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Events in the month of February 2025

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Saturday, February 1, 2025
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.
Saturday, February 1, 2025
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Sunday, February 2, 2025
Sunday, February 2nd is the Choir Booster Omelet Breakfast from 8am-1pm at Crestwood High School.
Monday, February 3, 2025

Great Opportunities for Students of MiEnergy. Deadlines are March 3.

FREE TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.
Two area high school students (1 from MN and 1 from IA) will be awarded by MiEnergy to represent the cooperative as delegates on the Youth Tour in June 2025.
https://www.mienergy.coop/youthtour

COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIPS
MiEnergy gives scholarships to high school seniors to help them further their education. To be eligible, the student's parent(s) or guardian(s) must be members of the cooperative. The community service-based scholarships are funded through unclaimed capital credits.
https://www.mienergy.coop/scholarships

 
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
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.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Tuesday, February 4th, 1-3pm at the Extension Office is the Howard County Experimental Farm meeting.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.

Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month for the mobile food pantry at the Howard County Fairgrounds starting at 4:30pm. Join us on the first Tuesday of each month for the mobile food pantry at the Howard County Fairgrounds starting at 4:30pm. 
Thursday, February 6, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Learn and prepare for your bundle of joy with the help of our experienced labor and delivery team!

Regional Health holds bi-monthly prenatal classes in the Beadle Conference Room (please enter through the Main Entrance).
This class covers topics like prenatal care, labor & delivery, postpartum, newborn care, and breastfeeding.
A light snack will be provided.
All expecting parents are welcome.
There is no charge for the class for those delivering at RHSHC.
The cost is $45 to those delivering elsewhere.

Thursday, February 6, 2025
All classes held from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in the Beadle Conference Room.

Call 563.547.2022 to register and for more information.

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Have you ever wondered how rabbit hunts with dogs are done? Want to learn how to hunt rabbits? Want to see working dogs in action? Join the Cresco Wildlife Club for a real live hunting adventure led by the great Ben Hillyer and learn all things involved in hunting rabbits with his busy beagles.

Join us Saturday, January 25, 2025, or February 8, 2025, - choose your date!

Saturday, February 8, 2025
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.
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Five opportunities for a 4-H Quilts of Valor at the Weed Patch Retreat Center in Cresco. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.
2024: October 5th, December 7th
2025: February 8th, April 5th, June 6th
Saturday, February 8, 2025
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Join the Driftrunners Snowmobile Club on the trail just south of Florenceville/Granger at the warming bin for Charlie's Chili Feed on Saturday, February 8th.
Chili, Brats, & Beverages will be provided for a free will donation. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Serving starts at 11am and goes till 3pm or until we run out of food.
Event is subject to move dates pending snow availability. Alternate location will be announced if needed as well pending snow conditions.

 

Find all the details on Facebook at Driftrunners Snowmobile Club

Sunday, February 9, 2025

Sunday, February 9th at 6:30pm is Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

Monday, February 10, 2025

Great Opportunities for Students of MiEnergy. Deadlines are March 3.

FREE TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.
Two area high school students (1 from MN and 1 from IA) will be awarded by MiEnergy to represent the cooperative as delegates on the Youth Tour in June 2025.
https://www.mienergy.coop/youthtour

COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIPS
MiEnergy gives scholarships to high school seniors to help them further their education. To be eligible, the student's parent(s) or guardian(s) must be members of the cooperative. The community service-based scholarships are funded through unclaimed capital credits.
https://www.mienergy.coop/scholarships

 
Monday, February 10, 2025 - Monday, April 14, 2025
Win a popcorn machine, popcorn, popcorn containers and fun seasonings by purchasing raffle tickets at Cresco Chamber, Cresco City Hall and the Theatre & Opera House. $5/ticket or 5 for $20. Call Wendy at 563.547.3101 or the Cresco Chamber 563.547.3434 for more information.
Monday, February 10, 2025
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.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
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.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Join these 5 sessions online zoom classes to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function. Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 from 3:30-5pm, class #100947.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Join us Wednesday, February 19th, 5:15-7:15pm at the Ridgeway Community Center for an engaging Ag Marketing Seminar, where you'll gain valuable insights into the corn and soybean markets. Learn essential risk management approaches and discover practical strategies to protect your farm's success. Plus, hear from a crop insurance expert to maximize your coverage options. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your marketing plan and safeguard your bottom line! All are invited - you do not need to be a Decorah or Cresco Bank customer to attend.
Featured Speakers:
🎤 RJ Brinkmeyer – A Strategic Account Manager at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Co., RJ brings 25+ years of experience in crop insurance and will share actionable tips to help maximize your coverage options.
🎤 Clayton Pope – Owner of Clayton Pope Commodities, LLC, Clayton specializes in market strategy and risk management, with vast experience helping farmers like you secure long-term profitability.
RSVP by February 12th to save your spot! Message us on Facebook, call 563-387-5201 or email: events@cresco.bank. We hope to see you there.
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Thursdays in 2024: Nov 14 and in 2025: Feb 13, May 8, Aug 14 and Nov 13 is the Advance Planning Assistance Sessions offer by Regional Health Services of Howard County.

Living wills and other documents help your doctors and loved ones know your wishes if you are not able to communicate them due to trauma, illness, or nearing end of life. Nobody likes to think about these difficult situations, but they are much easier for you and your family if you complete documents that clearly communicate your wishes. Join us for a free Advance Planning Assistance Session where our experts will be on hand with more information about documents to communicate those choices and to assist you with completing these documents.
*All sessions take place in the Laura Rose Conference Room at Regional Health Services of Howard County from 11 AM - 1 PM.
*Walk-ins encouraged or contact 563-547-6343 or brecka.putnam@rhshc.com to make an appointment.
*All adults 18 and older are encouraged to have medical advance directives.
*Please make sure any documents needing to be notarized are unsigned and that you have your driver's license or passport if you need a document notarized.
*Documents should be reviewed and possibly updated before a major medical procedure, after a change in marital status, after a health status change or major diagnosis, every ten years, when children are born, after a move to a new state, after the death of someone mentioned on your current documents, after an inheritance, and after becoming a legal adult.
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Thursday, February 13th, 12pm-5pm at United Methodist Church Cresco is the American Red Cross Blood Drive. 
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Join these 5 sessions online zoom classes to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function. Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 from 3:30-5pm, class #100947.
Thursday, February 13, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.

Thursday, February 13, 2025
Hey kids, wanna decorate some fun Valentine's Day cookies? Join us Thursday, February 13th, 3:45-5pm at NICC Cresco Center, class #100673.
It’s not as hard as you might think! With a little direction, a few tips and a bit of practice with a pastry bag, your decorated cookies will rival the fancy ones at the bakery. Grab an apron, roll up your sleeves and get ready to get your hands on some cookies! This fun class will be taught by Jodi Sorensen of ‘Just One More Cookie Co’! Class is open to kids in kindergarten-2nd Grade.
Call 844-642-2338 ext. 1399 to Register.
Friday, February 14, 2025
No school Friday, February 14th for Professional Development.
Friday, February 14, 2025 - Thursday, February 20, 2025
Bring a receipt dated February 14-20, 2025, from any Cresco restaurant and get in on the FREE Couple Combo (large popcorn and two large sodas) at the Cresco Theatre & Opera House.
Friday, February 14, 2025
Friday, February 14th, 9pm - Midnight is Karaoke at Pub no. 7.
Friday, February 14, 2025
Friday, February 14th from 5pm to close is Fat T's Valentine's Day Special and Sweetheart Dinner. 
Saturday, February 15, 2025
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.
Saturday, February 15, 2025
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Come feed your WILD SIDE at the Wild Game Feed on Saturday, February 15th. Doors open at 4pm.
Saturday, February 15, 2025

Saturday, February 15th is the Adult Winter Dance at Notre Dame, 5-10pm. 
$25/person ages 18 and older. Meal catered by McAllister's and there will be a cash bar.

Contact Brian McGee for more information, b.mcgee@dbqarch.org

Sunday, February 16, 2025
Join us on Sunday, February 16th at Pub no. 7 for a Euchre Tournament. Must be 21 years of age or older and there will be no joker games. The tournament starts at 2pm sharp. Call 563.547.2516 for more information.
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Every third Sunday of the month from 8am-12pm is the VFW Pancake Breakfast at the VFW Hall along Hwy 9. This is a free-will offering.
Monday, February 17, 2025
No school, Monday, February 17th for President's Day.
Monday, February 17, 2025

Great Opportunities for Students of MiEnergy. Deadlines are March 3.

FREE TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.
Two area high school students (1 from MN and 1 from IA) will be awarded by MiEnergy to represent the cooperative as delegates on the Youth Tour in June 2025.
https://www.mienergy.coop/youthtour

COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIPS
MiEnergy gives scholarships to high school seniors to help them further their education. To be eligible, the student's parent(s) or guardian(s) must be members of the cooperative. The community service-based scholarships are funded through unclaimed capital credits.
https://www.mienergy.coop/scholarships

 
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
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.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Offering Iowa dairy producers an opportunity to learn about emerging dairy industry issues on Tuesday, February 18th, 9:30am-3pm in Elma at the Community Complex. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.5447.3001.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Join these 5 sessions online zoom classes to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function. Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 from 3:30-5pm, class #100947.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Join us for three Wednesdays, January 22, February 19, and March 19 for the 4-H STEAM Camp at the Riceville Public Library. Call Sue Barnes for more information, 563.547.3001.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Wednesday, February 19th, 9-11am at the Extension Office is the class Ag Pest Control and Seed Treatment.

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Join us Wednesday, February 19th, 5:15-7:15pm at the Ridgeway Community Center for an engaging Ag Marketing Seminar, where you'll gain valuable insights into the corn and soybean markets. Learn essential risk management approaches and discover practical strategies to protect your farm's success. Plus, hear from a crop insurance expert to maximize your coverage options. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your marketing plan and safeguard your bottom line! All are invited - you do not need to be a Decorah or Cresco Bank customer to attend.
Featured Speakers:
🎤 RJ Brinkmeyer – A Strategic Account Manager at Farmers Mutual Hail Insurance Co., RJ brings 25+ years of experience in crop insurance and will share actionable tips to help maximize your coverage options.
🎤 Clayton Pope – Owner of Clayton Pope Commodities, LLC, Clayton specializes in market strategy and risk management, with vast experience helping farmers like you secure long-term profitability.
RSVP by February 12th to save your spot! Message us on Facebook, call 563-387-5201 or email: events@cresco.bank. We hope to see you there.
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Join us Thursday, February 20th for a Mental Health Training Day.
The ACEs training will be presented by Lisa Cushatt, Iowa ACEs 360, from 10-12 p.m. The QPR is presented by Brecka Putnam, Howard County Public Health, from 1-3 p.m. A light lunch will be provided between the trainings. The training will be in-person only. IBC CEUs are being applied for. Trainings are brought to you by the ERASE Coalition, Allamakee Prevention Advisory and the Prevention 5 Coalition. Registration is required to attend this event: https://bit.ly/ACES-QPRTraining
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Join these 5 sessions online zoom classes to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function. Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 from 3:30-5pm, class #100947.
Thursday, February 20, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.

Saturday, February 22, 2025
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.
Saturday, February 22, 2025
4-H learns cake decorating skills on Saturday, February 22nd from 9:30-11am at Cresco Bank & Trust.
Saturday, February 22, 2025
AA meets every Saturday at 10:00am at the Howard County Jail meeting room in Cresco.
 
Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Great Opportunities for Students of MiEnergy. Deadlines are March 3.

FREE TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.
Two area high school students (1 from MN and 1 from IA) will be awarded by MiEnergy to represent the cooperative as delegates on the Youth Tour in June 2025.
https://www.mienergy.coop/youthtour

COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIPS
MiEnergy gives scholarships to high school seniors to help them further their education. To be eligible, the student's parent(s) or guardian(s) must be members of the cooperative. The community service-based scholarships are funded through unclaimed capital credits.
https://www.mienergy.coop/scholarships

 
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
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.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Join these 5 sessions online zoom classes to get started using Microsoft ® Excel 2021 by using basic functions, tables, filters, headers and the IF Function. Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 11, 13, 18, 20, 25 from 3:30-5pm, class #100947.
Tuesday, February 25, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.

Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Tuesday, February 25th, 3:45-5pm at NICC Cresco Center is the class Kids and Canvas: Painting Spring, #100935.
Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade will paint two spring-themed canvases, perfect for capturing the season's beauty. Imagery like blooming flowers, fluttering butterflies, buzzing bees, bright rainbows and chirping birds will inspire creativity. A delightful way to celebrate spring's vibrant colors and fresh beginnings!
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Tuesday, February 25th is the 4-H Spring Fair from 6-7:30pm at Cresco Bank & Trust.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Wednesday, February 26th, 12pm-5:30pm at VFW Hall along Hwy 9 is the LifeServe Blood Drive. 
Thursday, February 27, 2025
The public is invited Thursday, February 27th to a community card party at Evans Senior Living Community starting at 2:30pm. Snacks provided.
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Join these 4 sessions online zoom class, Tuesdays and Thursday, February 27, March 4, 6, 11 from 3:30-5pm, class #100948 to learn workbook formatting, date functions, functions and formulas (financial, conditional, text), and VLOOKUP.
Thursday, February 27, 2025

For Grades 1-6 there will be a Cheer camp every Tuesday and Thursday after school in the aerobic room of the Cresco Fitness Center.

Participants will focus on good sportsmanship, leadership, cheers, jumps, motions, stunting and a routine. Cheer members will cheer for youth basketball games, walk in the Santa Parade (November 29th), and hold a special performance at the end of the season. Pictures to be announced, squad shirt and bow available for purchase. Call 563.547.3443 for more information.