Sunday
2024-07-14
Enjoy Holiday Music tonight with the Burlington Municipal Band! The theme tonight is “Christmas in July!” You’ll be able to listen to all of your holiday favorites at the Crapo Park bandshell when Notre Dame band director Carmen Lachnitt conducts the Muni Band’s 7:30 PM concert. UNI student and Notre Dame High School graduate Adrian Benson will be the vocal soloist. It’ll be a rare opportunity to mix eggnog and bug spray so bring your holiday cheer along with a lawn chair or sit on provided benches. In case of rain or snow, the concert will move to the James Madison auditorium at 2132 Madison Avenue.
Enjoy the last day of the Snake Alley Film Festival at the Capitol Theater from 12:00pm-3:30pm and the awards ceremony at 5:00pm!
The Washington County Fair kicks off today and lasts until Friday, July 19! It will take place at the Washington County Fairgrounds at 611 South Highway 1 in Washington. This is today’s schedule:

1:00pm Truck & ATV Mud Drag-S. of Grandstand
1:00pm – 5:00pm Car Show — N. of Depot
3:00pm – 5:00pm Open Class Exhibit Entry –Old School House
3:00pm 4-H & FFA Dog Obedience Show
5:00pm GARDEN TRACTOR PULL-Grandstand
7:00pm WASHINGTON CO. QUEEN CONTEST – 4-H Senior Recognition at intermission

For more information, visit https://washingtoncountyfairia.com/
Come to the last day of the Lee County Fair at the Lee County Fairgrounds in Donnellson! Here’s today’s schedule:

9:00am Non-Denominational Church Service – Learning Center
9:30am 4H/FFA Dog Show – Show Barn
10:00am – 11:00am Car Show Registration – Grandstand
11:00am – 1:30pm Car Show – Grandstand

Henry County Fair

8:30 am 4H/FFA Horse Show

Monday
2024-07-15
Henry County Health Center’s Diabetes Education is hosting a Free Prediabetes Class, 12-1 p.m., Suite 25 – Take a deeper dive into diabetes topics that interest you and connect with others.

HCHC Diabetes Education is hosting a Diabetes Group Class on Monday, July 22, from 8:30am-2:30pm in Suite 25. This diabetes education class is open to anyone who has Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Call HCHC’s Diabetes Education Center at 319-385-6518 to register by Friday, July 19. 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.

Visit the Washington County Fair today to Friday, July 19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds at 611 S Hwy 1 in Washington. Here’s today’s schedule:

9:00am – 12:00pm Open Class Exhibit Entry – Old School House
10:00am 4-H & FFA Dog Agility Show
11:00am Comedy Cooking with Kids
11:30am Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
12:00pm-6:00pm Antique Tractor Display-E. of Dallmeyer Hall
12:00pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
12:00pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
12:00pm 4-H & FFA Livestock Judging Contest
1:00pm Doc Magic Variety Show
1:30pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
2:00pm – 4:00pm KCTC Bags Tournament—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
2:30pm 4-H & FFA Goat Show* (Clover Kid Goat Show to follow)
2:30pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot 3:00 Dangerous Feats of Comedy
3:30pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
4:00pm 4-H Share-the-Fun & Runway Show
4:00pm Pie Eating Contest
4:30pm Clover Kids Lego Build Off
5:00pm Pride of Iowa (Taste test 4-Hers cuisine)
5:00pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
5:00pm – 7:00pm Little Hands on the Farm
5:15pm Clover Kids “Great Gardeners Fest”
5:30pm Tall Corn Contest
5:45pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot
6:00pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
6:00pm Washington County Pee-Wee Cutie Contest
6:00pm Rabbit Poster Presentations—Rabbit Barn
6:15pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
6:30pm Antique Tractor Parade
6:30pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
6:45pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot
7:00pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
7:00pm SANCTIONED TRACTOR-TRUCK PULL- Grandstand Event Sponsor—KDK Sales & Equipment
7:15pm Doc Magic Variety Show
7:30pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
8:00pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
8:15pm Doc Magic Variety Show

Learn more at https://washingtoncountyfairia.com/
The competition for the Lee County Fair is over, but there are still events today to help clean up:

7:30am – 9:00am Exhibitor/Buyer Breakfast – Learning Center
8:30am Jr. Agriculture Livestock Auction – Show Barn

Tuesday
2024-07-16
Visit the Washington County Fair today to Friday, July 19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds at 611 S Hwy 1 in Washington. Here’s today’s schedule:

8:30am 4-H & FFA Sheep Show with Clover Kid Sheep Show to follow
9:00am Comedy Cooking with Kids
9:30am 4-H & FFA Horse & Pony Show
9:45am Doc Magic Variety Show
10:00am Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
10:00am-6:00pm Corn & Soybean Growers Educational Trailer-Grand Concourse
10:30am Foam Zone—N. of Depot
10:45am Tiger Encounter—W. of Comm. Exhibit Hall
11:00am Dangerous Feats of Comedy
11:30am Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
12:30pm Doc Magic Variety Show
1:00pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
1:30pm 4-H & FFA Pet Show
1:30pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
2:00pm 4-H & FFA Dairy Cattle Show
2:00-4:00pm KCTC Bags Tournament—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
2:30pm Clover Kids Pet Show
2:45pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
3:00-5:30pm ImpactLife Blood Drive-Grand Concourse
3:15pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
3:45pm Doc Magic Variety Show 4:00 4-H & FFA Breeding Beef Show
4:30pm 4-H & FFA Poultry Show—Poultry Barn
4:30pm Oreo Stacking Contest
4:45pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot
5:00-7:00pm Little Hands on the Farm
5:00pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
5:00pm 4-H Working Exhibits
5:15pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
5:30pm Frog Jumping Contest
6:00pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
6:30pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
6:30pm Mutton Buston (Sign up begins at 5:45PM)
7:00pm Sandburr Rodeo Production-Grandstand
7:15pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
7:30pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
8:00pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot

Learn more at https://washingtoncountyfairia.com/
It’s always Taco Tuesday at The Moose Lodge. Serving tacos, walking tacos & taco salads from 5:00 – 7:00pm. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.
Learn about the benefits of transcendental meditation from 7:00-8:00pm at The Art Center of Burlington. To pre-register, visit https://www.tm.org/centers/fort-madison or get more information by calling 828-844-4568 or emailing fboggess@tm.org.

Wednesday
2024-07-17
Henry Co Historic Preservation Commission will hold its monthly meeting at the Henry County Courthouse at 1:00 PM The public is invited to attend.
Tonight is The Hive Fights Hunger Food Drive at the ballpark in Burlington! The Bees face the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes at 6:30pm. For tickets and information, www.GOBEES.com. “Get Stung by the Fun!”
Come visit the Henry County Fair from today to Saturday, July 22 at the Old Threshers Campgrounds in Mount Pleasant! Here’s today’s schedule:

8:00am – 3:30pm Exhibits Judging (Exhibit Building)
7:00am – 4:00pm All animals arrive to stalls (Swine arrive between 7:00am – 9:00am)
4:00pm Sheep & Goat Weigh In
4:00pm – 6:00pm Farmer’s Market (Wright Pavilion)
4:30pm Rabbits Check In
5:00pm Poultry Check In
6:00pm Beef Weigh In
6:00pm Kids Pedal Pull (Tractor Headquarters)
7:00pm Farm Bureau Animals Received
7:30pm State Fair Qualifiers Announced
7:30pm Queen Contest & 4-H Clothing Event (WP)

For more information, visit henrycountyiowafair.com.
Visit the Washington County Fair today to Friday, July 19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds at 611 S Hwy 1 in Washington. Here’s today’s schedule:

8:00am 4-H & FFA Swine Show
9:00-11:00am Bows & Bullets Archery Demo – Grand Concourse
9:00am Dangerous Feats of Comedy
9:00am Rooster Crowing Contest (Poultry Barn)
9:30-11:00am Kids’ Day Activities hosted by WCHC
9:30-11:30am Little Hands on the Farm
9:30am Foam Zone—N. of Depot
9:45am Doc Magic Variety Show
10:00am Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
10:15am Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
10:30am Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
11:00am Comedy Cooking with Kids
11:30am Foam Zone—N. of Depot
12:00pm Carnival Tickets & Money Scramble
12:30pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
1:30pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
2:00pm Bubble Gum Contest
2:00pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
2:00-4:00pm KCTC Bags Tournament—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
2:45pm Bingo
3:00pm 4-H & FFA Bucket Bottle Calf Show with Clover Kid Bucket Bottle Calf Show to follow
3:30-5:30pm Popsicle Giveaway
4:00pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
4:30pm 4-H & FFA Rabbit Show-Rabbit Barn
4:30pm Children’s Pedal Pull Contest-Grand Concourse Sign Up begins at 4PM
4:30pm Doc Magic Variety Show
5:00-7:00pm Little Hands on the Farm
5:00pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
5:30pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
6:00pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
6:30pm STATE FAIR TALENT SEARCH
6:30pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot
7:00pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
7:15pm 1st year 4-H Member Recognition
7:15pm Clover Kids Graduation
7:45pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
7:30pm DEMOLITION DERBY-Grandstand with Fireworks following event
8:00pm Doc Magic Variety Show
8:30pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot

Learn more at https://washingtoncountyfairia.com/
Mount Pleasant RAGBRAI volunteers are having a meeting at 5:30pm on the 3rd floor of the Union Block Building tonight.
What’s in season? Check out the Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market this afternoon for fresh produce, baked goods and more. The Farmer’s Market is in Wright Family Pavilion at McMillian park Saturdays 8:30am – 11:00pm and Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm!

Thursday
2024-07-18
*** Big Creek Tractor Club Meeting cancelled for tonight! ***
The 2024 FARM FAMILY PICNIC from 5:00pm – 6:30pm at the Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park! The Henry County Pork Producers and the Henry County Cattlemen will be grilling! This meal is a free will donation and supports local educators to integrate agriculture within their classrooms. The proceeds this year will go toward an Ag Literacy Grant!
Henry County Health Center’s Diabetes Education is hosting a CGM Support Group, 2-3 p.m., Suite 25.
Get fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, eggs, plants, and more at the Donnellson Farmer’s Market every Thursday until August 29 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Railroad Park!
The Moose Lodge is having a Veteran’s Appreciation Meal tonight, July 18th from 5:00 – 7:00. All Veterans & family members eat for free. All others eat for a free will donation. All proceeds will be donated to the Quilts of Valor.
The Burlington Bees are in action at 6:30pm tonight against the Jackson Rockabillys. Enjoy Throwback Thursday with 50’s Summer Nights and Ballpark Lights! For tickets and information: www.GOBEES.com. “Get Stung by the Fun!”
Come visit the Henry County Fair from today to Saturday, July 22 at the Old Threshers Campgrounds in Mount Pleasant! Here’s today’s schedule:

8:00am – 11:00am Clover Kids & Open Class Exhibits Judging
10:00am Dog Show (west end of Wright Pavilion)
11:00am Swine Weigh In
11:00am – 3:00pm 4-H Bucket/Bottle Interviews
12:00pm – 4:00pm Lego Contest Drop Off (Exhibit Building)
1:00pm Rabbit Show
2:00pm Swine, Beef, Sheep & Goat Scanning, in barns. Exhibitor must be present to assist with animals.
4:30pm LEGO Judging
5:00pm – 6:30pm Farm Family Ag Appreciation Meal (Wright Pavilion)
6:30pm 4-H/Farm Bureau Bottle Animal Show
7:00pm Bill Riley Talent Show
Dusk Movie Night (between Wright Pavilion and Grandstand)

For more information, visit henrycountyiowafair.com.
Visit the Washington County Fair today to Friday, July 19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds at 611 S Hwy 1 in Washington. Here’s today’s schedule:

8:00am 4-H & FFA Market Beef Show
9:00am Doc Magic Variety Show
9:30am Clover Kid Rabbit Mentoring
9:45am Comedy Cooking with Kids
10:00am CK Show-Rabbit Barn
10:00am Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
10:15am Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
10:30am Dangerous Feats of Comedy
11:30am Comedy Cooking with Kids
11:45am Foam Zone—N. of Depot
12:00pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
12:45pm Doc Magic Variety Show
1:00pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
1:30pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
1:45pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot
2:00-4:00pm KCTC Bags Tournament—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
2:00pm Doc Magic Variety Show
2:30pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
3:00-4:30pm 4-H & FFA Mud Volleyball-South of Grandstand (Check-In at 2:30 PM)
3:45pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
5:00pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
5:00-7:00pm Little Hands on the farm
5:00pm Presentation of Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame, State Fair & Special Awards
5:30pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
6:00pm Bucket of Junk Auction (Immediately following presentation of awards)
6:00-9:00pm Knocker Balls—West of Track
6:30pm Ventriloquist Kevin Horner
7:00pm Bacon Buddies
7:30pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot
8:00pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot
8:00-10:00pm Youth Dance hosted by County Council

Learn more at https://washingtoncountyfairia.com/

Friday
2024-07-19
HCHC Diabetes Education is hosting a Diabetes Group Class on Monday, July 22, from 8:30am-2:30pm in Suite 25. This diabetes education class is open to anyone who has Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Call HCHC’s Diabetes Education Center at 319-385-6518 to register by Friday, July 19. 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.
Stop by the Veterans Hall in Mt. Pleasant at 300 West Monroe Street for breakfast! They will start serving at 8:30am and will serve breakfast on the 3rd Friday of each month!
It’s Christmas in July in 4 of the Scenic Villages of Van Buren County today & tomorrow, 10:00am – 4:00pm! Over 20 businesses will be doing the Hot Cocoa Run: Keosauqua, Bentonsport, Bonaparte, and Farmington! Join the SHOP HOP…

specialty shops
museums
artesian studios
author book signings

Main Street Mt. Pleasant presents “a day at the beach” in downtown Mt. Pleasant! Enjoy specials, sales, drinks and fun while you shop from 5pm -7pm today and tomorrow! It’s a BEACH PARTY and SIDEWALK SALES in Mt. Pleasant!
Grand ole opry veteran Daryl Mosley will perform a Gospel Music Concert @ Cornerstone Church in Washington! Free will donation, doors open at 6:30 p.m. Sunday Services • 10:30 a.m. 322 South D Ave Washington, Iowa.
Come visit the Henry County Fair from today to Saturday, July 22 at the Old Threshers Campgrounds in Mount Pleasant! Here’s today’s schedule:

7:00am – 9:00am Farm Service/Agriland Breakfast (Wright Pavilion)
9:00am Swine Show
1:00pm Poultry Show
3:00pm Livestock Production Show (Beef, Swine, Sheep & Goat)
5:30pm Working Exhibits (Exhibit Building)
6:00pm Clover Kid Graduation Ceremony (Exhibit Building)
6:30pm IFPA Truck & Tractor Pull (Grandstand – Beer Garden open)

For more information, visit henrycountyiowafair.com.
Visit the Washington County Fair today to Friday, July 19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds at 611 S Hwy 1 in Washington. Here’s today’s schedule:

8:30am Livestock Auction
5:00pm Horseshoe Pitching Tournament (Open Doubles) (Check in time is 4:45 PM) – Cattle Barn
5:00pm Dangerous Feats of Comedy
5:30pm Tiger Encounter—W. of Commercial Exhibit Hall
6:00pm Comedy Cooking with Kids
6:30pm Doc Magic Variety Show
7:00pm MOTOCROSS-Grandstand
7:30pm Foam Zone—N. of Depot
8:00pm Rock N Circus—N. of Depot

Learn more at https://washingtoncountyfairia.com/

Saturday
2024-07-20
Main Street Mt. Pleasant presents “a day at the beach” in downtown Mt. Pleasant! Enjoy specials, sales, drinks and fun while you shop from 5pm -7pm today! It’s a BEACH PARTY and SIDEWALK SALES in Mt. Pleasant!
Come visit the Henry County Fair from today to Saturday, July 22 at the Old Threshers Campgrounds in Mount Pleasant! Here’s today’s schedule:

Sinclair Tractor Breakfast (by Livestock Barns)
8:00am – 11:00am Farmers Market
9:00am Beef Show
Noon – 4:00pm Free Kids Activities (Face Painting, Animal Balloons, Foam Blaster, Pony Rides & more!)
3:00pm 4-H/FFA & Farm Bureau Bottle Animal Costume Contest
4:00pm Mud Volleyball – Do not wash up in Bathrooms!
5:00pm Barnyard Olympics
7:00pm Demolition Derby (Beer Garden Open)
9:00pm – 11:00pm Jive Radio (WP/Beer Garden)

For more information, visit henrycountyiowafair.com.
Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation is hosting a low-cost Microchip & Vaccination Clinic from 11:00am – 2:00pm at 1986 Gear Avenue in Fairfield. The clinic is open to the public and includes free registration of the chip. Toenail trimming for both dogs & cats is available and all proceeds from this clinic will benefit the animals and programs of Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation.
It’s “Christmas in July” in 4 of the Scenic Villages of Van Buren County today, 10:00–4:00pm! Over 20 businesses in Keosauqua, Bentonsport, Bonaparte, and Farmington! 40 OUTDOOR vendors will be set up in the Historic Bentonsport Riverfront Park! Join in the Rudolph Run Scavenger Hunt with $300 in prizes!
Swedish Pancakes for breakfast at the Swedesburg Parrish Hall this morning 8:00-11:00am! Breakfast includes Swedish Pancakes, Potato Sausage, Ham, Pastries, Juice, and Coffee for $10.00. The Swedesburg Parrish Hall, 201 Academy Avenue in Swedesburg.
Find your Civil War ancestors at the Henry County Heritage Trust’s “Researching Your Civil War Roots” at 2:00pm at the Henry County Heritage Center Museum. Ray Wilson, member of the Southeast Iowa Civil War Roundtable group, will be there to provide free handouts and tips on how to accomplish this. Refreshments are provided. For questions, call 319-385-4983.
Looking for fresh produce and delicious baked goods? Stop by the Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market this morning at Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park! The Farmer’s Market has lots of items to choose from and is open on Saturdays 8:30am – 11:00am and Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open today from 10:00am – 12:00pm! The Discovery Center is geared toward younger children, there is something to “discover” for all ages!
Your trash may be somebody else’s treasure! Check out the Players Workshop’s annual Garage Sale at the Workshop, 1431 Grove Street, Burlington from 8:00am – 2:00pm. The $1.00 bag sale begins at 1:00pm!
The Louisa County Fair is today until Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Check out the schedule:

12:00pm Clover Kids Exhibit Talks/Interviews Begin
12:00-4:00pm Conference Judging of 4-H Static Exhibits

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Burlington Bees face the Clinton Lumberkings at home at 6:30pm and it is HENRY COUNTY COMMUNITY NIGHT! Tonight’s game theme is TAKE A BREAK: Mental Health Matters! Fireworks are included in tonight’s fun! For tickets and information, go to www.GOBEES.com! “Get Stung by the Fun!”

Sunday
2024-07-21
The Dover Museum in New London, Iowa, features “Letters to and from Home” at 1:30pm. The presentation is hosted by D. Kenneth Shelledy: WWII Memories of the Pacific. This event is free and open to the public.
The Green Mound Church in Trenton, Iowa, is hosting an Ice Cream & Hymn Sing starting at 6:00pm. Homemade ice cream with a variety of toppings and other goodies, plus great music will be available!
Jeremy Henman will conduct the 8th summer concert of the Burlington Municipal Band. The “theme” for this concert will be “great music”! The free, family-friendly concert will be at the Crapo Park bandshell at 7:30 PM. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket or sit on provided benches. In case of rain, the concert will move to the James Madison auditorium at 2132 Madison Avenue. Jeremy Henman will be the new West Burlington High School band director in the fall.
Join the Burlington Bees Extravaganza at the ballfield at 2:00pm! The theme is Community Basket Day! For more information, go to www.GOBEES.com!
Come visit the Henry County Fair from today to Saturday, July 22 at the Old Threshers Campgrounds in Mount Pleasant! Here’s today’s schedule:

8:00am Sheep Show
11:00am Goat Show – or will start 30 minutes following sheep show
12:00pm BBQ Contest Judging
12:00pm Adult Bags Tournament (Wright Pavilion) – Cornhole Flyer
2:00pm ATV Rodeo (Grandstand)
2:00pm Wine & Home Brew Contest (Tractor Headquarters)
3:00pm Release Bucket Calves (must clean stalls!), Rabbit & Poultry – clean up
5:00pm Release All Static Exhibits, Lego Contest entries, & Clean Up!

For more information, visit henrycountyiowafair.com.
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Monday, July 29 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

8:00am – 8:00pm Campers Arrive
11:00am-1:00pm OPEN Static Show Turn In
1:00pm Horses Arrive & Check In
2:00pm Beginner Horse Program Followed by 4H/FFA Horse Show

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Louisa County Fair is today to Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Here’s the schedule:

9:00am Church Services and Breakfast
5:00pm Supper
6:00pm Family Night and Coronation

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Van Buren County Fair starts today at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. Check out the schedule:

12:30pm Communications Judging – Fairview Barn
4:00pm Vet Checks for Horses – Goehring Arena
5:00pm 4-H/FFA & Open K-3 Horse Show – Goehring Arena

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.

Monday
2024-07-22
Henry County Health Center’s Diabetes Education is hosting a Diabetes Group Class – 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, July 19.
Although the Henry County Fair is officially over, there are still events happening at the Old Threshers Campgrounds for competitors:

Breakfast by KILJ
7:00am Release of Livestock not participating in auction
9:00am Ribbon Auction – Members must bring their own animals in the ring
Following – All Families Assist & Clean Up

For more information, visit henrycountyiowafair.com.
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Sunday, July 28 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

8:00am 4H/FFA Static Exhibits Judging

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Louisa County Fair is today until Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Check out the schedule:

3:00-6:00pm Floral Hall Entries
TBA Trivia
5:30-7:30pm Sheep/Goat/Beef/Swine vet check
6:00-7:30pm Sheep/Goat weigh in
7:00-8:30pm Poultry/Rabbit vet check and check in

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Burlington Bees and the Clinton Lumberkings take the field in Burlington at 6:30pm. Tonight’s theme is Pups & Pints: PAWS for the Cause Night! For tickets and information, go to www.GOBEES.com! “Get Stung by the Fun!”

Tuesday
2024-07-23
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Sunday, July 28 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

7:00am Cattle Can Arrive
8:00am-10:00am Swine Check in
10:30am-12:30pm Sheep Check/Weigh in
10:30am-12:30pm Goat Check in/Weigh in
12:00pm Swine Weigh In & Carcass Scanning Goat/Sheep Scanning to Follow
5:00pm-8:00pm Cattle Weigh in
5:00pm-7:00pm Rabbit/Poultry Check in Poultry Tested BEFORE Penning
7:00pm Queen Pageant & 4H/FFA Share the Fun

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Louisa County Fair is today until Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Check out the schedule:

6:00-8:00am Beef weigh-in and check-in
7:00-9:00am Agriland Breakfast
8:00-11:00am Floral Hall Entries
9:00am Dog Show
10:00am-7:00pm Fair Diner open
10:00am Ultrasound Begins
10:00am Reading on the Patio
11:00am Broiler Interviews
11:30am Flowers in Place
12:00pm Louisa Co. Cattleman Dinner
12:30pm Flower Judging and Flower Bucket Judging
1:00-3:00pm FFA Kid’s Games
1:30pm Genealogy Judging
2:00pm Swine self-declare weights due
3:00pm Farm and Garden Judging
3:30pm Canning Judging
6:00pm Poultry Show
6:00pm Horse Show
6:00pm Bill Riley Talent Show

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Van Buren County Fair is today until Monday, July 29 at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. Check out the schedule for today:

8:30am 4-H Exhibit Judging Begins – Fairview Barn (members/family only)
12:00pm-12:30pm Lunch Break for Judges
4:00pm All Dogs, Cats, & Pets must be on the grounds for Vet inspection
5:00pm 4-H/FFA & Open K-3 Cat Show – Small Animal Building
Following the Cat Show will be 4-H/FFA & Open K-3 Pet Show
Following the Pet Show will be 4-H/FFA & Open K-3 Dog Show
6:00pm-8:00pm Small Animal Check In & Vet Check at the Small Animal Building
8:00pm Rabbit and Poultry must be in place

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.
It’s always Taco Tuesday at The Moose Lodge. Serving tacos, walking tacos & taco salads from 5:00 – 7:00. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.

Wednesday
2024-07-24
The Louisa County Fair is today until Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Check out the schedule:

6:30-7:30am Chem Gro and Farmers Elevator
8:00am-12:00pm Bard Station Coffee Shop
8:00am-12:00pm Sol Coffee Shop
8:00am-12:00pm Sheep Show with Goat Show 30 minutes after
9:00am Photography Judging
9:30am Snapshot Judging
10:00am-4:00pm Fair Diner open
10:00am Reading on the Patio
12:30pm Antique Judging
1:00pm Bucket/Bottle Calf Interviews
1:00-4:00pm Jelly Roll Quilt Race
2:00-10:00pm Food Trucks
12:00-6:00pm Knockerball 118 Inflatables
2:00pm 4-H State Fair Static Exhibitors Meeting and Picture
4:00pm Clover Kids Livestock Show
6:30pm “Junction” Victory Christian Band
7:00pm Impact Pro Wrestling

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Monday, July 29 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

8:00am 4H/FFA Rabbit Show
9:00am 4H/FFA Bucket Bottle Interviews
9:00am 4H/FFA Single Source Swine Interviews
10:00am 4H/FFA Dairy Cattle/Goat Show & 4H/FFA Bottle Kid Dairy Goat Show
11:00am 4H/FFA Educational Presentations & Extemporaneous Speaking
12:30pm 4H/FFA Working Exhibits
1:00pm Clover Kids & Pre 4H Exhibit Class & Stuffed Animal Show
1:00pm 4H/FFA Poultry Show
3:00pm 4H/FFA Livestock Judging Contest
5:00pm Cash Grab
5:00pm Rabbit Costume Class & Agility Demo
7:00pm Jim Nealey Memorial Rodeo

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Van Buren County Fair is today until Monday, July 29 at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. Check out the schedule for today:

All Day Village Folk School’s “Paint the Fair”
7:00am-11:00am Weigh-In for Market Animals
3:00pm Youth Activity – Methodist Youth Building
3:00pm-5:30pm Weigh-In for Market Animals
5:30pm Farm Bureau Ultrasound of Market Animals
6:00pm All 4-H/FFA animals must be in place
6:00pm 4-H/FFA Rabbit Show – Rabbit Barn
8:00pm Glow in the Dark Volleyball Registration – Shelter House
8:30pm Glow in the Dark Volleyball

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.
Looking for fresh produce and delicious baked goods? Stop by the Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market this afternoon at Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park! The Farmer’s Market has lots of items to choose from and is open on Saturdays 8:30am – 11:00am and Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm.

Thursday
2024-07-25
Addington Place of Mt. Pleasant invites you to “LUNCH FOR A CAUSE” from 11:30am – 1:00pm. Enjoy pulled pork sandwiches, beans, coleslaw, and a lemon bar! ($7 per person) Proceeds will go toward the National T.T.T. who support young girls attend summer camp. Have lunch, take a tour and meet the team at Addington Place of Mt. Pleasant, 1406 Linden Drive. Delivery orders for lunch are available for 4 or more meals by calling 319-385-7227.
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Monday, July 29 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

8:00am 4H/FFA Swine Show
9:00am Beginner Bucket Bottle Interviews
1:00pm 4H/FFA Dog Show
1:00pm Lil Crower’s Poultry Workshop
2:00pm Mediapolis Jr. Farmers Mini Golf
5:00pm Cash Grab
6:00pm Barnyard Buddies
6:30pm Lil’ Squealer’s Pig Show
8:00pm Old Timer’s Showmanship

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Louisa County Fair is today until Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Check out the schedule:

7:00am Kent Nutrition Exhibitor’s Breakfast
8:00am–12:00pm Bard Station Coffee Shop
8:00am–12:00pm Sol Coffee Shop
8:00am Needlework Judging
9:00am Beef Show
9:30am Children’s Judging
10:00am–4:00pm Fair Diner open
10:00am–4:00pm Community Bank & Trust ice cream give away
10:00am Reading on the Patio – Special guest author Linda McCann Iowa’s own Rosie the Riveter of Iowa
10:30am Conservation Program
11:00am Nick’s Kids Show
11:30am Conservation Program
12:00– 6:00pm Knockerball 118 Inflatables
1:00pm Arts & Craft Judging
2:00–10:00pm Food Trucks
2:00pm Bingo
2:00pm Rabbit Show
2:00pm Nick’s Kid Show
3:00pm Kids Pedal Pull sponsored by L&M FFA
3:00–4:00pm Kids games
4:30pm Ice Cream Contest starts
5:45pm Ice Cream Judging
7:00pm Stock Car Races followed by Fireworks

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Van Buren County Fair is today until Monday, July 29 at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. Check out the schedule for today:

All Day Village Folk School’s “Paint the Fair”
8:00am 4-H/FFA Sheep Show – Show Barn
1:00pm 4-H/FFA Meat Goat Show (or a half-hour after Sheep Show) – Show Barn
2:00pm Youth Activity – Methodist Youth Building
3:00pm 4-H/FFA Dairy Goat Show (immediately after Meat Goat Show)
6:00pm Goehring Ranch Rodeo

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.
Get fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, eggs, plants, and more at the Donnellson Farmer’s Market every Thursday until August 29 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Railroad Park!

Friday
2024-07-26
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Monday, July 29 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

8:00am 4H/FFA Beef Show & BB Calf Show
9:45am Presentation of Food Truck’s New Food Challenge Awards – Food Court
12:00pm-6:00pm Mini Farm Bureau Park
12:00pm-6:00pm Little Hands on the Farm Des Moines County Farm Bureau Sponsor
1:00pm Lil’ Thumpers Rabbit Workshop
2:00pm Mediapolis Jr. Farmers Mini Golf
3:00pm Sawdust Dig Des Moines County Farm Bureau Sponsor
4:30pm Beginner Bucket Bottle Show
5:00pm Cash Grab
7:00pm Bill Riley Talent Show
7:00pm Mutton Bustin

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Louisa County Fair is today until Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Check out the schedule:

7:00am Columbus FFA Breakfast
8:00am–12:00pm Bard Station Coffee Shop
8:00am Swine Show
8:00am–12:00pm Sol Coffee Shop
9:30am Baked Goods in Place
10:00am-4:00pm Fair Diner open
10:00am Baked Goods Judging
10:00am Reading on the Patio
11:00am-2:00pm IMPACT Blood Drive
11:00pm Nick’s Kid Show
12:00pm All Pies in Place
12:00pm–6:00pm Knockerball 118 Inflatables
12:30pm All Pies Judging- Followed by Baked Goods Auction
1:00pm-3:00pm Release of Animals and Static
1:00pm–10:00pm Food Trucks
2:00pm Nick’s Kid Show
3:00pm Master Showman Competition meeting
4:00pm Master Showman Competition
5:00pm Nick’s Kid Show
5:00pm Deadline- Sale Bill Finalized no additions after 5pm
6:30pm Twin States Truck & Tractor Pull Association
7:30pm Release of Animals and Static
8:00pm–11:00pm JD Aguilera live music
9:00pm-12:00am Teen Dance

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Van Buren County Fair is today until Monday, July 29 at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. Check out the schedule for today:

All Day Villages Folk School’s Paint the Fair
8:00am 4-H/FFA Swine Show – Swine Barn
10:30am Critter Close Up Show
2:00pm Youth Activity – Methodist Youth Building
2:30pm Critter Close Up Show
4:00pm 4-H/FFA Poultry Show – Poultry Barn
4:30pm Critter Close Up Show
5:00pm Village Folk School’s Paint the Fair Art Exhibit – Under the Grandstand
5:30pm Grandstands Open
6:00pm Truck & Tractor Pull – Grandstand

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.
Volunteer for RAGBRAI to serve drinks, welcome riders, run the info booth, and much more by signing up here.
Last day to sign up for the First United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School! Children ages 3 to those who have just finished 5th grade can come enjoy a Carnival for Jesus from August 11 – 14 from 5-7pm. There will be dinner, music, games, and Bible adventures every night with a meal and carnival on the last day. You can register here.
Enjoy some wonderful music at the Symphonic Blast RAGRAI Concert by the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra! It will take place at 7pm at the former Iowa Wesleyan Chapel in Mount Pleasant.
Henry County Recorder’s Office will be closed today for training purposes. We will reopen on Monday, July 29 at 8:00 am. Sorry for any inconveniences.

Saturday
2024-07-27
The 2nd annual SUMMER FUN DAY in New London, Iowa, today kicks off at 11:00am and features FREE GAMES all afternoon!!

11:00am Parade
12:00pm Park Lunch
Noon – 2:00pm Car Show
4:00pm Bag Tournament
8:00pm STREET DANCE!

The Salem Old Settlers Committee is hosting a FISH FRY from 5:00pm – 7:30pm at the Salem Park Shelter House! Side dishes include Coleslaw, Baked Beans, Chips & Drinks. This meal is a free will donation and all proceeds will go toward the carnival for Salem Old Settlers!
The Lee County Conservation Department is hosting “Christmas in July” at Pollmiller Park Campground in West Point. Campers will be decorating their campsites for prizes and bragging rights! All are invited to drive through and view the Christmas decorated sites until 8pm! The camp road will be closed and the public will be able to walk through the campgrounds.
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Monday, July 29 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

8:00am 4H/FFA Sheep Show & BB Lamb Show
30 Minutes AFTER the Sheep Show 4H/FFA Meat Goat Show & 4H/FFA Bottle Kid Meat Goat Show
9:00am-12:00pm Little Hands on the Farm Des Moines County Farm Bureau Sponsor
10:00-6:00pm Hawkeye Heritage Quilt Guild Display
11:00am-5:00pm KID’S ZONE (Inflatables Foam Cannon & Science Stations, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides)
12:00pm State Fair Exhibitor Meeting
1:00pm Open Pet Show
1:30pm Kids Pie Eating Contest
2:00pm Mediapolis Jr. Farmers Mini Golf
2:30pm Kids Games
3:15pm Water Balloon Toss
4:00pm Kids Pedal Pull – South Parking Lot
4:00pm Clothing Event Rehearsal
4:00pm-5:00pm Monster Arm Wrestling Registration
5:00pm Pre-4H Graduation, 4H/FFA State Fair Static Exhibitor Parade, Fashion Revue & $15 Challenge Style Show
5:00pm Cash Grab
5:00pm-7:00pm Monster Arm Wrestling Competition
7:00pm Mentalist Brian Imbus
9:15pm Fireworks By J&M Displays
9:30pm Youth Dance
9:45pm Campground Lighting Judging

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Louisa County Fair is today until Saturday, July 27 at the Louisa County Fairgrounds in Columbus Junction! Check out the schedule:

7:00am Sale Beef Weigh in
7:00am Sale Swine Weigh in
8:00am–12:00pm Bard Station Coffee Shop
8:00am–12:00pm Sol Coffee Shop
8:00am End of Auction–Release of static
8:00am-9:00am Louisa Co. Community Foundation Breakfast
9:00am Livestock Sale
9:00am–11:00am Floral Hall Release

For more information, go to https://louisacountyfair.org/.
The Van Buren County Fair is today until Monday, July 29 at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. Check out the schedule for today:

8:00am 4-H/FFA Beef Show – Show Barn
Immediately following Dairy Cattle Show
10:30am Critter Close Up Show
1:00pm Youth Activity – Methodist Youth Building
1:30pm Critter Close Up Show
3:30pm Critter Close Up Show
5:00pm-7:00 pm Meal Served by Van Buren County Cattlemen
5:00pm-7:00pm All Static 4-H exhibits released
7:00pm Duel in the Dirt Drag Races

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.
No Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market this morning at Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park! Will be back on Wednesday night!

Sunday
2024-07-28
The Des Moines County Fair is going on from today to Monday, July 29 at the Des Moines County Fairgrounds in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

8:00am – 12:00pm LIVESTOCK Exhibit Release
9:00am Church Service
10:00am Antique Tractor Pull
10:30am – 1:00pm All 4H/FFA & Open STATIC Exhibits Released
3:00pm-5:00pm Republican Ice Cream Social
5:00pm Southeast Iowa Final Drive

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
The Van Buren County Fair is today until Monday, July 29 at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. It’s kids’ day, so check out the schedule for that:

8:00am All livestock not being sold released
8:00am-10:00am Battle on the Border check-In
9:00am-9:30am Community Worship Service – The Fair View Barn
10:30am Baby Contest (registration @ 10:00) – The Fair View Barn Farm Bureau Room
11:00am Kids Games begin
11:30am Critter Close Up Show
12:00pm Deadline for Sale Notice
12:00pm Battle on the Border Open Beef Show (IJBBA Sanctioned)
12:00pm Rondini’s Magic Show
1:30pm Critter Close Up Show
2:00pm Pedal Pull (Registration at 1:30 pm)
2:00pm The Bombastic Bubble Show by Rondini
3:30pm Critter Close Up Show
4:30pm The Magic of the Mind Hypnosis Show by Rondini
6:00pm Farm Challenge – Grandstands

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.
Come to the Crapo Park bandshell to listen to some music from the Burlington Muni Jazz Band at 6:20pm followed by the Burlington Municipal Band at 7:30pm. The concert is free of charge. In case of rain, it will move to the James Madison auditorium at 2132 Madison Avenue.

Monday
2024-07-29
The Mt. Pleasant Public Library presents local author and Mt. Pleasant native Denise McCormick at 10:00am in the Civic Center Meeting Room! The title of the book is “Polly the Talking Collie”! Meet Polly, Denise McCormick and preview this exciting new book!
Today is the first day for the “5 Day Club” at the Danville Community Building in Danville from 10:00am – 11:30am. Boys & girls, ages 5-12 are invited to 90 minutes of games, songs, fun activities and bible lessons. The 5 Day Club is sponsored by Child Evangelism Fellowship and kids are not required to pre-register. Call 319-572-2309 for more information!
The Burlington Bees take on the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes at 6:30pm tonight! Join the Bees for Pups & Pints: What a TREAT Night! For tickets and information, go to www.GOBEES.com!
Catch the last day of the Des Moines County Fair in Burlington! This is today’s schedule:

7:00am-9:00am Open Pancake Breakfast Sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions
9:00am Market Livestock Auction

Learn more at https://desmoinescountyfair.com/.
Today is the last day of The Van Buren County Fair at the Van Buren County Fairgrounds in Keosauqua. Check out the schedule for today:

4:00pm Presentation of Marcie Carr Memorial Award – Outstanding Shepherd
5:30pm Meal Served by Farm Bureau
6:00pm Parade of Champions – Show Barn
7:00pm 4-H/FFA Livestock Sale

Check out https://www.vanburencountyfairia.com/ to learn more.

Tuesday
2024-07-30
The Burlington Bees are at home tonight versus the Clinton Lumberkings with first pitch at 6:30pm! Fireworks at the game tonight-This Summer was a BLAST!! For tickets and information: www.GOBEES.com!
It’s always Taco Tuesday at The Moose Lodge. Serving tacos, walking tacos & taco salads from 5:00 – 7:00. Toppings include cheese, lettuce, sour creme, salsa, Jalapenos peppers, onions, tomatoes, chips on walking tacos & then for another $1 you can have extra meat. You select what you want. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.

Wednesday
2024-07-31
Looking for fresh produce and delicious baked goods? Stop by the Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market this afternoon at Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park! The Farmer’s Market has lots of items to choose from and is open on Saturdays 8:30am – 11:00am and Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
*POSTPONED* The Mt. Pleasant Public Library presents Linda McCann, Iowa Author & Speaker tonight at 6:00pm in the Library Large Study Room. “Rosie the Riveters” is the title of the book and Linda was able to share the memories of 35 “Rosies”. The book will be available for purchase; $20 per copy!

Thursday
2024-08-01
Get fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, eggs, plants, and more at the Donnellson Farmer’s Market every Thursday until August 29 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Railroad Park!
Hinterland Dairy, 2149 Franklin Road in Donnellson, is hosting Practical Farmers of Iowa for a family-friendly farmer meet-up from 4:00pm – 6:oopm. This event provides a space for farmers and their families to connect with PFI members, staff and other organizations.

Friday
2024-08-02
IT’S TAX FREE WEEKEND IN IOWA! Shop downtown Mount Pleasant this Friday and Saturday for our Sales Tax Free Weekend and save big on all your back-to-school needs! Enjoy Exclusive discounts at your favorite local shops, Tax-free savings on essential school supplies, and a fun and vibrant shopping experience.
Garage Sale at 500 West Monroe Street in Mount Pleasant. Support the Mount Pleasant Historic Preservation Commission! Lots of collectibles, mustache mugs, old fashion shaving mugs, cookie jars, and lots of miscellaneous. Open today Friday, August 2nd from 8-3, and Saturday, August 3rd 8-1.
Join Allison and Kadie at Goodwill in Mount Pleasant for their Anniversary celebration and sales! 105.5FM, KILJ.com from 10-noon.
Check out the Winfield Crooked Creek Days today through Sunday, August 4 for lots of fun, games, and food! https://winfieldiowa.com/crooked-creek-days.

5pm Meal at Twin Lakes Golf & Country Club
5:30pm Register for family Bags Tournament at Twin Lakes
DUSK-FIREWORKS
9pm Nathan Groswell at the Welcome Inn

Let the KC’s do the cooking tonight! It’s Fish Fry Friday and the Houghton Knights of Columbus will be serving fish dinners from 5:00pm – 7:30pm. For take out orders, call 319-469-2641!

Saturday
2024-08-03
IT’S TAX FREE WEEKEND IN IOWA! Shop downtown Mount Pleasant this Friday and Saturday for our Sales Tax Free Weekend and save big on all your back-to-school needs! Enjoy Exclusive discounts at your favorite local shops, Tax-free savings on essential school supplies, and a fun and vibrant shopping experience.
The Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market features fresh produce, baked goods and much more: open 8:30am – 11:00am under the Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park. The Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market also open on Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
The 6th Annual TRENTON CAR SHOW is underway from 11:00am – 4:00pm today in Trenton, Iowa. Cars, Trucks, and Motorcycles on display at Trenton Park, rain or shine! DJ Ken Michaels will be spinning some tunes, 50/50 drawing, and door prizes every hour! Food will be served from Wesley Chapel Methodist Church and Wilson’s BBQ! There is NO entry fee!
Check out the Winfield Crooked Creek Days today and tomorrow for lots of fun, games, and food! https://winfieldiowa.com/crooked-creek-days., W.A.

7a – 10a Pancake Breakfast at Presbyterian Church
8a-2p J.T. Sips Beverage Trailer on Main Street
8:30a Crooked Creek Days FUN RUN starts at WMU School (registration @ 8am)
9a 4-H Bake Sale at City Hall
10a Sand Volleyball Tournament starts (registration @ 9am)
11a PARADE (registration @ 9am @ Beck’s)
12p FFA Petting Zoo opens-behind Fire Station, Winfield Food Pantry Meal served at the Veteran Building, Airbrush Tattoos, Water Balloon Toss, Basketball Wagon & Barrel Train, “Beat Out Cancer” Bag Fundraiser
12:30p Frog Jump Race at Hagge Insurance
1p-2p Pony Ride, 3 on 3 Basketball, Kids Water Fight
2p W.A.G.G Family Movie: “Unsung Hero”
3:30p Cake Walk
4p Bill Riley Talent Show
4p-5p Big Wheel Races, Pedal Tractor Pull
5p & 7p Hendricksmeyer Music Ministries on the Main Stage
6p Button Drawing
7p ADULT ONLY Bags Tournament
8:30p Movies on the Ballfield (“Sandlot” & “A League of Their Own”)
9p Over 21 Street Dance with Big Guitars & G Strings Band-front of Welcome Inn

The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open today from 10:00am – 12:00pm! The Discovery Center is geared toward younger children, there is something to “discover” for all ages!
Have some fun with the whole family at the Blank Park Zoo Mobile Education Unit at the Bentonsport Historical District Riverfront Park in Keosauqua from 10:00am – 3:00pm! There will be a lecture on mammals and another on reptiles along with carnival games and a scavenger hunt. The ISU Insect Zoo and the Youth Entrepreneur Market will also be there. The carnival and sack lunch have fees, so you need to call 641-233-7793 or 319-592-3579 to reserve lunch. Vendors can also call one of these numbers to reserve spaces.
The Winfield Lyons Club will be hosting a Cake Walk at the Legion Hall in Winfield with the doors opening at 3:30 pm!

Sunday
2024-08-04
“Scuba” Vacation Bible School kicks off today at Swedesburg Lutheran Church Parish Hall! Today through Wednesday (August 7th), kids participate in lots of different activities and explore what it means to have a friendship with God. Scuba VBS starts with a meal at 5:15pm and the event is 5:45pm – 8:15pm. This event is free and located at 210 Academy Avenue in Swedesburg. Registration is available online at swedesburglutheran.org or you can pick up a registration form at the church. You can also call the church at 319-254-2216 or email Lisa Kempf at tandl@iowatelecom.net.
The Burlington Municipal Band’s final concert of the summer season will be on Sunday August 4th, 7:30 PM at the Crapo Park bandshell. The concert will follow the band’s tradition of making its last concert a “round robin” event with multiple conductors and soloists. If you haven’t made it out to the park yet, this will be your last chance until next year! Bring a lawn chair or sit on provided benches. In case of rain the concert will move to the James Madison auditorium at 2132 Madison Avenue.
Today is your last chance to check out the Winfield Crooked Creek Days for lots of fun, games, and food! Find the full schedule at https://winfieldiowa.com/crooked-creek-days.

8a-10a Winfield Historical Society & Museum Breakfast- Veteran’s Building
9a Duck Soup Fiasco Softball Tournament- Commons Ballfield (concession stand will be open)
9a – 2p JYD Food Truck open
10a Community-Wide Service at the Presbyterian Church
11am – 2p J.R. Hewitt Memorial Car Show (registration at 8am)
11am Kickball Tournament (3rd-12th grades Commons Ballfield)
NOON Valve Cover Races (City Hall Parking Lot)
1pm Sip & Paint at Veterans Building (sign up: call Jill Townsley 563-260-5335)
2:30pm Car Show Trophy Presentation

Monday
2024-08-05
Come set up the Midwest Old Threshers booth at the Iowa State Fair from 8am-12pm. Sign up here.

Tuesday
2024-08-06
It’s always at Taco Tuesday at the Moose Lodge. Serving tacos, walking tacos & taco salads from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.
Spring Run Church, 24484 – 90th Street in Columbus Junction is hosting an ICE CREAM SOCIAL from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Also included: Hot Chicken Sandwiches, Beef Burgers, Potato Salad, Pie & Cakes! The ice cream is HOMEMADE! This event is a Free Will Donation with all proceeds to to “Missions”.
Learn how to shoot guns at Des Moines County Conservation’s free Shooting Safety and Basics event from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at the Big Hollow Shooting Range. Participants will have a safety briefing followed by hands-on opportunities to learn about BB guns, rifles, and shotguns. There will be a second event on August 14 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm as well. Register by calling 319-753-5808. You can also request a ride when you register.

Wednesday
2024-08-07
The Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market features fresh produce, baked goods and much more: open 4:00pm – 6:00pm under the Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park. The Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market also open on Saturdays 8:30am – 11:00am.
Come to Merschman Seeds in West Point to shuck some sweet corn at the Shuckfest to prep for the Sweet Corn Festival! The event will start at approximately 4pm whenever the truck gets unloaded.
The West Liberty Area Arts Council kicks off its Summer Music Program tonight! Enjoy music in West Liberty’s charming Ron-de-Voo Park with Two Bit Maniac playing classic rock, jazz, and blues! The Concert in the Park is from 6:30 pm – 9pm every Wednesday during the month of August and is free and open to the public. Remember to stop by the West Liberty Farmer’s Market from 4p-7p.
Join the Cornerstone Church of God in Washington for their Food Bank Open House tonight from 4-8 p.m. No appointment needed, learn more, say hi, support the food bank!

Thursday
2024-08-08
Sign-up to work the Old Threshers booth at the Iowa State Fair from 9am-8pm here.
Have fun with the whole family at the Sweet Corn Festival in West Point today to August 11! There’ll be live music, carnival rides, and of course, corn. Here’s today’s schedule:

5-10pm Carnival, Arts & Crafts In The Park, Free Sweet Corn Served, BBQ Pork Loin Dinners Served
4:30-5pm Corn Eating Contest Registration
5-5:30pm Corn Eating Contest
5-10pm Bingo NE Corner of the Square
6-7pm Princess & Queen Candidate Interviews & Coronation, Holy Trinity & Central Lee Dance Teams

Check out the full schedule with locations at http://www.westpointsweetcornfestival.com/.
Get fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, eggs, plants, and more at the Donnellson Farmer’s Market every Thursday until August 29 from 4:30pm-6:30pm at Railroad Park!
Tenderloin Thursday at the Mt. Pleasant Moose Lodge from 5:00 – 7:00. For to go orders, call 319-385-3526.

Friday
2024-08-09
Have fun with the whole family at the Sweet Corn Festival in West Point today to August 11! There’ll be live music, carnival rides, and of course, corn.

5-10pm Carnival, Arts and Crafts, Free Sweet Corn, BBQ Chicken Dinners Served, Bingo at NE Corner of the Square
5:30-6:15pm Raeanne’s School of Dance
6:15-7pm Paulette’s Dance Studio
7-10pm Con Cannon Band Free Stage Performance

Check out the full schedule with locations at http://www.westpointsweetcornfestival.com/.
Cruise-In Night in Mt. Pleasant! Enjoy beautiful downtown Mt. Pleasant and listen to live music! Music on Main in conjunction with the car cruise, is featuring the Beaker Brothers Band from 6:00pm – 9:00pm! Meet at the Mt. Pleasant Square for some groovin’ and cruisin’!

Saturday
2024-08-10
Swedish Pancakes for breakfast at the Swedesburg Parrish Hall this morning 8:00am- 11:00am! Breakfast includes Swedish Pancakes, Potato Sausage, Ham, Pastries, Juice, and Coffee for $10.00. The Swedesburg Parrish Hall, 201 Academy Avenue in Swedesburg.
The Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market features fresh produce, baked goods and much more: open 8:30am – 11:00am under the Wright Family Pavilion in McMillian Park. The Mt. Pleasant Farmer’s Market also open on Wednesdays 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
Take a walk in the garden, buy some art, and learn to paint at the “Art in the Garden Party” at Homestead 1839 in West Burlington. This is the schedule for the day:

8:00-11:00am Beginners’ Plein Air Class* taught by Jeri Sparks and Music by Daniel Pappas
8:00am-2:00pm Plein air* painting by local artists
9:00-11:00am Garden tours guided by Tobin and Mollie Krell (open house) and Children’s art classes taught by Karla Mundt
3:00-4:00pm Plein air art auction, Craig Fleece auctioneer

For more information, visit www.homestead.org.
Have fun with the whole family at the Sweet Corn Festival in West Point today to August 11! There’ll be live music, carnival rides, and of course, corn.

5K and 10K Run in Front of Main Stage

6:45-7:30am 5K and 10K Run Registration
8-9am Run Begins
9:15am Awards Ceremony

Horseshoe Doubles Tournament – Ages 16+

9am Registration
10am Tournament

11am-10pm Arts and Crafts in the Park, Free Sweet Corn, BBQ Chicken Dinners Served
12-10:30pm Carnival
Pee Wee Drags in Front of Stage – Ages 3-6

10:30-11am Registration
11am-1pm Races

5-10pm Bingo
7-10pm Whiskey Friends
Junior Water Fights – Ages 7-12

12:30-1pm Registration
1-2:30pm Water Fights

Corn Hole Tournament

1:30-2:30pm Registration 21+
3-6:30pm Cash Prize Tournament

Check out the full schedule with locations at http://www.westpointsweetcornfestival.com/.
VFW Post 7641 in New London has ribeye and ham steak tonight from 5-7 pm.

Sunday
2024-08-11
Have fun with the whole family at the Sweet Corn Festival in West Point today! There’ll be live music, carnival rides, and of course, corn.

10-11am Free Workout Class
11am til they run out Free Sweet Corn, BBQ Chicken Dinners
11am-5pm Arts and Crafts in the Park, Bingo NE Corner of the Square
11:30am-5pm Carnival
12pm Sweet Corn Festival Parade
1:30-3:30pm Line Dancing

Check out the full schedule with locations at http://www.westpointsweetcornfestival.com/.
Just a reminder, the First United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School “Carnival for Jesus” for 3-year-olds to incoming 6th graders is today until August 14 from 5-7pm every night at the FUMC in Mount Pleasant. If you registered your child, don’t forget to join the fun!

Monday
2024-08-12
The Lockridge Fire and Rescue Department is hosting a BLOOD DRIVE from 3:30pm – 7:30pm! This event is being held at the Lockridge School, 103 S. Center Street in Lockridge.
Just a reminder, the First United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School “Carnival for Jesus” for 3-year-olds to incoming 6th graders is today until August 14 from 5-7pm every night at the FUMC in Mount Pleasant. If you registered your child, don’t forget to join the fun!
