Joe and Cory Bennett retiring
After many years of service to Moorhead families, Joe and Cory Bennett are retiring from sponsoring their yearly Christmas Party.
Vietnam Veterans Chapter 941 has been involved the past two years and will take over the party and Bennett Park activities.
Larry Nicholson is the new contact for the yearly Christmas party and he can be reached at 218-236-0959 or 701-412-7992.
Free “Let’s Talk” Sessions Scheduled
Alternate Tuesdays at Lost and Found Ministry
Stop in and visit with the Rev. Tim Bauer or Beth Brantner, LPCC on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays (May-August) from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Lost and Found Ministry. No appointment is needed
The aim of “Let’s Talk” is to provide a safe place for people to ask questions and begin to have shared conversations about their own or a loved one’s addiction. The relationships that develop between individuals with shared experiences allow people to create, collaborate and heal in new ways.
“We want the Tuesday “Let’s Talk” to provide the opportunity to meet people where they are and to provide a safe, welcoming place for them to ask questions, share concerns and explore ways to find their own path,” says Pastor Bauer.
Tuesday “Let’s Talk” gatherings are free and meet at the Lost and Found Ministry at 111 7th Street South in Moorhead.
Lost and Found Ministry serves the area with addiction intervention and family counseling services. It has a library of materials to help with addiction recovery, family issues, personal growth, and more. It is a program of Trinity Lutheran Church, Moorhead, Minnesota and is located at 111 7th St. So. in Moorhead. It is open Monday-Friday from 8-5 pm and Monday-Thursday from 7-9 pm. Call 218-287-2089 for more information.
Volunteers are needed to assist with various
beautification projects throughout Moorhead
The City of Moorhead is seeking volunteers to assist with beautification projects within City of Moorhead. Opportunities include roadside clean up, Adopt-A-Park, Adopt-A-River, and Adopt-A-Downtown Planter (annual planting installation/maintenance and perennial maintenance options).
If you are interested in volunteering, please call 218.299.5296 or email. Volunteer groups can be individuals, large or small groups, families, or businesses.
Volunteer opportunities are a mix of full summer commitments and one-time opportunities. Volunteers are provided with garbage bags and disposable gloves.
We invite you to help make Moorhead a beautiful place this summer!
Moorhead Pools to open June 6
Moorhead Municipal Pool will open for the summer season, June 6, 2014. General Swim is Monday-Sunday from 12:30-4:30 pm and 6:30-8:30 pm. Admission is $2.50.
Pool passes can be purchased at the Moorhead Parks and Recreation Office before June 6. Individual passes are $35 and family passes are $80. Passes will be available to purchase at the Municipal Pool once they open.
Neighborhood wading pools will open June 6, 2014. Hours are Monday-Sunday from 1:00-7:00 pm. Wading pools are for children age 10 and under. All swimmers must be closely supervised by an adult. There is no charge for wading pools.
The weather must be 60° and sunny or 65° and cloudy for all Moorhead Pools to open.
Rourke Art Museum Announces Director to Step Down
The Rourke Board of Directors announced that Executive Director Tania Blanich will be stepping down as of May 30, 2014. Blanich has served as the Executive Director since January 2012.
Board President Brad Bachmeier noted that Blanich was hired to transition the Rourke from a founder-led organization. “Tania’s work at the Rourke has been much appreciated. She oversaw the monumental task of inventorying the works in the permanent art collection. Tania has brought new artists and exhibitions to the Rourke, while making new connections to the community and updating operational and administrative systems.”
“It has been a rare privilege to direct the Rourke,” said Blanich. “We have accomplished so much in such a short time, including boosting the Rourke’s profile and thus attendance. I’ve been gratified to know how positively our progress has been received by our members and the community at large. Indeed, the community needs to continue to support this wonderful museum.”
Bachmeier said, “Blanich has agreed to consult with the organization on the permanent art collection and its management, continuing the work she has overseen in inventorying and assessing it.” He added, “The Rourke has taken many positive steps since Tania’s arrival. We will continue to build on the momentum that has been created as we aspire to help the Rourke realize its fullest potential for downtown Moorhead as well as the entire region.”
Lane Closure
Eastbound 1st Avenue North Bridge over the Red River will be closed beginning Tuesday, May 27, 2014.
Eastbound 1st Avenue North Bridge over the Red River will be closed beginning Tuesday, May 27, 2014 to replace expansion joints. The bridge will be closed until approximately July 7, 2014. During construction, eastbound traffic will be detoured to Center Avenue. Westbound traffic will not be affected at this time. Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes and expect delays.