COMPUTER CLASS AT THE LIBRARY:
Come to the Pleasant Hill Library and Brush up on your Computer skills or maybe even to learn how to use Microsoft Word. On Thursday, November 12th there will be a workshop on how to use Microsoft word. It is free of charge. For more information call 651-438-0200.
TOTAL LIFE CARE BABY SHOWER:
On Thursday, November 12th at 6:45, the Total Life Care Center is presenting to you a Baby Shower at Hope Glen Barn located at 10276 East Point Douglas Rd S Cottage Grove,Mn. Refreshments are provided. Bring New Target Gift Cards, Bibs, rattles, Large Size Diapers, Winter Clothing and Coats, Newborn Stuffed Animals. For more information call 612-202-2886.
SUSAN G KOMEN WOMEN’S EXPO:
The Susan G Komen 3 Day Women’s Expo is having a fundraiser Saturday, November 14th. Come out and do some early Holiday Shopping with Party Lite, Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, Lia Sophia, Jamie’s Jelly, Intimate Party, Pizazz your life. There will also be $10.00 eyebrow waxing, Information on women’s health and much more! There are door prizes and refreshments. It’s free to the public! Get your gal pals together and come out to shop for a great cause. At the RJ’s Tavern 106 2nd Street East, Hastings MN 55033.
BOND REFERENDUM FINALLY PASSES:
The results are in! The top three vote getters in the Hastings School District 200 election were new-comer Angie McGinnis with 3723 votes, and incumbents Dan Cater with 3335 votes, and Teresa Moes with 3007 votes. All three bond questions passed, for a total of $19,250,000 for repairs and upgrades to the district’s facilities.
HASTINGS MAN CHARGED WITH ASSAULT:
25-year-old Nicholas Martin Schanus of Hastings has been charged with third degree assault. On August 2nd, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office received the report of an assault. The victim reported that he had gone with his girlfriend to one of her relative’s residences in Denmark Township, for a barbeque. The victim reported that after being at the barbeque for a while, Schanus arrived with a family member of the victim’s girlfriend. The victim and his girlfriend reported that Schanus immediately advanced on the victim, punching him and kicking him in the head. A Deputy located Schanus and talked to him about the incident. He admitted to attacking the victim, but refused to elaborate on why he did it. As a result of the attack, the victim sustained a nasal fracture. If convicted for third-degree assault, Schanus face up to five years in jail.
SENIOR CENTER BIRTHDAY BASH:
The Hasting Area Senior Center November Birthday Bash is Tuesday, November 10th at 12pm. There will be Barbecue pork ribs for $5.00 and free to Center members who’s celebrating a birthday in November. Please register by calling 438-0750.
HOLIDAY RECIPE MAKEOVERS:
Regina Medical Center’s Registered Dietitians are offering a series of better living classes. Holiday Recipe Makeovers will be offered on Thursday, November 12th at 11 a.m. where you will learn to trim fat and calories from your recipes while maximizing holiday flavors. All classes will be held at Regina Medical Center in room A at the conference center. Each class is $5 per person and refreshments will be served. You must register for this class. Please call 651-480-4369 no later that the Monday before the class.
NEWPORT MAN CHARGED FOR METH:
28-year-old Shawn Michael Jennrich of Newport has been charged with illegal possession of a firearm, and possession of methamphetamine. On June 23rd, Washington County Narcotics Task Force Agents received information about Jennrich, who had an active warrant, being located at a residence in Newport. Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies went to the residence on 8th Avenue and located Jennrich along with several other people. Deputies noticed drug items, as well as a gun out in plain sight. After obtaining a search warrant, Deputies found several items testing positive for methamphetamine, along with a bag of methamphetamine, and a hypodermic needle. Jennrich was previously convicted of motor vehicle theft, which prevents him from possessing a firearm. If convicted for illegal possession of a firearm, Jennrich faces up to 15 years in prison. He faces an additional 10 years if convicted for possession of methamphetamine.
LEST WE FORGET:
Lest We Forget A Concert Honoring Our Military Past and Present. Saturday November 7th at 7pm. It will be held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church 2035 15th street West Hastings, Minnesota. A freewill offering will be taken for a Christmas mailing to our Military. Refreshment will be served following the concert. Featuring music by Chris Falteisek, Jodi Peine Husting and Maureen McNeary Sieben.
LeDUC ARTISTS SHOW:
Local artists will again fill the Leduc historic estate with fine art from November 7th through November 15th from 10-5. The artwork consists of almost every artistic media from oil painting to textiles to photography. The show is open and free to the public, for more information call 651-437-7055.
BAND BOOSTERS BREAKFAST:
On Saturday November 7th from 8-10 a.m. join the Hastings Band Boosters as they are sponsoring a pancake breakfast at Applebees. Tickets are $6 and you can get them from any band member or at the door.
SENATE DISTRICT 57 DFL FALL DINNER:
The Senate District 57 DFL Fall Dinner will be on Friday, November 13th, from 5:30 – 7:15 p.m. at the Cottage grove VFW Red Barn. Honored guests State senator Katie Sieben, and State representative Karla Bigham will be present. Other invited guests include U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, U.S. Senator Al Franken, U.S. Congresswoman Betty McCollum, Attorney General Lori Swanson, State Auditor Rebecca Otto, Minnesota Speaker of the House Margaret Kelliher, and Minnesota DFL Governor Candidates. The suggested donation for the dinner is $20.00, and there will also be a silent auction. For more information, or tickets call Don Slaten at 651-319-0071.
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