Area Events

Hibbing Area Religious Release Time Classes

8/25/2008 - 9/5/2008

Registration for Hibbing Area Religious Release Time Classes will be starting when school begins. Registration forms will be included in the opening day packets at the elementary school. Release Time classes are held on Wednedays from 12:25-1:50pm. Grades 1-2 alternate with grades 3-6 every other week. Classes will begin on October 1 for grades 3-6 and on October 8 for grades 1-2. Transportation from the schools to the participating churches is provided. Churches that are participating are the Church of Christ, First Baptist and Grace Lutheran. For further information call 263-5683.

Backus Community Market

8/27/2008 - 9/27/2008  |  08:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The Backus Community Market will continue on Saturdays from 8:00 -11:00 am through September, rain or shine. The Market is located at the AB Parking Lot in International Falls.

Rainy River District Victim Services Program

9/1/2008 - 9/7/2008

The Rainy River District Victim Services Program partners with emergency services by providing immediate emotional and practical support to victims of crime and other tragic circumstances twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.  Are you looking for a way to become more involved with your community?  Volunteers are the backbone of their program.  For more information on their volunteer program please contact the Rainy River District Victim Services Program at 274-5687 or visit their office at 334 Scott Street, Fort Frances.  Their website is www.rrdvsp.ca

Love and Limits Classes

9/1/2008 - 9/8/2008  |  07:00 PM

Love and Limits classes will be held at 7:00 PM on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of August at the Kootasca Building, 2232 Second Avenue East, International Falls. The classes are free and teach positive parenting techniques to improve your child's behavior. Please call 283-7070 to register.

Comedian Anita Renfroe at Reif Center

9/2/2008 - 9/9/2008

Nationally known Christian comedian, Anita Renfroe will be performing at the Reif Center in Grand Rapids on November 15 at 7:00 pm. Contact the Reif Center at 327-5780 or go online at www.reifcenter.org to purchase tickets. If you have questions, please contact Karol Rae Rokala at 326-2984.

Beth Moore's "Believing God" Bible Study

9/2/2008 - 9/15/2008  |  07:00 PM - 08:30 PM

Beth Moore's "Believing God" Bible study will begin this fall at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 93 Midway Drive, Virginia. All area women are invited to participate. This 20 week video series will be held Thursday evenings from 7:00-8:30 PM beginning September 25. Please call the church office at 741-4446 or Joan at 741-4358 to register or for further details. Cost for materials is $20 per person. Paid registrations are due by September 15.

September Workshops at RRCC

9/4/2008 - 9/11/2008

"Real Estate Pre-Licensure", "How to Start a Business" and "Welcome to the World of Computers" are workshops being offered at Rainy River Community College in September. Register online at www.rrcc.mnscu.edu or call 285-2255.

Women's Business Network

9/5/2008 - 9/11/2008  |  02:00 PM

The Women's Business Network supports and promotes women's business ownership in Koochiching County.  They meet the 2nd Thursday of every month, 2:00 pm at the Coffee Landing Metro, 444 3rd Street, International Falls.  For more information call Jenny Dougherty/ Koochiching Economic Development Authority at 283-8585.

Fall Kick-Off Sunday at Chisholm Baptist Church

9/7/2008

The Chisholm Baptist Church will be kicking off another great year of ministry on Sunday, September 7 with the 10th Fall Olympiad-Training in Righteousness. Morning worship services will be held at 9:00 and 10:45. Children (ages 3 to 6th grade) and Youth Sunday school classes start at 10:45 am. There will be several adult Sunday school classes to pick from at 9:00 & 10:45 am. Nursery care is available for infants through 2 years old during the morning worship times. Plan to attend the annual Ministry Fair after the second worship service. Booths will be set up in the Fellowship Center where you will find information and displays on each of the ministries offered. Food, fun and games are planned for everyone. This event is open to the public. Chisholm Baptist Church is located directly behind the Iron Man statue in Chisholm. Call 254-3307 for more information.

Freedom's Call in Concert

9/7/2008  |  07:00 PM

The Full Gospel Fellowship Church located at 1530 6th Avenue West in International Falls would like to invite you to a night of Bluegrass and Gospel music with the group "Freedom's Call" of Bemidji. The group, consisting of four young women, will be performing Sunday evening, September 7 at 7:00 pm. Refreshments will be served after the concert.

Southern Gospel Dinner Concert

9/8/2008 - 10/2/2008

Join Jerry & Ginger, The Songmasters, on Saturday, October 4, in celebrating their 50th year in the Gospel Music Ministry. Start the evening at 5:00 pm in the Arden Hills Great Hall with a buffet dinner of all your favorite Southern-style classics. Then enjoy an exciting evening of excellent Gospel music, testimony and fellowship with The Hoppers, whose name has been synonymous with traditional Gospel music for over three decades and have received numerous awards and national recognition. Price for a dinner ticket is $19 and needs to be ordered by September 21. Concert tickets are $20, can be ordered in advance or will be available at the door. Concert time is 7:00 pm. The Arden Hills Great Hall is located at North Heights Lutheran Church, 1700 W. Highway 96 in Arden Hills. To purchase tickets on line go to www.NHLC.org or call the ticket office at 651-797-7070.

Hibbing Aglow

9/8/2008  |  07:00 PM

The Hibbing Aglow meeting will be held on Monday, September 8, 7pm at the Hibbing Park Hotel. Featured speaker,Adele Blagoue will be sharing about faithfulness. For more information contact Carrie at 263-1527 or Julie at 263-4395.

A Morning Out For Women

9/9/2008 - 9/23/2008

Area women are invited to "Morning Out" Bible studies on Tuesday mornings at the Chisholm Baptist Church. There will be two studies to choose from: "Seeking Him: Experiencing the Joy of Personal Revival" by DeMoss & Grissom. This study meets at 9:30 am beginning Tuesday, September 9th. "Stepping Up: A Journey Through Psalms 120-134" by Beth Morre will begin on Tuesday, September 23 at 9:15 am. Childcare is available. For more information call the church office at 254-3307.

La Leche League

9/9/2008  |  11:30 AM

La Leche League is an international organization dedicated to educating, supporting, and encouraging breastfeeding familes. The next meeting of the La Leche League of the Iron Range & North Woods will be held on Tuesday, Sepember 9th, 11:30 am at the Open Door Church in Hibbing. All area pregnant or nursing mothers are encouraged to come to this free "Mother & Baby" group. For more information call Angela at 966-0715 or email: angela@northlc.com.

2008 Missions Conference

9/10/2008 - 9/13/2008

The Lindford Christian Fellowship invites you to the 2008 Missions Conference to be held September 10-13 at the following locations. Meetings will be held at 324 Victoria Avenue in Fort Frances on Wednesday, September 10 at 7:00 pm, Thursday, September 11 at 10:00 am and 7:00 pm, at the Lindford Christian Fellowship in Littlefork on Friday, September 12 at 10:00am and 7:00 pm and on Saturday, September 13 at 10:00 am. There will be fellowship over meals prior to the meetings. For more information contact Donna Bone at 807-274-2212.

Kids Clubs at First Assembly of God Church

9/10/2008  |  06:30 PM - 08:00 PM

Kids Clubs will be starting on September 10 from 6:30-8:00 pm at the First Assembly of God Church located across from the Dairy Queen in International Falls. Classes are being offered for boys and girls preschool through 6th grade. For more information or to arrange transportation call the church at 283-2131.

"Breaking Free" Bible Study

9/11/2008  |  06:30 PM - 08:30 PM

The Beth Moore Bible study, Breaking Free, Making Liberty in Christ a Reality in Life, will be held on Thursday evenings beginning September 11, from 6:30-8:30 pm at the International Falls Covenant Church, 1631 1st Avenue E. Pre-registration is necessary. Call Peggy for more information or to register at 286-5450.

Hibbing Area Benefit

9/12/2008  |  11:00 AM

There will be a lunch benefit for Joe and Julie Erickson of Hibbing on Friday, September 12, beginning at 11:00am. The benefit will take place at the Cobb Cook Grocery parking lot, 3817 1st Avenue. Pork or beef sandwiches, chips and pop will be served. Cost is $5. For more information call 263-9267.

GIFT (Growing in Faith Together)

9/12/2008  |  07:30 PM

The next GIFT (Growing in Faith Together) meeting will be held on Friday, September 12, 7:30 pm at the Christian Reformed Church in Emo.

11th Annual Range Area Women's Mini Retreat

9/13/2008  |  08:45 AM - 03:00 PM

The 11th Annual Range Area Women's Mini Retreat will be held on Saturday, September 13 from 8:45 am to 3:00 pm at the Grace Lutheran Church in Hibbing. Author, Amy Hagberg will share insights from her book, "How Do You Know He's Real". Call Bernice for tickets at 263-7302, tickets cost is $7, lunch included. There is free nursery for children 5 and younger. Plan to invite friends and attend this ecumenical event. For more information go to www.HesReal.com.

New Sabbath Fellowship

9/13/2008  |  10:30 AM - 12:00 AM

New Sabbath Fellowship in Ely is starting September 13. Come learn about your Hebraic Roots from 10:30 am to noon every Saturday. All are welcome, for more information call 365-7479.

8th Annual Music In The Park

9/13/2008  |  01:00 PM - 04:00 PM

The 8th annual "Music In The Park" and Ice Cream Social is being hosted by the Gemmell Community Church on Saturday, September 13 from 1-4 pm. "The Ecumenical Five" and Colleen Lievsay will be sharing their musical gifts. This event will be under a tent so plan to come rain or shine.

Lutheran Women's Missionary League of Grand Rapids

9/13/2008  |  12:00 AM

The Lutheran Women's Missionary League of Grand Rapids will be hosting their annual salad luncheon on Saturday, September 13, 12:00 noon at the First Lutheran Church. Program feature is Miriam Eisele, she will be speaking about the Maassai School in Tanzania. First Lutheran Church is located at 735 First Avenue NW and is handicapped accessible. For more information call 326-5453.

Bemidji Stonecroft Women's Connection

9/16/2008  |  06:00 PM

The Stonecroft Women's Connection of Bemidji invites area ladies to come and enjoy a ladies night out on Tuesday, September 16, 6:00 pm at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 123 29th Street North. Event feature is the delightful Becky Livermore with Fall Gardening Tips. Music will be provided by The Stringfield Family Quartet. Event speaker is Darlene Fisher. Cost for dinner is $10 inclusive. For reservations call Donna at 444-4742, Dorothy at 751-4499 or Alverna at 335-7838.

Grand Rapids Christian Women's Club

9/17/2008  |  09:30 AM - 11:00 AM

You are cordially invited to the "Oldies but Goodies"" brunch sponsored by the Grand Rapids Area Christian Women's Club on Wednesday, September 17 at the Sawmill Inn from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Event speaker is Lou Garner from St. James, MN. Cost is $10.50 inclusive. For reservations, cancellations and nursery call Loretta at 246-8627, Donna at 328-5309 or Myrl at 326-1924.

Family Night to Begin at Chisholm Baptist Church

9/17/2008  |  06:30 PM

Chisholm Baptist Church would like to invite you to join them for "Family Night" every Wednesday at 6:30 pm. Family Night begins September 17th with registration at 6:15 pm. Programs will be available for all ages, pre-school (ages 3 through Kindergarten) through adults. If you would like more information, call the church office at 254-3307.

Speed The Light Golf Tournament

9/20/2008  |  12:00 AM

The Hibbing First Assembly Church will be hosting their 1st Annual "Speed The Light Golf Tournament" on Saturday, September 20 at the Mesaba Country Club. Lunch will be served at 11:00 am and a "shot gun start" will take place at 12:30 pm. All proceeds will go to help provide missionaries with the vital equipment needed to reach people around the world. Call Ryan Plute at 263-7848 for more information.

Men's Breakfast

9/20/2008  |  08:00 AM

You are invited to the Men's Breakfast on Saturday, September 20, 8:00 am at the Emo Legion. Featured speaker is Ken Wilson from Thunder Bay. Cost for the breakfast buffet is $10. For more information call Phil at 483-5568 or Henry at 482-2983.

Fall Fiesta Fundraiser

9/20/2008  |  04:00 PM - 07:00 PM

The Brephos Pregnancy Center in Grand Rapids is hosting a Fall Fiesta Fundraiser, September 20, from 4:00-7:00 pm at the Assembly of God Church, 1585 East, US Hwy 169, Grand Rapids. There will be a taco and dessert bar, silent auction, door prizes and children's carnival games. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children under age 10. For further infomation call Melissa Erb at 326-2028.

Ladies Retreat

10/4/2008  |  09:00 AM - 02:00 PM

The First Church of God in Grand Rapids is hosting a Ladies One Day Retreat on Saturday, October 4 from 9am-2pm, a light lunch will be served. The theme of the retreat is "Passionate Spirtuality", retreat speaker is Sherri DeYoung.