Friends of the Becker Library

The friends of the Becker Library will meet Tues., Aug. 16 at 1 p.m. in the Becker Library. Topics for discussion will include the October book sale.

 

Sun., Aug. 28, Sun. mass  at 10 a.m. Pork chop dinner is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Quilt auction is at 2 p.m. and grand raffle drawing is about 4 p.m. There will be a country store featuring fresh produce for sale, food both, cake walk, Bingo, craft booths, pop and beer, games for children and adults, inflatable and games with Father. Call the church for more info 320-558-2124.

 

Becker Chamber at the Commerce Bowl-Off

The Becker Chamber is parnering with the Big Lake and Monticello Chambers for the first Bowl-Off Challenge, Thurs., Aug. 25. The first 8 to respond will be team participants (team t-shirts provided), but would also appreciate a cheering section. Plus, we are also asking for 7 sponsors. For more information call Lynette Brannen at 763-262-2420 or email chamber@beckerchamber.org

 

St. Cloud Area Parkinson's Disease (PD) Support Group meets the third Monday of each month from 1-2:30 p.m. at the St. Cloud Library. There is no cost to attend. For more information, call Independent Lifestyles at 320-529-9000. Reduced cost Tae Guk Kwon Do on Fri., 3-4 p.m. at ILICIL, Independent Lifestyles (215 N. Benton Dr., Sauk Rapids). Call Scott Ridlon at 320-267-7717 or come on Fri. for your free 1 month introduction classes; wear loose clothing and bring your water bottle.  Everyone is welcome to attend. “Nordic Walking” presented by Linda Lemke starting at 9-10 am by the granite fountains at Lake George.  Poles, fitting, instructions, and good conversation provided. This is a free group and everyone is welcome to attend. Call 952-475-0891.

 

Will be on Thurs., Aug. 18, at Rejoice Lutheran Church, Clearwater, freewill donation for lunch. Card playing begins at 10:30 a.m.. along with the new craze of “Coloring for Adults,” lead by Gail Bradford. Bring your colored pencils and pictures, or some will be available for you to use.   This month we will play “White Elephant Bingo.” Come and join us for a day of fun and fellowship. Reservations are encouraged, call Rejoice at 320-558-6851 or email rejoice@rejoicelutheranchurch.org.

 

Upcoming Activities at Annandale Public Library

Sunshine Storytime, Tues., Aug. 16, 10-11 a.m. Children ages 3-8 are invited 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Enjoy stories, songs and a fun craft. Attendance is limited and preregistration is required. Yu-Gi-Oh, Wed., Aug. 17, beginning at 2:30 p.m. Teens ages 13-17 are invited to enjoy an afternoon playing Yu-Gi-Oh An experienced player will be available to help you learn this fun card game and prepare you for a Fall Yu-Gi-Oh tournament. Bring your decks. All playing cards must follow current ban list. The attendance limit is 12. Call to register or walk-in and join the fun.

For more information, contact the Annandale library at 320-274-8448.