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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
April 5
Essex Child Center annual spaghetti dinner, 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Free Will Donation, at the Essex School Cafeteria. Proceeds will go towards their summer program.
VOLUNTEER…
The City of Red Oak is seeking an individual who is willing to volunteer to serve on the Library Board. Applications are available at Red Oak City Hall or on the city’s website of www.redoakiowa.com This term is to fill a vacancy that will end June 30, 2024. This Board typically meets at 6:00 pm on the 2nd Monday of each month at the Red Oak Public Library. Completed applications are to be returned to the Red Oak City Hall by February 13, 2019. This individual must be a resident of the City of Red Oak.
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February 27
- Montgomery County will host a Seed Treatment Continuing Instruction Course for commercial pesticide applicators today at the Extension & Outreach Office (400 Bridge Street, Suite 2) in Red Oak. Registration begins at 8:30 am and the course runs from 9 to 11am. Registration fee is $35 on or before Feb 20 and $45 after Feb 20. To register or get more information contact Katie Hart at 712-623-2592.
- Treynor Babysitting Clinic for 5th, 6th, & 7th grade students from the Treynor School District and home schools will be held at the Treynor Elementary Lunchroom from 1:15 to 5:00 pm. Clinic is totally free. The parental registration form is at the Treynor Elementary and Middle school offices or Treynor Post Office. Those who complete the class receive a certificate of completion and a Babysitting Backpack to use when babysitting.
- Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Red Oak will have church services today at 1:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome.
February 28
- OPEN HOUSE for the STATE Champion Red Oak Tiger Boys Bowling Team at the Montgomery County Family YMCA from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Refreshments will be served. Come visit with the team and coaches and see the State Championship Trophy and Banner.
March 22
- Red Oak Public Library Story Time at 10:15 am – Theme -Flowers
- Southwest Iowa BEEKEEPERS MEETING at 7:00 pm at Weitzel’s Restaurant & Bar 1904 E. 7th St. (intersection of Highway 83 or White Pole Road & Highway 71) in Atlantic. Dutch treat meal to include choice of chicken, fish, or steak. Program will be Swarms: Preventing & Capturing, & Spring Management. RSVP and for more information contact Donna or Mike at 712-778-4256 or mbrahms@netins.net
March 23
- BENEFIT for FLOOD RELIEF…The Glenwood Fire & Rescue Benefit for Flood Relief will be from 5-8 pm at the Glenwood Fire Station. A hamburger/hot dog and chips cook out will be held…….for a FREE WILL DONATION. All proceeds will go to Flood Relief.
March 24
- American Red Cross Blood drive, Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Red Oak, 11:30 – 5:30
- HIGH ROAD and EMILY ANN ROBERTS in Concert in Clarinda The spring Cowboy Church Homecoming concert will be at 6:30 pm at Wibholm Hall in Clarinda. Special guests joining the Cowboy Church Band are Sarah Davison and High Road from Nashville, TN, and Emily Ann Roberts from NBC’s “The Voice” Admission is free will and the concert will end at approximately 8:15 pm. Come as you are. Everyone welcome.
- SOUP SUPPER at the St. John’s United Church of Christ from 5-7 pm sponsored by the UCC Youth Group. They will be serving chili, vegetable beef, & potato soup…along with bread, desserts, and a drink for a free will offering. The church is located 1 mile south of Lyman.
March 25
- American Red Cross Blood drive, Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Red Oak, 11:30 – 5:30
March 29
- Red Oak Public Library Story Time at 10:15 am. Theme – Fish
March 30
- Essex Fire Department Annual appreciation dinner, 5-8, at the Fire Station 410 Iowa Ave. in Essex. Freewill donation at the door. Serving fish, chicken, fries, coleslaw, beans and drinks. Donation go towards replacing outdated jaws of life.
- 5K FUN RUN….Theme: Tutus & Tennis Shoes…Check in at 6:20 am. Race starts at 7:00 am sponsored by Stanton Dance Team. $25 per person/$12 for students. Venmo payment options available @Jana-Mccunn. Register at jmccunn@stantonschools.com Register by March 22 and receive a free t-shirt.
April 6
- Spiritual Nourishment For This Roller Coaster Life – Mamrelund Lutheran – Saturday, April 6
- Montgomery County Legislative Briefing – 10 AM, Inman Primary Media enter
April 13
Red Oak Cub Scout Pack 80 and the Red Oak Elks Lodge Pinewood Derby Race, 4 pm. Registration fee is $15.00, you do not have to be a scout to participate, all ages are welcome. For more information call 623-9343 or 402-689-7270. You can pick up information at Dickel Duit or the Red Oak Elks
April 19
- 7th Annual Good Friday Breakfast, 6:30 – 7:45, YMCA Multi-Purpose Room. Pastor Jason Latta will be the featured speaker. Contact the YMCA for more information, 623-2161
April 20
- Clarinda Chamber of Commerce / Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt. Page County Courthouse Lawn, 10:30 am,
April 21
- The Montgomery County Family YMCA in Red Oak will be closed for Easter.
April 6
- Spiritual Nourishment For This Roller Coaster Life – Mamrelund Lutheran – Saturday, April 6
- Montgomery County Legislative Briefing – 10 AM, Inman Primary Media enter
April 20
- Clarinda Chamber of Commerce / Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt. Page County Courthouse Lawn, 10:30 am,
May 4
Houghton State Bank, Tiger Invitation Gold Classic. Reserve your team by calling Juan Batula at 641-781-1811
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