Morris Area Chamber of Commerce

Shop with Santa's Helpers
2022-12-17 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | prairie art and gifts, 630 Atlantic Ave, Morris, MN, 56267
Especially for parents and children. Cookies and Hot Chocolate will be served.

Pomme de Terre Garden Club January Meeting
2023-01-26 17:15 - 19:00 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
Pomme de Terre Garden Club will meet on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 5:15 pm in the Morris Public Library meeting room. Program will be Organics and Recycling, presented by Sydney Bauer, Morris Model Energy Intern at University of Minnesota, Morris. All are welcome to attend.

Fargo Moorhead Ballet
2023-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th St, Morris, MN, 56267
The Fargo Moorhead Ballet will preform Saturday January 28, 2023
UMN Morris, 6pm at Edson Auditorium
Free and Open to the public
Details: https://news.morris.umn.edu/news/pas-welcomes-fmballet

Valentine's Day Event at Inherit Co
2023-02-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Inherit Co., 702 Atlantic Avenue, Morris, MN, 56367, United States
Valentine’s Day Event
12pm-5pm
Macarons, Flower Bundles, and Goodies

Pomme de Terre Garden Club February Meeting
2023-02-23 17:15 - 19:00 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
Pomme de Terre Garden Club will meet Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 5:15 pm at the Morris Public Library meeting room. Program will be Corsage Making, presented by Sandy Thorstad. All are welcome to attend.

Community Meal
2023-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 108 W 8th St, Morris, 56267
Sharing food is a key way to build community. A free meal is served to anyone who wants to come. Regional businesses and organizations fund the meal, and UMN Morris students, faculty, staff, and community members cook together and share a meal. Morris Community Meal uses local foods and sustainable practices as much as possible, and strives to share food from a variety of cultures. Anyone can get involved as a co-sponsor, volunteer, or attendee!
Learn more at http://morris-umn.presence.io/event/community-meal-february
Monday, February 27 at 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Faith Lutheran Church, 108 W. 8th St., Morris

UMN MORRIS SYMPHONIC WINDS SPRING CONCERT
2023-03-05 15:00 - 17:00 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th St, Morris, MN, 56267
“Musically Maverick – a performance of free-spirited and trendsetting music.” Simon Tillier, conductor Ava Anderson, mezzo-soprano. Tickets: Adult – $5.00, Senior – $3.00, Children & Student – $1.00 | When: Sunday, March 5, 3 p.m. | Where: HFA Recital Hall

PATHMARKING: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
2023-03-08 19:30 - 20:30 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th St, Morris, MN, 56267
The University of Minnesota Morris invites you to a voice recital on Wednesday, March 8 to celebrate International Women’s Day.
“Pathmarking” will feature works by American women composers which highlight the societal contributions and ideas of women who have created a pathway for those who follow. The program includes two solo works by Rosephanye Powell, Miss Wheatley’s Garden, which celebrates the lineage of Phillis Wheatley, America’s first African-American poet, and Then, Here & Now, four art songs which re-imagine African-American spiritual texts. The Long View by Patrice Michaels, is a cycle of nine songs that serve in painting a portrait of the life and career of the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, highlighting issues of gender and race equity, specifically. There will be three choral works for treble voices that will be sung by a selective choir comprised of students, faculty, and staff in the UMN Morris community. The poetry of Nikita Gill and Margaret Walker, and the words of Malala Yousafzai are set with strength, conviction, and fire by composers Melissa Dunphy, Andrea Ramsey, and Joan Szymko.
The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. in the HFA Recital Hall on the UMN Morris campus. A pre-concert talk by Dr. Denise Odello will be held at 6:45 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Pomme de Terre Garden Club March Meeting
2023-03-23 17:15 - 18:30 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
Pomme de Terre Garden Club will meet Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 5:15 pm at the Morris Public Library meeting room. Program will be Farmroad Cutting Garden, presented by Kristen Grimm. All are welcome to attend.

Community Meal
2023-03-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Faith Lutheran Church, 108 W 8th St, Morris, 56267
The University of Minnesota Morris Office of Community Engagement will host a Community Meal at Faith Lutheran Church (108 West 8th Street, Morris, MN 56267). This is a free meal served to anyone who wants to come. The menu includes chicken lo mein, vegetable egg roll, cream cheese wonton, almond cookie. There will be vegan and gluten free options. Everything is prepared with the help of campus and community volunteers.Those interested in volunteering can register at https://z.umn.edu/MACommunityMeal | When: Monday,March 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 108 West 8th Street, Morris, MN 56267

38th Annual Circle of Nations Indigenous Association Powwow
2023-04-01 11:00 - 21:00 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th St, Morris, MN, 56267
A colorful expression of song and dance will fill the Cougar Sports Center on Saturday, April 1, when the Circle of Nations Indian Association (CNIA) students hold the 38th Annual CNIA Powwow.
Grand entry at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Community feast from 5-6 p.m.
Concession stand with fry bread tacos and drinks throughout the day.
Native vendors with cool goods!
New to powwow? Visit https://z.umn.edu/Powwow101
Learn more at http://morris-umn.presence.io/event/cnia-38th-annual-contest-powwow

Morris Area Women of Today Easter Egg Hunt
2023-04-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Morris Area Elementary, 151 S Columbia Ave, Morris, 56267
The Morris Area Women of Today will once again be hosting our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8th from 2:00-3:00 PM. The location will be Morris Area Elementary School gym. Please join us for this FREE egg hunt, where every child will receive candy and a gift bag. Kids can get balloons from Clueless the Balloon Twister and meet the Easter Bunny. We hope to see you there!

Burgers and Trivia Fundraiser
2023-04-22 17:00 - 19:30 | American Legion, Morris, 56267
Join Someplace Safe Saturday, April 22, from 5:00-7:30pm at the Morris American Legion for a Burger and Trivia Fundraiser event!
Burgers and all the fixings will be served for a free will donations.
TRIVIA Begins at 6pm with Teams of 4 or More. Prizes will be awarded to the Top 3 Teams! Featuring trivia questions with local topics!

Atmosphères
2023-04-26 19:30 - 20:30 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th St, Morris, MN, 56267
Atmosphères
Dr. Simon Tillier with the UMN Morris Chamber Orchestra perform Bartok, Britten, Strauss, Faure, and Gregson-Williams
Atmosphere. Color. Imagination.
The UMN Morris Chamber Orchestra, under the baton of Dr. Simon Tillier, explores atmosphere in music with a program of classical and popular pieces from different times and places. Hungarian, child-inspired music contrasts with the much loved Chronicles of Narnia, while a Viennese polka is set beside Elizabethan courtly dance. This performance will embrace your senses and awaken your imagination. Admission Free – donations welcome.

Pomme de Terre Garden Club April Meeting
2023-04-27 17:15 - 18:30 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
Pomme de Terre Garden Club will meet Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 5:15 pm at the Morris Public Library meeting room. Program will be African Violets, presented by Chris Melberg. All are welcome to attend.

Tinman Triathlon
2023-05-06 07:00 - 12:00 | Regional Fitness Center, 626 E 2nd St, Morris, 56267
The 37th annual Tinman Triathlon will be held at the Regional Fitness Center on the University of Minnesota Morris campus and brings together people in our community and across the region.
The Tinman has two courses to choose from!
SPRINT COURSE:
Swim – 450 Yards, Bike – 12 Miles, Run – 5 Kilometers
OLYMPIC COURSE:
Swim – 1,100 Yards, Bike – 19 Miles, Run – 10 Kilometers​
You can complete the Tinman in a group or individually!

Courage Cottage Walking Taco Fundraiser
2023-05-11 16:00 - 18:30 | Stevens Community Medical Center, 400 E. 1st St., Morris, 56267
The SCMC Courage Cottage will be having their 2nd annual Walking Taco Fundraiser from 4-6:30 pm on Thursday, May 11 along with FREE ice cream in honor of Hospital Week (May 7-13th).
We will be serving on the SCMC Patio right off of First Street by NovaCare entrance and across the street from the Courage Cottage in Morris. Free-will donation, grab & go.
Advance orders can be placed for orders over 10 and called in by Monday, May 8 by 3 pm. Call 320-585-5133. All proceeds will go to benefit the Courage Cottage.

American Indian Honoring ceremony
2023-05-12 16:00 - 17:00 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th St, Morris, MN, 56267
This traditional program honors American Indian graduates at the University of Minnesota Morris. The University will offer a honor song for graduates and their families. This affirming cultural event is open and free to the public. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. ceremony from 4-5 p.m.; reception at 5:30 p.m. The Honoring Ceremony is hosted by the UMN Morris American Indian Advisory Committee.
Zoom Registration: z.umn.edu/HC23
For disability accommodations or questions, please contact the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural Programs at 320-589-6095 or ummedi@morris.umn.edu.
Friday, May 12 at 4:00pm
Student Center, Oyate Hall

UMN Morris Commencement
2023-05-13 | University of Minnesota Morris, 600 E 4th St, Morris, MN, 56267
The University of Minnesota Morris will hold its 60th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 13, 2023.
The ceremony is at 1:30 p.m. on the campus mall. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the Cougar Sports Center.
Details are at https://morris.umn.edu/news-events/commencement

Morris Community Tree Planting Project
2023-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | City of Morris, Morris, MN, 56267, United States
Celebrate Arbor Month in Morris by helping plant trees Thursday May 18 (May 25 rain date) from 4pm to 6pm at the corner of Skyview Lane and E. Brook Avenue in Morris. A kid-friendly event! Please bring a shovel, if possible, but otherwise just come — we’ll have extra tools. (Call City Hall 589-3141 with questions.)

Pomme de Terre Garden Club Spring Mum and Plant Sale
2023-05-20 09:00 - 11:00 | American Legion, Morris, 56267
The Pomme de Terre Garden Club will hold their Spring Mum and Plant sale on Saturday, May 20th at the American Legion, 9am-11am.

Brownies & Blooms Fundraiser
2023-05-30 16:00 - 18:30 | SCMC Courage Cottage, 409 E. First Street, Morris, 56237
Support the SCMC Courage Cottage & the local Stevens County Dolly Parton Imagination Library Program by purchasing plants and flowers from our annual employee-ran fundraiser!
Tuesday, May 30 from 4-6:30 pm at the Courage Cottage, located right outside on the patio & lawn of the Cottage along First Street & Columbia Ave. in Morris.
If you would like to donate any perennials or plants contact Beth by Friday, May 26 @ 320-760-2596.

Compost Barrel Giveaway
2023-06-02 11:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Stevens County Highway Department, 1762 State Hwy 9, Morris, 56267
Are you interested in organics recycling? Come pick up free materials to get you started!
Participate via community dropsites, backyard composting, or both.
125 gallon backyard compost barrels will be available on a first come first serve basis along with household organics starter kits.
With questions contact 320-208-6574 or www.co.stevens.mn.us/organics

Fiber Arts Workshop
2023-06-06 17:30 - 19:30, 2023-06-08 17:30 - 19:30 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
Fiber Arts Workshop Series with Lori Kurpiers
4 sessions, 5:30-7:30pm
Tuesday, June 6 – Crochet
Thursday, June 8 – Knitting
Wednesday, June 14 – Sewing
Thurs, June 15 – Weaving
For children (ages 9+) and adults. Space is limited, pre-register.
This four-part fiber arts workshop series will demystify sewing, crochet, knitting, and weaving by teaching basic skills in each art form. With support from Prairie Renaissance Cultural Alliance (PRCA).
This program is sponsored by Morris Public Library and Viking Library System. This project was funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.

Mobile Sign Shop
2023-06-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
Mobile Sign Shop
Wednesday, June 7th, 3-6 pm
With teaching artist Peter Haakon Thompson. The Mobile Sign Shop is housed on a trailer and holds workshops for participants to create their own, customized, carved wooden signs, inspired by the vernacular of Northern Minnesota cabin signs.
This program is sponsored by Morris Public Library and Viking Library System. This project was funded in part or in whole with monies from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage fund.

Oil Seeds and Soil Needs Field Day
2023-06-08 09:00 - 13:00 | North Central Soil Conservation Research Laboratory, 803 Iowa Avenue, Morris, MN
The North Central Soil Conservation Research Laboratory (Soils Lab) invites you to a Summer Field Day at the Swan Lake Research Farm.
On-site demonstrations and talks about the research progress on oilseed crop agronomy, how they improve soil health, and how the Soils Lab is working to benefit the community.
The day begins at 9 a.m. at the Soils Lab, 803 Iowa Avenue, and we’ll catch a bus to the research farm. There will be 3, 30-minute talks on *Soil Health & Climate Change; *USDA-ARS Ongoing Research, and *Cropping Systems and Rotation.
A complimentary lunch will be provided at noon by our stakeholder support group, the Barnes-Aastad Soil and Water Conservation Research Association.

Youth Creative Writing Club with Seth Kelly
2023-06-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
For grades 5-12, pre-register. Join MAHS English teacher Seth Kelly for an introduction to writing fiction, poetry, and scripts. We’ll explore these genres and collaborate on a performance project.

Special PJ Story Time
2023-06-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Morris Public Library, 102 E 6th St., Morris, 56267
Bring your stuffed animal and wear your pajamas for this special evening storytime. A light snack will be provided. Then, leave your stuffed animal with us for a sleepover in the library. Kids will get a memento of their stuffies’slumber party.
