Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
National Poppy Day is Friday
The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. It reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by our veterans while protecting our freedoms.
Local residents are encouraged to wear or purchase a poppy to honor those who have worn our nation’s uniform on National Poppy Day, Friday, May 26. All donations received will be used by the American Legion Auxiliary for programs that support veterans, the military community and their families.
On Friday, May 26, Hartley American Legion Auxiliary Unit 288 will have poppies available in many businesses throughout the community. Auxiliary members ask that you join them in remembering those who served and those currently serving to protect our freedom.
Past Legion district commander to speak at Hartley program
American Legion Post 288 will hold its annual Memorial Day service on May 29 at Pleasant View Cemetery in Hartley. The service will begin at 9:30 a.m., at the cemetery memorial site.
This year’s keynote speaker is David Honse, Past Ninth District Legion Commander. All are welcome to attend the program, which will be held at the Hartley Community Center if inclement weather dictates poor outdoor conditions.
See the full schedule on Page 3.
Sheriff to speak at Everly program
Everly American Legion Post 414 will hold its Memorial Day program on Monday, May 29 at the Hap Ketelsen Community Center at 10 a.m. Keynote speaker will be Clay County Sheriff Chris Raveling.
All are welcome to attend. See the full schedule on Page 3.
Holiday closing, book club at library
The Hartley Public Library will be closed from Thursday, May 25 through Monday, May 29, for the Memorial Day holiday.
Between the Covers Book Club will meet at the library at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30, to discuss “The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by V.E. Schwab.
Red’s Catering menu
Red’s Catering in downtown Hartley will be serving three carryout specials on Wednesday, May 31 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m..
See the ad on Page 4 for more details.
HLC food pantry
Current hours for the food pantry at Hope Lutheran Church in Everly are Wednesdays, 1-5 p.m. Everyone is allowed to come in and pick out their food, but masks are required.
CC/E menus
Monday, May 29: No School – Memorial Day.
Tuesday, May 30: Breakfast – Scrambled egg, cereal, toast, fruit, yogurt, juice; Lunch – Cook’s choice.
Wednesday, May 31 (Last Day of School): Breakfast – Waffles, cereal, toast, fruit, yogurt, juice; Lunch – Cook’s choice.
Milk is served with each meal. Menus are subject to change at any time.
Al Anon meetings
Al Anon meetings are held at the following locations each week:
Wednesday, 8 p.m., 511 Southmoor, Spencer; Thursday, 8 p.m., Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Royal; Sunday, 7 p.m., Sanford Medical Center, 118 N 7th Ave., Sheldon.
All are welcome to attend.
Fish for free in Iowa June 2-4
Share the fun of fishing during free fishing weekend June 2-4.
Iowa residents can try fishing without buying a license on June 2, 3 and 4 as part of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ free fishing weekend. All other regulations remain in place.
