Situated in central-eastern Minnesota, Big Lake is in Sherburne County, about forty miles northwest of Minneapolis and about thirty miles southeast of St. Cloud. US Highway 10 and Minnesota Highway 25 are the main routes through the city. Nearby communities include Monticello and Otsego, across the Mississippi River, Salida and Becker to the northwest, and Bailey and Elk River to the southeast. Until 1867, Big Lake was known as Humboldt. The lake for which the city was named was once a significant part of the town’s economy, as much of the ice used in metropolitan iceboxes prior to the common use of modern refrigerators was harvested from Big Lake. Lake Mitchell is also located within the city limits. Today, Big Lake is the northernmost terminus of the Northstar Commuter Rail, connecting the city and other northwest suburbs with downtown Minneapolis, as a large number of local residents commute to the Twin Cities area each day for work. Topics relating to the city or the surrounding township by the same name are appropriate for this category.
 
 
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Associated with the Fellowship of Independent Reformed Evangelicals and the National Center for Family-Integrated Churches, the church is located on Eagle Lake Road in Big Lake, Minnesota. A doctrinal statement, distinctives, an an overview of its missions are given, and a sermon archive and calendar of events are included.
http://www.bethanybiblemn.org/
Managed by the Big Lake Baseball Association, the program offers competitive and recreational baseball opportunities to the youth of Big Lake, Minnesota. Board members, coaches, and sponsorships are noted, along with field schedules, team data, parent information, team photos, and tryout results.
http://www.biglakebaseball.com/
Made up of business owners and others from the Big Lake, Minnesota region, the non-profit organization serves an advocate for its members and for the general business interests of the community, as well as acting as a referral center for local and out-of-state inquiries. A community guide is included.
http://www.biglakechamber.com/
Situated along the banks of Big Lake and Mitchell Lake, about halfway between St. Cloud and the Twin Cities of Minnesota, the city is the northern terminus of the Northstar Commuter Train. The official city web site offers demographics, a fee schedule, and a guide to local elections, municipal codes, and services.
http://www.biglakemn.org/
Driving directions and a map showing the location of the auto dealership in Big Lake, Minnesota are presented, along with its hours of operation and contacts. Specializing in the sale of pre-owned cars, trucks, SUVs, vans and other vehicles, its inventory may be viewed online, with details and asking prices.
http://www.dansofbiglake.com/
The non-denominational Christian preschool is situated on County Road 11 in Big Lake, Minnesota. Enrollment policies, tuition, and access to necessary forms are featured, teachers are identified, its classes are highlighted, and parent testimonials are offered. Class times, contacts, and office hours are posted.
http://www.fcapreschool.org/
Utilizing a Montessori philosophy and method of teaching, the Big Lake, Minnesota private school enrolls children from three to six years of age, including their kindergarten year. A history and overview of Montessori teaching is presented, and the school’s admissions policies and tuition are noted.
http://heritagemontessorimn.com/
An introduction to the facility’s dentists and staff are presented, with details of its services, the address and directions to the facility, office hours, and appointment policies. Appointment requests may be made through the site, and a patient portal is available. Patient forms may be downloaded from the site.
http://bldentist.com/
The bowling center in Big Lake, Minnesota can also accommodate special events, such as family outings, group events, birthday parties, and league bowling, and an on-site lounge and separate party room may be available for meeting, banquets and other events. Its location, hours of operation, and menus are posted.
http://www.mcpetes.com/
The congregation meets at its facilities on County Road 14 in Big Lake, Minnesota. Directions, times, and a calendar of events are featured. Recent sermons may be viewed online or downloaded, and staff contacts, office hours, and employment opportunities are included, as well as blogs.
http://www.myriversidechurch.com/
Offering both traditional and contemporary services each Sunday, the Big Lake, Minnesota congregation meets at its facilities on Lake Street South. Organized in the 1880s, the church’s history, schedules, a church calendar, photographs, video, and announcements are published to the site.
http://www.saron.org/
Located in Sherburne County, Minnesota, Big Lake Township encompasses an area of just over forty square miles. A profile and demographics for the county are presented, along with meeting agendas and minutes, public notices, policies, ordinances, and government contacts.
http://www.biglaketownship.com/
Based in Big Lake, Minnesota, Troop 93 is chartered by Saron Lutheran Church, and a part of the Boy Scouts of America youth organization, offering several activities, community service events, camping trips, summer camp, and special programs for older scouts. A calendar of events, meeting schedule, and contacts are featured.
http://www.biglakebsa.org/