Book lovers across southwest Minnesota are invited to the Unbound Teen Lit Con, a celebration of reading and creativity for teen lit readers. The event will be held Saturday, October 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Murray County Fairgrounds in Slayton.

“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV) We all have gratitude for much in our lives, even in times we may not realize it. Oftentimes, we may find ourselves unsure of how to convey our gratitude to those we’d like to show appreciation for.

The Little Girl and the Violin Twas the first day of orchestra. Violin was the instrument of choice.

Nutrition Assistance for Seniors (NAPS) has changed the name to Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) in the Slayton area, sponsored by Second Harvest Heartland distribution will be held at the office of A.C.E. of Southwest Minnesota – Murray County at 2989 Maple Rd., Slayton, MN. Distribution will take place on Thursday, October 9th, from 1:30 – 2:30 pm. Remember if you cannot be there, please have your proxy pick your items up for you. For more information, call Joyce at 507-836-8705. If you want to know if you qualify for this program, please call Second Harvest Heartland at 800-365-0270.

Minnesota offers a perfect opportunity for experienced deer hunters to share their knowledge and traditions with youth ages 10-17 during the statewide youth deer season. The four-day season will take place statewide Thursday, Oct.

For decades, Trinity Lutheran Church has been serving the Slayton area with a faith-based preschool. On September 14, the longtime Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod congregation reaffirmed its support of the school with the dedication of a new playhouse that stands on property just north of the church.

MURRAY COUNTY 4-H IS SET FOR ANOTHER YEAR OF AFTER SCHOOL ADVENTURES PROGRAM IN FULDA & MURRAY COUNTY CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Events have been created, flyers have been shared, it’s time to start our Murray County 4-H After School Adventures series in Fulda and MCC for youth in grades K - 6! There will be one monthly session held at the Fulda and Murray County Central Elementary Schools, the same theme, just different dates and location. Fulda’s will be held at 303 N Lafayette Ave., Fulda, MN 56131 where MCC’s will be hosted at 2640 Forest Ave., Slayton, MN 56172.

By Arnold Krusemark Several events have now passed. While our days are nice we are starting to get colder days. One night recently it got down to 39 degrees (but up to 90 a day or two later). We will have good growing days for a while yet but probably not below freezing until November. Also Monday, September 22nd about 1 pm it became Autumn. No real change in much yet but the days are getting shorter. And will until in December.

By John Stenen Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we all practiced the ‘Golden Rule’ and did unto others as we would have them do unto us, Luke 6:31. The real purpose of man is to know God and enjoy Him forever; and the only way that can happen is to know Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord. Jesus said in John 14:6 “I am the way, the truth, and the life, and no one comes to the Father but by Me.” Now that is pretty clear to me. Also, in 1 John 5:11-12, “And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life,and this life is in His Son. Whoever has the Son has life, whoever does not have the Son does not have life.”

Looking for a fun way to improve your balance, strength, and independence? Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) exercise classes are designed for adults age 65+ and are held in one-hour sessions. Current class opportunities: Slayton – Christ Lutheran Church • Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.