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November 26, 2023(3 events)

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering

November 20, 2023

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering. If you are graciously willing to donate something, please contact Jennifer Johnson (SBCCA Secretary) at 320-292-0790 to pick up before Dec. 1st.

8:00 am: Pickleball


November 26, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

12:00 pm: Open Gym Basketball


November 26, 2023

Open Gym Basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Rd, St. Joseph. Nominal fee.

November 27, 2023(6 events)

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering

November 20, 2023

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering. If you are graciously willing to donate something, please contact Jennifer Johnson (SBCCA Secretary) at 320-292-0790 to pick up before Dec. 1st.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 27, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

6:00 pm: Pickleball


November 27, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee.

6:00 pm: Sartell City Council


November 27, 2023

Sartell City Council, 6-8 p.m., Sartell City Hall, 125 Pinecone Road N. Council meetings can also be viewed live on Charter channel 181 and again at 9 a.m. the Wednesday following the meeting.

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6:30 pm: St. Joseph Park Board meeting


November 27, 2023

St. Joseph Park Board meeting, 6:30 p.m., Government Center, 75 Callaway St. E., St. Joseph.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Township Board


November 27, 2023

St. Joseph Township Board, 7 p.m., Township Hall, 935 College Ave. S., St. Joseph.

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November 28, 2023(8 events)

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering

November 20, 2023

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering. If you are graciously willing to donate something, please contact Jennifer Johnson (SBCCA Secretary) at 320-292-0790 to pick up before Dec. 1st.

9:00 am: Stearns County Board of Commissioners


November 28, 2023

Stearns County Board of Commissioners, 9 - 11 a.m., 705 Courthouse Square, St Cloud.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 28, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

10:15 am: Fall Storytime


November 28, 2023

Fall Storytime, 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Join us for stories, songs and fun. Books are geared to 3- to 6-year-olds but younger and older friends are welcome. No advanced registration needed. Please check in at the children's desk upon arrival. griver.org.

11:00 am: Fall Storytime


November 28, 2023

Fall Storytime, 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Join us for stories, songs and fun. Books are geared to 3- to 6-year-olds but younger and older friends are welcome. No advanced registration needed. Please check in at the children's desk upon arrival. griver.org.

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


November 28, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

6:00 pm: Stearns County Planning Commission


November 28, 2023

Stearns County Planning Commission, 6 p.m., County Service Center, 3301 County Road 138, Waite Park.

7:00 pm: National Alliance on Mental Illness


November 28, 2023

National Alliance on Mental Illness, 7 - 8:30 p.m., online meeting via "Hey Peers" until further notice. The Family Support Group is for Family Members, Caregivers and Friends of a person affected by mental illness. Any diagnosis, any age. Follow these instructions to register: http://www.namistcloud.com/support-groups.html

More information

November 29, 2023(4 events)

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering

November 20, 2023

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering. If you are graciously willing to donate something, please contact Jennifer Johnson (SBCCA Secretary) at 320-292-0790 to pick up before Dec. 1st.

9:00 am: Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso


November 29, 2023

Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso, 9-10 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Marilyn Pietso MD, FAAP, is a retired pediatrician and Yoga Alliance Certified 250-hour Instructor. Nominal fee paid at the front desk. Wear casual, stretchy clothing and bring your yoga mat. Call Ann at 320-258-7324 to reserve your spot. Space is limited.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 29, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

6:00 pm: Pickleball


November 29, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

November 30, 2023(7 events)

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering

November 20, 2023

Donations for the Stearns Benton Childcare Association appreciation night/ Christmas Gathering. If you are graciously willing to donate something, please contact Jennifer Johnson (SBCCA Secretary) at 320-292-0790 to pick up before Dec. 1st.

9:00 am: Coffee and Conversation


November 30, 2023

Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Meet Steve Jones, the new executive director of Central Minnesota United Way. Free for museum members; nominal fee for non-members.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 30, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

1:00 pm: Career Force


November 30, 2023

Career Force, 1-3 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Get help job searching. Services include resume reviews, interest assessments, career exploration and other job search assistance. griver.org.

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


November 30, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

5:00 pm: Pathways 4 Youth


November 30, 2023

Pathways 4 Youth, 5-7 p.m., Room 263, near Teen Central, Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Offering basic needs items like granola bars, water and other easy to grab foods; a case manager will also be available. Pathways 4 Youth is a resource center for youth ages 16 through 24 experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. They offer a safe, secure, nonjudgmental space along with services to meet your needs and support your growth. https://griver.org/ 

6:00 pm: STEM Make-and-Take Games


November 30, 2023

STEM Make-and-Take Games, 6-7 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Come learn about STEM concepts while you create a fun game to take home and play. This month is a straw and ball drop game. For ages 8 to 12. Registration is required. https://griver.org/ 

December 1, 2023(3 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 1, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

4:00 pm: Holiday Craft Fair


December 1, 2023

Holiday Craft Fair, 4-8 p.m., Church of St. Joseph, 12 W. Minnesota St., St. Joseph.

4:00 pm: Joetown WinterWalk


December 1, 2023

Joetown WinterWalk, 4-8 p.m., Minnesota St. & College Av., Downtown St. Joseph.

December 2, 2023(4 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 2, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

9:00 am: Christmas Candy and Cookie Bake Sale


December 2, 2023

Christmas Candy and Cookie Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-noon, St. Francis Xavier Church, 219 Second St. N., Sartell. Choose your own baked items. $8 per pound.

10:30 am: Saturday Storytime


December 2, 2023

Saturday Storytime, presented by SCSU education students, 10:30-11 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Join us for stories, songs and movement activities. Books are focused on 3- to 6-year-olds but all children are welcome. Limit 20.

11:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 2, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

December 3, 2023(2 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 3, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

12:00 pm: Open Gym Basketball


December 3, 2023

Open Gym Basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Rd, St. Joseph. Nominal fee.

December 4, 2023(8 events)

Elf Hunt

December 4, 2023

Elf Hunt, four elves will be hidden in four different businesses in St Joseph. Take a picture of the elf and name the location. Check the website for clues. Send the pictures to [email protected] or 320-557-8140 to be eligible to win a prize.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 4, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

2:00 pm: Tech Help Time


December 4, 2023

Tech Help Time, 2-3 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Would you like to download books from the library website or use our online resources? Trouble understanding your laptop, tablet, e-reader or other electronic device? Help is available at the basic "getting started" level; advanced topics are not covered. Register with library staff for a 30-minute, one-on-one session. For adults and teens. 

3:30 pm: Fare for All


December 4, 2023

Fare for All, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Resurrection Lutheran Church, 610 CR 2, St. Joseph.

5:30 pm: Sartell Lions Club


December 4, 2023

Sartell Lions Club, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Stewart Giffin's House, 813 9th St No, Sartell. Stewart Giffin, 651-261-4272.

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6:00 pm: Pickleball


December 4, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee.

6:00 pm: Sartell Planning Commission (CANCELED)


December 4, 2023

Sartell Planning Commission, 6 p.m., Sartell City Hall, 125 Pinecone Road N.

6:00 pm: St. Joseph City Council


December 4, 2023

St. Joseph City Council, 6 p.m., Government Center, 75 Callaway St. E.

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December 5, 2023(9 events)

Elf Hunt

December 4, 2023

Elf Hunt, four elves will be hidden in four different businesses in St Joseph. Take a picture of the elf and name the location. Check the website for clues. Send the pictures to [email protected] or 320-557-8140 to be eligible to win a prize.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 5, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

10:00 am: Memory Writers


December 5, 2023

Memory Writers, group develops topics and turn in stories, 10 a.m., Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S, St Cloud.

10:15 am: Fall Storytime


December 5, 2023

Fall Storytime, 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Join us for stories, songs and fun. Books are geared to 3- to 6-year-olds but younger and older friends are welcome. No advanced registration needed. Please check in at the Children's desk upon arrival. 

11:00 am: Fall Storytime


December 5, 2023

Fall Storytime, 10:15-10:45 a.m. and 11-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Join us for stories, songs and fun. Books are geared to 3- to 6-year-olds but younger and older friends are welcome. No advanced registration needed. Please check in at the Children's desk upon arrival. 

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 5, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

5:00 pm: Laundry Love


December 5, 2023

Laundry Love, 5-8 p.m., St. Joseph Laundromat, 31 W. Minnesota St. The first and third Tuesdays of the month, guests will be able to get quarters and laundry supplies to do their laundry. Volunteers come from St. John’s Campus Ministry, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the Central Minnesota Catholic Worker.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Lions Club


December 5, 2023

St. Joseph Lions Club, 7 p.m., Millstream Park Pavilion 101 Fifth Ave. NW., St Joseph. Joanne Bechtold, 320-363-4483.

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7:00 pm: St. Wendel Township meeting


December 5, 2023

St. Wendel Township Meeting, 7 p.m., Township Hall, 36922 CR 4, St. Joseph.

December 6, 2023(7 events)

Elf Hunt

December 4, 2023

Elf Hunt, four elves will be hidden in four different businesses in St Joseph. Take a picture of the elf and name the location. Check the website for clues. Send the pictures to [email protected] or 320-557-8140 to be eligible to win a prize.

9:00 am: Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso


December 6, 2023

Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso, 9-10 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Marilyn Pietso MD, FAAP, is a retired pediatrician and Yoga Alliance Certified 250-hour instructor. $3 per time, paid at the front desk. Wear casual, stretchy clothing and bring your yoga mat. Call Ann at 320-258-7324 to reserve your spot. Space is limited

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 6, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

2:00 pm: Advocates for Independence


December 6, 2023

Advocates for Independence, 2-4 p.m., Independent Lifestyles, 215 Benton Drive N., Sauk Rapids. 320-529-9000.

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6:00 pm: Pickleball


December 6, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

6:30 pm: St. Cloud school board meeting / work session


December 6, 2023

St. Cloud school board meeting / work session, 6:30 p.m., District Administration Office, St. Cloud Area School District 742, 1201 Second St. S., Waite Park.

6:30 pm: St. Stephen City Council


December 6, 2023

St. Stephen City Council, 6:30 p.m., St. Stephen City Hall, 2 Sixth Ave SE.

December 7, 2023(7 events)

Elf Hunt

December 4, 2023

Elf Hunt, four elves will be hidden in four different businesses in St Joseph. Take a picture of the elf and name the location. Check the website for clues. Send the pictures to [email protected] or 320-557-8140 to be eligible to win a prize.

9:00 am: Coffee and Conversation


December 7, 2023

Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Free for museum members and nominal fee for non-members. Dr. Kenneth Jones, professor of history, emeritus, S. Mary Grell/Robert Spaeth Teacher of Distinction, College of St. Benedict/St. John's University looks at questions like: How did World War II affect their lives? How did they respond? Should they be seen as earning the “Greatest Generation” label that Tom Brokaw popularized?

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 7, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

12:00 pm: Winter Potluck


December 7, 2023

Winter Potluck, noon, Sartell Community Center (Senior Room), 850 19th St. S. Bring your favorite casserole, salad, treats or other dish to share! 

1:00 pm: Career Force


December 7, 2023

Career Force, 1-3 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Get help job searching. Services include resume reviews, interest assessments, career exploration and other job search assistance.

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 7, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

6:30 pm: Tree Shakers Genealogy Club


December 7, 2023

Tree Shakers Genealogy Club, for ages 16 to adult, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Monthly genealogy club featuring an educational topic and discussion between members to share tips and ideas for the informal amateur genealogist. Beginner to advanced experience welcome.

December 8, 2023(3 events)

Elf Hunt

December 4, 2023

Elf Hunt, four elves will be hidden in four different businesses in St Joseph. Take a picture of the elf and name the location. Check the website for clues. Send the pictures to [email protected] or 320-557-8140 to be eligible to win a prize.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 8, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

7:00 pm: "Comfort and Joy", presented by The Crusade Choir


December 8, 2023

"Comfort and Joy," presented by The Crusade Choir, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 340 Fifth Ave. S., St. Cloud. Coffee and cookies are served following each concert.

December 9, 2023(6 events)

Elf Hunt

December 4, 2023

Elf Hunt, four elves will be hidden in four different businesses in St Joseph. Take a picture of the elf and name the location. Check the website for clues. Send the pictures to [email protected] or 320-557-8140 to be eligible to win a prize.

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 9, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

10:30 am: Saturday Storytime


December 9, 2023

Saturday Storytime, presented by SCSU education students, 10:30-11 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Join us for stories, songs and movement activities. Books are focused on 3- to 6-year-olds but all children are welcome. Limit 20.

3:00 pm: Chris Ward: Harpist


December 9, 2023

Chris Ward: Harpist, 3-4 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Add extra cheer to your holidays, and enjoy a soothing interlude in your busy holiday season by coming to harpist/vocalist Chris Ward’s concert of festive tunes ranging from ancient tunes to modern, sacred to secular. For all ages. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota's Clean  Water, Land and Legacy Amendment.

6:00 pm: St. Stephen Lions Sloverian Sausage Cookoff


December 9, 2023

St. Stephen Lions Sloverian Sausage Cookoff, 6-8:30 p.m., Trobec’s Bar, 1 CR 2 S., St Stephen.

7:00 pm: "Comfort and Joy", presented by The Crusade Choir


December 9, 2023

"Comfort and Joy," presented by The Crusade Choir, 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 340 Fifth Ave. S., St. Cloud. Coffee and cookies are served following each concert.

December 10, 2023(5 events)

Elf Hunt

December 4, 2023

Elf Hunt, four elves will be hidden in four different businesses in St Joseph. Take a picture of the elf and name the location. Check the website for clues. Send the pictures to [email protected] or 320-557-8140 to be eligible to win a prize.

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 10, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

11:00 am: Winter Extravaganza


December 10, 2023

Winter Extravaganza, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Parish Hall, St. Stephen.

12:00 pm: Open Gym Basketball


December 10, 2023

Open Gym Basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Rd, St. Joseph. Nominal fee.

2:00 pm: "Comfort and Joy", presented by The Crusade Choir


December 10, 2023

"Comfort and Joy," presented by The Crusade Choir, 2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 340 Fifth Ave. S., St. Cloud. Coffee and cookies are served following each concert.

December 11, 2023(7 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 11, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

12:00 pm: St. Joseph Convention & Visitor's Bureau meeting


December 11, 2023

St. Joseph Convention & Visitor's Bureau meeting, noon, Minnesota Street Market, 27 Minnesota St. W., St. Joseph.

6:00 pm: Pickleball


December 11, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee.

6:00 pm: Sartell City Council


December 11, 2023

Sartell City Council, 6-8 p.m., Sartell City Hall, 125 Pinecone Road N. Council meetings are open to the public. Council meetings can also be viewed live on Charter channel 181 and again at 9 a.m. the Wednesday following the meeting.

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6:00 pm: St. Joseph Planning Commission


December 11, 2023

St. Joseph Planning Commission, 6 p.m., Government Center, 75 Callaway St. E. 

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6:30 pm: St. Joseph Park Board meeting


December 11, 2023

St. Joseph Park Board meeting, 6:30 p.m., Government Center, 75 Callaway St. E., St. Joseph.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Township Board


December 11, 2023

St. Joseph Township Board, 7 p.m., Township Hall, 935 College Ave. S., St. Joseph.

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December 12, 2023(7 events)

9:00 am: Stearns County Board of Commissioners


December 12, 2023

Stearns County Board of Commissioners, 9-11 a.m., 705 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 12, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

11:30 am: Sartell Chamber of Commerce


December 12, 2023

Sartell Chamber of Commerce, 11:30 a.m., Waters Church, 1227 Pinecone Road N., Sartell. 320-258.6061. [email protected]

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1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 12, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

1:30 pm: Jukebox Saturday Night


December 12, 2023

Jukebox Saturday Night, 1:30 p.m., Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

6:30 pm: St. Stephen Planning Commission meeting


December 12, 2023

St. Stephen Planning Commission meeting, 6:30 p.m., City Hall Council Chamber, 2 Sixth Ave. SE, St Stephen.

7:00 pm: National Alliance on Mental Illness


December 12, 2023

National Alliance on Mental Illness, 7 - 8:30 p.m., online meeting via "Hey Peers" until further notice. The Family Support Group is for Family Members, Caregivers and Friends of a person affected by mental illness. Any diagnosis, any age. Follow these instructions to register: http://www.namistcloud.com/support-groups.html

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December 13, 2023(8 events)

9:00 am: Breakfast Club


December 13, 2023

Breakfast Club, 9-10 a.m., Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S. Free for members, nominal fee for nonmembers. 320-253-8424.

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9:00 am: Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso


December 13, 2023

Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso, 9-10 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Marilyn Pietso MD, FAAP, is a retired pediatrician and Yoga Alliance Certified 250-hour instructor. $3 per time, paid at the front desk. Wear casual, stretchy clothing and bring your yoga mat. Call Ann at 320-258-7324 to reserve your spot. Space is limited

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 13, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

11:30 am: St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce


December 13, 2023

St. Joseph Area Chamber of Commerce, 11:30 a.m., St. Joseph Government Center, 75 Callaway St. E. stjosephchamber.com

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6:00 pm: Pickleball


December 13, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

6:00 pm: Stearns County Park Commission meeting


December 13, 2023

Stearns County Park Commission meeting, 6 p.m., Stearns County Parks Office, 1802 County Road 137, Waite Park.

6:30 pm: St. Joseph Y2K Lions Club


December 13, 2023

St Joseph Y2K Lions Club, 6:30 p.m., St. Joseph American Legion, 101 W Minnesota St.

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7:00 pm: Between the Covers Book Discussion


December 13, 2023

Between the Covers Book Discussion, 7-8 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. We will be talking about “Sheets,” the graphic novel by Brenna Thummler. For anyone interested in the book title. No limit.

December 14, 2023(9 events)

9:00 am: SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)


December 14, 2023

SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together), 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center (Senior Room), 850 19th Street S, Sartell.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 14, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

10:00 am: Sartell-Sauk Rapids Moms Club Monthly Social


December 14, 2023

Location varies each month. Contact Tanya at [email protected] for questions or to join the group.

10:30 am: Preschoolers Play & Learn Workshop


December 14, 2023

Preschoolers Play & Learn Workshop, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Encourage a love of learning as you and your child play, explore, discover, count and create. Join us anytime during the hour for this open-ended play session. Activities designed for ages 1 to 5. No registration, but room limits may be enforced. 

12:00 pm: St. Joseph Senior Citizens’ Christmas Party


December 14, 2023

St. Joseph Senior Citizens’ Christmas Party, noon, St. Joseph Fire Hall, 323 Fourth Ave. NE, St. Joseph. 

1:00 pm: Career Force


December 14, 2023

Career Force, 1-3 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Get help job searching. Services include resume reviews, interest assessments, career exploration and other job search assistance.

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 14, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

6:00 pm: Stearns County Board of Adjustment


December 14, 2023

Stearns County Board of Adjustment, 6 p.m., County Service Center, 3301 CR 138, Waite Park. Environmental Services at 320-656-3613. 

7:00 pm: “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin


December 14, 2023

“White Christmas,” the musical by Irving Berlin, ­­­­7 p.m., Rocori High School (Glanville Smith Auditorium), 534 Fifth Ave. N., Cold Spring. Tickets at gntc1.com or 320-241-GNTC.

December 15, 2023(4 events)

8:30 am: St. Cloud School Board Finance and Audit Committee


December 15, 2023

St. Cloud School Board Finance and Audit Committee, 8:30 a.m., District Administration Office, 1201 Second St. S., Waite Park. 

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 15, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

7:00 pm: “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin


December 15, 2023

“White Christmas,” the musical by Irving Berlin, ­­­­7 p.m., Rocori High School (Glanville Smith Auditorium), 534 Fifth Ave. N., Cold Spring. Tickets at gntc1.com or 320-241-GNTC.

8:00 pm: St. Cloud Singles Club Dance


December 15, 2023

St. Cloud Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., VFW Granite Post 428, 9 18th Ave N, St. Cloud. Anyone Single or Divorced over 21 welcome. Nominal fee. 320-339-4533. stcloudmnsingles.com

December 16, 2023(6 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 16, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

9:30 am: Central Minnesota Bookworms


December 16, 2023

Central Minnesota Bookworms, 9:30 am, Minnesota Street Market (meeting space at the back of the store), 27 W Minnesota St, St Joseph. December selection is “The Arctic Fury” by Greer Macallister. Contact Kathy at (320) 470-0942 or Sandy at (320) 492-6362 with any questions.

10:30 am: Paws to Read


December 16, 2023

Paws to Read, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Certified therapy animals (including a dog or two) will be on hand to listen as you read a story. For ages 4 to 12.

11:30 am: Community Fellowship Meal


December 16, 2023

Community Fellowship Meal, 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1107 Pinecone Road S., Sartell. Meals are free, and guests can join us inside for the community meal or have takeout.

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2:00 pm: “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin


December 16, 2023

“White Christmas,” the musical by Irving Berlin, ­­­­7 p.m., Rocori High School (Glanville Smith Auditorium), 534 Fifth Ave. N., Cold Spring. Tickets at gntc1.com or 320-241-GNTC.

7:00 pm: “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin


December 16, 2023

“White Christmas,” the musical by Irving Berlin, ­­­­7 p.m., Rocori High School (Glanville Smith Auditorium), 534 Fifth Ave. N., Cold Spring.  Tickets at the door only. ASL available

December 17, 2023(4 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 17, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

12:00 pm: Open Gym Basketball


December 17, 2023

Open Gym Basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Rd, St. Joseph. Nominal fee.

3:00 pm: The Sounds of Christmas


December 17, 2023

The Sounds of Christmas, a concert by Upbeat Quartet, 3 p.m., Faith Journey Church of Central Minnesota, 32932 CR 4, Sartell.

7:30 pm: Christmas with Lorie Line


December 17, 2023

Christmas with Lorie Line, 7:30 p.m., Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud.

December 18, 2023(6 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 18, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

1:00 pm: Parkinson’s Support Group for Caregivers and People with Parkinson’s Disease


December 18, 2023

Parkinson’s Support Group for Caregivers and People with Parkinson’s Disease facilitated by: SPOT Rehabilitation and Home Care, 1-2:30 p.m., Independent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids.

6:00 pm: Pickleball


December 18, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee.

6:30 pm: Sartell-St. Stephen Schools School Board Meeting


December 18, 2023

Sartell-St. Stephen school board, 6:30 p.m., Board Room at the District Service Center, 212 Third Avenue North, Sartell.

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7:00 pm: Sartell High School Winter Orchestra Concert


December 18, 2023

Sartell High School Winter Orchestra Concert, 7-8 p.m., Sartell High School PAC, 3101 Pinecone Road N.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Rod & Gun Club Meeting


December 18, 2023

St. Joseph Rod and Gun Club, 7 p.m., American Legion, 101 W Minnesota St., St. Joseph.

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December 19, 2023(7 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 19, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

10:00 am: Memory Writers


December 19, 2023

Memory Writers, group develops topics and turn in stories, 10 a.m., Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S, St Cloud.

10:00 am: Mobile office hours


December 19, 2023

Mobile office hours, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sartell City Hall. A caseworker from Rep. Tom Emmer’s office will be available to handle issues with federal government services. 

12:00 pm: St. Joseph Economic Development Authority


December 19, 2023

St. Joseph Economic Development Authority, noon, Government Center, 75 Callaway St. E.

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1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 19, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

5:00 pm: Laundry Love


December 19, 2023

Laundry Love, 5-8 p.m., St. Joseph Laundromat, 31 W. Minnesota St. The first and third Tuesdays of the month, guests will be able to get quarters and laundry supplies to do their laundry. Volunteers come from St. John’s Campus Ministry, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the Central Minnesota Catholic Worker.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Lions Club


December 19, 2023

St. Joseph Lions Club, 7 p.m., Millstream Park Pavilion 101 Fifth Ave. NW., St Joseph. Joanne Bechtold, 320-363-4483.

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December 20, 2023(6 events)

9:00 am: SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)


December 20, 2023

SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together), 9 a.m., Sartell Police Department, 310 Second St. S., Sartell. 

9:00 am: Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso


December 20, 2023

Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso, 9-10 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Marilyn Pietso MD, FAAP, is a retired pediatrician and Yoga Alliance Certified 250-hour Instructor. $3 per time, paid at the front desk. Wear casual, stretchy clothing and bring your yoga mat. Call Ann at 320-258-7324 to reserve your spot. Space is limited

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 20, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

6:00 pm: Pickleball


December 20, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

6:30 pm: St. Cloud school board meeting


December 20, 2023

St. Cloud school board, 6:30 p.m., District Administration Office, St. Cloud Area School District 742, 1201 Second St. S., Waite Park.

7:00 pm: Tech Help Time


December 20, 2023

Tech Help Time, 7-8 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Would you like to download books from the library website or use our online resources? Trouble understanding your laptop, tablet, e-reader or other electronic device? Help is available at the basic "getting started" level. Register with library staff for a 30-minute, one-on-one session. For adults and teens. 

December 21, 2023(7 events)

9:00 am: Coffee and Conversation


December 21, 2023

Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Tamara Heusers from SPOT Rehabilitation and Home Health Care leads discussion of current issues affecting seniors and available resources. Free for museum members; nominal fee for non-members.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 21, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

1:00 pm: Career Force


December 21, 2023

Career Force, 1-3 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Get help job searching. Services include resume reviews, interest assessments, career exploration and other job search assistance.

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 21, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

5:30 pm: Adult Book Club


December 21, 2023

Adult Book Club, sponsored by the Waite Park Friends of the Library, Great River Regional Library, 5:30-7 p.m., 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Stop by or call the library the title. For adults. No limit. 

6:00 pm: American Legion-Sartell


December 21, 2023

American Legion-Sartell, open to all veterans young and old, 6 p.m., Sartell Community Center., 850 19th St. S. [email protected].

6:00 pm: D&D Adventures


December 21, 2023

D&D Adventures, 6-8 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Grab a character sheet and join us for a night of fantasy adventuring. Impromptu storytelling at its best. For teens and adults. Limit 10 per session. 

December 22, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 22, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

December 23, 2023(1 event)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 23, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

December 24, 2023(3 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 24, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

12:00 pm: Open Gym Basketball


December 24, 2023

Open Gym Basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Rd, St. Joseph. Nominal fee.

9:00 pm: Christmas Eve Mass


December 24, 2023

Christmas Eve Mass, 9 p.m., Church of St. Joseph, 12 W. Minnesota St.

December 25, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Christmas Day Mass


December 25, 2023

Christmas Day Mass, 9 a.m., Church of St. Joseph, 12 W Minnesota St.

December 26, 2023(5 events)

9:00 am: Stearns County Board of Commissioners


December 26, 2023

Stearns County Board of Commissioners, 9 - 11 a.m., 705 Courthouse Square, St Cloud.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 26, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 26, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

6:00 pm: Stearns County Planning Commission


December 26, 2023

Stearns County Planning Commission, 6 p.m., County Service Center, 3301 County Road 138, Waite Park.

7:00 pm: National Alliance on Mental Illness


December 26, 2023

National Alliance on Mental Illness, 7 - 8:30 p.m., online meeting via "Hey Peers" until further notice. The Family Support Group is for Family Members, Caregivers and Friends of a person affected by mental illness. Any diagnosis, any age. Follow these instructions to register: http://www.namistcloud.com/support-groups.html

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December 27, 2023(2 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 27, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

6:00 pm: Pickleball


December 27, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

December 28, 2023(4 events)

9:00 am: Coffee and Conversation


December 28, 2023

Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Free for museum members; nominal fee for non-members.  A Year in Review: Talk about the past year of speakers and what you'd like to see in the future

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 28, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

1:00 pm: Career Force


December 28, 2023

Career Force, 1-3 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Get help job searching. Services include resume reviews, interest assessments, career exploration and other job search assistance.

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


December 28, 2023

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

December 29, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


December 29, 2023

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

December 30, 2023(1 event)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 30, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

December 31, 2023(2 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


December 31, 2023

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

12:00 pm: Open Gym Basketball


December 31, 2023

Open Gym Basketball, noon - 2 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Rd, St. Joseph. Nominal fee.

January 1, 2024
January 2, 2024(7 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


January 2, 2024

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

10:00 am: Memory Writers


January 2, 2024

Memory Writers, group develops topics and turn in stories, 10 a.m., Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S, St Cloud.

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


January 2, 2024

St. Joseph Food Shelf, 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

5:00 pm: Laundry Love


January 2, 2024

Laundry Love, 5-8 p.m., St. Joseph Laundromat, 31 W. Minnesota St. The first and third Tuesdays of the month, guests will be able to get quarters and laundry supplies to do their laundry. Volunteers come from St. John’s Campus Ministry, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the Central Minnesota Catholic Worker.

6:00 pm: Sartell Planning Commission


January 2, 2024

Sartell Planning Commission, 6 p.m., Sartell City Hall, 125 Pinecone Road N.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Lions Club


January 2, 2024

St. Joseph Lions Club, 7 p.m., Millstream Park Pavilion 101 Fifth Ave. NW., St Joseph. Joanne Bechtold, 320-363-4483.

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7:00 pm: St. Wendel Township meeting


January 2, 2024

St. Wendel Township Meeting, 7 p.m., Township Hall, 36922 CR 4, St. Joseph.

January 3, 2024(6 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


January 3, 2024

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

2:00 pm: Advocates for Independence


January 3, 2024

Advocates for Independence, 2-4 p.m., Independent Lifestyles, 215 Benton Drive N., Sauk Rapids. 320-529-9000.

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6:00 pm: BINGO


January 3, 2024

BINGO, 6-7 p.m., St. Joseph Government Center, 75 Callaway St E. If you would like to donate a prize or two, please bring them to the St Joseph Government Center between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. 

6:00 pm: Pickleball


January 3, 2024

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

6:30 pm: St. Cloud school board meeting / work session


January 3, 2024

St. Cloud school board meeting / work session, 6:30 p.m., District Administration Office, St. Cloud Area School District 742, 1201 Second St. S., Waite Park.

6:30 pm: St. Stephen City Council


January 3, 2024

St. Stephen City Council, 6:30 p.m., St. Stephen City Hall, 2 Sixth Ave SE.

January 4, 2024(2 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


January 4, 2024

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


January 4, 2024

St. Joseph Food Shelf, open 1-3 p.m., 18 Birch St. E.

January 5, 2024(2 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


January 5, 2024

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org. 

5:00 pm: Moonlight Ski/Hike (depending on weather conditions)


January 5, 2024

Moonlight Ski/Hike (depending on weather conditions), 5-8 p.m., Quarry Park, 1802 CR 137, Waite Park.

January 6, 2024(2 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


January 6, 2024

Pickleball: Mondays 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays 6-9 p.m.,  Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon, Sundays 8 a.m.-noon, Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee. 

11:00 am: Benton County Museum


January 6, 2024

Benton County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 218 First St. N., Sauk Rapids. 320-253-9614. mnbentonhistory.org.