Archive for August, 2011

Last Extension Field Day For The Year Coming Up

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

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The ISU Extension is hosting its farm field day next month for those who wish to see research projects in progress.  

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New High School Walkthrough Tonight

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

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The Washington School District is having a walkthrough of the new high school building tonight.  

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Corn and Beans Progressing as Harvest Time Moves Closer

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Recent dry weather has area farmers concerned about their timing of this year’s harvest, but a report by the Iowa Department of Agriculture still suggests progress.  

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Kalona Celebrating New Downtown Area

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

The city of Kalona’s Downtown Revitalization Project has been officially completed, and the grand opening of the downtown area takes place this Saturday.  

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Election Registration Deadline Approaching

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

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The Washington Community School District is holding an election on September 13th and Washington County Auditor Bill Fredrick is passing along information about registration.  

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SHARE Iowa Orders Due

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: SHARE Iowa Orders Due
Description: Share Iowa is accepting September orders from Saturday until Friday, September 9th online at shareiowa.org or by ordering at Central Park Community Center from Max Cousins. For more information, call 319-653-7906.
Start Date: 2011-08-27
End Date: 2011-09-09

Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: Planned Parenthood Annual Book Sale
Description: Washington County Planned Parenthood is accepted donations of used books for their annual book sale. You can drop off donations at the Planned Parenthood clinic or also in the collection box inside the corner lobby of U.S. Bank. The book sale is Wednesday, September 28th through Friday, September 30th in the 4-H Building at the Washington County Fairgrounds. For more information, call 319-653-6933.
Start Date: 2011-09-28
End Date: 2011-09-30

Washington DrumJam

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: Washington DrumJam
Description: Main Street Washington and the Dancing Drum are sponsored the Washington DrumJam Saturday in Washington’s Central Park. You’re invited to drum, shake, and play in this exciting interactive drumming event under the Central Park Band Shell from 6:00 to 8:00. For more information call Main Street Washington at 319-653-3918.
Date: 2011-08-27

City of Sigourney Open House

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: City of Sigourney Open House
Description: The city of Sigourney is hosting an open house celebrating its new location, 100 N. Main St., on Friday, September 2nd from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Residents are encouraged to attend and see the new city offices.
Date: 2011-09-02

United Presbyterian Church Drive-In

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: United Presbyterian Church Drive-In
Description: United Presbyterian Church’s youth group Crew 79 is having its 7th annual Drive-In on the church parking lot Sunday, September 25th. The youth group will be grilling up hot dogs and burgers with all the trimmings for only $5 each or $20 for a family. They’ll serve from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call United Presbyterian Church at 319-653-6588.
Date: 2011-09-25

United Presbyterian Church Picnic

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: United Presbyterian Church Picnic
Description: The United Presbyterian Church worship and church picnic is Sunday at the Lake Darling Lodge beginning at 10:30 a.m. Just bring a dish to share for the meal – meat and drinks are provided. Other activities and games will be held in the afternoon. For more information, call United Presbyterian Church at 319-653-6588.
Date: 2011-08-28

Old Threshers’ Reunion

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: Old Threshers\’ Reunion
Description: The 2011 Old Threshers’ Reunion will be Thursday, September 1st through Monday, September 5th at the reunion grounds in Mt. Pleasant. One-day admission is $12 or multi-day admission costs $20. Thursday is also Veterans’ Day at the Reunion, as all veterans will receive 50% off their one day wristband. For more information, call 319-385-8937.
Start Date: 2011-09-01
End Date: 2011-09-05

Holy Trinity Parish Picnic

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: Holy Trinity Parish Picnic
Description: Holy Trinity Parish of Keota is having its parish picnic Sunday at the Parish Hall after 5:00 p.m. Mass. There will not be a 6:00 p.m. Mass Saturday or 8:00 a.m. Mass Sunday. The parish also invites you on tours of the church to see plans for upcoming renovations. For more information, call Holy Trinity Parish at 641-636-3883.
Date: 2011-08-28

Kalona Downtown Revitalization Project Grand Opening

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: Kalona Downtown Revitalization Project Grand Opening
Description: The city of Kalona invites you to a celebration of the completion of its Downtown Revitalization Project Saturday in Kalona. There will be live music, a family bike ride, a fun run, food vendors, and more. The festivities begin at 3:00 p.m. with the ribbon cutting at 6:00. For more information, call Kalona City Hall at 319-656-2310.
Date: 2011-08-27

Kalona Gospel Sing

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: Kalona Gospel Sing
Description: The 18th annual Kalona Gospel Sing takes place Friday and Saturday at the Windmill Ridge Campground. Friday’s events go from 3:00 to 9:00 and Saturday’s events are from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a grilled turkey supper both nights at 5:00. There is no admission, but a free will offering will be accepted. For more information, call James Yoder at 319-936-7763.
Start Date: 2011-08-26
End Date: 2011-08-27

St. James Catholic Church Fall Festival

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: St. James Catholic Church Fall Festival
Description: St. James Catholic Church will have a fall festival Sunday, September 11th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner will be served from 11:00 to 1:00 at the KC Hall, and pickup and takeout is also available. The festival will feature a country store, youth games, and an auction at noon. For more information, call St. James at 319-653-4504.
Date: 2011-09-11

St. Joseph’s Congregate Meal

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: St. Joseph\’s Congregate Meal
Description: St. Joseph’s Church in East Pleasant Plain is hosting a congregate meal Thursday with meat loaf, twice baked potatoes, salad bar, and more. Bingo will be played after the meal. Reservations are appreciated. For more information, contact Caryl Smith at 319-694-2242 by Wednesday, August 24.
Date: 2011-08-25

Washington New Hours/Close

Posted: Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011 at

Title: Washington New Hours/Close
Description: The Washington Steele Family Aquatic Center will have new hours this week. The pool will be open from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. The pool closes for the season Sunday.
Start Date: 2011-08-22
End Date: 2011-08-28

Dean Swartzendruber

Posted: Monday, August 22nd, 2011 at

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Funeral services for 84 year old Dean Swartzendruber of Kalona will be held at 1:30 Friday at the Lower Deer Creek Mennonite Church in Kalona.  

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Give Away-House paint

Posted: Monday, August 22nd, 2011 at

Give Away
House paint, 8 gallons yellow
319-653-3494

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