“Let’s Talk About Neurodiversity" with Sierra Grandy
2025-10-01 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Holiday Inn, 5637 MN-29, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Everyone is encouraged to join us for an engaging event to learn about and celebrate the unique perspectives and strengths of individuals with diverse neurological differences. Whether you’re a parent, educator, employer, supervisor, coworker, friend, advocate, or local resident who wants to learn and be a more informed community member, this event is for you! There are many living among us with neurological disorders who have abundant skill sets and gifts to contribute. By coming together to learn, grow, and share information, conversation, and experiences, we can all benefit and build a stronger community!
Event Tickets

Tickets for this event are $20 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
If cost is prohibitive, visit the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, 206 Broadway, for complimentary tickets.

About Sierra

Sierra Grandy, JD, is a speaker, attorney, advocate, Congressional Candidate, and founder of Questify Your Life LLC, who is passionate about neurodiversity, disability, and mental health topics. As a neurodivergent and disabled person herself, Sierra draws on her lived experiences and educational background to give voice to marginalized and overlooked communities. As an avid volunteer and leader in her community, including in the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the Minnesota State Advisory Council on Mental Health, and the Minnesota Disability Bar Association, Sierra uses her connections and resources to try to make a difference in the lives around her. Her mission is to empower disabled and neurodivergent individuals by fighting for greater inclusion, acceptance, and access to essential tools for success.

Farmers Market
2025-10-02 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-09 15:00 - 18:00 | Big Ole Central Park, 200 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Alexandria Farmers Market at Big Ole Park
Support local growers and savor the flavors of the season at the Alexandria Farmers Market, located at Big Ole Park at Broadway & Second Avenue.
The market offers a full lineup of fresh, locally grown produce, meats, flowers, and baked goods. Find a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables including:
🫛 Beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers
🌿 Fresh herbs, lettuce, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes
🍓 Pumpkins, raspberries, squash, strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes
🌸 Beautiful cut flowers
🥩 Local meats: elk, lamb, beef, pork
🥖 Homemade baked goods
Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients or simply enjoying the community vibe, the Alexandria Farmers Market is a must-visit.
Market Hours
🛒 Saturdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | May 13 – October 28
🛒 Tuesdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | June 27 – October 31
🛒 Thursdays | 3 – 6 p.m. | June 22 – October 26

Cardinal Community Fest
2025-10-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Woodland Elementary School, 1410 South McKay Ave., Alexandria, 56308, United States
Gather the family and come on out for an evening of fun at the Cardinal Community Fest! Enjoy an unforgettable night of free activities for everyone, including youth bingo, Shenanigans Indoor Playground, a Ninja Warrior course, a Mario Kart tournament, and trivia bingo for adults with awesome prizes.
You can also cast your vote for your favorite decorated pumpkin, watch incredible student performances, and take advantage of extended early voting on site. Delicious food will be available for purchase, so come hungry and ready to celebrate with the community!

Smart Alex Trivia at Copper Trail Brewing
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us every Thursday from 6–8 PM for Smart Alex Trivia at Copper Trail Brewing Company. Win up to a $50 gift card and a chance at BEER FOR A YEAR!

Prizes for Top Teams:

1st Place: $50 gift card

2nd Place: $20 gift card

3rd Place: $10 gift card

FREE to play! Pro Tip: Arrive early to grab a seat—we start at 6 PM sharp!

Fiddler on the Roof
2025-10-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Andria Theatre, 618 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, United States
Production of the classic musical, Fiddler on the Roof, brought to you by the Andria Theatre!
Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia.
Oct. 2-4 & 9-11 @7pm, 5 & 12 @2pm at Andria Theatre

Fiddler on the roof
2025-10-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Andria Theatre, 618 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, United States
Fiddler on the roof at the Andria Theatre! Show Synopsys: Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964,Â Fiddler on the RoofÂ is the brainchild of Broadway legends, Jerome Robbins and Harold Prince; songwriters, Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick; and bookwriter, Joseph Stein. Touching audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty, this universal show is a staple of the musical theatre canon.

Brunch at Copper Trail Brewing / 205 Grill
2025-10-03 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-04 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Enjoy brunch at 205 Grill from 10am-1pm every Friday-Sunday!

Copper Trail is serving up breakfast burritos and choice of 2 or 3 apple fritter french toast! They now have mimosa flights that come with a bottle of Champagne with juices and berries to enjoy with friends or family!

Cocktails include Bloody Marys, Marina Caesars, Espresso Martinis, and Mimosas!
NA options include a virgin bloody mary and medium roast cold brew on tap!
Full food and drinks menus are also available at 10am!

Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2025-10-03 17:30 - 20:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. for Friday night live music from 5:30-8:30 PM.

To view their music schedule, CLICK HERE.

Farmers Market
2025-10-04 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Big Ole Central Park, 200 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Support local growers and savor the flavors of the season at the Alexandria Farmers Market, located at Big Ole Park at Broadway & Second Avenue— right next to Big Ole.
The market offers a full lineup of fresh, locally grown produce, meats, flowers, and baked goods. Find a wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables including:
🫛 Beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cucumbers
🌿 Fresh herbs, lettuce, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes
🍓 Pumpkins, raspberries, squash, strawberries, sweet corn, tomatoes
🌸 Beautiful cut flowers
🥩 Local meats: elk, lamb, beef, pork
🥖 Homemade baked goods
Whether you’re shopping for fresh ingredients or simply enjoying the community vibe, the Alexandria Farmers Market is a must-visit.
Market Hours
🛒 Saturdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | May 13 – October 28
🛒 Tuesdays | 9 a.m. – Noon | June 27 – October 31
🛒 Thursdays | 3 – 6 p.m. | June 22 – October 26

Saturday Story Hour at Cherry Street Books
2025-10-04 10:00 - 11:00 | MN
It’s time for Story Hour!
Join Cherry Street Books from 10:00am-11:00am every Saturday! Books from a new author will be featured author every week!
September 6th: James Dean
September 13th: Nancy Carlson
September 20th: The Berenstains
September 27th: Victoria Kahn
October 4th: Dr. Seuss
October 11th: Alan Baker
October 18: —
October 25th: Aaron Reynolds

Nothing Bundt Cake Flight at Carlos Creek
2025-10-04 12:00 - 20:00 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
More info to come!
Check Carlos Creek’s website for more details.

Live Music at Carlos Creek Winery
2025-10-04 14:00 - 17:00 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us every Saturday at Carlos Creek Winery in Alexandria, MN for live music from 2-5 PM inside the CCW tasting room.

View the music schedule HERE.

Live Music at 22 Northmen Brewing
2025-10-04 17:30 - 20:30 | 22 Northmen Brewing Company, 6693 County Rd 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Join us at 22 Northmen Brewing Co. for live music in the taproom Saturday from 5:30-8:30 PM in Alexandria, MN.

CLICK HERE to view the music schedule.

Alexandria Blizzard Home Game
2025-10-04 19:10 - 21:30 | PrimeWest Health RCC, 802 3rd Ave W, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Cheer on the Alexandria Blizzard this hockey season at the Runestone Community Center in Alexandria, MN!

You can find the 2025-2026 home game schedule here, featuring every matchup happening right here in Alexandria.

🎟️ Tickets & Fan Info

Venue: Runestone Community Center, Alexandria MN

Buy Tickets: HERE

Contact: info@alexandriablizzard.com | (320) 460-2601

Parking: Free lot on-site

Karaoke Night
2025-10-04 20:00 - 23:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
The first Saturday of the month is KARAOKE NIGHT at Copper Trail! Stop in from 8:00 to close, get your name on the list, and show us what you’ve got to say—err, sing. Also, don’t tell anyone, but we’ve been known to give out some free beers and other prizes to vocalists who make an effort to put on a show…

9th Annual Apple Pie Baking Contest
2025-10-05 10:00 - 13:30 | Country Blossom Farm, 1951 Englund Rd SW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Calling all bakers! 🍎🥧 It’s time to showcase your best apple pie recipe at the 9th Annual Apple Pie Baking Contest. Prizes and bragging rights are on the line—with over $1,000 in prizes up for grabs!
No pre-registration is required—just bring your best pie and join the fun. Full contest rules and details can be found on the event flyer.
Are you ready to mix, bake, and win? Ready, Set, BAKE!
10am-11am Pie Dropoff
11am-12:45pm Pie Judging
1pm Winners Announced
1:30pm Pie Buffet for all attendees
*while supplies last*

Sunday Brunch at Carlos Creek Winery
2025-10-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Carlos Creek Winery, 6693 County Road 34 NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Sundays are for ‘Brunching’ at Carlos Creek Winery! 🥂☕

Looking for the best way to spend your Sunday? Head over to Carlos Creek Winery for a delicious and unforgettable Sunday Brunch experience! Enjoy every week on Sundays from 10-2pm in a family-friendly, dog-friendly atmosphere!

What to Expect

🍹 Brunch cocktails and mocktails: Sip on handcrafted drinks made just for brunch, from classic cocktails to creative mocktails for everyone to enjoy.

🍕🍳 Brunch menu: Savor a delicious selection of brunch favorites, including mouth-watering brunch pizzas, handcrafted brunch cocktails, and refreshing Nitro Cold Brew Coffee.

🍽️ Outdoor and indoor seating: Whether the weather is amazing and you’re relaxing on our dog-friendly patio or cozying up inside, there’s a perfect spot for everyone.

Family-friendly atmosphere: Enjoy a relaxed vibe that’s perfect for creating memories with your loved ones.

Live Music at Copper Trail!
2025-10-05 15:00 - 17:00 | Copper Trail Brewing Co., 205 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Live Music in the Taproom! Every Sunday, stop by and enjoy some of our favorite local musicians

October Social Axe Throwing at Brophy Park
2025-10-09 17:00 - 21:00 | Lake Brophy County Park, 2175 Brophy Lndg NW, Alexandria, MN, United States
October Social Axe Throwing at Brophy Park
Join us at Lake Brophy County Park on October 9th! From 5-7 pm we’ll have Micah with Woodsman Axe and Papa K’s Rescue BBQ to cater!

Stay tuned for additional details!

Around the World: Greece
2025-10-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, 518 Broadway St, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Event Overview
Pack your bags—no passport required! Our Around the World event series continues to Greece, where you’ll explore the vibrant flavors and traditions of this amazing country.

What’s Included
Your $25 table reservation (for up to 4 guests) includes:
Cultural Experience:
A variety of family-friendly activities celebrating Greek culture.
A curated collection of 6 sweet and savory treats.
An illustrated guidebook packed with fascinating facts about Greece’s cuisine, culture, and geography.
Cost & Registration
$25 per table (up to 4 guests).
Add up to 2 extra guests for $5 each (paid night of event).
Table max: 6 guests.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and space is limited.
Important Notes
Food & beverages from the Ollie Birch menu are NOT included in the registration fee but will be available for purchase during the event.
No refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, we will hold your snack box for pick-up at Ollie Birch within one week of the event.
Reserve Your Table
Spots are limited! Secure your table today and get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience.
