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.

 

–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.

 

 -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. 

 

-Becker PTSA is looking for 2-3 volunteers for 1-2 hours per week to attend monthly meetings and have access to a computer. Also seeking a co-treasurer with experience in QuickBooks. Contact Ann Olson at areolson

 

 -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. 

 

 -is held every Wed. night from 3-6:30 p.m. and is open for Middle and High School students. From 6:30-8:30 p.m., the student ministries of Becker Baptist, Momentum, is held. Open to all students. Contact Pastor Kevin Drehmel at 815-980-9225 or 262-4202.

 

 -Will Focus on Finding Peace, 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 initial meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20, 7 p.m. in Faith's 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.

 

is sponsoring the American Red Cross Dlood Drive at St. Marcus Church in Clear Lake on Dec. 1. Mark your calendars. For more information call: Sue 320-743-3534 or Linda 763-260-8858.

 

 -is Sat. Dec. 6 at Becker United Methodist Church from 9 - 11 a.m. Cookies are $7 a pound, bring your own containers. Info call Barb 320-743-2952.

 

-In Memory of Anthony Nelson on Mon., Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, Becker. This is a time for hope and healing for all; please bring a photo of a loved one that you have lost to share during fellowship time.  Everyone is invited to attend! Questions? Please contact Rhonda @ 763-742-5272.

 

 - groups for adults, teens and kids. DivorceCare is a weekly support group designed to help those recovering from separation or divorce.  DC4K is a companion program for kids ages 4 - grade 5 and meets at the same time.  Teen group meets on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. starting later this fall.  You are invited to join us anytime starting Mon, Sept. 15 @ 6:30 p.m. at Riverside Church. Info and registration at www.myriversidechurch.com/caregroups.  Questions?  Contact our care team at care@myriversidechurch.com or 763.263.2410.

 

 -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, starting Thur., Oct. 2 – Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.  (Note: No meeting Nov. 27).  Please call for more information at 763-263-2410 or visit www.myriversidechurch.com/caregroups.

 

 -will meet at China Buffet in Monticello, Tues., Dec. 2, eat at 11:30.

 

 -Thurs, Dec. 11, 3 p.m. Come and sing Christmas carols and listen to Christmas stories, also a time for followship and Refreshments. Tea is held at Becker Baptist Church, 11951 Hancock St. Please R.S.V.P. to Terri at 763-261-4202 by Dec. 7.

 

 -at the Monticello VFW, Post 731, Sat., Dec. 6, two seatings at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Purchase advance tickets $ 15 adults, $7 for children 10 and under, at the VFW or call John at 612-325-9803, limited tickets at the door. 

 

9th Annual Christmas Tree Ornament Festival

-Sherburne History Center will be hosting its 9th annual Christmas Tree Ornament Festival on Sat., Dec. 6, from 10 a.m.-noon.  The event features a performance by the Command Performance Prima Choir of Elk River, snacks, crafts, visit from Santa, and fresh Christmas tree door prize.  The event is free, and all are welcome. We will also be collecting donations for the local food shelf.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.

 

Mitten Tree For Becker & Big Lake Elementary Schools

-Big Lake Lioness Club in conjunction with Riverwood National Bank in Big Lake are proud to host the Mitten Tree for Becker and Big Lake elementary schools. Beginning with the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 1, at the Carousal Works, you can donate hats, mittens, and scarves that evening. All items collected through December at Riverwood Bank will be donated to area elementary schools for children who may not have access to appropriate winter weather items.

 

Saron Lutheran Cookie Walk & Vendor Event

 -is Sat. Dec. 6 at Saron Lutheran Church from 9am-2pm. Cookies, bars, breads, & homemade cinnamon rolls. Plus more than 20 vendors will be available to help you finish your Christmas gift shopping with lots of great gifts on hand.

 

Church of St. Lukes Annual Cookie Extravaganza & Craft Sale

 -is Sat. Dec. 6 from 9am-1pm. Let us bake your gourmet cookies & candies. Bring containers. Coffee, hot cider & rolls served all day. 

 

 - B& J Evergreen in Clear Lake, MN open Nov 28 through Dec 14. Free petting zoo, haystack, santa, play area, horse drawn hayrides, campfire and horse rides.  Pre-cut and field Pine, Fraser & Balsam tree available. Look for coupon in this issue of The Citizen.

 

- Golden Nursery & Tree Farm east of Rice, MN. Cut your own Balsam Fir or Colorado Spruce all varities available as in pre-cut or wreaths. Now open daily through Dec. 23. 

 

 - The Sherburne County Citizen in cooperation with the City of Becker will be publishing the Becker Community Guide in January. This popular magazine will feature local community events, businesses, parks, city map and editorials, with distribution in the Becker area. The Guide and Guide information will be available upon publication at www.citizennewspaper.com. Call our office with any questions at 763-261-5880.