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NOTICES:
Atlantic Chamber of Commerce Christmas in Atlantic Online Apparel Store. The holiday season is just around the corner, and the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce is helping the community get a head start on the Christmas spirit with the launch of its 2026 Christmas in Atlantic online apparel store!
To browse the collection and place an order, visit: https://atlanticchamberchristmas2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/
For a complete schedule of Christmas in Atlantic activities, visit https://www.atlanticiowa.com/christmas-in-atlantic/ or follow the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce on Facebook and Instagram.
For additional information, contact the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce at chamber@atlanticiowa.com or 712-243-3017.
Produce In the Park is looking for vendors for their Holiday Market series.
Harvest Market is Monday, November 23 from 3-6pm at the Cass County Community Center
Christmas Market is Saturday, December 19 from 10am-noon at the Nishna Valley Family YMCA
Sweetheart Market is Saturday, February 13, 2027 from 10am-noon at the Nishna Valley Family YMCA.
Spring Market is Saturday, March 27, 2027 from 10am-noon at the Nishna Valley YMCA.
Cost is $25 per market. Find the application link at www.ProduceInTheParkAtlanticIowa.com.
The City of Cumberland is looking for vendors for the Vendor/Bake Sale on Saturday, November 14 at the Cumberland Community Center. Vendor fee is $20, payable to the City of Cumberland. Call 712-774-5614.
Audubon County Hospital Foundation Holiday Wreath Fundraiser. Order beautiful holiday wreaths for your home, church, family or business and help the Audubon County Hospital Foundation…a great organization! 24″ wreaths are $38. 36″ wreath for $50. Deadline to order is Friday, November 13, 2026. Pick up takes place on Friday, December 4 from 8am-2pm at the Audubon Rec Center. To order call 712-563-5311 or online at foundation@acmhosp.org.
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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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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
VIP Connections: Potluck
VIP Connections is having a Halloween Potluck on Friday, October 30 from 11:30am-1pm at the Atlantic Public Library.
Celebrate Halloween with Halloween themed appetizers. Costumes are encouraged.
Halloween Party takes place from 2-3:30pm at the Atlantic Public Library.
Join for an afternoon of fun! Crafts, bingo, snacks and activities at this event for kids ages 6-12. Please notify Miss Sue if your child has any food allergies. 712-243-5466
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31
Trick or Treat takes place in Atlantic on Saturday, October 31. Downtown Trick or Treat begins at 3pm. Costume contest registration is at 3:45pm with judging at 4pm in the City Park. All ages and groups are welcome. Citywide Trick or Treat is from 5-7pm. Brought to you by City of Atlantic, Atlantic News Telegraph and Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce.
Griswold Trick or Treating will be held on Saturday, October 31 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Anita Trick or Treating will be held Saturday, October 31 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Griswold United Methodist Church Halloween Fun will be held Saturday, October 31 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Free fun for all ages including hot dogs, drinks and goodies.
Anita Town & Country Halloween Party takes place on Saturday, October 31 beginning at 4:00 pm with Trick or Treating until 7pm. Trunk or Treat takes place at the same time on Main Street. A meal of walking tacos, hot dogs and soups starts at 4:30pm at the fire station. Costume contest is at 7pm. Prizes for different ages, groups and best overall costume. There will be a craft corner and outdoor games. Sponsored by Anita Town & Country.
Audubon Spookfest will be held Saturday, October 31. Among the events: A Haunted House & Maze at Audubon Recreation Center from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. Boo at the Bakery from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Main Street Business Trick or Treat from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Trunk or Treat at town square from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Free sandwich meal at Memorial Building from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm sponsored by Tom & Virginia Mennenoh. City-wide Trick or Treating from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Friendship Home Trick or Treat from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Vic’s Costume Party (Adult Only) from 8:00 pm to 12:00 am.
Hunter’s Breakfast at the Audubon Firehouse, sponsored by the Audubon Firehouse Flames will be held from 7:00 am to 9:30 am.
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.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
Election Night Soup Supper takes place on Tuesday, November 3 from 5-7pm at the First United Methodist Church, 800 Poplar in Atlantic. Serving chili, chicken noodle soup, pie and drink. $10 for adults. $5 for kids 12 and under. Carry out is available.
Election Day Dinner & Bazaar takes place on Tuesday, November 3 from 5-7pm at Prescott United Church in Prescott. Menu includes Pork Loin, special mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, rolls, assorted salads, pies and desserts and a drink. Adults cost is $13. Ages 5-12 years is $10 and under 5 are free. To-go meals are available by calling 515-669-5375 or 641-202-4222. Venmo: @Prescott-Church. All are welcome!
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Audubon First United Methodist Church Harvest Supper will be held on Wednesday, November 4 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the church fellowship hall. Featuring Staley’s Chicken. Carry-outs are available.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Malvern Country Music Gathering takes place on Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7 at The Liberty Memorial Building in Malvern. Doors open at 5pm on Friday. Bring a main dish and a dessert or salad for the Potluck beginning at 5:30pm. Open Stage Jam is from 7-11pm. Plenty of room for socializing, dancing and making all kinds of music…Country, Traditional, Bluegrass, Hillbilly and more. $3 for Friday Night. $4 for all day Saturday. All proceeds go to the Liberty Building Fund. No alcohol, no drugs or egos allowed. Camping is available. Call 402-672-8340 for more information.
“Verity” (R) will be showing at the Rose Theater in Audubon on Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee starts at 2pm. Doors open at 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Marne Mason Harvest Breakfast takes place on Saturday, November 7 from 8-11am at the Marne Fire Station. Serving pancakes, biscuits & gravy, scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, coffee, milk and juice, along with Southern Style Biscuits. Adults cost is $10. Children 10 and under are $4.
Malvern Country Music Gathering continues on Saturday, November 7 beginning at 10am with the Open Stage Jam. Veteran’s Day Tribute is at 6pm and Open Stage Jam is from 6:45-11pm. Concessions by Mom’s Cafe. Cost is $4 for all day Saturday. Camping is available. Call 402-672-8340.
Griswold American Legion Charles W. Smith Post 508 will host a Community Event Saturday, November 7 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Griswold Community Building. A pork loin meal is available for a free will donation. A silent auction, DJ music and social will follow. All proceeds will be used to support scholarships and boys and girls state attendance.
Fall Turkey Supper **CARRY OUT ONLY** takes place on Saturday, November 7 at Exira Christian Church starting at 4pm until gone. Serving turkey, homemade dressing, potatoes & gravy, creamed peas & carrots, pasta salad, cranberry salad, rolls, pies and desserts. Suggested donation is $20. Delivery is available for homebound Exira Residents. Call by noon for delivery 712-268-5498. Proceeds assist with the needs of individuals and families in the community and support the ministry of the Christian Women’s Fellowship.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Veteran Appreciation Lunch takes place on Thursday, November 12 at 1pm at the Elks Lodge in Atlantic. Serving veterans and active service members and one guest. Please RSVP by 8pm Sunday, November 8 at 712-249-7860.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Creative Wellness Collective takes place on Saturday, November 14 from 9-11am or 12-2pm at The Gathering Place, 202 S. 2nd St., Neola. Creative Wellness Collective is a public arts and mental wellness initiative designed to help Southwest Iowans experience creativity as a practical tool for self-care and well-being. Everyone is welcome, and no art experience is needed! No cost to attend. For ages: 5–95
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13
“Angel and the Badman” (PG13) will be showing at the Rose Theater in Audubon on Friday, November 13 and Saturday, November 14 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee starts at 2pm. Doors open at 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20
“Sense and Sensibility” (PG) will be showing at the Rose Theater in Audubon on Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee starts at 2pm. Doors open at 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21
Bird Feeder and Nature Journaling Programs take place on Saturday, November 21 at 10am at the Outdoor Educational Classroom near Massena. All ages are welcome to this free event. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Nature’s Palette: Making Inks and Watercolors with Native Plants takes place on Saturday, November 21 at 1pm at the Outdoor Educational Classroom near Massena. All ages welcome to this freewill donation event. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please register by Tuesday, November 17 by calling 712-769-2372 or emailing lkanning@casscoia.us
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Atlantic Piano Duo takes place on Saturday, November 21 at 7pm in the Atlantic High School Auditorium. Doors open at 6:30pm. This concert benefits the Strong As Steele Foundation to support families in need, promote strength and resilience and build stronger communities. An evening of beautiful music and meaningful impact in support of the mission of the Strong As Steele Foundation. To learn more or to donate visit: strongassteelefoundation.org
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27
“The Cat in the Hat” (PG) will be showing at the Rose Theater in Audubon on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee starts at 2pm. Doors open at 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28
Vision Atlantic’s Home for the Holidays at Camblin Hills takes place on Saturday, November 28 from 4-7pm and Sunday, November 29 from 1-4pm. Tour new homes, short-term rentals and condos at Camblin Hills…all beautifully decorated for the holidays. Cost is $15 per person
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11
Walnut Farmers Market Holiday Sip & Shop takes place on Friday, December 11 from 4-7pm at the Walnut Community Center. WCCF Bar will be open for the evening.
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
Atlantic Groups of Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 309 Elm Street:
Mondays (Big Book) at 8pm
Tuesdays (Discussion) @ noon
Thursdays (Discussion) @ noon and (Candlelight) @ 7pm
Saturdays (Men’s) @ 8am, (Women’s) @ 10am and (Discussion) @ 7pm.
No meetings are held on Wednesday, Friday or Sunday.
Business Meeting is held 2nd Thursday of the month @ 6pm.
Visit www.aa-iowa.org
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!
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
