St. Joseph Christmas tree collection
St. Joseph residents can dispose of holiday trees on Thursday, Jan. 9. Remove decorations, stands or bags and place trees on the curb by 6 a.m.
Sartell Christmas tree drop-off
Sartell residents can drop-off Christmas trees from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Sartell compost site, 520 30th Ave. N. The service is free, however, city officials are asking for a food- shelf donation.
Winter gear needed for kids
Winter gear is needed for kindergarten through eighth-grade students. All gently used and new winter clothing accepted. Suggested items include hats, waterproof gloves, snow pants, coats/jackets, boots and warm socks. Drop off donations between 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. at United Way of Central Minnesota, 921 First St. N., St. Cloud. Contact Mary Krippner, United Way volunteer engagement manager, at 320-223-7991 or mkrippner@unitedwayhelps.org.
This is Life: The Cost of Community simulation
This is Life: The Cost of Community Crisis scheduled for 8:45-11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 9 at Capital One. This event is an interactive immersion experience that depicts real-life scenarios faced by many of the families living in Central Minnesota who are sometimes one paycheck away from homelessness or crisis. During this experience, you will take on an identity. You and your family will work together to sustain yourself as you live a month in crisis. Visit unitedwayhelps.org to register.
EZ-Go drivers needed
St. Benedict’s Monastery, St. Joseph, is seeking volunteers to drive sisters to different areas on campus in an enclosed golf cart. Hours are flexible for morning or afternoon shifts. Contact Sister Jean Schwartz at 320-363-7105 or jschwartz@csbsju.edu.
Delivery driver wanted
The Newsleaders is immediately hiring a driver for every other Thursday (starting Jan. 9) from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Must have clean driving record and a Minnesota license. Contact Janelle at janellev@thenewsleaders.com or call 320-363-7741 Option 1.
