but beef up your bait a little bigger with a lot more flash like a Johnson Silver Minnow spoon worked through the thicker weeds.
Walleye are set up in a variety of depths, but the 12-17’ range was the best this week. Leeches were by far the favorite bait tipped on a 1/8 oz. orange jig head.
Sunnies and crappies are still hanging around in the weed beds just outside the spawning areas. Look for them in 5-10 ft of water and use 1/16 oz jigs loaded with a small white or grey plastic curly tail grub and cast the bait and slowly retrieve the baits through the weeds about 3 ft under the surface.
Lotsa Fish! Lotsa Fun!
Minnesota Fishing Guide Service
218-732-9919
Capt Josh Hagemeister.
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LEAD MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
CHI St. Joseph's Health is looking to hire a responsible and compassionate Maintenance Engineer Technician with top-notch maintenance skills and techniques , a caring attitude, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. It is also important to display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to effectively performs preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment, systems and structures throughout the facility.
As a Lead Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality skills necessary to test, inspect, repair, operate, maintain, and calibrate the Plant Operations systems (vertically transport, HVAC, plumbing, boiler, steam, chiller, medical gas, refrigeration, power distribution, emergency power, fire detection and suppression systems, and communications). Additionally, as the Lead Engineer you’ll have additional duties and responsibilities including but not limited to scheduling, mentoring, educating and training new staff, work direction, ordering and other duties as assigned. Maintain facilities safety culture for all patients, visitors and staff.
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CABIN CLEANERS
Hiring Cabin Cleaners at Knotty Pines Resort in Nevis. Saturdays in June, July, August. Competitive pay and End of Summer Bonus! Great way to earn extra cash this Summer! Call Beth at 218-732-5466.
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MAINTENANCE OR GROUNDSKEEPING
1 day a week, or perhaps 4 days a week (part-time or full.) Looking for someone who could at least use a weed wacker, push mower, brush off grills, stock the sauna with wood, and do chores around the resort. (This means 16 years or older according to Child Labor Laws working with equipment.) Ideal: someone with minor fixit skills. :) Hourly wage depending on experience. Contact Ryan, 218 252 7769 or ahr@ahrneely.com
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GLIK’S IS HIRING AN ASSISTANT MANAGER!
Now hiring a part time Assistant Manager.
Glik's, a family owned retailer, is seeking enthusiastic individials interested in exciting career opportunities for our Park Rapids, MN location. Love shopping? Enjoy a 40% employee discount!
Pick up an application in our Park Rapids store or download one HERE. Applications can be returned to the Park Rapids store or emailed to 136@gliks.com. Must be 18 years or older.
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Banquet staff will be responsible for putting on events such as weddings, banquets, meetings, etc. Duties include set up, serving food and beverages, and tear down/clean up. Pay will be based on experience. Must be available on weekends.
Line cooks will be responsible for plating dishes and completing basic food prepping tasks. Main duties include preparing and cooking food in a specific station, cleaning up prep areas, and making sure the kitchen is stocked. Serve safe certification is preferred but not needed. Pay will be based on experience.
Our wait staff will be responsible for providing excellent customer service by taking orders, preparing them efficiently, and building a rapport with guests. Other duties include handling cash and card transactions and keeping the restaurant clean and tidy. Pay will be based on experience.
Jack Pines Resort is located in between Detroit Lakes and Park Rapids. We are a destination resort featuring; cabin rentals, restaurant, bar, and banquet facilities.
We are looking for friendly and hardworking individuals to join our team.
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LAKE ITASCA TOURS
BOAT DECKHAND
We have a hiring opportunity for 2 deck hands/cashiers, for the upcoming season! We will be underway, for tours, on Memorial Day Weekend, and will conduct training, with the new crew, throughout the month of May. You will learn a lot; and, if interested, we will log your hours, for you to take your captains license exam! Call Scott at 402-618-6807 or email
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SATURDAY CABIN CLEANERS
Northern Pine Lodge is now hiring Saturday cabin cleaners for the summer months. Please call
Kelly at 218-366-1497 for information about wages and starting date.
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ARCHITECT
As an Architect at Widseth, you’ll work alongside a team of architectural professionals on projects across Minnesota and North Dakota. The variety of projects include schools, offices, state and municipal facilities, hospitality, industrial and institutional buildings. If you have a passion to design on a variety of building types, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Your focus will be
LAND SURVEY TECHNICIAN
As a Land Survey Technician at Widseth, you’ll obtain data for a variety of projects such as residential and commercial survey projects, boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, subdivision platting, easement exhibits, flood insurance surveys, split lot surveys, commercial and parking staking. If you love variety of projects along with working outdoors, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Your focus will be
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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 but now that it's summer and there's so much going on, we can only fit so many things on the list.
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.
10 a.m. on WEDNESDAYs!
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)
Your Chamber. Your Source.
Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
PO Box 249 ● 1204 Park Avenue S, Park Rapids, MN 56470
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