2023 Otter Tail Lakes Country Magazine

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FERGUSFALLS2023 EVENTSWelcome to Fergus FallsOur founding fathers built this town with the Otter Tail River centralto our existence. The falls provided power, industry, and a meansto thrive. They still do. The Otter Tail River meanders gently throughdowntown and is a beautiful backdrop for the nearby shops, restaurants,and breweries.Whatever your reason for visiting, we invite you to relax, unwind, and enjoy.Fergus Falls has many outdoor recreation assets and a strong affinity forarts and history. Located in Central Minnesota, Fergus Falls is beautifuland vibrant. Special events throughout the year celebrate our heritage, theoutdoors, and the arts. Residents and employers select Fergus Falls for itsexcellent education, healthcare, infrastructure, and sense of community.The people are our best asset -we know neighbors, welcome visitors, andwork together to make Fergus Falls our home. We are glad you are here.Feb. 11 Battle of the Businesses BowlingFeb. 11 James Sewell BalletFeb. 25 Simon & Simon, ConcertMarch 11 Head Games, ConcertMarch 18 Pavlo, ConcertApril 15 Daydream Believer, ConcertApril 28 Fergus Falls Civic OrchestraJune 3 Lake Region RunJune 9-10 SummerfestJune Children’s Theatre ProductionJuly 8 Déjà vu, ConcertJuly 16 ABBA Fab, ConcertJuly 23 Garth Live, ConcertJuly 28 Pebble Lake Youth TriathlonAug. 5-13 Woodie CampAug. 6 Classic Car ShowAug. 15-31 Monarch Butterfly TaggingAug. 20 The Crown Jewels, ConcertAug. 26 Duck BandingAug.27 Satisfaction, ConcertSept. 12-16 Speedway MotorsWISSOTA 100Sept. 23 National Public Lands DaySept. 30 Otter Cove Children’sMuseum Color RompOct. 21 State Hospital & Poor FarmCemetery ToursOct. 28 Haunted MuseumNov. 5 Roll On, ConcertDec. 2 Over the River Holiday FestivalDec. 10 Shawn Johnson, ConcertPhoto: Rolando Felizola, provided112 W Washington AvenueFergus Falls, MN 56537Connect with us!Visit our website for event detailsand to learn moreVisitFergusFalls.com218-446-000244
Year of the EntrepreneurBy NeTia BaumanFergus Falls continues to foster a strong entrepreneurialecosystem, so much so, that we’d like to deem 2022 asthe Year of the Entrepreneur! With over 10 new smallbusiness start-ups, 4 expansions, and a few businesstransitions that retained business and workforce, FergusFalls is setting foundational roots in entrepreneurship.From art institutions like Stained, a glass art studio thatspecializes in creating unique glass art to hospitalitybusinesses such as Gunpowder, a new Whiskey, Wine &Beer hub and retailers like The Dragonfly Children’sBoutique, a children’s clothing and toy store, Fergus Fallsis diversifying its business composition. With newbusinesses like Bev’s City Bakery, Revive Athletics, andLash Lounge Co., our local entrepreneurs are reimaginingwhat hospitality and service can become in Fergus Falls.In addition to several new businesses, we’re experiencingsignificant growth through existing business expansions,as well. TC Chocolate, an award-winning, bean-to-barchocolate manufacturer expanded its operations from3,000 square feet to 7,000 square feet which will pave theway for new wholesale markets and product lines whilelong-time caterer Cooking with Mama Sheena expanded toinclude drive-thru and dine-in restaurant services. Manyother manufacturers and businesses are poised forexpansion in the coming months, too!We’re also pleased to welcome Norway in the USA toFergus Falls. This wholesaler relocated to the communityand provides high quality Norwegian products rangingfrom apparel and flatware to woolens and porcelain!The unique thing about our entrepreneurs is that theycome from all over; some were raised in Fergus Falls,others have come from elsewhere in Minnesota whilesome have relocated from several states away. The commondenominator is that each and every one chose Fergus Fallsto operate their business.To continue cultivating a culture of collaboration,Greater Fergus Falls (GFF) opened The Foundry, ahybrid coworking and entrepreneurial center thatdoubles as a pop-up retail rental and startup accelerator.Located in downtown Fergus Falls, The Foundryprovides full-service coworking space that goes beyondthe needs of shared space. Through partnership andsponsorships, GFF offers free high-speed internet, freeprinting, scanning and copying services, free coffee, aswell as a breadth of entrepreneurial coaching, training,and professional development opportunities.By offering 24/7 access and a variety of membershippackages, The Foundry can meet the needs of start-ups,early-stage entrepreneurs, and all types of unconventionalworkers including seasonal visitors throughout Otter TailCounty, with affordable and inclusive price points, benefits,and amenities. Meet us at The Foundry, where innovationand creativity are the engines of economic growth!Learn more at GreaterFergusFalls.com/TheFoundry.45
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