The Sibley-Ocheyedan Community School District is offering free summer lunches. Meals are available for students 18-and-under at no cost. Pickup times are from Noon to 12:30 p.m. Pickup locations include the Ocheyedan Town Hall and the north side of the Sibley-Ocheyedan High School. Stop by and pick up your meals to go, courtesy of the […]
Sheldon Celebration Days is quickly approaching and we need YOUR help! Below is a list of different volunteer opportunities for Monday, September 1. If you would be willing to donate an hour or two of your time, we would be extremely grateful. Ticket Booth (selling wristbands for the inflatables on Monday, September 1) […]
Sheldon Community School District is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), age or disability, and there will be no discrimination during the course of the […]
Sheldon’s Farmer’s Market is now open at the Train Depot, 1200 S. 2nd Avenue every Monday from 4:30 to 6:30 pm from now Thru September 1st!! This farmer's market sells fresh vegetables, canned goods and much more! Sheldon’s Farmers Market at the Train Depot from 4:30 to 6:30 pm every Monday!!
The Community Blood Bank will have a Blood Drive at the Osecola Regional Health Center Tuesday, July 29th, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Then after lunch it will reopen from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Donors can schedule a donation by calling the hospital at 712-754-5358. As a token of appreciation, all donors will […]
Let the Wild Rumpus Storytime Start with middle school art teacher Marci Cabrera Tuesday, July 29th, at 10:15 a.m. at the Sheldon Public Library. Let’s read and play in the expressive, imaginative world of The Wild Things by Maurice Sendack. This event is for ages 1- to 6-years-old and their caregivers.
The 2025 Youth Art Show will run from 7/30/25 to 8/20/25 at the Stadscentrum in Orange City. Open Monday's and Tuesday's from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Wednesday's from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Winners will be announced on August 20th, can visit the website to view art at www.orangecityarts.org
Monday, August 4th, is Hot Dog Day in Downtown Sheldon from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Various businesses in downtown Sheldon will have hot dogs for you to eat and various businesses will also take part to the Top Dog Contest where you vote for your favorite hot dog.
Wednesday, August 6th, and every Wednesday in the month of August at the Sheldon Public Library is Wacky Wednesday. Every Wednesday in the month of August will have a different theme. Come to the library, match the theme and get a small prize.
Join Orange City Arts at Windmill Park in Orange City, for a free concert! Kate Voss & The Hot Sauce is a high-energy, vintage-inspired band led by award-winning vocalist and bassist Kate Voss. Blending Hot Club, Western Swing, Blues, and classic hits from the‘50s and ‘60s, the band delivers a lively, feel-good experience that gets the […]
Ocheyedan Days of Olde will be Thursday, August 7th, Friday, August 8th, and Saturday, August 9th, in Ocheyedan. The schedule of events are pictured below:
Board Game Night at the Sheldon Public Library is Monday, August 11th. Come to the library to play a variety of board games from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This event is for all ages and all are welcome.
Everyone aged 11-and-older are invited to the Prairie Woods Nature Center for a Hunter Education Classroom Course Tuesday, August 12th, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Participants must stay for the whole class and you must register for the course at www.gooutdooriowa.com. Once you have registered, you will receive and email with the Hunter Safety […]
Wednesday, August 13th, and every Wednesday in the month of August at the Sheldon Public Library is Wacky Wednesday. Every Wednesday in the month of August will have a different theme. Come to the library, match the theme and get a small prize.
Attention Iowa farmers and agribusiness pros: A 500,000+‑bushel grain facility, with office/shop, feed building, Grain stroage, building storage, truck scale and full grain handling system — is up for online auction, ending Thursday, August 14th in Coulter, IA. Visit DPAAuctions.com or call Chad Henning at 319‑483‑8907 for info. DPA Auctions. Auctions Made Simple.
The Scott Koedam Memorial Orab Booster Club Golf Outing will be Saturday, August 16th. Registration is from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. with a shot gun start at 10:00 a.m. Cost is $80 per player and the cost covers 18 holes with an 8" cup of golf, cart, lunch and several prizes. Proceeds support the […]
The Sheldon Area Unity Meal will be at Living Water Community Church Monday, August 18th, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to attend and take home a bag of groceries after the meal.
Wednesday, August 20th, and every Wednesday in the month of August at the Sheldon Public Library is Wacky Wednesday. Every Wednesday in the month of August will have a different theme. Come to the library, match the theme and get a small prize.
The 78th Little Rock Corn Show starts Wednesday August 20th and runs thru Sunday August 24th! Wednesday starts with a cruise night from 6 to 8 pm and the Annual Pork Feed from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Thursday brings you Bingo from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and other activities throughout the day. Friday the […]
Saturday August 23rd, join the Melvin Fire Department at De Graaf County Park in Melvin for their 10th Annual Fireman's Cook-Off & Cash Raffle Drawing! For more details, see their Facebook page.
Wednesday, August 27th, is the final Wacky Wednesday in th month of August at the Sheldon Public Library . Come to the library, match the theme and get a small prize.
Parents/Guardians of 9-11 grade students, CollegeWise, a service from the ACT company, is offering a free webinar Wednesday, September 27th, for parents/guardians to learn more about helping their student prepare themselves for the college application and decision-making process. Again, it is Wednesday, September 27th and 6:30 p.m.. You can sign up at the following link […]
The economic development organizations in northwest Iowaare teamming up to offer $10,000 in prize money for The BIG Challenge grant competition. The BIG Challenge encourages entreprenuers to Build, Innovate and Grow their business in northwest Iowa. The contest gives entreprenuers and small business owners the opportunity to submit their dreams to start, or expand a […]
The Prairie Woods Nature Center will have a special game for Labor Day weekend from Saturday, August 30th, to Monday, September 1st. The Sioux County Conservation Board will have a self-led Game Cruise at Oak Grove Park. Pick up a game card at the Prairie Woods Nature Center and cruise by vehicle through the park […]
Sheldon Celebration Days is soon upon us. Save August 30th through September 1st for a fun – exciting weekend. Events include Yoga Sculpt + Flow with CKS, 2 Sheldon Hall of Fame inductee's,Car cruise and burn out contest, Celebration Days Parade, a glow Walk, Fly in Pancake Breakfast, Aircraft display, Arts and Crafts in the […]
Today is the last day of the 2025 summer season for the Sheldon’s Farmer’s Market at the Train Depot, 1200 S. 2nd Avenue from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This farmer's market sells fresh vegetables, canned goods and much more! Sheldon’s Farmers Market at the Train Depot from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for the […]
Come to the Sheldon Public Library Tuesday, September 2nd, and pick up a Story Time To-Go Kit. Pick up an early literacy packet of activities and a craft with tips on getting your child ready to read. These packets for for kids ages 3- to 5-years-old.
There is a garage sale happening at 4979 2060th Street in Ashton, or six miles north of Sheldon until 5:30 p.m. tonight as well as from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. tomorrow. Come visit the garage sale for more information.