4/1/2025
Tuesday, April 1, 12 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Bring a sack lunch to the Lied Irwin Public Library and listen to author Bill Douglas talk about his book, The People are Kind. This is a history book about Iowa.
4/1/2025
Today is the day! The Shelby County Golf Course & Clubhouse officially opens it doors today. Everyone is welcome to check out the restored clubhouse, which is under new management and to explore the many affordable golf membership options. 4/2/2025
Wednesday, April 2. Harlan Community High School Students will contribute several hours of volunteer work in the many communities that HCHS serves.
Persons are asked to call the high school at 712-755-3101 and asked for Jami Andersen. You can also contact her via email. Jobs will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. The deadline to call is Wednesday, March 26.
4/3/2025
Taekwondo at the Wellness Center is BACK from January through May 2025, 6 - 7:30 pm for 2nd graders and up. Come back for our Thursday evening lessons for kiddos in the second grade and up. To sign-up, go to https://bit.ly/3QFQNxK or speak with someone at the PFWC's front desk.Participants do not need to be a PFWC member to enroll for this class.
4/3/2025
Thursday, April 3, 6:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Its Bunny Bonanza at the Library!
Learn from local experts about the care of rabbits; 4-H members will share their knowledge of Rabbit Showmanship
Rabbit Agility demonstration
Bunny Crafts & Activities
Prize Drawings
Live rabbits to see and touch.
4/4/2025
Friday, April 4, Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Bar and Kitchen open at 5 pm. Bingo starts at 7 pm. Free and winner gets prizes!4/4/2025
Community 1st Credit Union, 1414 Chatburn Avenue, Harlan, will be hosting an open house on Friday, April 4, 8:30 - 4:30 pm. A ribbon cutting with the Shelby County Chamber will take place at 10 am.
4/4/2025
Every Friday during Lent, Friday March 7 through Friday, April 11, 5:30 - 7 pm. St. Michael's Rosman Parish Center, 1509 Linda Lane, Harlan.Serving, fried fish, baked fish, fish tacos, baked potato or French fries, mac 'n cheese, coleslaw, dinner roll, and dessert. Dine in or drive through (fish tacos are dine in only).
Cost: adults - $15, children ages 4 - 12 - $5, ages 3 and under - free.
4/4/2025
Tow nights - Friday, April 4 and Friday, April 11, 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Shelby Fire Department, 402 Center Street, Shelby. $15 pollock, fries or Mac N Cheese or pasta salad & coleslaw, drink & dessert. Dine- in or To-go.
Kids basket: $8 grilled cheese, fries, or Mac N Cheese.
4/6/2025 - 4/12/2025
National Library Week, April 6 - 12, 2025, is a celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.This year's theme “For a Richer, Fuller Life, Read.”
4/6/2025
The Easter Bunny will be visiting Harlan Social Energy & Nutrition two separate days. His first visit will be on Sunday, April 6, 12 - 2 pm and then again on Sunday, April 13, 9 - 11 am. They are located at 1023 7th Street, Harlan. 4/6/2025
Sunday, April 6, 8 - 11:30 am. St. Mary's Parish Hall, 200 N. 2nd Street, Panama. Pancake & Sausage Breakfast. Proceeds to fund final payment on the sign north of town. Sponsored by the Panama Sign Committee4/6/2025
Sunday, April 6, 8:30 - noon. St. Peter's 2nd Annual Pancake Breakfast with Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar. This event will be held at St. Peter's Hall, 402 5th Street, Defiance. Featuring - The Pancake Man.Free will donation. Specialty drinks - $10.
4/7/2025 - 4/12/2025
April 7 - 12. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 9 - 11 am & 1 - 4 pm
Wednesday: 9 - 4 pm
Friday, 9 - 11 am & 1 - 5 pm
Saturday: 9 - 11 am.
4/7/2025
Monday, April 7, 10 - 10:30 am. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Join us to kick-off National Library Week. We will have refreshments available, kids' activity and an update from the Library Director.
4/8/2025
Tuesday, April 8, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin Hannah Steinmetz, a native to Iowa, is coming to the Lied Irwin Public Library to talk about her book, Ambition's Hour. This is a historic fiction novel. Refreshments will be served.
4/8/2025
Tuesday, April 8, 1 pm. Elk Horn Public Library 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Come celebrate National Library Week at the Elk Horn Public Library. Visit their Enchanted Forest and refreshments will be served. 4/8/2025
Tuesday, April 8, 12 - 1 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Book - "Either/Or" by Elif Batuman. It is available at the library. This book club is open to the public.
4/8/2025
Tuesday, April 8, 4 - 6 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin.Workshop will include: Tasty treats, writing process to publish a book, activities, Q & A.
4/9/2025
Wednesday, April 9, 11 - 1 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin.Come enjoy lunch at the library. A variety of soups to choose from, along with dessert. This event is free!
4/9/2025
Wednesday, April 9, 5 - 6:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Kick back and relax with this easy going group. Each month we choose a new book to read. It can range from historical fiction, thriller or just warm and cozy. The book club meets at 5pm the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Social is 5-5:30 with discussion beginning at 5:30pm. If you are interested in joining the club please contact the library director for location details at info@harlanlibrary.org or 755-5934.
4/10/2025
Thursday, April 10, 4 - 6 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. This casual, open-house event invites families, parents, and the community to share ideas on how the museum’s campus can be more welcoming and engaging. It also celebrates the student work created during their Focus Group at area schools.
The museum will be open for free, including access to the new exhibition, “Lay of(f) the Land” which debuts that evening. Refreshments will be provided.
4/10/2025
Taekwondo at the Wellness Center is BACK from January through May 2025, 6 - 7:30 pm for 2nd graders and up. Come back for our Thursday evening lessons for kiddos in the second grade and up. To sign-up, go to https://bit.ly/3QFQNxK or speak with someone at the PFWC's front desk.Participants do not need to be a PFWC member to enroll for this class.
4/10/2025
Iowa Western Community College, in partnership with First Responders Foundation, is offering free first responders specific training sessions at their Council Bluffs, Clarinda, Page/Fremont, and Shelby County locations. These courses focus on enhancing skills, personal growth, wellness, and community impact for first responders. Classes will be held from 6 - 8 pm. Training courses are free and open to the public Register today.
4/10/2025
Thursday, April 10, 6 - 7:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Ann Hanigan Kotz will be presenting on the Prohibition & Iowa's Bootlegging History, which goes along with her book, “Moonshine by Moonlight.” Check out her website for more information. This program is for participants age 19 and older.
4/11/2025
Friday, April 11, 7 pm. Milk & Honey is teaming up with the Shelby County Historical Museum for Disney Trivia. This event will be held at Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Bar & Kitchen open at 5 pm. For all ages. Trivia starts at 7 pm. $5 per team- 2-4 people per team.
Get tickets here.
4/11/2025
Friday, April 11, 12 - 4 pm. Join us at Harlan Social Energy & Nutrition, 1023 7th Street, Harlan, as we celebrate Library Outreach. The Book Bike will be loaded with Free Books for everyone and Harlan Social will have a "library" inspired tea of the day.4/11/2025
10 - 3 pm. Join the Harlan Community Library staff at Harlan Social, 1023 7th Street, Harlan, on Friday, April 11th, 12 - 4 pm, as we celebrate Library Outreach. The Book Bike will be loaded with Free Books for everyone and Harlan Social will have a "library" inspired tea of the day.4/11/2025
Every second Friday of each month, the Shelby Community Hall in Shelby is hosting Game Day from 2 - 4 pm. Make sure to stop by for games, fun, socialization and treats. 4/11/2025
Every Friday during Lent, Friday March 7 through Friday, April 11, 5:30 - 7 pm. St. Michael's Rosman Parish Center, 1509 Linda Lane, Harlan.Serving, fried fish, baked fish, fish tacos, baked potato or French fries, mac 'n cheese, coleslaw, dinner roll, and dessert. Dine in or drive through (fish tacos are dine in only).
Cost: adults - $15, children ages 4 - 12 - $5, ages 3 and under - free.
4/11/2025
Tow nights - Friday, April 4 and Friday, April 11, 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Shelby Fire Department, 402 Center Street, Shelby. $15 pollock, fries or Mac N Cheese or pasta salad & coleslaw, drink & dessert. Dine- in or To-go.
Kids basket: $8 grilled cheese, fries, or Mac N Cheese.
4/12/2025 - 4/13/2025
Saturday, April 12, 9 - 5 pm and Sunday, April 13, noon - 2 pm, 201 2nd Street, Portsmouth. 4/12/2025
Saturday, April 12, outside lot on the west side of the Harlan HyVee, 2003 Chatburn Avenue, Harlan. Starts at 9 am sharp! The Easter Bunny will be here for pictures after the Candy Dash until 11 am.
Event will be held inside in case of rain.
4/12/2025
Saturday, April 12, 2 pm. Jacqueline Reinig, author of "Secrets of the Academy of Quill Snap" will be at the Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. There will be faery treat give aways and a book signing!
4/12/2025
The Lied Irwin Public Library has partnered with Christian's Rise Donuts from Harlan. Stop in Saturday morning, April 12, and pick up donuts of all kinds from 9-11am, or until sold out. You may also pre-order, call (712) 782-3335. Orders are due April 9th at noon. Cash or check only. 4/13/2025
The Easter Bunny will be visiting Harlan Social Energy & Nutrition two separate days. His first visit will be on Sunday, April 6, 12 - 2 pm and then again on Sunday, April 13, 9 - 11 am. They are located at 1023 7th Street, Harlan. 4/13/2025
Palm Sunday, April 13, 5 pm. St. Michael's Parish Hall, 2001 College Place, Harlan. Maundy Thursday, April 17, 7 pm. Faith Family Church, 2099 Chatburn Avenue, Harlan.
4/13/2025
Sunday, April 13, 11:30 am, after Mass. Panama Firehall/Baseball Diamond, 4/13/2025
Sunday, April 13, 8 - 1 pm. Kirkman Community Building, 106 State Street, Kirkman. Serving all your favorites. All you can eat - Free-will donation. Proceeds go for the well-being of members and the community.
4/13/2025
Sunday, April 3, 9 - noon. St. Mary's Parish Hall, 200 N 2nd Street, Panama. Fundraising event hosted by The Shelby County Trails Board. 4/14/2025
The spring Dutch oven class will be held at Nishna Bend Nature Center, 514 Maple Rd, Harlan, on Monday, April 14 at 5:30 p.m. Preregistration is required and can done by calling Iowa Western Community College in Harlan at 712-755-3568. The cost of the class is $15 for adults, $10 for kids ages five to ten, and free for kids under the age of five. We will be making meatloaf, triple corn casserole, mac and cheese, biscuits, enchiladas, BBQ chicken pizza and two desserts.
4/16/2025
Wednesday, April 16, 10 - 12 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Showing, "Citizen Kane". Join the staff on Wednesday for this classic movie. They will serve popcorn and donuts.
4/17/2025
Palm Sunday, April 13, 5 pm. St. Michael's Parish Hall, 2001 College Place, Harlan. Maundy Thursday, April 17, 7 pm. Faith Family Church, 2099 Chatburn Avenue, Harlan.
4/17/2025
This introductory course provides a powerful foundation in LEAN principles to unlock and level up your organization's efficiency and productivity. Through practical learning, you will discover ways to reduce waste, optimize processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Who Should Attend: This course is idea for professionals from all industries, including managers, team leaders, and specialists in manufacturing, healthcare, business operations, government, and logistics. Small business owners, service industry employees, and continuous improvement enthusiasts will also benefit.
4/17/2025
Taekwondo at the Wellness Center is BACK from January through May 2025, 6 - 7:30 pm for 2nd graders and up. Come back for our Thursday evening lessons for kiddos in the second grade and up. To sign-up, go to https://bit.ly/3QFQNxK or speak with someone at the PFWC's front desk.Participants do not need to be a PFWC member to enroll for this class.
4/17/2025
Iowa Western Community College, in partnership with First Responders Foundation, is offering free first responders specific training sessions at their Council Bluffs, Clarinda, Page/Fremont, and Shelby County locations. These courses focus on enhancing skills, personal growth, wellness, and community impact for first responders. Classes will be held from 6 - 8 pm. Training courses are free and open to the public Register today.
4/18/2025
Friday, April 18, 6 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Bar and kitchen open at 5pm. All are welcome to participate or come enjoy the music!4/19/2025
Portsmouth Easter Egg Hunt Saturday April 19th, 11am City Park. 2000 eggs and prizes. For children age 0-9. Sponsored by City of Portsmouth and the Portsmouth Business Association.4/19/2025
Saturday, April 19, 10:30 am. Kimballton City Ball Diamonds. Hosted by Danish Villages Improvement Organization Hunt followed by hot dog lunch - free will donation. Kids ages 10 and under.
4/19/2025
Easter is on its way! Let Student Council Egg Your Yard for a fun Easter surprise! Deadline to sign up is April 14th.Use the link to sign up!
https://tinyurl.com/StuCoEggMyYard2025
Questions? Contact Abby Curren at abicurren@hcsdcyclones.com
4/19/2025
Saturday, April 19, 10 am. Shelby County Chamber of Commerce & Industry Atrium, 1901 Hawkeye Avenue, Ste 101, Harlan.This will be the last legislative coffee for this session.
4/19/2025
Saturday, April 19, 8 - 12 pm. Christian's Rise Donuts, 614 Market Street, Harlan. 4/20/2025
Sunday, April 20, 10 – 2 pm. Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. Serving scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage links, pancake bites, cinnamon rolls, broasted chicken, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, biscuits & gravy, dinner rolls, home fries, and glazed spiral ham. Also enjoy a Bloody Mary or Mimosa. $18.99 per person.
4/21/2025
Monday, April 21, 8 - 2 pm. Myrtue Medical Center Auble Room, 1213 Garfield Avenue, Harlan. Please contact Ruth Pitkin at 712-755-4316 to schedule an appointment. 4/21/2025
Monday, April 21, 9 - 3 pm. Shelby County Extension Office, 906 6th Street, Harlan.
Cost is $20 (non-refundable) Open to any youth of babysitting age. Class size is limited to 12 per class. Registration will close once the class is full. Please complete registration by Friday, April 11. Lunch will be provided.
4/23/2025
LEAN Classes will be available on Wednesday, April 23, 12 - 4 pm at IWCC - Shelby County Center, 1901 Hawkeye Avenue, Room 114, Harlan. Cost is $150. Visit https://www.iwcc.edu/ce/trades-amp-manufacturing/ for more information regarding this course or call 712-325-3256.
4/23/2025
This introductory course provides a powerful foundation in LEAN principles to unlock and level up your organization's efficiency and productivity. Through practical learning, you will discover ways to reduce waste, optimize processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Who Should Attend: This course is idea for professionals from all industries, including managers, team leaders, and specialists in manufacturing, healthcare, business operations, government, and logistics. Small business owners, service industry employees, and continuous improvement enthusiasts will also benefit.
4/24/2025
Thursday, April 24, 2:30 - 4 pm. CoffeeGirl, 612 Market Street, Harlan. Free refreshments will be served. Topic: Planning for the Future. Learn about care options available for yourself or a loved one. Space is limited, RSVP to Libby by April 18, 712-355-8469 or lhiers@countryhouse.net.
4/24/2025
Taekwondo at the Wellness Center is BACK from January through May 2025, 6 - 7:30 pm for 2nd graders and up. Come back for our Thursday evening lessons for kiddos in the second grade and up. To sign-up, go to https://bit.ly/3QFQNxK or speak with someone at the PFWC's front desk.Participants do not need to be a PFWC member to enroll for this class.
4/25/2025
The Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin, will be hosting their BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Club, 5:30 pm on the following Fridays:Friday, March 28; Friday, April 25, and Friday, May 30.
Bring a book you are currently reading to the library. We will spend some quiet time reading our own books. Then we will go around and talk about our book.
4/25/2025
Friday, April 25, 5 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Join us for a special evening meal that will be heavy on salads and lighter on the fare!No tickets required. Take outs welcome! All ages karaoke at 7pm!
4/25/2025
Friday, April 25, 6 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Join Deborah King for sip and paint. Ticket includes a free drink. Bar and kitchen open at 5pm
4/25/2025
A beautifully moving musical about two lives - one love - told in opposite directions. 4/25/2025
Friday, April 25, 10 - 4 pm. Fareway, 1910 23rd Street, Harlan. Donations will be given to West Central Community Action. 4/25/2025
Friday, April 25, 5:30 - 6:30 pm. This event will be held at Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Silent reading will begin at 5:30 pm. Participants are encouraged to grab one of Milk & Honey's specialty drinks or a snack to munch on while enjoying their book. Reading will last for 45 minutes and then the last 15 minutes will be used to discuss what everyone is reading.
4/26/2025
Have you been spring cleaning out your files? Save the dates for SCSB's 2025 Shred Days!HARLAN WEST BRANCH, 2010 23rd Street, Saturday, April 26 @ 9-11 AM
IDA GROVE BRANCH, 200 Moorehead Avenue, Tuesday, June 10 @ 9-10 AM
DANBURY BRANCH, 202 Main Street, Tuesday, June 10 @ 10:30-11:30 AM
4/26/2025
A beautifully moving musical about two lives - one love - told in opposite directions. 4/26/2025
Saturday, April 26, 9 - 11 am. Veterans Auditorium, 1104 Morningview Drive, Harlan. There will be many booths and activities that will provide health and safety education and awareness to children from pre-school through 5th grade. All activities and booths will be interactive with hands-on fun.
4/26/2025
Saturday, April 26, 9:30 - 12:30 pm. Elk Horn Public Pool, 4227 Salem Street, Elk Horn. Yearly pool clean up day! Bring your power washers, muck boots, shovels (no metal) and 5 gallon buckets!
4/26/2025
Saturday, April 26, 6 - 8 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Emily's Papercrafts will be teaching us the Art of Iris Folding. All supplies are provided. Register at https://www.harlan.lib.ia.us/events
4/27/2025
A beautifully moving musical about two lives - one love - told in opposite directions. 4/28/2025
CDL Class A. A four week course. Cost - $4.700March 24 - Council Bluffs, Harlan, SWITCH (Hastings, IA).
April 28 - Council Bluffs, Atlantic, Clarinda.
May 27 - Council Bluffs, Harlan, SWITCH (Hastings, IA).
CDL Class b. A 2-3 week course. Cost - $2,000
March 24 - Council Bluffs, Harlan, SWITCH (Hastings, IA).
April 28 - Council Bluffs, Atlantic, Clarinda.
May 27 - Council Bluffs, Harlan, SWITCH (Hastings, IA).
For more information, check out IWCC's website call 712-325-3246 or email tscheffler@iwcc.edu
4/29/2025
Tuesday, April 29, 5:30 - 8 pm. Location: St. Boniface Parish Hall, 305 Duren Street, Westphalia. Sponsored by Shelby County Extension & Farm Service Cooperative. RSVP to the Shelby County Extension, 712-755-3104 or email Diane by Wednesday, April 23.
4/30/2025
Join us at Coffeegirl, 612 Market Street, Harlan on March 26th, 10 - 11 am for Coffee & Coloring. We will bring the coloring materials, you bring your creativity & Coffeegirl will have some amazing drinks available for purchase. This is a great activity to gather with friends or to make new ones.4/30/2025
Wednesday, April 30, 7 - 9 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan.Kick back and relax with this easy going group. Each month we choose a new book to read. It can range from historical fiction, thriller or just warm and cozy.
The book club meets at 7pm the last Wednesday of the month. If you are interested in joining the club please contact the library for location details at info@harlanlibrary.org or 755-5934.