Happenings

DFL Precinct Caucus Training: There will be a DFL Precinct Caucus Training beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Detroit Lakes Public Library. This is a great opportunity for DFL'ers to learn all about what will take place at a DFL Precinct Caucus and how to convene a DFL Precinct Caucus. DFL caucuses for all precincts in Becker County will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 6 in the M-State Cafeteria. Registration and social time begins at 5:30 p.m. Caucuses start at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, January 31

Kids Count Minnesota: A program on "Adverse Childhood Experiences and the Community Workforce," hosted by Kids Count Minnesota, begins at 5 p.m. in the Forest Conference Center at Ecumen Detroit Lakes (1415 Madison Ave.). Speakers will include Ben Horowitz, project manager for the Community Development Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, Jennifer Bertram, Kids Count coordinator for the Children's Defense Fund of Minnesota, and Liz Kuoppala, executive director of Mahube-Otwa Community Action Partnership. A light supper will be served, courtesy of the Becker County Early Childhood Initiative. Please call Mahube-Otwa at 218-847-1385 for more information.

Thursday, February 1

Giving Hearts Dinner: The Refuge Christian Outreach and Compassion House of Detroit Lakes are hosting a "Giving Hearts" Fundraiser Dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Historic Holmes Theatre Ballroom (826 Summit Ave., Detroit Lakes). Dinner is free; must RSVP to 218-847-1982 as seating is limited. There will be an opportunity to give an offering to help support The Refuge and Compassion House during the evening.

Saturday, February 3

Midnite Riders Classic Old Timers Snowmobile Run: Registration begins at 8 a.m. for the 51st Annual Midnite Riders Classic Old Timers Snowmobile Run, which gets underway at 10:30 a.m. in front of the Lake Park Liquor Store. The public is invited to view these vintage sleds until the start of the ride; 5rophies for "best in show" will be given away at 10 a.m., with a drivers' meeting set for 10:15. Over $5,000 in prizes will be given away, including a WE Fest VIP package. For more information please contact Bill at 701-866-1580 or Bud at 218-849-2885.

Sleigh & Cutter Festival: The Barn at Dunvilla will host its 4th Annual Sleigh & Cutter Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration starts at 10 a.m., with the Grand Entry set for 11:30. There will also be a craft and vendor show, a hot lunch served by the Dunvilla Lions Club and swimming at the Inn until 2 p.m. (space is limited for swimming, so please call 218-863-8000 in advance to reserve your spot).

Flannel & Lace Night: The Frazee Event Center will host beer, wine and liquor tasting from the Frazee Liquor Store as well as a variety of vendors offering chocolate and cheese tastings, food samples, music, door prizes, and a silent auction. There will be a grand prize drawing for a night away at Thumper Pond. Admission is $5. Call Amber Bender at 218-331-2554 for more information.

Sunday, February 4

Pancake Breakfast: The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a pancake, French toast and sausage breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Holy Rosary Parish Center.

Miscellaneous

These Happenings section items or events do not have a specific date, or take place on more than one day.

Detroit Lakes Ice Palace: A crew of artists and volunteers will be out on the City Beach in front of the Pavilion building the Polar Fest Ice Palace for the remainder of this month, culminating in the Grand Lighting Ceremony at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8. The public is welcome to come out and view the proceedings, or watch the process on a live web camera that can be accessed online at polarfestdl.com/iceharvest.

Canadian 'Why Not' Bonspiel: The Lakes Curling Club, located at 506 North Hwy. 59, Detroit Lakes, will host a special bonspiel event on Feb. 5-6. Call the club at 218-847-8186 or Roger Lee at 847-7324 for more information.

Artist Exhibit: Artist Carmen I. Bruhn is displaying her acrylic paintings at the Detroit Lakes Public Library (1000 Washington Ave.) through the month of February.

ABE Orientation: Detroit Lakes Adult Basic Education is offering a two0day orientation for those wanting to enroll in GED or Adult Diploma classes. Orientation dates are Feb. 7-8. Call 218-844-5760 to register or stop by the ABE office at M State-Detroit Lakes.

Free English as a Second Language Classes: Adult Basic Education in Detroit Lakes offers free English language instruction for adults every Monday-Thursday. The schedule is flexible and individualized. Call 218-844-5760 or stop by the ABE offices at M State to register or for more information.

Library Storytime: Children ages 3 through kindergarten are invited to the Detroit Lakes Library on Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10:30 a.m. for exciting stories and activities that are more fun than a barrel of monkeys. For more information, call 847-2168 or visit your library at 1000 Washington Ave. Information is also available online at www.larl.org.

Alzheimer's Support Group: Meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Yoga Studio at Ecumen Detroit Lakes.

TOPS meetings: Take Off Pounds Sensibly members help each other stay on track to their weight loss goal. No diets, no food to buy and no workouts to follow. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Minnesota TOPS Chapter 30 meets Mondays in Trinity Lutheran Church choir room in Detroit Lakes. Weigh in is at 4:15 p.m., followed by meeting at 4:30. TOPS Chapter 940 meets on Thursdays at 9 a.m., also at Trinity Lutheran. TOPS 1251 of Lake Park meets every Tuesday at the Lake Park Lutheran Church, with weigh-in starting at 12 noon, followed by the meeting at 12:30. Come and join us as we help each other reach our weight goals as we improve our health. New members always welcome. For more information call 218-532-2883, or 218-532-5882.

Celebrate Recovery: Celebrate Recovery at The Refuge, for hurts, habits and hang-ups is Mondays begins with supper at 5:45 p.m., with large group and small group at 6:45. Call 701-367-3313 or 218-847-1982 for more information.

L.A. Moms group: Lakes Area (L.A.) Moms is designed to nurture every mother. At our L.A. Moms group, you will have a chance to socialize with other moms, hear some great teaching, have discussion time and participate in creative activities. L.A. Moms is held the first and third Wednesday of each month throughout the school year from 9-11 a.m. at the Lakes Area Vineyard Church in Detroit Lakes. For more info, call 218-846-1199.

Senior Social: A Senior Social is held the first and third Thursday of the month at the Neighbor to Neighbor office in Frazee. The address is 501 W. Juniper Suite B. (the "blue building" on old Hwy. 10). Call 218-334-3559 for more information.

Community Alliance Church programs: Community Alliance Church, Detroit Lakes, hosts Quilting for Missions Mondays at 9:30 a.m.; The first Tuesday of every month is High Mileage (suggested ages 55 and up), which meets for "pot-blessing" meal at noon, followed by special music and a Bible nugget.

Foster homes needed: Foster homes are needed. If you or someone you know can help, please call Becker County Children and Family Services 218-847-5628 and ask for Intake. You can make a difference in a child's life.

Bone Builders: An exercise class for seniors called "Bone Builders" is being held at 405 W. Maple Ave. in Detroit Lakes, Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m., the Lake Park City Center every Tuesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m., and also at the Vergas Event Center, Thursdays at 9:30.a.m. The group focuses on low-impact and balance exercises.

Dunvilla Lions Club: The Dunvilla Lions Club will meet the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Dunn Township Hall.

Free hot meal: Stop into the Refuge every Thursday and Friday evening for a hot meal served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. The Refuge is located at 921 8th Street SE in Detroit Lakes.

Be a foster grandparent: For those 55 and older interested in being a foster grandparent through the Tri-Valley Opportunity Council program, call 1-800-584-7020 or visit www.tvoc.org.

Adoption grants available: Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church LCMC has grant funds available for families wishing to adopt children. For more information, call 847-1831 or 844-7919.

Cancer support group: Essentia Health St. Mary's Cancer Support Group meets the 4th Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m. Please meet at the fireplace in the Clinic Lobby. The cancer support group is open to anyone who is affected by cancer — patients, survivors, family, friends or caregivers. For additional information, contact Jennifer Frank at 218-847-0880.

The Caring Cup: Every second and last Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., community members who are dealing with the loss of a loved one meet at the David-Donehower Funeral Home for friendship, support and encouragement. The free program is open to the public, no registration necessary.

Women's Domestic Violence Education Support Group: Lakes Crisis & Resource Center hosts a Women's Domestic Violence Education Support Group every Wednesday from 5:30—6:30 p.m. in the crisis center. Call to pre-register at 218-847-8572 or 218-847-7446. Childcare is available upon request.

Rummikub, more games: Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., come to Holy Rosary fireplace room for coffee, desserts and a game of cards, board games or Rummikub. Everyone is welcome.

Parkinson's Support Group: Emmanuel Nursing Home's Forest Conference Center, 2 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month.

Celebrate Recovery: Every Monday evening the Refuge in Detroit Lakes hosts a supper at 5:45 p.m. and meeting at 6:45 p.m. Call Cleo at 701-367-3313 for more information.

BC Senior Meals: Meals for persons 60 and older are served several times each week at nutrition sites in Detroit Lakes, Lake Park, Osage and Wolf Lake or can be delivered directly to homes in these communities, Frazee and Callaway, via the Meals on Wheels program. One-day advance notice of attendance is required at many sites. For more information, call Lake Park at 238-5336, Detroit Lakes at 847-5823, Osage/Wolf Lake at 573-3663, Frazee at 847-5823, Ogema at 877-498-2865, and Callaway (Meals on Wheels only) at 847-5823.

Caregiver discussion group: A caregiver discussion group is held the first Tuesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Detroit Lakes. Are you caring for a friend or family member age 60 or older? Join other caregivers for education, sharing, problem-solving and refreshments. Facilitated by Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota. All are welcome. Contact Jaime at (218) 850-8616 with questions.

Lakes Area Quilt Guild: The Lakes Area Quilt Guild meets every 4th Thursday at 7 pm at Ecumen in Detroit Lakes, Emmanuel Nursing Home in the Forest Conference Center. Check us out on Facebook! All levels of quilters, new and experienced are welcome to attend.

Refuge weekly outreach: The Refuge Christian Outreach & Resource Center weekly gatherings include Monday-Friday from 7-8:30 a.m. Breakfast & Bible; Monday — Celebrate Recovery Meal at 5:45 p.m. and Meeting at 6:45 p.m. (no childcare), Wednesday — Women Ministry and Crafting at 4 p.m./Bible study on Bible Doctrine at 6 p.m., Thursday — Bible study on Battle Field of the Mind by Joyce Meyers, Friday — Christian Movie at 7 p.m.; Thursday, Friday and Saturday — free meal and fellowship at 5-6:30 p.m. Call 847-1982 or check website calendar for updates at www.therefugeofdl.org.

Preschool screening: Preschool screening for 3-5 year olds for the Frazee-Vergas district is provided through Becker County Community Health Services. Call Annie at 218-847-5628 ext. 5419 to make an appointment. This one screening will provide your child the requirements for Early Childhood Screening. Minnesota law requires each child attend a health and developmental screening before kindergarten.

Senior Center Activities: The DL Senior Citizens Center has activities all month long. Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. is Pinochle; at 1 p.m. there will be 500 and other games. Whist is played on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. The third Wednesday of each month will be a celebration of birthdays for the month. The second Monday of each month there will be a Site Council meeting at 11 a.m. For more information, call 847-5823.

Bingo for DL Hockey: The DL Youth Hockey organization holds Bingo every Sunday at Zorbaz in support of youth hockey in Detroit Lakes. All are welcome; Bingo starts at 6 p.m.

Eagles Pinochle: Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. there will be pinochle at the Eagles Club located at 112 West Holmes Street in Detroit Lakes. Members, guests and friends welcome. For questions call Gordy Martinson at 218-841-2940.

Men's lunch, bridge club: Men's lunch and bridge club meets every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Holiday Inn. Call (701) 388-4329 if you are interested in playing.

Overeaters Anonymous: All Red River Valley compulsive eaters are welcome to a 12-step program on Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. in the First Lutheran Church in DL. This is the Serenity Group DL of Overeaters Anonymous. Contact Dorene at 846-0019 for more information.

eReader help: Schedule a one-on-one appointment to address your eReader questions every Tuesday (10:30-11:30 a.m.) and Wednesday (4:30-5:30 p.m.) at Detroit Lakes Public Library, or call for an appointment that better fits your schedule. For more information, call Detroit Lakes Public Library at 218-847-2168.

Breastfeeding support group: A Breastfeeding Support Group is Tuesdays from 3 to 4 p.m. in St. Mary's Essentia Health conference rooms A & B. Women and children only. Please call the OB floor for more information or to sign up at 847-0804.

Birthing class: Essentia Health St. Mary's hosts childbirth preparation classes for expectant mothers in their sixth to seventh month of pregnancy. Topics include Labor & Delivery, Cesarean Birth, Role of the Labor Companion, Newborn Care, Unexpected Outcomes, Breast & Bottle Feeding, Postpartum Period, Breathing Patterns & Relaxation Techniques. Suggested donation is $30 for all five classes. Classes are Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call (218) 847-0804.