Friday, October 2, 1 pm. Veteran's Memorial Building, 1104 Morningview Drive, Harlan.
Join the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce & Industry for an Ambassador Visit at the Veterans Memorial Building in Harlan as we celebrate its exciting new sound and acoustics upgrades! more info...
St. Mary Our Lady of Fatima, Portsmouth Faith Formation. Portsmouth residents, Faith Formation Youth will be trick-or-treating for canned goods. Students will knock on doors, so please leave your porch light on or leave pantry items at the door. Donations will support West Central Community Action. Drop-off available at Polacks or the Church.
Thursday, October 8, 2 - 4 pm. Elm Crest Assisted Living, 2104 12th Street, Harlan. Elm Crest Assisted Living is incredibly proud to announce that they are Deficiency Free!
Join them in the celebration.
Enjoy appetizers and drinks. Meet the staff, residents, and tour the facility. more info...
Sunday, October 11, 7 am – noon, 402 Center Street, Shelby. Serving pancakes, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, biscuits & gravy, milk, coffee, and orange juice. Free will donation. more info...
Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, 10 - 11:30 am.
SPARK! is cultural programming that fosters connection & encourages lifelong learning. Programs feature interactive exhibit experiences, and all programs begin with a coffee social and snacks.
This program is sponsored by The Andersen and Andersen-Lopez families of New York and Connecticut.
Wednesday, October 14, 1:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin.
Join us for a Halloween-themed afternoon of a movie, snacks, and activities.
Kids attending from school will need a note to the school in order to ride the bus to the library. Kids will need to be picked up by 5 pm. more info...
Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin is bringing back Forest Friends for another season, 10 - 11 am. Their first Forest Friends will be September 17th at 10am.
Forest Friends will be held every third Thursday at the library through April 15th. more info...
Friday, October 16, 6 pm. Event by Bailey's Letters and Milk & Honey. This event will be held at Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan.
Join Sip & Script for some fall fun and 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 autumn night out!
Class includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration, our beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, 2 letter guides, tracing paper, and straight pen holder), and all materials to write on. Everything is yours to keep at the end of the workshop! Additionally, we will be lettering on a mini 3" faux pumpkin as our final project! more info...
Monday, October 19, 5 - 7 pm. This is event is hosted by the Elk Horn Public Library and will be held at the Elk Horn Town Hall, 4212 Main Street, Elk Horn.
5 pm - appetizers; 6 pm - four course meal. more info...
Harvest Fest is coming up Saturday, October 24, in the Historic Downtown Square in Harlan, and we’re looking for community members and businesses to get involved!
Wanted: individuals and businesses to decorate your own table and hand out candy (you need to purchase your own candy) at Hansen House Senior Living Indoor Trick or Treat, Saturday, October 24, 4 - 6 pm, 703 Dye Street, Harlan.
Set up begins at 2:30 pm. Tables must be ready at 3:45 pm.
Call or text 712-579-1743 to participate. more info...
Saturday, October 24, 5 - 8 pm. Portsmouth Main Street. There will be a one mile walk in Portsmouth and there will be signage. Cost is $5, there will be a table set up for signing up. Also: Trunk or Treating along the way; Costume Contest; Halloween Self Station, & 50/50 raffle.
Food and snacks served at the American Legion.
All proceeds benefit the Shelby County Ball-Park to Ball-Park Trails. more info...
Three nights of Haunted Thrills! Saturday, October 24; Friday, October 30; and Saturday, October 31, 7 - 10 pm. The Haunted House will be across the street from the library at 506 Ann St. (Richards Enterprises building).
Hosted by the Lied Irwin Public Library Teen Advisory Board.
Monday, October 26, 5 pm. This event will be held in the Elk Horn Lutheran Church, 4313 Main Street, Elk Horn.
Free-Will Donation Supper: Enjoy a warm meal shared with friends and neighbors.
Exciting Auction & Raffle: Bid on fantastic items and enter our raffle, with all proceeds directly benefiting our non-profit organization's work in the community.
Get ready for Halloween Adventures! Students are invited to enjoy a special all-day Halloween event designed for their grade level at the Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn.
Tuesday, October 27 – Junior High Students
Wednesday, October 28 – Senior High Students
Thursday, October 29 – Elementary Students
Each day will feature Halloween fun and activities throughout the day for participating students.
Get ready for Halloween Adventures! Students are invited to enjoy a special all-day Halloween event designed for their grade level at the Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn.
Tuesday, October 27 – Junior High Students
Wednesday, October 28 – Senior High Students
Thursday, October 29 – Elementary Students
Each day will feature Halloween fun and activities throughout the day for participating students.
Get ready for Halloween Adventures! Students are invited to enjoy a special all-day Halloween event designed for their grade level at the Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn.
Tuesday, October 27 – Junior High Students
Wednesday, October 28 – Senior High Students
Thursday, October 29 – Elementary Students
Each day will feature Halloween fun and activities throughout the day for participating students.
Friday, October 30, 6:30 pm. Shelby County Historical Museum, 1805 Morse Avenue, Harlan.
The Western Iowa Arts Association and Harlan Community Theatre are partnering with the Shelby County Historical Museum for a special one-night Halloween event on *Friday, October 30th!*
More details about this exciting event and partnership will be announced as plans continue to develop. more info...
Three nights of Haunted Thrills! Saturday, October 24; Friday, October 30; and Saturday, October 31, 7 - 10 pm. The Haunted House will be across the street from the library at 506 Ann St. (Richards Enterprises building).
Hosted by the Lied Irwin Public Library Teen Advisory Board.
Three nights of Haunted Thrills! Saturday, October 24; Friday, October 30; and Saturday, October 31, 7 - 10 pm. The Haunted House will be across the street from the library at 506 Ann St. (Richards Enterprises building).
Hosted by the Lied Irwin Public Library Teen Advisory Board.
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