Join us for a summer full of Yoga at the Beach. Sessions will happening in June – August. Each month there will be a 3 week session offered. Remember to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. For more information or to register visit www.ci.bemidji.mn.us Questions?? Call 218-308-3780. Dates: June – August Time: Tuesdays, 5:00-5:45pm...
Headwaters Music & Arts announces the start of its after school Art Clubs to be held in the Headwaters Art Room (519 MN Ave NW, Bemidji). With three after school art clubs participants are broken up by age and meet once a week for quality visual art experiences September through May. Grades k – 2...
Bemidji Parks and Rec is offering a free outdoor preschool program this summer. This nature-based playtime will be held at the new North Country Natural Playground. The program is based outside so plan for the weather. Program is sponsored by Sanford Health and Delta Dental. For more information or to register, visit the city of...
Registration will open Sept. 1 for the Pet Fixers Clinic scheduled Oct. 1 & 2. A $20 donation is required to secure a spot. Pet Fixers provides low-cost spay/neuter surgeries and preventative treatment such as vaccines for cats and dogs. More information is at greatriverrescue.com
Young nature explorers are invited each Thursday to The Story Tree preschool program. We will discover nature through a variety of activities like stories, crafts, games, and short walks. Children of all ages are welcome, but activities will be designed specifically for children ages 3-5. Dress for the weather because we will spend time outdoors....
The 20th Annual United Way of Bemidji’s Wine & Beer Tasting Social will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2022, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Ruttger’s Birchmont Lodge. The Wine & Beer Tasting Social will have two rounds of service to maintain capacity in the venue space. The first time slot is 5:00—6:30 PM....
Headwaters Open Mic and CoffeeHouse opens its ‘22-’23 seasons September 2 at 7pm at Headwaters Music & Arts (519 MN Ave NW). The monthly community gathering offers a friendly open mic opportunity and welcoming environment for folks to listen and perform. Big Don and the Freight are the evening’s featured performers while Lisa Dixon serves...
1:30–3:30 p.m. Wheel of Fun: Fish Trivia At the beach. Stop by the park's beach (near the fishing pier) between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. and test your knowledge about Minnesota's fishes and those found in Lake Bemidji. 5:30–7 p.m. Outstanding Owls Meet in Visitor Center. What makes an owl an owl? What...
The annual United Way of Bemidji Area's Coats for the Community drive is underway. New or clean, gently used men's, women's, infant's and children's coats and snowsuits, as well as winter accessories such as boots, scarves, gloves and hats are also welcome. Donations will be accepted at both Lueken's Village Foods stores (North & South)...
The Northwest Minnesota Foundation is now accepting applications from those interested in serving on the NMF Board of Directors. The NMF board is seeking to elect a new member at its board meeting in November, with the newly elected director starting their four-year term in December. NMF invests resources, facilitates collaboration and promotes philanthropy to...
A new season of Energy Assistance, as part of the low income heating and energy assistance program, begins on Oct. 1. Applications are now available. Contact (218)751-4631 or Jenny at 218-333-9880 or email jenny.adams@bicap.org. This year, Minnesotans can access financial assistance to keep their homes warm and lights on through Minnesota's Energy Assistance Program. If...
Clearbrook Ruby's Pantry will celebrate their 4th anniversary Wednesday, Sept. 7. Everyone who has volunteered or participated as a guest is invited to the Country Faith Church prior to the distribution from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Crews will serve hot dogs and brats, chips, drinks and ice cream treats. The regular distribution will take place...
Headwaters Music & Arts will offer afterschool youth pottery programs. The one-hour class is held weekly from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on either Mondays or Fridays, October through May. The program is an introduction to clay skills for youth in grades 2-12. The cost to attend either session is $600 for the school year, with...
Kombucha has gone from a relative unknown to a popularly sought-after beverage in recent years. Jeff Ness will lead Harmony's kombucha brewing class on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 5:30 p.m. in their community kitchen. Admission is $15 and all materials are provided. Registration is required, and can be done in-store or online.
Young nature explorers are invited each Thursday to The Story Tree preschool program. We will discover nature through a variety of activities like stories, crafts, games, and short walks. Children of all ages are welcome, but activities will be designed specifically for children ages 3-5. Dress for the weather because we will spend time outdoors....
Rounding up athletes, coaches, unified partners and volunteers to be part of the Bemidji Community Special Olympics Team! Bemidji Special Olympics will hold the Fall Round Up on Thursday, Sept. 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Trek North. This is a chance for the community to learn more about Bemidji Special Olympics volunteer opportunities...
10–11 a.m. Spiders and Bugs and Rice, Oh My! Meet at the Amphitheater. Minnesota has the largest abundance of wild rice in the world! Learn how to recognize this annual plant, hear how this wild grass is harvested and grow your knowledge of this iconic state grain. Meet at the amphitheater. 6–7:30 p.m. Gathering...
Multi-media exhibit "Inaabandam – He Dreams in a Certain Way" by Jonathan Thunder (Red Lake Band of Ojibwe) opens August 26 in Watermark Art Center's Miikanan Gallery. A reception for Thunder will be held on September 10 from 2 - 4pm. Thunder is known for his surreal paintings, digitally animated films and installations in which...
The Watermark ARt Center will host the Bemidji String Quartet on Saturday, Sept. 10, as the last performance of the group's northern Minnesota tour. Doors open at 7 p.m. and seating is limited. The performance is free and open to the public. The quartet will perform selections of the works of Mozart and Grieg.
The Dudley Township School Reunion is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 11, at 1 p.m. at the farm lake home of Pearl (Charlie) Evenwoll. Past students, teachers, neighbors in districts (original numbers) 23, 31, 39, 52 and Shevlin Township #47 are invited to this annual event. Directions: North of Pinewood on Beltrami County #5, travel to...
Cheryl Steinborn and Terry Greenawalt, pianists at Hubbard United Methodist Church, will present an encore piano duet concert at the church on Sunday, September 11, at 2 p.m. Come and join the fun as these two pianists “tickle the ivories” with a wide variety of genres of music. They will be joined by guest instrumentalist...
Kangoo Jump rebounding boots are used in this 30-minute outdoor class geared towards beginners. The boots reduce impact on joints by 80 percent and the exercise is good for all fitness levels. Bring long socks, water bottle, hand weights and a sweat towel. Boots are provided. Classes are Sept. 12, 19, 26 & Oct. 3...
The Region 2 Arts Council (R2AC) Fellowship Program assists the region’s most talented artists in furthering and innovating their work by awarding financial support to fund creative time and/or arts experiences that facilitate depth and advancement in their art form. Two $6,000 awards are granted yearly. Application Deadline: September 15, 2022 Award: $6,000 each The funds...
The Region 2 Arts Council is offering two $6,000 Artist Fellowship grants again this year. The application deadline in Sept. 15, 2022. The funds can be used for things like exploring new directions, continuing work in progress, production costs, materials, equipment; collaborative or community projects; travel, research or study to further one's art. Artists must...
Fresh Herbs and Vinaigrettes class will be taught buy Table for 7's Amber Lynne as Harmony Coop kicks off their education classes for the year. Lynne will be on hand for an "informative cooking experience." Register at the Harmony Foods Coop website. Cost is $15 and registration is required.
The Beltrami County Historical Society's final exhibit of 2022, "The Brave Die Never: Honoring Beltrami County Veterans," is about to open. On Thursday, Sept. 15, V.F.W. Auxiliary President Margaret Booge will present a program about the importance of the Auxiliary as part of the Brown Bag History Program. This free program at noon has first-come,...
Beltrami Electric is hosting an Electric Vehicle Car Show on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. Hear about today's charging technologies and the programs available for your EV through your local electric provider for home charging off-peak rates and rebates. EV owners will share their experiences owning and driving an EV, including overcoming...
Wellspring for the World, Park Rapids chapter, will host its 10th annual Wine to Water celebration on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m. The celebration will be "Under the Big Top" in front of the Bella Caffe in downtown Park Rapids. The event, a "tribute and thank you" to the many generous people in...
Make your own fishing rod and learn about lake ecology and healthy fish habitat with the Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society. Register one or more of your children in 5th through 12th grade for a free workshop on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Headwaters Science Center. Kids must be accompanied by...
Beginning at 3 p.m. on Sept. 18, the annual Carl O. Thompson Memorial Concert will take place in the Main Theater of the Bangsberg Fine Arts Complex. The Bemidji Choir and Bemidji Alumni Choir will perform, with a special joint performance with the two groups. This year marks the 85th anniversary of the Bemidji Choir.
Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society's annual membership celebration will be held at the Neilson Spearhead Center. Activities include a grand unveiling of bird-themed artwork created by the Boys & Girls Club under the guidance of local artist Mary Therese. Mary Therese will also lead a guided bird-sketching session. More information available at www.spearheadmhas.org/events.html
Rural MN CEP, Workforce Impact, Career Force and MN DEED are partnering to hold a Fall Trunk Fest Job Fair on Monday, Sept. 19, from 12 to 5 p.m. Employers from around the region will be set up in the parking lot at Career Force Westridge, 2300 24th St. NW Ste. 106, behind the Home...
The Bemidji Senior Center will host a class on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at 1:30 p.m. "Learn Hand Knitting with Jenny" is limited to 10 people. Sign-up for the class at the Bemidji Senior Center and also get details on materials needed.
On Wednesday, Sept. 21, the Bemidji Senior Center is taking a bus to Lake Itasca for a boat tour on the Chester Charles II. This event costs $45 for members and $55 for non-members. Call 218-751-8836 or come to the center for details.
Young nature explorers are invited each Thursday to The Story Tree preschool program. We will discover nature through a variety of activities like stories, crafts, games, and short walks. Children of all ages are welcome, but activities will be designed specifically for children ages 3-5. Dress for the weather because we will spend time outdoors....
In partnership with Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota, the Justice Bus will return to the Bemidji Public Library. The bus comes to the library every fourth Thursday of the month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Justice Bus is part of Reach Justice Minnesota, a series of initiatives to provide free, non-criminal legal services....
6–8 p.m. Words From the Land Meet at the Amphitheater. Come out to Lake Bemidji State Park on the Fall Equinox to explore writing prompted by nature! Ages 16 and above are invited to join writer Annette Drewes in an evening experience putting pen to paper. Bring a writing device, walking shoes and your...
The Hackensack American Legion Auxiliary Unit 202 will serve breakfast from 7:30 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24, at the Club. Menu includes plain or blueberry pancakes, sausage links, scrambled eggs, fruit, coffee & juice for $9. Proceeds will go to Game Changers snowflake lighting for downtown Hackensack.
The Watermark will host their first-ever pop-up market on Saturday, Sept. 24. On the south lawn, the market will feature hand-crafted goods from regional artists, including performances by local musicians and food. The current list of artists is available at watermarkartcenter.org. The market will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Bemidji State Pep Band will perform a pop-up concert on Saturday, Sept. 24. The band will be behind the Tourist Information Center by Paul and Babe, and the concert is to thank residents for their support of Bemidji State.
St. John's Church in Nebish is hosting their annual church dinner on Sunday, Sept. 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The meal will include a roast beef dinner, as well as items available from a craft and bake sale. Dinner price is $15 for adults, $5 for kids 6-12 and kids 5 and under...
The Bemdiji Adventures in Lifelong Learning will kick off their eight fall sessions on Tuesday, Sept. 27. The topic for this seminar will be "Frauds, Scams and 21st Century Snake Oil Online Frauds." First National Bank Prevention Specialist Madi Pfleger will again acquaint the Lifelong Learners group with updated information on scams, identity theft, debit...
The Bemidji Senior Center will hold its annual Meeting and Membership Appreciation event on Tuesday, Sept. 27, at 1 p.m. All members are invited for door prizes, treats, coffee, voting on new board members and hearing the annual report.
Beltrami County Historical Society Celebrates and Honors Veterans in its Special Exhibit and Programs through November 19 Nearly three thousand veterans live in Beltrami County, and thousands more made their homes here in decades past. Now through November 19, Beltrami County Historical Society seeks to share a few of the stories of our veterans in a...
Young nature explorers are invited each Thursday to The Story Tree preschool program. We will discover nature through a variety of activities like stories, crafts, games, and short walks. Children of all ages are welcome, but activities will be designed specifically for children ages 3-5. Dress for the weather because we will spend time outdoors....
On Sept. 29, Dr. Ana M. Lopez-Aguilera will lead the Cineforum discussion on the political satire Vampiros en La Habana! (1985). Watch the movie in advance and meet to discuss cinema as a tool to denounce political oppression and imperialism from the viewpoint of the oppressed.bsu The Cineforum discussion will be on Sept. 29 from 5 to...
The Watermark Art Center is inviting artists, sculptors and potters for the 17th Annual "It's Only Clay National Competition & Exhibition." This is a juried ceramics competition focusing on, and dedicated to, functional clay vessels. Each submission is judged in four areas: function, form & aesthetic, craftsmanship and surface design. Selected works will be a...
Registration will open Oct. 1 for the Pet Fixers Clinic scheduled Nov. 5 & 6. A $20 donation is required to secure a spot. Pet Fixers provides low-cost spay/neuter surgeries and preventative treatment such as vaccines for cats and dogs. More information is at greatriverrescue.com
The Deep Portage Learning Center in Hackensack is co-hosting a forum on climate change. According to a release, the day-long forum on Oct. 8 is titled "The Challenge of Climate Change in Northern Minnesota," and will include a keynote address, a panel of local leaders on forests, and a guided tour of alternative energy installations...
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1 10–11 a.m. Medicine From the Earth Meet in the Visitor Center. Did you know that there are many medicinal plants that grow in the bog at Lake...
Kitchi Boogie is a five-piece roots-rock-funk jam band hailing from Northern Minnesota, proud to announce the release of their latest album – “Airconditioned Fish House”. They will be hosting a...
