Sunday
2022-11-06
November 6
Daylight Savings Time has ended. We are back on Standard Time.
Winfield Twin Lakes Community Brunch from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. All are welcome. A Free Will offering will be asked.
Winfield Historical Society presents, “Vintage Toys Remembering When” at 2 pm at the Winfield Veterans Building. Please bring a favorite toy with you. Refreshments will follow the program. Donations benefit the Winfield Museum.

Monday
2022-11-07
November 7
Tickets go on sale today at 9 am for the Swedish Smorgasbord that will be held at the Swedesburg Lutheran Church on December 1. Purchase tickets at the Parish Hall, 201 Academy Avenue in Swedesburg.

Tuesday
2022-11-08
November 8 Election Day. Henry County polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. KILJ and Two Rivers Bank will have results from the midterm voting.
The Moose Lodge of Mount Pleasant, 108 N. Saunders Street, serves tacos on Tuesday nights from 5 to 7 pm.
The Mount Pleasant Christian School hosts Taco Tuesday from 5 to 6:30 pm. Dine-in or to-go. Serving 10 inch soft shell beef or chicken tacos and walking tacos. Chips and homemade salsa are available too.

Wednesday
2022-11-09
November 9
The Henry County Engineer’s office announces a road closure beginning today. Old Highway 34 will be closed between Henry Jefferson Avenue going east to Benton Avenue for about 3 weeks.
Southeastern Community College offers free help with completing the FAFSA form from 3 to 6 pm on both the West Burlington and Keokuk Campuses. This is open to students of any age and regardless of which college they plan to attend.
Winfield Methodist Chili and Cheesy Potato soup supper from 5 to 6:30 pm. There will be lettuce sandwiches, relish tray, crackers and dessert bars for a free will donation.
Olson Powell Memorial Chapel hosts “Tidings of Joy? Facing the Holidays When Grieving” at 5:30 pm with Joan Rodgers. This is free and open to the public. The program will conclude with a brief candlelight memorial service.

The City of Mount Pleasant’s FREE LEAF COLLECTION is scheduled for the week of November 14th. All leaves must be bagged and placed at the curb on your designated trash day. Please separate bags of trash from bags of leaves.

This collection is open to all residents, so if your trash is picked up by a service other than the City and you do not know the day of City pickup in your neighborhood, you should call City Hall at 385-1470.

Thursday
2022-11-10
November 10
The Henry County Health Center Finance Division team is hosting a Spagetti Supper from 5 to & 7 pm at the 1st Presbyterian Church in Mount Pleasant. Take out is available. Free will donation and all proceeds will benefit Florida hospital employees impacted by Hurricane Ian.

Friday
2022-11-11
November 11

The Mount Pleasant Police Department business office is closed for Veteran’s Day.
The Henry County Court House is closed for Veterans Day.

HyVee is honoring Veterans by offering a free breakfast to all vets and active duty military members. A buffet style breakfast will be available.

The New London High School is hosting a Veterans Day assembly at 9:30 am in Lorber Gym.
WMU School will once again continue the tradition of hosting a Veteran’s Day assembly for students, local veterans and their families, and community members. This year’s event will be held at 9:30 AM in the big gym. All local veterans and family members, and interested community members are encouraged to attend this meaningful event. There will be light refreshments following the assembly for veterans and their families.
The Henry County Veterans Day Observance will begin at 10:30 am in the Community Room at the Veterans Hall, located at 300 W. Monroe Street in Mount Pleasant.
Louisa County Veterans Day Ceremony– Louisa County Courthouse, Wapello 11am- Ceremony on the east side of the Court House.
Morning Sun Veterans Soup Supper– Morning Sun Community Center, Morning Sun 5:30pm- Dine-in or carry out soup supper fundraiser
Oakville Veterans Day community potluck at 6 pm at the Oakville Community Center.
Mount Pleasant High School Drama Department presents, “A Doll’s House” at 7 pm in the Heatilator Center in the Mount Pleasant Public Library Civic Center where City Hall is also located. There is a performance November 12 at 7 pm and an afternoon performance at 2 pm November 13.
The New London High School fall play, A Family Reunion To Die For, will be presented at 7 pm. Other performances will be Saturday at 2 pm and Saturday at 7 pm.

The City of Mount Pleasant’s FREE LEAF COLLECTION is scheduled for the week of November 14th. All leaves must be bagged and placed at the curb on your designated trash day. Please separate bags of trash from bags of leaves.

This collection is open to all residents, so if your trash is picked up by a service other than the City and you do not know the day of City pickup in your neighborhood, you should call City Hall at 385-1470.

Saturday
2022-11-12
November 12
The Lockridge Veterans Association and the City of Lockridge will host a brief Veterans Day Celebration. The will not be a service at the cemetery. At 8:30 am the public is invited to meet at the community center for fellowship, coffee, tea, juice and pastries. There will then be a program at 9 am. (attn. whoever reads this for reminders..the date for this is correct. TRose)
The public is invited to a Feather Party at the Mount Pleasant Veterans Hall. There will be food served from 5 to 7 pm. Raffle tickets are $2 per ticket. Win turkeys, hams and bacon. There is also grand prize of a 65 inch tv. Rod Rider will provide music for listening and dancing.
Mount Pleasant High School Drama Department presents, “A Doll’s House” at 7 pm in the Heatilator Center in the Mount Pleasant Public Library Civic Center where City Hall is also located. There is a performance at 2 pm November 13.
New London V.F.W. Post 7641 Catfish & Chicken Dinner 5:00-7:00 p.m. Catfish $12.00 Per Person Chicken $8.00 Per Person Chicken All White $9.00 Per Person Dinner Includes: Roll & Choice of 2 Sides: French Fries, Baked Beans & Coleslaw.
The New London High School fall play, A Family Reunion To Die For, will be presented at 2 pm and 7 pm.

The City of Mount Pleasant’s FREE LEAF COLLECTION is scheduled for the week of November 14th. All leaves must be bagged and placed at the curb on your designated trash day. Please separate bags of trash from bags of leaves.

This collection is open to all residents, so if your trash is picked up by a service other than the City and you do not know the day of City pickup in your neighborhood, you should call City Hall at 385-1470.

Sunday
2022-11-13
November 13
The Hillsboro Christian Church is having a Veterans Day Meal Sunday, November 13th. This is at 12pm at the Hillsboro Iowa Community Center. Everyone is invited and a freewill donation will go to the Veterans Freedom Center in Dubuque, Iowa.
The New London VFW 7641 Auxiliary is hosting a Veteran’s Brunch, from 10am-1pm at the post home at 802 East McKinley. Breakfast and lunch items will be served. A free will donation will be taken and proceeds will benefit the new Burge Cemetery Veteran’s Memorial being constructed. The public is welcome for this time of celebrating our veterans with good food and fellowship.
Mount Pleasant High School Drama Department presents, “A Doll’s House” at 2 pm in the Heatilator Center in the Mount Pleasant Public Library Civic Center where City Hall is also located.
The Southeast Iowa Band will present their fall concert at 3:00pm in the Chapel Auditorium on the Iowa Wesleyan University campus. The band is comprised of students and faculty of Iowa Wesleyan University as well as community members from throughout the Southeast Iowa region. The band is directed by Robert McConnell and Dr. Michael Knight. Guest conductors for this concert will be Jilly Cooke and Jeremiah Carter.

The City of Mount Pleasant’s FREE LEAF COLLECTION is scheduled for the week of November 14th. All leaves must be bagged and placed at the curb on your designated trash day. Please separate bags of trash from bags of leaves.

This collection is open to all residents, so if your trash is picked up by a service other than the City and you do not know the day of City pickup in your neighborhood, you should call City Hall at 385-1470.

Saturday
2022-11-14 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
December 10
Support Chief Rich Cooley in his need of a liver transplant. 3-7 p.m. auction donations can be left at the Morning Sun Library or City Hall. Cash donations can be left at MSB. Raffle starts at 3, Silent Auction at 3, and live auction at 6. Free will donation meal; pulled pork and sides starting at 4 p.m.

Tuesday
2022-11-15
November 15
The Henry County Pleasant Grove Cemetery annual meeting will be held at 7 pm at the Danville Station Library, 102 North Main Street in Danville. All cemetery lot owners are invited to attend.

Wednesday
2022-11-16
November 16
The community is invited to attend the Iowa Wesleyan University International Fair from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm in the Howe Student Activity Center Social Hall. Enjoy traditional snacks and souvenirs from 39 countries and learn about the cultural diversity at IW.
Veteran’s free will donation breakfast at The Moose Lodge Breakfast will be served from 8:30 – 11:00 with a guest speaker.

Thursday
2022-11-17
November 17
Join Addington Place of Mount Pleasant for the 6th and final Lunch For A Cause of 2022 from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. Serving Turkey Tetrazzini, Garlic Bread, Green Peas, and an Apple Turnover via carry out order or delivery. The meal will be $7.00 per order and all proceeds earned will benefit the P.E.O. Chapter OX, which will help fund their scholarship that goes to a Henry County resident that will attend Iowa Wesleyan University! To place your carry out / delivery order (minimum 4 meals), please call 319-385-7227.
Hike A Park Denning Conservation Area (Lee County) will start on Thursday November 17th to introduce visitors to different county parks. The hike will begin at 3:00pm and will be about an hour long. This hike will be meeting at Denning Conservation Area and will be led by Clay, the Lee County naturalist. There is no fee to join the hike, and no registration is required. Participants may leave at any time. There is no fee for this program.
The New London Christian Church is hosting “Grief Share…Surviving the Holidays” Sunday, November 20 from 3 to 5 pm at the Church at 2770 New London Road, room 105. There will be a video as well as a question and answer session. This is open to anyone who may be experiencing a change in holiday traditions and gatherings, especially for the first time. For more information call the church at 319-367-2627. There is no charge for this program.

Friday
2022-11-18
Due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, the Dover Historical Society will meet Friday, Nov. 18th at 1:30 pm.
The New London Christian Church is hosting “Grief Share…Surviving the Holidays” Sunday, November 20 from 3 to 5 pm at the Church at 2770 New London Road, room 105. There will be a video as well as a question and answer session. This is open to anyone who may be experiencing a change in holiday traditions and gatherings, especially for the first time. For more information call the church at 319-367-2627. There is no charge for this program.

Saturday
2022-11-19
November 19
Holiday gatherings are the perfect way to get in the spirit of the season. Addington Place of Mount Pleasant’s “Memoirs of an Evergreen” virtual event is no exception! Join us for our 4th annual festive celebration featuring wreath and tree displays brought to you by local businesses and talents in the area! These festive pieces will be auctioned off virtually on our Facebook Page and all proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association! Rules on how to bid will be posted on our Facebook page as the auction nears on the 19th. Call 319-385-7227 for more information and to be a donor for the cause!
This is the first Saturday of the Mount Pleasant Winter Market. It will be held at the Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge, on Saunders Street on the West edge of Mount Pleasant from 9 am to noon. The other market dates are November 26, December 3 and December 10.
Help to Others (H2O) Holiday Craft and Vendor show 9-1 in Manning Hall at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 607 S. Jackson Street, Mount Pleasant. Lots of vendors with a large variety of great Christmas gifts to choose from! Luncheon includes cinnamon rolls, hot turkey dressing sandwhiches, hot chicken sandwiches, thick and delicious soups, chili, and bread pudding with hot butter sauce.
Mount Pleasant Festival of Lights Fun Run/Walk thru the Old Threshers campground from 5:30 to 8 pm. $5 per person. Kids 4 and under are free. No vehicles allowed until November 23.
A free workshop for those experiencing grief, or helping others with their journey. The workshop will end with a soup lunch. Based on the book Tear Soup: A Recipe for Healing After Loss in the Burlington Public Library, Classroom A beginning at 10 a.m. This workshop is open to the public. Registration is required. For more information or to register, please call Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice at 319-768-3350.

Sunday
2022-11-20
November 20
22nd Annual T.T.T Tour of Homes from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults at the door, $12 in advance from Brown’s Shoe Fit in Mount Pleasant or any T.T.T member, Children 13 and under are $6. The homes are Lisa & Jason Goody, 1800 S. Walnut; Sue Frary, 1845 249th St.; Anita & Mike Hampton, 2083 Hwy 34; Kat & Rob Zeglen, 102 S. Adams St., Olds.
This is Transgender Day of Remembrance. There will be a vigil at 3 pm at the flagpole at the center of the Iowa Wesleyan University campus to reflect on the importance of this day honoring the member of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.
For the 32nd time the churches of Trenton will gather to share in a service of worship at 6:30 PM. The host congregation this year is Green Mound Church of God at 1275 Merrimac Road. The Offering received will be divided between The Fellowship Cup and Tolson Community Action Center. Refreshments and fellowship will be offered following the service. Everyone is invited to share in this time of Thanksgiving.

Tuesday
2022-11-22
The Mount Pleasant Christian School will not have Taco Tuesday this week. They will serve again next Tuesday on the 29th. The Knight’s Council (Student Council) will be serving that night to raise funds for school activities.
For anyone in New London who cannot attend the Community Thanksgiving Dinner at Clark Elementary, you can call or text 319-457-0110 by 5 pm on Wednesday to have a meal delivered.
Donate a pie or dessert for the Mount Pleasant Community Thanksgiving Day meal during the KILJ/Wayland State Bank Pi Deposit event on November 23 at the bank’s location on South Main Street in Mount Pleasant from 2 to 4 pm. KILJ will be there to broadcast live.

Wednesday
2022-11-23
The Henry County Extension Office is closed today, Thursday and Friday.
KILJ is live from the Mount Pleasant Wayland State Bank location from 2 to 4 pm for the annual Pie Deposit. Bring a pie or any dessert to the bank during that time. The desserts we collect are for the Mount Pleasant Community Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day at the First United Methodist Church.
5 pm today is the deadline to reserve a delivered meal on Thanksgiving Day in New London. Call or text 319-457-0110.

The Mount Pleasant Public Library will be closing today (November 23) at 5pm, and will be closed Thursday (November 24) and Friday (November 25) for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

The Mount Pleasant Festival of Lights Drive Thru Holiday Park in the Old Threshers campground officially opens for the holiday season. Hours are 5:30 to 9 pm each evening now thru December 31. Admission: Family vehicle $10, Limo $25, Mini Coach $30 and Motor Coach $60. Santa will be there November 25, 26 and 27 and again December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 and 16th thru 23.

Thursday
2022-11-24
November 24 Thanksgiving Day
The Mount Pleasant City Offices are closed. Thursday garbage will be collected Friday.

The Mount Pleasant Public Library will be closed today and Friday (November 25) for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

The Mount Pleasant Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be served from 11 am to 1 pm at the First United Methodist. This is open to everyone.

The 11th Annual New London Community Free Thanksgiving Dinner will be held at the Clark Elementary Cafeteria from 11:30 am to 1 pm.
Come to WACO High School on Thanksgiving Day from 11am until 1pm to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal with others in our community. Take out meals are available, but there will not be delivery this year.

Friday
2022-11-25
November 25
The Mount Pleasant City Offices are closed. However, Thursday garbage will be collected today.
The Mount Pleasant Public Library is closed today. Normal hours resume Saturday.
The Mount Pleasant Chamber Office is closed today.
The Henry County Extension is closed today.
Santa will be available for visits during the Mount Pleasant Festival of Lights tonight, Saturday night and Sunday night.
The Fairfield Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony festivities begin at 5:30 pm in the Fairfield Central Park.

Saturday
2022-11-26
Olds Fire Department Pancake Breakfast served from 6 am to 10 for a free will donation. Dine-in or carry out.
The Mount Pleasant Winter Market is taking place from 9 am to noon at the Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge, 108 N. Saunders Avenue.
New London V.F.W. Post 7641 Catfish & Chicken Dinner 5:00-7:00 p.m. Catfish $12.00 Per Person Chicken $8.00 Per Person Chicken All White $9.00 Per Person Dinner Includes: Roll & Choice of 2 Sides: French Fries, Baked Beans & Coleslaw.
Monday, November 28 at 5 pm is the deadline to submit a snow removal bid for the Mount Pleasant Childcare Center. If anyone is interested in bidding the job, please contact the director or drop a bid off at the Center, 304 E. Washington Street.

Sunday
2022-11-27
The Mount Pleasant FFA is holding a bake sale from 8 am to noon during the Little Kids Wrestling Tournament at the Mount Pleasant High School on South Grand Avenue.

Monday
2022-11-28
November 28
5 pm today is the deadline to submit a snow removal bid for the Mount Pleasant Childcare Center. If anyone is interested in bidding the job, please contact the director or drop a bid off at the Center, 304 E. Washington Street.

Tuesday
2022-11-29
The Mount Pleasant Christian School is serving Tacos from 5 to 6:30 pm at the school on East Washington Street. Dine in or to go. Call 319-385-8613 to order pickup. Soft shell beef or chicken tacos. Fried or not. Walking tacos, chips and homemade salsa also available. This week the student council is serving in order to raise funds for school activities. There will also be live Christian music featuring the First Assembly of God Church worship band.
The Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge, at 108 N. Saunders, is serving tacos from 5 to 7 pm.
The Henry County Extension office is hosting a Farm Owners and Operators meeting December 5 from 8 am to 12:30 pm. Today is the deadline to register by contacting the office at 319-385-8126. The registration fee is $40 per person.

Wednesday
2022-11-30
The Henry County Engineer’s Office announces a lane closure on Iowa Avenue south of Mount Pleasant, between 265th Street and 270th Street for a concrete patch. The northbound lane will be closed starting Thursday, December 1 and expected to reopen late Friday, December 2. Portable traffic lights will be in place so expect delays and use caution. Questions can be answered at 319-385-0762.

Thursday
2022-12-01
December 1
Senator Chuck Grassley’s regional director will be at the Fairfield City Hall in the Council Chambers from 9 am to 10 am and at the Mount Pleasant City Hall from noon to 1 pm. This is an opportunity for Iowans to seek assistance regarding a personal issue with a federal agency or wishing to share views on matters of federal policy.
Welcome to Pleasantville! Mount Pleasant’s Annual Holiday on Main begins with the Holiday Parade at 5 pm featuring the Grand Marshals, Jim and Marlene DePriest. Santa will be in his house from 6 to 7:30 pm. There will be horse and carraige rides, roasted chestnuts, smores station and Mrs. Clause will be reading stories. There will be cookie decorating and letters to Santa plus the Grinch and Cindy Loo Who photos.
Mount Pleasant music students are reminded that Fruit sale pickup is this Saturday, December 3rd, from 8am-11am at Wilson Distribution (105 N. McCoy—MtP). THIS IS THE ONLY DATE/TIME FOR STUDENTS TO PICK UP THEIR FRUIT SALE ORDERS, SO PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO DO SO! If students have questions/need more specific directions/map for pickup, they should talk to their band instructor.

Friday
2022-12-02
There are poinsettias for sale for $12 each at the Henry County Extension office in Mount Pleasant until noon today and again on Monday. This is a fundraiser for Henry County 4H that will help cover the membership fees for the 4H’ers.
Saturday, December 3rd, from 8am-11am at Wilson Distribution.,105 N. McCoy, Mount Pleasant music students should pick up their fruit sale orders. THIS IS THE ONLY DATE/TIME FOR STUDENTS TO PICK UP THEIR FRUIT SALE ORDERS, SO PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO DO SO! If students have questions/need more specific directions/map for pickup, they should talk to their band instructor.

Saturday
2022-12-03
December 3
Saturday, December 3rd, from 8am-11am at Wilson Distribution.,105 N. McCoy, Mount Pleasant music students should pick up their fruit sale orders. THIS IS THE ONLY DATE/TIME FOR STUDENTS TO PICK UP THEIR FRUIT SALE ORDERS, SO PLEASE MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO DO SO! If students have questions/need more specific directions/map for pickup, they should talk to their band instructor.
This is the final day the Mount Pleasant City Compost site will be open this season. Hours are 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located where Yocum Lane meets Hoaglin Drive.
The annual Faith Lutheran Church Cookie Walk will be held from 8 am to noon. There will be Christmas cookies and more.
West Burlington United Methodist Church Bake Sale from 8 am to noon. The Church is located across the Street from the Firehouse at 308 Broadway Street.
The Mount Pleasant Winter Market is taking place from 9 am to noon at the Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge, 108 N. Saunders Avenue.
The Mount Pleasant Christian School Annual Christmas Market will be held from 9 am to 2 pm. In addition to 20 vendors there will be a large bake sale. The Knight’s Council will be serving breakfast and lunch and concessions will be available from 8:30 am to 1:30 am.
The Grinch will be at the Mount Pleasant Public Library from 9 am to 10 am. There will be self-guided crafts and activities for the kids. event details are available on the library’s website and facebook page.
New London Elementary students kindergarten thru 6th grade can come to Clark Elementary from noon to 5 pm to shop for a family member of your choice. Elves will be there to help the kids with their shopping and gift warping. Adults can enjoy hot chocolate and bake sale while waiting on their little shoppers.
The annual Calvary Baptist Christmas Cantata will be performed at 6:30 pm this evening and Sunday evening. A dessert reception will be held following each performance. This is a free event. The church is located on Mapleleaf Drive in Mount Pleasant.
Spend an evening immersed in the sights and sounds of Christmas with Iowa Wesleyan University. This signature holiday event will feature performances from The Mount Pleasant Chorale, The IW Choir, Primae Voces, SEISO Chamber Orchestra, and more. Admission is free and open to the public. All free-will donations support students in the IW Music Program. Choose from two performance dates: Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4. Doors open at 6:15pm, service-concert begins at 7:00pm.
Mt. Pleasant Community PTA’s 27th Annual Kids’ Christmas Shopping Event from 8am-12pm at the Mount Pleasant Middle School. An annual event put on by the PTA and a host of volunteers, where kids’ get to shop for their family members. Parents get a chance to shop the bake sale too! Funds raised go directly back to the schools. They are looking for donations, volunteers and baked goods! Contact the PTA by calling 319-504-0002 or emailing mpdistrictpta@gmail.com

Sunday
2022-12-04
December 4
There will be an open house at the future site of All God’s Creatures, an animal shelter coming to Henry County. During the open house from 2-4 pm there will be a building tour, information and updates, and volunteer sign ups. Bring your own pet if you wish. The building is located at 2205 E. Washington Street in Mount Pleasant.
The annual Calvary Baptist Christmas Cantata will be performed at 6:30 pm. A dessert reception will be held following each performance. This is a free event. The church is located on Mapleleaf Drive in Mount Pleasant.
Spend an evening immersed in the sights and sounds of Christmas with Iowa Wesleyan University. This signature holiday event will feature performances from The Mount Pleasant Chorale, The IW Choir, Primae Voces, SEISO Chamber Orchestra, and more. Admission is free and open to the public. All free-will donations support students in the IW Music Program. Doors open at 6:15pm, service-concert begins at 7:00pm.
Community Brunch at the Twin Lakes Golf Club from 9:30-1:00. All are welcome, free will donation.

Tuesday
2022-12-06
The Mount Pleasant Christian School is serving Tacos from 5 to 6:30 pm at the school on East Washington Street. Dine in or to go. Call 319-385-8613 to order pickup. Soft shell beef or chicken tacos. Fried or not. Walking tacos, chips and homemade salsa also available.
The Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge, at 108 N. Saunders, is serving tacos from 5 to 7 pm.

Wednesday
2022-12-07
December 7th
Join Addington Place of Mount Pleasant on Wednesday, December 7th, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM! The bearded man himself, Santa Claus, will be at the community…and so will his reindeer! Free photo opportunities will be available with the reindeer, provided by Red Barn Reindeer. Enjoy complimentary cookies with Santa as you sip a cup of hot cocoa from our Hot Cocoa Bar! Bring the kids so they can write a letter to Santa to be put into his North Pole Mailbox! We will also have a Reindeer Food Making Station. Families can take their reindeer food with them to use on Christmas Eve! Come believe in the magic of Christmas at Addington Place of Mount Pleasant!
