| Date | Event |
| 1/1/2026 | Thursday, January 1, 2026, 7 - 2 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Come celebrate the new year at Milk & Honey. Mimosa flights and brunch specials. Take outs available. Call 712-235-6455 or email milkandhoneyiowa@gmail.com. more info... |
| 1/2/2026 | Friday, January 2, 7 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Perform a song, story or poem. Email milkandhoneyiowa@gmail.com to register. This is a free event. Bar & Kitchen open at 5 pm. All ages welcome. more info... |
| 1/3/2026 | Saturday, January 3, 6 - 9 pm. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. more info... |
| 1/5/2026 | Monday, January 5, 3:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Showing: "Under the Boardwalk". The library staff will be serving free popcorn. more info... |
| 1/6/2026 | Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings in January, 5 - 5:45 pm at the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
| 1/8/2026 | Thursday, January 8, 5 - 7 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Pop in to grab your 2026 Great Reading Challenge materials and chat with fellow readers! more info... |
| 1/9/2026 | Friday, January 9, 6 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Join Deborah King for paint & sip- ticket includes a free drink. Painting design will be released soon! Tickets more info... |
| 1/9/2026 | We’re kicking off exciting news at Myrtue Medical Center! We are thrilled to invite our community to an Open House at the Harlan Clinic as we celebrate the completion of our new expansion and renovation! Open House for all community members on Friday, January 9, 2026 from 12-1:30. Come see the new space- same entrance as the existing Harlan Clinic- 1220 Chatburn Avenue, Harlan. Join us as we also welcome our new CEO, Kile Magner, and share in this exciting new chapter for our organization. more info... |
| 1/9/2026 | Friday, January 9, 5 - 7 pm. Harlan Community Elementary School Cafeteria, 2105 Durant Street, Harlan. The Elementary is turning into a Winter Wonderland. From festive games to seasonal treats, there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy at this FREE event and for K-5 students and their families. more info... |
| 1/10/2026 | Saturday Mornings in January, 8:15 - 9 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
| 1/10/2026 | Floral Elegance & 6th Street Emporium, 1018 6th Street, Harlan, is hosting a Color Event with color consultant Bobbie Jungers on Saturday, January 10, 10 - 1 pm. Cost is $50. Color consults by appointment only. more info... |
| 1/10/2026 | Teen Hangouts are held on the second Saturday January through May, 6 - 8 pm at the Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Teen Hangouts will involve food, fun, and games. Please plan to join us. more info... |
| 1/12/2026 | Monday, January 12, 1 - 4 pm. This program is a collaboration between the Elk Horn Public Library and the Museum of Danish America and will take place at the library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. This family-friendly activity encourages creativity, literacy, and imaginative play, making it a perfect experience for children and caregivers to enjoy together. more info... |
| 1/13/2026 | Tuesday, January 13, 11:30 - 5 pm. Elk Horn Lutheran Church, 4313 Main Street, Elk Horn. To schedule an appointment, please contact Cindy at 712-249-4582. more info... |
| 1/13/2026 | Tuesday, December 13, 12 - 1 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. This book club is open to the public. The January book is Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murders. See the library staff to get the book. more info... |
| 1/13/2026 | Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings in January, 5 - 5:45 pm at the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
| 1/14/2026 | Wednesday, January 14, 5 pm. Hosted by the Harlan Community Library. This book club will take place at the Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. more info... |
| 1/14/2026 | Wednesday, January 14, 9 am. Kimballton Town Hall, 207 N Main Street, Kimballton, IA. Sponsored by the Elk Horn Public Library. more info... |
| 1/15/2026 | Every third Thursday of the month, September through April, 10 am - noon. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Join us to learn about our forest friends through books and hands-on learning. more info... |
| 1/15/2026 | Thursday, January 15, 6 - 7:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. This Adult Craft will be Planner Decorating. Bring your own planner and decorate it with the provided supplies: lots of stickers, washi tape, & colored pencils! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: https://harlan-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5605915 more info... |
| 1/16/2026 | Friday, January 16, 6 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Bar & kitchen open at 5 pm. more info... |
| 1/16/2026 | Dates: Friday, January 16, 6:30 pm; Saturday, January 17, 6:30 pm; and Sunday, January 18, 2 pm in the Harlan HS Auditorium, 2102 Durant Street, Harlan. Tickets: Adults $10, Students $5. Available online. more info... |
| 1/17/2026 | Dates: Friday, January 16, 6:30 pm; Saturday, January 17, 6:30 pm; and Sunday, January 18, 2 pm in the Harlan HS Auditorium, 2102 Durant Street, Harlan. Tickets: Adults $10, Students $5. Available online. more info... |
| 1/17/2026 | Saturday Mornings in January, 8:15 - 9 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
| 1/17/2026 | The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce & Industry is kicking off the Legislative Coffee Series for 2026. The January Legislative Coffee will be held on Saturday, January 17, 10 - 11 am in the Chamber's Atrium. more info... |
| 1/17/2026 | Satuday, January 17, 2 - 4 pm. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. more info... |
| 1/18/2026 | Dates: Friday, January 16, 6:30 pm; Saturday, January 17, 6:30 pm; and Sunday, January 18, 2 pm in the Harlan HS Auditorium, 2102 Durant Street, Harlan. Tickets: Adults $10, Students $5. Available online. more info... |
| 1/18/2026 | Sunday, January 18, 1 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Meet at 1pm- all are welcome. Seed swap at 2pm- bring any seeds you'd like to share or just come! more info... |
| 1/18/2026 | Sunday, January 18, 4 - 6:30 pm. Irwin Community Building, 404 Front Street, Irwin. Menu: Bread sticks, alfredo, spaghetti, mac & cheese, lettuce salad, and desserts. Free will donation. more info... |
| 1/19/2026 | Monday, January 19. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Brun Ko Farms with Emily Paulsen, 6 pm. A meal will be served at 5 pm. more info... |
| 1/19/2026 | Monday, January 19, 8 - 2 pm. Myrtue Medical Center Auble Room 1213 Garfield Avenue, Harlan. To schedule an appointment, please contact Ruth at 712-755-4316. Walk-ins welcome. more info... |
| 1/20/2026 | Tuesday, January 20, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Michele Mattingly will be speaking on the important topic of conservation, preservation, and education for the world’s tallest animal. more info... |
| 1/20/2026 | Tuesday, January 20, 11:30 - 5:30 pm. Veteran's Memorial Building, 1104 Morningview Drive, Harlan. Please contact Sue at 712-579-8012 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. more info... |
| 1/20/2026 | Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings in January, 5 - 5:45 pm at the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
| 1/21/2026 | Wednesday, January 21, 10 am. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Showing: The Grapes of Wrath. The library staff will be serving donuts and popcorn. more info... |
| 1/21/2026 | Wednesday, January 21, 9 am. Presented by Community 1st CU, hosted by Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. This is a free presentation. more info... |
| 1/21/2026 | Wednesday, January 21, 2 - 4 pm. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. more info... |
| 1/22/2026 | Thursday, December 22, 6:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Theme: Turtle Time more info... |
| 1/22/2026 | Thursday, January 22, 6:30 - 8 pm. This is a Elk Horn Public Library event that will be held at the Norse Horse, 4224 Main Street, Elk Horn. more info... |
| 1/23/2026 | Friday, January 23, Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Movie, 12:30 pm and book 2 pm "Hidden Figures", by Margo Lee Shetterly. more info... |
| 1/23/2026 | Friday, January 23, 7 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Reception and Author Q & A. Bar & Kitchen open at 5 pm. Books available for purchase in person or online. more info... |
| 1/24/2026 | Saturday Mornings in January, 8:15 - 9 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
| 1/24/2026 | Four dates: Saturday, January 24, Saturday, February 28, Saturday, March 28, and Saturday, April 25, 9 - 1 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Harlan. Make a journal from an old book using all sorts of recycled materials (provided by the library). This workshop is free. Bring a snack if you are able. Come and go as needed. more info... |
| 1/24/2026 | Saturday, January 24, 5 - 7 pm. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1700 19th Street, Harlan. Freewill donations accepted. All donations are put toward the Tanzania Scholarship Fund, which helps those who take part in Tanzania mission trips. Everyone is welcome! more info... |
| 1/25/2026 | Sunday, January 25, 10 - 2 pm. Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. Cost is $18.99 per person. Reservations are appreciated but not recommended. more info... |
| 1/27/2026 | Tuesday, January 27, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Enjoy a quiet space to read silently to yourself with whatever book you are currently reading. more info... |
| 1/27/2026 | Tuesday, January 27, 5 - 6 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Crafters and DIYers are invited to our dedicated makerspace called the Craft Lab on the last Tuesday of every month! You bring your ideas, projects, and supplies, and we'll supply the space. Chat with like-minded individuals while working on your creations. more info... |
| 1/27/2026 | Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings in January, 5 - 5:45 pm at the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
| 1/28/2026 | Marne Elk Horn Communications is inviting the public to a gathering with coffee, treats, and cyber safety. Three different dates, three different locations. Choose the most convenient location for you. Please RSVP. Approximately a two hour event. more info... |
| 1/28/2026 | Wednesday, Janaury 28, 7 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Kick back and relax with this easy going group. Each month we choose a new book to read. It can range from historical fiction, thriller or just warm and cozy. If you are interested in joining the club please contact the library for location details at info@harlanlibrary.org or 755-5934. more info... |
| 1/28/2026 | Wednesday, January 28, 9 am. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. more info... |
| 1/28/2026 | Wednesday, January 28, 10 -11 am. This is a Harlan Community Library event which will be held at Coffeegirl, 612 Market Street, Harlan. Come to Coffeegirl in Harlan to color and unwind for an hour. Coloring books and supplies will be provided. more info... |
| 1/29/2026 | Thursday, January 29, 5:30 pm. Join us for a murder mystery experience and buffet-style dinner at Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. It’s a collaborative storytelling game in which we’ll create and see how the murder mystery plays out as a group. Doors open at 5 pm, the event starts at 5:30 pm, and the meal will be served at 6 pm. Purchase tickets here: bit.ly/HCLMurderMysteryDinner2 more info... |
| 1/30/2026 | Friday, January 30, 7 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Come join us for trivia with the theme of Valentines. Bar & Kitchen open at 5pm. Sign your team up for $5, one ticket needed per team of 2-4 people. more info... |
| 1/30/2026 | Friday, January 30, 5:30 - 6:30 pm. This is a Harlan Community Library event that will be held at Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. more info... |
| 1/31/2026 | Saturday, January 31, 11, am. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Join us for a special live conversation with jazz historian and broadcaster Henrik Wolsgaard-Iversen exploring the American jazz musicians who made Copenhagen their home in the 1950s and ’60s—especially those drawn to the legendary Montmartre Jazz Club. Attend live via Zoom or join us at the museum for an in-person viewing experience.Free with registration. Please register by January 28, 2026.Come listen, learn, and experience the stories behind the sound. more info... |
| 1/31/2026 | Saturday Mornings in January, 8:15 - 9 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Classes are free; all you need is a library card. Sign up is not necessary; come when you are able. more info... |
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