Palo Alto County Health System is offering a new STEPPS (Systems Training for Emotional Predictability and Problem Solving) program, a group-based course designed to help people understand and regulate feelings of hopelessness, depression, anxiety, and other emotional struggles in order to change behaviors and better manage feelings. STEPPS is a curriculum based program that lasts […]
Emmetsburg Public Library Tween Clubhouse: Come hang out after school from 2-4 PM on March 2. Enjoy a snack, a craft, a game, and maybe a movie. All materials will be provided. Ages 10 & up.
There will be eight weeks of Lenten Fish Fries at the VFW, every Friday from 5:00-7:00 PM from February 25 to April 15. The March 4 Fish Fry will be sponsored and served by the Iowa Lakes Community College Student Senate. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. Dinners […]
Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation’s 16th Annual Grant Award Celebration will be held at the Wild Rose Casino & Resort Ballroom on Friday, March 4. 5:45 PM Doors Open, Cash Bar/Appetizers 6:30 PM Presentation of awards
A Legislative Town Hall Meetings with Rep. Megan Jones, Sen. Dave Rowley and Rep. John Wills, Speaker Pro-Tem will be held on Saturday, March 5 from 8:30-10:00AM at the Emmetsburg Chamber/Welcome Center.
The Palo Alto Pheasants Forever annual banquet will be held at the VFW on Saturday, March 5th at 5:00 PM. Doors open at 5:00, meal at 6:00 followed by Auction at 7:00. For ticket information, contact 712-480-3632.
Join us at the Emmetsburg Public Library for a morning story as well as songs and a fun craft on Monday from 10:30-11:00 AM. Today’s theme will be “My Favorite Color is Green.”
Join us at the Emmetsburg Public Library for GameLAB on March 8 from 3:00-4:00 PM. This board game program teaches kids how to play a classic designer board game from the library’s collection. Refreshments will be provided. Newbies are welcome and encouraged to attend. Ages 10 & up.
ISU Extension & Outreach is sponsoring Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training: Feb. 9 at 9:00A will be Commercial Ag Weed, Insect and Plant Disease training Feb 16 at 9:00A will be Seed Treatment Mar 2 at 9:00A Ornamental and Turf Mar 9 at 9:00A Certified Handlers Pre-registration is required by calling 712-852-2865.
The Palo Alto Cattlemen will hold their annual banquet at the VFW on March 9th.
Join us at the Emmetsburg Public Library for our Friendship Bracelets program on March 10 from 3:00-4:00 PM. This program teaches participants fun ways to make friendship bracelets. Materials and snacks will be provided. For ages 10 & up. Please sign up in advance.
“On Their Own and OK” a youth guide to staying home alone is a program to strengthen skills in youth who may care for themselves and/or siblings during the afterschool/summer hours. Experience hands-on activities, a homemade meal, and more! Explore strategies to handle emergencies, boredom and build confidence to safely stay home along. Program will […]
The Emmetsburg Public Library is hosting a Pokémon Training Camp on March 11 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Pokémon players both beginner and advanced can come learn how to play of the popular trading card game. Prizes and cards will be provided to players. Snacks will be available. Please sign up in advance. Ages 8 & up.
There will be eight weeks of Lenten Fish Fries at the VFW, every Friday from 5:00-7:00 PM from February 25 to April 15. The March 11 fish fry will be sponsored and served by the Catholic Daughters of Americas. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. Dinners are available […]
The Emmetsburg Public Library is hosting Gaming After Hours on March 12 from 2:30-5:00 PM. Come play one of the designer board games from the library’s collection. Refreshments will be provided.
The Pony Express White Elephant Auction will be held at the VFW on March 12 at 5:00 PM. Karaoke by Clarken will begin at 8:00. All proceeds donated to help support “Camp Sunny Side” of Des Moines. For more information, 712-298-1969 or 712-480-0387. Open to the public.
The Junior Miss and Miss Shamrock Pageants will be held at the Emmetsburg Community School Auditorium on March 13 from 3:00-7:00 PM. Admission is $5 per person.
The Emmetsburg Public Library's BIG BOOK SALE is happening all day from March 14-18th! A used and ex-library book sale will be laid out all week in the library during Spring Break. Lots of books! Come to the library to find some bargains for your own library!
Make Your Own Shamrock Bookmark at the Emmetsburg Public Library on March 14 from 2:00-3:30 PM. Come make a festive bookmark and celebrate the start of St. Pat’s week. Refreshments will be provided. For ages 8 & up. Please sign up in advance.
The Emmetsburg Public Library is hosting Retro Video Games on March 15 from 2:00-4:00 PM. A collection of retro video games will be available to play during this time. If Frogger or Ninja Gaiden are your jam, then this program may be for you. Ages 8 & up. Refreshments provided.
The Emmetsburg Public Library will have a St. Pat’s Scavenger Hunt on March 16 from 2:00-3:00 PM. Come explore the library for some St. Patrick’s Day themed hints. Top three winners will receive a special library award! Please sign up in advance. For ages 8 & up.
The Emmetsburg Public Library is hosting a Candy Making program on March 17 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Come make and mold your very own candy. Ages 10 & up. Please sign up in advance.
The public is invited to an open house at the St. Pat’s Headquarters on March 17th from 3:00-5:00 PM. Irish coffee and treats will be served.
The Chamber Coffee will be hosted by the St. Pat’s Irish Gift Shop at the St. Pat’s Headquarters on Friday, March 18 from 9:30-10:30 AM. Everyone is welcome for coffee and a roll.
The Emmetsburg Public Library is hosting Rainbow in a Jar on March 18 from 2:00-4:00 PM. Enjoy your own edible rainbow in a jar! Ages 10 & up. Please sign up in advance.
There will be eight weeks of Lenten Fish Fries at the VFW, every Friday from 5:00-7:00 PM from February 25 to April 15. The March 18 fish fry will be sponsored and served by the Knights of Columbus. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. Dinners are available for […]
The St. Pat’s Bean Bag Tournament will be in the St. Pat’s Heated Tent at 10th and Broadway on March 18 from 5:30-10:00 PM. Sign up to play and come cheer on the teams competing in the Annual Bean Bag Tourney. Warm-up at 5:30. Tournament begins at 6:30 sharp! Kayla Daniels will be playing from […]
The Famous St. Patrick’s Day Parade will begin on Broadway Street at 1:30 PM on March 19.
NEW TRICK BAND will be playing from 8:30-11:30 PM on March 19 after Rowan McCactney and Friends in the St. Pat’s Heated Tent at 10th & Broadway. Music and beverage garden.
The O’Round the Loch Scholarship Run will start at the Smith Wellness Center on March 19 at 8:30AM. Sponsored by Iowa Lakes Community College. Contact Wellness Center for details at 712-852-5311.
St Pat’s Kids Zone will be in the St. Pat’s Heated Tent on 10th and Broadway from 9:00AM-12:00PM on March 19. Activities for kids include: face painting, crafts, donut hole eating contest, photo booth (props will be provided, please bring your own camera. Pedal Tractor Pull Sponsored by Farm Credit Services of America and free […]
Chainsaw artist Jeff Klatt has been showing off his Irish creations for the past several years and can be found on the firehouse lawn on March 19 at 11:00 AM. Two carvings will be auctioned at the Event Tent at 6:00P.
The Rotary Club Scholarship Pancake Breakfast, courtesy of the Kiwanis Club, will be held at the VFW from 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM on Sunday, March 20. Tickets for the Pancake, omelet and sausage breakfast cooked by the Kiwanis Club are $8 for adults and $4 for children 5 and under. Proceeds from the breakfast […]
There will be a Trap Shoot at Sportsman’s Park north of Cylinder on March 20 from 12:00 - 3:00 PM. For more information, contact Don Bruch at 712-852-3240.
Join us at the Emmetsburg Public Library for a morning story as well as songs and a fun craft on Monday from 10:30-11:00 AM. Today’s theme will be “Ribbit, Ribbit.”
There will be eight weeks of Lenten Fish Fries at the VFW, every Friday from 5:00-7:00 PM from February 25 to April 15. The March 25 fish fry will be sponsored and served by the Emmetsburg Rotary Club. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. Dinners are available for […]
Join us at the Emmetsburg Public Library for a morning story as well as songs and a fun craft on Monday from 10:30-11:00 AM. Today’s theme will be “Finny the Fish.”
The West Elementary Kindergarten & Readiness Roundup Parent Meeting for the 2022-2023 School Year will be held on March 30 at 5:00 PM. Parent meeting at 5:00 and at 5:30 tour the building if you wish. You will need to register your child in the fall so it is not necessary to call the school […]
A Chamber Coffee and Auctionfest preview hosted by Emmetsburg Catholic School Auctionfest Committee will be held at Corrigan Hall from 9:30-10:30 AM on April 1st.
The Battle of the Business Bowling Tournament sponsored by the Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce will be held on April 1st. Two Flights of 8 teams bowling at 4:30 and 7:00. Fajita and taco bar catered by Don Jose’s Mexican Restaurant. $50 for three games of bowling plus shoes & a ball, and meal. Prizes for […]
There will be eight weeks of Lenten Fish Fries at the VFW, every Friday from 5:00-7:00 PM from February 25 to April 15. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children age 12 and under. Dinners are available for eat-in or carry out. To-go orders may be called in at 712-298-0883.
Legislative Town Hall Meetings with Rep. Megan Jones, Sen. Dave Rowley and Rep. John Wills, Speaker Pro-Tem at the Emmetsburg Chamber /Welcome Center.
Golf Course Cleanup Day at Five Island Golf Course, 14 N Lawler. Supplies are limited. Please bring any rakes, gloves, etc. you may have that will help make the course look great.
2021 Main Street
PO Box 417
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
712-852-4030
