Välkommen till Lindström, MN

Sister city to Tingsryd, Sweden
 45th Anniversary

2008 DATES JULY 9-13
 Karl Oskar Days
Wed.-Sun., July 9-13, 2008
Sponsored by the Karl Oskar Committee.

Volunteers are needed email:
Paul at libhilfm@cornernet.com

 

Parade Registration forms

Arts, Crafts and Food Vendor
Registration forms

Tentative Schedule April 17, 2008– provided by Chisago County Historical Society 651-257-5310

 

 

 
     Karl Oskar and Kristina Nilsson are fictional characters in Vilhelm Moberg’s classic novels who represent the thousands of Swedes (and other immigrants) who left their European homelands in the late 1800’s to seek a better life for themselves and their families.  They came to America (many to the new Chisago Lake settlement) for land, jobs, and religious freedom. They labored intensely to make their dreams come true and experienced much joy and sorrow along the way.  Join with us in celebrating the rich heritage of the St Croix Valley and the uniqueness of downtown Lindström – sister city to Tingsryd, Sweden.                 Committee Acting Chair: Paul Dennison, 651-257-4818 651-257-4818                                           Registration forms to PO Box 159, Lindstrom, MN 55045

Tentative Schedule for 2008 
Subject to change

July 9-13, 2008
Karl Oskar
Snuff Box
Treasure Hunt
 Worth $500  cash prize 
if wearing a 2008
Karl Oskar Days button
Clues will be posted at NOON at
Lindstrom Foods,
Chisago County Press,
Lindstrom Antique Mall
and Wally Carlson's bp Station

 KARL OSKAR DAY
BUTTONS

 help to fund events.  Cost $2.00 - available at stores.  Collectible.  Prizes - match the numbers drawn with your button number and win $250, $150 or $50.

 

Wed., July 9

Noon Snuff Box clues posted and the challenge begins! 651-257-5115
4-7 p.m. Farmers' Market, St. Bridgets Catholic Church parking lot 651-257-3514
4:30-7 p.m. Outdoor Community BBQ,
Lindstrom Foods parking lot 651-257-5113
7 p.m. Harmony in Park,    Lions Park, Bring your own lawn chair.  65-257-0620 City Hall

Thursday, July 10

Noon Snuff Box clues posted 651-257-5115
5-9 p.m. Ladies' Night Out, shopping extravaganza in downtown Lindstrom, 651-257-8087 see schedule
7 p.m. Karl Oskar Queen Coronation  & Tingsryd, Sweden-Sister City Recognition program,  Performing Arts Center, CL High School,  admission $3 without a button, $2 with a button, Photo gallery of previous KOD Queens
651-442-4307 Missy

Friday, July, 11

Noon Snuff Box clues posted, if not found yet.
6 p.m. KOD Queen's Tug-O-War Challenge, in mud pit across from Lions Park. food and beverage concessions available in Lions Park. 651-257-4307 Missy
6:30  p.m.

Kiddie Parade lineup on St Croix Avenue (frontage road north of Fairview cemetery) with parade at 7 pm. South on Akerson Street, west on Sylvan Avenue with finish at Band Shell in Lions Park.   Coronation of Junior King and Queen follows.  Registration/questions: - we need a coordinator!
651-257-5310 Sherry

8-10 p.m. Family Bingo, at the Lindstrom Community Center - Fundraiser for Trinity Lutheran Youth 651-257-5129

Saturday, July 14

7 a.m. Lindstrom Loppet, 5K Run/Walk, registration,  Lakes Area Free Church. Walk/Run race start time 8 a.m., proceeds go to Fairview Scholarship Fund. Carla Norelius 651-257-8806
7:30 a.m. Golf Tournament begins, shotgun start, cash prizes, Chisago Lakes Golf Course. 651-257-1484
8 a.m.-noon Farmers' Market, St. Bridget Catholic Church parking lot, 651-257-3514
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Classic Car Show & Food, St. Bridget Catholic Church parking lot, $3 entry fee, prizes. Public welcome, free admission, 651-257-3535
9 a.m.-4 p.m. Community Arts and Crafts and Food Booths, in Memorial Park (formerly Library Park), arts and crafts, entertainment, food,  registration forms available at CL Chamber office. Becky 651-334-8524 Arts, Crafts and Food Vendor
Registration forms
10 a.m.-
4 p.m.		 Sidewalk sales and specials, Lindstrom shops 
10 a.m.-
2 p.m.		 Friends of the Library Book Sale,  used books at the NEW Chisago Lakes Area Library. 651.257.2817
11 a.m. Hot Dog Eating Contest, Lindstrom Dairy Queen. Must pre-register at DQ, 651-257-2536
11 a.m.-
4 p.m.		 Showcase of  Local Musicians & Dancers,   in Memorial Park, Pre-register with Dave 651-213-6181
Sat., July 8 cont.
Noon Snuff Box clues posted, if not yet found
2-5 p.m. Cribbage Tournament, Swedish Inn, cash prizes, John 257-4072
3 p.m. Queen's Tea & Social for visiting royalty, at Gustaf Historic House, Lindstrom
4-9 p.m. Lindstrom Fire Dept. and Lions Parade Party, in front of fire hall

 

Karl Oskar Grande Day Parade
  Line up at 5 p.m. in the Industrial Park,
start time 6 p.m.,
Entries must pre-register. 651-466-1598 Craig
Parade Registration forms available
Click here

 

Music and Dancing at Dinnerbel Bay, 
 8 p.m. , further information coming soon.

Sunday, July 13

7 a.m.-noon Masons Pancake Breakfast, Masonic Lodge, on main street  in Lindstom
11 a.m.-
4 p.m.		 Arts and Crafts and Food Booths, Memorial Park, 651-338-8524 Becky
11 a.m.-
4 p.m.		  Showcase of  Local Musicians and Dancers, in Memorial Park, pre-register 651-213-6181 Dave
1:30 p.m. Pie Baking Contest,  in Chisago Lakes Information Center,  Registration forms available at Chamber office and grocery stores.  Pies available for purchase after judging.  Mike  651-257-6373
2-4 p.m. Open Trap Shoot, Chisago Lakes Sportsmen's Club, door prizes 651-257-4697
6-7 p.m.

Bald Eagle Water Ski Club, viewing from Beach Park

7-9 p.m. "Help! Beatles Tribute" band concert, Beach Park, food concessions available or bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the evening.
BEST EVER Fireworks, 10 p.m., Beach Park,  a special thanks to Marine Dock and Lift for providing the fireworks platform. Water patrol provided by Chisago-Lindstrom Lakes Association and Chisago County Sheriff's office.

All events and activities subject to change.

 

Gold sponsor:
Plastic Products Company, Lindstrom
Lindstrom Volunteer Fire Department
Lakes Area Police Department

Silver Sponsor:
Chisago County Press

Bronze sponsor:
Needed
Call 651-257-1177 or Email 

 

 

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Last revised: April 19, 2008