Thursday
2025-10-16
The Mt. Pleasant Noon Rotary Club is hosting a BLOOD DRIVE from 3:30pm – 6:30pm in the Lincoln Elementary School Gym, 501 Corkhill St. To book an appointment, visit bloodcenter.org or call ImpactLife at 800-747-5401! Be part of something bigger!
The Montrose Memorial Library is hosting a BOOK SALE from 9a – 2p today through Saturday! Find reading treasures and books for everyone at the Montrose Library, 202 Main Street in Montrose, Iowa!
The Mt. Pleasant Facilities Planning Committee is holding a Kick-Off Community Meeting from 6pm – 8pm at the Mt. Pleasant High School Media Center, 2104 S. Grand Avenue. The public is invited to hear about the charge to the committee, the future of elementary programming at MTPCSD, and the committee’s structure and timeline.
The Mt. Pleasant Chamber Government Relations Committee is holding a mayoral candidate forum at 5:30pm at the Civic Center Meeting Room, 307 E. Monroe Street. Mt. Pleasant Chamber members are invited to submit their questions.

Friday
2025-10-17
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and walk-ins (no appointment necessary) for routine screening mammograms are welcome today at the Henry County Health Center from 9am – 3pm. This is for patients over 40 years for a routine exam and normal billing processes apply.
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open from 10am – 12pm. The Discovery Center is located next to the library at 307 E. Monroe Street. There is something to discover for children of all ages! The Discovery Center will also be open on Saturday from 10am – noon.
The Montrose Memorial Library is hosting a BOOK SALE from 9a – 2p today and Saturday! Find reading treasures and books for everyone at the Montrose Library, 202 Main Street in Montrose, Iowa!
It is Military Appreciation Night at the Mt. Pleasant Panther Football Game tonight! Free admission for all military and veterans Mt. Pleasant Veterans invites any military member to meet by the flagpole out at Mapleleaf Athletic Complex at 7:10pm for the National Anthem. Kick off is at 7:30pm as Mt. Pleasant takes on Solon!

Saturday
2025-10-18
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open from 10am – 12pm. The Discovery Center is located next to the library at 307 E. Monroe Street. There is something to discover for children of all ages! The Discovery Center will also be open on Monday from 12pm – 2pm.
The Montrose Memorial Library is hosting a BOOK SALE from 9a – 2p! Find reading treasures and books for everyone at the Montrose Library, 202 Main Street in Montrose, Iowa!
It’s October and a spooky time of year! Join Henry County Heritage Trust and the presentation of the Ghosts & Witches of Henry County. The program begins at 2pm at the Henry County Heritage Center Museum at 403 W. Madison Street in Mt. Pleasant. Hear about strange happenings at the Garretson Farm, in the Harlan-Lincoln House and at Mt. Pleasant’s Mental Health Institute. Learn about the Witch of Merrimac! The program is free and refreshments will be served!

Sunday
2025-10-19
The Mt. Pleasant School District Vocal Music Department presents a choral concert at 2pm at the Chapel Auditorium. The Chapel Auditorium is at 601 N. Main Street. The 6th grade through High School choruses will be performing!
Sunrise Terrace Care Center in Winfield, Iowa, is celebrating their 50th Anniversary from 2pm – 4pm and you are invited to join in! Tour the facility, have a treat, and enjoy meeting the care team and residents! Sunrise Terrace Care Center at 706 W. Central Avenue in Winfield!

Monday
2025-10-20
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open from 10am – 12pm. The Discovery Center is located next to the library at 307 E. Monroe Street. There is something to discover for children of all ages! The Discovery Center will also be open on Friday from 10am – 12pm.
The Mt. Pleasant Community School District Music Department presents ALL BANDS NIGHT at Mapleleaf Athletic Complex starting at 7pm! This is your opportunity to see the 5th grade, 6th grade, 7/8th grade, and High School Panther Marching Bands perform! This is a fun show and admission is free!
Mt. Pleasant Noon Rotary has fresh, fragrant Northern Minnesotan Balsam Fir Wreaths for Sale and you have one more week to order! The Deadline for ordering these beautiful 25 inch wreaths is Monday, October 27th. Delivery will be around Thanksgiving for a holiday season of enjoyment! The wreaths are $30 each with all proceeds going to PolioPlus – a program to immunize the world’s children against polio! See any Noon Rotarian to order!

Tuesday
2025-10-21
The 20th Century Car Club of Mt. Pleasant is hosting a Fraud & Scammers Educational Seminar at the Veterans Hall in Mt. Pleasant from 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Learn how to avoid frauds and scams, learn the newest ways scams are being used, and how to recover if you are a victim. The public is invited to this event at 300 W. Monroe Street.
Taco Tuesday at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School from 5pm – 6:30pm, 1505 E. Washington Street! The Christian School is featuring homemade tortilla shells and homemade corn chips to smother in homemade salsa! Soft serve ice cream is also on the menu! Dine in or Carry Out: 319-385-8613! Shout out and Thank You to this week’s sponsors, the Guldberg Family! Taco Tuesday is held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School.
The Iowa Department of Insurance and Financial Services is presenting a free seminar at the Mt. Pleasant Vets Hall at 6:30pm. This program is open to everyone and highlights include; common scam tactics, tips for prevention of fraud, and reporting information. The Veterans Hall is at 300 W. Monroe Street.
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.

Thursday
2025-10-23
Main Street Mt. Pleasant’s “Witch Way to Main” is a family friendly Halloween event starting off in Central park from 4:30pm – 6:30pm! Trick or Treat at over 40 Mt. Pleasant businesses! There will be games, activities, and of course costumes! Fun and Festivities for all ages in downtown Mt. Pleasant.
Savannah Heights Care Center invites you to Trick or Treat Night from 4:30p – 6:30p at 601 S. Prairie St. in Mt. Pleasant! Come in, show off costumes and get treats and goodies from staff and residents!
Wayland Main Street Trick or Treat is from 5p -6:30p this evening in Wayland, Iowa! Have fun trick or treat along Main Street, and find the Henry County Sheriff’s Deputies for “snickers & stickers”!
The Harlan-Lincoln House is hosting a presentation by Laura Keyes of Historic Voices at 7pm in the Union Block Building, downtown Mt. Pleasant. Keyes will portray Mary Todd Lincoln as she prepares to accompany her husband to the theatre on that fateful April 14, 1865 evening. Donations are welcome.
Tri-T Chapter DD is holding a Winter Coat Drive through Friday, November 7th! Please consider donating new or gently used coats, hats, mittens or gloves! Convenient drop-off locations for these items include the Hy Vee Food Store on Washington Street, the Coffee Depot at 402 N. Adams Street in Mt. Pleasant, and the Old Threshers Reunion business office at McMillan Park.

Friday
2025-10-24
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open from 10am – 12pm. The Discovery Center is located next to the library at 307 E. Monroe Street. There is something to discover for children of all ages! The Discovery Center will also be open on Monday from 12pm – 2pm.
It’s a Spook-tactular Extravaganza at Addington Place of Mt. Pleasant from 5p – 6:30p! Bring the family, dress in costume, and join in the Halloween Celebration with candy and treats! Enjoy free hotdogs, chips, and juice, tour the facility and meet the care team and residents. Addington Place is located at 1406 Linden Drive in Mt. Pleasant.
Mt. Pleasant Noon Rotary has fresh, fragrant Northern Minnesotan Balsam Fir Wreaths for Sale! The Deadline for ordering these beautiful 25 inch wreaths is Monday, October 27th. Delivery will be around Thanksgiving for a holiday season of enjoyment! The wreaths are $30 each with all proceeds going to PolioPlus – a program to immunize the world’s children against polio! See any Noon Rotarian to order!

Saturday
2025-10-25
Today is the DEA National Prescription Take Back Day. The Henry County Sheriff’s Department lobby will be open from 10am – 2pm for you to dispose of your unneeded medications. No Needles or liquids, please. 800 S. Grand Avenue.
The Walmart Distribution Center in Mt. Pleasant is hosting a Halloween “Trunk or Treat” from 4pm – 7pm! The Distribution Center is located at 1501 E. Mapleleaf Drive!
The Oakland Mills Nature Center invites you to hear Ghost Stories from 6p-8p at the Nature Center! Oakland Mills is one of oldest settlements west of the Mississippi River and there are sure to be spooky tales with Steve Mendenhall as the story teller! Bring your flashflight; preregistration is not required.
Holy Trinity Catholic Schools is hosting “God’s Portion Day” starting at 4:30pm! Join in a live auction and cash raffle, share a meal, and enjoy fellowship! All proceeds go toward supporting Holy Trinity Catholic School at 2600 Ave. A in Ft. Madison for God’s Portion Day!
The Harlan-Lincoln House presents Grab ‘N Go Lunch from 11:30am – 1pm at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant on Monday, November 3rd! Lunch includes a choice of chili or Iowa corn chowder, crackers, celery/carrot sticks w/Ranch, baguette, cookie and water! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by calling or texting 319-931-1031 or email hassenfritzk56@gmail.com! You can also stop by the Harlan-Lincoln House from 2p-4p today or on Wednesday to purchase a ticket!
Historic Preservation Commission is holding a garage sale from 9am – 3pm at 500 W. Monroe Street in Mt. Pleasant!
Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation, located at 1986 Gear Avenue, and is hosting a low-cost Microchip & Vaccination Clinic from 11am – 2pm. Rabies vaccinations are available for $20 and yearly vaccines for both dogs & cats are offered for $15 each along with toenail trims for $10. The clinic is open to the public, no appointment is necessary, and all proceeds benefit the animals and programs of Noah’s Ark Animal foundation.

Sunday
2025-10-26
The Mt. Pleasant Goodwill Store, 700 N. Grand Avenue, features a Costume Party with treats and fun for everyone! Trunk or Treat from 6pm – 8pm!
The Winfield Mt. Union PTO is hosting a Trunk or Treat from 4:30pm – 6pm at the Winfield Presbyterian Church, 302 S. Locust Street. Bring the whole family and join in a “spook-tacular” night of fun! Walk from trunk to trunk showing off your costume, collecting treats, and enjoy a safe, fun, and community Halloween celebration.
Mt. Pleasant’s Becky Wright will hold a conversation about Civil War Era Quilts at the Dover Museum in New London, Iowa at 1:30pm. Becky is a master quilter and will be presenting her collection of quilts for the program. This event is free and open to the public. The Dover Museum is at 213 W. Main Street in New London.
The Danville Booster Club is hosting a Harvest Moon Run on Saturday November 15th! Gates open at 4pm, Races start at 5pm at the Danville Community School, 419 S Main St, Danville. There is a kids race & a 5k – register by Tuesday, October 28th to guarantee a t-shirt. contact danvilleboosters@gmail.com for information.
Bel Canto Chorale Fall Concert – 2PM Southeast Iowa’s premier vocal ensemble, the Bel Canto Chorale, will open their 56th season with their Fall Concert at First United Methodist Church in downtown Burlington. This season features the various genres that define distinctively American repertoire. Tickets are available at the door. Adults – $8 / Students of all ages – FREE.
Appleberry Orchard presents the 11th Annual Cider Run Car Show from 11am – 4pm in the Orchard – 2469 Hwy 2, Donnellson, Iowa! Cars, Bikes, Rat Rods, Trucks & Tractors are all welcome and there are no entry fees! (No pets allowed on the grounds.) Food & drinks will be available including the Appleberry Orchard’s famous Apple Cider Donuts & Slushies!
Ft. Madison Worship & Prayer Night 4-6PM at Riverfront Park This is a free community event. There will be Worship Music led by local artists and a prayer for America. Bring a lawn chair. ht1tps:www.facebook.com/share/1684wHXNPt/

Monday
2025-10-27
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open from 10am – 12pm. The Discovery Center is located next to the library at 307 E. Monroe Street. There is something to discover for children of all ages! The Discovery Center will also be open on Friday from 10am – 12pm.
The Salem Crew Public Library is hosting a Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest and TODAY is the deadline to submit your pumpkin! Bring your favorite book character to life! Starting on Tuesday, October 28th, cast your vote for your favorite pumpkin with the winner begin announced after trick or treating on Friday night (10/31/25)!
The New London High School is hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, October 29th from 7:30am – 11:30am. Make your appointment by visiting bloodcenter.org or call ImpactLife 800-747-5401 (group code 5121). The Blood Drive is being held in the gym, 101 W. Wilson Street in New London.

Tuesday
2025-10-28
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.
The Mt. Pleasant REC Center is partnering with Kiwanis Club to hosting the annual Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27th! Get active together as a family before you feast and register anytime between now and race day. If you register before November 7th, a T-shirt is guaranteed! Packet pick up is the day before race day. The registration and activities start at 8am, the race starts at 9am. A $25 registration fee includes a t-shirt and swag bag. Part of the proceeds will go to the Kiwanis Club in support of their mission of serving the children in our community!

Wednesday
2025-10-29
Pink Out Mount Pleasant & Henry County! Everyone – men, women, boys and girls – are invited to wear pink in honor of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Let’s fill Mount Pleasant and Henry County with hope, color, and compassion.
The New London High School is hosting a Blood Drive from 7:30am – 11:30am. Make your appointment by visiting bloodcenter.org or call ImpactLife 800-747-5401 (group code 5121). The Blood Drive is being held in the gym, 101 W. Wilson Street in New London.
The First United Methodist Church is hosting a Trunk or Treat in the church parking lot from 5:30pm – 7pm! This event is open to the community! Please RSVP to the church office if you are planning on bringing a vehicle and handing out candy: 319-385-1740!
The Harlan-Lincoln House presents Grab ‘N Go Lunch from 11:30am – 1pm at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant on Monday, November 3rd! Lunch includes a choice of chili or Iowa corn chowder, crackers, celery/carrot sticks w/Ranch, baguette, cookie and water! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by calling or texting 319-931-1031 or email hassenfritzk56@gmail.com! You can also stop by the Harlan-Lincoln House from 2p-4p today or on Saturday to purchase a ticket!

Thursday
2025-10-30
Trick or Treat in Trenton, Iowa from 5pm-7pm and stop by the park for Trunk or Treat! Free hotdog/chip/drink meal at the shelter house! The Henry County Sheriff’s Deputies will be around with “Snickers & Stickers”!

Friday
2025-10-31
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library is open from 10am – 12pm. The Discovery Center is located next to the library at 307 E. Monroe Street. There is something to discover for children of all ages! The Discovery Center will also be open on Monday from 12pm – 2pm.
Henry County Communities are Trick or Treating tonight! Please be cautious while driving…watch for ghosts, goblins, and witches!

Mt. Pleasant’s city-wide Trick or Treat night from 5pm – 7pm! Stock up on treats and leave your porch light on!
The City of New London invites all to a city wide “Trunk or Treat” from 5pm – 7pm! This event will take place in City Park, with the New London Lions providing hot dogs starting at 5pm and the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary hosting the “Trunk or Treat!”
Salem Trick or Treating is from 5:30p – 7:30p!
Wayland Trick or Treat is from 5:30p – 7p!
Winfield Trick or Treat is from 6p – 8p

Winfield Lions Club is hosting a Halloween Costume Contest Registration begins at 4:45 and the contest is at 5pm with no late entries allowed. They will have 5 categories…

Ages 0 to 5
Ages 6 to 10
Ages 11 to 18
Adults
Themed groups of 2 or more

Cash prizes will be awarded. This will be held next to the Winfield Weenie Roast near Pilot Grove Savings Bank in Winfield. In case of inclement weather, the contest will be held at the Winfield Legion Hall.
It’s Trick or Treat night in Danville from 5:30pm – 7pm! Turn the porch light on if you are participating!
Victorian View’s Halloween Ghost Investigation is at the Victorian View in Washington, Iowa! Have a spooky good time at a public ghost investigation with host investigators from Midwest Shadow Chasers. There will be a large group meet and greet, small group investigations, and fireside chat to discuss the experience & evidence. General admission is $25 from 7pm-1am. Sleep over options are available for $45-$175 from 7pm-9am at the Victorian View, 320 W. 2nd Street in Washington! 319-800-8805
Tickets can be purchase at
https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/victorian-view/victorian-view-s-halloween-ghost-investigation

Saturday
2025-11-01
The Mt. Pleasant Winter Market kicks off from 9am – 12pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 902 S. Walnut Street! You will find crafts, baked goods, gift ideas, and new items are added each week! Shop the Winter Market in Mt. Pleasant every Saturday morning through December 13th!
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 307 E. Monroe Street, is open from 10am – 12pm! There is something to discover for all ages at the Discovery Center, also open on Monday from 12pm – 2pm!
The opening reception for the American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibit will be at 10:30am at the Mt. Pleasant Vets Hall 300 W. Monroe Street. The Traveling Exhibit will be available through November 12th.
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra presents the Kidsymphony; a John Williams Halloween with Superman, E.T., and Jurassic park! Kids can wear their Halloween costumes and explore the magic of music by meeting the musicians after the show! Concerts are:

11am – Bridge View Center in Ottumwa
2pm – Chapel Auditorium in Mt. Pleasant
4pm – Capitol Theater in Burlington
Sunday, 2pm – Fairfield Arts & Convention Center

Denmark, Iowa presents a Renaissance Faire today and Sunday from 9am – 5pm! Activities include camel rides and live sword fights, fire dancing, woodworking & storytelling, bagpipes & drums, and a costume contest: in fact, if you attend this event in FULL costume, you will receive $5 off your entry fee! Ages 11 & under are free, ages 12-17/$10, 18 plus/$15. DenRenIowa.com for more information and to purchase tickets on-line. Parking available at 502 Academy Avenue in Denmark.
The Harlan-Lincoln House presents Grab ‘N Go Lunch from 11:30am – 1pm at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant on Monday, November 3rd! Lunch includes a choice of chili or Iowa corn chowder, crackers, celery/carrot sticks w/Ranch, baguette, cookie and water! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by calling or texting 319-931-1031 or email hassenfritzk56@gmail.com! You can also stop by the Harlan-Lincoln House from 2p-4p today to purchase a ticket!

Sunday
2025-11-02
Daylight Savings Time ends at 2am! “Fall back” an hour!
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra presents the Kidsymphony; a John Williams Halloween with Superman, E.T., and Jurassic park! Kids can wear their Halloween costumes and explore the magic of music by meeting the musicians after the show at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center, 2pm.
Tri-T Chapter DD is holding a Winter Coat Drive through Friday, November 7th! Please consider donating new or gently used coats, hats, mittens or gloves! Convenient drop-off locations for these items include the Hy Vee Food Store on Washington Street, the Coffee Depot at 402 N. Adams Street in Mt. Pleasant, and the Old Threshers Reunion business office at McMillan Park.
Denmark, Iowa presents a Renaissance Faire from 9am – 5pm! Activities include camel rides and live sword fights, fire dancing, woodworking & story telling, bagpipes & drums, and a costume contest: in fact, if you attend this event in FULL costume, you will receive $5 off your entry fee! Ages 11 & under are free, ages 12-17/$10, 18 plus/$15. DenRenIowa.com for more information and to purchase tickets on-line. Parking available at 502 Academy Avenue in Denmark.

Monday
2025-11-03
The Harlan-Lincoln House presents Grab ‘N Go Lunch from 11:30am – 1pm at the First United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant! Lunch includes a choice of chili or Iowa corn chowder, crackers, celery/carrot sticks w/Ranch, baguette, cookie and water! Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by calling or texting 319-931-1031 or email hassenfritzk56@gmail.com! Please enter into the alley from Saunders St. to pick up your meal and exit on Henry Street!
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 307 E. Monroe Street, is open from 12pm – 2pm! There is something to discover for children of all ages and it would be a great time to check out a book from the library. The Children’s Discovery Center is also open on Friday from 10am – 12pm!
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 202 E. Washington Street in Mt. Pleasant is hosting their annual Spaghetti Supper from 4:30pm – 7pm! Dine in or Carry Out a spaghetti dinner including your choice of sauce, salad, garlic bread, pie, and a beverage. The meal is a free will donation. For to-go orders, please call 319-385-2633 and they will deliver right to your car!

Tuesday
2025-11-04
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.
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.
Taco Tuesday at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School from 5pm – 6:30pm, 1505 E. Washington Street! The Christian School is featuring homemade tortilla shells and homemade corn chips to smother in homemade salsa! Soft serve ice cream is also on the menu! Dine in or Carry Out: 319-385-8613! Thank you to the Chad & Shawna Hudson Family for your support! Taco Tuesday is held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School.

Henry County Polling Locations:
Precinct 1 – Polling Place Wayland City Hall, 218 W Main St, Wayland – Trenton Township, Marion Township, Jefferson Township to include the incorporated cities of Wayland, Olds and the portion of Coppock within Henry County: that part of Wayne Township residents living west of James Avenue to 140th Street and south of 140th Street east to Highway 218 and south to the township line.

Precinct 2 – Polling Place Winfield City Hall, 115 N Locust St, Winfield – Canaan and Scott Townships to include the incorporated city of Winfield: that part of Wayne Township residents living east of James Avenue to 140th Street and south of 140th Street east of Highway 218 and south to the township line.

Precinct 3 – Polling Place Emergency Management Building, 900 W Washington St, Mt Pleasant Tippecanoe Township, Salem Township to include the incorporated cities of Salem and Hillsboro, Center Townships (excluding the portions of Center Township within Mt. Pleasant’s corporate boundaries) to include the cities of Rome and Westwood

Precinct 4 – Polling Place Manning Hall 1, 607 S Jackson St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 1 as defined by city ordinance.

Precinct 5 – Polling Place Manning Hall 2, 607 S Jackson St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 2 as defined by city ordinance.

Precinct 6 – Polling Place Manning Hall 3, 607 S Jackson St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 3 as defined by city ordinance.

Precinct 7 – Polling Place Manning Hall 4, 607 S Jackson St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 4 as defined by city ordinance.

Precinct 8 – Polling Place New London Christian Church, 2770 New London Rd, New London – Jackson and Baltimore Townships.

Precinct 9 – Polling Place New London Community Center, 103 W Washington St, New London New London Townships to include the incorporated city of New London.

Wednesday
2025-11-05
“Operation Front Porch” organizational meeting will be held from 6p-8p at the Mt. Pleasant Veteran’s Hall, 300 W. Monroe Street. Learn how you can help support the families of deployed military. For more information, or if you cannot attend the meeting, email Robin Daniel at forthetroops67@gamil.com or call Angie Walderbach at 319-931-7434. Their Facebook page is “Operation Front Porch”.
Tri-T Chapter DD is holding a Winter Coat Drive through this Friday, November 7th! Please consider donating new or gently used coats, hats, mittens or gloves! Convenient drop-off locations for these items include the Hy Vee Food Store on Washington Street, the Coffee Depot at 402 N. Adams Street in Mt. Pleasant, and the Old Threshers Reunion business office at McMillan Park.

Thursday
2025-11-06
The Henry County Health Center Gift Shop at 407 S. White Street in Mt. Pleasant features a 25% off one regular-priced item for their “First Thursday of the Month” Sale! Hours are 9am – 3pm and you can pick up some Shut Your Piehole Cheesecakes while supplies last! (Flowers, Food, Cards, Stamps, Books not eligible for this sale.)
The Mt. Pleasant Community High School Guidance Counseling Office has scheduled two sessions for students: it is FAFSA Night from 5pm – 6:30pm. Students can receive help applying for FAFSA. At 6:30pm, an SCC College Class Meeting is scheduled. High School students have an opportunity to earn college credits while in high school. Parents/Guardians are required to attend the session regarding SCC classes. Both sessions will be held in the Media Center, 2104 S. Grand Avenue.
The Olds United Church of Christ Harvest Supper starts at 5:30pm! The meal, a turkey & dressing with all the sides, is take-out only. The Harvest Supper is a free will donation meal with all proceeds going toward mission work. The Olds United Church of Christ is located at 102 W. 2nd Street in Olds, Iowa!

Friday
2025-11-07
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 307 E. Monroe Street, is open from 10am – 12pm! There is something to discover for children of all ages and it would be a great time to check out a book from the library. The Children’s Discovery Center is also open on Monday from 12pm – 2pm.
Tri-T Chapter DD is holding a Winter Coat Drive and today is the last day! Please consider donating new or gently used coats, hats, mittens or gloves! Convenient drop-off locations for these items include the Hy Vee Food Store on Washington Street, the Coffee Depot at 402 N. Adams Street in Mt. Pleasant, and the Old Threshers Reunion business office at McMillan Park.
Let the KC’s do the cooking tonight at the Houghton Knights of Columbus Fish Fry from 5pm – 7:30pm! Enjoy catfish, fish fillets, or jumbo shrimp dinners with two sides at the KC Hall in Houghton! For Carryout, please call 319-469-2641
The Faith Lutheran Church, 910 E. Mapleleaf Drive in Mt. Pleasant is hosting a Beef and Noodle dinner at 5:30pm on Sunday, November 9th and reservations are required – today is the last day! The meal is free for one veteran and one guest. Please call the church with your reservation at 319-385-8427. You can leave a message.
Friends of HCHC Annual Soup Supper – Friday, November 7th from 4:30-7:00 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church – 807 E Mapleleaf Dr Mt. Pleasant. Enjoy 4 kinds of homemade soups and chili – try your favorite or sample a flight of three! Top it off with your choice of bread, relishes and a delicious dessert, all for a free-will donation.
Fill your bowl for a great cause! Support the Friends of HCHC Healthcare Scholarship fund on Friday, November 7th from 4:30-7:00 pm at Calvary Baptist Church, Mt. Pleasant.

Jingle, Jingle Mix & Mingle in Mt. Pleasant for a Holiday Open House! Downtown Mt. Pleasant businesses will be decked out in holiday décor and filled with new festive merchandise, gift ideas, and holiday cheer!
Enjoy:• Beautifully decorated storefronts and twinkling lights• Holiday treats and in-store specials• Sneak peeks of this season’s must-have gifts• Friendly faces and hometown hospitality
This event is the official start to the Christmas season in Mount Pleasant — a perfect time to shop small, support local, and find something special for everyone on your list!

The Mount Pleasant High School Drama Department Presents: RADIUM GIRLS with shows today, tomorrow, and Sunday. In the 1920s, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Tickets are $10 per person at the Heatilator Performing Arts Center, 307 E. Monroe Street. SHOWTIMES ARE:

Friday – 7pm
Saturday – 7pm
Sunday – 2pm

Saturday
2025-11-08
The Mt. Pleasant Winter Market is open from 9am – 12pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 902 S. Walnut Street! You will find crafts, baked goods, gift ideas, and new items are added each week! Shop the Winter Market in Mt. Pleasant every Saturday morning through December 13th!
Jingle, Jingle Mix & Mingle in Mt. Pleasant for a Holiday Open House! Downtown Mt. Pleasant businesses will be decked out in holiday décor and filled with new festive merchandise, gift ideas, and holiday cheer!
Enjoy:• Beautifully decorated storefronts and twinkling lights• Holiday treats and in-store specials• Sneak peeks of this season’s must-have gifts• Friendly faces and hometown hospitality
This event is the official start to the Christmas season in Mount Pleasant — a perfect time to shop small, support local, and find something special for everyone on your list!
The Lockridge Veterans Association invites all to a Veterans Day Ceremony at the Lockridge Community Center! Breakfast will be served, and the event schedule is as follows:

7:45am – Veterans Day Guests meet at the Community Center
8am – Raising of the Flag at the Cemetery
Breakfast at the Community Center
8:45am Veteran’s Day Program including updates to the local Veterans Memorial and POW/MIA Recognition

The Honor Guard will fire a volley of rifles, TAPS, and a final prayer will conclude the ceremony.
New London VFW Post 7641 features their Catfish & Chicken Dinner from 5pm – 7pm! A catfish dinner is $13, and a chicken dinner is $9. Your dinner includes a roll and choice of 2 sides: french fries, baked beans, & coleslaw!
The Mount Pleasant High School Drama Department Presents: RADIUM GIRLS with shows today and Sunday. In the 1920s, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Tickets are $10 per person at the Heatilator Performing Arts Center, 307 E. Monroe Street. SHOWTIMES ARE tonight at 7pm and a matinee at 2pm on Sunday afternoon!

The Danville School District Speech Team is sponsoring a Pancake Breakfast from 7:30am – 11am in the gym. Breakfast will be served during the REC league basketball tournament and all proceeds go toward the Danville Speech Teams.

Sunday
2025-11-09
The Swedesburg Evangelical Churchmen are hosting a pancake breakfast from 7am – 9:30am at the Parish Hall, 201 Academy Avenue! The Menu includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice, and coffee. The breakfast is a free-will offering to support local efforts to help alleviate world hunger through “Growing HOPE Globally”.
New London’s VFW Post 7641 Auxiliary is hosting their annual Brunch to honor area Veterans. The brunch is from 10:30am – 1pm at 802 E. McKinley in New London. Enjoy biscuits & gravy, egg casseroles, grilled pork tenderloin, cheesy potatoes, coffee cakes, treats, fruit, and more! This meal is a free will donation with all proceeds going to the Blue Star Mother’s Organization for postage to ship Christmas Care packages to deployed Iowa military. A salute to Veterans Program will begin at 12pm and is presented by VFW Post 7641 and the Auxiliary.
The Mount Pleasant High School Drama Department Presents: RADIUM GIRLS with a matinee at 2pm. In the 1920s, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease. Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Tickets are $10 per person at the Heatilator Performing Arts Center, 307 E. Monroe Street.

Monday
2025-11-10
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 307 E. Monroe Street, is open from 12pm – 2pm! There is something to discover for children of all ages and it would be a great time to check out a book from the library. The Children’s Discovery Center is also open on Friday from 10am – 12pm!
T.T.T. Chapter DD is selling PECANS! The one pound bags are $14 and you can order by calling or texting Karen at 319-931-2683. Tri-T will also be selling the pecans at the annual Tour of Homes on November 23rd, but supplies will be limited.

Tuesday
2025-11-11
The 2025 Henry County Veterans Day Observance will begin at 10:30am in the community room of the Veterans Hall, 300 W. Monroe St. in Mt. Pleasant. Parking for this event is available on all four sides of the building and the schedule includes:

Invocation and Benediction
Mt. Pleasant High School Chamber Choir – patriotic musical selections
Veterans of Foreign Wars & American Legions represented in Henry County will share remarks.
11am – Henry County Honor Guard will perform the 3-volley salute & TAPS will be played.

The Henry County Health Center Diabetes Education Department invites you to participate in “DIA-BINGO” from 2pm – 3pm. Celebrate Diabetes Month and test your knowledge for a chance to win prizes! This event is being held in Suite 25 at the hospital.
Today is the last day to register for the HCHC Diabetes Annual Review Course scheduled for Thursday, November 13th and is open to anyone who has Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes and has completed the 10-hour diabetes class. 319-385-6518.

Wednesday
2025-11-12
Join in a community Thanksgiving Dinner from 11am – 1pm at the First United Methodist Church, 309 N. Main Street in Mt. Pleasant on Thursday, November 27th! This dinner is open to all and will include a turkey or ham meal with all the Thanksgiving dinner fixings! Reservations are not required; however, how many people to prepare for is helpful so there is enough food. Please contact the church by November 15th at 319-385-1740 to let Karen know if you need a meal delivered, you will be picking up a meal, or if you are attending in person.

Thursday
2025-11-13
Henry County’s ISU Extension Office in Mt. Pleasant is featuring a Holiday Craft Workshop from 1pm – 3pm at the extension office, 127 N. Main Street. This event is open to all Henry County Clover Kids and 4-Hers. Join in winter crafts, cocoa, and holiday fun. Cost is $15/person. Registration is open and space is limited.

Friday
2025-11-14
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 307 E. Monroe Street, is open from 10am – 12pm! There is something to discover for children of all ages. The Children’s Discovery Center is also open on Saturday from 10am – 12pm!
All God’s Creatures is hosting Bingo and a Soup Supper, bingo, & silent auction starting at 5:30pm at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church Manning Hall, 607 S. Jackson Street in Mt. Pleasant! This is a free will donation event to support the animals and care at All God’s Creatures:

5:30pm Soup Supper serving begins
6:30pm Bingo!
8:00pm Silent Auction ends

Danville Community School District presents the musical “Big Fish” at the Danville High School! Show times are 7pm tonight and at 1pm on Saturday! Join the adventure and get lost in the story!

Saturday
2025-11-15
The Mt. Pleasant Winter Market is the place to start your holiday shopping! The Winter Market is open from 9am – 12pm at the First Presbyterian Church, 902 S. Walnut Street! You will find crafts, baked goods, gift ideas, and new items are added each week! Shop the Winter Market in Mt. Pleasant every Saturday morning through December 13th!
The Oakland Mills Nature Center is proud to invite all to the Grand Opening of the StoryWalk at 10am at the Nature Center! Listen to and enjoy a story as you and your family stroll through the Oakland Mills Nature Center! Snacks and drinks will be available.
Sunrise Terrace Nursing & Rehab Center in Winfield is hosting a bake sale with at least 28 vendors selling their delicious treats from 9am – 1pm! Cinnamon rolls, dinner rolls, cookies, fudge, toffee, party mix and much more will be available! Also check out jewelry, Mary Kay cosmetics, and gift items! The Onion Shoppe Food Truck will be on hand for snacks and lunch. Sunrise Terrace Nursing Home, 706 W. Central in Winfield
The Children’s Discovery Center at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 307 E. Monroe Street, is open from 10am – 12pm! There is something to discover for all ages at the Discovery Center, also open on Monday from 12pm – 2pm!
The Mt. Pleasant Vets Hall features a Chili Cook-Off from 5p – 7p at the Vets Hall, 300 W. Monroe Street. This is the 2nd annual “Thank You is Not Enough” chili cook-off, and prizes will be awarded for Best Traditional Chili! Entry to try the chili is $10 per person with under 10 years of age for $5!
Danville Community School District presents the musical “Big Fish” at the Danville High School! Show time is at 1pm! Join the adventure and get lost in the story!
The Danville Booster Club is hosting a Harvest Moon Run! Gates open at 4pm, Races start at 5pm at the Danville Community School, 419 S Main St, Danville. There is a kids race & a 5k. contact danvilleboosters@gmail.com for information.
