Morris Area Chamber of Commerce

Post Turkey Tabata Class at the RFC
2021-11-27 08:05 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Regional Fitness Center, 626 E 2nd St, Morris, 56267
Join Elissa for a FREE Post Turkey Tabata class & the full hour of Body Pump in the RFC gym on Saturday, November 27th!
Post Turkey Tabata 8:05-8:50am
Body Pump 9-10am
Get the whole family out and invite your guests from out of town for a couple great Thanksgiving weekend workouts!!
These classes are FREE & open to the community! Get the family out of the house & moving!
What is Tabata & Core?
Tabata is high intensity interval training class with low-impact to high intense options for all fitness levels to challenge themselves at their own level! This workout is designed with 8 exercises that you do at your highest intensity level for 20 seconds with a 10 second rest after each exercise! We can do anything for 20 seconds right?! There will be 5 rounds of work with a minute of rest between each round! The workout will finish with a round focusing on core! You will feel SO good after this workout!!
What is Les Mills Body Pump?
A 60 minute strength workout that moves to the music to build lean muscle & get the heart rate up! This workout starts with a warm up and then has a track that focuses on each major & minor muscle group in the body starting with squats, then chest, back, triceps, biceps, lunges, shoulders, core & cool down! Come gain strength, get the heart rate up, and get over 1,000 in with this FUN 60 minute workout that fly’s by!

Morris Cub Scout Sign-Up Event
2021-11-21 15:00 - 16:00 | First Lutheran Church, 200 E 5th Street, Morris, 56267
Learn about Cub Scout and the fun things we do! In Scouting, elementary-age boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future selves! The fun, hands-on learning, and adventure puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life.
Join us for this short meeting and make a Raingutter Regatta boat at First Lutheran Church, or if you’re ready, to sign up.
If you are not able to make the event, give Brenda a call at 320-760-5605 or email brenda.thomson@scouting.org

Breastfeeding Essentials
2021-11-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Stevens Community Medical Center, 400 E. 1st St., Morris, 56267
SCMC offers a Breastfeeding Essentials
class for expectant parents. This
comprehensive 2-3 hour class is instructed
by Lactation Educator and Dietitian Alyssa
Thooft and will be done virtually.

Parade of Lights
2021-11-18 17:30 - 18:30
Come out and watch the Parade of Lights on Atlantic Ave. Parade route is from 10th Street to 1st Street.

Parade of Lights
2021-11-18 17:30 - 18:30
Watch the Parade of Lights on Atlantic Avenue on Nov 18! To be in the parade, visit https://forms.gle/Urx7EGxUpexXtnASA.

Legion Walking Taco Fundraiser
2021-11-18 16:30 - 20:00
Mark your calendar: Thursday, November 18 for the Legion Riders Walking Taco Supper! The Legion Rides are kindly donating proceed from the November 18 Walking Taco Fundraiser to our very own Courage Cottage.
Stop by before, during, or after the Morris Parade of Lights from 4:30-8pm at the American Legion in Morris.
Walking tacos with all the fixings along with milk, water and coffee will be available with a free will donation. Proceeds to benefit the Courage Cottage. Come join us while enjoying the parade of lights. Many thanks to our friends of the Legion Riders for their generous fundraising efforts!

RFC Core Clinic
2021-11-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Regional Fitness Center, 626 E 2nd St, Morris, 56267
Join RFC instructors Ingrid, Esther & Shadow on Monday, November 15th 6:15-7:15pm in the RFC gym for a core clinic!
Free to members + non-members!
​What will we work on?
-How to properly engage the core, what this feels like, and why it’s important
-Proper core form + technique
-Different areas and functions of the core and benefits to strengthening these areas
-Exercises for the pelvic floor & how to work on improving diastasis recti & re-connecting that tissue to safely strengthen the core
-Strengthening & stretching the core to improve posture & back pain and prevent injuries
-Functional training
We will provide different exercises, equipment and resources to show you how the core should feel when it is properly engaged and to challenge the deep core muscles in order to rebuild, reconnect, and reestablish strength in the core. We’d love to answer any questions you have!

Labor, Delivery & Beyond
2021-11-08 18:30 - 20:30 | MAES, 201 S Columbia Ave, Morris, 56267
Labor, Delivery and Beyond are classes set-up to acclimate you to preparing for childbirth and parenting. These classes are brought to you by the Stevens Community Medical Center, Stevens County Family Service Collaborative which includes Options for Women, Stevens County Ambulance Service and Morris ECFE. No exclusions for inability to pay. If you would like further information or to register, please call Morris ECFE at (320) 585-2237. You can also register online through Morris Community Education at https://isd769.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/77/program_id/4
2021 Summer Session:
July 19, 26 & Aug. 2 @ SCMC
Aug. 9 @ Ambulance Garage
Aug. 16 @ MAES
Topics covered:
Prenatal Health, Fetal Development, Stages of Labor, Labor Techniques, Comfort Measure, C-Sections, Baby Care, Breastfeeding/Bottlefeeding, Hospital Tour, Child Development, Parenting, Carseat Safety, Adult & Child CPR and more. First three classes of session meet at SCMC in the multi-purpose room in the lower level. Fourth class is at the Stevens County Ambulance Garage and the last class meets at Morris Area Elementary School in the ECFE room Pod A. Classes are on Mondays from 6:30-8:30pm. Cost is $35.

TERCERO Training
2021-11-06 09:30 - 12:00, 2021-10-30 09:30 - 12:00, 2021-10-23 09:30 - 12:00 | Zoom Meeting
Use your bilingual skills to help a family gain access to local services! This workshop provides participants with foundational skills for effective community interpreting, particularly in a school setting.

Morris Area Women of Today Rummage Sale
2021-11-06 08:00 - 14:00 | Old No.1 Bar & Grill, 412 Atlantic Ave., Morris, 56267
Multi-family rummage sale with something for everyone! Saturday, November 6, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Old No.1 Southside, Morris.

Fall Dinner – First Lutheran Church, Morris
2021-11-03 16:30 - 19:00
Fall Dinner and Silent Auction at First Lutheran Church in Morris. Drive up, Take Out or Home Delivery (Morris residents only). Please call the church office at 320-589-3242 ext. 100 for home delivery orders. No inside dining and no pre-sale tickets. One the menu: Ham, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Rye Bread and Pumpkin Roll. All tickets at $12 per meal. Packaged lefse will be for sale (4 rounds for $12). Serving is from 4:30-7:00pm or until food is gone.

Navigating the Tight Labor Markets
2021-11-03 11:30 - 12:00
The Morris Area Chamber will be hosting a FREE class on November 3 from 11:30am-12:00pm
Navigating the Tight Labor Markets
Discussion includes occupational wage trends, how to access and evaluate wage compensation, and the changes in the labor market as the Baby Boom generation reaches retirement age and is replaced by the Millennial generation.
Although the class is free, we do need a headcount for planning purposes. Please email the Chamber to register: morrismnchamber@gmail.com
This class will be held at Superior Industries (Sandstone conference room). If you need directions, contact the Chamber office.

Labor, Delivery & Beyond
2021-11-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Ambulance Garage, 209 State Hwy 9, Morris, 56267

Valu Ford & Chrysler Anniversary Firework Show
2021-10-29 20:00 - 20:30 | Valu Ford and Chrysler, 205 Highway 9 South, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Join us in celebrating 32 years of business with bang!
In honor of our anniversary month and in thanks for the continuous support of our local and surrounding communities, we invite you to join us as we light up the night with one SPECTACULAR Firework Show! We are so excited to bring our wonderful community together in viewing fireworks again this year!
Best viewing of the firework show will be from the Valu Ford & Chrysler and Federated Telephone parking lots. Watch from your vehicle or bring a lawn chair to enjoy the show with your whole family!

Stevens County ECI Halloween Party
2021-10-29 17:30 - 19:30
Halloween Party for children birth to 6th grade and their families. Games, haunted house, inflatables, crafts, food, and more. Tickets 10 to $1.00. Tickets needed for games only. Food available for purchase. All other events free of charge.

Trunk or Treat at HMC
2021-10-29 10:00 - 18:00 | Heartland Motor Company, 1 E Hwy 28, Morris, 56267
Open house! 40 kids get buckets, everyone gets a treat bag! Weather permitting this event will be outside

Moonlight Madness
2021-10-28 16:00 - 20:00

Labor, Delivery & Beyond
2021-10-25 18:30 - 20:30, 2021-10-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Stevens Community Medical Center, 400 E. 1st St., Morris, 56267

FREE Saturday classes at the RFC
2021-10-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Regional Fitness Center, 626 E 2nd St, Morris, 56267
Join us for our Fall Les Mills Launch on Saturday, October 16th starting at 9:00am in the RFC gym! Featuring the newest Body Pump, release 118 and Les Mills Core release 43!!
The music is great, the moves are powerful, and we’re in for a great workout! Invite a friend or family member to join you because these classes are FREE and all are welcome!!
*Equipment is limited- we have 33 benches- first come, first serve!
Come check out what Les Mills Body Pump has to offer! 60 minutes, over 1,000 reps, awesome music, fun + high-energy strength workout to get the heart rate up with a warm up track, squats, chest, back, triceps, biceps, lunges, shoulders, core + cool down!
Les Mills Core is a 30 minute class designed to build strength, stability & endurance in all of the muscles that support & surround your core! Improve balance, assist in injury prevention, & use functional movements to hone in on the torso & sling muscles that connect your upper body to your lower body!
This class is ideal for tightening your tummy, glutes, and improving core definition! You’ll love the scientific mix of core innovation & the driving music!!
Child care will be offered during these classes!!
We hope to see you there!

RFC Les Mills Body Pump and Core Launch
2021-10-16 09:00 - 10:45 | Regional Fitness Center, 626 E 2nd St, Morris, 56267
Event is FREE & everyone is welcome!!
Body Pump 9-10am
Les Mills Core 10:15-10:45am
*There will be child care from 8:45-10:45am!!

Morris Cub Scout Sign-Up Event
2021-10-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Morris Area High School, 201 S Columbia Ave, Morris, 56267
Learn about Cub Scout and the fun things we do! In Scouting, elementary-age boys and girls start with their best right now selves and grow into their very best future selves! The fun, hands-on learning, and adventure puts kids in the middle of the action and prepares them for today – and for life.
Join us for this short meeting in the High School Cafeteria to learn more, or if you’re ready, to sign up.

COVID-19 Pfizer Booster Clinic
2021-10-12 09:00 - 11:30
SCMC is planning a Pfizer COVID Booster Vaccine Clinic Tuesday, October 12 from 9-11:30 am at Faith Lutheran Church in Morris.
Sign up online at scmcinc.org or directly on this link https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=22246523&appointmentType=26945801
It has to have been 6 months since you completed the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine in order to be eligible for the 3rd dose. For questions, you can call (320) 589-7600

Labor, Delivery & Beyond
2021-10-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Stevens Community Medical Center, 400 E. 1st St., Morris, 56267
Labor, Delivery and Beyond are classes set-up to acclimate you to preparing for childbirth and parenting. These classes are brought to you by the Stevens Community Medical Center, Stevens County Family Service Collaborative which includes Options for Women, Stevens County Ambulance Service and Morris ECFE. No exclusions for inability to pay. If you would like further information or to register, please call Morris ECFE at (320) 585-2237. You can also register online through Morris Community Education at https://isd769.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/77/program_id/4
2021 Summer Session:
July 19, 26 & Aug. 2 @ SCMC
Aug. 9 @ Ambulance Garage
Aug. 16 @ MAES
Topics covered:
Prenatal Health, Fetal Development, Stages of Labor, Labor Techniques, Comfort Measure, C-Sections, Baby Care, Breastfeeding/Bottle Feeding, Hospital Tour, Child Development, Parenting, Car Seat Safety, Adult & Child CPR and more. First three classes of session meet at SCMC in the multi-purpose room in the lower level. Fourth class is at the Stevens County Ambulance Garage and the last class meets at Morris Area Elementary School in the ECFE room Pod A. Classes are on Mondays from 6:30-8:30pm. Cost is $35.

Stevens County Organics Kickoff
2021-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | East Side Park, Morris, 52488 180TH STREET, MORRIS, MN, 56267, United States
Join community members from across the county to learn about the Glacial Ridge Compost Facility and the Stevens County Organics Recycling program. Community members will have time to learn about how the program has been working in Pope/Douglas counties as well as time for conversation and questions on how the program will work in Stevens County.
We invite anyone who is interested to RSVP even if they cannot attend so that information from the meeting can be shared with you.
RSVP: bit.ly/3mMMotS
Organized by Stevens County, Engebretson Disposal, Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management, and the West Central MN Climate Network

Live2Lead Live Simulcast with John C Maxwell
2021-10-08 07:30 - 15:00 | Downtown Morris
Live2Lead Impact Morris will be hosted by Nikki Vogt, a certified coach, speaker and trainer for the John Maxwell Team.
Live2Lead is a full-day leadership and personal growth event. Join the community and watch the live simulcast.
Speakers include John C Maxwell, Jamie Kern Lima, Jeff Henderson, Valerie Burton and Ed Mylett.
Please call or email Nikki Vogt to reserve your tickets!
Cell: 320-808-0338
Email: ncvogt@fedteldirect.net

Page Lake Fishing Event
2021-10-07 17:00 - 20:00 | Page Lake, Hancock, MN, 26531 County Road 64, Hancock, 56244
Does your child love to fish? Check out this free fishing event on Page Lake outside of Hancock!!
All youth who join Scouts in the fall of 2021 are receiving a free fishing pole! When a parent submits a completed and paid youth application the child will receive a red fishing pole voucher. Families can then come to one of our office stores or a fishing event to exchange the voucher for a fishing pole.
Fishing events will be set up around the district where all the new Scouts will be able to use their new fishing poles. All current Scouts are welcome also and should invite a buddy to go fishing.
