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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260814
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SUMMARY:Friday
DESCRIPTION:Back to School Bash on Main- Celebrate the end of summer with music\, activities\, and back-to-school fun! \nMt. Pleasant Cruise Night on the Square- Join the 20th Century Car Club for the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Cruise Nights  from 5:30-8:30pm as they showcase classic cars and trucks\, accompanied by a live band in the park!
URL:https://kilj.com/event/194319/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260814
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SUMMARY:Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 08/13/2026 from 03:30 pm – 06:00 pm at Keosauqua Senior Center and at United Presbyterian Church from 01:30 pm – 06:30 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: \n8/13/26 Van Buren County \n8/13/26 Washington Community
URL:https://kilj.com/event/thursday-20/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260812
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SUMMARY:Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 08/11/26 from 03:00 pm – 06:00 pm at Faith Christian Outreach Church/Mt. Pleasant. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 8/11/26 Faith Christian Outreach Church
URL:https://kilj.com/event/tuesday-20/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
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SUMMARY:Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Take the Scenic Route to One of Southeast Iowa’s Most Unique Events! Experience the countryside like never before during the J40 Farm Crawl in the Villages of Van Buren County\, Iowa! This isn’t your typical farm tour. It’s a chance to step off the beaten path and experience authentic rural life. From 9a to 4 p today\, meet local farmers\, visit family-owned farms\, chat one-on-one with Amish families\, watch skilled artisans at work\, cuddle farm animals\, stroll through colorful flower fields\, and discover fresh foods and handmade treasures along the Historic Hills Scenic Byway J40 (west of Keosauqua). Every stop has its own story\, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the people\, traditions\, and craftsmanship that make Van Buren County so special. Visit the Villages of Van Buren website or social media for more information on the J40 Farm Crawl.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/saturday-8/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
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SUMMARY:Friday
DESCRIPTION:The Salem Farmers Market is open from 4:30pm – 7:30pm on the west side of Salem City Park.  The farmers market is open on the first and third Friday of the month through September 18! \nCommunity Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 08/07/26 from 08:30 am – 11:00 am at City of Sigourney Offices and at Henry County Health Center from 12:30 pm – 03:00 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: \n8/7/26 Sigourney AM \n8/7/26 Henry County Health Center \nThe Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Fun Day Golf Outing on Friday\, August 7\, 2026\, at the Mount Pleasant Golf and Country Club. Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. with a 12:00 p.m. tee off.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/friday-8/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260804
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTSTAMP:20260609T200857Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 08/04/26 from 03:45 pm – 07:00 pm at Hope Lutheran Church\, Germanville. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 8/4/26 Hope Lutheran Church\, Germanville
URL:https://kilj.com/event/tuesday-10/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260804
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SUMMARY:Monday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 08/03/26 from 02:00 pm – 06:30 pm at Ainsworth Community Church and at Faith Lutheran Church/Mt. Pleasant from 03:00 pm – 06:15 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: \n8/3/26 Ainsworth Community \n8/3/26 Faith Lutheran Church
URL:https://kilj.com/event/monday-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTSTAMP:20260629T161921Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday
DESCRIPTION:The 8th annual Trenton Car Show from 11am – 4pm is rain or shine\, has no entry fee\, door prizes\, and a 50/50 raffle! This event is held in Trenton Park (10 miles NW of Mt. Pleasant) and features cars\, trucks\, and motorcycles from all decades. Grab some food at Wesley Chapel or Wilson’s BBQ and listen to music by DJ Ken Michaels!
URL:https://kilj.com/event/saturday-12/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731
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SUMMARY:Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Xanadu Jr. Musical Production- Join the Fairfeild Youth Performing Arts (FYPA)\, a free\, regional performing arts program based in Fairfeild for their performance of Xanadu Jr.\, a youth forward\, high energy\, joyful show\, at 7:00pm! \nCommunity Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/30/2026 at Bethel Fellowship Hall from 02:30 pm – 06:00 pm\, and Milton Community Legion Building from 12:30 pm – 05:30 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: \n7/30/26 Bethel Church \n7/30/26 Milton Community
URL:https://kilj.com/event/194623/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729
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SUMMARY:Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive: ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/28/26 from 11:00 am – 01:30 pm at Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 7/28/26 Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics
URL:https://kilj.com/event/194652/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726
DTSTAMP:20260709T184044Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Oral Storytelling of “Henry Clay Dean and his Daughter Christina”- Join Sally Babinat to hear the story of Henry Clay Dean a stone mason\, a teacher\, and a bookkeeper for an iron manufacturer at 2:00 pm at the Henry County Heritage Trust! This is event is free and open to the public. \nThe Mount Pleasant Community School District Elementary PTA is inviting families to celebrate summer with a swim party at the Mount Pleasant public pool today from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. A rain date is scheduled for Saturday\, August 1. This event is open to all PK-5 students from the district’s four elementary schools\, along with their siblings and families. The PTA will cover admission for those who do not have a summer swim pass. Concessions will be available for purchase\, so attendees should bring money if they wish to buy snacks. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult for supervision. Please do not drop students off at the pool unattended. Come enjoy an afternoon of swimming\, family fun\, and get ready for a great new school year! \nThe  City of Salem is hosting a FISH FRY from 5p-7p in the Salem  Park Shelter House!  Bring the whole family for food and fun activities.  Fish\, hush puppies\, potatoes\, cole slaw\, and a drink are on the menu. The meal is a free will donation with all proceeds going toward inflatables for the Salem Old Settlers Celebration in August.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/saturday-10/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTSTAMP:20260630T155752Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Veterans and job seekers are invited to the National Hire a Veteran Day Hiring Event today from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Iowa National Guard Armory\, 1000 South Walnut Street in Mount Pleasant. 1 – 2 p.m.is reserved exclusively for veterans and active service members. 2- 3 p.m.\, spouses\, families\, and the general public are welcome to explore career opportunities with participating employers. Presented by Home Base Iowa and IowaWORKS.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/thursday-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260609T194628Z
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UID:194648-1784678400-1784764799@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/22/2026 from 03:00 pm – 05:45 pm at Pilot Grove Savings Bank. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 7/22/26 Donnellson Community
URL:https://kilj.com/event/wednesday-7/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTSTAMP:20260609T194421Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/21/2026 at the Henry County E3 Center from 2-5:30pm\, at Jefferson County Fairgrounds from 02:00 pm – 07:00 pm\, and at Washington County Fair from 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: \n7/21/26 Henry County Community Afternoon \n7/21/26 Jefferson County PM \n7/21/26 Washington County Fair
URL:https://kilj.com/event/tuesday-9/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTSTAMP:20260609T194005Z
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SUMMARY:Monday
DESCRIPTION:Here’s what’s going on today in regards to the Henry County Fair! \n\n\n\n\n7:00am- Release of Livestock not participating in Auction(livestock -bucket animals\, beef\, sheep\, goat\, swine) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8:45am- KILJ Breakfast \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00am Ribbon Auction- A special event that allows local businesses and community members to financially support 4-H and FFA youth. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10:30am Livestock Barn Clean Up- Bucket Animals\, Beef\, Sheep\, Goat\, Swine \nCommunity Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/20/2026 from 3:30-6:15pm at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 7/20/26 St. Mary Roman Catholic Church
URL:https://kilj.com/event/monday-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260720
DTSTAMP:20260715T161330Z
CREATED:20260602T205024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T161330Z
UID:194307-1784419200-1784505599@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy today’s events at the Henry County Fair! \n\n\n\n\n\n10:00am Bacon Buddies-  Inclusive program that pairs individuals with disabilities with 4-H and FFA youth mentors to experience showing a pig in the livestock show ring.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00am- BINGO\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:00pm ATV Rodeo- An off-road motorsport obstacle event where participants navigate ATVs\, utility vehicles (UTVs)\, and dirt bikes through a timed dirt track course.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm Adult Bags Tournament- A popular annual cornhole competition where fairgoers can grab a partner to compete!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm Wine & Home Brew Contest- Invites local winemakers and homebrewers to showcase and be judged on their best homemade creations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:00pm Release All Static Exhibits & Clean Up Exhibit Building- The official closing event of the fair. It marks the designated time when 4-H members can take their non-living projects home\, and clubs work together to dismantle the exhibit hall.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:00pm Release of Rabbits & Poultry & Barn Clean Up- The official end-of-fair event where exhibitors take their small animals home and clean the small barns.\n\n\n\nYou’re invited to an Ice Cream Social at the historic Harlan-Lincoln House! From 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.\, enjoy homemade ice cream\, live jazz on the porch\, and celebrate the home’s 150th birthday. Rain or shine at 101 West Broad Street in Mount Pleasant. Donations welcome. \nEnjoy A Hundred Years Ago in New London\, from the pages of the New London Journal. This is a presentation beginning at 1:30 at the Dover Museum in New London! Celebrate the history\, learn the facts\, and support the museum! \nJoin the Burlington Municipal Band Concert tonight at 7:30 for a night of free music under the band shell in Crapo Park. On the program for tonight’s concert is Overture for Winds\, Phantom of the Opera\, Shenandoah\, Emblem of Unity\, The Wizard of Oz Fantasy\, Trumpets Up\, Hoagy Carmichael: An American Classic\, the Trombone King\, Somewhere Out There\, Fanfare for the Common Man\, and The Stars and Stripes Forever.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/sunday-7/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260708T161329Z
CREATED:20260602T202054Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Come see what’s happening at the Henry County Fair today! \n\n\n\n\n\n6:30am – 10:30am Kiwanis pancake breakfast\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8:00am – 11:00am Farmers Market- Fresh produce\, baked goods\, and handmade crafts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00am Beef Show- Agricultural and youth livestock competition featuring local 4-H\, FFA\, and open class exhibitors showcasing top-quality cattle.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNoon – 4:00pm Free Kids Activities- Face Painting\, Animal Balloons\, Foam Blaster\, Pony Rides & more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3:00pm Production Animal Show- Livestock Shows where  4-H and FFA members exhibit animals they have raised.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:00pm Demolition Derby- A popular\, action-packed grandstand motorsport event where drivers deliberately crash their vehicles into one another until only one operational car remains.\n\nSidewalk Sales in Downtown Mt. Pleasant- Shop great deals from your favorite downtown businesses! \nWho says you have to wait until December? Santa’s taking a summer vacation in Bentonsport and you’re invited! From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, Santa will be twisting festive balloons and animal balloons\, the Snakeman\, Van Buren County Naturalist programs\, scavenger hunts\, Jumping Jim’s giant inflatables\, a photo booth\, wagon rides\, mining sluice\, and the HUMP Day Youth Entrepreneurs Market for kids 18 and under. Plus\, enjoy the Christmas in July Shop About throughout Bentonsport\, Bonaparte\, Farmington\, and Keosauqua. Browse the Rudolph Run Flea Market\, enjoy delicious food trucks\, and enter for chances to win gift certificates throughout the event. Enjoy live music from Fiddler Tom Shaddonix  (Shad-nix) on the porch of the Greef General Store\, the conductor of the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra\, a music instructor\, and a talented musician.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/saturday-7/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260715T191413Z
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SUMMARY:Friday
DESCRIPTION:The Henry County fair is still in full swing! Here’s what’s on the agenda for today: \n\n7:00am – 9:00am Farm Service/Agriland Breakfast (WP)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8:00am Swine Show- A livestock competition where local 4-H and FFA youth exhibit their market and breeding pigs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00am Rabbit Show- An annual 4-H and FFA event where youth exhibit purebred commercial and fancy rabbits\, as well as meat pens.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:00pm Poultry Show-  An agricultural competition where local 4-H and FFA youth showcase their raised poultry projects. Exhibitors are judged on showmanship\, bird quality\, and flock management\, with categories including breeding birds\, egg-layers\, meat production\, and fun costume contests.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4:00pm Working Exhibits- A 4-H communication event where youth teach\, demonstrate\, or show an audience how to do something\n\n\n\n\n5:30pm Share the Fun- A non-competitive performing arts and talent showcase.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:00pm Clover Kid Graduation Ceremony- Celebrates 4-H members who have completed the non-competitive Clover Kids program and are transitioning into the traditional 4-H program as 4th graders.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:30pmThe Hype- A high-energy 1980s glam rock tribute band\, Tickets $20!\n\nSidewalk Sales in Downtown Mt. Pleasant- Shop great deals from your favorite downtown businesses! \nThe Salem Farmers Market is open from 4:30pm – 7:30pm on the west side of Salem City Park.  The farmers market is open on the first and third Friday of the month through September 18! \nReminder that the Children’s Discovery Center will be closed this July- It will re-open on August 3rd! \nCommunity Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/17/2026 from 11am-2pm at Henry County Health Center. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 7/17/26 Henry County Health Center \nEnjoy live music from Fiddler Tom Shaddonix on the porch of the Historic Greef General Store Friday and Saturday\, July 17th and 18th. Tom Shaddonix is the conductor of the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra\, a music instructor\, and a talented musician. \n\nRESCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY\, JULY 24TH DUE TO FORECASTED LIGHTNING – Des Moines County Conservation invites you to a one-of-a-kind\, family-friendly\, nighttime adventure exploring Flint Creek after dark in Starr’s Cave Nature Center from 8:30 to 10:00 PM. Be sure to wear clothing suitable for getting wet and bring a headlamp if you have one\, as only a limited number will be available to borrow. This program is free and open to all ages. No RSVP is required. For more information\, contact Marcus Nack at the Des Moines County Conservation Office at 319-753-5808.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/friday-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260609T193441Z
CREATED:20260602T193812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T193441Z
UID:194295-1784160000-1784246399@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Everything there is to enjoy at the Henry County Fair today! \n\n11:00am – 3:00pm Bucket/Bottle Interviews- This beginner-friendly program allows youth to raise an orphan or bucket-fed calf and culminates in three judged components: an in-person interview\, a project record book\, and the show ring.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00pm Sheep Show- 4-H and FFA livestock exhibition where local youth display their market lambs and breeding ewes.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3:00pm Goat Show- A multi-division agricultural competition showcasing the hard work\, animal stewardship\, and showmanship skills of local 4-H and FFA youth.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4:30pm Livestock Scanning- A process where a specialist uses ultrasound technology on market animals (like beef\, sheep\, and swine) to evaluate their meat quality and composition.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:00pm – 6:30pm Farm Family Ag Appreciation Meal (WP)- An annual community event hosted at the Henry County Fair (IA) designed to celebrate local farmers and the agricultural community.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5:30pm City Band Performance- A traditional musical event featuring the local community musicians.\n\n\n\n\n6:00pm Bill Riley Talent Show-  An official local qualifying event for the prestigious Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Local amateur performers compete to advance to the state championship\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:30pm 4-H/Farm Bureau Bottle Animal Show- A noncompetitive 4-H event that allows young children to learn about animal care\, practice showmanship\, and exhibit a bottle-fed animal (such as a lamb\, goat\, or bucket calf) without the pressure of a judged livestock competition.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:30pm Impact Pro Wrestling- A premier Midwest independent professional wrestling promotion that brings a high-energy\, live wrestling event.\n\n\nTouching Our Grief Support Group 4-5:30 pm- Join this ongoing support group on the third Thursday of every month for adults who have suffered the loss of a family member or friend and are seeking support and education at the Everystep Conference Room 118 N Main St. \nCommunity Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/16/2026 at the Birmingham Lions Club from 3-6:30pm and at Sharon Center United Methodist Church from 2:30-6:30 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: \n7/16/26 Birmingham Lions Club \n7/16/26 Sharon Center United Methodist Church
URL:https://kilj.com/event/thursday-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260706T191414Z
CREATED:20260602T192651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T191414Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy these festivities at the Henry County Fair today!! \n\n8:00am – 9:00am- Swine Check-in\n\n\n\n\n8:00am – 10:00am Clover kids & Open Class Exhibits Judging- A non-competitive\, morning event where youth and community members bring in their static projects to be showcased and celebrated!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00am – 11:00am Sheep & Goats Check-In- All market sheep and goats must be checked\, weighed\, and have their scrapie tags or tattoos verified\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00am – 1:00pm Beef Check-In- 4-H and FFA livestock exhibitions.\n\n\n\n\n11:00am – 4:00pm LEGO Contest Drop Off- Participants to bring their pre-built\, original LEGO creations to the Exhibit Building to be checked in for the competition.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm – 3:00pm Rabbit and Poultry check in- Bring your animals to the Rabbit/Poultry Barn to be officially weighed\, inspected for health\, and verified against your pre-fair entry records.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4:00pm – 6:00pm Farmers Market (WP)-  A special community event where local vendors gather at the Henry County Fairgrounds (McMillan Park) to sell farm-fresh produce\, baked goods\, and handmade craft\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4:00pm LEGO Contest Judging- The original\, hand crafted pieces of creators will be judged at the Exhibit Building.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4:30pm Poultry\, Calf\, Sheep\, Goat & Rabbit Costume Contest- A fun\, creative event where 4-H\, FFA\, and Farm Bureau youth dress up their farm animals and compete in the show ring.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:00pm Kids Pedal Pull (Tractor Headquarters)- A fun\, non-motorized version of the traditional tractor pull where children ride miniature tractors and tow a weighted sled to see who can pedal the furthest.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:00pm Farm Bureau Animals Check-In- Designated evening on opening day when participants in the 4-H/Farm Bureau Bottle Animal Show officially register and check in their animals.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7:30pm State Fair Qualifiers Announced- 4-H and FFA judges publicly reveal which 4-H exhibitors have earned the right to advance and compete with their projects at the Iowa State Fair\n\n\n\n\n7:30pm Queen Contest & 4-H Clothing Event (WP)- Local 4-H youth model outfits on stage\, leading right into the crowning of the new Fair Queen and her court.\n\nThe Mount Pleasant God’s Missionary Church will be holding its Kid’s Under Construction vacation bible school today – Saturday\, July 18. Times are from 6:30 – 8:15 pm each day and then they will present a program Sunday morning at 10:30 am.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/wednesday-5/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260602T192727Z
CREATED:20260602T185028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T192727Z
UID:194284-1783987200-1784073599@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:2026 Henry County Fair 8:00am – 3:30pm-  Static Exhibits Judging (EB). The evaluation day for all non-livestock 4-H and FFA projects
URL:https://kilj.com/event/wednesday-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTSTAMP:20260713T120755Z
CREATED:20260602T185833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T120755Z
UID:194289-1783900800-1783987199@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Monday
DESCRIPTION:Henry County Fair Livestock Barn & Exhibit Building set-up at 5:00 pm- pre-fair preparation process where community volunteers\, youth organizations\, and fair staff transform the fairgrounds into a functioning venue! \nCommunity Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/13/2026 from 2:30-5:15pm at the E3 Center. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 7/13/26 Van Allen Elementary with Mt. Pleasant Rotary \nLee County Fair! \n\n7:30a – 9a Exhibitor/Buyer Breakfast – LC Sponsored by: THOMPSON FARM SUPPLY\n8:30a Jr. Agriculture Livestock Auction – SB
URL:https://kilj.com/event/monday/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260710T132625Z
CREATED:20260602T185511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T132625Z
UID:194286-1783814400-1783900799@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Henry County Fair Horse Show 9:00 am-  4-H and FFA members showcase the riding and handling skills they have developed with their horses and ponies throughout the year. \nLee County Fair! \n\n9a Non-Denominational Church Service – LC\n9:30a 4H/FFA Dog Show – SB\n9a – 11a Car Show Registration – GS\n11a – 1:30p Car Show – GS\n12p Open Art Hall Exhibits RELEASED\n2p Car Show Results – GS\n2p Open Beef Show – Open Barn\n2p Ag Olympics – SB\n3p 4H Lee County Council Ice Cream Social – LC\n3:30p 4H Art Hall Exhibits RELEASED\n4p 4H/FFA Livestock RELEASED\n4p Local Truck & Tractor Pulls $ – GS\n\n$10 Adults\n$5 Youth (ages 4-12)\nUnder 3 FREE\nPit Pass $15\n\n\n\nJoin the Burlington Municipal Band for a concert in the park beginning at 7:30 pm. The director this week is Mike Lachnitt who has been a part of the band for 64 years! Mike is recreating the first Muni Band concert by playing the program from May 7th 1927! \nThe Gallant Seventh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Phillip Sousa\nRose-Marie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . R. Friml & H. Stothart/Trans. Wm. Teague\nThe Serenade March . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Victor Herbert\nBlue Danube Waltz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joh. Strauss/Arr. E. DeLamater\nClear Track Polka . . . . . . . . . . . . Eduard Strauss\, op. 45/Arr. Alfred Reed\n“Jolly Robbers” Overture . . . . . . Franz von Suppe/Arr. L.P. Laurendeau\nThe Glow Worm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Lincke\nLassus Trombone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Henry Fillmore\nAmerican Patrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arr. Richard Hayman\nNational Fencibes March . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .John Phillip Sousa\nThe Stars and Stripes Forever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Phillip Sousa
URL:https://kilj.com/event/sunday-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260706T215203Z
CREATED:20260603T181541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T215203Z
UID:194387-1783728000-1783814399@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Lee County Fair! \n\n7a – 9a Breakfast by Chapter CK TTT\n9a 4H/FFA Beef/Bucket Bottle Calf/Dairy Show\n9a VanWinkle Chess Registration\n10a VanWinkle Chess Tournament\n11a – 2p Lee Co. Cattlemen Lunch\n12p – 2p Farm Bureau Games & Activities\n1p – 3p Craft Show\n1p Lee Co. Fair LOCAL Wine Expo Judging\n1p Kid’s Pedal Pull Registration\n1:30p Kid & Adult Pedal Pull\n2p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n2p 4-H/FFA Rabbit and Poultry Show \nAfter Rabbit show Clover Kids small pet show.\n2p Farm Bureau Cookout Contest Registration\n3p – 10p Kenny’s Funland Carnival *ARMBAND $30*\n4p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician – LC\n4p Lee Co. Fair Wine Tasting – LC\n4p Farm Bureau Cookout Judging & Tasting\n5p Blue Ribbon Diner – GS\n5p Stockman Opens & Sells Food – AP\n5:30p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician – LC\n6:30p – 10p Craft Show – LC\n6p DEMOLITION DERBY $ – GS\n\n$15 Adults\n$5 Youth (ages 4-12)\nUnder 3 FREE\n$20 Pit Pass (All Ages)\n$40 Driver Pit Pass\n\n\n9p-1a StumpTown\n\nFlea Market – Looking for your next big find? Come out to the Flea Market from 12pm-5pm in Hillsboro\, Iowa at the City Park! For more information\, call 319-501-3758! \nTapestryFest 2026 is from 1-4pm in Central Park\, downtown Mount Pleasant. The PFLAG Mount Pleasant hosted event is designed to bring together people from all walks of life to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of southeast Iowa. There will be music and food samples. \nVoices From the Past Reenactment 2-4pm: Tour the Henry County Heritage Center Museum to hear the stories of three unique Mount Pleasant residents of the past. The reenactors will be stationed in different rooms of the museum and their stories will be repeated every fifteen minutes starting at 2:00pm. Featuring: Capt. Warren Beckwith\, and Ann Eliza Peck Harlan! \nWAGG – The Winfield Area Grateful Gathering invites everyone to come out this evening at 7pm  to hear Darren Brown from Master’s Hand (the homeless shelter in Washington) speak at Open Bible Activity Center in Winfield. \nSymphonic Blast returns to Burlington at 8:00 p.m. in Crapo Park. Presented by the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra\, this free outdoor concert celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with patriotic favorites\, orchestral classics\, and a spectacular fireworks display. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of music\, community\, and summer fun overlooking the Mississippi River. The event is free and open to the public. \n 
URL:https://kilj.com/event/saturday-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260706T155646Z
CREATED:20260417T210627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T155646Z
UID:192468-1783641600-1783727999@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Friday
DESCRIPTION:Mt. Pleasant’s 20th Century Car Club invites you to gather around Central Park as the car club celebrates their 40th Anniversary on the 2nd Friday of the month through September!  Cruise Night on the square from 5:30pm – 8:30pm features classic cars and custom trucks.  Tonight’s feature is a “Free Earl Reynold’s Memory Lighted Ink Pen”!  Earl Reynolds was one of the founders of the 20th Century Car Club. \nReminder that the Children’s Discovery Center will be closed this July- It will re-open on August 3rd! \nLee County Fair! \n\n7a – 9a HTC FFA\n9a 4H/FFA Swine Show \n11a – 1p Lee Co. Pork Producers Lunch\nKid’s Day from 1-4pm\n\np – 10p Kenny’s Funland Carnival *ARMBAND $30*\n1p – 3p Craft Show\n2p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n4p Paulette’s Dance\n\n\n4:30p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n5p Blue Ribbon Diner\n5p Stockman Opens & Sells Food\n6p Lee Co. Cattlemen’s Bucket Bottle Calf Show\n6:30p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n6:30p – 10p Craft Show\n7p Sprint Invaders\n\n$20 Adults\n$10 Youth (ages 4-12)\nUnder 3 FREE\n\n\n9p The Faster Horses
URL:https://kilj.com/event/friday-22/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTSTAMP:20260706T190341Z
CREATED:20260706T155046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T190341Z
UID:195502-1783555200-1783641599@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Lee County Fair! \n\n7a – 9a Breakfast by Ft. Madison FFA\n9a 4-H/FFA Goat Show\n11a – 8p Lee Co. Sheep Producers Lunch/Dinner\nSenior Day from 1-4 pm\n\n1-2:30 Informational Booths\n2-3 BINGO\n3 Free Ice Cream and Dessert from KILJ Radio\n1:30 Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n\n\n1p – 3p Craft Show\n2p Lee Co. Sheep Producers Open Bottle Lamb/Goat Show\n4p 4H/FFA Sheep Show\n4:30p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n5p Stockman Opens & Sells Food\n5p – 10p Kenny’s Funland Carnival *ARMBAND $25*\n5p Blue Ribbon Diner\n6:15p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n6:30p – 10p Craft Show\n7p T & C Rodeo Company $\n\nRingside $20\n$15 Adults • $5 Youth (ages 4-12)\nUnder 3 FREE\n\n\n\nJoin the Henry County Conservation Department today at 2pm for a biodiversity blitz. Start at the Oakland Mills Nature Center and then walk the trails to see just how much biodiversity Henry Country parks offer. Recommended for ages 8 and up.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/thursday-7/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260706T153947Z
CREATED:20260609T192957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T153947Z
UID:194640-1783468800-1783555199@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/08/2026 from 1:30-5:30pm at the New London Community Hall. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 7/8/26 New London Lions Club \nJoin the Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance for an Alive After Five at the new Bark Blvd premier dog boarding and daycare\, 905 East Ash Street in Mount Pleasant\, open to CHAMBER MEMBERS. \nLee County Fair! \n\n9a 4H/FFA Horse Show – HA\n4:30p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician\n5p – 10p Kenny’s Funland Carnival *ARMBAND $25*\n5p Fish Fry\n6p Lee Co. Fair Queen\, Jr. Queen & Little Miss. / Mr. Lee County Fair Crowning\n7p Keith Leff Magical Memorable Magician
URL:https://kilj.com/event/wednesday-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260609T192341Z
CREATED:20260609T192341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T192341Z
UID:194637-1783411200-1783443600@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/07/2026 from 3-6:30pm at City of Sigourney Offices. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: 7/7/26 Sigourney PM
URL:https://kilj.com/event/tuesday-8/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTSTAMP:20260706T121447Z
CREATED:20260609T191731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T121447Z
UID:194632-1783296000-1783382399@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Monday
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on July 6th at Fist United Methodist Church of Fairfield from 2-6:30 pm and at Kalona Mennonite Church from 1:30-6 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery\, cancer treatments\, traumatic injuries\, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment or walk in if space allows. Every donation can help save lives throughout the region. Click the link to register: \n7/6/26 First United Methodist Church \n7/6/26 Kalona Community \nMount Pleasant God’s Missionary Church will host Vacation Bible School July 15–18 from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. each evening at 906 S Jefferson Street in Mount Pleasant. This year’s theme is “Kids Under Construction\,” offering children an opportunity to learn\, grow\, and have fun through Bible lessons\, activities\, and fellowship. Families with questions or needing additional information can contact Pastor Caleb at (319) 710-3596. \nIowa State University Extension and Outreach will offer a ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification course later this month on Tuesday\, July 28\, at the Des Moines County Extension Office in West Burlington. Registration is $175 and required by tomorrow\, Tuesday\, July 7. Members of the Iowa Restaurant Association are eligible for a discounted rate of $125 with verification. Contact Vera Stokes at 563-210-0587 or vstokes@iastate.edu with any questions. A full calendar of upcoming course dates and registration links is available at www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/servsafe.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/194632/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTSTAMP:20260629T181606Z
CREATED:20260629T162708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T181606Z
UID:195272-1783209600-1783295999@kilj.com
SUMMARY:Sunday
DESCRIPTION:The Mount Pleasant Golf & Country Club wraps up its Independence Day celebration with a 4-Person Best Shot Golf Tournament. The tournament begins at 2 p.m. Gather your team and enjoy an afternoon on the course as the holiday weekend comes to a close. Contact the Mount Pleasant Golf & Country Club for registration information. \nCelebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a Community Picnic beginning at 12:00 p.m. at Locust Grove Park in Morning Sun. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided\, and those attending are encouraged to bring a favorite side dish to share. Everyone is welcome to enjoy an afternoon of good food\, fellowship\, and community as we celebrate our nation’s history together.
URL:https://kilj.com/event/sunday-6/
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