2014 One Book, One

Community pick is ‘Orphan Train’

FARGO, N.D. (April 15, 2014) –The Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo Public Libraries are pleased to announce the 2014 One Book, One Community selection “Orphan Train” by Christina Baker Kline. Selected by public vote, this novel explores universal themes relevant to us all – resilience in the face of adversity, second chances and friendship. All area residents are encouraged to unite in reading “Orphan Train” in preparation for the upcoming related events to be held at area public libraries and participating organizations.

This year’s One Book, One Community reading program launches Wednesday, Aug. 13, with two author events. Christina Baker Kline will start off the community-wide reading program with an invitation only, informal “Tea with the Author” event at the Moorhead Public Library in the afternoon. Later that evening, Baker Kline will take the stage for an author presentation and visit at The Stage at Island Park

All One Book, One Community events are free and open to the public.

This project is generously supported by the Friends of the Fargo Public Library, the Friends of the West Fargo Public Library, the Friends of the Moorhead Library, and Moorhead Community Education.

Minnesota D.A.R.E. Announces

2014 Statewide Poster Contest Winners

Hopkins, MN—Minnesota D.A.R.E., Inc. would like to announce the 2014 Poster Contest winners. The (2) first place winners will be throwing out the opening pitches at the April 13th & 27th Twins games.

 For the April 13th game, the winner is from Stewartville Middle School whose D.A.R.E. officer is Dan Johnson from the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Office. The pitch on April 27th thrown out by a student from S.G. Reinertsen whose D.A.R.E. officer is Val Kellen with the Moorhead Police Department. Additional poster contest winners are following.

 This year’s theme was “D.A.R.E. to Express Yourself.” The contest was open for 5th or 6th grade D.A.R.E. students, statewide.

Minnesota D.A.R.E., Inc. received hundreds of entries from around Minnesota. The top entries will receive special DARE prizes. These posters will be framed and put on display at DARE events throughout the state.

 Minnesota D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) is a prevention and education program that advocates and educates for healthy and safe children. D.A.R.E. serves young people and their families teaching the skills to make positive decisions, provides education on safe and healthy lifestyles and gives the tools to enable them to resist engaging in negative and violent behaviors. Over 25 million students have been reached worldwide and approximately 74,000 Minnesota students receive instruction annually.

For more information, contact MNDARE@aol.com or go to www.mndare.org

Fargo Fire Department

Responds to a Deck Fire

Fargo, ND (April 14th, 2014) –The Fargo Fire Department responded to a report of smoke and flames coming from an apartment building at 5400 Amber Valley Parkway.  When firefighters arrived on scene they found a small fire located on a second floor exterior deck with fire spreading up the exterior siding.  The first engine on scene quickly extinguished the fire with a hose line. Additional crews were brought into the scene to ensure that the fire had not extended into the exterior wall of the structure.

The occupants of the apartment were not home at the time of the fire.  The family’s dog was located inside the apartment and was unharmed.

Firefighters were able to remove siding and wall material to expose the charred area. Fire damage was contained to the exterior of the home with a small amount of smoke damage inside.

A fire investigator on scene found that the fire was caused by unattended smoking materials located in an unapproved container on the second floor exterior deck.

Lake Agassiz Regional Library

Annual Spring Used Book Sale May 1 – 3

Lake Agassiz Regional Library will host a used book sale in the lower level of the Moorhead Public Library, 118 5th St. S., on Thursday, May 1 through Saturday, May 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

Hundreds of materials will be available for purchase, including many adult fiction and nonfiction books, movies, audiovisual items, and children’s materials.

Customers may fill a bag with items for five dollars. Proceeds of the sale will be used to support Lake Agassiz Regional Library.

For more information on this and other programs, call the Lake Agassiz Regional Library at (218) 233-3757 or go online at www.larl.org.

City office, library and

garbage schedules for Good Friday

FARGO, N.D. (April 10, 2014) –Non-essential City offices will be closed for the Good Friday holiday on Friday, April 18, 2014. All Fargo Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, April 18 and on Easter

Sunday, April 20. Garbage and recycling collections will run on schedule. The Sanitary Landfill will be open on Good Friday.   

PAY ATTENTION! ONE-IN-FOUR

CRASHES BLAMED ON DRIVER DISTRACTION

Enhanced Law Enforcement for Distracted Driving April 11-20

ST. PAUL– The chance of getting stopped for thumbs on the phone will increase as Minnesota law enforcement agencies across the state focus on distracted driving education and enforcement April 11-20. Nearly 400 Minnesota agencies are adding extra patrols during an enhanced law enforcement campaign that runs those 10 days.

Bethany to Host Fundraising Sale

Bethany Retirement Living will be hosting a jewelry and accessory sale as a fundraiser for the Bethany Auxiliary from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Friday, April 25. The fair will be held in the Resident Center at Bethany on 42nd (4255 30 Ave S, Fargo.) The sale is open to the public and there is no admission charge.

A huge array of jewelry, fashion accessories, and gifts for men, women and children will be available for sale. Factory-direct pricing provides quality, style and variety at up to 80 percent below retail cost.

Proceeds from the event will be used by the Bethany Auxiliary to purchase items and services to enhance the quality of life for residents at Bethany Retirement Living. Founded in 1964 by representatives of Bethany’s sponsoring churches, the Auxiliary conducts several events each year to raise money to support the mission of Bethany Retirement Living.

For more information about the sale, contact Laurie Schnabel at 701.478.8904 or lschnabel@bethanynd.org.