• Celebrate Recover, 6:30 pm each Tuesday at the Advent Christian Church .  Includes a light supper, music, lessons and small group discussion.  For more information, contact Pastor Jeff Eason, program coordinator at the Villisca Advent Christian Church
• Red Oak Eagles BINGO every Tuesday, early bird at 6:30, regular at 7:00
• Red Oak Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at noon to 1pm for lunch and program at Pizza Ranch in Red Oak.  Guests always welcome.
• The Red Oak American Legion meets the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm at the Red Oak American Legion in Red Oak.  Everyone is invited.  712-542-8452
• The Montgomery County Crime Stoppers meet the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. at the Red Oak American Legion.  Everyone is invited. 712-542-8452
• The Red Oak VFW meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm at the Red Oak American Legion.  Everyone is invited. 712-542-8452.

• The Shenandoah Eagles Club ( 709 West Thomas) is serving $7.00 meals.  Menu varies weekly, check their Facebook page for weekly menu.
• Montgomery County Shooting Sports Club ~ Monthly Meeting ~ 2nd Wednesday of each month, 6:30 pm, Anderson Conservation Building
• CHRIST’S CUPBOARD COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY is now open for service…..Open Wednesdays 1:30- 5pm, and open for donations only on Fridays from 10 – noon
• Overeaters Anonymous…….is food a problem for you?  Are you suffering from anorexia, bulimia, obesity, and, or compulsive overeating>.  Meetings held weekly on Wednesdays from 5-6 pm at the United Methodist Church in Shenandoah (200 Church Street).  For more information contact Sara at 712-215-1500.

The Elliott Food Pantry is open on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 6-8.  The pantry is located at 305 1st Street at the SW door of the former elementary building.  For more information e-mail elliottfoodpantry@gmail.com

• Over Eaters Anonymous meets every Thursday at 5:30 pm at the 1st Methodist Church in Red Oak.
• BINGO every Thursday at the American Legion Post #88 in Shenandoah (603 Lowell Street) from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

  The Shenandoah Eagles Club (709 West Thomas) serves dinner starting at 6:00 p.m., Steak dinner $15.00, 1 pc fish dinner $10.00, 2 pc. fish dinner $15.00

• Alcohlic Anonymous meetings, every Saturday morning, 10 am to 11 am at the First United Methodist Church in Clarinda, Room 108.  Questions, call 712-589-3531.  24 hour hotline, 402-553-5033

*  The Shenandoah Eagles Club (709 West Thomas) will have Bingo in January, Early Bird Bingo starts at 2:00 p.m., Regular Bingo starts at 3:00 p.m.

Dementia Caregivers Support Group, meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 719 Benton in Corning at 5:00 pm, no registration required, no fee required, Open to anyone who is now, or ever been a caregiver for someone with dementia.

NOW THROUGH OCOBER 24

3rd Annual Community Cares Drive to benefit Christ Cupboard Food Pantry and Local Schools. Requested items:  Children’s Winter coats (New or Gently Used).  The MS/ HS has requested sweatshirts as well.  Cereal, and Toilet Paper. Donation boxes are located in Red Oak at the Montgomery County Family YMCA, The Red Oak Public Library, Community relations Department at MCMH.  Questions? call Deb at 721-789-0354. A Thrivent Community Action Project.

Alcoholics Anonymous local Red Oak meetings.  Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 7 pm at Bethlehem Luteran Church at 1101 Summit in Red Oak.  Friday and Sunday at 5:30 at Bethlehem Lutheran.  The AA hotline is always open at 402-556-1880.

September 25

Bingo at the YMCA in Red Oak, 5-7 pm

September 27

Saturday, September 27th from 11:30am-12:30pm  celebrate the opening of the Villisca StoryWalk at the Harris Harmony Walking Trail (just south of the Enarson Elementary Playground). In addition to the first children’s story, there will be activities, giveaways, and free treats including snow cones! Details will be updated on the Villisca Community Betterment Association’s Facebook page, and on the event page linked here; Opening of Villisca StoryWalk

NOW THROUGH OCOBER 24

3rd Annual Community Cares Drive to benefit Christ Cupboard Food Pantry and Local Schools. Requested items:  Children’s Winter coats (New or Gently Used).  The MS/ HS has requested sweatshirts as well.  Cereal, and Toilet Paper. Donation boxes are located in Red Oak at the Montgomery County Family YMCA, The Red Oak Public Library, Community relations Department at MCMH.  Questions? call Deb at 721-789-0354. A Thrivent Community Action Project.

Alcoholics Anonymous local Red Oak meetings.  Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 7 pm at Bethlehem Luteran Church at 1101 Summit in Red Oak.  Friday and Sunday at 5:30 at Bethlehem Lutheran.  The AA hotline is always open at 402-556-1880.

Saturday October 4

Red Oak Citywide Clean Up Drop Off event, 8 – 3 at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds.  Red Oak Residents and Property Owners Only, proof required.  Questions or need to schedule a pick up call City Hall at 623-6510

Stanton Cribbage Tournament, 11 am, FMTC Tech Center on Main Street.  For more information call Paul Vanderholm at 712-370-1301

Tuesday October 7

Red Cross Blood Drive Shenandoah High School.  8:30 am – 2:30 pm, Make an appointment to give blood by visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-Red-Cross or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App

Wednesday October 8

Restored Burlington Northern Depot & WWII Memorial Museum Harvest Drive Up Hamm Ball Dinner, starts at 5 pm, while supply lasts. Call Jolene Crawford for orders of 6 meals or more or with questions, 621-9099

Ghouls Night Sip and Stroll at many Red Oak retail locations. 4 – 7 pm, visit www.redoakiowa.com for more information

Thursday October 9

Dementia Caregivers Support Group, meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 719 Benton in Corning at 5:00 pm, no registration required, no fee required, Open to anyone who is now, or ever been a caregiver for someone with dementia.

Red Oak Rotary Club Chili Cookoff, Red Oak Jr. Sr. High School, 5 – 7 pm

Stanton / Red Oak Dance Team Food Pantry Drive, at the Red Oak Home Volleyball Game tonight.  Items the food pantry is needing:  cereal, toilet paper, canned food, ramen noodles, peanut butter, any non-perishable items.

Friday October 10

Stanton / Red Oak Dance Team Food Pantry Drive, at the Red Oak Home Football Game tonight.  Items the food pantry is needing:  cereal, toilet paper, canned food, ramen noodles, peanut butter, any non-perishable items.

Saturday October 11

Viking Lake Halloween Spooktacular, chili cookoff and dessert auction from 11 am – 12:30, trick or treating from 4:30 to 6:30.  Campground will be closed to all vehicles at 3:30.

Sunday October 12

Faith Community Church 2701 North 8th street in Red Oak, FALL FEST. Worship Service at 10:30 am, 12:00 pm Lunch, 1:00 pm, Games and More.

Wednesday October 15

Red Oak FFA Farmer Appreciation Meal, 11:30 am, while supply lasts @ the New Cooperative Scale in Red Oak.  They will also have a field delivery option, contact the High School for more information for that option.  Serving hamburgers, chips, desserts and drink.

Stanton Public Library Ladies Night Out with Iowa Author Angela Youngers, 6 pm

Join the Corning Public Library on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, for an
enchanting evening of giving, glowing, and gathering in support of the Corning Public Library! Bid on treasures, enjoy refreshments, and be part of lighting the way for our community and future readers. Corning Community Center, (601 6 Street) 4:30-6:30, Meal & Silent Auction, Help us replace aging electrical
wiring and lighting in our beloved library

Friday October 17

Stanton / Red Oak Dance Team Food Pantry Drive, at the Stanton Home Football Game tonight.  Items the food pantry is needing:  cereal, toilet paper, canned food, ramen noodles, peanut butter, any non-perishable items.

Wednesday October 22

Red Oak Grand Theater Drive By Chicken and Noodle Meal Fundraiser. 4:30 – 6 or while supplies last – free will donation.

Thursday October 23

Red Cross Blood Drive New Life Assembly of God Church in Clarinda.  9 am – 3 pm, Make an appointment to give blood by visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-Red-Cross or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App

Friday October 24

Red Cross Blood Drive MCMH 2301 Eastern Ave in Red Oak.  11 am – 5 pm, Make an appointment to give blood by visiting redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800-Red-Cross or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App

Saturday October 25

Red Oak Altrusa Club Fall Wine Tasting Party, 5-8 at the Five One 8 in Red Oak.  Tickets are $30.00 pp and are available at the Red Oak Do It Center, Red Oak Chamber & Industry Association Office and Venmo to @Jennifer-Bruce-43

Sunday October 26

16th Annual YMCA Mystery Drop, festivities start at 12:30, drop at 1.  You could win $5,000.  Tickets are 100, 2 tickets for 175, 3 tickets for 225 and are available from the Y in Red Oak, call 623-2161 with questions.

Fall Vendor and Craft Market at the Lakin Center at the Mills County Fairgrounds in Malvern.  10 am – 3 pm, Shop, Food, Drink and Family Fun!

Dementia Caregivers Support Group, meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 719 Benton in Corning at 5:00 pm, no registration required, no fee required, Open to anyone who is now, or ever been a caregiver for someone with dementia.

November 4

Prescott United Church Election Day Dinner, 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., MENU HOT ROAST BEEF OR TURKEY SANDWICH, MASHED POTATOES, BEEF OR TURKEY GRAVY, GREEN BEANS OR CORN, ASSORTED SALADS, PIE & DESSERTS, DRINK to go meals available by calling 515-669-5375 OR 641-202-4222.  Price: Adults: $12.00 / Age: 5-12: $10.00 / Under 5 free!

November 8

Stanton Marketplace Off Main, 10 am – 2 pm, Stanton Old Lumber Yard Event Center 227 Thorn street.  For More information contact Stacy Kutzli 712-829-7350 or stantonoly@myfmtc.com

November 9

Salute to Services at the Mills County Freedom Rock, Evans Park in Emerson.  Food Truck starts at 11, program at 1.  Guest Speaker is Major General (Ret.) Chris Hughes, and special guest Ray “Bubba” Sorenson.  Please bring lawn chairs, everyone is welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous local Red Oak meetings.  Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 7 pm at Bethlehem Luteran Church at 1101 Summit in Red Oak.  Friday and Sunday at 5:30 at Bethlehem Lutheran.  The AA hotline is always open at 402-556-1880.

Dementia Caregivers Support Group, meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 719 Benton in Corning at 5:00 pm, no registration required, no fee required, Open to anyone who is now, or ever been a caregiver for someone with dementia.