Becker Legion And Auxiliary Meeting Day Change
–Has changed to the third Tuesday of every month at 8 p.m.
Becker Sons of the American Legion Squadron 193
-Meets the second Weds. of each month at 7pm at Becker Legion (old fire hall). We are looking for new members. Any questions, call Commander John Fischbach (320) 249-0579.
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.
Knitting/Crochet Night
–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.
Becker Lions Collecting Items To Recycle
–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.
Becker AA Meeting
-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
Big Lake AA Meetings
–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.
Wellness And Weight Loss Support Group
– 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.
Horseshoe Pitching
-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.
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.
Becker Running Club
-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 and coping mechanisms” are discussed each “Third Thursday”, a 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 church background; no pre-registration is required. For more information, call the church office.
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.
Moms In Prayer
-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.
Rivers of Hope
-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.
Youth Floor Hockey
-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.becker.k12.mn.us under the community Education tab.
Becker Farmers Market
-Fridays, 3-6 p.m., from May 15-Oct. 16. Contact the Community Center at 763-200-4271 for more information.
Friends of the Library Looking for Books
-Friends of the Becker Library are looking for gently used books, compact discs, computer software and games, DVDs for their book and media sale Oct. 7-10 at the Becker Community Center. Donations of the above would be appreciated and can be left at the library during library hours any day prior to the sale. No text books, damaged books or magazines should be included in your donation.
Celebrate Recovery for Women
-Become free from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. By working through the 8 recovery principles found in the Beatitudes, and inviting Jesus Christ into your life you can and will change! You will begin to experience the true peace and serenity you have been seeking and you will no longer have to rely on dysfunctional, compulsive and addictive behaviors as a temporary “fix” for your pain. Group meets Mondays at 6:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 14 at Riverside Church. For more info, call 763-263-2410 or visit www.myriversidechurch.com/caregroups.
DivorceCare
-is a weekly support group designed to help those recovering from separation or divorce and face the challenges and move toward rebuilding their life. Join us anytime on Mondays from 6:30-8 p.m. at Riverside Church starting Sept. 14. For more information and to register for the next session, visit www.myriversidechurch.com/divorcecare.
Becker Baptist AWANA Program
-Registration is now starting. The AWANA program, which runs Wed. nights Sept. 16-May 4, from 6:30-8 p.m. at Becker Baptist Church, is a systematic approach to studying God's word for children in Pre-K through 4th grade. With small group interaction, high-energy games and deepening friendships, kids have a blast! To find out more about the program or our other ministries call 763-261-4202 or www.becker baptist.org.
St. Cloud Area Job Fair
-Tues., Sept. 22 has been set as the date for the 19th annual St. Cloud Area Job Fair 2015. The job fair will be held at Rivers’ Edge Convention Center and is scheduled to run from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sponsored by Minnesota WorkForce Center/Job Service and Central Minnesota Society for Human Resource Management (CMSHRM) the job fair is free to the public and offers an excellent opportunity for numerous employers and job seekers to meet at one location. If you would like more information, please call a WorkForce Center/Job Service representative at 320-308-2929.
Quilting Program
-presented by Pieceful Hearts Quilt Club and the Hearts and Hands Quilt Guild. Gudren Erla of GE Designs will demonstrate her new stripology ruler and present a collection of her quilts. This is a free event Mon., Sept. 21 from 7-9 p.m. at the Becker Baptist Church.
Alpaca Farm Tour
-at Hollyhock Farms in Becker Sat., Sept. 26 and Sun., Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sherco Fall Archery Hunt
-Xcel Energy and Sherco Management announce a limited number of permits will be available to members of the general public for the 2015 MN deer archery season. Applications will be available for you to pick up at the Becker City Hall, Civic Center and Sherburne County History center, starting Tues., Sept. 15. Due to the limited number of applications, please be aware that only one application can be picked up by a single individual at any given time. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older and without a DNR violation in the past 5 years. Applications deadline is Thurs., Sept. 24. Selected applicants will be required to attend (no exceptions) one of two mandatory informational meetings on Oct. 7 and 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m. More info will be contained in the application and acceptance letter.
First Presbyterian Church of Foley Fall Festival
-Wed., Sept. 23. There will be a chicken and rib dinner from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Henry’s Banquet Center. In addition to the dinner there will also be a bake sale, marketplace, recycled jewelry sale and a silent auction starting at 4 p.m. or more information contact the Presbyterian Church at 320-968-7928 or 320-828-1297.
Fitness Workshop
-Becker Community Center and NETA, a non-profit fitness professional association, are co-sponsoring the following nationally-recognized workshops: Group Exercise Certification, Sat., Sept. 26 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Kettlebell Specialty Certification, Sun., Sept. 27 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Space is limited. To register: Call 800-237-6242 or at www.netafit.org.
Glendorado Lutheran Church Rummage Sale
-Thurs., Sept. 24, 8-6 p.m. and Fri., Sept. 25, 8-1 p.m. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, stay to shop. 1100 186th Ave NE, Princeton.
Clear Lake Lioness Club
-will meet Mon., Sept. 28 at Nelson Brothers Restaurant in Clearwater, 6:30 p.m. dinner with meeting to follow. Come see what the Lioness Club is all about. New members welcome. For more information call Sue 320-743-3534 or Linda 763-260-8858.
Law Enforcement Open House
-Wed., Sept. 23, 4:30-7 p.m. at the Sherburne Co. Sheriff’s Office. Free admission, refreshments and fun for all. Attractions include boat and water, mock crime scene, dispatch information drug task force, K-9 demonstration, mounted patrol, range and training center tour and lots more. If inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.
Becker Schools Fundraiser
-PTSA Becker Schools Fall Fundraiser for the Primary, Intermediate, Middle School and 9th grade, will kick off Sept. 23. We are partnering with Club's Choice. They feature quality gift items, wrapping paper, magazines, great variety of pizza, breads, cheesecakes, and cookies. Students and families will be selling through Oct. 12. Approx. 50% of the purchase total is profit that goes to Becker Schools. Delivery will be Nov. 12 at the Becker Baptist Church from 2-7 p.m. In lieu of ordering, donations can be made with 100% of the proceeds going directly to your child's school. Direct questions to PTSA at ptsa@isd726.org
Becker PTSA Meeting
-The first PTSA meeting will be Mon., Sept., 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Primary School, room 107. We will share exciting news about events/projects planned for this upcoming school year. Plan to come and get connected. For agenda or questions email PTSA President, Ann areolson@sherbtel.net Check out our website to read minutes from our June meeting, which include discussion regarding the upcoming referendum. Register as a PTSA voting member to enter to win a $50 Visa card. If you are interested, please fill in the attached membership form and return to your child’s school or check out our websitehttp://beckerptsa.weebly.com.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
-The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting residents to unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association St. Cloud Walk to End Alzheimer’s, taking place on Sept. 26 at Lake George Municipal Park. To start or join a team today, visit the Alzheimer’s Association alz.org/walk.
Rake the Town & Gather ‘Round
-will be held Fri. Oct. 30, Sat. Oct. 31 and Sun. Nov. 1. Groups can start raking at whatever time works best for them; most usually start in the morning. Some work all day, while others choose to work in three or four hour blocks. Most groups travel no further than 10 miles from their home community. Groups would need to provide trucks, trailers; rakes, tarps and gloves, leaf blowers are optional (but valuable). We ask the homeowner provide lawn bags if needed. We will also provide information on the local composite sites. The other side of this great day is called the “Gather ‘Round.” This is a free meal that is prepared and served by a special group of volunteers just for you and homeowners. The meal begins around 11 a.m. for groups that start raking early, and is served all day until the last groups come through. This year’s Gather Round sites will be located at Grace Lutheran Church in Becker, Resurrection Lutheran Church in Monticello and The United Methodist Church in Elk River. Please share this information with your youth and adult leaders, friends, family and neighbors. And if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at Faith in Action 763-263-4277.
