Out & About Community Events

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From page 1 season. If he could get out on GOVERNMENT IREC fitness center orien- Isle Area Food Shelf 3rd MSA Vet’s Club meeting - Bridge: Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Holiday bake sale: Sat. Kids support group: Mon-
From page 1 the lake, he was fishing.
tation: 3rd Thurs., IREC. Mon., 1-3 p.m., Isle Fire Hall. 3rd Thurs., 7 p.m. Flagship. Dec. 18 at the Kanabec Histo- days, 6:45-7:45 p.m., Center
STUCK! Kuduk Kuduk has been featured in
Onamia City Council meet-
ing: 2nd Wednesday, 6 p.m. at
the Onamia City Hall.
(320) 676-3032 or 676-1050.
Ray of Light support
Garrison food shelf: every
Tues. and Thurs., 1-5 p.m.,
Mille Lacs Lake Communi-
ty Library book discussion:
AA meeting: Thursdays, 7
p.m. at Crosier Comm. Center.
ry Center, Mora, 10 a.m.-4
p.m. (320) 679-1665.
for Life Transitions, Sauk
Rapids. Helping children and
a plethora of outdoor publi- group for survivors of sexual Community Alliance Church. 3rd Thurs., 7 p.m. Mille Lacs Open meeting. Game night and jam ses- parents develop healthy cop-
Within 15 minutes, Piepgras was there to assist. Garrison City Council assault: Thur., 3-5 p.m. at the (320) 692-5399. Lake Community Library, 285 AA meeting: Thursdays, 7 sion: 3rd Sat., 7-10 p.m. Kan- ing skills and connect with
He pulled on his heavy leather gloves and after mov- Kuduk has been guiding on cations, and he is a regular meeting: 1st Thursday, 7 p.m., Mille Lacs Health System Onamia Food Pantry: every 2nd Ave. S., Isle. (320) 676- p.m., Sacred Heart Church, abec History Center, Mora. others experiencing a separa-
ing the trash can, was able to release the turtle Mille Lacs for over 30 years. guest on outdoor talk radio Garrison Activity Center. Hospital, 200 Elm St. N., Mon. & Wed., 12-5 p.m.; 3929 or email mlmail@ecr- Wahkon. Open meeting last (320) 679-1665. tion/divorce. Only one parent
He worked a launch out of shows. He makes television Isle EDA meeting: 4th Onamia, east conference room. every Thurs., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. lib.org for upcoming book dis- Thurs. of each month. NAMI support group: may accompany children.
from his predicament. After safely securing Thursday of month, 5 p.m. Offered by Pearl Crisis Center. Isle Clothes Closet: Mon- cussions, pickup times. Narcotics Anonymous Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Morrison (320) 529-0427.
Westshore Resort for Mark appearances as well.
the animal, the officer gave a little educa- and Jackie Dorn, guided out “Kuduk is a great guy with
City Hall. Call (320) 982-2901 or (800) days, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., IREC. Lakes & Pines Board meet- (NA) meeting: Sundays, 7 County Drop-in Center, Little Adult separated/divorced
Isle Zoning meeting: 1st 522-2055 for more info. School supplies available. ing: 3rd Mon., 10 a.m., central p.m., downstairs, Crosier Cen- Falls. Support group for adults support group: Mondays, 7-
tional workshop to the three observers. of a small boat when he had a big heart,” said Mark Monday, 5 p.m., Isle City New to Medicare sessions: Donations welcome. Needs: office facility, 1700 Maple ter. suffering from mental illness. 8:30 p.m., Caritas Family
The turtle was in fact a male, and some free time and plowed Mohawk, long-time friend Council Chambers. Ongoing, held in Onamia, School supplies, All clothing, Ave. East, Mora. (320) 632-5622. Services, St. Cloud. (320)
by counting the ring markings on ice roads in the winter. and owner of North Star Onamia Planning Commis-
sion: 1st Monday, 6 p.m., City
Mora, Sandstone and Prince- infants-size 8. Jackets, hoodies Isle Days committee meet- SENIORS ––––––––––––––––––––––– 529-0427 or (320) 650-1660.
ton. For dates & to register call of all sizes, clothes infant-size ing: 3rd Mon., 7 p.m., Isle –––––––––––––––––––––––
the shell, Piepgras was able to Kuduk didn’t confine his Resort. “This couldn’t have Hall. (800) 333-2433, leave name & 10, personal products, baby View Apartments. All wel- Pickle Ball is back: Tues. &
determine the turtle was about 7 guiding to just the open water happened to a nicer guy.” Wahkon City Council telephone number. equipment, blankets and come. Thurs. 12:30 - 3 p.m. at the
years old. The officer then meeting: 2nd Monday, 6 p.m., Sexual assault support dressers. Items must be in ROCK (Raising our chil- IREC, Isle.
Wahkon City Hall. group: Thursdays, 3-5 p.m., good condition. (320) 676- dren’s kids – or other rela- CardioFit SilverSneakers
showed the turtle’s Mille Lacs County Board Mille Lacs Health System, east 1050 to drop off items or 676- tive’s): 3rd Mon. of the month at Fitness Program: Mon. &
mouth and meeting: 1st, 3rd and 4th conference room. (320) 982- 3572 or 676-3101. the IREC Community Room, 9- Wed. 9-10 a.m. IREC gym.
explained how Tuesdays, 9 a.m. Mille Lacs 2901 or (800) 952-2025. 10 a.m. Call (320) 676-1050 for Total body conditioning to On/Off Sale • Main St • Isle • 676-3186
County Courthouse. TOPS meeting: every Tues- ORGANIZATIONS information. increase strength & muscular
powerful it is Isle City Council meeting: day, weigh-in, 8:15-8:55 a.m.; Women’s abuse support endurance. Fitness Center
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and how snap-
ping turtles
2nd Tuesday, 7 p.m., Isle City
Center.
meeting, 9-10 a.m., Isle Bap-
tist Church. (320) 676-1420.
Mille Lacs Tea Party
Patriots monthly meeting:
group: Thursdays, 8:30-10
a.m. Pearl Crisis Center office,
(320) 676-3032, 2-6 p.m.
MSROM SilverSneakers



Soil and Water Conserva- Blood pressure clinic: Sat., Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m. at Milaca. (800) 933-6914, (320) Fitness Program: Tues. &
this size are tion District board meetings:
2nd Tuesday, 5:30 p.m., 1016
every Tuesday, 9 a.m.-noon, Princeton Library. Potluck
dinner. Bring a food shelf
982-2901. Thurs., 9-10 a.m. IREC Fitness    "  
quite danger- Onamia Senior Center. Gamblers Anonymous Center. Fitness Center (320)
5th Street SE, Milaca. Drums Alive: Tuesdays & item. Everyone welcome. meeting: Tuesdays. at 7 p.m., 676-3032 between 2-6 p.m.   

ous. He proceeded to Thursdays, 5-6 p.m., Onamia (763) 286-5359 Holy Cross Center. Call Clem Senior Game Time:
inspect the animal for HEALTH Fitness Center. Mille Lacs Area Human for more information at (320) Wednesdays, 12:30-3 p.m., O f f S al e c lo s in g 8 pm o n
Rights Commission meet- 532-5067. IREC. Martha (320) 676-1050.
any damage or injury
from being in the tight
Job loss support group: 1st
and 3rd Wed., Catholic Chari-
MISC. ings: 3rd Wednesday, 12-2
p.m., ROC, Onamia.
AA meeting: Mondays, 7:30 Hand & foot games:
Wednesdays, 1 p.m., Onamia
C h r i s t m a s E ve & c l o s e d D e c . 2 5 .
p.m., Garrison Community
spot. After determining ties Center for Life Transi-
tions, Sauk Rapids. (320) 529-
Onamia Area Friends of McGrath Historical Com- Center. Senior Center. For lunch B a r O pe n a t No o n D e c. 25
the Library summer hours: mittee, Inc. meetings: 3rd AA meeting: Mondays. 7 before, Call (320) 532-3885.
the animal, now named 0427. Tuesdays 1-7 p.m., Saturdays Wed., 1 p.m., Vie’s Place,

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p.m., Bethesda Lutheran Garrison bridge: Thurs-
ROCky, was fine, he Sleep apnea support 10 a.m.-4 p.m. East Central McGrath. Church, Malmo. Tom (320) days. Lunch: noon, bridge: 1
group: 3rd Thurs., Westside Regional Library Link hours, Harvest of the Earth din- p.m. (218) 678-3932 or (512)
transported it to a safe 532-3982.


Church, Aitkin. Saturday only. (320) 532- ners: 3rd Wed., 6-7 p.m., Holy Alanon meeting: Mondays, 431-4835.
location on Lake Onamia. Mille Lacs County Local 5210. Cross Center, Onamia. No 7 p.m., Bethesda Lutheran
Advisory Council for Mental Recycling at Mille Lacs cost, no obligation, all wel- OTHER
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SUBMITTED PHOTOS Church, Malmo. Carol (218)
Health (LAC) meeting: 3rd
Left: Steve Piepgras, manager of Thurs., 1 p.m., family service,
County Hwy. Maintenance
Shop, Onamia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.,
come.
VFW Auxiliary #955 Club
678-3563. COMMUNITIES
AA meeting: Tuesdays, 8
Mille Lacs Wildlife Management Milaca. 1st and 3rd Sat. meets: 3rd Thurs., 7 p.m.,
Area, freed the snapper. ––––––––––––––––––––––– ––––––––––––––––––––––– Vet’s Club, Onamia.
p.m., Methodist Church,
Onamia.
Christmas Boutique: Dec. New Year’s Eve Drink Specials
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 a.m.-4 p.m. Kanabec History
• Party Favors


  Jack’s Shack Center Coin School. Call (320)
679-1665.
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Saturday, Dec. 18
The turtle was in fact a male, and by counting the ring markings on the PANCAKE ‘Ugly Sweater’ contest
shell, Piepgras was able to determine the turtle was about 7 years old. PHOTO BY ROB PASSONS BREAKFAST JNH Band 7-11pm
 




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M I N S E A Watch the game on Aitkin Lanes– Lazer bowling for all ages, New Year’s Eve & New Year's Night,
A R R E S T S P A L A T E Wednesdays: 2 big screen TVs 7pm-10pm. $4 per person, includes shoes. Call for reservations 218-927-6701. Full
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Drink specials. Reservations recommended. Call for details. Wahkon, 320-495-3600.
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Every Friday & Saturday 5:00 til gone
Eat in or Buzzies On The Bay- New Year's Eve Prime Rib Buffet $16.95, 5-10pm. Buffet
take out!Authentic Smoked Texas incl. prime rib and much more with full dessert/salad bar. Other New Year's Spe-
Onamia Vet's Club Inc. Style includes
BBQ choicesmoked pulled pork
of 2 sides: • Baked Beans
cials also available. Karaoke, Fri. 12/31 at 8:30. Champagne & party favors at mid-
PHOTOS BY EDEE CONNER
VFW #955 • American Legion #395 • Cole Slaw • Potato Salad • Texas Toast night. Open Juke Box Sat. night. Please call for more info. and reservations for
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Caring For An Older Person? Heather Tideman and Pat PRIME RIB SPECIALS SOUNDWAVE KARAOKE Izatys Resort- $99 per couple includes fablous dinner choices and unlimited tap
Coomes watched intently as Every Thurs.: Every Wed. FRI. & SAT. NITES Fri.& Sat. Nites 8pm beer or rail drinks all night! Entertainment by The Bill & Tom Show and champagne
5-8 pm:
their son Alan was shooting a
free throw during the Isle sev-
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Support And Assistance enth grade game Dec. 2 against Dinner 1.50 $
Dining Room BREAKFAST SERVED every Sun. 2 pm
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Oglivie. The game was tied with
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Is Available To You. only a few seconds left in over-
time as he took the shot. It Kitchen Closed Sun., Mon. & Tues.:
Open Fri. Sat. 5-9 BAR MENU every day Sunday, Dec. 19:
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