Becker Legion And Auxiliary Meeting Day Change 

–Has changed to the third Tuesday of every month at 8 p.m.

 

Sons of the American Legion

 

Becker Sons of the American Legion Squadron 193

 -Meets the second Tues. 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.

 

 -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.

 

–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. 

 

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 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.

 

-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. 

 

-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 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.

 

-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.

 

 -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.

 

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.

 

 -Please join us as Dr. Pat will be speaking at the Glendorado Country Church  on Sun. Oct. 11 during both the Sunday School hour at 9:30 a.m. adn for morning worship at 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 16999 Glendorado Rd. Foley. For more information call Eileen at 763-856-0505.

 

 -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. 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.

 

Memory Loss and Prevention

-Tues. Sept. 29 from 2-4 p.m. ACT on Alzheimer’s will be hosting a free community enducation event. Please join us at the Becker Community Center for presentations by Mark Reese, MA/LMFT/Families and Long Term Care Research Studies Counselor. The 2 p.m. presentation features “Alheimer’s Disease-What it is and what can be done” and the 3 p.m. presentation is titled “Caregiving Stress-Sprint or Marathon?”

 

 -will be holding an information meeting Tues. Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. at the PAC at Becker High School. All parents of middle and high school students involved in the performing arts are invited and encouraged to attend. Fundraising and planning for productions will be discussed. Please plan on joining us.

 

Becker Fire Dept. Open House

 -Sat. Oct. 10 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fire prevention handouts, truck rides, blow-up castle and North Memorial Air Ambulance will arrive at 10:30 a.m. Free coffee and donuts.

 

The October meeting Book Club will be held Thurs., Oct. 1, 6:30 p.m. at the Sherburne History Center in Becker. This month’s selection is Hot Dish Heaven by Jeanne Cooney. The SHC Book Club meets monthly to discuss books by Minnesota authors or of local history interest. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome. For more information, call  the center 763-261-4433 or visit our website at www.sherburnehistotycenter.org. 

 

Chancellor’s Quartet Concert

 -will present a concert at Becker Baptist Church Sun., Sept. 27 at 6 p.m. Come enjoy great Southern Gospel music! A free will offering will be received.

 

 -will take place Oct. 18 from 9-11 a.m. Meet at Lakeside Park in Big Lake and disperse to the different locations after coffee and light breakfast. Check the SWCD website for more details or contact Frances Gerde for more information! 763-241-1170 ext. 4 or fgerde@sherburneswcd.org.

 

2015 Volunteer Opportunity Expo

 -sponsored by Volunteer Bridge, will be held on Wednesday, October 7 from 3-6 PM at Lions Park Center, 1104 Lions Park Drive, Elk River.  The Expo is an opportunity to meet representatives from local organizations that depend on volunteers to meet their missions.  Potential volunteers can explore the variety of ways to serve the community as a volunteer and find an experience which fits their own passions, skills and schedule. Everyone is welcome. For more information 763-635-4505. RSVP@ci.stcloud.mn.us

 

Financial Peace University

 -is a life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money. You'll be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace! Class begins Tues., Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. For more information and to register, visit the website at www.myriversidechurch.com/fpu.

 

 -Sat., Oct. 3, 10 am - 3pm. Our annual celebration of wildlife, begin-ning with a 5K run/walk through the refuge. Featuring author and wildlife photographer, Stan Tekiela, live birds, horse drawn wagon rides, nature crafts, bird education, wildlife discovery, Eagle’s Nest Nature Store, silent auction and food. Small fee for 5K and food. All oth-er activities free. Classroom site on Old Schoolhouse Road south side of CR 9.