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NOTICES:
Atlantic BPW is currently looking for vendors for their Fall Craft & Vendor Show to be held on Saturday, October 24. Call 712-249-1470 or email skgmom72@gmail.com
Bill Owen Fundraiser planned for Tuesday, September 15 at 4:30pm at Albert the Bull Park in Audubon has been postponed due to weather conditions. New date will be Tuesday, September 22 at 4:30 pm at Albert the bull Park in Audubon.
LOST: Rottweiler NE of Elk Horn. Last seen the afternoon of August 28th at 1241 Sharon Rd. He does not currently have his collar on but he is microchipped. Extremely friendly and answers to “Bruno”. Call or text 712-249-7336 if you see him.
Splash Pad hours, effective September 1, are noon-6pm. Closing date is October 1.
The Atlantic Public Library invites the community to a library open house and opening of an online art auction fundraiser. The auction opens September 11 and will close on September 25. All proceeds from the auction will support future library projects and services. In addition to the auction, a limited number of library puzzles, tote bags, and vinyl stickers will also be for sale. We are only able to accept cash or check for these purchases, including when the auction closes. All proceeds from this event will support future library projects. Call 243-5466 or message michelle@atlantic.lib.ia.us. with any questions.
Korean Ambassador For Peace Medal…Veterans of the Korean War, as well as families of Korean War Veterans who have passed, are invited to apply for this commemorative medal. Submit an application and a copy of the Veteran’s DD214 showing service from June 25, 1950 to July 27, 1953 to your county Veterans Affair Office. Deadline is September 30, 2026. A medal ceremony will be held to honor the recipients.
Mark your calendars for September 25-26 as Coca-Cola Days returns to the Cass County Community Center in Atlantic. This year’s theme, “An American Tradition,” honors America’s 250th birthday, and organizers are adding several family activities to help celebrate the occasion. Kids can enjoy bounce houses, face painting, a baseball throw contest, and visits with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear. An apple pie baking contest and live music are also planned throughout the weekend. Collectors can browse the Coca-Cola Show, Swap & Sell, take part in the Coca-Cola Days raffle, and enjoy the Friday night Tailgate Party. Saturday afternoon will feature food from Boulevard Grill, live music by Dirt Road Divide, and Coca-Cola floats. A full event schedule, registration information, and additional details are available at www.atlanticiowa.com. Questions can be directed to the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce at 712-243-3017 or chamber@atlanticiowa.com.
Coca-Cola Days is sponsored by Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company.
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Cass County Grow Another Row… 11 stands in communities throughout Cass County. Locations are:
Atlantic Cedar Park @ 204 Cedar St.; Atlantic Library @ 507 Poplar; Midtown Apts @ 1209 E 8th St.; and Mollett Park @ 1020 E 3rd st.
Anita Food Pantry @ 208 Chestnut St
Cumberland @ 121 Main St
Griswold Methodist Church @ 100 Cass St
Lewis Library @ 412 W Main St
Marne Masonic Lodge @ 418 2nd St.
Massena Historic Gas Station @ 203 Main St
Wiota @ 108 Pioneer St.
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The Gathering FREE Community Meal takes place every other Monday from 5-7pm at the United Church Of Christ in Atlantic. Serving Cass County Neighbors. Everyone is welcome…no questions asked. Contact 712-249-7709…text or leave a message. Dine-in. Carry out. Delivery.
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Goodnews Concerts are a non-profit of The Gathering Place located at 102 SW Kent St in Greenfield on the 1st Sunday of every month at 5pm. Freewill donations are taken to help the groups out.
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Free Radon tests are available at Cass Health in Atlantic for Cass County households. One per household. Contact Cass Health for more information. 712-243-3250
CASS COUNTY FOOD PANTRIES:
The Atlantic Food Pantry has updated its weekly distribution hours. Effective immediately, the pantry will be open every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., or until all food sacks have been distributed.
The Atlantic Food Pantry, located at 704 W. 7th Street in Atlantic, provides drive-through food distribution to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in Cass County. During distribution, clients are asked to remain in their vehicles and follow the designated traffic pattern for everyone’s safety. Vehicles should line up on the north side of 6th Street heading west, follow the posted cones and signs, turn south on Palm Street, and proceed along the access road in front of the pantry. To help keep traffic flowing safely, drivers are asked not to use 7th Street (Highway 6) to enter or exit the pantry. A limit of three households per vehicle applies. For questions about the Atlantic Food Pantry, please call (712) 243-5019.
Anita Food Pantry: 208 Chestnut St. Drive-through pantry. Phone: (712) 250-0410 Hours: 1st & 3rd Saturdays, 8-10 am
Cumberland Care & Share Pantry: Methodist Church, 317 Monroe St. Phone: (712) 774-5818 Hours: 1st & 3rd Wed., 4:30pm- 5:30pm
Lord’s Cupboard of Griswold: Methodist Church, 100 Cass St. Phone: (712) 778-4178 Hours: 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 11am – 2pm
Adair-Casey Food Pantries are available to those living in the Adair-Casey School District on the second Thursday 6-8pm and the fourth Saturday 9-11am each month.
Locations – Adair United Methodist Church – in alley on north side of church, and
Casey United Methodist Church.
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The Cass County Master Gardeners will be holding their Annual Fall Plant Sale on Saturday, September 19, at the Cass County Community Building in Atlantic, from 8 to 10AM or until sold out. Master Gardeners will bring plants, primarily perennials, from their own gardens for this sale, along with a variety of garden decor, pots, tools, and gardening books. All items are offered for a free will donation. Donations of divided plants are welcome if you would like to donate perennials or bulbs from your garden, we will even help dig if needed. Please call in advance and make arrangements to drop off donated plants before the date of the plant sale! For more information about this event and about Master Gardener activities in Cass County, please call the Cass County Extension Office at 712-243-1132, or email Cass County Extension Director and Master Gardener Coordinator Kate Olson at keolson@ia.state.edu. In addition, you are invited to follow the Cass County Master Gardeners at their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CassCoMG to keep up with local events and tips for gardening!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
Scholarship Fundraiser Chicken Noodle Dinner takes place on Sunday, September 20 from 11am-1pm. at the Masonic Hall in Exira. CARRY OUT ONLY! Serving Chicken & Noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad and dessert for a freewill offering. Contact 712-304-4450 with questions. Scholarships will be given to four local graduating seniors. Sponsored by Exodus Chapter Order of Eastern Star.
Hitchcock House Advisory Board invites everyone to a Day Of Service in honor of the National 9/11 Day Of Service And Remembrance on Sunday, September 20 from 12:30-4pm at Reverend George B Hitchcock House 63788 567th Lane, Lewis. Volunteers are invited to help prepare the house and site for winter…including cleaning up the grounds, pulling weeds and refreshing flower beds, light landscaping. Lunch will be provided for volunteers. For more information call 712-769-2323 or visit hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com or www.hitchcockhouse.org.
Kayaking at Prairie Rose State Park takes place on Sunday, September 20 at 1:30 p.m. Meet on the east side of the lake/east side of County Road M47. Kayaks, life jackets, and paddles will be provided. Go over some basic paddling and water safety and then head out to do some paddling. If it is raining or there are storms in the area, the event will be canceled. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult on the water.
Music In the Park takes place on Sunday, September 20 from 5-7pm at Bandshell Park in Anita. David Watson will be performing live! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. There will also be activities for kids!
Exira Fire and EMS Association Open House takes place Sunday September 20 from 5 to 7 pm. Serving steak sandwiches cheesy potatoes and beans for a free will donation. To go meals will be available also. Proceeds to go for training and a newer ambulance.
Cass County Tractor Pull will be held on Sunday, September 20 at 4:00 pm at the Cass County Fairgrounds in Atlantic. The Western Iowa Pullers will also feature a kid’s tractor pull. Food trucks will be available and the Pork Producers will be grilling. The event is features free admission.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
Get Out & Be Social…A Day of Service, Remembrance & Community takes place on Monday, September 21from 4-7pm at the Cass County Community Building. Family Fun & Games, activities for the whole family, FREE Community BBQ, courtesy of the Cass County Cattleman, Volunteer Opportunities, Friendship, Laughter & Community, brought to you by The Gathering, Atlantic Knights of Columbus and the Atlantic Kiwanis Club. The Knights will be providing transportation for Atlantic residents. Please call by 5pm on Sunday, Sept 20…712-249-7709.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
CAM Homecoming events today include the parade at 2:00 pm. It will begin at the high school and end in the Bandshell Park, where a pep rally will be held. The Cougars play Glidden-Ralston at 7:00 pm.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
The Greenridge Steam & Gas Engine Antique Show will be held on September 26 & 27 at 1725 Redwood Road at Kirkman. The hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and gate admission is just $5.00. There will be plenty of food vendors, homemade ice cream, and lots of kid’s activities, including a petting zoo, corn husk doll making, rope making and barrel train rides. Enjoy the flea market, broom making, Apple cider making, threshing, sawmill and so much more. Come experience the past!
Birthday Celebration for Marilyn Anderson takes place on Saturday, September 26 from 2-4pm in the Catholic Church Hall in Exira. Birthday greetings can be sent to Marilyn Anderson 218 N. Kilworth Street, Exira, Iowa 50076.
The CAM Homecoming dance will be held Saturday, September 26 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the high school in Anita.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
The Greenridge Steam & Gas Engine Antique Show continues on Sunday, September 27 at 1725 Redwood Road at Kirkman. The hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and gate admission is just $5.00. There will be plenty of food vendors, homemade ice cream, and lots of kid’s activities, including a petting zoo, corn husk doll making, rope making and barrel train rides. Enjoy the flea market, broom making, Apple cider making, threshing, sawmill and so much more. Come experience the past!
Music In the Park takes place on Sunday, September 27 from 5-7pm at Bandshell Park in Anita. The Who Nu Band will be performing live! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. There will also be activities for kids!
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Atlantic Lions Club Spud Supper takes place on Tuesday, September 29 from 4:30-7pm at the Cass County Community Center. Tickets are $12 per person. Kids 8 and younger eat for $6 (1/2 potato). Tickets will be available at the door. Enjoy a Potato Bar, drink and Sundae Bar. Jumbo potatoes with your choice of toppings, including butter, cheese, bacon, pulled pork, taco meat, chili, sour cream and more. All proceeds support Atlantic Charities. Contact any Lions Club member for tickets or more information. A bake sale will also take place!
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Grow Another Row Harvest & Preserve Event takes place on Wednesday, September 30 at 5:30pm at Mollett Park-1020 E 3rd Place in Atlantic. Receive fresh produce to take home, produce freezing kits, free samples, a herb plant, easy recipes using in-season produce and tips for freezing and preserving fresh food. This event is free and open to everyone. Registration is encouraged by Sept. 25. Call 712-243-1132 or email mcage@casshealth.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
Griswold City Wide Garage Sales take place on Saturday, October 3. Deadline for ads is Firday, September 25 at noon.
ACG MS Warriors 5th Annual Fall Festival Fundraiser Brisket Dinner takes place on Saturday, October 3 from 5-8pm at the Adair Fire & Rescue Hall in Adair. Cost is $15 per person with kids 5 and younger free. Cost includes sides with a drink and dessert. Take out is available…call to order 641-740-0756 A raffle takes place at 7pm. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Prizes include 1/4 beef & freezer, other meat bundles, Henry Repeating HS Mini Bolt G2 .22LR, a Ruger 10/22 250th .22LR, Apple Watch, Inflatable Tub and many more amazing raffle items.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6
The Anita Community Meal will be held on Tuesday, October 6 at the Congregational Church. Anita Economic Development is hosting the meal. Everyone is welcome.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
Women Of Exira Lutheran Church Fall Supper *CARRY-OUT ONLY* takes place on Friday, October 9 from 4:30-7pm at the Exira Event Center. Serving Staley’s Chicken- 2pice dinner (white or dark meat), potatoes & gravy, vegetable, 2 salads & roll for $14. Get an extra piece of chicken for an additional charge. Home delivery is available in Exira. Call 712-304-2600.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11
The 10th Annual Southwest Iowa Car Cruise takes place on Sunday, October 11 at 9am sharp. Meet at Southwest Iowa Community College (1501 W Townline St.) in Creston. Cost is $25 which includes a T-Shirt, route maps, gas, bathroom and food stops. Pre-register by emailing dgammell@netins.net. Turn around point will be in Boone. Proceeds go to the Creston Food Bank. Rain date is Sunday, October 19. Call 712-789-0155 with questions.
BPW Fall Craft & Vendor Show takes place on Saturday, October 24 from 9am-3pm at the Cass County Community Center. Admission is $1. There will be door prizes! You’ll find Pampered Chef, wood crafts, hand crafted gifts, along with BPW’s Famous Sloppy Joes, homemade pies, baked goods, sourdough and more! For more information or to be a vendor, call 712-249-1470 or email skgmom72@gmail.com
EXTRAS ….
CITY OF ATLANTIC YARD WASTE SITE HOURS:
The compost near the Schildberg Recreation Area is open seven days per week from 7:30-a.m. until dusk. The site is monitored by camera to catch illegal dumping. If the gate happens to be locked during those times, please call 243-3512 and tell them that the gate to the yard waste site is locked and a police officer will be out shortly to unlock the gate. The brush pile is offered to citizen within the city limits only.
*** City of Atlantic officials remind citizens to bring ONLY trees, branches, grass, garden waste, and/or leaves. ***
BINGO / GAMES
Heritage House Games: The 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month the community is invited to play cards or dominoes. Come as a group or as a single. Playing starts at 1 pm
Anita Sunset Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 11:30am at the Anita Congregational Church. Enjoy lunch, special guests and programs and card games. Call 712-249-4996 for more information.
Atlantic Elks Bingo is every Thursday at the Atlantic Elks Lodge, 411 Walnut St in Atlantic. Doors open 5:45 pm bingo starts at 6:30 pm.
Anita American Legion Bingo is held every Saturday night 6:30 to 10:00pm at Anita American Legion Hall. Doors open at 4:30. Dinner available for purchase.
Coon Rapids American Legion Bingo is every Tuesday. Doors open at 5:30, bingo starts at 6:30 pm. Prizes, jackpot $599 weekly. Games range from $20-$40.
Irwin Bingo is every Thursday at the Irwin Community Building (404 Front St) beginning at 7pm. Food will be served beginning at 5:30pm and Early Bird Bingo starts at 6:30pm with a progressive jackpot.
Join the Firehouse Flames for bingo every first Monday at the Memorial Building in Audubon. Doors open at 5:30 pm with a light lunch available, early bird bingo at 6:30 and regular bingo at 6:45 pm.
Shenandoah Eagles Bingo will be held on Sunday, December 12th from 2:30-5:00 pm at Shenandoah FOE Club Located at 709 West Thomas St Shenandoah, IA 51601. Shenandoah FOE Auxiliary #3849 has restarted their Sunday Bingo. Currently Bingo will be held bi-weekly starting November 14th, 2021. Holiday weekends are TBD. Early Bird starts at 2:30pm. Bingo starts at 3:00 pm. CASH PRIZES! Family Friendly event. Check the event page on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/eagles3849/
MUSEUM / CULTURAL CENTERS
American Legion Memorial Building, also known as the Armory, will be open for tours Saturday afternoons through October and by request through Atlantic Chamber of Commerce. See the web site at Arise Atlantic for more details.
Cass County Historical Museum in Griswold is now open Wednesdays-Sundays from 1-4
Audubon County Historical Society Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 10 am (alternating meetings in Audubon and Exira). This is open to the public, the Historical Society is looking for volunteers!
Hitchcock House – During the season, the Hitchcock House is open for tours beginning at 1 p.m. on Thursdays through Sundays May 1st through September 4th. The same fee schedule listed above applies. The last tour each day begins at 4:15 p.m. Tours at other times and groups of 10 or more are encouraged to schedule a tour time by calling 712.769.2323.
Space to Play at Jens Jensen Landscape Park is open daily from dawn to dusk. Visit the Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park to find native plants, explore outdoor exhibits, play on innovative Danish-designed outdoor fitness equipment, gather around the council rings, and enjoy thirty acres of tallgrass prairie. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend events hosted by the Museum of Danish America. If you are an individual who requires accommodation, please email info@danishmuseum.org. Museum of Danish America 2212 Washington Street Elk Horn 51531
The Swedish Heritage & Cultural Center in Stanton is open Wednesday-Saturday from 1-4pm April through October.
SUPPORT GROUPS / OUTREACH SUPPORT
Dementia Caregivers Support Group meets 2nd Thursday of the month at 719 Benton in Corning at 5:00 p.m. No registration is required…just pop in. This group is open to anyone who is now, or ever has been, a caregiver for someone with dementia.
FREE: Furniture and other items. Open on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 107 Cedar Street in Atlantic. If you need something, take it at no charge. If you have items that are in good shape and clean, donate them!
DISASTER RELIEF AT THE GREENFIELD MAINTENANCE BUILDING IS EVERY TUESDAY FROM 2-6PM.
2nd Hand Rose is open Monday’s 1:30-3:00 and Friday’s 9:30-11:00 at the Heritage House in Atlantic.
Grief Share meets Wednesdays from 6-7:30pm in the Heritage Hall at the Heritage House in Atlantic. No charge, donations for Grief Share are welcomed. Call Heidi 712-243-5492. This is sponsored by the Roland Funeral Home in conjunction with Grace Point Church.
NAMI Support Group meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays each month at 2pm and the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 6:30pm at the United Church Of Christ in Atlantic.
H.E.A.L… Hope. Empathy. Acceptance. Love…meets the second Wednesday each month at 10am at the Exira Public Library in the meeting room. Their mission is to connect those living with incurable, chronic medical conditions with community that supports, educates and empowers them to improve their quality of life. Call 712-304-5779 with questions and for more information. follow them at www.facebook.com/groups/healiowa/
Creating Hope Together meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 5-8pm at the Audubon County Memorial Hospital in the Community Health Center, 1st floor. Enter at south door entrance. For more information call Peter Youngren at llrspprt@gmail.com
Public Health HCCMS Family Services is located at 1408 E 10th St. Call 712-755-4422 or visit www.shelbycountyclinics.com. Clinic will also be held in Irwin, Earling, Westphalia, Shelby, Avoca, Defiance, Panama, Portsmouth and Elk Horn. Appointments are not needed for these clinics.
HCCMS Family Planning is a program available for men and women of all ages, offering reproductive and other health services to help you get and stay healthy. They serve anyone requesting family planning services regardless of residency, household income or gender. In Cass County, your HCCMS office is located at Cass County Home Care, 1500 E 10th St., Atlantic, IA. For more information or to make an appointment call 712-243-7551 or 1-800-993-4345.
The Atlantic Lions Club takes used eye glasses and hearing aids. You can drop them off at these Atlantic locations: Hy-Vee, W & S Appliance, Fareway, or any Lions Club member.
WIC CLINIC- Call for information at 1-800-338-4129
