Brooten's Bonanza Valley Days 2026!
BVD 2026: four nights/days of activities!
The annual Bonanza Valley Days celebration in Brooten is coming next on July 9, 10, 11 and 12 in 2026! Spread the word and mark your calendars! The 2026 BVD grand parade starts at 1:30 p.m. in Brooten on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
August 26, 2025
Elrosa Senior Citizens Bologna Daze
The Elrosa Senior Citizens invite everyone to their Bologna Daze fundraiser, which will be held for the fourth time of the 2025 season on Tuesday, August 26 at the Elrosa Bar and Lounge. They will be serving from 5 to 7:30 p.m., and the All-You-Can-Eat price is just $11! The entertainment will be provided by Gig Noonan. Additional details will be in the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper.
August 28, 2025
Brooten Farmers Market season continues!
ANNOUNCEMENT: the Brooten Farmers Market, which is still seeking vendors to join, will hold their 10th session of the 2025 season on Thursday, August 28 at the city park - under the trees! (*RAIN or SHINE! Shelter and gazebo in use if it's raining.) The Brooten Farmers Market runs from 4 to 7 p.m., and it continues on Thursdays through July, August and into September. Additional information is forthcoming in the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper. Please pass the word to your friends and family to come to Brooten on Thursday nights!
September 1, 2025
Pope County Farm Bureau Breakfast on the Farm
The Pope County Farm Bureau will host their annual Labor Day Breakfast on the Farm at Malecha Dairy in rural Villard on Monday, September 1. They will have activities for the public from 8 a.m. to noon. Also, the free breakfast will be served from 8 to 11 a.m. Additional details are in the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper.
September 4, 2025
Belgrade VFW Auxiliary Blood Drive
The Belgrade VFW Auxiliary will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, September 4 at the St. Francis de Sales Parish Center (540 Martin Avenue) in Belgrade from 12 to 6 p.m. Please call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Belgrade to schedule an appointment.
September 5 and 6, 2025
Monson Lake Opry Festival in rural Sunburg
The Monson Lake Opry Festival is coming on Friday and Saturday, September 5 and 6 in rural Sunburg, Hayes Township in eastern Swift County. (Address: 225 170th Avenue N.E., Sunburg) Playing Friday is Little Texas and the Bellamy Brothers plus Kentucky Thunder. On Saturday, Kentucky Thunder will play again. Also playing Saturday: Ben Haggard, Joshua Hedley and Pam Tillis (headliner). Gates open at 3 p.m. on both days, and camping is available by calling or texting Brad at 320-314-2066. Everyone is encouraged to pre-order tickets as early as possible, and you can do that at https://www.eventbrite.com. Tickets are also on sale at Dreamwood Cabinets, Brinks Beer Joint in Swift Falls and Fauskee Oil in Brooten.
September 7
Trinity Lutheran Fall Festival in Grove Lake
The Fall Festival is coming on Sunday, September 7 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Grove Lake, located at 20129 County Road 39, rural Glenwood, south of the village of Grove Lake. They serve from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - more details to follow in The Voice!
September 8, 2025
Brooten City Council meeting
The Brooten City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, September 8 at 7 p.m. at the city hall meeting chambers in downtown Brooten. The meeting is open to the public. The meeting's agenda will be posted at the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper editor's blog on the weekend prior to the meeting; you can see that by clicking here: http://lifeinbonanzavalley.blogspot.com.
September 9
Stearns County Senate District 12 Republican meeting
The Stearns County Senate District 12 (A and B) Republican Party meeting is Tuesday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Greenwald Pub, Greenwald. All Republicans are welcome.
September 9, 2025
Elrosa city council meeting
The Elrosa city council will meet on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 7 p.m. at Elrosa's city hall for their regular monthly meeting.
September 10, 2025
Sedan city council meeting
The Sedan city council will meet in regular session on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6 p.m., open to the public at the Sedan City Hall.
September 13, 2025
8th annual Veteran Golf Tournament at Mar-Haven Greens
Mar-Haven Greens, a golf course for veterans, is hosting their 8th annual Veteran Golf Tournament on Saturday, September 13. (623 Colfax Road NW, Belgrade) Featuring an entry fee of a free will donation; also including door prizes and a meal provided after the tournament. This has 10:30 a.m. registration and an 11 a.m. shot gun start. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! The entry fee and donations benefit the following organizations: PGA Hope and Wounded Warrior Project. Their website is https://marhavengreens.com.
September 13, 2025
Belgrade High School Class of 1970 reunion
Save the date! The Belgrade Class of 1970 will celebrate their 55th year class reunion on Saturday, September 13 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Belgrade V.F.W. More details to follow this summer, please spread the word.
September 15, 2025
Belgrade City Council meeting
The Belgrade City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6 p.m. at the city hall meeting chambers in downtown Belgrade. The meeting is open to the public. The meeting's agenda will be posted at the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper editor's blog on the weekend prior to the meeting; you can see that by clicking here: http://lifeinbonanzavalley.blogspot.com.
September 21, 2025
SIXTH annual Harvest Fest at Rustic Designs Flower Farm
What day is fall harvest fest? Sunday September 21, 2025; What time is harvest fest? 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. How should I dress? Dress for the weather with good walking shoes! Are there restrooms? Yes, one restroom in the farm store and a outdoor port a pot. Is there food? Yes, we have vendors offering coffee and water to snacks and meal options. What vendors are there? Yes, we have a full list coming soon! What to expect? Walk the grounds, check out the craft vendors, eat some food, walk the flower field, cut some flowers, check out the farm store, and take lots of photos! Parking attendants will be working the parking areas. Come and spend the day!
September 21, 2025
East Norway Lake Lutheran church 150th anniversary
The East Norway Lake Lutheran church will celebrate the 150th anniversary of its founding (1875) with a celebration including a special worship and meal on Sunday, September 21. Additional details to follow in the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper.
September 21, 2025
St. Donatus Catholic Church fall dinner
The Parish of St. Donatus Catholic Church in Brooten invites everyone to the Padua Pub for their St. Donatus Fall Dinner on Sunday, September 21. They are serving in the spacious reception hall from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Additional details are forthcoming in the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper's September 4, 11 and 18 issues.
September 28, 2025
First Lutheran Church of Norway Lake meatball dinner
The First Lutheran Church of Norway Lake in rural New London will host their fall meatball dinner on Sunday, September 28. Additional details to follow in the Bonanza Valley Voice newspaper.
October 4, 2025
Hope Lutheran Fall Bazaar in Sunburg
Hope Lutheran Church in Sunburg will host their Fall Bazaar on Saturday, October 4. Everyone invited! It will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and conclude with the quilt raffle drawing.
October 19, 2025
Chippewa Falls Lutheran fall turkey dinner in Terrace
The Chippewa Falls Lutheran Church in Terrace invites everyone to their fall turkey dinner, which has a new date now in October. They will serve on Sunday, October 19 with a convenient drive-through for takeout or a warm, welcoming atmosphere in their church basement for a wonderful dine-in experience! Further details to follow.
December 6, 2025
B-B-E Community Education Women's Expo
The Community Education at B-B-E schools is excited to host their annual Women's Expo on Saturday, December 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at the elementary school in Brooten. This is set up with plenty of room for all at the cafeteria and main gymnasium.
Thank you for your interest in the events taking place across the Bonanza Valley of central Minnesota!
