Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center, 225 Third Avenue SW, from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. Masks will be required. If you don’t have one of your own, one will be provided by the Red Cross. No guests will be allowed at the drive, and everyone will need to have an appointment (no walk-ins will be accepted). All donors will be required to … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Trent Wayne and Jon Henry Schmidt
Trent Wayne and Jon Henry were born to Nick and Sara Schmidt, of Des Moines, Iowa, on May 24, 2020. Trent weighed 6 lb 5 oz and Jon weighed 7 lb 5 oz. They were welcomed home by fur babies Brita, Taylor and Zeke. Proud grandparents are Pat and Joyce Schmidt of Lanesboro. … [Read more...]
A little of this, a little of that
Lots of things have changed since the pandemic started. Alcohol sales have gone up 141%. Online sales of pajamas have gone up 143% . Sales of bras and long pants have gone way down. You can draw your own conclusions from this information. Having plenty of time at home, I made this list to get myself organized before the world opens up again. To Do List 1. Organize my … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Hope Kathryn Vreeman
Hope Kathryn Vreeman was born April 28, 2020, to Derreck and Stephanie Vreeman of Spring Valley. At birth she weighed 6 lb. 6 oz. and measured 18.5 inches. She is welcomed home by older sister Haley. Grandparents are Bryan and Kathy O’Connell and Jerry and Judy Vreeman, all of Spring Valley. … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Blair Loretta Davis
Blair Loretta Davis Blair Loretta Davis was born April 29, 2020, to Michael and Liza Davis of Good Thunder, Minn. At birth, Blair weighed 6 lb 13 oz. and was 20 inches long. She was happily welcomed home by older siblings Zane (4) and Avery (2). Her grandparents are John and Ellen Whalen of Harmony, and Randy and Laurie Davis of Mankato. … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Eleanor Athena Manion
Eleanor Athena Manion Eleanor was born Friday, May 1, 2020, to Andrew Manion and Stephanie Wu of Brooklyn, N.Y. She weighed 5 lb. 13 oz. and was 19” long at birth. Eleanor was welcomed home by her three cousins, Zen(16), Jaden (14) and Joshua (12). Her grandparents are Thomas and Sandra Manion of Fountain and Kwok and Agnes Wu of Brooklyn, N.Y. … [Read more...]
Lanesboro’s Art in the Park goes virtual Drive-in public art, digital content, podcast episodes starting Saturday, June 20
In response to COVID-19, Lanesboro Arts presents Art in the Park 2020 as a social-distanced and virtual event from June 20th through June 30, 2020. After serious consideration, Lanesboro Arts has decided to re-envision Art in the Park 2020 to ensure the safety of artists and community members. Thus, Art in the Park will not take place in person per usual, but will instead be … [Read more...]
A Goodly Heritage
By Wenda Grabau Spring is here! Springtime Awakens on the Farm Wenda Grabau©2020 First signs of spring have come and gone; Now the full blown season is here. Young leaves color the oak trees, Bird songs twitter on the breeze. The sweet scent of lilac wafts in the air, The sun sheds its radiance To highlight bright, bold colors Over the verdant countryside. Tulip … [Read more...]
Birth Announcement: Blair Loretta Davis
Blair Loretta Davis Blair Loretta Davis was born April 29, 2020, to Michael and Liza Davis of Good Thunder, Minn. At birth, Blair weighed 6 lb 13 oz. and was 20 inches long. She was happily welcomed home by older siblings Zane (4) and Avery (2). Her grandparents are John and Ellen Whalen of Harmony, and Randy and Laurie Davis of Mankato. … [Read more...]
The Plant Lady
By Jessi Jablonski Parsley: Not just for garnish Spring has finally arrived and vegetable gardens are popping up everywhere. The thought of fresh salads brimming with ripe tomatoes and cucumbers has gotten everyone ready for picnics at the park. Using fresh herbs in your meals will add a pop of freshness, even on a cool rainy afternoon. Not all herbs are created equal. … [Read more...]