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Marshall’s Action Trackchair Competes for ‘Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota’ Title - Vote Now!
Issue #086
In this Marshall Area Insider issue…
🌤️ Marshall, MN Weather - Partly cloudy with a high of 87
🗞️ Granite Falls Goes Squid Crazy for Squidfest and Ribfest on September 14th
🗞️ Marshall’s Action Trackchair Competes for ‘Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota’ Title - Vote Now!
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Granite Falls Goes Squid Crazy for Squidfest & Ribfest on September 14
Granite Falls is gearing up for a unique double-feature event on September 14—Squidfest and Ribfest!
Starting at 10:00 AM with a 5K race, the day is packed with fun: food trucks, live music, kids' art, and the Steve Virnig Memorial Disc Golf Tournament.
Attendees can also join the quest to solve the mystery of Todd the Squid, a quirky local legend that has charmed Granite Falls.
Pick up a clue sheet at the K.K. Berge Building and explore businesses to uncover the mystery! The evening wraps up with mouthwatering ribs and tunes from DJ Dave.
Todd’s Legend: In 2021, a squid mysteriously appeared in the Minnesota River, and ever since, “Todd” has been a community sensation. From messing with pelicans to leaving chalk messages, Todd’s playful antics have been embraced by the town, making him the inspiration for the newly rebranded SquidFest.
For more information and a full event schedule, check out the Facebook event page.
Marshall’s Action Trackchair Competes for ‘Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota’ Title - Vote Now!
Marshall-based Action Manufacturing is gaining attention with its innovative Action Trackchair, now among the top 64 contenders in the "Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota" contest.
Organized by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce and BMO, this competition highlights local manufacturing creativity, and the public can vote in a bracket-style tournament until October 4.
Founded by Tim Swenson and now led by his son, Jim, the company aims to improve mobility for individuals with disabilities.
The Action Trackchair is a rugged, all-terrain wheelchair designed to tackle sand, snow, mud, and water, empowering users to enjoy the outdoors.
Voting for Action Trackchair continues until October 4, with the winner to be announced on October 8 during the 2024 Manufacturers' Summit.
The community is encouraged to support this local product by casting their votes.
Upcoming Area Events
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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
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
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
Redwood Area Chamber Fall Festival in downtown Redwood Falls from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Echo Lions Club 2nd Annual Ribfest starting at 3:00 PM
Paul Bunyan Show at 3:00 and 5:00 PM
Bean Bag Tournament at 3:00 PM
Sign Up for Rib Cookoff
Ribs ready to eat by 4:00 PM
Saturdays, starting July 6th - October
Marshall Farmers Market, Parking Lot between YMCA and Schawn’s, 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesdays in September
Farmers Market in Granite Falls at the Riverwalk from 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wednesday, October 2nd (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, October 3rd
Democratic-Farmer-Labor Pop-Up Tent at 484 Craig Avenue on HWY 14 in Tracy from 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Friday, October 4th
Granite Falls Home Companion Comedy Show at the American Legion st 7:30 PM, free admission
Saturday, October 5th
Cottonwood Fall & Vendor Craft Show at Lakeview Schools from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Oktoberfest in Montevideo, 205 S 1st St, Montevideo, MN presented by Talking Waters Brewing Company
Monday, October 7th
Taste of Marshall at the Red Baron Arena & Expo from 5:00 - 7:30 PM
Stargazing with Mike Lynch at Garvin Park in the Ball Field Shelter area from 7:00 - 9:00 PM (more information here)
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