BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Minnesota Farmers Union | April 08 2009- April 08 2010 PRODID:-//strange bird labs//Drupal iCal API//EN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090408T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090408T160000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/195 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/195 SUMMARY:Spring Meeting - Slayton\, Country Host at Cenex\, Hwys. 59 & 30 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090408T193000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090408T213000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/196 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/196 SUMMARY:Spring Meeting - Elysian\, Mama's Mercantile\, 410 W. Hwy. 60 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090409T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090409T163000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/197 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/197 SUMMARY:Spring Meeting - Moose Lake\, Blue Bear Cafe\, 300 S. Arrowhead Lane END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090914T050000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20020203 UID:http://mfu.org/node/198 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/198 SUMMARY:Fall Fly-In\, Washington\, D.C. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091121T053000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091122T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/210 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/210 SUMMARY:Minnesota Farmers Union 68th Annual State Convention - Ramada Plaza Hotel (Formerly Four Points) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090415T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090415T140000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/213 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/213 SUMMARY:Family Farmer Appreciation Day DESCRIPTION:

Please join Minnesota Farmers Union President\, Doug Petersen\, and Vice-President Dennis Sjodin for a day of thank you\, appreciation and support for Minnesota's family farmers. Complementary Farmers Union Coffee\, Minnesota milk and cookies will be served to those attending.

Throughout the year\, Minnesota Farmers Union sponsors small events to let fram families\, and rural residents know more about our work protecting and enhancing  the economic interests and quality of life for family farmers and rural communities.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090506T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090506T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/221 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/221 SUMMARY:Pine County Quarterly Meeting\, Amy's Cafe\, Sandstone DESCRIPTION:

For more information\, please contact Pine County President Kay Hills at 715-635-9521.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090625T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090625T230000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/222 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/222 SUMMARY:Minnesota Farmers Union Golf Fun Day\, Sandhill Golf Course\, Fertile DESCRIPTION:

Proceeds go toward supporting Minnesota Farmers Union youth activities and camps.

Two-person teams\, 18-hole golf scramble with prizes.

Entry fee is $40/person and includes a buffet supper of chicken and BBQ ribs.

Shotgun start at 1 p.m.

Reception at 4\:30-6 p.m..

For pre-registration\, sponsorship and questions\, please contact MFU Field Representative Ken Pazdernik at 218-206-4499 or via e-mail at pazdernik@loretel.net

 

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090502T143000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090502T163000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/223 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/223 SUMMARY:Saturday\, May 2 - Isanti/Chisago County Joint MFU Meeting\, Library\, North Branch DESCRIPTION:

Isanti and Chisago Counties will be holding a joint county meeting on Saturday\, May 2 at the North Branch Libary issue.  Local issues will be discussed.

For additional information\, please contact Chisago County President Roger Eklund at 320-396-2676 or Isanti County President Harold Eklund at 320-396-2409.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090610T133000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090610T160000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/236 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/236 SUMMARY:Farmer Appreciation Day\, Central Livestock Sales Barn\, Albany DESCRIPTION:

The sales barn is located at 34412 County Road 10.  Their telephone number is 800-733-6228.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090629T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090629T193000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/248 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/248 SUMMARY:1 PM-2\:30PM - No Bull Action Session - Eagle's Cafe\, 31 Main Avenue North\, New York Mills DESCRIPTION:

MFU is holding these \\"action sessions\\" for dairy farmers and those related to the dairy industry.  MFU leaders\, Congressional\, Legislative\, administration officials and other have been invited to discuss with farmers what ideas and solutions are needed to address the current dairy crisis.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090630T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090630T193000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/249 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/249 SUMMARY:1 PM - 2\:30 PM - No Bull Action Session\, 22219 E. County Road 8\, Plainview DESCRIPTION:

This meeting will be held at the John &\; Kris Miller Dairy Farm\, which is located 2.5 miles east of Plainview on County Highway 8.

MFU is holding these \\"action sessions\\" for dairy farmers and those related to the dairy industry.  MFU leaders\, Congressional\, Legislative\, administration officials and other have been invited to discuss with farmers what ideas and solutions are needed to address the current dairy crisis.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090829T050000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090829T050000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/250 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/250 SUMMARY:9 AM - Full Board of Directors Meeting\, Ramada Plaza Hotel (formerly Four Points)\, Minneapolis END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090716T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090717T013000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/269 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/269 SUMMARY:Kandiyohi County Farmers Union Picnic DESCRIPTION:

Potluck\, with pork chops and beverages provided.  MFU Field Services Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Donnel Williamson 320-974-3403.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090726T173000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090726T203000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/270 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/270 SUMMARY:Ottertail/Wilkin County Picnic\, 17495 County Highway 15\, Fergus Falls DESCRIPTION:

Join us for an afternoon of good friends\, good food and good times on a unique farm that prides itself on sustainable agriculture.

Menu features items produced locally.

Local bipartisan legislative representatives have been invited to speak on current issues.

FFI\:  Roberta at 218-736-5697.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090726T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090726T203000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/271 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/271 SUMMARY:Aitkin County Picnic\, Berglund Park\, Palisade DESCRIPTION:

Pot luck meal served at 1 p.m.  Beverage will be provided.  FFI\:  Markell Vogt 218-927-2215.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090726T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090727T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/272 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/272 SUMMARY:Tri-County Picnic (Chippewa\, Laq Qui Parle\, Yellow Medicine)\, Smith Park\, Montevideo DESCRIPTION:

Minnesota Farmers Union President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.

FFI\:  John Schmidt 320-668-2466.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090802T163000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090802T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/273 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/273 SUMMARY:Todd County Farmers Union Picnic\, Clarissa Park\, Clarissa DESCRIPTION:

Roast beef\, ham and all the trimmings will be served.  The picnic will be $5.00 per person\, $4.00 per person for seniors\, and $20 per family\, with children under 5 served free.

There will be games\, bingo\, live music and door prizes.

MFU President Doug Peterson and other elected officials will speak.

FFI\:  Todd County Secretary Judy Buhl 320-594-2914.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090912T130000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090912T213000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/284 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/284 SUMMARY:Small Farm & Rural Living Expo DESCRIPTION:

U of M Extension is organizing the second annual Small Farm and Rural Living Expo at the Scott County Fairgrounds in Jordan\, MN. The Expo will run from 8\:00 - 4\:30 p.m. on Saturday\, September 12th. Admission is $10 / person or $20 / family with engaging education and vendors all day. Contact Becky at 612-543-1316 with questions.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090819T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/285 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/285 SUMMARY:6 PM - Waseca County Convention\, Pizza Ranch\, Waseca DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  David Clausen 507-234-6872.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090911T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090911T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/287 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/287 SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 10\, 7 p.m. - Renville County Convention\, Bart's Cafe\, Renville DESCRIPTION:

Buffet dinner $8 per plate.  MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Joel Bakker 320-329-3829.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090913T210000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090914T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/288 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/288 SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 13\, 4 p.m. - Chippewa/Swift Joint County Convention\, Harmon Wilts' Farm\, Kerkhoven DESCRIPTION:

The Harmon Wilts farm is located four miles north of Kerkhoven on Swift County Road 35 on the east side of the road.  We will gather at 4 p.m. for a wind tour.  Wind turbines will be viewed at 4\:20 p.m.  MFU Field Services Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker and will speak at 5\:15 p.m.  There will be a meal at 6 p.m.  The county meeting will be held at 7 p.m.  Please bring resolutions.  Local politicians have been invited.  FFI\:  Harmon Wilts (Chippewa) 320-875-2036 or Tom Clemen (Swift) 320-875-2020.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/289 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/289 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, September 23\, Noon - Pine County Convention\, Amy's Cafe\, Sandstone DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Pine County President Kay Hills 715-635-9521.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090921T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090922T023000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/290 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/290 SUMMARY:Monday\, September 21\, 6\:30 p.m. - Brown County Convention\, Railway Bar and Grill\, Sleepy Eye DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Restaurant formerly known as DelRoy.  Social hour at 6\:30 p.m.  Order off the menu at 7 p.m.  Meeting to follow meal..  County president will give the yearly report.  Door prizes given away.  FFI\:  Alphonse Mathiowetz 507-877-4043.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090924T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/291 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/291 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, September 23\, 6 p.m. - Cottonwood/Murray County Convention\, Community Center\, Storden DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Potluck.  FFI\:  Merlyn Hubin (Cottonwood) 507-274-6245 or Richard Andert (Murray) 507-763-3223.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090924T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090925T023000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/292 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/292 SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 24\, 6\:30 p.m. - Nobles/Rock County Convention\, Countryside Inn\, Adrian DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Elected officials invited.  A roast beef dinner will be served at $8.95 per plate.  FFI\:  Tim Henning 507-472-8462 or 507-283-9894 (Rock).

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091018T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091018T000000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/293 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/293 SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 17\, 7 p.m. - Becker County Convention\, Event Center\, Callaway DESCRIPTION:

MFU Education Director Jim Tunheim will be the guest speaker.  Door prizes to be given away.  FFI\:  Roger Schaefer 218-334-4631.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090827T050000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20020203 UID:http://mfu.org/node/294 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/294 SUMMARY:Interested in volunteering at the MFU booth at the State Fair? Give us a call! DESCRIPTION:

If you are interested in volunteering at the Minnesota Farmers Union booth at the Minnesota State Fair\, which is held Thursday\, August 27 through Monday\, September 7\, please call Vivian at the state office at 651-639-1223.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T052100Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T052100Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/304 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/304 SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 27\, 3 p.m. - Kanabec County Convention\, John Ripka Residence\, Ogilvie DESCRIPTION:

The Kanabec County convention will be held on Sunday\, September 27 at 3 p.m. at the John Ripka residence\, which is located at 1399 Delta Street in Ogilvie.  Pot luck picnic with sloppy joes and beverage furnished.  Guest speaker TBA.  FFI\:  Kanabec County President John Ripka at 320-272-4367 or Kanabec County Vice President Bevan Beck at 320-272-4787.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090915T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090916T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/311 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/311 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, September 15\, 6 p.m. - Lyon County Convention\, Perkins\, Marshall DESCRIPTION:

Perkins is located at 908 East Main Street in Marshall.  Order off menu.  MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Alan Benz 507-247-5315.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20020203 UID:http://mfu.org/node/312 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/312 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, September 22\, 7 p.m. - Steele/Dodge County Convention\, Elks Club\, Owatonna DESCRIPTION:

The Elks Club is located at 126 East Vine Street in Owatonna.  Turkey and beef buffet served at $10 per plate.  FFI\:  Trevor Jensen (Steele) 507-455-0420 or Glenn Hahn (Dodge) 507-365-8608.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/314 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/314 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, September 22\, 7 p.m. - Blue Earth/Nicollet County Convention\, Swany's Pub\, Courtland DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  FFI\:  John Thormodson (Blue Earth) 507-642-8039 or Bruce Hulke (Nicollet) 507-359-2788.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090923T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/315 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/315 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, September 23\, Noon - Jackson County Convention\, Pizza Ranch\, Jackson DESCRIPTION:

Minnesota Farmers Union President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  Door prizes to be given away.  FFI\:  Gary Wilson 507-736-4225.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090924T183000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090924T203000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/316 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/316 SUMMARY:Thursday\, September 24\, 1\:30 p.m. - Meeker County Convention\, Meeker Co-op\, Meeker DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Glendale Rumsey 320-398-6781.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090927T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090927T224600Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/317 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/317 SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 27\, 2 p.m. - Polk County Convention\, Lake Sarah Park & Campground\, Erskine DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  RSVP by Saturday\, September 19 for catered meal count.  FFI\:  E-mail Judy Moen at judymoen@rrv.net\, or call Myrna Evenson at 218-857-3557 or 218-289-0875.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090927T200000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090927T220000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/318 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/318 SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 27\, 3 p.m. - Kanabec County Convention\, John Ripka Residence\, Ogilvie DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  The John Ripka farm is located 3.2 miles south on County Road 10.  Please bring a dish to pass.  Door prizes will be given away.  FFI\:  John Ripka 320-272-4367.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090927T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090928T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/319 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/319 SUMMARY:Sunday\, September 27\, 6 p.m. - Yellow Medicine County Convention\, Friendship Cafe\, Clarkfield DESCRIPTION:

MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  The meal will begin at 6 p.m.\, with meeting to follow at 7 p.m.  FFI\:  Tim Velde 507-768-3532.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090930T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090930T033000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/320 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/320 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, September 27\, 7\:30 p.m. - Stearns County Convention\, Charlie's Cafe\, Freeport DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  A chicken and dressing meal will be served at 7\:30 p.m.\, with the meeting starting at 8\:30 p.m.  RSVP to Cyril Spanier at 320-243-3266 or LeRoy Schlangen at 320-597-2080.  FFI\:  Jerome Orbeck 320-548-3428.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091001T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091002T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/321 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/321 SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 1\, 6\:30 p.m. - Kandiyohi County Convention\, Community Center\, Kandiyohi DESCRIPTION:

Vice president candidates.  Potluck meal with meeting to follow.  FFI\:  Donnel Williamson 320-974-3403.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091008T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091008T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/322 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/322 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, October 7\, 7 p.m. - Winona County Convention\, Country Kitchen\, Winona DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  Order off the menu.  FFI\:  Janice Daley 507-523-3177.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091008T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091008T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/323 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/323 SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 8\, Noon - Fillmore/Houston County Convention\, Branding Iron\, Preston DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Eunice Biel (Fillmore) 507-937-3333 or Maynard Welscher (Houston) 507-724-2483.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091009T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091009T023000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/324 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/324 SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 8\, 7\:30 p.m. - Olmsted/Wabasha County Convention\, Zumbro Falls Golf Club\, Zumbro Falls DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  A chicken dinner will be served.  RSVP not necessary\, but would be greatly appreciated.  There will be discussion on the proposed Rochester bypass and the CAPX20-20 high-voltage power line.  Door prizes will be given away.  FFI\:  John Larsen (Olmsted) 507-273-1451 or Ed Jostock (Wabasha) 507-753-2452.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091015T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091015T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/325 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/325 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, October 14\, 7 p.m. - Rice County Convention\, Perkins\, Faribault DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Dinner provided\:  Your choice of chicken\, cod or steak.  Door prizes will be given away.  FFI\:  Stephanie Henriksen 507-645-7086.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091016T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091017T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/326 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/326 SUMMARY:Friday\, October 16\, 8 p.m. - Clay County Convention\, Senior Center\, Hitterdal DESCRIPTION:

MFU Education Director Jim Tunheim will be the guest speaker.  Light lunch served after meeting.  FFI\:  Larry Jacobson 218-962-3453.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091019T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091020T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/327 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/327 SUMMARY:Monday\, October 19\, 6 p.m. - Laq Qui Parle County Convention\, C.J. Mike's Cafe\, Dawson DESCRIPTION:

MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  C.J. Mike's Cafe is located on Main Street in Dawson.  A two-meat buffet will be served.  $10 for tickets purchased in advance or $12 at the door.  Door prizes will be given away.  FFI\:  John Schmidt 320-668-2466.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090930T163000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090930T183000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/328 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/328 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, September 30\, 11\:30 a.m. - Carlton County Convention\, Lake View Restaurant\, Barnum DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  Topics for discussion will be convervation security program (CSP).  FFI\:  Mark Thell 218-384-3878.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091006T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091006T230000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/332 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/332 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, October 6\, 8 p.m. - Todd County Convention\, Thunder Lodge (Highway 71)\, Long Prairie DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Complimentary meal provided to members.  Please bring a neighbor!  Door prizes will be given away.  FFI\:  Alan Perish 320-594-6586.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090929T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090929T210000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/334 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/334 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, September 29\, 2009 - Farm Forestry Workshop\, Yo-Hawn's Bar & Grill\, Grygla\, Minnesota DESCRIPTION:

 

Dear Friends\,

As Education Director for Minnesota Farmers Union\, I would like to invite you to a Farmer Forestry Field Day.  The theme \\"Managing Your Woods For A Profit\\" will be the theme for the September 29 workshop.  The workshop is sponsored by the Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU)\, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and National Farmers Union (NFU).

The workshop\, at the Yo-Hawn's Bar &\; Grill\, Grygla\, Minnesota\, will include presentations on managing profitable woodlots\, carbon credits and forestry offsets\, benefits of landowner cooperation\, as well as a woodlot tour.

There are more than 16.5 million acres of forested land in Minnesota\, including more than 5.9 million privately owned acres.  This workshop is designed to help those landowners improve and develop plans for gaining income from their forested land.

Well managed woodlots include measures such as intentionally growing trees and shrubs with growing crops and livestock. In addition\, a well-managed agroforestry system improves soil and water quality\, provides wildlife habitat\, and reaps economic benefits for the land owner.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091014T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091015T013000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/335 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/335 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, October 14\, 6\:30 p.m. - Fairbault/Freeborn County Convention\, Main Street Grill\, Alden DESCRIPTION:

MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  Door prizes will be given away.  Guest speaker will report on pending legislation.  FFI\:  Archie Baumann (Faribault officer) 507-553-6523\, Terry Cunningham (Freeborn officer) 507-852-3465 or Kenneth Houg (Freeborn county president) 507-373-6242.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091020T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091021T013000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/336 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/336 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, October 20\, 6 p.m. - Big Stone/Traverse/Stevens County Convention\, Bobbi Jo's Cafe\, Beardsley DESCRIPTION:

MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  A roast beef and chicken dinner will be served at 6\:30 p.m.  FFI\:  Larry Anderson (320-325-5212).

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091009T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091009T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/337 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/337 SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 8\, 7 p.m. - Benton County Convention\, Jack and Jim's\, Duelm DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Jack and Jim's is located at 11205 Duelm Road NE.  Order off menu.  Door prizes will be given away.  FFI\:  John Hansmeier 320-968-6616.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091013T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091013T023000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/340 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/340 SUMMARY:Monday\, October 12\, 7\:30 p.m. - Morrison County Convention\, Royal Cafe\, Little Falls DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  A buffet supper will be served.  Tickets are $11/person\, or free from area businesses.  Door prizes will be given away.  Vice president candidates will be invited.  FFI\:  Mike Kliber 320-632-2222 or Carol Schmidt (320-632-9432).

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091005T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091005T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/341 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/341 SUMMARY:Monday\, October 5\, noon - Scott/Carver County Convention\, Golf Course\, Belle Plaine DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  Belle Plaine Golf Course is located at 23795 Laredo Avenue.  FFI\:  Don Entinger (Scott) 952-758-3728 or cell 612-987-2635 or Scott Hoese (Carver) 952-657-2223.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091002T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091002T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/342 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/342 SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 1\, 7 p.m. - Wadena County Convention\, Legion Cafe\, Sebeka DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  FFI\:  Melvin Kinnunen 218-564-4334.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091019T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091019T230000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/343 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/343 SUMMARY:Monday\, October 19\, 6 p.m. - Crow Wing County Convention\, Public Library\, Brainerd DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  The public library is located at 416 S. 5th St.  A pot luck supper will be served.  FFI\:  John Borden 218-765-3432.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091021T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091021T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/344 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/344 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, October 20\, 7 p.m. - Aitkin County Convention\, Palisade Cafe\, Palisade DESCRIPTION:

MFU Legislative Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  A dinner will be served at $8.50 per plate.  FFI\:  Markell Vogt 218-927-2215.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091027T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091027T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/345 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/345 SUMMARY:Monday\, October 26\, 7 p.m. - Goodhue County Convention\, Area 57 Restaurant\, Wanamingo DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  A complimentary meal will be served.  FFI\:  Pat Irrthum 507-824-1215.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091005T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091005T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/346 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/346 SUMMARY:Sunday\, October 4\, 7 p.m. - Sibley County Convention\, Prairie House Restaurant\, Gaylord DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu at 7 p.m.  State Senator Kathy Sheran and State Representative Terry Morrow will be attending.  FFI\:  Ed Anderson 507-237-5465.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091010T010000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091010T030000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/347 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/347 SUMMARY:Friday\, October 9\, 8 p.m. - East Ottertail County Convention\, Cactus Sports Bar and Grill\, Perham DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  The Cactus Sports Bar and Grill is located at 43521 Fort Thunder Road.  FFI\:  John Swartz 218-583-4287.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091017T133000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091017T153000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/348 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/348 SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 17\, 8\:30 a.m. - Wilkin County Convention\, Northern Grill\, Breckenridge DESCRIPTION:

MFU Education Director Jim Tunheim will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Ben Loll 218-630-5825.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091010T133000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091010T153000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/349 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/349 SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 10\, 8\:30 a.m. - Isanti/Chisago County Convention\, Library\, North Branch DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Roger Eklund (Chisago) 320-396-2676 or Harold Eklund (Isanti) 320-396-2409.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091030T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091030T170000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/356 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/356 SUMMARY:Friday\, October 30\, 10 a.m. - Mille Lacs County Convention\, Embers\, Milaca DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Robert Hoefert 612-390-7468.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091023T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091024T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/357 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/357 SUMMARY:Friday\, October 23\, 6 p.m. - Beltrami County Convention\, Blackduck Cafe\, Blackduck DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  The Blackduck Cafe is located on Main Street.  FFI\:  Adrian DeVries 218-243-2484.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091029T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091029T190000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/358 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/358 SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 29\, Noon - Mower County Convention\, Grumpy's Restaurant\, Grand Meadow DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  Grumpy's Restaurant is located on Minnesota Highway 16.  Lunch will be provided.  Please bring resolutions for the state convention.  FFI\:  Dwight Ault 507-437-3085 (home) or 507-219-8059 (cell).

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091017T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091017T200000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/359 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/359 SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 17\, 1 p.m. - Washington County Convention\, 14189 Finale Avenue North\, Hugo DESCRIPTION:

Minnesota Farmers Union Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  The Alice Waller residence is located at 14189 Finale Avenue North in Hugo.  At the corner of State Highway 61 and 140th Street\, go west\, cross the railroad tracks\, and go one more block.  Turn right on Finale Drive and go two blocks.  Alice's house is on the right side of the road.  FFI\:  John Waller 651-426-7331.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091018T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091018T020000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/360 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/360 SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 17\, 7 p.m. - Marshall County Meeting\, Yo-Hawn's Bar and Grill\, Grygla DESCRIPTION:

Order off the menu.  Business meeting to follow.  FFI\:  Norma Hanson 218-378-4380.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091014T190000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091014T210000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/361 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/361 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, October 14\, 2 p.m. - Le Sueur County Convention\, Home Plate Restaurant\, Le Center DESCRIPTION:

MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  FFI\:  Ruth Hruby 507-364-8803.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091031T153000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091031T173000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/362 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/362 SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 31\, 10 a.m. - Wright County Convention\, Public Library\, Buffalo DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  The Buffalo Public Library is located at 18 NW Lake Boulevard.  South of Highway 55\, turn right at third stoplight\, then left into first parking lot.  FFI\:  Kevin Levoir 320-963-5806.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091017T003000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091017T023000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/363 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/363 SUMMARY:Friday\, October 16\, 7\:30 p.m. - Canby Local (Yellow Medicine County) Meeting\, P.K. Egan's Restaurant\, Canby DESCRIPTION:

Order off menu.  FFI\:  Jim Stone 507-223-5206.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091022T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091022T000000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/364 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/364 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, October 21\, 7 p.m. - Lincoln/Murray/Pipestone County Convention\, Royal Loon Cafe\, Slayton DESCRIPTION:

MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  The Royal Loon Cafe is located at 3124 Juniper Avenue in Slayton.  FFI\:  Bruce Miller 651-470-5438.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091022T140000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091022T160000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/365 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/365 SUMMARY:Thursday\, October 22\, 9 a.m. - Watonwan County Convention\, Home Town Cafe\, St. James DESCRIPTION:

MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  The Home Town Cafe is located at 403 1st Avenue North in St. James.  FFI\:  Brian Romsdahl 507-956-2804.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091024T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091024T200000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/366 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/366 SUMMARY:Saturday\, October 24\, 1 p.m. - Cass County Convention\, Countryside Restaurant\, Motley DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  Order off menu.  FFI\:  Richard Swartz 218-352-6118.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091121T053000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20020203 UID:http://mfu.org/node/368 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/368 SUMMARY:Saturday\, November 21 & Sunday\, November 22 - 68th Annual Convention\, Ramada Plaza\, Minneapolis DESCRIPTION:

TENTATIVE AGENDA

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091105T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091105T013000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/382 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/382 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, November 4 - 7 p.m. - Hubbard County Convention\, Courthouse Basement Room #2\, Park Rapids DESCRIPTION:

MFU Vice President Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  Coffee and dessert served.  FFI\:  Norton Berg 218-224-2127.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091104T053000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091104T053000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/385 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/385 SUMMARY:Thursday\, November 4\, 6\:30 p.m. - Redwood County Convention\, Pizza Ranch\, Redwood Falls DESCRIPTION:

MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker. \; Order off menu. \; Door prizes to be given away. \; FFI\: \; Richard Berg 507-723-4354.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091107T223000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091107T230000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/386 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/386 SUMMARY:Saturday\, November 7\, 5\:30 p.m. - Dakota County Convention\, Farmington High School\, Farmington DESCRIPTION:

FFI\:  Brian Rohrenbach 612-554-9733.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091118T203000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/392 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/392 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, November 18\, 1 p.m. - McLeod County Convention\, Hutchinson Public Library DESCRIPTION:

The Hutchinson Public Library is located at 50 Hassan Street South.  FFI\:  Bruce Miller 651-639-1223.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100220T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100220T150000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/400 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/400 SUMMARY:Full Board Meeting\, Radisson Hotel\, St. Cloud END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091212T173000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091212T193000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/413 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/413 SUMMARY:Saturday\, December 12\, 12\:30 p.m. - Steele County Meeting/Soup Lunch DESCRIPTION:

The Steele County Minnesota Farmers Union will be having a meeting/holiday soup lunch at the American Legion\, located at 137 South Broadway in Owatonna.  Lunch will be $5/person for soup and cookies.

Lunch will be served in the lower level at 12\:30 p.m.  Please RSVP to Vicki at 507-456-8165.  Donations to the Steele County Food Shelf will be accepted.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091216T170000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091216T183000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/414 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/414 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, December 16\, Noon - Pine County Meeting\, Amy's Cafe\, Sandstone DESCRIPTION:

Local issues will be discussed.  Order off the menu.  FFI\:  Kay Hills 715-635-9521.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100109T230000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100110T010000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/449 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/449 SUMMARY:Saturday\, January 9 - Chisago/Isanti County Meeting\, Glenn Johnson's Farm\, North Branch DESCRIPTION:

The meeting takes place on at 6 pm at Glenn Johnson's farm\, which is located at 6404 285th Avenue Northeast in North Branch.  A potluck dinner will be served.  Dennis Sjodin will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Roger Eklund (Chisago) 320-396-2676 or Harold Eklund (Isanti) 320-396-2409.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100113T183000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100113T200000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/450 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/450 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, January 13\, 1\:30 p.m. - West Ottertail County Meeting\, Farmhouse Cafe\, Underwood DESCRIPTION:

Business meeting.  An update on the state convention and election of county officers.  Elected officials invited.  Refreshments will be served.  MFU President Doug Peterson will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  West Ottertail County President Dave Johnson at 218-736-7734.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100121T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100122T013000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/451 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/451 SUMMARY:Thursday\, January 21 - MFU/NFO Christmas Meeting\, Railway Bar and Grill\, Sleepy Eye DESCRIPTION:

MFU and NFO will have a Christmas meeting on Thursday\, January 21 at 6\:30 pm at the Railway Bar and Grill in Sleepy Eye.  Social hour will start at 6\:30 pm\, with a 7 pm meal\, with meeting to follow.  Order off the menu.  FFI\:  Jerome Graff 507-723-4791.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100122T180000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100122T203000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/458 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/458 SUMMARY:Friday\, January 22\, 1-2\:30 p.m. - Ag Policy Forum\, Elks Club\, Owatonna DESCRIPTION:

Steele County Farmers Union and Steele County Farm Bureau will be hosting an ag policy forum for the endorsed candidates in the Senate District 26 rate.  The forum will be held on Friday\, January 22 from 1-2\:30 p.m. at the Elks Club\, which is located at 126 E. Vine Street in Owatonna.  Questions will be allowed from the audience.  FFI\:  Trevor Jensen (507-456-8166) or Ruth Meirck (507-383-1400).

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100120T173000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100120T193000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/460 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/460 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, January 20\, 12\:30 p.m. - East Ottertail County Meeting\, Happy Gizzard\, Ottertail DESCRIPTION:

The East Ottertail Farmers Union is having a county meeting on Wednesday\, January 20 at 12\:30 pm at the Happy Gizzard (formerly Village Inn)\, which is located at 211 West Main Street in Ottertail.  FFI\:  John Swartz 218-583-4287.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100224T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100224T200000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/461 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/461 SUMMARY:Wednesday\, February 24 - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. - Lobby Day\, Minnesota State Capitol\, St. Paul DESCRIPTION:

Please consider joining MFU for the “MFU Lobby Day” on Wednesday\, February 24th.  We will begin the day at 10 a.m. in room 300 south of the State Office Building with a greeting from MFU President Doug Peterson\, and then members and staff will spend the day meeting with legislators\, attending committee hearings and also meeting with other elected officials. The day usually ends about 3  p.m.  This is a great opportunity for MFU members to connect with their legislators and also help MFU make our presence felt at the capitol. Members who have questions about the lobby day or to RSVP contact Tim Schloe at tim@mfu.org or 651-639-1223.  MFU will be offering van rides from some areas\, will provide free parking for members that drive in\, and be arranging car pools.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100125T150000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100125T180000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/462 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/462 SUMMARY:Monday\, January 25\, 10 a.m. - MFU Listening Session\, Sandhill Supper Club\, Fertile DESCRIPTION:

MFU will be holding a listening session and issues forum on Monday\, January 25\, at 10 a.m. at the Sandhill Supper Club in Fertile. Everyone is invited to attend.

Some of the issues to be covered are wind energy and easements\; cap and trade\; interpretation of the Minnesota electrical codes\; estate tax\; and property tax concerns.  People should feel free to bring up for discussion issues concerning them.  Thom Petersen\, MFU Government Relations Director\, will be in attendance\, and area legislators are invited. A soup and sandwich luncheon will be provided by MFU.  Please call 651-639-1223 for further information.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100205T193000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100205T213000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/469 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/469 SUMMARY:Friday\, February 5\, 2\:30 p.m. - Legislative Meeting\, Zumbro Falls Golf Course\, Zumbro Falls DESCRIPTION:

The Zumbro Falls Golf Course is located 2 miles south of Zumbro Falls on U.S. Highway 63.  MFU Legislatie Director Thom Petersen will be the guest speaker.  Agenda includes discussion of state budget\, animal welfare\, property taxes\, health care\, energy and many other issues.  FFI\:  Fillmore County President Eunice Biel (507-937-3333)\, Goodhue County President Pat Irrthum (507-824-1215)\, Olmsted County President John Larsen (507-635-5201) or Wabasha County President Ed Jostock (507-753-2452).

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100216T233000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100217T013000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/471 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/471 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, February 16\, 6\:30 p.m. - Rock County Meeting\, Pizza Ranch\, Luverne DESCRIPTION:

Please join special guests Minnesota Farmers Union President Doug Peterson and Vice President Gary Wertish for a 2010 legislative issues update and organizing meeting at the Pizza Ranch on Main Street in Luverne.

Topics to be discussed include state budget\, animal welfare\, property taxes\, health care\, county organization and many other issues.

A complimentary buffet supper begins at 6\:30 p.m.\, with discussion to follow.

FFI\:  MFU Membership Director Bruce Miller (800-969-3380) or southwest Minnesota field staff representative Lee Johnson at 507-317-7537.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100217T000000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100217T013000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/472 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/472 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, February 16\, 7 p.m. - Aitkin County Meeting\, Roger & Markell Vogt's Home\, Palisade DESCRIPTION:

Plans will be made for a local/value-added food meeting to be held this spring.  Roger and Markell Vogt's home is located at 42951 330th Avenue in Palisade.  FFI\:  Aitkin County President Markell Vogt 218-927-2215.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100309T010000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100309T030000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/478 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/478 SUMMARY:Monday\, March 8\, 8 p.m. - Brown County Meeting\, Railway Bar and Grill\, Sleepy Eye DESCRIPTION:

FFI\:  Brown County President Jerome Graff at 507-723-4791.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100323T193000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100323T213000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/486 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/486 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, March 23\, 12\:30 p.m. - Carlton County Meeting\, Brickyard Restaurant\, Wrenshall DESCRIPTION:

Carlton County Farmers Union will be holding a county meeting on Tuesday\, March 23 at 12\:30 p.m. at the Brickyard Restaurant in Wrenshall.  Discussion on membership-building activities will be taking place.  MFU Outreach Director Bruce Miller will be the guest speaker.  FFI\:  Mark Thell 218-384-3878.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100314T050000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20020203 UID:http://mfu.org/node/490 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/490 SUMMARY:Sunday\, March 14-Tuesday\, March 16 - National Farmers Union Convention\, Ramkota Hotel\, Rapid City\, South Dakota DESCRIPTION:

The National Farmers Union convention will be held Sunday\, March 14-Tuesday\, March 16 at the Ramkota Hotel in Rapid City\, South Dakota.  More information about the convention can be found at http\://nfu.org/about/convention or by calling the MFU state offices at 651-639-1223.

END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120517T104417Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100406T160000Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100406T170000Z UID:http://mfu.org/node/501 URL;VALUE=URI:http://mfu.org/node/501 SUMMARY:Tuesday\, April 6\, 11 am - Vivian Smith Farewell Party\, MFU State Office Conference Room DESCRIPTION:

There will a farewell brunch for Office Manager Vivian Smith on Tuesday\, April 6 at 11 am at the Minnesota Farmers Union state office conference room.  FFI\:  Tim Schloe 651-288-4060.

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