STORE HOURS
Monday - Saturday
10am to 8pm
Sunday
11am to 6pm
Our mission: to create a space where people can gather, connect, and truly be themselves, all while enjoying delicious, alcohol-free beverages.
Welcome to The Lounge, Alexandria's first alcohol-free alternative lounge, designed for those who prefer a social experience without the focus on alcohol.
Whether you're sober, sober-curious, pregnant, an athlete, prioritizing your well-being or mental health, or simply want to avoid a hangover, this zero-proof lounge is for you. Everyone is welcome here!
Host your next event at The Lounge inside Ollie Birch!
Our lounge is a one-of-a-kind space for connection. Host your private event at Alexandria’s premier zero proof venue, where you can celebrate in style while being fully present in the moment.
Learn Moreevents calendar
From community fundraisers to Soda Pop Parties and zero-proof tastings, our calendar is packed with all-ages fun. Click any listing to see times, pricing, and registration info.
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10

- A pre-cut DIY fall kit – laser cut from 1/4" sustainable sanded poplar wood (blemish-free, knot-free).
- Pieces are ready to be painted.
- Paint your project in your own style - we provide the paint and glue for assembly.
- Project size: 10” round and includes a stand.
- Choose from 4 different options when reserving your spot - options are limited to availability.
SEPT
11
🕒 Time: 5:30pm
📍 Location: Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, 518 Broadway St., Alexandria, MN
💵 Cost: $25 per team (up to 4 people)
🎁 Prize: Gift card (amount varies based on participation)
Does your team have what it takes to win?
Put your puzzling skills to the test in our monthly Puzzle Contest! Gather your team (up to 4 people) and race against others to complete the same puzzle. The fastest team—or the one with the fewest pieces left after two hours—wins a gift card prize! 🏆
Limited to 6 teams per contest—register early to secure your spot!
EVENT DETAILS:
Team Size: Up to 4 people
Cost: $25
Ages: All ages welcome!
Prize: A gift card, with the amount based on participation:
- 2 teams = $20 prize
- 3 teams = $30 prize
- 4 teams = $40 prize
- … up to 6 teams and a $60 prize!
SEPT
11
This isn’t just a game night—it’s a prize-packed evening of fun for the whole family!
🎉 If you love our family-friendly Bingo, you’ll love Family Game Night even more—bigger fun, bigger prizes!
❓ Lightning Trivia + Prizes
Quick-fire trivia rounds with chances to win instant prizes throughout the night.
🥤 Prize Pop
Purchase a Prize Pop Can for just $5! Every can is a winner—filled with candy, trinkets, stickers, or even a free drink coin. Plus, each can purchased puts your family into the Grand Prize Drawing in May. $2 from every can sold goes toward building a family-friendly prize package—so the more cans sold, the bigger the prize!
🏆 Stack Attack Challenge
How fast can you stack? Test your skills in this crowd-favorite mini-game for extra prize chances.
✨ Admission is Free! The event runs from 6–7pm. Come early, grab some food and beverages, and make it a full evening out!
SEPT
12
Friday, September 12th @ 6:30pm
Celebrate the season with a night of creativity and connection!
Gather your friends for a relaxed evening filled with laughter, light snacks, and hands-on fun.
✨ What’s Included:
- A pre-cut DIY fall kit – laser cut from 1/4" sustainable sanded poplar wood (blemish-free, knot-free).
- Pieces are ready to be painted.
- Paint your project in your own style - we provide the paint and glue for assembly.
- Project size: 10” round and includes a stand.
- Choose from 4 different options when reserving your spot - options are limited to availability.
SEPT
15
We are ramping up for the launch of Puzzle League this October, and you’re invited to join us for a FREE Puzzle Social!
📍 What’s a Puzzle Social
Tour the Puzzle League space
Meet and mingle with fellow puzzlers - Looking to join a team? This is the perfect time to meet teams looking for additional people.
Learn how Puzzle League works
Register your team on the spot
🎁 Bonus Fun: Enjoy lighthearted puzzle challenges and the chance to win fun prizes throughout the event!
💡 Note: You don’t have to attend a Puzzle Social to join Puzzle League—you can register your team anytime.
SEPT
17
Wednesday, September 17th @ 6:30pm
Celebrate the season with a night of creativity and connection!
Gather your friends for a relaxed evening filled with laughter, light snacks, and hands-on fun.
✨ What’s Included:
- A pre-cut DIY fall kit – laser cut from 1/4" sustainable sanded poplar wood (blemish-free, knot-free).
- Pieces are ready to be painted.
- Paint your project in your own style - we provide the paint and glue for assembly.
- Project size: 10” round and includes a stand.
- Choose from 4 different options when reserving your spot - options are limited to availability.
SEPT
18
📅 Date: September 18th
🕖 Time: 6pm to 7pm - feel free to stay longer if you'd like
📍 Location: Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, Alexandria, MN
✨ Event Overview
Pack your bags—no passport required! Our Around the World event series kicks off in Korea, where you’ll explore the vibrant flavors and traditions of this amazing country.
✅ What’s Included
Your $25 table reservation (for up to 4 guests) includes:
🇰🇷 Cultural Experience:
A variety of family-friendly activities celebrating Korean culture.
A curated collection of 6 sweet and savory treats that reflect Korea’s pop-culture energy and food heritage—think spicy tteokbokki snacks, trendy choco pies, chewy candies, and more!
An illustrated guidebook packed with fascinating facts about Korea’s cuisine, culture, and geography.
💰 Cost & Registration
$25 per table (up to 4 guests).
Add up to 2 extra guests for $5 each (paid night of event).
Table max: 6 guests.
Registration is required to reserve your table and space is limited.
❗Important Notes
Food & beverages from the Ollie Birch menu are NOT included in the registration fee but will be available for purchase during the event.
No refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, we will hold your snack box for pick-up at Ollie Birch within one week of the event.
🎟 Reserve Your Table
Spots are limited! Secure your table today and get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience.
SEPT
22
We are ramping up for the launch of Puzzle League this October, and you’re invited to join us for a FREE Puzzle Social!
📍 What’s a Puzzle Social?
Tour the Puzzle League space
Meet and mingle with fellow puzzlers - Looking to join a team? This is the perfect time to meet teams looking for additional people.
Learn how Puzzle League works
Register your team on the spot
🎁 Bonus Fun: Enjoy lighthearted puzzle challenges and the chance to win fun prizes throughout the event!
💡 Note: You don’t have to attend a Puzzle Social to join Puzzle League—you can register your team anytime.
SEPT
24
Wednesday, September 24th @ 6:30pm
Celebrate the season with a night of creativity and connection!
Gather your friends for a relaxed evening filled with laughter, light snacks, and hands-on fun.
✨ What’s Included:
- A pre-cut DIY fall kit – laser cut from 1/4" sustainable sanded poplar wood (blemish-free, knot-free).
- Pieces are ready to be painted.
- Paint your project in your own style - we provide the paint and glue for assembly.
- Project size: 10” round and includes a stand.
- Choose from 4 different options when reserving your spot - options are limited to availability.
SEPT
25
Join us for a fun-filled evening of Family Friendly Bingo at Ollie Birch! This month, we’re teaming up with our friends at Country Blossom Farms to bring you prizes that celebrate the best of fall.
🎁 Prizes Include:
10 certificates for individual outdoor activity wristbands at Country Blossom Farm 🌾
2 bags of Country Blossom apples 🍏🍎
Country Blossom tote bag 👜
Bring the whole family, enjoy a night of laughter, and see if you’ll be one of the lucky winners!
✨ Details:
All ages welcome
Family-friendly atmosphere
Drinks & snacks available for purchase from the lounge
SEPT
27
Saturday, September 27th @ 4:00pm
Celebrate the season with a night of creativity and connection!
Gather your friends for a relaxed evening filled with laughter, light snacks, and hands-on fun.
✨ What’s Included:
- A pre-cut DIY fall kit – laser cut from 1/4" sustainable sanded poplar wood (blemish-free, knot-free).
- Pieces are ready to be painted.
- Paint your project in your own style - we provide the paint and glue for assembly.
- Project size: 10” round and includes a stand.
- Choose from 4 different options when reserving your spot - options are limited to availability.
OCT
02
It’s time to pop in for a night of fizzy fun, family, and flavor! Our Soda Pop Party is a family-friendly party where you can stop by anytime between 6:00–7:30pm and stay as long as you’d like.
✨ What’s Happening:
🥤 Flavor Lab Challenge – Sample mystery sodas & guess the flavors (free samples!)
🥤 Pop Quiz Trivia – Put your soda smarts to the test & win prizes
🥤 Soda Smash – Special drink deals you won’t want to miss
🥤 Limited-Edition Drink Release
Bring the whole family and sip, play, and celebrate with us!
OCT
09
🗓️ Date: October 9th
🕖 Time: 6pm to 7pm - feel free to stay longer if you'd like
📍 Location: Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, Alexandria, MN
✨ Event Overview
Pack your bags—no passport required! Our Around the World event series continues to Greece, where you’ll explore the vibrant flavors and traditions of this amazing country.
✅ What’s Included
Your $25 table reservation (for up to 4 guests) includes:
🇬🇷 Cultural Experience:
A variety of family-friendly activities celebrating Greek culture.
A curated collection of 6 sweet and savory treats.
An illustrated guidebook packed with fascinating facts about Greece’s cuisine, culture, and geography.
💰 Cost & Registration
$25 per table (up to 4 guests).
Add up to 2 extra guests for $5 each (paid night of event).
Table max: 6 guests.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and space is limited.
❗Important Notes
Food & beverages from the Ollie Birch menu are NOT included in the registration fee but will be available for purchase during the event.
No refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, we will hold your snack box for pick-up at Ollie Birch within one week of the event.
🎟 Reserve Your Table
Spots are limited! Secure your table today and get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience.
OCT
13
📚✨ Books + Birch Book Club is back! ✨📚
Grab your book, sip on a themed drink, and enjoy a night of great conversation at Ollie Birch!
Join us for our next gathering at Ollie Birch on Monday, October 13th!
This month, we’re diving into The Locked Ward by Sarah Pekkanen 🍹📖
🕠 Social Time: 5:30 PM
📚 Book Club Discussion: 6:00 PM
💵 $25/month – Includes your book + a themed drink!
📍 Registration Required – Sign up at Ollie Birch or Cherry Street Books.
Come for the book, stay for the conversation, and sip something special while connecting with fellow readers!
#BooksAndBirch #BookClubLife #ReadAndSip #OllieBirchEvents #AlexandriaMN #BookLovers
NOV
06
It’s time to pop in for a night of fizzy fun, family, and flavor! Our Soda Pop Party is a family-friendly party where you can stop by anytime between 6:00–7:30pm and stay as long as you’d like.
✨ What’s Happening:
🥤 Flavor Lab Challenge – Sample mystery sodas & guess the flavors (free samples!)
🥤 Pop Quiz Trivia – Put your soda smarts to the test & win prizes
🥤 Soda Smash – Special drink deals you won’t want to miss
🥤 Limited-Edition Drink Release
Bring the whole family and sip, play, and celebrate with us!
NOV
10
📚✨ Books + Birch Book Club! ✨📚
Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George
Grab your book, sip on a themed drink, and enjoy a night of great conversation at Ollie Birch!
Join us for our next gathering at Ollie Birch on Monday, November 10th!
🕠 Social Time: 5:30 PM
📚 Book Club Discussion: 6:00 PM
💵 $25/month – Includes your book + a themed drink!
📍 Registration Required – Sign up at Ollie Birch or Cherry Street Books.
Come for the book, stay for the conversation, and sip something special while connecting with fellow readers!
#BooksAndBirch #BookClubLife #ReadAndSip #OllieBirchEvents #AlexandriaMN #BookLovers
NOV
13
🗓️ Date: November 13th
🕖 Time: 6pm to 7pm - feel free to stay longer if you'd like
📍 Location: Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, Alexandria, MN
✨ Event Overview
Pack your bags—no passport required! Our Around the World event series continues to Germany, where you’ll explore the vibrant flavors and traditions of this amazing country.
✅ What’s Included
Your $25 table reservation (for up to 4 guests) includes:
🇩🇪 Cultural Experience:
A variety of family-friendly activities celebrating German culture.
A curated collection of 6 sweet and savory treats.
An illustrated guidebook packed with fascinating facts about Germany’s cuisine, culture, and geography.
💰 Cost & Registration
$25 per table (up to 4 guests).
Add up to 2 extra guests for $5 each (paid night of event).
Table max: 6 guests.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and space is limited.
❗Important Notes
Food & beverages from the Ollie Birch menu are NOT included in the registration fee but will be available for purchase during the event.
No refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, we will hold your snack box for pick-up at Ollie Birch within one week of the event.
🎟 Reserve Your Table
Spots are limited! Secure your table today and get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience.
DEC
04
It’s time to pop in for a night of fizzy fun, family, and flavor! Our Soda Pop Party is a family-friendly party where you can stop by anytime between 6:00–7:30pm and stay as long as you’d like.
✨ What’s Happening:
🥤 Flavor Lab Challenge – Sample mystery sodas & guess the flavors (free samples!)
🥤 Pop Quiz Trivia – Put your soda smarts to the test & win prizes
🥤 Soda Smash – Special drink deals you won’t want to miss
🥤 Limited-Edition Drink Release
Bring the whole family and sip, play, and celebrate with us!
DEC
08
📚✨ Books + Birch Book Club! ✨📚
A December to Remember by Jenny Bayliss
Grab your book, sip on a themed drink, and enjoy a night of great conversation at Ollie Birch!
Join us for our next gathering at Ollie Birch on Monday, December 8th!
🕠 Social Time: 5:30 PM
📚 Book Club Discussion: 6:00 PM
💵 $25/month – Includes your book + a themed drink!
📍 Registration Required – Sign up at Ollie Birch or Cherry Street Books.
Come for the book, stay for the conversation, and sip something special while connecting with fellow readers!
#BooksAndBirch #BookClubLife #ReadAndSip #OllieBirchEvents #AlexandriaMN #BookLovers
DEC
18
🗓️ Date: December 18th
🕖 Time: 6pm to 7pm - feel free to stay longer if you'd like
📍 Location: Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, Alexandria, MN
✨ Event Overview
We are changing things up for the holiday and featuring Candy from Around the World
✅ What’s Included
Your $25 table reservation (for up to 4 guests) includes:
Cultural Experience:
A variety of family-friendly holiday activities &
A curated collection of 6 sweet treats.
💰 Cost & Registration
$25 per table (up to 4 guests).
Add up to 2 extra guests for $5 each (paid night of event).
Table max: 6 guests.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and space is limited.
❗Important Notes
Food & beverages from the Ollie Birch menu are NOT included in the registration fee but will be available for purchase during the event.
No refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, we will hold your snack box for pick-up at Ollie Birch within one week of the event.
🎟 Reserve Your Table
Spots are limited! Secure your table today and get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience.
JAN
12
📚✨ Books + Birch Book Club! ✨📚
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler
Grab your book, sip on a themed drink, and enjoy a night of great conversation at Ollie Birch!
Join us for our next gathering at Ollie Birch on Monday, January 12th!
🕠 Social Time: 5:30 PM
📚 Book Club Discussion: 6:00 PM
💵 $25/month – Includes your book + a themed drink!
📍 Registration Required – Sign up at Ollie Birch or Cherry Street Books.
Come for the book, stay for the conversation, and sip something special while connecting with fellow readers!
#BooksAndBirch #BookClubLife #ReadAndSip #OllieBirchEvents #AlexandriaMN #BookLovers
JAN
15
🗓️ Date: January 15th
🕖 Time: 6pm to 7pm - feel free to stay longer if you'd like
📍 Location: Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, Alexandria, MN
✨ Event Overview
Pack your bags—no passport required! Our Around the World event series continues to Italy, where you’ll explore the vibrant flavors and traditions of this amazing country.
✅ What’s Included
Your $25 table reservation (for up to 4 guests) includes:
🇮🇹 Cultural Experience:
A variety of family-friendly activities celebrating Italian culture.
A curated collection of 6 sweet and savory treats.
An illustrated guidebook packed with fascinating facts about Italy’s cuisine, culture, and geography.
💰 Cost & Registration
$25 per table (up to 4 guests).
Add up to 2 extra guests for $5 each (paid night of event).
Table max: 6 guests.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and space is limited.
❗Important Notes
Food & beverages from the Ollie Birch menu are NOT included in the registration fee but will be available for purchase during the event.
No refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, we will hold your snack box for pick-up at Ollie Birch within one week of the event.
🎟 Reserve Your Table
Spots are limited! Secure your table today and get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience.
FEB
09
📚✨ Books + Birch Book Club! ✨📚
The Echo of Old Books by Barbara Davis
Grab your book, sip on a themed drink, and enjoy a night of great conversation at Ollie Birch!
Join us for our next gathering at Ollie Birch on Monday, February 9th!
🕠 Social Time: 5:30 PM
📚 Book Club Discussion: 6:00 PM
💵 $25/month – Includes your book + a themed drink!
📍 Registration Required – Sign up at Ollie Birch or Cherry Street Books.
Come for the book, stay for the conversation, and sip something special while connecting with fellow readers!
#BooksAndBirch #BookClubLife #ReadAndSip #OllieBirchEvents #AlexandriaMN #BookLovers
FEB
19
🗓️ Date: February 19th
🕖 Time: 6pm to 7pm - feel free to stay longer if you'd like
📍 Location: Ollie Birch Boutique + Lounge, Alexandria, MN
✨ Event Overview
We are changing things up for the holiday and featuring Chocolate from Around the World
✅ What’s Included
Your $25 table reservation (for up to 4 guests) includes:
Cultural Experience:
A variety of family-friendly activities
A curated collection of 6 sweet treats.
💲 Cost & Registration
$25 per table (up to 4 guests).
Add up to 2 extra guests for $5 each (paid night of event).
Table max: 6 guests.
Registration is required to reserve your spot and space is limited.
❗Important Notes
Food & beverages from the Ollie Birch menu are NOT included in the registration fee but will be available for purchase during the event.
No refunds for this event. If you are unable to attend, we will hold your snack box for pick-up at Ollie Birch within one week of the event.
🎟 Reserve Your Table
Spots are limited! Secure your table today and get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience.