A hometown newspaper with a local office, local owners & lots of local news
A hometown newspaper with a local office, local owners & lots of local news
The Carlton VFW 2962 Auxiliary’s rummage sale was a big success thanks to the 125 individuals and families who donated items for the sale. Thank you to the 47 community members and CIP crew who worked several days setting out items for the sale. The proceeds of $11,775.08 will be divided between the post and the auxiliary to help benefit veterans and their families in the area. Circle the dates for next year: Sept. 8-9, 2023.
There are plenty more upcoming events:
• Suicide awareness memorial walk 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 at Carlton High School.
• The annual $7 Buck Breakfast 7:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Carlton VFW. Proceeds will benefit the Carlton VFW and the Carlton County DAV.
• Pannukakku (Finnish oven pancake) and sausage breakfast 8-11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 10 at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 204 Fifth St., Carlton. Adult $8, age 6 and under $4. Come support this scholarship fundraiser and enjoy some Finnish pancakes.
• Carlton VFW Post 2962 customer appreciation day. Free food and beer specials Saturday, Oct.15.
• No school Oct. 20-21, MEA.
• Carlton Area Lions burger night 5-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at the Carlton VFW.
• Blood drive Friday, Oct. 28 at Carlton High School. Contact Denise at 218-384-4226, ext. 110 to sign up.
• Veterans Day program at 5 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at Carlton VFW Post 2962.
• Carlton High School baseball turkey bingo 6 p.m. Nov. 19 at Carlton High School.
• No school Nov. 23-25, Thanksgiving break.
• Downtown Carlton Trick or Treat 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29. Put on your best costume and join the fun!
• Carlton area toy drive Nov. 12 through Dec. 10. Collection boxes will be available at local businesses. Please donate a new unwrapped toy or gift card for children ages 17 and under. Happy shopping!
Everyone have a great day! And be safe, wear a mask (if needed), wash your hands and get vaccinated.
If you know of a special community event in Carlton or of a special person who should be recognized, please contact Leola Rodd at 218-310-6065 or [email protected].
