–Has changed to the third Tuesday 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.

 

–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.For more information, call the church office at (763) 261-5751.

 

Momentum at The Hub

 -is open every Wed. night from 3:30-6:30 p.m. for all Midadle 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.

 

Becker Food Shelf Hours Change

-will be 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.

 

Santiago Lions Members

-Men and women are wanted for Lion members. Meetings are held 7 p.m. second and fourth Tues. at Bailey Rays, Santiago. Call Donna Pozorsla for details 763-856-8474.

 

Santiago Lions Volunteers

 -are looking for volunteers to manage and coach Lions softball and t-ball teams. Call Donna 763-856-8474.

 

-Come experience God's peace and hope when you pray along side other moms. "Moms In Prayer International" formerly "Moms In Touch" 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 about Moms in Prayer International. 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. Rivers of Hope, working in partnerships with schools, law enforcement, social service agencies and the court system has been serving communities in Sherburne and Wright counties since 1989. Contact us at 763-295-3433 or 1-800-439-2642 email: info@riversofhope. org. Free and confidential. Phones answered 24/7.

 

Becker Boy Scout Pack 92

-hosts a cardboard and paper recycling drive. Bring all of your unwanted paper and cardboard recyclables to the dumpsters located between the Hardware Store and Food Pride from 9am-12n on the first Saturday of every month and a friendly scout will help you unload your unwanted paper/cardboard items. The proceeds of these paper drives helps the scouts earn money to attend camp.

 

-Becker Big Lake Hockey Association is excited to bring back floor hockey to boys and girls grades K-5. To register call 763-261-4506 or online at www.beckerk12.mn.us under the community Education tab.

 

 -only one week left to save $2! Calendars are available to purchase online at Becker Schools website  at www.becker.k12.mn.us, through payschools until  June 5 at for the early bird price of $8, after June 5, the price is $10 each. The calendars will be available for pick up after Aug 3 and also at the school open house & assessment days. For additional details, check out the Becker PTSA website http://beckerptsa@weebly.com.

 

Last PTSA Meeting Referendum Discussion

-This Monday. June 1-4 p.m. at the HUB, 11952 Hancock St. (Note the time and location change) plan to stop in at our last monthly PTSA meeting for this school year. We will touch on plans for next year including the PTSA Budget and events. We will be addressing the upcoming levy we will be voting on this coming November. We will be looking at the questions that will be on the ballet and what they mean to our school district. Questions contact Ann Olson at areolson@sherbtel.net.

 

 -Tuesday June 2, 6:30 p.m. Plan to stop in at our last monthly PTSA meeting of the school year in the Intermediate School Media Center. For agenda, questions or to be added to our PTSA Email list, email Ann at areolson@sherbtel.net.

 

-This family friendly glow run will be held at dusk, 8:30 p.m., Sat., June 6. Live music, snacks and prizes to follow the event. For more information or to register visit the website:  glowthedistance.weebly.com

 

Private Movie Screening

 -of Glen Campbell I’ll be Me on Sun. June 14 at 7 p.m. Reception at 6, before the movie. RSVP to 763-267-8806 or email TamiKolbinger@gsc-mn.org. Tickets are complimentary, space is limited.

 

 -June 8 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the North Commons of Becker High School. This blood drive is open to the public. If you are interested in donating, sign up for a time slot on the American Red Cross Website (www.redcrossblood.org). Depending on the amount of donations, seniors are given scholarships from the American Red Cross for their future college years. 

 

-Friends of the Sherburne History Center are having the first Local Roots Plant Sale. The sale will be held in the parking lot of the Sherburne History Center, 10775 27th Ave SE, Becker. Bring a flowerpot, we’ll fill it up! For more information, call the Sherburne History Center at 763-261-4433 or or visit our website at www.sherburnehistorycenter.org.

 

KIDZLAB debuts at Becker Baptist

-for students who have completed 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade, June 9-11, 9-11:30 a.m.  Join Dr. W. and friends for three days of hands-on adventure in one of five LABZ (woodworking, photography, drama, baking, bike maintenance & repair), space is limited. Details and registration/waiver forms available at beckerbaptist .org/children/summer-ministry.

 

“Fun with Water” Primary Day Camp

-at Becker Baptist Church for students K-2nd grade (completed), June 16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The day will include Bible stories, crafts, music, activities/games, snacks and lunch. This event is free. Details and registration/waiver forms and online registration available at beckerbaptist .org/children/summer-ministry.

 

BASC / Meals on Wheels Looking for Summer Volunteers

-help is needed packing and serving lunches as well as driving routes. Super easy and fun! Please contact Nancy at 763-261-4466 and leave a message with your availability.

 

 -are meeting at Jimmy’s Pizza in Becker on June 2, eat at 11:30 a.m.

 

Snake River Hymn Sing

-Snake River Church hymn sing will be Sun., June 14 at 4:30. Hymn sings are held the second Sunday of the month. If questions call Barb 763-263-7950.

 

Santiago Lions Volunteers

 - Briggs Chain Association General Meeting on Sat. June 13 for all members. Annual Picnic and Band Concert from 10 a.m.-12 noon at Palmer Park. Lunch and beverages will be provided. Please bring your own lawn chairs for the concert.

 

Duelm Lions Club Grilled Pork Chop Dinner

 -Wed. June 10, 4-8 p.m. at Jack and Jim’s Event Center, Duelm. Meat raffle, silent auction games for Children. Presale tickets available at Jack & Jims’s.

 

Becker Farmers Market

- Fridays, 3-6 p.m., from May 15-Oct. 16. Contact the Community Center at 763-200-4271 for more information.