October 14th @ 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Rochester Area Women's Connection Luncheon and "Handmade-Homemade Fair"
The Rochester Area Women's Connection Lunch will be held at the Holiday Inn South in Rochester.
Special Feature: Annual Silent Auction -- Benefit to Village Missions and Stonecroft Ministries Christmas Fund. Lunch is $10.* |
October 15th @ 7-8 pm - Minnessota Home Ownership Seminar
The Minnesota Home Ownership Center is hosting a unique seminar on mortgages and foreclosures. Just call 1-888-886-6603 on 10/15 at 7 pm to participate. You’ll be able to ask experts questions from basic to complicated. And it’s up to you to decide on your next steps. It’s completely anonymous. The Minnesota Home Ownership Center is an independent, nonprofit counseling organization. You can get more information on the seminar online at www.hocmn.org.
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October 16th @ 6 pm - Candlelight Vigil- A Crime Victim's Crisis Center/Domestic Abuse Project Event
The Candlelight Vigil will be held in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month to remember those who have lost their lives, been injured through domestic violence and those
who continue to live in abuse. Please join us in a show of support for stopping violence in our community. Please meet at the Government Center, 411 South Broadway in Albert Lea, and walk to the Fountain Lake Gazebo. Speakers and refreshments will be at the Gazebo. For more information, call (507)377-5460
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October 16th @ 7 pm - Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility Panel Summit
Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility Panel Summit to be held in Bethel Hall at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 3rd Avenue SE, Rochester . This event is sponsored by the Augsburg College MBA Program and is part of the "Connecting with the Community" learning series. This conference is free and open to the public. No registration is needed. |
October 17th @ 7 pm - Kiwanis Night Lights Run
The 4th Annual Night Lights 8K Run will start at the Best Western, Soldiers Field. The event is hosted by the Stewartville Kiwanis and will benefit the March of Dimes, which raises money to improve the health of babies. To participate, call Lori at 507-533-8859. |
October 17th @ - Cardboard Box City
Spend a night in the box (or tent) to help the homeless. The "camp"aign raises funds for The Salvation Army, Interfaith Hospitality Network, and the Dorothy Day House. There will be a scavenger hunt from 4-8 pm, a Sheltered Reality Concert from 7-9 pm, and play "Are you Smarter than Tom Garrett Trivia." For more information, contact Joanne at 281-3122. |
October 17th @ 6-9 pm - Y-Mentors Pre-Holiday Wine Tasting
You are invited to Andy's Liquor 18th Annual Pre-Holiday Wine Tasting, Benefiting the Y Mentors Program, at the Shops at University Square. $25/person. Tickets are available at any Andy's Liquor locations or at the Rochester Area Family Y! Contact Teresa Byland for more information or to purchase tickets: teresab@rochfamy.org or 507-287-2260 ext. 327. |
October 18th @ 1 pm - Beth Kunce Memorial Walk
Phi Theta Chi is proud to host the second annual Beth Kunce Memorial Walk at Jaycee’s pavilion in Winona. We started this walk in memory of a Sister of ours, Beth Kunce, who passed away seven years ago. Beth was a big supporter of Special Olympics and spent many hours during her college career volunteering with this organization. There will be food, music and multiple ways to win prizes. If you have questions please contact Jenna Dabler at Jmdabler6924@winona.edu, or 715-302-3736.
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October 18th @ 8 am- 12:30 pm - Fontaine Towers Fall Bazaar
Fontaine Towers wil host their annual Fall Bazaar. Come for breakfast, lunch, crafts, a rummage sale, and bake sale. Fontaine Towers is located at 102 2nd St SE, Rochester.* |
October 18th @ 9:00am-3:00pm - Rushford Arts and Crafts Fair
Handmade arts and crafts of all kinds! Come to sell--Come to buy. Saturday October 18 from 9-3pm at the Rushford-Petersom H.S. Gym. All proceeds are to support community projects. |
October 18th @ - AIDS Benefit
Join the AIDS Benefit at the Byron Legion V.F.W, 505 Frontage Road in Byron. Come out for great ocal bands and food. The cost is just $5 a person. The money raised will be donated, divided between the Mower County Red Cross and the Olmsted County Red Cross to help those dealing with the struggles from HIV/AIDS. |
October 20th @ - Volunteers Needed at Season's Hospice
Seasons Hospice seeks men and women volunteers to provide non-medical
support for patients and families experiencing end-of-life transitions.
Training includes hospice philosophy and goals, care and comfort measures, communication, psychosocial issues, spirituality, bereavement
and other topics. The training will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Rochester on October 20, 22 and 24 (all three days), 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Meals and materials will be provided. For details and to register call (507) 285-1930, Ext. 201 |
October 22nd @ 9:00am-5:00pm - First Congretional Church Rummage Sale and Luncheon
Rummage sale from 9-5pm; Luncheon from 11a-1pm (featuring Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken soup, fresh hot popovers and home baked pies. For more information, call 507.433.3836 |
October 23rd @ 11 am - St. John's Lutheran Church Annual Dinner
St. John's Lutheran Church in Kasson will be hosting their Norwegian Lutefisk Supper at 301 8th Ave NW in Kasson.* |
October 23rd @ 7-9 pm - Alanon- AA Open Speaker Meeting
Alanon will meet at the Congregational Church-UCC, 965 17th Ave SW, Rochester. Alanon, AA members and their guests are welcome to attend this meeting. There are two speakers, one from AA and one from Alanon. Coffee and snacks are served. |
October 23rd @ 7 pm - Kindergarten Open House
Rochester Catholic Schools offer full-day, everyday kindergarten, and World
Language instruction that begins in Kindergarten. The Kindergarten Information Night will be held at St.
Francis of Assisi School, St. Pius X School and Holy Spirit School. Questions, call 280-0349. |
October 24th @ 5:30 pm - Pheasant and Habitat Unlimited Fundraiser
Pheasant and Habitat Unlimited Group of Stewartville will host their 26th Annual Banquet and Auction Fundraiser at the Stewartville Sportsman's Club. Profits are used for pheasant habitat, trees for planting, food plots and winter corn feeding. For more information, call 507-378-2836. |
October 24th @ 6:30-8:30 PM - Y Family Spooktacular Event!
Have a truly SPOOKTACULAR time this Halloween at the party INSIDE the Y at the annual Spooktacular event! Come for a ghoulish trip through the spooky treat trail and up to the caverns for a goblin of a good time. This is a perfect way to stay active this Halloween season. Contact the Y for more information and to get signed up at: 507-287-2260 or register online!
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October 25th @ 8:30am - 5pm - Healing Adventures Camp
The Mayo Hospice Program will be holding a Healing Adventures Camp on Saturday, October 25. The camp will be held at the Ironwood Springs Ranch in Stewartville. The event benefits children who have experienced the death of an important person in his or her life. The camp will allow children to meet with others who have had a similar experience. Campers will be assigned to age-appropriate groups and will participate in a variety of activities, including: nature walks, crafts, music, and petting zoo. Registrations must be recieved by Friday, October 10. For more information, registration forms, or future camp offerings, please e-mail Carol Kuisle at: kuisle.carol@mayo.edu or call (507) 284-1690. |
October 25th @ 9 am - Brains Together for a Cure walk
The Brains Together for a Cure walk will be at the Rochester Community College & Technical Field House. The walk will raise money for Brain Cancer research.
9:00 Registration, 10:00 walk.
For more information, visit www.brainstogetherforacure.org. |
October 25th @ 3:30pm-7:00pm - Sons of Norway Kristiania Lutefisk Dinner
Sons of Norway Kristiana Lodge 47 will hold it's Lutefisk Dinner from 3:30-7:00pm on October 25 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church-2124 Viola Rd. NE Rochester, MN. Cost will be $14 for adults and $7 for chuldren under 12 |
October 25th @ 10am-12pm - Oasis Church Super Market Saturday with channel one food shelf
Food will be distributed at Oasis Church (1815 38th ST NE Rochester, MN) from 10-12pm on Saturday October 25. If you are not registered with Channel One, please arrive by 10:00am to fill out an application. |
October 25th @ 4-7 pm - Brownsdale United Methodist Church Dinner
The Brownsdale United Methodist Church is hosting their annual Chicken Dinner and Bazaar. Adults, $8, kids $4, and under 5 free. For more information, 507-567-2644.* |
October 25th @ 9am- 3pm - AAUW's 36th Annual Village Affair
The American Association of University Women will host their 36th Annual Village Affair to raise money for educational scholarships for women. The event includes over 60 craft exhibitors and lunch from 11am- 1pm and will be held at Blooming Prairie High School. Admission is free. |
October 25th @ - Benefit for Jeremiah Benike
Jeremiah Benike of Elgin is being treated for MS. He can not currently work
or participate in any of his usual activities. He is 30 years old, married,
has 2 young daughters and resides in Elgin where he has been a volunteer
fireman for 8 years. There will be a benefit for Jeremiah at the Elgin American Legion. A pool tournament and bean bag tournament will
begin at 9. A silent auction and chicken dinner will be from 11 - 7 with a
dance to follow. Any questions contact Rich Hall at 507-421-0667. |
October 26th @ 1:30 PM - Shades of Green Hosta Society Program
Shades of Green Hosta Society of Southeast Minnesota Program: “The Passion & Fun of Hosta Hybridizing” will be presented at RCTC Heintz Center Auditorium, 1926 Collegeview Drive S.E., Rochester. Free Seminar - Visitors Welcome. For more information:
Karen Noltee at 288-6730 or prestonplants@aol.com |
October 26th @ 5-7:30 pm - Rochester YoungLife Fall Banquet
The Rochester YoungLife Fall Banquet will be at the International Event Center, 7333 Airport Drive SW. It's a 50's theme so get out your poodle skirt or roll up your jeans. Elvis will be singing, along with dinner and a program. Come see and hear what YoungLife is all about. This event is free of charge...please call for a reservation. Karissa Stubstad 358-4715 or karissa@rochester.younglife.org |
October 28th @ 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. - Plain-ly Speaking Toastmaster Club Open House
Find out how Toastmasters can help you become a better leader and communicator at the open house for the Plain-ly Speaking Toastmaster Club! The event will be held at the Plainview Community Center. |
October 31st @ 6-8:30 pm - Space Odyssey
Join the Space Odyssey at New Life Worship Center, 6301 34th Ave. in Rochester. Free Admission. Huge inflatables, hot air balloon rides - weather permitting, live pony rides, arcade games, prizes, games, candy, free cotton candy, free popcorn and chips/hot dogs for 25 cents. Costumes are encouraged but not necessary.
If questions, call Pam Mickelson, 289-7078.* |
October 31st @ 7:30 - 11pm - Savvy Singles Party/Dance
Savvy Singles Party/Dance at the Blue Mooon Ballroom,2030 US 14 E
Rochester. Meet some of Rochester's BEST Available Singles! Lesson at 7:30 pm; Cash Bar available; Wear a costume and you may win the contest or qualify for prizes?! Questions/comments: contact Jill at jtopness@charter.net and visit http://www.savvysingle.net
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Oxbow Park Programs
Oxbow Park has fun programs for you and your family all year long. For program information, call (507) 775-2451. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Women Build!
Women Build is a new project from the Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity in which women from all walks of life join together to build an affordable home for a family in need in our community. To break ground on this project, $100,000 must be raised. To learn more, stop in at any "Women Build" meeting the third Wednesday of each month at the Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity or call 252-0849. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Free Manufacturing Job Training Program
Workforce Development, Inc. is offering a free program designed to provide training to adults who are interested in either entering or moving up a Manufacturing career ladder. WDI’s Manufacturing Academy can help you take control of your future. Contact Brian Coleman at 507-446-1470 TODAY for more information.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ 7 pm - Mother's Heart Meetings
Calling all Homeschool Moms! Mothers Heart- Homeschool Support Network, meets the first Monday night of every month at 7:00 pm at Panera North. The meetings are for mentoring, encouragement and networking. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ 7pm-8:30pm - "Plain-ly Speaking"
Plain-ly Speaking Toastmasters Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening of each month at 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. If you want to increase your confidence level in speaking to others or in a leadership role, visit the club to see it all in action! |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - The Rochester Public Library
The Rochester Public Library has fun and educational events for you and your family! For a complete listing, visit www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org and click on "events and classes."
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Habitat for Humanity- Volunteers Needed
Do you want to volunteer? Habitat for Humanity will be hosting orientations the 1st Wednesday of the month from 6:45pm to 7:15pm as well as the 4th Monday from 5:30 pm to 6 pm. The Women's Build Meeting will be the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. The Youth United Meetings will be held the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm. All meetings will be held at the Habitat for Humanity office, Habitat for Humanity 1530 Greenview Drive SW, Suite 107. If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact Patricia at (507)252-0849 ext. 4.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Volunteers Needed at the Salvation Army
The Salvation Army provides numerous services in our community and they need your help! The Salvation Army has opportunities available in their medical clinic, dental clinic, community food shelf, thrift store, and much more. For more information, call (507) 288-3663. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Volunteers Need at Bear Creek Services
Bear Creek Services needs volunteers to assist with lawn care, snow removal, and maintenance at one or more of their 13 group homes in the Rochester Area. For more information, call Bear Creek Services at (507) 288-7295. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - AFPCA Meetings
There are options for care of your loved ones who cannot live alone. If you would like to find out more, come to the AFCPA meetings the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 pm at the ABC building. Please call Linda Holt for more information at (507) 365-8952. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Break of Day Toastmaster's Club
Visit Break of Day Toastmaster's Club on Wednesday mornings from 7-8 am at Christ United Methodist Church, 400 Fifth Ave SW. For more information, email Angela Jackson at area86@d6tm.org. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Mayo Daybreakers Toastmasters Group
Need confidence in speaking to another individual, small group or large group of people? Join Mayo Daybreakers Toastmasters Group every Tuesday morning at 7 am in the Gonda Building, second floor - Bolz Seminar Room. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Child Care Resource and Referral
It's tough to be a parent. Come and meet friends who understand at "Circle of Parents" and "Grandparents Parenting Again." When these confidential groups meet, child care is free, and there is no cost. To find out more information, call Child Care Resource and Referral at (507) 287-2020.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Volunteer Needed- The Elder Network
The Elder Network is in need of Friendly Visitor Volunteers. This program requires only one hour a week and offers the opportunity to visit with a lonely senior in our community. Transportation Volunteers are also needed. The Elder Network is seeking volunteers to provide transportation for older adults to medical appointments. Please call 285-5272 for more information. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Season's Hospice
The Seasons Hospice Center for Grief Education and Support has on going activates to help those who have lost a loved one. These events are free but free will donations are gratefully accepted. Registration is required two days prior to the event. To register or for more details please call 507-285-1930 or email shbp@seasonshospice.org. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Rochester Recreation Center
The Rochester Recreation Center has many activities for you and your family! For complete gym, pool and ice rink schedules, call (507) 287-2134 or log onto the Park Department homepage at www.rochestermn.gov. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Crisis Nursery of Olmsted County
Crisis Nursery in Olmsted County offers temporary childcare, overnight care, in-home family counseling, parent education, and community referrals free of charge. Asking for help is a sign of strength. Call Child Care Resource & Referral's Crisis Nursery today. 287-1499 or 287-2020.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Rochester Optimist Club
The Rochester Optimist Club is a group of volunteers that serve as leaders, mentors and friends to help millions of kids achieve a positive and productive life. The Optimist Club meets every Friday at the Radisson Hotel downtown, the first Friday of the month at 12:15pm, and the other Fridays at 7:15am. For more info log onto www.optimistclubrochestermn.org. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - The Rochester Jaycees
The Rochester Jaycees is a nonprofit organization for those aged 18-40. They focus on promoting community development and are continually seeking ways to improve the community through sponsored projects. Meetings are held at 7:30pm the first Tuesday each month at the Holiday Inn South. For more information see rochesterjaycees.com. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Meals on Wheels- Volunteers Needed
The Meals on Wheels Program is always in need of volunteers to deliver meals. Without volunteers, those in need of home delivered meals would not receive the help they require. If you have further questions please call 287-2010. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Beginning Experience
There is a special heartache for those who find themselves alone again. Now there is help. Beginning Experience is a weekend away for a lifetime of change. An organization that serves with the pain of loss and hope for a new beginning. For more info visit their website at beginningexperience.org |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - The Rochester Area Singles Club
The Rochester Area Singles Club has an ongoing schedule of activities, including breakfast and conversation from 9:30 to 11:30 every Saturday morning at Hy-Vee South. For more information on the Rochester Area Singles Club, call 252-9739 or 281-4464. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm - Brain Injury Support Group
Brain Injury Support Group meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each Month at the Southeastern Minnesota Center for Independent Living (SEMCIL) at 2720 North Broadway in Rochester. The FAMILY SUPPORT Group (for those who support a person with a brain injury) meets the 1st Monday of each month at the same time and same location. Call SEMCIL at 507-285-1815 for more information about special education sessions.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Pine Island Area Home Services- Volunteers Needed!
Volunteer Drivers are needed to give occasional rides to those 65+ in Pine Island & Oronoco Community. Rides are given to medical & dental appointments, grocery store, hairdresser, etc. Mileage Reimbursement available. Call Angela, Volunteer Coordinator, at 356-2999 for more information.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Oxbow Photo Contest
The Friends of Oxbow has extended their photo contest through April of 2009. Winners will be announced at their Spring Fest. Go to www.friendsofoxbow.org for details. Call (507) 775-2451 for program information |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Operation Round Up
People's cooperative services implements operation round up "Opt out" method. Operation Round Up ia a voluntary program that rounds up members' monthly electric bills to the next whole dollar amount. The average yearly contributions is $6 per member. The funds that are collected are placed in a trust and distributed to nonprofit organizations which make applications for the money. For more information call 507-288-4004. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Santa's Helpers at Apache Mall
Got Gifts! Need wrapping? Santa's helpers are wrapping gifts at Apache Mall, near Macy's. Proceeds will benefit Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity. Dates: November 28-29, December 5-7 and December 12-24 Times: 10:00am - 7pm, Exception: 12/24 Hours are 8:30am-4pm Questions?: www.rahh.org |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Minnesota Reading Corps
One out of every five Minnesota third graders doesn't read at his or her
grade level. To help make sure that all of the state's children are on track
to read, Minnesota Reading Corps is looking for people to make a difference
in their communities -- and their own lives. If you're looking for an opportunity to help Minnesota kids, jump-start your
career and earn money for college or to pay back student loans, consider
becoming a Minnesota Reading Corps member. Full-time and part-time one-year
positions are available in locations around the state. For more information or to apply, visit MinnesotaReadingCorps.org or call toll-free (866) 859-2825. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Dodge County Public Health Flu Clinics
Dodge County Public Health will host flu clinics throughout Dodge County during October and November. The cost of the shot is $24. If you are covered by Medicare Part B, you must bring your card with you. For dates and locations, call Dodge County Public Health at 507-635-6290. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ 6:30-8 pm - Rochester Women of Today Meeting
The Rochester Women of Today meet the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Community Room at Olmsted National Bank, 975 34th Avenue NW, Rochester.
Notes Join Rochester Women of Today! Make a difference and meet new friends!
http://home.earthlink.net/~rochesterwomenoftoday/index.html |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Help Make Rochester a Litter Bit Better!
Right now, you can help make Rochester a litter bit better by selecting an area and a date, recruiting family, friends, or co-workers to help you. You can pick up your collectiion instructions and trash bags, and then collect the litter! For more information, visit www.RNeighbors.org/litterbitbetter. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ 5-7 pm - Free Smoking Cessation Program
The Salvation Army Medical Clinic Smoking Cessation Program can help you quit smoking for free! Residents of Olmsted County can come Wednesday evenings to The Salvation Army Medical Clinic, 120 N. Broadway in Rochester. For more information, call 529-4100. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Foster Homes Needed For Cats/Kittens
Camp Companion needs homes that can provide temporary shelter and care for kittens and cats. Food, litter, and a litter box (If needed) will be supplied. Once spayed/neutered and vet checked, the animals will vacation at one of the PetSmart or PetCo stores so that they can be seen for adoption. These adoption events will be held on weekends. If you can provide a safe place for an adult cat, a litter of kittens or a mom with kittens, please contact Camp Companion at 951-7801.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - NAMI Warmline
The Warmline is a non-crisis, peer-supported telephone support line for
people
with mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety disorders, Bi-polar
Disorder,
etc. The lines are open from 4-8pm on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and
Sundays. If you want to talk to someone who will listen, please call
287-7161
or toll-free, 1-888-334-7754. We are there to listen and we care.
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Ongoing Opportunity @ - Depression & Bipolar Support Groups
The DBSA is offering free, caring support groups to those affected by depression or bipolar--and their friends & family members. DBSA Mayo Meets at 5:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at the Sister Helen Hayes Lecture Hall (Room 2-120), on the second floor of the Generose Building (across from the elevators), St. Marys Hospital, Rochester.
DBSA Rochester Meets at 7 p.m. on the second, fourth and fifth Mondays of
each month at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 Third Ave SE, Rochester.
For more information, call: 507-282-8372 daytime or 507-292-9679 evenings or email RochesterDBSA@aol.com or visit http://www.dbsalliance.org. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Honor Flight Guardians Needed
Guardians are needed to assists World War II veterans as they make their way to Washington D.C. to vistit the World War II Memorial. Guardians pay their own way, but the benefits will be much greater as they will witness the joy of soldiers seeing a memorial of what they sacrificed. Medical personnel are also needed, and they will pay their own way as well. To get more information or to sign up contact Harry Kerr at (507) 281-0416 or contact Ted Adams at (507) 282-2449. More information can also be found at www.honorflight.org. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - "Homes that Help and Heal"
Coping with a loved one's serious illness can be one of the most stressful times of your life, especially when far from home. But support is nearby. Hospitality houses provide a caring, family-centered enviorment for patients and family members alike when illness finds you at hospitals far from home, to learn more about "Homes that Help and Heal" call Gift of Life Transplant House at 507-288-7470. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ 9:15 -11:15am - Mothers of Preschoolers
Mothers of Preschoolers will hold their first meeting of the year on September 25 and continue on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month until January 31. Mothers of Preschoolers is a group designed to help mothers will preschool aged children deal with the challenges of motherhood. All mothers will children in the range from birth to Kindergarten, and child care is provided. For more information, contact Judith at judith@meadowparkchurch.com or (507) 288-3293. |
Ongoing Opportunity @ - Volunteers Needed at the United Way
The Volunteer Center at the United Way is looking for volunteers to help in a variety of ways throughout Olmsted County. For a complete listing, go to www.uwolmsted.org and click on "volunteer now" or call 287-200 for more information. |
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