Glenwood Lakes Area Community Calendar

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Purchase Your Minnewaska Dollars Today!
1/1/2016 - 1/1/2028
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Conference & Community Room Rental
1/1/2019 - 1/15/2025
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2024 Magical Christmas in Glenwood Sponsorship Registration
10/17/2024 - 12/31/2024
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2024 Magical Christmas In Glenwood Lighted Holiday Parade
12/5/2024 - 12/5/2024
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2024 Magical Christmas in Glenwood Celebration: Glenwood Day at Andes Tower Hills
12/14/2024
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2025 Pope County Community Expo
3/29/2025
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Events in the month of May 2022


Tuesday, May 3, 2022
The Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Presents:
Workforce the next 10 years & how to thrive!
 
Workshop with Mike Henke
 
Date:  Tuesday, May 3rd
Time: 11:30-1:00
Where: Glenwood Chamber of Commerce
7 1St St. NW Glenwood, MN
 
Workforce the next 10 years and how to Thrive!
The Workforce Crisis that we face will be more challenging in the future, but there are solutions for both Recruiting and Retention that will work for organizations in any industry, and for companies both large and small. Hear what we can do to best utilize our current workforce, how to be proactive for the future success of your organization, and how we can adapt to attract and develop quality talent in the future! We all know the current challenges, so this workshop is focused on strategies that are easy to implement, cost little or no money, and can guarantee that you are the “Cool Place to Work” moving forward!
Mike Henke bio:
Mike Henke is a national speaker from Nebraska who grew up in northern Minnesota and has innovative solutions that have helped numerous organizations that are outside of metro areas. Mike has created over 50 innovative training programs, and his upbeat, interactive style gets great reviews, but also provides the solutions to having a Winning Workplace Culture!
 
Workforce the Next 10 Years -  $25/Chamber members, $35 for non members
Lunch Included!
 
RSVP by May 2nd to:
Trina Starker 320-634-3636
 
 
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
The fourth annual "Day of Caring," has been set for Wednesday, May 4.

The Day of Caring event is where students, staff and volunteers representing Minnewaska Area Schools give back to "our communities for everything they have given.

Time 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
For more ifnormation call the high school office at 320-239-4800 or email Minnewaska Area Schools at dayofcaring@isd2149.org.
Registration forms must be postmarked by Friday, April 29 to be considered.
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Jell-O-Fest
Fron Lutheran Church Basement
May 4, 2022
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Everyone Welcome: Men, Women and Families.
 
Thursday, May 5, 2022
Starting January 6, 2022
More details closer to that date
Saturday, May 7, 2022
Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management

https://popedouglasrecycle.com/event/rotary-cleanup-event/
Rotary Club Cleanup Event

Appliances
Electronics
Mattresses
Couches/Recliners
Scrap Metal and Wire
Saturday, May 7, 2022
​​Wags, Whiskers & Wine Humane Society Fundraiser Dinner
6:00 pm Saturday May 7 Old No. 1 Southside, Morris

Email stevenshumanesociety@gmail.com to reserve $30 tickets
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
The Pope County Mobile Food Drop is scheduled for Tuesday, March 8 at
Glenwood United Parish, 10 17th Ave. Nw, Glenwood, MN
Registration will take place on line or by phone ONLY.  Registration closes at 2 p.m. the Monday before the food drop.  Registration on-line at www.uwdp.org between 10 a.m. Sunday, March 6, and 2 p.m. Monday, March 7, and complete the on-line form; or by calling 320-834-7800 on Monday, March 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.  This monthly event is made possible by the United Way of Pope and Douglas Counties.  Upcoming Dates:  April 12, May 10 and June 14.
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Pope County Humane Society Board Meeting in the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber & Welcome Center Conference Room. 
2022 Calendar starting time 6:15 p.m.

April 12 - Annual Meeting at the Minnewaska House Brewing Co. & Grill.
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Minnewaska Laker Foundation - Taste on the Lake
Lakeside Ballroom
Join us at the Taste on the Lake as we toast the positive benefits our athletic, arts and academic activities have on building successful young adults and strong communities.  This event showcases wine, beer and spirits from near and far, and features Minnesota made products.  Enjoy the view of Lake Minnewaska while sipping on your beverage and be sure to participate in the silent and live auction events.
 
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Glacial Ridge is inviting the best talent in town and from the area - YOU! Meet our staff representing medical and non-medical departments with open positions. Ask questions about the typical day, schedule, and pay. Some current openings include sign-on bonuses!

Brief, on-the-spot initial interviews and department tours are available.
Thursday, May 12, 2022
Pope County Area Garage Sales
Watch Pope County Tribune for more info.
Friday, May 13, 2022
Pope County Area Garage Sales
Watch Pope County Tribune for more info.
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Pope County Area Garage Sales
Watch Pope County Tribune for more info.
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Minnesota Fishing Opener
(Watch for more info)
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Central Square Concert Series
Maud Hixson:  Jazz Singer Performing Songs from the Doris Day Songbook
7:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 15, 2022
Lakeside Dance Club
3:00-7:00 p.m.
For More information go to http://www.lakesideballroom.org/lakesidedanceclub/Home.html
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Reserved RC Machining - Brent Cochran
Conference Room  
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
 
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Pope County Daycare Association Meeting
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Eastern Star Salad Luncheon
Save the date!  We're back! Lyra Chapter #166 Order of the Eastern Star will have a salad luncheon on Wednesday, May 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  at Glenwood Lutheran Church.  Proceeds to Douglas and Pope County hospice programs and U of M Masonic Cancer Center research.  Supported by Thrivent.
 
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Board Meeting
Third Wednesday of each month
11:30-1:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 21, 2022
Lefse Dagen
Starbuck Depot & School Museum
May 21, 2022
(more info closer to date)
Saturday, May 21, 2022
Community Wide Clean-up
May 21, 2022
Tom Kraemer, Inc.
(Watch for more info)
Sunday, May 22, 2022


 
Friday, May 27, 2022
Minnewaska Area High School
Graduation Commencement
 
Monday, May 30, 2022
Watch for more information
Also check out the Pope County Tribune closer to the date!