Community Events

  • Monday

    The Children's Discovery Center, 307 E. Monroe Street, in Mt. Pleasant is open from 12pm - 2pm today.  Right next to the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, there is something to discover for everyone!  The Children's Discovery Center is also open on Friday this week, from 10am - 12pm. Henry County Public Health's "Ask a Nurse" […]

  • Tuesday

    The Henry County Conservation Department invites people of all ages to experience a self-guided hike at the Oakland Mills Nature Center.  The hike begins at Turtle Town outside the nature center and posted signs guide you through the park.  Self-guided hikes are available through January 15th, and please dress for the weather! Call 319-986-5067 for […]

  • Wednesday

    Teachers across Henry County are invited to a special appreciation event hosted by the Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, January 14 at 3:30 PM at Airport Road Vineyard. This event is a thank you to local educators for the dedication and impact they bring to classrooms and students every day. Enjoy a […]

  • Friday

    The Mt. Pleasant Children's Discovery Center is open from 10am - 12pm at 307 E. Monroe Street next to the Mt. Pleasant Public Library!  There is something to discover for children of all ages. It's PINK OUT at the Mt. Pleasant High School Panther girls basketball game!  The Panthers have teamed up with Relay for […]

  • Saturday

    The Hawkeye State Archaeological Society Artifact Show is in town from 7am - 3pm at the Mt. Pleasant High School, 2104 S. Grand Avenue!  Creek stompers, field walkers, and anyone who is curious about archaeology is welcome to attend.  The booster club will have concessions. It's "Save the Bridge" BINGO night at the Mt. Pleasant […]

  • Sunday

    The Iowa DOT has a series of events planned to celebrate American's 250th birthday and the first one is Historic Hills Byway: An Assessment of Iowaville (1765-1824).  The presentation will take place from 1:30pm - 2:30pm at Lacey-Keosauqua State Park Lodge.  Several additional historical activities and tours are scheduled in the Van Buren County area […]

  • Monday

    An informational meeting regarding the Holy Trinity Catholic Schools Elementary Capitol Campaign is scheduled at 7pm.  The meeting will be held in the elementary cafeteria in West Point.  The next meeting this week is scheduled on Wednesday (01/21/26) at the KC Hall in Houghton at 7pm.

  • Tuesday

    The Houghton Knights of Columbus and ImpactLife have teamed up to host a Blood Drive from 3pm - 6pm at the KC Hall, 413 N. Main Street in Houghton, Iowa.  To schedule your appointment, click on this ImpactLife link. Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School, 1505 E. Washington Street, from 5-6:30 p.m.  Taco […]