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  • October 2025

  • Fri 10
    Run4Rural
    October 10, 2025 - October 11, 2025

    Run4Rural – Fergus Falls

    West Central Initiative 1000 Western Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN, United States
    Free

    Run4Rural is our 1 ½ day free public leadership training program designed for people interested in growing and strengthening their local communities through elected office and other forms of public leadership.

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    Fri 31
    Rural Democracy Summit
    October 31, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CDT

    Rural Democracy Summit 2025: Toward a Positive Rural Vision

    University of Minnesota Morris – Student Center 600 East 4th Street, Morris, MN, United States
    Free

    Join us for the Rural Democracy Summit 2025: Toward a Positive Rural Vision, a dynamic day of conversation and collaboration focused on strengthening democracy and building thriving rural communities.

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  • November 2025

  • Wed 12
    Going Local
    November 12, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm CST

    Elbow Lake Going Local Workshop

    Elbow Lake Community Building 117 Central Ave, Elbow Lake, MN, United States
    Free

    If you're interested in getting more involved locally and want to learn how to begin, Going Local is a great place to start.

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    Wed 19
    Going Local
    November 19, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST

    Pelican Rapids Going Local Workshop

    The Pelican Rapids Public Library 25 W Mill, Pelican Rapids, United States
    Free

    If you're interested in getting more involved locally and want to learn how to begin, Going Local is a great place to start.

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  • December 2025

  • Wed 10
    December 10, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST

    Sustainable Communities Network: Let’s Get Energized! New State Rebate Programs for Energy Efficiency

    Zoom

    Join us and special guest Kathleen Hovland from the Minnesota Department of Commerce to learn more about saving money with high efficiency appliance upgrades and upcoming state rebate programs.

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  • January 2026

  • Mon 19
    Plastic People Film Screening
    January 19 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm CST

    Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    West Central Area Secondary School 301 County Road 2, Barrett, MN, United States
    Free

    Join us on January 19 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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    Mon 26
    Partnering with Local Philanthropy for Better Communities
    January 26 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST

    Canceled The Great Transfer of Wealth: Partnering with Local Philanthropy for Better Communities

    Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) Detroit Lakes 900 Hwy 34 E, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

    We’re hosting The Great Transfer of Wealth: Partnering with Local Philanthropy for Better Communities, a free class for anyone who cares deeply about their community! Join us and Detroit Lakes Community Education on January 26 at 7 p.m. at Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) in Detroit Lakes. We'll explore what the upcoming […]

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    Fri 30
    January 30 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am CST

    Legislative Kaffeeklatsch

    Lakes Country Service Cooperative & West Central Initiative invite you to join us for a virtual Legislative Kaffeeklatsch to hear from our region's legislators. Darielle Dannen will moderate the event. Register Today

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  • February 2026

  • Wed 4
    MN State Share
    February 4 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CST

    Creating a Legacy in Your Town

    Fergus Falls Public Schools Community Education Building 601 Randolph Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN, United States

    Love your community? Join us for a free presentation on Wednesday, February 4, at 6:30 p.m. at the Fergus Falls Public Schools Community Education Building located at 601 Randolph Avenue (please use the circle drive entrance by the ice rink). This event is presented by Rebecca Lynn Petersen and Rick Schara and is open to […]

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    Tue 17
    Solar United Neighbors
    February 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CST Solar 101

    Lakes and Prairies Solar 101 – Virtual

    Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business.

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    Thu 19
    Panelists Talk Polls
    February 19 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm CST

    Panelists Talk Polls in Minnesota

    Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) Detroit Lakes 900 Hwy 34 E, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

    Join us and the League of Women Voters for a community conversation and panel discussion on voting and elections in Minnesota.

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    Thu 26
    Plastic People Film Screening
    February 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm CST

    Battle Lake Screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics

    Battle Lake Public School 402 Summit St W, Battle Lake, United States
    Free

    Join us on February 26 for a free screening of Plastic People and a community conversation on the hidden dangers of microplastics.

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  • March 2026

  • Tue 24
    Solar United Neighbors
    March 24 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CDT Solar 101

    Lakes and Prairies Solar 101 – Morris

    West Central Research & Outreach Center 46352 State Hwy 329, Morris, MN, United States

    Learn about solar energy and its benefits for your home, or small business.

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  • April 2026

  • Sat 11
    Home Energy Workshop
    April 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm CDT

    Home Energy Workshop

    Ottertail Community Center 93 Lake Avenue, Ottertail, United States
    Free

    Join us on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for a fun and informational energy efficiency workshop in Ottertail, Minnesota!

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    Wed 22
    Solar Install
    April 22 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CDT

    Solar Celebration with Solar United Neighbors

    West Central Initiative 1000 Western Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN, United States
    Free

    Join us and Solar United Neighbors for an evening of solar inspiration as we toast the success of the Lakes and Prairies Solar Co-op.

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