Discover Fall Fun at Rustic Iron: Vesta's Best-Kept Secret for Family Adventures!

In this Marshall Area Insider issue…

🌤️ Marshall, MN Weather - Mostly sunny with a high of 86

🗞️ Discover Fall Fun at Rustic Iron: Vesta's Best-Kept Secret for Family Adventures!

🗞️ Marshall’s Action Trackchair Competes for ‘Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota’ Title - Vote Now!

🗓️ Upcoming Events

📣 Want to get your business in the Marshall Area Insider? Let’s talk!

🤝 Refer a Friend

📌 Know of other local events not listed? Send us the details!

^{_{Evaluate your business with the help of a Deposyt Expert and find out how to instantly put cash back in your pocket with each card transaction you accept.}}

Discover Fall Fun at Rustic Iron: Vesta's Best-Kept Secret for Family Adventures!

Looking for a spot where you can truly enjoy the best of fall?

Let us introduce you to Rustic Iron (formerly known as Holmberg Orchard) in Vesta, MN.

This isn't just any old apple orchard; it's a place where you and your family can make some seriously sweet memories…

Rosie and Dave, the dynamic duo behind Rustic Iron, took over the orchard in 2020. Since then, they’ve been hard at work making it a place where tradition meets a whole lot of fun.

Rosie, who grew up just down the road, has always had a love for the fruit industry. Pair that with Dave’s skills in mechanics and agriculture, and you’ve got a perfect team to run this charming orchard.

Now, let’s talk about why you’ll want to visit:

First off, Rustic Iron is packed with activities that’ll keep everyone entertained, whether you’re into giant jump pillows, corn mazes, or duck races.

And the best part? All these activities are free!

After you’ve worked up an appetite from all that fun, head over to their country store. It’s filled to the brim with goodies like handcrafted items, jams, jellies, fresh pies, and of course, caramel apples and apple cider. Plus, you can grab some fresh-picked apples to take home.

What really sets Rustic Iron apart is its sense of community. Rosie and Dave are all about giving back and staying connected. They’re active members of the Marshall Chamber and love supporting local events and high school activities.

And this fall, they’ve got a lineup of themed weekends that you won’t want to miss. From Carnival Weekend with Papa D’s Food Truck to the Hawaiian Theme Weekend with Chicken Connection, each weekend offers something new and delicious to enjoy.

So, if you’re ready to dive into fall fun, Rustic Iron at 12697 325th St in Vesta, MN is where you need to be.

Check out their website at rusticironmn.com for more details and start planning your visit. Trust us, you’ll leave with a belly full of treats and a heart full of memories.

Marshall’s Action Trackchair Competes for ‘Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota’ Title - Vote Now!

Marshall-based Action Manufacturing, a family-run company, is making waves in the manufacturing world with its flagship product, the Action Trackchair.

The company has earned a spot among the top 64 contenders in the inaugural "Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota" contest, organized by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce and BMO.

This competition celebrates the innovation and creativity of Minnesota's manufacturers, and the public is invited to vote in a bracket-style tournament until October 4.

Action Manufacturing was founded 15 years ago by Tim Swenson and is now led by his son, Jim.

The company's mission is to enhance mobility and outdoor experiences for individuals with mobility challenges.

The Action Trackchair, their standout product, is an all-terrain wheelchair designed to conquer challenging environments like sand, mud, snow, and water, giving users the freedom to explore the great outdoors.

As the contest unfolds, Action Trackchair is up against some tough competition, including iconic products like Fruity Pebbles.

The community is encouraged to rally behind this local innovation by casting their votes and helping Action Trackchair advance in the tournament.

Public voting is open until October 4, and the winner will be announced on October 8 at the 2024 Manufacturers’ Summit.

Upcoming Area Events

 🗓️ Have an event to add? Send us the details!

Wednesday, September 4 (first Wednesday of every month)

• Dementia Caregiver Support Group from 10:00 - 11:30 AM at Adult Community Center in Marshall

  • Open to everyone, come when you can, no cost or obligation to attend, refreshments available

  • For questions contact Jamie Lanners (507) 828-8891

Thursday, September 5

• Democratic-Farmer-Labor Pop-Up Tent at 484 Craig Avenue on HWY 14 in Tracy from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Friday, September 6

• U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach at the Lyon County Republican headquarters in Marshall at 11 AM

• Secretary of State Steve Simon at Bluenose Gopher Public House on Prentice Street at 3 PM

Wednesdays in September

• Farmers Market in Granite Falls at the Riverwalk from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Friday, September 6th - Sunday, September 8th

• Minneota Boxelder Bug Days

Monday, September 9th

• Lyon County Republicans Fall Banquet with Guest Speaker Liz Collin at the SMSU Conference Center starting at 5:30 PM - for more information visit the Lyon County Republican Facebook Group

• Marshall Public Schools Retired Teachers/Staff Lunch at the Marshall Golf Club at 11:00 AM

• Complementary tour of Southview Elementary at 601 E Southview Drive at 10:20 AM

  • Please RSVP to Vicki Lamprecht: [email protected]

Fridays in September and October, starting Sept. 6th - October 18

• Stepping On Classes at 9:00 AM at Adult Community Center in Marshall (Free, donations accepted)

  • reduce your risk of falls, and learn techniques for maintaining an active and fulfilling live

• Registration will be on Friday, August 30th at 9:00 AM

• For more information of pre-registration contact Jane Como at (507) 532-1326

Thursday, September 12th

• Democratic-Farmer-Labor Pop-Up Tent at 344 West Main Street in Cottonwood from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Friday, September 13th

• Car Cinema: Road Less Traveled at the Marshall-Lyon County Library starting at 8:30 PM

Thursday, September 12th - Monday, September 16th

• The Dr. Kathleen Jordan Project in Granite Falls

  • September 12-14 from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

  • September 15 and 16 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • For more information visit: https://drkathleenjordanproject.org/event-information/

Saturday, September 14th

• Squidfest in Granite Falls from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

  • 10:00 AM: 5k run/ walk

  • 10:30 AM: Kids Disc Golf at Rice Park

  • 12:00 PM: Registration for Steve Virnig Memorial Dis Golf Tournament- Tournament begins at 12:30 PM

  • 12:00 PM: Tricia and the Toonies ENVIROShow at Plaza on Prentice Street

  • 1:00 - 4:00 PM: Todd’s Garage opens, free art & educational activities, live music performances, circus art performance

  • 4:00 - 6:00 PM: Live music performance by the Squid City Slingers in the City Parking Lot

  • 4:00 - 8:00 PM: Rib Fest at the American Legion

  • All day: Vendors & food trucks

Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th

• Picker’s Paradise Fall Show at the Red Baron Arena & Expo in Marshall

  • Saturday hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

  • Sunday hours: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday, September 19th

• Thursdays on 3rd in Marshall from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

• Prairie Jam at Schwan Regional Event Center on the Campus of Southwest Minnesota State University

  • Opening Act: Blake Schmitz

  • Main Act: Lauren Alaina

    • Get your tickets here

• Democratic-Farmer-Labor Pop-Up Tent at the Minneota Farmers Market from 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Saturday, September 21st

• Fall Craft & Vendor Show at the Red Baron Arena in Marshall from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

• Oktoberfest of Marshall, MN at the 4-H Building on the Lyon County Fairgrounds starting at noon until 11:00 PM

  • Admission charge $10

  • Join the Oktoberfest for an afternoon of spirits, food, fun, games and dancing

  • For more information visit their event page on Facebook.

• SJ Miller Arts Paint Part at the the Tracy Public Library from 10:00 AM - noon

  • Register at https://www.sjmillerarts.com/events

  • All materials are provided

  • Cost: $25 per person

Saturdays and Sundays starting September 21st - October 26th

• Iverson Tree Farm 6th Annual Fall Festival

  • MEA Friday, October 18th from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Sundays from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Saturdays, starting July 6th - October

• Marshall Farmers Market, Parking Lot between YMCA and Schawn’s, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Thursday, September 26th

• Democratic-Farmer-Labor Pop-Up Tent at Knudson-Bosley Park (HWY 14) from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Saturday, September 28th

• Arts & Living History Festival at Memorial Park downtown Marshall from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

We want to take a moment to express our gratitude to you for being such a fantastic part of our newsletter community.

Your support, feedback, and engagement mean the world and it's what keeps us motivated to bring you valuable content every time.

But guess what? We're on a mission to make an even bigger impact on our community, and we need your help!

You can share our newsletter with your friends & family. Together, we can grow our community and reach even more people!

As a token of our appreciation for your support, you'll have the chance to receive a birthday shout out, a $10 gift card from Kwik Trip, or a $25 gift card from Rolling Hills Pizza! 🎉

So help us spread the word!

Marshall’s & Southwest MN’s Best Kept Secret:
Is Your Business One of Them?

We ❤️ local businesses!

We know our community is brimming with businesses that have fascinating stories and big hearts.

If you're a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you!

Marshall Area Insider is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our town. Send us a message and let's collaborate to let the community know what makes your business special!

👇 Select an option below:

✅ Own a local business? Apply to be featured.

❤️ Love a Local Business? Nominate them!