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Saturday Events
2021-07-24
July 24
The Van Buren County Fair Beef Show starts at 8 am. The Open Goat Points Chase Show is at 1:30 pm. The Rabbit show is at 2 pm. The Van Buren County Cattlemen are serving at meal from 6 to 7 pm and the draft horse and mule farm team challenge is at 6 pm.
The Louisa County Fair begins with 9:00am Conference Judging of 4-H Static Exhibits and at 10:30am Clover Kids Exhibit Talks/Interviews begin.

The Henry County Fair Horse Show will start at 9 am at the arena in McMillan Park. This had to be postponed from July 18.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is held Saturdays from 8:30 am to 11 pm and Wednesdays from 4 to 6 pm in the Wright Pavilion in McMillan Park.
There is a Friends of Geode Meet and Greet today at the beach area at Geode State Park. This runs from 10 am to 1 pm. They will be offering a rod and reel combination with any $75 donation which includes a 1yr. membership or with a $250 lifetime membership you receive 4 rod and reel combinations. Quantities are limited! They will also be offering two sizes of bodyboards and an inflatable pool chair deal for a $50 donation.
Henry County Conservation is hosting a free program featuring the Ax Women Loggers of Maine. This is an all-female team of Logging Sports athletes. They chop, they saw, they throw axes and logroll. This is a family friendly program at 10 at Waterworks Access and Campground boat ramp at Oakland Mills. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Water Works boat ramp will be closed from 6 a.m. till approximately 2 p.m. for this event.
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst will hold a town hall meeting in Keosauqua at 2:30 pm at Scheuermann’s Gym, 2423 Osage Avenue.
VFW Post 7641 in New London will serve a Steak & ham dinner night from 5:00-7:00. Dinners are served with baked potato, salad,& roll. Ribeye- $18, Ham- $10. These will be served every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, July-October.
Come to Salem for a Community Day fundraiser to restore the Park’s Gazebo and Stage. There will be a car show from 5 to 9 pm. Food will be served and the BBQ cook off judging takes place at 5:30 pm. There will be face painting and games for the kids until 9 pm. Live music from 6 to 9 pm, a movie in the park at dark and silent auction through out the event.
Construction work on 170th Street east of Trenton in Henry County will begin Monday, July 26th. Portable traffic signals will be utilized, as traffic will be limited to one lane. Please travel this area with caution.

Sunday Events
2021-07-25
July 25
This is Kids Day at the Van Buren County Fair. Other activities include the Baby Contest, Battle on the Border Open Beef Show, and Pedal Pull. The Southern Smash Demo Derby starts at 6 pm.
Louisa County Fair Sunday Schedule…9:00am Church services & breakfast 1:00pm BINGO 3:30pm Guided Painting with Jenny Humphreys 6:30pm INTEGRA Seed free supper 7:00pm Family Night and Coronation
At 1:30 p.m., there is a fun program on exploring vintage fire insurance maps, namely the Sanborn and Bennett maps that the Dover Museum will have on display. A live internet demonstration will also be a part of the program. These maps show the business district of the town and surrounding buildings, and of what they were constructed. Original street names, such as Mill Street, are shown on these remarkable maps. A handout for all fire insurance maps of Henry County will be available. Come to the air conditioned Dover Museum for this free program followed by refreshments.
The people of the Trenton United Methodist Church invite you to share and enjoy the fellowship of an ice cream social from 2:00-4:00 PM in the Sunrise Room. Come and enjoy delicious homemade ice cream and goodies and unlimited fellowship. This event is open to the public, there is plenty of free parking, and the building is fully accessible. A free will offering will be accepted.
Construction work on 170th Street east of Trenton in Henry County will begin Monday, July 26th. Portable traffic signals will be utilized, as traffic will be limited to one lane. Please travel this area with caution.

Monday Events
2021-07-26
July 26
The 4H Sharp Shooters club will be selling sweet corn this morning beginning at 9 am at the E3 Center, East Washington in Mount Pleasant until they run out. $6/dozen.
The Van Buren County Fair wraps up with the presentation of the Marcie Carr Memorial Award at 4 pm, the Farm Bureau meal at 5:30 pm and the Livestock Sale at 7 pm.
Winfield First Presbyterian Church Vacation Bible School for preschool thru 5th grade students. Supper is at 5:30 and the bible school will be held from 6 to 8 pm. There will be a parents program July 29 at 7 pm.
The Bonaparte United Church is hosting vacation bible school thru Thursday at 5 pm at the former Bonaparte elementary school. Thursday night there will be a program for the families at 6:30 pm.
Construction work on 170th Street east of Trenton in Henry County will beginning this morning. Portable traffic signals will be utilized, as traffic will be limited to one lane. Please travel this area with caution.

Tuesday Events
2021-07-27
July 27
The New London Lassies and Lads and New London Pioneers will be at the New London City Park today around 8:30am until they sell out. $5 a dozen and buy 5 get one FREE!
The Dover Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday July 27th at the museum in New London.
At the Louisa County Fair….8:00am Sheep show 10:00am Reading on the Patio 11:00am Dog show 11:00am Nick’s Kids Show 12:00pm Louisa Co. Cattleman FREE Dinner 12:30pm Flower Judging & Flower Bucket Judging 1:30pm Genealogy Judging 2:00pm Nick’s Kids Show 3:00pm Farm & Garden Judging 3:30pm Canning Judging 5:00pm Ice Cream contest 5:00pm Nick’s Kids Show 6:00pm Bill Riley Talent Show
The Des Moines County Fair officially kicks off with the Queen Contest at 7 pm in the exhibit hall on the West Burlington SCC campus.

Wednesday Events
2021-07-28
July 28
The New London Lassies and Lads and New London Pioneers will be at the New London City Park today around 8:30am until they sell out. $5 a dozen and buy 5 get one FREE!
The 4H Sharp Shooters club will be selling sweet corn this morning beginning at 9 am at the E3 Center, East Washington in Mount Pleasant until they run out. $6/dozen.
The Henry County Conservation Board will be hosting a special meeting tonight( Wednesday) at the Press Box Grill in Mt. Pleasant at 5:30 p.m. The board will be meeting with Mike and Alyssa Whetherbee owners of Axe Women Loggers of Maine. Mike and Alyssa worked with the conservation department to host an event last weekend at Water Works Park. The board is looking to discuss the success of the program and provide feedback to Mike and Alyssa. No other department business will be discussed.
At the Louisa County Fair….9:00am Goat show 9:00am Photography Judging 9:30am Snapshot Judging 10:00am Reading on the Patio 11:00am Nick’s Kids Show 10:00am – 2:00pm Conservation Archery in front of Grandstands 12:30pm Antique Judging 1:00pm – 4:00pm Quilt Race 2:00pm Nick’s Kids Show 2:00 – 6:00pm Conservation Educational trailer 4:00pm Horse Show 5:00pm Nick’s Kids Show7:00pm IMPACT Pro Wrestling
At the Des Moines County Fair:
1 pm Poultry Show
3 pm Horse Show
7 pm Bill Riley Talent Show

Sunnybrook at Mount Pleasant hosts a community luncheon from 11 am to 1 pm. The menu is a maid-rite sandwich with a pickle spear, potato salad, fruit salad and a homemade chocolate chip cookie for carryout for $7. Funds go to the Mount Pleasant Childcare Center. To place your carry out or delivery order, call 319-385-7227. A delivery option is available on 4 or more group orders.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is open from 4 to 6 pm in the Wright Pavilion in McMillan Park.
The Houghton Ball Association Wednesday night league plays. Several local businesses and groups have committed to provide food to the teams and community for this year. Support the Houghton Ball Association!! Stop by and grab a meal and a cold beverage between 5 and 8 pm and watch some softball!!
The Salem Rec Association is hosting coed adult softball at the Salem Ball Fields on Wednesday evenings. Salem has partnered with Houghton to host the teams. The Salem Rec Association grills and provides cold beverages between 6pm and 9pm every Wednesday thru the end of July.

Thursday Events
2021-07-29
July 29
At the Louisa County Fair….8:00am Needlework Judging 9:00am Beef Show 9:00 – 9:30am Rooster Calling contest 9:30am Children’s Judging 10:00am Reading on the Patio 10:30am Conservation Program 11:30am Conservation Program 1:00pm Arts & Craft Judging 2:00pm Poultry Show 2:00pm Chris Short Puppet Personalities Show 2:00pm Kids Pedal Pull & Big Wheel races 4:00pm Chris Short Puppet Personalities Show 5:00pm Clover Kids Animal Show 7:00pm Farmers Olympics 9:00pm Chris Short Puppet Personalities Show
At the Des Moines County Fair….
8 am Swine Show
3 pm 4H and FFA livestock judging teams competion
7 pm Lil’ Squealers
9 pm Teen Bags Tournament

Friday Events
2021-07-30
July 30
The 4H Sharp Shooters club will be selling sweet corn this morning beginning at 9 am at the E3 Center, East Washington in Mount Pleasant until they run out. $6/dozen.
At the Louisa County Fair….10:00am Swine Show 10:00am Baked Goods Judging 10:00am Reading on the Patio 11:00am – 2:00pm IMPACT Blood Drive 12:30pm All Pies Judging – Followed by Baked Goods Auction 1:00pm Soil & Water Conservation Awards 2:00pm Chris Short Puppet Personalities Show 2:00pm Rabbit Show (PB) 4:00pm Chris Short Puppet Personalities Show 7:00pm Stock Car Races followed with fireworks 9:00pm Chris Short Puppet Personalities Show 9:00 -12:00am Teen Dance DJ Paul Humphreys
At the Des Moines County Fair…..
8AM……………4H/FFA Beef & Dairy Cattle Show – Arena Share a Heifer –Junior Dairy Show 4H/FFA (4th–12th Graders) Bucket Bottle Show 8AM……………………………………….Tiny Town Opens 12–6PM…………….Mini Farm Bureau Park – Activity Tent 1–6PM…… Hawkeye Heritage Quilt Guild Display – RM 201 2PM… …………Mediapolis Jr. Farmers Putt Putt Golf Opens 3PM…………….. Farm Bureau Sawdust Dig – Activity Tent 4PM ……………………… Rabbit Hoping Demo – Fritz Hall 5PM…………………. Grab Bag Drawing Winner Announced 5PM…………………. 4H/FFA Share the Fun – Exhibit Hall 6PM…….DMC Republican Ice Cream Social – Activity Tent 6:30PM… Beginner (1st–3rd Graders) Bucket Bottle Program – Arena 9PM …………..Teen Glo Volleyball Tournament – West Tent
The Brinton Film Festival, Iowa’s longest-running film festival, will be held at the Ainsworth Opera House July 30 and 31 at 7 pm. Historian Michael Zahs will be showing Brinton films and magic lantern slides.

Saturday Events
2021-07-31
July 31st
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is held Saturdays from 8:30 am to 11 am and Wednesdays from 4 to 6 pm in the Wright Pavilion in McMillan Park.
On the last day of the Louisa County Fair….9:00am Livestock Sale, 7:00pm Demo Derby
Kids Day at the Des Moines County Fair…. Check out the Activities for lots of fun events for the kids along with:

8AM…………………………….4H/FFA Sheep Show – Arena 10–5PM……………………… Street Fair – South Parking Lot 10–6PM….. Hawkeye Heritage Quilt Guild Display – RM 201 1PM…………………………. Open Pet Show – Exhibit Hall 2PM…………….. Southeast Iowa BBQ Competition Judging 4PM………………Kids Pedal Pull – SOUTH PARKING LOT 5PM…4H/FFA State Fair Static Exhibitor Parade Fashion Revue, Clothing Selection & $15 Challenge Style Show – Exhibit Hall 7PM………….Mutton Bustin’ 9 PM…………………………….Youth Dance – Activity Tent 9:15PM………………………… Fireworks By J&M Displays
Winfield Fire Rescue is having a 100 Years of Service Celebration at the Twin Lakes Golf Course. There will be several events starting at 1 pm and it will go into the evening; including a golf tournament, a bags tournament, dinner and live music. See the event on Facebook here for more information!
Rome Days kicks off at 11 am in the Rome Park. There will be a Car Show, Kids Pedal pull, Bouncy House. The Bags Tournament starts at 12pm. There will be a FREE WILL DONATION LUNCH AND SUPPER, starting at 11am and 4:30pm Live entertainment starting at 4:30 “Elvis” Junior Talley then at 7pm Aces & Eights band.
The Henry County Heritage Trust invites everyone to “Glider Infantryman – WWII” – A Presentation by Kevin Brooks at 2:00 pm at theHenry County Heritage Center Museum, 403 West Madison Street, Mount Pleasant. This is a free program but donations are appreciated. Refreshments will be served.
Downtown After Sundown returns to Bonaparte. The Bonaparte United Church is hosting an ice cream social from 4 to 8 pm including Maid Rites, all homemade food. The street dance starts at 5 pm with a band. There will be a beer garden, corn hole games, Bingo, inflatables, hot rocks and the giant chalk drawing event. The business will also be open late for evening shopping.
The Brinton Film Festival, Iowa’s longest-running film festival, will be held at the Ainsworth Opera House at 7 pm. Historian Michael Zahs will be showing Brinton films and magic lantern slides.
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra will present its Symphonic Blast concert at the bandshell in Crapo Park in Burlington at 8:00 PM. This is a previously postponed concert. There will be an amazing fireworks display by J & M Displays. Admission is free. Bring your lawn chair or blanket.

Sunday Events
2021-08-01
August 1st
At the Des Moines County Fair…
8AM……………………………..4H/FFA Goat Show – Arena 10PM…………………….. Antique Tractor Pull – West Tent 1:30PM……………….SEI Pigeon Club Demo – Fritz Hall 1:30PM…………………………. Kids Crafts – Activity Tent3PM…………… Kids/Littles Cookie Stacking – Activity Tent 3:30PM……..Kids/Littles Stick Horse Racing – Activity Tent 4:30PM………………….. Ice Cream Contest – Activity Tent5PM……………………Southeast Iowa Final Drive – Arena

West Burlington High School band director Mark Eveleth will conduct the Burlington Municipal Band concert. Selections include classic marches, Broadway show tunes, world music, and a medley of classics from the golden age of rock ‘n roll. Sunday’s concert will be at 7:30 pm at the Crapo Park bandshell. The family-friendly concert is free of charge. Bring a lawn chair, blanket or sit on provided benches

Monday Events
2021-08-02
August 2

8AM…………………………….4H/FFA Dog Show
12:30 pm………………….Barnyard Olympics6PM…………………… Rodeo

Tuesday Events
2021-08-03
August 3
275th Street in Henry will be closed for box culvert replacement on Tuesday, August 3rd. Closure will be from Franklin Ave west to Erickson Ave (south). Please use alternate route.
Spring Run Church Ice Cream Social from 5 to 7 pm. A free will donation will be asked for Missions. The menu includes hot chicken sandwiches, beef burgers, potato salad, pie and cake along with homemade ice cream.

Wednesday Events
2021-08-04
August 4th
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is open from 4 to 6 pm in the Wright Pavilion in McMillan Park.

Thursday Events
2021-08-05
August 5th
Registration for the 2021-2022 school year at Morning Sun is TODAY August 5th, 2021 from 1:00-7:00.And WACO e-registration begins today.
Henry County announces road construction on Oasis Avenue, south of Hwy 78; Goodyear Road, east of Franklin Ave; Iowa Avenue, south of Mt. Pleasant for today,August 5, and Friday, August 6th. Work will include one lane road closures with flaggers. Please use caution when traveling these areas.
The Big Creek Tractor Club is on the move today! A group from Wayland will start around 8 am. They are estimated to be in Mount Pleasant around 9:30 and will meet at the Pilot Gas Station. They will take H38 and tour New London Specialty Care. Lunch will be at St. Paul with a destination of Hamilton, IL. Tractor Club members are welcome to join at Pilot.

Friday Events
2021-08-06
August 6th
Henry County road construction continues on Oasis Avenue, south of Hwy 78; Goodyear Road, east of Franklin Ave; Iowa Avenue, south of Mt. Pleasant. Work will include one lane road closures with flaggers. Please use caution when traveling these areas.
Let the Houghton KC’s do the cooking tonight. Call 319-469-2641 for carry outs. Please Note: Due to supplier labor & covid issues there will be no catfish tonight . There will be shrimp, as well as swai fillets available as a substitute.
The Winfield Crooked Creek Days starts today with a dinner at Twin Lakes Country Club. There is a youth bags tournament at 6:30 and a family friendly dance at 7.

Saturday Events
2021-08-07
August 7th
Winfield Crooked Creek Days continues today. A breakfast is served from 7 to 10, the 5K fun run is at 8:30, the parade is at 11 and there’s games and activities throughout the day. The dedication of the Henry County Freedom Rock is at 7:30, the family movie in the park is at 8:30 and there’s an adult street dance at 9 pm.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market runs from 8:30 am to 11 am at McMillan Park in Wright Pavilion.
The 3rd Annual Trenton Car Show will be held from 11 am to 7 pm in Trenton, Iowa. This is a “Show & Shine” featuring cars, trucks and motorcycles. There will be food and music.

Sunday Events
2021-08-08
August 8th
The Winfield Crooked Creek Days continues today. Breakfast is served from 7 to 10 am. The JR Hewitt Memorial Car Show starts at 11 with the trophy presentation at 2:30.
The Trenton United Methodist Church 9:00 morning worship will be shared at 11:00 in the Trenton Park. There will be familiar music, with food and fellowship after the service. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a friend or neighbor, your own table service and some food to share. Whether you are coming home to Trenton, or visiting for the day, you are welcome to enjoy this time together.
St. Peter’s Church of Christ in Franklin, Iowa will serve a baked potato bar from 11 am to 1:30 pm at the Pilot Grove Bank community room in Donnellson. There will be a variety of potato toppings plus maid rites, chicken sandwiches, pies, cakes, other desserts and drinks. A free will donation will be asked.
The Des Moines County Master Gardeners are hosting a garden tour showcasing their recent volunteer projects at four sites in the Burlington area. The gardens are located at 701 West Agency, West Burlington; the corner of South 7th Street and Angular Street in Burlington;North Street in Middletown between Park Street and Iowa Street and on Brooks Avenue of South Main in Kray-po Park in Burlington.

Tuesday Events
2021-08-10
August 10th
The Henry County Health Center Diabetes Education Center’s monthly Continuous Glucose Meter (CGM) Support Group will meet from 2-3 p.m. in Suite 25 in the Diabetes Education Center.
The Churchmen of Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church invites you to a meal and ice cream social at the Swedesburg Parish Hall, 201 Academy Avenue. Serving starts at 5 pm. The menu includes homemade ice cream, hamburgers and hot dogs, chips and baked beans.

Wednesday Events
2021-08-11
August 11
Henry County Road Department announces the immediate road closure of New London Road (X23) south of Lowell. The timeframe for this closure is indefinite. There is a posted detour route, please drive with caution. Questions may be answered by calling (319) 385-0762.
A Nationwide EAS Test will be run on all radio stations today. It is set to start at 1:20 pm and should last a minute. This is a test only.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Wednesday hours are 4 to 6 pm at Wright Pavilion in McMillan Park.
The Henry County Conservation Department board of directors meets at 5:30 pm at the office in Oakland Mills.
Everyone is invited to West Point, Iowa to help shuck tons of sweetcorn in preparation for the West Point Sweetcorn Festival this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Shuckfest starts about 4 pm when the sweetcorn is unloaded in the street in front of Merschman Seed.
Sperry Methodist Church Ice Cream Social. Serving starts at 4:30 pm. The menu includes vanilla, strawberry and butter pecan homemade ice cream. There will also be creamed chicken, beef burgers, hot dogs, two kinds of potato salad, baked beans, other salads, pie, angel food cake, brownies and drinks. A free will offering will be asked.

Thursday Events
2021-08-12
August 12th
The West Point Sweet Corn Festival starts today. The carnival, arts and crafts in the park and free sweet corn will be served from 5 to 10 pm. Bbq pork loin dinners will be served from 5 to 10. The princess and queen contest starts at 6 and the Holy Trinity Drill Team performs afterwards.

Friday Events
2021-08-13
August 13
There is a garage sale and a salvage sale to raise funds for the repair of the foundation of the Second Baptist Church in Mount Pleasant. The garage sale will be held at 500 W. Monroe from 8 am to 1 pm today and Saturday. Food will be served at the garage sale on Saturday. The Salvage Sale will be held Saturday only from 8 am to 1 pm at the Church located at 407 W. Saunders Street.
Calvary Baptist Church hosts Calvary Kidventure this weekend 6:15 to 8:30 pm at the church, 803 Mapleaf Drive Mount Pleasant. This is a free vacation bible school f0r kids age 4 thru 6th grade.
The West Point Sweet Corn Festival continues today. The carnival, arts and crafts in the park and free sweet corn are from 5 to 10 pm. Bbq chicken dinners will be served from 5 to 10. The sweet corn eating contest starts at 5 and there will be dance performances afterwards. Andy and the Decades perform from 7 to 10 pm.

Saturday Events
2021-08-14
August 14th
There is a garage sale and a salvage sale to raise funds for the repair of the foundation of the Second Baptist Church in Mount Pleasant. The garage sale will be held at 500 W. Monroe from 8 am to 1 pm. Food will be served at the garage sale. The Salvage Sale will be held from 8 am to 1 pm at the Church located at 407 W. Saunders Street.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is open from 8:30 to 11 am in the Wright Pavilion in McMillan Park.
Calvary Baptist Church hosts Calvary Kidventure today from 9 am to 2 pm at the church, 803 E. Mapleleaf Drive, Mount Pleasant. This a free vacation bible school for kids age 4 thru 6th grade.
The West Point Sweet Corn Festival continues. A 5k and 10k run begins at 8 am. There is a horseshoe doubles contest. There will be a carnival, arts and crafts in the park and free sweet corn served. Bbq chicken dinners will be served from 11 am to 10 pm. Pee Wee Drags start at 11 am. Junior Water Fights are at 1 pm. There is a corn hole tournament at 3:30. Whiskey Friends perform from 7 to 10 pm.
New London VFW hosts a dinner tonight from 5 to 7:00 pm. A ham steak dinner is $10 and ribeye steak is $18. Dinner includes a baked potato, salad and a roll. Carry-outs may call 319-367-5009.

Sunday Events
2021-08-15
August 15th
This is the final day of the West Point Sweet Corn Festival. Free sweet corn will be served starting at 11 am. The carnival runs from 11:30 am to 6 pm. Arts and crafts in the park will be open from noon to 7 pm. The parade will begin at noon. The mini garden tractor pull begins at 2 pm.
The Players Workshop of Burlington is holding open auditions for the first show of the 2021-22 season, the play A Fox on the Fairway. Auditions will be held today and tomorrow from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Players Workshop auditorium, 1431 Grove Street in Burlington. Parts are available for three males (one in the 18-30 year range and two above 30 years) and three females (one in the 18-30 year range and two above 50 years). No preparation or previous experience is needed; however, since actors will be required to work closely together, Covid vaccinations are strongly encouraged.. For more information contact director Carol Hinkle at 319-850-1394.

Monday Events
2021-08-16
August 16th
This morning, Mark Hempen the Foundation Director of HCHC, will join KILJ’s Kadie Johannson to talk about their upcoming 100th Anniversary Gala to be held on November 6th. During the 8 o’clock hour for our Breakfast Club program, the two will discuss details and then afterwards, they will ask a trivia question and the first person to call in will win two tickets!
The Players Workshop of Burlington is holding open auditions for the first show of the 2021-22 season, the play A Fox on the Fairway. Auditions will be held today and tomorrow from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Players Workshop auditorium, 1431 Grove Street in Burlington. Parts are available for three males (one in the 18-30 year range and two above 30 years) and three females (one in the 18-30 year range and two above 50 years). No preparation or previous experience is needed. For more information contact director Carol Hinkle at 319-850-1394.

Tuesday Events
2021-08-17
August 17
Noon today is the deadline to register for the HCHC Diabetes Review Course that will be held August 18. Call the Diabetes Education Center at 319-385-6518 to sign up.

Wednesday Events
2021-08-18
August 18
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is open from 4 to 6 pm in the Wright Pavilion in McMillan Park.
VFW Post 7641 in New London will host a special taco night from 5-7 p.m. Carry-outs may call 319-367-5009.

Thursday Events
2021-08-19
August 19
WMU Meet the Players is from 6 to 8. Free will donation meal, music and yard games. Music and games will be sponsored by Student Leadership Council.
The Mount Pleasant Athletic Department’s annual “Meet the Players” event is at Mount Pleasant High School at 6:30 pm. There’s a welcome from the Mount Pleasant Athletic Booster Club, who will also be serving meals. At 7:15 p.m. introductions of cheerleaders, players, managers and coaches will commence. The order of introductions will be cross country, football followed with volleyball. The cheer team will also perform. At 7:30 p.m. the volleyball team will host their scrimmage.

Friday Events
2021-08-20
August 20th
Mt. Pleasant Historic Preservation Commission will continue their garage sale this week and next from 9am to 1pm both Friday & Saturday at 500 W. Monroe.There will not be a salvage sale at the church, but they will have some salvage items at the garage sale.
Today is the deadline to register for the HCHC Diabetes Education Two Day Class offered August 23 and 24. Call 319-385-6518.
Main Street Mount Pleasant’s Music on Main is this evening! The event runs from 6 to 9 pm in Central Park. They’ve partnered with Relay for Life. Live music is by the Beaker Brothers. There will be food, beverages, kids games, a silent auction, raffle, bakes sale, vendor sales and the Luminaria Lighting stars at 9 pm.
New London High School will host their annual Meet the Players Night, beginning at 6 pm in the New London Gym with the introduction of cross country and volleyball participants. It will then move outside for cheerleading and football intros. There will also be various fundraising opportunities for Tiger Athletics.

Saturday Events
2021-08-21
August 21st
Mt. Pleasant Historic Preservation Commission will continue their garage sale this week and next from 9am to 1pm both Friday & Saturday 500 W. Monroe. There will not be a salvage sale at the church, but they will have some salvage items at the garage sale.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open for the season Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm and Wednesdays from 1 to 6 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market is open from 8:30 to 11 am at the Orscheln parking lot.
The Villages of Van Buren host the 35th Annual Bike Van Buren. Walk up registration takes place today and Sunday in the Keosauqua City Park from 7:00 to 8:30 am today and 7:30 to 8 am Sunday. Check out villagesofvanburen.com for details.
Main Street Mount Pleasant’s Sip and Shop is today. Explore downtown’s shops and restaurants and shops. There will also be pop-up vendors and samples. The event is from 10 am to 3 pm.
Bring your kayak to Geode State Park and celebrate the re-opening of Lake Geode. Friends of Geode want to get a picture of as many kayaks out on the lake as possible. If you don’t have a kayak come anyway from 10 am to 1 pm and join the fun.
Henry County Heritage Trust Presents: PEOPLE IN THE PICTURES: STORIES FROM THE WETTACH FARM PHOTOS, a DVD program, shown courtesy of Iowa Public Television, at 2:00 p.m. at the Henry County Heritage Center Museum, 403 W. Madison St. Mount Pleasant. Hear the voices of “People in the Pictures” as they share their stories of life on the farm during the mid-20th century.Free will Donations Appreciated. Questions?? (319) 385-4983.
First Baptist Church has a fish fry today starting at 5:30 pm at the church on the lower floor. They will be serving catfish fillets and all of the trimmings with delicious desserts. This is by freewill offering to benefit missions around the world. Everyone is welcome.

Sunday Events
2021-08-22
August 22
The Villages of Van Buren host the 35th Annual Bike Van Buren. Walk up registration takes place today in the Keosauqua City Park from 7:30 to 8 am. Check out villagesofvanburen.com for details.

Monday Events
2021-08-23
August 23
The stop light at the intersection of Marion and West Washington in Mount Pleasant will change to a flashing light effective today. Please use caution.
