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Visit Grand Rapids - It's in Minnesota's Nature

November 2013

Hunt, Fish, Shop & Attend in Minnesota's Nature


November in Grand Rapids

Whatever your outdoor recreation passion, you will find it in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.  Just a few of the many options for outdoor recreation in Grand Rapids that you will find are: hunting, fishing, ATV riding and hiking.  There are millions of acres of public land  to hunt, ATV and hike.  There are over 1,000 pristine area lakes to catch your limit in. Grand Rapids offers you will find quaint B&B'sMinnesota family resorts, and hotels and motels  that can handle all of your overnight lodging needs. Forget something at home?  Don't worry we have you covered.  Grand Rapids provides many retailers that offer outdoor gear, food, gas, bait, etc.  We welcome you to come enjoy Minnesota's nature in Grand Rapids.


Grand Rapids Hot Deals

Fall Vacation, Hunter's Specials, and Girlfriend Weekend Specials!

Looking for that spur of the moment Minnesota vacation getaway? Look no further! Check out Visit Grand Rapids Hot Deals. Whatever the reason for the last minute deal, we have a "Hot Deal" to fit everyone's needs.

 Scenic Pines by Mary Shideler, The Kayak Lady
Picture by: Mary Shideler, The Kayak Lady

Events

Every Wed - Jazz at VFW
Every Fri & Sat Night - 
      Live Music @ Eagles

 1-8  Hunter's Sight In Days
1      First Friday Art Walk
1      Good Lovelies
2      Kick Off the Seasoning
2      Christmas Up North
        Craft Show
2      Harlem Abassadors
2      Itasca Symphony
        Orchestra
5      Zorongo Flamenco
7      Deck the Halls Gift Show
9      MN Deer Hunter 
        Windows Craft Shows
9      Annual Holiday Open
        Houses
9      Paula Poundstone
13    Morgenstern Trio
16    Lumberjack Cooking
16    Growing in Faith
        Together
16    Holiday Boutiques &
        Craft Shows
23    Rocky Mountain High
        John Denver Tribute
23    Christmas Up North
        Craft Show
30    Shop Small Business
        Saturday
30    Christmas Open Houses

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Shopping in Grand RapidsCraft Shows & Boutiques

The entire month of November has many shopping opportunities to draw visitors to Grand Rapids.  The first weekend of November through first part of December local shops hold Holiday Open Houses where attendees can register for prizes and sample goodies. Opening Deer Hunting weekend has the largest variety of craft shows, boutiques and open houses. The Boutiques represent a smaller group selling home goods to gifts; and the Craft Shows range from artists work to homespun gifts.  There are many Girlfriend Weekend opportunities in November in Grand Rapids.


 

World Renowned Performances

The Reif Center in Grand Rapids

There are many opportunities to take in a world renowned performance at the Myles Reif Perforance Art Center in Grand Rapids.  Upcoming performances include: Good Lovelies, Peter Pan Children's Theater, Paula Poundstone, Rocky Mountain High, Tribute to John Denver, and Flamenco Dance.  Grand Rapids is close enough to be convenient, but far enough for a real escape.  Check out the wide variety of lodging options with a view in Grand Rapids.



Forest History Center in Grand RapidsInto the Woods 

This fall season the Forest History Center in Grand Rapids is offering unique educational programming for the whole family.   In November some of the programs to be offered: Kick Off the Seasoning (create seasonings for cooking or to give as a gift); Lumberjack Cooking (learn some hearty meal ideas); Northwoods Jewelry Showcase (jewelry artists will be on hand to showcase their artwork created from northwoods inspiration).  The cost of events varies but usually it is regular admission pricing: $9/adults, $7/seniors and students, $7/children 6-17 and children under 6 are FREE.  Check out a complete list of their programs on their facebook page .

Take time this fall to escape the every day life to explore in Minnesota's nature.  Grand Rapids is a great place for a Minnesota family vacation.
 
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