North metro town briefs

Dalien is named recorder of year Larry Dalien, Anoka County Property Records and Public Service Department director, has been named Minnesota's Outstanding Recorder of the Year.

"We are very proud of the work Larry has done and the role he has played statewide in advancing the technology of the document recording area," said Dennis Berg, chairman of the Anoka County Board.

Dalien, a past president of the Minnesota County Recorders Association, has worked for the county since 1981.

Honor those who help improve health Nominations are being sought for Anoka County's Public Health Award, which recognizes citizens who devote their time, energy and talents to improving their communities' public health.

The deadline for nominations is Feb. 25. Call 763-422-7187 or go to www.anokacounty .us for nomination forms.

County libraries offer free Internet classes Anoka County libraries offer free Internet classes for adults at four branches. Librarians teach the one-on-one, hourlong classes that provide a basic introduction to the Internet.

There is no charge, but preregistration is required. Call these branch libraries for specific class times or more:

• Crooked Lake in Coon Rapids, 763-576-5972

• Mississippi in Fridley, 763-571-1934

• Rum River in Anoka, 763-576-4695

Vikings, NFL Charities recognize 3 volunteers Three volunteers working with an emergency assistance program in Brooklyn Park have won awards from the Minnesota Vikings Children's Foundation

The Vikings and NFL Charities gave the awards and a cash donation to Community Emergency Assistance Program (CEAP), a nonprofit agency, to recognize volunteers who exemplify leadership and commitment to improving their communities.

Turpin, 16, of Maple Grove, is one of CEAP's youngest volunteers and two years ago started sorting food, stocking shelves and filling food orders at CEAP's Brooklyn Park food shelf. Ranczka, of Brooklyn Center, has volunteered at CEAP for 15 years as a receptionist and later did data entry and paperwork as well as helping with events, including the annual holiday distribution.

Fairchild, of Brooklyn Center, has volunteered for 35 of CEAP's 39 years. She heads a quilting group of more than 40 women who sew quilts and children's clothing for the needy. The quilters produce more than 300 quilts and 350 articles of clothing each year.

Unity Hospital forum explores genes, cancer Learn about genetics and cancer at an upcoming Unity Hospital forum: "Hereditary Cancer: Are You at Risk?"

The free forum will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 19, in the Unity Hospital Auditorium, 550 Osborne Road NE., Fridley.

Only about 5 percent to 10 percent of all cancers are linked to hereditary factors. But several characteristics indicate the possibility of inherited risk.

Help plan or sponsor anniversary events East Bethel is looking for event sponsors and volunteers to help plan the city's 50th anniversary celebration events, ranging from late April to mid-July. Events will include a kiddie parade, a movie in the park and a Booster Day celebration. Planning meetings are held the second Monday of each month at East Bethel City Hall, 2241 221st Av. NE. Organizers also are seeking photos that depict changes in the city, or historical events or places. Please label photos with location, date, and identification, as well as the submitter's name, address and phone number. For information, contact Assistant City Administrator Tammy Schutta at 763-434-9569.

Main Street Village post office is open The New Brighton post office's Main Street Village location is open for business, at 525 Main St.

Residents with questions should call 651-633-0916.