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Events in the month of December 2022

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Thursday, December 1, 2022 - Saturday, December 3, 2022
Join us for the Christmas Open House; 2 Chicks in a Barn Gift Shop (Cresco), Be Home Decor (Riceville), and E&E Woodcraft/Confections (Elma) on December 1-3, 8am-8pm.
Thursday, December 1, 2022
Monday-Friday, Nov 28-Dec 2 from 9am-12pm become a certified Class Leader of the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program. Learn ways to help others take care of themselves, reduce stress, improve caregiving confidence, and establish balance in their lives as they care for others.
Thursday, December 1, 2022
How do we protect children from food borne illnesses? Assess your current food safety practices and develop action plans to improve using the FightBac! messages to fight food borne illness. Join us virtually on Thursday, Dec 1st from 6-8pm. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.
Friday, December 2, 2022
Monday-Friday, Nov 28-Dec 2 from 9am-12pm become a certified Class Leader of the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program. Learn ways to help others take care of themselves, reduce stress, improve caregiving confidence, and establish balance in their lives as they care for others.
Friday, December 2, 2022
Virtually on Fridays from Oct 7-Dec 9, 2022 is the virtual workshop ACT Raising Safe Kids
 Have you ever wondered if you are on the right path when parenting your children? If you would like to strengthen your parenting skills with children birth to age 8, join other parents and caregivers to learn about positive parenting practices that help create stable, safe, healthy, and nurturing environments and relationships.

Intended audience: Adults/caregivers with children, age birth to 8 years

Format: Nine, 2-hour workshops
Contact Info:
Malisa Rader
mrader@iastate.edu
(515) 708-0622
Sessions:

    Friday, 10/07/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 10/14/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 10/21/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 10/28/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 11/04/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 11/11/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 11/18/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 12/02/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 12/09/2022 6:30 PM

 
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Christmas Party for Kiddos
Starting at 10am to Champlin Hall in The Cresco Theatre Basement

Preregistration required for Christmas by December 1st.
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Sponsored by The Cresco Shopper
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000.
Saturday, December 3, 2022
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Sunday, December 4, 2022

Sunday, December 4th at the Cresco Theatre, 2pm is The Looney Lutheran's - HOLD THE LUTEFISK, It's Beginning to Smell a Lot Like Christmas. Tickets will be $25 and may be purchased at Cresco Bank & Trust, CUSB Bank, Cresco Chamber, City Hall, and Theatre.

When you want an old-fashioned Looney Christmas, you know who to turn to — the musical, merry, menopausal members of the Looney Lutherans! This trio of warm, witty women help the audience enjoy the spirit of the season. Segments include the Holiday food wheel, letters to Santa, and maybe even a visit from Old Saint Nick himself….
Sponsored by Cresco Bank & Trust

Monday, December 5, 2022
AA meets every Monday at 5:00pm at the VFW Hall in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Monday, December 5, 2022
Monday, December 5, 2022 from 5pm to 7pm at NICC Cresco Center is the Holiday Crafts for Kids class, #89679.
Designed for kids in K-3rd grade, this exciting Christmas-themed class will bring smiles to the faces of you and your child! Enjoy crafting a variety of projects, including painting ornaments, making snowflakes and playing fun games. Kids will love this first hint of Christmas!
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Join this online zoom class, 3 Tuesdays; Nov 29, Dec 6, and 13, 2:30-5pm, class # 87953 to create conditional IF, nested IFS functions and VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP.  Create tables and PivotTables, use macros and data management. 
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Veterans of Foreign Wars meeting is held at 7 pm on the first Tuesday of every month at VFW Hall on Hwy 9.
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
 Cresco Family Pharmacy Senior Discount Day on the first Wednesday of every month. Seniors 60+ receive 20% off entire purchase.
*some exclusions apply
Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Wednesday, December 7th, 9-10am is a virtual class, Creating a Story of Company Culture & Sharing on Social Media, class #89669.

Picking a business to work with or work for goes beyond the best prices or salaries, it’s the environment, atmosphere and company culture that makes the difference. So, what makes your company stand out brighter than the rest? Find it, showcase it! Share the behind-the-scenes fun and culture of your business on social media and in your marketing. Not only does being personal and open about your company help recruit future clients, it also helps when it’s time to recruit new employees. Have fun learning about the latest social media trends to get your company in the spotlight and highlight coworker friendships, team-building activities and laughs to create your company’s story!

Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Wednesday, December 7th, 9-10:30am is the virtual class Cyber Security for Small Businesses, #89874.
Every day our businesses and tech infrastructure may encounter security threats. Our computer systems may have vulnerabilities or sensitive information could be compromised. There’s a lot of bad actors in the world and you can keep ahead of them by developing your understanding of information security, cybersecurity threats and free resources, and how to manage and communicate cyber risk among your employees and customers. Learn the steps you can take right now to continue to deliver the products and services customers rely on, all while staying true to your company’s mission. You’ll feel empowered and able to balance the needs of your company with the information security the world demands.
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Wednesday, December 7th, 9-11:30am at the Extension Office is the in-person Commercial Applicator Continuing Instruction Courses (C-CICs) provide IDALS-approved content for Commercial Pesticide Applicators who desire to renew their certification in Fumigation, Category 7C. Call Sue Barnes for more information at 563.547.3001.
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Join us Wednesday, December 7, 2022 from 6-8:30pm at Crestwood High School for the Pretzel Workshop, class #87823.
In this class, you will learn how to make delicious soft pretzels with a classic pretzel twist. Learn the art of making and baking your own dough and sample what you make!
Friday, December 9, 2022
Virtually on Fridays from Oct 7-Dec 9, 2022 is the virtual workshop ACT Raising Safe Kids
 Have you ever wondered if you are on the right path when parenting your children? If you would like to strengthen your parenting skills with children birth to age 8, join other parents and caregivers to learn about positive parenting practices that help create stable, safe, healthy, and nurturing environments and relationships.

Intended audience: Adults/caregivers with children, age birth to 8 years

Format: Nine, 2-hour workshops
Contact Info:
Malisa Rader
mrader@iastate.edu
(515) 708-0622
Sessions:

    Friday, 10/07/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 10/14/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 10/21/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 10/28/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 11/04/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 11/11/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 11/18/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 12/02/2022 1:00 PM
    Friday, 12/09/2022 6:30 PM

 
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000.
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Enjoy FREE coffee and donuts downtown while your Christmas shop!

Saturday, December 10th
9:00-11:00am
American Legion Hall

~ Free will donations welcomed ~
Saturday, December 10, 2022
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Monday, December 12, 2022

Prevention 5 is a group of highly engaged citizens who strive to raise awareness on substance misuse, teen pregnancy, mental health, and the overall wellness of the community. We believe in protecting young people by providing education and alternatives to substance use/misuse. Our vision for the future is Howard County will be educated and know how to access resources to create a healthier and safer community for generations to come.
Monday, December 12, 2022
The public is invited to attend the Howard County Substance Abuse Coalition (Prevention 5) meetings every second Monday of the month at 12pm Noon.
During the school year we meet at Crestwood High School and during the summer we meet at the Cresco Chamber either in person or via zoom.
Monday, December 12, 2022
AA meets every Monday at 5:00pm at the VFW Hall in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Veterans of Foreign Wars  Auxiliary meeting is at the VFW Hall every 2nd Tuesday of the Month.
Meeting times:
May - October at 2:00pm
November - April at 1:30pm
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Join this online zoom class, 3 Tuesdays; Nov 29, Dec 6, and 13, 2:30-5pm, class # 87953 to create conditional IF, nested IFS functions and VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP.  Create tables and PivotTables, use macros and data management. 
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
American Legion Post 135 meets the second Tuesday of every month, 7:00pm at the Legion Hall.
Friday, December 16, 2022
Friday, December 16th, 2:30-4:30pm at the Extension Office is the in-person Private Applicator Continuing Instruction Courses (P-CICs) provide Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship-Pesticide Bureau-approved training for individuals who are currently certified as a private pesticide applicator. P-CICs are offered from December 1st to April 15th each year. Applicators who choose to maintain their certification by attending an approved P-CIC must attend a program during each year their certification card covers, including the year they passed the exam (if certification occurs prior to October 1). If a P-CIC is missed in one or more years of their three-year cycle, the applicator is required to take the certification exam through IDALS to renew their certification.
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Sponsored by Howard County Community Hospice
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000.
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Saturday, December 17th, 9-11am is the 4H and FFA Beef projects weighed in at Fairgrounds.
Saturday, December 17, 2022
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Freewill Donation
EVERY THIRD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
Serving October - April
8:00am-12:30pm

Menu: Regular, Blueberry & Chocolate Chip Pancakes Sausage,
Scrambled Eggs & Beverage
 
Monday, December 19, 2022
Monday, December 19th, 8-10:30am at the Extension Office is the in-person Commercial Applicator Continuing Instruction Courses (C-CICs) provide IDALS-approved content for Commercial Pesticide Applicators who desire to renew their certification in Fumigation, Category 7C.
Monday, December 19, 2022
AA meets every Monday at 5:00pm at the VFW Hall in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
The American Legion Rider meeting is the third Tuesday of every month, 7:00pm at the Legion Hall.
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
The Chamber Business Committee meets every third Wednesday at 8:00am at the Chamber office.
All Chamber members are welcome.
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Wednesday, December 21st, 9-11:30am at the Extension Office is the in-person Commercial Applicator Continuing Instruction Courses (C-CIC's) provide IDALS-approved content for Commercial Pesticide Applicators who desire to renew their certification in Seed Treatment, 4.
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Wednesday, December 21st, 11:30am-1:45pm at the Extension Office is the in-person Commercial Applicator Continuing Instruction Courses (C-CICs) provide IDALS-approved content for Commercial Pesticide Applicators who desire to renew their certification in Aerial Application, Category 11.
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Wednesday, December 21st, 2-4:30pm is the in-person Commercial Applicator Continuing Instruction Courses (C-CICs) provide IDALS-approved content for Commercial Pesticide Applicators who desire to renew their certification in Agricultural Weed Control, Category 1A, Agricultural Insect Control, Category 1B, and Agricultural Crop Disease Control, Category 1C.
Thursday, December 22, 2022 - Monday, January 2, 2023
No school
Saturday, December 24, 2022
Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000.
Saturday, December 24, 2022
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Monday, December 26, 2022
AA meets every Monday at 5:00pm at the VFW Hall in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Tuesday, December 27th, 8-10:30am is the in-person Commercial Applicator Continuing Instruction Courses (C-CICs) provide IDALS-approved content for Commercial Pesticide Applicators who desire to renew their certification in Agricultural Weed Control, Category 1A, Agricultural Insect Control, Category 1B, and Agricultural Crop Disease Control, Category 1C.
Saturday, December 31, 2022
Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000.
Saturday, December 31, 2022
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
For more information, men call 563.547.5589 and women call 563.547.4853.