Events

Events

« May 13, 2008 - June 12, 2008 »

05 / 13 Heartland Community Action plans open house Start: 2:30 pm End: 5:00 pm Heartland Community Action Agency Inc. is planning an open house from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, at its office in Hope Center, 218 Main St. S., Suite 108, Hutchinson. Informational displays and light refreshments will be available. Heartland Community Action Agency Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization working with households facing economic hardship in McLeod, Meeker, Renville and Kandiyohi counties. more info
05 / 14 Bear Lake Sunshine Society Start: 1:30 pm The Bear Lake Sunshine Society will meet at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, at Hutchinson Public Library meeting room, 50 Hassan St. S.E. Greeting cards will be for sale. Hostesses are Deloris and Elsa. Final plans for the annual bake and rummage sale to take place May 30 at Northwoods Park will be discussed. For more information, call Shirley at (320) 587-2750. more info
05 / 15 Red Cross blood drive in Brownton Start: 1:00 pm End: 7:00 pm The American Red Cross has scheduled the following blood drive in Brownton during May: • 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at the Community Center, Main Street in Brownton. Call (800) 448-3543 to make an appointment, or for more information. Donors must be at least 17 years old and must weigh at least 110 pounds. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply. A blood donor card or drivers license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. more info Crow River Quilters Start: 7:00 pm Crow River Quilters will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15, in the public meeting room at Hutchinson Public Library, 50 Hassan St. S.E., Hutchinson. more info Pioneerland Library System Board Meeting Start: 7:30 pm The Pioneerland Library System Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at the Willmar Public Library community room. more info Grief Recovery Friends Start: 7:30 pm Grief Recovery Friends meets at 7:30 p.m. May 15, at Oakland Chapel in Oakland Cemetery, Highway 15 South service road, Hutchinson. For more information, call Robert Hantge at (320) 587-2128. more info
05 / 16 McLeod Emergency Food Shelf Board Start: 9:30 am The annual meeting of the McLeod Emergency Food Shelf will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 16, in the community room of the library building, 719 13th St. E., Glencoe. The report of the general business of the year will be given with election of the Board of Directors taking place. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, or if interested in serving on the Board of Directors, call the McLeod Emergency Food Shelf at (320) 864-2088. more info
05 / 17 Motorcycle, classic car run set for May 17 Start: 8:00 am End: 5:30 pm The 16th annual Motorcycle and Classic Car Run will take place Saturday, May 17. The event begins in Hutch-inson at Library Square (corner of Main Street and First Avenue S.E.). Registration is from 8 to 9:30 a.m. The run will leave from Library Square promptly at 9:30 a.m., and head north on State Highway 15. The requested donation to participate is $15 per vehicle. A freewill donation meal and live music by Second Chance will take place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Everyone, including those not able to participate in the run, is invited to attend the meal and concert. more info Fare for All food distribution Start: 8:30 am End: 10:30 am Fare for All, a program that provides food in exchange for a small fee and two hours of volunteer work each month, will distribute food from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1040 South Grade Road S.W., Hutchinson. For more information, call Fare for All at (800) 582-4291, or visit the Web site www.fareforall.org more info
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05 / 19 Red Cross blood drive in Glencoe Start: 1:00 pm End: 7:00 pm The American Red Cross has scheduled the following blood drive in May: • 1 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 19 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1407 Cedar Ave., Glencoe. Call (800) 448-3543 to make an appointment or for more information. Donors must be at least 17 years old and must weigh at least 110 pounds. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply. A blood donor card or drivers license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. more info Lakeside Enhancement Group Start: 1:30 pm Lakeside Enhancement Group will meet at 1:30 p.m. Monday, May 19, in the activity room at Lakeside Health Care Center, 439 William Ave. E., Dassel. All who are interested in the care center and its residents are welcome to attend. more info Burns Manor Auxiliary Start: 2:00 pm Burns Manor Auxiliary will meet at 2 p.m. Monday, May 19, in the multi-purpose room of Burns Manor. Linda Krenz will give an update on the future of senior care in Hutchinson. For more information, call Roselin Jonas at (320) 587-3094. more info Crow River Habitat for Humanity Start: 5:30 pm The Crow River Habitat for Humanity Inc. monthly board meeting is at 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 19, at the Hope Center Conference Room, 305 South Main St., Hutchinson. For further information, call (320) 587-8868. more info Hutchinson Area Special Olympics Start: 6:00 pm The Hutchinson Area Special Olympics management team meets at 6 p.m. Monday, May 19, at the Public Library, 50 Hassan St. S.E., Hutchinson. Anyone interested in helping out or finding out more about the team, can stop by or call Diane Boucher at (320) 864-4406. more info
05 / 20 Red Cross Blood drive in Winthrop Start: 8:00 am End: 1:00 pm The American Red Cross has scheduled the following blood drive in May: • 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, at GFW High School, North Cottonwood Street in Winthrop. Call (800) 448-3543 to make an appointment or for more information. Donors must be at least 17 years old and must weigh at least 110 pounds. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply. A blood donor card or drivers license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. more info Red Cross blood drive in Hutchinson Start: 1:00 pm End: 7:00 pm The American Red Cross has scheduled the following blood drive in May: • 1 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, at Peace Lutheran Church, 400 Franklin St. S.W., Hutchinson. Call (800) 448-3543 to make an appointment or for more information. Donors must be at least 17 years old and must weigh at least 110 pounds. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply. A blood donor card or drivers license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. more info Western Fraternal Life Lodge Lumir potluck and business meeting Start: 6:30 pm Western Fraternal Life Lodge Lumir will have a potluck and business meeting Tuesday, May 20, at the Komensky School, 19981 Major Avenue, Hutchinson. Supper will begin at 6:30 p.m., and the business meeting will be called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Jan Urban. Members are asked to bring can tabs for the Ronald McDonald project and cancelled stamps for the state WFLA project. For more information, call (320) 587-8728. more info Stop Smoking Support Group Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:30 pm A support group to help smokers quit will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, at Shalom Baptist Church, 1215 Roberts Road S.W., Hutchinson. The meeting includes a speaker, small group discussion and prayer time. For more information, call Cindy Smith, coordinator, at (320) 234-6265, or e-mail her at cj51smith@yahoo.com. more info McLeod County Republican Women Start: 7:00 pm McLeod County Republican Women will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, at 1315 E. 11th St., Glencoe. All interested Republican women are invited to attend. For more information, call (320) 864-4162. more info
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05 / 22 Luce Line RR Club Inc. special meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 9:00 pm All members of Luce Line Railroad Club Inc. should plan to attend a special meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 22, to discuss the club possibly hosting the 2009 convention of the Thousand Lakes Region of the National Model Railroad Association. The meeting takes place at the club's Hutchinson Mall room. more info Heatwole Threshing Association Start: 7:00 pm Heatwole Threshing Association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 22, at the showgrounds, five miles south of Hutchinson off of Walden Avenue. The upcoming fundraiser will be discussed. For more information, call Corey at (320) 587-9143. more info
05 / 23 Red Cross Blood drive in Hutchinson Start: 9:00 am End: 2:00 pm The American Red Cross has scheduled the following blood drive in May: • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 23, at Hutchinson Mall, 1060 State Highway 15 S., Hutchinson. Call (800) 448-3543 to make an appointment or for more information. Donors must be at least 17 years old and must weigh at least 110 pounds. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply. A blood donor card or drivers license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. more info
05 / 24 McLeod County DFL Board Start: 10:00 am End: 12:00 pm McLeod County DFL Board meets from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 24, at Hutchinson Public Library meeting room, 50 Hassan St. S.E. A business meeting is followed by good of the party discussion. For more information, call John at (320) 587-3150. more info
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05 / 26 School District 40 picnic scheduled Start: 12:00 pm The School District 40 picnic will take place at noon Monday, May 26, at the Hassan Valley Town Hall in Biscay. Former students of the district, families and friends are welcome. Bring an item for the potluck meal and your own eating utensils. For more information, call (320) 587-4007. more info
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05 / 28 Hutchinson Caregiver Discussion Group Start: 10:30 am The Hutchinson Caregiver Discussion Group will meet at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, at the Hutchinson Library public meeting room, 50 Hassan St. S.E., Hutchinson. Speaker will be Chris Kleiman, an attorney, who will speak on “Finances and protecting your assets.” There will be time for Kleiman to answer questions. For more information, call Jan Novotny at (320) 222-9271. more info The Foundation for Challenged Children Start: 12:00 pm End: 1:00 pm The Foundation for Challenged Children meets from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, at the Hutchinson Chamber Office. The mission of the Foundation For Challenged Children is to provide special needs for challenged children that insurance and government programs do not cover, such as learning and developmental tools and equipment. The organization helps people younger than 18 who are physically or mentally challenged and require help or assistance in daily life to become their personal best. For more information, call Tina Vorlicek at (320) 234-0786, or Mary Lynne Cox at (320) 234-6210. more info
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05 / 30 Corvettes For A Cure Start: 3:00 pm Start: 05/30/2008 - 3:00pm End: 06/01/2008 - 12:00pm Benefiting the National Breast Cancer Foundation and The McLeod County American Cancer Society. more info
05 / 31 Corvettes For A Cure (all day) Start: 05/30/2008 - 3:00pm End: 06/01/2008 - 12:00pm Benefiting the National Breast Cancer Foundation and The McLeod County American Cancer Society. more info
06 / 1 Corvettes For A Cure End: 12:00 pm Start: 05/30/2008 - 3:00pm End: 06/01/2008 - 12:00pm Benefiting the National Breast Cancer Foundation and The McLeod County American Cancer Society. more info
06 / 2 American Red Cross blood drive in Plato Start: 1:00 pm End: 7:00 pm American Red Cross and the community of Plato is planning a blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 2, at Lighthouse Assembly of God Church, 10478 Bell Ave., Plato. For an appointment, call Ken or Myra at (320) 238-2370. Healthy individuals who are at least age 17 and weigh at least 110 pounds may be able to donate blood. Donors are eligible to give blood every 56 days, or approximately six times a year. Photo ID is required. For more information call the Red Cross at (800) GIVE-LIFE, or visit www.givebloodgivelife.org. more info
06 / 3 Stop Smoking Support Group meets Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:00 pm A support group to help those who are quitting smoking will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at Shalom Baptist Church, 1215 Roberts Road S.W., Hutchinson. Mary Anderson of Kids Inc. will be the speaker. The meeting will include small group discussion and prayer time. For more information, call Cindy Smith, coordinator, at (320) 234-6265. more info
06 / 4 Red Cross blood drive Start: 12:00 pm End: 6:00 pm The Red Cross bloodmobile will be in the area soon: • noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at Miller Manufacturing, State Highway 22, Glencoe. Healthy individuals who are at least age 17 and weigh at least 110 pounds may be able to donate blood. Donors are eligible to give blood every 56 days, or approximately six times a year. A photo ID is required. For more information about blood drives in your area, call the Red Cross at (651) 291-4607, (800) GIVE-LIFE, or visit www.yourbloodcenter.org. more info McLeod County Voiture 414 40 & 8 Start: 8:00 pm McLeod County Voiture 414 40 & 8 will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at Waconia American Legion. A meal will begin the evening. Anyone needing a ride to the promenade should meet by 5:45 p.m. at the Hutchinson American Legion, 35 Third Ave. S.E. For more information, call Jerry at (612) 616-4434. more info
06 / 5 KIDS Count coffee planned for June 5 Start: 1:30 pm End: 3:00 pm A KIDS Count coffee will take place from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Willmar Public Library meeting room, 410 Fifth St. S.W. This free community forum is sponsored by Heartland Community Action Agency Inc. and KIDS Count initiative. Topics at the forum will include the most recent data on the economic well-being, health, education and safety of children in our community and statewide, an update about state legislative efforts to support children and families, and a discussion on how to improve the lives of children in your area and beyond. more info Woman’s Club of Hutchinson Start: 5:30 pm The General Federation of Women’s Clubs Woman’s Club of Hutchinson will meet for a picnic dinner at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at Woman’s Club Park, Campbell Lane, Hutchinson. After the meal, Dr. Celeste Wherry will speak on “Chiropractic is not just a ‘back thing.’” A business meeting will follow with state convention reports and awards, fundraisers and program suggestions for 2008-09 club year. The club is open to all area women interested in community service. For more information, call Elaine at (320) 587-3299. more info Dance recital planned for Thursday Start: 6:00 pm All That Dance dance studio has their recital at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Hutchinson High School auditorium, 1200 Roberts Road S.W. Tickets are $5 at the door. more info
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06 / 7 Car Buffs’ breakfast Start: 9:00 am The second Car Buffs’ breakfast of the 2008 summer season has been set for 9 a.m. Saturday, June 7, at the Straw Hat Grill in Buffalo Lake. The group will have the opportunity to view two car collections following the breakfast. The event is sponsored by the Willmar Car Club and is open to all area car enthusiasts. The breakfasts take place the first Saturday of each month, May through November, at area restaurants to give car enthusiasts a chance to view and discuss collector cars and vintage vehicles. The next breakfast will be July 5 at the American Legion in Spicer. more info Red Cross sponsors motorcycle ride Start: 10:00 am End: 4:00 pm The McLeod County Chapter of American Red Cross is sponsoring “The Ride for the Red,” Saturday, June 7. Registration is from 8 to 10 a.m. at the McLeod County Fairgrounds, 840 Century Ave. S.W., Hutchinson. The ride begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. at the fairgrounds, with door prize drawings and a beautiful bike contest. Riders can also join the ride at 11 a.m. at the Waseca County Red Cross office, 511 S. State St., Waseca. The ride is also open to classic cars and the public. more info
06 / 8 Minnesota Wings club meeting Start: 4:00 pm The Minnesota Wings, a motorcycle club, meets at 4 p.m. June 8, at Pizza Ranch, 201 N. Sibley Ave., Glencoe. more info
06 / 9 Legal advocacy representative to visit with senior citizens Start: 9:00 am End: 11:30 am A representative of the Legal Advocacy for Older Americans Project will meet with senior citizens at the following times and places: • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, June 9, Plaza 15 Senior Center, 1005 State Hwy. 15 S., Hutchinson Attorneys and paralegals for the project can assist seniors with problems in Social Security, Medicare, Medical Assistance, food stamps and fuel assistance. In addition, the project handles problems with housing, consumer law and insurance to supplement Medicare. The services are provided without charge, however, donations can be accepted. more info Red Cross Disaster Action Team meeting Start: 7:00 pm The Red Cross Disaster Action Team will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, June 9, at the Red Cross office, 902 State Highway 15 S., Hutchinson. In addition to a business meeting, volunteer training in preparation for natural disasters or single family disaster assistance will be conducted. Additional volunteers are needed for the Disaster Action Team. For more information, call Kirsten Dean at (320) 587-0352, or e-mail her at redcross@ hutchtel.net. more info Acoma Acorns 4-H Club Start: 7:00 pm Acoma Acorns 4-H Club will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, June 9, at Cedar Mills Rod and Gun Club. Demonstrations by Joe and Mike Schluter, and Mathew Erickson will begin the evening, followed by a meeting. The theme for the evening is “Hat Night.” Everyone attending is asked to wear a hat, and to bring a dish to pass. The Bob Schluter family will provide beverages. For more information, call Sarah at (320) 587-8906. more info
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06 / 11 Hutchinson Hospital Auxiliary Meeting Start: 9:30 am Hutchinson Hospital Auxiliary will meet at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 11, at Hutchinson Community Hospital, conference room A/B, 1095 Highway 15 S., Hutchinson. Guest speaker will be Bev Bonte of Common Cup Ministries. Meetings are open to all auxiliary members and anyone interested in learning more about the auxiliary. For more information, call Dori Johnson at (320) 587-2985. more info Bear Lake Sunshine Society Start: 12:30 pm The Bear Lake Sunshine Society will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the American Legion, 35 Third Ave. S.E., Hutchinson. A business meeting will follow at 1:15 p.m. Members are encouraged to bring a guest. For more information, call Shirley at (320) 587-2750. more info Al-Anon Start: 7:30 pm Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson. Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives. For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046. more info
06 / 12 Hutchinson Area Bird Club Start: 7:00 pm The Hutchinson Area Bird Club will meet at 7 p.m. June 12, in the Hutchinson Public Library lower level meeting room, 50 Hassan St. S.E. Anyone interested in birding is invited to attend. For more information, call John at (320) 234-9664, or Rosanne at (320) 587-9659. more info Renville County Genealogical Society Start: 7:30 pm Renville County Genealogical Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 12, at the Renville City Library, 221 N. Main St. Local historian Gary Revier will speak about “Generations of builders — Renville County’s Pioneers.” The public is welcome and lunch will be provided. more info

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