Community Calendar
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**2026 MN Cattlemen Summer Tour **
Who: Hosted by the Southwest Cattlemen & the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association
Where:Lyon County Fairgrounds (504 Fairgrounds Rd, Marshall, MN, 56258)
When: Tuesday, July 14th
Cost: Early Bird Registration till Friday June 19th
$30- General Admission (includes breakfast, lunch & steak dinner)
$15- Additional Meal Ticket (for those not attending tour, just having dinner)
FREE- Students and Children
** All ticket sales are final, rain or shine! No reimbursements will be issued. **
DETAILS: All Summer Tour Information including links for Vendor/Sponsor registration and Tour Registration can be found at mnsca.org/summer-tour 2026 Summer Tour Stops include: Loyson Farms – New gable slat barn with pit aeration system; Chandler’s/Triple C Feeders – Bed pack monoslope barns with working system; Delaney Herefords Inc. – Hereford seed stock farm; Weber Land & Cattle – Red angus seed stock farm hosting its own sale – home to renowned painter Michelle Weber; Coon Creek Cattle (owned by Jeremy Larson) – Rotational grazing stop; ADM – A major American global food processing and commodities-trading corporation headquartered in Chicago, Illinois; Ralco – Based in Marshall, MN. Specialize in providing natural, technology-driven solutions for the agricultural and aquaculture industries, focusing on improving animal nutrition, health and plant production; Todd Meulebroeck – New monoslope slatted barn; Vos Feeders (Danny Vos) – Open yards, cover crops, new load out, working area. Cows run pasture across the road.
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Watonwan County Fair
What: 2026 Watonwan County Fair
Where: Watonwan County Fairgrounds in St. James
Date: July 16th to July 19th
Time: Varies
DETAILS
For a detailed schedule, visit: watonwancountyfair.com
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“Digging to China”
What/Who: Mountain Lake Public Library
Where: Mountain Lake Public Library, 1054 4th Ave, Mountain Lake, MN
Date: July 16th and July 20th
Time: 2pm-3pm
DETAILS
“Digging to China” Presented by Wonder Weavers
July 16th at 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Leave your shovels at home but come play in our imaginary and box and enjoy stories of a giant who likes to garden, talking mud puddles and friends that never leave each other behind. Our program is laced with a little sand and dirt as well as learning about compost, plus a large dash of audience participation. We will dig into a treasure chest of fun props and introduce you to one of the largest worms in the world, as we all join in and get down and dirty “digging our way to China”.
Drawing Crystals with SJMiller Arts
July 20th at 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
In this creative drawing workshop, students explore crystal forms and geodes through guided drawing and design. Participants learn how simple shapes, lines, and symmetry come together
to form crystal structures, then design their own colorful geode using pattern and imagination. The focus is on observation, creativity, and personal expression rather than realistic perfection; the class is available for all ages. Each participant leaves with original crystal and geode artwork and drawing ideas they can continue using after the session.
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BioBlitz
Who: DNR
What: BioBlitz in Cottonwood County (1-day intensive field study to document species diversity
Where: Purrington Prairie Scientific and Natural Area (just north of Windom- Directions in News Release Below)
Date: Saturday, July 18th
Time: Staff will be on site by 9:00a.m.
DETAILS: Become a community scientist for a day by observing biologists and naturalists as they document species diversity at an upcoming BioBlitz in Cottonwood County. BioBlitz is an intensive one-day field study to document the biodiversity of the SNA. Attendees can learn from experts, who will be working toward a better understanding of the site’s ecology and biodiversity. This year’s event includes experts in fish, spiders, plants, butterflies and moths. “These experts are among the top in the state in their fields of study,” SNA specialist Brad Bolduan said. “Experts will document as many species as possible on the site in a 24-hour period. As they go, they’ll
show attendees many of the species, briefly describe how they’re identified, and answer questions.”
show attendees many of the species, briefly describe how they’re identified, and answer questions.”
DNR News Release: DNR News Release
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25th BARC Annual Block Party/Meeting
Who: Business, Arts, and Recreation Center (BARC)
Where: East Lawn of BARC Building- 1012 5th Ave, Windom
When: Monday, July 20th
Time: 5:30-6:30pm -Burgers or Brats Meal for $10
6:30pm -Annual Meeting Starts
Silent Auction: Bidding Starts Wednesday July 15th to Monday July 20th (conclusion of Annual Meeting)
DETAILS: The Annual Meeting will begin shortly after 6:30 p.m. on BARC’s East Lawn (weather permitting) following the Community Block Party. The meeting will include * the Annual Report of Highlights from 2025-2026; * the Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; and Election of Directors to the governing Board. (If you are interested in serving on the BARC Board or would like to suggest someone to do so, please contact BARC Board President Loren Liepold at cell phone, 1-701-739-2176. Attendees will also have the opportunity to renew or purchase a BARC membership prior to the meeting. BARC offers four types of memberships: Individual at $50 per year; Couple at $ 75/year; Family at $ 100/year, and Business/Organization at $ 150 per year. Membership is one of the easiest ways to show your support for BARC!
Kick-off for the evening activities is BARC’s Community Block Party from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the East Lawn. Everyone is invited for a burger OR brat meal, including baked beans, chips, cookie and beverage, all for a $ 10. Take-outs will also be available. BARC’s Annual Silent Auction begins at noon on Wed., July 15 in the BARC Library. A large variety of items, including gift baskets, gift certificates, potential treasures as well as practical products, have been donated by area businesses and friends of BARC. If you would like to donate an item(s) to the auction, please contact the BARC Office, 507-831-2375, as soon as possible. Bids can be placed from noon to 5:30 p.m. weekdays, and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sun., July 19. Bidding will continue at noon on July 20 and will close following the completion of the Annual Meeting, at approximately 7 p.m. or shortly after.
Kick-off for the evening activities is BARC’s Community Block Party from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the East Lawn. Everyone is invited for a burger OR brat meal, including baked beans, chips, cookie and beverage, all for a $ 10. Take-outs will also be available. BARC’s Annual Silent Auction begins at noon on Wed., July 15 in the BARC Library. A large variety of items, including gift baskets, gift certificates, potential treasures as well as practical products, have been donated by area businesses and friends of BARC. If you would like to donate an item(s) to the auction, please contact the BARC Office, 507-831-2375, as soon as possible. Bids can be placed from noon to 5:30 p.m. weekdays, and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sun., July 19. Bidding will continue at noon on July 20 and will close following the completion of the Annual Meeting, at approximately 7 p.m. or shortly after.
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**Wind 101 Event & Dinner**
Who: Clean Grid Alliance
What: Public Informational Event & Dinner about wind energy
Where: Storden American Legion- 327 America St, Storden, MN 56174
When: Monday- July 27th
For: ALL
Cost: FREE
DETAILS: Clean Grid Alliance is hosting a free Wind 101 Event and dinner at the Storden American Legion on July 27th, from 5:30- 7:30 pm. At this event, a wind energy expert, wind landowner, and County Commissioner will give a presentation on wind energy, what communities need to know, and local economic benefits of wind projects, and conclude with an audience Q&A. This is a free, public event and attendees are asked to register in advance. To Register go to: https://shorturl.at/iN3IO
Find more information on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/share/18y5cjomVe/
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Unbound: Teen Lit Fair 2026
Date: Monday, August 3, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU), Conference Center, Marshall, MN
Cost: FREE (No registration required)
Target Audience: Teens, tweens, and families (Ages 12 and up)
DETAILS: Looking for the ultimate summer event for creative teens? The Unbound: Teen Lit Fair is coming to Southwest Minnesota State University! Designed for anyone who loves reading, gaming, crafting, and creating, this free event features featured Minnesota authors Juliana Brandt and Geoff Herbach, alongside author and artist Hector Curriel, who will be drawing free caricatures for attendees.
Explore the Midway to meet authors H.M. Bouwman, Deb Mercier, and Erin Makela, play tabletop games, and try your hand at blackout poetry, trivia, and button-making. Whether you are an avid reader and gamer, or just looking for a fun afternoon with friends, there is something for everyone. Sponsored by the Prairielands Library Exchange and the Plum Creek Library System. More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/smsu/unbound-teen-lit-fair/748709808235823/ and https://plumcreeklibrary.org/event/unbound-teen-lit-fair/
City of Windom Weekly ROAD UPDATE
Volume 1 | Issue 12| July 10, 2026
Recently Completed
Sidewalks poured at 9th and 10th Street Intersections.
Miscellaneous concrete work from 10th to 12th Street.
17th Street sanitary manholes adjusted to finish grade.
Coming Up This Week
NPL continuing gas installation along 1st Avenue.
July 16: Concrete curb & gutter will be installed between 12th and 16th Street.
July 16-17: Continue concrete work along 1st Avenue.
Coming Soon
Install Water Level Control Structure at 6th Street.
Grade, shape and compact gravel base.
Sidewalks poured at 9th and 10th Street Intersections.
Miscellaneous concrete work from 10th to 12th Street.
17th Street sanitary manholes adjusted to finish grade.
Coming Up This Week
NPL continuing gas installation along 1st Avenue.
July 16: Concrete curb & gutter will be installed between 12th and 16th Street.
July 16-17: Continue concrete work along 1st Avenue.
Coming Soon
Install Water Level Control Structure at 6th Street.
Grade, shape and compact gravel base.