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Aug 02, 2023

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Wednesday, August 30

Comet Center Meal

AURORA – The Aurora Comet Center is holding a Burger Meal Fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m. for a Free Will Donation. All proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to fund general maintenance and center improvements.

Thursday, August 31

Story Time – 9:30 a.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Story time is an introduction to the magic of books and reading. Have fun at the Independence Public Library with rhymes, stories, and movements while developing early literacy skills. For more information, visit www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected], or call 319-334-2470.

Lil Tots Story Time

JESUP – Lil Tots Story Time is back at the Jesup Public Library every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for stories, songs, and activities.

Buchanan County Republicans

INDEPENDENCE – The Buchanan County Republicans will meet on the last Thursday monthly at The Crowbar, 205 Second St. NE. Meal/social time starts at 6 p.m., followed at 7 p.m. with the business meeting. For more information, contact Clayton at 563-920-4338 or Renita at 319-334-0367.

Thursday Night Cruisers

INDEPENDENCE – Bring your vehicle (car, truck, bike) to the Advance Auto Parts parking lot at 1414 1st Street West at 6 p.m. for a meet and greet, then depart at 6:30 p.m. (SHARP!) for a cruise around Buchanan County. Destination this week: Fat Boys, Hazleton.

SEPTEMBER

Friday, Sept. 1

Hot Dog Fridays

INDEPENDENCE – St. James’ Episcopal Church is holding Hot Dog Fridays, a free community meal, on Fridays from 12 to 1 p.m. in the parish hall, located at 202 2nd Avenue NE. All are welcome. Enjoy food (casseroles, salads, and desserts as well as hotdogs) prepared for eating together in fellowship.

Sunday, Sept. 3

Legion Breakfast

AURORA – Aurora Legion Post 435 and Auxiliary, 302 Warren Street, is serving breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage, ham, and scrambled eggs with beverage. Adults $10; Kids 5-8 $5; Preschoolers eat for free. Carry-out available. There will be a 50/50 Raffle. Need not be present to win. The final breakfast of the season will be October 1.

Labor Day — Monday, Sept 4

Monday, Sept. 4

IPL closed for Labor Day

INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Public Library will be closed all day on Monday, Sept. 4, due to the Labor Day holiday.

Tuesday, Sept. 5

Lions

INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Lions Club September 5 meeting at Denali’s on the River will feature a presentation on Leader Dogs for the Blind. Public is invited. Social and meal on your own at 5:30 p.m.; program to follow.

Legion Auxiliary Meeting

INDEPENDENCE – The Sheehan-Tidball American Legion Auxiliary Unit 30 regular meeting will be held the first Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Independence Public Library.

Legos @ the Library 6-7 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Kids ages 6 years and up can join us in the Community Room for some Lego fun! We will have a challenge available, or kids can make their own creations that will be displayed in the library! No registration needed.

Wednesday, Sept. 6

Hunter Safety Classes Begin

INDEPENDENCE – Hunter safety classes are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 6 and 7 from 6 to 8 p.m., and on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Buchanan County Wildlife, 2552 Pine Creek Avenue, Independence. Registration must be done online at www.gooutdoorsiowa.com and Click on Events and Hunter Education Certification classes and search for Sept. 6 Buchanan County Wildlife Association. Contact Ken Aarhus at 319-327-0141 for more information.

Buchanan County Conservatives

INDEPENDENCE – Join the Buchanan County Conservatives for the group’s monthly meeting at the Pizza Ranch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. In addition to enjoying lunch, attendees learn about and discuss issues at the local, state, and national levels. Visitors are welcome.

Craft & Convo 2-3:30 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Bring your current project (be it needlework, crafting, or coloring…or something else!) and enjoy camaraderie while you work! Stop in any time between 2 and 3:30 p.m. to use the library as your makerspace with the company of others. We’ll supply the coffee – you provide the conversation!

Rotary After Hours

INDEPENDENCE – The local Rotary Club is offering a monthly meeting for those who can’t make the weekly Tuesday Noon meetings. “Rotary After Hours” will meet at 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month at Allerton Brewing Company, 110 1st Street East. Come find out more about this “Service Above Self” organization. If you have any questions, feel free to call Bill Lake at 319-404-8457.

Thursday, Sept. 7

Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive

JESUP – Knights of Columbus Council 8227 are planning to have Tootsie Roll Days September 7, 8, and 9. They will be at: Kwik Star, 841 South Street, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Casey’s, 1330 6th Street, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Dollar General, 210 South Street West.

Story Time 9:30 a.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Story time is an introduction to the magic of books and reading. Have fun at the Independence Public Library with rhymes, stories, and movements while developing early literacy skills.

Thursday Night Cruisers

INDEPENDENCE – Bring your vehicle (car, truck, bike) to the Advance Auto Parts parking lot at 1414 1st Street West at 6 p.m. for a meet and greet, then depart at 6:30 p.m. (SHARP!) for a cruise around Buchanan County. Destination this week: Costas, Fairbank.

Calico Cut Ups

INDEPENDENCE – The Calico Cut Ups Quilt Guild meets the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 512 Second St. NE. Contact Judy Scott at 319-327-1700 for more information.

Friday, Sept. 8

Hot Dog Fridays

INDEPENDENCE – St. James’ Episcopal Church is holding Hot Dog Fridays, a free community meal, on Fridays from 12 to 1 p.m. in the parish hall, located at 202 2nd Avenue NE. All are welcome. Enjoy food (casseroles, salads, and desserts as well as hotdogs) prepared for eating together in fellowship.

Saturday, Sept. 9

Friends of the Library Book Sale – 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Find your next great read at the Friends Book Sale! The Friends of the Library are hosting their book sale again this spring in the Library’s Community Room. Stop in this weekend and browse the great selection of books, movies, and puzzles that are available for purchase. For more information, visit www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected], or call 319-334-2470.

Sunday, Sept. 10

St. Athanasius Brunch

JESUP – St. Athanasius Church, 635 Stevens Street, will be serving ham, scrambled eggs, hash browns, sweet rolls, coffee, juice, and milk from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Free will donations will be accepted.

Friends of the Library Book Sale – 1 to 3 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Find your next great read at the Friends Book Sale! The Friends of the Library are hosting their book sale again this spring in the Library’s Community Room. Stop in this weekend and browse the great selection of books, movies, and puzzles that are available for purchase. For more information, visit www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected], or call 319-334-2470.

Monday, Sept. 11

Women’s Connection – 6:30 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Women’s Connection affiliated with Stonecroft will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Hope Wesleyan Church, 505 4th Avenue NE. Carol Kout will give a Pampered Chef demonstration. Keynote speaker will be Dolly Snitselaar on “Life’s Many Detours” and how challenges are handled. Music by Katie Trimble. The cost to attend is $15 for event and brunch. For reservation and cancellations, call Sue Doan at 319-361-9445 or email [email protected] a week before. Note that reservations not honored require payment.

American Legion Meeting

INDEPENDENCE – Due to Labor Day, the Sheehan-Tidball American Legion Post 30 will meet Monday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Buchanan County Senior Center, 400 5th Ave NE. Contact Robert Hughes, Sr at 319-334-0737 for more information.

Tuesday, Sept. 12

Independence Eagles

INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Eagles Aerie 4544 meets twice a month, the 2nd and 4th Tuesday, at 7 p.m. at the Indee Community Bible Church, 301 2nd Street SE. Everyone is welcome. Call Donald Mumm 319-334-3888 if you would like to join a group doing good things in our community.

Wednesday, Sept. 13

Library Closing Early 5 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Public Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 13 for Staff Development.

Thursday, Sept. 14

Story Time 9:30 a.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Story time is an introduction to the magic of books and reading. Have fun at the Independence Public Library with rhymes, stories, and movements while developing early literacy skills. For more information, visit www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected], or call 319-334-2470.

Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition

INDEPENDENCE – The Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (SAPC) will meet at 10 a.m. on the second Thursday of the month at the Buchanan County Public Health conference room. A virtual link is also available. Email [email protected] with any questions.

VFW and Auxiliary

INDEPENDENCE – The VFW and the VFW Auxiliary both still meet on the second Thursday of the month Supper starts at 6 p.m. followed by a meeting at 7 or 7:30 p.m. For more information contact the Post at 319-334-4619.

Friday, Sept. 15

Hot Dog Fridays

INDEPENDENCE – St. James’ Episcopal Church is holding Hot Dog Fridays, a free community meal, on Fridays from 12 to 1 p.m. in the parish hall, located at 202 2nd Avenue NE. All are welcome. Enjoy food (casseroles, salads, and desserts as well as hotdogs) prepared for eating together in fellowship.

Sunday, Sept. 17

Fairbank Church Dinner

FAIRBANK – The Immaculate Conception Church in Fairbank will hold their annual Fall Dinner and Festival, Sunday, Sept. 17. Dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church hall. Adults $15 / Ages 5-11 $7. There will also be a bake sale and raffle drawing at 2 p.m. (need not be present to win).

Dungeons and Dragons 1, 2:30, and 4 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – This fantastical role-playing game is centered on storytelling in worlds of swords and sorcery. Teens ages 12-18 work together solving puzzles and combatting monsters while exploring a dark dungeon, a ruined castle, or a lava-filled cavern without ever leaving the library! Snacks provided. Registration is required. Call 319-334-2470, visit www.independenceia.org/library, or email [email protected] for more information on joining this campaign.

Monday, Sept. 18

Buchanan County Democrats — 5:30 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – The Buchanan County Democratic Central Committee will be holding the monthly meeting at Denali’s 1749 Golf Course Blvd. If you would like to order food, please plan to arrive at 5:30 p.m. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. Democrats believe health care is a right, diversity is a strength, the economy should work for everyone and facts and truth matter. We hope you will take the time to join us and work towards making Buchanan County and our state a more progressive place to live and work.

Buchanan Co. Historical Society

INDEPENDENCE – The Buchanan County Historical Society will meet at Heartland Acres at 7 p.m. Visit the society’s website www.buchanancountyhistory.com or Wapsi Mill on Facebook. For further information, call 319-334-4616.

Tuesday, Sept. 19

Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons for Adults 5:45-7:45 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Whether you currently play or are interested in starting, come to the library for an introduction to DND with Mike Peyton and then take part in a one shot adventure! Registration is required – please email [email protected], call 319-334-2470, or stop into the library to register!

Wednesday, Sept. 20

Fall Bazaar

LAMONT – Grace United Methodist Church, 745 Washington Street, Fall Bazaar will feature a Swiss steak dinner (with mashed potatoes, green beans, etc.) and a country store. They will be serving 5 to 7 p.m. Adults $15 / Children 5-12 / $5 Under 5 free. Handicap accessible. Carry outs available by calling 563-924-2184.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 6 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – If you care for someone living with Alzheimer’s or related dementia, you are invited to attend this safe, confidential support group, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association. Group will meet in the Community Room at the Independence Public Library. Attendees will develop mutual support and social relationships, as well as learn about dementia and develop methods and skills to solve problems. For more information, visit www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected] or call 319-334-2470.

Thursday, Sept. 21

Story Time 9:30 a.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Story time is an introduction to the magic of books and reading. Have fun at the Independence Public Library with rhymes, stories, and movements while developing early literacy skills. For more information, visit www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected], or call 319-334-2470.

VFW

INDEPENDENCE – VFW Post 2440 host is an All Vets night, for any veteran, who wants to get together and socialize with other vets. We meet at VFW Post 2240 at 6 p.m., socialize for a half hour or so, and then go to the Crowbar for pizza. For more information contact Robert Hughes Sr., 319-334-0737.

3rd Thursday with Hoover’s Library — 6 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – In partnership with the Hoover Presidential Museum and Library, join us online to learn about the Commission for Relief in Belgium and its impact even in our contemporary world with Tammy Proctor from Utah State University. Registration is required – find the registration link on our website or Facebook page and register to receive the presentation link via MS Teams. For more information, visit our website at www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected] or call 319-334-2470.

Friday, Sept. 22

Hot Dog Fridays

INDEPENDENCE – St. James’ Episcopal Church is holding Hot Dog Fridays, a free community meal, on Fridays from 12 to 1 p.m. in the parish hall, located at 202 2nd Avenue NE. All are welcome. Enjoy food (casseroles, salads, and desserts as well as hotdogs) prepared for eating together in fellowship.

Minecraft 5-8 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Join TJ from Network Nirvana at IPL for the new season of Minecraft: Season of the Swashbuckler! Players will kick off the season with all-new levels of power to help access late-game content. Dive into RogueWatersOnline and later travel to Davy Jones’ Locker with the library and Network Nirvana! Pizza is included in this fun after-hours event! Registration is required – register by emailing [email protected], calling 319-334-2470, or stopping into the library.

Monday, Sept. 25

Book Discussion – 6:30 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Interested in conversation and interaction? Join the Independence Public Library to discuss The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell by Robert Dugoni. Enjoy refreshments and share your thoughts on the novel! For more information, visit our website at www.independenceia.org/library, email [email protected], or call 319-334-2470.

Tuesday, Sept. 26

Independence Garden Club

INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. at Dave and Janet Harms’ farm, 2045 Pine Creek Avenue. Bring your own beverage and chair. Topic will be an apiary tour.

Writer’s Group 6 p.m.

INDEPENDENCE – Join the Independence Area Writer’s Group at the Independence Public Library for a monthly writing workshop to get support and ideas from other writers and have time to free write. Whether you write fiction, short stories, screenplays, poetry, or something else, collaborate with fellow writers in this supportive, informal environment! Group meets monthly in the Community Room at the library.

Independence Eagles

INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Eagles Aerie 4544 meets twice a month, the 2nd and 4th Tuesday, at 7 p.m. at the Indee Community Bible Church, 301 2nd Street SE. Everyone is welcome. Call Donald Mumm 319-334-3888 if you would like to join a group doing good things in our community.

Wednesday, Sept. 27

Lamont Mobile Food Pantry

LAMONT – The mobile food pantry in Lamont will take place on from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at 644 Bush Street. Please enter at the alley behind the American Legion for food pickup. You need to bring your ID to sign in, and your own bags or boxes to pack your food. Please bring two boxes. If you have any questions, please call Kay Hoffman at 319-361-8100.

Brandon Food Pantry

BRANDON – The mobile food pantry in Brandon will be from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Brandon Community Center. You need to bring ID to check in and please bring back boxes from previous food pantry visits. If you have any questions, please call Darlys Rogers at 319-474-2368.

Thursday, Sept. 28

IPL closed for Staff Training

INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Public Library will be closed all day on Thursday, Sept. 28, to allow staff to attend training. Please note that there will be no Story Time on Thursday, Sept. 28.

Buchanan County Republicans

INDEPENDENCE – The Buchanan County Republicans will meet on the last Thursday monthly at The Crowbar, 205 Second St. NE. Meal/social time starts at 6 p.m., followed at 7 p.m. with the business meeting. For more information, contact Clayton at 563-920-4338 or Renita at 319-334-0367.

Friday, Sept. 29

Hot Dog Fridays

INDEPENDENCE – St. James’ Episcopal Church is holding Hot Dog Fridays, a free community meal, on Fridays from 12 to 1 p.m. in the parish hall, located at 202 2nd Avenue NE. All are welcome. Enjoy food (casseroles, salads, and desserts as well as hotdogs) prepared for eating together in fellowship.

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