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October 29, 2023(1 event)

1:00 pm: Trunk or Treat!


October 29, 2023

Trunk or Treat!, 1-3 p.m., Resurrection Lutheran Church, 610 CR. 2 N., St. Joseph. Kids are invited to dress up in their costumes. Trunks, games, food and fun!

October 30, 2023(3 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


October 30, 2023

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

6:00 pm: Pickleball


October 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.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Township Board


October 30, 2023

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

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October 31, 2023(5 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


October 31, 2023

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

10:15 am: Fall storytime


October 31, 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. 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


October 31, 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. 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


October 31, 2023

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

6:00 pm: Restless Souls Walk-Through Haunt


October 31, 2023

Restless Souls Walk-Through Haunt, from dusk until 9 p.m., 905 Dale St. E., St. Joseph. All ages welcome – however, little goblins and ghouls are advised to come at dusk as the haunt gets scarier after nightfall!

November 1, 2023(5 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 1, 2023

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

2:00 pm: Advocates for Independence


November 1, 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


November 1, 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


November 1, 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


November 1, 2023

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

November 2, 2023(6 events)

8:00 am: Christmas Treasures Sale


November 2, 2023

Christmas Treasures Sale, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church (Heritage Hall), 12 W. Minnesota St., St. Joseph. Free-will offering.

9:00 am: Coffee and Conversation


November 2, 2023

Coffee and Conversation, a senior discussion group, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Interim Superintendent Tom Lee will be our guest. Learn about his hopes for the Sartell-St. Stephen School District and how the search for a permanent superintendent will progress.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 2, 2023

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

1:00 pm: Career Force


November 2, 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


November 2, 2023

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

6:30 pm: Uncovering and Saving History


November 2, 2023

Uncovering and Saving History, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Travel with author and photographer Doug Ohman as he chronicles lost relics and history. He will share his experiences, photos, stories and actual relics that will bring local history to life. For Tree Shakers, but all are welcome! This program was made possible with Arts and Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota's Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment. 

November 3, 2023(3 events)

8:00 am: Christmas Treasures Sale


November 3, 2023

Christmas Treasures Sale, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church (Heritage Hall), 12 W. Minnesota St., St. Joseph. Free-will offering.

8:00 am: Woods Christmas Open House


November 3, 2023

Woods Christmas Open House, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Woods Farmer Seed & Nursery, 2801 First St. S., Waite Park. 

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 3, 2023

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

November 4, 2023(5 events)

8:00 am: Christmas Treasures Sale


November 4, 2023

Christmas Treasures Sale, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church (Heritage Hall), 12 W.Minnesota St., St. Joseph. Free-will offering.

8:00 am: Pickleball


November 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. 

8:00 am: Woods Christmas Open House


November 4, 2023

Woods Christmas Open House, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Woods Farmer Seed & Nursery, 2801 First St. S., Waite Park. 

10:30 am: Storytime


November 4, 2023

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


November 4, 2023

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

November 5, 2023(4 events)

8:00 am: Christmas Treasures Sale


November 5, 2023

Christmas Treasures Sale, 8 a.m.-noon, St. Joseph Catholic Church (Heritage Hall), 12 W. Minnesota St., St. Joseph. Free-will offering.

8:00 am: Pickleball


November 5, 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: Woods Christmas Open House


November 5, 2023

Woods Christmas Open House, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Woods Farmer Seed & Nursery, 2801 First St. S., Waite Park. 

12:00 pm: Open Gym Basketball


November 5, 2023

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

November 6, 2023(7 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 6, 2023

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

2:00 pm: Tech Help Time


November 6, 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


November 6, 2023

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

5:30 pm: Sartell Lions Club


November 6, 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


November 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.

6:00 pm: Sartell Planning Commission


November 6, 2023

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

6:00 pm: St. Joseph City Council


November 6, 2023

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

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November 7, 2023(9 events)

9:00 am: Book Discussion: Eucharistic Adoration After Vatican II


November 7, 2023

Book Discussion: Eucharistic Adoration After Vatican II, 9-11 a.m., Sisters of St. Benedict Spirituality Center, 104 Chapel Lane, St. Joseph. Engage with others in a chapter-by-chapter study and discussion of the history, theological principles, spirituality and resulting key guidelines for Eucharistic devotions. You will need to buy or borrow a copy of the book Eucharistic Adoration After Vatican II by Edward Foley for individual use. Free will offering. To register, go to: https://sbm.osb.org/event/book-discussion-eucharistic-adoration-after-vatican-ii-by-edward-foley/2023-10-17/

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 7, 2023

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

10:00 am: Memory Writers


November 7, 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: Storytime


November 7, 2023

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: Storytime


November 7, 2023

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


November 7, 2023

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

5:00 pm: Laundry Love


November 7, 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


November 7, 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


November 7, 2023

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

November 8, 2023(7 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 8, 2023

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

11:30 am: St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce


November 8, 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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1:00 pm: Upper Mississippi River Basin and the 2023 Federal Farm Bill


November 8, 2023

Upper Mississippi River Basin and the 2023 Federal Farm Bill, 1 pm, Great River Regional Library (Bremer Room), 1300 W. St. Germain St., St Cloud, and via Zoom. Guest speaker: Gretchen Sabel. Learn more at https://www.lwvsca.org/.

6:00 pm: Pickleball


November 8, 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


November 8, 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


November 8, 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


November 8, 2023

Between the Covers Book Discussion, 7-8 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. We will be discussing “The Dragonet Prophecy, Wings of Fire” (book 1) by Tui Sutherland and sharing other fantasy reads. For anyone interested in the book title. No limit.

November 9, 2023(10 events)

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


November 9, 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


November 9, 2023

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

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


November 9, 2023

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

10:30 am: Preschoolers Play & Learn Workshop


November 9, 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. 

1:00 pm: Career Force


November 9, 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


November 9, 2023

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

1:30 pm: St. Joseph Senior Citizens


November 9, 2023

St. Joseph Senior Citizens, 1:30 p.m., St. Joseph Fire Hall, 323 Fourth Ave. NE.

6:00 pm: Stearns County Board of Adjustment


November 9, 2023

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

7:00 pm: Musical Stringman


November 9, 2023

Musical Stringman, 7-8 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Folk musician Paul Imholte performs traditional American, Celtic and original music on a dozen string instruments. For all ages. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota's Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment.

7:00 pm: Rainbow Support Evening


November 9, 2023

Rainbow Support Evening, 7-9 pm, Sisters of St. Benedict Spirituality Center, 104 Chapel Lane, St. Joseph, and via Zoom. Parents/allies/friends and GLBTQI+ persons gather to pray, share stories and support each other. Confidentiality is maintained. Free-will offering.

November 10, 2023(2 events)

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


November 10, 2023

St. Cloud Area Board Finance and Audit Committee, 8:30 a.m., District 742 Administration Office, 1201 S. Second St., Waite Park. 

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 10, 2023

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

November 11, 2023(3 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


November 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. 

10:00 am: Epic Events Craft Show


November 11, 2023

Epic Events Craft Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S., Sartell. Free admission.

10:30 am: Storytime


November 11, 2023

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.

November 12, 2023(2 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


November 12, 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 12, 2023

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

November 13, 2023(6 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 13, 2023

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

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


November 13, 2023

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

6:00 pm: Pickleball


November 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: St. Joseph Planning Commission


November 13, 2023

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

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6:30 pm: St. Joseph Women of Today


November 13, 2023

St. Joseph Women of Today, 6:30 p.m., St. Joseph Fire Hall, 323 Fourth Ave. NE.

7:00 pm: St. Joseph Township Board


November 13, 2023

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

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November 14, 2023(9 events)

9:00 am: Stearns County Board of Commissioners


November 14, 2023

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

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 14, 2023

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

10:15 am: Storytime


November 14, 2023

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: Storytime


November 14, 2023

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. 

11:30 am: Sartell Chamber of Commerce


November 14, 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


November 14, 2023

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

6:30 pm: Basketball for Grades 3-5


November 14, 2023

Basketball for Grades 3-5, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St Joseph. Nominal fee per participant. Register at https://www.cityofstjoseph.com/FormCenter/Epayment-Forms-4/Basketball-Grades-36-60 

6:30 pm: St. Stephen Planning Commission meeting


November 14, 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


November 14, 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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November 15, 2023(5 events)

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


November 15, 2023

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

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 15, 2023

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

6:00 pm: Pickleball


November 15, 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


November 15, 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


November 15, 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; advanced topics are not covered. Register with library staff for a 30-minute, one-on-one session. For adults and teens.

November 16, 2023(8 events)

9:00 am: Coffee and Conversation


November 16, 2023

Coffee and Conversation with a Side of Cake, 9 a.m., Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S. Join Tamara Heusers from SPOT Rehabilitation and Home Health Care to discuss current issues affecting seniors and learn about available resources. Free for museum members; nominal fee for non-members.

9:30 am: Spiritual R & R Day


November 16, 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-3/

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 16, 2023

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

1:00 pm: Career Force


November 16, 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


November 16, 2023

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

5:30 pm: Adult Book Club


November 16, 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. Join us for a lively and fun discussion of our latest read. Stop by or call the library for the title. For adults. No limit. 

6:00 pm: American Legion-Sartell


November 16, 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


November 16, 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. 

November 17, 2023(2 events)

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 17, 2023

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

8:00 pm: St. Cloud Singles Club Dance


November 17, 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

November 18, 2023(9 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


November 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. 

9:00 am: Jaymeson Miller Silent Auction and Fundraiser


November 18, 2023

Jaymeson Miller Silent Auction and Fundraiser, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Waters Church, 1227 Pinecone Road N., Sartell. All proceeds will go to Jaymeson, a 12-year-old boy who was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor. The goal of $50,000 is to help fund medical bills, transportation and living expenses. This is only half of what his treatment plan cost will be so far but it is a start! Sports signed memorabilia, ski/snowboarding items, dozens of donated baskets, face painting, local craft vendors and so much more! Nominal admission fee. 

10:00 am: Holiday Craft Fair


November 18, 2023

Holiday Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Resurrection Lutheran Church, 610 CR 2, St. Joseph. 

10:00 am: Whippersnapper Hour: “Dear Diary”


November 18, 2023

Whippersnapper Hour: “Dear Diary,” 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S., St Cloud.  

10:30 am: Paws to Read,


November 18, 2023

Paws to Read, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Visit the Library to read with a furry friend. Certified therapy animals (including a dog or two) will be on hand to listen as you read a story. It's lots of fun to read when a friendly animal is your audience! For ages 4 to 12. griver.org.

11:00 am: Central Minnesota Bookworms


November 18, 2023

Central Minnesota Bookworms, 11 a.m, Minnesota Street Market, 27 W Minnesota St., St Joseph (meeting space at the back of the store). The November selection is “Switchboard Soldiers” by Jennifer Chiaverini. Contact Kathy at 320-470-0942 with any questions.

11:30 am: Community Fellowship Meal


November 18, 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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1:00 pm: Coding at the Library


November 18, 2023

Coding at the Library, 1-2 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Do you enjoy a good puzzle? Are you creative, and love to solve problems? Do you want to learn what Computer Science is all about and become a better problem solver along the way? Presented by the computer science students of the College of St. Benedict and St. John's University. You will even get to program a real robot! For ages 8 to 12. Limit 10. https://griver.org/ 

7:00 pm: “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”


November 18, 2023

“Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” a community fundraising choir concert featuring Atonement Lutheran Choir, Central Minnesota Saints, Cold Spring Area Maennerchor, Minnesota Center Chorale and the St. John's Boys' Choir, 7-9 p.m., St. Mary's Cathedral, 25 Eighth Ave. S., St. Cloud. Event includes choir concert, food and fund drive benefiting Catholic Charities Emergency Services Food Shelf, St. Cloud.

November 19, 2023(3 events)

8:00 am: Pickleball


November 19, 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 19, 2023

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

4:00 pm: Balge-Park-Ross Trio Concert


November 19, 2023

Balge-Park-Ross Trio Concert, sponsored by Mary Lou & Jerry Lenz and Molly & Keith Ewing, 4 p.m., St. Cloud State University (Ruth Gant Recital Hall), 620 Third Ave. S., St. Cloud. Paid event. Tickets online or at the door. Seating opens at 3:30 p.m. 320-292-4645. chambermusicstcloud.org.

November 20, 2023(9 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 20, 2023

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

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


November 20, 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.

2:00 pm: Business Chat with SCORE


November 20, 2023

Business Chat with SCORE, 2-6 p.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Are you thinking of starting a business, or need help running one? SCORE mentors are a network of experienced entrepreneurs, corporate managers and executives, and are eager to help you start and grow your business. This free, informal consultation is a can't miss event for any aspiring small-business owner. Stop by the table in the first floor lobby and bring your questions. No advanced registration required.

6:00 pm: Pickleball


November 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.

6:00 pm: Sartell City Council


November 20, 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 City Council


November 20, 2023

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

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


November 20, 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: St. Joseph Rod & Gun Club Meeting


November 20, 2023

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

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November 21, 2023(12 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 21, 2023

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

10:00 am: Memory Writers


November 21, 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


November 21, 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. 

10:15 am: Fall Storytime


November 21, 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 21, 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.

12:00 pm: St. Joseph Economic Development Authority


November 21, 2023

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

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1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


November 21, 2023

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

5:00 pm: Laundry Love


November 21, 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.

6:30 pm: Basketball for Grades 3-5


November 21, 2023

Basketball for Grades 3-5, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kennedy Community School, 1300 Jade Road, St. Joseph. Nominal fee per participant. Register at https://www.cityofstjoseph.com/FormCenter/Epayment-Forms-4/Basketball-Grades-36-60 

7:00 pm: St. Cloud Area Genealogists


November 21, 2023

St. Cloud Area Genealogists, 7 p.m., Stearns History Museum, 235 33rd Ave. S., St. Cloud. Meeting by Zoom. For more information, please contact Brendon Duffy, 320-237-3723. stearns-museum.org

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7:00 pm: St. Joseph Lions Club


November 21, 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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November 22, 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.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 22, 2023

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

6:00 pm: Pickleball


November 22, 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. 

7:00 pm: Sartell Community Thanksgiving Ecumenical Worship Service


November 22, 2023

Sartell Community Thanksgiving Ecumenical Worship Service, 7 p.m., St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 219 Second St. N., Sartell. Please bring non-perishable food item donations for the food shelf. 

November 23, 2023(5 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.

No Coffee and Conversation today

November 23, 2023

No Coffee and Conversation today. Building closed for Thanksgiving.

10:00 am: Benton County Museum


November 23, 2023

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

1:00 pm: St. Joseph Food Shelf


November 23, 2023

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

5:00 pm: Pathways 4 Youth


November 23, 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/ 

November 24, 2023(2 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 24, 2023

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

November 25, 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 25, 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: Paws to Read


November 25, 2023

Paws to Read, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Great River Regional Library, 1300 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. Visit the Library to read with a furry friend. Certified therapy animals (including a dog or two) will be on hand to listen as you read a story. It's lots of fun to read when a friendly animal is your audience! For ages 4 to 12. griver.org.

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. https://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. https://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

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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. https://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. https://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. https://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. https://mnbentonhistory.org