Weekly PRLA Chamber of Commerce  & Tourism 
Member News and Calendar of Events Updates!
October 12, 2018
Heartland Homes 40th Anniversary Fish Fry Dinner
Friday, October 12, 2018 5-7 PM
Serving up a delicious fish dinner consisting of fish, patatoes, corn, coleslaw. fresh bread and variety of deserts. 
Autumn Hike in Itasca
Saturday, October 13, 2018 12:30 PM
Discover the forest as autumn peaks in the Itasca area! Hiking trail/route will be determined closer to hiking date. 
Drew Peterson and Mandy Fassett
Saturday, October 13, 2018 5:30-8:30 PM
Drew Peterson and Mandy Fassett are thrilled to be making their Portage debut! Join them for an evening of original Americana music, and of course, amazing beer! 
Celebrity Bartender Night at Foxy's Bar & Grill
Saturday, October 13, 2018 6 PM
Local celebrities donate their time, efforts, talents and personal tips from the evening to mix drinks for YOU at Foxy's...and raise money for charity!
Nevis Fireman's Ball
Saturday, October 13, 2018 7 PM - Midnight
Come on out to this awesome party for a great cause.The Nevis Fireman's Ball is sponsored by Northwoods Bank; all proceeds benefit Nevis Volunteer Firepersons Relief Association. 
Wild and Rare
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 1 - 2:30 PM
Author Adam Regn Anderson's book provides "compelling stories of Minnesota's endangered special, the landscapes that nurture them, and the people who are discovering their secrets." 
LWV Local Candidate Forum: Hubbard County Sheriff
Thursday, October 18, 2018 6-8 PM
Hear from the candidates themselves.  All questions will be collated and edited so that as many topics as possible will be covered without duplication.  
Grouse-a-thon
Saturday, October 20, 2018 4 - 11PM
Foxy's is partnering with Smokey Hills Outdoor Store and CAMP 71 to bring our outstanding annual Grouse-A-Thon up a notch! 
Morning Buzz at Citizen's National Bank
Tuesday, October 23, 2018 7:45 - 8:30 AM
Join us for a monthly casual fast-paced business networking event where you or your employees can share in a light continental breakfast, short presentation & business announcements.
Park Theatre - Weekly movie show times!
A quaint theater with a classic neon marquee presents mainstream movies with standard concessions.
Shoptoberfest
Month of October
Each participating store will create their own festive fun, think sales, treats and games! Shoppers will be able to pick up a Shoptoberfest Passport to be stamped and entered into drawings for gift certificates. 
Trivia/Beergo
Alternating Thursdays
There's always something going on Thursday nights at Portage Brewing.  Trivia and Beergo will alternate.
Foxy's Friday Night Meat Raffle
Starts at 7 PM
Come win great a GREAT selection from Main Street Meats!  Your number is drawn, you choose the package of meat.
Fall Festival and Pumpkin Party 2018
Saturdays, Oct 13 - Oct 27
Also October 18-19  10 AM - 5:30 PM
mazes, one wagon ride ticket, one crow-shooting ticket, Nerf Wars, giant pumpkin boards, play barn-silo-tree house, games and more!
All Day Hoppy Hour & Beer+Board Games
Sundays starting at 11 am
All Day Hoppy Hour & Beer + Board Games
Every Sunday enjoy $1 off pints and $2 off growler fills all day! Plus choose from our library of board games to play.
Follow the links provided here to view ALL area Events!
Mantrap Valley Holds Deer Hunter Sight-In Days

The Mantrap Valley Conservation Club will host deer hunter sight in days from 9 am to 4:30 pm on October 26th and 27th, and November 2nd from 9 am - 4:30 PM.
DNR Seeks Applications for Advisory Committee on Natural Heritage
Citizens with a strong interest in the state's native prairies, forests and wetlands and the wildlife in them are invited to apply by 4:30 p.m. Nov. 12 for a key advisory board.
For all News Releases visit "CHAMBER NEWS" 
while you're at www.parkrapids.com
Next ACTION Park Rapids Meeting 
November 1, 2018 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
The overall goal of ACTION Park Rapids Lakes Area is to help the greater community create their future through strategic, collective, and sustained civic effort. We are working to eliminate redundancy and create collaboration.
For all News Releases visit " CHAMBER NEWS"
while you're at www.parkrapids.com
Multiple Positions

Are you or someone you know looking for a Spaw-tastic job? Dog's Paw is currently hiring for two job positions!
Executive Director
The Nemeth Art Center of Park Rapids, Minnesota is seeking a new Executive Director. The Board of Directors of the Nemeth Art Center is looking for a partner to help us continue to grow our artistic space.
Room to Grow
Food & Beverage & Snowsports Supervisor Leads
Both positions require the ability to train, schedule, direct, and support employees working in these areas  as well as fulfilling the core competencies of the position.
for a current list  of JOB OPENINGS in the area!
Chamber Members can list job openings for free on   Call to ask how (218) 732-4111
October 2018
Big Pines RV Park
Bolton Bay RV Resort
Professional Office Services, Inc.
October 2018
October 12, 2018
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. Because there is limited space available on the newsletter each week, it is important to follow the instructions here when submitting to be added to EFN.
 
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.
 
Once you've entered your information through the Member Portal please submit a request for placement to Erin Cox at [email protected]  . Keep in mind that space is limited in Every Friday News and not everything can squeeze in every week.
 
Email your  request for submission to Erin Cox no later than
10 a.m.  on  WEDNESDAY s!

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)

If you do not know how to log in to your Member Portal - please contact, Member & Guest Service Agent, Teresa Leshovsky .  If you do not know how to complete a Hot Deal, Job Posting, News Release or Event - please click on the link provided  here .

Chamber Master Questions?  Check out  MIC - Member How-To Training Materials |  Call (218) 732-4111 for assistance.