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Monday, January 2, 2023
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, January 3, 2023
Sponsored by CUSB Bank 
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
 Cresco Family Pharmacy Senior Discount Day on the first Wednesday of every month. Seniors 60+ receive 20% off entire purchase.
*some exclusions apply
Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Wednesday, January 4th, 9:30am-3:30pm at the Featherlite Center is Private Pesticide Applicator CIC (P-CIC). Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

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.
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Thursday, Jan 5th from 9am-4pm at the Extension office, participants will receive required training for certification on safety, regulations, nutrient value, and economics of manure management. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.
Thursday, January 5, 2023
Thursday, January 5th, 9am-1pm is Commercial Manure Applicator Certification at the Extension Office. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

Participants will receive required training for certification on safety, regulations, nutrient value, and economics of manure management.
Friday, January 6, 2023

Friday, January 6th, 7:30am-4:30pm is Instant Enrollment Day.

Get accepted on the spot at one of our Instant Enrollment Days. Enrollment advisors will help you plan and register for classes in person, over the phone or virtually through Zoom. You will need to have your academic transcript(s) from high school, GED/HSED or college. The Testing Center will be available for testing 8:30-3:00 PM.

Register by calling 844.642.2338, ext. 2700 to schedule an appointment.

Saturday, January 7, 2023
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, January 7, 2023
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.
Saturday, January 7, 2023
Saturday, January 7th, 10am at Crestwood High School is the Flanagan Tournament
Good Luck wrestlers!
Sunday, January 8, 2023

Every Sunday is BINGO at the Cresco Wildlife Club, Howard County Fairgrounds.

Lunch available at 12:00pm Noon with BINGO starting at 1pm. Call Terri at 547-5523 for more information.

Monday, January 9, 2023
Welcome back students. Monday, January 9th is the beginning of the Spring 2023 Semester at NICC
Monday, January 9, 2023
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, January 9, 2023
January 9-13 at 1pm every day is the virtual class Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Class Leader Training.

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.
Monday, January 9, 2023
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, January 10, 2023
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
January 9-13 at 1pm every day is the virtual class Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Class Leader Training.

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.
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Wednesday, January 11th, 9-10am is a virtual class #90024, Leading with a Positive Attitude.

In nearly every situation, both personal and professional, we tend to gravitate toward people who display a positive optimism that lifts others. Learn the four characteristics of a positive attitude and ways to integrate these qualities into your daily life and work. You will discover healthy coping mechanisms that demonstrate your best self and express compassion and integrity with your coworkers.
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
January 9-13 at 1pm every day is the virtual class Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Class Leader Training.

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, January 12, 2023
January 9-13 at 1pm every day is the virtual class Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Class Leader Training.

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, January 13, 2023
Fridays on January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 and 24th is 4-H Mindful Teen. Contact Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

Mindful Teen: From Surviving to THRIVING! is a six-lesson workshop series for youth in grades 7-12 based on the book, The Mindful Teen: Powerful Skills to Help You Handle Stress One Moment at a Time by Dr. Dzung Vo. The program empowers youth and equips them with practical strategies and mindful practices to manage stress, difficult emotions, and improve and support their overall well-being, relationships, and performance in school, sports, the arts, and other daily activities.
Friday, January 13, 2023
January 9-13 at 1pm every day is the virtual class Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Class Leader Training.

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.
Saturday, January 14, 2023
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, January 14, 2023
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, January 15, 2023

Every Sunday is BINGO at the Cresco Wildlife Club, Howard County Fairgrounds.

Lunch available at 12:00pm Noon with BINGO starting at 1pm. Call Terri at 547-5523 for more information.

Monday, January 16, 2023
Monday, January 16th is a national holiday, Martin Luther King Day. 
No school.
Monday, January 16, 2023
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, January 17, 2023
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Tuesday, January 17th, 9:45am-2:30pm is Iowa Dairy Days at Innovative Ag Center, 305 Busti Ave, Elma 50628. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

Offering Iowa dairy producers an opportunity to learn about emerging dairy industry issues.
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
The Chamber Business Committee meets every third Wednesday at 8:00am at the Chamber office.
All Chamber members are welcome.
Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Wednesday, January 18th, 10am-2pm at MiEnergy Cooperative is the American Red Cross Blood Drive.

Call 563.547.3801 for more information.

Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Do you have a caring and compassionate personality? Are you interested in joining a team that strives for excellence in quality of care? Accura HealthCare of Cresco has a variety of career opportunities including CNA, dietary, housekeeping, and nursing related positions for you to make a difference every day!
Join us at Accura HealthCare of Cresco for the opportunity to streamline the application and interviewing process.

Staff will be available from 5pm-8pm for you to walk-in for a facility tour and interview!

Questions, please contact cresco@accura.healthcare!
Thursday, January 19, 2023

Be up-to-date and make plans to attend this great winter event!

Driftrunners Inc. is a non-profit organization established in 1968, has a long history of snowmobiling in northeast Iowa and is proud to contribute financially to those who are affected by Spina Bifida and to their families and to HoCA & Breast Cancer Awareness. Driftrunners is your premier snowmobiling club and was named 2014 ISSA Club of the Year!

Cresco has been named a Snowmobile Friendly Community.

Follow us on Facebook for up-to-date trail conditions and activities.

Thursday, January 19, 2023
Thursday, January 19th, 1pm at Cresco Bank & Trust is Township Clerk Training. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.
Friday, January 20, 2023

Be up-to-date and make plans to attend this great winter event!

Driftrunners Inc. is a non-profit organization established in 1968, has a long history of snowmobiling in northeast Iowa and is proud to contribute financially to those who are affected by Spina Bifida and to their families and to HoCA & Breast Cancer Awareness. Driftrunners is your premier snowmobiling club and was named 2014 ISSA Club of the Year!

Cresco has been named a Snowmobile Friendly Community.

Follow us on Facebook for up-to-date trail conditions and activities.

Friday, January 20, 2023

Reno's in Schley Country is open for Snowfest. Friday, Jan 20th from 11am to 10pm, Saturday, Jan 21st from 11am to 10pm and Sunday, Jan 22nd from 11am to 5pm.

It's your Schley Beverage Stop as you enjoy Snowfest. Call Stephanie for more details, 563.379.5332.

Friday, January 20, 2023
Fridays on January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 and 24th is 4-H Mindful Teen. Contact Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

Mindful Teen: From Surviving to THRIVING! is a six-lesson workshop series for youth in grades 7-12 based on the book, The Mindful Teen: Powerful Skills to Help You Handle Stress One Moment at a Time by Dr. Dzung Vo. The program empowers youth and equips them with practical strategies and mindful practices to manage stress, difficult emotions, and improve and support their overall well-being, relationships, and performance in school, sports, the arts, and other daily activities.
Friday, January 20, 2023
Friday, January 20th, 2-3pm at Cresco Public Library is the class Spot, Stop, & Avoid Fraud. Call Sue Barnes for more information.

 Top scams in Iowa, warning signs of scams, ways to protect yourself, and resources if you fall victim.
Friday, January 20, 2023
Serving 5-8pm
Carry-outs Available

Adults (12 & older) $17.00
6-11 years old        $12.00
3-5 years old          $5.00

Raffle Ticket Prizes

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1943426792598105
Saturday, January 21, 2023

Be up-to-date and make plans to attend this great winter event!

Driftrunners Inc. is a non-profit organization established in 1968, has a long history of snowmobiling in northeast Iowa and is proud to contribute financially to those who are affected by Spina Bifida and to their families and to HoCA & Breast Cancer Awareness. Driftrunners is your premier snowmobiling club and was named 2014 ISSA Club of the Year!

Cresco has been named a Snowmobile Friendly Community.

Follow us on Facebook for up-to-date trail conditions and activities.

Saturday, January 21, 2023
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, January 21, 2023
Join the Driftrunners Snowmobile Club for the 2023 Snowfest Vintage Snowmobile Show & Ride on Saturday, January 21st.
This year the show will have a featured class for Rupp Snowmobiles.

Rupp Category Awards Include:
Rupp - Best Original
Rupp - Best Restored
Rupp - Best Race Sled
1960's - 1990's snowmobiles:
- Best Restored - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
- Best Original - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
- Best Race Sled - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
- Junior Class, Any Sled (age 14 and under) - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
- Cutter Combo Class - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
- Mini Sled 120 Class - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd
- Peoples Choice (All Sleds) - Trophy
Farthest Traveled will receive a $40 Kwik Star Gas Card

All awards come with a trophy.

Dash Plaques to the first 50 registered sleds.

8:30am-Registration Opens inside Expo Center
9:00am-1:00pm: Show with Judging and People's Choice Voting
1:00pm Awards Ceremony in Expo Center
1:45pm Vintage Sled Ride to Vernon Springs (10 mile roundtrip ride), weather permitting

Cost: Free Will Donation
Location: Howard County Fairgrounds, front entrance of Expo Center, Cresco, Iowa
Questions: Call Chris Shimek at 563-380-6196
2024 Featured Snowmobile will be Massey Ferguson.
Saturday, January 21, 2023
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.
Saturday, January 21, 2023
Register here by Jan. 17th at:
https://forms.gle/nRhAYhZFCoAjzGAeA
Calling all chili enthusiasts! If you think you have what it takes, bring your best batch of chili and serve it up for the judges! We are in search of folks interested in cooking up a crock pot of their favorite chili.
 
Everyone is Welcome. People’s Choice judging is from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Awards to follow.
 
ONLY 25 ENTRIES WILL BE JUDGED SO MAKE SURE TO REGISTER TODAY!!!
 
Register by Jan. 17th at:
https://forms.gle/nRhAYhZFCoAjzGAeA
Or call Zach or Austin at:
563-380-1606
641-330-5701
 
Please read the Official Rules at:
https://tinyurl.com/4etuw2jn
 
Check in begins at 11am, contestants must be fully checked in by 11:30 am, Judging begins at 11:30 am at the Expo Center.
 
Judging Categories:
- People's Choice
- Judge's Choice: 1st and 2nd place
- Most Unique
Judge's winner Prizes:
- 1st place – Trophy and $250 Cresco Dollars
- 2nd place – Plaque $100 Cresco Dollars
People's Choice Prize:
- Plaque and $150 Cresco Dollars
Most Unique Prize:
- Plaque and $100 Cresco Dollars
Saturday, January 21, 2023

Reno's in Schley Country is open for Snowfest. Friday, Jan 20th from 11am to 10pm, Saturday, Jan 21st from 11am to 10pm and Sunday, Jan 22nd from 11am to 5pm.

It's your Schley Beverage Stop as you enjoy Snowfest. Call Stephanie for more details, 563.379.5332.

Sunday, January 22, 2023

Be up-to-date and make plans to attend this great winter event!

Driftrunners Inc. is a non-profit organization established in 1968, has a long history of snowmobiling in northeast Iowa and is proud to contribute financially to those who are affected by Spina Bifida and to their families and to HoCA & Breast Cancer Awareness. Driftrunners is your premier snowmobiling club and was named 2014 ISSA Club of the Year!

Cresco has been named a Snowmobile Friendly Community.

Follow us on Facebook for up-to-date trail conditions and activities.

Sunday, January 22, 2023

Reno's in Schley Country is open for Snowfest. Friday, Jan 20th from 11am to 10pm, Saturday, Jan 21st from 11am to 10pm and Sunday, Jan 22nd from 11am to 5pm.

It's your Schley Beverage Stop as you enjoy Snowfest. Call Stephanie for more details, 563.379.5332.

Sunday, January 22, 2023

Every Sunday is BINGO at the Cresco Wildlife Club, Howard County Fairgrounds.

Lunch available at 12:00pm Noon with BINGO starting at 1pm. Call Terri at 547-5523 for more information.

Monday, January 23, 2023
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, January 24, 2023
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.
 
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Tuesday, January 24th, 1:30-3:30pm at the Riceville Public Library is Confinement Site Manure Applicator Certification. Call Sue Barnes for more information.

Participants will receive required training for certification on safety, regulations, nutrient value, and economics of manure management.
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Wednesday, January 25th is Howard-Winn's Phonathon for Dollars for Scholars. Call 563.547.2764 to find out how you may donate or volunteer.
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Wednesday, January 25th, 9-10am is the virtual class #91330, Blocks to Financial Abundance.

Blocks are mental barriers and negative programming in our subconscious from the stories we heard or experiences we had growing up. As a result of these blocks, it unconsciously resists us from experiencing our desired outcomes (weight loss, loving relationships, and financial wealth for example). With recent world events and the economy, so many people are experiencing a mindset block to financial abundance and live in a higher stress environment with a lack and scarcity mindset. This session will include sharing out on the 7 blocks of financial abundance as well as techniques to start the unblocking process.
Friday, January 27, 2023
Fridays on January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 and 24th is 4-H Mindful Teen. Contact Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

Mindful Teen: From Surviving to THRIVING! is a six-lesson workshop series for youth in grades 7-12 based on the book, The Mindful Teen: Powerful Skills to Help You Handle Stress One Moment at a Time by Dr. Dzung Vo. The program empowers youth and equips them with practical strategies and mindful practices to manage stress, difficult emotions, and improve and support their overall well-being, relationships, and performance in school, sports, the arts, and other daily activities.
Friday, January 27, 2023
Friday, January 27th, 1-3pm is the virtual class Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Master Training. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

If you would like to have the ability to train PTC Class Leaders, you must become a Master Trainer. You and your co-trainer can then plan either the two-day in-person Class Leader training or the virtual 5-day (3 hours per day) Class Leader training.
Friday, January 27, 2023
Join us on Friday, January 27th, at 4:30pm for a ribbon cutting as we congratulate Hvitved & Associates on their new location and building in Cresco.
Saturday, January 28, 2023
This two day tournament sponsored by the Cresco Youth Basketball Association is Saturday and Sunday, January 28th and 29th. Email, cyba52136@gmail.com, for more information.
Saturday, January 28, 2023
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, January 28, 2023
Saturday, January 28th at 8am is Regional Health Services of Howard County's in person Prenatal Class. Call 563.547.2102 for more information.
Saturday, January 28, 2023
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.
Saturday, January 28, 2023

Saturday, January 28th is the HoCA Ice Fishing Tournament held at Vernon Springs/Cresco Country Club

Registration 10-Noon
Fishing Noon to 4
CRESCO COUNTRY CLUB
12 and under free
13 and over $20
atv and sxs are accepted
Shacks are accepted
3 lines per person if you have valid Iowa license
Any questions call/text 641-330-1927

Saturday, January 28, 2023

Saturday, January 28th is the 4-H Clothing/Communication workshop to learn about communication and clothing project areas.

Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

Sunday, January 29, 2023
This two day tournament sponsored by the Cresco Youth Basketball Association is Saturday and Sunday, January 28th and 29th. Email, cyba52136@gmail.com, for more information.
Sunday, January 29, 2023

Every Sunday is BINGO at the Cresco Wildlife Club, Howard County Fairgrounds.

Lunch available at 12:00pm Noon with BINGO starting at 1pm. Call Terri at 547-5523 for more information.

Sunday, January 29, 2023
Oneota Film Festival invites you to see two films at Cresco Theatre and Opera House in Cresco, Iowa on Sunday, January 29, 2022. The film will begin at 2:00pm. [90 min]
 
The films we will be showing are Tryouts Today, which is an animated short about Two aspiring superheroes make an unexpected connection while waiting in line to try out for the Des Moines Defenders and John - The Last Cowboy which is a feature film about 92-year-old John Hoiland runs his huge ranch in Montana all by himself. The son of a Norwegian immigrant, he has been raised to work hard and save his dollars for a rainy day. Through the years, people have offered him big money for his land. But life on the ranch is the only life he wants, and he finds great joy in the nature surrounding him, the freedom to work on his own land and daily conversations with his best friend Jim.  "JOHN – The Last Cowboy" is a poetic tribute to the simple life, a peaceful escape from fast-paced modern society and a subtle reminder of what is lost.
Monday, January 30, 2023
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, January 31, 2023
Every Tuesday at Cresco Family Pharmacy - BOTH LOCATIONS (CFPh Clinic and CFPh South) - is Senior Discount Day offering 20% off.