Artwork by faculty in Northwestern College’s department of art and design is on display in the Te Paske Gallery through Feb. 27. The three-person exhibit features photographic transfers on paper by Phil Scorza, chalk pastel drawings and acrylic paintings by Meghan Charbonneau, and ceramic sculptures by Amy Williams. It marks the first time each artist […]
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!
Tuesday, February 25th, 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 […]
Wednesday, February 26th, it is Teencrafternoon; Bookmarks at the Sheldon Public Library. Teens ages 11-15 are invited to the Sheldon Public Library to an hour of fun making bookmarks using paperclips, googly eyes, and more! The event begins at 2:45 p.m.
Thursday, February 27th, it is Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship (SELF) at the Sheldon Public Library. Seniors, join the Sheldon Public Library and our O'Brien County Naturalist, Lindsey Kleinhesselink. Each month, there will be a 45-minute presentation to teach about a topic fitting into this year's theme: Creature Feature. There will be coffee and treats […]
Come to the Sheldon Public Library Thursday, February 27th, 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.
The Everly Dance, sponsored by Dance 4 Fun, will be held on Saturday, March 1st, at the Hap Kettelson Community Center in Everly. The doors are open at 6:15 p.m., the dance is from 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The band is Janene and the Machine. Put on your dancing shoes and come join us […]
The Melvin Fire Department Invites you to their annual breakfast and brunch Sunday, March 2nd, running from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Melvin American Legion Building. The menu includes pancakes, sausage, omelets, coffee, juice and milk. A free will donation will be taken and all proceeds will go towards upgrades to equipment and […]
Monday, March 3, it is Farmers and Gardeners at the Sheldon Public Library. ISU Extension and Outreach is so excited to bring Read Across America to the Sheldon Public Library. For kids in K – 5th grade
St. Paul Lutheran Church in Sheldon will have a BBQ supper on Monday, March 3rd. The Supper will start at 5:00 p.m. and will run to 6:30 p.m. with an auction to follow. The menu includes Smoked Pork Loin Sandwich, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Cornbread, Dessert and a beverage. A free will offering during the supper […]
Monday, March 3, it is Hygge Knitting with Nicole at the Sheldon Public Library. Enjoy a cup of tea and knit with Nicole. Beginners welcome. It is a meetup for adults and kids 5th-grade and older. The event starts at 6:30 p.m.
Come to the Sheldon Public Library Tuesday, March 4th, and pick up a Story Time To-Go Kit. Pick up an early literacy packet of activities and a craft, with tips on getting ready to read. It is for kids ages 3- to 5-years-old.
Tuesday morning, March 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 also welcome. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20 to 30 minutes, followed by […]
Women who are mothers, please come join the “Mom to Mom” Bible study that happens every first and third Wednesday each month between October and May. The Bible study is at Faith Community Church in Sheldon and runs from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and free childcare is provided.
Thursday, March 6th, come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chinese tile game Mah-Jongg. The event begins at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.
Monday, March 10th, it is Board Game Night at the Sheldon Public Library. Come to the library and play a variety of board games from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It is for all ages and everyone is welcome.
Tuesday morning, March 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 also welcome. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20 to 30 minutes, followed by […]
The American Red Cross will have a blood drive Wednesday, March 12th, at the First Christian Reformed Church Fellowship Hall in Sheldon. The blood drive will begin at 1:00 p.m. and run until 6:00 p.m. Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment, or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: SheldonIA.
Wednesday, March 12th, it is Makerspace: Giant Fort at the Sheldon Public Library. The post office gave us some giant boxes. It’s time for us to make a giant fort with them! This event is for K – though 6th - graders and it runs from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday, March 12th, First Reformed Church in Sheldon will have a pasta supper from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 1101 7th Street in Sheldon. A free will donation will be taken to help cover the cost of events and retreats this year.
Community Health Partners and Orange City Area Health System are hosting a Dementia Prevention program designed for anyone age 50-plus who does not have a dementia diagnosis and would like to learn more about ways to help prevent, or delay the disease. The program includes 10 scheduled classes, one-on-one meetings with subject matter experts, snacks, […]
Thursday, March 13th, come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chinese tile game Mah-Jongg. The event begins at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.
A Chautauqua (was an event in rural America that peaked in popularity at the turn of the last century. It brought entertainment and culture to the whole community, with speakers, musicians, showmen, preachers, and specialists of the day. President Theodore Roosevelt said, "It is a gathering that is typical of America at its best.” Victorian Morning […]
There will be three opportunities Saturday, March 15th, to meet Amie Adams "The Observer" at the Praire Woods Nature Center between 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Amie Adams is an Iowa Master Naturalist and author of The Observer. You will get to learn about a little-known Iowa naturalist named Olaf Wolden. Born in Emmet County […]
The Sheldon Area Unity Meal will be Monday, March 17th from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Living Water Community Church in Sheldon. Everyone is welcome and is encouraged to take a bag of groceries to take home after the meal.
Monday, March 17th, it is Evening Book Club Night at the Sheldon Public Library. Stop by the library to pick up a copy of "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid. This is for ages 16-and-over and starts at 6:30 p.m.
Come to the Sheldon Public Library Tuesday, March 18th, and pick up a Story Time To-Go Kit. Pick up an early literacy packet of activities and a craft, with tips on getting ready to read. It is for kids ages 3- to 5-years-old.
Tuesday, March 18th, come to Prairie Woods Nature Center for Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship (SELF). Independent Seniors, looking for a great place to gather with friends? Enjoy coffee, treats, fellowship and a short presentation. The topic is the "Secret Language of Stars" Call 712-552-3057 to preregister. Event times are 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and […]
Tuesday morning, March 18th, 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 also welcome. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20 to 30 minutes, followed by […]
Faith Community Church in Sheldon will be having a Pancake Supper Tuesday, March 18th, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A free will offering will be taken. All proceeds will go to sending kids to camp.
Women who are mothers, please come join the “Mom to Mom” Bible study that happens every first and third Wednesday each month between October and May. The Bible study is at Faith Community Church in Sheldon and runs from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and free childcare is provided.
Wednesday, March 19th, it is Domino Club at the Sheldon Public Library. Learn to build chain reaction domino creations. Each meeting, we’ll learn a new skill. This event is for allll ages, but kids younger than kindergarten need a caregiver with them. The event runs from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
For those that signed up before March 6th, Community Health Partners and Orange City Area Health System are hosting a Dementia Prevention program designed for anyone age 50-plus who does not have a dementia diagnosis and would like to learn more about ways to help prevent or delay the disease. The program includes 10 scheduled […]
Thursday, March 20th, come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chinese tile game Mah-Jongg. The event begins at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.
Saturday, March 22nd, it is Hunter Safety Field Day at the Prairie Woods Nature Center. Kids ages 11-and-over are invited to join us at the Prairie Woods Nature Center for this Hunter Safety Field Day. You will need to do two things online: register for class with a fee from the Iowa DNR at www.gooutdoorsiowa.com […]
Rejoice Community Church in Le Mars will be having their annual dinner auction Saturday, March 22nd. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. Cost is $45 per seat, or $325 per table of 8. The dinner, which includes brisket, or a teriyaki chicken dinner starts at 6:00 p.m. The silent auction and live auction will start […]
Monday, March 24th, come to the Sheldon Pizza Ranch from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for Pizza Ranch Impact Night: Conquering Cancer 4 O'Brien County. 10 percent of sales for the night will go to Conquering Cancer for O'Brien County, who supports individuals suffering from cancer in O'Brien County.
Tuesday morning, March 25th, 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 also welcome. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20 to 30 minutes, followed by […]
The O'Brien County Naturalist will be at the Sheldon Public Library Wednesday, March 26th, starting at 11:00 a.m. Lindsey will be talking about attracting birds to your yard, with a 20-minute lesson followed by about 20 minutes for a craft, or activity. This event is for adults and homeschooling families with an adult present.
Wednesday, March 26th, it is Teen Board Games Day at the Sheldon Public Library. Teens ages 11- to 15-years-old are invited to an hour of game playing, snacks, and socializing! The event starts at 2:45 p.m.
Wednesday, March 26th, the Middleburg Free Grace Church in Middleburg will have a Soup and Pie Supper from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event is sponsored by RCYF and a free will donation will be taken.
For those that signed up before March 6th, Community Health Partners and Orange City Area Health System are hosting a Dementia Prevention program designed for anyone age 50-plus who does not have a dementia diagnosis and would like to learn more about ways to help prevent or delay the disease. The program includes 10 scheduled […]
Thursday, March 27th, it is Senior Evironmental Learning and Fellowship (SELF) at the Sheldon Public Library. Independent seniors, looking for a great place to gather with friends? Join our O'Brien County Naturalist, Lindsey Kleinhesselink each month as there will be a 45-minute presentation to teach about a topic fitting into this year's theme: Creature Feature. […]
Thursday, March 27th , come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chinese tile game Mah-Jongg. The event begins at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.
The Sioux County Conservation Foundation is hosting a traveling exhibit at the Prairie Woods Nature Center now through the end of May. The exhibit is on the Tallgrass Prairie and is located in the Meeting Room on the main floor of the Nature Center. This exhibit is interactive for all ages. Measure your height against […]
Saturday, March 29th, it is Fossil, Artifact, Rock and Bone Day at the Prairie Woods Nature Center. Do you have a fossil, artifact or bone you would like identified? How about a rock you would like to show us? Bring it to the Prairie Woods Nature Center and we will attempt to help you identify […]
The Sheldon Civic Music Concert will be Monday, March 31st, starting at 7:30 p.m. at Sheldon High School. The Chad Lee Trio will perform. This performance is the third in the association's four-part concert series, bringing high-quality live music to the Sheldon community.
Tuesday April 1st 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 and more. Siblings are also welcome. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts for 20 to 30 minutes, followed by playtime.
Women who are mothers, please come join the “Mom to Mom” Bible study that happens every first and third Wednesday each month between October and May. The Bible study is at Faith Community Church in Sheldon and runs from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and free childcare is provided.
The Trinity United Church of Christ in Hartley invites you to their Beef Supper Wednesday, April 2nd from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The dinner includes roast beef with the trimmings. Dine-in and Drive-through will both be available..
For those that signed up before March 6th, Community Health Partners and Orange City Area Health System are hosting a Dementia Prevention program designed for anyone age 50-plus who does not have a dementia diagnosis and would like to learn more about ways to help prevent or delay the disease. The program includes 10 scheduled […]
Thursday, April 3rd, come to the Sheldon Public Library and learn about the Chineese tile game Mah-Jongg. The event begins at 1:30 p.m., it is for all ages and beginners are welcome.
The Matlock Fire Department will have a Burger Feed Saturday, April 5th, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. A free will donation will be taken and proceeds will go towards a SCBA filling station.
The 28th Annual Sioux County Sportsmen's Club Banquet will be Saturday, April 5th, starting at 5:00 p.m. at the Unity Christian Knight Center. The cost is $60 for adults ages 16-and-over and $20 for kids ages 15-and-under. The dinner runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the program starting at 7:00 p.m. Grand prizes […]