Sunday, October 26, 2014

Ron Castellano Arena Dedication October 25, 2014, Babbitt, Minnesota

Event photos from the Ron Castellano Arena Dedication are available on the following facebook page:


You know you are from Babbitt, MN when....

Many thanks go out to the volunteers and sponsors who made this possible. 
Congratulations Ron! 



Photos from the Ron Castellano Arena Dedication

Monday, June 23, 2014

'Miracle on Ice' Star Creates a Buzz in Babbitt

Many cities have a hometown hero, but few are gold-medal winning Olympian like hockey star Buzz Schneider from Babbitt. The town honored the “Miracle on Ice” player by parading him down Central Boulevard on Sunday.

It has been over 30 years since Buzz Schneider helped defeat the Soviet Union in the “Miracle on Ice” and go on to win a gold medal, but residents in Babbitt still take pride in the victory as he paraded down the streets he grew up on.

Full article here: http://www.wdio.com/article/stories/S3482339.shtml?cat=10335

Sunday, June 22, 2014

Buzz Schneider - Honorary Grand Marshall Peter Mitchell Days Parade



Economic development in Babbitt, Mn.

Here is another way to diversify and improve the local economy. Have we started this process in Babbitt?

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Trails like Mesabi and Prospectors Loop expand Ely’s economic reach

The Prospectors Loop faces challenges as well. Connecting Ely to the North Shore, Tower and Babbitt, as well as Embarrass and the two state parks (Bear Head and Lake Vermilion) would create a world class ATV experience.
Wisconsin is well ahead of Minnesota in offering ATV riders a friendly climate, just as states out west have. We can catch up in a hurry with the Prospectors Loop but it will take some time to get the permits in place and find the right funding sources.

http://www.elyecho.com/articles/2014/06/15/trails-mesabi-and-prospectors-loop-expand-ely%E2%80%99s-economic-reach

Saturday, June 21, 2014

Northeast Range Summer Swimming Pool Schedule

Northeast Range Summer Swimming Pool Schedule


Northeast Range Summer Swimming Pool Schedule
Starting June 2nd

Adult Morning Swim:
M W F adult morning swim 7-8 am
T Th adult evening swim 6-7 pm

Cost will be $4.00 per day or purchase a punch card.
See the lifeguard for more details.

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Family Open Swim: $3.00 per person per day

Tuesdays 12:00-1:30 pm
June - 10, 24
July - 8, 15, 29
Aug - 5, 12

Pacesetter Basketball Camp - July 8th -10th


Sunday, June 15, 2014

Peter Mitchell Days 2014 Schedule Of Events.

Here it is -- An official Schedule of Events! It can also be found in the Babbitt Weekly and on the City of Babbitt website.

 https://www.facebook.com/118091014868539/photos/a.622281394449496.1073741827.118091014868539/828628287148138/?type=1&theater

 Peter Mitchell Days 2014 Schedule of Events - Button required for all events

SATURDAY, JUNE 14
11 AM - 4 PM WALLEYE WHAMMA FISHING CONTEST - Birch Lake.
4:30 PM FIREMENS BEER GARDEN/LIONS CLUB FOOD - Arena.
5 PM ROLLER DERBY EXHIBITION BOUT - Arena.
7:00 PM AWARDS CEREMONY at Babbitt Arena.


SUNDAY, JUNE 15
11 a.m. BABBITT BUSINESS SOFTBALL at Little League Field.



TUESDAY, JUNE 17
5:00 PM BABBITT BUSINESS SOFTBALL at Little League Field.
7:00 PM CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENT - Singles - at Tank’s Bar.



WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18
6:00 PM HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT - Singles. Junction Bar & Grill.
7:00 PM SMEAR TOURNAMENT - Tank’s Bar. $10 entry per team.



THURSDAY, JUNE 19
9:00 AM - 5 PM ZUP’S PRODUCE SALE Super Specials Inside!
NOON MEDALLION HUNT - Clue posted daily next to Post Office.
Turn in to Connie Koivisto. Medallion worth $50.
6:00 PM TEXAS HOLD EM TOURNAMENT - Hideaway
6:00 PM HORSESHOE TOURNAMENT - Doubles. Junction Bar & Grill



FRIDAY, JUNE 20
FIREMEN’S BEER GARDEN
ALL DAY LIONS BBQ WAGON at Carnival Grounds
5 PM - 11 PM MAGEL CARNIVAL MIDWAY wristband hours: 6PM-10PM
9:00 AM - 5 PM ZUP’S PRODUCE SALE Super Specials Inside!
11:00 AM - 1 PM SALAD & DESSERTS LUNCHEON. Woodland Presbyterian Church
NOON “ARE YOU MR. OR MRS. PETER MITCHELL?”
You MUST be wearing a Peter Mitchell Button and MUST shake
their hand while asking. Worth $25 each to the finder.
1:00 PM YOUTH DISC GOLF TOURNEY - 15 and under, $5 entry fee,
2 person scramble, Bring your teammate or show up for random
pairings. Fountain Hills Park
3:00 PM ADULT DISC GOLF TOURNEY - 16 and over, $10 entry fee,
2 person scramble, Bring your teammate or show up for random
pairings. , Fountain Hills Park
6:00 PM MISS & LITTLE MISS BABBITT - at Municipal Center. $2
7 PM - 10 PM KARAOKE BY “ELY ED” - Near Beer Garden



SATURDAY, JUNE 21
8 AM - 11 AM PANCAKE BREAKFAST at Senior Center in Municipal Center.
Sponsored by Knights of Columbus
ALL DAY LIONS BBQ WAGON at Carnival Grounds
9:00 AM 9 HOLE GOLF SCRAMBLE - 3/4 person team. 100% payback.
Register at Golf Course in advance or at 8 AM day of event.
Shotgun start at 9 AM. Must be 18.
10:00 AM - 4 PM VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - Fountain Hills Park
9:00 AM 5K RUN - Central Blvd. by Big Rock. Check in at 8 AM.
9:00 AM - 4 PM ANTIQUES ‘R’ US VINTAGE & ANTIQUE SNOWMOBILE SHOW - Fountain Hills Park.
11:00 AM KIDDIE & ADULT RACES at Park across from Shopping Center.
11:00 AM - 5 PM VFW BINGO TENT at Carnival Grounds
11 AM - 1 AM FIREMEN’S BEER GARDEN
11 AM - 4 PM PIE SOCIAL at Lutheran Church of The Good Shepherd
NOON - CLOSE BABBITT FIGURE SKATING CLUB TACO WAGON

NOON - 11 PM MAGEL CARNIVAL MIDWAY Wristband Hours: 1PM-5PM
1:00 PM ZUP’S 30TH ANNUAL BOCCE BALL at Carnival Grounds
3:00 PM HOLEY BOARD TOURNEY at Beer Garden. Sponsored by Firemen. $10/team.
5:00 PM - 7 PM SPAGHETTI DINNER at St. Pius X Catholic Church
8 PM - MIDNITE CONCERT - Concert Stage - Carnival Grounds.
Live music by CHRISTOPHER DAVID HANSON BAND and
VITAMIN BROWN. Free Concert.
9 PM - MIDNITE MAGEL CARNIVAL MIDWAY Moonlight Madness
Wristband Hours: 8 PM-Midnight
10:00 PM FIREWORKS - Bring a lawn chair & enjoy fireworks, BBQ Wagon,
Music and Beer Garden. May be postponed if heavy rain. Rain date
is Sunday, June 22. Co-Sponsored by BABBITT LION’S CLUB.



SUNDAY, JUNE 22

Noon - 5 PM MAGEL CARNIVAL MIDWAY Wristband hours: Noon-5PM
NOON - 9 PM FIREMEN’S BEER GARDEN
ALL DAY LIONS BBQ WAGON at Carnival Grounds
9 AM - Noon FUN FLY DEMO at Fun Fly Field
11 AM - 5 PM VFW BINGO TENT at Carnival Grounds
NOON - CLOSE BABBITT FIGURE SKATING CLUB TACO WAGON
NOON SIDEWALK CHALK DRAWING - By the Big Rock.
NOON ROVER RADAR RUN - Park across from Shopping Center
Check-in at Noon. Owners must have button. NO puppies.
1:30 PM PARADE LINE UP at the East end of North Drive
3:00 PM PARADE - Parade from Baptist Church to Bryant Center.
4:00 PM SAWDUST PILES near Carnival Grounds. Ages 0-12 in groups.
4:30 PM FREE WATERMELON FEED Carnival Grounds.
4:45 PM WATERMELON SEED SPITTING CONTEST
5:00 PM + BUTTON & RAFFLE PRIZE DRAWINGS at Beer Garden



Thursday, June 12, 2014

Valeigh's Restaurant in Babbitt


If you get a chance check out Valeigh's Restaurant in Babbitt. It is located next to Tank's Bar. I recommend the dining, and the service is very good. These folks are friendly and it is a great value when eating out. Give it a try!

Article writeup in the Mesabi Daily News.

http://www.virginiamn.com/news/business/valeigh-s-restaurant-in-babbitt/article_3a22ed90-f1e4-11e3-b9c9-001a4bcf887a.html?mode=image&photo=0