Events

Love INC is preparing for the start of their winter session of Loving Help classes in both Sheldon and in Primghar. Classes are available for anyone living in O'Brien County. Classes will begin on January 10, 2019 and run through March 21, 2019. Classes are free and will be held Thursday evenings from 6:30-7:30. Free […]

The Sibley Christian Reformed Church invites you to the concert of the Cornerstone Quartet which will be given on Sunday afternoon, January 13th, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in the Christian Reformed Church. The group consists of four men from Leota, MN. Invite your friends to join you and come to hear the message they will be […]

Join us for a movie on your day off school! It's a fairly recent release, rated PG. Call the library at 324-2442, or stop in the library for more details. Children under 8 need to be accompanied by a caregiver.

Come out to the Sheldon Public Library on Monday, January 14th, at 6:30 pm for a fun program with the O'Brien County Naturalist. Learn how color is used by animals and plants, and find color in your own winter landscape! This program is open to all ages and will be taking place in the community […]

Central Lyon High School and Community Blood Bank are joining forces to help ward off winter blood shortages by hosting a blood drive event.  The blood drive will be held on Wednesday, January 16 from 7:30 am to 11:00 am and 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm at Central Lyon High School.  All blood donations will […]

Little Explorers will be taking place at the Sheldon Public Library on Wednesday, January 16th, at 10:30 am. Open playtime for little ones, ages 1 to 3, and their caregivers that will focus on sensory play and construction toys.

You will learn to draw what you see. Improve your hand/eye coordination and ability to translate the 3-dimensional world onto a 2-dimensional surface. Supplies are provided with your class fee. Must be registered by January 14 to allow time for supplies to be ordered. Dennis Hart has an MFA in visual art from Vermont College […]

Caring for loved ones as they age is never an easy task. At times it can be difficult to know what to do as their needs change. Elderbridge Agency on Aging, along with Huisenga Law, will be hosting a free buffet dinner for caregivers at 5:30 pm on Thursday, January 17th at the Pizza Ranch […]

The natural world is filled with color, shape, and design.  In 2019, the O’Brien County Conservation Board will be hosting a monthly Nature’s Art series to engage people of all ages in looking at nature through an artistic lens. The first of the series will begin with a Color Hike on Saturday, January 19th.  Meet […]

Sheldon Christian School will have their annual Baked Potato Supper on Monday January 21, 2019, at the school gym from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Come on out for a warm baked potato with all the delicious toppings, plus a salad, roll and homemade dessert. A free will donation will be received

The Ashton American Legion will be holding their Annual Soup & Dessert Supper on Monday, January 21st, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Community Building in Ashton. They will be serving homemade soups, sandwiches, and desserts with a freewill offering being accepted. Proceeds will go to the Honor Flight Program.

The Sheldon Area Unity Meal is a free banquet style meal served every 3rd Monday at Living Water Community Church in Sheldon. This month it will be held on Monday, January 21st at 6:00 p.m. This is open to all ages, families and individuals in an atmosphere of love and acceptance.

Osceola Community Hospital and Community Blood Bank are coming together to ensure an adequate blood supply for the community through the first months of 2019 by hosting a community blood drive on Wednesday, January 23 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm.       “Volunteers coming forward to donate blood is […]

Germantown Pancake Feed Wednesday January 23rd St. John's Community Center in Germantown Serving from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm and from 5:00 - 7:00 pm Free Will Offering Proceeds will be given to Paullina and Granville Fire Departments.

The Sheldon St. Patrick’s Knights of Columbus are hosting their Annual Spelling bee at St. Patrick’s School on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 10:00 am.   Registration forms can be obtained at Sheldon Public, Catholic, or Christian Schools prior to the day of the event. Pre-registration will also take place on that morning at 9:30 am. […]

On Saturday January 26th, 2019 the Little Rock Town & Country Club will be putting on a Fish Fry w/ Bingo to Follow. All You Can Eat, Free Will Donation The Meal will Run From 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Bingo will follow at around 7:15 pm for cash prizes.

The Sheldon Knights of Columbus will be sponsoring a Free Throw Contest on Sunday, January 27, 2019, at 1:00 pm.  The contest will take place at the Village Northwest Unlimited Gymnasium (in the Wansink Center).  Doors will open at 12:00 pm for registration and practice shooting.  Boys and girls who are 9-14 by January 1, […]

The St. Patrick's School Board will be holding a Taco Supper fundraiser on Monday, January 28th, 2019, from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. They will be serving hard shell, soft shell, and walking tacos in the church basement. Open to everyone. Be sure to come out and help support St. Pat's School!

Dr Todd Miedema, owner of Miedema Chiropractic Clinic used a program called Optavia to lose 50 pounds in less than 4 months and also saw massive positive changes in his health and energy levels. He  would like to give the same opportunity to you as well. He and his health coaches with Optavia will be […]

Northwest West Iowa Area Singles will have a dance on Saturday, February 2nd at the Hap Kettlesen Center in Everly from 7:30 pm - 11:00 pm.   The band will be "The Jessie James Band" and the theme is "Circle of Friendship". Singles, couples (married couples, too!!) are welcome to join us for a fun evening […]