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Senior Surf Computer Class

Start Date:	May 21, 2013	Start Time:	8:00 AM
End Date:	May 21, 2013	End Time:	10:00 AM

Seniors - Are You Interested in Learning Some Basics About Computers? The Bemidji Public Library continues to offer the Senior Surf computer training classes. If you have always wanted to learn about computers and how to access the internet..now is your opportunity. Join others in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere where you can learn new things about Medicare, Social Security, fun websites to check out information, etc. Space is limited so you will need to call the Library (218) 751-3963...

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Start Date:	May 22, 2013
End Date:	Jun 26, 2013

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a class designed to provide you (the Family Caregiver) with the skills you need to take care of yourself. To register by May20th contact Missy at 333-8266. Classes consist of six, 90-minute sessions held weekly: Wednesdays (May 22nd - June 26th) from 10:00am - 11:30am at PrimeWest Building (3124 Hannah Ave, Bemidji) Cost: $25.00 (includes all 6 classes & the Caregiver Helpbook) Scholarships available upon request.

Senior Provider Meetings

Start Date:	May 30, 2013	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	May 30, 2013

These provider meetings can be highly informative and keep us all up to date with what's going on in senior services development. The next meeting will be hosted by Lutheran Social Services Senior Corps at noon on May 30, 2013 at the Bemidji Food Shelf located at 1260 Industrial Park Dr. SE. If you are interested in attending meetings or would like more information, please contact Katie with Northwoods Caregivers at 218-333-8262. Meetings are held at noon the last Thursdays of every other...

When Treasures Become a Hazard: Hoading Forum

Start Date:	Jun 4, 2013	Start Time:	8:30 AM
End Date:	Jun 4, 2013	End Time:	4:00 PM

Hoarding is an issue that affects many areas of a community. Beltrami County invites you to participate in a forum on this topic at the Sanford Center Registration Fee: $45.00 per person. Registration Due: May 17, 2013 . Make payment to: Beltrami County Health and Human Services Mail registration and fee to: Beltrami County Health and Human Services Finance Department, 616 America Avenue NW Bemidji, MN 56601

Interagency Networking Meeting

Start Date:

Jun 12, 2013

Start Time:

9:30 AM

Interagency meetings are open to anyone wishing to learn or share information about local services. Providers are asked to bring brochures, flyers and verbal information about their agency services. There is a facilitated conversation with the ability to ask questions and share event information. If you have questions or would like to be added to the e-mail reminder list contact Beth at 333-6856 or BWarrick@crcinform.org Getting onto the e-mail reminder list is important as the meetings...

Chairs for Charity

Start Date:

Jun 15, 2013

Start Time:

6:00 PM

Village of Hope will be hosting a Dinner Gala and Auction at the Bemidji Town and Country Club. Social Hour 6:00-7:00pm, Dinner with Silent Auction at 7:00pm. Please join us as we raise funds to assist families experiencing homelessness. Tickets are $50.00 each. Please contact Sandy Hennum at 751-0722 Ext. 2 to purchase tickets

Bemidji Library Book Festival

Start Date:	Jun 17, 2013
End Date:	Jun 22, 2013

A weeklong celebration of reading and literature with readings by children's authors every day at the Library at 10:30am, writing and illustration workshops at 2:00, adult authors and special presentations every evening at 7:00pm

Indigenous Arts Festival

Start Date:	Jun 28, 2013
End Date:	Jun 29, 2013

This two day event will focus on traditionals arts workshops at the Rail River Folk School, 303 Railroad Street, Bemidji. Local indigenous artists are needed to contribute their talent and expertise and should register by May 15th. Please call 218-407-3909 for more information and application.