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Celebrate Side Lake

Come out and celebrate Side Lake this August and enjoy FREE games, entertainment, prizes and more! This event is open to everyone and will held on August 17th 2023 from 3PM to 7PM. This will be the 3rd annual Celebrate Side Lake and will include activities for ALL ages including LIVE music from Ted Freyer & Steve Solkela, twisting balloon sculptures, Cook’s Country Connection, face painting, bingo, bounce houses, and plenty of other activities that will be a blast for the whole family!

Food trucks will be on site for to purchase tasty meals & treats throughout the day along with 40 crafters & vendors with a variety of goods for attendees to peruse. 

When:

August 17th 2023 3PM-7PM

Where:

Side Lake Community Center Pavillion Area 7548 Hwy 5 Side Lake, MN

 

It’s sure to be a great time and a perfect close out to the summer season! Bring your friends and family for what is sure to be an amazing evening, we hope to see you there! 

For more info visit the official Side Lake website

OR call (218) 254-3297

 

Want to see more news and events in the Chisholm Area? Visit us at our official Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce website!

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St. Louis County Fair

St. Louis County Fair, the five best days of summer, are on the way! From August 2nd to August 6th the St. Louis County Fair will be at the Fairgrounds at the Minnesota Discovery Center and there’s a LOT to look forward to this year! There will be rides, a variety of food vendors, shows performances & more!

Visit the St. Louis County Fair website for more info & updates!

Schedule of Events

Wednesday

  • 3PM – GATES OPEN – Free treat to the first 100 kids through the main gate — Thank You to Super One Foods!
  • 4PM – Flag Raising
  • 7PM – Iron Range Funk Machine LIVE
  • Midway-OPEN 3PM-11PM (All wristbands $30

Thursday

  • 8AM – 4-H Horse Show – M
  • 11AM – GATES OPEN – Free treat to first 100 kids through the main gate — Thank You to Super One Foods!
  • 11:30AM – Rabbit Demonstration — N
  • 1PM – Sherwin Linton Band– U & Book Reading/Giveaway — O
  • 1:30PM – 4-H Poultry Demonstration — N
  • 3:30PM – 4-H Goat Demonstration –N
  • 4PM – Book Reading/Giveaway — O
  • 7PM – Bull Riding — J (Thank you to Holmes Recycling, Starkovich Distributors, Mahkahta Trucking, Northland Lining)
  • 8PM – “DOC” Thronson Band — U

Friday (Kids Day: All Kids 12 and Under are FREE until 5 PM)

  • 11AM – GATES OPEN – Free Treat to First 100 Kids through the main gate – Thank You to Super One Foods!
  • 11AM – 4-H Pet Show — U & Laser Tag — R
  • 11:30AM – 4-H Swine Demonstration — G & Kids Clinic — O
  • Noon – Inflatables — O
  • 1PM – Steven Solkela LIVE — U ; Book Reading Giveaway — O ; 4-H Dog Trick Show — M ; 4-H Engineering/Design Stem Day — F
  • 2:30PM – Steven Solkela LIVE — U ; Big Air ATV Show — J
  • 3PM – 4-H Drill Team Performance — M
  • 3:30PM – 4-H Beef Demonstration — G
  • 4PM – 4-H Performing Arts Show — U ; Book Reading/Giveaway — O
  • 4:30PM – Big Air ATV Show — J
  • 5PM – Steven Solkela LIVE — U ; Pedal to the Metal Pull — O ; 4-H Drill Team Performance — M
  • 6PM – 4-H Sheep Demonstration — G
  • 7PM – Big Air ATV Show — J
  • 8PM – Bittersweet Band LIVE – U
  • Midway- Open to Noon-11PM (Noon-5PM Wristbands $25 ; 5PM-Close Wristbands $30)

Saturday

  • 8AM – WSCA Horse Show
  • 11AM – GATES OPEN – Free treat to first 100 kids through main gate — Thank You to Super One Foods! ; Inflatables — R
  • 11:30AM – 4-H Livestock Demonstrations — G
  • 1 PM – Book Reading/Giveaway — O
  • 1:30PM – Steven Solkela LIVE — U
  • 2PM – Cody Hofsommer Forging Demo — O
  • 3:30PM – Steven Solkela LIVE — U
  • 4PM – Book Reading/Giveaway — O
  • 5:30PM – Steven Solkela LIVE — U
  • 6PM – 4-H Graduation
  • 8PM – 4 Dudes Band LIVE — U
  • Midway – Noon-11PM (All wristbands $30)

Sunday

  • 10AM – Funday Horse Show
  • 11AM – GATES OPEN – Free treat to the first 100 kids through main gate (Thank You to Super One Foods!) ; Classic Car Show — R
  • 11:30AM – 4-H Supreme Showmanship — G
  • 1PM – Little Mr. or Miss Pageant — U
  • 1:30PM – 4-H Drill Team Performance — J
  • 3PM – 4-H Market Livestock Ribbon Auction — G
  • 6PM – Premium check issued — At the Counter Service kiosk by the main gate — E
  • Midway – Open 11AM-Noon (Wristbands $30)

Want to see more news and events in the Chisholm area? Visit us at our Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce website for more!

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Doc “Moonlight” Graham Days

Doc “Moonlight” Graham Days are around the corner once again! Doc “Moonlight” Graham Days will begin on August 2nd and go through August 6th, so save the date and make sure not to miss out on a great time! There’s going to be plenty going on this year with the city-wide celebration of the local legend, Doc “Moonlight”, so make sure to bring your friends and family out and join in the party! 

Visit the Doc “Moonlight” Graham Days Facebook page for updates, photos, videos & more!

Wednesday, August 2nd

  • Last Man Standing – Open House at the Senior Citizen Center & American Legion – Coffee & Goodies all day – Public invited to view Chisholm Picture Display – 9:00 AM
  • Redhead Shuttle Service – to beach area & southern side of the MTB Park ($6) – Redhead Park full & half day kayak rentals available!! – 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Local Author Visit – Cory Kolodji “Hiking the Appalachian Trail” at Chisholm Public Library – 1:00 PM
  • Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce Moonlight Festival Bingo – Valentini’s Supper Club – 6:00 PM

Thursday, August 3rd

  • Last Man Standing – Open House at the Senior Citizen Center & American Legion – Coffee & Goodies all day – Public invited to view Chisholm Picture Display – 9:00 AM
  • “The Real Moonlight Graham: A Life Well Lived” Documentary – shown every hour, on the hour – Minnesota Discovery Center (regular admission fees apply from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM & FREE from 3:00 PM-8:00 PM)
  • Bluestreak Scramble Golf – Wolfridge Golf Course – Banquet at Tom & Jerry’s to follow – $110 per golfer – Register by calling Travis at 218-966-0137 – 9:00 AM
  • Redhead Shuttle Service – to beach area & southern side of the MTB Park ($6) – Redhead Park full & half day kayak rentals available!! – 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Bands, Brews & BBQ at The Rustic Pig Food Court w/ LIVE Music from Joe Filipovich – Minnesota Discovery Center – 4:00 PM-8:00 PM
  • LIVE music on the patio at Jim’s6:00 PM

Friday, August 4th

  • Last Man Standing – Open House at the Senior Citizen Center & American Legion – Coffee & Goodies all day – Public invited to view Chisholm Picture Display – 9:00 AM
  • Spinning & Weaving Demonstrators – Loom Exhibit & Homestead Exhibit – Minnesota Discovery Center – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Redhead Shuttle Service – to beach area & southern side of the MTB Park ($6) – Redhead Park full & half day kayak rentals available!! – 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • Classic Up North Minnesota Fish Fry with Salad Bar – Jim’s Sports Club, Bar & Grill – 11:00 AM – until sold out!
  • Chisholm Beautification Association Ribbon Cutting – Bruce Mine Head Frame – 1:00 PM
  • Doc “Moonlight” Graham Car Cruise – Lake Street – 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
  • LIVE music by Velvet Jones – Outside patio at Jim’s Sports Club, Bar & Grill – 7:00 PM

Saturday, August 5th

  • 30West Sunrise Group Hike – Redhead MTB Park – 8:00 AM
  • Last Man Standing – Open House at the Senior Citizen Center & American Legion – Coffee & Goodies all day – Public invited to view Chisholm Picture Display – Hot Dogs & Chips after the parade! – 9:00 AM
  • Doc “Moonlight” Graham Festival Specials – Healthy Vibes – FREE cold water – FREE samples – Prize Drawings throughout the day – 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
  • Spinning & Weaving Demonstrators – Loom Exhibit & Homestead Exhibit – Minnesota Discovery Center – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Redhead Shuttle Service – to beach area & southern side of the MTB Park ($6) – Redhead Park full & half day kayak rentals available!! – 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
  • DOC “MOONLIGHT” PARADE – Lake Street – 12:00 PM
  • Bouncin’ Around Downtown – Kiwanis Park – Sponsored by Chamber Activities Committee, Independent Electric, Iron Range Carpet Cleaning, & MJM Construction – After Parade-3:30 PM
  • Pizza & Salad Bar Buffet – Jim’s Sports Club, Bar & Grill – After Parade
  • Good Ole Fashion Pie Social – Pie, Ice cream & Coffee $5 at Faith Lutheran Church – Proceeds to benefit the Chisholm Food Shelf & the United Way of NE MN Buddy Backpack Program – 1:00 PM-3:30 PM
  • “Sheltered Reality” Performing at Kiwanis Park – Sponsored by Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce – 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
  • Ice Cream Social – Kiwanis Park – Sponsored by Chisholm Kiwanis Club – 1:30 PM
  • Doc “Moonlight” Graham Days Car Show – Lake Street – 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
  • LIVE music by “Joe Flip” – outside patio of Jim’s Sports Club, Bar & Grill – 7:00 PM
  • LIVE music by “Siz 9’s” – Tom & Jerry’s Bar – 8:00 PM
  • Field of Dreams FREE Movie Night – Kiwanis Park – Sponsored by Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce – 9:00 PM

Want to see more upcoming events & news in the Chisholm area? Visit us at our Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce website for more info!

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Iron Man Market Community Night Out

The Iron Man Market Community Night Out will be hosted by the Chisholm Lions Club & Jim’s Sports Club Bar & Grill on July 27th and August 24th. This is a great opportunity for some professional & community networking on top of a great chance to bring the family out for a fun night out!

LIVE music on the patio, team building activities, complimentary eats, and vendors of food, crafts & art!

The street will be blocked off near Kiwanis Park (Sabin’s Lot) to 2nd Avenue for the duration of the event as well, so plan your driving route accordingly!

This is also a Chisholm Lions Club Membership Drive. Learn more about the Chisholm Lions Club on their official FB Page!

Where & When

July 27th & August 24th; 4 PM – 9 PM

Want to be a vendor?

This is a great opportunity to showcase your business, art, or crafts! To become a vendor contact:

Jed at (218) 966-0697

OR

Kelly Harris at (218) 969-7342

All tables, power cords, cloths, tents, canopies, etc. will be provided by vendor/business. 

Iron Man Market Community Night Out digital flyer

Want to see more upcoming events and news in the Chisholm area? Visit us at our Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce website for more!

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LIVE at Jim’s

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Martin Motors Grand Opening

Martin Motors Grand Opening will be taking place on July 1st from 10AM-2PM! Attendees should bring a canned food item for entry which will go toward the Chisholm Food Shelf. Check out all of the deals offered by Martin Motors while enjoying LIVE music by Hobo Revival, a car show & some lunch from the High on the Hog BBQ food stand!

The Martin Motors Grand Opening event will be held at 12 Central Ave. N, Chisholm, MN.

Whether you’re shopping for your daughter’s first car, a luxurious touring SUV, or a tough, reliable work pickup, Martin Motors always have something on the lot to match your budget and needs. Stop in & meet with their sales team and get to know the owners while discussing what you might be looking for. They have been working hard to bring Chisholm, MN one of the finest selections of pre-owned and certified used vehicles. Stop by today to browse their inventory of quality cars, hard-working pickups, and family-friendly vans and SUVs.

Visit Martin Motors on their official website to check out their inventory, featured vehicles & more!

Want to see more upcoming events in the Chisholm area? Visit us at our Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce website for more!

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Music in the Pocket Park

MorningBird Duo, LIVE at Pocket Park

Musician Line-up:

  • June 20th – Steve Solkela
  • June 27th – Toby Infrozato
  • July 11th – Karl Sundquist
  • July 18th – Morning Bird Trio
  • July 25th – Rosanne Omersa – Button Box
  • August 1st – Kim Nagler Grillo
Music in the Pocket Park Audience

Lake Street will sing this Summer from Music in the Pocket Park

Music in the Pocket Park is back this summer!

The Chisholm Pocket Park located on 118 W Lake Street will once again feature local artists & performers every Tuesday from 6 PM- 8PM every Tuesday starting on July 20th until the beginning of August, with the exception of July 4th.

The miniature park is decked out with wonderful art, seating, small garden areas and during performances will even sometimes have guest food trucks for attendees to enjoy!

What better way to spend a Summer afternoon than listening to music in a artsy cubby right in downtown? Relax, grab a drink and some lunch at a local restaurant and hang out for a jam session with local talent!

The lineup is still in progress and a full list of artists will be available soon, for more news and updates about the Chisholm Pocket Park line-up and events, visit them on their Facebook Page!

Want to hear about more news and events in the Chisholm area? Visit us at our Chisholm Area Chamber of Commerce website!

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Bands, Brews, & BBQ