What type of carnivorous plant, common in the Crow Wing County peatlands, traps insects in a water-filled "pitcher" leaf?

Easter is just around the corner, and the Brainerd Lakes Area has plenty of ways to celebrate — from egg hunts to spring brunches to family traditions you'll want to mark on the calendar.

We've rounded up everything happening this Easter weekend so you don't miss a thing. Whether you're looking for a fun activity for the little ones or a relaxed Sunday morning out, there's something for every family in the lakes area.

One heads-up: snow showers are in the forecast for Friday and Saturday — so keep an eye on the weather and dress those Easter baskets accordingly! See the full guide →

Picture this: a full-sized carrot walks into a first-grade classroom, followed by broccoli, an avocado, and a tomato. The kids immediately shout: "Can I eat you??"

For the seventh year running, Crow Wing Energized's One Vegetable, One Community initiative is spreading healthy eating and wellness to kids across Crow Wing County. Volunteers in veggie costumes have been visiting first graders in Brainerd, Baxter, Nisswa, Crosby, Pequot Lakes, and Crosslake.

And here's the fun part: free carrot seeds will be available at community locations starting mid-April. Find out where to grab yours →

Weather Forecast

🌤️ Brainerd Lakes Area Weather — March 31 through April 6

⚠️ A heads-up for Easter weekend: snow showers are in the forecast for both Friday April 3 and Saturday April 4. Outdoor egg hunts may want to plan for Sunday instead — which looks considerably better. Stay warm out there! Forecast source: Open-Meteo.

For decades, a quiet but powerful group of women has been investing in the future of this community — not with fanfare, but with scholarships that change lives.

The Brainerd Lakes Area Quota Club is now accepting applications, and this year's opportunity is one worth sharing with every young woman you know in the area. Whether it's a daughter, a neighbor, or someone working hard to build a better future — this scholarship could make a real difference.

Know someone who deserves this? Read the full story and share it →

If you're a local business owner, entrepreneur, or just someone who loves connecting with the people building this community — this is the event of the month.

Entrepreneurs on Tap is back on April 8 at Cuyuna Brewing in Crosby, running from 5:00–6:30 PM. It's relaxed, it's genuine, and some of the best conversations you'll have all spring will happen in that room.

New to the area? This is one of the best ways to plug into the local business community. Get the details and mark your calendar →

Upcoming Events

📅 Upcoming Events in the Brainerd Lakes Area

Schaefer's Foods Annual Meat & Seafood Sale
📅 Friday, April 3  |  📍 Nisswa

Easter Egg Hunt at Fritz Loven Park
📅 Saturday, April 4  |  📍 Lake Shore  |  🕙 11:00 AM

Easter Brunch at Sunshine's SummerHouse
📅 Sunday, April 5  |  📍 Lake Shore

Entrepreneurs on Tap at Cuyuna Brewing
📅 Wednesday, April 8  |  📍 Crosby  |  🕔 5:00–6:30 PM

Dancing with the Lakes Area Stars
📅 Friday, April 10  |  📍 Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, Brainerd  |  🕖 7:00 PM

Grassroots Concerts: Pieta Brown
📅 Friday, April 10  |  📍 Live Well Nightclub at the Journey Church, Nisswa  |  🕖 7:00 PM

Miss Nisswa Scholarship Pageant & Little Miss Nisswa
📅 Saturday, April 11  |  📍 Nisswa Elementary School  |  🕖 7:00 PM

🗓️ Find even more events at LakesAreaEvents.com — your complete guide to what's happening in the Brainerd Lakes Area.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK

The Purple Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia purpurea).

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See you next Tuesday! 🐝