Pratt, MN

Even though it's bitterly cold outside there are plenty of things to do in Owatonna that will keep you warm. The new year started with a PeeWee C hockey tournament at the 4 Seasons Centre on 1/2 and 1/3. The Owatonna Fire Department also scheduled their CERT training on 1/3 and throughout the month on varioue days. Contact the Owatonna Fire Department for more information on this valuable training.

There are tremendous networking opportunities available every month at the 3rd Thursday networking event sponsored by the the Owatonna Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. The Chamber's Annual Dinner will be held this Friday, January 16th from 5:30 until 10:00 at the Owatonna Country Club. It's a wonderful evening with good food and plentiful opportunitites for meeting and greeting other business people.

The Chamber's Business After hours event is scheduled for Tuesday, January 27th from 5:30 until 7:00 at the Holiday Inn & Suites. The annual Armory Sale is scheduled for the last weekend in January which offers great deals from area businesses.

Stay warm and stay busy in Owatonna. There's lots to do even if you have to be inside. When it warms up don't forget about the walking trails, cross country skiing, sledding and snow shoeing. You can rent skis and snow shoes at Morehouse Chalet.