Community Calendar: Chilloween and more
Oct. 26—Community Chess Club, 3:30-5 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Chilloween, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Cromwell Pavilion. The family event will run from 5:30-7:30 p.m., with the event for students in grades 7-12 running from 8-9:30 p.m. Costumes are encouraged. Anyone with questions can call 218-838-6275.
Halloween Spooktacular, 6-8 p.m., Encore Performing Arts Center and Gallery, 2035 Hwy 33 South, Cloquet. County Seat Theater Company will host its annual Halloween Spooktacular. Attendees will be able to drive through spooky scenes in the parking lot while listening to recorded ghost stories told by County Seat Theater actors on their car radios. There will also be free hot chocolate, an outdoor Halloween movie, Scaryoke, spooky walking trails, a fortune teller and various Halloween activities. Minnesota Power provided a grant supporting inflatables for kids. There will also be animatronics in the gallery for those who want more of a scare. The family-friendly event has a suggested donation of $5 per person or $20 per car with proceeds going toward County Seat Theater's garage/workshop expansion.
Washington Elementary School Fall Ball, 6-8 p.m., Washington Elementary School, 801 12th St., Cloquet. Washington Elementary students and families are invited to the school's Fall Ball. All students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the event. The night will feature dancing in the gym; popcorn, hot dogs, root beer floats and treats in the cafeteria; games and prizes; a movie screening in the media center; a book walk; a costume parade at 7 p.m. in the gym; and a raffle. The cost is $3 per person or $10 per family. There are additional costs for raffle tickets, treats and games.
Bedtime Essentials Giveaway, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cloquet Public Library. The library hosts a bedtime essentials giveaway for children, while supplies last.
Prescription Drug Take Back event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Walmart, 1308 Minnesota Highway 33, Cloquet. Community members can get rid of unused medications and prescriptions at the free event in the Walmart parking lot.
Potluck dinner and cash bingo, 5:30 p.m., Cromwell Pavilion. The Cromwell-Wright High School Choir will host the event, which kicks off with a potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. Bingo will follow from 6-9 p.m
Halloween Spooktacular, 6-8 p.m., Encore Performing Arts Center and Gallery, 2035 Hwy 33 South, Cloquet. County Seat Theater Company will host its annual Halloween Spooktacular. Attendees will be able to drive through spooky scenes in the parking lot while listening to recorded ghost stories told by County Seat Theater actors on their car radios. There will also be free hot chocolate, an outdoor Halloween movie, Scaryoke, spooky walking trails, a fortune teller and various Halloween activities. Minnesota Power provided a grant supporting inflatables for kids. There will also be animatronics in the gallery for those who want more of a scare. The family-friendly event has a suggested donation of $5 per person or $20 per car with proceeds going toward County Seat Theater's garage/workshop expansion.
3rd Annual Texas BBQ fundraiser, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 515 Skyline Blvd., Cloquet. Community members are invited to support a great cause and enjoy some smoked BBQ, including brisket, chicken, sausage and/or pulled pork.
Ham and Turkey Bingo, 6 p.m., Industrial Community Center, 7519 Albert Road, Saginaw. The Industrial Volunteer Fire Department hosts its annual Ham and Turkey Bingo night. The family-friendly event will feature food, fun and friends. Cash games are 25 cents per board.
Teen Reads, 4 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Trick-or-Treat at the Library, all day, Cloquet Public Library.
Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., Cloquet Public Library. Join Miss Morgan for storytime. The weekly events feature stories, songs and interactive activities. Storytime is geared toward children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
Beyond the Bump: Growing Together, 5-6 p.m., Community Memorial Hospital. This is the fifth of an eight-week class that will empower and educate moms through the beginning stages of motherhood. Topics covered will include: introducing solids, what to expect during teething, returning to exercise and the importance of pelvic health, and managing expectations and mental health. The classes are free and open to all; you do not have to be a CMH patient. However, registration is required. Visit
to register. Free child care will be available.
Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., Cloquet Public Library. Join Miss Morgan for storytime. The weekly events feature stories, songs and interactive activities. Storytime is geared toward children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
Chair Yoga for All, 11-11:45 a.m., Cloquet Public Library. Carolyn Ripp will lead the class. Chair Yoga can increase flexibility, improve core strength and balance, reduce stress and pain, and more. It can be beneficial not only for seniors but for anyone who has desk work and/or tends to sit for a long period of time. Come in comfortable clothing. No previous experience is necessary.
Teen Tech, 4 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Tinker Kids Drop-in After-School Program, 4-5 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Tech and Coffee, 9-11 a.m., Chickadee Coffehouse and Deli, 3691 Alan Syverson Dr., Barnum. Want to learn how to use your cell phone? Nook? Kindle? iPad? Laptop? New to Social Media? Need your phone hooked up to your car? We can try to help! Barnum Community Education Staff and Nathan Rimolde from RTS will be on hand to help you with your questions! There is no cost to attend and attendees do not have to register in advance. Coffee or tea will be offered.
Forest Finns in America, noon-1 p.m., virtual. The Cloquet Public Library hosts the virtual presentation via Zoom.
First Friday Films at the Library, 2-4 p.m., Cloquet Public Library. The library hosts its a free family-friendly movie screening on the first Friday of each month. No registration is required. Light refreshments will be served. The November screening will feature "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile."
Community Chess Club, 3:30-5 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Red Bird Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Cromwell-Wright High School, 5624 Minnesota Highway 210, Cromwell. Admission is $1.
Hunter's Supper, 4-7 p.m., Cromwell Pavilion. The Cromwell Area Community Club hosts its annual Hunter's Supper, featuring turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, vegetables, gravy, a roll and pumpkin pie. The cost is $15 for adults, $7 for children ages 6-10 and children 5 and under are free.
Teen Reads, 4 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., Cloquet Public Library. Join Miss Morgan for storytime. The weekly events feature stories, songs and interactive activities. Storytime is geared toward children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
Library Book Sale, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Bunches of Books Book Club, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Cloquet Public Library. The book club for children ages 9-12 meets at the library. Registration is required; call 218-879-1531 to register.
Beyond the Bump: Growing Together, 5-6 p.m., Community Memorial Hospital. This is the sixth of an eight-week class that will empower and educate moms through the beginning stages of motherhood. Topics covered will include: introducing solids, what to expect during teething, returning to exercise and the importance of pelvic health, and managing expectations and mental health. The classes are free and open to all; you do not have to be a CMH patient. However, registration is required. Visit
to register. Free child care will be available.
Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., Cloquet Public Library. Join Miss Morgan for storytime. The weekly events feature stories, songs and interactive activities. Storytime is geared toward children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
Chair Yoga for All, 11-11:45 a.m., Cloquet Public Library. Carolyn Ripp will lead the class. Chair Yoga can increase flexibility, improve core strength and balance, reduce stress and pain, and more. It can be beneficial not only for seniors but for anyone who has desk work and/or tends to sit for a long period of time. Come in comfortable clothing. No previous experience is necessary.
Adult Craft, 3-5 p.m., Cloquet Public Library. Adults can make a cork leaf trivet during the library's adult craft session. Registration is required; call 218-879-1531 to register.
Teen Tech, 4 p.m., Cloquet Public Library.
Timber Management and Taxation School, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Golf Clubhouse Restaurant at Black Bear Casino Resort, 1791 Minnesota Highway 210, Carlton. The University of Minnesota Extension will host the event designed to provide up-to-date information on federal taxes for income and expenses related to timber sales. Tax professionals, foresters, logging contractors, landowners, agricultural lenders and farm management instructors are encouraged to attend. The cost is $50 for those who register on or before Nov. 7, and $60 for those who register after Nov. 7. For further information and to register, please visit
. The registration fee covers workshop materials, refreshments, snacks and lunch.
Barks and Books, 4 p.m., Cloquet Public Library. Parents and caregivers can sign their children up to read one-on-one with therapy dogs Han Solo, Tiara or Trapper. Time slots are 20 minutes long, and caregivers are welcome to sit with their children during this time. Sign up for a slot at
CPL Book Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cloquet Public Library. The library's book club for adults meets.
Cloquet Al-Anon, Tuesdays and Fridays, 10-11 a.m.,103 10th St., Cloquet. Closed meetings. The only membership requirement is that a friend or relative have a problem with alcoholism. Call 218-879-9884.
Esko Museum, 12 W. Highway 61, Esko. Open 2-5 p.m. Sundays from July through August. Admission is free, donations accepted.
Gamblers Anonymous, Mondays, 7 p.m.; Tuesdays, 5 p.m.; Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 615 12th Ave., Cloquet. Use the parking lot entrance. For more information, call 855-222-5542.
House District 11A DFL, third Wednesday of the month, 6 p.m., Cloquet Public Library and via Zoom. Please contact Sophia Campbell at
for a Zoom invitation.
Narcotics Anonymous, Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., Fridays from 6-7:30 p.m., Alano Club, Cloquet. Call 877-767-7676 or visit
Riverview Toastmasters, Tuesdays, 7-8 a.m., Cloquet. For more information, visit 5429.toastmastersclubs.org.
