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Events in December 2023

  • Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Holiday Craft Fair

    Holiday Craft Fair


    December 1, 2023

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

    Joetown WinterWalk

    Joetown WinterWalk


    December 1, 2023

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

  • Pickleball

    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. 

    Christmas Candy and Cookie Bake Sale

    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.

    Saturday Storytime

    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.

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

  • Pickleball

    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. 

    Open Gym Basketball

    Open Gym Basketball


    December 3, 2023

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

  • Elf Hunt

    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.

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Tech Help Time

    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. 

    Fare for All

    Fare for All


    December 4, 2023

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

    Sartell Lions Club

    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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    Pickleball

    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.

    Sartell Planning Commission (CANCELED)

    Sartell Planning Commission (CANCELED)


    December 4, 2023

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

    St. Joseph City Council

    St. Joseph City Council


    December 4, 2023

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

    More information

  • Elf Hunt

    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.

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Memory Writers

    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.

    Fall Storytime

    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. 

    Fall Storytime

    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. 

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 5, 2023

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

    Laundry Love

    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.

    St. Joseph Lions Club

    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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    St. Wendel Township meeting

    St. Wendel Township meeting


    December 5, 2023

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

  • Elf Hunt

    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.

    Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso

    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

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Advocates for Independence

    Advocates for Independence


    December 6, 2023

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

    More information

    Pickleball

    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. 

    St. Cloud school board meeting / work session

    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.

    St. Stephen City Council

    St. Stephen City Council


    December 6, 2023

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

  • Elf Hunt

    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.

    Coffee and Conversation

    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?

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Winter Potluck

    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! 

    Career Force

    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.

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 7, 2023

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

    Tree Shakers Genealogy Club

    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.

  • Elf Hunt

    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.

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    "Comfort and Joy", presented by The Crusade Choir

    "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.

  • Elf Hunt

    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.

    Pickleball

    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. 

    Saturday Storytime

    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.

    Chris Ward: Harpist

    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.

    St. Stephen Lions Sloverian Sausage Cookoff

    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.

    "Comfort and Joy", presented by The Crusade Choir

    "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.

  • Elf Hunt

    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.

    Pickleball

    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. 

    Winter Extravaganza

    Winter Extravaganza


    December 10, 2023

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

    Open Gym Basketball

    Open Gym Basketball


    December 10, 2023

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

    "Comfort and Joy", presented by The Crusade Choir

    "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.

  • Benton County Museum

    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. 

    St. Joseph Convention & Visitor's Bureau meeting

    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.

    Pickleball

    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.

    Sartell City Council

    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.

    More information

    St. Joseph Planning Commission

    St. Joseph Planning Commission


    December 11, 2023

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

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    St. Joseph Park Board meeting

    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.

    St. Joseph Township Board

    St. Joseph Township Board


    December 11, 2023

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

    More information

  • Stearns County Board of Commissioners

    Stearns County Board of Commissioners


    December 12, 2023

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

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Sartell Chamber of Commerce

    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]

    More information

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 12, 2023

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

    Jukebox Saturday Night

    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.

    St. Stephen Planning Commission meeting

    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.

    National Alliance on Mental Illness

    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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  • Breakfast Club

    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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    Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso

    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

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce

    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

    More information

    Pickleball

    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. 

    Stearns County Park Commission meeting

    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.

    St. Joseph Y2K Lions Club

    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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    Between the Covers Book Discussion

    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.

  • SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

    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.

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Sartell-Sauk Rapids Moms Club Monthly Social

    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.

    Preschoolers Play & Learn Workshop

    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. 

    St. Joseph Senior Citizens’ Christmas Party

    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. 

    Career Force

    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.

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 14, 2023

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

    Stearns County Board of Adjustment

    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. 

    “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin

    “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.

  • St. Cloud School Board Finance and Audit Committee

    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. 

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin

    “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.

    St. Cloud Singles Club Dance

    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

  • Pickleball

    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. 

    Central Minnesota Bookworms

    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.

    Paws to Read

    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.

    Community Fellowship Meal

    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.

    More information

    “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin

    “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.

    “White Christmas” the musical, by Irving Berlin

    “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

  • Pickleball

    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. 

    Open Gym Basketball

    Open Gym Basketball


    December 17, 2023

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

    The Sounds of Christmas

    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.

    Christmas with Lorie Line

    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.

  • Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Parkinson’s Support Group for Caregivers and People with Parkinson’s Disease

    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.

    Pickleball

    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.

    Sartell-St. Stephen Schools School Board Meeting

    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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    Sartell High School Winter Orchestra Concert

    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.

    St. Joseph Rod & Gun Club Meeting

    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.

    More information

  • Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Memory Writers

    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.

    Mobile office hours

    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. 

    St. Joseph Economic Development Authority

    St. Joseph Economic Development Authority


    December 19, 2023

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

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    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 19, 2023

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

    Laundry Love

    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.

    St. Joseph Lions Club

    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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  • SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together)

    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. 

    Yoga Classes with Marilyn Pietso

    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

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Pickleball

    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. 

    St. Cloud school board meeting

    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.

    Tech Help Time

    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. 

  • Coffee and Conversation

    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.

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Career Force

    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.

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 21, 2023

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

    Adult Book Club

    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. 

    American Legion-Sartell

    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].

    D&D Adventures

    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. 

  • Benton County Museum

    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. 

  • Pickleball

    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. 

  • Pickleball

    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. 

    Open Gym Basketball

    Open Gym Basketball


    December 24, 2023

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

    Christmas Eve Mass

    Christmas Eve Mass


    December 24, 2023

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

  • Christmas Day Mass

    Christmas Day Mass


    December 25, 2023

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

  • Stearns County Board of Commissioners

    Stearns County Board of Commissioners


    December 26, 2023

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

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 26, 2023

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

    Stearns County Planning Commission

    Stearns County Planning Commission


    December 26, 2023

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

    National Alliance on Mental Illness

    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

    More information

  • Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Pickleball

    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. 

  • Coffee and Conversation

    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

    Benton County Museum

    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. 

    Career Force

    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.

    St. Joseph Food Shelf

    St. Joseph Food Shelf


    December 28, 2023

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

  • Benton County Museum

    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. 

  • Pickleball

    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. 

  • Pickleball

    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. 

    Open Gym Basketball

    Open Gym Basketball


    December 31, 2023

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