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Side Lake Winter Festival

All of the Best Things in Winter Wrapped into a Winter Festival You Won’t Want to Miss!

The Side Lake Winter Festival will be taking place on January 21st at the Side Lake Community Center from 1PM – 4PM!  Make sure to bring your friends and family out to shake off some of those winter blues and to dive in to a day of winter fun. Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather as the event will be held outdoors! Visit their event on Facebook for updates and more! Or visit their website to see upcoming events with their 4 Seasons of Fun!

What to expect:

  • Ice Skating
  • Sledding
  • Snowshoeing
  • Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
  • “Human Curling”
  • Snow Maze
  • Local Craft Vendors
  • Snacks
  • Games
  • Inside Activities
Come out for very cool great time with a ton to do, because the best way to beat the winter is to get up and having fun. So bring everyone out and beat those winter blues with a lineup of games and activities that are sure to heat things up!
 
The Side Lake Winter Festival is free to attend and open to the public!
Questions, contact us at sidelakeevents@gmail.com
 
Check out our Chisholm Chamber website for more upcoming events as well as our community directory
 
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Discover Snowshoeing

Discover Snowshoeing This Winter at Minnesota Discovery Center

There are plenty of opportunities to discover snowshoeing this season with a few events planned at Minnesota Discovery Center (MDC). Reservations must be made in advance as there is limited availability for these guided tours; admission for members is $18 and $20 for non-members. To make your reservation now contact MDC at 218-254-7959!

Upcoming Snowshoe Hikes:

  • Snow Moon Snowshoe Hike – February 2nd starting at 5:30PM (Hike begins at 6PM) For this snowshoe hike, we’ll embark on a 3-mile (round trip) adventure to the historic Glen Location with our trained snowshoe guides. Our guides will point out fun facts and historic artifacts along the way. After exploring, will brew some hot cocoa and roast the perfect s’more over a bonfire in front of the Thompson Homestead. There’s something majestic about snowshoeing in the soft light of the February Snow Moon!
  • Snowshoe Adventure Hike – Saturday, February 25th 12:30PM to 3PM
  • Moonlit Snowshoe Hike – Thursday, March 9th 5:30PM to 8PM

Discover snowshoeing this winter and make some great memories on The Range!

If you would like to know more about Minnesota Discovery Center, their upcoming events, or would like to join their newsletter for instant updates visit them at their website!

Please note that the Minnesota Discovery Center’s cold weather policy permits that we cancel/postpone hikes if the temperature is below zero, unless guides suggest otherwise. Full refunds will be issued if MDC cancels the event and/or if cancellations are made at least 24 hours in advance of the event. If events are full, ask our admissions staff to add your name to the waiting list for that event and our staff will contact you if spots become available.

 

See more upcoming events and news at Chisholm Chamber!

 

Available Lodging

Iron Trail Campground – Open YEAR ROUND!! The Chisholm Iron Trail Campground is owned & operated by the City of Chisholm, offering full hookup and 7 tent sites.  Sites vary between 30/50 amp electric (see specific site information on Camplife.com), air conditioners, heaters and pets allowed. Clean restrooms, firewood, hot showers, dump station, laundry facilities, picnic tables, cable TV and high speed internet is available at most sites through Mediacom by creating an account with them.

Chisholm Inn & Suites – Welcome to your Home away from Home on the Iron Range! At Chisholm Inn & Suites, you can expect, and you deserve, clean, comfortable accommodations and great customer service. We pride ourselves on our deluxe hot breakfast, spacious, affordable rooms, free state-of-the-art wireless internet and willingness to make your stay a great one.

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Polar Bear Days are Here Again

The Coldest Festival of the Year

Polar Bear Days are here again February 8th – February 26th. Towards the end of winter the best, coldest, winter festival takes place in Chisholm with a variety of events including raffles, bingo, and more. Events are still being put together but a full list will be coming soon, so make sure to follow Polar Bear Days on Facebook for updates. 

 

Confirmed Events

February 8th

February 10th

  • 12th Annual Valentini’s Mixed Bean Bag Tourney
  • Bittersweet at Jim’s Sports Club Bar & Grill

February 11th

  • “I’m New Here” Iron Range Research Center Orientation Tour led by MDC Archivist Chris Welter
  • Vintage Snowmobiles at Tom & Jerry’s
  • Mixed Valentine’s Day Dart Tournament at Sidelines

February 13th

  • Tasting Party at Healthy Vibes – Learn more about Herbalife products, try some delicious & surprising options that you can order or take home. $5 tickets

February 14th

  • Valentine’s Day Dinner at Valentini’s

February 15th

  • Annual Chisholm Chamber $12,000 Raffle – Purchase your tickets at designated venues for your chance to win BIG! Side raffles, food, and drinks at Tom & Jerry’s Bar the evening of the raffle drawing.
  • Scavenger Hunt & Cookie Decorating at Chisholm Public Library

February 16th

  • Bring Your Own Partner Smear Tournament at Sidelines

February 18th

February 19th

  • Tom & Jerry’s Daytona Party
  • “Formerly Charles” at Jim’s

February 20th

  • Sidelines Smear

February 21st

  • Polar Bear Days Music Bingo at Jim’s
  • Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras at Jim’s

February 22nd

  • Boys & Girl’s Hoop Club Pasta Fundraiser at Valentini’s

February 23rd

  • Late Night at the Research Center

February 24th

  • All You Can Eat Fish Fry at Valentini’s

February 25th

  • Northern Traxx RideThe Annual Northern Traxx Polar Bear Days Ride will start at 10AM at Jim’s Sports Club with breakfast specials and will return at 8PM for in town fun!
  • Luau Party – The Annual Luau Party at Jim’s Sports Club Bar & Grill will feature music from Merchants of Swill
  • Sled the City
  • Chisholm Lion’s Club Kids Pajama Party
  • Snowshoe Adventure Hike
  • Pool Tournament at T &T DOM
  • “The Hooligans” at T&T DOM 

 

Ongoing Events

  • Pick up Your “Take & Make Craft” from Chisholm Library
  • “Never Dry: The Rise of Prohibition on The Iron Range” Exhibit at Minnesota Discovery Center
  • Youth & Adult Snowshoe Rentals at Minnesota Discovery Center
  • Tuesdays
    • Karaoke at Sidelines Sports Bar
  • Wednesdays
    • Storytime at Chisholm Public Library
    • Open Mic at T&T DOM
  • Thursdays – 
    • Wheel of Meat at T&T DOM
  • Fridays – 
    • Freeze! It’s Fish Friday at Jim’s
    • Friday Night Meat Raffle at Jim’s
    • Karaoke at T&T DOM
  • Saturdays – 
    • Soup Saturday at Valentini’s 

 

 

Want your event included?

If you would like to have YOUR event included in out Polar Bear Days calendar please contact us at info@chisholmchamber.com or visit us at our Chamber office to inquire.  

 

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United Way Annual Fund Distribution

United Way of North East Minnesota will be holding their United Way Annual Fund Distribution on March 7th at Minnesota North College from 8am-2pm and they need volunteers! In this eye-opening experience, you will learn the level of need for United Way and the power of involvement with UWNEMN and their 42 partner agencies.

What can you expect?

  • After local non-profits complete the grant application, they are separated into panels based on their scope of service.
  • As a volunteer, you are assigned to a panel with 8-10 other volunteers that is led by a UWNEMN member. Then, as a group your panel:
    • Reviews 3-4 applications on your own time
    • Sets up site visits for each organization.
    • Interviews your assigned agencies on Fund Distribution Day (details below) and gives recommendations

*The total time commitment is 15 hours.

 

UWNEMN believes in a broad representation of the community helps make this process thrive. The deadline for organizing panels is January 17th. If you are interested in participating in The United Way Annual Fund Distribution sign up today as rosters fill up very quickly! Get in on this opportunity to get involved with an organization that does so much for the region and be a part of the change!

 

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MDC January Member Perk

Get the Most from your MDC January Member Perk! – Save an Extra 10% when you gift a year of MDC Membership!

Are you a member? Now through the end of January, MDC members can save when they gift a year of membership to family or friends. That’s 20% off total with your automatic member discount! Promotion cannot be combined with any other discount. Watch our Facebook page, website and monthly email updates for a new member perk
each month! Take advantage of the MDC January Member Perk and get in on upcoming Minnesota Discovery Center events!

Watch our Facebook page, website and monthly email updates for a new member perk each month!

The Minnesota Discovery Center holds events throughout the year including Glen location snowshoe hikes during the winter months that you may schedule guided tours for. Check out their latest attractions such as the brand new “Never Dry” Prohibition Era exhibit, their research center, fat tire bike trails, & the Miner’s Daughter gift shop for some great gifts! Discover something new at MDC this winter at Minnesota Discovery Center! 

Not a member yet? Become a member today by signing up online at www.mndiscoverycenter.com or by calling
218-254-7959. Perks begin the day you become a member!

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Galentine’s Day Party

All women are invited to Chisholm Assembly of God for their Galentine’s Day Party. It is a Valentines day party for all gals. Sunday, February 5th at 2 pm we will have a Galentine’s Day Party with cookie decorating, games, lots of yummy appetizers and sweets, photo booth, giveaways and more! It’s going to be a fun ladies only party to bring your girlfriends out to or for a mother-daughter day out! Bring the ladies out for a wholesome day of fun & games after one of the most stressful holidays of the year (Valentine’s Day). Decompress, destress, & have a day dedicated entirely to you and all women!

Leave the boys at home and have a YOU day!

Chisholm Assembly of God would love all participating women to come together for a fun time of fellowship and getting to know each other better! We will have a women’s devotional as well. Please sign up at the back table to attend or mark “attending” on their Facebook event page.

Don’t miss out on Chisholm Assembly of God’s other events such as their monthly breakfast!

If you would like to know more about Chisholm Assembly of God, their events & their mission visit them at their website!

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Family Night at Chisholm Baptist

Family Night at Chisholm Baptist is held Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm at Chisholm Baptist Church. Since 1906 Chisholm Baptist has sought to serve the Minnesota Iron Range and continue to do so by providing a family activity/club that is open to everyone. Make sure to come out to Family Night at Chisholm Baptist for learning, community, and family fun!
 
Children and students must fill out this form prior to attending: https://chisholmbaptist.breezechms.com/form/92d8a3207236
 
Children:
JAM Jr. for age 3 through Kindergarten
JAM for grades 1-4
Club 56 for grades 5 & 6
 
For the youth:
Jr. High EDGE for grades 7 & 8
Sr. High Reach for grades 9-12
 
For adults:
Adult Study, Hebrews | 6:30pm
Women’s Bible Study | 6:30pm
Adult Study, | 7:00pm
 
If you would like to know more about Chisholm Baptist Church, their events, their hours as well as their mission with the community visit them at their website. Find a ton of resources on their homepage including a live stream and articles. You can also find Chisholm Baptist on Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, and Youtube too! Follow them on their socials to see more of what they are about and get to know a huge member of our community.
 
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Fossil Lab & Paleontology Recap

The Fossil Lab & Paleontology Recap will be at the Minnesota Discovery Center on January 21st from 2-8PM!

Did you know the Minnesota Discovery Center now operates one of the ONLY public dig sites for fossils in Minnesota? That’s right, we now hold the collections for the Hill Annex Paleontology Project in partnership with the Science Museum of Minnesota!

So….we want you to come #discover the fossils we’ve unearthed over the last year here in northern Minnesota at our Open Fossil Lab from 2-5pm. This portion of the event is free and open to the public. Bring the kids and get a picture with our mascot dinosaur!

Light refreshments (coffee, cookies, water) will be served throughout the day.

2-5PM OPEN FOSSIL LAB (FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC)

Stop by the Minnesota Discovery Center and discover 90-million year old fossils at our open fossil lab from 2-5pm! This event will take place in our fossil lab, which requires shuttle pick up at the winter entrance. We will be running the shuttle to the fossil lab every 15 minutes from 2-5pm.

6-8PM MEMBERS ONLY ANNUAL PALEONTOLOGY RECAP
Minnesota Discovery Center and Hill Annex Paleontology Members are invited to the Members Only Annual Paleo Recap presented by MDC Paleontologist, John Westgaard. Learn about significant fossil discoveries, explore our fossil display, engage with our paleontologist, and find out how you can contribute to our fossil programming as a citizen scientist! Don’t miss this great event!

Discover more online at MnDiscoveryCenter.com or call 218-254-7959.

 

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Chisholm Cash

Chisholm Cash

Want a great way to shop local at a discount? With Chisholm Cash you spend $25 for the price of $35 in cash certificates, and just in time for the holidays too! Get all of your gifts in town for an easy discount and make the holidays a breeze this season. 

 

Useable at any Chisholm business and spend smart, shop local! And if you are unable to use them by the end of the season, no worries, they don’t expire until the end of December of next year! So feel free to hold on to them for some early summer gear once the season rolls back around again. Certificates will also be available for purchase in-person during the Chamber Holiday Expo, so stop by and see us as we are around town and grab some certificates from us as you do some shopping downtown!

 

Purchase $25 and get an additional $10 in certificates FREE! These cash certificates can be used at any participating Chisholm business. Limit (2) $25 certificates per individual. Certificates will be mailed to you to the address you provide or you may pick them up at our Chamber office.  

Purchase Chamber Cash HERE.

Visit our Chamber store and purchase your Chamber Cash while supplies last!

 

 

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Holly Jolly

 

Where & When

Chisholm Kiwanis Holly Jolly will be at Minnesota Discovery Center on December 15th from 4PM-7PM 

What to Expect

  • Free Dinner & take your own picture with Santa!
  • “Elf Pets: Santa’s St. Bernards Save Christmas” Movie
  • Music
  • Face Painting
  • Crafts & Games

Please bring a Food Shelf Donation to Chisholm Kiwanis Holly Jolly, tis’ the season of giving, after all! And Jingle All the Range ornaments will also be available, so get a seasonal collectible while you’re there!

 

Kiwanis Club

The Chisholm Kiwanis Club sponsors many family activities through the year including Ice Fishing contests, Miss Chisholm, Bobber on the Lake, Kids Day at the Minnesota Museum of Mining, and Holly Jolly Holiday. 

The Kiwanis Club of Chisholm meets Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. at Valentini’s Supper Club, 31 W Lake Street, Chisholm, MN. 55713.

 

Chisholm Food Shelf

We are dedicated to ending hunger in our community.

The Chisholm Food Shelf distributes approximately 99,000 pounds of food annually and serves the areas of Buhl, Kinney, Balkan, and Side Lake.

Our services include on site food distribution at our downtown Chisholm Food Shelf location and a once-a-month food van delivery drop off at the Martin Hughes Garage and State Street Apartments in Buhl.

 

Read more about Chisholm Kiwanis & see what else they have coming up for events!

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