Events happening…

Fairmount Public School will be having a “Book Fair” beginning Monday, November 17 through Tuesday, November 25 in the Fairmount School Library. Hours are 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome!   On Wednesday, November 19 – Grandparents Day from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.  and on Thursday, November 20 – Family Night from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The Junior Wildlife Club will meet on Thursday, November 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Wahpeton Community Center.

The Red River Area Sportsmen’s Club will meet on Thursday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wahpeton Community Center.

There will be a Benefit Supper in honor of Barb & Perry Nelson on Thursday, November 20 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Eagles in Wahpeton. Supported by the Members of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans – Richland Wilkin County Chapters and Modern Woodman. Monetary Donations may be sent to:

First Community Credit Union
% The Nelson Benefit
97 Dakota Avenue
Wahpeton, ND 58075

A Dance is scheduled for Grades 6-7-8 on Friday, November 21 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Wahpeton Community Center.

The Breckenridge Wahpeton Swim Club is sponsoring “Turkey Bingo” for the family on Friday, November 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Vet’s Club in Wahpeton.  There will be prizes for children and adults.  Food will be served. 

Chahinkapa Zoo’s “Wild Games” Annual Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, November 22 starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Wahpeton Community Center.

61st Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Bingo will be held on Saturday, November 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the Northern Grille in Breckenridge.  Everyone Welcome.  Sponsored by:  Military Order of Cooties Pt. 3 Honor Degree of the VFW Post 2766, Breckenridge. 

St. Mary’s Youth will be hosting an All-U-Can-Eat Fish Fry on Saturday, November 22 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s School in Breckenridge. Cost is $6.00 for Adults, $3.00 for children 6-12 Years Old and Pre-School are free.

Siloah Lutheran Church of rural Graceville will be having its 59th Pancake Supper on Saturday, November 22 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Church.  Cost is $7.00 for adults, $4.00 for ages 5-12 and pre-school are free.  Supplemental funding will be available from Thrivent Swift-Big Stone Chapter #31319.  For more information call 320-563-4207 or 320-748-7114.

Wahpeton Public Schools is selling Carl’s Lefse. Orders can be placed by contacting Central Elementary at 642-8328 or Wahpeton Senior High School at 642-2604. Thanksgiving Orders can be picked up at the Wahpeton Senior High Vo Ag Building on Monday, November 24 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Christmas Orders can be picked up at the Wahpeton Senior High Vo Ag Building on Monday, December 22.

There will be a Breckenridge Curriculum Committee Meeting on Monday, November 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room 233 of the Breckenridge Elementary / Middle School. 

The Richland County Health Department will be conducting a Foot Care Clinic on Tuesday, November 25 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hankinson Senior Center. Call 242-7742 for an appointment.

There will be a Free Will Dinner Benefit for Karen David on Sunday, November 30 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Wyndmere Community Center. Cash Donations may also be sent to:

Lincoln State Bank
Karen David Benefit
PO Box 159
Wyndmere, ND 58081

A Snowmobile Safety Class is being offered at the Breckenridge High School Small Auditorium. Classes will be held on Monday, December 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. and Saturday, December 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Those interested must be 12 years of age by Jan. 1, 2009 to take the course. Cost is $10.00. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. To register: Mail $10.00 along with your name, date of birth & phone number to:

Cindy Van Tassel
812 S. 7th Street
Breckenridge, MN 56520

St. John’s School will present its Christmas Program, “The Mystery of the Manger”, on Tuesday, December 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Stern Cultural Center on the NDSCS Campus. The public is invited to attend. A freewill offering will be taken.

St. Mary’s School will present its Christmas Program, “Christmas in Reverse” on Thursday, December 18 at 7:00 p.m. at the Stern Cultural Center on the NDSCS campus. The public is welcome to attend. A freewill offering will be taken.

The Richland County Health Department now offers Cholesterol Breakdown Screenings. To schedule an appointment call 642-7735.

OSPTI in Breckenridge is now taking registrations for the fall season Water Aerobics. Morning classes are Tuesday’s and Friday’s from 6:45 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. or Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Evening classes are Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 5:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cost is $30 (there is a one time “drop in” trial for $5). Register at OSPTI - 430 5th Street North in Breckenridge or call 641-7725.

Three Rivers Gymnastics is taking registrations for the Early Winter Session. It runs from October 27 – December 19. Late Registration are accepted and fees are pro-rated. Check out the new Adult Classes too. For more information visit their website at:
www.threeriversgymnastics.com

The Richland County Health Department now offers Immunization Shots Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by appointment. Call 642-7735 to schedule an appointment.

Wahpeton Parks & Recreation offices have been moved from Wahpeton City Hall to the Community Center at 304 South 5th Street in Wahpeton.