Senior Without Partners Luncheon

 

-Seniors Without Partners will be held at the Lake Cafe in Big Lake, Tues., March 18 at 11:30.

 

 

Friends Of The Becker Library 

 

–are looking for gently used books, DVD’s and audio books for their book sale April 23-26.  We ask that no magazines, encyclopedias, Reader’s Digest, VHS, damaged books or any books older than 10 years be donated.  These can be brought to the library during regular hours.  All proceeds go towards programs and special needs at the library. 

 

 

Becker Legion And Auxiliary Meeting 

 

– is the second Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m.

 

 

Upcoming Programs Offered By Becker Library

 

 

The Becker Public Library is offering a Civil War Quilt program for adults and teens 14 and older Tues., March 11 at 7 p.m. Part history lesson and part craft class, this program will cover the important role quilts played in the Civil War, women’s roles during the war, and Minnesota’s connections to the war. Twelve stitchers will have an opportunity to create a miniature Civil War quilt block during the program. A pattern, instructions, needle and materials for the miniature quit block will be provided. Bring a sharp fabric scissors. Stitchers must preregister. 

 

No registration is necessary for the lecture part of the program This program is funded in part with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

 

 

Teens 12 to 18 are invited to join the Becker Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board. The group will meet Tues., March 18, 6 to 7 p.m. to discuss movies and books, play games and share ideas of fun things to do at the library.

 

 

Adults and teens are invited to a Reusable Bag Workshop at the Becker Public Library Thurs., March 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Artist Jen Anfinson will teach people how to upcycle old bags into something new, designing unique bags for groceries, library books, etc. Bring your sewing machine if you wish. Registration is required and the attendance limit is 15. This program is funded in part with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

 

For more information, contact the Becker Public Library at 763-261-4454.

 

Becker Public Library Hours - Mon. 2-8, Tue. 10-6, Wed. 2-6, Thurs. 2-8, Fri. 2-5, Sat. 10-1.

 

For more information, contact the Becker Public Library at 763-261-4454.

 

 

 

–meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Palmer Town Hall. There will be no meeting in March, next meeting is April 8. New members always welcome.  

 

Any questions contact Bud Stimmler at 320-761-5793. 

 

 

Snowshoe Trek At Sherburne Refuge

 

-Sherburne Refuge has rescheduled the Snowshoe Trek that had to be cancelled earlier - the date is Sat., March 15 from 1 to 4 p.m.  The refuge has many pairs of snowshoes, sizes for all ages, that can be used by participants during the event, or you may bring your own.

 

This is a free family-oriented event.

 

For information contact Betsy Beneke, visitor services manager, 763-389-3323  ext 13.

 

 

Topsy Turvy Day At Catholic Charities Senior Dining

 

-Catholic Charities Senior Dining in Becker is holding a special “Topsy Turvy Day” Tues., March 18 at the Woodbriar Apartments beginning at 11:15.

 

The events of the day include: Dress attire  - will be mismatched clothes, crazy hairdos, mismatched shoes and socks. There will be a prize for best mismatched attire.

 

The following special menu will be served: Hot beef roast sandwich, mashed potatoes with gravy, storrac (carrots) and upside down cake.

 

Senior dining offers a nutritious meal in a warm and caring atmosphere with friendship and fun for persons 60 years of age and over. Call 763-261-4466 for information.

 

Partially funded under contract with the Central Minnesota Council on Aging as part of the Older American Act and administered by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of St. Cloud.

 

 

 

–on the second Wednesday of every month at 1 p.m. at the Monticello Cancer Center. 

 

Topics addressed include benefits of good nutrition, managing eating problems during treatment, how to read food labels and how to eat well after cancer treatment ends. 

 

For information about these informative nutrition education classes, call the Monticello Cancer Center at 763-271-2800. 

 

 

 

– is the first and third Tuesday night of each month at Cafe Pawz, 6:30-8:30 p.m., join as your schedule allows. All ages and levels of yarn lovers welcome.  Working towards creating items to donate locally if you'd like to help.

 

 

 

– will be participating in the Minnesota Food Share March Campaign. Be The Hero. Fight Hunger.

 

When you give to our local food shelf during the month of March, Mn Food Share will add their incentive dollars to yours.  Because of our buying power and limited space, financial donations are preferred.  However, donations of food are always accepted.  Bring your donation to the food shelf during our open hours or mail to the address listed below.

 

The Clearwater-Clear Lake Food Shelf Hours: Mon.  5:30-7 p.m., Tues. 9-11 a.m.. and 6-8 p.m., Weds. 3-5 p.m.

 

Located at: 1100 Co. Rd. 75, P.O. Box 324, Clearwater, MN 55320

 

The Clearwater-Clear Lake Food Shelf is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.

 

 

 

-The dance team will be holding a dance team clinic for 6th grade Becker girls who are interested in dance and what being a part of the Dazzlers dance team is all about. Sixth grade dance clinic dates are Tues., Mar. 11 and Weds., March 12 at the Middle School. Interested sixth grade girls who are interested should watch for posters and flyers at the Middle School announcing this free dance clinic.

 

Questions may be directed to Coach Laura at: 

 

 

 

–will be held Thurs., Mar. 13, Mon., Mar. 18 and Tues., Mar. 19 from 3:15 p.m.-5 p.m.  Auditions will be held from 3:15 p.m.-5 p.m. Weds., Mar. 20. Practices and auditions will be held at the Intermediate School. Starz and Just For Kix dancers are highly encouraged to maximize their middle and high school dance experience by becoming part of the dance team.

 

Any questions may be directed to Coach Laura at: beckerdancecoach@gmail.com

 

 

 

– items are: eye glasses, hearing aids, cell phones and printer ink cartridges. 

 

Collection boxes are located at the Becker Community Center (entryway) and Insight Eye Care.

 

 

 

– Thursdays at 8 p.m. at Church of Mary of the Visitation (12100 Sherburne Ave.),  Becker.

 

Call 763-275-0110.

 

 

 

-G.A.L.A. stands for “Get A Life Again”.  This is a group of widows and widowers.  They meet twice a month to eat out and socialize.  The events are held at different places around the surrounding counties.    There are also different card groups that meet monthly.

 

If interested contact Lorraine Theis at 763-263-0202 or Gwen Chamberlin at 763-295-6105.

 

 

 

-DivorceCare is a weekly support group designed to help those recovering from separation or divorce face their challenges and move toward rebuilding their life.  

 

The BIgD and DC4K are auxiliary programs designed just for students grade 6-12 and kids age 4-grade 5.  Mondays at  6:30 p.m. at Riverside Church.  

 

Contact Judy at 763-263-2410 or www.myriversidechurch.com/supportgroups for information and to register.

 

 

 

– Monday nights at 7 p.m. Location is Church of Mary of The Visitation, (440 Lake St. North) Big Lake.

 

Any questions contact Dean M. at 763-263-2855.

 

 

 

– at Palmer Township hall, 4180 - 105th Ave., Co. Rd. 6 and 42nd St., the second and fourth Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. 

 

Bring tips, recipes and topics of interest. Everyone welcome.

 

 

 

-Become free from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits.  Women’s group meets Monday’s at 7 at Riverside Church.  

 

For information, call 763-263-2410 or visit www.myriversidechurch.com/supportgroups.