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Tuesday
2022-03-29
March 29
Rich Hileman will present the final Harlan Lincoln House Brown Bag lecture at noon in the Howe Student Activity Center Social Hall. The topic will be Lincoln’s Iowa Cousins. This is free and open to the public. Feel free to bring your lunch.
No Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School. But serving will resume April 5.
National Vietnam War Veterans Day will be commemorated with a special observance at the Mount Pleasant Veterans Club at 6 pm. The community is encouraged to attend.

Sunday
2022-03-27
March 27
The WACO Drama Department presents a trio of plays at 1:30 pm in the school gym in Wayland. Both Junior and Senior High students will perform. Admission is $5.00. Drinks and snacks will be available in the concession stand.
The stoplight at Iris and Washington Street in Mount Pleasant is currently flashing. It will remain that way thru the weekend until repairs can be made on Monday.

Saturday
2022-03-26
March 26
The Mount Pleasant Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast will be held in the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall from 6:30 to 11 am. Pancakes and sausage with milk, juice and coffee for a free will donation. Money raised will support youth in Mount Pleasant.
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. Sides: French Fries, Baked Beans & Coleslaw.
The New London Dollars for Scholars Auction begins at 5 p.m. Money raised will be used to increase the funds available to award in scholarships this year. The auction is at the Charles Lorber Gymnasium in New London, IA. Visit their Facebook page “New London, Iowa- Dollars for Scholars” for more information.
The WACO Drama Department presents a trio of plays at 7 pm this evening and again at 1:30 p on Sunday in the school gym in Wayland. Both Junior and Senior High students will perform. Admission is $5.00. Drinks and snacks will be available in the concession stand.
The stoplight at Iris and Washington Street in Mount Pleasant is currently flashing. It will remain that way thru the weekend until repairs can be made on Monday.

Friday
2022-03-25
March 25
St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Mount Pleasant offers the community an opportunity to join in a world wide prayer event for Ukraine. Pope Francis has reached out asking all of us to pray at the same time all over the world. There will be a special prayer service at 11 am at St. Alphonsus. All are welcome to attend. You do not have to be Catholic. The church is handicap accessible and located on South Jackson.
Mount Pleasant KC Fish Fry Manning Hall at St. Alphonsus Church, Mt Pleasant. Serving 5:30-7 PM. $12/adult $6/child. Choice of fish or shrimp dinner including french fries, dinner roll and one side (applesauce or coleslaw). Pick Up at the Kitchen Door on North Side of Manning Hall corner of Webster and South Jackson Streets, or get your called in order at Manning Hall and stay to eat. All meals need to be preordered by 8 pm Thursday. Call to order: 319-931-5466.
The stoplight at Iris and Washington Street in Mount Pleasant is currently flashing. It will remain that way thru the weekend until repairs can be made on Monday.

Thursday
2022-03-24
March 24
Join Addington Place of Mt. Pleasant for the 2nd Lunch For A Cause of 2022 on Thursday, March 24th, from 11:30 AM to 1 PM. They will be serving an open faced roast beef sandwich with mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and a zesty lemon bar via carry out order. The meal will be $7.00 per order and all proceeds earned will benefit Midwest Old Threshers (Structural repairs to the log village). Delivery option available on 4 or more group orders. To place your carry out order, please call us at 319-385-7227!
WMU will host the Southeast Iowa Superconference High School Select Band at 6:30 pm. Students from numerous area schools will be in attendance for this event. The guest conductor for the 6:30 PM concert will be Steve Stickney, director of bands at Mt. Mercy University in Cedar Rapids. There will be a nominal admission charge at the door.
Orders for the March 25 St. Alphonsus Fish Fry on Friday night must be called in by this afternoon. Call 319-931-5466.

Wednesday
2022-03-23
March 23
The first day of the Mount Pleasant Farmer’s Market is today from 4-6 p.m. The Farmer’s Market is every week until October 15th 4-6 Wednesdays and 8:30-11 Saturdays.

Tuesday
2022-03-22 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
March 22
Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School will be held from 5 to 6:30 pm serving beef or chicken tacos, walking tacos, super nachos, chips and salsa, pop and water. There is also a black bean vegetarian option. Dine in or order to go at 385-8613. The school is located at 1505 East Washington Street.
From 11 – 3 in the Social Hall of the Howe Student Activity Center, Iowa Wesleyan University is holding a career expo for Iowa Wesleyan students, Southeastern Community College students, and community members. The career expo gives students and employers the chance to meet one another, develop a professional relationship, and discuss potential job and/or internship opportunities. We encourage students and community members to dress appropriately for the expo and bring copies of their resume. For more information, visit iw.edu.
The Henry County Soil & Water Conservation District Commissioners will hold their monthly meeting at 3.30. This meeting will be held by conference call if you are interested in attending call the office at 319-385-2824 ext 3 for call-in information. Tentative agenda items include approve minutes, watershed reports, cost share approvals and payments and other district business.
The Lee County Economic Development Group is holding an open house to celebrate the opening of the new office at 2495 280th Street in Montrose from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. There will be beverages and hors d’oeuvres.

Sunday
2022-03-20
March 20
The Mount Pleasant High School presents the spring musical, “The Wedding Singer” at 2 pm at the Heatilator Center.
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra performs at 2 pm at the Capital Theater in Burlington and again at 6:30 pm in the Chapel Auditorium on the Iowa Wesleyan University campus in Mount Pleasant.
The Yarmouth Fire Department is holding a soup supper at the Yarmouth School Gym. Serving chili or oyster soup from 4 to 8 pm. There will also be sandwiches, ice tea, lemonade, coffee and dessert. Sign up for door prizes and there will be a pie auction and raffle.

Saturday
2022-03-19
March 19
The Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a legislative forum from 7:30 to 9 am at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center.
1st Annual Spring-tacular Vendor Show. A vendor blender to kick off the spring season! Various vendors, antiques, crafts and everyone’s favorite product vendors. Come check it out! Food Concessions available on site. March 19th, 10 am to 6pm and March 20th Noon to 6pm. Veteran’s Hall 300 West Monroe Street.
The Oakville United Methodist Promise Circle is hosting the 32nd annual taco supper from 5 to 7:30 pm at the Oakville Community Building. Serving Homemade tacos, taco baskets, hamburgers, desserts and drinks for a free will donation.
The Winfield Fine Arts Departments present the annual Cafe Concert at 7 pm in the big gym. Bleacher seating without dessert is $5 for all ages. Tickets for table seating with dessert are $10 for adults and $7 for students. Those should be purchased in advance by contacting the school.
The Cotillion Club announces the fourth dance of the 2022 schedule. Ned Francis will play your favorites at THE EAGLES LODGE in Burlington, Iowa. Dance from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., open to the public, singles welcome and we encourage you to become members for 2022-2023. Cover charge is $12.50 per person for non-members, masks optional, snack food will be served.
The Mount Pleasant High School presents the spring musical, “The Wedding Singer” at 7 pm at the Heatilator Center. There will be a final performance Sunday at 2 pm.
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra performs at 7:30 pm at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa. There will be another performance Sunday afternoon at 2 p m at the Capital Theater in Burlington and again on Sunday at 6:30 pm in the Iowa Wesleyan University Chapel Auditorium.

Friday
2022-03-18
March 18
Fish Fry at the Houghton Knights of Columbus Hall serving from 5 to 8 pm.
The Mount Pleasant High School presents the spring musical, “The Wedding Singer” at 7 pm at the Heatilator Center. There will be performances Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 2 pm.
Mount Pleasant KC Fish Fry Manning Hall at St. Alphonsus Church, Mt Pleasant. Serving 5:30-7 PM. $12/adult $6/child. Choice of fish or shrimp dinner including french fries, dinner roll and one side (applesauce or coleslaw). Pick Up at the Kitchen Door on North Side of Manning Hall corner of Webster and South Jackson Streets, or get your called in order at Manning Hall and stay to eat. All meals need to be preordered by 8 pm Thursday. Call to order: 319-931-5466

Thursday
2022-03-17
March 17 St. Patrick’s Day
“Hike A Park Wilson Lake” will start at 3 pm at the main entrance parking lot of Wilson Lake in Lee County. There’s no charge and no registration for this 1 to 4 mile hike, how far you walk is up to you.
Main Street Mount Pleasant businesses invite you to the Saving of the Green Beer Walk from 5-7 pm. Enjoy music, drinks and fun at participating businesses.
St. Patrick’s Supper at the Opera House in Bonaparte serving corn beef and cabbage, beef stew, cornbread and desserts. Eat in or carry out. Serving begins at 4:30 pm. To place an order call 641-919-0882 or 319-217-1048. All proceeds benefit the Bonaparte United Church Building Fund.
VFW Post 7641 in New London will serve corned beef and cabbage beginning at 5 P.M. until 7 P.M. or until gone. The cost is by Free Will donation. The proceeds will go towards replacing the windows at the New London Dover Museum. The public is invited.
The Mount Pleasant High School presents the spring musical, “The Wedding Singer” at 7 pm at the Heatilator Center. There will be performances Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 2 pm.

Wednesday
2022-03-16
March 16
The Henry County Historic Preservation Commission plans to meet at 1:00pm at the Henry County Courthouse. The public is invited to attend.
A member of Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks staff will be at the Kalona City Hall in Washington County from 2 to 3 pm to answer questions and assist with issues of concern.

Tuesday
2022-03-15
March 15
A member of the staff for Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks will be at the Greater Burlington Partnership office in Burlington from 10 to 11 am, at the Henry County Courthouse in Mount Pleasant from noon to 1 pm and at the Columbus Junction City Hall from 2 to 3 pm. This is an opportunity to ask questions and seek help on issues of concern.
This week’s Harlan-Lincoln House Brown Bag Lecture will be presented by Jeff Meyer. His topic is “Did You Hear About The Lady Lawyer?” The presentation will be held at noon in the Howe Student Activity Center Social Hall. It is free and open to the public. Feel free to bring your lunch.
Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School will be held from 5 to 6:30 pm serving beef or chicken tacos, walking tacos, super nachos, chips and salsa, pop and water. There is also a black bean vegetarian option. Dine in or order to go at 385-8613. The school is located at 1505 East Washington Street.
Mount Pleasant Elementary Choral Festival starts at 7 pm at the High School.

Monday
2022-03-14
March 14
Someone from the staff of Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks will be at the Jefferson County Court House in Fairfield from 10 to 11 am, at the Farmington American Legion in Farmington from noon to 1 pm and at the Lee County Administrative Building in Ft. Madison from 2 to 3 pm. This is an opportunity to ask questions and seek help with any issues of concern.

Sunday
2022-03-13
March 13
Mount Pleasant High School music concert at 2 pm at the High School.
The Southeast Iowa Band will present their spring concert on Sunday, March 13 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 concert is free and open to the public.
Salem Fire and Rescue will be hosting a soup supper from 4-7 followed by a silent auction at 6:30.

Saturday
2022-03-12
March 12
The Mount Pleasant Chamber is hosting a legislative breakfast on from 8:30 am – 10:00 am at the Masonic Lodge, 206 N. Main. Following the legislators’ remarks and questions from the Chamber, they will open the floor for questions from the audience. This event is open to the public and reservations are not necessary. Jeff Reichman and Joe Mitchell will be the legislators in attendance.
The annual Southeast Iowa STEMFest will be held on the SCC West Burlington campus from 10 am to 1 pm. This is a free family friendly event with lots of hands-on activities for all ages.
The New London Holiday Stroll committee is hosting a soup supper from 3:30 to 7 pm at the New London Community Building…chili, chicken noodle,gumbo and rice and Keto ham and potato. $6 for a bowl of soup and dessert. Proceeds support the annual stroll.
WMU and the Prairie Fire Childrens Theatre present Snow White at 4:00 PM in the small gym.Tickets for these performances will be $10 for adults, and $7 for seniors/students, and available for purchase at the door.
Join the Big Red Pride & Twin Lakes at the Tin Lakes Golf & Country Club as they host a Trivia Night Fundraiser. Meal 5:30. Games 7:30. All are welcome.
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. Sides: French Fries, Baked Beans & Coleslaw
The Hillsboro Fire Department will be hosting a free will donation Spaghetti Dinner from 5-7 with bingo following at 7. Bingo cards are 5 cents each.
Set your clock one hour ahead when you go to bed. It’s time to “Spring” forward into Daylight Savings Time. It’s also a good reminder to check the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

Friday
2022-03-11
March 11
Fish Fry at the Houghton Knights of Columbus Hall from 5 to 8 p. Serving fish fillets, jumbo shrimp and french fries. Includes two sides. $12 for adults and $6 for children. This week the fish fry is hosted by the HTC Athletic Board.
The Mount Pleasant High School Chamber Choir is performing a joint concert with Bradley University Chorale at 7:00 pm at the First United Methodist Church. The public is invited.
Mount Pleasant KC Fish Fry Manning Hall at St. Alphonsus Church, Mt Pleasant. Serving 5:30-7 PM. $12/adult $6/child. Choice of fish or shrimp dinner including french fries, dinner roll and one side (applesauce or coleslaw). Pick Up at the Kitchen Door on North Side of Manning Hall corner of Webster and South Jackson Streets, or get your called in order at Manning Hall and stay to eat. All meals need to be preordered by 8 pm Thursday. Call to order: 319-931-5466
WMU and the Prairie Fire Childrens Theatre present Snow White Friday with an opening night performance on Friday at 7:00 PM and at 4:00 PM on Saturday (March 12th) in the small gym.Tickets for these performances will be $10 for adults, and $7 for seniors/students, and available for purchase at the door.

Tuesday
2022-03-08
March 8
Friends of the Harlan-Lincoln House present “Folk Cottages of Southeast Iowa” with Paul Larson at noon in the Howe Student Activity Center Social Hall. This week’s Brown Bag Lecture is free and open to the public. Bring your lunch.
Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School will be held from 5 to 6:30 pm serving beef or chicken tacos, walking tacos, super nachos, chips and salsa, pop and water. There is also a black bean vegetarian option. Dine in or order to go at 385-8613. The school is located at 1505 East Washington Street.
Due to the weather, the Henry County Conservation Department has decided to cancel the maple syrup program that was scheduled for this evening.

Monday
2022-03-07
March 7
The Washington County Extension Office, 4-H & Youth Committee and the County Council are sponsoring 4-H Fire Up! New Member Event for 4-H members and parents/guardians. Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 13 from 1:30-4:00 p.m. at the Washington County Extension Office. Today is the deadline to register at https://tinyurl.com/4HFireUp22. For more information on Washington County 4-H contact the Washington County Extension Office at 319-653-4811.
The Mount Pleasant High School I-Jag students are doing a tip night at the Mount Pleasant Pizza Ranch as a fundraising effort.
Due to the weather, the Henry County Conservation Department has decided to cancel the maple syrup program that was scheduled for Tuesday evening.

Sunday
2022-03-06
March 6th
The Twin Lakes Golf Course Community Brunch from 9:30 – 1:00. Free will donation, 108 Golf Cir Winfield, IA.

Saturday
2022-03-05
March 5
Mount Pleasant Christian School high school students are holding a pancake breakfast fundraiser from 8 am to 10 am at the school on East Washington Street. The funds will help with the cost of the students’ banquet.
Author Denise McCormick will be back at the Mount Pleasant Library on Saturday March 5 at 11 AM to celebrate the recent release of her book, Never Mind the Monkey Mind. She will read from her book, sign books, and will hold a writer’s workshop for attendees of the program.

There is a fund raiser event for Konnor Meth at the Moose Lodge on Saunders Avenue in Mount Pleasant beginning at 3 pm. Konor has been diagnosed with brain cancer. He and his wife have 3 kids and twins on the way. A pork meal with two sides will be served for a free will donation. The live auction starts at 6 pm and there will be music by Mike Ripple.
The Henderson County Olde Tymers are hosting a soup supper at the St. Patrick’s Community Center in Raritan, Illinois from 4 to 7 pm for a free will donation.
The Winfield Mt.Union Senior Class presents Mr. WMU 2022 at 7 pm at the school. Admission is $5.00. The contestants will also be collecting donations as part of the competition so bring extra cash!
Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church is hosting a Beach Party Trivia Night at the Mount Pleasant Veterans Hall. Food will be served starting at 5:30 pm and trivia starts at 7 pm.
Ft Madison FFA Labor Auction and regular auction starting at 7 pm. A pork loin dinner will be served starting at 6 pm for a free will donation. This event will be held at the Elks Lodge at 719 Avenue H in Ft. Madison.

Friday
2022-03-04 08:00 - 17:00
March 25
Join Addington Place of Mount Pleasant at 1:00 PM and grow as you learn the in’s and out’s of how greenhouses work! Presenter Jamie Kramer will take you down the garden path of knowledge and also demonstrate how to make a prosperous fairy garden! This presentation is free and open to the public.

Saturday
2022-03-04
March 4
Houghton Knights of Columbus Fish Fry at the KC Hall in Houghton from 5 to 8 pm. Serving whole catfish, shrimp or swai fillets along with two sides.
Two rock’n’roll pioneers, on tour together for the very first time… Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly grace the stage in this ultra-realistic experience where fantasy becomes reality. Join The Fairfield Arts & Convention Center tonight at 7:30 for an exciting holographic experience.

Thursday
2022-03-03
March 3
Mt. Pleasant Main Street Art Center is hosting a reception from 5-7pm for the all members show. This show will feature artwork from gallery’s affiliated artist members. The theme is “New Beginnings”. Please stop in to meet the artists and to hear some wonderful music provided by guitarist Bret Netherton. The Gallery is located at 106 S. Main Street.

Mount Pleasant Middle School Band Concert at 7 pm at the High School

Tuesday
2022-03-01
March 1
Friends of the Harlan-Lincoln House Brown Bag Lecture will be “Pieces of the Past: The Harlans and the Lincolns” presented by Paul Juhl at noon in the Howe Student Activity Social Hall. Free and open to the public. Feel free to bring your lunch.
New London School district will be holding parent teacher conferences on Tuesday, March 1st and Thursday, March 3rd. Both parent teacher conference days and Wednesday will be dismissed at 2:15. There will be no school then on Friday, March 4 and Monday, March 7.
No Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School. See you March 8!
Fat Tuesday Supper will be held at Winfield United Methodist Church Basement on Tuesday, March 1. Serving from 5-7 pm. free will donation. Menu- Pancakes, sausage & drinks. Everyone welcome!
Almost All Choral Night at MPCHS, at 7:00 pm, featuring choral groups grades 6-12 and will include Chain Reaction and InMotion show choirs. Free admission.

Monday
2022-02-28
February 28
Player’s Workshop in Burlington will hold open auditions for The Kitchen Witches from 7:00 to 900 p.m. at the workshop; parts are available for 2 women (40-50 age) and 2 adult males (one in his 30’s and the other open). Call director Ron Teater at 319-759-2818 for more information

Sunday
2022-02-27
February 27
Three Rivers Tractor Club is hosting a tractor show at Westland Mall in West Burlington.
Player’s Workshop in Burlington will hold open auditions for The Kitchen Witches on Feb. 27-28 from 7:00 to 900 p.m. at the workshop; parts are available for 2 women (40-50 age) and 2 adult males (one in his 30’s and the other open). Call director Ron Teater at 319-759-2818 for more information.

Saturday
2022-02-26
February 26
Three Rivers Tractor Club is hosting a tractor show at Westland Mall in West Burlington today and Sunday.
The Midwest Old Threshers Miss Sweet 16 Program is proud to announce they will be hosting a fundraiser this year. Their fundraiser is called Royal-Tea. It’s an event for a mom/aunt/grandma to bring the young girls in their lives to. Guests get to do crafts, have tea and refreshments, along with getting to know the Sweet 16/17 Royalty! They are so very excited to be hosting this event and hope to see everyone there!
The Kenny Norton Southeast Iowa Farm Show will be held at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center from 9 am to 3 pm. Admission is free. Lunch by the Jefferson County Beef Producers is available for purchase from 11 am to 2 pm. Iowa Secretary Mike Naig will speak from noon to 1 pm. The evening concert at 7:30 pm features Wade Hayes.
Iowa Wesleyan University presents, “Anything Goes-A Music Variety Show at 7 pm in the Chapel Auditorium. General Admission is $10.
Players Workshop of Burlington invites you to come aboard and meet the Passengers at the bus station. Passengers will run thru Sunday at the Workshop, 1431 Grove St., Burlington; all performances begin at 7:30 p.m., except for the 2:00 matinee on Feb. 27.
New London V.F.W. Post 7641 Catfish & Chicken Dinner from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Catfish $12.00 Per Person, Chicken $8.00 Per Person, and Chicken All White $9.00 Per Person. Dinner Includes: Roll & Choice of 2 Sides. Sides: French Fries, Baked Beans & Coleslaw

Friday
2022-02-25
February 25
Three Rivers Tractor Club is hosting a tractor show at Westland Mall in West Burlington today, Friday and Saturday.
Players Workshop of Burlington invites you to come aboard and meet the Passengers at the bus station. Passengers will run thru Sunday at the Workshop, 1431 Grove St., Burlington; all performances begin at 7:30 p.m., except for the 2:00 matinee on Feb. 27.

Thursday
2022-02-24
February 24
The Mount Pleasant boys basketball game with Marion tonight has been postponed to Friday night at 7 pm at Center Point Urbana.
The Fairfield Concert Association presents, “The Kassia Ensemble” at 7:30 pm at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center.
Players Workshop of Burlington invites you to come aboard and meet the Passengers at the bus station. Passengers will run 24-27, 2022, at the Workshop, 1431 Grove St., Burlington; all performances begin at 7:30 p.m., except for the 2:00 matinee on Feb. 27.
