Bloodmobile- Embarrass
2026-05-02 08:30 - 11:30 UTC
Saturday, May 02, 2026
8:30 am – 11:30 am
ERFA Timber Hall
4855 Highway 21
Embarrass, MN 55732
Primary Blood Drive Coordinator: Bonnie Overton
Email: bonnie_overton@yahoo.com
Phone: 218-780-3058
Contact the Blood Drive Coordinator or visit www.mbcherohub.club for more information and to register.

Grief Support- EFC Bemidji
2026-05-03 14:00 - 15:00
There is a Grief Support Group each Sunday afternoon at 2pm at the Evangelical Free Church in Bemidji.

Community Band @ Backus Community Center
2026-05-03 18:30 - 19:30
Community Band meets Sundays @ 6:30pm at the Backus Community Center in International Falls. Call 218-285-7225 or email backusoffice@backusab.org for more information.

Al-Anon Family Group Meeting -Biwabik
2026-05-03 19:00 - 20:00
Al-Anon meets every Sunday night at the Community United Church of Christ in Biwabik at 7pm.
Al-Anon is help for people whose lives have been affected by a family member or friend’s alcoholism. All are welcome.

We Are All Storytellers @ Arrowhead Libraries
2026-05-04 09:00 - 10:00
The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present We Are All Storytellers with Author Margi Preus. These events are free and open to the public and will travel to participating ALS libraries and host locations April 20 – May 9, 2026.
Join Minnesota Author Margi Preus for a dynamic and interactive presentation sure to inspire young writers. Kids Pre-K through 8th grade, and even grown-ups, will learn about writing and expand their writing skills through these free events. Attendees will learn the stories behind the stories, participate in a group storytelling activity, and gain plenty of writing tips. Margi’s visit will teach that we are all storytellers and we have a story to tell.
Margi Preus is an award-winning author from Duluth whose books include Heart of a Samurai, and West of the Moon. New titles include the picture book Snowshoe Kate and The Hospital Built for Pennies, and The Shrew Detective, the first in a nature mystery series.
These programs are fifty minutes long and are designed for children’s grades PreK-8 and writers of any age.

These free programs are being offered at the following locations:
Monday, May 4, 9:00 a.m. – Vaughan-Steffensrud Elementary School, hosted by the Chisholm Public Library
Tuesday, May 5, 2:00 p.m. – Coleraine Public Library
Wednesday, May 6, 10:30 a.m. – Babbitt Public Library
Wednesday, May 6, 2:00 p.m. – Aurora Public Library
Thursday, May 7, 1:30 p.m. – Ely Public Library

This program, sponsored by Arrowhead Library System, was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF).
To learn more about Arrowhead Legacy Events, please see their calendar at www.alslib.info or like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/alslibinfo.

Ifalls Salvation Army Bible Study
2026-05-04 10:00 - 11:00
Please join the International Falls Salvation Army every Monday at 10am for Bible study. They are using materials from Glenn Meldrum of In His Presence Ministries and are going through the book of Acts. It is good coffee and great fellowship.

Bretta's Pantry @ Precious Paws Humane Society
2026-05-04 11:00 - 13:00
Precious Paws Humane Society of Chisholm offers Bretta’s Pantry on Mondays and Thursdays from 11-1. This is a free food pantry for your cats and/or dogs. Precious Paws is located at 101 SW 1st Ave.

Bloodmobile- Coleraine
2026-05-04 11:00 - 15:00
Monday, May 04, 2026
11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Greenway High School
308 Roosevelt Street
Coleraine, MN 55722

Primary Blood Drive Coordinator: Megan O’Toole
Email: motoole@isd316.org
Phone: 218-245-1287 ext 26859
Contact the Blood Drive Coordinator or visit www.mbcherohub.club for more information and to register.

Circle of Support Meals- GR
2026-05-04 16:00 - 18:00
Loneliness and social isolation have been associated with higher rates of depression, a weakened immune system, heart disease, and dementia. KOOTASCA hosts weekly programming to help people build social connections and reduce isolation. A hot meal is provided each Monday and Wednesday at no cost (donations accepted) and is open to low-income people and non-low-income people to encourage and support the development of building relationships across income lines.

Monday Community Meal is from 4:00-6:00 at 822 NE 5th Ave.

Wednesday Lunch is from 11:00-1:00 at 811 NE 4th Street.

Circles of Support is a small resource center that provides resources and social connections for low-income people. Coffee and conversation are available on a walk-in basis, as well as a food pantry and phone charging availability.

For more information please contact:
Alice Moren
218-910-5486
alicem@kootasca.org

Rainy Lake Orchestra @ Backus Community Center
2026-05-04 17:30 - 18:30
Rainy Lake Orchestra meets Mondays @ 5:30pm at the Backus Community Center in International Falls. Call 218-285-7225 or email backusoffice@backusab.org for more information.

Celebrate Recovery- Legacy Church Virginia
2026-05-04 17:30 - 20:00
Celebrate Recovery meets every Monday at the Legacy Church in Virginia. 5:30 meal 6-8 meeting.
Legacy Church is located at 5465 Mountain Iron Dr Ste 400 in Virginia.

The Grief Process- Ifalls
2026-05-04 18:00 - 20:00
Anyone who has experienced a loss is invited to weekly meetings focused on the grief process Monday nights at 6:00 p.m. in Backus Room 101/102.

Rec. Co-Ed Volleyball-Backus Community Center-Ifalls
2026-05-04 19:00 - 22:00
Co-ed Rec. Volleyball is every Monday at the Backus Community Center from 7pm-10pm (unless otherwise posted). $5/ night to play. All skill levels welcome!

For ages 15 and up. If under 18, parent must sign the waiver before you can play.

Find them on Facebook at ifallsrec volleyball

Bloodmobile- Nashwauk
2026-05-05 09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday, May 05, 2026
09:00 am – 1:00 pm
Nashwauk Keewatin High School
100 Spartan Way
Nashwauk, MN 55769
Primary Blood Drive Coordinator: Sara Gregorich
Email: sgregorich@isd319.org
Phone: 218-885-1280
Contact the Blood Drive Coordinator or visit www.mbcherohub.club for more information and to register.

Just Because Sew Group
2026-05-05 10:00 - 14:00
Just Because Sew Group
Let the Sewing Begin! Every Tuesday from 10-2 at the Balsam Community Center, located on the Scenic 7 Highway in Bovey. Help make quilts for local charities. Kits are provided. If you don’t want to bring your machine, they can use help with cutting more kits or making a tied fleece quilt. Any questions contact Denise at denisec898@gmail.com or 218 245-2873.

Al-Anon Family Group Meeting- Gilbert and Biwabik
2026-05-05 11:00 - 19:30
Biwabik- every Tuesday at the Community United Church of Christ at 11am.
Gilbert- every Tuesday at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church starting at 6:30pm.
Al-Anon is a faith-based, mutual support group of peers who share their experience in applying the Al-Anon principles to problems related to the effects of a problem drinker in their lives.

Parkinson's Support Group
2026-05-05 13:00 - 14:00
If you or someone you know is living with Parkinson’s, there is a support group that meet the first Tuesday of the month in the Central Square Mall #124 in Grand Rapids from 1-2pm.
Together, you can share experiences, offer support, and build a strong community.
Please contact Danielle for any questions, or if interested in attending.
218-999-9233 ext.282 or email her at danielle@eldercircle.org.

Celebrate Recovery- Ifalls, Virginia, Hibbing
2026-05-05 17:30 - 21:00
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind.
This is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life. This tried and proven recovery system uses the traditional methods of issue groups, sponsors, accountability partners and special occasions to build recovery for those struggling with addictive habits, codependency, childhood hurts and other life experiences that affect our peace.
Celebrate Recovery will meet every Tuesday at the following locations:
Evangelical Covenant Church in International Falls at 7pm in Room 200. For questions contact Mary at 218.206.4814. Located at 1631 1st Ave East
Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church in Virginia at 6pm, located at 230 3rd St South
Abundant Life Church in Hibbing at 5:30, located at 1637 E 40th Street

Community Choir @ Backus Community Center
2026-05-05 18:30 - 19:30
Community Choir meets Tuesdays @ 6:30pm at the Backus Community Center in International Falls. Call 218-285-7225 or email backusoffice@backusab.org for more information.

Pickleball at Backus
2026-05-05 19:30 - 2026-05-06 21:00
There is Pickleball every Sunday at 5:30, and Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:30 at the Backus Community Center Gym.
For more information call Backus at 218-285-7225.

Women's Coffee Break- Emo
2026-05-06 10:00 - 12:00
COFFEE BREAK will meet at 10:00 a.m. (coffee will be on at 9:30) on Wednesdays at the Emo Christian Reformed Church, 18 Meadow Street in Emo. All ladies are invited to come out for a morning of fellowship with other women from the community.
Coffee Break is a nondenominational small group Bible study that is open to all women of the community. Study material is provided, and no previous Bible knowledge is necessary. While moms are participating in Bible study, children, ages 2 and up are invited to participate in “Little Lambs”. There is also a nursery for infants and toddlers. All ladies are welcome and encouraged to bring a friend! Regular attendance is not required.
For more information, call Gertie at 276-7457 or Jeannette at 276-2928.

Tots and Topics @ Northern Options Pregnancy Center
2026-05-06 12:00 - 13:00
When: Wednesdays 12-1
Where: 923 5th Street in International Falls
Who: Parents and children 8 and under
What: each week a new topic
Call 218-285-7673 for more information

Community Closet- Virginia
2026-05-06 12:00 - 15:00
Every Wednesday from 12-3 and every second Saturday from 9-12 there will be a Community Closet at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, located at 1111 8th Street South in Virginia. Clothing for all ages, food pantry items and limited household goods.

Male Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2026-05-06 18:00 - 19:00
Male Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Build a support system with people who understand.
Alzheimer’s Association® caregiver support groups, conducted by trained leaders, are a place for caregivers, family and friends of individuals with dementia to:

Develop a community of people who understand.
Exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions.
Talk through concerns and identify ways to manage.
Learn about community resources.

Meeting monthly on the first Wednesday of the month
6 – 7 p.m. | Virtual via Zoom
Contact Doug Mellema at douglasmellema@gmail.com or
Chris Ackerman at c.ackerman84@gmail.com
for more information and the meeting link.

The Joy of Recovery @ The Vineyard Church in Eveleth
2026-05-06 18:00 - 20:30
The Joy of Recovery
Wednesdays at 6 PM
LOCATION: The Vineyard Church- Iron Range, located at 116 Adams Avenue in Eveleth.
Meal is at 6 pm with the meeting starting at 6:30 pm.
Please contact the church at (218) 744-9617 if you would like more information.

Bloodmobile- Grand Rapids
2026-05-07 09:30 - 16:00
Thursday, May 07, 2026
09:30 am – 4:00 pm
Grand Rapids High School
800 Conifer Drive
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Primary Blood Drive Coordinator: Katie Thunshelle
Email: kthunshelle@isd318.org
Phone: 218-327-5760 41521
Contact the Blood Drive Coordinator or visit www.mbcherohub.club for more information and to register.

Senior Lunch- Community Church Pengilly
2026-05-07 11:00 - 12:30
All seniors are invited to join Community Church Pengilly for lunch, music and fellowship every 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 11am. Community Church Pengilly is located at 16192 Hall Circle Drive. For questions contact Pastor Kent at 218-492-4357.
Feb 5th & 19th
March 5th & 19th
April 2nd & 16th
May 7th & 21st

National Day of Prayer
2026-05-07 12:00 - 19:00
Ely– noon-1 at The Hub, 760 Miners Drive E. This is a new location so if there are any questions, please call or text Joyce at 218-235-1059.
Baudette-noon to 1 at The Lighthouse, 106 2nd St NE. Contact- Sue Jochim, 218-766-1093 or smjochim@gmail.com.
Ifalls– noon to 1 at the flagpole by the courthouse, 715 4th St – lead by area pastors
Mizpah– 6pm at the Gemmel Community Church, Town Road 20

Caregiver Support Group- Grand Rapids
2026-05-07 13:00 - 14:00
Caregiver Support
First Thursday of each month
1:00-2:00pm
The Pillars of Grand Rapids, 2060 SW
8th St, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

For questions or registration, call Danielle at 218-999-9233, ext. 282 or email at danielle@eldercircle.org
For caregivers of any age who is caring for an ailing parent, child, spouse, or other individuals of any age, near or far.
Faced with a variety of responsibilities, many of which are unfamiliar or intimidating, caregivers can easily become overwhelmed and alone. This group is a safe place to discuss issues, concerns, success stories and answer questions.

AARP Smart Driver Courses
2026-05-07 13:00 - 17:00
Why Take the Smart Driver Course?
The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first course specifically designed for drivers age 55 and older. Drivers will benefit from a 10% discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. Drivers learn how to manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time.
Cost for the class is $20 for AARP members and $25 for nonmembers

Upcoming Classes:
Thursday, May 7th 1-5
Cohasset Community Center
105 NW 5th St Cohasset, MN

Contact Peggy Brennan at 615-895-6465 with any questions.
Cost for the class is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members.
