Forest Lake Events for February 4, 2016

Senior dance
The Forest Lake VFW, 556 12th St SW, will host a senior dance featuring musical guest Sowada from 1 to 4 p.m Feb. 7. The cost is $6 and a light lunch will be served.
Free soda samples
Whistler Bottling, 1520 9th Ave. S.W., will host a soda sampling event and facility tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 6. Gourmet hot dogs, 1950s-style ice cream sodas, food truck fare and eight-packs of mix-and-match soda will be available for purchase. Visit www.whistlersoda.com for more information.
Brew fest and chili cook off
The Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, 355 W. Broadway, will host a brew fest and chili cook off at 1 p.m. Feb. 6. The event will feature 12 brewers and more than 10 chilis. A wrist band for the day costs $20. There will also be a drawing for a 40 inch television. Check post225.com for more information.
Dinner and comedy
The Forest Lake VFW, 556 12th St SW, will serve an Italian buffet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6 with a comedy show to follow. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.
A Recipe for Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder
Led by Dr. Ashley Rath and held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 11 at Vanellis by the Lake, this presentation will take guests through each of the most common ingredients that constitute autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. Once you know each critical ingredient that makes up Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder, you can choose the best path for your child and take the first step towards his/her healing and recovery. The event is free to attend, but guests should RSVP at goo.gl/0sNJnK. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. and food and drinks will be provided. Call 651-653-2190 for more information.
Valentine date night daycare
Forest Hills Church, 1790 11th Street S.E., will offer free daycare from 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 14. Kids will enjoy pizza, movies, games, and fun in a safe environment. Call 651-464-5249 to register.
Festival of Cultures
Forest Lake Area Schools is making final plans for its annual Festival of Cultures, which will take place from 5:30 to 8 p.m April 8 at Forest Lake Area High School. This free community event is designed to celebrate the many cultures of the district’s schools and communities through games, storytelling, art, music and much more. The festival’s planning committee is currently seeking groups or individuals who would like to have a booth at the event highlighting a particular country or culture. For more information, contact Kim Carver, at tk.carver@hotmail.com or Raquel Barrientos at rbarrientos@flaschools.org.