Argyle Residents Committed to Community Growth and Wellness

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On Friday, June 23rd, 92 dedicated golfers from the Argyle area showed up amidst the chilly, windy, Minnesota weather and overcast sky to support the Argyle Parks & Recreation Fund.

This was the second annual golf tournament organized by a group of committed Argyle community volunteers that serve on the Argyle Fund Advisory Committee. Hosted at Riverside Golf Course in Stephen, MN, the tournament includes raffle prizes, games and contests along the course, and food. Golfers form teams of four and play one round of nine holes. Forty-eight Argyle area businesses stepped up to support the event by being Eagle Overall Sponsors, Clubhouse Sponsors, Hole Sponsors, and donating raffle prizes.

The Argyle Parks & Recreation fund advisory committee has been busy in the past year fervently planning events and fundraisers to expand wellness opportunities for their community. In the past year they've organized eight fundraisers ranging from a Color Run, Mother/Son dance, and a basketball tournament for 3rd and 4th graders. It's obvious when sitting down and talking to these committee members that they are driven by their love for their community. 

"I believe Argyle has a lot to offer families," said Alysa Tulibaski, the committee's lead volunteer. "That's why this group came together-- we want to make sure our community has the wellness services and amenities for people of all ages and new families moving to the area."

Tulibaski is one of eight core advisory committee members who volunteers her time to plan these fundraisers. Their goal: to open an indoor aquatic center. Right now, people living in the Argyle area have to drive a minimum of 40 minutes to a nearby town that offers swimming lessons at community pools. Many of these pools are also outdoor, so being located in Minnesota, naturally that means swimming lessons are only offered three months out of the year. Opening an aquatic center in Argyle would also mean people of all ages could participate in aerobic classes, lap swimming, water yoga, and could use the space to host birthday parties or other events. The advisory committee has started meeting with a consultant to learn about aquatic center blueprints and options that meet the needs of Argyle's community.

 

Pam Sundby, who also serves on the advisory committee, said "It's great to see our younger residents stepping up to raise money for these community services. It makes me hopeful for the future of our town." Other advisory committee members expressed excitement for what they accomplish in the upcoming years. 

Tulibaski said now that the advisory committee members have spent the past year experimenting with different fundraisers, they are going to spend some time reflecting on their experiences and make a plan for keeping the momentum going.

Here at NMF, we are looking forward to seeing what is next for the Argyle Fund Advisory Committee and the community! These are the people who are helping to  keep our region growing and thriving.

If you'd like to support their efforts, follow these thinks to donate to either the Argyle Area Community Foundation Fund or the Argyle Parks and Recreation Fund.




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