| Date | Event |
| 6/1/2026 | Monday, June 1, starting at 6 am. Please use this dedicated time to remove all accepted trash / junk from your property. Curbside pickup of items will be grabbed by R&S Waste: call 800-730-3471 with any questions. Prohibited items that will NOT be accepted: Yard Waste, Batteries / Tires, Animal Refuse, Cement, Medical waste, Paint / Oil, Electronics more info... |
| 6/1/2026 -6/4/2026 | We're excited to announce our Annual Summer Picnic dates & locations. These picnics allow us to thank our current customers for their loyalty through the year AND connect with potential new ones! If you're in the area, stop by - we'd love to see you! more info... |
| 6/2/2026 | Tuesday, June 2, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Ron Rosmann, a Shelby County resident, will be talking about his book and the blueprint for sustainable farming. more info... |
| 6/2/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/2/2026 | Tuesday, June 2, 5:30 - 6:30 pm. This class will be held in the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce & Industry Conference Room, 1901 Hawkeye Avenue, Ste 101. For more information, please contact Bill at 402-709-2062. more info... |
| 6/3/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/3/2026 | Pick up your Summer Library Packet at the Summer Kickoff Event with Duke Otherwise at the North Park-5th & Main. 10am Performer & Hot Dog Picnic at 11am. Sponsored by: Harlan Community Library Foundation. more info... |
| 6/3/2026 | Wednesday, June 3, 2 - 5 pm. Myrtue Medical Center Auble Room, 1213 Garfield Avenue, Harlan. Snackes will be provided. Target Audience: Community members and key community stakeholders interested in improving the health of Shelby County for all residents. For more information or to register, please click here. more info... |
| 6/4/2026 | Thursday, June 4, 10 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Youth ages 10+ will create their own barn quilt pattern on a canvas and then paint it. The theme is America 250. All supplies are provided. Please dress in clothes that can get paint on them. Registration is required. Please call the library at (712) 782-3335. more info... |
| 6/4/2026 | Thursday, June 4, 5 pm. Ærø Arts, 4105 Union Street, Elk Horn, is hosting a ribbon cutting. Join us in celebrating this new business and welcoming Jody and Alissa LaCanne to Shelby County. more info... |
| 6/4/2026 | Thursday, June 4, & Thursday, August 5, 10 - 11 am. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Join Shelby County Conservation Board Naturalist, Christina Roelofs, for a guided walk through the Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park. This program is open to all ages! In collaboration with the Shelby County Conservation Board Freemore info... |
| 6/5/2026 -6/6/2026 | Friday, June 5, 8 - 5 pm and Saturday, June 6, 8 - 1 pm. Hansen House Senior Living, 703 Dye Street, Harlan. We are turning our "trash" into treasures all for a cause. Come support Hansen House Alzheimer's fundraiser. All proceeds go to our walk team called "Memory Keepers" on October 3rd at Pioneer Park. more info... |
| 6/5/2026 | Friday, June 5, 10 am. ARC Electric, 712 Market Street, Harlan, is hosting a ribbon cutting to celebrate their new location here in Harlan. Join us in welcoming Rees Christensen and his staff to Shelby County. more info... |
| 6/6/2026 | Saturday, June 6, 9 - 4 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. The Saga of the North. A Day in the Life of a True Norse Adventurer. Grades 4th-8th more info... |
| 6/6/2026 | Saturday, June 6, 9 - 11 am. The Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin, is hosting an open house/ribbon cutting to celebrate their 20th anniversary in their current building that was donated by the Lied family while also celebrating our country's 250th anniversary. more info... |
| 6/7/2026 | Sunday, June 7, 9 - 4 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Viking Camp: The Saga of the North. A Day in the Life of a True Norse Adventurer. Grades 4th-8th more info... |
| 6/7/2026 | Sunday, June 7, 10 - 3 pm. Pioneer Park, Harlan.Featuring over 20 artists displaying and selling their work. Kids activities, live music, food trucks. more info... |
| 6/7/2026 | Sunday, June 7, 10 - 3 pm. The Harlan Community Library staff will be at Pioneer Park. Make a Paper Towel Flower - Look for the Orange Canopy! more info... |
| 6/7/2026 | Sunday, June 7, 10 am. Shelby County Historical Museum, 1805 Morse Avenue, Harlan. Step back in time and celebrate summer the old-fashioned way at Log Cabin Day! Join the Shelby County Historical Museum for a day packed with:  Live music Hands-on history experiences and historic log cabins Food truck favorites Bouncy castle & yard games Mini golfmore info... |
| 6/9/2026 | Tuesday, June 9, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Clean out your cookbook cupboard and swap them for new ones! We will be expecting (up to 5) cookbooks per person June 2nd-6th. Join us on the 9th to get some new recipe ideas. more info... |
| 6/9/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/9/2026 | Tuesday, June 9, 9 am. Bring your team to Harlan Fareway, 1910 23rd Street, Harlan, to help support the West Central Community Action Food Pantry. Sponsored by Shelby County Farm Bureau. more info... |
| 6/9/2026 | SPARK! Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Cultural Programming for Lifelong Learning. Programs will run from 10 - 11:30 am. more info... |
| 6/10/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/10/2026 | Wednesday, June 10, 10 -11 am. North Park, 411 6th Street, Harlan. With author Kelly Crull & The Chick-O-Saurus. . This event is sponsored by SCSB. more info... |
| 6/12/2026 | Friday, June 12, Shelby County Fairgrounds, 314 4th Street, Harlan. Mighty Mayhem opens at 6:30 pm and Brad Morgan is the headliner starting at 8:00 pm. More information will become available. Make sure to check out their Facebook page. more info... |
| 6/12/2026 | Get ready for the ultimate 2026 golf showdown! Join us on Friday, June 12, 2026, for a spectacular day on the greens at Harlan Golf & Country Club. We’re bringing together friends, colleagues, and community leaders for 9 holes of fun, competition, and networking. When: Friday, June 12, 2026. Check-In: 4 - 5 pm. Putting Contest: 5:15 pm. Tee Off: 5:30 pm Where Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. Format: 4-Person Scramble (Open to all skill levels!) Cost: $200 per team. Cart Rental: $30/cart. . Sponsorship Opportunities Green/Tee: $125 Cart Path: $75 Plus Much More! more info... |
| 6/12/2026 | Friday, June 12 & Saturday, June 13. Panama Picnic. Good food, great music, small town memories. The fun starts Friday evening at 5 pm with music from Aiden Mack Flathers and Highway Miles at the ball park. Entry fee of $10 ages 10 and older. Fireworks at dusk. Saturday morning 8:30 – 11 am – pancake breakfast, Mass at 4 pm, and picnic stands open at 5 pm. Auction at 6:30 pm. more info... |
| 6/13/2026 | Saturday, June 13, Goozman's Westside Lounge, 1019 7th Street, Harlan. Registration begins at 11 am. Depart Harlan by noon. Return by 5 pm. Cost: $15, including meal and beverage voucher. $1,000 in payout prizes. more info... |
| 6/13/2026 | Saturday, June 13, 10 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Join us at the library for a magic show with a farm theme! The show starts at 10am! Free to attend! All ages welcome! more info... |
| 6/16/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/16/2026 | Tuesday, June 16, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Presentation by Brad Rasmussen, a local author, illustrator, and nature advocate. A talk about pollinators, monarchs, native plants, and how to care for the world. more info... |
| 6/17/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/17/2026 | Wednesday, June 17, 10 - 11 am. Beat Boxing with Luke "Skippy" Habur. Pioneer Park, 411 6th Street, Harlan. Sponsored by Monogram Prepared Meats more info... |
| 6/18/2026 | Mud Pies & Story Time - 3 dates: Thursday, June 18, Thursday, July 16, and Thursday, August 6, 10 am Join us for a messy story time filled with fun activities! Children of all ages are welcome. more info... |
| 6/18/2026 | Roar into Harlan Car & Bike Night, the third Thursday, May through August - May 21, June 18, July 16, & August 20, 6 - 9 pm on the Historic Downtown Square in Harlan. more info... |
| 6/19/2026 | Friday, June 19, 6 - 7:30 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Join us at Milk & Honey in Harlan, IA for pretty lettering! Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, you’ll be introduced to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink in this workshop. We will cover all the basics and prepare you to add those unique lettered details to your snail mail, wedding paper goods, home decor, and more! The perfect crafty night out! Cost is $53. Tickets can be purchased online. more info... |
| 6/22/2026 | Monday, June 22, 8 - 2 pm. Myrtue Medical Center Auble Room, 1213 Garfield Avenue, Harlan. To schedule your appointment, please contact Ruth at 712-755-4316. more info... |
| 6/23/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/24/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/25/2026 | Thursday, June 25 and Thursday, July 30, 10 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Join us for barnyard hoedown (music story time) with guitar player, Jim Burnette, as we sing farm themed nursery rhymes. more info... |
| 6/25/2026 | Thursday, June 25, 1 - 2 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan For Ages 10 and up. Mastergardeners will lead the program. Registration required. Limited seating. Free event. more info... |
| 6/29/2026 | Monday, June 29, 10 - 11 am. Farm Sweet Farm, 1222 Ironwood Drive, Harlan. Read some stories, explore the farm, and visit the animals - pigs, cows, and chickens. See the Barn! Rain or Shine! We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes. more info... |
| 6/30/2026 | The Harlan Theatre's Free Summer Kids' Movies show on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10 am, June 2 through July 29. The Harlan Theatre is located at 621 Court Street on the Historic Square in Downtown Harlan. Remember! The Harlan Theatre is available to rent for parties. more info... |
| 6/30/2026 | Tuesday, June 30, 6:30 pm. The Secret Life of Bees, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Special guest Nathan Paulsen, owner of Brun Ko Farm, will be presenting on beekeeping. Each book participant will take home a jar honey. more info... |
Events available for Registration... "? Fore! Get Ready to Swing! Sponsorships are now open for the 2026 Shelby County Chamber Annual Golf Outing." 6/12/2026 register for this event... ? Fore! The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce & Industry's Annual Golf Outing is Back! 6/12/2026 register for this event... |
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