The Friends of the Maquoketa Public Library will be sponsoring a book sale in the Maquoketa Public Library Community Room from April 25 thru May 2nd. The book sale hours are Saturday, April 25 from 9am to 2pm, Monday thru Thursday from 9am to 7pm and Friday 9am to 5pm. May 2nd is the final …
The Dutrac Community Credit Union is hosting their annual diaper drive May 1st through the 31st. You Can donate diapers of any size or you can make a monetary donation to any Dutrac Branch. Then all the donations will be delivered to United Way and Hiney Heroes for distribution.
The animals are feasting and so can we! Come learn about some easy plants you can forage in the spring with Jackson County Conservation. Join us Saturday, May 2nd from 10-12 at Prairie Creek Recreation Area. Learn safe foraging techniques, common spring plants to harvest, how to ID them, and suggested recipes to try. We …
The DeWitt Noon Lions club is hosting a Tuesday Travelogue on May 5th . The doors will open at 2pm with the program starting at 3pm. Tickets are $5 at the door and concessions are available to purchase. This is an educational fundraiser where local residents share photos and stories about the different culture. This …
When coping with grief, taking the step to move past discomfort and join a support group can be an important part of the healing process. Our group offers a safe, welcoming space to share and listen to others who understand. Hearing shared experiences can provide comfort, insight, and help reduce feelings of isolation. For more …
The Maquoketa Kiwanis club will be hosting the annual Pitch, Hit, and Run Baseball/Softball skills challenge. Young Baseball/Softball fans will have the opportunity to exhibit their Baseball/Softball skills on Tuesday May 5tgh from 5:30-6:30pm at the Grove Street Field at 200 West Grove Street in Maquoketa. This open to boys & girls ages 7-14 years …
Do you like native plants? Do you want to explore one of the highest quality prairies around? On Tuesday May 5 at 6:00 pm join Ray Hamilton, Jackson County Conservation Natural Resources Ecologist Tony Vorwald, and the Iowa Prairie Network to experience the Codfish Hollow (Hamilton) Hill Prairie. Codfish Hollow Hill Prairie is located across …
The National Association of Letter Carriers will be having a Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Leave your non-perishable food donations by your mailbox on May 9th. Your donation today can help feed our neighbors tomorrow.
The Jackson County Master gardeners are having a plant sale on may9th from 9-11am at Boyer Hall at the Jackson County Fairgrounds in Maquoketa. They will have hundreds of plants for sale including: Bulbs, sun & shade perennials, vegetable plants, hostas, rhubarb, grasses, herbs, lawn & garden items, and more. This is a very fast …
The Andrew Fire Department Golf Outing will be Saturday May 9th at the Bellevue Golf Course. It is $240 per team, 4 person best shot, 20 teams max, 9 AM start, and a meal provided. Pre-Register Today by calling Scott Gerardy at 563-357-2285 or Dean Stewart at 563-505-2095.
Looking for a way to celebrate Mother’s Day or need a perfect gift? Come out to the Hurstville Interpretive Center on Saturday, May 9th at 2pm and enjoy a relaxing afternoon painting a garden paver! This is a great activity for a girl’s day, parent/kid day, families and friends! This class will be held outside …
Lost Nation Fire will have their Annual Chicken Dinner on Sunday May 10th from 11-5pm at the Lost Nation Legion Hall. Menu includes: Chicken, French Fries, Salad, Baked Beans, and Drinks. Adults $15, Children 6-12 $8, and preschool kids are free with an adult purchase. For Carry outs call: 678-2447. Delivery is available in the …
