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06 / 1
Corvettes For A Cure
End: 12:00 pm
Start: 05/30/2008 - 3:00pm
End: 06/01/2008 - 12:00pm

Benefiting the National Breast Cancer Foundation and The McLeod County American Cancer Society.
06 / 2
American Red Cross blood drive in Plato
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm

American Red Cross and the community of Plato is planning a blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 2, at Lighthouse Assembly of God Church, 10478 Bell Ave., Plato. For an appointment, call Ken or Myra at (320) 238-2370.
Healthy individuals who are at least age 17 and weigh at least 110 pounds may be able to donate blood. Donors are eligible to give blood every 56 days, or approximately six times a year. Photo ID is required. For more information call the Red Cross at (800) GIVE-LIFE, or visit www.givebloodgivelife.org.
06 / 3
Stop Smoking Support Group meets
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

A support group to help those who are quitting smoking will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at Shalom Baptist Church, 1215 Roberts Road S.W., Hutchinson. Mary Anderson of Kids Inc. will be the speaker. The meeting will include small group discussion and prayer time. For more information, call Cindy Smith, coordinator, at (320) 234-6265.
06 / 4
Red Cross blood drive
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm

The Red Cross bloodmobile will be in the area soon:

• noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at Miller Manufacturing, State Highway 22, Glencoe.

Healthy individuals who are at least age 17 and weigh at least 110 pounds may be able to donate blood. Donors are eligible to give blood every 56 days, or approximately six times a year. A photo ID is required.
For more information about blood drives in your area, call the Red Cross at (651) 291-4607, (800) GIVE-LIFE, or visit www.yourbloodcenter.org.


McLeod County Voiture 414 40 & 8
Start: 8:00 pm

McLeod County Voiture 414 40 & 8 will meet at 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at Waconia American Legion. A meal will begin the evening. Anyone needing a ride to the promenade should meet by 5:45 p.m. at the Hutchinson American Legion, 35 Third Ave. S.E. For more information, call Jerry at (612) 616-4434.
06 / 5
KIDS Count coffee planned for June 5
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 3:00 pm

A KIDS Count coffee will take place from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Willmar Public Library meeting room, 410 Fifth St. S.W. This free community forum is sponsored by Heartland Community Action Agency Inc. and KIDS Count initiative.
Topics at the forum will include the most recent data on the economic well-being, health, education and safety of children in our community and statewide, an update about state legislative efforts to support children and families, and a discussion on how to improve the lives of children in your area and beyond.


Woman’s Club of Hutchinson
Start: 5:30 pm

The General Federation of Women’s Clubs Woman’s Club of Hutchinson will meet for a picnic dinner at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at Woman’s Club Park, Campbell Lane, Hutchinson.
After the meal, Dr. Celeste Wherry will speak on “Chiropractic is not just a ‘back thing.’” A business meeting will follow with state convention reports and awards, fundraisers and program suggestions for 2008-09 club year.
The club is open to all area women interested in community service. For more information, call Elaine at (320) 587-3299.


Dance recital planned for Thursday
Start: 6:00 pm

All That Dance dance studio has their recital at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Hutchinson High School auditorium, 1200 Roberts Road S.W. Tickets are $5 at the door.
06 / 6
06 / 7
Car Buffs’ breakfast
Start: 9:00 am

The second Car Buffs’ breakfast of the 2008 summer season has been set for 9 a.m. Saturday, June 7, at the Straw Hat Grill in Buffalo Lake.

The group will have the opportunity to view two car collections following the breakfast. The event is sponsored by the Willmar Car Club and is open to all area car enthusiasts.

The breakfasts take place the first Saturday of each month, May through November, at area restaurants to give car enthusiasts a chance to view and discuss collector cars and vintage vehicles. The next breakfast will be July 5 at the American Legion in Spicer.


Red Cross sponsors motorcycle ride
Start: 10:00 am
End: 4:00 pm

The McLeod County Chapter of American Red Cross is sponsoring “The Ride for the Red,” Saturday, June 7. Registration is from 8 to 10 a.m. at the McLeod County Fairgrounds, 840 Century Ave. S.W., Hutchinson. The ride begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m. at the fairgrounds, with door prize drawings and a beautiful bike contest.

Riders can also join the ride at 11 a.m. at the Waseca County Red Cross office, 511 S. State St., Waseca.

The ride is also open to classic cars and the public.
06 / 8
Minnesota Wings club meeting
Start: 4:00 pm

The Minnesota Wings, a motorcycle club, meets at 4 p.m. June 8, at Pizza Ranch, 201 N. Sibley Ave., Glencoe.
06 / 9
Legal advocacy representative to visit with senior citizens
Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:30 am

A representative of the Legal Advocacy for Older Americans Project will meet with senior citizens at the following times and places:

• 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, June 9, Plaza 15 Senior Center, 1005 State Hwy. 15 S., Hutchinson

Attorneys and paralegals for the project can assist seniors with problems in Social Security, Medicare, Medical Assistance, food stamps and fuel assistance. In addition, the project handles problems with housing, consumer law and insurance to supplement Medicare. The services are provided without charge, however, donations can be accepted.


Red Cross Disaster Action Team meeting
Start: 7:00 pm

The Red Cross Disaster Action Team will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, June 9, at the Red Cross office, 902 State Highway 15 S., Hutchinson.
In addition to a business meeting, volunteer training in preparation for natural disasters or single family disaster assistance will be conducted.
Additional volunteers are needed for the Disaster Action Team. For more information, call Kirsten Dean at (320) 587-0352, or e-mail her at redcross@ hutchtel.net.


Acoma Acorns 4-H Club
Start: 7:00 pm

Acoma Acorns 4-H Club will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, June 9, at Cedar Mills Rod and Gun Club. Demonstrations by Joe and Mike Schluter, and Mathew Erickson will begin the evening, followed by a meeting.
The theme for the evening is “Hat Night.” Everyone attending is asked to wear a hat, and to bring a dish to pass. The Bob Schluter family will provide beverages.
For more information, call Sarah at (320) 587-8906.
06 / 10
06 / 11
Hutchinson Hospital Auxiliary Meeting
Start: 9:30 am

Hutchinson Hospital Auxiliary will meet at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 11, at Hutchinson Community Hospital, conference room A/B, 1095 Highway 15 S., Hutchinson.

Guest speaker will be Bev Bonte of Common Cup Ministries.

Meetings are open to all auxiliary members and anyone interested in learning more about the auxiliary.

For more information, call Dori Johnson at (320) 587-2985.


Bear Lake Sunshine Society
Start: 12:30 pm

The Bear Lake Sunshine Society will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 11, at the American Legion, 35 Third Ave. S.E., Hutchinson. A business meeting will follow at 1:15 p.m. Members are encouraged to bring a guest. For more information, call Shirley at (320) 587-2750.


Al-Anon
Start: 7:30 pm

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 12
Hutchinson Area Bird Club
Start: 7:00 pm

The Hutchinson Area Bird Club will meet at 7 p.m. June 12, in the Hutchinson Public Library lower level meeting room, 50 Hassan St. S.E. Anyone interested in birding is invited to attend. For more information, call John at (320) 234-9664, or Rosanne at (320) 587-9659.


Renville County Genealogical Society
Start: 7:30 pm

Renville County Genealogical Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 12, at the Renville City Library, 221 N. Main St. Local historian Gary Revier will speak about “Generations of builders — Renville County’s Pioneers.” The public is welcome and lunch will be provided.
06 / 13
Litchfield Christian Women’s Club
Start: 9:00 am
End: 10:30 am

An “Eye to Eye” brunch will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 13, at Litchfield First Lutheran Church, 703 S. Sibley Ave., Litchfield.
Special feature will be “Lasses with Glasses,” by Amy Elfering who works at Litchfield Eye Center.
Special music “Framed in Notes,” will be by Rita Weber of Sioux Falls, S.D. She will also be the special speaker. Weber, a native of Cokato, is a mental health counselor and will speak on her experiences in overcoming the challenges of becoming blind as an adult.


Al-Anon
Start: 9:30 am

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 14
Al-Anon
Start: 10:00 am

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.


HHS Class of 1983 reunion
Start: 7:00 pm

Hutchinson High School class of 1983 will have its 25-year reunion at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 14, at the Elks Lodge, 720 State Highway 7 E., Hutchinson.
For more information, call Stephanie Esping Johnson at (651) 452-6228, or e-mail her at johnsonesping@comcast.net.
06 / 15
Floats, fun and fireworks at Shalom Baptist Church
Start: 7:30 pm

Wrap up Water Carnival weekend with an evening of fun lawn games, root beer floats and the annual display of fireworks over the Crow River, all from the yard and parking lot of Shalom Baptist Church, 1215 Roberts Road S.W., Hutchinson. The event begins with free root beer floats served at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 15. The fireworks are at 10 p.m.

The public is welcome and asked to bring lawn chairs or blankets, bug spray and a yard game.

For more information, call (320) 587-2668.
06 / 16
06 / 17
Al-Anon
Start: 8:00 pm

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 18
Rental housing class for property managers, owners
Start: 9:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Minnesota Multi Housing Association is sponsoring a marketing, leasing and drug awareness class for property managers and owners from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 18, at Hutchinson Public Library, 50 Hassan St. S.E. The class features many practical leasing skills, tips and techniques, and the Hutchinson Drug Task Force will present information on identifying potential drug problems. For more information, call Lisa Wilt at (985) 548-2205.


Red Cross blood drive in Lester Prairie
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm

The Red Cross bloodmobile will be in the area soon:

• 1 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at City Hall in Lester Prairie

Healthy individuals who are at least age 17 and weigh at least 110 pounds may be able to donate blood. Donors are eligible to give blood every 56 days, or approximately six times a year. A photo ID is required.
For more information about blood drives in your area, call the Red Cross at (651) 291-4607, (800) GIVE-LIFE, or visit www.yourbloodcenter.org.


Al-Anon
Start: 7:30 pm

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 19
06 / 20
Al-Anon
Start: 9:30 am

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 21
Al-Anon
Start: 10:00 am

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 22
Family day at arboretum set for June 22
Start: 10:30 am
End: 3:00 pm

The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum will celebrate its 50/100 year anniversary with a family day from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 22. Many family-friendly activities are planned including a family fun run, a visit with a bald eagle, live music by Swedish fiddler Ross Sutter, and complimentary cake and ice cream from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Admission is free. The arboretum is on State Highway 5 in Chanhassen. For more information, call (952) 443-1400, or check its Web site at www.arboretum.umn.edu.
06 / 23
06 / 24
Al-Anon
Start: 8:00 pm

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 25
Al-Anon
Start: 7:30 pm

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 26
06 / 27
Al-Anon
Start: 9:30 am

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 28
Al-Anon
Start: 10:00 am

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
06 / 29
Polka service planned at Peace Lutheran
Start: 9:20 am

An outdoor polka service will be at 9:20 a.m. Sunday, June 29, at Peace Lutheran Church, 400 Franklin St. S.W., Hutchinson. Music will be provided by Chuck Thiel.
An ice cream social will follow the service at the Peace Center, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu features shredded pork and barbecue beef sandwiches, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, relishes, pie and ice cream. For more information, call the church at (320) 587-3031.
06 / 30
07 / 1
Al-Anon
Start: 8:00 pm

Al-Anon meetings take place at 8 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Alano Club, 1170 State Highway 7 W., Hutchinson.

Al-Anon is based on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous and has as its purpose helping families with addictions. Those attending find that what they learn helps in many other aspects of their lives.

For more information, call Carol at (320) 833-5376, or Lynn at (320) 587-7046.
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