Bemidji BuyLine | May 18, 2024

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Out of This World

activity pack available from Parks and Rec

BEMIDJI — The city of Bemidji Parks and Recreation Department is offering an Out of This World activity pack, which contains space-themed crafts.

The kit includes one bag, two activity packets, 10 colored pencils, two CD Saturn crafts, two UV light handprint crafts, two constellation crafts and two phases of the moon with Oreos. Activity packs cost $20 each and can be purchased at the Tourist Information Center, 300 Bemidji Ave. N, or online at www.

ci.bemidji.mn.us

For more information, call (218) 308-3780.

Headwaters Kawaii

Chroma Art Camp set for June 3-7

BEMIDJI — Registra-

tion is now open for Headwaters Kawaii Chroma Art Camp program, which will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on June 3-7, at Headwaters Music and Arts, 519 Minnesota Ave. NW.

This camp for kids ages 7-12 will explore the enchanting Japanese kawaii art style within the captivating realm of color theory.

Camp instructor and artist Shannon Stormy Reyes will lead campers into a world of vibrant imagination and artistic expression through the fundamentals of kawaii design, helping them bring their own cute and expressive characters to life on paper, a release said. Through hands-on activities, games and projects,

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campers will experiment with the power of color, learning to convey feelings and moods in their artwork.

During Kawaii Character Design Workshops, campers will learn the intricacies of crafting lovable and charming kawaii characters through stepby-step guidance from experienced artists.

In Color Theory Explorations, participants will unravel the secrets of color theory, discover how different hues and shades can evoke a spectrum of emotions and experiment with various color combinations to create visually stunning and emotionally resonant artwork, the release said.

The camp will conclude with a showcase where campers will display their artwork, celebrating their newfound skills and friendships.

The cost to attend is $140 per participant, including a $40 nonrefundable deposit. Space is limited so advance registration is required.

The registration deadline is Monday, May 20. To register or learn more,

visit www.headwatersmusicandarts.org or call (218) 444-5606. The Skally Line to perform at Bemidji Public Library May 18

BEMIDJI — The Bemidji Public Library will host The Skally Line on its regional spring tour at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, at the library, 509 America Ave.

“Named after the old rail line connecting Duluth with the Twin Cities, The Skally Line steams its way around the curves and bends of early American music: string band blues, Appalachian ballads, fiddle tunes, early country and bluegrass and

Tin Pan Alley music,” a release said. “Along the way, they tell forgotten stories about old Minnesota, play original music rooted in that history and have a rip-roaring good time.”

Comprised of musicians Fred Keller and Bill Cagley, The Skally Line is a band dedicated to creating an experience through old-time music and song with a focus on Minnesota history and story.

This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Kate Egelhof at egelhofk@krls.org or (218) 751-3963.

Cancer benefit dinner for Dawn Premo set for May 18

CASS LAKE — A cancer benefit dinner for Dawn Premo will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, at the Pike Bay Town Hall, 15514 MN-371. The benefit will include a silent auction, bake sale, fry bread tacos and an ice cream social. The “Love for Dawn Premo” benefit is being held to help defray medical costs for Premo due to her diagnosis of stage two lung cancer. She is being treated at Joe Lueken Cancer Center with chemo, radiation and immunotherapy, a release said.

Northern Artist Association to hold monthly meeting

BEMIDJI — The Northern Artist Association will hold its monthly meeting at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 20, at the Bemidji Eagles Club, 1270 Neilson Ave. SE.

“If you would like information to become a member, please join us,” a release said. “The public is welcome to attend and encouraged to invite a friend.”

For more information, call Grace at (218) 556-1042 or visit www.northernartistassociation.com.

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Master Gardeners, Bemidji Garden Club to hold spring plant sale

BEMIDJI — The Bemidji Garden Club and the Beltrami County Master Gardeners will hold a spring plant sale from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 18, in the 4-H and Extension Building at the Beltrami County Fairgrounds, 7223 Fairgrounds Road NW.

As participating sponsors in the Birds, Bees and Butterflies campaign, the plant sale will showcase and have for sale native and other perennial plants that support monarch butterflies, bees and birds.

There will be a wide variety of sun and shade perennials, native plants, annuals, vegetables, seeds and herbs for sale, all of which have been donated by members of the two organizations, a release said.

Members will be available during the plant sale to assist attendees, answer their flower and vegetable gardening questions and share information on both of the organizations. Information will also be available on various plants participants can purchase at their local greenhouse to support the effort, the release said.

The Master Gardeners and Bemidji Garden Club will use the proceeds from the sale for gardening education and public garden maintenance in Bemidji.

Four Pines Bookstore to host Minnesota authors May 19

BEMIDJI — Four Pines Bookstore will host Minnesota authors Jess Lourey, Kristi Belcamino and Sarah Stonich at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, at the bookstore, 102 Third St. NW.

The three authors will discuss books, writing and more. Attendees can participate in a questionand-answer session with the authors and a book signing.

Lourey’s newly revised novel, “May Day,” tells the story of a waitress turned librarian turned investigator after she finds her new lover murdered, a release said.

“’May Day’ is a laughout-loud cozy mystery set in Battle Lake, Minn.,”

Four Pines employee Rachel Harris said in the release. “It is the perfect read to kick off the summer.”

Lourey is a bestselling author who writes about small-town secrets. She has won and been nominated for various awards.

Stonich writes contemporary fiction and is most known for her novel, “Fishing.” Belcamino is a USA Today Bestseller who writes dark

mysteries about strong women seeking justice, the release said.

The event is free, but participants should RSVP to secure a seat. To RSVP or pre-order a copy of “May Day,” visit fourpinesbookstore.com.

Contra dance set for May 18 at Rail River Folk School

BEMIDJI — Bemidji Contra Dance will host a community contra dance

at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, at Rail River Folk School, 303 Railroad St. SW.

Contra dancing is a lively, traditional social dance that originated in New England and is now done all over the United States, a release said. The community is invited to dance to live music by the O’Neil Family Band of East Grand Forks, with calling by Wendy Greenburg.

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by the caller and experience or partners will not be necessary. A free-will donation of $5 to $10 is suggested but not required. For more information, visit the Bemidji Contra Dance Facebook page.

Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society to hold summer events

BEMIDJI — The Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society will host a Boreal Book Club, Plein Air Painting class and a Mindful Yoga series this summer, at the Neilson Spearhead Center nature preserve, 48851 County 29.

Boreal Book Club will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 19. This month’s book is “Wilding” by Isabella Tree. These monthly meetings, held the second to last Sunday of each month from May to October, will begin with a short hike followed by a discussion of the book of the month.

Books are selected with the goal of including Minnesota-specific topics, Indigenous voices, memoirs, humor and adventure, and information about the natural world that provokes awe and a closer connection to the earth, a release said.

The cost is $5 per month or $30 for the whole season.

Plein Air Painting:

Capturing the Northwoods Landscape will be held from noon to 2 p.m. on May 25, June 15 and Aug. 10. Instructor Gillian Bedford will lead participants in techniques for painting outside, using acrylics to capture the landscape. Bedford’s approach as a teacher is to offer simple techniques as tools and to encourage her students to find their own artistic voice, the release said.

Attendees should bring several sheets of watercolor paper, a water bottle and a folding stool or chair if needed. Paint and palette, brushes, paper towels, clipboards and tape will be available.

The cost is $30 per class or $90 for the series.

Mindful Yoga: Stretch and Flow will be

held from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, led by instructor Ann Gorman. These monthly classes, held the last Tuesday of each month from April through September, invite participants to engage their senses and relax in their practice while taking in the sights, sounds and smells of nature, the release said. Participants are asked to dress in comfortable layers suited to the outside temperature the day of class and bring a water bottle. Yoga mats will be available or you can bring your own.

Weather permitting, classes will be held outdoors. The cost is $15 per class or $75 for the series.

Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society Members receive a discount. For more information or to register, visit spearheadmhas.org/events.

David and Rivka Costello to speak at Hope Temple Messianic Fellowship

BEMIDJI — Hope Temple Messianic Fellowship will host David and Rivka Costello at its service at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 19, at 3117 15th St. NW.

The couple are visiting from the Chicago area, a release said. David is the lead teacher at Ahavas Chinam Synagogue and Rivka teaches women’s studies online. Their lesson will range from basic bible teachings to a more chasidic understanding of the book of Matthew, the release said. The service will begin at 10 a.m. and finish around 6 p.m. with lunch and dinner breaks.

All are welcome, the release said.

BAAE announces 2024 grant and scholarship opportunities

BEMIDJI — The Bemidji Area Arts Endowment recently announced its

2024 grant and scholarship opportunities.

Schools, nonprofit groups or arts organizations in the Bemidji area may request a grant of up to $1,500 from the BAAE Arts Project Grant Fund to produce an arts event, put on a workshop, develop an arts organization, sponsor touring arts events or sponsor an artist in residence among other activities.

Applicants that are not schools or nonprofit organizations must use a fiscal agent.

A scholarship opportunity from the Everett Wilimek Endowment for Orchestral String Studies is also open for Bemidji area youth ages 8-15 to study violin, viola, cello or bass. Scholarship funds can be used to cover lesson costs, training, instrumental rental and more, a release said.

Applications can be found online at www. nwmf.org under “Open Grant Rounds.” Printed applications will not be available this year.

The application deadline for the Arts Project Grant Fund and Everett Wilimek Endowment is May 31.

A component fund of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, the grant and scholarship program supports the mission of the BAAE, which is to “create a community in which the arts flourish and enhance our lives.”

Grants to be awarded through the BAAE Arts Project grant round are made possible through BAAE and the following funds: Patt and Ernie Rall Children’s Performing Arts Fund, the Sandy Kaul Fund for the Arts Fund, the Frederick Marshall Fund and the John Rabel Memorial Music Fund.

Beltrami County Historical Society photo

The Cottage Grocery store at 1101 Irvine Ave. NW, 1910. Pictured are proprietor P.M. Decaire and Joseph Bogart.

Jason-Aeric Huenecke to present ‘Unity in Polarity’ May 19

BEMIDJI — The Headwaters Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will host Jason-Aeric Huenecke’s presentation “Unity in Plurality” at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 19, at Headwaters Peace Center, 1826 Mikrantip Road SW.

In addition to his practice as a homeopathic practitioner and astrologer, Huenecke co-founded and leads as faculty at the Prometheus Homeopathic Institute. This institute, rooted in classical homeopathy, embraces the Spiral Learning Theory, Growth Mindset and the inherent healing properties of the Life Force, a release said.

Huenecke also spearheads research initiatives as the principal investigator in Field Provings, collaborating with a global team to explore the medicinal potential of various substances for homeopathic remedies. Conversation and refreshments will follow the service. Child care will be provided during the one-hour program. For more information contact Tricia Andrews at (218) 760-7446.

Hope House REACH support group cancels May meeting

BEMIDJI — The Hope House Families and

Friends Support Group will not meet on May 21 due to extended site renovation.

The group will meet next at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18, at Hope House, 2014 Seventh Street SE.

The June meeting will include a panel on adult foster care featuring a licensing specialist and representatives from corporate and family adult foster care, a release said.

This group is open to anyone who has a loved one with mental illness; all families and friends are welcome.

There is no fee to attend. The meeting will be held in the yellow building at Hope House.

For more information, call Hope House at (218) 444-6748, extension 109. NELL’s ‘BBQ Like a Pro’ program set for May 22

BAGLEY — Northern Exposure to Lifelong Learning’s spring series continues with “You Too Can BBQ Like a Pro” at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 22, at the Bagley American Legion, 112 Main Ave. N.

The owners of Mustang Sally BBQ in Marshall, Minn., will teach attendees how to barbecue like a pro this summer.

”Last year the couple shared about their 17-year journey on the professional BBQ circuit,” a release said. “In this program, the duo

will demonstrate how to prepare meat for the smoker while meats are smoking, followed by a tasting.”

They will be smoking beef brisket, pork butt, St. Louis style ribs and serving Blooming Bologna. There will also be cole slaw and rolls to go along with the meat tasting.

Doors open at 9 a.m. with the program starting at 9:30 a.m. This event is free and open to the public.

Emergency food and shelter grant applications available BEMIDJI — The United Way of Bemidji Area is now accepting applications for emergency food and shelter funding for Beltrami County agencies through 5 p.m. on Friday, May 24.

The federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program is providing $20,567 for agencies serving Beltrami County residents with emergency food and shelter needs backdated to Oct. 1, 2022, and new needs through Dec 31, 2024.

In each funded jurisdiction, a local board advertises the availability of the funds, establishes local priorities, selects local nonprofit and government agencies to receive supplemental funding and monitors program compliance, a release said.

The EFS Program has been in existence since 1983 and was authorized under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 1987. EFS Program funds are used to supplement already existing food, shelter, rent, mortgage and utility assistance programs with nondisaster-related needs. Applications may be accessed by visiting unitedwaybemidji.org/grantopportunities. Completed applications must be emailed to halen@unitedwaybemidji.org.

Buzzle Osterdalen Church to host annual memorial service

BUZZLE TOWNSHIP — Buzzle Osterdalen Church will hold its annual memorial service at noon on Sunday, May 26. A business meeting will follow the service, and then a potluck lunch will be served. Members,

friends and neighbors are all welcome. For more information, call Marlyce at (218) 751-1996.

Laporte American Legion to host ‘Some Gave All’ Day event LAPORTE — The American Legion and Auxiliary of Laporte Post 462 will be honoring the service of veterans this Memorial Day with a “Some Gave All” event on Monday, May 27. The day will start at 9 a.m. with a brief speech followed by the presentation of the colors by the Honor Guard, a rifle salute and “Taps” at Laporte Catholic Cemetery, 695 First Ave. NW. At 10 a.m. there will be a program featuring the Honor Guard, speakers, music, bell ringing ceremony and “Taps” at the Laporte School, 315 Main St. W. The Honor Guard will continue down to the

Garfield Lake Landing to present a wreath in remembrance of those lost at sea. The program will conclude at the Lakeport Cemetery with a brief speech, Honor Guard, rifle salute, presentation of a wreath and “Taps.”

After-school food program available at Boys and Girls Club

BEMIDJI — The Boys and Girls Club of the Bemidji Area is participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program to offer afterschool meals to kids at the club.

Free meals will be provided to all enrolled children. Meals will meet nutritional standards established by the USDA, a release said.

Meals will be offered from 2:40 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, with select days off. The program will end on May 31, 2024.

Trinity Lutheran in Lake George to hold Memorial Day service

LAKE GEORGE —

Trinity Lutheran Church in Lake George will host a special Memorial Day service at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 27, at the church, 37115 U.S. Highway 71.

The service will include displays of military uniforms and memorabilia, photos of honored veterans, and songs and hymns. Bemidji VFW Post 1260 will host military honors.

The guest speaker will be Ike Eickhoff, a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran. Eickhoff will share his story about his experience with faith and life in a warzone, a release said.

Refreshments will be served following the service. All are welcome.

Veterans are encouraged to wear uniforms, military clothing and hats.

Bemidji Area Community Band to hold rehearsals

BEMIDJI — The Bemidji Area Community Band will begin rehearsing for its 2024 summer concert series at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, in the band room at Bangsberg Fine Arts Complex.

New members are welcome to attend, a release said. The band will perform four concerts this summer, on June 16, June 30, July 21 and Aug. 4. Concerts will be held on the lawn south of Bangsberg Hall.

Attendees of the concerts are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. In case of inclement weather, concerts are moved indoors at Bangsberg.

There is no charge for the concerts, but free-will donations will be accepted.

Pet Fixers clinics scheduled for June 1-2

BEMIDJI — Great River Rescue will host low-cost spay and neuter clinics through its Pet Fixers program this year.

Qualified pet owners and caretakers can get their pets spayed or neutered and receive other low-cost preventative care services, including vaccinations and microchips, at an upcoming weekend clinic, a release said.

Clinics are typically held once per month at Great River Rescue, located at 1612 Carr Lake Road SE.

Dates for this year’s clinics are:

• June 1 and 2

July 13 and 14

Aug. 10 and 11

Sept. 7 and 8

• Oct. 5 and 6

• Nov. 2 and 3

Registration for each clinic opens on the first of the month prior to the scheduled clinic. Income qualifications along with all available services and prices can be found on the Pet Fixers page of the Great River Rescue website.

A $40 deposit per animal is required at the time of registration to secure a spot. Those unable to access the website can call (218) 760-1307

to get help with registration. Additional dates and opportunities may be added. Check the Great River Rescue website and Facebook page for additional opportunity announcements. Approximately 70 to 80 pets are spayed or neutered at each weekend clinic, the release said. Pet Fixers sponsors for this year include Ace on the Lake Hardware, Modern Woodmen of America, First National Bank Bemidji, Super 8 of Bemidji and Petco Love. For more information, visit greatriverrescue. com.

Summer Theater Day Camp set for June 3-14

BEMIDJI — The city of Bemidji Parks and Recreation Department and Bemidji Community Theater will hold Summer Theater Day Camp from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and Fridays, June 3-14.

During the day camp, participants will be placed in a camp section based on their age, interest and performance experience. Skill sections include basic stagecraft, advanced performance, script-writing, musical theater and tech and set design, a release said.

This camp is also known as BCT JR. The location is to be determined.

The cost per participant is $100. Limited scholarships are also available. Register and find more information at www. ci.bemidji.mn.us or call (218) 333-1862.

Parks and Rec to offer nature book club

BEMIDJI — The city of Bemidji Parks and Recreation Department will offer a nature book club from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays from

June 4 through Aug. 13, at the Historic Carnegie Library, 426 Bemidji Ave. N.

The group will meet every other week to discuss nature-themed books. The book, coffee and tea will be provided, a release said.

Titles will include:

• “Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teaching of Plants,” by Robin Wall Kimmerer.

“The Overstory,” by Richard Powers.

• “Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter,” by Ben Goldfarb.

“The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt’s New World,” by Andrea Wulf.

The cost is $15 per participant. Register online at www.ci.bemidji.mn.us. For more information, contact (218) 333-1862.

Beltrami Area Service Collaborative sets 2024 meeting dates

BEMIDJI — The Beltrami Area Service Collaborative has set its meeting dates for the remainder of the year. All meetings will run from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on select Wednesdays and are open to the public.

“For more than 20 years, the Beltrami Area Service Collaborative has successfully partnered with area

stakeholders to plan, implement and sustain prevention and early intervention services for the children and families of Beltrami County,” The BASC website reads. “BASC has been recognized as a leader in Minnesota’s Collaborative movement.”

Meetings are set for the following dates: • June 12 Aug. 14 Oct. 9 Dec. 11

Contact the BASC Office at (218) 333-8190 for the Zoom link or location information.

Paul Bunyan Vintage Auto Club to host vintage car gatherings

BEMIDJI — The Paul Bunyan Vintage Auto Club will host First City Cruise-Ins from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, June 15, July 20, Aug. 17 and Sept. 21, at Lueken’s South, 609 Washington Ave. S. The events will include

antiques, collectors, new electric and late model vehicles and many more. There is no cost to attend or participate, all are welcome. Boy Scouts of America will provide brats, chips and soda.

Parks and Rec to offer Nature Explorers day camp

BEMIDJI — The city of Bemidji Parks and Recreation Department will host a Nature Explorers day camp from 8 a.m. to noon on June 24-28, at North Country Park, 1001 30th St. NW.

“Explore the wilderness during this naturebased camp,” a release said. Participants will enjoy lots of fun activities, crafts and snacks. The cost is $60 per participant. For more information and to register, visit www.ci.bemidji.mn.us or call (218) 333-1862.

Neen’s Future Space Scholarship applications open

BEMIDJI — The Neen’s Future in Space Scholarship, a component fund of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation, is seeking qualified applicants to apply for the 2024 scholarship round.

The annual scholarship is dedicated to qualified students who have graduated within northwest Minnesota, and who are pursuing their junior or senior year in post-secondary education or postgraduate study through a college, university, or other accredited non-profit technical or vocational education/training institution or program.

Eligibility requirements:

The student must have graduated from a school district within the NMF service area, which includes Red Lake and White Earth Nations and Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Kittson, Lake of the Woods, Mahnomen, Marshall, Norman, Pennington, Polk, Red Lake and Roseau Counties.

The student must intend to enter their junior or senior year or post-graduate program, majoring in the study of science, math, technology or engineering with the preference for entering a career in astrophysics, aeronautical engineering or aerospace. Financial need will be considered in awarding the scholarship but is not an eligibility requirement.

• The student will have a minimum of a “B” or its equivalent, grade point average, and demonstrate a willingness to earn a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.

• Previous recipients may reapply for a secondyear scholarship; scholarship renewals are not guaranteed.  Application process Applications are completed online through the NMF website www.nwmf. org. Click on “Scholarships” on the home page.

A completed application includes providing transcripts and two letters of recommendation, as well as a short essay regarding the student’s non-work experience, internships and/or community involvement. The deadline for the scholarship is Friday, May 31. Those interested in learning about establishing a scholarship fund at Northwest Minnesota Foundation or supporting the Neen’s Future in Space Scholarship can visit www.nwmf.org.

Aaron Lewis to perform at Sanford Center in Bemidji June 30

BEMIDJI — The Sanford Center will host “Aaron Lewis: The American Patriot Tour” at 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 30, at the Center, 1111 Event Center Drive NE.

”Aaron Lewis, the Vermont-born powerhouse, first found success with Staind – the 2000s-era hard rockers who injected meditative muscle into an era better known for mindless aggression,” a release said. “But while that band is still very much alive, it was never enough to satisfy Lewis’ creative drive.”

As a solo artist, Lewis has had two albums reach number one on the Billboard Country Album Debut charts: “Town Line” and “Sinner.” His song “Country Boy,” with George Jones and Charlie Daniels, went platinum and “Am I the Only One” was a gold-certified Billboard number-one hit. Lewis’ 2022 album “Frayed at Both Ends” was the bestselling country album in America, the release said.

”No matter the sonic setting, Lewis writes and sings to get his truth out and his upcoming album ‘The Hill’ is no different,” added the release. Tickets are available now and range from $49 to $125, plus applicable fees. Tickets are available at the Sanford Center Box Office at (218) 441-4032 and at ticketmaster.com.

Bemidji State to offer Beaver Happy Hour events for alumni

BEMIDJI — The Bemidji State Alumni and Foundation will offer Beaver Happy Hour events to alumni and friends at local bars and restaurants starting Wednesday, May 8.

The events will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every other month. Here’s a look at the upcoming schedule:

• July 10: Ruttger’s Birchmont Lodge Sept. 11: Bar 209 Nov. 13: Brigid’s Irish

Pub

• Jan. 8: Corner Bar

• March 12: Keg N’ Cork Beaver Happy Hours provide an opportunity for all community members to connect with Alumni and Foundation staff and others in attendance, make meaningful contacts and build camaraderie around all things BSU, a release said. Meals on Wheels seeks Bemidji area volunteers

BEMIDJI — The local Meals on Wheels program is seeking volunteers to help deliver meals to seniors in the area who need a hot meal and someone to check up on them.

For more information or to sign up to be a volunteer driver, call Jenny at (218) 444-3987.

John Egelhof to offer beginner bagpipe meetings

BEMIDJI — Bagpiper John Egelhof will hold beginner bagpipe interest group meetings from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, at First Lutheran Church, 900 Bemidji Ave. N. Attendees should be interested in Celtic/Gaelic bagpipe music and learning this storied instrument, a release said. Participants must have a hand size sufficient to cover the holes on a practice instrument, called a practice chanter. Attendees must obtain a practice chanter and tutor book to begin learning. Limited tutoring will be available during the meeting. Egelhof has been a

member of the New Hampshire Law Enforcement Association Pipes and Drums, taught at the Headwaters School of Music and Arts and played with local bands. Meetings are free to attend and all are welcome, the release said.

For more information, contact Egelhof at (218) 209-1560 or join the Bagpipes Around Bemidji Facebook group.

Bagley Senior Center offers weekly programming

BAGLEY — The Bagley Senior Center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday each week and offers a variety of programming for seniors and more.

Featuring a gift store, thrift shop and great coffee, the center, located at 26 Main Ave. N, is a great place to come and spend an afternoon and make new friends.

The Yarn Club meets at 10 a.m. on the first and third Tuesdays each month. The Whist Gang meets at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays each week, all are welcome to participate.

The center also offers Meals on Wheels for dine-in and delivery.

For more information, call (218) 694-6873.

Cards and bingo scheduled at Blackduck Senior Center

BLACKDUCK — The Blackduck Senior Center will host cards every Wednesday at 1 p.m. and bingo every Thursday at 1 p.m., at the center.

”These events are open to the surrounding community,” a release said. “You do not need to be a member of the Senior Center to take part in these activities.”

For more info, call (218) 835-7719.

Community Table offers sit-down meals

BEMIDJI — Mt. Zion and United Methodist Churches of Bemidji offer sit-down Community Table meals on Mondays through Thursdays. The doors open at 4:40 p.m. with meals being served from 5 to 6 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays at Mt. Zion and Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Methodist Church. The meals are free and open to the public, everyone is welcome.

Comedian Charlie Berens returns to Bemidji Oct. 5

BEMIDJI — Comedian, New York Times bestselling author, Emmywinning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute Charlie Berens is bringing his Midwest-focused sketch comedy back to Bemidji at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Sanford Center, 1111 Event Center Drive NE. Berens was last in Bemidji at the Sanford Center in November 2022, where he performed to a sold-out crowd with his humor and uniquely hilarious Midwest comedy, a release said. He began his career working for MTV News’ Choose or Lose. In 2012, Tribune Media tapped him to host the comedic news show Nightcap. In 2013, he won an Emmy for “The Cost of Water” while reporting for KDAF, a television station in Dallas, Texas.

Berens has since been featured on Comedy Central, Fox, Funny or Die, TBS and more. His comedic mashups, including “If Jack Dawson Was Really from Wisconsin,” have garnered more than 16 million views. In 2017, the Wisconsin native began the viral Midwest comedic news series Manitowoc Minute. His fans flock daily to his Facebook page to view his content. He currently has over 2.6

million Facebook followers. After garnering millions of views, he’s toured the United States selling out venues within minutes.

In 2020, Barens paired up with Horseshoes and Hand Grenades alum Adam Greul to release the music/comedy album, “Unthawed.” The album, which is a mixture of bluegrass, country and Charlie’s comedy, hit number one on the Billboard Bluegrass chart and number six on the Bluegrass Comedy chart.

His first book, “The Midwest Survival Guide,” was released in November 2021 and immediately became a New York Times Best Seller, the release said. Berens also hosts the Cripescast podcast where he interviews musicians, artists, comedians, creators and more to talk about their stories and connections to the Midwest. Guests have included Jeff Foxworthy, Nate Bargatze and Roy Wood, Jr.

”We are so excited to bring Charlie Berens back to the Sanford Center,” Bobby Anderson, general manager of the Sanford Center, said in the release. “Charlie has a way of connecting with his audiences in such an entertaining way. With his connection to the Midwest and ability to tie it into his humor in such a relatable way, we know Bemidji will love him just as much as they did in 2022.” Tickets are available on ticketmaster.com.

Northwoods Habitat for Humanity offering tree care program

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BEMIDJI

woods Habitat for Humanity is offering “A Brush With Kindness” tree care services for qualified low-income homeowners in Beltrami and Clearwater Counties. According to a release, applicants must be less than 60% of the median income for Beltrami and Clearwater Counties as well as meet other qualifications outlined on the application.

“Since the storm of 2012, we have continued to hear from homeowners that the cost of removing and replacing damaged and dead trees is far beyond what they can afford,” Executive Director Geri Hickerson said in the release.

The Serving Community Forests by Assisting Low-Income Homeowners Program provides assistance for:

• Removal of damaged/ fallen/dead trees. Replacement of trees.

in the release. “Wellmaintained trees benefit communities by reducing pollution in lakes and rivers and removing airborne pollutants. Additionally, areas with more trees have reduced rates of respiratory illness, cardiovascular disease and childhood asthma rates (US Environmental Protection Agency).”

The program is made possible through grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the USDA Forest Services and the Northwest Minnesota Foundation.

NMF seeks applicants for Training and Education Fund

BEMIDJI — The Northwest Minnesota Foundation is seeking funding proposals for its Training and Education Fund to provide financial support to nonprofit organizations and leaders in northwest Minnesota. Preference will be given to efforts that build leadership knowledge, skills and capacity, a release said.

Eligible expenses may include staff and board training; travel and conferences; consultant hiring; strategic planning;

leadership training; diversity, equity and inclusion training; organizational or systems audits or other efforts that help make nonprofits more efficient and viable for the long term.

Eligible applicants are nonprofits, public agencies and tribal organizations located within the Northwest Minnesota Foundation service area that includes Red Lake and White Earth Nations along with Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Kittson, Lake of the

Woods, Mahnomen, Marshall, Norman, Pennington, Polk, Red Lake Falls and Roseau Counties. Grant applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted. The maximum grant award is $2,500.

To learn more about this round of funding, visit the Grants page on the NMF website, www. nwmf.org.

To apply, submit a letter of interest at form.jotform. com/240566812579163.

Planting of trees if none exist.

• Trimming and treatment of damaged, diseased trees.

“This grant funding allows us to assist low to moderate-income homeowners maintain their property which, ultimately, benefits our community,” explained Hickerson

The application period will be open now through June 1.

The program application is available online at habitatbemidji.org/ treecareprogram.

Interested residents may also call the Habitat office at (218) 751-4649 or email adminhfh@paulbunyan.net for more information.

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Habitat for Humanity is offering tree care services for qualified low-income homeowners in Beltrami and Clearwater Counties.

The Bemidji Veterans Home is hiring Certified Nursing Assistant positions for a variety of shifts. Join the compassionate, caring staff dedicated to supporting our Veterans! Find your purpose in State service while making a daily difference in our Residents lives. For full job details and to apply go to www minnesotaveteran org/careers and click on “Current Jobs” Select “Bemidji” in the Location dropdown field Text/call Peter Paquette with questions 218-553-1104

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SERVICE

W/ some extra

belts, Gooseneck grain box

tandem axel, 14’ tandem Disc, 10’ plow Disc, 12’ pull type field digger, Pull type rack picker with Hydraulic lift, Honda Rancher ES 4 wheeler, Pittsburgh approximately 5’ span (older and heavy) 1963 Ford with grain box single axel, Cylinders, Homemade field trailer W/ generator air compressor, minus the welder, 2 Wheel Car Hauler SHOP EQUIPMENT Handyman jack, Shovels, Scoops, Pitchforks, Posthole digger, Measuring Wheel, Homemade parts bins, 5 gallon Pails w/pumps grease and oil, Load binders, Air impact wrench, Oil Drums, Battery chargers, DEER spreader, Large and Small open end box end wrenches, Electric tools, Cresent wrenches, Pipe wrenches, Electric motors, Bottle Jacks, Belsaw grinder w/steel brush, Belt Sander 1”, New roof brackets, Chain hoist, Sprayer w/motor, Backpack sprayer, Smaller air compressor, Tiller, Wheel barrow, Power washer, Delta table saw w/rails, Craftsman Radial arm saw, Plainer/molder (Foley/Belsaw) 12” wide, 6 1/4” thick, Lawnsweep, Leg vise, Air Hose on retractable Reel, Chain saws Stihl 025 and MS290, jonesruds, Briggs and Stratton Power washer, Rigid Power drain cleaner (like new), Large Homemade press, Large older compressor, Parts washer, Master Mechanic Power Washer, fuse or breaker boxes, 16 speed drill press, work benches, Grass seeder, ANIMAL RELATED

5 farrowing crates on Risers, Stainless steel pig feeder, 2 Electric fencers, 3 small utility trailers, Mobil cattle pen on wheels, approximately, Lincoln a/c d/c welder, HOOF Trimmer, Dehorner, Gopher poisoner Approximately 30 cords of cut and split fir wood, Several piles od detention rough cut lumber ANTIQUES AND HOUSEHOLD

3 Redwing crocks, Corn knives, 2 man saws, Hatchets, Wooden boxes, Juicer press, Single bottom plow, Copper boiler, 4 high 2 table metal chairs, Bakers rack, Cream cans, 2 window Air Conditioners, Chest freezer, 3 live traps, 2 folding work stations SPORTING ITEMS Wilderness kiak, Hobie kiak, Paddle it sail it or peddle it, 3 weapons, Hunting clothes, Scubba Suit and gear.

10’, 12’, 14’, gates w/hinges Pipe style and square gates, Ritchie combo waterer,