Side Lake Community Garage Sales

Mark your calendars! The Side Lake Community Garage Sales will be Thursday to Saturday, June 12th (3pm – 7pm), 13th (9am – 4pm), and 14th (9am – 4pm) this year! If you would like to be a part of the 2025 Garage Sales and want to be included on “The Map”, sign up before May […]

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Notice to the Public

Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property This may affect your 2026 property tax payments – Notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeal and Equalization for French Township shall meet on Thursday April 24, 2025, from 1:00 -2:00 PM at the Town Hall, 7548 Hwy 5, Side Lake, Minnesota. The purpose of […]

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Come Join Us Tomorrow!

The Winter Festival is TOMORROW! Come join us for some winter fun at the Side Lake Rec! We will have sledding, skating, snowshoeing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, dog sled rides, arts and crafts, hot chocolate bar, and snacks! Bring the whole family! Hope to see you there! For more information, click here!

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Winter Festival in January!

Our Annual Winter Festival is scheduled for January 25th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Side Lake Rec Center! Join us for indoor and outdoor activities including sledding, skating, snowshoeing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, dog sled rides, arts and crafts, hot chocolate bar, and snacks! We have added craft demonstrations including stained glass, wreath […]

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Election Day is Next Tuesday, November 5th! 

French Township residents can vote at the Side Lake Community Center between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. Same day registration is available at the polling location. For questions on voting in St. Louis County, visit: https://www.stlouiscountymn.gov/departments-a-z/auditor/elections-voting. To view your sample ballot, visit: https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/whats-on-my-ballot.

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Fall Festival Right Around the Corner!

The Side Lake Fall Festival is coming up on Saturday, October 5th from 1-4PM. Check out the fun events planned for this year: – Archery – Pony rides – Petting zoo from Cook’s Country Connection – Pumpkin decorating (free pumpkin for first 150 children, limit one per child) – Games, crafts & prizes – Snacks […]

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Celebrate Side Lake! Here’s the Scoop…

It’s just around the corner – come out and Celebrate Side Lake! Live music, magic show, food trucks, games, demonstrations, and so many activities for the kids! Say hello to local business owners, our Fire and EMS volunteers, the DNR, and Smokey the Bear! When: Thursday, August 15th from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm Where: […]

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Urgent Need for Blood Donors!

We are hosting a Blood Drive at the Side Lake Rec Center this Saturday! There are still several openings for donation, and every donor will receive a box of Girl Scout Cookies! All types are needed, we have a special need for types O , O-, & B-. Side Lake Community Blood DriveSaturday, July 13, […]

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Important Info: Parade and 5K

4th of July Parade The Side Lake Parade Committee is recruiting all creative and enthusiastic 4th of July lovers to join our parade with a float. The top four winners receive prizes between $200 – $400 worth of gift cards to local food and drink establishments. We welcome all ages. Walking floats are encouraged and welcome. We […]

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