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events take place throu ughout the year. It is also available ailab to rent by the public. A variety of unique gifts are availa able for purchase at the museum, m including DAHS totes, jewelry, artwork, and prints done by local artists; and historical books by local author ors. The museum um is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday ys from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and by appointment. There is no admission fee. For more information about the Dass sel History Center, er, visit the website, www.dasselhistorycenter.org. sel Questions may be directed to 320-275-3077, or [email protected]. The mail- ing address for the Dassel History Center and Ergot Museum um is PO Box D, Dassel, MN 55325. 5. Dassel-Cokato Arts Association The Dassel-Cokato Arts Association’s mission it is to nurture the arts by supporting artists and art events in the commu- nity. The DCAA was organized in 2004, during the construction of the Dassel-Cokato Performing Arts Center (PAC), located at the DC High School. Most DCAA events take place in the 800-seat PAC, and past events have included concerts performed by the Minnesota Orchestra, Tonic Sol-fa, Mark Schultz, Peter Yarrow (of the former Peter, Paul & Mary trio), Todd Oliver, and free concerts, such as a performance by the US Army Field Band’s Jazz Ambassadors. Touring performances, including “Church Basement Ladies,” Children’s Theatre Company productions, Don Shelby as Mark Twain, and a professional national touring production of “A Christmas Carol” have also been presented at the PAC. Some DCAA events take place in the smaller, more intimate space at the Dassel History Center, such as performances by comedians such as Louie Anderson, and a onewoman show entitled “Singing for the Cows.” The DCAA also sponsors the annual Red Rooster Fine Arts Show during Memorial Day weekend. Artists of all ages are encouraged to participate in this judged event. The Dassel-Cokato Arts Association always welcomes new members. As a non-profi t organization, tax-deductible donations to the DCAA help to bring world-class entertainment to our community with extremely affordable ticket prices. Members also have the opportunity to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the general public. To become a member, or for more information, contact Executive Director Deborah Moen at 612-236-5137, visit http:// pac.dc.k12.mn.us, or email [email protected]. Dassel-Cokato Girl Scouts The Girl Scouts Lakes & Pines of MN/Wisc, Troop 3068, meet twice a month, usually the fi rst and third Thursday of the month. The current meeting place is at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Dassel. The members of Troop 3068 complete different projects, go to summer camp, and do service activities. Troop 3068 sells cookies once a year, in the spring. Dassel-Cokato Kinship Caregivers Support Group This group brings together grandparents and other relatives who are raising their grandchildren, nieces, or nephews. It is a time to discuss struggles and celebrations in a safe, supportive environment. Discussion is based on current concerns of participants, and may include topics such as managing aging children’s be- havior, ad ddressing issues with adult children, frustratio on with having to alter life plans ans, and unexpe ecteded joys discovered d through h the journey. Kinship ip Care egivers meets monthl hly (September-May) at Cokato o Elementary, entar and is facilitated by a licensed social worke er. Call 320-286-4120 to lea arn more about this opportu- nity. Dassel Lamplighters 4-H Club The Dass ssel Lamplighters 4-H Club typically meets th he fi rst Sunday of each month at the Dasse el Covenant Church (lower level) at 6:30 p.m m., unless otherwise scheduled. ed. Spe- cial meetings take place at Dassel Lakeside Apartments in June, to assist with planting fl owers, and in December for a holiday activity. Club members are encouraged to be involved in county-wide activities, and community servi vice projects. Club members mber meet e annually to clean their section of Adopt-A-Highway. The Dassel Lamplighters currently has 38 members, ranging in age from 5 to 18. New members ers are welcome to join at any time. For more information, call the Meeker County Extension n Offi ce at 320-693-5275. 275. Dassel-Cokato Early Childhood Dassel-Cokato Early Childhood is a program of Dassel-Co- kato Community Education, specifi cally designed for fami- lies with children ages birth to 5 (not yet in kindergarten). Dassel Cokato Early Childhood is responsible e for Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes and special events, School Readiness Play and Learn Preschool, and Earwww.lakeregionagency.com 320.286.2118 DASSELCOKATO.COM | 31