Community Closet- Virginia
2026-09-02 12:00 - 15:00 UTC
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.

The Joy of Recovery @ The Vineyard Church in Eveleth
2026-09-02 18:00 - 20:30 UTC
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.

Caregiver Support Group- Grand Rapids
2026-09-03 10:30 - 11:30 UTC
Caregiver Support
First Thursday of each month
10:30-11:30AM
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.

Bretta's Pantry @ Precious Paws Humane Society
2026-09-03 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

The Open Closet- Zion Lutheran Church Grand Rapids
2026-09-03 12:00 - 17:00 UTC
The Open Closet provides good, used or new clothing free to our neighbors who find it difficult to meet their family’s needs.
In-person shopping are Thursdays from noon to 5:00 pm. Zion Lutheran Church is located at 2901 Hwy 169 in Grand Rapids.
Park in the upper south parking lot and enter on the second level, back door for easiest one-level access.
Donations: They accept gently used, clean donations (rummage sale tags must be removed) and new underwear and socks. Children’s clothing, blankets, sheets and towels are always in demand. *Currently looking for men’s items*
Donations may be brought to the church during business hours when the church is open. Come to the south main entrance, turn left at the first hallway inside the door and place them on the bench midway down the hall under the Open Closet sign.

Grief Support- Calvary Lutheran Bemidji
2026-09-03 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
There is a Grief Support Group each Thursday evening at 5pm at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Bemidji.

Veterans Support Group-GR
2026-09-03 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Veteran Support Group at Kiesler Wellness Center in Grand Rapids
Thursdays
1700 hours to 1900 hours
For more information, please call Mark Johnson mjohnson@northlandcounseling.org or (218) 360-1046

Celebrate Recovery- Frist Baptist Church Cook
2026-09-03 17:30 - 20:00 UTC
Celebrate Recovery meets at the First Baptist Church in Cook every Thursday night. A free meal is served at 5:30 followed by large group at 6 and small group at 7. This is sponsored by the Cook Covenant Church and First Baptist Church. For more information call 218-666-5979.

2B Free Addiction Ministry @ Grace & Truth Bible Church
2026-09-03 18:30 - 20:00 UTC
2B Free Addiction Ministry
Every Thursday 6:30-8pm @ Grace & Truth Bible Church, located at 601 12th St N, Virginia
How does our program work?
Meetings will be held weekly on Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m.

An opening period of sharing encouraging words and prayer requests.
In the second period, the ladies and men will meet separately for small group.
The third period consist of a short devotion from the Bible.
They will close with a time for snacks and visiting.

Transportation available – please call: Dan Miller at 218-404-0446 or Scott Ortler at 218-750-1981

Birchdale Breakfasts
2026-09-05 07:00 - 10:00 (America/Chicago)
Birchdale Breakfast is every Saturday (until November 2026) at the Birchdale Community Hall. The meals are put on by various community organizations to raise funds. All are FREEWILL offerings. Breakfast runs from 7-10am and the organizers decide what to serve. If you would like to help cook contact Lois Lewis. Find them on Facebook at Birchdale Breakfasts.

St Mary's Youth Group-Fort Frances
2026-09-05 18:00 - 2026-09-06 12:00 (America/Chicago)
St. Mary’s Church in Fort Frances starting its youth group beginning with registration on Sept 5th At 6pm and Sept 6th at 12pm at St. Mary’s Parish 209 Victoria Ave
The first youth night on Sept 19th @5pm at St. Mary’s Parish 209 Victoria Ave. for any additional information contact the parish office 807-274-5233

Iron Range Renewal All Church Service- Virginia
2026-09-06 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
Churches from across the Iron Range are coming together for one purpose: to worship Jesus together.

Join them Sunday, September 6 for the Iron Range Renewal All-Church Labor Day weekend Service, put on by churches across the Iron Range and hosted this year on the East Range at Rock Ridge Auditorium.
Come early for free coffee and fellowship from 10 to 11, then worship begins at 11.
Together you’ll worship, pray, celebrate missions, share communion, and hear a message from Pastor Matt Hagsten of Chisholm Baptist Church.
Sunday, September 6 at Rock Ridge Auditorium.
“One Church. Many congregations. One Savior.”

Grief Support- EFC Bemidji
2026-09-06 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
There is a Grief Support Group each Sunday afternoon at 2pm at the Evangelical Free Church in Bemidji.

Al-Anon Family Group Meeting -Biwabik
2026-09-06 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

Ifalls Salvation Army Bible Study
2026-09-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

Celebrate Recovery- Legacy Church Virginia
2026-09-07 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
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
2026-09-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
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
2026-09-07 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
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

Just Because Sew Group
2026-09-08 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
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.

Crafter's Cafe @ Ifalls Public Library
2026-09-08 11:00 - 13:00 UTC
Crafters Cafe meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 11am – 1pm at the Ifalls Public Library.

Have crafts you’re working on? Bring them to the library to work on. Complete projects with other people and share ideas. All ages, 8 and under need an adult with them. Coffee, tea and conversation provided.

Al-Anon Family Group Meeting- Gilbert and Biwabik
2026-09-08 11:00 - 19:30 UTC
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.

Pathway of Hope-Ifalls Salvation Army
2026-09-08 16:00 - 18:00 UTC
When you think of the future, what do you see?
Do you need encouragement and support?
Do you need help with finding resources?
Whether you are an individual or have children, Salvation Army has a safe place to come and have a cup of coffee and socialize.
Meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 4-6. Salvation Army is located at 1301 3rd Ave in Ifalls.
Some topics covered will be mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health, budgeting, sharing recipes and meal planning, relationships and more.
For more information call Lori at 218-283-3394.

Baudette Monthly Grief Support Group
2026-09-08 16:30 - 17:30 UTC
Monthly Grief Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 4:30-5:30 at the New Moon Coffeehouse and Eatery in Baudette.

Celebrate Recovery- Ifalls, Virginia, Hibbing
2026-09-08 17:30 - 21:00 UTC
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

Vision Support Group
2026-09-09 14:00 - 15:00 UTC
The Vision Support Group is a relaxed and welcoming support group for individuals experiencing vison loss. Share experiences, find encouragement, and connect with others. Family members and friends are invited to participate.
The group meets at 2pm the 4th Wednesday of every month at the Colony Square Condominiums, located at 1850 2nd Ave SE in Grand Rapids. For any questions, please contact: Sue at 218-428-5723, or Nancy at 218-259-5639.

My Pathway to Freedom from Addictions (Fort Frances)
2026-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | New Beginnings Fellowship, 1301 Mill Road, Fort Frances, ON, Canada
My Pathway to Freedom from Addictions is a 10-session program designed to help people break free from addications through a spiritual transformation in Jesus Christ. The program is based on real-life testimonies, biblical truth, and practical steps that will guide you into a new life of freedom, purpose, and hope.
Every Thursday at 6:30 p.m., beginning September 10, through November 26. No sessions on October 1 or 22.
Registration is free. Call New Beginnings Fellowship at 807-790-2670.

Pop-Up Pantry- Ball Club
2026-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
There will be a mobile pop-up pantry at the Ball Club Center on the 2nd Thursday of Each Month from 10-10:30am. The Ball Club Center in located at 30995 Arctic Rd.
Second Harvest Northland’s Mobile Food Pantry Program provides a monthly supply of supplemental nutritious food to those who meet the income qualifications or are in crisis. They offer a safe and convenient drive-through service at all of the Mobile Food Pantry Program locations. For more information go to secondharvestnorthland.org.

Caregiver Support Group- Hibbing
2026-09-10 12:30 - 13:30 UTC
• Caregiver Support
Second Thursday of each month
12:30-1:30pm
Pizza Ranch
2502 E Beltline, Hibbing MN 55746
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.

Memory Support Group- Grand Rapids
2026-09-10 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
• Memory Support
Second Thursday of each month
1:00-2:00pm
Majestic Pines Senior Living, Private
Dining Room, 1614 Golf Course Rd
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.

The Pillars of Grand Rapids Summer Concert Series
2026-09-10 15:00 - 16:00 UTC
The Pillars of Grand Rapids invites you to their Summer Concert Series on the Patio the 2nd Thursday of the month from 3-4pm (June-September).
Meet residents, enjoy refreshments and explore the community of The Pillar.
RSVP by calling 218-633-8227 or by emailing sfrick@greatlakesmc.com.
