Month: September 2024

This fall, Broadway is coming to the Grand Theatre in Downtown Crookston, MN, brought to you by the Downtown Crookston Development Partnership, in an effort to showcase the historical Grand Theatre.

First up explains Shirley Iverson of the Downtown Crookston Development Partnership is Hamilton, streaming Monday, October 7 at 7:00 p.m. “In October, we will be streaming Hamilton, which was nominated for 16 Tony Awards, the winner of 11, and prior to that production, the play itself won a Pulitzer Prize for drama,” says Iverson. “We are talking a really great production, done by Disney, a Broadway play, New York, being streamed in our historic theatre.”

In November, The Downtown Crookston Development Partnership will be showing a free movie.  The Book of Life says Iverson is a family-friendly animated movie about the past, present, and future.  The Book of Life will be shown Monday, November 25, at 7:00 p.m. “This is a very exciting opportunity again to include the community,”

For the holiday season, Iverson says they are planning a surprise show, with more information to be available soon. “It will be in the month of December, and we are still working out a couple of details, but that will complete our fall-to-winter transition of Broadway at the Grand Theatre.

The theatre will open at 6:30 p.m. for the free events.  Concessions will be open, and movies will start promptly at 7 p.m.

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Crookston’s Early Childhood Family Education is meeting the needs of more families by offering new class times and locations. An evening Mixed Age Magic class will return in an evening format on Thursdays, October 10, November 14, and December 12, from 4:30—6 p.m. Families meet in the classroom/gym for circle time with stories and songs. Parents will meet informally to share ideas and discuss topics such as positive discipline strategies, challenging behaviors, food, health and safety tips, and more. Parents learn from each other as they discuss topics that most interest them. During parent education time, the children remain in the classroom/gym to play and explore with each other and the early childhood teacher. Both parent and child benefit from peer interaction and positive messaging. Gina Gunderson and Kiely Tate lead the monthly classes. Parents can register for the free class by calling 281-2762.

 A morning class for parents of infants will be held weekly at the Crookston Public Library. Newborn Baby Talk is for parents and their infants from birth to 12 weeks of age each Tuesday from 9:30—11 a.m. Facilitated discussion will cover topics from feeding, attachment, sleep, development, family changes, and returning to work. There will be a public health nurse, parent educator, and lactation specialist available to answer questions and provide support and information on your new journey of parenting. Parents will have the opportunity to have their baby weighed. Baby Talk is a collaboration between Polk County Public Health, Crookston Public Schools Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) Program, and Crookston Public Library.

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The Crookston City Council will meet on Monday, September 30, at 5:30 in City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes three items.

Crookston Housing Trust Fund

The final reading of Ordinance No. 95 Creating The City of Crookston Housing Trust Fund.  The Housing Trust Fund shall provide loans and grants to property owners, homeowners, local units of government for-profit housing developers and non-profit housing developers for affordable housing development in Crookston.

Crookston City Code Amendments

The final reading of  Ordinance No. 96 Amending Sections 30.02.B and 30.02.C of Crookston City Code.  These two sections are being repealed and replaced in order to make the writing of Agendas for Regular and Special meetings easier.

2025 Tax Levy and Preliminary 2025 General Fund Budget

The Council will vote tonight on the adoption of the proposed 2025 Tax Levy and Preliminary 2025 General Fund Budget and setting a Public Budget Meeting Date. 

At the conclusion of Monday’s City Council Meeting, Ways and Means will meet. Ways and Means has just one item on their agenda for the evening. The Mayor is recommending that Todd Johnston be appointed to the Planning Commission to fill Bryan Schipper’s unexpired term.

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The pre-game free-will tailgate, held before the Crookston Pirate and Pelican Rapids football game, by Phil Thompson and Associates, Local Ace Hardware-Crookston, Thrivent-Garret Kollin along with B&E Meats served 300 people and raised $1,661 for Scruffy Tails Humane Society. Erik Griffin, of Phil Thompson and Associates, said they would like to thank the community for the outstanding turnout and donations.

Below are a list of events that are being held for Scruffy Tails Humane Society.

Our Savior’s Lutheran School: Adopt a Pet Event:
Each class is competing individually to raise money for their chosen pet, with the total proceeds going to the facility. The class that raises the most funds will win a prize from the Scruffy Tails Board.

Other Event Dates:

• October 4:
  PetSmart Adoption Event
  Celebrate World Animal Day with us!
• October 25:
  Cathedral Trick or Treat Event
  Join us for a spooky fun time at the school!
• Tuesdays:
  Patio Tuesdays at Draft’s
  We are currently finalizing the details, so stay tuned for more information!

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Acclaimed by the Chicago Brass Festival as “the perfect blend of virtuosity and vitality,” the Alliance Brass will be coming to the Crookston High School Auditorium Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 7 p.m.    The Alliance Brass show will be the second concert in the Crookston Civic Music League’s Entertainment Series for 2024-2025.

Alliance Brass has emerged as one of the country’s most exciting brass ensembles.  Formed  in 2010, the members have performed all over the world, and have served on faculty at some of the top music institutions.  Their latest program features music celebrating stage and screen with favorite composers from Gershwin and Mancini to John Williams.

Mark your calendars now.  You don’t want to miss this special event!   For ticket and membership information about the Crookston Civic Music League, please call Elaine Metzger at 218-281-2681 or Emily Luckow at 218-281-5907 or Alvern Wentzel at 218-281-7873.  Admission is by season ticket only.  Season tickets can be purchased at the door before the concert Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 7 p.m.

For transportation, call THE BUS at 281-0700.

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When you choose a Minnesota Grown apple, you’re not just getting peak freshness and juiciness. These apples are the best since many varieties – like the world-renowned Honeycrisp – were designed specifically for our local growing conditions! You can find local apple growers in the Minnesota Grown directory or look for Minnesota Grown at your neighborhood grocery store or farmers’ market. 

Want to get outside? Visiting a pick-your-own orchard offers a perfect fall outing with fresh air and fun for the whole family, and many orchards also have pumpkins, hayrides, and other activities. Remember, ripening varies across the state, so be sure to check with your local orchard for current picking conditions.

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