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On-going events in our area
- Red Oak Kiwanis Club meets every Monday at noon at the Pizza Ranch in Red Oak. Guests always welcome.
- 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
- Southwest Iowa Caregiver Support Group meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6pm at Westridge Quality Care in Clarinda. Call 712-542-5161 with questions.
- Red Oak Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at noon to 1pm for lunch and program at the Red Coach in Red Oak. Guests always welcome.
- AL-ANON, 12 step program, Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. at Faith Community Church in Red Oak.
- The Shenandoah Eagles Club ( 709 West Thomas) is serving $5.00 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
- Alzheimer’s Family Support Group meetings the last Wednesday of every month at 2:00 pm at the Good Samaritan Society in Red Oak (201 Alix Avenue). 712-623-3170 or 712-826-9592 for more information.
- CHRIST’S CUPBOARD COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY is now open for service…..Open Wednesdays 3pm – 5pm and Thursdays 4pm – 6pm.
- 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.
- Over Eaters Anonymous meets every Thursday at 5:30 pm at the 1st Methodist Church in Red Oak.
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.
Current events in our area
January 15
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Glenwood High School 6:30 am to 1:00 pm.
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Westminster Presbyterian Church (322 N. 16th) in Clarinda from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
January 16
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Essex High School 8am to 2pm.
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the American Legion Hall (301 Main) in Bedford from 11am to 5pm.
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Villisca Community Center from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm.
January 17
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Clarinda Academy from 8am to 2pm.
January 18
Red Oak Public Library Story – Time at 10:15 am. Theme: Hugs
January 19
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Montgomery County Family YMCA in Red Oak from 10am to 4pm.
- Southwest Iowa Indivisible Group announces a Women’s March starting at 10:00 am in Legion Park in Red Oak. The walk will take place rain or shine. For more information or to register for this event go to www.womensmarch.com/2019/
- Red Oak Public Library “Reading Heros” Story-time. Area Heros (firefighters, police, soldiers, and more) will be reading stories. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 712-623-6516.
- All-You-Can-Eat Fish and Chicken at the Emerson American Legion 5-7 pm. Adults $9. Children $5.
- Wilson performing Arts Center presents “The British Invasion” with Billy McGuigan. Tickets are $25. Call 712-623-3183.
PONY EXPRESS DANCE…at the Oakland Community Building in Oakland from 8:00 pm to Midnight. Coal Mule will be playing your favorite country music. There will be raffles and auction items. All proceeds go to Camp Sunnyside in Ankeny.
January 20
- BINGO at the Shenandoah Eagles. Early bird games begin at 2:30 pm and regular bingo at 3:00 pm.
January 25
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the AHSTW High School in Avoca from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Red Oak Public Library Story-Time at 10:15 am. Theme: Snow
January 27
BINGO at the Shenandoah Eagles. Early bird games at 2:30 pm. Regular bingo at 3:00 pm.
January 28
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Red Oak from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm..
January 30
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Malvern Library 10am to 4pm
January 31
American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Lewis Community Center 12:00 noon to 5:30 pm.
- First in a series of four Sesquicentennial Historical Lectures at the Malvern Public Library. Admission is $3. This lecture is “CUTLER’S CAMP” by speakers Mike and Lisa Formhals. ….about the Mormon winter camp established in 1846 a few miles north of Malvern. Call 712-624-8554 for more information.
February 1
February 2
- Guerra Taco-Dinner FUNDRAISER for BRENDA BLACK who is battling Triple Negative Breast Cancer. The meal will be from 5-7 pm at the First United Methodist Church (600 E. Hammond St.). HOMEMADE tortillas, and HOMEMADE salsa…….Free will donation.
- 9th Annual DADDY/DAUGHTER DANCE….at the White Fair Building in Red Oak 6:30 to 8:30 pm sponsored by the Red Oak Rotary Clubs. Tickets must be purchased in advance by January 25th and are available at the Wilson Performing Arts Center or contact Kara Sherman at 712-623-3135. $15/couple. $7 for each additional daughter. Dancing, Crafts, Snacks.
February 3
- BINGO at the Shenandoah Eagles. Early Bird games at 2:30 pm. Regular Bingo at 3:00 pm.
February 4
- DASH 4 CASH at the Red Oak Middle School Gym during the half-time of the Red Oak/Southwest Valley basketball games. Girls game at 6:00 pm and Boys game at 7:30 pm. FREE event for anyone who attends the game. You could win $100. Contest presented by Red Oak Rotary Club and KCSI/KOAK Radio.
February 10
- BINGO at the Shenandoah Eagles. Early Bird games at 2:30 pm. Regular Bingo at 3:00 pm.
- FREE SHOWING of “Like Arrows” at the Viking Center in Stanton at 3:30 pm. Free childcare. Free Supper. Everyone welcome. For more information call 712-621-2117.
February 17
CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Tournament for Middle School/High School at the Red Oak Middle School Gym. Co-Ed teams with at least 3 girls on the team. 12:00 pm START. 2 Divisions – Middle School and High School. $10 entry fee per player. $3 admission for spectators. $10 family pass for spectators. Concessions available. Mail registration and money to Kathy Walker, 1112 Boundary St., Red Oak, IA 51566. To register by phone call Kathy Walker at 712-621-4076 and pay day of tournament. Registration deadline 2/8/19.
- BINGO at the Shenandoah Eagles. Early Bird games at 2:30 pm. Regular Bingo at 3:00 pm.
February 24
- BINGO at the Shenandoah Eagles. Early Bird games at 2:30 pm. Regular Bingo at 3:00 pm.
March 3
- BINGO at the Shenandoah Eagles. Early Bird at 2:30 pm. Regular bingo at 3:00 pm.
May 18
Immunization Clinic at the Mills County Public Health office in Glenwood from 8:30 to 11:00 am.
* The Mills Masquers present “Mobile Home Sweet Home” at the Barton-Rowe Theatre near Glenwood at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be reserved by calling the theatre at 712-527-3600 or go onlne at millsmasquers.org. Tickets are available at Glenwood State Bank. $10 for adults, $9 for students and seniors, $6 for children 12 and under. Special rate for groups of 10 or more.
May 19
* Immunization Clinic at the Mills County Public Health office in Glenwood from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. (This clinic has been moved to Friday 5-18 from 8:30 to 11:00 am)
* The Mills Masquers present “Mobile Home Sweet Home” at the Barton-Rowe Theatre near Glenwood at 7:30 pm. Tickets can be reserved by calling the theatre at 712-527-3600 or go online at millsmasquers.org. Tickets are available at Glenwood State Bank. $10 for adults, $9 for students and seniors, $6 for children 12 and under. Special rate for groups of 10 or more.
May 21
* American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church (1101 East Summit) in Red Oak from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm.
May 22
* Regular Meeting of the Essex Community Club at 7pm at the Essex Community Room. All are welcome. Updates and information will be given on Labor Day 2018, the current phase of the sidewalk project, volunteer opportunities, recent activities and events, and upcoming events.
May 23
* American Red Cross Blood DRive at the Villisca Community Center from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm.
May 24
* Clarinda Community Pre-school “End of School Event” from 4-7 pm at the school (210 North 17th) Hot Dogs, Sonrisers popcorn, Games, Bounce House and Silent auction. Fun for all ages.
* Montgomery County Public Health Immunization Clinic from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
May 25
* American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Essex High School from 8am to 2pm.
May 26
* Lake Icaria 5K Trail Run or 2Mile Fun Run/Walk 7:30 – 8:15 am registration @ Bobbers Down Marina…..8:30 am start time. Youth Fishing Clinic/Contest – Registration @ Bobbers Down Marina at 10am….Clinic/Contest 10:30 to 11:30 am. Lunch at noon for participants.
* American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Loess Hills Harley-Davidson, Inc from 10am to 4pm.
* Lewis Alumni/Community Banuqet at the Lewis Community Center at 6:00 pm. Tickets are $10. Call Emily Jobe at 712-769-2285 for reservations.
May 27
* The 138th MEMORIAL DAY Service and annual meeting of the Association will be held at the Walnut Cemetery in West Township at 3:00 pm. Bring lawn chairs, rain or shine, to the tent. Due to road repair visitors are encouraged to enter from Oman or Paddock on the Mills Count side or 250th Street from the Montgomery County side.
May 28
* MEMORIAL DAY service at the Gomer Cemetery at 10:00 am. The Gomer Cemetery is located 1 miles east of Wales. There will be a guest speaker.
* Griswold Memorial Day Service 10:30 at the Griswold Cemetery. Guest speaker will be Brigadier General Linda Hemminger. There will be a free-will donation lunch following the service at the Griswold Community Building. In case of inclement weather, the service will be held at the Griswold Community Building.
* The Grand Community Preservationists will host a service at the Grant Cemetery at 11am to honor lost veterans. Following the service the Annual Memorial Day Dinner will be held at the Grant United Methodist Church from 11:30 am to 1pm for a free will offering. Menu: Sloppy joe or ham sandwich, baked beans, assorted salads, pies, desserts, coffee, tea, or lemonade. Then from 2-6 pm enjoy country-bluegrass music performed by Jim & Kathy Wymore and special guests at the Grant Park. Admission is $7 (helps support maintenance of the park stage) A concession stand will be open with hot dogs, polish sausage, soda, coffee, iced tea, and desserts.
* Memorial Day Community Picnic in Red Oak at the Red Coach Courtyard following the Court of Honor Memorial Day Service. Free Food. Live Music. Fun and games for the whole family.
June 29
* American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Grape Community Hospital in Hamburg from 8am to 2pm.
June 30
Joshua LeRette BAKE SALE 8:00 am at Fareway Food Store in Red Oak. All proceeds go to the local food pantry.
* Villisca Lions 2018 Annual DISC GOLF TOURNEY at 219 Central Avenue – Villisca.. 9:30 am registration. 10:00 Tee Time. $5 registration Fee. $50 for 1st place. For additional information contact John at 712-789-2298 or Lee at 712-789-1419.
* French Icarian Bastille Day Dinner at the French Icarian Village (East of Corning on Highway 34, North on Notchwood Road, west 1/2 mile) Cocktails at 5:30 pm. Supper at 6:30 pm. $40 per person or $75 per couple. Menu: Appetizers, Wine, Kady’s Prime Rib, Baked Chicken, Baked Potatoes, Salads, Roll, & Dessert. To reserve your tickets call: Teresa Parmenter at 515-321-9743 or Cathy Riley at 641-990-0108
August 1
Kick off the School Year: Shoe Drive!!
Jones Mechanical is hosting a shoe drive now through August 17th. We are collecting children’s shoes in all shapes and …sizes in either gently used or new condition. All shoes will be donated to LOCAL KIDS in our community!!
DROP OFF LOCATIONS INCLUDE: Jones Mechanical, The Rainbow Cafe, The Pudgy Pumpkin Patch, Butik, Mark Jackson’s Hardware Hank, Fareway and the YMCA. Donate today!!!!!
August 4
* 9th Annual Cruisin’ Shenandoah. Show and Shine 6 – 8 pm. Registration starts at 4:30 pm. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry to cover registration. The event will be held in the Shenandoah Public Library Parking Lot. For more information contact Carrie at 712-246-2315.
Kick off the School Year: Shoe Drive!!
Jones Mechanical is hosting a shoe drive now through August 17th. We are collecting children’s shoes in all shapes and …sizes in either gently used or new condition. All shoes will be donated to LOCAL KIDS in our community!!
DROP OFF LOCATIONS INCLUDE: Jones Mechanical, The Rainbow Cafe, The Pudgy Pumpkin Patch, Butik, Mark Jackson’s Hardware Hank, Fareway and the YMCA. Donate today!!!!!
August 19
* Friends of the Hitchcock House present David Connon with a program entitled “Iowans who fought against the Union” from 2-4 pm at the Hitchcock House in Lewis. The Hitchcock House is open for tours beginning at 1pm Tuesdays through Sundays through Sept 30th. The tour is $5 for 9th grade and up, 8th grade and under Free. Last tour begins at 4:15 pm. Call 712-769-2323.
August 1
Kick off the School Year: Shoe Drive!!
Jones Mechanical is hosting a shoe drive now through August 17th. We are collecting children’s shoes in all shapes and …sizes in either gently used or new condition. All shoes will be donated to LOCAL KIDS in our community!!
DROP OFF LOCATIONS INCLUDE: Jones Mechanical, The Rainbow Cafe, The Pudgy Pumpkin Patch, Butik, Mark Jackson’s Hardware Hank, Fareway and the YMCA. Donate today!!!!!
August 4
* 9th Annual Cruisin’ Shenandoah. Show and Shine 6 – 8 pm. Registration starts at 4:30 pm. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry to cover registration. The event will be held in the Shenandoah Public Library Parking Lot. For more information contact Carrie at 712-246-2315.
Kick off the School Year: Shoe Drive!!
Jones Mechanical is hosting a shoe drive now through August 17th. We are collecting children’s shoes in all shapes and …sizes in either gently used or new condition. All shoes will be donated to LOCAL KIDS in our community!!
DROP OFF LOCATIONS INCLUDE: Jones Mechanical, The Rainbow Cafe, The Pudgy Pumpkin Patch, Butik, Mark Jackson’s Hardware Hank, Fareway and the YMCA. Donate today!!!!!
August 19
* Friends of the Hitchcock House present David Connon with a program entitled “Iowans who fought against the Union” from 2-4 pm at the Hitchcock House in Lewis. The Hitchcock House is open for tours beginning at 1pm Tuesdays through Sundays through Sept 30th. The tour is $5 for 9th grade and up, 8th grade and under Free. Last tour begins at 4:15 pm. Call 712-769-2323.
SOCKTOBER….
The Red Oak Middle School invites everyone to donate new socks which will be given to area nursing homes, West Central and food pantries. Take your donation to the Red Oak Middle School. Donations will be accepted through October.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED….
Iowa State’s College of Engineering is seeking volunteers for the annual Iowa First Lego League Regional Qualifier on November 10 which will be held in VILLISCA. To learn more about the program and about volunteering go to www.isek.iastate.edu/fll/volunteers/ or email fllvolunteer@iastate.edu