Events

If you have heard horror stories about pressure cookers and are afraid of the new batch of electronic pressure cookers, this is the class to take to get over those fears and learn how to use this tool to your advantage. In this class we’ll make some basics and explore some of the more exotic […]

Does the art of cake decorating fascinate you? This hands-on class will cover the fundamentals so you will be able to decorate your own cake masterpieces! Information will also be shared with you on the types of frostings and cakes. You will learn writing techniques, how to make different types of flowers, piping borders, and […]

Fin-tastic Storytime is a program offered by the Sheldon Public Library. You can attend on Tuesdays at 10:30 am or at 1:30 pm for this program. Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3- to 6-years old.

Grief Share is a faith based grief support program at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1225 2nd Avenue in Sheldon, for 13 weeks, through November 19th, 2019. The group will meet every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, with all materials provided. While you will receive the greatest benefit if attending all the sessions, we […]

Want to learn a new hobby, improve your day-to-day life or experience a relaxing outing with friends? At Northwest Iowa Community College, we are striving to develop programming that is relevant, up-to-date, informative and FUN. Consider taking this class! Using Your Digital Camera in the Manual Mode: What’s an F-stop? How do you get a […]

Wiggle Worms will meet at the Sheldon Public Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 am Songs, stories and activities for 1- and 2-year-olds with their caregiver, lasting 20 to 30 minutes. Siblings are welcome.

The American Red Cross will be holding a Blood Drive on Thursday, October 3rd, from 1:00 - 7:00 pm at the Sanborn Community Center. For more information or to  schedule your donation call Deb at 712-348-2484 or go to redcrossblood.org. Sign up with Rapid Pass at redcrossblood.org/RapidPass New donors encouraged and Walk-ins welcome!

The Western Christian High School FFA Chapter is sponsoring a tailgate Friday, October 4 prior to the West Sioux at Western Christian football game.   The Lyon County Pork Producers will be preparing delicious pork loins plus chips and beans. Serving starts at 5:30 PM. Proceeds benefit the Western Christian FFA  Chapter. 

The Sheldon Orabs Music Boosters will be hosting a Tailgate Supper at Orab Field on Friday, October 4th, prior to the game against Sioux Center, starting at 5:30 pm. They will be serving Apple BBQ Shredded Chicken sandwiches, chips and a cookie. Also that evening the Orab Music Boosters will be selling raffle tickets at a […]

Archer Annual Firemen’s Benefit Saturday, October 5, 2019 Lunch from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Archer Fire Station Serving chili, vegetable beef, chicken noodle soup, taverns, hot chicken sandwiches, pies, bars and a drink.  Free will donation.

The O’Brien County Conservation is getting ready to celebrate another holiday in the park this year! Ghosts, princesses and action figures are invited to come out to Mill Creek Park in early October!  The Conservation Board is offering free camping to patrons who camp on the nights of October 4 & 5.  In exchange, the […]

The Sheldon Crossroads Pavilion will be hosting its first bridal fair featuring wedding vendors of all kinds on Sunday, October 6th, from 1:00 - 4:00 pm! Future brides can register on our website to be entered into the grand prize drawing which will be $500 in Bridal Bucks! Bridal Bucks can be cashed in with […]

Fin-tastic Storytime is a program offered by the Sheldon Public Library. You can attend on Tuesdays at 10:30 am or at 1:30 pm for this program. Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3- to 6-years old.

Looking to learn more about CPR? Just starting out? An experienced Provider? This class will go through the steps of scene safety and assessment, CPR, AED, and team work. CPR can be a daunting task, but when the time comes for you to perform, will you be ready? This certification level was formerly known as […]

Grief Share is a faith based grief support program at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1225 2nd Avenue in Sheldon, for 13 weeks, through November 19th, 2019. The group will meet every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, with all materials provided. While you will receive the greatest benefit if attending all the sessions, we […]

Wiggle Worms will meet at the Sheldon Public Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 am Songs, stories and activities for 1- and 2-year-olds with their caregiver, lasting 20 to 30 minutes. Siblings are welcome.

MakerSpace: Clay Bowls – Wednesday, October 9th, 2:45 – 4:00 pm We’ve got a big block of air dry clay, ready for your experiments. For K – 8th graders

Octoberfest Saturday, October 12 at Lake Pahoja Come on out for a great time at the lake!  This year we swapped things up a little so make sure to check times 1 - 4 pm Activities at West Shelter ($5/wristband gains access to all activities, kids under 2 are free) Bouncy Houses Rides-horse rides, train […]

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 next program in the series is “Luscious Leaves” which will be held at the Prairie […]

The Sheldon Prairie Queen Kiwanis will be holding their Annual Pancake Supper on Monday, October 14th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Sheldon Community Services Center. Tickets are $6, children under the age of 5 are free. Proceeds support Local Children's Programs and NCC Scholarships.

Family Storytime – Monday, October 14th @ 6:30 Join us to share books and activities to get your children ready to read. Designed for 3- to 6-year-olds, the whole family is welcome.

The O’Brien County Conservation Board has been offering a variety of events to celebrate space this year.  The next event on the calendar is “Hunter’s Moon Hike.”  This event will be held at the Prairie Heritage Center, 4931 Yellow Avenue, on Monday, October 14 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Participants will learn more about the practice […]

Fin-tastic Storytime is a program offered by the Sheldon Public Library. You can attend on Tuesdays at 10:30 am or at 1:30 pm for this program. Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3- to 6-years old.

Grief Share is a faith based grief support program at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1225 2nd Avenue in Sheldon, for 13 weeks, through November 19th, 2019. The group will meet every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, with all materials provided. While you will receive the greatest benefit if attending all the sessions, we […]

Wiggle Worms will meet at the Sheldon Public Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 am Songs, stories and activities for 1- and 2-year-olds with their caregiver, lasting 20 to 30 minutes. Siblings are welcome.

An exciting opportunity for youth to get involved in outdoor activities will be held on Saturday, October 19.  The O’Brien County Conservation Board is hosting a Youth Pheasant Hunt at the Crosbie Wildlife and Nature Youth Center, 4270 Roosevelt Avenue, Primghar.  The event begins at 8:00 a.m. This will be followed by a warm up […]

The O'Brien County Relay For Life committee invites all residents to show their support during Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing pink on Monday, October 21. There will be a bake sale at Fareway and Hy Vee in Sheldon from 3:00-6:00 pm on Monday, the 21st. There will also be a Community Impact Night  at […]

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, October 21st at 6:00 pm. This is open to all ages, families and individuals in an atmosphere of love and acceptance.

Fin-tastic Storytime is a program offered by the Sheldon Public Library. You can attend on Tuesdays at 10:30 am or at 1:30 pm for this program. Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3- to 6-years old.

The Boyden American Legion and Auxiliary invites you to a Dad's Belgian Waffle Feed on Tuesday, October 22 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the Demco Community Center in Boyden.   Free-will offering will be taken, carryouts available.

Looking to learn more about CPR? Just starting out? An experienced Provider? This class will go through the steps of scene safety and assessment, CPR, AED, and team work. CPR can be a daunting task, but when the time comes for you to perform, will you be ready? This certification level was formerly known as […]

Wiggle Worms will meet at the Sheldon Public Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 am Songs, stories and activities for 1- and 2-year-olds with their caregiver, lasting 20 to 30 minutes. Siblings are welcome.

Get in the spirit of Halloween by making fun Halloween crafts! Kids in Kindergarten - 6th grade are invited to come out to the Sheldon Public Library on Wednesday, October 23rd to make fun Halloween crafts! Please preregister by calling the library at 712-324-2442 to ensure there are enough supplies.

Christian pop rock band Newsboys United will bring their Greatness of our God Tour to Northwestern College on Thursday, October 24th, 2019. The concert will begin at 7:00 pm in the Rowenhorst Student Center. General admission tickets are $25 and can be purchased now through www.newsboys.com and in Northwestern’s bookstore in the RSC beginning August […]

Volunteers are still needed! If you can help, please call Karen at 712-324-9718 or Tricia at 712-899-3532.

Hunting for pumpkins takes on a new twist with this archaeology program offered by the O’Brien County Conservation Board.  Bring your family and friends out to the Prairie Heritage Center, 4931 Yellow Avenue, on Saturday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m. to take part in a “Great Pumpkin Hunt.” Learn about the worldwide practice of hunting […]

St Andrew Church at 716 8th St., Sibley is having a Benefit Brunch for Brian & Nicole Block on Sunday following the 10:30 mass.   The Blocks have 2 young daughters & a new baby & recently lost most of their possessions in a fire at their home. We will be serving Egg Bake, Rolls, […]

The Adult Coloring Group will meet at the Sheldon Public Library on Monday, October 28th at 6:30 pm. This for high school and older, join us for coloring & fellowship! Bring your own supplies or use ours!

Fin-tastic Storytime is a program offered by the Sheldon Public Library. You can attend on Tuesdays at 10:30 am or at 1:30 pm for this program. Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3- to 6-years old.

Grief Share is a faith based grief support program at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1225 2nd Avenue in Sheldon, for 13 weeks, through November 19th, 2019. The group will meet every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, with all materials provided. While you will receive the greatest benefit if attending all the sessions, we […]

Wiggle Worms will meet at the Sheldon Public Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 am Songs, stories and activities for 1- and 2-year-olds with their caregiver, lasting 20 to 30 minutes. Siblings are welcome.

Trick-or-Treating in Sheldon will be taking place on Thursday, October 31st, 2019. 4:30 - 5:30 pm - Downtown Businesses 5:00 - 7:00 pm - Citywide 6:00 - 7:00 pm Sanford Senior Care

Blue Monkey Gallery in Archer will be holding their Annual Open House on Saturday, November 2nd, 2019, from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at the gallery on Main street. Stop by and check out all their unique gift and art items, from paintings to pottery and everything in between! Refreshments will also be served. This […]

Sanborn Christian Harvest Sale Saturday, November 2 Sanborn Christian Gymnasium Lunch 11:30-1:00 Pulled Pork and Creamed Turkey Sandwiches, Baked Beans, Oreo Fluff, Chips and Dessert Children’s Store 1:00-1:30 Auction starts at 1:30