
Works of artist James Olson on display at Bluenose Gopher Public House
When you first walk into Bluenose Gopher Public House the amount of art currently on display is staggering. There are multiple rows that stretch the entire length of the interior blue wall. James Olson, of Montevideo, is the artist behind all that art.

Dennis Warner and the Ds to perform Dec. 3
Dawson-Boyd Arts Association presents folk/Americana singer and entertainer Dennis Warner with his band, The D’s, at Memorial Auditorium in Dawson on Saturday, December 3 at 7:00pm. Warner blends humor, audience participation and thought-provoking music into a fun, memorable concert for adults and families.

CHURCH SCHEDULES
Assembly of God, Clarkfield SUNDAY: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.; Evening 7 p.m. Wednesday: Teens 5 p.m.; Young Explorers 6:30 p.m.
Hope in Advent
Isaiah 7:14 …the Lord himself will give you the sign. Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel (which means ‘God is with us’).

From the Editor’s Desk
Around a month ago, my daughters convinced me that the thing to do was to adopt a puppy from the Hawk Creek Animal Shelter. All of our pets have only ever been rescues, but we have never adopted an actual baby animal. Thus, I underestimated how much effort raising a puppy would entail.

Beyond Reason
While I am quite fond of the Vince Guaraldi, the solo artist and his Trio, there are limits to my affection. I happen to dislike Christmas songs. Yes, each and every one of them. Even the ones by the Vince Guaraldi and his Trio.
Apply by Dec. 7 for DNR grants that help children get outside
Public entities and nonprofit organizations serving people younger than 18 can apply for No Child Left Inside grants through 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is offering the grants to help more children cast a line, study animal tracks, hike, bike, or simply learn more about nature.
RECIPE
OF THE WEEK Submitted by Olivia Stölen A Note from Olivia:I made these bars this summer for my farmer’s market booth and they were a huge hit. Brookies (Brownie Cookies) Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

News from Milan
Have you recovered yet from overeating on Thanksgiveus? My answer is maybe. It was tough to move for a few hours after dinner Thursday. I went to dinner at the home of my niece, Jenni. The food was excellent and the company was superb. We waited a few hours before we had pie.