Becker Legion meets the second Tuesday of every month at 8:00 pm at the Becker Legion (the old fire hall).

 

Regular monthly meetings will be held the second Tuesday of the month, at 8 p.m. at the old fire hall in Becker. Questions call Paula Hinds  at 763-262-6679.

 

Meets the third Tues. of each month at 7 p.m. at Becker Legion (old fire hall). We are looking for new members. Any questions, call Commander John Fischbach (320) 249-0579.

 

Meets the second Tuesday of the month at Palmer Township Hall. The Legion and Auxiliary will meet at 7 p.m. and the Son of American Legion meet at 6:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Any questions contact Bud Stimmler at 320-761-5793.

 

Clearwater Legion meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of the month. Auxiliary 6:30 p.m.,  S.A.L. at 7 p.m., Legion 7:30 p.m.  Legion Riders meeting 1st Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Senior Lunch first Thursday of the month at noon at the Clearwater Legion, Clearwater.

 

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, 7 p.m. at Church of St. Luke, 17545 Huber Ave. NW, Clearwater. Contact 320-558-2124.

 

Meeting is at 7 p.m. Sunday night at Clearwater United Methodist Church, 405 Main St. Clearwater. Contact 320 310-1399 AA or 320-558-6613 for Al-Anon.

 

 Meetings are at 7 p.m. Wednesday night at Clearwater United Methodist Church, 405 Main St. Clearwater. Contact   612-607-4484.

 

Open on Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. Tues. hours remain the same, 9-11 a.m. They are located 12060 Sherburne Ave. in City Hall. Call 763-261-4612 with questions.

 

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.

 

Every Tuesday night at Cafe Pawz inside Becker Furniture World, 6-7:30 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. For more information call/text Carolyn at 763-498-1060, Mary 612-716-6011 or Diane 320-267-0768.

 

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

 

The monthly meetings are held 6 p.m. the third thursday of the month at Becker City Hall. For more info call 320-980-2752 or see the state website at www.beyondtheyellow ribbon.org.

 

Come experience God's peace and hope when you pray along side other moms. "Moms In Prayer International" gathers moms to pray (to God), to transform our children and schools. For more info about local groups, contact, Becky Svea, at 763-607-2971. For more info visit www.MomsInPrayer.org.

 

Advocates for ending family violence, is a non-profit community based agency offering advocacy, support, education and referral services for victims of family violence. Working in partnerships with schools, law enforcement, social service agencies and the court system in Sherburne and Wright counties. Contact us at 763-295-3433 or 1-800-439-2642 or info@riversofhope. org. Free and confidential. Phones answered 24/7.

 

St. Croix Hospice is seeking volunteers to provide companionship to individuals affected by a life-limiting illness. Companion visits are scheduled at your leisure.  Other volunteer opportunities include: vigil, pet therapy (dog), and office administrative. Story-telling, training and mentoring provided. For interest, please contact Jodi Julseth at 320-250-6899.

 

Becker Community Center the Second Friday of every month, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Bring a snack or dish to share although not necessary or simply enjoy a free cup of coffee provided by the BCC. This event is free and open to the public. 

 

The Crossroads Chapter 644 will having monthly meetings every third Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Nelson Brothers in Clearwater. 

 

Bring your aluminum cans to the trailer located near Becker True Value and paper and cardboard recyclables to the dumpsters near the same location the first Saturday of every month. There will be a Scout there to help unload between 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 

 

Fridays, 4:-5 p.m. at ILICIL, Independent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Dr., Sauk Rapids. Call 5th degree black belt Master Scott Ridlon at 320-267-7717, wear loose clothing and bring a water bottle. All abilities and all levels are welcome.

 

Meets Mondays, 6-7 p.m. at Independent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Dr., Sauk Rapids. This is a free group, everyone is welcome. Call Ricky at 320-281-2025.

 

Presented by Linda Lemke the first and third Monday, at 12:30 a.m. Independant Lifestyles, 215 Benton Dr., Sauk Rapids or Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. by the granite fountains at Lake George. Poles, fitting, instructions, and conversation provided. This group is free and all abilities are welcome to attend. Call 952-475-0891.

 

The fourth Wednesday of each month at 10-11 a.m. in Room 19 at Becker Community Center, 11500 Sherburne Ave. No cost to join. For more information call Tami Kolbinger at 612-590-2449 or email tjkol binger@gmail.com.

 

Camp Friendship Auxiliary meetings are held at 9 a.m. the first Wednesday of the month April - November at Camp Friendship's Dining Hall, 10509 108th St NW, Annandale. For more info call Shirley Olson 952-201-4710 or Karen Staaf 612-598-8479.

 

Fri., Aug. 10 beginning at 11 a.m. at Pebble Creek Golf Club. The event will include a 4 person team scramble, prizes for 1st place and other teams, hole prizes for traditional hole challenges. The entry fee for the tournament is $80 per player, which includes cart, range balls and the meal. Come hungry as the Pebble Creek Grille will be serving a delicious meal. The cost of the meal is only $15 for adults and $10 for kids. Tickets can be purchased in advance from the Dylan’s Hope Organization at http://www.dylanshopefoundation.org/foundation-events/.

 

A 12-week Tai Ji Quan program at the Becker Community Center. Participants meet Thursdays and Fridays, 9:45-10:45 a.m., July 12-Oct. 18 (no class 8/2, 8/3 and 9/20, 9/28). Deadline to register is July 2. Contact Becker Community Center at 763-200-4271 to register. For more information call Mary Simpler at 320-229-4591 or Barb  Platten at 320-229-4594.

 

Kragero one-room school annual picnic will be held Sunday, June 24. Potluck at noon. Horse and wagon ride will follow. Everyone is welcome. No charge for event. Kragero School address, 6322 185th Ave SE, Becker. Call Mary for details 612-219-8648.

 

Sat., June 23, 11am worship service, followed by potluck and outdoor auction. Everyone is welcome. Church is located 5 mi N. of Hwy. 10 on Co. Rd. 11, 1.5 mi E. on Co. Rd. 4, 3/4 mi. W. on 180th St. (8940-180th Ave, Becker).  Call Mary for info 612-219-8648.

 

The St. Cloud Area Parkinson's Disease (PD) Support Group invites you to attend a special presentation entitled “Parkinson’s Disease-Symptoms & Treatment Options” on Mon., June 18, 1- 2:30 p.m. at ILICIL Independent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Dr., Sauk Rapids. This is a free group. For further information, call 320-529-9000.

 

A ceremony honoring Vietnam Veterans is planned at noon, July 4, at the Mille Lacs Co. Fairgrounds located at 1400 N. 3rd St., in Princeton. All veterans who served on active duty in U.S. Armed Forces at any time during the Vietnam War period, Nov. 1, 1955 to May 15, 1975, are invited to participate. No distinction is made between Veterans who served in-country, in-theater, or who were stationed elsewhere during the Vietnam War period. County Veteran Services and St. Cloud VA staff will be available to discuss enrollment in VA health care and provide information on the full range of Veterans benefit programs, from noon-7 p.m., July 4; 10 a.m.-4 p.m., July 5; and 9 a.m.-6 p.m., July 6.

 

Children who have completed PreK-5th Grade to experience the ride of a lifetime with God at Rolling River Rampage Vacation Bible School. This adventure includes exciting music, amazing science, creative crafts, fun recreation, and memorable Bible stories that will help children know God is always with them as they ride the rapids of life. The adventure runs July 30-Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-12 noon at Becker Baptist Church, 11951 Hancock St., Becker. Call us at: 763-261-4202, or register online at https://rrr.cokesburyvbs.com/ beckerbaptist/ 

 

From Magic the Gathering to Anime, Superheroes to Pokemon, local art to geeky cooking the inaugural St. Cloud Comic Con is gearing up to be a lively celebration. Sat., June 30, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Features include a diverse lineup of activities for all ages. Costumes not required, but definitely encouraged - and yep, there are lots of prizes.  Questions call the library at 320-650-2500.

 

Dollipops, 10 a.m., Tues., June 26. Get ready to sing, dance, and laugh with the engaging, high-energy, highly interactive kids’ show, The Dollipops. For ages 3-12. No registration necessary.

STEM Day at the Library, Thurs., June 28, 3-5 p.m. Snap Circuits, Legos, Marble Run and other fun building items will be out and available for fun stem exploring and learning. This is a come and go, self-directed event. For ages 3-12. No registration necessary. For more information on library services, contact the Becker Public Library at 763-261-4454.

 

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, ongoing. Sign up for this program at any time of the year. Incentives to help your young reader reach the goal of 1,000 books. Call 320-558-6001 for more information.

 

Becker Area Senior Center

763-528-0643    

Email: basc.becker@gmail.com 

WEBSITE: www.beckerareaseniorcenter.org

TUESDAY – June 26th

9:00AM–  Coffee, Rolls, Conversation

9:15AM – Pinochle 

11:00AM– Sewing & Crafts

12 Noon– Senior Strong Exercise

WEDNESDAY – June 27th

9:40AM – Silver Sneakers @ BCC 

10:00AM- Dementia Caregiver Support group @ Becker Comm Ctr.

10:00AM – Nordic Walk Club 

2:00PM -  BINGO at McDonalds 

THURSDAY – June 28th

9:00AM  – Coffee, Rolls, Conversation

10:00AM– Senior Exercises

11:00AM– Whittling with Tom

12:15PM- Movie “7 Days to Utopia”

FUTURE EVENTS

July 17 – Music By Countryside 316 with Jim Waydula

July 18 – BASC Board Mtg

July 19– Sherburne Co Fair Opens