Month: October 2023

The Northwest Regional Correction Center reported the arrest of the following-

Steven Lee Bonham, 38, of Red Lake Falls, for disorderly conduct.

Brandon Daniel Kihne, 25, of Crookston, for second-degree DUI with two or more aggravating factors.

Desiree Lynn Vacura, 36, of East Grand Forks, for third-degree DUI.

The Crookston Fire Department (CFD) responded to the following calls over the weekend –

10/28/2023

At 2:03 p.m., the CFD responded to the 900 block of Fairfax Ave for a report of a porta-potty on fire. Upon arrival, the fire had spread to multiple porta-potties. The CFD was able to extinguish the fire. Once the area was deemed safe, the CFD turned over control to the Crookston Police Department and cleared the scene. This fire is still under investigation.

10/30/2023

At 3:18 a.m., the CFD responded to the 200 block of State St. for a report of a Carbon Monoxide detector activation. Upon arrival, the CFD used gas monitoring tools, and no Carbon Monoxide was found. It was determined to be an old detector. The CFD informed the homeowner to replace the detector and then cleared the scene.

At 4:07 a.m., the CFD responded to the 300 block of S Minnesota St. for a report of a smoke detector activation. Upon arrival, the CFD investigated, and no danger was found. It was determined to be a faulty detector. The CFD turned over control to staff and cleared the scene.

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Crookston Home-Delivered meals will be provided by the Tri-Valley Opportunity until Friday, November 3.

There will be no school for Crookston students in grades 6-12 today due to staff development and Parent/Teacher conferences from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have $8 burger baskets tonight from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The Crookston Concert Choir will be attending the 63rd annual Fall Chorale Festival in East Grand Forks today. The Bus loads CHS at 11 a.m. and leaves at 11:15 a.m. The concert will start at 7:00 p.m. Admission is $4 for Adults and $2 for students.  

The Golden Link Senior Center will have a Lion’s Club meeting and lunch today starting at 12:00 p.m., followed by a Sit, Stand, and Dance class at 2:00 p.m.

Adults and teens are invited to join the Fertile Public Library for a needle felting class appropriate for people of all experience levels. All supplies and instructions will be provided to create a needle-felted three-dimensional acorn. Those with their own needle felting tools are welcome to bring them. The class will be held on Tuesday, October 31, from 1-3 p.m. at the Fertile Public Library, 101 Mill St. S. All programs are offered free of charge. 

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Dan Erdman from American Federal Bank as their guest speaker on Tuesday, October 31, starting at 10:00 a.m. Dan will be talking about risk investments.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards Group on Tuesday, October 31, starting at 1:00 p.m., followed by SAIL at 2:30 p.m.

The Limited Addition Gift Shop, located inside the main east entrance of RiverView Health, is having a Halloween Sale.  Enjoy 30% off all Halloween items until Tuesday, October 31, 9:00-4:00 p.m.

Join the Crookston Public Library on Tuesday, October 31, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. to create your own Halloween Mask.

The Crookston V.F.W. Post 1902 is having its annual Patriot’s Pen Youth Essay competition. Students in grades 6-8 can compose a 300-to-400-word patriotic-themed essay on the theme “How are you inspired by America”  and submit it to the Crookston V.F.W. Deadline is October 31. For more information, call VFW Auxiliary Chairman Pam Delage at 218-415-1615 or email pdelage@outlook.com

The Crookston V.F.W. Post 1902 is kicking off this year’s V.F.W.’s Voice of Democracy Scholarship competition. Students must write and record a three-to-five-minute essay on the selected theme of “What are the greatest attributes of our Democracy.”  Students should record on an audio CD or flash drive and then send their recordings, typed essay, and completed entry form to the V.F.W. by October 31. Interested students and teachers should contact VFW Auxiliary Chairman Pam Delage at 218-415-1615 or pdelage@outlook.com for more information.

Hugo’s Family Marketplace will be handing out Halloween treats to trick-or-treaters on Halloween, October 31, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.  There will be treats in every department.

The Crookston Eagles Club will host a FREE Halloween Party for children ages 12 and under on Tuesday, October 31, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. There will be games, prizes, hot dogs, and drinks.

The Grand Theatre’s 11^th Annual Free Halloween Movies will be on Tuesday, October 31, with a family movie at 7:00 p.m. and a scary movie at 9:30 p.m. They will have Halloween specials and a costume contest with prizes.

The CHS Leo Club and Crookston Police Department Drive by Halloween Night Food Drive will be held Tuesday, October 31, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Crookston High School west parking lot. Drop off your canned goods for Care and Share Center Food Shelf, and each child will receive a bag of candy. If you are unable to drive by, call Linda Morgan at 281-2144 or Darin Selzer at 281-3111, and they will pick it up at your doorstep. The Leos will also be out in the community collecting canned goods, they will be wearing a LEO button.

The McIntosh Public Library will hold a Genealogy 101 Workshop on Wednesday, November 1, at 2:00 p.m. You will learn how to explore three huge genealogy databases, including Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online, and Family Search. This program is offered free of charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Dart League on Wednesday, November 1, starting at 7:00 p.m., followed by UMC Swing Dance Lessons starting at 8:00 p.m. Swing Dance Lessons are free for UMC students and $5 for others.

RiverView Health four four-hour First Aid Class will be on Thursday, November 2, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. The cost of the class is $55. You must pay in advance to save your spot.  To register or for more information, call 281-9536. No walk-ins will be accepted.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Thursday, November 2, starting at 6:30 p.m. The kitchen will serve baskets.

The Crookston High School Band and Orchestra will host their Fall concert on Thursday, November 2, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Friday, November 3, starting at 6:30 p.m. The kitchen will serve baskets.

The Crookston Eagles Club will have Bar Bingo on Saturday, November 4, starting at 2:00 p.m.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have a Soup and Sandwich Craft Sale on Saturday, November 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You can reserve your table now or get more information by calling 281-3072.

Crookston Community Education will host a Childcare Training Course for ages 11 to 13 on Saturday, November 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Washington School Cafeteria. The fee is $17 and includes a book, handouts, and a pizza lunch. Learn how to care for young children from a childcare expert, a nurse, and a firefighter. Linda Morgan and CHS Leo Club members will guide you through this course. Call 281-5078 to register.

Come enjoy an inspiring afternoon of Hope “Tikvah,” a ladies’ event, on Saturday, November 4, at 2:00 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church at 701 Eickhof Blvd in Crookston. Listen to Rachel (Sanders) Laudner as she shared her journey to Tikvah ( a heavenly hope)—refreshments to follow. If you have questions, call 218-289-0263.

There will be a PAC meeting at Crookston High School on Thursday, November 6, starting at 7:00 p.m.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Hayley Solheim from Choice Therapy as their guest speaker on Tuesday, November 7, starting at 10:00 a.m.

Crookston Parks & Rec Youth Figure Skating will start on Monday, November 7. Register online with Crookston Parks & Rec.

The Fertile Public Library will hold a Genealogy 101 Workshop on Wednesday, November 8, at 2:00 p.m. You will learn how to explore three huge genealogy databases, including Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online, and Family Search. This program is offered free of charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Riverview Health will have a Holiday Gift Shop Open House on Thursday, November 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the RiverView Conference Room.

RiverView Health is offering a CPR class on Thursday, November 9, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. The cost is $55 for those needing certification, and for those not needing certification, the class is free. To register, call 218-281-9536. No walk-ins will be allowed.

The Veterans Council Auxiliaries will have an 11 11 11 Ceremony on Saturday, November 11, at the Golden Link. A meatball lunch will be served after the ceremony.  All veterans are invited and can bring their spouses or one guest. Widowers of veterans are also invited. The meal is free to veterans and their guests. Registration is required, reserve by calling the Golden Link at 281-3072.

The Climax Public Library will hold a Genealogy 101 Workshop on Monday, November 13, at 7:00 p.m. You will learn how to explore three huge genealogy databases, including Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online, and Family Search. This program is offered free of charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

The Freedom Christian Academy will host a Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 505 Ward Avenue in Erskine. It’s a free-will donation. Please R.S.V.P. at 218-687-3733 or text 218-280-3137.

The application period is now open for the Lenertz Family Healthcare Scholarship and the Roger and Lois Samuelson Family Scholarship through the RiverView Foundation. Applications for the scholarships are due to the Foundation office by noon on Friday, November 17.  Guidelines and applications are available online at www.riverviewhealth.org/foundation/, by calling the Foundation office at 281-9249, emailing Foundation Director Randy Schoenborn at rschoenborn@riverviewhealth.org, or by stopping at the Foundation office located at 721 S. Minnesota Street, Crookston.

There will be an Open House celebration honoring Dennis & Mary Garry on their 60th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Nov 18, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Euclid. Gifts will not be necessary.

CONTINUING ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Crookston Squadron Civil Air Patrol meets every Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Call 218-281-3954 for more information.

The Care and Share of Crookston now accepts winter outerwear for men, women, and children. They accept coats, sweaters, sweatpants, hats, gloves, and boots. If you have any questions, call 218-281-2644.

Parents of children are invited to register their children for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program provides one book every month to your child from when you enroll until they turn five for FREE. The program is managed by Crookston Public School, and you can register at www.ImaginationLibrary.com.

The Crookston Care and Share is now accepting donations of Women’s, Men’s, and children’s clothing, toiletries, and other everyday items. Donations may be dropped off at the Care and Share Center at 220 East Third Street.

Pastor Chad Brucklacher will lead an 8-week study on the book of Matthew on Wednesday nights starting September 6 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For the kickoff, come at 5 p.m. for pizza and fellowship! This is open to adults of all ages. This will take place at 1214 University Avenue  (next door to Hugo’s)

The Crookston Public Library’s Books & Brews Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. at Drafts Sports Bar and Grill. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages. Appetizers are provided by the Friends of the Crookston Public Library; participants are responsible for the cost of their food and drinks. All are welcome.

The Crookston Public Library’s Reading by the Red Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages.

The Crookston Public Library will have StoryTime every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The Golden Link is serving noon lunch Monday through Friday.  All are welcome to dine in between the hours of 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Crookston Friends of the Library meet on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

The Crookston Library Board meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 5:15 p.m.

The Cove Youth Center in Crookston is open Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Students and parents should call ahead to check the availability of the youth center at 218-470-0149.

The Crookston Care and Share Center’s Donation and New Hope Food Shelf will be open every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and every Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to donate, call 218-277-0000.

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The Crookston School Board will meet on Monday, October 30 at 5:00 p.m. in the Crookston High School Choir/Orchestra room. The board met on October 23, but only three of the six board members were able to make it so they postponed the meeting to October 30. The meeting agenda is below.

The Consent agenda includes several personnel items, including the resignation of Jonathan Tweet as an aide at Highland School. The approval of employment of Ashley Bregier and Marisa Arriaga as paraprofessionals at Highland School, Marianne Isaacs as a full-time substitute teacher at Highland and Washington Schools, and Jeremy Harris as an evening custodian at the High School.
The board will be asked to add an assistant Boy’s Hockey and Girl’s Hockey coach, to accept a $2,200 donation from the Crookston Youth Soccer Association, and a $200 donation from Scott Buhler to the Boys Soccer program. They will also be asked to accept a $250 donation from Harbott, Knutson, Larson, and Holten PLLP for the Crookston High School Hall of Fame, and a donation of $9,380 from the Pirate Fine Arts Boosters (PFAB).

The main agenda has one item: approval of an application to the Minnesota State High School League Foundation.

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The Crookston Care and Share introduces Executive Director Carolina Alfonso as their newest member.

Alfonso, a Crookston native, spent fifteen years in Crookston before moving to New York for ten years. Once she came back to Minnesota, she attended UMC and received her bachelor’s degree in Communications and a minor in psychology; following her time at UMC, she went on to get a master’s degree from the University of North Dakota in counseling and therapy.

Previously, Alfonso had property management experience for fifteen years and found a passion for seeking housing for people in need. “I was able to utilize housing people in crisis,” said Alfonso, “Housing people facing homelessness, I was able to network with the community. The same network that I’m utilizing in this current position is a network that I’ve established prior in my other position.”

Alfonso has also worked in the therapy field, another one of her passions, especially when working with individuals struggling with their housing situations. She firmly believes that a fundamental human right is the ability to be housed. “This has allowed me to see the un-housed in a different perspective,” said Alfonso, “Everybody faces challenges, and how do we put names to faces to help the people in our community.”

Alfonso’s official start date as executive director was September 11 of this year. Alfonso said that since she started, there have been many things to learn in the field. Previous executive director of Care and Share, Jane Freeman, has been guiding and training Alfonso to get her acclimated into the position. Alfonso spoke about Freeman in high praise and is very thankful for her help during the training process.

“While Observing Jane, I’ve witnessed a strong and passionate woman,” said Alfonso, “She has taken her blood, sweat, and tears and poured it into the Care and Share. She’s done that for her employees; she has created a foundation where they can be stable and move to the next level, and we’re hoping we continue that trend with me in that position.”

When asked about her goals, Alfonso believes in building an environment where people facing challenges are comfortable coming and looking for help. “My goal is literally to create an environment that people can walk into that are facing challenges,” said Alfonso, “I want them to feel welcomed, they are not judged, and no matter their faith, background, ethnicity, or mental health issues are, you have a warm place to come. And we will help you as you navigate to creating housing for yourself in the future.”

Alfonso also said she is looking to create more community involvement, open up more fundraising opportunities, and combine the Care and Share with the community and not so much be labeled as a separate entity, as well as create opportunities for residents to secure ID.

In her free time, Alfonso enjoys marathon running and training for marathons. With her last position requiring a lot of travel, she has not been able to participate in those events since being brought on to the Care and Share. She is looking forward to the opportunity to get back into running.

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The Crookston City Council will have a special meeting on Monday, October 30, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall council chambers.

The agenda will include the resolutions regarding a letter of intent with respect to a Safe Routes to School Grant and a MnDOT Active Transportation Program Grant. It will also include a resolution regarding a letter of intent with respect to the Greater Minnesota Transportation Alternative Program Grant and a resolution regarding the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Climate, Pollution, and Reduction grant.

The last item on the agenda is the resolution declaring the cost to be assessed and ordering the preparation of proposed assessments for the improvement of Alexander Street and 4th Avenue.

To view the full agenda packet, click here.

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The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has released its coveted Digital Health Most Wired Survey results for the 2023 data collection period. Altru proudly announces our Level 8 achievement for the Acute and Ambulatory Settings survey selection.

“At Altru, we are dedicated to continuous improvement,” said Alex Todorovic, director of information systems applications. “By giving our providers the latest and greatest technology, we can enhance the care we provide our patients and community.”

Among the more than 55,000 facilities represented, Altru ranked above peers in categories like analytics and data management, population health, infrastructure, and patient engagement. The survey assessed the adoption, integration, and impact of technologies in healthcare organizations at all stages of development.

“We are proud to recognize Altru’s exceptional dedication to digital health excellence,” said CHIME President and CEO Russell P. Branzell. “Their pioneering performance in the industry inspires other organizations by example and provides patients with better care.”

“To support planning for the future, we have designed the Digital Health Most Wired program to deliver valuable insights into best practices, HIT adoption patterns, and digital health market trends,” said Branzell.

The Digital Health Most Wired survey and recognition program is a comprehensive “Digital Health Check-up” for healthcare organizations worldwide. As success in digital health increasingly determines the quality of patient care, the scope of the CHIME Digital Health Most Wired survey reflects the progress of leading healthcare providers as they reinvent healthcare for a new century. This remarkable achievement stretches beyond information technology and demonstrates an organization’s commitment to improving healthcare through advancing digital health strategies.

About CHIME

The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) is an executive organization dedicated to serving chief information officers (CIOs), chief medical information officers (CMIOs), chief nursing information officers (CNIOs), chief innovation officers (CIOs), chief digital officers (CDOs) and other senior healthcare IT leaders. With more than 5,000 members in 58 countries plus two U.S. territories and over 190 healthcare IT business partners and professional services firms, CHIME and its three associations provide a highly interactive, trusted environment enabling senior experienced and industry leaders to collaborate, exchange best practices, address professional development needs and advocate the effective use of information management to improve the health and care in the communities they serve. For more information, please visit chimecentral.org.

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The 14^th annual Hoops on Halloween 3-on-3 basketball tournament is going on today. This is for kids that are in grades 3-9. Team registration is $125 (up to 5 players). This event will take place at the UMC Wellness Center and Crookston High School. For more information or questions, contact Michelle Christopherson at 218-281-8369 or by email at mchristo@umn.edu.

The Crookston Cathedral Parish Annual Harvest Festival will be held today from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  There will be a dinner of K of C Famous Fish Fry or Chicken Kiev with sides and dessert for $15, and an extra fish fillet is $6. Drive-thru available. There are also festival booths, kids games, bingo, silent auction, raffles, and more. Call 218-281-1735 for tickets or information.

Fisher Trinity Lutheran Church Harvest Dinner will be held today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  The menu will be pork loin, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, squash, green beans, rolls, dessert, and beverages. The cost is $10 for adults, kids ages 3 to 11 are $5, and under 3 are free.

The St.Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Argyle will be hosting a Fall Festival this afternoon from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Argyle Mall located at 701 Pacific Ave following the 10:30 a.m. Polka Mass. They will be serving a Turkey and Ham meal at the church for $15 per adult and $6 per child. The event will also include a raffle drawing and Bingo.

The Crookston Blue Line Club is having a Try Hockey for Free event this afternoon from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Crookston Sports Center. Skates, equipment, and jerseys provided. There will be arena tours, games, and prizes. Meet and greet coaches and the Crookston High School team. For more information, email crookstonhockey@gmail.com or call Park and Rec at 281-1242 or the Blue Line Club at 218-470-0423 or 218-280-8783.

The Cobblestone Hotel and Suites in Crookston will have its Annual Cobblestone Trunk or Treat this evening from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Crookston Home-Delivered meals will be provided by the Tri-Valley Opportunity Council from Monday, October 30, to Friday, November 3.

There will be no school for Crookston students in grades 6-12 on Monday, October 30, due to staff development and Parent/Teacher conferences from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The Crookston Concert Choir will be attending the 63rd annual Fall Chorale Festival in East Grand Forks on Monday, October 30.  The Bus loads CHS at 11 a.m. and leaves at 11:15 a.m. The concert will start at 7:00 p.m. Admission is $4 for Adults and $2 for students.  

The Golden Link Senior Center will have a Lion’s Club meeting and lunch on Monday, October 30, starting at 12:00 p.m, followed by a Sit, Stand, and Dance class at 2:00 p.m.

Adults and teens are invited to join the Fertile Public Library for a needle felting class appropriate for people of all experience levels. All supplies and instructions will be provided to create a needle-felted three-dimensional acorn. Those with their own needle felting tools are welcome to bring them. The class will be held on Tuesday, October 31, from 1-3 p.m. at the Fertile Public Library, 101 Mill St. S. All programs are offered free of charge. 

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Dan Erdman from American Federal Bank as their guest speaker on Tuesday, October 31, starting at 10:00 a.m. Dan will be talking about risk investments.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards Group on Tuesday, October 31, starting at 1:00 p.m., followed by SAIL at 2:30 p.m.

The Limited Addition Gift Shop, located inside the main east entrance of RiverView Health, is having a Halloween Sale.  Enjoy 30% off all Halloween items until Tuesday, October 31, 9:00-4:00 p.m.

Join the Crookston Public Library on Tuesday, October 31, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. to create your own Halloween Mask.

The Crookston V.F.W. Post 1902 is having its annual Patriot’s Pen Youth Essay competition. Students in grades 6-8 can compose a 300-to-400-word patriotic-themed essay on the theme “How are you inspired by America”  and submit it to the Crookston V.F.W. Deadline is October 31. For more information, call VFW Auxiliary Chairman Pam Delage at 218-415-1615 or email pdelage@outlook.com

The Crookston V.F.W. Post 1902 is kicking off this year’s V.F.W.’s Voice of Democracy Scholarship competition. Students must write and record a three-to-five-minute essay on the selected theme of “What are the greatest attributes of our Democracy.”  Students should record on an audio CD or flash drive and then send their recordings, typed essay, and completed entry form to the V.F.W. by October 31. Interested students and teachers should contact VFW Auxiliary Chairman Pam Delage at 218-415-1615 or pdelage@outlook.com for more information.

Hugo’s Family Marketplace will be handing out Halloween treats to trick-or-treaters on Halloween, October 31, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.  There will be treats in every department.

The Crookston Eagles Club will host a FREE Halloween Party for children ages 12 and under on Tuesday, October 31, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. There will be games, prizes, hot dogs, and drinks.

The Grand Theatre’s 11^th Annual Free Halloween Movies will be on Tuesday, October 31, with a family movie at 7:00 p.m. and a scary movie at 9:30 p.m. They will have Halloween specials and a costume contest with prizes.

The CHS Leo Club and Crookston Police Department Drive by Halloween Night Food Drive will be held Tuesday, October 31, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Crookston High School west parking lot. Drop off your canned goods for Care and Share Center Food Shelf, and each child will receive a bag of candy. If you are unable to drive by, call Linda Morgan at 281-2144 or Darin Selzer at 281-3111, and they will pick it up at your doorstep. The Leos will also be out in the community collecting canned goods, they will be wearing a LEO button.

The McIntosh Public Library will hold a Genealogy 101 Workshop on Wednesday, November 1, at 2:00 p.m. You will learn how to explore three huge genealogy databases, including Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online, and Family Search. This program is offered free of charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

RiverView Health four four-hour First Aid Class will be on Thursday, November 2, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. The cost of the class is $55. You must pay in advance to save your spot.  To register or for more information, call 281-9536. No walk-ins will be accepted.

The Crookston High School Band and Orchestra will host their Fall concert on Tuesday, November 2, beginning at 7:30 p.m.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have a Soup and Sandwich Craft Sale on Saturday, November 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. You can reserve your table now or get more information by calling 281-3072.

Crookston Community Education will host a Childcare Training Course for ages 11 to 13 on Saturday, November 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Washington School Cafeteria. The fee is $17 and includes a book, handouts, and a pizza lunch. Learn how to care for young children from a childcare expert, a nurse, and a firefighter. Linda Morgan and CHS Leo Club members will guide you through this course. Call 281-5078 to register.

Come enjoy an inspiring afternoon of Hope “Tikvah,” a ladies’ event, on Saturday, November 4, at 2:00 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church at 701 Eickhof Blvd in Crookston. Listen to Rachel (Sanders) Laudner as she shared her journey to Tikvah ( a heavenly hope)—refreshments to follow. If you have questions, call 218-289-0263.

The Golden Link Senior Center will have Hayley Solheim from Choice Therapy as their guest speaker on Tuesday, November 7, starting at 10:00 a.m.

Crookston Parks & Rec Youth Figure Skating will start on Monday, November 7. Register online with Crookston Parks & Rec.

The Fertile Public Library will hold a Genealogy 101 Workshop on Wednesday, November 8, at 2:00 p.m. You will learn how to explore three huge genealogy databases, including Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online, and Family Search. This program is offered free of charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Riverview Health will have a Holiday Gift Shop Open House on Thursday, November 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the RiverView Conference Room.

RiverView Health is offering a CPR class on Thursday, November 9, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. The cost is $55 for those needing certification, and for those not needing certification, the class is free. To register, call 218-281-9536. No walk-ins will be allowed.

The Veterans Council Auxiliaries will have an 11 11 11 Ceremony on Saturday, November 11, at the Golden Link. A meatball lunch will be served after the ceremony.  All veterans are invited and can bring their spouses or one guest. Widowers of veterans are also invited. The meal is free to veterans and their guests. Registration is required, reserve by calling the Golden Link at 281-3072.

The Climax Public Library will hold a Genealogy 101 Workshop on Monday, November 13, at 7:00 p.m. You will learn how to explore three huge genealogy databases, including Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online, and Family Search. This program is offered free of charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

The Freedom Christian Academy will host a Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 505 Ward Avenue in Erskine. It’s a free-will donation. Please R.S.V.P. at 218-687-3733 or text 218-280-3137.

The application period is now open for the Lenertz Family Healthcare Scholarship and the Roger and Lois Samuelson Family Scholarship through the RiverView Foundation. Applications for the scholarships are due to the Foundation office by noon on Friday, November 17.  Guidelines and applications are available online at www.riverviewhealth.org/foundation/, by calling the Foundation office at 281-9249, emailing Foundation Director Randy Schoenborn at rschoenborn@riverviewhealth.org, or by stopping at the Foundation office located at 721 S. Minnesota Street, Crookston.

There will be an Open House celebration honoring Dennis & Mary Garry on their 60th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Nov 18, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Euclid. Gifts will not be necessary.

CONTINUING ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Crookston Squadron Civil Air Patrol meets every Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Call 218-281-3954 for more information.

The Care and Share of Crookston now accepts winter outerwear for men, women, and children. They accept coats, sweaters, sweatpants, hats, gloves, and boots. If you have any questions, call 218-281-2644.

Parents of children are invited to register their children for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program provides one book every month to your child from when you enroll until they turn five for FREE. The program is managed by Crookston Public School, and you can register at www.ImaginationLibrary.com.

The Crookston Care and Share is now accepting donations of Women’s, Men’s, and children’s clothing, toiletries, and other everyday items. Donations may be dropped off at the Care and Share Center at 220 East Third Street.

Pastor Chad Brucklacher will lead an 8-week study on the book of Matthew on Wednesday nights starting September 6 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For the kickoff, come at 5 p.m. for pizza and fellowship! This is open to adults of all ages. This will take place at 1214 University Avenue  (next door to Hugo’s)

The Crookston Public Library’s Books & Brews Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. at Drafts Sports Bar and Grill. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages. Appetizers are provided by the Friends of the Crookston Public Library; participants are responsible for the cost of their food and drinks. All are welcome.

The Crookston Public Library’s Reading by the Red Book Club meets on the fourth Tuesday of every other month at 6:30 p.m. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages.

The Crookston Public Library will have StoryTime every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The Golden Link is serving noon lunch Monday through Friday.  All are welcome to dine in between the hours of 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Crookston Friends of the Library meet on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

The Crookston Library Board meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 5:15 p.m.

The Cove Youth Center in Crookston is open Monday through Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Students and parents should call ahead to check the availability of the youth center at 218-470-0149.

The Crookston Care and Share Center’s Donation and New Hope Food Shelf will be open every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and every Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. For more information or to donate, call 218-277-0000.

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