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Events in August 2023

  • St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 1, 2023

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

    Laundry Love

    Laundry Love


    August 1, 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.

    St. Stephen National Night Out

    St. Stephen National Night Out


    August 1, 2023

    St. Stephen National Night Out, 6 p.m. All organizations interested in participating please leave a message at City Hall (320) 251-0964 or email [email protected] 

    St. Joseph Lions Club

    St. Joseph Lions Club


    August 1, 2023

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

    More information

  • Coffee and Conversation

    Coffee and Conversation


    August 3, 2023

    Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Grace Manderfeld, 12-year-old author of Into the Forest, a 186-page book. She is the daughter of Ted Manderfeld, who was our Lemonade & Laughter entertainment in May.

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 3, 2023

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

  • Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    August 4, 2023 August 6, 2023

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament, 7 p.m. Friday-4 p.m. Sunday, St. Cloud Orthopedics Field, 802 12th St. N., Sartell. Nominal fee.

  • Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    August 4, 2023 August 6, 2023

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament, 7 p.m. Friday-4 p.m. Sunday, St. Cloud Orthopedics Field, 802 12th St. N., Sartell. Nominal fee.

    St. Cloud Area School District Community Outreach Blast

    St. Cloud Area School District Community Outreach Blast


    August 5, 2023

    St. Cloud Area School District Community Outreach Blast,  8 a.m.-4 p.m. Administrators from across the district will be available at sites in St. Cloud, Clearwater and St. Joseph, including Coborn’s and Walmart, to assist in student enrollment, update family address information, register students for grades 6-12 activities, and recruit and hire employees. Exact locations and times will be posted on the district website at www.isd742.org, Facebook and Instagram.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 5, 2023

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

    Corn Fest

    Corn Fest


    August 5, 2023

    Corn Fest, 4-8 p.m., St. James Parish, 25042 CR 2, Jacobs Prairie near Cold Spring. Visit christcatholic.com to preview quilts. Nominal fee.

  • Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    August 4, 2023 August 6, 2023

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament, 7 p.m. Friday-4 p.m. Sunday, St. Cloud Orthopedics Field, 802 12th St. N., Sartell. Nominal fee.

    Outdoor Mass

    Outdoor Mass


    August 6, 2023

    Outdoor Mass, 8:30 a.m., St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish of Collegeville, 14241 Fruit Farm Road, Collegeville (just west of SJU campus). Bring your own chair. In case of rain, Mass will move inside. 320.363.2569 www.stjohnthebaptistparish.org

  • 2024 Travel Soccer Tryouts

    2024 Travel Soccer Tryouts

    August 7, 2023

    2024 Travel Soccer Tryouts. Tryouts depending on age level. Kids born between 2005-2016 are eligible to play travel soccer. For more information or to register, visit sartellsoccer.org.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 7, 2023

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

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market


    August 7, 2023

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market, 3 - 6 p.m., Bernick’s Arena parking lot, 1109 First St. S., Sartell. marketmonday.org

    Fare for All

    Fare for All


    August 7, 2023

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

    Sartell Lions Club

    Sartell Lions Club


    August 7, 2023

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

    More information

  • Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 8, 2023

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

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 8, 2023

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

  • Breakfast Club on the road

    Breakfast Club on the road


    August 9, 2023

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

    More information

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 9, 2023

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

    Making Your Money Last: Five Keys To Estate Planning

    Making Your Money Last: Five Keys To Estate Planning


    August 9, 2023

    Making Your Money Last: Five Keys To Estate Planning, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Join Thrivent Financial experts to talk about retirement income streams, investing according to your risk tolerance and the best way to pass on generational wealth. To register, call Ann at 320-258-7324.

    St. Joseph Y2K Lions Club

    St. Joseph Y2K Lions Club


    August 9, 2023

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

    More information

  • Coffee and Conversation

    Coffee and Conversation


    August 10, 2023

    Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Carpool to Sunny Mary Meadow Farm in St. Joseph: Liz Fiedler will take us on a private guided tour around the farm and flower fields. There will be lots of walking on this tour and the farm has limited accessibility. Please arrive no later than 8:30 am. Car pools will leave at 8:45 a.m. sharp. Nominal fee.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 10, 2023

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

    St. Joseph Senior Citizens’ PotLuck

    St. Joseph Senior Citizens’ PotLuck


    August 10, 2023

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

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 10, 2023

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

  • Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    August 11, 2023 August 12, 2023

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament, 7 p.m. Friday-4 p.m. Saturday, St. Cloud Orthopedics Field, 802 12th St. N., Sartell. Nominal fee.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 11, 2023

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

  • Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament

    August 11, 2023 August 12, 2023

    Amateur Baseball Region Tournament, 7 p.m. Friday-4 p.m. Saturday, St. Cloud Orthopedics Field, 802 12th St. N., Sartell. Nominal fee.

  • Outdoor Mass

    Outdoor Mass


    August 13, 2023

    Outdoor Mass, 8:30 a.m., St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish of Collegeville, 14241 Fruit Farm Road, Collegeville (just west of SJU campus). Bring your own chair. In case of rain, Mass will move inside. 320.363.2569 www.stjohnthebaptistparish.org

  • 2024 Travel Soccer Tryouts

    2024 Travel Soccer Tryouts

    August 14, 2023

    2024 Travel Soccer Tryouts. Tryouts depending on age level. Kids born between 2005-2016 are eligible to play travel soccer. For more information or to register, visit sartellsoccer.org

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 14, 2023

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

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market


    August 14, 2023

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market, 3 - 6 p.m., Bernick’s Arena parking lot, 1109 First St. S., Sartell. marketmonday.org

    St. Joseph Women of Today

    St. Joseph Women of Today


    August 14, 2023

    St. Joseph Women of Today, 6:30 p.m., Millstream Park (if there’s good weather), 725 CR 75 W., St Joseph, or St. Joseph Fire Hall (if there’s rain or bad weather), 323 Fourth Ave. NE. Join other women to do charitable projects and have fun at social events.

  • Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 15, 2023

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

    Memory Writers

    Memory Writers


    August 15, 2023

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

    Mobile office hours

    Mobile office hours


    August 15, 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. 

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 15, 2023

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

    Laundry Love

    Laundry Love


    August 15, 2023

    Laundry Love, 5-8 p.m., St. Joseph Laundromat, 31 W. Minnesota St. 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.

    St. Joseph Lions Club

    St. Joseph Lions Club


    August 15, 2023

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

    More information

  • SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

    SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)


    August 16, 2023

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

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 16, 2023

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

  • Coffee and Conversation

    Coffee and Conversation


    August 17, 2023

    Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Ryan Swanson, Sartell High School Robotics Coach. Hear what going to the World Championships was like and what the sport of Robotics is all about.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 17, 2023

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

    University of Minnesota Raptor Center Event

    University of Minnesota Raptor Center Event


    August 17, 2023

    University of Minnesota Raptor Center Event, 10 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. The Raptor Center presentation program features three raptors (typically an owl, a hawk and a falcon). Our presenter handles and presents each bird one by one, during which you’ll learn what makes these birds unique and see them each live and on the glove. Families and individuals welcome. Nominal fee.

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 17, 2023

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

    American Legion-Sartell

    American Legion-Sartell


    August 17, 2023

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

  • Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 18, 2023

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

    Burger and brat sale

    Burger and brat sale


    August 18, 2023

    Burger and brat sale, sponsored by Knights of Columbus, 10 a.m-5 p.m., St. Joseph Meat Market, 26 First Ave. NW.

  • Burger and brat sale

    Burger and brat sale


    August 19, 2023

    Burger and brat sale, sponsored by Knights of Columbus, 10 a.m-4 p.m., St. Joseph Meat Market, 26 First Ave. NW, St Joseph.

    Community Fellowship Meal

    Community Fellowship Meal


    August 19, 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.

    More information

  • Outdoor Mass

    Outdoor Mass


    August 20, 2023

    Outdoor Mass, 8:30 a.m., St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish of Collegeville, 14241 Fruit Farm Road, Collegeville (just west of SJU campus). Bring your own chair. In case of rain, Mass will move inside. 320.363.2569 www.stjohnthebaptistparish.org

  • Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 21, 2023

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

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market


    August 21, 2023

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market, 3 - 6 p.m., Bernick’s Arena parking lot, 1109 First St. S., Sartell. marketmonday.org

    St. Joseph Rod & Gun Club Meeting

    St. Joseph Rod & Gun Club Meeting


    August 21, 2023

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

    More information

  • Spiritual R & R Day

    Spiritual R & R Day


    August 22, 2023

    Spiritual R & R Day, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.., St. Benedict's Monastery, 104 Chapel Lane, St. Joseph. This day offers time and space for quiet prayer, reflection, reading, resting and meeting with a spiritual director if desired. Free-will offering accepted. Optional meal at the monastery for a nominal fee. Limit: 10 participants. Registration Link: https://sbm.osb.org/event/spiritual-r-r-day/

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 22, 2023

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

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 22, 2023

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

  • Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 23, 2023

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

  • Coffee and Conversation

    Coffee and Conversation


    August 24, 2023

    Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Tour Iron Street Distillery in East St. Cloud. Meet at 8:45 a.m. at the Community Center to caravan or carpool. Nominal fee. Please bring cash with you to the tour. The address is 539 E. St. Germain St., Suite 101.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 24, 2023

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

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 24, 2023

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

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House


    August 24, 2023

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House, 5-7 p.m., 454 Great Oak Drive, Waite Park. 320-257-TOES (8637). ms.melindas.com

  • Brat sale

    Brat sale


    August 25, 2023

    Brat sale, hosted by St. Joseph Y2K Lions, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Joseph Meat Market, 26 First Ave. NW. All profits, donations and tips will be donated to Central Minnesota Big Brothers/Big Sisters.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 25, 2023

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

  • Outdoor Mass

    Outdoor Mass


    August 27, 2023

    Outdoor Mass, 8:30 a.m., St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish of Collegeville, 14241 Fruit Farm Road, Collegeville (just west of SJU campus). Bring your own chair. In case of rain, Mass will move inside. 320.363.2569 www.stjohnthebaptistparish.org

    Millstream Arts Festival

    Millstream Arts Festival


    August 27, 2023

    Millstream Arts Festival, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., College Avenue N. Downtown, St. Joseph. The festival brings together great regional artists across diverse media including pottery, jewelry, fiber, glass, wood, painting, leather, photography and literature. The festival also features entertainment including live music on stage, dance performances, strolling musicians, and hands-on art activities for children. For more information, please visit www.millstreamartsfestival.org

  • State Fair Bus Trip

    State Fair Bus Trip

    August 28, 2023

    State Fair Bus Trip, contact Leon Ritter for more information, 320-393-2456. [email protected], AboveAllCoachTravel.com.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 28, 2023

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

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market


    August 28, 2023

    Sartell Summer Farmers’ Market, 3 - 6 p.m., Bernick’s Arena parking lot, 1109 First St. S., Sartell. marketmonday.org

  • Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 29, 2023

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

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 29, 2023

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

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House


    August 29, 2023

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House, 5-7 p.m., 454 Great Oak Drive, Waite Park. 320-257-TOES (8637) ms.melindas.com.

  • Watercraft Safety and Operator Permit Class

    Watercraft Safety and Operator Permit Class


    August 30, 2023

    Watercraft Safety and Operator Permit Class, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Pelican Lake Ballroom, 18419 County Road 154, Avon. Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49ABAF23ABF9C07-watercraft7

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 30, 2023

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

  • State Fair Bus Trip

    State Fair Bus Trip

    August 31, 2023

    State Fair Bus Trip, contact Leon Ritter for more information, 320-393-2456. [email protected] AboveAllCoachTravel.com 

    Coffee and Conversation

    Coffee and Conversation


    August 31, 2023

    Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Mary Ostby, executive director of the Benton County Historical Society and Museum will tell us what's happening at the Benton County Historical Society and how the east side of Sartell is a big part of the history of Benton County.

    Benton County Museum

    Benton County Museum


    August 31, 2023

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

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    August 31, 2023

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

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House


    August 31, 2023

    Ms. Melinda’s Dance Studio Open House, 5-7 p.m., 454 Great Oak Drive, Waite Park, 320-257-TOES (8637) ms.melindas.com.