COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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DECEMBER
Dec. 18 — Craft Cafe
1 to 3 p.m. at the Lakefield Library.
Dec. 20 -- Jennifer Erwin Fundraiser
A benefit to help Erwin and her family in her fight with Stage 4 cancer. 4 to 9 p.m. at the Worthington Elks Lodge, 1105 Second Ave. There will be a free-will donation meal, bake sale and silent auction. Anyone who ordered T-shirts may pick them up at this event.
Dec. 21 -- Christmas Holiday Tour
1 to 3 p.m. at the Historic Dayton House, 1311 Fourth Ave., Worthington. People may take a tour of the Historic Dayton House and view the holiday decorations. The event will be free of charge. Hot chocolate, cookies and ice cream will be served by the Historic Dayton House Board of Directors.
Dec. 21 -- Blue Christmas service
6 p.m. at Worthington's First United Methodist Church, located at 408 11th St. The service is intended for individuals throughout the area who are struggling this holiday season. The service will include a short message of hope, appropriate songs and some videos. After the service, everyone will be given a blue ornament to take home and put on their Christmas tree to remind them it’s OK to be blue this Christmas season.
Dec. 23 — Craft Cafe
1 to 3 p.m. at the Jackson Library.
Dec. 26 -- Holiday Hangout
Come to the Nobles County Heritage Center for free family-friendly, holiday-themed activities from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (or in advance for groups by scheduled appointment). Children must be accompanied by an adult. The Nobles County Heritage Center is located at 225 Ninth St., Worthington. To schedule an alternate Hangout time, call (507) 295-5397 or email nchsociety@gmail.com.
Dec. 26 — Craft Cafe
1 to 3 p.m. at the Heron Lake Library.
JANUARY
Jan. 9 -- Let's Talk About Pain
A peer-to-peer conversation on pain management techniques including hot and cold therapy, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture, cognitive behavioral therapy, yoga, relaxation and more. Presented by the Southwestern Center for Independent Living; 7 p.m. via Zoom. To RSVP, call (507) 532-2221 ext. 204 or email ruth.hubbling@swcil.com. There will also be a call-in option available.
Jan. 11 -- Red Hot Chili Cookoff
5 to 7 p.m. at the Worthington Elks Lodge, 1105 Second Ave. Coordinated by FORWARD Worthington; call 376-2919 for more information.
Jan. 11 -- "Battle of the Beasts" -- Worthington Hockey Fundraiser Game
With the Minnesota Warriors taking on the Worthington Wombats. There will be a burger meal at 5:30 p.m., with meat provided and grilled by the Rock Nobles Cattlemen Association. Beer sakes begin at 6:30 p.m., and the puck drops at 7 p.m, Contact Nikki Reiter at (612) 916-9672 or Matt Kennedy at (319) 850-0516 for more information. Proceeds will go toward arena renovations/maintenance or the construction of a new arena to better accommodate the Worthington community and its dedicated skaters and parents and future community activities.
Jan. 21-23 -- Driving into Success
A class presented by the Southwestern Center for Independent Living that will provide instruction and review of safety and general information bases off the Minnesota driver's education manual in preparation for the permit test with an interactive format. The class will be from 4 to 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please reply by Jan. 21. To RSVP, call (507) 532-2221 ext. 106 or email rachel.thalacker@swcil.com. There will also be a call-in option available.
ONGOING EVENTS:
The Nobles County Historical Society is seeking volunteers to help out at its Pioneer Village Historic Site. Duties include: greeting visitors, taking admission fees and providing general information on the Village and local community. Hours are Noon to 5pm Thursday, Friday and Sunday and 10am to 3pm on Saturday. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least a 2-hour shift. Families are welcomed to volunteer! for more information: noblescountyhistory.org, follow them on facebook or call 376-4431.
Volunteers needed at Manna Food Pantry
Manna Food Pantry is in need of a volunteer to help hand out meat during the harvest truck that delivers to the pantry approximately at 11 am on the first and third Thursdays of each month. If you are able to help, please contact Linda Sanchez at 507-329-1951.
Worthington City Council Honorary Member
The Worthington City Council is seeking people interested in the inner workings of city government for their Honorary Member program. The Honorary Member serves for three months, attending regular council meetings and participating in discussions. They do not make motions or vote. They attend as able various advisory board and commission meetings, and attend a staff briefing and tour the facilities. They also receive all correspondence directed to City Council, including staff reports and League of Minnesota City publications. There is no monetary compensation, and applicants must be 21 years of age and a resident voter of the city for at least 30 days prior to appointment. Visit the City of Worthington web page here to apply!
LOIA Membership
You are invited to become a member of the Lake Okabena Improvement Association! The projects would not be made possible without your generous donations and commitment. Find the details on membership dues or renewals here.
Support Worthington Trojan athletes and join the Worthington Trojan Sports Boosters Club. Join the club for $30 per individual/family or $60 per business. Participation does not require being a board member. Make checks payable to Trojan Booster Club; Attention Jessica Nixon, Treasurer; 723 W. Lake Ave., Worthington 56187.
Multiple donations are being sought at American Lutheran Church, including: shampoo/conditioner, soap/body wash, deodorant, toothbrushes/toothpaste, shaving items, feminine products, first aid items, brushes/combs, Kleenex and more, They may be brought to the church office at 915 Winifred St. in Worthington or Love INC at 515 S. Shore Drive in Worthington.
Worthington-Crailsheim International Inc. represents Worthington in an endeavor to foster peace and brotherhood. The partnership is now entering the 76th year with student exchanges from both cities through a large majority of these years. It's only with the support from our community that the committee continues to award a scholarship to one student each year. Monetary contributions as well as host families or even membership on our committee are more than welcome. Visit www.wgtn-crailsheim.org or Facebook group: Worthington-Crailsheim sister-city relationship, for more information. The mailing address is WCII, PO Box 742, Worthington 56187.
Registration is now open to join hockey in Worthington for the 2024-25 season. All first-year players are free of Worthington Hockey Association fees. Returning players can rent equipment for $25 for the entire season. Contact Registration Committee members Missy Folkers at (507) 360-0889 or Nicole Kremer at (507) 329-5164 to obtain a code. Register at worthingtonhockey.com/registration.
Many Rock Valley, Iowa teachers lost their homes and personal items from their classrooms. People are encouraged to bless a teacher for the upcoming school year. The items on this Amazon Wishlist are items teachers purchased with their own money. The Amazon link is https://tinyurl.com/3d6jjw45.