Are meeting at Jack & Jim’s restuarant in Duelm, Tues. April 19, eating at 11:30 a.m.

 

 

Will get together Fri., April 29, 11:15 a.m. at Brickyard Bar & Grill in Clear Lake. Any questions, call Richard Wells 763-261-5455. 

 

Mon., April 18 at 6:30 pm at the Primary School. Plan to stop in at our monthly PTSA meeting. For agenda, questions or to be added to our PTSA Email list, email Ann areolson@sherbtel.net.

 

School District 742 Board Finance and Audit Committee Meeting

Will be meeting on Thurs., April 21 at 12 noon.  The meeting will be held at Tech. High School, 233 South 12th Ave., St. Cloud (Door 20).

 

Orphan Train Presentation at Annandale Senior Dining

Join singer/songwriter Phil Lancaster for a presentation titled Riders on the Orphan Train at the Senior Dining in Annandale City Hall on Wed., April 20, 10-11 a.m. The presentation tells the story of the 250,000 orphans and unwanted children who were put on trains in New York between 1854 and 1929 and sent all over the United States to be given away. Seniors wanting to stay for lunch should contact Renee at (320-274-3891. For more information, contact the Annandale library at 320-274-8448. 

 

Orphan Train Presentation at Becker Senior Dining

Join singer/songwriter Phil Lancaster for a presentation titled Riders on the Orphan Train at the Becker Senior Center/City Hall on Tuesday, April 19, 10-11 a.m.  The presentation tells the story of the 250,000 orphans and unwanted children who were put on trains in New York between 1854 and 1929 and sent all over the United States to be given away. This program is sponsored by the Becker Public Library.

 

Upcoming Events at the Becker Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-6, 10:30-11:15 a.m. on Tues., April 19. 

Join the Mayor of Becker at the Becker Public Library for coffee and refreshments on Sat., April 23, 9-11 a.m. Discuss ideas and concerns, and hear about improvements for the Becker community.

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

 

The next meeting is slated for Thurs, April 21. Card playing and coloring for adults begins at 10:30 a.m. followed by lunch at noon and guest speaker addressing health topics and resources for seniors. Suggested donation is $4.50. Reservations are encouraged.  Call Rejoice at 320-558-6851 or email rejoice@rejoicelutheranchurch.org Come join the fun!

 

Spring Storytime Fun,  Tuesday, April 19, 11-11:45 a.m. Preschool storytimes include stories and activities to help build kindergarten readiness.

 

Computer and Internet Help, Tues., April 19, 12-1 p.m. Contact the library to make an appointment for individualized assistance.

 

Photography Class, Wed. April 20, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Teen and adult photographers are invited to attend a Photography Class. Beginners are welcome.

 

Book Club, Wed., April 20, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Teens and adults are invited to join the Clearwater Public Library Book Club. Share thoughts on the read of the month. Contact the library at 320-558-6001 to find out what the library Book Club is reading.

 

Mystery Author Pam Leonard, Wed., April 20, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Adults and teens are invited to hear her presentation about the writing process and how she develops her stories. Attendance is limited and registration is required. This program is funded in part by Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

 

Riders on the Orphan Train, Sat., April 23, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join singer/songwriter Phil Lancaster for a presentation titled Riders on the Orphan Train at the Clearwater Public Library. The presentation tells the story of the 250,000 orphans and unwanted children who were put on trains in New York between 1854 and 1929 and sent all over the United States to be given away.

 

The Stearns County Park Dept. is holding an open house to allow the public to see inside Warner Lake Nature Center in Clearwater. The open house is Sat., April 23, from 1-7 p.m. Warner Lake Park is located just off Co. Rd. 75, at 1485 Co. Rd. 143, Clearwater. 

 

A Vendor event, April 30 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at The Hub (11952 Hancock St., Becker). Time to think spring! Grab your friends and join us for fun shopping, treats & lunch while supporting our HS Belize Mission Team.

 

Spring is Busting Out All Over

Mel Bartholomew’s latest book, just off the press, is relevant for all gardeners. I have a copy to share with you at the gathering at 4936 54th St. NW, Maple Lake, Mon., April 18,  6:30 p.m. and to place an order at the best price for you. Plant starting: lettuce seedlings will be ready for you to transplant and to take home to nurture until ready to go into the garden in early May.  Free. We will also share planting techniques with one another in nurseries and directly in the garden.   For those of you starting seedlings; tomatoes and tax time is the answer.

 

Positive Parenting Program

Healthy family, healthy at home, a fun and informative class series to help support healthy choices for families. Positive Parenting on Mon., April 18 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Monticello Community Center located at 505 Walnut St., Monticello. For more information, or to register to attend the Positive Parenting class, call 763-295-2954 or visit www.monticellocommunitycenter.com.

 

Bounce Back Project Event

Join us for Experience Resilience: A Bounce Back Project event on Sat. April 23 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Friendly Buffalo Marketplace Banquet Center, Big Lake. For more information or to register, go to www.bouncebackproject.org. The cost to attend is $55 which includes a continental breakfast, lunch, and event materials.