Good Samaritan Auxiliary Howard Lake City Hall Restoration Commi� ee
The Good Samaritan Society Auxiliary was organized in 1972.
The auxiliary meets quarterly at the Good Samaritan Society-
Howard Lake Care Center. It supports the center’s mission to
share God’s love in word and deed by providing shelter and
supportive services to older persons and others in need, believing
that “in Christ’s love, everyone is someone.”
The main fundraiser of the group is the root beer fl oat stand
at Good Neighbor Days each year. Money raised at fundraisers
support various needs of the residents. Throughout the years,
the Auxiliary has purchased a large-screen television, a
beautiful gazebo, and remodeled a room to use as a beauty shop.
Most recently, money raised by the Auxiliary was used for a
new AED machine, front door with automatic openers for the
building, and a beautiful handmade wooden altar for the chapel.
They continue to raise money for the facility bus, including a
back-up camera and repairs.
New members are always welcome. If you are interested in
joining, call Good Samaritan Society-Howard Lake at 320-543-
4403, email Taylor Duesterhoe� at [email protected], or
write 413 13th Ave., Howard Lake, MN 55349. Collector, protector and source of historical information
about Howard Lake and most specifi cally, its signature, fully
renovated 1904 historic city hall building located in the heart of
downtown, now known as the South Shore Event Center.
This adhoc group is dedicated to preserving and enhancing
the historic Howard Lake city hall facility through fundraising
and seeking donations and grants, as well as, seeking to advance
awareness and education of our community’s history through
print and digital publications.
To book your event or for more information, please contact
Nick Haggenmiller, city administrator, at cityadmin@howard-
lake.mn.us or 320-543-3670.
Howard Lake Lions
The Howard Lake Lions Club was chartered in 1978. As part
of Lions International, the Howard Lake Lions are dedicated to
service projects in the community, across the US, and around
the world.
The club currently has 33 members and meets at the Lions
Hall at 625 8th St., the third Thursdays of each month at 7 p.m.
The club is devoted to drug awareness, diabetes awareness,
conservation of hearing and sight, citizenship, education,
environment, youth recreation, health, and international and
social services. The Lions host a youth center Saturday nights
at their meeting hall. The meeting hall has a pool table, foosball
table, air hockey, video games, and other fun games and projects.
All youth are encouraged to a� end. The Lions serve pizzas and
pop, and other snacks. A nominal fee is asked to help defray
some of the expenses.
Some of the Howard Lake Lions Club’s accomplishments
include Silent Santa, high school scholarships, donations to
various local youth sports organizations, youth groups, needy
families in the community, and several contributions to other
charitable causes.
Current offi cers are Judy Ma� son, president; Gary Hagemann,
vice president; Craig Brose, 2nd vice president; Jeff Wick, 3rd vice
president; Terry Thorson, secretary; and Karen Hill, treasurer.
Membership dues are $60 per year. Members are required to
be involved in at least four Lions functions per year. A� ending
meetings and/or participating in various Lions functions will
meet these requirements. To join, contact a Lions Club member,
or visit the Lions website at www.hllions.org.
Senior Citizens Club
The Howard Lake Senior Citizens Club has been dedicated
to providing seniors with a sociable and friendly place to meet
since 1969. The group, which includes about 20 members, meets
every Friday in the Howard Lake Community Center.
The group takes trips during the year, including visiting the
county and state fairs. They also promote the Outstanding
Senior of the Year program. Offi cers are Myron Lahr, president;
Burton Horsch, secretary; and Joyce Heuer, treasurer. There
are monthly dues of $1.50. New members are always welcome.
Anyone who enjoys playing cards is encourged join. For more
information, call Myron Lahr at 320-543-3068.
320.485.2535
Lakes and Prairie Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts encourage girls to experience new activities,
develop team-building skills, explore and develop leadership
skills, and be service-oriented in their community, county, and
nation.
In Girl Scouts, there’s a whole world of opportunities waiting
just for you! You’ll always get to think big, try new things, and
unleash your inner leader in an all-girl, girl-led, and girl-friendly
environment.
The Lakes & Prairies Service unit encompasses the
communities of Howard Lake, Lester Prairie, Waverly, and
Winsted. Troops will be formed potentially in all communities
or based on school districts.
We are served by the Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin
River Valley Council.
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