People and Events
Mini Monday at the library
Mini Monday for young children and their caregivers will be from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 9, at the Martin County Library in Fairmont. Activities include stories, songs and playtime. For additional information, contact the Martin County Library in Fairmont at (507) 238-4207.
Lego Club pieces together
Lego Club for ages kindergarten and up will be from 5 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 9, at the Martin County Library in Fairmont. Lego bricks will be provided. For additional information, contact the Martin County Library in Fairmont at (507) 238-4207.
CREST Lunch and Learn
The CREST Lunch and Learn will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 9 at the Fairmont Christian Church in Fairmont. The program will feature Stacy Shamblott from the Minnesota State Services for the Blind. Shamblott will present adaptive aids and devices that people with vision difficulties can use to help them perform daily tasks and participate more fully in life. Martin County seniors are invited to bring a friend, and participate in the program, followed by a home-cooked lunch. Please call (507) 235-3833 to RSVP by Friday, Feb. 6. Menu and topics are subject to change. For additional information, follow CREST on Facebook (crest Fairmont). Free-will donations are welcome.
CER Social Media Marketing
Social Club Simple instructor Nickie Welsh will teach a social media business marketing workshop from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10 in a Zoom meeting. In this workshop, participants will learn how to effectively reach target audiences, increase brand awareness and drive engagement across major social media platforms. Registration is required, costs $25, closes Feb. 6 and can be completed on the CER webstore. For additional information, contact CER at (507) 235-3141.
CER Fastbreak Basketball
Fastbreak Basketball for children in grades 2 and 3 will be from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays from Feb. 14 to March 23 (no basketball on Feb. 28). Players will develop essential skills and build confidence on the court through a variety of drills and mini scrimmages. Registration is required, costs $30, closes Feb. 7 and can be completed on the CER webstore. For additional information, contact CER at (507) 235-3141.
CER Posture/Osteoporosis Workshop
Janice Novak will teach a posture and osteoporosis Workshop from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10 in a Zoom meeting. In the class, participants will do exercises to help flatten the upper back, un-round shoulders and flatten your midsection. Learn how to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and how to re-gain bone mass. The class will discuss the latest research findings on nutrition, minerals and trace minerals needed for bone health, foods that help and/or harm your bones and more. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Participants will need a resistance band or tube for some of the exercises. Registration is required, costs $29, closes Feb. 6 and can be completed on the CER webstore. For additional information, contact CER at (507) 235-3141.
