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Chairs for Charity

Start Date:

Jun 15, 2013

Start Time:

6:00 PM

Village of Hope will be hosting a Dinner Gala and Auction at the Bemidji Town and Country Club. Social Hour 6:00-7:00pm, Dinner with Silent Auction at 7:00pm. Please join us as we raise funds to assist families experiencing homelessness. Tickets are $50.00 each. Please contact Sandy Hennum at 751-0722 Ext. 2 to purchase tickets

Bemidji Library Book Festival

Start Date:	Jun 17, 2013
End Date:	Jun 22, 2013

A weeklong celebration of reading and literature with readings by children's authors every day at the Library at 10:30am, writing and illustration workshops at 2:00, adult authors and special presentations every evening at 7:00pm

Senior Surf Computer Class

Start Date:	Jun 18, 2013	Start Time:	8:00 AM
End Date:	Jun 18, 2013	End Time:	10:00 AM

Seniors - Are You Interested in Learning Some Basics About Computers? The Bemidji Public Library continues to offer the Senior Surf computer training classes. If you have always wanted to learn about computers and how to access the internet..now is your opportunity. Join others in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere where you can learn new things about Medicare, Social Security, fun websites to check out information, etc. Space is limited so you will need to call the Library (218) 751-3963...

One Voice Choir Concert

Start Date:

Jun 21, 2013

Start Time:

7:30 PM

One Voice boards the bus for a series of outreach concerts in Bemidji, Bigfork and Little Falls! Outreach concerts serve as an important gathering place for GLBT individuals, families and allies outside metro areas to build community and create social change. Bemidji-Friday, June 21st 7:30 pm Bemidji State Univ., Bangsberg Fine Arts Center, Thompson Recital Hall. Cost: $10 adult/$5 student & senior. Tickets: Harmony Natural Foods Coop, 302 Irvine Ave NW, Bemidji or RespectAwareness...

Blackduck Connection Clinic

Start Date:	Jun 25, 2013	Start Time:	3:00 PM
End Date:	Jun 25, 2013	End Time:	7:00 PM

Get the useful information and screenings at the Blackduck Resource Center, 133 Main Street and Margaret, to help keep you healthy. A wide variety of services are available at no cost. Child Wellness Exams and Dental Screenings available by scheduling ahead. There will be drawings for gas cards and a delicious meal served. Open to all ages. For more information contact Kristy at 218-835-5768

Kelliher Connection Clinic

Start Date:	Jun 27, 2013	Start Time:	9:00 AM
End Date:	Jun 27, 2013	End Time:	1:00 PM

Get the useful information and screenings at the Kelliher Old School Building, Clark and 4th St., to help keep you healthy. A wide variety of services are available at no cost. Child Wellness Exams and Dental Screenings available by scheduling ahead. There will be drawings for gas cards and a delicious meal served. Open to all ages. For more information contact Kristy at 218-835-5768

Indigenous Arts Festival

Start Date:	Jun 28, 2013
End Date:	Jun 29, 2013

This two day event will focus on traditionals arts workshops at the Rail River Folk School, 303 Railroad Street, Bemidji. Local indigenous artists are needed to contribute their talent and expertise and should register by May 15th. Please call 218-407-3909 for more information and application.

New Leaf Workshop for Offenders/Former Offenders

Start Date:	Jun 28, 2013	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	Jun 28, 2013	End Time:	4:00 PM

Learn how to respond to questions related to your offense, how to discover your unique job skills and talents, how to write resumes and cover letters, what to expect from a background check. Register by phone 218-333-8231 or online at www.positivelyminnesota.com/WFCworkshops. This workshop is only open to Offenders and Former Offenders