Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall 1501 State Street Marshall, MN 56258 10/22/2026 | 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM Note: Come to give blood 10/19-11/22 for a $10 Gift Card by email + 200 bonus points toward Donor Rewards   If you are 17 years of age, 16 with parental consent, in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds you’re eligible to give. Make your appointment to donate by heading to www.redcrossblood.org or give them a call @1-800-RED CROSS.

Prairies Edge Casino-Granite Falls 5616 Prairies Edge Lane Granite Falls, MN 56241 Sponsor: Upper Sioux Community 10/23/2026 | 11:00 AM - 04:00 PM   If you are 17 years of age, 16 with parental consent, in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds you’re eligible to give. Make your appointment to donate by heading to www.redcrossblood.org or give them a call @1-800-RED CROSS.

A hands-on two-night getaway designed to build confidence in farm business, financial strategy, and community leadership—capped at just 19 participants.    Running an agricultural operation takes equal parts passion, grit, and business savvy. To help producers understand the business side of farming, University of Minnesota Extension is bringing back its highly acclaimed Annie’s Project Retreat from Thursday, October 24 to Saturday, October 26, 2026. Held at the scenic Frog Tree Farm north of Verndale, in central Minnesota, this transformative time is specifically tailored for all those involved in agriculture—welcoming everyone from urban growers and rural ranchers to beginner, future and seasoned farmers alike. [...]

Our Savior's Lutheran Church 301 Oak Street Milroy, MN 56263 Sponsor: Milroy Community 10/26/2026 | 02:00 PM - 07:00 PM Note: Come to give blood 10/19-11/22 for a $10 Gift Card by email + 200 bonus points toward Donor Rewards   If you are 17 years of age, 16 with parental consent, in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds you’re eligible to give. Make your appointment to donate by heading to www.redcrossblood.org or give them a call @1-800-RED CROSS.