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 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 Crookston High School Trivia Team will participate in a Junior High Knowledge Bowl at Thief River Falls today, at 9:45 a.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Smear and Beginning Cribbage today, at 1:00 p.m., and a SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Crookston Eagles will have Bar BINGO tonight, at 6:30 p.m. The kitchen will be open serving food.
The Crookston Eagles Auxiliary #873 awards a $500 scholarship annually. Applications are available at the Crookston High School or by contacting Sheila Menard at 218-289-3212. Or email crookstoneaglesauxiliary873@gmail.com. Applicants must have a relative who is a member of the Crookston Auxiliary, but do not need to attend school in Crookston. Applications must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2022.
The Veterans Benefits Fair will be on Friday, April 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Crookston National Guard Armory. The event is open to the public with multiple vendors giving helpful programs to veterans and veteran families.
The Crookston Eagles will have Bar BINGO $500 must go final blackout on Friday, April 1, at 6:30 p.m. The kitchen will be open serving food.
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 Crookston Eagles will have Bar BINGO $400 must go final blackout on Saturday, April 2, at 3:00 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Guitar Lessons at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 4, and a Sit, Stand, & Dance Class at 2:00 p.m.
The Crookston City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, April 4, at 5:30 p.m.
The Crookston Eagles will have Burger Night on Monday, April 4, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. 1/3-pound burger and fries for $7. Toppings include cheese, ketchup, mustard, raw or fried onions and pickles. There will also be a Smear Tournament at 7:00 p.m.
The Polk County Board of Commissioners will meet Tuesday, April 5 at 8:00 a.m. at the Polk County Government Center.
RiverView Health Auxiliary is set to host a Collective Goods Sale, (previously the Books Are Fun event). Items include books, electronics, home goods, linens and blankets, kids’ gifts and more. This sale will compliment easter basket fillers or other special occasions. The popular event is on Tuesday, April 5th and Wednesday, April 6th from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in RiverView’s Conference Room’s, 1-3. A portion of the proceeds will go towards hospital and clinic projects to enhance patient care. Masks and social distancing will be required.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards at 1:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 5, and SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have their Entertainment Committee Meeting on Tuesday, April 5, at 1:30 p.m.
The Crookston City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, April 5, at 4:30 p.m.
The Fisher American Legion will host an Auxiliary Meeting on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 6, Crafters’ Corner at 9:00 a.m., Experienced Cribbage at 10:00 a.m. and will be watching a movie “Being a Ricardo” at 1:30 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 Crookston High School Large Group Band & Choir Contest will be held on Wednesday, April 6
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 6
The Crookston High School Trivia team will participate in the State Knowledge Bowl on Thursday, April 7
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Reflexology at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 7, Smear, Ruth’s Bridge Club, Beginning Cribbage at 1:00 p.m., and SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
Jessica Lepird will hold a “Navigating Grief & Self-care for Yourself & Others” virtual class on Thursday, April 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The class is free and open to the public. Registration is required by at least one day prior to the class date. To see the see the schedule and register for the class you can go to https://www.hrrv.org/grief-support/monthly-grief-class-schedule/. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the Grief Department at 800-237-4629 or at grief@hrrv.org
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 musical 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 High School presents the musical “Godspell” Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 8-10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Crookston High School Auditorium. Tickets are available from the cast members and at the door. Adults are $8.00 and students are $5.00.
The Crookston High School will be holding a Prom Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, April 9, from 8:00 a.m. to noon at the Masonic Lodge. Breakfast menu will include Waffles, French Toast, Gluten free Pancakes, Sausage, Orange Juice, and Coffee.
Gentilly Township will be doing their road inspection on April 9, 2022. They will begin their inspection at the intersection of 270th St. SW and 180th Ave SW (County Hwy 44) starting at 10:00 AM.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Guitar Lessons at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 11, a Sit, Stand, & Dance Class at 2:00 p.m., Ken’s Study Group at 6:00 p.m. and the Collector’s Club at 6:30 p.m.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Tri Valley Opportunity Council on April 11 and 12
The University of Crookston will welcome Buddhist monk, Wongdue Sango Gurung to campus on April 11 to the 20 as he will take part in the ancient Tibetan Buddhist tradition of the creation and destruction of a sand mandala. The community and students on the UMN Crookston campus will be able to watch him create the sand mandala in person or online at https://www.kaltura.com/tiny/0s711. Special tours will be offered Friday and Saturday, April 15 and 16 from 10:00 am.-2:00 p.m. Parking will be available in Lot “A”. The closing ceremony will be at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 20 in the International Lounge.
The Crookston Lions 2-Day Community Blood Drive will take place on Monday, April 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, April 12, from 7:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Crookston. You can schedule your donation by going to vitalant.org, or by calling Linda Morgan at 218-289-5006.
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 High School Band/Choir Concert will take place on Monday, April 11, in the CHS Auditorium at 7:30 p.m.
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 Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards at 1:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 12, SAIL Exercise Class at 2:00 p.m., and Deb’s Canasta at 6:00 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have a VFW Meeting on Tuesday, April 12 at 6:00 p.m.
The Fisher American Legion will host a Legion & SAL Meeting on Tuesday, 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
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 13, Experienced Cribbage at 10:00 a.m. Bridge Group at 12:30 p.m., and a Free Easter Bunny Sock Craft at 2:30 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have a Board Meeting on Wednesday, April 13 at 9:00 a.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have their American Legion Meeting on Wednesday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m.
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.
UMN Crookston will be holding a meditation night “Mandalas, Mindfulness, and Meditation: Learning to Calm our Anxious Minds”, hosted by Trey Everett, on Wednesday, April 13, from 4:00 to 6:00 in the Bede Ballroom. Pandemics, wars, and political polarization only add to our already everyday anxious minds. What can we do to bring about calm and healing to ourselves and those around us? During this two-hour workshop you will explore, practice, and discuss a variety of simple modern and ancient meditation techniques that help reduce stress and anxiety. You can sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UGZ3hUXZYqwFX69Jm36Adij2EKolZz21zVULLXOmiuo/prefill
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 13
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Foot Care Appointments from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday, April 14, call 218-281-3072 to make your appointment.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Smear, and Beginning Cribbage at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, and SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
RiverView Health is offering a CPR class on Thursday, April 14, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the RiverView Home Care Building, 721 South Minnesota Street in Crookston. Cost is $50 for those needing certification and for those not needing certification the class is free. Due to COVID-19, class sizes are limited, no walk-ins will be allowed, and face masks are required. To register, call 218-281-9405.
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.
Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 17-23. The Benedictine Living Community Center will be hosting a cake, coffee and learning event in the Benedictine Living Community Center library on Thursday, April 21 at 1:00 p.m. If you are a current volunteer or wanting to become a new volunteer, they ask that you join them for this learning event. Please R.S.V.P. to Ashley Melsa at 218-281-9273 or ashley.melsa@benedictineliving.org.
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 Golden Link Senior Center will have Guitar Lessons at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 18, and a Sit, Stand, & Dance Class at 2:00 p.m., and a trip to the Crookston Community Theater at 5:00 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards at 1:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 19, and SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 20, Crafters’ Corner at 9:00 a.m., Experienced Cribbage at 10:00 a.m., and an AARP Driver’s Safety Class from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 20
The Benedictine Living Community in Crookston will be hosting a Cake, Coffee, & Learning event in the BLC-C Library for Volunteer Appreciation Week on Thursday, April 21, at 1:00 p.m. If you are a current volunteer, they invite you to join them for this learning event. You can RSVP to Ashley Melsa at 218-281-9273 or at ashley.melsa@benedictineliving.org
The Golden Link Senior Center will have an AARP Driver’s Safety Class from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 21, Smear, Beginning Cribbage at 1:00 p.m., and SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have its DAV Meeting on Thursday, April 21, at 7:00 p.m.
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 University of Minnesota Crookston is bringing back its “In the Spirit of Cinco de Mayo” event on Friday, April 22. The event is open to the public and free of charge, with the first tier of the celebration going from 3:00-5:30 p.m., which will feature children’s arts & crafts activities in the Bede Ballroom such as paper mâché flowers, Dia de Los Muertos items, Caquitos, and Aztec calendars, among others. A free meal will take place in the Brown Dining Room from 4:30-7:00 p.m. featuring colorful and flavorful dishes from Mexico. There will then be a dance performance by the Los Alegres Bailadores Dance Troupe at 7:00 p.m. in the Kiehle Auditorium.
The Crookston Gun Club will have its 41ST Annual Crookston Family Fun Night and Awards Banquet Friday, April 22 at the Crookston Eagles. Social at 6:00 p.m. and stuffed pork chop or walleye dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $30 for adults and $25 for under 18 years. Ticket price includes dinner and a chance to win a firearm. Auction and raffle items include firearms, wildlife prints, and shooter packages. Need not be present to win. For ticket information, call Steve at 289-2115.
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.
Spring Clean-Up Week in Crookston is April 25th through the 29th. Place items on your street boulevard on your regular garbage day and they should be separated into piles: garbage, clothing cardboard, appliances, furniture, metal items, demolition, yard waste and tires. Branches must be cut in four-foot lengths and bundled. Devices such as T.V.’s, computer monitors, etc. cannot be landfilled and will not be collected during clean-up. They need to be disposed of at the Transfer Station.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have NAPS Food Box Pick-up in their Parking Lot from 9:00-10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 25
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Guitar Lessons at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 25, and a Sit, Stand, & Dance Class at 2:00 p.m.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Altru Clinic and the Eagles Lodge the week of April 25-29.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Pinochle and Recycled Cards at 1:00 p.m., on Tuesday, April 26, and SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
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 14th Annual Crookston High School Triple-A: Academics, Arts, and Athletics, Senior Recognition Banquet will be Monday, May 2 at 6:00 p.m. in the CHS Commons. Tickets for parents, family members and friends may be purchased at the Crookston High School, KROX and Montague’s. Tickets must be purchased by Monday, April 25. Cost of tickets is $15, make checks payable to Triple A. Members of sponsoring clubs can purchase tickets for $12. Senior students are free. If you have any special dietary needs, call Paul or Carol at Irishman’s Shanty, 281-9912. If you have any questions, contact Greg Garmen at 281-2144 or Margee Keller at 218-349-4566.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Men’s Cards at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, Experienced Cribbage at 10:00 a.m. and Bridge Group at 12:30 p.m.
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 4:00 to 5:30 pm on April 27. RSVPs are required.
The Fisher American Legion will be holding Wednesday Burger Night on Wednesday, April 27
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Foot Care Appointments from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday, April 28, call 218-281-3072 to make your appointment.
The Golden Link Senior Center will have Smear and Beginning Cribbage at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, and SAIL Exercise Class at 2:30 p.m.
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 Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Crookston City Employees and the Crookston Woman’s Club the week of May 2-6.
The 14th Annual Crookston High School Triple A: Academics, Arts, and Athletics Senior Recognition Banquet will be Monday, May 2 at 6:00 p.m. in the CHS Commons.
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.
RiverView Health will host a four-hour First Aid Class Thursday, May 5 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 $50. To register or for more info, call 281-9405.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Home Delivered Meals Board and V.F.W. & Auxiliary on the week of May 9-13.
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 Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Our Saviors Lutheran Church and the Methodist Church on the week of May 16-20.
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 Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Presbyterian Church on the week of May 23-27.
There will be no Home Delivered Meals on May 30 for Memorial Day.
The Crookston Home Delivered Meals will be delivered by the Crookston Public Schools on the week of May 31 to June 3.
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
The University of Minnesota Extension Beef Team and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association are teaming up to host the 2022 Minnesota Summer Beef Tour on Tuesday, July 12. Tickets can be purchased online at z.umn.edu/MNSummerBeefTour for $25 per person until June 15. Tickets purchased after June 15 will cost $30 online or at the door. Lunch and Dinner will be included.
The University of Minnesota Extension Beef Team and the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association are teaming up to host the 2022 Minnesota Summer Beef Tour on Tuesday, July 12. Tickets can be purchased online at z.umn.edu/MNSummerBeefTour for $30 online or at the door. Lunch and Dinner will be included.
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.
