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Sandy Hollow will host its Trick‑or‑Treat Hike on Saturday, October 3rd from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Kids 12 and under can trick‑or‑treat through the campground. Food trucks available; no registration required.
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Sandy Hollow will host its Trick‑or‑Treat Hike on Saturday, October 3rd from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Kids 12 and under can trick‑or‑treat through the campground. Food trucks available; no registration required. 
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver.
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Dance 4 Fun will host a community dance on Saturday, October 3rd at the Hap Ketelsen Community Center in Everly. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., and dancing runs from 7 to 10:30 p.m. The band for the evening will be The Senders Review. Guests are welcome to bring snacks to share, and both singles and married couples are invited to enjoy a fun night on the dance floor. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will launch its Reading Dragons Challenge on Monday, October 5th. Kids can register and earn fun prizes as they read through May 31st. 
The library will host a Makerspace session on Monday, October 5th at 3:45 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 11 can make structures for marbles to run down. 
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. |
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New storytime to-go kits will be available at the Sheldon Public Library on Tuesday, October 6th. These early‑literacy packets include activities, crafts, and reading tips for children ages 3 to 6. 
The Sheldon Public Library will present a Dragon Storytime on Tuesday, October 6th at 10:15 a.m. Kids ages 3 to 6 can enjoy stories all about dragons. 
The Sheldon Public Library will hold a special Fire Safety Storytime on Tuesday, October 6th at 1:30 p.m. Families can learn about fire safety and then visit the Fire Station. All ages are welcome.
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The Sheldon Ministerial Association will host the first Coats for Kids distribution event on Tuesday, October 6th from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Bethel Reformed Church, 711 6th Avenue in Sheldon. Families can pick up coats, hats, gloves, and other winter essentials to help keep children warm this season. There will be a second distribution on November 3rd. |
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The Orange City Chamber will host a Business & Family Flu Shot Clinic on Wednesday, October 7th from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Security National Bank basement in downtown Orange City. The clinic is open to employees of Chamber businesses and their children ages 12 and older. Participants should bring a completed consent form and a copy of their insurance card. Regular‑dose and 65+ high‑dose vaccines will be available; those needing the high‑dose option may also contact the Orange City Area Health System Medical Clinic at 737‑2000. --Consent Form Link--
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LifeServe will host a Boyden‑Hull High School blood drive on Wednesday, October 7th from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Boyden‑Hull High School, 723 1st Street in Hull. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Donors can schedule at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903.
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A Western Christian High School blood drive will take place Wednesday, October 7th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Western Christian High School, 925 5th Street in Hull. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Appointments available at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. |
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LifeServe will host a Rock Valley community blood drive on Thursday, October 8th from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Faith Reformed Church, 1305 7th Street. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Donors may schedule at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. 
The Sheldon Public Library will offer Toddler Time on Thursday, October 8th at 10:15 a.m. Children ages 0 to 3 can enjoy movement, singing, and play. 
Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults |
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Lyon County Conservation invites the public to Octoberfest on Saturday, October 10th at the east shelter of Lake Pahoja. The seasonal celebration will feature food, activities, and family‑friendly fall fun. Additional details will be announced as the event approaches.
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The Rock Rapids Chamber of Commerce will host the Rock Rapids Vendor Market on Saturday, October 10th from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Forster Community Center. More than 40 vendors will be on hand offering a variety of products and services, with food available throughout the event. Admission is free. For a complete list of vendors, visit Rock Rapids Chamber or find the Rock Rapids Chamber of Commerce on Facebook.
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The Sheldon Prairie Museum will celebrate its 50th anniversary with an Open House on Saturday, October 10th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event takes place at the museum, located just west of the Sheldon Public Library. Visitors are invited to stop in, explore the exhibits, and help mark five decades of preserving Sheldon’s prairie and community history.
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will host Game Day on Monday, October 12th at 3:45 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 16 can play games throughout the library, from Nex Playground to classic board games.
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. 
The Sheldon Public Library will hold a Board Games night on Monday, October 12th at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome to join in and play a variety of games. |
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A Sioux Center High School blood drive will take place Tuesday, October 13th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sioux Center High School, 1031 13th Avenue NE. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Appointments available at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. 
The library will present an Autumn Storytime on Tuesday, October 13th at 10:15 a.m. Kids ages 3 to 6 can enjoy stories celebrating the changing season.
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LifeServe will host a Hull community blood drive on Tuesday, October 13th from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Hull Library, 1408 Main Street. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Donors can schedule at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will hold a Pumpkin Decorating Contest on Wednesday, October 14th at 2:30 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 16 can decorate pumpkins for Halloween; pre‑registration is required, and the winning pumpkin earns a prize.
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. |
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Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. |
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Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver. |
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A Hospers community blood drive will be held Monday, October 19th from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hospers Community Center, 211 Main Street. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Appointments available at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. 
The Sheldon Public Library will hold a STEAM Coding session on Monday, October 19th at 3:45 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 16 can explore the world of coding.
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. |
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New storytime to-go kits will be available at the Sheldon Public Library on Tuesday, October 20th. These early‑literacy packets include activities, crafts, and reading tips for children ages 3 to 6.
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Prairie Woods Nature Center will offer Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship sessions on Tuesday, October 20th at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Seniors can enjoy fellowship and a presentation on spelunking. 
The Sheldon Public Library will host a Monster Storytime on Tuesday, October 20th at 10:15 a.m. Kids ages 3 to 6 can meet fuzzy, friendly monsters through stories.
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LifeServe will host a Hawarden community blood drive on Tuesday, October 20th from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hawarden Public Library, 803 10th Street. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Donors may schedule at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. |
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The Sheldon Public Library invites O'Brien County Naturalist Kylie Holdorf to present Spiders & Webs on Wednesday, October 21st at 2:30 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 11 can learn all about spiders and their webs.
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. |
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An Orange City community blood drive will take place Thursday, October 22nd from 9:05 a.m. to 2 p.m. at American Reformed Church. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Appointments available at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903.
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The Sheldon Public Libary will host a Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship session on Thursday, October 22nd from 10 to 11 a.m. Seniors can learn about crows, magpies, and jays with Kylie Holdorf, followed by conversation and treats.
Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults |
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The Youth Mentor Hunt will be held Saturday, October 24th from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Rock Valley Gun Club. Youth ages 12-15 who have completed hunter education can participate. Pre‑registration required.
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver.
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The Prairie Arts Historical Park will host a Halloween Carnival on Saturday, October 24th from 1 to 3 p.m. at 1423 Park Street in Sheldon. Families are invited to enjoy games, prizes, candy, and Halloween fun for all ages. Guests are encouraged to come in costume and take part in an afternoon of festive activities at the park. For more information, call 712‑899‑3532. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will hold a STEAM Dominoes session on Monday, October 26th at 3:45 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 11 can explore domino‑based STEAM fun.
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. 
The Sheldon Public Library will host its first Bake and Share event on Monday, October 26th at 6 p.m. Adults are invited to bring a homemade dessert, a recipe card to swap, and a serving utensil. Plates and silverware will be provided. |
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LifeServe will host a Promise CHC blood drive on Tuesday, October 27th from 9:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Promise Community Health Center, 33 4th Street NW in Sioux Center. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Donors can schedule at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. 
The Sheldon Public Library will present a Pumpkin Storytime on Tuesday, October 27th at 10:15 a.m. Kids ages 3 to 6 can enjoy pumpkin‑themed stories.
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. |
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Prairie Woods Nature Center will host Wild Child Nature Series sessions on Wednesday, October 28th at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. Ages 2-5 must be with an adult. Pre‑registration required.
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A Sioux Center Health blood drive will be held Wednesday, October 28th from noon to 3:30 p.m. at Sioux Center Health, 1101 9th Street SE. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LifeServe Blood Center reminds the public that more than 25% of the nation’s blood supply supports cancer patients through surgery, treatment, and recovery. A single donation can help provide strength and healing for someone fighting breast cancer right here in our community. Rolling up your sleeve takes about an hour, but the impact lasts far longer. Appointments available at lifeservebloodcenter.org or 800‑287‑4903. 
The Sheldon Public Library will hold a Makerspace Halloween Costume session on Wednesday, October 28th at 2:30 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 16 can make their own Halloween costumes. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will host Halloween Storytime on Thursday, October 29th at 10:15 a.m. Ages 0 to 6 can enjoy spooktacular stories and are welcome to come in costume.
Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults
Sanborn Golf & Country Club will offer Harvest Specials throughout October, available Monday through Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. for carryout only. Customers can order five cheeseburgers with fries or tots for $60, 40 bone‑in wings with fries or tots for $50, or 60 boneless wings with fries or tots for $50. Pizza will also be available. To place an order, call 712‑930‑5600 or text 712‑363‑5426. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will have a Trick-or-Treat on Friday, October 30th at 4:30 p.m. Kids can stop in during downtown trick‑or‑treat for non‑food goodies. All ages welcome. 
Immanuel Christian Reformed Church will hold its Apple Pie Fundraiser, with frozen pie pickup at Sheldon Christian School. Pickup times are Friday, October 30th from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, October 31st from 8 to 11 a.m. Pies are $20 each, with proceeds supporting the Christian Education Society. Orders can be placed online at tinyurl.com/bestapplepies. 
Scaritage Park: Back from the Dead is going on October 24th, 30th, and 31st from 7 to 10 p.m. Participants will check in at the Primghar Golf Course before taking a ride into the haunted attraction. Admission is $15 per person. The haunted experience supports a nonprofit organization, with proceeds helping fund community events. |
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Immanuel Christian Reformed Church will hold its Apple Pie Fundraiser, with frozen pie pickup at Sheldon Christian School. Pickup times are Friday, October 30th from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, October 31st from 8 to 11 a.m. Pies are $20 each, with proceeds supporting the Christian Education Society. Orders can be placed online at tinyurl.com/bestapplepies.
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver.
Scaritage Park: Back from the Dead is going on October 24th, 30th, and 31st from 7 to 10 p.m. Participants will check in at the Primghar Golf Course before taking a ride into the haunted attraction. Admission is $15 per person. The haunted experience supports a nonprofit organization, with proceeds helping fund community events. |
