Thanksgiving workout The Faribault Community Center is offering a Thanksgiving workout session from 5 to 8 a.m. on Thursday before people enjoy their turkey dinner.

Arts and Crafts Show The Faribault Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary will host an Arts and Crafts Show featuring local crafters and artists from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Faribault Knights of Columbus Hall.

Special Olympics fundraiser Special Olympics Faribault is holding a Schwan’s fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Snyders parking lot.

Selly-Navarro receives award Faribault Rotarian Mary Selly-Navarro was bestowed with a Paul Harris Fellowship Award on Wednesday.

SELCO hosting community conversation Southeastern Libraries Cooperating, the southeast Minnesota regional library system based in Rochester, will be hosting a community conversation about the new Arts and Cultural Heritage Library Legacy funding from 4 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 30 at Buckham Memorial Library in the Great Hall.

Spaghetti supper benefit A spaghetti supper benefit for Caylyn Leigh Spencer will be held beginning at 4 p.m. on Saturday at the Eagles in Faribault.

AAUW meeting American Association of University Women will meet at the Faribault Chamber of Commerce on Monday.

Boy Scout Troop 304 open house Boy Scout Troop 304 will be hosting an open house from noon to 1 p.m. on Sunday at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 1207 Prairie Ave, Faribault.

Faribault Hy-Vee donates Smart Board Faribault Hy-Vee store director Alan Shank said parents and friends of about a dozen schools, public and private, in the Faribault area purchased Proctor & Gamble products for six weeks, seeking points to win the Smart Board for their school.

The “Lake Detective” Steve McComas, Faribault native and owner of Blue Water Science in St. Paul, will be the featured speaker at this month’s meeting of the Rice County Coalition of Lakes Association.

Dad’s Belgian Waffle Breakfast McKinley Early Childhood Center will host a Belgian Waffle Breakfast and Silent Auction from 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday at the Elks Banquet Room, 131 N. Lyndale Ave. in Faribault.

Paradise Community Theatre auditions For the first time in its history, the Paradise Community Theatre is adding performances of one-act plays to its annual schedule.

Pavers for Veterans Memorial The Rice County Veterans Memorial Expansion Project committee is selling 8-inch by 20-inch granite pavers to raise money for building the Veterans Memorial.

Minnesota Beef Expo The 10th annual Minnesota Beef Expo was held Oct. 15-28 at the Minnesota State Fairgounds in St. Paul.

“Feisty Lydia” wins award The results are in for the 2009 USA National Book Award.

Ruth’s House annual meeting Ruth’s House will be holding their annual meeting on Nov. 23 at the outreach office located in Fourth Avenue United Methodist Church, 219 Fourth Ave. N.W., Faribault.

Musical instrument collection The second annual citywide musical instrument collection will be taking place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Nov. 25 at the northeast doors of the Faribault High School. The collection will help students in the Faribault School District with an opportunity to be involved in the program even if they might not have been able to pay for the instrument.

Common household hazards for your pets Pets love to get into things! You would be amazed at the things that are ingested by an animal. Sometimes I am not even sure how they swallowed things! Following is a short list of things that could be a problem for your pets if ingested: Dr. Heidi Buytaert

Spaghetti dinner A spaghetti dinner will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 22 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Morristown.

Rifle and Pistol Club Gun Show The 35th annual Faribault Rifle and Pistol Club Gun Show will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 21 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 at the National Guard Armory, North Industrial Park, Faribault.

Robinson Crusoe The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe will be presented by the Missoula Children’s Theatre at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 20 and 3 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Faribault Lutheran School, Trinity Campus.

5K Turkey Trot to benefit Infants Remembered in Silence Runners and walkers are asked to participate in the Infants Remembered in Silence (IRIS) 5K Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 26 at the Shattuck-St. Mary Sports Complex, 1000 Shumway Ave., Faribault.

Morristown Historical Society Open House The Morristown Historical Society is hosting its annual open house from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24 at the Morristown Community Center.

Auction raises $26,000 for Cannon Valley Lutheran High School Jean Schmidtke, chairman of the Cannon Valley Lutheran High School Auction Night, presents Doug Mierow, administrator of CVLHS, a check for $26,000.

RCCCA training The Rice County Child Care Association will hold its monthly training 9-11 a.m. on Saturday at the McKinley Early Childhood Building, 930 Fourth Ave. N.W., Faribault.

Poultry Bingo The 4th Degree Knights of Columbus members are sponsoring Poultry Bingo on Sunday at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 17 Third St. N.E., Faribault, with doors opening at 12:30 p.m.

Fundraisers at Boston’s Boston’s Pizza of Faribault is holding donation evenings during the nine weeks before Christmas in addition to its other events during the year.

Cannon Valley Youth Orchestra Cannon Valley Youth Orchestra will present a fall concert at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 23 at Emmaus Baptist Church in Northfield.

Pizza and Pages at the library

SAFE Sanctuary pet adoption SAFE Sanctuary animal rescue group will be holding a pet adoption event from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday inside the east doors of the Faribo West Mall.

Red Cross names new executive director The American Red Cross welcomes new executive director, Angela Storch, to its Rice/Le Sueur County Chapter.

Lifeguarding course The Faribault Parks and Recreation Department will be offering a Red Cross lifeguard class. This course is 31 hours long and will be held at the Faribault Community Center, 15 W. Division St., Faribault. Class times and dates are 4-8 p.m. Dec. 1 and 3; 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 5; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 6; 4-8 p.m. Dec. 8 and 10; and 8 a.m.-noon Dec. 12.

Food distribution Harvest Church International, 2627 Second Ave. N.W., is bringing two truckloads of onions, potatoes, mixed salads and other vegetables, fruits, dairy products, breads and meat to Faribault on Saturday. Interested families and individuals should come to the church between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Distribution will be on a first-come, first-serve basis until the food is gone.

Winkelman awarded scholarship Amanda Winkelman, an employee at St. Lucas Care Center, was presented with a scholarship from the Care Providers of Minnesota Foundation, an association of older adult services professionals.

FARE to meet The Faribault Area Retired Educators will meet Monday at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.

Fraser and Haas to perform Shattuck-St. Mary’s School in Faribault presents a concert of Scottish fiddle and cello music featuring Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas this week as part of the school’s acclaimed Acoustic Roots Music Series.

Aglow to meet The Faribault Lighthouse of Aglow International will meet Friday at the Double “D” Diner (also known as Truckers Inn), located on North Highway 21 in Faribault. The meeting begins at 9:30 a.m. Coffee and cookies will be available.

Ruth’s House needs Ruth’s House needs the following items: warm gloves, mittens, hats and scarves, antibacterial spray and wipes, copy paper, manila envelopes (6x9, 10x13, 4 3/4x11), paper towels, toilet tissue, dish detergent, and laundry detergent. Volunteers are needed for occasional transportation.

Saturday Smart Factory programs Join a River Bend Nature Center naturalist from 1 to 3 p.m. on Nov. 21 and 28 for a new program titled “Saturday Smart Factory.”

Mind Your Feeder River Bend Nature Center will offer a new program called “Mind Your Feeder” from 9 to 11 a.m. on Nov. 21.

‘Pack the Pantry for the Hungry’ Family practice chiropractors across the country are banding together this holiday season to “Pack the Pantry for the Hungry” and support needy families in their communities. Hoisington Family Chiropractic, during the weeks of Nov. 9-24, are holding “Pack the Pantry for the Hungry” days in an effort to raise food donations for the hungry while providing reduced health services and evaluations. The public may attend between 9 a.m. and noon on Nov. 16, and take advantage of free health and wellness information, free spinal screenings and information regarding good health through chiropractic care.

Build a fly-through feeder Join local woodworking artist Penny Malecha from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 14 for a fun, family class on building fly-through feeders. (Note the change of date.)

Christian Women’s Connection luncheon The Faribault Christian Women’s Connection will hold its November luncheon at noon Tuesday in the Faribault Moose Lodge, 1810 Fourth St. N.W.

George finishes basic training Air Force Airman Geoff M. George graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.

‘Kaleidoscope Kids’ Faribault Area Hospice is hosting a new program, “Kaleidoscope Kids — A Family Night to Remember,” to help grieving children during the holidays.

Job Club The Minnesota Workforce Center offers a Job Club for all interested job seekers from 10 to 11 a.m. every Monday at the Faribault Buckham Memorial Library, second floor.

Saturday Stroll River Bend Nature Center will offer a program called “Saturday Stroll” from 10 to 11 a.m. on Nov. 14.

Fritz re-election committee hosts dance The Patti Fritz re-election committee will be hosting an Olde Tyme Dance featuring the Minnesota German Band from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the Vintage Ballroom above Bernie’s Grill in downtown Faribault. Admission will be a $10 donation to the Fritz re-election campaign. She is seeking re-election as state representative for District 26B.

Grabitske presents program David Grabitske, Minnesota historian and author, will present a program on “Six Miles From St. Paul: The Family and Society of Sarah Jane Sibley,” the first book ever published by The Friends of the Sibley Historic Site. The program will begin at 2 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the Rice County Historical Society’s Museum, 1814 Second Ave. N.W., Faribault.

March of Dimes Jail and Bail Dozens of Faribault-area residents will be jailed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov.17 at Bashers Sports Bar and Grill, 1802 Fourth St. N.W., Faribault. June Howard from the March of Dimes will be the sheriff. She can be contacted at 507-282-0649. The sheriff spokesperson is Danielle Prenevost, dprenevost@marchofdimes.com, 952-835-3033 ext. 303.

Core-Swing Golf Lessons The revolutionary new Core Swing Connection is a golf instruction and exercise system that trains the body to produce a powerfully-balanced and consistent golf swing.

Jefferson Jaguars Cakes and Eggs The Jefferson Jaguars will be hosting their second annual Cakes & Eggs Breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Nov. 15 at the Eagles Club, 2027 Grant St. N.W., Faribault.

Relay for Life meeting The Cancer Society’s Relay for Life Committee meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 23 at Boston’s Restaurant, 125 First Ave. N.E.

Zwagerman speaks at library Faribault Senior High School journalism instructor and “Girl From Ames” Kelly Zwagerman recently spoke to a crowd of 60 interested readers at Buckham Memorial Library.

Level 3 sex offender The release of a Level 3 sex offender understandably is cause for concern. Parents need to know that both children and adults are more likely to be victimized by someone they know than a stranger, say advocates who work to prevent sexual assault, domestic violence and child abuse.

Bunco Party fundraiser Chapter AR PEO will be holding a fundraiser Bunco party at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Congregational Parish House, 222 Third Ave. N.W., Faribault.

Mass of Remembrance

Committee Rally Day Rice County Habitat for Humanity needs volunteers.

Support for Hope Center Pat Longevim of the Faribault Kiwanis Club was proud to present a check to the Hope Center.

FHS Class of 1954 The Faribault High School Class of 1954 held its 55th reunion Sept. 18 at the American Legion in Faribault.

“Fire in Minnesota” The Rice County Safety Council will meet 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on Nov. 11 at the Northfield Hospital, 2000 N. Ave., Northfield.

Little People/Big People program The 3- and 4-year-olds won’t want to miss the November session of Little People/Big People from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Nov. 14 at River Bend Nature Center.

Nature Tykes program River Bend Nature Center will continue its nature playgroup program, Nature Tykes, with the November session from 9 to 10 a.m. on Nov. 14.

Ruth’s House Needs Ruth’s House needs the following items:

Cannon Valley Civil War Roundtable The next meeting of the Cannon Valley Civil War Roundtable is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Nov. 19 at the Faribault Community Center, 15 W. Division St., Faribault.

Fran Miller to speak at library Buckham Memorial Library will be presenting a free program with Francis (Fran) Miller, the author of “Knights in Shining Blue Serge: the History of the Faribault Police Department” beginning at 7 p.m. on Nov. 12.

Bagels and Birds program River Bend Nature Center will offer the monthly program called “Bagels and Birds” from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Nov. 7.

Library closed for Nov. holidays Buckham Memorial Library will be closed Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. The library will reopen with regular hours on Nov. 12. The Library will also be closed Nov. 26 in observance of Thanksgiving Day and will reopen with regular hours on Nov. 27.

Dad’s Belgian Waffle Brunch A Dad’s Belgian Waffle Brunch will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 8 at Trinity Lutheran in Janesville. This is a fundraiser for Cannon Valley Lutheran High School.

‘Coffee Time’ Series The Faribault Senior Center will host Tracy McBroom, Rice County’s Veterans’ Services officer, at 10 a.m. Tuesday for an informal hour of conversation. People are encouraged to come and learn about her background and work as the Veterans’ Services officer. They may also share a conversation about their own military service. No preregistration or Senior Center membership is required.

Timberwolves event had many helpers A couple of Sundays ago Glenda and I hosted a Minnesota Timberwolves event at the high school.

Thanks for pancake breakfast help On behalf of the Roosevelt Elementary PTO, thank you to all of the volunteers that helped make the pancake breakfast at the Knights of Columbus this past Sunday a success.

Thanks for help with fundraiser The Faribault Gymnastics Club would like to thank all the families who came to our fundraiser that was on Oct. 16. It was a great success!

Dog Park opens New friendships were made, both canine and human, on Oct. 19 at the opening of Faribault’s new Off-Leash Dog Park at White Sands.

Madow honored for service The 40th annual Sertoma Banquet was held Oct. 13 at the Faribault Golf Club.

Telescopes and Taurids program Join a River Bend Nature Center naturalist at 7 p.m. Thursday for a new program titled “Telescopes and Taurids.”

HOPE Center needs The HOPE Center of Faribault is in need of the following items:

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Program for families with elders “Holiday Visits – Caring Conversations: Tips for Identifying Needs and Planning Ahead With Family Elders” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Faribault Area Senior Center.

Just Past Full Moon Night Hike Join a River Bend Nature Center naturalist for a Just Past Full Moon Night Hike at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Keller Club The Keller Club will meet for Mass at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday in Immaculate Conception Church, followed by brunch at Bernie’s Grill, 129 N. Central Ave., Faribault.

District One luncheon District One Hospital’s retiree and former employee luncheon will be held at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 5 in the lower-level Classroom B of the hospital.

FLS Women’s Night Out Faribault Lutheran School is holding a Women’s Night Out from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Peace South Campus, 213 Sixth Ave. S.W.

Youth basketball registrations The Faribault Parks and Recreation Community Center is taking registrations for grades three and four youth basketball.

Montgomery-Lonsdale classes Montgomery-Lonsdale Community Education is offering the following classes:

Eagles Family Bingo and Poultry Party The Faribault Eagles Auxiliary will host a Family Bingo and Poultry Night on Nov. 6 at the Faribault Eagles Club, 2027 Grant St. Bingo will be played starting at 7 p.m., with proceeds going to fund the Citywide Children’s Christmas Party. The Auxiliary will serve a light lunch of sloppy joes, hot dogs, chips and bars beginning at 6 p.m.

Hunting for a cure Premier Bank in Faribault is once again supporting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s 18th annual Costume for a Cure fundraiser.

Disability Matters Town Hall Forum Advance the lives of people with disabilities and gain valuable advocacy tools at the Disability Matters Town Forum from 6 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 5 at Buckham Memorial Library, 11 E. Division St., in Faribault.

FHS royalty to be honored at parade Newly anointed Faribault High School homecoming king Ryan Dwyer, who was crowned at Monday’s coronation, will be the center of attention 2 p.m. Friday when the high school has its pep fest and parade through downtown. He will be joined by queen Shelby Dwyer.