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NOVEMBER

 

Nov. 14-15 -- "But Why Bump Off Barnaby?"

A hilarious murder mystery by Rick Abbot; 7 p.m. both nights in the Sibley-Ocheyedan High School Auditorium, 120 11th Ave. N.E., Sibley, Iowa. Tickets may be purchased at the door or on BOUND.​

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Nov. 15 -- Elks Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest

Hosted by the Worthington Elks Lodge; 9 a.m. at Worthington Intermediate School. Open to children ages 8 to 13. Age group is determined by contestant's age as of April 1, 2026. For more information, contact Brenda Johanning or Clint Meyer at (507) 329-0519 or visit elks.org/hoopshoot.

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Nov. 15 -- Sons of Norway Stavanger Lodge 1-538 Meeting

9:30 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Historical Museum, 812 Fourth Ave., Windom. The topic will be "Living in the Jailhouse," and Pam Gahler will tell of her growing-up years as the daughter of Sheriff Jim Ryan. The public is cordially invited to attend this presentation free of charge. For more information, contact co-president Harvey Pedersen at (507) 445-3188 or co-president Bonnie Frederickson at (507) 370-2850.

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Nov. 15 -- Gingerbread Workshop

Craft your very own gingerbread creation and enter a contest; 10 a.m. to noon at the Lakefield Library. This event is also scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 22 at the Jackson Library and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Heron Lake Library.

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Nov. 15 -- 250th Marine Corps Birthday Ball

Hosted by the Marine Corps League Buffalo Ridge Leathernecks Detachment 1463. Cocktail hour begins at 5 p.m. and the ceremony commences at 6 p.m. at the Brewster American Legion Post 464. Catering by 1015 Steak Co. of Sibley; entertainment by Myah Holinka. There will be raffles and a silent auction. The guest of honor will be Master Gunnery Sgt. Charles "Chunks" Padilla (RET) USMC. General admission tickets are $35 and veterans' tickets are $20.

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Nov. 15 -- Worthington Area Symphony Orchestra: Classical Treasures

7 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium Performing Arts Center, 714 13th St., Worthington. The musical package features Austrian and American composers from the Romantic and Contemporary eras of musical history. The concert will include a performance of "Bremen Town Musicians," composed by conductor Dr. Christopher Stanichar. Visit friendsoftheauditorium.com for ticket information.

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Nov. 16 -- Pancake Breakfast

Sponsored by the Harris-Lake Sports Boosters. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lake Park Community Center.
 

Nov. 16 -- Fall Turkey Dinner Fundraiser

Hosted at the Lakes Area Activity Senior/Center Spirit Lake; 10:30a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Serving turkey, mashed potatoes/gravy, dressing, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, rolls/butter and pumpkin pie. Tickets may be reserved by calling the Center at (712) 336-5247 before noon Nov 14. Adults $18, age 5-10 $9 and children under 5 free.

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Nov. 17 -- Community Blood Bank Blood Drive

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2:30 to 5 p.m. at Sanford Luverne Medical Center. As a token of appreciation, all blood donors will receive a $20 Kwik Trip gift card. Please bring a photo ID. Donors must be at least 17 years old (or 16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health. To schedule an appointment, log on to cbblifeblood.org, select “Donate Now” and “Event Calendar” then choose Nov. 17 or call Community Blood Bank at (605) 331-3222.

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Nov. 17 -- Red Cross Blood Drive

1 to 6 p.m. at the American Legion, 825 Third Ave., Brewster; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center, 300 S. Bruce St., Marshall; and 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at First Christian Reformed Church, 125 Center St. W., Edgerton. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.

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Nov. 17 -- Jackson Library Book Club Meeting

Discussing "Counting Miracles" by Nicholas Sparks, 1:30 p.m.

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Nov. 18 -- Honorable Jeffrey Flynn Presentation

9 to 10 a.m. with the presentation beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the South Dining Room at Ecumen Meadows, 1801 Collegeway, Worthington. Flynn will share highlights and interesting cases from his 28-year career as a Minnesota Fifth Judicial District Judge. 

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Nov. 18 -- Exploring the Best of Minnesota from the Road

A presentation by Doug Ohman; 10:30 a.m. at Ecumen Meadows, 1801 Collegeway, Worthington. Sponsored by the Nobles County Library and a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. All are welcome.​​

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Nov. 18 -- Red Cross Blood Drive

12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Leo's Catholic Church, 415 S. Hiawatha Ave., Pipestone. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.

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Nov. 18 -- Heron Lake Library Book Club Meeting

Discussing "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway, 2 p.m.

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Nov. 18 -- Helping Hand Pregnancy Center Banquet

With silent auction, appetizers, music and fellowship at 5:30 p.m., a Thanksgiving meal, ministry update and guest speaker at 6:15 p.m., ending of the silent auction at 7:30 p.m. and silent auction pick-up at 8 p.m. at Worthington Christian Reformed Church, 1101 First Ave. S.W., Worthington. RSVP appreciated ASAP or by Nov. 3, as seating is limited. Contact Emily at (507) 372-2111 or email HHPC.ED@gmail.com.

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Nov. 19 -- Red Cross Blood Drive

Noon to 6 p.m. at the American Legion, 116 S. Minnesota Ave., Okabena. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.

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Nov. 19 --Achut Deng presentation

12:30 to 2 p.m. at Minnesota West Community & Technical College, Worthington. Deng, the author of “Don’t Look Back” was born in southern Sudan and came to America as a refugee when she was 16 years old. She will speak about her experiences as a refugee and her courage and resilience as she became an American citizen. 

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Nov. 20 -- Red Cross Blood Drive

2 to 7 p.m. at Forbidden Barrel Brewing Co., 900 Third Ave., Worthington. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org for more information.

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Nov. 22 -- Fulda Holiday Craft Bazaar

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Fulda High School; hosted by the Fulda Area Community Club. There will be more than 60 vendors at the event.

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Nov. 22 -- Worthington Christian School Donation Auction

Doors open at 9:30 a.m. at the school, 1770 Eleanor St. A live and silent auction begins at 10 a.m.; the silent auction concludes at noon. Donated items will include toys, gift certificates, home decor, gift baskets, homemade food and more. A free-will donation lunch will be available. Call (507) 376-4861 for more information.

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Nov. 22 -- Grilled Pork Chops Dinner

5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Worthington Elks Lodge, 1105 Second Ave. Serving grilled pork chops along with baked potato, green beans, salad bar and dinner roll for $15 each. Proceeds will go toward St. Mary's KC endeavors, which include parish, school and faith formation projects and community concerns.

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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.

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DECEMBER

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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ONGOING EVENTS:

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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. 

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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.

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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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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 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.​

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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. 

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