Members of the Rotary Club of Jefferson completed a “No Food November” drive for the Action Resource Center with a large delivery on Dec. 6 Non-food items including paper products, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, or laundry and dish detergent were collected throughout the month of November. “Those are things that really add up and can’t be purchased with food…
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Homemade bread topic for adult ed class
The art of baking homemade bread was on the agenda at the Greene County Career Academy culinary kitchen when homemade bread enthusiast Tim Christensen shared his tips with twelve adult learners on hand. Each student learned how to mix the ingredients and baked a loaf on site. They also created a second dough masterpiece to take home and bake in…
Read MoreStudents in K-1 to present Christmas program, art show
Greene County kindergartners and first graders invite their families and friends to Carol with the Kids: A Night of Performance and Song, Thursday, Dec. 16, at the Greene County High School auditorium. The children will perform songs “sure to get you in the holiday spirit,” said elementary general music teacher Emily Malamos. Artwork will be on display before and after…
Read MoreHoliday events in Churdan Saturday
A busy morning of holiday fun is slated for the Churdan public library Saturday, Dec. 11. The library will host an open house from 9 to 11 am, but activities continue through 1 pm. An Ugly Sweater Contest is in progress now, with the winner to be announced Saturday at noon. Vote tickets are $1 each or six for $5.…
Read MoreJamaica library to host holiday event for kids
Staff at the Jamaica public library invite area youth to Christmas for Kids at the library on Friday, Dec. 10, at 2 pm. Activities will include story time, crafts, a Christmas-themed video and holiday snacks. The event is open to all and there is no cost. Jamaica public library is located at 316 Main St in downtown Jamaica. Persons who…
Read MoreBlood drive in Jefferson Dec. 13
LifeServe Blood Center is seeking eligible blood donors to give blood at upcoming community blood drives this holiday season to prevent a blood shortage. A community blood drive is scheduled in Jefferson on Tuesday, Dec. 14, from 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 801 W. Lincoln Way. Appointments are required. Each holiday season, schedules fill up with holiday…
Read MoreExtension offers retirement planning workshop
How can I be sure my retirement funds will last my lifetime? This important question is addressed in an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach workshop that will be offered online two different times this winter. The first opportunity for the workshop is on Thursdays, Dec. 2 and 9, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Pre-register at http://bit.ly/wyrp17806 The on-line series…
Read MoreGreene County Singers slate Christmas program
The Greene County Singers, under the direction of Sheilah McGregor Pound, will present “Christmasing with You” Sunday, Dec. 5, at 3:30 pm. They will share unique selections of choral music at the Central Christian Church in Jefferson. Enjoy a “Carpenter’s Christmas Medley,” a piece that brings a bit of Bach and a traditional Christmas carol together called “Still a Bach…
Read MoreJingle into Junction Sunday, Dec. 5
All are invited to Jingle into Junction Sunday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 7 pm at the Grand Junction Community Center. The evening will feature a soup supper with a musical interlude by the Greene County Singers. A silent auction will include seasonal decor, craft items, and items donated by local businesses. Trees and wreaths will be on display, with…
Read MoreChristmas in Scranton celebration Dec. 1
Plan to visit with your friends in Scranton on Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 1. Many of the businesses are hosting open houses and serving refreshments. The event is coordinated by Scranton Betterment Committee. Hosting open houses from 1to 3 pm are Heritage Insurance and Real Estate / Scranton Life and Health, Peoples Bank and Scranton Telephone. Register for a drawing at…
Read MoreBreakfast with Santa this Saturday
The popular Breakfast with Santa Claus returns to Greene County Community Center Saturday, Nov. 27, from 8 to 10:30 am. Breakfast, sponsored by HyVee, is free for children; adults will pay. Kids can decorate cookies and visit with Santa. Photos with Santa will be available for a charge from Meythaler Photography. Pre-registration is available at the community center, 204 W.…
Read MoreWilliams, Clouse at Community Conversation Dec. 2
Sheriff Jack Williams and Jefferson police chief Mark Clouse will discuss regulations for the new Law Enforcement Center, how that affects staffing, and possible uses for the former LEC (S. Chestnut St) at the Community Conversation Thursday, Dec. 2, at 5:30 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, Jefferson. Community Conversations is a monthly program to help inform county residents of important…
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