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Technology Safety Toolbox with Nickie Welsh Social Club Simple adult enrichment instructor Nickie Welsh will search technology safety for parents with young children from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 13, in a Zoom meeting. This practical training class is designed to equip busy parents with essential tools and knowledge to keep their little ones safe in an increasingly connected world. Parents will gain tips and strategies for managing technology use, protecting privacy, and fostering a safe digital environment for young children. Registration is required, costs $25, closes March ...

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Kiwanis to meet Wednesday Early Risers Kiwanis of Fairmont will gather for their weekly breakfast at 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5, at The Ranch restaurant in Fairmont. A meeting at 6:50 a.m. will follow. The speaker of the meeting will be Minilik Mersha of Hometown Place. ER Kiwanis is looking forward to hearing about the renovation of the former Bell Motel and the establishment of Hometown Place. The public is invited to attend. Cancer Support Group for March meeting The Lutz Cancer Center in Fairmont will offer a Cancer Support Group at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4 at Mayo ...

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Play Café brewing at the library Play Café will meet at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4 at the Martin County Library in Fairmont. The program is for children ages zero to five and their adult caregiver(s). There is no cost to attend and pre-registration is not required for Play Café. The program will be held every Tuesday through April 29. For additional information, contact the Martin County Library in Fairmont at (507) 238-4207. 3M retirees for Tuesday meal 3M retirees will gather for lunch at noon on Tuesday, March 4 at the Green Mill restaurant in Fairmont. American Legion to ...

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Sherburn Lions Club for weekend breakfast The Sherburn Lions Club will have its Lion’s Pancake Breakfast event from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 2, at the Martin County West High School in Sherburn. A free-will donation si encouraged. Proceeds from the event will help fund the Sherburn Holiday Festival Parade. The menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage and beverages. The Lions will accept old glasses and hearing aid donations. Girls Swish Squad Girls' basketball classes will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturdays from March 8 to March 29 at the Five Lakes Gym in ...

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Wednesday coffee at the Chubb House The historic Chubb House in Fairmont is open from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays for coffee and more. Stop in to learn more about the first and only brick home in Martin County, and the man who built it in 1867 for his family; Dr. Orville P. Chubb. Get acquainted with Fairmont’s rich history and the volunteers who have worked hard to preserve this building. For additional information or to view weather cancellations, visit the official Chubb House Facebook Page. Kiwanis to meet Early Risers Kiwanis of Fairmont will gather for their weekly breakfast ...

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Free community meal at UCC Join First Congregational United Church of Christ for a free community meal at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at the First Congregational UCC in downtown Fairmont. The menu includes spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, breadsticks, cupcakes, and beverages. All are welcome. Informational day at MLHS New students and their families are invited to ‘Getting to Know You Night’ at Martin Luther High School at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Students will give tours, current parents will be on hand to answer questions, classrooms will be open, teachers will be ...