Current Happenings
Donations of gently used books are now being accepted for the Friends of Staples Public Library book sale which is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 19 from 1-5 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 20, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Donations are accepted only during regular library hours and cannot be left in the atrium....
November 11
Wadena Whirlaways Square Dance Group Dancing Thursday, Nov. 11, 7:30 - 10 p.m., Staples Community Center. John Bittner, caller. For info., 218-296-1642.
November 16
‘Surviving the Holidays’ Seminar - For People Grieving a Loved Ones Death will be held Tuesday, Nov. 16, 6 p.m., at...
Thanks to the initiative of Lakewood President and CEO, Tim Rice, and Imaging Manager, Dee Lehner, Lakewood recently added a SmartCurve™ breast stabilization paddle to complement its mammogram services. The SmartCurve system provides a curved compression surface that better fits the shape of a...
The third Wednesday of the month is preschool storytime at the Staples Library. Youngsters may join in the Reading Roundhouse for singing, playing and other age appropriate activities and crafts. “We engage their curiosity while developing important literacy skills and fostering a life-long love of...
School board work session
The Staples-Motley School Board will hold a work session Mon., Nov. 1 at 6 p.m. at the District Office, 905 4th St. NE, Staples.
On the agenda are Ehlers (Greg Crowe or Jodie Zesbaugh) with project bonds and financing information; funding buckets and additional funding...
October 20
Staples All Veterans and Community Park Association Board Mtg Wednesday, Oct. 20, at Timbers Restaurant and Event Center in Staples at 5:30 p.m. To attend via zoom, call Bob Hamann at 218-894-3139. Because of Covid numbers increasing in our area, it is suggested that you bring a mask...
School board meeting Oct. 18
The Staples-Motley School Board will meet in regular session Mon., Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. at the District Office, 905 4th St. NE, Staples.
Individuals or groups wishing to address the board must contact the board chair or the superintendent by 4 p.m. the Friday preceding...
Commemoration Mass to be held in Staples
From Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Do you have cremated remains of a family member in your possession that you would like to have laid to rest in a sacred place? Proper burial helps us grieve and find closure while we show respect for the life and remains...
A free Community Pancake Breakfast will be offered at Motley United Methodist Church on the last Saturday of each month, from 8 - 10 a.m.
Pictured above, on Oct. 2, church member Sharon Sandberg serves pancakes to (from left) Robin Kramer, Linda Bettis and her grandson Joel Bettis
The Staples-Motley School Board will hold a Work Session Mon., Oct. 4 at 6:00 p.m. at the District Office, 905 4th St. NE, Staples.
Upcoming meeting schedule:
Mon., Oct. 18: Regular Board meeting, 6 p.m. District Office
Oct. 21-Oct. 22: MEA Break, school offices closed
Mon., Nov. 1: Board Work...
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