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NOTICES:

Produce In the Park takes place every Thursday through September from 4:30-6:30pm in the Atlantic City Park. Find locally grown produce, meats, eggs, plants, flowers…home-made crafts, candles and other items…valuable information from local businesses and organizations. Visit produceintheparkatlanticiowa.com

DISASTER RELIEF AT THE GREENFIELD MAINTENANCE BUILDING IS EVERY TUESDAY FROM 2-6PM.

Atlantic Chamber Of Commerce is now taking registrations for AtlanticFest activities. Car and Motorcycle Shows, 2K and 5K Road Races, Bags Tournament, Craft Vendors and Activity Vendors. Visit www.atlanticiowa.com to register. AtlanticFest will take place on Saturday, August 10, 2024.

The Reverend George B Hitchcock House is open for the season May 1 – September 15. Open Thursday thru Sunday for tours from 1pm-5pm. Last tour of the day starts at 4:15pm from the Granary. The Hitchcock House is located at 63788 567th Lane, near Lewis. The House is also open for guided tours. If you’re interested in volunteering by leading a pioneer station, email Lora at https://www.casscountyia.gov/county-departments/conservation-office

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CASS COUNTY FOOD PANTRIES:

Atlantic Food Pantry: 704 W. 7th St. Hours: Thurs., 12:30 – 3 pm (or until all food sacks are distributed) Drive-through pantry (For safety reasons, there will be no access to the Pantry from 7th Street (Highway 6) during Thursday afternoon food distributions. Pantry Client vehicles will approach the Pantry from the East on 6th Street, turning South on Palm Street, then West on the access road directly in front of the Pantry to receive food. Cars will then exit north on the alley next to the Pantry. Traffic markers will guide the cars before and during food distribution.) Food Referrals are not needed. There is a pick-up limit of 3 households per vehicle. Pantry phone: (712) 243-5019 from 9-11 AM Mon. and Thurs. only

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, JULY 26

The Cass County Fair continues at the Cass County Fairgrounds in Atlantic on Friday, July 26. The Rabbit Show starts the day at 8am, followed by the Horse Show and Dog Show. Try the mechanical bull from 2-8pm and don’t miss Mutton Busting at 6:30 followed by the Bull Ride/Rodeo at 8pm. Visit casscofairia.com for a complete schedule of the 2024 Cass County Fair. NOON SPECIAL: CHICKEN & NOODLES and inflatables are open at 11am. The 4H Food stand is open Thursday-Monday 6:30am-10pm. The Chuckwagon is open Thursday-Monday 11am-10pm. FFA Food Stand is open Thursday-Monday 7:30am-8pm. NO PARKING FEES, NO ADMISSION CHARGE, NO CHARGE ENTERTAINMENT AND YOUTH EXHIBITS!

The Rose Theater in Audubon will be showing Sound Of Hope (PG-13) on Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee is at 2pm…doors open at 1:30. All seats are $4 and concessions are available. CASH ONLY

SATURDAY, JULY 27

The Cass County Fair continues at the Cass County Fairgrounds in Atlantic on Saturday, July 27. The Sheep Show kicks off the day at 8am, followed by the Pet Show, Meat & Dairy Goat Shows, Youth Water Fights, Elks Bingo…and Family Fun Day is from 12-4pm. Everyone’s favorite…the Tractor Pull is at 6pm. NOON SPECIAL: HAM BALLS OR LAMB and inflatables open at 11am. The 4H Food stand is open Thursday-Monday 6:30am-10pm. The Chuckwagon is open Thursday-Monday 11am-10pm. FFA Food Stand is open Thursday-Monday 7:30am-8pm. NO PARKING FEES, NO ADMISSION CHARGE, NO CHARGE ENTERTAINMENT AND YOUTH EXHIBITS!

Painting in the Prairie takes place on July 27th from 9am-Noon. A guided painting outdoors with Des Moines artist, Teri Templeton Cadman. All supplies provided. No experience necessary. Ages 16 and up. $55 or $50/members. Registration required.  Space is limited. Contact Museum Of Danish America at 712-764-7010

The Cass County Child Abuse Prevention Council Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 27th, from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Cass County Fairgrounds. This event encourages families to visit the Cass County Fair by hosting fun activities for the entire family. In past years, booths have included Water Fights, Yard Games, a Duck Pond, a Book Walk, and more. If your community organization would be interested in hosting a free activity booth at Family Fun Day, please get in touch with Grace McAfee by Tuesday, June 25th, at mcage@casshealth.org or 712-250-8170. Sponsored by The Cass County Child Abuse Prevention Council and Healthy Cass Coalition.

SUNDAY, JULY 28

Cass County Fair continues on Sunday, July 28 at the Cass County Fairgrounds. The Swine Show is at 7:30am, Tractor Ride begins at 8:30am. The Poultry Show begins at 10am followed by Exotic Animals, Pig Pals Show, Pedal Tractor Pull,the 75th Fair Grounds Celebration Cake Social is at 5pm; Cow/Calf Feeder Show at 5:30, followed by the Horse Fun Show at 6:30pm. Get the full schedule of events at casscofairia.com. NOON SPECIAL: WINDSOR CHOP. Inflatables open at 11am The 4H Food stand is open Thursday-Monday 6:30am-10pm. The Chuckwagon is open Thursday-Monday 11am-10pm. FFA Food Stand is open Thursday-Monday 7:30am-8pm. NO PARKING FEES, NO ADMISSION CHARGE, NO CHARGE ENTERTAINMENT AND YOUTH EXHIBITS!

MONDAY, JULY 29

Cass County Fair continues on Monday, July 29 at the Cass County Fairgrounds in Atlantic. The Beef Show begins at 8am, followed by Best Of Iowa, Rotary Watermelon Feed, Dairy Cattle Show, Parade Of Champions and the Bucket Of Junk Fundraiser are at 5:45pm, followed by the Grand Champion Beef Selection. NOON SPECIAL: ROAST BEEF DINNER. Inflatables open at 11am. The 4H Food stand is open Thursday-Monday 6:30am-10pm. The Chuckwagon is open Thursday-Monday 11am-10pm. FFA Food Stand is open Thursday-Monday 7:30am-8pm. NO PARKING FEES, NO ADMISSION CHARGE, NO CHARGE ENTERTAINMENT AND YOUTH EXHIBITS!

Exira Community Blood Drive will be held on Monday, July 29 from 12-6pm at the Exira Event Center.  Call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are always welcome

TUESDAY, JULY 30

Kids Run the Museum Day Camp at the Museum Of Danish America takes place on July 30th from 9am – 3pm. Explore the museum’s storage vault, learn how to safely handle artifacts, curate your own exhibition, create social media content, and more while working alongside a variety of museum staff members at this day camp. $25 with lunch provided or $20/members.  Registration required.  Space is limited. 712-764-7010

There’s More to the Story Discussion Group takes place on Tuesday, July 30 beginning at 6:30pm at the Atlantic Public Library. This group started in 2023 with a year long reading challenge and had such good conversations. Social issues that received national attention in the 2010s will be revisited. Think Occupy Wall Street, the #MeToo movement, and Dreamers. Contact Michelle at the library for more details. 712-243-5466

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31

Home Delivery takes place on Wednesday, July 31 at the Atlantic Public Library from 9-10am. Library volunteers will delivery reading materials to home bound city residents and in-home day cares. Contact the library for details. 712-243-5466

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1

Audubon Library’s Music In the Park takes place on Thursday, August 1 beginning at 7pm in the Audubon City Park. Blane Kerkoff will be performing. Sponsored by Knights Of Columbus. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening in the park. Food will be available for purchase. In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the Rose Theater. Call 712-563-3301 for more information.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2

Anita-Cam Alumni Association will meet on Friday, August 2 at Crestwood Hills Golf Course in Anita from 6-9pm. Continue the alumni tradition with drinks, hors d’ oeuveres, food, fellowship and a silent auction. All alumni of Anita-Cam are welcome.

The Rose Theater in Audubon will be showing  Despicable Me 4 (PG) on Friday, August 2 and Saturday, August 3 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee is at 2pm. Doors open 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3

Danish Plates Community Mosaic Project at the Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn will be held on August 3 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.  This is a free event with all ages welcome.  Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult.  Space is limited and registration is required.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4

First Lutheran Church in Wiota is having an Ice Cream Social on Sunday, August 4 from 5-7pm. Serving homemade ice cream, homemade pies and Sloppy Joes. Wiota Lutherasn Church is located at 70139 Memphis Road near Wiota.

MONDAY, AUGUST 5

Farm To Table Sales will take place on Monday, August 5 at the Atlantic Pubic Library beginning at 6pm. Farm To Table Sales is a panel that explores what it takes for farmers to sell their products locally. Get more information on this event by calling Michelle Andersen at 712-243-5466 or at mandersen@atlantic.lib.ia.us

TUESDAY, AUGUST 6

Grow Another Row Committee is hosting a free “Pots and Popsicles” event on Tuesday, August 6 at 6:30pm at Mollett Park in Atlantic. “Pots and Popsicles” is a free class to learn about patio gardens. Participants can plant lettuce, spinach, herbs, radishes, and/or peas to keep on their patios. This free educational gardening event will help participants learn how to plant, care for, and harvest late-season plants to enjoy this fall. Popsicles and refreshments will be provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own pots; otherwise, pots can be provided. The Grow Another Row Committee and Thrivent Funding will provide seeds and soil. Attendees can also plant an extra pot to donate to the local food pantry. Mollett Park is located at 1020 3rd Street Place. If you are interested in attending, registration is strongly encouraged by August 2, 2024. This will ensure that we have enough supplies. Please register by contacting Grace McAfee at mcage@casshealth.org or by phone at 712-250-8170.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 8

Storytime in the Prairie Kids Summer Camp at the Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn will be held on August 8 at 10:00 am.  This is a free program for children grades K-3.  Space is limited and registration is required.

Audubon Library’s Music In the Park takes place on Thursday, August 8 beginning at 7pm in the Audubon City Park. Girls Next Door will be performing. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening in the park. Food will be available for purchase. In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the Rose Theater. Call 712-563-3301 for more information.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

Atlantic City Wide Yard Sales take place Friday, August 9- Sunday, August 11.

The Rose Theater in Audubon will be showing  Twisters (PG-13) on Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee is at 2pm. Doors open 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10

Yoga in the Prairie will be held at the Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn on August 10 at 10:00 am.  The cost is $8 per session with members receiving a $2 discount.

Kids Bike Ride…Nishna Valley Trails is holding a Kids Bike Ride August 10th at 10:30 AM at Schildberg Rec. Area West Parking lot. Check in and start the ride at the West Rotary Shelter at the Schildberg Rec. Area. Three age groups: 0-5 yrs old, 6-12 yrs old, and 12 yrs and up, ride length is according to age group. FREE, all ages welcome, and make sure to wear your helmet for a sweet surprise. Co-sponsored by Atlantic Parks and Recreation, Cass County Conservation, Fareway, and West Side Diner in Atlantic, IA. Questions: Call Lora at 712-769-2372. After the ride check out Atlanticfest going on downtown!

AtlanticFest will be held Saturday, August 10th rain or shine. AtlanticFest is an annual festival that serves as a fundraiser for the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce. Downtown Atlantic will be filled with fun activities for the whole family to enjoy! Come early and start your day with a pancake breakfast or enjoy a 5K run/2K walk in the Annual Road Race with chip timing. There will be crafters from all over the Southwest Iowa area to browse through, as well as some of the best food vendors around that offer a wide variety of menu choices. Kids can enjoy fun bounce houses and games throughout City Park. The 26th Annual Car Show and 10th Annual Motorcycle Show will be taking place once again this year. Also returning is the bags tournament that will be held in City Park. And with free entertainment throughout the day, the activities are endless. Preregistration for the Car Show, Motorcycle Show, Road Race, and Bags Tournament is open now, with day-of registration accepted. Registration to be a craft or food vendor is also being accepted now through August 5th. To register for any activity, visit www.atlanticiowa.com, email chamber@atlanticiowa.com or call the Chamber office at 712-243-3017.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15

Audubon Library’s Music In the Park takes place on Thursday, August 15 beginning at 7pm in the Audubon City Park. Bob & Amy will be performing. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening in the park. Food will be available for purchase. In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the Rose Theater. Call 712-563-3301 for more information.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16

The Rose Theater in Audubon will be showing Thelma (PG-13)on Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee is at 2pm. Doors open 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 23

The Rose Theater in Audubon will be showing Fly Me to the Moon (PG-13) on Friday, August 23 and Saturday, August 24 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee is at 2pm. Doors open 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30

The Rose Theater in Audubon will be showing  Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG) on Friday, August 30 and Saturday, August 31 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30. Sunday matinee is at 2pm. Doors open 1:30. All seats are $4 cash and concessions are available for cash only.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Gray All School Reunion will take place on Sunday, September 1. Meal begins at 12:30pm. Cost is $20 per person payable at the door.  Come early, stay late. Call 712-249-2069 or 712-249-2020 for more information and to RSVP

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Greenfield Swap Meet takes place on Friday, September 6 through Sunday, September 8at the Adair County Fairgrounds in Greenfield. Friday and Saturday 8am-5pm and Sunday 8am-? Cars, parts, crafts and flea market. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. No alcohol is allowed. There will be free camping (no hook-ups). To be a vendor, call 641-221-0670 by July 31, 2024. Visit Greenfield Swap Meet on facebook.

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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. ***

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BINGO:

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 every Saturday night at the Anita American Legion Hall (740 Main St. Anita). Doors open at 4:30pm. Bingo begins at 6:30 pm. Payout amounts depend on attendance. Progressive Jackpot. Food is available. No outside food or beverages allowed.

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/

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2nd Hand Rose is open Monday’s 1:30-3:00 and Friday’s 9:30-11:00 at the Heritage House in Atlantic.

The 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month the community is invited to play cards or dominoes at Heritage House. They are welcomed to come as a group or by themselves. Playing starts at 1 pm

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/

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.

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