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“Never been Late for Supper” Blogger Updates

Friday, July 18th, 2008

Hello is anybody here ? Maybe I can sneak in and they won’t notice I haven’t been around for awhile. I’ve been playing hookie but now I’m back.

Chisholm Horizons teamed up with the Chisholm Youth Facility on June 25th for a Skateboard/Family Day event at the the Lake Park. The upgraded Skateboard Park withstood the onslaught of about a dozen determined skateboard warriors with their tricks and unpadded elbows for 3 hours on that breezy, sunny day. The wish to be younger could be seen in the eyes of the those over the legal age (quite a bit over) and the yearning to show off the would hskatboarderave been battlescars from attempting this x-games sport. There were a few spills and a few chills but nothing the youngsters couldn’t handle. All the spectators young and old were treated to a fantastic showing of fine talent. If you missed this demonstration, don’t worry because Shane from the Youth Center has plans for more in the future.

Chisholm Horizon’s tent contained literature from Rural Rides, Arrowhead Transit, Kids Plus, Horizons, AEOA, and a final inspection showing of the Chisholm Horizon’s Resource Directory before final printing of 2000 copies.
Representatives from the Chisholm Rec , Chisholm Chamber, and Kiwanis manned the Kiwanis food trailer which was transported by Chisholm NHS/NSS. Jubilee Foods donated chips to go along with the hot dogs and buns purchased there. McDonald’s of Chisholm donated their punch, dispenser and cups , Kids Plus the pop, and the Range Center loaned the tables and chairs. The local SWOP took care of the park cleanup before and after. The Summer Work Outreach Program consists of 10 or 12 kids each from Mt. Iron, Buhl, and Chisholm ages 12 to 14. They are taught a mixture of life skills while earning a wage by working in the 3 towns.

The Chisholm Police Annual Children Fishing contest followed the Horizons event and included a record 88 registered kids. They fished out of 12 boats and from the fishing piers around the north side of the lake. Some prizes passed out were Minnkota trolling motors, fishing rod combos, and filled tackle boxes. Wednesdays just don’t get no better.

I admit that I am late in blogging, but you know I’ve NEVER been called Late for Supper .

With Gratitude

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

As we are winding down and beginning our new adventure in Horizons, I would like to take a moment to ‘Thank’ all of those that gave so much of their time!

Karen Amistadi, Dave Cronberg, Suzy Fesnick, Marketa, Sadie & Kelsey Anderson, Renee Olson, Brenda McPeak and any I may have forgotten! 

All of you have been a great source of energy and ideas. 

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful,  committed citizens can change the world. 

Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”  

Margaret Mead (1901-1978)

2008 Chisholm Community Goals!

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008

We met on a very frigid evening to gather around a wonderful meal of Pizza & Wings, purchased from Jim’s Sports Club.  On an evening like this, the Hot wings did the trick!!  Many wonderful, concerned and energetic people from the community were on site to begin to brainstorm our Community Goals and trainings and/or resources needed to achieve them.

·      Youth

o       Drive-in, walk-in movie theater

o       Sports equipment swap

o       School sports will be available to all

o       Swim beach in Chisholm

o       Have basic life training for all youth

·      Community

o       Reinstate “We Like U” wagon – staples and community resources booklet

o       An event that would celebrate diversity in the community

o       Citizen advisory group running

o       More women as city officials

o       Fill vacancies on volunteer fire department

o       Diverse citizens in community spot light

·      Resources need

o       Blog training

o       Advertising

o       Resource book

o       Life Skills Training

o       Contacts and money to clean lake

o       Volunteers

o       Chisholm Public Access TV

o       Radio Show – Craig and Kate

o       Boy Scouts

Churches – Horizons – Fire Department Community Drive

Your Opinion Counts!  Feel free to leave us a note, or give us a call on your thoughts!

Blogging Training

Saturday, February 2nd, 2008

Chisholm Blog TrainingOn Feb. 2nd the Horizon’s had a blogging training at the Hibbing Library. Those who were in attendance: Gus Cronberg, Karen Amistadi, Marketa Anderson and Kelsey Anderson. Sara from Horizon’s was there to show us how to add pictures, change text, edit, and more. The Chisholm Horizon’s will be taking over the editing of our blog come July 2008, so we are getting the training to learn how to do this. We are looking into making our blog a community awareness on all events that are going on in Chisholm. We will be looking for information on community events to have blogged. If you have information you would like to have posted on any event or meeting you can contact any of the above people.

For more information on how to blog click here.

Conference Calls

Tuesday, December 18th, 2007

MN extension Staff has been working out the final details to Begin 1-2 hour Conference Calls in January 2008.  This will be a great opportunity to talk with other communities on tools and strategies.

The First Conference Call will take place on Monday, January 7th, from 11:30am-1:00pm.  If you are able to make this call, please contact Lynne @ 218-996-1256.

Steering Committee Meeting

Tuesday, December 18th, 2007

The Steering Committee met with MN Extension Staff on Friday, December 14th. 

We discussed the future plans that the Youth Involvement and Community Awareness Squads are identifying. 

We also had a lengthy discussion as to the hosting a 1-day training for all Future Squads.  In this day long event, Future Squad leaders and members would be able to get a better idea of the requirements and guidelines around their focuses.  Also, the day-long session would allow for some group time to discuss the new knowledge and let the groups begin to identify strategies.

We are hoping to set up this Training in Mid-January 2008, stay tuned for more details….

Youth Engagement Future Squad

Wednesday, November 21st, 2007

If you open your door and look outside and don’t see any kids and wonder “where have all the kids gone?”, come and join us!  We are looking at New & Innovative ways to keep our Youth here!

Contact a Youth Engagement Co-Chair:
Gus Cronberg
or
Sadie Anderson

NEXT MEETING:
Thursday, November 29th at 6:00pm @ The Range Center Inc., Dinner to be Provided!

A Vision for Chisholm

Monday, November 5th, 2007

On November 2, community members gathered to create a vision for Chisholm in 10-15 years. What do you think?

The Vision for Chisholm:

Chisholm is a close-knit community that nurtures locals, visitors and newcomers alike. It is a progressive community that has a thriving cultural and arts scene. Chisholm is a fun and exciting place that is attractive to young people. We have built on and preserved our strong traditional values while making the community an open and inclusive place to live.

In Chisholm, we’re about mining and so much more. We have a booming and historic downtown district with thriving businesses that have everything we need. The small town atmosphere showcases our creativity. We have a diverse economy that includes recreational tourism and opportunities for every season of the year and of life.

Share your opinion…take this survey!

Contact Chisholm Horizons

Monday, October 15th, 2007

Contact Chisholm Horizons:
chishomhorizons@yahoo.com
218-996-1256