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Babbitt Lions Club would like to notify the people of Babbitt that anyone in need of medical equipment, walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, hospital beds and much more. The club does loan out such equipment to Babbitt citizens and will take it back when done with it. There is never a charge for this service. For more information call John Fitzpatrick at 218-827-3566
Embarrass Fair at Timber Hall schedule: Friday, August 28: Heart & Hooves Riding Association - In-hand and Ranch Trail, Kids Games, Timber Hall Crafters/Vendors, Wizard’s Kingdom Inflatables, Pony Rides, Music by Big T & The Growlers, Cribbage Tournament, Mullet Contest, Music by Willy Martin & The Rangers; Saturday, August 29: Medallion Hunt, Timber Hall Crafters/Vendors, Softball Tournament, Wizards Kingdom Inflatables Pony Rides, Heart & Hooves Riding Association - Showmanship, Ranch Riding, Ranch Rail, All Around Ranch Horse Reining, Kids Games, The Amazing Charles Magic Show, Bingo, K-9 Demonstration, Cornhole Bean Bag Tournament, Races for All Ages, Demolition Derby, Dog Agility Demonstration, Will Hale - Kid & Family Rock Concert, Klatt’s Farm Petting Zoo, Live Music by Iron Range Funk Machine; Sunday, August 30: Medallion Hunt, Horse Games, Softball tournament, Classic Car & Truck Show, Timber Hall Crafters/Vendors, Wizard’s Kingdom Inflatables, Exhibit Building, Pony Rides, Kids Games, The Amazing Charles Magic Show, K-9 Demonstration, Will Hale - Kid & Family Rock Concert, Bingo, Pie Eating Contest, Adult Races.
The Babbitt veterans resale room now accepting gently used items Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon in the back of the Municipal Building in Babbitt at 71 South Drive. Come check out vintage items for sale.
Runners are invited to lace up for the first annual Timber Trot at Timber Bay Lodge on Saturday, Sept. 5. Choose your challenge on the scenic Pine Plantation Trail: 5k Trail Loop – Fast and fun for all paces; or 10k Challenge – Rugged ridges for the active adventurer. 7:30-8:45 a.m.: Runner check-in & bib pickup; 9 a.m.: 10k Trail Run official start; 9:15 AM: 5k Trail Run official start; Noon: Post-race celebration, awards, & beachside BBQ. Runners will receive a commemorative t-shirt, finisher medal and runner’s gift. Post-race beachside BBQ, local brews and live music. Link to register: https://www.timberbay.com/timber-trot. All proceeds benefit Ely/Babbitt high school sports.
SAIL classes offered through Northwoods Partners. The fall session starting date is going to be Tuesday, Sept. 8. The fall session will be at the Municipal Building gym on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Scott Brunfelt is the instructor, and no prior registration is needed.
A firearms safety hybrid class will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students must pre-register by calling Terri Loewen at 218-290-4810. Requirements: Must be 11 years of age before class start date.
