NR-H class of 1978 reunion set for Saturday
The 35-year class reunion for the New Richland-Hartland graduating class of 1978 will be held Saturday, July 13. It will start at 4 p.m. before the parade starts and will be held at the Kris (Meyer) and Loren Schlaak home, 218 Division St. W., New Richland MN. There is no cost, but please BYOB, lawn chairs, and memories. Prior classmates are also welcome.
Spinners sought for world record attempt
FCA of Waseca is attempting to break a world record at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at the Waseca County Fair. The goal is to break the record for most people spinning a basketball on their finger at the same time — 105-plus people. If you can spin for more than 10 seconds, you qualify. If not, there’s still time to learn. For help, see the Web site www.minnesotaFCA.org/hwh-spinning-event. To register or for more information contact John Conway at (507) 461-4379.
Community Education trip to Chanhassen August 10
NRHEG Community Education is sponsoring a trip to Chanhassen to see Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on Saturday, August 10. This highly upbeat musical is based upon the familiar Bible story of Joseph found in Genesis Chapter 39. It is an enjoyable, secularized, modern-telling of the story suitable for all ages. A delicious meal is included in the cost. We will leave the Ellendale School at 9:20 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. The cost is $70 if registered by July 10, $80 after that date if seats are still available. Register by sending your information and money to NRHEG Community Education, 306 Ash Ave. S, New Richland, MN 56072 or call Marilyn Dobberstein at (507) 684-3913.
Farmamerica to again host farm camp
Farmers, farm organizations, local agribusinesses and volunteers have joined together to organize and host the second annual “Farm Camp Minnesota” for youth. This event is open to youth entering grades 3-6. This one-day camp will be held twice, Monday, August 12 and Tuesday, August 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Farmamerica in Waseca. Cost is $10 per camper. Lunch and snacks are provided, and every camper will receive a T-shirt and fun bag. Space is limited. Registration will close July 31 or when full. For more information call 507-835-2052.
Room remains on bus for trip to Twins game
There’s still room on the bus for Central Freeborn Lutheran Church’s 20th Annual Lutheran Night at the Twins set for Monday, August 12. Coach bus leaves at 4 p.m. from Slumberland in Albert Lea. Seats are in Section 315, behind home plate. One person per bus will be selected to go on the field to lead in singing the National Anthem. For reservations, contact Bob or Genie Hanson at (507) 373-8655 or Wayne or Bev Indrelie at (507) 826-3267.
