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Osakis 5-K Run
Saturday, June 20, 2009 - Osakis Minnesota  Entry Form
Our 22nd Annual Osakis 5K Run trails through Osakis with approximately 100 runners.  Come join the fun as a runner or a spectator.  The run begins at 9 a.m. in front of the main house at Just Like Grandma's. 
Lions Walleye Fishing Tournament
June 20-21, 2009 - Lake Osakis, Minnesota  Entry Form
Featuring 100-2 person teams ....... going for the top money prizes!  Team fishing hours: Saturday 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sunday 7 a.m.- 3 p.m.  Weigh-ins will take place starting at 3 p.m. each day at the downtown public access.  Public is welcome to attend.  For more information, contact Mike Thesing at 320-859-4781 or 320-491-2839.  Sponsored by the Osakis Lions Club.
41st Annual "Osakis Festival"
June 25-28, 2009 - Osakis, Minnesota (Festival Flyer)                  Theme: "New Beginnings 2009-You Can Make A Difference"
Four day celebration kicking off summer fun in the Lake Osakis area.
Thursday 6/25: Ladies Salad Luncheon, Osakis Community Center (11 a.m.); Freddie Dean Reunion Band Concert, 7:30 p.m., Osakis Public School Auditorium.
Friday 6/26:  Senior Citizen Day including bingo & bake sale, Osakis Community Center (9 a.m.-4 p.m.); Ladies Festival Bunko at Just Like Grandma's (6 p.m.). 
Saturday 6/27Festival Events at Park Osagi.  Flea, craft & food vendors (9-5): Kid's Day Activities (10-3) -Sand pile money hunt, petting zoo, pony rides, old fashioned races, pie eating contest, and balloons; Antique Tractor Show (9-3); D.J. entertainment (9-5); and area fire department water fights (6:30 p.m).

Saturday 6/27: Festival Street Dance, Osakis Liquor Store Parking Lot (8:30 p.m.).  Featuring the "Empty Pockets" band.

Sunday 6/28:  Flea, Craft & Food Vendors, Park Osagi (9-5)

Osakis Festival Grand Parade - 1 p.m.

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Enjoy this small town annual celebration making friendships and memories that last a lifetime.

Annual "4th of July" Fireworks
July 4, 2009 - Osakis, Minnesota
Thousands come every year to enjoy this spectacular display of fireworks at the Osakis Country Club golf course.  Spend the whole day in Osakis fishing, golfing, antique and gift shopping, dining or just plain relaxing.  Then top the day off watching the fireworks in celebration of our country!  Sponsored by the Osakis Country Club,  community organizations, businesses and individuals.
18th Annual "Roddin Round the Lake" Car Show
July 11, 2009 - Downtown Osakis, Minnesota   (Registration)
One of the largest car shows in the state.  Featuring a variety of  models of cars and trucks from days gone by.  The public "Show-n-Shine" runs from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. on the streets of downtown Osakis.  City wide garage sales will also be held that day.  For more information, contact Wayne Karl at 320-859-2887.  Sponsored by the Central Lakes Cruzers Car Club.
 
Flower Pots & Garden Stops Tour
July 11, 2009 -  Osakis, Minnesota
4th annual tour of gardens in the Lake Osakis area.  Purchase or pick up tickets and map at Just Like Grandma's; 113 W. Main St.; Osakis, MN.  $15.00 per ticket.  Includes a "flower pot" lunch. Check in and lunch: 11 am - 2 pm.  Gardens close at 4 p.m.  Master gardeners available at the gardens.  This event is sponsored by the Osakis Chamber of Commerce as a fundraiser for the "Quilts Along the Trail" event.  For more information, call 866-784-8941. 
 
"Quilts Along the Trail" - 6th Annual
September 12, 2009 - Osakis, Minnesota
Quilts of all styles and sizes will be displayed for public viewing along a two block area of the Central Lakes Trail in downtown Osakis.  This exhibit showcases the talents and skills of central Minnesota quilters in many varieties and time periods - from antique and vintage to traditional and contemporary.  This event also includes musical entertainment, vendor booths featuring arts and crafts, food and beverages, and quilts and quilted items for sale.  Exhibitors can sign up to show off their favorite quilts.  There is no entry fee and no judging, just the enjoyment of sharing the art and beauty of the quilts.  Free admission to the public to view the quilts.  Sponsored by the Osakis Chamber of Commerce (866-784-8941).
 
Just Like Grandma's "Christmas Boutique"
October 1-18, 2009 - Osakis, Minnesota
Deck the Halls ....... and all the shops with wonderful Christmas items for everyone on your list.  Catch the spirit of Christmas early!  Boutique Hours:  Mon.-Fri. 9 am - 9 pm; Sat. & Sun. 9 am - 5 pm.  After 5/22/09 call 320-859-4504 for more information.
 

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Osakis Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 327 ~ Osakis, MN 56360
Phone: 320-859-3777 ~ Toll Free: 866-784-8941