COMMUNITY CALENDAR
NOVEMBER
Nov. 27 - Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Serving starts at noon at First Lutheran Church, 1200 Fourth Ave., Worthington. Check out the article for additional information.
Nov. 28 -- Sportsman's Bingo
Doors open at 4 p.m. with food served from 4 to 6 p.m. and at intermission at the Worthington Elks Lodge, 1105 Second Ave. Serving pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans and salad. There will be a silent auction by the Buffalo Ridge Leathernecks Marine Corps during the evening. Packets of 10 games are $50 each.
Nov. 30 -- "Santa is Coming to Town"
2 to 4:30 p.m. at Creative Healing Space, 225 10th St., Worthington. Enjoy craft activities and light snacks and meet Santa.
DECEMBER
Dec. 3 -- Lakefield Library Book Club Meeting
Discussing one of your favorite books, 3 p.m.
Dec. 3 -- Bethlehem Lutheran Lutefisk & Meatball Supper
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lakefield. Sponsored by Bethlehem Lutheran Men in Mission. Adults are $20 and children under 12 $12. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For advanced sales contact Jim Nesseth at (507) 841-0325, Larry Nesseth at (507) 830-1344 or Andy Welp at (507) 370-1745.
Dec. 4- 7 -- Al Opland Singers Christmas Show
With a theme of "Let Heaven And Nature Sing" and showtimes of 7:30 p.m. on the 4th, 5th and 6th and 2 p.m. in the 7th at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for students and are available online at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter,com, as well as at the door the day of the show or by calling the Pipestone Performing Arts Center at (507) 825-2020.
Dec. 4 -- Christmas Card Making with Kris Heutink
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lakefield Library. Also scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon at the Heron Lake Library and 2 to 4 p.m. at the Jackson Library. Registration is required.
Dec. 5 -- Tinsel & Tidings
6 to 7:30 p.m. at the JBS Fieldhouse in Worthington. Enjoy cookies and water while they lost, games, the WHS Carolers and a visit from Santa -- all indoors and free. Coordinated by the City of Worthington and FORWARD Worthington.
Dec. 6 -- Sunset Hospice Cottage Christmas Puzzle Tournament & Bake Sale
Noon to 3:30 p.m. at the cottage, 1935 Woodland Court, Worthington. Limited to the first 18 paid teams. You may either mail $30 to Sunset Hospice Cottage - Worthington (PO Box 203) or Venmo entry fee to Susanne Murphy. Attendees will have opportunities to pick up some holiday baking, take a tour of the cottage and visit with staff.
Dec. 6 -- Parade of Lights
This annual lighted holiday parade will begin at 6 p.m. on Main Street (St. Paul Avenue) in Fulda. Hosted by the Fulda Area Community Club.
Dec. 7 -- Christmas at the Winery
Noon to 3 p.m. at Round Lake Vineyards & Winery. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand and there will be activities such as craft stations, coloring stations and a petting zoo.
Dec. 7 -- Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus Holiday Open House
1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Historic Dayton House, 1311 Fourth Ave., Worthington.
Dec. 7 -- Tales from the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log
3 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium Performing Arts Center, Worthington. This holiday show features Kevin Kling, Dan Chouinard, and Simone Perrin has become an annual tradition in the Twin Cities spanning back to 1995, but it's hitting the road this year and being joined by local talent. Visit friendsoftheauditorium.com for ticket information.
Dec. 13 -- Sons of Norway Christmas Celebration
The event begins at 9:30 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Historical Society, 812 Fourth Ave., Windom. The morning program will feature Christine Engler, who will speak about the Windom Area Sharing Center Food Pantry. The presentation will highlight the importance of hygiene and its impact on the quality of food products. Attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to donate to the food pantry. Additionally, a silent auction featuring Norwegian items from Laura Williams will take place to benefit the Sons of Norway Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization. For more information, contact co-presidents Harvey Pedersen at (507) 445-3188 or Bonnie Frederickson at (507) 370-2850.
Dec. 14 -- "Awake My Soul"
A Worthington Chamber Singers concert; with the Worthington Brass. 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 408 11th St., Worthington.
Dec. 15 -- Jackson Library Book Club Meeting
Discussing "Christmas in Bethel" by Richard Paul Evans, 1:30 p.m.
Dec. 15 -- Festive Sweater Party
5 to 7 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1600 E. College Drive, Marshall; hosted by the Southwestern Center for Independent Living. Cost to attend is $5 per person (cash or check only). A snack and water will be provided. To RSVP or to request a reasonable accommodation, call (507) 532-2221 ext. 110 or email angela.algood@swcil.com.
Dec. 16-18 -- Escape Room
3:45 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Lakefield Library. Christmas Escape Room activities will begin at 4 p.m. dec. 17 at the Heron Lake Library and 4 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Jackson Library. For grades 5-12; registration is required.
Dec. 16 -- Heron Lake Library Book Club Meeting
Discussing "Christmas Bells" by Jennifer Chiaverini, 2 p.m.
ONGOING EVENTS:
The third annual Santa & Sirens Challenge, hosted by Nobles County Toys for Tots, is from Nov. 1-30. People are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Worthington Fire & Rescue Toys for Tots collection box at the FORWARD Worthington office, which is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday (closed Nov. 27 & 28). The top three departments will receive plaques; the winner shows off the Toys for Tots trophy for the year.
A Living Well with Diabetes Workshop will be hosted by A.C.E. of Southwest Minnesota on six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Oct. 1 and continuing through Nov. 5. Class begins at 2 p.m. at the Nobles County Government Center in Worthington (Room 310). Pre-registration is required; contact A.C.E. Program Manager Joanne Bartosh at (507) 295-5262.
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.
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.