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Little Rock will host the 79th Annual Corn Show August 26th through 30th, celebrating this year's theme, "Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom." Camper hookups are available at Town & Country Park and City Park. Wednesday, August 26: Cruise Night down Main Street from 6 to 8 p.m., and the Lyon County Pork Producers Feed under […] |
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Join the Sheldon Public Library for STEAM After School on Monday, August 31st at 3:45 p.m. Ages 6-16 will explore coding through hands‑on activities. 
The Farmers Market at the Sheldon Train Depot opens Monday, June 1st. The market runs every Monday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. through September 7th at the depot, 1200 S. 2nd Avenue. Shoppers can find fresh vegetables, homemade goodies and more each week.
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ISU Extension and Outreach, the Sioux County Conservation Board, and local conservation experts will launch the Master Conservationist Program this fall -- a five‑week blended online and in‑person series designed to help participants better understand Iowa's natural resources, ecosystems, conservation history, and current challenges while learning practical ways to become informed stewards and community conservation […] |
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The Sheldon Public Library will have new Storytime To‑Go Kits available on Tuesday, September 1st. Each packet includes early‑literacy activities, crafts, and tips for getting ready to read. For ages 3-6. 
Join the Sheldon Public Library for Sports Storytime on Tuesday, September 1st at 10:15 a.m. Kids ages 3-6 can enjoy stories all about sports. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will host STEAM on Wednesday, September 2nd at 2:30 p.m. Kids ages 6-16 can build and decorate birdhouses. |
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LifeServe Blood Center will host a Sioux Center blood drive on Thursday, September 3rd from 1 to 6 p.m. at Centre Mall, 251 N. Main Avenue. September's drives honor patients fighting childhood cancer and sickle cell disease -- conditions for which blood transfusions are essential. Appointments may be scheduled at lifeservebloodcenter.org or by calling 800‑287‑4903. 
Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults 
Northwestern College will host a “Happy Birthday, USA” concert on Thursday, September 3rd at 7:30 p.m. in Christ Chapel. The White Spruce Chamber Players, a Sioux Falls-based ensemble known for bringing fresh energy to chamber music, will perform iconic American works in celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary. A freewill donation will be collected to […] |
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8 events,Sheldon Celebration Days is going on September 5th through 7th with a full weekend of activities across the community. Saturday, September 5th: Power and Flow Yoga in the Park at 8 a.m., a free movie at Main Street Theatre at 10 a.m., mini‑rod tractor pulls north of Casey's from 1:30 to 4 p.m., and the […] 
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 Avenue of Flags will be displayed in honor of Labor Day. Flags will be put out on Saturday, September 5th, with retirement scheduled for 5 p.m. on Monday, September 7th. Volunteers are invited to help with setup on the east side of City Park. All times are weather‑dependent. Updates will be shared on […] 
The Sheldon Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 7th for Labor Day.
The Farmers Market at the Sheldon Train Depot opens Monday, June 1st. The market runs every Monday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. through September 7th at the depot, 1200 S. 2nd Avenue. Shoppers can find fresh vegetables, homemade goodies and more each week. |
3 events,Registration for the Halloween Hike opens Tuesday, September 8th at 8 a.m. by calling 712‑552‑1047. Campers receive free camping in exchange for candy for 800 children. Prize awarded for Best Decorated Campsite. 
Join the Sheldon Public Library for a Crayon Storytime on Tuesday, September 8th at 10:15 a.m. Ages 3-6 will enjoy stories centered around crayons.
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The Master Conservationist Program continues this fall through ISU Extension and Outreach, the Sioux County Conservation Board, and local conservation experts. The five‑week series blends online learning with in‑person sessions across Sioux County, helping participants deepen their understanding of Iowa’s natural resources and conservation challenges. Session #2, Aldo Leopold and the Prairie, will be held […] |
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Seasons Center will host a free ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) on Wednesday and Thursday, September 9th and 10th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office in Emmetsburg. ASIST is an intensive, two‑day, skills‑based training that helps participants recognize opportunities for suicide intervention, build confidence in responding, and […]
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Seasons Center will offer a free Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Wednesday, September 9th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville. The evidence‑based course teaches participants how to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance‑use challenges in young people, and how to connect youth […]
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LifeServe Blood Center will host a Primghar community blood drive on Wednesday, September 9th from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Primghar Fire Station, 360 3rd Street SE. September's drives honor patients fighting childhood cancer and sickle cell disease -- conditions for which blood transfusions are essential. Appointments may be scheduled at lifeservebloodcenter.org or by […] |
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Rock Valley High School will host a Community Blood Drive on Thursday, September 10th at 1712 20th Avenue in Rock Valley. Donation hours are 7:30 to 11 a.m. and 12:30 to 3 p.m. Appointments can be reserved by calling the school office at 712‑476‑2701. All donors will receive a $15 Scooters gift card as a […]
Seasons Center will host a free ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) on Wednesday and Thursday, September 9th and 10th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office in Emmetsburg. ASIST is an intensive, two‑day, skills‑based training that helps participants recognize opportunities for suicide intervention, build confidence in responding, and […] 
The Sheldon Public Library will host Toddler Time on Thursday, September 10th at 10:15 a.m. Ages 0-3 can move, sing, and play. |
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The Sheldon Avenue of Flags will be displayed on Friday, September 11th, in honor of Patriots Day. Volunteers are invited to help set up the flags at 7 a.m. on the east side of City Park, with flag retirement scheduled for 5:30 p.m. All times are weather‑dependent. Updates will be shared on our website and […] 
Northwestern College will host a piano concert on Friday, September 11th at 7:30 p.m. in Christ Chapel, featuring concert pianists Dr. Woori Kim Smith and Dr. Curtis Smith. The duo will perform Frederic Chopin's complete ballades and scherzos -- a collection rarely presented in a single program due to its musical and technical rigor. The […] |
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Lyon County Conservation will host a Hunter Education Field Day on Saturday, September 12th from 8 a.m. to noon at the Rock Rapids Gun Club. This session fulfills the field‑day requirement for Iowa’s hunter education program. Registration is required.
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver. |
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A Sutherland community blood drive will be held Monday, September 14th from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the R.L. Johannsen Center, 110 Ash Street. September's drives honor patients fighting childhood cancer and sickle cell disease -- conditions for which blood transfusions are essential. Appointments may be scheduled at lifeservebloodcenter.org or by calling 800‑287‑4903.
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ISU Extension and Outreach, the Sioux County Conservation Board, and local conservation partners are offering the Master Conservationist Program this fall -- a five‑week blended series focused on Iowa's ecosystems and conservation history. Session #3, the NRCS Bus Tour, will take place Monday, September 14th from 6 to 8 p.m. at a location to be […] 
Join the Sheldon Public Library for Board Games on Monday, September 14th at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will have new Storytime To‑Go Kits available on Tuesday, September 15th. Each packet includes early‑literacy activities, crafts, and tips for getting ready to read. For ages 3-6.
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Sioux County Conservation will host a Fall Birding Walk on Tuesday, September 15th from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Big Sioux Recreation Area in Hawarden. Guest instructor Tucker Lutter of the Loess Hills Audubon Society will join a Sioux County Conservation Naturalist for a morning of bird watching during the early fall migration, a […]
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The Community Blood Bank will host a Sheldon Chamber Blood Rive at KIWA Radio on Tuesday, September 15th. The drive is located at 411 9th Street in Sheldon. Donation times run from 9 to 12:30 and 2 to 4:30. Donors must be at least 17 years old (or 16 with parental consent), weigh 110 pounds […]
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Prairie Woods Nature Center will offer Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship sessions on Tuesday, September 15th at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Seniors can enjoy fellowship and a presentation on star gazing. |
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The Sheldon Public Library will host Game Day on Wednesday, September 16th at 2:30 p.m. Ages 6-16 can play games throughout the library, from the Nex Playground to classic board games.
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The Archer Block Party will be held Wednesday, September 16th from 5 to 7 p.m. on the lawn of the Archer Reformed Church. Ribeye sandwiches and hot dogs will be served, with lawn activities available for all ages. Everyone who knows where Archer is -- is invited. |
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LifeServe will return to Sioux Center for a blood drive on Thursday, September 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Centre Mall, 251 N. Main Avenue. September's drives honor patients fighting childhood cancer and sickle cell disease -- conditions for which blood transfusions are essential. Appointments may be scheduled at lifeservebloodcenter.org or by calling 800‑287‑4903.
Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults
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Seasons Center will host "Activating True Resilience" on Thursday, September 17th from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Hope Church in Spencer. The seminar features internationally recognized keynote speaker Allison Massari, presenting on the five kinds of courage leaders, caregivers, and professionals can use to strengthen resilience and navigate the emotional demands of supporting others. Massari, a […] |
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Prairie Woods Nature Center will host a Live Eagle Presentation on Saturday, September 19th, from 10 to 11 a.m. Guest naturalist Christina Roelofs of Shelby County and the Iowa DNR will present Callie, a non‑releasable adult female bald eagle. Roelofs has more than 20 years of raptor‑education experience. The program is free, sponsored by the […]
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Prairie Woods Nature Center will host a Live Eagle Presentation on Saturday, September 19th from 10 to 11 a.m. Naturalist Christina Roelofs will present Callie, a non‑releasable adult bald eagle. Pre‑registration encouraged; bring a lawn chair.
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The St. Mary’s Catholic Daughters will hold their Fall Harvest Sub Sandwich Sale on Saturday, September 19th at the Ashton Legion Community Building. Subs are $5.50 each and available for pickup from 10 to 11 a.m. Orders must be placed by September 10th by calling Nancy Marnach at 712‑348‑1369, Cindy Corbett at 712‑348‑5591, or Barb […] |
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3 events,The Sheldon Area Unity Meal will be at Living Water Community Church Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to attend and take home a bag of groceries after the meal.
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The fall Master Conservationist Program -- offered through ISU Extension and Outreach, the Sioux County Conservation Board, and local conservation experts -- continues its five‑week exploration of Iowa's natural resources, ecosystems, and conservation leadership. Session #4, Watershed Health and Fish Shocking, will be held Monday, September 21st from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Big […] 
The Sheldon Public Library's Evening Book Club meets Monday, September 21st at 6:30 p.m. Pick up a copy of "The Giver of Stars" by Jojo Moyes. For ages 16+. |
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The American Red Cross will host a Sheldon Community Blood Drive on Tuesday, September 22nd from 1 to 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of First Christian Reformed Church. Donors can schedule an appointment by calling 1‑800‑RED‑CROSS or visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering "SheldonIA". Rapid Pass is available online for those who want to complete pre‑donation […] The Orange City Arts Council will present "Enhake Winds" in concert on Tuesday, September 22nd at 6:30 p.m. in Northwestern College's Christ Chapel. The orchestral ensemble, made up of accomplished music faculty from across the country, is known for adventurous yet accessible programming and performances of exceptional intensity. Their work has been praised by Fanfare, […] |
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Prairie Woods Nature Center will host Wild Child Nature Series sessions on Wednesday, September 23rd at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. Ages 2-5 must be with an adult. Pre‑registration required. 
O’Brien County Naturalist Kylie Holdorf will present Fall Equinox on Wednesday, September 23rd at 2:45 p.m. at the Sheldon Public Library. Ages 6-11 will learn how humans and animals respond to changing seasons. |
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LifeServe will host a blood drive at Service Trucks International on Thursday, September 24th from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Sioux Automation Center, 877 1st Avenue NW in Sioux Center. September's drives honor patients fighting childhood cancer and sickle cell disease -- conditions for which blood transfusions are essential. Appointments may be scheduled at lifeservebloodcenter.org […]
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LifeServe will hold an Orange City blood drive on Thursday, September 24th from 9:05 a.m. to 2 p.m. at American Reformed Church, 407 Albany Avenue SE. September's drives honor patients fighting childhood cancer and sickle cell disease -- conditions for which blood transfusions are essential. Appointments may be scheduled at lifeservebloodcenter.org or by calling 800‑287‑4903.
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The Sheldon Public Library will host S.E.L.F on Thursday, September 24th from 10 to 11 a.m. Seniors can learn about prairie life with Kylie Holdorf, followed by conversation and treats. |
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Lyon County Conservation will host Field to Vase, a wildflower gathering and arrangement class on Saturday, September 26th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lyon County Nature Center in Inwood. Participants ages 12 and up can enjoy a come‑and‑go format, learning about local wildflowers and creating their own arrangements. The fee is $25, […]
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver. 
The Ashton Whiskey Vault will welcome Comedian Carl Giannetto on Saturday, September 26th at 8 p.m. Giannetto has been featured on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom Show, has opened for top comics across the country, and performs everywhere from bars and clubs to theaters — and even porta‑potties. Guests can expect a fast, lively […] |
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Join the Sheldon Public Library for STEAM on Monday, September 28th at 3:45 p.m. Ages 6-11 can build whatever their imagination inspires.
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ISU Extension and Outreach, the Sioux County Conservation Board, and local conservation experts are wrapping up their Master Conservationist Program -- a five‑week blended online and in‑person series designed to help participants better understand Iowa’s natural resources, ecosystems, conservation history, and current challenges while learning practical ways to become informed stewards and community conservation leaders. […] 
The Sheldon Public Library will host How Money Works on Monday, September 28th at 6 p.m. Adults can learn budgeting, debt management, saving strategies, and long‑term financial confidence with advisor Jessica Henninger. |
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Join the Sheldon Public Library for Camping Storytime on Tuesday, September 29th at 10:15 a.m. Ages 3-6 will explore the great outdoors through stories. |
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Stop in the Sheldon Public Library for Perler Beads Crafternoon on Wednesday, September 30th at 2:30 p.m. Ages 6-16 can create with Perler beads. Sioux County Conservation will host a public input meeting on Wednesday, September 30th at 6:30 p.m. at Prairie Woods Nature Center in Hawarden. The session will introduce the upcoming Sioux County Parks Tree Inventory and Management Plan, an urban‑forestry project focused on improving long‑term tree health, safety, diversity, and management within Oak Grove State Park, […] |
2 events,Prairie Woods Nature Center will feature the "Your Friendly Neighborhood" exhibit throughout October. The exhibit highlights adaptable wildlife like rabbits and owls and encourages everyday conservation.
Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults |
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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. |
