Mural Park Raffle Fundraiser Drawing
2023-11-22 | IA
Emmetsburg Visioning Committee draws winner of the Mural Park Raffle Fundraiser.

Chicks for Charity VFW Fundraiser
2023-11-22 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | VFW, 3205 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Chicks for Charity will be hosting an evening of fun and laughter. There will be a hamburger bar, games, raffle and an auction. The public is encouraged to attend. The free-will dinner will be served from 5 – 6:30. The Chicks are doing all the work and the money will be donated to the VFW.

City Hall/EMU Closed
2023-11-23 - 2023-11-24 | IA
Emmetsburg City Hall and Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities will be closed on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Thursday’s solid waste route will be collected on Wednesday, November 22. Friday’s solid waste route will be collected on Monday, November 27.

Voting Open for Downtown Decorating Contest
2023-11-24 - 2023-12-01 | IA
Week to vote for your favorite decorated beautification planter along Main & Broadway in the downtown. Vote on the Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce Facebook page or in person at the Chamber office.

TCG Demo: One Piece Card Game
2023-11-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
The International Games Month festivities continue with another trading card game demo immediately following Pokémon Club. One Piece is hot, and so is its collectible card game. Come to see it played and to give it a try. You might even learn what a DON!! Deck is. Light refreshments and door prizes will be provided.

Shop Small Saturday
2023-11-25 | IA
Shop Small Saturday sponsored by the Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce.

Breakfast with Santa
2023-11-25 09:00 - 22:30 | Pizza Ranch, 2120 11th St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Breakfast with Santa by Amy & Jane at the Pizza Ranch.

Wintergreen Gnome Glass
2023-11-25 13:00 - 15:00 | The Willow Tree Garden Center, 2103 19th St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
https://www.facebook.com/events/195403183503247/

Gaming After Hours
2023-11-25 14:30 - 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
International Games Month continues at the library during this regular, twice-monthly board game program. The Stonemaier Games theme continues with another of their offerings: Pendulum. In Pendulum, time is the most precious resource as you attempt to rule Dünyaa. Join us as we celebrate the 100th edition of “Gaming after Hours!” Ages 12 and up. Light refreshments will be provided.

Table Tennis Tournament
2023-11-27 - 2023-12-01 | Smith Wellness Center, 3200 College Dr, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
The Wellness Center is joining the fun along with the libraries for International Games Month! This week, a Table Tennis tournament will run all week. Be sure to inquire at the desk about being paired up with an opponent and other tournament information. This event is open to the public free of charge.

Video Game Hangout
2023-11-27 15:30 - 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Video games are not excluded from the International Games Month festivities. At this program, the library will have available Super Smash Bros. to play afterschool. For ages 8 and up. Please register in advance. Light refreshments will be provided.

Scandinavian Bake Sale
2023-11-29 13:00 - 15:30 | Bethany Lutheran Church, 703 Broadway St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Scandinavian Bake Sale at Bethany Lutheran Church. Goodies will be wrapped and priced for those wanting Rosettes, Frosted Pretzels, Krumkake, Lefse, Kringla and other Christmas Goodies.

Board Game Demo: Charterstone
2023-11-29 18:30 - 20:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
The International Games Month festivities continue with another board game demo. Back to a full-length edition this week, we explore Charterstone from Stonemaier Games. In Charterstone, you witness your city flourish and the board change forever as you play. Ages 14 and up. Light refreshments will be provided.

Christmas Market at The Social Market
2023-11-30 15:00 - 19:00 | The Social Market, 1017 Broadway St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Nov 30: https://www.facebook.com/events/1416292252436121/

Reading Dragons Party
2023-11-30 15:30 - 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Emmetsburg Public Library/ILCC Library, Emmetsburg As we close out International Games Month at the libraries, the library celebrates its newest program and collaborative endeavor, Reading Dragons. Prizes and snacks await those who show up with their cards!

Charcuterie Board Class
2023-11-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Blossoming Creations, 906 Broadway St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
https://www.facebook.com/events/3651347061815356/

Home for the Holidays
2023-12-01 - 2023-12-02 | IA
Holiday Lighted Parade – Friday 6pm
The parade will travel south from 7th Street to 12th Street then sit stationary for everyone to enjoy the lighted floats.
Holiday Open House with Santa – Friday following parade

Santa and Mrs. Claus
Hot cocoa sponsored by Knights of Columbus
Kiddie bags sponsored by Kiwanis
Popcorn and M&Ms sponsored by Jane Whitmore and Lou Ann Huberty
The Biblical Brass
Horse drawn wagon rides sponsored by Iowa Trust and PACHS

Shopping Event – Friday and Saturday
Open houses, door prizes, snacks and beverages at participating businesses! Get a chance to win a $25 mystery prize each time you make a purchase at a participating business!

50th Anniversary of the Construction Technology Program
2023-12-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Iowa Lakes Community College, 3200 College Dr, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Iowa Lakes Community College invites everyone to join them in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Construction Technology Program. Chamber Coffee will be held during this time at the Construction Tech Building on the Emmetsburg Campus. The public is welcome.

TCG Mania @ the Library
2023-12-01 17:00 - 18:30 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
“TCG Mania” at the Emmetsburg Public Library every Friday from 5:00-6:30pm

Merchant Holiday Matinee Movie
2023-12-02 13:00 - 15:30 | Riviera Theatre, 2209 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Merchant Holiday Matinee Movie at the Riviera Theatre. Tickets are available at sponsoring Merchant businesses. Admission by ticket only.
December 2: “League of Super Pets”
December 9: “Rudy Gilman: Teenage Kraken”
December 16: “Super Mario Bros. Movie”

Gaming After Hours: Tapestry
2023-12-02 14:30 - 17:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Play Tapestry, a game where you can lead a unique civilization to greatness through cultural and technological advances. Ages 12 and up. Light refreshments will be provided.

Kiwanis Pancake & Omelet Breakfast
2023-12-03 08:00 - 12:00 | VFW, 3205 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Kiwanis Pancake & Omelet breakfast in support of the Emmetsburg Dance Team at the VFW

Glenn Henriksen Concert
2023-12-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Bethany Lutheran Church, 703 Broadway St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Glenn Henriksen Concert at Bethany Lutheran Church in Emmetsburg. Free will offering and goodies to follow.

Walk-In Social Services
2023-12-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
A Social Worker from Care Connections of Northern Iowa will be available for drop-in appointments in the library every Monday. Care Connections exists to support improved access to behavioral healthcare through local resources to promote full citizenship for people with mental illness and intellectual disabilities

Dementia Support Group
2023-12-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Grace Estates at Lakeside, 401 N Lawler St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Dementia Support Group presented by Cari Jack, St. Croix Hospice Care Transition Coordinator . Meet at Grace Estates, 401 N. Lawler in Emmetsburg. No need to RSVP. For more information, contact Cari at 712-363-9897

Early Out Movie: Super Mario Bros
2023-12-06 13:30 - 15:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
“Early Out Movie” Emmetsburg Public Library Kindergarten through 4th grade is invited to come watch the movie Super Mario Bros. Popcorn and water will be served.

Diamond Painting
2023-12-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Emmetsburg Public Library, 707 N Superior St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
“5th– 12th “Diamond Painting” Emmetsburg Public Library Come decorate a holiday scene with diamonds. All supplies are provided. Refreshments will be served. Please register in advance.

VFW Meeting & Meal
2023-12-06 18:00 - 19:30 | VFW, 3205 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
The VFW monthly meeting with a meal to follow.

Elf The Musical
2023-12-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Main Street Community Theatre, 2206 19th St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
Emmetsburg Main Street Community Theatre Proudly presents:
Elf The Musical

Book by THOMAS MEEHAN and BOB MARTIN
Music by MATTHEW SKLAR
Lyrics by CHAD BEGUELIN
Based upon the New Line Cinema film written by David Berenbaum

Show dates are:
December 8, 9, 15, 16 @ 7:30pm
December 10, 17 @ 2:00pm

Tickets are $10 General Admission – come early and enjoy concessions for a free-will donation, and get in the holiday spirit!
Tickets are available for purchase online at bit.ly/elf50536 or by visiting the box office, open one hour prior to curtain.

From MTI – Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear.

Elf The Musical
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com

VFW Potluck
2023-12-10 16:00 - 17:00 | VFW, 3205 Main St, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536, United States
All VFW members, guests, families are invited to share in a Christmas pot-luck meal starting at 4:00P. Everyone can try their hand at bingo following dinner.
