Becker Legion And Auxiliary Meeting 

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

 

Clear Lake Legion & Auxiliary and Sons of American Legion

-Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Palmer Town Hall. The Auxiliary will also meet at the same time. New members always welcome.

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

 

Clear Lake Sons of the American Legion

 The Clear Lake Legion is sponsoring a SAL squadron, the charter application will be submitted in January. Eligible male descedents of legion members need to call Bud Stimmler   by Jan. 7 with questions or in order to have thier name on the charter. 320-761-5793.

 

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

 

– 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.

 

-Area 35 Alcoholics Anonymous District 5 meets Thursdays at 8 p.m. at Church of Mary of the Visitation (12100 Sherburne Ave.), Becker. For information call 763-275-0110 or visit www.area35.org.

 

–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.

 

Clearwater-Clear Lake Food Shelf

 -is open Mon. 5:30-7 pm, Tues. 9-11 am and 6-8 pm, Wed. 3-5 pm and is in the brown Lions Community Building beneath the water tower in Clearwater.  We service residents of Clearwater and Clear Lake.

 

Computer Learning and More

 -at the ABE Computer Lab at Monticello Workforce Center. We also offer preparation for the Special Boiler’s License Examination and GED prep. All services are free and open to the public. You don’t have to be unemployed to use these services. Call to get started 763-271-3768. 

 

 -at the Becker Legion. We installed indoor pits and are looking for anyone interested. We have horseshoes you can use or bring your own. Come to the Becker Legion (1 Blk North of Hwy 10 on Hancock) on Tues. nights from 6 to 8 pm.  All are welcome.

 

Faith Lutheran 2015 Bus Trips

 -Mackinac Island/ Frankenmuth May 17-23, New York City  September 16-24. Contact Judy Bowatz  763-261-4950 or pick up flyer at Faith. 

 

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Meeting

-The monthly meetings are held 6 p.m. the third thursday of the month at Becker City Hall. Questions Kary Westby 320-241-0219. 

 

-runs every Mon. from Becker Community Center at 6 p.m. Wear light colored clothing, everyone is invited. Questions call Doug at 763-261-4368.

 

Third Thursdays Group

 -focuses on finding peace and hope after loss. ​“Strategies for Facing the Holidays” is the first topic to be offered at “Third Thursdays”, a new community program at Faith Lutheran Church, Becker.  The monthly gathering is open to anyone who has lost a loved one. Participation is free and open to all, regardless of whether one has a church background; no pre-registration is required.The group will have its first monthly meeting on Thur., Dec. 18, at 7 p.m., fellowship hall, 11755 Sherburne Ave., Becker. Ashley Prentice is the keynote presenter for this initial program, and co-organizer of the series, together with Pastor Dick Wehrs. For more information, call the church office at (763) 261-5751.

 

SHC Winter Lecture Series

 -The Sherburne History Center’s Winter Lecture Series is back!  The series features St. Cloud State University graduate students who will be speaking on their historical research. Lectures will be held on the first and third Tuesday of each month, January through March.  For more information, call the Sherburne History Center at 763-261-4433 or 763-262-4433 (metro line) or visit our website at www.sherburnehistorycenter.org. 

 

 -14 photographs, culled from “vintage” Sherburne County Star News photograph collection are on exhibition at the Sherburne County History Center until May. 23. This small, temporary, exhibit shows the variety of photographs from the 60’s and 70’s recently donated to the Sherb. Co. Historical Society. All of the photographs are local in content, but some well-known local celebrities may be recognized of a ‘certain’ generation. 

 

 -Foley Area C.A.R.E. (Community Actions Respecting Elders) invites you to attend our second annual Roast Beef Round Up.  The event will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Foley on Wed., Feb. 4, 2015 from 4 to 7:30 p.m. The meal will include roast beef, potatoes and gravy, green beans, coleslaw, roll, juice and coffee and dessert.  The cost is $12.00 for adult at the door, $10.00 pre-sale and $3.50 for a hot dog meal.  Tickets may be purchased at Brenny Oil or at the C.A.R.E. Office in Foley.  Transportation and take-out will be available. We will be selling tickets for a quilt raffle to be held at a later date.  Please plan to attend and help us support the seniors of this community. For more information about C.A.R.E. or the Roast Beef Round Up, call 320-968-7848.

 

-is having a Candlelight Ski event on Sat., Jan. 31, 7-9 p.m. Meet at Blue Hill Trail. Bring your own skis and equipment. Refuge HQ located on Sherburne Co. Rd. 9, five miles west of Hwy. 169. Directions from area communities are on our website.

 

 -are going to meet at Clearwater Travel Plaza, Jan. 27, eat at 11:30 a.m. 

 

 -Thurs. Feb. 12, 3 p.m. at Becker Baptist Church to hear Lois Ohlhauser talk about Love Letters, a story of a soldier sending love letters to his bride. R.S.V.P. to Terri at 763-261-4202 by Feb. 9.

 

 -Feb. 4-26 is the Becker all Schools PTSA Read-a-thon.  Let’s all read! Prizes Awarded for top readers! Watch for pledge and tally sheets coming home soon.

 

 -Feb 10th at 6:30 pm Plan to stop in at our monthly PTSA meeting in the Intermediate School Media Center. We talk about the current happenings in Becker Schools and upcoming events.  Plan to come and “get connected”. For agenda, questions or to be added to our PTSA Email list- email Ann areolson@sherbtel.net.

 

 - for Becker area youth grades 6-12.Wed., Jan. 28 from 6:30-8 p.m. - BARF (Bring.A.Real.Friend) “Fear the Beard” Duck Dynasty night. Dress up & get your beard on. Prize for best costume! There will be dinner served, games, competitions, giveaways and more. Located at The Hub, 11952 Hancock St. Questions, contact Pastor Kevin Drehmel 261-4202 or 815-980-9225. 

 

Momentum at The Hub

 -is open every Wed. night from 3:30-6:30 p.m. for all Middle and High School students. Located across from Becker Baptist Church, 11952 Hancock St. Students are welcome to hang-out, play games, concessions, etc. Contact Pastor Kevin at 763-262-6760 or 815-980-9225.

 

-is a weekly support group designed to help those recovering from separation or divorce face their challenges and move toward rebuilding their life. DC4K is an auxiliary program designed for just kids age 4-5. Join us anytime starting Mon., Jan. 26 @ 6:30p.m. at Riverside Church.  Please contact Wendy at 763-263-2410 or go to www.myriversidechurch.com/divorcecare for more information and to register.

 

Financial Peace University

-Financial Peace University is a life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money.  You'll be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace!   Class begins Tues., Feb. 3 through March 31, 7 p.m. More information and registration at www.myriversidechurch.com/fpu.

 

-is a weekly support and recovery group for those grieving the loss of a family member or friend.  The care group contains messages and material each week to help walk you through recovering from your loss and looking forward to rebuilding your life. Join us anytime Thursdays, 7 p.m. New session beginning in Feb. Please call to confirm start date at 763-263-2410 or visit www.myriversidechurch.com/caregroups.

 

Dylan’s Hope Casino & Raffle Night

-will be Sat. Feb. 21, 6-9 p.m. at Becker Furniture World.