Events for May 2024
Sauk Centre Area Chamber of Commerce
Apr 1 - May 24    Community Garden Plot Rental Registration
Reserve your plot online NOW for the 2024 growing season and meet us at the garden!
Select your plot # during the registration process!!!!


Thank you for your support of the community garden!  We hope that this garden space is a bright spot in your summer! Once you have registered online by selecting & paying for your plot you can begin planting right away! Yeah!
 
Please review the information below:
  • The ground plots will be approximately 20x20 feet with a planting area of about 15x15 feet. 
  • You may begin planting as soon as payment & registration is complete. You are responsible for your own site preparation.
  • The roped off area is the designated planting area.  The outside posts are a border of your plot.  Each renter must keep this border area mulched and free of weeds.  We had a bit of a weed problem last year and would like to make sure that the garden is functional, but well-kept.
  • At the end of the growing season, all plots and beds must be returned to the same shape as you got them.  This includes pulling all vegetation, pulling weeds from your area of the path and removing all items such as posts, string, markers, etc.  Any renters who do not comply with this may face a monetary fine for cleanup and lose their right to future plot rentals.
 
We are excited to get the garden growing and seeing all the ways our community comes together by contributing to this space!  We look forward to "Meeting You At The Garden!"

 
 
Garden Rules and Rental Agreement/Contract:
Individual garden plots or raised beds will be available for rent. Note: Assignment of garden plots and beds will be awarded by a lottery system. Preference for next year's plots will be given to this year's participants first.
 
By renting a garden space, each gardener must be responsible for:
  • Upkeep up their space. Watering, weeding, harvesting and any other garden related maintenance are the responsibility of the gardener. Water sources will be provided.
  • Upkeep of the path around your garden; mulching and keeping it free of weeds.
  • Plots and beds need to be maintained at least once a week. You may arrange for other gardeners to water your plot if you're unavailable.
  • Any space that remains unattended for more than three weeks is subject to reassignment.
  • Application of herbicides and pesticides is prohibited. You may contact our Master Gardeners if you have questions about a problem with your garden, they can help find a solution.
  • Harvest vegetables and flowers from their own rented spaces only, keeping plantings contained to your plot only.
  • At the end of the growing season, gardeners are responsible for clearing their plot/bed of all plant material and leaving the area as they found it in the spring.  Renters who do not comply will be subject to a monetary fine and loss of future plot rentals.
 
By renting a garden space, each gardener is also responsible for volunteering in at least one of the following areas:
 site maintenance ♦ watering community garden ♦ annual planting of community garden  construction projects ♦ social Event  phone calls/mailings  fall clean-up, composting

Community Shed:
  • A limited number of tools and supplies will be available in the shed. Please return all tools back to shed.
  • A sign with announcements, phone numbers and a place for questions will be located on the shed.
  • Keep the shed clean and safe for all to use
 
Children's Garden: This is used for education classes and students have signed up to take care of this space. Please do not harvest from this area.
 
Community Area:  The community area of the garden is open to anyone in our community. There are no income requirements or any other requirements. We only ask that if people harvest from the garden, that they only take what they need for a meal and not use this garden as a place to get large quantities for canning or resale. We encourage everyone to also help weed and maintain this spot if they're using it. All are welcome!  We love to welcome children to our garden! This is a great family activity and learning experience! We ask that children are always accompanied by an adult and supervised to ensure the child's safety and to respect others? areas of the garden.
 
Pets: No pets are allowed in any area of the garden.

Thank you for being a part of our community garden and keeping it a safe and welcoming space for our whole community to come together!

THIS DOCUMENT IS AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD - GARDEN CONTRACT
DOWNLOAD PLOT LAYOUT - PLOT LAYOUT
Date: April 1, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 1st St N., Sauk Centre, MN
Near the outdoor skating rink
Contact: you can email questions regarding rental info to the chamber
EMail: saukcentrechamber@gmail.com
Fees/Admission: 20 x 20 Ground Level Plot (15x15 plantable area): $25 per plot
4 x 16 Raised Bed Plot: $50 per bed


To Rent Your Plot - Click on the maroon "Register" button to get started!

*NOTE: Must also read the attached Garden Contract and agree to terms and condition. By renting a plot (ground or raised) you are agreeing to the terms laid out in the garden contract/rental agreement. You can find the detailed information to print by clicking on the document name link below. 
May 1    Poker Walk
5 Card Hole'Em Walk: Tonight's Poker Walk will end at Next Door Bar
Date: May 1, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Next Door Bar
Historic Broken Stool
Crazy J's
Mustang Bar
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday from 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
May 3 - May 4    Birchwood Opening Weekend & Derby Party
Date: May 3, 2024
Location: Birchwood Resort 
22182 Birchwood Loop
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Date/Time Details: OPENING DAY! 
FRIDAY, MAY 3RD AT 4 PM.

DERBY PARTY - EVERYONE WELCOME!
SATURDAY, MAY 4TH.

WEAR YOUR BEST DERBY HAT!  DRINK SPECIALS START AT 3 PM. 
May 3    Meat Raffle @ Little Sauk Legion

Meat Raffle Starting at 7PM
Come early and bring a group of friends

The meat raffle is a fundraiser benefiting a different nonprofit group each week. Check our FB page for current list of recipients and weekly lineup!



 
Date: May 3, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.littlesauklegion.com
Location: Little Sauk Legion
16268 County 50, Long Prairie, MN
 
Contact: 320.732.3886
May 4    H.E.A.L Clinic
CentraCare Health has teamed up with Ruby's Pantry to provide FREE health care screenings for those in need.

This service is an access point for people who might have high deductibles or cannot afford to take time off of work during the week.
Date: May 4, 2024
Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Location: River of Life Church
Sauk Centre, MN
Date/Time Details: The 1st Saturday of each month
Doors open at 10AM
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 5    Bingo!
Sundays at the Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67. Only $12.00 for 12 games of bingo! A great time with good friends. Food available for purchase during intermission. Also, don't miss the weekly raffle featuring $15 Chamber Bucks certificates to each of the lucky raffle winners!
Date: May 5, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67
128 Main St S
Sauk Centre, MN 56378    
Date/Time Details: Sundays @ 6:30 PM
Fees/Admission: $12.00 for 12 games.
3 faces per game sheet
May 8 - May 10    Spring Rummage Sale, Bake Sale, & Lunch @ First Lutheran Church
Annual Spring Rummage Sale, Bake Sale, & Lunch @ First Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre. 
  • Wednesday, May 8th: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM (*lunch served from 11-1:30)
  • Thursday, May 9th: 8:000 AM - 7:00 PM (*lunch served from 11-1:30)
  • Friday, May 20th: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Baked Goods Available For Sale
Date: May 8, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: First Lutheran Church Sauk Centre
304 Elm St
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Date/Time Details: May 8h: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM - (*lunch served from 11-1:30)

May 9th: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM - (*lunch served from 11-1:30)

May 10th: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Baked goods will be available for sale.
May 8    Poker Walk
5 Card Hole'Em Walk: Tonight's Poker Walk will end at Whiskey's Corner Bar
Date: May 8, 2024
Location: Next Door Bar
Whiskey's Corner Bar
American Tap & Eatery
Mustang Bar
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday from 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
May 9    Boost Up Task Meeting

Everyone is welcome. There's always an empty chair. Every 2nd Thursday, same time, same place, April, May and June.

Current Teams: Community Center, Welcoming, Advocacy, Entrepreneurship, Messaging & Marketing
  • who: Boost Up Sauk Centre
  • what: Steering Committee Working Session
  • date: Thursday, April 11, 2024
  • time: 5:30-7:30 PM
  • location: Christian Life Center Room, First Lutheran Church 
  • website: boost.saukcentre.org
  • register online for a free meal: boost.saukcentre.org/join/#meet
Date: May 9, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: https://boost.saukcentre.org/join/#meet
Location: First Lutheran Church
304 Elm Street South
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Date/Time Details: 2nd Thursday of the Month
4/11, 5/9, and 6/13
5:30-7:30 PM
May 10    Meat Raffle @ Little Sauk Legion

Meat Raffle Starting at 7PM
Come early and bring a group of friends

The meat raffle is a fundraiser benefiting a different nonprofit group each week. Check our FB page for current list of recipients and weekly lineup!



 
Date: May 10, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.littlesauklegion.com
Location: Little Sauk Legion
16268 County 50, Long Prairie, MN
 
Contact: 320.732.3886
May 11    Tree Top Nursery Mother's Day Food Truck Event
Date: May 11, 2024
Location: Tree Top Nursery
43278 County Road 112
Date/Time Details: Food Truck & Mini Donuts on Site from 11am to 2 pm
Grab your favorite flowers for mom, a bite to eat and something sweet.
May 12    Bingo!
Sundays at the Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67. Only $12.00 for 12 games of bingo! A great time with good friends. Food available for purchase during intermission. Also, don't miss the weekly raffle featuring $15 Chamber Bucks certificates to each of the lucky raffle winners!
Date: May 12, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67
128 Main St S
Sauk Centre, MN 56378    
Date/Time Details: Sundays @ 6:30 PM
Fees/Admission: $12.00 for 12 games.
3 faces per game sheet
May 14    Sauk Centre Bike Rodeo
The Sauk Centre Bike Rodeo event is from 4-6 p.m. at the Sauk Centre Civic Arena.

The event includes:
* Bicycle safety course, ages 4-12. Bring your own bike.
* Children must attend instruction at 4 p.m. before riding the course.

* Helmet fitting with limited supply of free bike helmets
* Free meal provided by Sauk Centre Lions Club
* Chance to win a new bike donated by Sauk Centre American Legion

 
Date: May 14, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Sauk Centre Civic Arena
818 Centre St
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Contact: 320-351-7022
Date/Time Details: May 14, 2024 
4:00 pm instruction
event runs 4-6pm
Fees/Admission: The event is FREE and has been made possible by the following sponsors: Sauk Centre Police Department, CentraCare Health, Sauk Centre Lions and Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67.

For more information about this free community service event, call Sauk Centre Police at 320-351-7022.
May 15    Poker Walk
5 Card Hole'Em Walk: Tonight's Poker Walk will end at American Tap & Eatery
Date: May 15, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Next Door Bar
Whiskey's Corner Bar
American Tap & Eatery
Mustang Bar
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday from 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
May 16    3rd Thursday Networking Event

The Sauk Centre Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to celebrate our
Third Thursday networking event! This month our host is
Jenn Kerfeld Photography
When you attend you can expect to hear an update from the chamber, share what you have going on at your business, learn more about our host business, mingle, connect and network with your peers.
 
This month's event features:
  • 5/16/24 Noon to 1 PM
  • Lunch will be served.
  • Hear from Jenn Kerfeld Photography about what she is currently working on, studio updates, and more! In addition, for those interested in updating their headshot there will be a headshot clinic opportunity prior or after our networking event. More info below, contact Jenn Kerfeld Photography with questions. A great time to update that outdated headshot!
  • Networking and sharing what is happening at your place of business.
  • Register for door prize exclusive to Chamber members.
  • Chamber update
Your participation is an opportunity to mingle with other members of our business community, to learn and support our fellow businesses & organizations. Together we create a community we can be proud of and a network to rely on. You are what makes the Chamber work! We Sincerely hope to see you there!
 
This is an event you won't want to miss. We hope you will join us.
The Chamber and the Jenn Kerfeld Photography look forward to seeing you!!!
All of this at no cost to members! So come share an hour & have lunch with us, and hear from an incredible community resource on May 16th @ Noon!
 
You are what makes the Chamber work, when we meet and work together to network and learn more about our local businesses! Registration is not required but is extremely helpful. Click HERE to register.


Date: May 16, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.saukcentrechamber.com/form/view/32986
Location: Jenn Kerfeld Photography
610 Main Street South
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 16th
Noon to 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Networking Event & Lunch are Free.

Note: Additionally, there will be a Headshot Clinic is a member-to-member discount rate. You save $50! Book directly by calling Jenn Kerfeld Photography at 320-352-6101 or click here
May 17    Ribbon Cutting & Business Tour - Harmony Health and Wellness
Join us Friday, May 17th at 1:00 for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating Harmony Health and Wellness. Tour their incredible new space and see the breath of fresh air that has been breathed into this beautiful new location. An invigorating new space that will have you feeling relaxed, welcomed, and well cared for.
Harmony Health and Wellness focuses on achieving overall wellness - balancing inside and out. Now accepting patients for: acute care, medical weight loss, health and wellness coaching, labs, aesthetics, and more!
We hope you will join us as we celebrate this business in their incredible new location!
Date: May 17, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: 522 Sinclair Lewis Avenue
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 17th @ 1pm
May 17    Meat Raffle @ Little Sauk Legion

Meat Raffle Starting at 7PM
Come early and bring a group of friends

The meat raffle is a fundraiser benefiting a different nonprofit group each week. Check our FB page for current list of recipients and weekly lineup!



 
Date: May 17, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.littlesauklegion.com
Location: Little Sauk Legion
16268 County 50, Long Prairie, MN
 
Contact: 320.732.3886
May 18    Plant Sale
Date: May 18, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Old Creamery Building
214 Main St S
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 18
10 AM - 3 PM
May 19    Bingo!
Sundays at the Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67. Only $12.00 for 12 games of bingo! A great time with good friends. Food available for purchase during intermission. Also, don't miss the weekly raffle featuring $15 Chamber Bucks certificates to each of the lucky raffle winners!
Date: May 19, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67
128 Main St S
Sauk Centre, MN 56378    
Date/Time Details: Sundays @ 6:30 PM
Fees/Admission: $12.00 for 12 games.
3 faces per game sheet
May 22    Poker Walk
5 Card Hole'Em Walk: Tonight's Poker Walk will end at Mustang Bar
Date: May 22, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Next Door Bar
Whiskey's Corner Bar
American Tap & Eatery
Mustang Bar
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday from 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
May 24    Meat Raffle @ Little Sauk Legion

Meat Raffle Starting at 7PM
Come early and bring a group of friends

The meat raffle is a fundraiser benefiting a different nonprofit group each week. Check our FB page for current list of recipients and weekly lineup!



 
Date: May 24, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.littlesauklegion.com
Location: Little Sauk Legion
16268 County 50, Long Prairie, MN
 
Contact: 320.732.3886
May 25    Big Sauk Lake Association Annual Meeting



Learn more about membership:
Date: May 25, 2024
Location: First Lutheran Church
304 Elm St S
Sauk Centre, MN 56378
EMail: bigsauk@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 25th
7:30 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM Meeting
May 26    Bingo!
Sundays at the Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67. Only $12.00 for 12 games of bingo! A great time with good friends. Food available for purchase during intermission. Also, don't miss the weekly raffle featuring $15 Chamber Bucks certificates to each of the lucky raffle winners!
Date: May 26, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Sauk Centre American Legion Post 67
128 Main St S
Sauk Centre, MN 56378    
Date/Time Details: Sundays @ 6:30 PM
Fees/Admission: $12.00 for 12 games.
3 faces per game sheet
May 27    Memorial Day - Join us at Eagle's Healing Nest
Date: May 27, 2024
Location:

Eagle's Healing Nest
310 US-71 N
Sauk Centre, MN 56378

EMail: veteranservices@eagleshealingnest.org
Date/Time Details: Breakfast (7am-10am) and dinner (4pm-6pm) will be provided by B3 Cooking.
Short program and music
Free Will Donation
Fees/Admission: Free Will Donation
May 29    Poker Walk
5 Card Hole'Em Walk: Tonight's Poker Walk will end at Next Door Bar
Date: May 29, 2024
Time: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Next Door Bar
Historic Broken Stool
Crazy J's
Mustang Bar
Date/Time Details: Every Wednesday from 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
May 29    Free Meals Distribution
Date: May 29, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Eagles Healing Nest Auditorium
310 US 71 N
Sauk Centre, MN 5678
Contact: Contact Hilltop Regional Kitchen with questions: 218-738-5563
Date/Time Details: September 28th
3:00 PM
veteranservices@eagleshealingnest.org
 
Fees/Admission: Free

Who is eligible: Anyone in MN, who is 18 years of older and in need of nutrition can receive bundles of 10 meals on a first-come, first-served basis. You can also pick up meals for others in your household.

About the meals: homestyle meals produced at a local LSS Meals kitchen, individually portioned w/balance of proteins, carbohydrates, and spices to taste great. They will sealed and given out in reusable bags.

About LSS Meals: LSS Meals is a service of Lutheran Social Service of MN. 
See poster for details and contact information. 
May 31    Ivy's Legacy Golf Tournament


 
Date: May 31, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Greystone Golf Course
 
Contact: Call Jill 612-730-0407 or Minnow at 320-491-0367 to Register.
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 31st
5:00 Shotgun Start (Includes meal & entertainment)
Fees/Admission: $400 Supporter: 4 person team, key recognition, sign at 1 hole.
$200 Supporter: sponsorship only. Key recognition, sign at 1 hole.
$240 Golf Only: 4 person team
Call Jill 612-730-0407 or Minnow at 320-491-0367 to Register.
May 31    Meat Raffle @ Little Sauk Legion

Meat Raffle Starting at 7PM
Come early and bring a group of friends

The meat raffle is a fundraiser benefiting a different nonprofit group each week. Check our FB page for current list of recipients and weekly lineup!



 
Date: May 31, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.littlesauklegion.com
Location: Little Sauk Legion
16268 County 50, Long Prairie, MN
 
Contact: 320.732.3886