Halloween announcements
Luverne’s annual Trunk ‘n Treat event will be from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, in the Luverne School Parking lot. (It’s moved off Main Street this year because of the detour route from Highway 75 construction.)
Good Samaritan Society- Mary Jane Brown Home will be open for Trick or Treating from 3:30 to 5:30 Monday, Oct. 31, for Halloween.
Generations will celebrate Halloween during its 11:30 a.m. meal with sing-a-long music and dancing with Bruce Dysthe until 1 p.m. Reserve a meal several days in advance by leaving a message at 507-283-9846.
Minnesota Veterans Home in Luverne will not host trick-or-treating this year, due to Covid precautions.
Gospel Jubilee Oct. 30
The American Reformed Church in Luverne will host a Gospel Jubilee with the Klassens from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30, with refreshments to follow the concert.
One Warm Coat distribution starts Oct. 27
Atlas Ministries accepts donations for Rock County One Warm Coat from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 10 to 7 Thursdays, and from 10 to 4 Saturdays at Redeemed Remnants.
Donations can also be left in the Luverne Elementary School commons during normal school hours.
Distributions dates are from 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 27, from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 10, and from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 12.
Accepted are new or gently used, clean winter wear, including coats, hats, gloves, boots, scarves and snowpants. Call Destiny Ripka at 507-220-0030.
Nutrition assistance for seniors Nov. 3
Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors 60 and older, sponsored by A.C.E. of SW MN, will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3. The drive-through distribution will be in the parking lot off Maple St., at the new office location on the east side of Generations Event Center. Pre-registration required. Call Linda Wenzel at 507-283-5064.
Shoebox collection
Operation Christmas Child Shoebox collection week is Nov. 14-21. Boxes can be ordered online at samaritanpurse.org. Boxes may also be picked up at the American Reformed Church in Luverne (south door) and dropped back to the church.
Call Edna Buys, 507-227-7169 or Charla Sandbulte, 507-227-1722, for more information.
Food Shelf evening hours
The Rock County Food Shelf is now open for an additional evening shift from 5 to 6 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of the month. Call Mary at 507-227-5548 or Katie at 507-227-3531.
SHARE releases distribution date
Those wishing to receive groceries, clothing and toys from the Rock County SHARE program must apply by Wednesday, Nov. 23.
SHARE will distribute the gifts to Rock County residents in need from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, at the Luverne National Guard Armory on South Freeman Avenue.
Note: SHARE is NOT accepting donations of used items at this time. To support the program, mail financial gifts to SHARE, PO Box 792, Luverne, MN 56156.
For information, contact Amy at 507-227-6944 or Monica at 507-820-1100.
Community Ed
Community Education will offer the following classes in the next few weeks. Call 507-283-4724 to register.
Men’s Basketball meets on Wednesday nights November through February starting Nov. 2. Register by Oct. 26. Fee is $35 for the four months.
Learn how to rescue and repair your wardrobe at the Basics of Mending on Oct. 29 at The Sewing Basket. Fee is $15 plus cost of supplies purchased at the store.
Grades K-2 Basketball will meet twice each month November through February on Saturday mornings beginning Nov. 5 to learn basic skills. Fee is $25.
Students (grades 1-3) will follow along with the instructor step by step to create a painting at Paint & Snack class on Nov. 7. Fee is $33.
Looking for a way to save time at meal time? Join us for the Freeze Now, Eat Later! workshop on Nov. 12. Register by Oct. 28. Fee is $35 plus the cost of groceries to bring to class.
Students (grades K – 3) can learn about Birds of the World from a Blue Mound State Park Naturalist on Nov. 14 from 3:30-4:30pm. Fee is $5.
Students (grades 4-6) will follow along with the instructor step by step to create a painting at Paint & Snack class on Nov. 14. Fee is $33.
Intro to Cricut on Nov. 14 is for those wanting to know more about cutting paper, vinyl and cardstock for your DIY projects. Fee is $16.
Library Happenings
For more information about library happenings, call 507-449-5040 or email rockcountystaff@gmail.com.
Story Time with Bronwyn is Fridays from now through. Dec. 2. The event starts at 10 a.m.
Trivia Night is at 7 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Take 16 in Luverne. Team registration begins at 6 p.m.
Reminiscence Kits are available featuring various topics such as gardening, pets, baking, sewing, farming and hunting. The kits are designed to use with a loved one experiencing memory loss, encouraging the loved one to open up about activities they once loved in the past.
CoffeeBreak Bible Study meets Tuesdays
CoffeeBreak Bible Study meets each Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Christian Reformed Church in Luverne. There will be StoryHour Bible stories and playtime for ages 3 to kindergarten, and a nursery is available. It’s free for all faiths and no prior Bible knowledge is necessary. Call Kristi Stroeh at 507-227-5102 or email atkristi.stroeh@hotmail.com
A.C.E. respite care available, volunteers needed
A.C.E. of SW Minnesota (A.C.E.) offers respite care services in Rock County for those needing a break from caring for a loved one.
The respite program offers short-term (1-3 hours), temporary care for families and caregivers by providing a brief period of reprieve from the daily cares they provide to their loved one.
Volunteers provide non-professional supportive services to caregivers to give them time for themselves, relieve their stress and help them remain healthy.
Respite care volunteers are also needed. Trained A.C.E. volunteers provide respite care to family caregivers of adults age 60 and older who are suffering from long-term health conditions.
Contact Linda Wenzel at 507-283-5064 or ace.rock@co.rock.mn.us.
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