COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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JULY:
July 17-20 -- Redwood County Fair
Featuring a Thursday night concert by Bohemian Queen and Def Leggend, a Friday night show by Trailer Choir and friends (featuring Danielle Peck and Jerrod Niemann) and Saturday concert by Tyler Farr with special guest Canaan Smith. Concerts are included with purchases of gate passes. Other special events include Heroes in Action-1st Responders and K9 Demos on Thursday, Great Frontier Bull Riding on Friday, a Demolition Derby on Saturday and Redwood Speedway racing on Sunday.
July 17 -- Sons of Norway Stavanger Lodge 1-538 Day Trip
Participants will visit the Bethany Lutheran Ottesen Norwegian Museum in Mankato and the Arboretum at Gustavus College in St Peter. Cost is $25 per person if the bus is filled. Sign up at the Cottonwood County Historical Society Museum, 812 Fourth Ave., Windom, until July 1. Payment is by cash or by check payable to Sons of Norway Stavanger Lodge 1-538. The tentative schedule will be to meet at the Windom Runnings parking lot no later than 8:15 a.m. and tour the Bethany Museum from 10 a.m. to noon. Lunch will be on your own at the food court at the River Hills Mall. Departure for St Peter will be at 1 p.m. and arrival at 1:30 at the Gustavus campus for Arboretum. The bus will leave St. Peter for the return trip to Windom at approximately 4:30 pm. For more information, call the Cottonwood County Historical Society at (507) 831-1134.
July 17 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Brau Brothers Brewing Co., 1010 E. Southview Drive, Marshall. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.
July 17 -- 2025 State of Agriculture Luncheon
Join this FORWARD Worthington event to discover how agriculture shapes our regional economy, local businesses and everyday lives. Noon to 1 p.m. at Lerma's Event Center, Worthington. Hear from key industry voices, including GreenSeam, Minnesota Soybean Processors and a panel of local leaders in dairy, beef, pork, corn and soybeans. Contact (507) 372-2919 for more information and to sign up.
July 17 -- Life Size Candyland
Stop in and play a life-size version of the beloved family game. This come-and-go event will be from 2 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lakefield Library.
July 18-19 -- Christmas In July
Adrian's annual weekend celebration will begin at 5:30 p.m. Friday (18th) with the Ribs & Rims Supper and Cruise in Car Show. The band IV Play will perform from 9 p.m. to midnight. On Saturday, there are free kids' activities and inflatables as well as a craft and vendor fair, the annual parade and duck races at 7 p.m. followed by County Line Drive Band performing.
July 18-20 -- Brewster Fun Days
Friday activities include a Brewster Community Club Roll-n at 5 p.m., as well as music by Starfire from 5 to 9 p.m., the kids' pedal pull at 5:30 p.m. and the Little Mr. and Miss Brewster Drawing at 7 p.m. On Saturday, the day begins with registration for a sand volleyball tournament as well as a Blood Mary Bar starting at 8 a.m., a bean bag tournament at 9:30 a.m., kids' activities in the park starting at 11 a.m. with food vendors opening, a parade at 1 p.m., a horseshoe tournament at 2 p.m., a kids' water fight at 2:30 p.m., a talent show at 3 p.m., and a free street dance with Decoy Trio from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. On Sunday, the Brewster Fire Department Relief Association's annual pancake breakfast fundraiser will be from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the Legion Hall.
July 18 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Runnings., 901 N. Highway 59, Marshall. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.
July 19 -- The Hits of Boston Featuring David Victor
Victor is a former member of the band Boston. This free concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Preservation Plaza in Arnolds Park.
July 20 -- Round Lake Horned Trout Tournament
Hosted by the Round Lake Sportsman's Club at Eastside Acres, Round Lake. Registration will be from 10 a.m. to noon and the tournament is from noon to 2 p.m. Visit the event's Facebook page for more information.
July 21 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 901 S. Prairie Ave., Fairmont, and noon to 6 p.m. at Windom High School, 1400 17th St.., Windom. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.
July 21 -- Jackson Library Book Club Meeting
1:30 p.m.; discussing "The Mystery of Mrs. Christie" by Marie Benedict.
July 21 -- Burger Night Fundraiser
5:30 to 7 p.m. at Living Waters Covenant Church, 1645 S Shore Drive, Worthington. Serving fresh grilled burgers, chips, and pop or water. Free-will donation for the church roof project with a suggested donation of $5 per meal ordered.
July 22 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive
12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Wilmont Community Center, 310 Fourth Ave., Wilmont. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.
July 22 -- Let's Talk Mental Health
A disability-inclusive workshop on awareness and access; 1 p.m. via Zoom. Presented by the Southwestern Center for Independent Living. To RSVO or request reasonable accommodations, visit swcil.com, email Samantha.wolff@swcil.com or call (507) 532-2221 ext. 108.
July 22 -- Life Size Candyland
Stop in and play a life-size version of the beloved family game. This come-and-go event will be from 2 to 6:30 p.m. at the Jackson Library.
July 22 - Worthington Farm to Table Event
This annual event will be hosted on Ninth Street between Third and Second Avenues. Tickets are $50 per person. To learn more, contact the FORWARD Worthington office at (507) 372-2919.
July 22 -- Ice Cream Social
Hosted by the Prairie Reapers Power Reunion; 7 p.m. by the FFA food stand at the Nobles County Fairgrounds in Worthington.
July 23 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive
1 to 6 p.m. at Adrian High School, 423 Kentucky Ave., Adrian, and noon to 6 p.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church., 503 W. Lyon, Marshall. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.
July 23 -- "Amazing" Worthington City Band Concert
With MC Jill Cuperus and intermission entertainment by Liz Bushard. 7:30 p.m., Chautauqua Park, Worthington.
July 26 -- Dundee's Nothing Days
With a car show at 10 a.m., cornhole at 1 p.m., parade at 2 p.m., keg toss at 3 p.m. and turtle races at 3:30 p.m., Tony Moger plays at 4, and Burning Daylight takes the stage at 8. Inflatables, ring toss, ice cream, Dundee barbecue, beer garden and raffle (tickets available from the Dundee Community Club for a shot at $1,000 cash or other great prizes).
July 26 -- Maddie & Tae
This award-winning duo will perform in a free concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at Preservation Plaza in Arnolds Park.
July 28 -- "Tangled" Movie Night
Movie starts at 6:30 p.m. at Gullord Park in Slayton. Free-will donation; drive-up available. There will be ice cream and burgers grilled by the Murray County Cattlemen's Association. Food starts at 4:30 p.m. until gone. Candy, pop and water will be available for purchase, and they'll also be free popcorn. The event also includes yard games prior to the movie. This is a fundraiser for Hospice of Murray County.
July 30 -- 2nd Annual Worthington Hockey Golf Tournament
Registration from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and shotgun start at 1 p.m. at GreatLIFE Worthington. $75 per player/$300 per team. Hole sponsorship is $250; team and hole sponsorship is $500, Cart, green fees and a meal included; cash and prizes will be awarded. Contact Shandra Meier at (507) 360-0691 to register.
AUGUST
Aug. 1-3 -- Round Lake Fire Fighter Fun Weekend
With Friday night dance from 8 to 11 p.m., Saturday motorcycle/fun ride with line-up at 9 a.m. and kickstands up at 10 a.m., a Sunday Family Fun Carnival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a Sunday cornhole tournament with signup at 11 a.m. and start at noon ($30 per team), food trucks from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday and a parade at 4 p.m. Sunday. The events will be at the Round Lake Community Center, 445 Harrison St.
Aug. 1 -9 -- Sioux County Fair
The multi-day event in Sioux Falls includes a concert by Diamond Rio on Aug. 2, a performance by Fiesta Latina on Aug. 3, a Hairball concert on Aug. 4. a Tesla concert on Aug. 5 and performances by Ian Munsick and Kip Moore on Aug. 6 and Aug. 7, respectively. Monsters in the Midway Bulls and Broncs is at the fair on the 8th; the Sioux Empire Championship Rodeo is on the 9th. Full details at Sioux Empire Fair.
Aug. 4 -- "Hidden Histories" Program
Worthington teacher Erin Makela has authored a book, "Worthy of Trust," set during the American Revolution, and will share some of the "Hidden Histories" of her tale. The program begins at 2 p.m. at the Nobles County Heritage Center. Worthington. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact the Nobles County Historical Society at (507) 295-5397 or email nchsociety@gmail.com.
Aug. 6 -- 16th Annual MK5k Run & Family Walk
6:30 p.m. at the Nobles County Fairgrounds in Worthington. All proceeds to benefit to the Southwest Crisis Center, whose mission is to provide support, advocacy and hope to individuals and families impacted by sexual and domestic violence, sexual exploitation and child abuse.
Aug. 7 -- Heroes Behind the Badges Blood Drive
8:30 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 5 p.m. at Sanford Worthington Medical Center.
Aug. 7 -- Topics @ 12 -- Social Media Simplified
Noon at the FORWARD Worthington Office. Stop guessing, stressing or ghosting your audience -- and start posting with confidence using a simple, doable system that aligns with your business and your life. Call (507) 372-2919 for more information.
Aug. 10 -- Slow Cooked Roast Beef Dinner
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sioux Valley Trinity Lutheran Church, 38523 730th St., Lakefield. Serving slow cooked roast beef, homemade mashed potatoes and gravy, home-grown sweet corn, glazed carrots, coleslaw and desserts. Adults $15, children 4-10 $5, children 3 and under free. Sponsored by the Trinity Lutheran Church LWML Thrivent Action Team.
ONGOING EVENTS:
The Nobles County Historical Society is seeking volunteers to help out at its Pioneer Village Historic Site. Duties include: greeting visitors, taking admission fees and providing general information on the Village and local community. Hours are Noon to 5pm Thursday, Friday and Sunday and 10am to 3pm on Saturday. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least a 2-hour shift. Families are welcomed to volunteer! for more information: noblescountyhistory.org, follow them on Facebook or call 376-4431.
Volunteers needed at Manna Food Pantry
Manna Food Pantry is in need of a volunteer to help hand out meat during the harvest truck that delivers to the pantry approximately at 11 am on the first and third Thursdays of each month. If you are able to help, please contact Linda Sanchez at 507-329-1951.
Worthington City Council Honorary Member
The Worthington City Council is seeking people interested in the inner workings of city government for their Honorary Member program. The Honorary Member serves for three months, attending regular council meetings and participating in discussions. They do not make motions or vote. They attend as able various advisory board and commission meetings, and attend a staff briefing and tour the facilities. They also receive all correspondence directed to City Council, including staff reports and League of Minnesota City publications. There is no monetary compensation, and applicants must be 21 years of age and a resident voter of the city for at least 30 days prior to appointment. Visit the City of Worthington web page here to apply!
You are invited to become a member of the Lake Okabena Improvement Association! The projects would not be made possible without your generous donations and commitment. Find the details on membership dues or renewals here.
Support Worthington Trojan athletes and join the Worthington Trojan Sports Boosters Club. Join the club for $30 per individual/family or $60 per business. Participation does not require being a board member. Make checks payable to Trojan Booster Club; Attention Jessica Nixon, Treasurer; 723 W. Lake Ave., Worthington 56187.
Multiple donations are being sought at American Lutheran Church, including: shampoo/conditioner, soap/body wash, deodorant, toothbrushes/toothpaste, shaving items, feminine products, first aid items, brushes/combs, Kleenex and more, They may be brought to the church office at 915 Winifred St. in Worthington or Love INC at 515 S. Shore Drive in Worthington.
Worthington-Crailsheim International Inc. represents Worthington in an endeavor to foster peace and brotherhood. The partnership is now entering the 76th year with student exchanges from both cities through a large majority of these years. It's only with the support from our community that the committee continues to award a scholarship to one student each year. Monetary contributions as well as host families or even membership on our committee are more than welcome. Visit www.wgtn-crailsheim.org or Facebook group: Worthington-Crailsheim sister-city relationship, for more information. The mailing address is WCII, PO Box 742, Worthington 56187.
The Nobles County Library Book Drop has moved to a temporary location at 1106 Third Ave. Access the book drop from 11th Street, through the chain-link fence. It will be open 24/7 for your convenience.
Are you a grower, maker of seller looking for a fun way to showcase your products? Vendors of all types -- produce, baked goods, crafts, plants, specialty foods and more -- are encouraged to join the Worthington Farmers Market this season. Dates and times are 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays in the Downtown Pavillion and 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays in the ACE Hardware parking lot.
Experienced teachers, hands-on Christ-centered learning and a low student-teacher ratio make for a bright future for children at Hi-Ho Preschool. Hi-Ho offers a four-day program for 4-year-olds and a two-day program created especially for 3-year-olds. Learn more by calling (507) 376-4861 or visiting worthingtonchristianschool.org.