Mt. Pleasant Veterans Hall hosts Walk In Bingo every Monday at 6:30 pm. The public is welcome. Each game sold separately, so you can play as much or as little as you want.
Today is Tropical Day for the students at New London as they celebrate Homecoming Week.
The Keosauqua Farmer's market is held each Tuesday from 4 to 6 pm at Riverfront Park in Keosauqua.
SHIIP is hosting an Open House to celebrate their new space today from 4 to 6 pm. Follow the sidewalk to the left of the main entrance to HCHC. Go between the 2 buildings and follow the signs.
The Mt. Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5 to 7 pm. Tacos, taco salad and walking tacos. $6 each. Dine in or carry out.
It's Taco Tuesday at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School. The menu is (Fried or Not Fried)10" Soft Shell (Chicken or Beef) Tacos , Chips & Homemade Salsa, Walking Tacos, Dessert, Pop, Bottled Water, Super Nachos: made with Doritos or Corn Chips, Meat, Black Beans, Corn, Cheese Sauce, Onion, Cilantro, Jalapenos, Sour cream, Homemade Salsa. And they offer black beans for a vegetarian option. Serving from 5- 7 pm. People can dine in or carry out. They can call in and order also. 385-8613.
New London School District is celebrating Homecoming this week. The community is invited to the Boom Night activities that include boys volleyball at 6:45 pm in the high school gym, Cheer Camp cheerleaders performance at 7:20 pm at the football field, Introduction of the Royalty and parents at 7:30 pm at the field and following that the Powder Puff football game will be held at 7:50 pm on the football field. Everyone is invited to enjoy a cookie and a cup of hot chocolate when they arrive at the field.
The Henry County Treasurer's office will be closed all day today. Staff is attending the Statewide Iowa DOT Driver License Issuance Conference.
Iowa Wesleyan University will host a community blood drive from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm today at 601 N. Main St., inside the Social Hall.
The Healthiest State Annual Walk takes place today from 11:30 to 12:30. They'll start from the SE corner of Central Square in Mt. Pleasant, and walk a 2 block loop around the downtown.
The community meal today at the Fellowship Cup will be: shepherd's pie, bread and dessert.
Alive After Five will meet at Two Rivers Bank and Trust today from 5 to 7 pm.
New London VFW is serving tacos from 5 to 7:30 every Wednesday. Carry-outs may call 319-367-5009.
This is Throwback Thursday at the New London High School and Middle School and Favorite Team Day at Clark Elementary.
The Mount Pleasant Historic Preservation Commission meets at 5 pm at Jerry's Restaurant 2105 E. Washington Street.
Thrashers House of Terror opens tonight! They will be open from 6:30 to 10 pm. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The Winfield Presbyterian Church Big Basement Sale will be held this weekend, today from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday, October 5th 8am – noon.
New London is celebrating Homecoming with Friday Night Fever-Black and Gold Spirit Day. The class competitions start at 1:10 pm in the gym. The parade starts at 2:40 pm and the King and Queen will be crowned at 6:45 pm. The Tigers play English Valleys in the Homecoming game.
Henry County Health Center will host a community blood drive from 11 am to 2 pm today at 407 S. White St., inside the Health Education Center. To donate, please contact the Blood Center at (800) 747-5401 ext. 1281 or visit www.bloodcenterimpact.org and use code 1851 to locate the drive.
Hometown Pride Louisa County has an art show at the Morning Sun Community Center. Free and open to the public. Art will be on display today from noon until 8 pm and tomorrow from 10 am to 4 pm. A reception will be held Saturday from 6 pm until 8 pm.
Pints in the Park takes place tonight in Mt. Pleasant Central Park! The Soup and Chili Challenge is from 5:30 to 7 pm, and the Beer Garden and Jive Radio will run until 9 pm. Tickets are $10 for all-you-can-eat soup and chili, and beverages will be available for purchase.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Cirque Mei, the elite circus troupe, will perform in the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center tonight starting at 7:30 pm.
Danville Founder's Day celebration has been postponed to October 19th.
There will be Breakfast on Main Street in Bonaparte today! Visit the Opera House from 7 to 9 am for a delicious free will breakfast.
The Winfield Presbyterian Church Big Basement Sale will be held from 8am – noon.
The Mt. Pleasant Farmer's Market is open from 8:30 to 11 am at McMillan Park under the Wright Pavilion. There will be a Rome Days free will donation breakfast served starting at 7:30 am. Serving pancakes and biscuits and gravy, coffee, oj and hot chocolate.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open every Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the end of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Mt.Pleasant Kiwanis group is sponsoring the Annual Young Eagles Fly-In at the Mt. Pleasant airport from 8:30 am to 11:30 am. Ages are 8 to 17 and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian in order to take a free airplane ride.
Henry County Habitat for Humanity is bringing the Restore Truck to Mt. Pleasant. From 10 am to 2 pm you may drop off unwanted items such as appliances, building materials, furniture, left over construction supplies, etc. The truck will be at the E3 Center parking lot on East Washington Street. Donated goods are sold at the Fairfield ReStore and funds come back to Henry County for home building projects.
The Steve and Mary Hoyer home, at 202 W. Oak in Salem, will host an open house from 1-4 pm today and Sunday. The open house will showcase the newly built home's solar system. Their home is one of four in Iowa that are part of the American Solar Energy Association national solar tour.
Salem Friends Church will host its' annual hay ride beginning at 3:30 pm. Following the hayride there will be a chili and dessert potluck with hot dogs and s'mores provided. This is a free, family friendly event and everyone is welcome.
Hometown Pride Louisa County has an art show at the Morning Sun Community Center. Free and open to the public. Art will be on display today from 10am to 4pm. A reception will be held from 6 to 8 pm.
New London Municipal Utilities are having a Utility Open House today from 11 AM to 1 PM. Hot dogs, chips, drinks, and dessert will be provided in the New London City Park Shelter House. Tour the Wind Turbine, Diesel Generation Plant, and Water Treatment Plant and learn how your municipal utility takes care of you!
The Dover Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm through October. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. The museum is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
The Salem Friends Church will host its' annual Hay Ride at 3:30 pm. Following the hayride there will be a chili and dessert potluck with hot dogs and s'mores provided. This is a free family friendly event. Everyone is invited.
The Henry County 4H Teen Council is sponsoring a Barnyard Olympics 5K or one mile fun run and walk fundraiser. The family friendly event will be held at East Lake Park in Mt. Pleasant beginning at 5 pm at the Hayward Shelter House. Registration is $25. All ages are welcome.
The 68th Annual God’s Acre Sale is today and tomorrow in St. Paul. The charity auction begins tonight with the HTC Junior Class serving a Pork Loin Dinner, made by the Lee County Pork Producers, starting at 5 p.m.
The charity auction will begin at 6 p.m. They will be raffling off a Pro Series 575 Pellet Grill. Raffle tickets are $20 each. The drawing for the pellet grill will be held at 10:30 p.m.
The Bentonsport Presbyterian Church is having a homecoming of musical talent tonight at 6:30 pm. Free will donation.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
New London Homecoming Dance will be held from 8 pm to 11:30 pm in the street in front of the High School. It will be moved to Clark Elementary in case of rain.
The Twenty~Forty Sunday Study Class of the First United Methodist Church in Mount Pleasant will host a display of Classic and Collector cars in the church parking lot today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Members of the class will be grilling and have the extras for lunch, available for a free-will donation. Those donations will be given to the local food pantry at The Fellowship Cup. There will be a bouncy house for the kids. Cars will be from members, friends and family. If you have a classic or collector car you would like to display...please contact Matt Schimmelpfennig or Karen Brimhall.
The 68th Annual God’s Acre Sale continues today in St. Paul. The auction resumes at noon starting with the grain sales. A turkey dinner with all the trimmings will be served from 10:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. A lunch stand will be open throughout the afternoon and evening, serving turkey and roast beef sandwiches and homemade pies. Raffles for a Grand Prize of $5000 cash and a second $1000 cash prize is today. Tickets are $20 each or six (6) for $100 and are available the day of the auction or can be purchased from members of the parish. Winner does not need to be present to win. St. James Quilters will be selling raffle tickets for a queen size hand pieced and quilted quilt. Tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10. These are available the day of the sale also, or from any quilter.
The Dover Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm through October. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. The museum is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
The Evangelism Committee is sponsoring a hayride for the Swedesburg community tonight. Meet at the parish hall (201 Academy Avenue in Swedesburg) for the rides and yard games from 4 to 6 p.m., as well as enjoying roasting hot dogs over a bonfire. Bring a friend!
Son Shine Academy's Annual Ice Cream Social is today from 5 to 6:30 pm at Faith Lutheran Church. There will be beef burgers, hot dogs, fruit, veggies, lots of homemade desserts, and homemade ice cream. There will be a silent auction for original artwork by the Son Shine classes, and free will donations will be accepted for the Son Shine's Scholarship Fund and Community Outreach. Everyone is invited!
Players Workshop of Burlington will hold open auditions for the classic Christmas comedy The Best Christmas Pageant Ever today and tomorrow from 6 to 8 pm. at the Workshop at 1431 Grove St. in Burlington. Production dates are Dec. 6-8 and 12-15. Parts are available for 4 males, ages 25 -50; 4 females, ages 30 – 65; 8 boys and 9 girls, ages 6 – 15; plus a children's chorus. For more information, call the director at 319-752-7377, assistant director at 319-850-1394, or producer at 319-750-6046. Information is also available at www.playersworkshoptheater.com or on the Players Workshop Facebook page.
Parking areas near the Mt. Pleasant downtown water tower will be closed beginning today for the next two weeks. This is due to the water tower washing and painting project.
The Henry County Pioneer Cemetery Commission will meet at 1:00 in the Conference Room of the Henry County Courthouse. All those interested in the Pioneer Cemeteries of Henry County are welcome to attend.
Faith Lutheran Church is hosting a community blood drive from 3 pm to 6 pm today at 910 Mapleleaf Drive, inside the Fellowship Hall.
Join H2O (Help to Others) at Pizza Ranch tonight from 5 to 8 pm for tip night. They will receive a portion of sales from the evening and will be busing tables to tips. H2O assists others in our county during a life crisis.
Mt. Pleasant Veterans Hall hosts Walk In Bingo every Monday at 6:30 pm. The public is welcome. Each game sold separately, so you can play as much or as little as you want.
Players Workshop of Burlington will hold open auditions for the classic Christmas comedy The Best Christmas Pageant Ever today from 6 to 8 pm. at the Workshop at 1431 Grove St. in Burlington. Parts are available for 4 males, ages 25 -50; 4 females, ages 30 – 65; 8 boys and 9 girls, ages 6 – 15; plus a children's chorus. For more information, call the director at 319-752-7377, assistant director at 319-850-1394, or producer at 319-750-6046. Information is also available at www.playersworkshoptheater.com or on the Players Workshop Facebook page.
Southeastern Community College will host College Representative Day on October 8 from 9:30 to 11 am in Loren Walker Arena on the West Burlington Campus. Area High School juniors, seniors and the guardians are invited to attend to learn more about their college options. Attendees can register at gotocollegefairs.com
The H.J. Nugen Public Library in New London welcomes Celtic guitarist and storyteller Jerry Barlow in concert. The free program will be held at the library at 6:30 pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Southeastern Community College will host College Representative Day today from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Loren Walker Arena on the West Burlington Campus. Area high school juniors, seniors, and their guardians are invited to attend to learn more about their college options. The college fair is free and open to the public. The event is sponsored by the Iowa Association for College Admission Counseling. Attendees can register for this event at www.gotocollegefairs.com. For more information call Chrisman at (319) 208-5017.
The Keosauqua Farmer's market is held each Tuesday from 4 to 6 pm at Riverfront Park in Keosauqua.
The Mt. Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5 to 7 pm. Tacos, taco salad and walking tacos. $6 each. Dine in or carry out.
It's Taco Tuesday at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School. The menu is (Fried or Not Fried)10" Soft Shell (Chicken or Beef) Tacos , Chips & Homemade Salsa, Walking Tacos, Dessert, Pop, Bottled Water, Super Nachos: made with Doritos or Corn Chips, Meat, Black Beans, Corn, Cheese Sauce, Onion, Cilantro, Jalapenos, Sour cream, Homemade Salsa. And they offer black beans for a vegetarian option. Serving from 5- 7 pm. People can dine in or carry out. They can call in and order also. 385-8613.
New London fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for today and Thursday from 2:40 until 8 pm.
The community meal at the Fellowship Cup today will be provided by First Baptist Church. They are going to have soups, bread, dessert.
The annual Mt. Pleasant Fire Department runs from 6:30 to 8 pm. Meet the firefighters, try on fire gear, see the trucks and enjoy family friend activities.
The WMU Homecoming parade will be at 6:30 tonight (Wednesday). Coronation will be held on the football field after the parade with powder puff football to follow. Powder puff volleyball will be held at 2:15 Friday before the pep assembly.
The Vintage Raven Kitten Haven is having a kitten adoption bonanza today from 9 am to 5 pm at the Vintage Raven store in uptown Mount Pleasant. Come meet all of the cats that they have up for adoption.
New London fall parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for today from 2:40 to 8 pm. There will be no school tomorrow.
The Washington County 4-H will have a 4-H Find Out booth at the Washington Farmers’ Market today from 5 pm to 6:30 pm.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6:30 to 10 pm. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The Vintage Raven Kitten Haven is having a kitten adoption bonanza today from 9 am to 5 pm at the Vintage Raven store in uptown Mount Pleasant. Come meet all of the cats that they have up for adoption.
The First Presbyterian Church at 902 S. Walnut St in Mt. Pleasant is having a Rummage and Bake Sale today from noon to 6 pm. All items are 50 cents, unless otherwise marked.
The WMU Homecoming Powder puff volleyball will be held at 2:15 before the pep assembly. The parade was moved to Wednesday and volleyball was changed to tonite.
The 4th annual Chili Cook Off will start at 5 PM at the Mapleleaf Athletic Complex in conjunction with the Mt. Pleasant High School football games with Solon. Votes will be taken for Best Soup and Best Presentation. A free will donation will be accepted and any funds raised will be used to support the Middle School Career and Technical coursework.
The Mt. Pleasant Veterans Hall presents The Troubadors with Stan Hill and Friends tonight! Come enjoy a fish, chicken, or shrimp dinner serving from 5:30 to 8 pm. Sit back and enjoy the music starting around 7. The public is welcome!
The SCC Keokuk Campus Drama Club will host its Annual Zombie Walk tonight. Registration is free and starts at 5 p.m. The contest begins at 6 p.m. with the walk to follow at Estes Park on Fifth and Main Street in Keokuk.
Participants will walk from the south side of Main from Fifth to Eighth Street, then cross to return to Estes Park via the north side of Main.
The Midwest Haunted Rails starts tonight! They will be open from 6 to 10 pm. Tickets are $12 per person and get you unlimited rides on the Ghost Train, Ghostly Trolley, Haunted Carousel, and other activities! (games, food, and Thrashers House of Terror not included). Ages four and under get in free.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The Annual Van Buren County Scenic Drive Festival is taking place this weekend. Today thru Sunday take the drive thru the Villages of Van Buren and enjoy the activities each village has to offer.
Today is the last Mt. Pleasant Farmer's Market of the season. They're open from 8:30 to 11 am at McMillan Park under the Wright Pavilion.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open every Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the end of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The First Presbyterian Church of Mt Pleasant at 902 S. Walnut St. is having a Rummage and Bake Sale today from 8 am to 1 pm. All items are 50 cents unless otherwise marked. There will be a $2 a bag sale today from 11 am to 1 pm.
The Vintage Raven Kitten Haven is having a kitten adoption bonanza today from 9 am to 5 pm at the Vintage Raven store in uptown Mount Pleasant. Come meet all of the cats that they have up for adoption.
Walk to End Alzheimer's is today at the Port of Burlington. Registration is from 9 to 10 am, there will be a ceremony at 10:30, and the walk takes place at 11 am. For more information, visit their website alz.org.
Appleberry Orchard is celebrating Fire Prevention Week today. The Donnellson Fire Department will showcase fire trucks from 1 - 4 pm, and Air Evac Helicopter will land at 2 pm (pending emergencies) and there will be a Fireman obstacle course for the kids! All included with regular admission.
The Dover Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm through October. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. The museum is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
New London VFW hosts a ham and ribeye steak dinner from 5 to 7:30 pm. Dinner includes a baked potato, salad and dinner roll. The ham steak dinner is $10 and the ribeye dinner is $14.
The Midwest Haunted Rails continues tonight! They will be open from 6 to 10:30 pm. Tickets are $12 per person and get you unlimited rides on the Ghost Train, Ghostly Trolley, Haunted Carousel, and other activities! (games, food, and Thrashers House of Terror not included). Ages four and under get in free.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The Vintage Raven Kitten Haven is having a kitten adoption bonanza today from noon to 4 pm at the Vintage Raven store in uptown Mount Pleasant. Come meet all of the cats that they have up for adoption.
The Dover Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm through October. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. The museum is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
First Presbyterian Church is hosting Trigger, a forum on gun violence, at 3 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Wellspring Evangelical Free Church will host a community blood drive from 3:30 to 6:30 pm today at 2501 S. Grand Avenue, inside the Lobby.
Mt. Pleasant 7th grade volleyball is at home tonight against Fort Madison and it is a Pink Out Night. They will be selling baked goods and will have a raffle with prizes. Funds will go to a local family who has been affected by cancer. Events start at 4:30.
Mt. Pleasant Veterans Hall hosts Walk In Bingo every Monday at 6:30 pm. The public is welcome. Each game sold separately, so you can play as much or as little as you want.
Sunnybrook Assisted Living have their October Community Luncheon from 11:30 am to 1 pm. It benefits the Alzheimer's Association and is for dine-in or carry out. The menu is an open-faced roast beef sandwich, green beans with bacon and a pumpkin bar for a freewill donation. For more information, or to place orders in advance, call 385-7227.
Lockridge Fire and Rescue is hosting a blood drive today at the Lockridge Senior Center from 3:30 to 7:30 pm.
The Keosauqua Farmer's market is held each Tuesday from 4 to 6 pm at Riverfront Park in Keosauqua.
The Mt. Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5 to 7 pm. Tacos, taco salad and walking tacos. $6 each. Dine in or carry out.
It's Taco Tuesday at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School. The menu is (Fried or Not Fried)10" Soft Shell (Chicken or Beef) Tacos , Chips & Homemade Salsa, Walking Tacos, Dessert, Pop, Bottled Water, Super Nachos: made with Doritos or Corn Chips, Meat, Black Beans, Corn, Cheese Sauce, Onion, Cilantro, Jalapenos, Sour cream, Homemade Salsa. And they offer black beans for a vegetarian option. Serving from 5- 7 pm. People can dine in or carry out. They can call in and order also. 385-8613.
Main Street Mt. Pleasant Cider & Donuts Social from 5-7 pm. Visit the downtown businesses and enjoy all kinds of cider. This will also be a chance to check out 4 open store fronts in the business district.
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting a public meeting tonight at the Washington County Conservation Education Center near Ainsworth to present its proposed waterfowl season and zone structure for the 2021-2025 waterfowl hunting seasons. The meeting is scheduled from 6-8 p.m. Staff will present information including the results from the statewide hunter survey, the federal rules and guidelines that govern waterfowl hunting and the proposed season and zone structure.
There will be a Flu Shot Clinic at the Danville Community Building today from 9 am to 11 am. Shots are $35.00 for those who are not Medicare qualified OR they can file a claim for you to your insurance carrier. You will need to bring proof of insurance.
The community meal at the Fellowship Cup today is: chicken stir fry, bread and dessert.
The Winfield First Presbyterian Church is having their annual Harvest Supper today starting at 5 p.m. On the menu are their famous Hamballs, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Salads, Homemade Pie, and Beverages. $9 for Adults, $4 for children 5-10, and children under 5 eat free.
The Mt. Union Chapter of Tri T will bus tables at the Mt. Pleasant Pizza Ranch from 5:00 to 8:00. Tips and a percent from the sales will go towards sending local 4th grade girls to camp next June.
New London VFW is serving tacos from 5 to 7:30 every Wednesday. Carry-outs may call 319-367-5009.
Main Street Mount Pleasant will host a total of 4 hours of group voting in the national contest for grant money to support the Union Block. The first hour will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 am at the Middle School. The second hour will be held from noon to 1 pm at the Union block featuring free lunch and a lunch and learn program and then, also at the Union Block, there will be a fun 1920s-themed party complete with drinks, appetizers and dancing from 5 to 9 pm with voting from 5 to 7 pm.
A Henry County Community Afternoon blood drive will be hosted from 2 pm to 6 pm today at 1400 E. Washington St., inside the E3 Center Meeting Room.
St. Michael's Episcopal Church of Mt. Pleasant is having their Annual Spaghetti Supper tonight. They will be serving from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Carry outs are available. Spaghetti served with Garlic Bread Homemade desserts and drink for a Free Will Donation.
It's Jurassic County Park tonight with the Henry County Conservation Department! From 6 to 7:30 pm, time travel back to the Mesozoic Era. The first 200 kids will receive a passport that will be stamped at 5 prehistoric stations prior to participants starting their journey on the trail as they search for 15 dinosaurs. All ages are welcome, but kids must be accompanied by an adult. Jurassic County Park will be held at Oakland Mills County Park, rain or shine. Activities will be held indoors at the nature center in the event of inclement weather. Usborne Books and More will be set up in the Nature Center. Learn about dinosaurs on your hike, then buy a book to take home! This event is free and open to the public!
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6:30 to 10 pm. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Postmodern Jukebox will be in the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center tonight at 7:30 pm as part of their Welcome to the Twenties 2.0 Tour.
Alliance for Sustainability (a new Mt. Pleasant High School student group) is holding a community cleanup today starting at 3 pm at East Lake Park at the soccer field parking lot. Please join them in making the community cleaner. Bags and gloves are provided. Cleanup is expected to last an hour.
The Midwest Haunted Rails continues tonight! They will be open from 6 to 10 pm. Tickets are $12 per person and get you unlimited rides on the Ghost Train, Ghostly Trolley, Haunted Carousel, and other activities! (games, food, and Thrashers House of Terror not included). Ages four and under get in free.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Madness in the Machine Shed is open today and tomorrow from 8 pm to midnight. They are located at the corner of Hwy 78 and Nebraska Ave in Winfield. Admission is $10, and children 14 and younger must have adult supervision.
Founders Day, will celebrate Danville's heritage with food, activities, and entertainment for all ages. Firefighters pancake breakfast, "Fire Up The Smoker" BBQ contest, corn hole tournament, classic car and tractor show, kids game area with bounce house and petting zoo, quilt display at the Dodds Insurance building, bingo, pie baking contest, and musical entertainment from the No Name Band. The day’s activities will take place at the Danville City Park, Community Building and Fire Station. Sponsored by the Danville Lions Club.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open every Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the end of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
Appleberry Orchard is having Bob the Builder weekend today and tomorrow! Come see all kinds of construction equipment including backhoes, bulldozers, dumptrucks, skidloaders, and much more. They're open from 9 am to 7 pm.
Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation is hosting a low-cost Microchip and Vaccination Clinic from 11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. The clinic will be held at the Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation, 1986 Gear Avenue in Fairfield. No appointment is necessary.
The Dover Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm through October. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. The museum is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
Rich Seberg, Director of Midwest Old Thresher’s North Village, will be presenting a program on the Past, Present & Future of that special place at 2 pm at the Henry County Museum. Rich will entertain with dozens of photos and stories about the North Village and plans for its future. The Museum is located 403 West Madison Street, Mount Pleasant. There will be also free refreshments.
Skunk River Ranch at 2240 Salem Road, 4.5 miles east of the stub, will host the 2019 Buckle Series Rodeo with two performances at 3 pm and 6 pm. Concession will be available on the grounds. For more information check Skunk River Ranch facebook page.
The Hillsboro Fire Department's Soup Supper and Bingo is tonight in the Hillsboro Community Center! The supper will be from 5 to 7 pm, and bingo will follow from 7 to 9 pm.
7th annual New London Monster Mash 5k Run/walk is tonight from 5:30 to 8 pm! It will be located at the City Park. Registration forms are located at the city office and at the public library in New London. All proceeds raised will go towards the 2019 New London Holiday Stroll.
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra will present their inaugural Masterworks Series concert of its 69th season, Gaelic Lands. Performances will be held tonight at 7:30 PM at the Capitol Theater in Burlington; tomorrow at 2 PM at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa; and tomorrow evening at 6:30 PM in the Iowa Wesleyan University Chapel Auditorium in Mt. Pleasant. Season tickets are $55 while single-concert tickets are $20 for adults. Children and students through age 22 are free. For further information, contact the symphony office at seiso@iw.edu or check out the orchestra’s web site at www.seiso.us.
The Midwest Haunted Rails continues tonight! They will be open from 6 to 10:30 pm. Tickets are $12 per person and get you unlimited rides on the Ghost Train, Ghostly Trolley, Haunted Carousel, and other activities! (games, food, and Thrashers House of Terror not included). Ages four and under get in free.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Madness in the Machine Shed is open today from 8 pm to midnight. They are located at the corner of Hwy 78 and Nebraska Ave in Winfield. Admission is $10, and children 14 and younger must have adult supervision.
Appleberry Orchard is having Bob the Builder weekend today! Come see all kinds of construction equipment including backhoes, bulldozers, dumptrucks, skidloaders, and much more. They're open from 9 am to 7 pm.
The Iowa Wesleyan Community Brunch is back. Serving from 11 am to 1 pm in Wesley's Diner. $10 for adults, age 55 and over $7, ages 5 to 10 $5, under 5 is free. Bring your church bulletin and get a $1 discount.
The Dover Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm through October. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. The museum is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
The Healthy Halloween Walk takes place today out at East Lake Park from 2 to 5 pm. Registration is by the tennis courts. Costumes are welcome! Enjoy family friendly fun and games as you walk a loop through the park, including face painting, healthy snacks, bubbles, creative activities, and much more. If it rains, the event will be moved to October 27.
Mt. Pleasant High School Choral concert at 2 pm at the First United Methodist Church.
The Friends of Geode will meet today at 3 pm in Shelter 1.
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra will present their inaugural Masterworks Series concert of its 69th season, Gaelic Lands. Performances will be held today at 2 PM at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa and at 6:30 PM in the Iowa Wesleyan University Chapel Auditorium in Mt. Pleasant. Season tickets are $55 while single-concert tickets are $20 for adults. Children and students through age 22 are free. For further information, contact the symphony office at seiso@iw.edu or check out the orchestra’s web site at www.seiso.us.
Mt. Pleasant Veterans Hall hosts Walk In Bingo every Monday at 6:30 pm. The public is welcome. Each game sold separately, so you can play as much or as little as you want.
The Simon and Garfunkel Story will be performed tonight in the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center at 7:30 pm.
The Henry County Soil & Water Conservation District Commissioners meeting postponed from October 15th has been rescheduled to this afternoon at 3.30 pm at the District office 709 S. Iris St., Mt. Pleasant. These meetings are open to the public.
Mt. Pleasant Christian School will host a community blood drive from 3 to 6 pm today at 1505 E. Washington St., inside the Multipurpose Room. To donate, please contact Melissa Peiffer at (319) 385-8613 or visit bloodcenterimpact.org and use code 1245 to locate the drive.
The Mt. Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5 to 7 pm. Tacos, taco salad and walking tacos. $6 each. Dine in or carry out.
The Mt. Pleasant Christian School would like to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone that came to support the Taco Tuesday Junior and Senior missions trip fundraiser last Tuesday!! They will not be having Taco Tuesday tonight due to All Bands Night. Everyone is encouraged to attend the A,l Bands Night Come out early for supper and support the Music Boosters starting at 5:30 at Mapleleaf Athletic Complex.
All Bands Night at Mapleleaf Athletic Complex at 7 pm. Come early starting at 5:30 and enjoy the Music Boosters full concession stand that will include ribeyes, hotdogs, marching tacos, turkey wraps, fruit cups pretzels, candy and hot chocolate.
The monthly meeting of the Dover Historical Society is tonight at 7 pm at the museum. All members are invited to attend.
The community meal today at the Fellowship Cup will be provided by Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church. They will serve: ham balls,potatoes, vegetable and dessert.
The annual Stockport United Methodist Church Fall Dinner is tonight starting at 5 pm! They will be serving roasted turkey, ham balls with all the trimmings, beverages, and desserts, all for a free will offering.
New London VFW is serving tacos from 5 to 7:30 every Wednesday. Carry-outs may call 319-367-5009.
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst’s representative is holding traveling office hours…
Burlington City Hall 9 am to 10 am
Keokuk Public Library 11 am to noon
Mt. Pleasant City Hall 1 to 2 pm
Columbus Junction Public Library 3 to 4 pm
Lincoln Elementary School will host a community blood drive from 3 to 6 pm today at 501 Corkhill St., inside the Gym. To donate, please contact Samantha Johnson at (319) 385-7765 or visit bloodcenterimpact.org and use code 2876 to locate the drive.
Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance's Witch Way to Main is tonight from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at 40 downtown Mount Pleasant businesses. Little ghouls and goblins can meet in Central Park for fun and games or meet on the corner of Main and Monroe to go on a fun wagon ride.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6:30 to 10 pm. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The 6th annual Rec Center Glowing Pumpkin Fun Run starting at 6 pm at East Lake Park. This is a family friendly event that has games, bounces houses, giveaways, costume contests, trick or treating, even a doggie costume contest. Run or walk the entire route. You can do one or two laps at this fun, not-timed event. Food will be available for purchase. You can register at the Rec Center or online.
Burlington downtown Trick or Treat will be from 4 to 6 PM, with treats available at dozens of participating merchants. As a special feature this year, the public will also be able to tour the State Historical Museum of Iowa’s “Iowa History 101” mobile museum for free at Third and Jefferson. For the safety of the increasing number of participants, Jefferson St. will be closed to traffic and parking during Downtown Trick or Treat.
The Midwest Haunted Rails continues tonight! They will be open from 6 to 10 pm. Tickets are $12 per person and get you unlimited rides on the Ghost Train, Ghostly Trolley, Haunted Carousel, and other activities! (games, food, and Thrashers House of Terror not included). Ages four and under get in free.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Madness in the Machine Shed is open today and tomorrow from 8 pm to midnight. They are located at the corner of Hwy 78 and Nebraska Ave in Winfield. Admission is $10, and children 14 and younger must have adult supervision.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open every Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the end of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Dover Museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm through October. There is no charge, but donations are welcome. The museum is air conditioned and handicap accessible.
The Family Connection Fall Party will be held at 1 pm at East Lake Park. There will be family fun, games, and crafts. All Henry County families with young children are welcome to attend.
The Embury United Methodist Church is having their Annual Pasta Supper tonight from 4 to 7 pm. They will be serving spaghetti and lasagna, chicken and noodles, beef and noodles, french bread, tossed salad, pie, and cake, for a free will donation.
The United Church of Crawfordsville is having their Harvest Supper and Auction tonight. From 4:30 to 6:45 pm, they will be serving creamed chicken, biscuits, beef burgers, potato salad, chips, and desserts for a free will offering. The auction will begin at 7 pm.
New London VFW hosts a dinner tonight from 5 to 7:30 pm. Ham steak is $10 and ribeye steak is $14. Dinner includes a baked potato, salad and dinner roll. Halloween karaoke starts at 7:30 pm. Wear your Halloween attire!
Douds is having their Trick or Treat Event tonight from 6 to 8 pm.
The Midwest Haunted Rails continues tonight! They will be open from 6 to 10:30 pm. Tickets are $12 per person and get you unlimited rides on the Ghost Train, Ghostly Trolley, Haunted Carousel, and other activities! (games, food, and Thrashers House of Terror not included). Ages four and under get in free.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6 pm to midnight. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
The Cotillion Club announces the second dance of the 2019-2020 schedules. Ned Francis will play your favorites at the Loft in downtown Burlington. Dance from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., open to the public, singles welcome. Cover charge is $12.50 per person for non-members. Anyone interested in listening or dancing to live music are invited to join this not for profit group for an enjoyable evening of ballroom dancing.
Madness in the Machine Shed is open today from 8 pm to midnight. They are located at the corner of Hwy 78 and Nebraska Ave in Winfield. Admission is $10, and children 14 and younger must have adult supervision.
It's the 6th annual Cider Run Car Show in the Appleberry Orchard from 11 am to 4 pm! All cars, bikes and rat rods are welcome.
At 1:30 p.m. the Dover Museum, New London, Virginia Ekstrand will present a program with photos about “Living in Alaska in the 1960’s”. An added plus is the exceptional exhibit of native Alaskan items they brought back with them. There is no charge, but donations are appreciated. Refreshments will follow the question/answer time.
The annual Trunk or Treat event will be held at the New London Presbyterian Church parking lot from 2 to 4 pm. This is a fun, family event. All children in their costumes are welcome.
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst's representative will hold traveling office hours at the Public Library in Washington, Iowa from 8:30 to 9:30 am.
Iowa Wesleyan University is having their Hire a Tiger job fair today in the Howe Student Activity Center Social Hall today from 2 pm to 5 pm. For questions, call Megan Hills at 319-385-6391.
Mt. Pleasant Veterans Hall hosts Walk In Bingo every Monday at 6:30 pm. The public is welcome. Each game is sold separately, so you can play as much or as little as you want.
The Mt. Pleasant Moose Lodge serves tacos every Tuesday from 5 to 7 pm. Tacos, taco salad and walking tacos. $6 each. Dine in or carry out.
It's Taco Tuesday at the Mt. Pleasant Christian School. The menu is (Fried or Not Fried)10" Soft Shell (Chicken or Beef) Tacos , Chips & Homemade Salsa, Walking Tacos, Dessert, Pop, Bottled Water, Super Nachos: made with Doritos or Corn Chips, Meat, Black Beans, Corn, Cheese Sauce, Onion, Cilantro, Jalapenos, Sour cream, Homemade Salsa. And they offer black beans for a vegetarian option. Serving from 5- 7 pm. People can dine in or carry out. They can call in and order also. 385-8613.
There will be a Mental Health Awareness meeting today at the Mt. Pleasant High School. A resource fair will be open from 6:30 to 7 pm, and then there will be a panel of mental healthy experts and individuals who have dealt with mental health issues to discuss youth and mental health, including depression, anxiety, suicide, eating disorders, and more. This is an educational meeting for the entire community, including parents, adults, and youth. For more information, call 319-385-8126.
All district residents are invited to attend the New London Community School's Meet the School Board Candidates program at 7 pm in the high school auditorium. Each candidate will be given an opportunity to respond to a variety of different questions. Vote on November 5 at the Community Center.
The WACO National Honor Society is hosting a community blood drive from 7:30 am until noon in the high school practice gym.
Milton, Bonaparte, Farmington, and Cantril are having Trick or Treat Evetns tonight. Milton, Bonaparte, and Farmington's events are from 5 to 7 pm, and Cantril's is from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
There is a community blood drive from 2 to 6 pm at the E3 Center on East Washington Street in Mt. Pleasant.
The Keosaqua Chamber is hosting Trunk or Treat tonight from 4:30 to 5:30 pm.
Keosaqua, Stockport, and Birmingham are having Trick or Treat Events tonight. Keosaqua's is from 5 to 8 pm, Stockport's is from 5 to 7 pm, and Birmingham's is 6 to 8 pm.
Mount Pleasant Trick or Treat from 5 to 7 pm.
The New London Trick or Treat is tonight from 5 to 7 pm.
Danville Trick-or-Treat is from 5:30 to 7 pm tonight.
Wayland Trick or Treat runs from 5:30 to 7 pm.
The Danville Fire Department's Chili Supper is tonight from 5 to 8 pm. Free will donation. They will also have candy. To-go cups and seating available!
The 12th annual Salem Crew Public Library Backwards Halloween Parade will be today at the Library at 5 PM; followed by Hot Dogs in the City Park. Trick or Treat is from 5:30 -7 PM.
Thrashers House of Terror will be open tonight from 6:30 to 10 pm! Tickets are $10 per person or $15 for the fast pass. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Friends of Henry County Health Center invites the public to attend the Annual Fall Soup Supper and Bake Sale from 4:30-7:00 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant. The evening’s menu offers chili soup, chicken noodle soup, or baked potato bar, relish, crackers, dessert and drink. The price is $9 for a choice of two entrees, $7 for one entrée, and a children’s menu for ages 5 and under is $2. Take out is available. In addition to the soup supper, there will be baked goods, as well as used jewelry for sale. The HCHC Gift Shop will also have a preview of some of the Christmas items that are available in the Gift Shop.
Relive the 90s tonight at the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center with 'Boy Band Review' at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available online at fairfieldacc.com or by calling 641-472-2787.
The Mount Pleasant City compost site is open every Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located southwest of Saunders Park at the end of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive.
The Washington County 4-H Program will host their annual Awards Night at the KC Hall in Washington. The 4-H family is welcome to gather for a family 4-H potluck meal at 5 p.m. which is optional. Families who wish to participate should bring a two dishes to pass in a disposable container. Serving utensils, table service and drinks will be provided with pork burger grilled by the Washington County Pork Producers. Washington County 4-H alumni are asked to arrive no later than 5:45 p.m. to be in the alumni photo.
The Four Italian Tenors will perform tonight at 7:30 pm in the Fairfield Arts and Convention Center. Tickets are available online at fairfieldacc.com or by calling 641-472-2787.
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