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Public Ice Fishing Event at Sandy Hollow Recreation Area
2025-01-25 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
We can’t wait to see you and your family on the ice! Bring a bucket to sit on and we will provide the rest! We will pre-drill the holes, provide bait, poles and discuss the types of fish you may catch, the equipment being used. We will feature guest instructor and Clam Outdoors Pro, 11th grader Rowan Oostra from Sioux Center. Entry fee to the park is waived during the time of the event. Those aged 16 and over actively fishing must have a valid Iowa fishing license.
Partners: BBQ sandwiches provided by Backdraft BBQ, food supplies by Sioux Center HyVee and Sioux County Conservation Foundation. Door prizes by Vexilar, Clam, Robohawk, and Sioux Prairie Pheasants Forever. Please pre- register online or call 712-552-3057.
This event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Janurary 25th

Lego Saturdays at Sheldon Public Library
2025-01-25 10:30 - 13:30, 2025-02-01 10:30 - 13:30, 2025-02-08 10:30 - 13:30, 2025-02-15 10:30 - 13:30
Lego Saturdays – Saturdays, 10:30 – 1:30
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages – children under 8 must be with a caregiver

"Crunch for a Cause" at Sheldon Taco John's
2025-01-27 15:00 - 19:00
Join Sheldon Taco John’s for “Crunch for a Cause” Monday, January 27th.
Taco John’s will donate 15% of sales from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to Conquering Cancer for O’Brien County.

Sheldon Christian School Baked Potato Supper
2025-01-27 17:00 - 19:00
Come to Sheldon Christian School Monday, Jan. 27th for their Baked Potato Supper from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Menu includes a loaded baked potato, lettuce salad, fruit cups, homemade desert and a beverage. A freewill offering will be taken.

Adult Coloring and Knitting Night
2025-01-27 18:30
Adult Coloring and Knitting Night – Monday, March 25 @ 6:30
Enjoy an evening of coloring or working on your favorite hobby. Ages 16+

Toddler Time at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-01-28 10:30 - 11:00
Tuesday, January 28th, Toddler Time is back at the Sheldon Public Library.
Designed for 1- to early 3-year-olds and their caretaker, we share books, songs, fingerplays, felt boards, whole body movement & more. Siblings are welcome to join us. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20-to-30 minutes, followed by playtime.

O'Brien County Naturalist at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-01-29 11:00 - 12:00
The O’Brien County Naturalist will be at the Sheldon Public Library Wednesday, January 29th.
Lindsey will be talking about macrame gnomes. The event starts at 11:00 a.m., followed with a 20-minute lesson and about 20 minutes for a craft, or activity. For adults and homeschooling families with an adult present.

Mah-Jongg at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-01-30 13:30 - 16:30
Thursday, January 30th, come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chineese tile game Mah-Jongg. The event starts at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.

Sierra Meyer saxophone performance at Dordt University
2025-01-31 19:00 - 22:00
Sierra Meyer, a senior nursing student from Doon, Iowa, will present a saxophone recital on Friday, January 31st, at 7 p.m. in the B.J. Haan Auditorium at Dordt University.
Meyers’ program will feature the three movements of Sonata for Eb Saxophone and Piano by Paul Creston, Caprice en Forme de Valse by Paul Bonneau, and the first movement of Concerto for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Charles L. Booker. These pieces will showcase her versatility in both classical and jazz saxophone repertoire.
For more information, please see our press release: https://www.dordt.edu/news/dordt-nursing-student-to-perform-saxophone-recital-in-bj-haan-auditorium

An Evening of Dance presented by Orange City Arts
2025-02-01 19:00 - 22:00
Orange City Arts presents An Evening of Dance on Saturday, February 1st, at 7:00 p.m., hosted at the Unity Knight Center. This annual event brings together some of the finest talent from local dance studios, showcasing a captivating array of performances set to an eclectic mix of music genres, including jazz, hip-hop, tap, and more.
Featured dance studios include: Elite Dance & Tumbling, MOC-Floyd Valley Dance Team, Central Dance Academy, Illuminate Dance Project, and The Turn Around.
This evening promises to be a celebration of artistry, rhythm, and grace, as local dancers take to the stage.
Tickets are available for purchase online at orangecityarts.org or in person. Adults – $10, Students – $5, and Children 5 and Under – Free. Don’t miss this chance to experience the beauty and energy of live dance performances.
For more information, please contact: Orange City Arts Phone: 712-707-4510 Email: info@orangecityarts.org

Reminder from the City of Sheldon: No parking on lawns
2025-02-03 - 2025-02-28
The City of Sheldon wants to remind everyone that its zoning code does not allow boats, campers, trailers or vehilces to be parked on lawns.
In addition to being unsightly, this creates issues for private utility lines. Paved parking is required.
Thank you for helping to keep Sheldon looking nice!

Author Visit: Michelle Cowan at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-03 17:30 - 18:30
Monday, February 3rd, visit with Michelle Cowan, the author of “Better not Bitter”, at the Sheldon Public Library.
Join Michelle as she discusses her new book. She will talk about the journey towards forgiveness for the drunk driver who took her husband’s life and how her faith was challenged, but ultimately, her faith only grew.
This event is for all ages and runs from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Hygge Knitting with Nicole at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-03 18:30 - 20:00
Starting at 6:30 p.m. Monday, February 3rd, at the Sheldon Public Library it is Hygge Knitting with Nicole.
Enjoy a cup of tea and knit with Nicole. Beginners welcome. A meetup for adults and kids 5th grade and older.

Story Time To-Go Kits at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-04
Tuesday, February 4th, come to the Sheldon Public Library for a Story Time To-Go Kit.
Pick up an early literacy packet of activities and a craft, with tips on getting ready to read. For kids 3-5 years old.

Toddler Time at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-04 10:30 - 11:30
Tuesday, February 4th, it is Toddler Time at the Sheldon Public Library.
It is designed for 1- to early 3-year-olds and their caretaker. We share books, songs, fingerplays, felt boards, whole body movement & more. Siblings are welcome to join us. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20 – 30 minutes, followed by playtime.

Northwestern College's Annual Day of Giving
2025-02-06
Northwestern College will hold its annual Day of Giving on Thursday, Feb. 6. Titled AllNDay, the event is designed to encourage alumni and friends of the college to be “all in” with their support for Northwestern.
This year’s AllNDay will include an “Eras of Excellence” competition, “President’s Office Takeover,” and challenges for parents and first-time givers.
This year, anonymous donors have pledged to match all AllNDay gifts up to a total of $100,000, effectively doubling the amount of each person’s gift. That matching amount triples for gifts of $25 or more made between noon and 1 p.m. In addition, AllNDay donors may use their gift to vote for one of five “Eras of Excellence”: the 1960s and before, the 1970s, the 1980s, the 1990s, and 2000 to the present.
AllNDay gifts may be made at any time via the Day of Giving website, allnday.nwciowa.edu. Updates on AllNDay giving will be posted on the website throughout the day on Feb. 6.

Mah-Jongg at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-06 13:30 - 16:30
Thursday, February 6th, come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chinese tile game Mah-Jongg.
It starts at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.

Owl Prowl at Praire Woods Nature Center
2025-02-07 18:00 - 20:00
February is a great time for hearing owls during their courtship and egg-laying season. We will meet at the Prairie Woods Nature Center for an hour of learning about owls. Then we will spend the second hour hiking and calling for owls including barred, great horned and screech owls. Dress warmly and feel free to bring a flashlight covered with a red cloth or cellophane. Sioux County’s very own live barred owl will make its appearance! Pre-registration is appreciated.
This event is on February 7th and runs from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Melvin 313 Soup Supper and Bingo Night
2025-02-08 17:00 - 22:00
The Melvin 313 Club is holding it’s annual Soup Supper and Bingo Night Saturday, February 8th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Melvin American Legion Building.
The Melvin 313 Club will be serving potato soup, chili and chicken noodle. Desert is provided by the Baker Roadrunners Club.
Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. Cost is $10 per card. Popcorn and refreshments will also be served courtesy of Iowa State Bank.

Sheldon Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast
2025-02-09 09:00 - 11:00
The Sheldon Knights of Columbus will be having a benefit and Waffle Supper for Troy Seivert to help with his medical expenses while he undergoes cancer treatment.
The breakfast will be Sunday February 9th, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the basement of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sheldon. Everyone is invited to attend.

Former NCAA Coach Mark Potter Speaking At Northwestern College
2025-02-10 10:00 - 2025-02-12 12:00
Mark Potter, former head men’s basketball coach at Newman University, will speak about mental health issues at Northwestern College Feb. 10–12.
On Monday, Feb. 10, at 7 p.m. in Christ Chapel, Potter will share his personal story of overcoming severe depression at the height of his coaching career. In addition to providing education about the symptoms of depression and where to find support, he will also identify practical ways to train both the mind and body to reach their full potential.
Potter will also give the chapel message Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 11:05 a.m. in Christ Chapel, and will be featured in a Northwestern NED Talk Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 10:05 a.m. in the Vogel Community Room of the DeWitt Learning Commons. All events are free and open to the public.
The winningest coach in the history of Newman University’s men’s basketball program, Potter has 30 years of head coaching experience and has been named one of the top 15 most influential people in the Wichita, Kansas, sports world. In his 19 seasons at Newman, Potter led the Jets to their final three NAIA tournament appearances and, after Newman athletics earned Division II status, to the program’s only NCAA tournament appearance. A member of the Cowley College and Newman University halls of fame, Potter has given nearly 300 talks at businesses, middle schools, high schools and colleges across the country since retiring from coaching in 2017.
For more information, visit Potter’s website at d2up.org.

Board Game Night at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-10 18:00 - 20:00
Monday, February 10th, it is Board Game Night at the Sheldon Public Library.
Come to the Sheldon Public Library to play a variety of board games from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It is for all ages.

Toddler Time at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-11 10:30 - 11:30
Tuesday, February 11th, it is Toddler Time at the Sheldon Public Library.
It is designed for 1- to early 3-year-olds and their caretaker. We share books, songs, fingerplays, felt boards, whole body movement & more. Siblings are welcome to join us. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20 – 30 minutes, followed by playtime.

Wild Child Nature Series at Praire Woods Nature Center
2025-02-12 10:00 - 14:00
Attention animal and nature lovers ages 2 through 5! Our Wild Child Nature Series is a one-hour nature- based experience that will get your child exploring, moving, playing and using their senses. An adult is required to join child(ren). No fee. Pre-registration required.
Event times are at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. This event will be on Feburary 12th.

MakerSpace: Printmaking at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-12 14:45 - 15:45
Wednesday, February 12th, it is MakerSpace: Printmaking at the Sheldon Public Library.
Learn about printmaking and create some art! For K – 6th graders and the event runs from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Ladie's Night Out
2025-02-13 08:00 - 17:00
Ladie’s Night Out will be Thursday, April 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Eat, Drink, Shop, Mingle and Laugh! It is at the Crossroads Pavilion Event Center in Sheldon (301 34th Ave.). The special guest speaker is Sandy Spady.
The Cost is $40 per person and tickets are available at the Sheldon Chamber and Development Corporation located at 416 9th Street in Sheldon; Vamp Salon located at 907 3rd Ave. in Sheldon; and Uptown Threats at 303 9th Street in Sheldon. You may also purchase tickets online at www.sheldoniowa.gov
Attendees must be 18 years of age or older.

Mah-Jongg at the Sheldon Public Library
2025-02-13 13:30 - 16:30
Thursday, Feburary 13th, come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chinese tile game Mah-Jongg.
The event starts at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.
