City of Emmetsburg, Iowa

Summer Reading Closing Party
2022-07-22 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Summer Reading Closing Party: Come join to celebrate the end of Summer Reading. This program will include refreshments, games, a craft, and just an overall good time! This program is for participants ages 8 and up. Please sign up in advance.

Men's Open
2022-07-23 | Five Island Golf, 14 N Lawler, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Call Dockside Lounge at 712-852-3422 for details and to register.

Gaming after Hours
2022-07-23 14:30 - 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Gaming after Hours: Come learn to play one of the designer board games from the library’s collection. Newbies and advanced players are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. For teens and adults. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals

Emmetsburg Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
2022-07-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Palo Alto County Fairgrounds, 2101 Madison, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Emmetsburg Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast at the Palo Alto County Fair.

BIG BOOK SALE
2022-07-25 - 2022-07-29 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Emmetsburg Public Library Book Sale: Come for another big book sale. This book sale will feature fiction, non-fiction, mystery, young adult, and much, much more!

RAGBRAI
2022-07-26 | IA
www.emmetsburgragbrai.com

RAGBRAI XLIV Overnight Stop
2022-07-26 | IA
RAGBRAI 49 rides into Emmetsburg from Pocahontas for their overnight stay. Beverage Garden and Vendors at Soper Park. Band Schedule is:
2:45 – 4:45 One Layne Band,
5:15 – 8:15 Birdchild, &
8:45 – 11:00 Pork Tornados

One Layne Band
2022-07-26 14:45 - 16:25 | Soper Park, 602 Lake Street, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States

Birdchild
2022-07-26 17:15 - 20:15 | Soper Park, 602 Lake Street, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States

Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band
2022-07-26 20:30 - 20:45 | Soper Park, 602 Lake Street, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
The Brian Boru Irish Pipe Band will entertain the crowd at the main stage between sets, and they’ll also share their musical stylings throughout the community throughout the day.

The Pork Tornadoes
2022-07-26 20:45 - 23:00 | Soper Park, 602 Lake Street, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States

6th Annual Summer Bash & BBQ Contest
2022-07-29 - 2022-07-30 | Palo Alto County Fairgrounds, 2101 Madison, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
BBQ Contest:
Come on down Friday, July 29th, 2022 and see all the amazing setups that the many different teams have to compete with. This year is our First Turkey Smoke Contest after being chosen to be one of 24 contests to be held in the US. (entry forms and rules can be found under the forms tab) Turn In will be at 7:30 p.m.. Awards to follow.
Bean Bags Tournament:
At 5:30 p.m. Our 5th Annual Bean Bags Tournament Warm Ups will begin and tournament starting at 6:30 p.m.. Entry Fee of $20 (non-refundable) per team if paid by July 1, 2022; late entries will be $25 (non-refundable) per team until the tournament is full. We will have 16 all male teams and 16 co-ed teams. If a pair of ladies would like to participate, they are more than welcome to be in the co-ed bracket. (Must be 18 years of age.)
Live Entertainment – One Layne Band:
Main act One Layne Band will be taking the stage at 8:00 to entertain everyone for the rest of the night!!!
Vendor Show:
Join us Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. with our Vendor Show beginning with many local Direct Sales Tables set up.(Vendors list to come.)
Kids’ Games & Activities:
Bring the kids and come down to the Palo Alto County Fairgrounds as we will have many kids games and activities taking place beginning at 10:00 a.m..
Car & Tractor Show:
While you’re enjoying the day be sure to check out the Car and Tractor Show beginning at 1:00 p.m. with cars coming from all over.
There will be food trucks available throughout the weekend as well!!

Schedule is as follows:
Fri, July 29 – 8:00A: BBQ Teams Check in and Setup
5:30P: Check in for Bags Tournament which begins at 6:30:
7:30P: Smoked Turkey Contest turn in. Awards to follow.
8:00P: Live music by One Layne Band
Sat., July 30: 9:00A – Noon: Vendor Show
10:00A: Kids Games & Activities
1:00P: Cruise In – Car and Tractor Show
12P – 1:30P: KCBS Barbecue turn in for various meats
4:00P: Winners announced and prizes awarded.

Horse Race Golf Tournament
2022-08-07 | Five Island Golf, 14 N Lawler, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States

Business Appreciation Day (BAD) Golf Tournament
2022-08-18 14:30 - 18:00 | Five Island Golf, 14 N Lawler, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Business Appreciation Day (BAD) Golf sponsored by the Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce. 4-person, 9-Hole Outing at Five Island Golf. Registration at 2:30P and shotgun start at 3:00pm. Golf immediately followed by a meal in the EMU Room and awards presentation. For more information, call 712-852-2283.

Afterschool Homework Help
2022-08-22 15:45 - 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
The Emmetsburg Public Library will offer “Afterschool Homework Help” every week night from 3:45 – 5:00 pm.
A member of the library staff will be available to help children with their assigned work and will have practice materials in various subjects available during this time. Priority will be given to those who have scheduled in advance, but walk-ins are also welcome. Priority will be given to children needing help with school work assigned by a teacher.

Minute to Win It!
2022-09-02 15:00 - 16:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Minute to Win It! Emmetsburg Public Library, Room 14
A popular program for tweens returns! Come compete against your friends in minute long challenges. The overall winners will receive a special prize. Please sign up in advance. For ages 10 and up.

Pokémon Club
2022-09-02 15:45 - 2022-09-03 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Pokémon Club meets at the Emmetsburg Public Library, Room 14, every Friday.
The club’s main focus will be learning and playing the Pokémon Trading Card game, but all Pokémon activities are encouraged. Expect treats, prizes, and crafts with each week offering something different. There is no cost, and you do not need to sign up in advance. Ages 10 & up.

City/EMU Offices Closed
2022-09-05 | IA
The City of Emmetsburg & Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities will be closed on Monday, September 5th in honor of Labor Day. Monday’s solid waste collection will be picked up on Tuesday, September 6th.

Brunch & Bloody Mary Bar
2022-09-05 10:30 - 13:30 | Dockside Lounge at The Shores, 14 N Lawler, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
The Shores at Five Island will be offering a brunch and Bloody Mary bar on Labor Day (Monday, September 5th) from 10:30-1:30!
Breakfast sandwich meal: $7.00

Sausage, ham, or bacon + egg + cheese
Potato rounds
Fresh fruit

Bloody Mary Bar: $8.00

Titos vodka or Bakon vodka
Spicy or regular Hair of the Dawg mixer
Garnishes: pickle, celery, meat + cheese, olives

Call early to schedule your tee time and reserve golf carts.

Popcorn-Time Movie
2022-09-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Popcorn-Time Movie Emmetsburg Public Library, Room 17
Join us for a movie and popcorn. You do not need to sign up in advance. Call the library or visit our website for title information.

Mobile Food Pantry
2022-09-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Grace Baptist Church, 2801 17th St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Mobile Food Pantry at Grace Church from 5-7 PM on Sept 8

Make Your Own Rainbow in a Jar
2022-09-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Make Your Own Rainbow in a Jar Emmetsburg Public Library, Room 14
Who doesn’t enjoy a jar full of delicious candy? Come make a fun craft at the library in a rainbow of flavors–hint, hint! Sign up in advance. Seats limited to ten. Ages 8 & up.

Gaming After Hours
2022-09-10 14:30 - 17:00, 2022-09-24 14:30 - 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Gaming after Hours, Emmetsburg Public Library
Bored with your mom and dad’s old board games? Come experience the challenging fun of the designer board games in the library’s collection. Newbies welcome and encouraged to attend this twice-monthly program! Refreshments served. Ages 12 & up.

Classics at the Riviera (Free Movie) ft. Sullivan's Travels
2022-09-11 16:30 - 18:30 | Riviera Theatre, 2209 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Watch classic movies at the Riviera Theatre in Emmetsburg on the second Sunday of each month at 4:30 PM. Free admission! Classics at the Riviera is sponsored by the Palo Alto County Arts Council with a grant from the Arthur & Audrey Smith Foundation.
Classics at the Riviera presents “Sullivan’s Travels” starring Joel McCrea & Veronica Lake on September 11th.

Booster Club Golf Tournament
2022-09-18 | Five Island Golf, 14 N Lawler, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States

Wacky Wednesday
2022-09-21 13:30 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Wacky Wednesday Emmetsburg Public Library, Room 10
Join the children’s library for a fun afterschool program for children in Kindergarten through 4th Grade.

Harry Potter Party
2022-09-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Harry Potter Party Emmetsburg Public Library, Room 14
Get ready to cast some spells, drink some butter beer and other fun activities inspired by the world of Harry Potter.
Brush up on your wizarding knowledge, as the Sorting Hat may quiz you!
Sign up in advance. Ages 10 & up.

Then Feed Just One Packing Event
2022-09-24 16:30 - 21:00 | Palo Alto County Fairgrounds, 2101 Madison, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Then Feed Just One Packing Event will be held at The Palo Alto County Fairgrounds. Four one-hour work shifts will begin at 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30-Cleanup. Registration is a $30 donation per person. If you cannot work a shift but would like to sponsor a youth to work a shift, contact Lois Stanley or Bonnie Whitney to register accordingly. Contact Lois Stanley at 712-480-2508 or Bonnie Whitney at 712-991-9661 with registrations.

Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce Scarecrow Contest
2022-09-30 - 2022-10-06 | IA
Check out the Scarecrow Entries in Emmetsburg and vote for your favorite one on Facebook or at the Chamber office. Last day to vote is Thursday, October 6. Winner announced on Friday, Oct. 7.
