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The service is free for any NON-PROFIT group or organization.
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
Splash Pad hours, effective September 1, are noon-6pm. Closing date is October 1.
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.
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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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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1
Fraud is the Topic of Event in Exira
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is hosting a presentation on fraud at the Exira Event Center on Thursday, October 1st at 3:00 pm. Bird will be joined by Consumer Protection Investigator Al Perales as they focus on current fraud schemes and explain how to protect yourself and your family.
Among the topics to be presented: common fraud schemes targeting Iowans, how to protect yourself and your personal and financial information and what to do if you have been a victim of fraud. They will provide resources available through the Attorney General’s office and will have a time for questions.
The event is free and open to the public.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
VIP Connections: Walking Group takes place from 10-11am at the Atlantic Public Library. VIP Connections is expanding and adding news activities! Meet at the library and walk together for 30 minutes. Contact the library at 712-243-5466 for more information.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
Griswold City Wide Garage Sales will be held on Saturday, October 3, with some sales starting on Friday, October 2. Full garage sale map will be in the September 30 issue of the Griswold American or online at griswoldamerican.com
Ambassadors of Grace, TBA & Harbor Lights and LC Clinic Gospel Concert fundraiser takes place on Saturday, October 3 from 4-6pm in the Exira City Park. hot dogs, chips and bottled water will be available for $5. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. This is a free concert, but offerings are greatly appreciated for the Stuart, Atlantic and Creston LC Clinics. For more information call 573-819-2273. for more information on LC Clinics, visit iowalcclinic.org or find them on Facebook. In case of bad weather, the event will be held in the Exira Christian Church, 201 Main Street.
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.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
Atlantic Fire Prevention Week Annual Donation Breakfast is Sunday, October 4 from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Atlantic Fire Station.
St. John’s UCC God’s Portion Dinner and Auction takes place on Sunday, October 4 from 11:30am-1:30pm. Auction begins at 2pm. Menu includes Ham Balls, Roast Beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, corn, dinner roll, assorted salads, pies and other desserts. Cost is $15 for adults, kids 6-10yrs are $7 and under 5 yrs are free. Carry out is available. St. John’s is located one mile south of Lyman and Hwy 71 at 62988 Upland Rd, Griswold.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5
Book Edge Stenciling takes place on Monday, October 5 from 5-6:30pm at the Atlantic Public Library. Bring a book of your choice and decorate the edges. The library will provide all materials needed. This event is for teens and adults.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6
The Anita Community Meal will be held on Tuesday, October 6 at 11:30am at the Congregational Church. Anita Economic Development is hosting the meal. Everyone is welcome.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
Red Cross Blood Drive takes place on Friday, October 9 from 11am-5pm at the Anita Community Center in Anita. Call Debbie at 712-762-3353 or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment.
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.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
The Atlantic Fire Prevention Week Parade will begin at 6:00 pm on Saturday, October 10 in downtown Atlantic. Line up begins at 4:00 pm at 3rd & Olive Streets. Prizes will be awarded to the best “Fire Prevention” float and the best “Patriotic” float.
Democrat Chris Jones, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture and Land Stewardship candidate, will appear at the Hotel Greenfield on Saturday, October 10, 11:30 AM. All welcome to come to the event.
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.
Audubon County Pheasants Forever is holding a Women’s Trap Shooting event on October 11 from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Audubon County Conservation Club at 2592 Highway 71 north of Exira. This is a beginners event with all equipment, shells and clays provided. Must be 18+ to attend. Spots are limited, so sign up by calling or texting Clark at 712-304-2096 or check the facebook page for the link.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17
Produce In the Park’s BOO-tique Market takes place on Saturday, October 17 from 10am-noon at the Nishna Valley Family YMCA in Atlantic. Customs are encouraged as you trick or treat throughout the market! There will be face painting, a free bounce house, bat crafts and community organizations providing valuable information on bats. You’ll find sweet potatoes, potatoes, squash, onions, garlic, carrots, local meats, farm fresh eggs, honey, breads, baked goods and desserts, arts, crafts, soaps, scrubs, candles, plants, decor, gifts and more! Visit produceintheparkatlanticioowa.com for more information!
Wiota Fire Department Chili Cook-Off takes place on Saturday, October 17 beginning at 4pm with competitor set up. Cook-Off starts at 5pm. First place is $100 plus a trophy. $25 entry fee for competitors. Freewill donation for samples of the chili. All proceeds go to the Wiota Fire Department. Call 712-249-0634 for more information.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
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.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1
Fall Dinner takes place on Sunday, November 1 from 11:30am-1pm at Peace United Church of Christ 404 North Street in Walnut. Serving ham balls, cheesy potatoes, corn, beans, salads, bread and pie for a freewill offering. Call 712-784-3546.
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
