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The Northeast Range Music Department will have its first band concert of the year on Thursday, Dec. 4 starting at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Both the elementary and high school bands will be performing under the direction of Christine Mackai. Admission is free but donations are welcome. All donations go toward admission fees for honor band students at different events. Come support the students and enjoy an evening of music.
The Babbitt Library will be holding a Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 2-4 p.m. Entertainment by Gerry Mealey and Friends. Refreshments provided.
A pancake breakfast, holiday boutique, and blood drive will be held at the Timber Hall Event Center on Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon sponsored by the Embarrass Region Community Association. All you can eat pancakes, a choice of sausage or ham, and coffee and juice before checking out local crafters and bakers at the holiday boutique. Memorial Blood Centers will also be there to accept your lifesaving blood donation. Consider bringing a new toy, warm clothes, or a gift card for Operation Santa, helping families who use the Tower Area Food Shelf. For more information, see the Timber Hall Event Center Facebook page.
Babbitt Ambulance, Babbitt Fire Department and the Itty Bitty Babbitt Pantry are hosting a Stuff the Ambulance on Dec. 6 from 1-6 p.m. in the parking lot of Alder Place The Inn at 13 Alder Road. New, unwrapped gifts for all ages needed. Gifts are for “a really free Babbitt market.”
A Santa Claus Hay Ride will be held at Babbitt City Hall on Dec. 13 from 4-8 p.m. Craft spaces available, contact Kat at 218-966-5966.
A Snowmobile Safety Hybrid Class (field day) will be held in Babbitt on Dec. 20. This class is for students 11 and older who have completed the online course at http://www.snowmobilecourse.com/usa/minnesota. To register call Terri @ 218-827-2633.
Stay Active and Independent for Life (S.A.I.L.) sessions have resumed with a 9 a.m. and a 10:15 a.m. session each Tuesday and Thursday for 12 weeks. This exercise program is free, and designed for people over 60.
