Free Braille Books Program -- (01-09-09) -- In 1997, the AAF started this program to provide blind children a free Braille book every month from a popular children's reading series. The books are for the children to keep and collect for as long as they want them. Blind youth, blind parents, teachers of the blind, schools, and libraries serving the blind are eligible to participate in this program.

Dare to Dream America Program - Deadline 6/30/09 -- (01-15-09) -- The Dare to Dream America Program provides an opportunity for youth (23 years of age and under) to get involved in mental health awareness activities. Successful applicants are awarded a grant up to $1000 to do projects that promote mental health awareness. Application deadline is June 30, 2009.

FosterClub's Guide for Young People in Foster Care: Getting Through the Holidays -- (12-19-07) -- Lots of people talk about how stressful the holidays can be. But it can be REALLY tough for young people in foster care. This guide includes 10 tips for youth in foster care, developed by young people who know first-hand what it's like.

Whose Life Is It Anyway? -- (11-06-07) -- How One Teenager, Her Parents, and Her Teacher View the Transition Process for a Young Person with Disabilities

Crookston Skatepark Grand Opening, Oct. 15 -- (10-10-07) -- Everyone is invited to see our new Crookston Skatepark located at Highland Complex, next to the clubhouse. Hot cider and treats to be served!

Hurricane Coloring Book -- (11-14-07) -- Coloring book for children who have survived a hurricane.

Flu Center Opens at Riverview -- (10-23-09) -- Crookston Times article on the Flu Center at RiverView 800-743-6551 x9757

Talking to Children About Swine Flu (H1N1): A Parent Resource - PDF/Audio Versions -- (05-06-09) -- Handout for parents on talking with kids about the swine flu: The National Association of School Nurses (NASN), the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), and the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) have partnered to develop and disseminate a handout for parents on talking to their children about the Swine Flu virus.

College Navigator -- (09-27-07) -- College Navigator is a free consumer information tool designed to help students, parents, high school counselors, and others get information about nearly 7,000 postsecondary institutions in the United States. It offers a wide range of information previously found on COOL -- such as programs offered, retention and graduation rates, prices, aid available, degrees awarded, campus safety, and accreditation. However, College Navigator offers users valuable new information about colleges and universities, and it does so in a way that is vastly more user-friendly.

NAMI Training Flyer -- (10-05-09) -- NAMI Training Flyer

Surviving Daylight Saving Switch -- (03-03-08) -- Planning ahead and following a few simple steps can help you minimize the impact of lost sleep when the clocks go ahead one hour on March 9, says the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

National Night Out - Crookston - Aug. 7th -- (08-01-07) -- America's Night Out Against Crime - Giving neighborhood crime and drugs a gowing away party! This is a FREE event for ALL ages.

Conference: Doing Juvenile Justice in western Minnesota Nov 19, 2009 Mahnomen, MN -- (10-30-09) -- Conferences sponsored by the Juvenile Justice of Minnesota are being held in several locations around the state including the one in Mahnomen on Nov 19, 2009.

Conference: Doing Juvenile Justice in Northwestern Minnesota Nov 19, 2009 Mahnomen, MN -- (10-16-09) -- The public is invited to this Juvenile Justice Coalition of Minnesota sponsored conference. There is a $20 fee. Register by Nov 12, 2009.

Webinar: The Power of Youth to Create Change Oct 28, 2009 -- (10-19-09) -- This audio-call will some of the thoughtful and expert information about and from our youth.

Spotlight On... Norman-Mahnomen Public Health -- (12-14-07) -- The Norman-Mahnomen Public Health is working hard at getting the word out to the public about getting their flu shots!

Spotlight On... Win-E-Mac Public School District #2609: Project Lead the Way News -- (11-09-07) -- Something new and exciting is taking place at the Win-E-Mac School. In an effort to involve our school in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) initiatives, the Win-E-Mac School has made a commitment to the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum.

Thrive Conference for All Youth Oct 27-28, 2009 St. Paul, MN -- (10-05-09) -- Thrive Conference for All Youth Oct 27-28, 2009, St. Paul, MN

Workshop: Kidshops - Why do they act that way? Dec 5, 2009 Minneapolis, MN -- (11-30-09) -- Kidsshops provides a fun experience where kids join in activities, share concerns, get support and learn about living with a parent or sibling with mental illness. Classes are free but registration required. Presented by NAMI.

Conference: PACT 4 Families Collaborative Presents: The 8th Annual Community Conference on the Brain Nov 19, 2009 Willmar, MN -- (11-06-09) -- Speakers (featuring Dr. Esther Stemberg, M.D.), panel discussions and breakout sessions to gain new insights and directions that can illuminate our work and lives from the research and experience from these talented speakers.

Workshop: Fostering Love and Attachment Nov 19, 2009 Brainerd, MN -- (11-06-09) -- The focus is specifically on how to apply foster care tips and parenting techniques and to teach the skills need to become a "Healing Parent".

Workshop: Engaging the Faith Community in Substance Abuse Nov 5, 2009 Stillwater, MN -- (10-19-09) -- People of Faith: Partners in Prevention is putting on this workshop to assist leaders to identify the role of the faith community in substance abuse prevention, identifying opportunities and learn about a model for developing a Congregational Team Approach to Substance Abuse.

Transition Planning and Community Resources: What You Need to Know - Apr. 16, 2009 -- (04-09-09) -- This workshop is designed for parents of transition aged youth with disabilities. Students, teachers, and other professionals are also welcome to attend.

Internet Safety for Families - Nov. 11, 2008 -- (11-03-08) -- This event is free to the public. Parents of teenagers, tweens and area adults are encouraged to attend. There will be door prizes. You have seen articles in the newspaper and segments on the news. Now come and hear first hand about cyber bullying, safety on the Internet and improper usage of a cell phone.

Business Challenge 2008 - July 13-18, 2008 -- (06-04-08) -- Business Challenge is North Dakota's week-long, action-packed, entrepreneurial business camp.

More Than a Few Good Men - Nov. 12 -- (10-25-07) -- Join national violence prevention activist Jackson Katz for a compelling evening on ending violence. Alerus Financial and CVIC are co-sponsoring a week to promote healthy relationships in our community. This is a FREE event and open to the public.

Wear Blue Day - April 25, 2008 -- (03-31-08) -- April is Child Abuse Prevention Month & we have selected Friday, April 25 as WEAR BLUE DAY throughout Polk County. Mark your calendars!!!

Indicators of School Crime and Safety: 2007 -- (12-03-07) -- The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) has just released the report "Indicators of School Crime and Safety: 2007." A joint effort by the Bureau of Justice Statistics and National Center for Education Statistics, this annual report examines crime occurring in school as well as on the way to and from school.