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Poetry and Printmaking @ ALS Libraries
2026-05-01 10:00 - 16:30 UTC
The Arrowhead Library System is pleased to present Poetry and Printmaking with Poet and Artist Shelley Getten. These events are free and open to the public and will travel to participating ALS libraries April 13-May 1.
Join Shelley Getten for poetry and printmaking art as she shares the challenges and joys of growing up on a Minnesota farm. As Getten reads from her book, Of Cows and Crows, she will discuss how the creative writing process can bring insight and healing. Getten will demonstrate block art printmaking so attendees can watch and learn about making original relief art. Bookmarks will be shared with audience members to take home.
This program is one hour long and is appropriate for adults, teens, and children 8 years and up.
These free programs are being offered at the following locations:
Friday, May 1, 10:00 a.m. – Mountain Iron Public Library
Friday, May 1, 3:30 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 our calendar at www.alslib.info or like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/alslibinfo.

Foundation in the Prophetic- New Life Assembly Warroad
2026-05-01 10:00 - 2026-05-03 21:00
Mike Rogers from New Bern, NC will be teaching on the Foundation in the Prophetic May 1st-3rd at the New Life Assembly of God in Warroad.
Friday, May 1 at 7pm,
Saturday, May 2 at 10am
Sunday, May 3 at 11am
Mike Rogers is the pastor at the church called: “The Church of New Bern.”

Birchdale Breakfasts
2026-05-02 07:00 - 10:00
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.

Bloodmobile- Embarrass
2026-05-02 08:30 - 11:30
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Swaddling Clothes- Aurora
2026-05-09 09:00 - 12:00
Swaddling Clothes is open the 2nd Saturday of the month from 9am-noon.

Swaddling Clothes is a great place for parents to come and get all kinds of baby related items. They have diapers, wipes, clothing, equipment, boots, coats, mittens, blankets, etc – and all of these things are for free!
They want to help as many children as possible. To do that they can only give items to the legal guardian of each minor child. If you know a child in need, please tell their parent about Swaddling Clothes.

Located at Redeemer Lutheran Church 500 W Central Ave, Aurora MN.
For more information go to swaddlingclothes.org/locations/aurora

Grandparents for Life
2026-05-11 09:30 - 11:00
Join Grandparents for Life at Restaurant 71 in Blackduck to talk about pro-life topics and pray for children and pro-life issues every second Monday of the month from 9:30-11. All ages and denominations are welcome.

Bloodmobile- Grand Rapids
2026-05-11 10:30 - 18:00
Monday, May 11, 2026
10:30 am – 6:00 pm
Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
1601 Golf Course Road
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Primary Blood Drive Coordinator: Hannah Chesness
Email: hchesne1@Fairview.org
Phone: 218-999-1016
Contact the Blood Drive Coordinator or visit www.mbcherohub.club for more information and to register.

Caregiver Support Group- Hibbing
2026-05-11 12:30 - 13:30
• Caregiver Support
Second Monday of each month
12:30-1:30
Hibbing Christian Assembly
2201 2nd Ave. W Hibbing, MN 55746
For questions or registration,
call Danielle at
218-999-9233, ext. 282
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.

Officer Gomez Community Event- Ifalls
2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:30
You are invited to a free community event on May 11th for an enlightening community presentation led by Officer Gomez on the pressing issues of social media dangers, sextortion, and substance abuse trends affecting our youth today.
Officer Gomez is a nationally recognized school resource officer and youth safety expert.
This free presentation is for ages 10 and up and will be at the Backus Community Center in International Falls on Monday, May 11th starting at 7pm.
Learn more about Officer Gomez by going to officergomez.com

Bloodmobile- Grand Rapids
2026-05-12 10:00 - 16:00
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Grand Rapids Essentia Clinic
1542 Golf Course Road
Parking Lot
Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Primary Blood Drive Coordinator: Karrin Krall
Email: karrin.krall@essentiahealth.org
Phone: 218-246-4518
Contact the Blood Drive Coordinator or visit www.mbcherohub.club for more information and to register.

Baudette Monthly Grief Support Group
2026-05-12 16:30 - 17:30
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.

Bloodmobile- Cohasset
2026-05-13 09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Boswell Energy Center
1210 NW 3rd St
Cohasset, MN 55721
Primary Blood Drive Coordinator: Melissa Adams
Email: madams@mnpower.com
Phone: 218-313-4276
Contact the Blood Drive Coordinator or visit www.mbcherohub.club for more information and to register.

Vision Support Group
2026-05-13 14:00 - 15:00
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.
