Lifestyle
School Fun!
Northside Elementary had their own fun last week, to celebrate the end of testing classes were able to go outside and enjoy inflatables. Sarah Bunich On Friday students at the high and middle school participated in a color triathlon.
Community Calendar
Tuesday: Rotary Club, 12:10 to 1:10 p.m. Wednesday: Sertoma 12 to 1 p.m.
Teachers’ lessons
When I was ordained, all of my elementary school teachers, except the one who moved away after just one year in our district, were present for the occasion. So was the elementary school librarian. My mom taught in my school district for many years, so that probably accounts for the line of teachers in the photos of that day. Three of my college professors and instructors were there, too. And probably my 8th grade English teacher, though to be honest I’m not sure about her. I know she was in Hanska, many years later, when I was installed as minister at Nora Unitarian Universalist Church.
Watonwan County Relay for Life kickoff
Summer is almost here which means it is time for the Watonwan Relay for Life kick off. This year the kickoff will be a breakfast fundraiser at the St.
Poppy Day
The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. It reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by our veterans while protecting our freedoms.
St. James Community Education honors two long time workers
Deb Wojtalewicz is retiring as the St. James Adult Basic Education Instructor. Tom Losey, who has been volunteering to help with the ABE classes to assist Deb, will also be retiring at the end of May.
Memories popping up
May seems to be the month of Facebook memories for me. If you have Facebook you know what I am talking about. For those of you who might not know what I am talking about Facebook has this feature where it looks back each day on what you posted or were tagged in they call these memories. Fitting I know.
Artist of the Week
This week’s Artist of the Week is 4th grader and Madagascar musical cast member Knox Barrett. Parents Avery and Jeff Barrett What is your favorite part of the Madagascar musical? Singing Favorite acting moment? When I get to do the “worm” in the musical.
Uniting Cultures “Who we are, How we got here”
Uniting Cultures is seeking volunteers from the community to participate in the oral history portion of its “Who We Are, How We Got Here” long-range project, being carried out in collaboration and support with UM Morris through the Southwest Regional Sustainable Partnership. The goals of the oral history portion of the project are to record the voices of the St. James community, and to keep the cultures and stories of its residents alive by preserving the memory and cultural identity of individuals and families.
Senior Citizen Spotlight: Marion Edgar Style
My interview this month is with Marion Edgar Style. As we honor our local volunteers, Marion is a great volunteer. She is truly a Hometown Hero. Over the years, she has received many awards for being so generous with her time. She has been a very active and always giving back to the community.