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   The Knights of Columbus of Crosslake/Emily, Council 9657, is hosting a fundraising event to support their mission of providing “Coats for Kids”.  The 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament during Crosslake Days on Saturday, September 30th in front of Crosslake Ace Hardware at

35992 Pioneer Dr., Crosslake, MN 56442. 

   The tournament features two divisions- Family and Friends and Champions. Prizes will be awarded for both divisions for first, second and consolation winners in each division. The Champions division will award cash prizes with the First Place team awarded $1,000. Entry Fees- Family and Friends - $20 per team.  Champions - $50 per team. Details and Pre-Registration for the event is kc9657.mnknights.org or contact Paul McConville at (612) 876-9636.

   Coats for Kids is an annual program with the Knights of Columbus since 2011. The Knights of Columbus of Crosslake/Emily has distributed over 1,200 coats to families and kids in our area.  The goal of the Coats for Kids program is to ensure that no child in North America goes without a coat during the winter season. The council goal this year is to distribute over 500 coats, snow pants, gloves and hats to Crosslake Community School, Northland Community Schools in Remer, Emily Food Shelf, Remer Food Shelf, Relationship Safety Alliance and LAPS in Brainerd.

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