Blood Drive Returns to Side Lake

It’s that time of year again! We will be hosting a Blood Drive again this year on July 26th from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm at the Side Lake Rec Center! Schedule you appointment online at www.mbc.org/searchdrives using Sponsor Code #5029. More info below:

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Side Lake Garage Sales Next Week!

It’s only one week away!! The 2025 Side Lake Garage Sales are Thursday, June 12th, Friday, June 13th, and Saturday, June 14th. Come one, come ALL to find your treasures at these 36 locations!! Hard copies are available below or at Hwy 5 Bar & Grill, Riverside, Side Lake Post Office, Side Lake Store, CC […]

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Beautification Day June 1st!

Volunteers are needed for tomorrow’s Side Lake Beautification Day! Meet at 2PM at the Rec CenterBring gardening gloves and toolsHelp spruce up the plants and gardens near the Rec Center, Rec Entrance and Post OfficeNo long term commitment, just an hour or so to help out the community!

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July in Side Lake – All the Info

Fourth of July Parade Join the favorite longtime tradition of the Side Lake 4th of July Parade! Float lineup starts at 9 a.m. and the parade will begin at 10 a.m. Entry forms are available here or downloaded below. Prizes are awarded to the top four participating groups. You can view the Increment Weather Policy […]

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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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