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

 

- 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. 

 

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.

 

 -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.

 

Becker Farmer’s Market

 - is held in the Becker Community Center parking lot on Friday afternoons, 3 - 6 p.m. May 16 - Oct. 17 (no market on July 4). Vendors wishing to participate call 763-200-4271.

 

Becker PTSA Email List

-If you would like to be added to our PTSA email list, we send out 1-2 emails per month to provide information on upcoming happenings email Ann areolson@sherbtel.net

 

Becker Schools  2014-2015 Calendar Early Bird Sale

 Just a few weeks left! The Becker PTSA is excited to announce 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. Calendars will be available for PICKUP by JULY 10, 2014. For additional details, check out the Becker PTSA website http://beckerptsa@weebly.com

 

Clear Lake  Lioness Club

-Our next meeting is June 23 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.

 

Snake River Church Midsummer Service

-Snake River Church invites you to its annual Midsummer Worship Service, Sat., June 28 at 11 a.m. Potluck and auction will follow worship. For more infomation call Barb 763-263-7950.

 

 -will be accepting donations for our annual blessing tent. To set up a time to drop off items, call 763-261-2092 or by emailing revgbass@gmail.com.

 

 -are going to Pizza Ranch in Monticello, July 8, 11:30. 

 

 -is having a “Get to know your candidate” event at Michael’s Restaurant, 510 S. Hwy. 10, St. Cloud, Mon., June 30. All welcome, no charge. 

 

Upcoming Programs at Becker Public Library

-Minnesota’s Animal Tracks – June 24

The Becker Public Library invites children of all ages to a presentation on Minnesota’s Animal Tracks on Tuesday, June 24, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Instructors from St. John’s Outdoor University will provide information about animal tracks, and each participant will make a personal field guide of Minnesota animal tracks to take home. This program is sponsored in part by Becker Friends of the Library. Space is limited.

 

Storytimes – June 24

The Becker Public Library will have a Storytime for preschoolers and toddlers on Tuesdays, June 17 and 24, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join the fun and enjoy singing, reading stories and doing crafts.

 

Summer Explorers Kids Club – June 24

School age children are invited to Summer Explorers Kids Club at the Becker Public Library on Tuesdays, June 17 and 24, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. This storytime for children ages 7 to 12 will include stories, a craft and an easy science experiment.

 

Upcoming Programs at Clearwater Public Library

Summer Reading Storytimes – June 24

The Clearwater Public Library will have Summer Reading Program storytimes for children of all ages on Tuesday June 24, 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. These storytimes will include stories and fun activities that explore science.

 

Fancy Nancy Tea Party – June 25

Children ages 5 to 9 are invited to a Fancy Nancy Tea Party at the Clearwater Public Library on Wednesday, June 25, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy stories, crafts and a sip of tea!

 

Memory Writing Group – June 26

The Memory Writing group for adults and teens at the Clearwater Public Library will meet on Thursday, June 26, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. This is an informal group that meets to talk about how to record life stories begging to be preserved and shared. No writing experience necessary. 

 

Saturday, July 5, 10am to 12pm. Meet your guide at Oak Savanna Trail for a guided butterfly tour. Beginning of the Prairie’s Edge Wildlife Drive on CR 5. Most of our tours and activites are family-oriented and free! Pre-registration is requested. Contact refuge for details. 763-389-3323 or sherburne@fws.gov