News & Events

Valentines Day Plans?

With tomorrow being the “Big Day” for those looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day, perhaps your plans have already been made…. For those that are more spontaneous in style or have been struggling to find just the right way to celebrate, we’ve compiled a few local options for getting out to enjoy Pine City on Friday, […]

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Tax time is one of the most critical moments in the financial lives of low-to-moderate income households. Lakes and Pines Community Action Council hosts the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to provide free tax assistance to people who generally make up to $56,000 annually, senior citizens, persons with disabilities and/or limited English speaking taxpayers. […]

Inventors & Entrepreneurs continue monthly networking

The next Regional Inventors & Entrepreneurs Club meeting will be on Tuesday, February 25th at East Central Energy in Braham. Doors open for networking at 5:30 PM, presentations start at 6:00. Our Keynote Speaker is Michelle Henderson with BadCat Digital presenting on “10 Questions to Ask before Starting Digital Marketing”, and our Business Success Story presentation […]

Retaining Rural Business Workshops

Minnesota and Wisconsin are working together to invite rural business owners to a series of “Retaining Rural Business through Employee Ownership” workshops during the first week in March. The Roadshow will travel to 9 cities in MN & WI including one in Mora, MN on March 3, 2020 at 9:00 AM. The 90 minute workships […]

Dinner at the Lake on Feb 29

Dinner at the Lake  on February 29, 6:00 PM Enjoy an evening of good food, drinks, appetizers, and a guest speaker, Lake Superior Area Fisheries Supervisor. Our beautiful 780-acre property is a winter wonderland on Grindstone Lake, in Sandstone Minnesota. Come for dinner or make it a weekend getaway by staying overnight in our cozy cabins […]

The Spare Room Reads Event

Are you a book lover? Looking for a reason to head out and enjoy some company during these long winter months? Check out the upcoming event hosted by The Spare Room at Chucker’s Bowl & Lounge in Rush City. Just announced…. Cambridge high school teacher, author, and comedian Chad Filley will perform prior to author […]

PTO Carnival, Coming March 6th

The Pine Dragons PTO is busy planning their annual PTO Carnival Fundraising Event for Friday, March 6th. This year’s event will be a “Wild Wacky PJ Day” themed event from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at the Pine City Armory. Organizers are seeking help from the business community in hosting game booths, donating door prizes, or […]

Family Pathways February Bag Sale

It’s time to restock your closets with great bargains from Family Pathways Thrift Stores. Their annual February Bag Sale happens President’s Day, Monday, February 17. Customers can save 50% off all the clothing they can fit into a bag. Limit three bags per customer. Valid at all 11 Family Pathways Thrift Store locations.

Pine County “Law Day” Art Contest

Pine County Judges, Krista Martin & Heather Wynn, invite 9-12 grade students from Pine City, Hinckley, East Central & Willow River districts to participate in the “Law Day” Art Contest celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment. Submission Deadline for artwork is Friday, April 17th.

Winter Family Weekend at Osprey Wilds

Embrace winter over the long holiday weekend. Treat your family to 3 nights/4 days of discovery, learning and fun. This exciting family program offers age-specific and all-family program options to choose from. Whether you’re looking for snow activities, skiing/snowshoeing, nature learning or quality family time, we have something for the whole family. Activities your family […]