Get Out: County Fair, Hawks Presentation and Community Garden Day This Weekend

Thursday, the one day Oakdale Patch loves telling you what to do.




When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday; Gates open at 7 a.m.
Where: Washington County Fairgrounds (12300 40th Street N, Lake Elmo)
Why Go: Swing by the fairgrounds to get your fair share of animals, entertainment, food and more.
Price: $7 Adults (16+), $4 Young Adults (6-15), Kids 5 and under are Free




When: Saturday, Aug. 6 from 8:30 a.m. to noon
Where: , find another garden near you
Why Go: Community gardeners around Minnesota invite the public see what community gardens are all about. Those visiting the Guardian Angel’s Food Shelf Garden can see the gardeners in action, taste the produce and join in the activities.
Price: Free




When: Saturday, Aug. 6 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Where: Washington County Fairgrounds Pavilion (12300 40th Street N, Lake Elmo)
Why Go: Marguerite Rheinberger will host a cable program “Talk Show on a Stick” on the following topics; “Inside the County Attorney’s Office” featuring guest Washington County Attorney Pete Orput, and “Living Healthy in Washington County”.
Price: Free with Fair Admission




When: Saturday, Aug. 6 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Where:
Why Go: Enjoy an evening of live music.
Price: Free




When: Saturday, Aug. 6 at 7:15 p.m.
Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve (1515 Keats Avenue N, Lake Elmo)
Why Go: Warner Nature Center representatives and a live red-tailed hawk will visit this week’s campfire program.
Price: The program is free with the purchase of a $5 vehicle permit.