Events CalendarLIFE IN THE VALLEY – a service of Life 97.9/ Faith 1200 KFNW Radio. Friday, February 5 The Refuge, 921 8th Street, Detroit Lakes, will feature Studio 3:16 with Christian rock and youth ministries on Friday, February 5th at 8 p.m. Saturday, February 6 Polar Fest will be held February 6-14 in Detroit Lakes. For more information, call 1-800-542-3992. Extraordinary Women Conference will be held on Saturday, February 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Atonement Lutheran Church, 4601 University Drive South, Fargo. Recorded messages from Candace Cameron Bure, Karen Kingsbury, Nancy DeMoss and Stormie Omartian, live worship, lunch, snacks and shopping. Admission is $22. “Hope for Haiti” – a benefit dinner of Asian cuisine and entertainment will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 710 10th Street South, Fargo, on Saturday, February 6 from noon to 4 p.m. Free will offering for the American Red Cross. For more information, call 261-5637. The Fargo Lions Club will hold its annual “For Your Eyes Only” fundraiser to benefit Haiti and other humanitarian causes on Saturday, February 6, beginning at 4 p.m. at the Silver Moon Supper Club, 309 Roberts Street, downtown Fargo. Reserved tickets are required. They are $75 and available at North Home Furniture and Design or from any Fargo Lion, or by calling 271-1550. Entertainment by Great Plains Harmony, and VIP limousine transportation to the Ford Building for dessert. The Deb Jenkins band will perform from 6:30-10 p.m. and there will be a live auction and dessert and beverages at the VIP Room. A separate $10 ticket for this part of the event is available. Tri City Haitian Ministry will have a fundraising chicken dinner on Saturday, February 6 from 5-7 p.m. at 730 27th Street North, Fargo. For more information, call 701-540-1383 or Email Paladin41@q.com The Refuge, 921 8th Street, Detroit Lakes, will feature Pastor Ron Winters with country gospel worship and ministry on Saturday, February 6th at 7 p.m. Monday, February 8 "The Gifts of Humor and Touch" will be held on Monday, February 8 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and "Thriving Among Difficult People" will be held on Tuesday, February 9 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Both events at the Holiday Inn in Fargo. For more information, go to www.ndsu.edu/dce,or call 701-231-7015. Prairie View Church is hosting a Ladies Bible Study on Monday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at the Candlewood Suites on 19th Avenue North, Fargo. They will be studying “Stepping Up – the Psalms of Ascent” by Beth Moore. It begins Monday, February 8. For more information, call 701-478-3062. Wednesday, February 10 The Detroit Lakes Christian Women’s Club will meet on Wednesday, February 10 at noon at the Holiday Inn on Hwy 10 East. Linda Schultz of Fergus Falls will be the speaker. For reservations, call 846-1977. Thursday, February 11 Dakota Medical Foundation has selected First Choice Clinic to participate in the 2010 Giving Hearts Day, a 24 hour online fundraising event, on Thursday, February 11. Contributions of $10 or more will be matched by DMF. To support First Choice Clinic and have your donation matched, go to www.impactgiveback.org on February 11 and click on the Giving Hearts Day “Learn More/Donate” button. A homemade soup and pie dinner will be served on Thursday, February 11 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Gathering Place at St. Joseph’s Church, corner of 2nd Avenue and 11th Street South, Moorhead. The cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children age 5-10. The F-M Christian Women’s “After 5” Club will meet on Thursday, February 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Doublewood Inn in Fargo. David Wing of Sebeka will be the speaker. For reservations, call 277-3112. Saturday, February 13 Far Above Rubies: Who are You? for girls in grades 7-12 will be held at Atonement Lutheran Church on February 13 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, contact Rebecca Meidinger at faraboverubies@atonementfargo.org The First Church of the Nazarene in Fergus Falls invites pastors, ministry staff, board members, lay teachers and leaders to a Faith at Home focused church seminar on Saturday, February 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The speaker will be author, pastor and consultant Mark Holmen. Lunch is provided. Pre-registration is necessary by calling Lisa at 218-736-2764 by February 10. Monday, February 15 The Park Christian School cheerleaders will hold their annual cheer camp for girls Pre-K through 6th grade. The camp is open to PCS and non-PCS students. It will be held on Monday, February 15 from 2-4 p.m. in the school gym. The girls will perform at the half time of the Varsity Boys BB game on Saturday, February 20. The cost for the camp is $20 and will include a snack and Tshirt. DivorceCare and DivorceCare for Kids is a weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced and their children. It will be located at Hope Lutheran Church – South Campus at 3636 25th St. S. from 6:30 to 8:00 starting February 15, 2010 and runs for 13 weeks. This ministry is always open and you may start attending any week you choose. Cost is $15.00/adult. Nursery is provided free of charge. Call Ann for more information. Tuesday, February 16 The 2010 Northern Soybean Expo will be held on Tuesday, February 16 at the Holiday Inn in Fargo. For more information go to NDSC or call 1-888-469-6409. The Thief River Falls Christian Women’s Club will meet on Tuesday, February 16 at noon at the Eagles Club in Thief River Falls. Kathy Rokke will share about her time in Haiti before the earthquake. For reservations, call 681-4766. The Alpha Course will be offered at Hilltop Celebration Church in Fergus Falls, starting Tuesday, February 16 from 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 17 The Pine to Prairie Women’s Connection will meet on Wednesday, February 17 at 9:30 a.m. at the Community Center in McIntosh. Betty Syverson will be the speaker. For reservations, call 694-6118. The North Dakota National Guard is offering a training workshop for local pastors, to inform them of valuable resources to help meet the needs of military members and their families, on Thursday, February 18 from 9:30-12:00 noon It will be held at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Bismarck. No registration is necessary. A continental breakfast will be served. For more information, call Chaplain David Johnson at 701-333-3006 or david.leslie.johnson@us.army.mil Oak Grove Lutheran School is holding an Open House for its Elementary School, located at 2720 32nd Avenue South in Fargo, on Thursday, February 18 from 7-8 p.m. Admissions Open Houses are information sessions about Oak Grove. Families learn details about academics, campus ministry, unique programs, student life and extracurricular activities. Participants have an opportunity to meet Oak Grove administrators, teachers and staff, as well as hear current parents and students share their Oak Grove experience. Contact Oak Grove’s Admissions Office at 701.373.7114 or visit Oak Grove Lutheran Schools Friday, February 19 Bethel Evangelical Free Church Women’s Ministry Scrapbooking weekend has been rescheduled for February 19 & 20. Saturday, February 20 Norman Lutheran Church of rural Kindred presents their annual dinner theatre: “The Villian Wore a Dirty Shirt”, Saturday February 20 and Sunday, February 21. Dinner performance at 6 p.m. is $15. Matinee performance at 2 p.m. is $7. For reservations, call 428-3433. Sunday, February 21 The Northern Plains Prayer Retreat will be held at the AmericInn in Medora, February 21-23. It begins Sunday evening at 7 p.m. and ends on Tuesday at noon. Sponsored by Revival Prayer Fellowship of Bismarck. Speakers will be Dave and Kim Butts of Terre Haute, Indiana. The cost for the retreat is $100 for those who register before February 17 and $115 after that date. Spouses can attend for $30. This includes meals. Hotel reservations need to be made on your own by calling 1-800-634-3444. Identify yourself as coming for the prayer retreat. For more information, call 701-355-1089, or 701-471-1429 or Email revivalprayerfellowship@bis.midco.net Monday, February 22 The Alpha Course will be offered at Bethel Lutheran Church in Fergus Falls, starting Monday, February 22 from 6-8:30 p.m. “Ruby’s Pantry”, an outreach program of Home and Away Minstries is held the fourth Monday of every month from 6-8 p.m. at Inspiration Church of Breckenridge. Surplus food is distributed to those who need it, without questions. For more information, call 643-8610 or click on the Ruby’s Pantry link on the church’s website. The church is located ¼ mile north of State Hwy 210 and 75 intersection. Friday February 26 Oak Grove Lutheran Schools is holding a Student Buddy Day on Friday, February 26. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about Oak Grove. Seeing the campus for yourself – attending classes, experiencing chapel, meeting students and teachers will give you a good idea of what Oak Grove has to offer. Contact Oak Grove’s Admissions Office at 701.373.7114 to register or visit Oak Grove Lutheran Schools Saturday, February 27 The Grand Forks band “Hybrid Soul” will present a Christian rock concert at the Attic, 308 Demers Avenue, Fourth Floor, on Saturday, February 27 at 7 p.m. There is a $10 cover charge. $5 advance tickets are for sale at the Christian Bookshelf. Sponsored by Cross Hub. Family and friends will hold a benefit for Heidi Schaeffer in her battle against breast cancer on Saturday, February 27 at the Speedway Events Center. There will be a pasta feed from 6-8 p.m. and entertainment. Tickets are $5 and available at the door. Donations can be made on line at www.dakmed.org/lendahand. Checks can be mailed to Gate City Bank. For more information, call Shawana Davis at 306-7042. Saturday, March 6 Messiah Lutheran Church – Heartsprings Ministry - will be holding a camp for children kindergarten through 5th grade who live with Asperger’s. Both morning and afternoon sessions involve four professionals in occupational, music, and equestrian therapies and drama coaching. This half-day camp is at “Riding on Angel’s Wings” in Felton, MN. Camp is limited to the first 16 youth per session and must have a minimum of 13 youth per session. Cost is $57 per child. Registration deadline is Feb 26. Call Jan at Heart Springs for more information at 701.261.3142 or go to www.heartspringscenter.com and click on life transitions and special needs children. Thursday, March 11 Oak Grove Lutheran Schools is holding a Student Buddy Day on March 11. This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn more about Oak Grove. Seeing the campus for yourself – attending classes, experiencing chapel, meeting students and teachers will give you a good idea of what Oak Grove has to offer. Contact Oak Grove’s Admissions Office at 701.373.7114 to register or visit Oak Grove Lutheran Schools for more information. Saturday, March 13 Dave Ramsey’s Total Money Makeover live simulcast will be held at Bethel Church on Saturday, March 13 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Dave Ramsey will teach his 10 proven steps to help people take control of their money. This event is for anyone thinking about taking the Financial Peace University class or anyone who just wants to manage their money better. For ticket information, call the church at 232-4476. Friday, March 19 The Scrapping and Stamping Retreat at Park River Bible Camp will be held March 19-21. Arrival time is Friday from 3-5 p.m. and the retreat ends on Sunday at 2 p.m. The cost is $110. For more information, call 284-6795 or Email goprbc@polarcomm.com Tuesday, March 23 Oak Grove Lutheran School is holding an Open House for its Middle & High School, located at 124 North Terrace in Fargo, on Tuesday, March 23 from 7-8 p.m. Admissions Open Houses are information sessions about Oak Grove. Families learn details about academics, campus ministry, unique programs, student life and extracurricular activities. Participants have an opportunity to meet Oak Grove administrators, teachers and staff, as well as hear current parents and students share their Oak Grove experience. Contact Oak Grove’s Admissions Office at 701.373.7114 or visit Oak Grove Lutheran Schools Wednesday, May 5 Marketplace for Kids will be held at Concordia College in Moorhead on Wednesday, May 5th. Marketplace for Kids is an educational program for young entrepreneurs targeting grades 3- middle school but is open to all ages. For more information, contact Mary Haugo at 701-356-2030. A Salad and Pie Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, May 5th at Trinity Lutheran Church of Moorhead from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Christian Life Center. Call 233-3848 for more information. Thursday, May 6 Oak Grove Lutheran School is holding an Open House for its Middle & High School, located at 124 North Terrace in Fargo, on Thursday, May 6 from 7-8 p.m. Admissions Open Houses are information sessions about Oak Grove. Families learn details about academics, campus ministry, unique programs, student life and extracurricular activities. Participants have an opportunity to meet Oak Grove administrators, teachers and staff, as well as hear current parents and students share their Oak Grove experience. Contact Oak Grove’s Admissions Office at 701.373.7114 or visit Oak Grove Lutheran Schools for more information. Friday, May 7 Oak Grove Lutheran School is holding an Open House for its Elementary School, located at 2720 32nd Avenue South in Fargo, on Friday, May 7 from 5-6 p.m. Admissions Open Houses are information sessions about Oak Grove. Families learn details about academics, campus ministry, unique programs, student life and extracurricular activities. Participants have an opportunity to meet Oak Grove administrators, teachers and staff, as well as hear current parents and students share their Oak Grove experience. Contact Oak Grove’s Admissions Office at 701.373.7114 or visit Oak Grove Lutheran Schools for more information. Saturday, July 17, 2010 Steer, Inc. will hold their summer barbeque on Saturday, July 17 at 6 p.m. at First Evangelical Free Church, featuring the Isaacs. October 1, 2010 Steer, Inc. Mission Conference 2010, October 1 and 2 at the Bismarck Ramkota Hotel. Speakers include Ravi Zacarias, Gracia Burnham and Carey Casey. Undated Items Little Lights Preschool, located in Triumph Lutheran Brethren Church, south Moorhead, has a job opening for a part-time administrative assistant. If interested, call Sherry at 233-4048. A Cancer Care Support Group meets at Atonement Lutheran Church, 4601 South University Drive, Fargo on the third Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. This group is designed to provide a confidential atmosphere where cancer patients, cancer survivors and family can discuss the challenges that accompany the illness with others who may have experienced the same challenges. Birthright needs people-men or women- to staff our office hours. Do you have 6 (or more) hours to spare each month? Is God asking you to give a little time each month to provide hope to someone in crisis? Or do you know someone who would be perfect for Birthright and needs a little nudge? Birthright will provide free training beginning Monday, Oct. 12th for three Monday evenings from 6:30-8:30 in the Clay County Family Service Center. Call 291-5799 to register. They are also in need of “Birthright Buddies”- People who feel they aren’t ready to work directly with the clients but would like to help the volunteer on duty . These people are asked to attend the first training session so that they will be comfortable answering telephone calls and greeting clients.
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