Archive for February 27th, 2008

Alcoholics Anonymous

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008

“ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions.

A.A. is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any causes.

Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.”

Harvey Meeting (Topic) 8:00pm @ First Lutheran Church in Harvey

Fessenden Meeting (12-Step/Big Book) 8:00pm @ First Lutheran Church in Fessenden

Anyone struggling with any addiction is welcome to attend.

Click here to find a meeting locator for North Dakota: http://www.aanorthdakota.org/index.php?loc=mtg

AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Sought

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008

“AmeriCorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. Founded as Volunteers in Service to America in 1965 and incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993, VISTA has been on the front lines in the fight against poverty in America for more than 40 years.”

St. Aloisius Medical Center is a sponsor site for the AmeriCorps VISTA program. The VISTA volunteer in Harvey would assist the St. Aloisius Medical Center Community Volunteer Program, assisting in the development, implementation, and sustainability of various volunteer programs in the Harvey area.

 This position does provide a monthly financial stipend, educational award, and many other benefits associated with national service.

For more information go to the AmeriCorps VISTA webpage at http://americorp.gov/for_individuals/choose/vista.asp, or call Tammy Neurohr at 701-324-4651 x 342.

Snowmobile Fun Run/Fund Raiser

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008

A memorial snowmobile fun ride will be held March 1st, 2008.  In memory of Dustin Vallier, with proceeds going to the Harvey Ambulance Service.

The event will start at the Harvey Eagles Club, with registration at 12:00 noon.  The ride starts at 1:00 pm.  The cost of registration is $10.00 for all who would like to take part.  You don’t need a snowmobile, you can use a vehicle.  The map of the route will be handed out March 1st at registration.  All donations welcome.

Lunch for all participants after ride.  Door prizes and awards 7:00 pm at the Harvey Eagles Club, dance to follow.