12:00 Noon, Thursday National Day of Prayer for Clearwater County Residents 30 min. of prayer at Flagpole in front of Court House.  We will pray this year’s prayer together.  Copies will be handed out, and then pray for our area: 1) Churches, 2) Families 3) Education Centers Public and Private 4) Businesses and work places 5) Military 6) Government and people representing us 7) All of the Arts, Entertainment & Media sources.
The first Thursday in May has always been designated to pray for these important 7 areas in our culture and lives.

7 p.m. Community Wide Time of prayer for National Day of Prayer, at Country Faith Church rural Clearbrook a Community Wide gathering for all, joining together to pray. Any questions or directions please contact Joy Eck at 218-791-9605.

We are seeing results, even though it takes time. Prayer is Powerful, let us join together in one accord in Jesus Holy and Powerful Name!

We’re excited to share that Beltrami Electric Cooperative’s 17th Annual Multi-Vendor Indoor Garage Sale is just around the corner! This popular community event will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at our garage, located at 4111 Technology Drive NW in Bemidji.

This year’s sale will feature more than 90 booths packed with a wide range of new and gently used items—truly something for everyone! Admission is just $1 per person, and kids 12 and under are free. We’ll also have delicious food concessions, including walking tacos, baked goods, and more, so come hungry!

Most importantly, all proceeds from the event will benefit the United Way of the Bemidji Area, supporting essential programs and services that strengthen our community.

* Save the date *
We are inviting women from all walks of life, churches and communities, ages 13 and up to join us for a morning of celebrating who Christ is and our worthiness through Him.
* Speakers, refreshments and door prizes.
* No tickets necessary
* More details to follow
This will be “Worthy” of your time!

Join us Saturday May 3rd at 4pm for our 58th Annual Smelt & Fish Fry! $15 for adults, $10 for students at the Backus Firehall (104 King Street). ALL YOU CAN EAT. (Event website)

Come to Solway Bible Chapel for a FREE concert! Matt Baird of the band Spoken will be playing an acoustic set. All are invited to come and enjoy some great music and hear from Matt Baird! Bonus, you will also have a chance to meet him too! Doors will open at 6:30pm.

Bethany Hamilton, professional surfer and inspiration behind the 2011 film Soul Surfer, will share her story at the Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center on May 5 at 7 p.m. Presented by the Delta Gamma Foundation/Everson Family Lectureship in Values and Ethics, this event is free and open to the public.​ At age 13, Hamilton survived a shark attack that resulted in the loss of her left arm. Just one month later, she returned to surfing and – within two years – won her first national title. Her resilience and determination have made her a symbol of courage worldwide.​ Now a mother of four, Hamilton shares her message globally: “​I’m devoted to inspiring and equipping you, the next generation, and your families to overcome and live an Unstoppable life.”​

That message is at the heart of her 2019 documentary Unstoppable, which chronicles her journey as one of the world’s top female surfers. She also launched the Unstoppable Living online courses. Soul Surfer, Bethany’s autobiography, was a New York Times bestseller before being adapted into a major motion picture. Hamilton also authored Body and Soul, promoting healthy living, and two children’s books. Through her Beautifully Flawed Foundation, Hamilton supports amputees and youth as they overcome challenges through faith, furthering her mission to inspire lives both in and out of the water.

Join us Wednesday, May 7th at Country Faith Church, 46125 149th Ave, Clearbrook for Ruby’s Pantry, Clearbrook. Our drive-thru distribution will run from 5-6:00pm or until food items are gone. Bring a $25 cash donation and receive a “share” which is an abundance of grocery items that are valued over $100 which varies every month. **Please bring exact change. There is a maximum of 2 shares per vehicle. No registration needed for drive-thru distribution. No boxes needed, everything will be prepackaged for you. Ruby’s Pantry is a pop-up non-profit food ministry serving our rural communities across MN & WI on a monthly basis, hosted by non-profits and made possible by volunteers at each site. There is no income or residency requirement. Questions? Contact Country Faith at 218-776-3367. Find us on Facebook: Ruby’s Pantry-Clearbrook, MN

Additional details:

This distribution will be outside again with the drive thru format. For the safety of our guests and volunteers please read this in its entirety.

• Distribution will start by 5:00pm (could be a tad earlier if ready). Distribution will be held outside in our parking lot with a drive thru system.
• There is no registration necessary.
• We request you have exact change ready ($25 cash per bundle) to give at the front of the line, to limit amount of change needed.
• Do NOT bring your own totes or boxes. Everything will be packaged and ready to go for you. Sorry, there will be no choices or requests honored.
• BE PREPARED – Be sure your trunk/cargo area is emptied and ready to fill. Make sure your trunk or hatch is open and ready to receive your bundle while you’re in line (prior to you getting to the front of the line).
• Please be patient, there may be wait times, we are doing the best we can. If everyone follows the above guidelines, things should flow quickly and smoothly.
• We have the right to refuse anyone who does not follow these instructions.

Thank you so much for your understanding and patience.
God bless you, see you on the 7th of May.