Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Book Club to meet at Hartley library
Between the Covers book club will hold their monthly meeting from 2-3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 27. This month's selection is David Grann's "The Wager." Patrons can order a copy from the library or download one from Libby.
Red's Catering menu
Red's Catering in downtown Hartley will be serving a variety of carryout specials on Wednesday, Jan. 29. See the ad on Page 3 for more details.
OC Conservation activities
Enhance your knowledge and connect with the natural world through the Senior Environmental Learning & Fellowship (SELF) program. Naturalist Lindsey Kleinhesselink will lead this adult-only initiative that includes a brief educational session paired with coffee and refreshments focused on adult conservation.
The complimentary program will explore a range of topics and will take place at two different locations. Programming dates are Tuesday, Jan. 28, at Prairie Heritage Center, and Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Sheldon Public Library. Both programs begin at 10 a.m.
Begin February enjoying inside and outside activities at Mill Creek Park Lodge, including winter crafts, a campfire, popcorn, hot chocolate, ice fishing and snowshoes. The event is planned for Saturday, Feb. 1, from 1-3 p.m.
All ages are welcome to come and go to this free event. All supplies are provided.
Eggs & Issues first session is Jan. 25
The Spencer Chamber of Commerce will host the first of three sessions with local state representatives on Saturday, Jan. 25. The forum will be held from 9-10:30 a.m. in the council chambers at Spencer City Hall.
Invited to attend are local house and senate representatives along with state and national government elected officials.
May City FD soup supper is Feb. 1
The May City Fire Department will host its annual soup supper fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the fire station. A free will offering will be accepted.
See the ad on Page 2 for more details.
Save the date for daycare fundraiser
The Hartley Community Daycare Center will host its annual fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 22. This year's event will be carnival themed.
More information about tickets will be released at a later date. See the ad on Page 3 for more details.
HLC food pantry
Current hours for the food pantry at Hope Lutheran Church in Everly are Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. Everyone is allowed to come in and pick out their food.
H-M-S menus
Monday, Jan. 27: Breakfast – Cereal, pop tart (9-12), fruit, juice; Lunch – Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, cooked carrots, applesauce, roll (9-12).
Tuesday, Jan. 28: Breakfast – Pancake and sausage bites, fruit, juice; Lunch – Maid-rite on bun, fries, green beans, pears.
Wednesday, Jan. 29: Breakfast – Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice; Lunch – Soft shell taco, lettuce/tomatoes, cheese, corn, rice (9-12), grapes.
Thursday, Jan. 30: Breakfast – Egg omelet, muffin, fruit, juice; Lunch – Chicken alfredo, breadstick, broccoli/cauliflower, pineapple.
Friday, Jan. 31: Breakfast – Donut, fruit, juice; Lunch – Hot ham and cheese, chips, baked beans, baby carrots, mixed fruit.
Milk is served with each meal. Fruit/veggie bar offered daily.
CC/E menus
Monday, Jan. 27: Breakfast – Egg biscuit, cereal, yogurt, toast, fruit, juice; Lunch – Chicken patty on bun, French fries, corn, orange.
Tuesday, Jan. 28: Breakfast – Scrambled egg, cereal, yogurt, toast, fruit, juice; Lunch – Spaghetti, green beans, breadstick, fruit cocktail.
Wednesday, Jan. 29: Breakfast – Pizza, cereal, yogurt, toast, fruit, juice; Lunch – Sloppy Joe, baby carrots, pears.
Thursday, Jan. 30: Breakfast – Blueberry muffin, cereal, yogurt, toast, fruit, juice; Lunch – Beef and bean burrito, refried beans, rice, banana.
Friday, Jan. 31: Breakfast – Donut, cereal, yogurt, toast, fruit, juice; Lunch – Mac and cheese, broccoli, breadstick, peaches.
Milk is served with each meal. Menus are subject to change.
Regular hours at Royal library
Hours at the Royal Public Library are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 3-5 p.m.; and Tuesday and Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
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.
'Market to Market' 50th season tour visits Cherokee
Join Iowa PBS for a special event to celebrate the 50th season of "Market to Market." This iconic television program has been a trusted source of agricultural news and analysis for five decades and today, you can watch the show on 21 public television stations across 16 states or online anytime at markettomarket.org.
In celebration, the Market to Market team will host a live podcast discussion at the Cherokee County Agriculture Show on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 11:45 a.m. Host Paul Yeager will lead a live, recorded discussion with market analyst Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth. Community members are invited to watch, listen and participate.
The Cherokee County Agriculture show runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Please stop by the Iowa PBS table anytime for giveaways and conversation with the "Market to Market" crew.
Whether a longtime viewer, a member of the agricultural community or simply interested in the evolution of this beloved program, this celebration is for you. Join Iowa PBS to look back on 50 incredible seasons and look forward to many more.
This special "Market to Market" event is free but registration is appreciated. RSVP to secure your seat at iowapbs.org/events and watch for future celebration events in 2025.
