Friday
2023-10-20
Mount Pleasant Historic Preservation Commission is having a garage sale today and tomorrow from 8-1 at 500 West Monroe Street in Mount Pleasant! Lots of new items, dolls, collectibles, salvaged items, and fresh produce.
Monthly Veteran’s breakfast at the Moose Lodge in Mount Pleasant. Third Friday of the month, the time for gathering is 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Speakers will be present at each breakfast.
Today is Mammography Day at the Henry County Health Center, walk in screening mammograms from 8 am – 4 pm. Last mammogram has to be over a year ago, and you must provide a doctor to send the results to. Regular rates apply, so contact your insurance if needed. Call 319-385-6158 with any questions.

Don’t miss the spine-chilling excitement this OCTOBER, “Jittering Spooks” by Neil and Caroline Shaffner!

Performance Dates: October 20 &21 Show starts at 7:30 pm both nights
Venue: The Theatre Museum of Repertoire Americana, Jimmie Davis Stage

Jittering Spooks is full of Ghost and Spooks that will keep you on the edge of your seats, but having a wonderful detective come in from Hogscratch, MO, he is sure to solve all the spook problems, it is full of actions and laughs and wonders (how did that happened) It’s a fun filled show that everyone will enjoy. It’s a great show for all ages.

Saturday
2023-10-21
Mount Pleasant Historic Preservation Commission is having a garage sale today from 8-1 at 500 West Monroe Street in Mount Pleasant! Lots of new items, dolls, collectibles, salvaged items, and fresh produce.
Join the Children’s Department at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library if you dare for a Halloween PARTY at 10:00am. Activities, crafts & games-costumes are optional and all children must be with an adult.
Feed a Farmer today from 11-1 at the Agri-Center in Mount Pleasant and Chem-Gro in Salem hosted by the Mount Pleasant FFA. All farmers are welcome to come get a free meal provided by the Iowa Corn Growers Association. 50 meals will be available at each location on a first come, first serve basis.
Harlan-Lincoln House Open House from 1-4 p.m. Refreshments, tours, and celebration!
Don’t miss the spine-chilling excitement this OCTOBER, “Jittering Spooks” by Neil and Caroline Shaffner at The Theatre Museum of Repertoire Americana, Jimmie Davis Stage. The show begins at 7:30 pm. Jittering Spooks is full of Ghost and Spooks that will keep you on the edge of your seats, but having a wonderful detective come in from Hogscratch, MO, he is sure to solve all the spook problems, it is full of actions and laughs and wonders (how did that happened) It’s a fun filled show that everyone will enjoy.
Coffee with a Firefighter event on October 21, 2023, from 9:00 to noon at Dunn Brothers in Burlington, hosted by the Burlington Fire Department. There will be multiple fire trucks and ambulances there for you to checkout.
Geode Challenge Races starting at 9:00am at the Beach Shelter-Geode State Park. 5 K, 12K, or 25k run and walk! Registration is $35/5K, $40/12K, $45/25K. Pre-registration includes a T-shirt! Proceeds to towards the Concession Renovation Poject at the beach and is hosted by Friends of Geode and sponsored by Danville Lions Club! This event is dog friendly! Sign up at: www.friendsofgeode.org/events
The Harlan-Lincoln House open house from 1-4pm. Starting on Wednesday, October 25th, the house will be open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2:00pm-4:00pm until the end of November, and then resume in February. Tours by appointment may be scheduled by calling Lynn Ellsworth at 319 931 3984.

Monday
2023-10-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
“BE KIND TO YOUR MIND, LIVE DRUG FREE!” is the theme for RED RIBBON WEEK 2023 which kicks off today! Area schools will be holding various theme days and will receive information on living drug free and being KIND TO YOUR MIND!
Diabetes Group Class at Henry County Health Center – this diabetes education class is open to anyone who has Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. The class is 8:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Suite 25. There is a fee; however, many insurance plans cover the program. Directions will be given when you call HCHC’s Diabetes Education Center at 319-385-6518 to register by Friday, October 20. Topics include meal planning; exercise; personal goals; eye disease; glucose monitoring; foot, skin and dental care; complications of diabetes; explanation of diabetes; medications; and behavior modifications. There will be time for questions.
Free workshop for Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers 6pm – 7pm at the Washington Public Library, 115 West Washington Blvd. in Washington, Iowa. This workshop is facilitated by Lisa Santiago-Howard, award winning author of “Alzheimer’s – Quick Tips for Caregivers. Vol. 1: Living with a Wild Raccoon.” This event is free.

Tuesday
2023-10-24
Wild poliovirus cases have decreased by over 99% since 1988, from an estimated 350,000 cases in more than 125 endemic countries. World Polio Day is observed every year on October 24 to highlight the global efforts to end polio worldwide. Tune into KILJ this morning at 8:15 to learn how you can help eradicate Polio with Mount Pleasant Noon and Evening Rotary clubs!
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 9-11am. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School from 5-6:30 p.m. 10″ softshell tacos (beef or chicken), chips & homemade salsa, walking tacos, super nachos, pop & water. Dine in or to-go at 1505 East Washington Street in Mount Pleasant, 319-385-8613.
The Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5-7 pm. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.

Wednesday
2023-10-25
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 1-4pm. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
The Mount Pleasant City Compost site is open Wednesdays from 1 pm to 6 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located behind Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
VFW Post 7641 in New London serving tacos! Serving is from 5-7 pm. Pretty yummy margaritas too. Every Wednesday Sept-May.
Bring the family & your best haunted threads to Addington Place Street from 5:30pm – 7:30pm tonight! Enjoy a haunted hot dog bar! Residents and staff will be passing out complimentary Goodie Bags and Treats! This event is free and open to the public! Call 319-385-7227 with questions.
Grief Share will meet tonight at the New London Christian Church from 6-7:30 p.m. These meetings are open to anyone handling grief no matter where you are in your journey. Learn more HERE!

Thursday
2023-10-26
4:30 to 6:30 tonight join Main Street Mount Pleasant in downtown Mount Pleasant for Witch Way to Main! Downtown businesses will have candy, games, and scary good deals! Mount Pleasant Kiwanis are also hosting a costume contest, so be sure to sign up your little ones!
Wayland Greet and Treat on Main Street is going to continue rain or shine! 5-6:30pm tonight 10.26.23 bring your umbrellas!
The Mt. Pleasant Community School District presents ALL BANDS NIGHT at 7:00pm out at Mapleleaf Field. This event features the 5th grade band, the 6th grade Marching Band, 7-8th grade Marching Band and the Mt. Pleasant High School Marching Band! High School Seniors will be honored before the band takes the field with their award winning performance. This event is free, open to the public and FUN!

Saturday
2023-10-28
Grab breakfast from the Moose in celebration of 50 years! 8-11 am 108 North Saunders Avenue in Mount Pleasant.
Join the Mt. Pleasant Rotary Club at the Mt. Pleasant Library Discovery Center for ROTARY KID’S DAY 10:00am – NOON at 307 E. Monroe Street. Have a blast with New Interactive Displays & Toys! EVERY KID leaves with a BOOK! Admission is free.
TRICK OR TREAT with HyVee, 1700 E. Washington Street; 10:00am – 1:00pm! Join in fun Halloween Activities – costumes are encouraged!
The Centenary United Methodist Church of Morning Sun is holding it’s 100th annual HARVEST FEST DINNER and BAKE & SWEET SHOPPE today at the church, 106 East Division Street in Morning Sun! The Bake & Sweet Shoppe will open at 10:00am with homemade candy, pastry & more! The full menu dinner is curbside pick-up only (no indoor seating) 11:00am – 12:30pm. All meals are $12.00
Henry County Heritage Trust Presents: Chautauqua: Bringing Culture to Mount Pleasant by Grace Swank-Davis (VP of the Theatre Museum) at 2:00pm at the Henry County Heritage Center Museum, 403 West Madison St. in Mt. Pleasant. Grace will share the history of the Chautauqua movement! Refreshments are provided. Questions? Please call 319-385-4983.

Sunday
2023-10-29
It’s TRUNK OR TREAT at the E3 Center Parking Lot, 1400 E. Washington St. in Mt. Pleasant from 5:00pm – 7:00pm! Trunk or Treat is presented by the Faith Christian Outreach Church and is for kiddos of all ages! (Please, no scary costumes!)

Monday
2023-10-30
The Mt. Pleasant Community School District Libraries are hosting the annual FALL BOOK FAIR starting today through Friday, November 3rd. You will find a book fair at Salem, Harlan, Lincoln and Van Allen Elementary Schools and at the Middle School! EVERYONE is invited to shop during their student’s parent-teacher conference. All proceeds to toward the purchase of new books for each building!
BOOK FAIR HOURS:

Monday-Wednesday: 8:00am – 3:45pm,
Thursday: 8:00am – 8:00pm,
Friday: 8:00am – noon.

TRUNK OR TREAT at Arbor Court, 701 E. Mapleleaf Drive from 4:00pm – 7:00pm! Join in a fun evening of games, pumpkin painting, Halloween tattoos and CANDY! Dress up in your costume & bring the family! Free hot chocolate and hotdogs!

Tuesday
2023-10-31
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 9-11am. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School from 5-6:30 p.m. 10″ softshell tacos (beef or chicken), chips & homemade salsa, walking tacos, super nachos, pop & water. Dine in or to-go at 1505 East Washington Street in Mount Pleasant, 319-385-8613.
The Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5-7 pm. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.
Halloween First Stop from 5-7 p.m. at the intersection of Rand Park Terr and Grand Avenue in Keokuk, IA. Hosted by the Keokuk Police Department, they bring the candy you bring the costumes!
Mount Pleasant Trick or Treat is from 5-7 pm.
New London City Wide Trick or Treat from 5-7 pm, City Park Trunk or Treat 4-7 pm, City Park NL Lions Hot Dogs 5 pm-until gone, VFW Trunk or Treat 5-7 pm.
Halloween Costume Contest in Winfield at the Vet’s buildings in Winfield, 116 N. Locust (main) Street (moved due to the prediction of cold weather). Registration from 5:15-5:30, no late entries. Contest will begin at 5:30 with 5 categories: 0-5 years, 6-9 years, 10-18 years, adult, and groups. Hosted by the Winfield Lions Club.
Grace Community Friends Church is hosting a soup supper tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at 1105 East Henry Street in Mt Pleasant. They will be serving chili, chicken rice, and sweet potato soups along with cookies and bars. A free will offering will be accepted.
Tommy’s Helping Hands, Junk yard Dogs and the Brighton Chamber of Commerce invite kiddos for a free hotdog & chips meal BEFORE Trick or Treating in Brighton! Meet at Brighton Central Park from 5:00pm – 6:00pm! Free Will donations accepted for Tommy’s Helping Hands.

Wednesday
2023-11-01
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 1-4pm. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
The Mount Pleasant City Compost site is open Wednesdays from 1 pm to 6 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located behind Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
VFW Post 7641 in New London serving tacos! Serving is from 5-7 pm. Pretty yummy margaritas too. Every Wednesday Sept-May.
Alive After 5 is hosted at the new location of Athletico, 1802 East Washington Street, Suite 102 in Mount Pleasant. Open to Chamber of Commerce members only from 5-7 p.m.
Grief Share will meet tonight at the New London Christian Church from 6-7:30 p.m. These meetings are open to anyone handling grief no matter where you are in your journey. Learn more HERE!

Thursday
2023-11-02
The Mt. Pleasant Community School District Book Fair at Harlan, Lincoln, Salem, and Van Allen Elementary buildings and at the Middle School is open from 8:00am – 8:00pm today! Proceeds from the Book Gairs go toward the purchase of new books for each of the buildings and books make great gifts! Everyone is invited to shop for their favorite reader & support the MPCSD Libraries at the same time!
The November FIRST THURSDAY SALE at the Friends of Henry County Health Center Gift Shop today, 407 S. White Street in Mt. Pleasant! 25% off one item! Stop by 9:00am – 3:oopm! Christmas decor will be out!
The Olds United Church of Christ Harvest Supper will begin at 5:30 pm with “Carry Out” only. The menu includes turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, green beans, roll and pie. There are no tickets, it is a free will donation and all proceeds will be used for community outreach.
Fairfield Area Community Theatre presents a Dessert Show featuring- “THE THANKSGIVING PLAY” written by Larissa Fasthorse. The show begins at 7:00pm at the Walton Club, 2265 Walton Lake Road in Fairfield. Tickets are $20 and be purchased at Adela’s or at the door. This play runs through Saturday this weekend and next weekend November 10-12!

Friday
2023-11-03
Community Days at Chadwick Library on the campus of Iowa Wesleyan from 9 am – 5 pm. FREE BOOKS!!!
The Mt. Pleasant Community School District Annual BOOK FAIR continues today from 8:00am – noon (through parent/teacher conferences)! Salem, Harlan, Lincoln and Van Allen Elementary Schools and the Middle School are hosting book fairs. Books make AWESOME gifts and all proceeds to toward the purchase of new books for each of the buildings!
MP Rec Center 3rd Annual TURKEY TROT Family Friendly 5K/1 Mile RUN & WALK November 23rd 8 am registration, games, activities, inflatables, refreshments, and a 9am start time. $20 includes a shirt, pre-register online or at the Rec Center by today.
Today is the last day to call for FREE reservations for a VETERANS DAY dinner on November 5th. A Cappella will be performing to honor all who served during war or peace time. Please call 319-385-8427 for your reservation: a Veteran & a guest starting at 5:30pm on Sunday at Faith Lutheran Church, 910 East Mapleleaf Drive, Mt. Pleasant.
Friends of Henry County Health Center Soup Supper at the Calvary Baptist Church, 803 E. Mapleleaf Drive in Mt. Pleasant 4:00pm – 7:00pm! Your donation includes a choice of Chicken Noodle, Potato or Broccoli Cheese Soup or Chili, bread, desert and a drink. Proceeds from this supper benefit Friends of HCHC Healthcare Scholarship Fund!
The Fairfield Area Community Theatre presents “THE THANKSGIVING PLAY” tonight and tomorrow night at 7:00pm at the Walton Club, 2265 Walton Lake Road in Fairfield. Tickets for this dessert show are $20 at the door or available for purchase at Adela’s.
Great Tastes Fundraiser at 3001 Winegard Drive, Burlington, starting at 5:30pm. At Great Tastes, you get to have a fun night out while raising money for an important cause. Enjoy a wide variety of wines, beer, and ales and fill your plate with mouth-watering dishes. Bid on fun silent and live auction items, win big, and leave the event knowing you’ve made a major difference in students lives, just by having fun. Net proceeds fund scholarships, instructional mini-grants, and other important SCC initiative. Follow their facebook event for more information and tickets: https://www.facebook.com/events/262417412776049

Saturday
2023-11-04
All Iowa Wesleyan campus buildings, including Hershey Hall, will be open to the public with the following exceptions: Old gym, Nemitz suites, Harlan-Lincoln House. From 9:00am-5:00pm these buildings will be open to allow the community to do one final walkthrough. This is strictly an open house, so citizens are able to take photos, but no items may be taken. Community Days at the Chadwick Library on the campus of Iowa Wesleyan. FREE BOOKS from 9 am – 5 pm. The Raymond J Chadwick library will have open doors on Friday, November 3rd and Saturday the 4th from 9:00am-5:00pm. Books will be given away to the public those hours on a first come, first served basis. The library will not be open Sunday, November 5th, so make to go there on Friday or Saturday if you’d like to view it one final time.
The WINTER MARKET & CRAFT SHOW begins today 9:00am – noon at the First Presbyterian Church, 902 S. Walnut Street in Mt. Pleasant. This fun festive event will be held every Saturday morning through December 9th! Check out fun crafts, festive decorations, baked goods and lots more!
Krusen Motors presents their FIRST ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF at 12:00pm, 2301 East Washington Street in Mt. Pleasant! $2,000 in Total Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places!
Join the Mt. Union Fire Department for their First Annual SOUP SUPPER FUNDRAISER 4:30pm – 7:30pm at the Mt. Union Fire Station, 202 South Crew Street in Mt. Union! Chili & Chicken Noodle soup & dessert will be served along with raffle items, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing! All proceeds to towards the purchase of updated life safety gear.
Fairfield Area Community Theatre presents a dessert show featuring- “THE THANKSGIVING PLAY” ! The show begins at 7:00pm at the Walton Club, 2265 Walton Lake Road in Fairfield. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Adela’s or at the door.
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME!! Remember to “FALL BACK”! Set your clocks back an hour tonight & get that extra hour of sleep!

Sunday
2023-11-05
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME!! Check your clocks because we have fallen back and gained an hour!
All Iowa Wesleyan campus buildings, including Hershey Hall, will be open to the public with the following exceptions: Old gym, Nemitz suites, Harlan-Lincoln House. From 11am-3pm, these buildings will be open to allow the community to do one final walkthrough. This is strictly an open house, so citizens are able to take photos, but no items may be taken. The library will not be open today, so make to go there on Friday or Saturday if you’d like to view it one final time.
VFW Post 7641 Auxiliary will host a Veterans Brunch from 10:30 am-1 pm at 802 East McKinley in New London. A free will donation will be taken for an area Veterans project. Menu includes grilled pork loin, cheesy potatoes, green beans, egg casseroles, pastries, fruit & biscuits and gravy.
The Twin Lakes Golf & Country Club invite all to a Community Brunch 9:00am – 1:00pm at the Twin Lakes Golf & Country Club in Winfield! Free Will donation.
Join Three Rivers Conservation Foundation for their annual Chicken Dinner Fundraiser at the Charleston Board of Trade 3:30 to 7:00 p.m. They will be offering both dine in and curbside pick-up! The cost is $15, which includes dinner and a soft drink. Tickets are available now at the Lee County Conservation Center! All proceeds benefit Three Rivers Conservation Foundation – a local 501(c)3 non-profit group, that strives to support the mission of the Lee County Conservation Board.
A Cappella will be performing to honor all who served during war or peace time. Please call 319-385-8427 for your reservation: a Veteran & a guest drive thru begins at 5 pm followed by a seated meal starting at 5:30pm at Faith Lutheran Church, 910 East Mapleleaf Drive, Mt. Pleasant.
The Loynachans will be at Wesley Chapel Sunday, November 5. The congregation will offer supper at 5:30, with the concert to follow at 7:00. A free will offering will be received. Wesley Chapel is located at 2151 200th St, Mt Pleasant. The facility is accessible with plenty of free parking. All are welcome!

Monday
2023-11-06
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church is hosting its annual spaghetti supper from 4:30pm – 7:00pm. Salad, garlic bread and desserts are included! Free Will Offering for the meal which be held in the lower level of St. Michael’s, 202 E. Washington Street in Mt. Pleasant.
Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 Academy Avenue in Swedesburg, is hosting Smorgasbord on Thursday, December 7th-ADVANCE TICKETS or suggested and are available in person starting at 9:00am today! Tickets are $20.00 each, first come, first serve at the Parish Hall.

Tuesday
2023-11-07
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 9-11am. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School from 5-6:30 p.m. 10″ softshell tacos (beef or chicken), chips & homemade salsa, walking tacos, super nachos, pop & water. Dine in or to-go at 1505 East Washington Street in Mount Pleasant, 319-385-8613.
The Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5-7 pm. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.
Friends of Henry County Health Center are now taking pre-orders for the Poinsettia Sale in December! Plants are $12 each, or $10 each for 6 plants or more. Choice of Red or White Poinsettias. Pre-order until November 16th for delivery on December 7th! Place your order at the information desk or call 385-6524.

Wednesday
2023-11-08
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 1-4pm. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
The Mount Pleasant City Compost site is open Wednesdays from 1 pm to 6 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located behind Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
VFW Post 7641 in New London serving tacos! Serving is from 5-7 pm. Pretty yummy margaritas too. Every Wednesday Sept-May.
Grief Share will meet tonight at the New London Christian Church from 6-7:30 p.m. These meetings are open to anyone handling grief no matter where you are in your journey. Learn more HERE!
Three Rivers Tractor Club is hosting a soup supper at the Donnellson Community Room tonight at 6:00pm. Bring a covered dish to share.

Thursday
2023-11-09
Join the Friends of Henry County Health Center for Lighted Holiday Open House 4:00pm – 7:00pm at the HCHC Gift Shop! Hot Cider and treats will be served; buy one bottle brush tree, get the second for 10% off and register to win a $50 gift certificate-no purchase necessary!

Friday
2023-11-10
New London City Office closed in observance of Veteran’s Day.
Mount Pleasant City Offices closed in observance of Veteran’s Day.
Tune into 105.5 FM or KILJ.com at 10 am this morning for a special Music & the Spoken Word radio special brought to you by the Kimzey Funeral Home and featuring the Marine Band!
Join in a Marine Corps Birthday Celebration! It is scheduled to begin at 4:30pm at the VFW in Mt. Pleasant, 103 S. Jackson Street! The cutting of the cake is scheduled for 5:30pm and the VFW Hall will be serving the normal Friday menu!
Main Street Mt. Pleasant presents Jingle, Jingle Holiday Open House in downtown Mt. Pleasant 5:00pm – 7:00pm! Join downtown merchants for an evening of Holiday snacks & drinks, beautiful decorations and some Holiday Magic for early Christmas shopping! Go to Main Street Mt. Pleasant’s Facebook page for full details.
The City Of Mt. Pleasant’s FREE LEAF COLLECTION begins next week, November 13-17. All leaves must be bagged, separated from bags of trash and placed at the curb on your designated trash day. This collection is open to all residents, so if your trash is picked up by a service other than the City, should call City Hall at 319-385-1470.
Fairfield Area Community Theatre Presents “The Thanksgiving Play” at 7:00pm at the Walton Club, 2265 Walton Lake Road, Fairfield. Tickets for this Dessert Show are $20 and available at Adela’s or at the door! There are shows tomorrow night at 7:00pm and on Sunday at 2:30pm.

Saturday
2023-11-11
The City of Mt. Pleasant Compost Site has new hours: Wednesday, the site will be open 12pm-5pm & Saturday 8am-5pm.
V.F.W. Post 7641 will host a Veterans Day Observance at 2 p.m. at 802 East McKinley in New London. Refreshments will be served by the Auxiliary after the program.
The New London V.F.W. Post 7641 is serving up a Catfish & Chicken Dinner from 5:00pm – 7:00pm!! Catfish-$13.00/person, Chicken-$9.00/person (chicken all white-$10.00/person). Dinner includes Roll and choice of 2 sides (Fries, Baked Beans, Coleslaw). The public is welcome.
The Lockridge Veterans Association is hosting a Veterans Day Program. At 7:45am Veterans Day guests will meet at the Community Center. Raising of the flag at the cemetery is scheduled at 8:00am. Breakfast casserole, gravy, homemade pastries, coffee, tea, and juice will be served at the Community Center. The Veterans Day Program “Freedom” will take place at 8:45am.
The Winter Market & Craft Show at the Presbyterian Church in Mt. Pleasant, 902 South Walnut Street is from 9:00am – Noon. You will find crafts, art, homemade and canned goods, as well as some produce! Check it out!
Sunrise Terrace in Winfield is hosting a Craft & Bake Sale 9:00am 1:00pm at 706 West Central Ave. in Winfield! Lots of guest vendors will feature handmade crafts & homemade products, including Fall and Christmas decor. Residents will have baked goods and there will be a Coffee Bar for guests to enjoy a roll & beverage!
The Mt. Pleasant High School Drama Department presents: PRIDE & PREJUDICE at the Heatilator Performing Arts Center, 307 East Monroe in Mt. Pleasant. Showtimes are 7:00pm tonight and 2:00pm tomorrow afternoon! Admission is $10 at the door.
The Thanksgiving Play” at The Walton Club, 2265 Walton Lake Road, Fairfield. Tickets for the show are $20 at the door or available for purchase at Adela’s.
The Avenue of the Flags has Veterans Day Observance plans for today. Beginning at 10:30am, the public is invited to 300 W Monroe St in Mt. Pleasant (Veterans Hall), for observance. Dean King is Master of Ceremonies and Pastor Bryan Katchay will deliver the invocation and benediction. The MPCHS Coral Group will sing the National Anthem and another patriotic selection. At 11:00 the Henry County Honor Guard will fire 3 volleys in honor of all veterans, and taps will be sounded. There were ten names added to the Henry County Memorial stones this Veterans Day, and those names will be acknowledged. This brings the total list of names on the memorial to 1515.

Sunday
2023-11-12
The Hillsboro Fire Department is cooking up a breakfast feast 8:00am – noon (or until it’s all gone!) at the fire station, 105 East Commercial Street, Hillsboro! They are serving eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, hash browns, gravy & coffee, OJ, & milk! Eat, tour the fire station, and have fun supporting the Hillsboro Fire Department-free will donation!
Join the Swedesburg Churchmen of Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church for a Pancake breakfast at the Parish Hall, 201 Academy Avenue from 7:00am – 9:30am. Pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice & coffee are on the menu and your free will offering will support local efforts to alleviate world hunger through “Growing HOPE Globally”.
You are invited to a Service of Remembrance to honor your loved one: 100pm – 2:00pm at Every Step Hospice Office, 118 N. Main Street, Mt. Pleasant. Music, Refreshments, free, and everyone is welcome! Please R.S.V.P. by contacting Allison Smith, Bereavement Counselor at ansmith@everystep.org or please text 319-201-9513 by October 29th.
The Fairfield Area Community Theatre presents “The Thanksgiving Play” at 2:30pm at The Walton Club, 2265 Walton Lake Road, Fairfield. Tickets for this dessert show are $20 at the door or for purchase at Adela’s.
The Southeast Iowa Band will present their annual fall concert November Posies at 6:00 pm at the First United Methodist Church in Burlington, Iowa. This beautifully renovated historic church is located in downtown Burlington at 421 Washington Street. The Southeast Iowa Band is a 55-member ensemble comprised of talented musicians and music educators from across the region. This concert is free and open to the public. For questions or more information, please visit www.seiband.org or visit the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra facebook page, www.facebook.com/SEISOrchestra

Monday
2023-11-13
The City of Mt. Pleasant’s FREE LEAF COLLECTION begins this week! 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 by a service other than the City, please call City Hall at 319-385-1470.
The Mt. Pleasant School District PTA has opened the WINTER STORE this week! Order outdoor Panther Gear…MP fleece blankets, MP folding soft seat, MP stadium chair, or a large MP umbrella! Support our students in comfort at outdoor activities!
https://mt-pleasant-winter-store.spiritsale.com

The Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church in Swedesburg is presenting an opportunity to learn how to make Ostkaka-a traditional Swedish dish. Sessions are from 9:00am – 3:00pm in the Parish Hall. A soup luncheon will be served at noon! Call or text Ruth Meth: 319-931-5481 or sign up in the church basement! This event is free!
The Wayland Antique Tractor Club is hosting a soup supper at 6:30pm at the Mennonite Church South of Washington. Please bring a covered dish to share.

Tuesday
2023-11-14
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 9-11am. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
Mom Cafe: We would like to invite all moms to join us for a monthly gathering during which we eat delicious treats, discuss the ups and downs of motherhood with other moms, learn valuable ideas for our families and share from our hearts with one another. Starting on September 12, we will meet on the second Tuesday evening of every month from 6 until 7:30pm at Saint Alphonsus Catholic Church in Mount Pleasant. At this time, we do not provide childcare. Even if you can’t join our in-person gatherings, feel free to connect to our Facebook page (Mom Cafe) where we often post local events that are fun for the entire family. If you have any questions, please reach out to Tamara Zechin at 319-217-2456 or Amy Bly at 507-696-0838. Hope to see you soon!
The November Diabetes Support Group will meet from 2:00pm – 3:00pm at the Diabetes Education Center at Henry County Health Center, 407 South White Street in Mt. Pleasant. It’s World Diabetes Day and this meeting is a wonderful opportunity to ask questions with Dr. Mogassbi, Endocrinologist and the Program Medical Director!
Taco Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Christian School from 5-6:30 p.m. 10″ softshell tacos (beef or chicken), chips & homemade salsa, walking tacos, super nachos, pop & water. Dine in or to-go at 1505 East Washington Street in Mount Pleasant, 319-385-8613.
The Mount Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5-7 pm. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.

Wednesday
2023-11-15
Henry County Public Health Immunization Clinic today from 1-4pm. No appointment necessary. Bring your insurance card, but there are vaccines for uninsured/underinsured individuals. 106 North Jackson Street in Mount Pleasant, call 319-385-0779 with questions.
The Mount Pleasant City Compost site is open Wednesdays from 12pm to 5pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located behind Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
VFW Post 7641 in New London serving tacos! Serving is from 5-7 pm. Pretty yummy margaritas too. Every Wednesday Sept-May.
Grief Share will meet tonight for the last night of the session at the New London Christian Church from 6-7:30 p.m. These meetings are open to anyone handling grief no matter where you are in your journey. Learn more HERE!

Thursday
2023-11-16
Addington Place of Mt. Pleasant presents Lunch for a Cause 11:30am – 1:00pm! Enjoy Carry Out or Delivery by calling 319-385-7227. Turkey Tetrazzini, Green Peas, Garlic Bread & Apple Turnover complete the meal for $7.00! Proceeds benefit the National T.T.T. Society Camping for Girls.
Big Creek Tractor Club is hosting a soup supper at 5:30pm at the Open Bible Church on Cherry Street in Mt. Pleasant. Will be serving chili and potato soups. Please bring a dish to share.

Friday
2023-11-17
Monthly Veteran’s breakfast at the Moose Lodge in Mount Pleasant. Third Friday of the month, the time for gathering is 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Speakers will be present at each breakfast.
The Henry County Recorder’s Office will close at 2:30pm this afternoon for training. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, November 20th!
It’s PINK FRIDAY! Main Street Mt. Pleasant encourages you to “Paint the Town Pink” 4:00pm – 8:00pm in downtown Mt. Pleasant! Shop small first and take advantage of unique gifts, treasures and HOLIDAY MAGIC! Explore what Mt. Pleasant merchants have for you to discover!
The Mt. Pleasant Public Library is inviting you to join them on Friday, November 17 at 10am for a local author visit with Dr. Olabisi Gwamna. She will be speaking about her new book “The Other Side of Fear” and will have copies available for purchase and signing. The program will be in the large study room, and is free to attend.

Saturday
2023-11-18
HELP TO OTHERS Holiday Craft & Vendor Show with Lunch! 9:00am- 1:00pm at Manning Hall, St. Alphonsus Church, 607 South Jackson Street in Mt. Pleasant. Lots of Vendors with plenty of Christmas gifts to choose from! Hot sandwiches, Soup, Chili & Cinnamon Rolls for Lunch! SANTA WILL BE THERE! The mission of “Help to Others” is to assist Henry County individuals who face emergency situations.
You are invited to the November Winfield Area Grateful Gathering (WAGG) hosted at Swedesburg Lutheran Church, 1897 140th Street, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa at 4:00pm! Organist Christopher Arp will feature works by Paul Manz & more at this event which is free and open to the public! A reception will follow in the church basement, with a free will offering.
The Winter Market & Craft Show features local art, homemade goods, and a variety of items including Christmas decor. The show is 9:00am – 12:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 902 South Walnut Street in Mt. Pleasant!
All God’s Creatures features a Holiday Open House 11:00am – 4:00pm, 2205 East Washington Street in Mt. Pleasant! Hot Cocoa & Refreshments, Pet Microchipping-$20, DIY Winter Cat Houses to craft and/or take, Holiday Photo Ops for you and your pet and Merch for sale! (calendars, jewelry, t-shirts, dog sweaters/coats & more!)
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN LOCATION – now at the First United Methodist Church in Mount Pleasant!!! KIDSYMPHONY! “Peter and the Wolf” is a concert for families and is bigger & better than ever! This 45 minute concert features music from Star Wars & Disney’s Encanto. Fun, interactive and educational! Tickets are $5 for adults-Kids are FREE! The show starts at 2:00pm at the First United Methodist Church, 309 North Main Street in Mt. Pleasant!
The Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church in Swedesburg is presenting an opportunity to learn how to make Ostkaka-a traditional Swedish dish. Sessions are from 9:00am – 3:00pm in the Parish Hall. A soup luncheon will be served at noon! Call or text Ruth Meth: 319-931-5481 or sign up in the church basement! This event is free!
It’s a FEATHER PARTY at the Mt. Pleasant Veterans Hall starting with Tenderloins and Fries from 5:00pm – 7:00pm and the raffle starting at 7:30pm! There are over 100 prizes, $2 per ticket and just in time for the Holidays… win Turkeys, Hams and Bacon! “Amarillo” will be performing for listening and dancing! Everyone is welcome: 300 West Monroe Street in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa.
Mount Pleasant Festival of Lights Fun Run/Walk ONLY tonight and tomorrow from 5:30 pm -8:00 pm. There will be no vehicles for today and tomorrow so grab your friends, grab your kids, and through on your walking shoes after you bundle up to enjoy the beautiful lighted displays in the Old Thresher’s Campground. $5 per person, kids 4 and under are free.

Sunday
2023-11-19
Join the Hillsboro Christian Church for their annual Veterans Day/Thanksgiving Community Dinner at 12:30pm at the Hillsboro Community Center, 105 East Commercial Street in Hillsboro. Everyone is welcome, free will donations accepted and all proceeds will go to the Veterans Freedom Center in Dubuque, Iowa.
23rd Annual Tri-T Tour of Homes today from 1-4 pm! Start at any of the homes; Melodee & Mitch Yaley at 600 E. Harvest Dr., Lea Bradley at 500 W. Monroe St., Ann & John Bennett at 1913 Franklin Avenue on the Trenton Blacktop, and Melanie & Roger Patton at 1898 Franklin Avenue also on the Trenton Blacktop. Tickets are $15 in advance at Brown’s Shoe Fit of Mount Pleasant or $20 at the door. All proceeds send young girls to summer camp who may not have the opportunity to go otherwise!
Mount Pleasant Festival of Lights Fun Run/Walk ONLY tonight from 5:30 pm -8:00 pm. There will be no vehicles for today so grab your friends, grab your kids, and through on your walking shoes after you bundle up to enjoy the beautiful lighted displays in the Old Thresher’s Campground. $5 per person, kids 4 and under are free.
The Burlington Area Council of Churches will celebrate Thanksgiving with a service at 4:00pm at the Burlington United Methodist Church, 421 Washington Street in Burlington. Everyone is welcome!

Monday
2023-11-20
Salem Elementary School is hosting a BLOOD DRIVE 3:00pm – 6:00pm in the gym at 412 East Jackson Street in Salem, Iowa. Saving lives never goes out of style! Call the school to schedule: 319-258-7799!
Southeast Iowa Realty is looking for donations of NEW BLANKETS of any size through Friday,December 1st to donate to local agencies who support our SE Iowa Communities. Warm a heart by dropping off a blanket: 129 North Jefferson Street in Mt. Pleasant!
