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Friday, March 29, 2024 - Tuesday, April 2, 2024
No school - Spring Break March 29th - April 1st. No school on April 2nd for Teacher Inservice.
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Saturday, March 30th, 2pm and 7pm live performance of Mitchell Hall & The Tennessee Trio featuring Lacey Roemhildt as June Carter at the Cresco Theatre & Opera House.
Saturday, March 30, 2024

Residents and staff of Accura HealthCare of Cresco are excited to host an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 at 2 PM. Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun finding colorful eggs, prizes, and surprises!

The hunt will take place outdoors, weather permitting.

Different age groups will have separate hunting areas for kids ages 0-4, 5-8, and 9-12.

After the hunt, enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny!

Saturday, March 30, 2024
Residents and staff of Accura HealthCare of Cresco are excited to host an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30 at 2 PM.
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of fun finding colorful eggs, prizes, and surprises!
The hunt will take place outdoors, weather permitting.
Different age groups will have separate hunting areas for kids ages 0-4, 5-8, and 9-12.
After the hunt, enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny!
Saturday, March 30, 2024
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, March 30, 2024
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Saturday, March 30th is the Turkey River Pheasants Forever Banquet at the Expo Center at the Howard County Fairgrounds. Social starts at 4pm with Dinner at 6pm. 
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Happy Easter!
Monday, April 1, 2024 - Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Join us for Sit NSew, April 1-2 at the Weed Patch Retreat Center (downtown Cresco), 9am-6pm. $25 per day per person. Only a few spots left. Call to book a spot.

HAPPY QUILTING!

 

Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off.
Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South.
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Join this online zoom class, five sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 19th, March 21st, March 26th, April 2nd and April 4th, 3:30-5pm, to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function. Class #96127.
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Tuesday, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16 is Chair Yoga for Beginners. Held at NICC Cresco Center from 6-7pm. Register for class #95427.
Yoga is a spiritual and physical practice rooted in Indian philosophy that has existed for thousands of years. Now you can try chair yoga to learn more about various basic yoga poses and the many benefits of the practice for your body, mind and spirit.
Thursday, April 4, 2024

Join this online zoom class to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function.

Five sessions, March 19, 21, 26 and Apr 2, 4 from 3:30-5pm, class #96127.

Thursday, April 4, 2024
Join this online zoom class, five sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 19th, March 21st, March 26th, April 2nd and April 4th, 3:30-5pm, to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function. Class #96127.
Thursday, April 4, 2024

Kids, let’s celebrate the spring season with activities and games! Join us to play Cup Toss, Balloon Race, Popsicle Time, Bunny Tail Drop, Cereal Puzzle and Go Fish. Have fun with friends also playing Musical Chairs, Egg Stacking and Canvas Painting.

Thursday, April 4 from 5-7pm at NICC Cresco Center is the class Spring into Games for Kids, #95426.

Saturday, April 6, 2024
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, April 6, 2024
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Saturday, April 6th is the Crestwood Spring Spotlight Show (formerly known as Jazz Spotlight) featuring Jazz Band, Concert Band and select Soloists, 6pm at Crestwood High School.
Monday, April 8, 2024
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, April 8, 2024
Monday, April 8th, 6:30pm at the Cresco Theatre & Opera House is the Notre Dame Grade K-2 Spring Concert.
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off.
Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South.
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Tuesday, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16 is Chair Yoga for Beginners. Held at NICC Cresco Center from 6-7pm. Register for class #95427.
Yoga is a spiritual and physical practice rooted in Indian philosophy that has existed for thousands of years. Now you can try chair yoga to learn more about various basic yoga poses and the many benefits of the practice for your body, mind and spirit.
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Tuesday, April 9th is the Crestwood 3rd/4th grade vocal concert at 7pm.
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Thursday, April 11th, 12pm-5pm at United Methodist Church Cresco is the American Red Cross Blood Drive.
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Thursday, April 11th, 1:30-3:30pm at the Extension Office is the class on crops and soil resources, Private Pesticide Applicator CIC (P-CIC). Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.
Friday, April 12, 2024
The Lime Springs Children's Theatre Troupe is going to be putting on the play, The Enchanted Bookshop. It will be on Friday April 12th at 7:00PM, and Saturday April 13th at 1:30PM, and 7:00 PM. It costs 5 dollars if you have purchased a ticket from a cast member or at the Lime Springs Public Library prior to performance. Otherwise, admission is $6 dollars at the door. Children 3 and under are free! This play will be at the United Methodist Church in Lime Springs.
Saturday, April 13, 2024
The Lime Springs Children's Theatre Troupe is going to be putting on the play, The Enchanted Bookshop. It will be on Friday April 12th at 7:00PM, and Saturday April 13th at 1:30PM, and 7:00 PM. It costs 5 dollars if you have purchased a ticket from a cast member or at the Lime Springs Public Library prior to performance. Otherwise, admission is $6 dollars at the door. Children 3 and under are free! This play will be at the United Methodist Church in Lime Springs.
Saturday, April 13, 2024
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, April 13, 2024
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Saturday, April 13th is Grandparents BINGO at Notre Dame Catholic Church. Bring your grandchildren for a fun afternoon from 2:15pm - 3:30pm. Admission 1 candy bar/person.
Saturday, April 13, 2024
WHEN: Saturday, April 13, 2024
WHERE: Cresco Expo Center (Howard County Fair Grounds)
MEAL: Free Will Donation Meal @ 5:00-7:30
*50/50 drawings will be done during the meal time!
AUCTIONS:
*Silent Auction 5:00-7:30
*Live Auction @ 7:30
DANCE:
DJ starting around 8:30/9:00! (Will depend on the timeline of the auctions)
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Sundays, April 14, 21, 28 and May 5, 12, 19 at the Wilson Arena (Fairgrounds) is the 4-H Dog Obedience classes. Classes start at 1pm. Call 563.547.3001 for more information and to register.
Sunday, April 14, 2024

Join us on Sunday, April 14th at 2pm for the band, Root River Jam. They elevate musical improv through the fusion of blues, country, rock, and americana music. 
Monday, April 15, 2024
Monday, April 15th, 5:30pm at the Featherlite Center is an Opioid Training for all to learn about opioids and how to save a life.
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off.
Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South.
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Tuesday, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16 is Chair Yoga for Beginners. Held at NICC Cresco Center from 6-7pm. Register for class #95427.
Yoga is a spiritual and physical practice rooted in Indian philosophy that has existed for thousands of years. Now you can try chair yoga to learn more about various basic yoga poses and the many benefits of the practice for your body, mind and spirit.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
The Chamber Business Committee meets every third Wednesday at 8:00am at the Chamber office.
All Chamber members are welcome.
Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Wednesday, April 17th, 9-10am is the online class, Developing a Team Culture of Continuous Improvement, #95341.

Empowering teams to incorporate continuous improvement into their daily work is a critical step in creating a culture of continuous improvement. In this session we'll explore the growth mindset, discover change as a process - not an event - and encounter tips for conducting successful continuous improvement projects.

Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Wednesday, April 17th, 12-1:30pm is the online class for Dairy Pest Control: Fun with Flies. Sign up is on April 17th.
Thursday, April 18, 2024 - Saturday, April 20, 2024
Thursday-Saturday, April 18-20 is the Spring Shop Hop at Be Home Decor in Riceville, Ali's Shop & Boutique in Lime Springs, Reno's in Schley Country in Cresco, and E&E Woodcraft & Confections and Cedar Valley Quilt & Craft Show in Elma. 

Thursday, April 18, 2024
Thursday, April 18th from 4:30pm to 7pm is the Notre Dame Swiss Steak Dinner at the Church Hall. Tickets: $15/Adult, $10/Children, Under 5 years/Free. Dine in or carry out.
Menu includes Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Coleslaw, Rolls, Desserts, Milk and Coffee.
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Thursday, April 18th, 5:45-7:45pm at NICC Cresco Center is the Child Care Provider Training class Color Me Healthy. You can’t actually “eat the rainbow,” but you can eat foods the colors of the rainbow for better health. You’ll learn the health benefits and fun activities to increase children’s recognition and acceptance of fruit and vegetable color groups.
Friday, April 19, 2024

Friday, April 19th, 9-11am at the Extension Office is the Farmers Market Nutrition Program Certification where all FMNP certified farmers (vendors) must complete the 2-hour training session scheduled for 2024 to attain or renew your certification.

Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.

Saturday, April 20, 2024
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, April 20, 2024
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Saturday, April 20th is the Crestwood Prom.
Sunday, April 21, 2024
Every third Sunday of the month from 8am-12pm is the VFW Pancake Breakfast at the VFW Hall along Hwy 9. This is a free-will offering.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off.
Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Wednesday, April 24th, 12-5:30pm is the LifeServe Blood Drive at the VFW Hall in Cresco. Contact Ellen Murphy for more information.
Thursday, April 25, 2024

Two sessions: Thursdays, April 25th and May 9th, 5:30-6:30pm is the online class ChatGPT, #96068.

ChatGPT is a conversational language model that has gripped headlines worldwide, placing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at your fingertips. This session will offer tips on how to use AI chatbots like ChatGPT to enhance the ways you work, play and learn. Instructor, Travis Hunt, will explore practical use cases, guide your prompt engineering and help you leverage the capabilities of large language models. Practice using the AI chatbot of your choice in between sessions and return to the second session with use case questions and your ideas for real-world applications.

Friday, April 26, 2024
Friday, April 26th, 6:30-8:30pm is TRIVIA NIGHT 2 at Notre Dame. Fee is $20/team. Bring your own snacks and drinks. All proceeds benefit the Notre Dame youth ministry program.

Saturday, April 27, 2024
CHS Spring Madrigal is Saturday, April 27th, 5:30pm and Sunday, April 28th, 4:30pm.
Saturday, April 27, 2024
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, April 27, 2024
Saturday, April 27th, 9-11am at the Fairgrounds is the 4H and FFA Sheep and meat Goat weigh-in for county and state fair exhibition.
Saturday, April 27, 2024
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Saturday, April 27, 2024

Saturday, April 27th, 5:30pm - 9:00pm at the Heritage Event Center is the Let the Night Glow Gala. This is a fundraiser for Kessel Kids.

$40 tickets include a free raffle entry, meal and two drink tickets.