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Area Events
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The Ada Legion and VFW Clubs are looking for volunteer help from the community to put out the “Avenue of Flags” at the Ada Cemetery Saturday, May 25th starting at 9:30 a.m. The youngest member in the organizations, is now 60 plus years old, with the vast majority of it’s’ members are in their 70’s and 80’s, so they don’t have much manpower left, to get the job done. There was an excellent turnout last year, and got the job done in an hour and a half. They are also looking for volunteer help on Monday evening, May 27th at 6:30 p.m., to help get the flags off. This would be a great way to show your appreciation to those departed veterans that served this great country of ours
University of Minnesota Extension will be holding an Ag Lender Update Conference in Moorhead on Wednesday, May 29, 2013. The meeting will address concerns about farm profitability during times of high market volatility and other current farmer/lender issues. Topics included are planning for profit and why a written plan is needed. The session will address producer concerns regarding defending their land base, ideas for negotiating land rent contracts, and tips for success. Addressing changes in agriculture will be covered including a look at the economics of adding tile drainage on rented land, and also ideas for farm transition, including machinery sharing and transfer.
For additional information on the conference and to receive a registration form contact U of M Extension educator Bill Craig at 218-281-8692 or email craig030@umn.edu.
The Norman County Relay For Life will be held on Friday, May 31, from 6pm to midnight at the Ada-Borup high school track. If you are interested in initiating a team or joining a team, contact Joyce Anderson or Erin Stoltman.
The Lake Region Writers Network wants your best poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction for it’s annual publication, Lake Region Review 3. The submission deadline is June 1, 2013. The Lake Region Writers Network is a volunteer organization that cultivates writers and celebrates fine writing from and about rural Minnesota and the eastern Dakotas. Guidelines and submission information are available on the Network’s website: www.lakeregionwriters.net.
Lake Region Review #3 will be released in early October, 2013 at the Network’s Fall Writers Conference held at M-State, Fergus Falls. It will be distributed to all public libraries in the region and for sale in local independent book stores as well as local art fairs and reading events throughout the year.
Mahnomen County Sheriff's Office Canine Unit is currently seeking help in donations to replace the current K-9. Hondo was recently diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Due to this he will be retiring out of service. The Sheriff's Office is looking to keep a very important program continuing in Mahnomen County to serve and protect the citizens. The cost is approxmately $20,000 for the purchase of the dog and training. Any donations can be made out to the Mahnomen County Sheriff's Office Canine Fund and be brought to the Sheriff's Office.
Bejou Community Club 5K Fun Run/Walk to benefit the Sanford Children's Hospital (part of the Children's Miracle Network) will take place Saturday, June 8th. Registration begins at 8:00am with the 1K Kids' Fun Run at 9:00am and the 5K Run/Walk at 9:30am. Race begins by the Bejou Post Office. For questions or to receive a registration form, contact the Bejou Community Club via email: bejoucommunityclub@live.com
KRJB’S 22nd ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT will be held on SATURDAY JUNE 8TH at the Heart of the Valley Golf Course in Ada. Click Here for more information.
The 54th annual Hawley Rodeo Fest will be held June 1st-8th.
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The Flom & Area Lions group is offering the full 8 hour AARP 55 Alive course June 17th and 18th at the Aspelund Lutheran Church basement starting 5:00 pm both evenings. A simple meal will be provided. There needs to be the minimum of 15 people to host the event. The cost is $12.50 for AARP members and $15.00 for non members. Bring your AARP card if you are an enrolled member. To pre-register call the Flom Cafe 567-8585, Peg 567-8573, or Deb at 567-8231. The training registration list will be based on first come first served bases. So call early!
The course provides research-based information to help older drivers update their driving knowledge and skills. Most importantly the curriculum provides opportunity for you to identify your own individual problem areas and apply the strategies and techniques necessary to improve your present driving behavior. Another great advantage is on completing the course, many insurance companies offer an insurance discount. You can check this out with your insurance company.
The Norman County Fair 5K Run/Walk will be held on Thursday, June 20th, 7pm at the Ada-Borup High School Track. Click Here for more information.
Borup’s 125th Celebration Street Dance will be on July 13, with music by Q5. To have an entry in the parade, contact Arlen Carlsrud or Myron Pallum.
An ATV Youth Safety Training Class will be held at the Detroit Lakes VFW. Registration on Thursday, September 6, 2013. The class from 6-7pm on Saturday, September 15th. For more information, call Gary at 847-4868.
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