Menahga C&C Birthday Bash

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55 YEARS.

ONE COMMUNITY.

WHAT'S NEXT?

For 55 years, the Menahga Civic & Commerce Association has been bringing people together and working to make Menahga a better place to live, work and play.

Traditions

We've helped create and carry on community traditions like St. Urho Days, the Festival of Sales, the Family Fishing Derby, Menahga Midsummer, and Santa Day & Tree Lighting.


But the C&C is about more than events.

WE HELP MAKE THINGS HAPPEN.

Projects

Over the years, the C&C and its members have helped support projects and investments that have become part of our community including:

  • Menahga Pickleball Courts
  • Menahga Disc Golf Course
  • Sounds of Spirit Lake Concert Series
  • St. Urho Statue & Pavilion
  • “Welcome to Menahga” signs at both ends of town
  • Christmas/Winter Snowflakes in the City of Menahga 


These are more than projects on a list. They're places to gather, things to do, reasons to visit, and pieces of the community we get to enjoy because someone had an idea, and people were willing to get behind it.


And that's the real story of the C&C.


For 55 years, people have brought their ideas, enthusiasm, skills, talent, time and resources to help make Menahga a better place.

Ideas for the Future

NOW WE'RE ASKING:
WHAT'S NEXT?


  • What would make Menahga an even better place to live?
  • What would bring more people together?
  • What would attract visitors?
  • What would support our businesses?
  • What would give our kids and families more opportunities?
  • What idea have you been carrying around that you'd love to see happen?

Bring it to our 55th Birthday Celebration.

INVITATION TO JOIN & FAQ

THINK THE C&C ISN'T FOR YOU? THINK AGAIN.

  • I'm a business owner, but I'm too busy to attend.

    We get it. You don't have to do it all yourself. Any member of your business or organization can attend and represent you. Send an employee, partner, family member or another representative. We want your voice at the table.

  • I don't have time to help during the big events.

    You don't have to work Midsummer or spend your weekend organizing an event. A tremendous amount of planning happens long before the event arrives. We need people with ideas, skills and enthusiasm to help plan, organize and create new things throughout the year.

  • I'm not a business owner.

    That's exactly why the word Civic is part of our name. The C&C isn't just for business owners. Community members are an important part of our organization. You live here. You raise your families here. You attend the events. You have ideas about what would make Menahga an even better place to live, work and play.

You belong in this conversation

COME CELEBRATE.

COME SHARE.

COME BE PART OF WHAT'S NEXT.

Enjoy birthday cake and refreshments, hear a little about the C&C's history and purpose, reconnect with neighbors and friends, and help us imagine what the next 55 years could look like.


No membership required. Everyone is welcome.


Please RSVP if you can so we know how much cake to have, but come anyway if you're able. We'd really love to see you there.


Drawing prizes. Must be present to win.

55 YEARS GOT US HERE.

LET'S DECIDE WHAT COMES NEXT—TOGETHER.


By Andrea Haverinen • July 15, 2026
Raffle Winners & Celebration Updates
Fireworks bursting over a lake at dusk, with a crowd watching from the shoreline and a dock.
April 10, 2026
9 am - NOON
Decorated parade float with two performers in pink and green on a roadside
April 8, 2026
Menahga Civic & Commerce Association P O Box 74 | Menahga MN 56464-0074 “Coming together is a beginning, Staying together is progress, Working together is success.” Henry Ford MIDSUMMER CELEBRATION 2026 Hello from the Menahga C & C, The Menahga Civic & Commerce Association is preparing for the 2026 Menahga Midsummer Celebration which is scheduled for Friday through Sunday, July 10, 11 and 12. Since this is America's 250th Birthday, also known as the United States Semiquincentennial, we are hopeful that everyone will commemorate it somehow with red, white and blue and/or, by other historical events. This is a very exciting time to be living and able to celebrate this event! The Grand Parade will be held on Saturday evening. You are cordially invited to participate in this year’s parade on Saturday, July 11th, 2026, which will begin at 7:00 p.m. from the east end of Main Street. The parade runs east to west on Main Street for nine blocks from Fern Avenue to Fir Avenue. THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE FOR OUR PARADE! Click the button above this letter to find the parade entry form. If you or your organization is planning to enter a unit in the parade, please fill out the form completely and return it as soon as possible either to: Liz Olson at lizolson@wcta.net or by mail to Midsummer Parade 2026, c/o Liz Olson, 528 2nd St SE, Menahga, MN 56464 It is necessary that you provide on the line entitled, "Type of Unit", the vehicles being used for your entry, i.e., pickup truck and 8' float, etc., so that we can leave enough space between the parade number markers. If you are no longer in charge of your organization's parade entry, please pass this letter on to the person who now has that responsibility. If you are aware of others who would like to participate in our Parade, please feel free to pass on this information as well. All entries must enter the line-up area from the south, at the (east side of the New Menahga School) High School parking lot on or before 6:30 p.m. It is located one block east of the St. Urho Statue on Highway 71. Parade officials will be able to direct you to your spot in the line-up from that area. The deadline for all entries is Friday June 19th, 2026 , but your earliest attention to this matter will be greatly appreciated to get started on the line-up. Late entries will be added to the end of the line-up in the order in which they are received. If you have any questions, call or text Liz Olson at 218-329-5645. In anticipation of your positive reply, the Menahga Civic and Commerce Association would like to thank you for helping make our parade a successful event. We look forward to seeing you in July! AS A REMINDER: ABSOLUTELY NO CANDY CAN BE THROWN FROM A VEHICLE OR FLOAT FOR SAFETY REASONS. YOU MAY HAVE PEOPLE WALKING ALONG THE SIDE OF YOUR ENTRY NEAR THE SPECTATORS THROWING CANDY. THANKS Liz Olson, Menahga C & C Parade Chair P.S. As in the past, I will be texting your parade line-up number on or before Thursday, July 9, 2026. If you have not received your line-up number by that date, please contact me at (218) 329-5645.
A group in purple and green costumes stands outside a snowy building, one holding a sign.
April 8, 2026
Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy our tradition!
A flyer for Bike MS, featuring cyclists on a road, event dates of July 27–31, 2026, a QR code, and sponsor logos.
April 6, 2026
Passing through Menahga Sunday, July 26th - 27th
Six people stand in front of a waffle-patterned wall under a chocolate-drip decoration, one holding a framed certificate.
By Andrea Haverinen • March 27, 2026
The Menahga C&C and The Economic Alliance welcome Pastor Patenaude and Hans Tanner of Spririt Lake Motel & Resort and Scoopology to Menahga and wish them great success!
Four people stand in front of a Massage by Deanna storefront holding a framed certificate.
By Andrea Haverinen • March 25, 2026
The Menahga C&C and The Economic Alliance welcome Deanna Negrete to Menahga and wish her great success!
Logo for St. Urho Days with purple text and a cluster of purple grapes with green leaves.
March 24, 2026
St. Urho Days in Menahga is scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2026 and Saturday, March 14, 2026. Join us for entertainment, changing of the guards, and parade.
A group of people standing outside Spirit Lake Lumber, one person holding a framed award.
By Andrea Haverinen • March 24, 2026
The Menahga C&C and The Economic Alliance welcome Ben Litton, new owner of Spirit Lake Lumber to Menahga and wish him great success!
Five people stand in a showroom, the center person holding a frame, smiling toward the camera.
By Andrea Haverinen • March 21, 2026
The Menahga C&C and The Economic Alliance welcome Trevor and Maryn Torola, new owers of Menahga Floors and More to Menahga and wish them great success!