Upcoming Events

• July 8 - Meet the Neighbors Community Picnic hosted by Montrose United Methodist Church from 5 to 7 pm at the Veterans Park (across from Great Northern) Free hot dogs, chips, cookies & beverage. Free activities for children AND adults.
• July 11 - Motorcycle Run & Silent Auction - sponsored by Montrose Parks & Recreation Commission, Montrose Elementary School Parent Advisory Committee, and the Ugly Bar. Registration is at 11:00 at the Ugly Bar, $10.00 per bike or any vehicle you want to put in the run. Riders will leave at noon. There is also a silent auction from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Food will be available after the run. All proceeds go to help build parks in the city and toward new playground equipment at the elementary school. Contact City Hall or Ugly Bar for more information.
• July 21 - Wellness on Wheels - at the Clark station. Call (763) 682-7717 for an appointment or additional information.
• June 8 - July 20 - ECFE Storytimes at the Park. Join us at 10:30 for a free, fun-filled storytime at Veterans Park on Monday mornings this summer.  Laurie Francello, ECFE Children's Teacher, will read 3-4 books and lead fun activities. No registration required; cancelled in case of rain.
• June-August - Sports Physicals at Montrose Family Chiropractic. There is a $10 Donation Fee that goes to the school that the student attends. Call 763-675-3121 for an appointment or visit their web site.
• June 9th, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
• July 16th, 8 a.m.- 7 p.m.
• August 8th, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
• August 4 - National Night Out - details coming soon.
• August 12-16 - Wright County Fair - visit their web site for complete details and schedule.
• August 15 - Garlic Fest - McLeod County Fairgrounds in Hutchinson, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• August 21, 22, 23 - Montrose Days. Information will be posted here as it becomes available.
  • ECFE brings Hilarious Hijinx with Oscar and Half-Pint to Montrose Days on Saturday at 11:30 an on the stage by the fire hall.  Clowns Oscar and Half Pint will have you chuckling with their silly antics.  Join us after the Kiddie Parade then try out games at the Kids Carnival and have lunch at a concession stand.  Make a day of it with the family!

Visit the city calendar for a comprehensive community schedule including city meetings, recycling schedule, school holidays, and community events. If your organization has an upcoming event that you would like posted to the calendar send an email or contact City Hall with details.

News & Announcements

Public notices and special announcements are found here >>

• Looking for a preschool?  Call ECFE at 763-682-8780 or visit our web site for information on ECFE preschool classes.  Registration is being taken for classes held in Montrose Elementary for fall 2009 (with the plan to move in the new Montrose Early Childhood Center for Winter -Spring 2010!).
• Commission Openings - The Parks & Recreation Commission has two openings. If you would like to serve on this fun and active community team, please complete and submit a Commissions Application or contact City Hall at (763) 675-3717. They meet on the first Tuesday of the month at City Hall or local parks as weather permits.
• Community Garden - The city is offering garden plots again this year at Northridge Park. Complete this application to secure a plot in your name.
• Water Saving Tips - Even though we've had some rain recently we're still running a deficit for rainfall. The Public Works Department offered these tips for conserving water:
  • Choosing faucets with water-saving aerators will save more than 14,700 gallons of water each year.
  • Use water-conserving showerheads or hand showers and save over 7,700 gallons of water each year.
  • Installing high-efficiency toilets (HET) can save up to 16,500 gallons of water each year.
• Relay for Life - Montrose Family Chiropractic has formed a Relay for Life team to participate in the July 31st event in Delano. Click here to join the team or for more information about Relay for Life events, or you can contact Neila or Shannon at 763-675-3121 for information on how to sign up. As part of the team you will be invited to a kick-off party, monthly team meeting and an event night of fun, food and prizes! If you're interested you must sign up during the month of April.
• Kindergarten Enrollment - If you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten this fall and have not registered them yet, please contact Montrose Elementary at 763-682-8345. Children need to be 5 years old on or by September 1, 2009 in order to start school.

Featured Businesses

Click on the links below for more information about local businesses

• Scott's Glass & Mirror
• Lakes Area Realty
• Shear Image Design
• Snap Fitness
• Butterfly Inn Bed & Breakfast
• Great Northern Bar & Grill
• Video Express