Building Our Families

06/16/2026

Building Our Families would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Valley Queen Cheese Foundation for their incredible commitment to our mission. Their generous pledge of $20,000 per year for the next two years will have a lasting impact on the families and individuals we serve.

Because of partners like Valley Queen Cheese Foundation, we can continue providing hope, support, advocacy, and practical assistance to those facing some of life's most difficult challenges. This commitment strengthens our ability to walk alongside families, help prevent crises, and build a stronger, healthier community.

Thank you for believing in our work and investing in the people of our region. Together, we are creating brighter futures and reminding families that they are not alone.

06/16/2026

Wow such an amazing turnout!!

We had a ribbon cutting tonight for Building Our Families !! Welcome to the Big Stone Lake Area Chamber .we are happy to have you in our community!!

06/16/2026

Building Our Families would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Gobundancefor their generous donation of **$15,000**.

Gobundance sought out Building Our Families and recognized the impact it is making in our community. Because of their incredible support, we will be able to continue giving back to local families, helping meet basic needs, creating opportunities, and strengthening our community.

Thank you, Gobundance, for believing in our mission and investing in the people we serve. Your generosity will make a lasting difference in the lives of many.

06/16/2026

Please join us for a special LAC Coffee Hour on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at the Ortonville Library at 10:30 am. Our special guest will be artist/ photographer Don Sherman of Ortonville. Don is a SW Minnesota artist who has been featured in several magazines and many art gallery shows. Don has an interesting presentation to share about the influence of art in our everyday lives. Please come to meet Don Sherman and enjoy treats, tea, coffee, and community!

06/15/2026

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Building Our Families would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Gobundancefor their generous donation of **$15,000**.

Gobundance sought out Building Our Families and recognized the impact it is making in our community. Because of their incredible support, we will be able to continue giving back to local families, helping meet basic needs, creating opportunities, and strengthening our community.

Thank you, Gobundance, for believing in our mission and investing in the people we serve. Your generosity will make a lasting difference in the lives of many.

06/14/2026

Sunday

06/13/2026

Reminder meat raffle and lock &key tomorrow at Gunslinger’s !!

3 to 4 pm

🔐🎉 Our Lock & Key Event just got even better… we’ve added a MEAT RAFFLE! 🥓🍳

Join us this Sunday for some fun, fellowship, and your chance to win bacon & eggs! Tickets are just $2 each.

Bring your friends and family and come enjoy a great time while supporting Building Our Families. ❤️

See you Sunday!

Gunslinger’s
Angie Mielitz

06/11/2026

It's going to be a great day! See you at the Grand Opening + Ribbon Cutting celebration today.

🎉 It's going to be a great week at the Commons! 🎉

In addition to our regular events, there are a few big things happening:
🔓 The 90s Escape Room is OPEN! Book your time slot here: https://calendly.com/bigstonecommons
🎈Grand Opening for Our Store: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GUmJ2GUGU/
🥖Not-So-Early-Bird Farmer's Market on Saturday!

Which event(s) are you attending this week?! 👇

06/11/2026

It's time to celebrate! Join us with the Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce and Big Stone Lake Area Chamber of Commerce today at 5:30pm for the Our Store Grand Opening + Ribbon Cutting event. See details below.