Big Lake Community Food Shelf
160 Lake St. N. (inside Big Lake City Hall)
Open M & Th • 5:30-7:30 pm
W • 9:00-11:00 am
Call 763.263.2432 for information.
Red Cross Blood Drive
DATE TO BE
ANNOUNCED
LEO’S CLUB students will host their annual Winter/Spring American Red Cross Blood Drive late Jan or Feb. Watch for date and time in upcoming District Newsletters. Each fall and spring between 80-90 pints of blood are collected through these drives. It is one of the only Red Cross Blood Drives hosted entirely by students. Individuals must be 16 years or older to donate blood. Many students donate blood for the first time during the LEO’S CLUB Blood Drive. District 727 staff, community members and students are encouraged to donate blood. If you are interested in donating blood or would like more information about the LEO’S CLUB Red Cross Blood Drive, please call 763.262.7181.
Training Packets for Adults:
• Boat & Water Safety packet provided by DNR
• Snowmobile Training CD (adult course)
for ages 16+
• ATV Training CD for students ages 12-15
Big Lake Community Education Services is open M-F, student days only, from 7:30 am-4:00 pm. Stop in and pick up your training materials today!
7th Annual Garden Expo • Sat., April 9, 2011
7:45 am-3:00 pm • Big Lake HS • 501 Minnesota Ave., Big Lake
Plan ahead for this exciting exposition...now in its seventh year! Improve your yard and gardens by attending this informative event. Keynote speaker, Stan Tekiela, will be presenting a seminar on Uncommon Facts about Common Birds. Topics to be included are:
• Fruit trees
• Fairy Gardens
• Gardening 101
• Edible landscapes
• Cottage gardening
• Annuals...and Perennials...can’t live without ‘em!
• Creative Containers with Annuals
• Four Season Gardening
• Hosta & Companion PlantsMany garden-related vendors will be selling and displaying their products, as well as Master Gardeners to answer your gardening questions.
Cost: $25/person (includes seminar, continental breakfast, box lunch, snack and door prizes.)
To register, call 763.241.2720 or go online to www.extension.umn.edu/county/sherburne for more information. The Garden Expo is sponsored by the U of M Master Gardeners.
Kids Garden Expo
Your children will experience gardening in their own classroom, while adults are at their gardening seminar. The cost of the expo includes breakfast, lunch, snack and all materials for several projects which they will be able to take home! Cost: $15/person
Public Health is “fulfilling society’s interest in assuring conditions in which people can be healthy.” Sherburne County Public Health Department promotes and protects the health of residents through education, prevention services, regulation and advocacy. The department fosters a partnership with many organizations and community groups to address and resolve health issues and concerns.
Call 1.800.433.5237 or 763.241.2750 to see if you are income eligible or for more information. Visit the web site at www.co.sherburne.mn.us for scheduled dates, or contact Sherburne County Public Health at the numbers listed.
SHERBURNE COUNTY WIC PROGRAM
WIC is a program for families to learn the latest nutrition information and to provide their children with healthy foods. Women and children receive special foods including milk, cheese, juice, cereal, eggs, beans, peanut butter, and infant formula. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, recently had a baby, and/or have a child under the age of 5 years old you could qualify. To schedule an appointment, please call the WIC Hotline at 763.241.2768.
CAR SEAT DISTRIBUTION CLASSES
At a Car Seat Distribution Class, families attend a one and a half hour session. They are educated on how to properly install a car seat and how to properly secure their child. A Car Seat Inspector accompanies the families to their cars and aids in the installation of the seat. Seats are available at a discounted price. Distribution classes are scheduled twice monthly. Eligibility Requirements: income eligible families who are residents of Sherburne County can receive car seats for a $20 suggested donation. Call to find out income guidelines (families who are on WIC or children on Medical Assistance are automatically eligible). UCare MN members can receive a convertible or combination seat at no cost.
Call 763.241.2750 to set up an appointment.
KIDS KLINIC/IMMUNIZATIONS
Kids Klinic offers regular health maintenance check-ups and immunizations for children from birth through 21 years of age. Services include screenings for growth, development, blood pressure, anemia, vision, and hearing. Visits also include a physical assessment, immunizations, and counseling regarding nutrition, safety, and development. Referral is made to community resources as needed. Fees are based on income or Medicaid eligibility but services are not denied due to inability to pay. If your insurance does not cover well-child care and immunizations, or if you have no health insurance for your children, call Kids Klinic for affordable health care.
Call for an appointment at 763.241.2750.
Clinic hours are 9:00 am-4:00 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
ADULT IMMUNIZATIONS
Adults without insurance are eligible to receive tetanus boosters.
Call 763.241.2750. Offered third
Thursday of every month.
Foster Grandparents needed!
At local schools or daycares, Foster Grandparent volunteers, men and women ages 60 years young or better, become friends and mentors to children with exceptional and/or special needs. They connect by sharing experiences, supporting learning, and offering encouragement. Receive a tax-free stipend that does not affect Social Security, housing subsidies, or other assistance. Big Lake is in need of someone like you!
For more information, call
Pat Braun at 1.877.771.0617
(toll free).
Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge
We welcome your visit!
Christmas Bird Count - Sat., Dec. 18, 2010 - 7:30 am
Join Friends of Sherburne to count birds on the refuge.
Winterfest - Saturday, February 5, 2011 - 10 am to 3 pm
Sleigh rides, snow shoe walks, crafts, talks, food, live birds & more!
International Migratory Bird Day - May 14, 2011
Celebrate the return of our migratory birds with a bird tour, Friends plant sale.
Bird & Wildflower Tours - Family Programs - Summer & Fall, 2011
Visit our web site or call the refuge for dates and times.
Fall Wildlife Festival - Sat., September 24, 2011, 10 am to 4 pm
Live birds! Speakers, booths, crafts, tours, wagon rides, food & more!
National Public Lands Day - Saturday, September 24, 2011
Join us for a volunteer work project that benefits refuge wildlife.
The Big Sit Bird Count - Sun., Oct. 9, 2011 - Daylight Hours
Join our “Savanna Sitters” team for this annual sedentary bird count!
Christmas Bird Count - Saturday, December 17, 2011
Join Friends of Sherburne to count birds on the refuge.
CHECK OUR WEB SITE frequently for program updates!
http://www.fws.gov/midwest/sherburne
sherburne@fws.gov
Questions? Contact Betsy Beneke - Visitor Services Manager
763/389-3323 ext. 13
17076 293rd Ave. Zimmerman MN 55398
REACH-UP INC.
INVITES FAMILIES TO APPLY FOR:
Head Start
Children 3-5 years old
Kindergarten Readiness
Early Head Start
Children prenatal-3 years old
Child development activities
Year round
Call for more information
320.253.8110
or toll free
1.877.848.4912
Most programs are provided at
NO COST to families who qualify
and live in Benton, Sherburne,
or Stearns County!
Registration for 2011
Head Start Program
begins in January
