Join KNUJ AM 860 at 9:15 am and 3:15 pm for Community Affairs
July 26
9:15 am - Brown County Food Shelf
2:30 pm - Farmfest
3:15 pm - Blue Earth County Fair, Jerry Kramer
July 27
9:15 am - NCHS
2:30 pm - Scott County Fair, Jim Terwedo
3:15 pm - Lafayette Tractor Pull, Mike Haas
July 28
9:15 am - Medicare, Sally Webster
July 29
9:15 am - St. Peter
3:15 pm - Farmfest
July 30
9:15 am - Brown County Public Health
1:25 pm - Smiles
Join Jon and his guests at 8:30 am weekday mornings.
August 4 - Bruce Lammers, FSA
August 11 - Greg Tennant, NRCS
August 18 - Wayne Schoper, SCC
August 25 - Bruce Lammers, FSA
Henderson Classic Car Roll-In
Every Tuesday starting at 6pm May 25 - September , Main Street, Henderson - Roll-In features drawings and prizes; classic rock n' roll; local shops and restaurants.
Madelia Lanes Classic Car Roll-In
Head down to Madelia Lanes in Madelia for their Classic Car Roll-In every Tuesday night starting at 5pm. Enjoy dollar tap beer and a wide variety of delicious burgers, sandwiches, baskets and appetizers, while showing off your ride to other car enthusiasts. Madelia Lanes, 416 1st Street SE in Madelia
DAV Accepting Clothing
Each Wednesday DAV is accepting good used clothing from 9am-noon at 1522 South Valley, New Ulm
New Ulm American Legion
Burger Night, July 6, 13, 20, 27 from 5-7:30pm
Bar Bingo
Thursday at 7 pm, American Legion, New Ulm, 16 games each night including a $500 pot and a progressive pot starting at $300, increasing to a maximum of $1000. Light lunch from 5-6:30 pm each Thursday. Including a linked cover-all game.
Riding High Saloon Bingo, Cobden
Bar Bingo at Riding High Saloon, Cobden, every Monday night at 6:30pm starting February 1. Proceeds help the Leavenworth Baseball Association.
Turner Hall Bar & Mega Bingo
Turner Hall Bar and Mega Bingo every Monday night, 7pm - come early for Porky's Rib Sandwich or a choice from the full bar menu. Retskellar Bar, Turner Hall, 102 South State, New Ulm.
Lafayette Bingo
Senior Bingo every Friday night November 6 thru March (except holiday weekends). 7:30pm at the Lafayette Community Center. Also, Bar/Mega Bingo every Saturday, 2pm, Dave's Place, must be 18 to play. Fundraisers for area projects sponsored by the Lafayette Area Lions Club.
Teen Book Talk at Library
Teens are invited to share what they're reading at an All About Books teen book talk August 2 at 3pm at New Ulm Public Library. Refreshments will be provided. All teens, as well as 12 years old who will turn 13 this summer, are welcome. For information, call the library at 507-359-8334
Adult Book Discussion at Library
New Ulm Public's Library adult book group will discuss "The Glass Castle" on August 2 at 7pm at the library. Copies of the memior by Jeannette Walls are available through our regional library system; stop by the library or call 507-359-8334 to get your copy today.
The Vial of L.I.F.E. is a place for an individual to store important medical information that emergency medical personnel need in a time of crisis. By completing the Vial of L.I.F.E. form, you can provide the emergency personnel with vital life-saving information, even if you are unable. You fill out the forms and place it inside the plastic vial. The vial is then placed inside the refrigerator. The Vial of L.I.F.E. kit is available free as a public service from your Ambulance and Fire Service, as well as Sibley County Public Health and Veterans Services. A Collaborative effort with Arlington, Gaylord and Winthrop Ambulance Services and Sibley County Public Health and Veterans Services, 1-800-LINKVET.
Premium Books Available for Brown County Free Fair
The 2010 Brown County Free Fair is set for August 11-15 at the fairgrounds in New Ulm. Premium books for open class and FFA are now available at most Brown County banks and food stores. The Premium Book also contains entry forms for the Demo Derbies held Wednesday and Saturday nights, Truck/Tractor Pull held Sunday afternoon and the Brown County Amateur Talent Contest to held Thursday. For more information, visit www.browncountyfreefair.com.
A 'Giant Story' is set for Saturday and Sunday, July 31 - August 1, from 12-4:30pm at the historic W.W. Mayo House and Mayoview History Center, 118 and 112 North Main Street in LeSueur. This event is held in conjunction with LeSueur's Giant Celebration. Saturday Ralph Thrane speaks about 'The Golden Days of the Jolly Green Giant 1958-1978' from 12-4:30pm. Saturday the Mayo House is excited to sponsor the Giant Celebration Kiddie Parade at 11am at Park Elem. parking lot. For more info, call Becky at 612-756-1870.
Blue Earth County Fair
July 29 - August 1 - *July 29 - Safety Day - 10am exhibit open/craft building opens; 12-10pm Superior Rides Carnival; 12-close Mechanical Bull Rides, entertainment building; 1pm ATV training class; 6:30pm Open Class Hot Farm Tractor & Truck Pull, grandstand *July 30 - Environmental Day and Senior Citizens Day - 10am exhibits open/craft buildings; 11:30am Senior Citizens, free lunch; 12pm 'The Worlds Greatest Living Escape Artist' Jonathan Bryce; 6:30pm Buffington Rodeo, grandstand - *July 31 - 8am Tractorcade; 10am bean bag tournament; 1:30pm kids pedal pull; 6:30pm Buffington Rodeo, grandstand - *August 1 - 11am-1pm pancake, eggs & sausage breakfast, entertainment stage; 12:30pm 4-H Share the Fun Acts immediately followed by Fashion Revue, free stage; 12-6pm Superior Rides Carnival; 2pm compact car race, grandstand
Scott County Fair
July 28 - August 1 - *July 28 - 7:30am Appreciation breakfast, Town Square; 12-10pm All exhibits buildings open; 5pm carnival opens; 7pm Motocross, grandstand; 8pm Marv Nissel Bank, beer garden; 10:30pm nightly cash drawings *July 29 - Kid's Day - 10am exhibit buildings open; 1pm Lollipop the Clown, gazebo; 2pm carnival opens; 5:30pm straw dive; 7pm truck and tractor pull, grandstand; 8:30pm 20 Stories High, beer garden; 10:30pm nightly cash drawings *July 30 - Senior Day - 3pm carnival opens; 4-6pm KCHK Polka Event, gazebo; 6pm Master Gardener Tour; 7-10:30pm Battle of the Bands Winners, Entertainment Square; 8:30pm Downtown Sound, beer garden; 10:30pm nightly cash drawing *July 31 - 1pm carnival opens; 2-6pm Starburst Karaoke, beer garden; 4-6 Tug of War, behind Entertainment Square; 7pm demo derby, grandstand; 7:30-10:30pm Big Strong Men, Entertainment Square; 8:30pm Rock Solid Band, beer garden; 10:30pm nightly cash drawing *August 1 - 1 pm carnival opens; 2pm celebrity milking contest, outside cattle barn; 6pm nightly cash drawing
31st Annual West Newton Day
Sunday, August 1, 1-4pm - The 31st annual event celebrates the heritage of the Minnesota settlement of West Newton that existed halfway between New Ulm and Fort Ridgely from 1856-1901. Historic photographs from Bob and Agnes Gleisner will be on display, as well as the history of the Alexander Harkin Family. They invite any descendants of West Newton's earliest settlers to share their stories and any old photographs for the special event.
Lost Dog and Fox Hunters' Pork Chop Dinner
Saturday, July 31, 4-7pm - Lost Dog and Fox Hunters' Pork Chop Dinner, Lost Dog County Park, Clear Lake. Adults/$8; Kids 12 and under/$4.
Blood Drives
July 30 - St. John's Lutheran Home, Springfield, 8am-12pm
For more information on giving blood, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or log on to givelifegiveblood.org.
Mondays at 7pm
Enjoy complimentary music with friends and family every Monday evening during the summer. In case of inclement weather, concert will be held at the Community Center, 600 North German St, New Ulm. Listen to KNUJ or call the cancellation line at 507-354-9041.
Relay for Life will be selling popcorn and soda. * means the Puppet Wagon will perform at 6:15pm.
June 7 - The Concord Singers
June 14 - Cletus Goblirsch *PW
June 21 - Molly and Sonny Boy *PW
June 28 - Keynotes & Larsons *PW
July 5 - The Ken and Ken Show *PW
July 12 - Special Dancers *PW
July 19 - Original German Band of New Ulm *PW
July 26 - National Night Out - Community Talent Show (6-8pm at Fairgrounds)
August 2 - Sleepy Eye Concertina Club *PW
August 9 - Peter & Paul Wendinger Band
August 16 - Larry Mages and the Mages Family Band
August 23 - Schell's Hobo Band
August 30 - Zent's Music Studio
Sponsored by New Ulm Park and Recreation and KNUJ
Wii Bowling League
Begins the week of January 11. Team entry fees are $1 and consist of 2 players. Bowlers may either sit or stand to play. Call 354-3212 to register or to just try Wii for the first time. Open bowling is also available if joining a league is not your thing.
Shuffleboard
Senior men and women gather each Monday afternoon at 1pm to play shuffleboard. CAST has two courts at the Community Center. Join the fun and get a little mild exercise doing so.
Ping Pong
is available every Tuesday and Thursday morning. Stop by and play; bring a friend. Call 354-3212 if you want to reserve a special time.
Knitting for Seniors
Senior men and women are invited to learn knitting through CAST. Instructor Plyllis Kosbab will offer a 6 week class beginning October 14, meeting each Wednesday from 9:30-11 am. Class size is limited to 12, so call 354-3212 to register. There is no fee and materials will be provided.
Bingo for Seniors
Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28 - CAST will sponsor bingo for seniors at the Community Center, 600 N Minnesota. Cash prizes will be awarded. Questions, call 354-3212
Bridge Players Welcome!
Monday evenings at 6:30pm and Wednesday afternoons at 1pm, bridge players of all levels are invited to drop in at Sunset Apartments, 1610 Sunset Ave and play the grand old game. Tables are formed as folks arrive and beginners are encouraged to keep learning the game. There s no cost for this event. Questions, call 354-3212
Table Tennis
Bring a friend or pick up a partner and play some Ping Pong at the Community Center. The table is ready each Tuesday and Thursday morning, starting January 6, between 8-10am. Afternoon hours may be extended if additional time is needed. Call 507-354-3212 with questions
Greeting Cards
Every Tuesday morning at 9 am you are needed to join the volunteers who gather at the New Ulm Community Center to make beautiful greeting cards. New volunteers are welcome...no skills required. CAST also welcomes all your old greeting cards to be recycled. Drop off those cards in the box outside the door at 600 N German, New Ulm.
Current Events Discussion Group
Every Friday from 9:30 - 10:30 am, a current events discussion group, sponsored by CAST will be held at the Community Center in New Ulm. Join us and share your opinions of local, national, and international events. The coffeepot is on! For information, contact Diane at 354-3212
"Stay Active"
New Ulm Community Center, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 - 11:15. A second option for those seeking a lower impact class sitting down. Seniors maintain strength and flexibility. Equipment provided. Call 354-3212 for more information.
"Golden Sneakers"
Vogel Fieldhouse - Monday and Wednesdays...9:30 - 10:30 am. CAST and the United Way of New Ulm with the Park and Recreation of New Ulm offer this conditioning class for Senior Men and Women. There is no charge for this class. Call 354-3212 for more information