The Delano Farmers Market allows local farmers to bring
the freshest, locally-grown produce and other products.
One may fi nd fresh produce, breads, fruits, jams, honey,
homemade pies, maple syrup, eggs, beef and chicken
products, fresh salsa, fresh fl owers, and handcrafted items.
Watch for seasonal fruits and vegetables.
One booth is available for Delano non-profi t organizations
to raise awareness or money for their organization.
For more information, call Deb Hoen, market manager, at
763- 238-2702.
Delano Fourth of July Committee, Inc.
The purpose of the Delano Fourth of July Celebration
Committee, Inc. is to organize Minnesota’s oldest and largest
Fourth of July celebration, which is recognizing its 164th
celebration in 2020.
The celebration is planned by a planning committee,
with 30 organizations represented, that meets in February,
April, and June; and an eight-member board that meets
twice a month from January to July, and once a month the
remainder of the year.
The event features the parade, baseball tournaments,
men’s and women’s softball tournaments, bands for both
young and old under the big top (never a cover charge), a
family entertainment stage, kiddie parade, childrens’ tractor
pull, carnival, fi reworks, and much more.
For more information, visit www.delano4th.com, like the
celebration on Facebook and follow on Twitter, or call Fourth
of July Celebration Committee Chairman Alex Roeser at 763-
972-2951.
Delano-Franklin Township Area Historical Society
Established in 1999 to preserve the area’s rich history and
educate the public, the Delano/Franklin Township Area
Historical Society currently has 30 members which meet the
last Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Delano Heritage
Center (old library). The society also sponsors an event the
fi rst Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Heritage
Center or at Delano City Hall. These events are presentations
on historic areas, buildings, organizations, or traditional skills.
They are open to anyone interested in history.
Individuals may donate items to the museum and/or use
the resources to learn about the history in the Delano area,
or discover and work on their own family history.
For more information, visit www.DelanoMNHistory.org,
like the organization on Facebook, leave a message at
763-257-2963, email [email protected], or call 763-257-
2963. President: Jon Steinmetz, Vice President: Bob Heltmes,
Secretary/Treasurer: Marla Frach.
local church. Help us help others. Choose to donate your
time, food, or money. Every little bit helps. We can all make
a difference. If you are in need contact us to learn more on
how we can assist you and your family in a way that preserves
dignity and respect.
Co-Chairs: Sandy Kremer and Jeanie Pilarski
Phone number: 763-972-4455
Delano Jaycees
The Delano Jaycees were founded in 1981, and currently
have about 30 alumni and current members that generally
meet the third Tuesday of the month at Dave’s Town Club at
7:30 p.m.
The purpose of the organization is to provide community
service, improve members’ leadership abilities, and promote
personal growth and professional development.
The Jaycees are active in the community by running
projects, helping the citizens, and donating money to the
food shelf, local programs, schools, and many other areas of
the Delano community.
Special projects or events include the annual sandbox
fi ll in May; spring highway cleanup; golf tournament in
September; Toys for Love INC in December; and Puck in the
Park in January.
If anyone is interested in joining, or has questions regarding
the organization, fi nd the chapter on Facebook, or email
President Joey Althoff at [email protected].
Delano Lions
Established in 1965 to support community interests and aid
sight- and hearing-challenged individuals. The Delano Lions
currently has 55 members. The Lions meet the fourth Thursday
of the month at 7 p.m. p.m. at Dave’s Town Club.
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Delano Helping Hands Food Shelf
Delano Helping Hands food shelf, located in the Delano
Community Education building, 140 Elm Ave., Delano,
Minnesota 55328. The food shelf was founded in 1985, and it
is supported entirely by volunteer efforts.
The food shelf is open for food distribution each Thursday
from 2 to 4 p.m. and also every third Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m.
The organization helps about 50 families on a monthly basis.
Delano Helping Hands is a member of Second Harvest
Heartland, a Minneapolis-St. Paul food bank that partners
with organizations and volunteers to feed hungry people.
Through this partnership, Delano Helping Hands is able to
purchase food at a modest price and participate in food
rescue programs with local businesses.
The food shelf relies on monetary and food donations
for support. These donations come from individuals, area
churches, businesses, and civic organizations throughout
the community. Through these generous donations, the food
shelf is able to continue to serve the hungry in our area. If
anyone is interested in helping at the food shelf, call your
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