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SUMMARY:Christmas Marketplace at Jaques
DESCRIPTION:The Jaques Art Center is preparing to kick off the holiday season with the annual Christmas Marketplace. \nThis six-week extravaganza of artistry\, craftsmanship and festive charm will run from Tuesday\, Nov. 7-Saturday\, Dec. 23.  \nThe historic art center will be transformed into a winter wonderland featuring the incredible works of nearly 40 artists\, artisans\, crafters and creators. With a wide array handcrafted items on display\, this event is a onestop shop for finding gifts for everyone on your list. \nThe Christmas Marketplace at the Jaques Art Center is decorated in the spirit of the season\, the items on display cover a broad spectrum of art forms\, many of which are not Christmas related. \nVisitors will discover artisan jewelry\, glasswork\, intricate wood carvings\, quilting\, cashmere mittens\, scented candles\, Christmas ornaments\, paintings\, sculptures\, flower arrangements and cards for every occasion. \n“In addition to the incredible array of art and craftsmanship\, the Jaques Art Center is thrilled to announce two special events during the Christmas Marketplace\,” said Jaques Executive Director Aubin Adjei. “Cider and donuts day and the annual Christmas Tea.” \nCider and donuts day will be held on Friday\, Nov. 24 from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.\, coinciding with Aitkin’s annual Fish House Parade. “We invite everyone to enjoy complimentary cider and donuts while getting out of the cold and browsing the unique items on display\,” said Adjei. \nThe annual Christmas Tea will be on Wednesday\, Dec. 6. “This year\, there will be only one tea event and tickets are selling fast\, with over half already gone. For those who miss out on tickets\, don’t worry; there is a waiting list in place to accommodate as many guests as possible\,” explained Adjei. \n  \nFor art enthusiasts and those eager to learn\, the Jaques will also offer a variety of classes in the coming months. To stay updated on the latest events\, classes and artists at the Jaques Art Center\, check the website and follow the Jaques Art Center on Facebook. You can also call 218-927-2363 for any inquiries or to reserve a spot at the Christmas Tea. \nThe art center is located at 121 Second St. NW\, Aitkin. Contact: 218-927-2363 or info@jaquesart.com\, or see the website at www.jaque sart.com.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/christmas-marketplace-at-jaques/
LOCATION:Jaques Art Center\, 121 2nd Street NW\, Aitkin\, 56431
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Local Artisan Event,Visual Art
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SUMMARY:Hunter's ham dinner in McGregor
DESCRIPTION:The Grace Lutheran Church will host a ham dinner! \nGrace Lutheran Church
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/hunters-ham-dinner-in-mcgregor/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 28115 Lake Avenue\, McGregor\, MN\, 55760\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Hunting Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
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SUMMARY:Cozy Cove Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Cozy Cove Coffee Company of Hill City will hold a “Harvest Festival” on Saturday\, Oct. 14 from 1-4 p.m. at the shop located at 102 Gill St.\, Hill City. \nActivities include: games\, firepit/smores\, crafts and canned goods\, treats and sweets.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/cozy-cove-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Cozy Cove Coffee Company\, 102 Gill Street\, Hill City\, MN\, 55748\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230818T194611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T194611Z
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SUMMARY:Aitkin Chamber Sporting Clay Shoot
DESCRIPTION:Registration opening soon!  11am start with lunch to follow.  See you at the Wealthwood Rod & Gun Club!
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/aitkin-chamber-sporting-clay-shoot/
ORGANIZER;CN="Aitkin Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:upnorth@aitkin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230920T202032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T202032Z
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SUMMARY:Aitkin County Historical Society's 75th Anniversary!
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URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/aitkin-county-historical-societys-75th-anniversary/
LOCATION:The Depot Museum\, 20 Pacific Street SW\, Aitkin\, MN\, 56431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231011T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230818T194913Z
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SUMMARY:Taste of Aitkin
DESCRIPTION:The 40 Club Convention Center.  Tickets on sale soon.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/taste-of-aitkin/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230919T194041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T194041Z
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Patch
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URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/pumpkin-patch/
LOCATION:Aitkin City Park
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231005T100000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230921T131245Z
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SUMMARY:THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC:  A COMMUNITY PRESENTATION\, Hill City School
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a community presentation and discussion\nwith State Representative Dave Baker. Dave and his wife Mary\nlost their 25 year-old son Dan to an opioid overdose in 2011.\nHear his story and how you can support ongoing efforts to\ncombat the opioid crisis.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/the-opioid-epidemic-a-community-presentation-hill-city-school/
LOCATION:Hill City School
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231004T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231004T200000
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CREATED:20230911T174726Z
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SUMMARY:THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC: A COMMUNITY PRESENTATION\, Aitkin High School Auditorium (free community meal 5:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join us for a community presentation and discussion\nwith State Representative Dave Baker. Dave and his wife Mary\nlost their 25 year-old son Dan to an opioid overdose in 2011.\nHear his story and how you can support ongoing efforts to\ncombat the opioid crisis.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/the-opiod-epidemic-a-community-presentation-aitkin-high-school-auditorium/
LOCATION:Aitkin High School
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230911T174619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T155434Z
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SUMMARY:THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC: A COMMUNITY PRESENTATION\, McGregor High School Auditorium (free community meal 5:30pm)
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join us for a community presentation and discussion\nwith State Representative Dave Baker. Dave and his wife Mary\nlost their 25 year-old son Dan to an opioid overdose in 2011.\nHear his story and how you can support ongoing efforts to\ncombat the opioid crisis.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/the-opiod-epidemic-a-community-presentation-mcgregor-high-school-auditorium/
LOCATION:McGregor High School
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231003T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230922T134413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T134413Z
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SUMMARY:Tank Trail Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/tank-trail-grand-opening/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
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SUMMARY:🌊Paddle Your Stress Away🌊
DESCRIPTION:Take a break from the hustle and bustle and join us for a peaceful paddle on the Mississippi on Saturday\, September 16th. In appreciation for all you do in our community\, we’re hosting a free paddle and picnic for employees (and their loved ones) of Riverwood Healthcare Center\, Aitkin County\, the City of Aitkin\, and Aitkin Area Chamber members/volunteers. \nDate: Saturday\, September 16th\nStart: Launch by Noon at Kimball Public Access (39095 390th Pl\, Aitkin\, MN 56431)\nEnd: Aitkin County Campgrounds for a picnic hosted by Riverwood Healthcare Center (814 4th Ave NW\, Aitkin\, MN 56431)\nPaddle Length: About 2.5 hours (7 river miles)
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/%f0%9f%8c%8apaddle-your-stress-away%f0%9f%8c%8a/
CATEGORIES:Paddling Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230911T155622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T155622Z
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SUMMARY:American Peat Technology 20th Anniversary Party
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/american-peat-technology-20th-anniversary-party/
LOCATION:Aitkin County Fairgrounds\, 632 Minnesota Avenue\, Aitkin\, MN\, 56431
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Festival and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T180000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230818T202036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T202036Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Brew Fest 2023
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/harvest-moon-brew-fest-2023/
CATEGORIES:Festival and Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230903T170000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230818T195743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T195743Z
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SUMMARY:59th Annual Wild Rice Days Sept 1-3\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Wild Rice Days is an Annual Event in McGregor\, MN taking place during Labor Day Weekend.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/59th-annual-wild-rice-days-sept-1-3-2023/
LOCATION:McGregor Chamber of Commerce
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230825T164846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T164846Z
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SUMMARY:McGregor hosts music in park
DESCRIPTION:A music in the park event is set in McGregor from 5-8 p.m.\, Thursday\, Aug. 31. \n\n\nAdmission is free and food and beverages will be available for purchase from the Lions Club. There will also be door prizes- no purchase necessary but must be present to win.
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/mcgregor-hosts-music-in-park/
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230818T201309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T201309Z
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SUMMARY:Ripplesippi Music Fest 2023
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 26\, 2023.  Downtown Aitkin\, MN!
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/ripplesippi-music-fest-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230722T220000
DTSTAMP:20260516T185325
CREATED:20230720T152353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T152353Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Rocks 2023
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://naturallybetterhere.com/event/nature-rocks-2023/
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