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.

 

–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.

 

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Meeting

- The monthly meetings are held 6 p.m. the third thursday of the month at Becker City Hall. For more information call KariWestby 320-241-0219 or see the state website at www.beyondtheyellowribbon.org. 

 

 -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. 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.

 

 -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.

 

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.

 

 -will be 9-11 a.m. Feb. 28 at Ellis Bakery.

 

-The Sheriff’s Department is accepting applications for the postition of Reserve Sheriff Deputy. Request an application by emailing Service Lieutenant Dan Purgett at Reserve.Sheriff@co.sherburne.mn.us. Contact Reserve Lieutenant Dan Purgett with any questions. 

 

I Love To Read Month

 -at Becker intermediate school invites you to the  “Snuggle Up With a Book” event Tues., Feb. 24 from 6-7 p.m. Students are encouraged to wear pajamas.

 

 -Be the Hero. Fight Hunger. When you give to our local food shelf during the month of March, Minnesota  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., Wed. 3-5 p.m.

 

 -Practice and auditions for the Becker High School (Dazzlers) Dance Team are open to girls entering grades 7-12 in the 2015-2016 school year. Dance Team Prep Clinic dates and times are Mon., Feb. 23, Tues., Feb. 24, and Wed., Feb. 25 from 3:20-5 p.m. Auditions will be held on Thurs, Feb., 26 from 3:20-5:15 p.m. The prep clinic and auditions will be held at the Intermediate School in the large gym. If you are interest or have questions contact Coach Laura Anderson at beckerdancecoach@gmail.com.

 

Big Lake Business Expo

 -Sun., Mar. 1 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Big Lake High School. Admission is free. For more information 763-263-7800 or info@biglakechamber.com

 

 -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 just kids age 4-grade 5. You are invited to join us anytime on Mon. through April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Riverside Church. Contact Wendy at 763-263-2410 or www.myriver sidechurch.com/divorcecare for more information and to register. 

 

 -is a weekly support and recovery group for those grieving the loss of a family member or friend.  The group contains messages and material each week to help walk you through recovering from your loss. Join us anytime Thur. through April 30 at 7 p.m.   Please Wendy at 763-263-2410 or www.myriversidechurch.com/griefshare for more information and to register.

 

Small Farms Day Conference

 -Mar. 7 from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. at the Sherburne County History Center, Becker. Registration deadline is Mon. Mar. 2. To register call Tiffany Determan at 763-241-1170 ext. 132 or www.regonline.com/smallFarms.

 

Big Lake Business Expo

 -Secret handshakes.  Resolutions made to not enter into another war in with Europe.  Formal withdrawal cards.  Swords.  Societies with secrets.  This is found in the Brothers & Sisters: Fraternal Organizations in Sherburne County exhibit at the Sherburne History Center until September 26, 2015.

 

 -Artifacts found in the collections of the Sherburne County Historical Society and known history of fraternal organizations in Sherburne County are included in this small exhibition. Information about the Grange, International Order of Odd Fellows and the Rebekahs, Knights of Columbus, Knights of the Maccabees, Knights of Pythias, Masons and Order of the Eastern Star are a part of our local history.   A few of these organizations continue to be active in our county today.   These organizations formed to benefit our communities and create social interaction among neighbors.

 

SSWC Seeks Summer Apprentice

-Conservation Corps Minnesota is currently accepting applications for young adults, ages 18-25, for summer apprentice positions in 30 Soil and Water Conservation Districts throughout Minnesota. Apprentices will spend their summer working alongside natural resource professionals to learn hands-on skills in managing soil and water resources. Responsibilities will vary by site and may include communicating with landowners, providing educational materials, monitoring, inspecting sites, preparing reports and other conservation-related activities. The Sherburne SWCD apprentice will be based at the Elk River USDA office in Elk River, MN  55330. Apprentices will serve as AmeriCorps members and receive a monthly living stipend of $1,235 as well as an education award of $1,493 to use towards qualifying education and student loan expenses. Educational credits may be arranged by the apprentice. The service term runs from May 18-August 14. Interested candidates should apply online at www.conservationcorps.org/apply by March 22, 2015. The program is funded through the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resource Trust Fund and LCCMR.