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The Iowa Department of Education, Bureau of Nutrition and Health Services, has finalized its policy for free and reduced price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program and the Afterschool Care Snack Program. The full rules and regulations for those eligable for this benefit are below: Sheldon Girl Scout Troop 314 is having a Cookie Sale from February 1 through March 15. They will also have booth sales at Hy-Vee on February 14, 15, 21, and 22 from noon to 4:00 p.m. Cookie varieties include Adventurefuls, Caramel deLites, Exploremores, Lemonades, Peanut Butter Patties, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Thin Mints, Trefoils, and Caramel Chocolate Chip. Cookies are $6 per package. For more information, call or text Cindy at 712‑348‑1969. |
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A Pro‑Immigrant Rally hosted by the Sioux County Democrats will take place Monday, February 2 at 5 p.m. in front of the Sioux Center Public Library. This peaceful gathering along Highway 75 is intended to show support for immigrant neighbors, colleagues, students, and classmates. Organizers aim to publicly affirm their presence and rights during a time of uncertainty and to send a message to legislators that mistreatment of immigrants, whether in Minnesota or elsewhere in the country, is unacceptable. For more information, contact rally organizer Kim Van Es at 712‑441‑7164.
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The Iowa Democratic Caucuses for people residing in Sioux County will take place Monday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. at the Sioux Center Public Library. Democrats from all precincts in Sioux County will meet at the library. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m., and people must be in line or signed in by 7 p.m. to participate. This year’s caucuses will kick off organizing for the 2026 midterm elections and focus on building the Sioux County Democratic Party. Attendees will elect delegates to the county convention, choose new members for the county party’s Central Committee, and discuss and adopt proposed […] |
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New storytime to-go kits are available at the Sheldon Public Library. Pick up an early literacy packet of activities and a craft, with tips on learning to read. For children 3-6 years old. 
Playtime for 1- to early 3-year-olds and their caretakers. |
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The Sheldon Public Library is hosting balloon pop challenges at 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4. Participants will stand in a circle and try to keep the balloons from hitting the floor. If they do not hit the balloon before it hits the floor, they must pop it and do the challenge inside the balloon. For ages 11-16.
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The Rock Rapids Christian Reformed Church will have a Soup and Pie Supper Wednesday, February 4th, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Forster Community Center in Rock Rapids. You will have the options of to-go, pick-up, or sit down. For pre-orders, email crcsoupsupper@gmail.com. Pre-orders will be taken until noon on February 4th. Menu includes chicken soup, chili soup, broccoli cheese and pea soup, cream chicken or BBQ sandwiches, sour cream raisen pie, apple pie, chocolate pie, or cherry cheesecake. A free will donation will be taken. |
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Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults
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Maintainer Corporation of Iowa is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, February 5 from 3:30–6:00 PM at the Sheldon facility. Attendees can meet the team, explore career opportunities, and learn what makes Maintainer a great place to work, all while celebrating their 50th anniversary. Visit maintainerjobs.com for details. |
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A Pine Needle Basket Class will be held February 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Prairie Woods Nature Center. Participants will learn one of the oldest forms of basket weaving in the world while creating small pine needle baskets. Then, they will have time to enjoy soup and camaraderie over lunch. A $10 supply fee will be paid at the door, and the class is limited to 10 people. Guests are welcome to stay for the full day or drop in for part of it to get started.
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The Public Ice Fishing Clinic at Sandy Hollow Recreation Area set for January 31 was rescheduled. The time for the clinic is now set for 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 7. Bring a bucket to sit on, and the rest will be provided. Enjoy pre‑drilled holes and provided gear, as well as tips from guest instructor and Clam Outdoors Pro 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. Food supplies are provided by Sioux Center HyVee […] 
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver. |
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Worthington Christian School in Worthington, Minnesota, invites the public to a Taco Night Monday, February 9th, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The school is located at 1770 Eleanor Street
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The Sheldon Public Library is having a board games event on Monday, February 9. Join them to play a variety of games. All ages are welcome. |
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The Sheldon Public Library is hosting "BEE My Valentine" on February 10 at 10:00 a.m. Come and create a valentine craft. Caregivers must be present. For ages 2-6 |
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The Sheldon Christian School Online Winter Auction will run February 11 through February 23 at zomercompany.com. Support ROOTS and help raise funds for Sheldon Christian School’s teachers and students by bidding in their largest annual fundraiser. The auction features a wide range of items and experiences available online. To participate, click on the Zomer Company website link, select “All Auctions” under "Auctions," and search for Sheldon Christian. Bidding opens February 11. Thank you for supporting the mission of Sheldon Christian School!
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The Sheldon Public Library invites kindergarten through 5th graders to join our O’Brien County Naturalist, Kylie Holdorf, on February 11 at 2:30 p.m. for an event on Germs. |
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Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults The Sheldon Mobile Food Bank will be at Living Water Community Church from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please bring a box to pick up your food. |
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Northwestern College’s theatre department will present “Defying Gravity” on February 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on February 14, in the Allen Black Box Theatre in Orange City. Written by Jane Anderson, the play is set against the backdrop of the 1986 Challenger space shuttle disaster and blends fact and fiction to explore how personal and collective experiences of loss shape resilience, memory, and hope. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives, including the teacher chosen to travel aboard the shuttle, her daughter left behind, bystanders processing shock, and artist Claude Monet, whose […] |
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Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver.
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Northwestern College’s theatre department will present “Defying Gravity” on February 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on February 14, in the Allen Black Box Theatre in Orange City. Written by Jane Anderson, the play is set against the backdrop of the 1986 Challenger space shuttle disaster and blends fact and fiction to explore how personal and collective experiences of loss shape resilience, memory, and hope. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives, including the teacher chosen to travel aboard the shuttle, her daughter left behind, bystanders processing shock, and artist Claude Monet, whose […]
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The Valentine’s Soup Supper and Bingo Night will take place Saturday, February 14 at the Melvin American Legion Building. The soup supper runs from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and features potato, chili, and chicken noodle soup, along with desserts provided by the Baker Roadrunners 4‑H Club. Free‑will donation. From 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., enjoy 313 Bingo and Spin the Wheel. Bingo cards are $10 for approximately 20 games, with Spin the Wheel available between rounds ($5 per stick of five numbers). Guests will also have the chance to bid on fun auction items. Popcorn and refreshments are provided by Iowa […] |
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KIWA Radio is partnering with Community Blood Bank for the "Heroes Behind the Badges" Blood Drive on Monday, February 16th. Donation times run from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. as well as 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Donors must be at least 17 years old (16 years old with parent consent form, found at cbblifeblood.org), weigh 110 pounds or more, and be in good general health. To schedule your appointment, either scan the QR code or log onto cbblifeblood.org, select "Donate Blood," then "Blood Drive Calendar," February 16 and KIWA Radio or call 605-331-3222. 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 Sheldon Public Library is having their Book Club Monday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m. They ask anyone over 16-years-old to stop by and pick up a copy of Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. |
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Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship (SELF) will take place February 17 at Prairie Woods Nature Center with sessions at 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Independent seniors are invited to enjoy coffee, treats, fellowship, and a short presentation. Each month features a new topic to explore and learn about. This month’s topic is Hiking. Call 712‑552‑3057 to preregister. |
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The Wild Child Nature Series will be held February 18 at Prairie Woods Nature Center, with sessions at 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. This one‑hour, nature‑based experience is designed for children ages 2 through 5 and encourages exploring, moving, playing, and using their senses. An adult must accompany each child. There is no fee, but pre‑registration is required. |
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Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults
Northwestern College’s theatre department will present “Defying Gravity” on February 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on February 14, in the Allen Black Box Theatre in Orange City. Written by Jane Anderson, the play is set against the backdrop of the 1986 Challenger space shuttle disaster and blends fact and fiction to explore how personal and collective experiences of loss shape resilience, memory, and hope. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives, including the teacher chosen to travel aboard the shuttle, her daughter left behind, bystanders processing shock, and artist Claude Monet, whose […] |
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Northwestern College’s theatre department will present “Defying Gravity” on February 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on February 14, in the Allen Black Box Theatre in Orange City. Written by Jane Anderson, the play is set against the backdrop of the 1986 Challenger space shuttle disaster and blends fact and fiction to explore how personal and collective experiences of loss shape resilience, memory, and hope. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives, including the teacher chosen to travel aboard the shuttle, her daughter left behind, bystanders processing shock, and artist Claude Monet, whose […] |
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DEMCO Heritage Center in Boyden is hosting Frostbite Auto Fest on Saturday, February 21st, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This indoor winter car show features classics, trucks, modern builds, imports, and five participant‑chosen awards, plus a silent auction, food, and involvement from local businesses. All ages are welcome and admission for spectators is free, so bring the family, enjoy great cars, and support a great cause. All proceeds benefit the Shayla Bee Fund, dedicated to helping responsible, working-class families with a child in medical crises. Sponsors of the event include: DEMCO, 1015 Steak Company, Dakota Muscle Cars, Larry’s Auto, […]
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The Walking Stick Program will take place February 21 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Prairie Woods Nature Center. Ron Oostra of Sioux Center will lead this hands‑on workshop, where participants will receive instruction and begin personalizing their walking stick. Participants may bring their own dried stick (no ash, must be dried for two weeks) or choose from those provided. The lesson covers selecting, personalizing, and treating a walking stick. All supplies are included, and the program is open to all ages; those 14 and under must have an adult helper. The class is limited to 12 people.
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 Public Library is hosting White Elephant Bingo on February 23 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. They ask adults to come play Bingo with the chance to win white elephant gifts. Bring a white elephant gift to participate. Gifts do not need to be wrapped. |
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Playtime for 1- to early 3-year-olds and their caretakers. |
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Sheldon FFA is having a pancake breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25 at Sheldon Eagle's Club. To-go boxes will be available. All are welcome to attend.
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Come join the town of Ocheyedan for a time of free food and fellowship with neighbors and friends. This event is hosted by the Christian Reformed and Global Methodist Churches of Ocheyedan and will run from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 25th, at the Ocheyedan Town Hall, located at 869 Main Street in Ocheyedan. The alternative date if there is a snow cancellation will be Sunday, March 1st, at Ocheyedan CRC, located at 833 5th Street in Ocheyedan following the 9:30 a.m. worship service. |
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On Thursday, February 26, it's Senior Environmental Learning and Fellowship (SELF) at the Sheldon Public Library. Seniors, join our O’Brien County Naturalist, Kylie Holdorf, to learn about groundhogs and nature's sounds, followed by conversation and treats.
Learn to play this Chinese tile game. Beginners are welcome! For adults |
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The Eagle Riders Fish Fry, hosted by the Sheldon Eagle Riders, will be held Friday, February 27 from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Sheldon Eagles Club, or until the food is gone. Enjoy a delicious fish dinner served with french fries, coleslaw, and baked beans, all for a free‑will donation. Proceeds from the event will benefit state and local charities. |
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Part 2 of the Walking Stick Program will be held February 28 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Prairie Woods Nature Center. Participants are invited to return and complete their walking stick projects.
Drop in and build with Legos. All ages are encouraged, but children under 8 must be with a caregiver.
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Sioux Center Arts is presenting "Romance on the Strings -- A Candlelit Concert" on Saturday, February 28 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Church in Alton. This intimate performance will feature a string quartet presenting romantic classical selections alongside beloved cinematic music. The church will be illuminated exclusively by hundreds of flickering candles, creating an ambiance unlike any traditional concert experience. The evening’s musicians are distinguished members of the Northwest Iowa Symphony Orchestra: Lisa Miedema, violin Jennifer Frens, violin Shari Boone, viola Ben Ploegstra, cello Whether you are a classical music enthusiast, a film-score lover, or simply seeking […] |
