Date | Event |
7/1/2024 | Summer Reading Workshop in Cresco at Cresco Public Library, 10-11am. Contact Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001. more info... |
7/2/2024 | Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off. Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South. more info... |
7/3/2024 | Wednesday, July 3rd, 10am at the Cresco Fitness Center. Join Children's Librarian Kim as she reads a couple of books in the pool! Brought in partnership with Cresco Fitness Center. No membership required. more info... |
7/4/2024 | Thursday, July 4th, come celebrate Independence Day with the American Legion Post 135 with a free meal at the downtown Cresco American Legion from 11am - 1pm. more info... |
7/5/2024 | For ages 12-18, Cresco Public Library will feature a Painted Rock event on Friday, July 5th, 2:30pm. Join Young Adult Librarian Jess and paint kindness rocks to build a Kindness Rock Garden outside of the library. Snacks and prizes provided. more info... |
7/5/2024 | Friday, July 5th, 4-8pm at the Prairie's Edge Nature Center is Family Fun Night. Bouncy Houses, Gaming Truck, Food vendors, Nature Center tours, Balloon Guy and more. After all the fun, move over to the Cresco Country Club for music, food, drinks and at dark, Fireworks! more info... |
7/6/2024 | Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000. more info... |
7/6/2024 | AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco. more info... |
7/8/2024 | The public is invited to attend the Howard County Substance Abuse Coalition (Prevention 5) meetings every second Monday of the month at 12pm Noon. During the school year we meet at Crestwood High School and during the summer we meet at the Cresco Chamber either in person or via zoom. more info... |
7/9/2024 | Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off. Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South. more info... |
7/9/2024 | Tuesday, July 9th is Fun with Bots, 9am-3pm at the Riceville City Park. K-3 learning about robotics and coding K-3 learning about robotics and coding Tuesday, July 16th is Fun with Bots, 9am-3pm at Brown Park in Lime Springs. more info... |
7/10/2024 | Wednesday, July 10th, 8-11:30am at NICC Cresco Center for Kindergarteners and First Graders is STEAM Creative: Makerspace Camp, class #96854. Let your student build up some ‘steam’ in this makerspace experience that offers a place to collaborate, create, invent, tinker, explore, and discover. Participants in this STEAM camp will create videos (green screen and stop-motion), problem solve their way out of an escape room, and use interactive AI, coding, robots, and engineering. Together, they will innovate and share ideas, equipment, and knowledge while applying their discoveries to make their community a better place. The experience ends with the presentation of a video portfolio that summarizes the students’ STEAM makerspace journey. Call 844-642-2338 ext. 1399 to Register. more info... |
7/10/2024 | Wednesday, July 10th is the HoCA Golf Tournament at the Cresco Country Club. Tournament starts at 9am. more info... |
7/10/2024 | Wednesday, July 10th, 10am at the Cresco Public Library is Touch-a-Truck: Police Car. Stop by to get up close and personal with a Cresco Police Car! Kids will visit with an officer and maybe even sit in the police car! more info... |
7/10/2024 | Wednesday, July 10th, 12:30-4pm at NICC Cresco Center is STEAM Creative: Makerspace Camp for grades 2-3, class #96855. Let your student build up some ‘steam’ in this makerspace experience that offers a place to collaborate, create, invent, tinker, explore, and discover. Participants in this STEAM camp will create videos (green screen and stop-motion), problem solve their way out of an escape room, and use interactive AI, coding, robots, and engineering. Together, they will innovate and share ideas, equipment, and knowledge while applying their discoveries to make their community a better place. The experience ends with the presentation of a video portfolio that summarizes the students’ STEAM makerspace journey. Call 844-642-2338 ext. 1399 to Register. more info... |
7/10/2024 | Wednesday, July 10th from 3-4pm at the Cresco Public Library is an Informational Session on Dementia. Increase your knowledge with Bridget White, certified occupational therapy assistant, COTA/L and become a Dementia Friend today. Contact Bridget at 563.387.3031 with questions. more info... |
7/10/2024 | Wednesday, July 10th is the virtual presentation at 5:15pm for the Chamber sponsored trip to Greece March 20, 2025. Call the Chamber, 563.547.3434, for the link and more information. more info... |
7/11/2024 | Thursday, July 11th at NICC Cresco Center, 8:30am-3:30pm is STEAM Creative: Makerspace Camp for grades 4-6, class #96856. Let your student build up some ‘steam’ in this makerspace experience that offers a place to collaborate, create, invent, tinker, explore, and discover. Participants in this STEAM camp will create videos (green screen and stop-motion), problem solve their way out of an escape room, and use interactive AI, coding, robots, and engineering. Together, they will innovate and share ideas, equipment, and knowledge while applying their discoveries to make their community a better place. The experience ends with the presentation of a video portfolio that summarizes the students’ STEAM makerspace journey. Call 844-642-2338 ext. 1399 to Register. more info... |
7/11/2024 | Live music at Atomic Pizza Pub in Cresco from 6-9pm featuring Luke Hendrickson. more info... |
7/13/2024 | Saturday, July 13th at the Howard County Fairgrounds, Speedway Infield is the Cresco Tractor Pull. Free admission. Registration begins at 9am with the Pull beginning at 10am. Bring your lawn chairs and coolers. Food will be available on site. more info... |
7/13/2024 | Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000. more info... |
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7/13/2024 | Saturday, July 13th at the Cresco Country Club is the Isaac Wiltgen Memorial Golf Tournament. Tournament begins at 9am. Call 563.547.2374 to sign up. more info... |
7/13/2024 | AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco. more info... |
7/15/2024 | Summer Reading Workshop in Cresco at Cresco Public Library, 10-11am. Contact Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001. more info... |
7/16/2024 | Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off. Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South. more info... |
7/16/2024 | Tuesday, July 9th is Fun with Bots, 9am-3pm at the Riceville City Park. K-3 learning about robotics and coding K-3 learning about robotics and coding Tuesday, July 16th is Fun with Bots, 9am-3pm at Brown Park in Lime Springs. more info... |
7/16/2024 | Tuesday, July 16th, 5:30pm at Lake Meyer is Intro to Kayaking, #96639. New to kayaking? Want to expand your paddling knowledge? Join Winneshiek County Conservation to learn about the basics of kayaking on the calm waters of Lake Meyer. A kayak, paddle, and life jacket will be provided. more info... |
7/17/2024 | The Chamber Business Committee meets every third Wednesday at 8:00am at the Chamber office. All Chamber members are welcome. more info... |
7/17/2024 | Wednesday, July 17th is the Hospital Auxiliary Golf Tournament at the Cresco Country Club. Registration begins at 8am and the tournament starts at 9am. more info... |
7/17/2024 | Bitty Bunnies is the Summer Reading Workshop at Elma Public Library, Wednesday, July 17th, 9-10am. more info... |
7/17/2024 | Wednesday, July 17th, 12-4pm at Pulpit Rock Brewery Decorah is the Regional Roundup sponsored by Northeast Iowa Business Network. Topics include Save Your Town Money and Exploring INcentives to Create Partnerships. This event is free to attend. more info... |
7/17/2024 | Wednesday, July 17th, 2pm at United Methodist Church Cresco is the Cresco Public Library event Dan Kirk Juggling. Be prepared for an all-new juggling experience with Dan Kirk Juggling! Expect tricks you have never seen and a chance to try them out for yourself! more info... |
7/18/2024 -7/21/2024 | CCT Productions presents The Addams Family, A New Musical on July 18-21, 2024. Tickets, $15 each, are available at the Cresco Chamber, CUSB Bank, Cresco Bank & Trust, Cresco City Hall and Cresco Theatre & Opera House. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday performances are at 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm) and Sunday performance is 2pm (doors open at 1:30pm). more info... |
7/18/2024 | Thursday, July 18th, 8am-6pm is Ridiculous Day in Cresco. Check out the great sales and fun throughout the day. more info... |
7/18/2024 | Thursday, July 18th is a Patio Party at The Ox & Wren starting at 5pm. Food, music and fun is on the schedule. more info... |
7/18/2024 | Learn and prepare for your bundle of joy with the help of our experienced labor and delivery team! Thursdays, January 11th, March 14th, May 16th, July 18th, September 19th, and November 21st more info... |
7/19/2024 -7/21/2024 | Friday-Sunday, July 19-21, 2024 is the Steve McCarville Memorial Men's Softball Tournament at East Park in Cresco. Free camping, bands, bags tournament and 50/50 drawing round out the weekend. Contact Ryan at 563.380.5288 to register or for more information. more info... |
7/19/2024 | Friday, July 19th, 9:30am is the Moms & Moppets Golf Tournament. Call 563.547.2374 to sign-up. more info... |
7/19/2024 | Friday, July 19th, 2pm at the United Methodist Church Cresco is a Magic Show sponsored by the Cresco Public Library. Intended for ages 0-11 years. Get ready to be dazzled by the Jonathan May Magic Show! Packed with illusions and laughter, watch closely as his tricks amaze you! more info... |
7/19/2024 | Friday, July 19th, 2:30pm is Tiny Art at the Cresco Public Library. Intended for ages 23-18 years. Test your tiny art skills on 2-inch canvases! All materials provided by the library. more info... |
7/19/2024 | Tailwind Acres has joined the Cresco Area Chamber of Commerce, and a RIBBON CUTTING will take place at 5:30pm. All are welcome. And who doesn’t love a setting sun on the farm? Come out Friday, July 19th for two great experiences! U-Pick Flowers, 6-8pm, and later for a Barn Dance Western Home String Band, 8-10pm. Pick a beautiful bouquet or two • pack a picnic dinner • wander the Tailwind Acres grounds • check out the new event spaces • take photos • bring your friends and fam, minus the pets. New this year… Beer and wine available for purchase! • $20 for a pitcher-sized bouquet of other flowers, toss in a sunflower each at no extra charge. No need to R.S.V.P, just come out anytime between open hours! And then, join us for a good ol’ fashioned contra barn dance. Bring your dancing shoes and try them out on our newly renovated barn! Ticket price: $7 at the door more info... |
7/20/2024 | Saturday, July 20th, 8-11am at Tailwind Acres, LLC is a fun U-Pick Flowers morning! Pick a beautiful bouquet or two • enjoy complimentary treats in the newly renovated barn • wander the Tailwind Acres grounds • check out the new event spaces • take photos • bring your friends and fam, minus the pets: • $20 for a pitcher-sized bouquet. **Sunflowers per availability. BYO-vase or vases onsite for additional fee. No need to R.S.V.P, just come out anytime between open hours! more info... |
7/20/2024 | Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000. more info... |
7/20/2024 | AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco. more info... |
7/20/2024 | Planning is underway for the 2nd annual Schley Cheese Fest! 3 Bands, Vintage Show & Shine, Free Will Donation Meal , Yard games for all ages , Food & Beverage Vendors & MORE ! An afternoon /night filled with fun , laughter & friends. So join us on Saturday, July 20th, 2-12pm. more info... |
7/23/2024 | Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off. Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South. more info... |
7/23/2024 | Tuesday, July 23rd, 9am-3pm at Riceville City Park and Tuesday, July 30th, 9am-3pm at Brown Park in Lime Springs if the class Agriculture Everyday. 4-8 gr program to learn about Ag in our daily lives 4-8 gr program to learn about Ag in our daily lives. more info... |
7/24/2024 | Wednesday, July 24th, 2pm at the Cresco Public Library is the Junk Robot Fair. Bring your imagination and determination. See who can make the most impressive robot with only recycled items! more info... |
7/25/2024 | Thursday, July 25th, 9am-3pm in the Elma Community Center and Thursday, August 1st, 9am-3pm in the Featherlite Center in Cresco is the class Delicious Dough. Grades K-3 learn about break making and tasting types of bread. Grades K-3 learn about break making and tasting types of bread. more info... |
7/25/2024 | Thursday, July 25th, 6-8pm is the virtual class: I Only Want a Peanut Butter Sandwich! - Childcare Provider Training. Worried about the child who only wants to eat one food? You’ll learn about eating habits that are normal for young children, strategies that promote healthy eating habits, and how to foster pleasant mealtime experiences — all while taste testing. more info... |
7/26/2024 | Friday, July 26th, 2:30pm at the Cresco Public Library is the Teen Tie-Dye event for ages 12-18 years. Shirts, bags, and bandanas oh my! Tie-dye a shirt or bag, or bring something from home, with Jess the Young Adult Librarian! All supplies provided by the library. Snacks and drinks provided. more info... |
7/26/2024 | Who doesn’t love a setting sun on the farm? Join us Friday, July 26th, 6-8pm at Tailwind Acres, LLC for U-Pick Flowers at Sunset. Pick a beautiful bouquet or two • pack a picnic dinner • wander the Tailwind Acres grounds • check out the new event spaces • take photos • bring your friends and fam, minus the pets. New this year… Beer and wine available for purchase! • $20 for a pitcher-sized bouquet of other flowers, toss in a sunflower each at no extra charge. No need to R.S.V.P, just come out anytime between open hours! more info... |
7/27/2024 | Saturday, July 27th, 8-11am is U-Pick Flowers at Tailwind Acres, LLC. Pick a beautiful bouquet or two • enjoy complimentary treats in the newly renovated barn • wander the Tailwind Acres grounds • check out the new event spaces • take photos • bring your friends and fam, minus the pets: • $20 for a pitcher-sized bouquet. **Sunflowers per availability. BYO-vase or vases onsite for additional fee. • $60, 5 gal. bucket (fills 4-5 Mason jars) • Cash, check or credit card accepted onsite. No need to R.S.V.P, just come out anytime between open hours! more info... |
7/27/2024 | Welcome to the Polka Party every Saturday morning, 8:00am - 12:00 Noon on Super C KCZQ 102.3 FM. Playing all your polka and old-time favorites. Request line is 563.547.1000. more info... |
7/27/2024 | AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco. more info... |
7/27/2024 | Live music at Atomic Pizza Pub in Cresco from 6-9pm featuring Casey Klein and our own Braelyn McCarville! more info... |
7/28/2024 | Sunday, July 28th, 9am is the Scott Webb Memorial Trap/22LR Match. All proceeds will go to the family of Scott Webb. A $30 entry fee you will give you the ability to shoot 2 rounds of trap (50 shots) and 5 stages of 22lr match (50 shots). There will be a cash back given for top in each event and an aggerate for the top of both combined. If you don't have a trap gun or a 22lr rifle and want to participate, please msg there will be some extras you can use to participate. you can shoot them in any order you like trap then 22lr or 22lr then trap. more info... |
7/28/2024 | To celebrate the 110th Anniversary of the Cresco Theatre & Opera House, the Cresco Theatre Commission is hosting FREE Matinees at the Cresco Theatre every month featuring movies that have been performed on stage by the Cresco Community Theatre. All Sunday matinees will be at 2pm with doors opening at 1:30pm. Sunday, January 21st will be Fiddler on the Roof. Sunday, February 25th will be The Odd Couple Sunday, March 24th will be The Wizard of Oz Sunday, April 21st will be The Unsinkable Molly Brown Sunday, May 19th will be Best Little Whorehouse in Texas Sunday, June 23rd will be Carol Burnett Skits Sunday, July 28th will be The Producers Sunday, August 25th will be the 2006 version of Charlotte's Web Sunday, September 29th will be Little Shop of Horrors Sunday, October 27th will be Nosferatu Sunday, November 17th will be Arsenic & Old Lace Sunday, December 29th will be A Christmas Carol more info... |
7/29/2024 | Summer Reading Workshop in Cresco at Cresco Public Library, 10-11am. Contact Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001. more info... |
7/30/2024 | Every Tuesday is Senior Day at Cresco Family Pharmacy with 20% off. Offered at Cresco Family Pharmacy, both locations, the Clinic Pharmacy and Pharmacy South. more info... |
7/30/2024 | Tuesday, July 23rd, 9am-3pm at Riceville City Park and Tuesday, July 30th, 9am-3pm at Brown Park in Lime Springs if the class Agriculture Everyday. 4-8 gr program to learn about Ag in our daily lives 4-8 gr program to learn about Ag in our daily lives. more info... |
7/31/2024 | Wednesday, July 31st, 10am at United Methodist Church in Cresco is a fun and interactive program where volunteers will get balloon accessories and act out a couple of stories with balloon specialist, Patty. Intended for ages 0-11 years. more info... |
7/31/2024 | Join us on the last Wednesday of the month (April - September) for A&W's Cruise Night from 5-8pm. Music, prizes, specials, and of course, cool cars/trucks/motorcycles and more! more info... |
7/31/2024 | The Cresco Speedway will feature racing at the Howard County Fairgrounds. Classes for Non-Fair Race events include USRA Stock Car, USRA B-Modified, USRA Hobby Stock, USRA Tuner and NEIRS Winged Sprint Cars. National points for the USRA classes. Grandstand admission $5; Pit pass $30. Hot laps at 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays: May 15, June 12, July 31 more info... |