 But luckily for residents in Crosslake, the Polar Vortex has left Minnesota in time for Crosslake's Winter Fest. This is the 16th annual Winter Fest where many local businesses put on events and have special deals for the weekend. Over 15 businesses and locations are hosting events today and tomorrow, including helicopter rides at Moonlight Bay and outdoor Italian Olympics at Moussi Eris. Medallion has also been hidden somewhere in Crosslake with a $2,000 price package going to the person who finds it. All the events started tonight with horse rides, a bonfire and fireworks at the Crosslake Community Center. You can expect a lot of just good family fun. I think there's a lot of events that are free. Your kids are going to have fun, the adults are going to have fun, maybe get a babysitter for late night so you can come and watch some of the live music or DJs or whatever you'd like to do. There really is something for everyone. There are lists of all the events and times you're encouraged to check out the Crosslake app. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.