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

 

Clear Lake Legion and Auxiliary 

 

- Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Palmer Town Hall. Next meeting is April 8. 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. 

 

Topics addressed include benefits of good nutrition, managing eating problems during treatment, how to read food labels and how to eat well after cancer treatment ends. 

 

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.

 

 

– Thursdays at 8 p.m. at Church of Mary of the Visitation (12100 Sherburne Ave.),  Becker.

 

Call  763-275-0110.

 

 

- 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.

 

 

- Become free from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits.  Women’s group meets Monday’s at 7 at Riverside Church.  

For information, call 763-263-2410 or visit www.myriversidechurch.com/supportgroups.

 

 

– is a weekly support group designed to help adults recovering from separation or divorce face their challenges and move toward rebuilding their life.  Join anytime Mondays at  6:30 p.m. at Riverside Church.  

 

Contact Judy at 763-263-2410 or www.myriversidechurch.com/supportgroups for information and to register.

 

Becker-Big Lake Hockey - Kids +  Floor Hockey=Fun 

 

– For grades K-5, will be held at the Becker High School Field House April 10, 15, 17, 22, 24 and 29; May 1 - 6, 6-7 p.m. 

Open to boys and girls in Becker, Big Lake and surrounding communities. Cost is $40. 

 

You can sign up through Becker Community Ed at www.becker.k12.mn.us or call 763-261-4506. Equipment provided by BBL Hockey.

Becker PTSA Meeting  

 

-Want to learn more about what is happening in your child's school? Consider getting involved with PTSA and help make a difference in our schools. 

 

We are currently looking for individuals interested in committing 2-3 hours each month. With the number of budget requests that have been received, it is imperative that we receive input from parents, students, staff and community members as we consider each request.

 

Plan to attend the next meeting Mon., April 7 at 3:10 p.m. at the Intermediate Media Center. Discussion will be upcoming events, fundraising ideas, volunteer opportunities, student enrichment and more. 

 

Have an idea? Bring it to the table to share. Meetings are open to members and non-members, parents, school staff and students of all ages. Visit our website http://beckerptsa@weebly.com or email ptsa@isd72.

 

Becker Schools  2014-2015 Calendar Early Bird Sale

-The Becker PTSA announces the calendar will be back again next year showcasing Becker student’s artwork and photos of students.

 

Calendars are available to purchase online on the Becker Schools website-www.becker.k12.mn.us for the early bird price of $8, after June 6, the price is $10 each. Calendars will be available for pickup by July 10, 2014. For details, check out the Becker PTSA website http://beckerptsa@weebly.com

 

 

-The Clear Lake Lioness are hosting a special spring group meeting for the Lioness Clubs from Big Lake and Montrose, MN. It will be held at Rejoice Lutheran Church in Clearwater, Tues. evening, April 29. 

 

Our next regular Mon. meeting will be held end of May at Nelson Brothers Restaurant in Clearwater, 6:30 p.m. dinner with meeting to follow. For more information call: Sue 320-743-3534 or Linda 763-260-8858.

 

 

 -to provide legal services for seniors in Sherburne County. 

 

The St. Cloud office of Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid has recieved a grant of Older Americans Act funds from the Central Minnesota Council on Aging to provide legal services for seniors residing in Sherburne County. The funds will be used to provide legal advice, counseling and representation in court and administrative hearings. There is no cost for these services.

 

If you are 60 years or older and reside in Sherburne County, you can get help with legal proplems involving Medicare, Social Security, eviction or other housing problems, public benefits, such as medical assistance, food support and fuel assistance, family law issues, including domestic abuse and income maintenance, nursing home problems, home care services, power of attorney, health care directives and debt collection. No help is provided for criminal matters, wills, estate planning, or real estate transactions.

 

Appointments are held at Guardian Oaks Apartments in Elk River, and can be scheduled by calling 763-241-4430. Appointments are also held at the Monticello Senior Center in Monticello, and can be scheduled by calling 763-295-2000. Additionally, seniors can call the St.

 

Cloud office of Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid toll free at 1-888-360-2889.

 

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid accepts contributions for the legal services, but contributions are not required to receive legal help.

 

Faith Lutheran Bus Trip

 

 -leaving from Faith Lutheran on Sept. 19-29 for Grand Canyon/Las Vegas Petrified forest and Zion National Park. Pick up flyer at Faith or call Judy 763-261-4950. 

 

2014 Becker Youth Sports Association Annual Meeting

 

-The 2014 BYSA Annual Meeting will be held on Fri., May 2 at Gily’s Bar and Grill.  The evening will begin at 5:30 pm with the meat raffle in the bar area.  The meeting will follow in the hall at 7 pm.  Representation from each of the sports under the umbrella is welcomed and anticipated. Please check the website for sport presentation items needed for the meeting.  Beckeryouthsports.org.

 

 

-Mondays 6 p.m., starting May 5. Join us Monday nights for a 3 mile run (longer routes available).  All levels welcome!  Ages 15+. We’ll kick off the first night with special guests and prizes! Questions, call Tracey Otto, BCC Fitness Coordinator 763-200-4271. 

 

 

-announces the selection of Pastor Dick Wehrs as interim pastor! He will begin his interim responsibilities on May 1 and serve until the call of a new permanent pastor. Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. with Sunday school at 10 a.m.

 

Becker Farmer’s Market

 

- May 16-October 17 (no market July 4) Fridays from 3-6 p.m. Community Center parking lot. 

 

Sherburne County  Horticultural Society

 

- is holding its annual plant sale on Saturday, May 10, 2014  from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 am at Big Lake Township Hall, Lion’s Park,  21960   C.R. 5  Big Lake, MN. Featuring perennials, annuals, bulbs, houseplants, herbs and more.

 

Master Gardeners  on  site to answer your questions!

 

 

- Thurs, May 8th, 3 p.m. We will reminiscing Sunday school including favorite songs and object lessons with Sue Parsons. Fellowship and refreshments. Tea is held at Becker Baptist Church, 11951 Hancock St. R.S.V.P. to Terri at 763-261-4202 by May 2nd.

 

 

- Monday, May 5, 3:10 pm, Intermediate School Media Center.

 

Want to learn more about what happening in your child's school? Consider getting involved with PTSA and help make a difference in our schools. We are currently looking for individuals interested in committing 2-3 hours each month, in order to ensure that the PTSA can continue to do what we have done these past couple years. We are also looking to fill various positions on the PTSA board and committee chair members. Please let us know if you are interested in becoming a part of this exciting organization. Please plan to attend our next meeting. Join us to discuss upcoming events, fundraising ideas, budget requests, volunteer opportunities, student enrichment and more.

 

Have an idea? Bring it to the table to share. Meetings are open to members and non-members, parents, school staff, and students of all ages.Feel free to visit our website 

 

http://beckerptsa@weebly.com or email us at ptsa@isd726.org.

 

 

 

-is May 5-9. The Becker PTSA would like to say, “thank you” to all of our Becker staff, for all of their hard work and dedication. We appreciate all that do, not just this week but all 52 weeks of the year!

 

Each day, name or names of Becker Staff will be drawn for a variety of prizes donated by local businesses. We are pleased that the students will have an opportunity to share in “celebrating staff”, as the winning individuals and what they have won are announced at the end of each school day.  

 

Prizes have been donated by the following businesses: Scheideman Chiropractic, Pizza Depot, Nix Bar & Grill, Monticello Movie Theatre, and Café Paws. Take time to say, “thank you” to a teacher..

 

Becker Schools  2014-2015 Calendar Early Bird Sale  

 

-The Becker PTSA is excited to announce that the calendar will be back again next year showcasing Becker student’s artwork and photos of Becker students. Calendars are available to purchase online on the Becker Schools Website-www.becker.k12.mn.us for the Early Bird Price of $8, after June 6, the price is $10 each. The calendars will be available for PICKUP by JULY 10, 2014. For additional details, check out the Becker PTSA website http://beckerptsa@weebly.com