Community Events

  • Monday

    Players Workshop will hold open auditions for Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors on March 1 and 2, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Workshop, 1431 Grove Street in Burlington. The comedy is a fast paced, over the top send up of Bram Stoker’s classic, blending elements of Mel Brooks, Monty Python, and The 39 Steps. […]

  • Tuesday

    Mount Pleasant Christian School will host Taco Tuesday tonight from 5 to 6:30 p.m. as high school students serve a fundraiser meal to support their Junior Senior Banquet this spring. The menu includes taco salad bowls, tacos, super nachos, walking tacos, homemade corn chips and salsa, and soft serve vanilla ice cream. Guests may dine […]

  • Wednesday

    The historic Harlan-Lincoln House in Mount Pleasant is open for tours Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. March through October. Located at 101 West Broad Street, the museum highlights the connection between Senator James Harlan and the family of President Abraham Lincoln, featuring artifacts and stories from both families. Donations are appreciated, and […]

  • Thursday

    ImpactLife will host a blood drive on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Community High School in Mount Pleasant. The blood drive will take place in The Commons, located at 2104 South Grand Avenue. Community members are encouraged to donate and help support the ongoing need for blood in […]

  • Friday

    The Houghton Knights of Columbus Fish Fry is from 5pm - 7:30pm at the KC Hall!  Whole Catfish, Fish Fillets, or Jumbo Shrimp with two sides are on the menu.  Carryout is available by calling 319-469-2641.  The next KC fish fry is scheduled for March 27th! It's BINGO Night at the Vet's Hall in Mt. […]

  • Saturday

    The historic Harlan-Lincoln House in Mount Pleasant is open for tours Wednesdays and Saturdays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. March through October. Located at 101 West Broad Street, the museum highlights the connection between Senator James Harlan and the family of President Abraham Lincoln, featuring artifacts and stories from both families. Donations are appreciated, and […]

  • Sunday

    It's Puzzle Palooza at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Mt. Pleasant at 2pm!  Tickets are $20/person available at Browns Shoe Fit or by calling 319-931-1300.  Snacks are provided and all are welcome.  This event is sponsored by P.E.O. chapter OX and proceeds go toward supporting educational opportunities for women. Southeast Iowa Band […]

  • Tuesday

    The Mount Pleasant 5th through 8th Grade Band Concert will be held Tuesday, March 10, at the Chapel Auditorium, 601 N. Main Street in Mount Pleasant. The 5th Grade Band will begin at 6:45 pm, followed by the 6th Grade Band, with the 7th and 8th Grade Band performing at 7:30 pm. This event is […]