By Jamey Helgeson
LIFE Mower County

The 25th annual Rose Sale kicks off this Tuesday.

Sale dates are Feb. 18 to March 24, with the ​pick-up and delivery Tuesday, April 7.

Roses can be picked-up between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. that Tuesday with roses being delivered between 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Let someone know that you care and support the work of LIFE Mower County by supporting our rose sale. All proceeds from LIFE Mower County’s Rose Sale benefits children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Downs syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism and epilepsy.

One in 10 families have a member with a disability. Your participation in LIFE’s rose sale provides critical funding for programs and services. Learn how to order or volunteer at www.lifemowercounty.org/rose-sale or call 507-433-8994.

We want you as a sponsor, chef or a donor

Mark your calendars for the 10th annual Taste of Mower County on Sunday, April 26. You can enjoy unlimited tastings of signature items from the finest home and ​restaurant chefs in Mower County and the surrounding area. We are looking for sponsors, chefs and auction items for this event. You can find all of the information on our website at www.lifemowercounty.org/tomc2020 or call 507-433-8994.

Budget & Appropriations: President’s budget for FY 2021 released

Pres. Donald Trump released his budget request for  the fiscal year (FY 2021). The budget contains many of the same harmful proposals for people with disabilities that it has in past years, primarily cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security as well as many of the discretionary programs that people with disabilities rely on for their health and well-being. 

Learn more at www.whitehouse.gov/omb/budget/.

Upcoming Events

• Tuesday: People First Aktion Club
• Wednesday: Special Olympics Bowling
• Thursday: Adaptive yoga
• Friday: Movie and Munchies
• Feb. 25: Disability Day at the Capitol
• Feb. 26: Special Olympics Bowling
• Feb. 27: Creative Arts
• Feb. 28-29: Weekend Ventures