BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Carver County Local News - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Carver County Local News X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cclocalnews.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Carver County Local News REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T140000 DTSTAMP:20260824T213018Z CREATED:20260824T213018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T213018Z UID:10004049-1791021600-1791036000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Apple & Pumpkin Harvest Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Farm at the Arb on Oct. 3 to celebrate the Apple and Pumpkin Harvest Day. Gather friends and family to spend a crisp autumn day at the farm and experience the bounty of the season through immersive\, hands-on activities: walk the orchard with an expert\, explore the pumpkin patch\, get crafty and taste-test. \n  \nBe sure to reserve your admission on the website! \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/apple-pumpkin-harvest-day/ LOCATION:Minnesota Landscape Arboretum\, 3675 Arboretum Dr\, Chaska\, 55318\, 55318\, United States CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/image-64.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T140000 DTSTAMP:20260824T212916Z CREATED:20260824T212916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T212916Z UID:10004039-1791025200-1791036000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Baylor Soup Showdown DESCRIPTION:Join Carver County Parks for the Baylor Soup Showdown from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 3\, 2026\, at Baylor Regional Park. Enjoy a day of delicious competition\, outdoor adventure\, and community fun. \n  \nThink your soup has what it takes to win? Register as a Soup Maker and put your favorite recipe to the test. Whether you are an experienced chef or simply love cooking at home\, everyone is welcome to compete. Soup Makers will receive four free event tickets with their soup submission and have a chance to take home The Golden Ladle. \n  \nPrefer to leave the cooking to someone else? Register as a Taste Tester to sample soups and help choose the winner. You do not need to make a soup to participate as a Taste Tester. Come hungry and be ready to taste some of the best soups Carver County has to offer! \n  \nThe fun goes beyond the soup. Throughout the event\, participants can enjoy outdoor activities\, including archery\, geocaching\, and a rock climbing wall. \n  \nEvent Schedule\n\n11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Outdoor activities\n11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Soup tasting\n12:45 p.m.: Awards ceremony\n\nChildren 2 and younger are free. Day-of-event tickets will be available for $15. \nCome compete\, taste\, explore\, and enjoy a fall day at Baylor Regional Park! \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/baylor-soup-showdown/ LOCATION:Baylor Regional Park\, 10775 County Road 33\, Norwood Young America\, MN\, 55397\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family-Friendly,Food and Drink,Nature and Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Soup-Showdown.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T143000 DTSTAMP:20260206T202652Z CREATED:20260206T202652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T202652Z UID:10003601-1791723600-1791729000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Fall Colors Kayak DESCRIPTION:Soak the up the fall colors while exploring a gorgeous Minnesota lake during this paddling excursion! Instructors will cover the basics of kayaking and lead the group out onto the lake to view the changing leaves around Lake Minnewashta. All equipment will be provided. Participants under age 14 must be registered with a registered adult. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/fall-colors-kayak-2/ LOCATION:Lake Minnewashta Regional Park\, 6900 Hazeltine Blvd\, Chanhassen\, 55331\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family-Friendly,Nature and Outdoors,Sports and Recreation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Fall-Colors-Kayak-Small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T190000 DTSTAMP:20260705T210522Z CREATED:20260627T223700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T210522Z UID:10003988-1791826200-1791831600@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:CHANcrafts: Mandala Painting DESCRIPTION:Learn about creating welcoming spaces in our community while painting mandala designs. \n  \nHosted by the Chanhassen Communities of Belonging. Registration recommended. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/chancrafts-mandala-painting/2026-10-12/ LOCATION:Chanhassen Library\, 7711 Kerber Blvd.\, Chanhassen\, MN\, 55317\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Family-Friendly,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Library_Logo-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T173000 DTSTAMP:20260206T202903Z CREATED:20260206T202903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T202903Z UID:10003602-1791909000-1791912600@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Youth Geocaching for S’mores DESCRIPTION:We’re looking for aspiring treasure hunters to join us on a quest for treasure—s’mores! After a brief training on the history and use of GPS navigation\, participants use GPS units to seek out secret caches hidden throughout the park. Each cache contains s’more ingredients—marshmallows\, graham crackers\, and chocolate—which are enjoyed by the fire after the adventure is over. All equipment provided. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/youth-geocaching-for-smores/ LOCATION:Picnic Shelter\, Wassermann Lake Preserve\, 9175 Church Lake Blvd\, Victoria\, MN\, 55386 CATEGORIES:Education and Schools,Family-Friendly,Nature and Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Geocaching-for-Smores-Small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T193000 DTSTAMP:20260120T233328Z CREATED:20260120T233327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T233328Z UID:10002198-1792602000-1792611000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Beers and Burgers DESCRIPTION:Proceeds go to Revitalizing Veterans Dreams \n  \nJoin us every third Wednesday. Happy hour is from 4pm to 6pm. Burgers are served from 5pm until gone. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/beers-and-burgers-2/2026-10-21/ LOCATION:Chaska VFW Post 1791\, 620 Creek Rd\, Chaska\, 55318\, United States CATEGORIES:Family-Friendly,Food and Drink,Fundraisers and Charity,Social Gatherings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-02-20-at-4_54_04-PM-Kelli-Schmitz.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Revitalizing Veterans Dreams":MAILTO:kelli.schmitz@cclocalnews.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T143000 DTSTAMP:20260206T203105Z CREATED:20260206T203105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T203105Z UID:10003603-1792933200-1792938600@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Trick or Treat Geocaching DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spooky season by searching Baylor Regional Park for hidden treats using our GPS devices in this Halloween themed geocaching event! Invite out some friends or just bring the family out for an afternoon activity enjoying the last of the fall weather. Then warm up around a campfire (if the weather is chilly enough for it). Children must be accompanied by a participating adult\, but adults do not need to register or pay. All equipment is provided\, and nobody goes home empty handed! \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/trick-or-treat-geocaching-2/ LOCATION:Baylor Regional Park\, 10775 County Road 33\, Norwood Young America\, MN\, 55397\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family-Friendly,Holidays and Festivals,Nature and Outdoors,Sports and Recreation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Geocaching-for-Smores-Small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T173000 DTSTAMP:20260206T203455Z CREATED:20260206T203455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T203455Z UID:10003605-1793291400-1793295000@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Youth Geocaching for S’mores DESCRIPTION:We’re looking for aspiring treasure hunters to join us on a quest for treasure—s’mores! After a brief training on the history and use of GPS navigation\, participants use GPS units to seek out secret caches hidden throughout the park. Each cache contains s’more ingredients—marshmallows\, graham crackers\, and chocolate—which are enjoyed by the fire after the adventure is over. All equipment provided. \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/youth-geocaching-for-smores-2/ LOCATION:Lake Minnewashta Regional Park\, 6900 Hazeltine Blvd\, Chanhassen\, 55331\, United States CATEGORIES:Education and Schools,Family-Friendly,Nature and Outdoors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Geocaching-for-Smores-Small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Carver County Parks":MAILTO:mostergard@carvercountymn.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T153000 DTSTAMP:20260303T232245Z CREATED:20260303T232245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T232245Z UID:10003704-1793451600-1793460600@cclocalnews.org SUMMARY:Halloween in Victoria DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a fun-filled\, family-friendly Halloween\, as the Victoria Lions Club and Victoria Business Association invite you to enjoy a community-wide celebration! \n  \nStart by trick-or-treating at participating businesses in the Victoria business district from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.\, where local businesses will be handing out sweet treats to all ages. Then head over to Bayfront Park from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. for exciting games and activities hosted by the Victoria Lions Club! \n  \nBut that’s not all—there’s even more fun in store:\nClimb aboard a fire truck with the Victoria Fire Department and learn about their life-saving work.\nDiscover the wonders of Fall Composting with the City of Victoria and get some green tips for your home.\nSnap some spooky photos on the Haystack Haven\, perfect for making lasting memories!\nThis community tradition is the perfect way to celebrate the autumn season with your family and neighbors. Bring your little ghouls and goblins for a day of trick-or-treating\, games\, and festive fun in Victoria! \nShare this:\n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n More\n Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n LinkedIn\n \n Share on Reddit (Opens in new window)\n Reddit\n \n Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)\n Tumblr\n \n Share on Threads (Opens in new window)\n Threads\n \n Share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)\n WhatsApp\n \n Share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window)\n Nextdoor\n Like this:Like Loading… URL:https://cclocalnews.org/event/halloween-in-victoria-3/ LOCATION:Downtown Victoria\, 1730 Stieger Lake Lane\, Victoria\, MN\, 55386 CATEGORIES:Community Events,Family-Friendly,Holidays and Festivals ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cclocalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1-4.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR