





ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager Class
Riverwood Healthcare Center is partnering with Paul Welch to offer a ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager Class Monday, April 7.
Full certification (8 a.m.-5 p.m.) and a renewal class (8 a.m.-12 p.m.) will be offered at Riverwood (200 Bunker Hill Dr., Aitkin).
Prepayment is required three weeks prior to the class date. Textbooks will be provided.
Contact Welch for cost information and to register with full name of staff member and which class is required at pauleric61@hotmail.com or call/text 218-537-0389.


GigaZone Gaming Championship
This event is one of the largest rural gaming events in the country, attracting over 4,000 people annually the last few years. It is FREE to attend, free to game, and free to be an exhibitor.
New this year will be the GigaZone Gaming Championship High School Invitational, a tournament exclusive to High School esports teams!







Paddle Your Glass Off
Have some fun with your friends by kayaking down the Mississippi and enjoying some delicious brews afterwards.

BAM 2025
Aitkin Chosen as a Host of BAM 2025
Exciting News!
Aitkin, MN was chosen as one of the host locations for Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM)'s four-day bicycling tour in 2025.
We can't wait to welcome the visitors and show how amazing the Aitkin area truly is.
Let's help make BAM 2025 an unforgettable experience!
~ Aitkin AREA Chamber of Commerce








2025 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference (Day 2 of 2)
Registration Is Now Open!
This event brings together business leaders, economic development professionals, decision-makers, and community champions to build the connections and systems entrepreneurs need to thrive.
Take advantage of the early-bird rate by registering before Wed. Feb. 5th.

Custom Sign Party
March 20th 6:00pm
@Aitkin Legion Post 86
Join us for a fun night of painting your custom sign! Lakes Area Custom will walk you through all the steps to create a sign you will be proud of!

2025 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference (Day 1 of 2)
Registration Is Now Open!
This event brings together business leaders, economic development professionals, decision-makers, and community champions to build the connections and systems entrepreneurs need to thrive.
Take advantage of the early-bird rate by registering before Wed. Feb. 5th.

















Women Leading the Way
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion celebrating the power of women in leadership.
Hear from incredible women leaders in Northern Minnesota, as they share their stories of resilience, innovation, and community impact. Whether you're an aspiring professional, entrepreneur, or advocate, this event is for YOU!
*All proceeds to to BIO Girls - Crosby.*



2025 Annual Meeting of the SFA - Greater Mille Lacs
This event will serve as the chapter's official annual meeting to vote in a new board of directors and kick off activities for 2025.
There will be a potluck dinner and presentation by Arlene Selander of Petals of Peace on mental health and wellbeing.
We invite anyone in the region interested in sustainable farming, homesteading, living simply and/or connecting with the community. You do not need to be a current SFA member to attend.
Please see the meeting notice for more details!