UMN Crookston will host NACTA Carwash Fundraisers every Thursday and Friday through March 25 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. (Not including spring break) Contact Melissa Hammer at hamme734@crk.umn.edu to schedule a time. Each car wash is forty dollars. All vehicles are cleaned in the Kiser Building and can be picked up and dropped off for your convenience.
Buy your tickets for the Crookston Firefighters 27th Annual Fun Night Fundraiser that will be held on Saturday, April 9 at the Crookston Eagles. Social is from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Prime rib or walleye dinner is served from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The live band Silverado will play from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. there will be raffles and door prizes throughout the evening. Tickets are $30 and can be bought from any firefighter. Proceeds go to the Crookston Firefighters Association.
The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council is holding its NW Annual Art Exhibit in Thief River Falls until April 27. The Exhibit will be open from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and at other times when events are held at the college.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by Our Saviors Lutheran Church the week of March 21-25
The Limited Addition Gift Shop, located inside the main east entrance of the hospital, is having a spring sale. Enjoy 20% off store wide (excluding cards and candy) and 35% off winter gear. The sale runs March 21-25 from 9:00-4:00 p.m. Happy Spring shopping!
Come up to the Crookston Wedding Expo that will be held at the Crookston Eagle’s Club today from 5:00 to 8:00. Many local vendors will be on hand showcasing their wares. And be sure to register for the bridal package giveaway during the Crookston Wedding Expo.
Narcotics Anonymous will meet at noon today in the Conference Room at Care and Share in Crookston.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards on today, at 1:00 p.m., a SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Crookston Eagles Auxiliary will be sponsoring a Crookston Wedding Expo tonight from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Crookston Eagles Club. If you have any questions, feel free to contact them at 218-281-3881.
The Reading by the Red Book Club will meet tonight from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Crookston Public Library River Room to discuss Gilead by Marilynne Robinson.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards on Wednesday, March 23, at 8:00 a.m., Experienced Cribbage at 10:00 a.m., and Bridge Group at 12:30 p.m.
The University of Minnesota Extension is hosting a series of webinars on Let’s talk Crops! on Wednesday, March 23, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
The Marshall County Cooperative Annual Meeting will be Wednesday, March 23 at the American Legion in Warren. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. and followed by a complimentary meal. Election of directors to the board of directors will be held and patron dividend checks will be handed out. Call 217-745-5323 today if you will be attending.
The Marshall County Cooperative Annual Meeting will be Wednesday, March 23 at the American Legion in Warren. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. and followed by a complimentary meal. Election of directors to the board of directors will be held and patron dividend checks will be handed out.
The Crookston Eagles will have Dart League on Wednesday, March 23, at 7:00 p.m.
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, March 23
Wild Rice Electric’s 82nd Annual Meeting of the Members will be Thursday, March 24th at the Mahnomen High School Gymnasium. Registration starts at 4:30pm. Lakeview Catering will be serving dinner from 4:30 – 6:00pm. Entertainment will be at 5:30 with Tim Eggebraaten! The meeting convenes at 6:30p.m. Members can come join the fun and sign up for a chance to win one of many draw prizes.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Foot Care appointments on Thursday, March 24, from 8:30 a.m. to noon (call 281-3072 to make an appointment), Smear and Beginning Cribbage at 1:00 p.m. and a SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Crookston Eagles will have Bar BINGO on Thursday, March 24, at 6:30 p.m. The kitchen will be open serving food.
The 29th Annual Crookston Youth Basketball Association Tournament for 3rd through 8th girls and boys will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 25 through 27. The games will be held at Crookston High School, Cathedral Elementary, Highland, Washington, University of Minnesota Crookston and the Crookston Sports Center.
The Knights of Columbus will be serving Take Out Adult Walleye Meals in the Cathedral Church Parking Lot on Friday, March 25 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for $16. The meals will consist of Deep-Fried Walleye, Mashed Potatoes n’ Gravy, Vegetable Roll and a Cookie. The Drive Thru will be marked. Any extra fillets will cost an additional $7.
The Red Lake Falls American Legion Post 22 will have Fish Fries on Friday, March 25. Dine in or pick up a dinner. Serving starts at 5:00 p.m. One fillet is $10, 2 fillets are $14; 5 shrimp are $10; and a combo of one fillet and three shrimp is $14.
The Crookston Eagles will have JACKPOT BINGO $500 must go final blackout on Friday, March 25, at 6:30 p.m. The kitchen will be open serving food.
The Crookston Civic Music League is inviting virtuoso pianist and entertaining Barron Ryan to perform at the Crookston High School Auditorium on Friday, March 25, at 7:00 p.m. For a ride to the Artist Series, call The Bus at 281-0700.
The Crookston Eagles will have Bar BINGO must go final blackout on Saturday, March 26, at 3:00 p.m.
The Climax FFA Chapter is holding a Pancake Feed event at the Climax Community Center on Sunday, March 27th, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Free will donations are welcome. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Dalton Harris at dharris@isd592.org or call or text 701-238-3739.
The Crookston High School will start the Boys Tennis Season on Monday, March 28.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church the weeks of March 28th- April 1st and of April 4-8.
The Golden Link Senior Center will hold a NAPS Food Box Pick up in the Parking Lot on Monday, March 28, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., Guitar Lessons at 10:30 a.m., a Sit, Stand, & Dance Class at 2:00 p.m.
Narcotics Anonymous will meet at noon on Tuesday, March 29 in the Conference Room at Care and Share in Crookston.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards on Tuesday, March 29, at 1:00 p.m., a SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards on Wednesday, March 30, at 8:00 a.m., Crafters’ Corner at 9:00 a.m., and Experienced Cribbage at 10:00 a.m.
The University of Minnesota Extension is hosting a series of webinars on Let’s talk Crops! On Wednesday, March 30, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Red Lake Electric Cooperative’s Annual Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 30 at 10:30 a.m. at the Legacy Event Center in Thief River Falls. The meeting agenda includes the year 2021 in review, financial reports and election of directors. Door prizes will be awarded, and a lunch will be served.
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will have hold the third part of the free online 2022 Women’s Entrepreneurship Symposium series on Wednesday, March 30th from 1:00 to 2:05 p.m. to register and learn more about the event, you connect with Mark Landa at mlanda@visitcrookston.com or visit their website at www.visitcrookston.com/
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, March 30
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Smear and Beginning Cribbage on Thursday, March 31, at 1:00 p.m., and a SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Knights of Columbus will be serving Take Out Adult Walleye Meals in the Cathedral Church Parking Lot on Friday, April 1 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for $16. The meals will consist of Deep-Fried Walleye, Mashed Potatoes n’ Gravy, Vegetable Roll and a Cookie. The Drive Thru will be marked. Any extra fillets will cost an additional $7.
The Fisher American Legion will host an Auxiliary Meeting on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Common Ground, a night of fun, games and connection for 7th through 12th grade students, will be Wednesday, April 6 from 6:30 to 8:45 at the Crookston High School. This night is a partnership of Harvest Church, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Trinity Lutheran Church, Our Saviors Lutheran Church and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Please bring an item for Alluma’s care kit project. Suggested items are backpacks, socks, gloves, toothpaste, brush, comb, nail clippers, wet wipes, large bandages, and single serving snacks like trail mix, jerky, crackers and dried fruits. For more information, contact 218-242-2067 or reillystroot@gmail.com
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 6
The Crookston High School invites all Senior Citizens to the Annual Senior Citizen Brunch on Thursday, April 7. A brunch will be served by the Leo Club from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. in the High School Commons. After the meal, the attendees will move to the auditorium at 9:15 a.m. to watch the three-act performance of “Godspell” by the Crookston High School drama students. The senior boys of Leo Club will be on Golf carts giving the senior citizens a ride to the school from the parking lot.
Pennington County and Polk County Republicans will host Red at the Ralph 2022 on Thursday, April 21 at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Thief River Falls. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. with cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Meet and Greet from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Dinner and Forum starts at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 for singles, $90 for couples. Tickets must be purchased by April 8. For more information, email penngopmn@gmail.com or call 320-455-1778. To buy tickets online visit PenningtonCountyReplublicans.Square.Site. Join them for an evening of food and fellowship with other conservative patriots as you hear from the statewide candidates for Minnesota Governor, Secretary of State, AG and auditor on issues that matter most to Northwestern Minnesota.
The Knights of Columbus will be serving Take Out Adult Walleye Meals in the Cathedral Church Parking Lot on Friday, April 8 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for $16. The meals will consist of Deep-Fried Walleye, Mashed Potatoes n’ Gravy, Vegetable Roll and a Cookie. The Drive Thru will be marked. Any extra fillets will cost an additional $7.
The Red Lake Falls American Legion Post 22 will have Fish Fries on Friday, April 8. Dine in or pick up a dinner. Serving starts at 5:00 p.m. One fillet is $10, 2 fillets are $14; 5 shrimp are $10; and a combo of one fillet and three shrimp is $14.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Tri Valley Opportunity Council on April 11 and 12
The Crookston Early Childhood Family Education will be hosting a Special Focus Class “Just Toddling” on Monday, April 11, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Washington School. The class is for ages 1-2 years old and will consist of toddlers and their parents enjoying activities together. The cost to attend is free, and registration is not required. for more information, please contact the Community Education Office at 218-281-5078.
The Crookston Public Library will present Lola’s Lunchbox Puppet Show on Tuesday, April 12 at 1:00 p.m. Don’t miss this engaging sketch comedy, theater and puppet show featuring comedy and sing-alongs perfect for children ages three and up! Join Lalo, a fun-loving shopkeeper with a magical lunchbox, and his friends as they handle unpredictable food erupting out of Lalo’s Lunchbox! This zany show teaches kids about healthy foods and being kind to others. This event is made possible thanks to funding from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
The Fisher American Legion will host a Legion & SAL Meeting on Wednesday, April 12 at 7:00 p.m.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Cathedral Women on April 13, 14, and 15
Washington Elementary School will hold their Kindergarten Roundup for children who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2022, and their parents on Wednesday, April 13. Two sessions will be offered with childcare, one from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. and one from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Doors will be open 15 minutes prior to each session. Enjoy time in the classroom and ride the school bus together for a full kindergarten experience. Each child will receive a free “Kindergarten Toolkit” sponsored by the Otto Bremer Foundation and the Crookston Early Childhood Summit. Parents will receive a Parent Guide to Our Kindergarten Journey.
The Crookston Eagles Club will have a Children’s Easter Party on Wednesday, April 13 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Bring your children ages 0 to 12 up and have their photos taken with the Easter Bunny. There will also be games, activities, and treats. Admission is free.
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 13
Scholarship opportunities are being offered through the RiverView Foundation. Applications for the following scholarships are due to the Foundation office by noon on April 15. Bishop Afonya Healthcare Scholarship: Lenertz Family Healthcare Scholarship, June E. Shaver Healthcare Scholarship, Richard Maves Healthcare Scholarship, Lynette “Pud’’ Joseph Healthcare Scholarship and RiverView/Glenmore Foundation Scholarship. Guidelines and applications for scholarships are available online at www.riverviewhealth.org/foundation/scholarships/, 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.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Bremer Bank, LeBlanc Bank, and the First Community Credit Union the week of April 18-22.
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 20
Pennington County and Polk County Republicans will host Red at the Ralph 2022 on Thursday, April 21 at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Thief River Falls. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. with cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Meet and Greet from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Dinner and Forum starts at 6:00 p.m. For more information, email penngopmn@gmail.com or call 320-455-1778. Join them for an evening of food and fellowship with other conservative patriots as you hear from the statewide candidates for Minnesota Governor, Secretary of State, AG and auditor on issues that matter most to Northwestern Minnesota.
The Crookston Early Childhood Family Education is hosting a free class “Pop in and Play” on Saturday, April 23. The class is from 10:30-11:30 a.m. for ages birth to five at Washington School. The class allows parents and their children to play with equipment designed for young children in the gymnasium. Registration is not required, for more information please contact the Community Education Office at 218-281-5078.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Altru Clinic and the Eagles Lodge the week of April 25-29.
The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council is holding a FREE Creative Art Session Workshop to create work for an upcoming exhibit – Nature’s Offerings in June and July. The workshop will be held at Northland Community and Technical College in Thief River Falls from 4 to 5:30 pm on April 27. RSVPs are required.
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 27
Safe Kids and Altru Health Systems will offer a Car Seat Check Up on Thursday, April 28 from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Brost Chevrolet. To schedule an appointment, call Polk County Public Health at 218-281-3385.
The Crookston Gun Club will be hosting a DNR Hunter Safety Training Class in May for ages 11 and older. Classes will begin on May 3 and held at the Crookston Gun Club located at 26521 240th Street SW Crookston, MN 56716. The field Day and Test Day will be held on Saturday, May 14. If you have any questions or to register, you can contact Steve Videen at 218-289-2115, or stevevideen@yahoo.com.
The Crookston Early Childhood Family Education will be hosting a Special Focus Class “Daddy and Me” on Monday, May 9, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Washington School. The class is for ages birth to five years old and will be a night for dad and their little buddies to play games and have fun in the gym. The cost to attend is free, and registration is not required. for more information, please contact the Community Education Office at 218-281-5078.
The Celebrate the Young Child Collaboration is inviting parents and their children to “Imagine If You Were Going on a Bear Hunt” at Castle Park on Tuesday, May 10, from 5:30-7:00 p.m.
The Crookston Early Childhood Family Education will be hosting an end of the year picnic on Monday, May 16, at Washington School Playground. This event offers great food and family fun. Please register for the event ahead of time. In the event of rain, activities will be held inside.
The Golden Link Senior Center is holding their Annual Rummage Sale on Friday, May 20th and Saturday, May 21st. All donations are appreciated!
The Golden Link Senior Center will have a Flea Market Rummage Sale where people can rent a table for $10 in June.
The UMC Teambacker Golf Classic presented by Altru will take place on Friday, June 17 at Minakwa Golf Course in Crookston. They are currently taking donations of products, services, gift certificates or experience. If you would like to register a 5-person team, contact Michelle Christopherson at mchristo@umn.edu or call 218-281-8369. Deadline to register is May 17 or until the tournament is full
CONTINUING ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Crookston Reds are looking for players and a field manager for the 2022 season. If interested email crookstonreds@gmail.com or text 218-280-4481.
RiverView Health is holding virtual, monthly Type 2 Diabetes Support Group meetings the third Wednesday of every month from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. The meetings are free and open to anyone with Type 2 diabetes and their family members. For more information on the support group, contact Laura Slaathaug, RD LD, at 218-281-9589.
The Benedictine Living Community Auxiliary is looking for new members. For those interested in joining, you can contact President Diane Seddon at 218-280-6736.
The Crookston License Center is now offering the Class D written test for permit’s, new to state residents, and MN reinstatements. The test is available by appointment for a fee of $10.00. If you want to schedule an appointment, please call 218.281.5423 or email licensecenter@co.polk.mn.us.
The Crookston Public Library’s Books & Brews Book Club meet 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 own food and drinks. All are welcome.
The Crookston Public Library’s Reading by the Red Book Club meet the fourth Tuesday of every month at the library at 6:30 p.m. They will discuss books and enjoy beverages.
The Golden Link is serving noon lunch Monday through Friday. The cost is $7. Veterans’ meals are half price on the first Monday of the month. Call 281-3072 by 10:00 the day you plan to have lunch.
The Crookston Friends of the Library meet on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.
The Crookston Library Board meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 5:15.
Polk County Public Health is available to answer questions about essential services such as groceries, medications, and other daily items at 281-3385. The phone is staffed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 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.
Polk County Public Health is available to answer questions about COVID 19 and help obtain essential services such as groceries, medications, and other daily items at 281-3385. The phone is staffed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
For information on the Care and Share New Hope Food Shelf website click here. For more information or to donate, call 218-277-0000.
The Golden Link is now renting rooms for parties. Free for members. Call 218-281-3072 for details.
The Crookston Early Childhood Family Education is hosting a free virtual class “Book it and Cook it” once a week, from now until May. The class will be pre-recorded each week and available for your convenience. The class is designed to show you the benefits of cooking with your children. Registration is not required, for more information please contact the Community Education Office at 218-281-5078.
The Crookston Early Childhood Family Education is hosting a free class “Unplug and Play” every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month from now until May. The class is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for ages birth to five at Washington School. Registration is not required, for more information please contact the Community Education Office at 218-281-5078.
The Crookston Early Childhood Family Education is hosting a class “Music in Me” featuring Kindermusik every Wednesday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. from now until May. Kindermusik uses the power and joy of music-making to help children learn and grow during the most playful, interactive, and developmentally appropriate music and movement activities. Registration is required and the cost of the class is $30. For more information, please contact the Community Education Office at 218-281-5078.
