It's the Radio Works Community Calendar!.​

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​SEPTEMBER​​​

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Sept. 16 -- Adrian Community Blood Drive

Hosted by Community Blood Bank and Sanford Adrian Clinic; 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. Donors can schedule their donation by logging onto www.cbblifeblood, selecting “events”, and Sept. 16 or call (605) 331-3222. Those donating receive a $20 Subway gift card as a thank-you gift.

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Sept. 16 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at MERIT Center, 1001 Erie Road, Marshall, and 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at First Christian Reformed Church, 125 Center St. W., Edgerton. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Sept. 16 --Jackson Library Book Club Meeting

1:30 p.m.; discussing "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus.

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Sept. 17 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Leo's Catholic Church, 415 S. Hiawatha, Pipestone. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Sept. 17 -- Heron Lake Library Book Club Meeting

2 p.m.; discussing "Where Coyotes Howl" by Sandra Dallas.

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Sept. 17 -- Lisa Brokup’s “Legendary Ladies of Country”

7:30 p.m. at the Sheldon High School Performing Arts Theatre. Brokup's show is subtitled “Who Is Going to Fill Their Heels?” which is an adaptation of George Jones’ “Who Is Going to Fill Their Shoes?”, which commemorates musicians such as Hank Williams, Mary Robbins and other greats who have passed on. People may preview her music on her Facebook page. Tickets are available at the door -- adults $25, students $5. Presented by the Sheldon Civic Music Association. Call Lyle Hollander (712)348-2114 for more information.

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Sept. 18 -- CAL Learning Day: Senior Fraud

9 to 11:30 a.m. morning session, noon to 1 p.m. lunch by Jon-E-1 and 1 to 3:30 p.m. afternoon session at the Center for Active Living, 211 11th St., Worthington. Nobles County Sheriff Ryan Kruger and Ben Kauffman of Southern MN Legal Services will lead the sessions. The morning and afternoon sessions will be the same, so you only need to go to one. This is a free-education day, and lunch will be a free-will donation. Call Jill at the CAL at (507) 376-6457 to reserve a spot.​​

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Sept. 18 -- Master Gardener Informational Meeting

6 p.m. at Jackson County Central Middle School, 703 Mill Road East, Lakefield. Join in person or virtually as the Martin and Murray County Master Gardeners talk about the UMN Extension Master Gardener Program and how tp become one. The meeting link is https://z.umn.edu/JacksonMGMeeting.

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Sept. 19 -- “Revival and Renewal: How Rural Communities are Thriving as New Immigrants Put Down Roots”

Hosted by the Rural Voice Series; 6 to 8 p.m. at Forbidden Barrel Brewing Company, 900 Third Ave., Worthington. Learn more at the Southwest Initiative Foundation website at https://swifoundation.org/event/revival-and-renewal-how-rural-communities-are-thriving-as-new-immigrants-put-down-roots/.

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Sept. 19 -- Sons of Norway Stavanger Lodge 1-538 Meeting

7 p.m. at the Cottonwood County Historical Museum, 812 Fourth Ave, Windom. The presentation will be by Rebecca DeGarmeaux, who has been the director of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod’s Ottesen Museum since January 2011. The public is cordially invited to attend this presentation free of charge. For more information about Sons of Norway, contact co-president Harvey Pedersen, at (507) 445-3188 or co-president Bonnie Frederickson, at (507) 370-2850.​

 

Sept. 21 -- Patriots Bingo

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. at Brewster American Legion Post 464, 825 Third Ave. Play all 10 games for $50; buy as many packets as you like. Thirty chances per win per packet. Wild cards available for $5 each. Other raffles sponsored by the Buffalo Ridge Leathernecks Marine Corps League and Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association. Available will be Mike’s World Famous Bloody Marys, mixed drinks, beer, wine, wine coolers, pop and water. Serving bison burgers and fresh-cut French fries until gone.

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Sept. 21 -- Parrothead Paradise: The Music of Jimmy Buffett

7 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium Performing Arts Center, 714 13th St., Worthington. Phone (507) 376-9101 or visit friendsoftheauditorium.com for ticket information.

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Sept. 23 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Minnesota West Community & Technical College, 1450 Collegeway, Worthington. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Sept. 24 -- Ecumen Meadows Community Coffee Speaker Series

9 to 10 a.m. with presentation beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the south dining room at Ecumen Meadows, 1801 Collegeway, Worthington. The program "Changes in the Real Estate Market" will be presented by Holly Sieve and other JBR realtors. They'll talk about what the market is doing, where interest rates and more.  

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Sept. 24 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

Noon to 6 p.m. at the Worthington Area YMCA, 1501 Collegeway, Worthington, as well as 1 to 6 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 620 Bush St., Lakefield., and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall-Lyon County Library, 201 C St., Marshall. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Sept. 24 -- Prairie Winds Republican Women Meeting

With 5:30 p.m. light lunch and 6 p.m. speaker Jennifer DeJournett of American Majority presenting “Ballot Out, Ballot In” at the Nobles County Heritage Center, 225 Ninth St, Worthington. The September meeting will follow.  All are invited to attend.

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Sept. 27 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Marshall Fire Department, 201 Saratoga St., Marshall. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Sept. 28 - Star Party

8:30 to 10 p.m. at Pipestone National Monument. Gaze through telescopes with fellow astronomers and learn about the wonders of the cosmos. Photography enthusiasts can also get hands-on experience with astrophotography, guided by photographer Marty DeWitt (be sure to bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera and a tripod). Complimentary star-themed snacks will be available while supplies last. 

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Sept. 30 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 300 S. Grant St., Fairmont. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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OCTOBER

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Oct. 1 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Lake Sarah Baptist Church, 1613 191st St., Slayton. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Oct. 5 -- Oktoberfest Polka Party with Mollie B/Mollie B and Squeezebox with Ted Lange)

2 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium Performing Arts Center, 714 13th St., Worthington. Phone (507) 376-9101 or visit friendsoftheauditorium.com for ticket information.

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Oct. 8 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

Noon to 6 p.m. at Worthington Christian Church, 1901 Douglas Ave., Worthington. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Oct. 9 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

1 to 6 p.m. at the Community Center, 1750 Cottonwood Lake Drive, Windom. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Oct. 10 -- What's Next?

Hosted by the Southwestern Center for Independent Living, this presentation​​​ will offer valuable information for individuals with disabilities, their parents or guardians, teachers and peers for those transitioning from school toward their best life in adulthood. Covered will be available services, resources, and supported decision-making tools to aid in the transition to adulthood. 1 to 2 p.m. via Zoom. To RSVP and to request reasonable accommodation, email Samantha.wolff@swcil.com or call (507) 532-2221 ext. 108.

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Oct. 11 -- American Red Cross Blood Drive

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Runnings, 901 N. Highway 59, Marshall. Visit redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or check the free Red Cross Blood Donor app for more information.

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Oct. 14 -- Harvest Festival Fall Dance

Hosted by the Southwestern Center for Independent Living; 5 to 7 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1600 E. College Drive, Marshall. Cost to attend the dance is $5 per person (cash or check only). A snack and water will be provided. To RSVP or request reasonable accommodations email rsvp@swcil.com or call (507) 532-2221.

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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. 

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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.

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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!

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LOIA Membership
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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Milford Kiwanis Club will host BINGO on the second & and fourth Thursdays of each month beginning at 6 p.m. Jan. 11th at the Spirit Lake VFW, 914 Lake St., Spirit Lake. All profits will go to the Dickinson County and Milford area youth individual needs, programs and scholarships. Bingo cards will be on sale beginning at 5:30 p.m., and the VFW Auxiliary will serve a light meal for a free-will donation. ​​​​

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Ellsworth's summer kickball league for children in grades K-6 will be at 7 p.m. Wednesdays on July 17, 24 and 31 and Aug. 7, 14 and 21 at the Ellsworth Ball Diamonds. There is no charge for the league. Grades K-3 will be on the west field and grades 4-6 on the east field. Any parents who would like to help coach kids is encouraged to participate.

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Registration is now open to join hockey in Worthington for the 2024-25 season. All first-year players are free of Worthington Hockey Association fees. Returning players can rent equipment for $25 for the entire season. Contact Registration Committee members Missy Folkers at (507) 360-0889 or Nicole Kremer at (507) 329-5164 to obtain a code. Register at worthingtonhockey.com/registration.​​

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The King Turkey Day Board of Directors is looking for two organizations that would like to help on King Turkey Day (Sept. 14) with a kids activity (Teddy Bear Mobile) from either 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 4 to 8:30 p.m. Each organization will receive 5% of the total sales during their shift. People 8 years of age and older may help. Shifts can be split into two-hour slots; five to six people needed per slot. Contact Toni at (507) 329-2816 for more information. 

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Many Rock Valley, Iowa teachers lost their homes and personal items from their classrooms. People are encouraged to bless a teacher for the upcoming school year. The items on this Amazon Wishlist are items teachers purchased with their own money. The Amazon link is https://tinyurl.com/3d6jjw45.​​

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Beginning Aug. 1, the turkeys ("twerkeys") will return to Worthington and make their way around town. ​People may donate $25 and then text Toni your name and the address you want to add to the list of homes to be Twerkey-d. Text Toni at (507) 329-2816. To pay, write a check to King Turkey Day or Venmo Toni at @toni-brouillet. You may also contact Toni to learn about the multiple other Twerking Turkeys fundraising options.

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