Annual McCarthy Lecture set Sept. 19
You are invited to the 18th Annual Eugene McCarthy Lecture on Thursday, Sept. 19, for a unique program titled “Disagreeing Better: Lessons from Life, Law, and Improv Comedy.” John Inazu, a distinguished law professor and First Amendment expert from Washington University, will be joined by Tane Danger and the talented cast of the Theater of Public Policy. Humphrey Theater, Saint John’s University, 7:00 p.m.. This event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind evening. Please direct any questions to mccarthycenter@csbsju.edu or 320-363-3266
Grant funding now available
The Bernick Family Foundation is offering $200,000 in grant funding to eligible programs in their territories in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Organizations that support youth in building their career skills or support activities that address active lifestyles, are encouraged to apply for a Bernick Family Foundation grant. Applications are now being accepted through Sept. 30. Complete grant guidelines and electronic applications are available at communitygiving.org/grants. To learn more, visit thenewsleaders.com.
Thank you transit professionals
Beginning Sept. 1, Metro Bus customers as well as members of the communities Metro Bus serves are invited to submit compliments for Metro Bus operators, dispatchers, street supervisors and/or other staff. Compliments can be submitted at ridemetrobus.com/thanks/ or calling 320-257-4594 from 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Friday or between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday or Sunday and opting to submit a compliment. As a token of Metro Bus’s gratitude for those who take the time to share a compliment, submitters will be eligible to receive $5 of Stored Value on a Metro Bus Smart Ride Ticket.
Microchip clinic set Sept. 7
Tri-County Humane Society is hosting a pet microchip event on Saturday, Sept. 7. No appointment is needed for this walk-in-only clinic. The clinic will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. during Woofstock, our annual Companion Walk for Animals at Wilson Park in St. Cloud. The cost is $10 plus tax. Microchipping your pet takes only a few minutes, and TCHS staff will register the chip ASAP. After your pet is chipped, stick around for the rest of the Woofstock fun. Learn more at www.tricountyhumanesociety.org/walk.
Back-to-school clothing drive seeks donations
Help kids get ready for school by donating youth clothing to Catholic Charities Basic Everyday Essentials program. Donate gently used clothing including jeans, sweatshirts, shoes, gym shoes, T-shirts and new underwear and socks. Donations can be delivered to 157 Roosevelt Road, Suite #100, St. Cloud. Donations are accepted from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Mondays and Friday, and from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesdays. Contact Catholic Charities Emergency Services at 320-229-4560 or emergencyservices@ccstcloud.org for more information.
Days of Caring to be Sept. 16-20
Join United Way of Central Minnesota for Day(s) of Caring from Sept. 16-20. Sign up to be part of Central Minnesota’s largest volunteer event. Choose from a variety of projects such as painting, outdoor activities, meal preparation, holiday prep and so much more. All volunteers will receive a free T-shirt and a Coborn’s deli voucher. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with friends, family, co-workers, church groups and service organizations while positively impacting our community. Visit the United Way website to view the full list of projects and get involved. Contact Mary Krippner, director of volunteer engagement, at 320-223-7991 or mkrippner@unitedwayhelps.org.
Donate blood
The American Red Cross needs eligible and healthy blood donors today. Patients are counting on lifesaving blood. If you’re healthy, please schedule an appointment to give in the days ahead. You are strongly urged to make an appointment to provide lifesaving blood products to patients. Visit www.redcrossblood.org to make your appointment today.
