Area Events

Wilderness Canoe Trip

6/4/2008 - 8/15/2088

CSSM Ministries invites area teens to participate in a Wilderness Canoe Trip from August 23-30. This eight day adventure includes breath-taking sights, pristine Canadian lakes, daily worship, challenging messages and delicious food. All young people ages 13 and up are welcome. Space is limited. For more information and registration forms, contact Mark & Tina Mast at (807) 852-3202.

Teen Camp

6/4/2008 - 7/25/2008

CSSM Ministries invites you to attend a Teen Camp at Sunny Cove Camp in Fort Frances the week of August 2-8. All young people ages 13 and up are welcome. The JEZREEL band will be musicians and camp speakers. For more information and registration forms, contact Mark & Tina Mast at (807) 852-3202.

Minnesota Prayer Alliance Awakening Conference

6/10/2008 - 7/16/2008

The Minnesota Prayer Alliance Awakening Conference will be held July 17-19 at the Redeeming Love Church, 2425 White Bear Avenue North in Maplewood, MN. Guest speakers will be Dutch Sheets, Chuck Pierce, Robert Henderson and Rick Heeren. To register by phone call 763-689-4107. For conference and hotel information or to register online go to www.harvestevan.org/awaken.thml. Deadline for online registration is July 14.

Beth Moore Conference

6/10/2008 - 7/15/2008

A Living Proof Live Conference with Beth Moore is coming to the Target Center in Minneapolis on July 18 & 19. For registration and ticket information go to Lifeway.com or call 800-254-2022.

Parents Forever

6/23/2008 - 7/11/2008

Parents Forever, an educational program for parents in divorce/separation transition, is designed to help parents and single parents co-parenting with another parent, learn how to make informed, child-supportive decisions during this difficult transition. Classes will be held July 10 and 11 from 8:30 am - 12:30 or July 14 and 15 from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Cost for the two day class is $50 per person. To register or for more information call Liane Lehtinen or LeeAnn Meer at 285-7220, or visit the Friends Against Abuse website at www.friendsagaistabuse.com.

Backus Community Center June & July Events

6/23/2008 - 7/30/2008

Several events will be held in June and July at the Backus Community Center, 900 Fifth Street in International Falls and are as follows: June 23 thru July 2, the Jason Hardwig Art Exhibit is being displayed and can be viewed during the hours of 9 am - 4 pm. July 24 - 4-H Fashion Review at 7 pm, cost is free. July 25 - "Summer on the Border" a musical variety at 7 pm, cost for adults is $10, students (12 and under) $5. July 30 a Reception for Pastor Tom and Beckie Aitken from 6-9 pm.

Summer Bible School at Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church

6/26/2008 - 7/21/2008  |  09:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, 230 Third Street South in Virginia, will be conducting summer Bible School for children kindergarten through grade 6 on July 21-25, from 9:00-11:30 am, with a closing program on Friday. This year's theme is "Amazon Expedition". To register or arrange transportation, please call the church at 741-9003.

Home Stretch/A Home Buying Education Workshop

7/2/2008 - 7/14/2008

Are you thinking of buying a house? Are you confused about the process? Sign up for "Home Stretch", a home buying education workshop offered by the AEOA ( Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency). There will be workshops offered in the Range cities throughout the summer. To register for one of the classes or for more information call AEOA at 800-662-5711 and ask for Diane at extension 268 or call 748-7318. You can download the class schedule and registration form by going to www.AEOA.org.

Women's Business Network

7/4/2008 - 7/10/2008  |  02:00 PM

The Women's Business Network supports and promotes women's business ownership in Koochiching County.  They meet the 2nd Thursday of every month, 2:00 pm at the Coffee Landing Metro, 444 3rd Street, International Falls.  For more information call Jenny Dougherty/ Koochiching Economic Development Authority at 283-8585.

Rainy River District Victim Services Program

7/7/2008 - 7/13/2008

The Rainy River District Victim Services Program partners with emergency services by providing immediate emotional and practical support to victims of crime and other tragic circumstances twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.  Are you looking for a way to become more involved with your community?  Volunteers are the backbone of their program.  For more information on their volunteer program please contact the Rainy River District Victim Services Program at 274-5687 or visit their office at 334 Scott Street, Fort Frances.  Their website is www.rrdvsp.ca

VBS at the Morson Community Bible Fellowship

7/7/2008 - 7/15/2008  |  09:00 AM - 12:00 AM

CSSM Ministries will be conducting a Vacation Bible School at the Morson Community Bible Fellowship the week of July 15-18 from 9:00 am - 12:00 noon. This year's theme is: "The Chain of God's Promise" All children ages 5 and up are welcome. For more information call Mark & Tina Mast at (807) 852-3202.

The 2008 Summer Recital Series

7/9/2008  |  12:00 AM - 12:30 AM

Bemidji area church musicians are presenting "The 2008 Summer Recital Series", to be held each Wednesday, noon to 12:30 pm. The next recital in this series is scheduled for July 9 at the Evangelical Covenant Church, 5405 Hwy 2 W (across from Amigo Theater). Lois Simonson will be the guest pianist. A free will offering will be taken to support music scholarships. Lunch will be available following each recital.

Youth Center

7/11/2008 - 7/18/2008  |  06:30 PM

The Youth Center at the Gemmell Community Church in Gemmell is open every Friday and Saturday evening from 6:30 pm to midnight. There are adult chaperones and FREE pizza, pop, snacks, game tables, movies, friends and more. All 7th graders and up are welcome. For more information call 897-5154

Voyageurs National Park Friday Evening Program

7/11/2008  |  07:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Camp, hike, fish or swim? Recreation is on the rise and it's important for those entering natural spaces to be aware of the impacts they have on the landscape. Join VNP Naturalist Samantha Palm for a presentation with hands on techniques on "Leave No Trace" ethics, Friday, July 11 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Learn to minimize the impact on the landscape and still enjoy the outdoors. The Friday evening program will be held at the Woodenfrog State Forest Campground Refectory near Lake Kabetogama. No fee or registration is required to attend. For more information contact the Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center at 875-2111 or the Rainy Lake Visitor Center at 286-5258.

Gospel Tent Meetings

7/11/2008 - 7/13/2008  |  07:00 PM

Gospel tent meetings with missionary evangelist, Mark Davy will be held Friday, July 11 thru Sunday, July 13 at 7 p.m. each evening at the Legion Park in Fort Frances. There will be special music nightly. For more information call (807) 274-7040.

GIFT Meeting

7/11/2008  |  07:30 PM

The next GIFT (Growing in Faith Together) meeting will be held Friday, July 11, 7:30 PM at the Emo Lion's Park (If it rains at the Christian Reformed Church). Guest speaker is Derek Enns.

Chad White Benefit

7/12/2008  |  02:00 PM - 07:00 PM

There will be a Spaghetti Dinner and Auction for the Chad White family on Saturday, July 12, 2-7 pm, at The Rocket, Highway 133, Meadowlands. Chad is a self employed logger and is unable to work due to a back injury and surgeries. Family and friends are hosting this benefit to help the Whites with medical and other expenses. For further information or questions call Karen at 666-5577.

Jerusalem Marketplace VBS in Blackberry

7/13/2008 - 7/17/2008  |  06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

For those in the Grand Rapids area, the Blackberry Seventh-day Adventist church invites you to experience their Jerusalem Marketplace VBS. This program will take you back to the Bible to discover what life was like when Jesus walked the earth. The program will run from July 13-17 from 6:00-8:00 pm each evening at the Blackberry Seventh-day Adventist church. For more details and to pre-register, log on to www.bb7day.com.

Virginia Salvation Army

7/14/2008 - 7/25/2008

It's that time of the year and the Salvation Army of Virginia is having a back to school sign up. "Backpack" applications for children entering kindergarten thru twelvth grade will be taken July 14-25 from 10AM-12PM and 1PM-3PM. (On July 18 from 9AM-12PM.) Please bring proofs of ID, residence, income, birth certificates, school records or social security numbers for all school age children. The Salvation Army is located at 507 12th Avenue West in Virginia. For more information call 741-1889.

VBS at the Bethel Baptist Church

7/14/2008 - 7/22/2008  |  09:00 AM - 12:00 AM

CSSM Ministries will be conducting a Vacation Bible School at the Bethel Baptist Church of Fort Frances the week of July 21-24 from 9:00 am - 12:00 noon. This year's theme is: "The Chain of God's Promise." All children ages 5 and up are welcome. For more information, call Mark & Tina Mast at (807) 852-3202.

VBS at Full Gospel Church

7/14/2008 - 7/16/2008  |  06:30 PM

Area children, ages 5-11 are invited to "Come Walk with Jesus", Vacation Bible School at Full Gospel Church, July 14-16 at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy the fun-filled evenings with stories, singing, games, crafts and prizes. Full Gospel Church is located at 35 SE Sixth Street in Grand Rapids. For more information call Full Gospel Church at 326-6477.

Lutheran Social Services Seeks Adoptive Parents

7/14/2008  |  06:30 PM - 08:30 PM

The Moorhead office of Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota is holding an adoption information meeting on Monday, July 14 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Clay County Family Service Center. The address is 715 N 11th Street in Moorhead. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota can help families adopt children in Minnesota, and from countries around the world. Please call (218) 236-1494, extension 215 for information and registration. For more information, visit www.minnesotaadoption.org.

VBS at Nashwauk Alliance Church

7/14/2008 - 8/4/2008  |  06:30 PM - 08:30 PM

Area children, preschool through sixth grade are invited to VBS at the Nashwauk Alliance Church, the week of August 4-8 from 6:30-8:30 pm. This year's theme is "God's Big Backyard". Nashwauk Alliance Church is located at 825 First Street in Nashwauk. For more information call 885-3334.

15th Annual American Christian Writers Conference

7/15/2008

The 15th Annual American Christian Writers Conference will be held on August 8 & 9 in Minneapolis. Registration cost is $189 before July 18. The conference location is the Best Western Kelly Inn, 161 St. Anthony Avenue, St. Paul. For a free brochure with conference details call 1-800-21-WRITE or 615-834-0450.

DNR Public Meeting

7/15/2008  |  06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

A public meeting to gather comments on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) motor vehicle use classification and route designation proposals for White Earth State Forest and scattered DNR Forestry-administered lands in Becker, Clearwater and Mahnomen counties will be held Tuesday, July 15, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Mahnomen High School, 209 First Street S.W. The DNR's West Central Group-White Earth State Forest classification review and route designation proposals are available on the DNR Web site at www.findthetrails.com.

Bazaar at Crane Lake Chapel

7/16/2008  |  09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

There will be a Bazaar at the Crane Lake Chapel on Wednesday, July 16 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. All events will be indoors which include crafts, home baked goods and a flea market with lots of new and used books. Cost for lunch will be $4.50 and is available to eat in or take out.

Men's Breakfast

7/19/2008  |  08:00 AM

You are invited to a Men's Breakfast on Saturday, July 19, 8am at the Emo Legion.Featured speaker is Troy Clink from Emo. Cost for the buffet is $10. For more information call Phil at 483-5568 or Henry at 482-2983.

Pie & Ice Cream Social

7/19/2008  |  06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

You are invited to a homemade Pie and Ice Cream Social at the Northern Point Community Church of the Nazarene in Kelliher on Saturday, July 19 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Proceeds from the free will offering will go toward the Teen and Children's Bible Quizzing.

Family Bluegrass Concert at Chisholm Baptist

7/20/2008  |  06:00 PM

There will be a Bluegrass Concert by the Durocher family on Sunday, July 20, 6 pm at the Chisholm Baptist Church. The Durocher family travel extensively throughout the US sharing their uplifting Bluegrass Gospel music and stories centered on faith and family. Chisholm Baptist is located directly behind the Iron Man statue in Chisholm. For more information call the church office at 254-3307.

The Lamp Lighters

7/21/2008 - 7/25/2008  |  06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

The Lamp Lighters is  an on-going women's support group for survivors of incest and/or childhood sexual abuse.  Meetings are held on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at The Sunrise Center Against Sexual Abuse, located at 203 3rd Street, Int'l. Falls.  For more information call 283-9334 or go to www.thesunrisecenterifmn.com.  Domino's pizza will be provided before each group meeting.

Stonecroft Women's Connection

7/22/2008  |  06:00 PM

The Stonecroft Women's Connection of Bemidji invite area ladies to a "Ladies Night Out" on Tuesday, July 22, 6:00 pm at the Trinity Lutheran Church. Event feature is Eric Bergeson of Bergeson Nurseries, giving garden hints, door prizes and presenting music. Event speaker is Emily Firnstahl of Tucson, Arizona. For reservations call Donna at 444-4742, Dorothy at 751-4499 or Alverna at 335-7838.

Hibbing Homeschoolers

7/23/2008  |  05:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Calling all homeschoolers in the Hibbing area! Get connected with other homeschooling families at the Bennett Park in Hibbing on Wednesday, July 23 from 5-8 pm in the new pavilion. Bring a picnic basket for your family if you wish. Veteran homeschoolers, new homeschoolers, or just considering homeschooling are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Angela at 966-0715,Yvonne at 969-7951 or e-mail angela@northic.com.

Omega Team

7/24/2008 - 7/26/2008

Omega Team, An International Apostolic Ministerial Association, invites you to "A Conference to Change Your Life", July 24-26 at the Redeeming Love Church, Maplewood, MN. Featured speaker is Dr. Myles Munroe. For details and registration call 952-401-1372 or go to www.omegateam.org.

VBS at the Rainy River Evangelical Covenant Church

8/4/2008 - 8/12/2008

CSSM Ministries will be conducting a Vacation Bible School at the Rainy River Evangelical Covenant Church the week of August 11-14 from 9:00am - 12:00 noon. This year's theme is: "The Chain of God's Promise." All children ages 5 and up are welcome. For more information, call Mark & Tina Mast at (807) 852-3202.