6/1/2023
First Thursday of the month at 6 pm. Classes will be held at Hansen House Senior Living, 703 Dye Street, Harlan. Presented by Mindy Shaffer, Director of Hansen House Harlan. To register for supper and education, contact Mindy at 833-870-5182.6/1/2023
Thursday, June 1, 9 - 3 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Hands-on learning experience in a fun and educational setting. Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration is required. $5 discount on camps for museum members.
Contact Alissa LaCanne at 712-764-7010 or alissa.lacanne@danishmuseum.org.
Sponsored by the Iowa West Foundation and the Shelby County Community Foundation.
6/1/2023
Tuesday, June 1, Wines & Spines Book Club 7 - 8:30 pm. Hosted by the Elk Horn Public Library. 6/2/2023
Friday, June 2, 7 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. Please meet at the north shelter house. 6/2/2023
Milk & Honey will be hosting a ribbon cutting on Friday, June 2 at 9 am at their new location 919 7th Street, Harlan. Come check out their their new location. 6/2/2023
Friday, June 2. Headliner is Brad Morgan. Featuring opening band: Mighty Mayhem. Mighty Mayhem performs from 6 - 7 pm. Brad Morgan performs from 8 - 11 pm.
Tickets $15. Purchase tickets at their website.
Food and drink will be available. No coolers. Lawn chairs are welcome, but seating is also available.
6/2/2023
Friday, June 2, 7 - 1 pm. Join us for: donut hole sundaes, a giveaway, and complimentary lemonade! While supplies last. 6/3/2023
Saturday, June 3, 10 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin.Michelle is the author of “Better than Bitter”. Join us as she talks about her book. Bring your books for Michelle to sign. Books will be available to purchase.
Refreshments will be served.
6/3/2023
Kayak fishing will be held on Saturday, June 3 from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at Prairie Rose State Park. We will meet on the east side of the lake/east side of County Road M47. Preregistration is required. Please use this link to sign up: Link for June 3: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=dep4qyuab&oeidk=a07ejqxji0462a340de 6/3/2023
Saturday, June 3, 11 am - 2 pm. Hansen House Senior Living, 703 Dye Street, Harlan.6/4/2023
Sunday, June 4, 10 - 3 pm. Shelby County Historical Museum, 1805 Morse Avenue, Harlan. Head west with us on Log Cabin Day for live music by Banjoy Duo and Friends, mini golf, food and ice cream vendors, animals from the Animal Rescue League of Harlan, and Oregon Trail themed activities for the whole family!
6/4/2023
Sunday, June 4, 10 - 3 pm. Pioneer Park, between Pine and Willow Streets Harlan. Rain or shine. 6/4/2023
Sunday, June 4, 2 - 8 pm. Hosted by The Harlan BuckSnort, 3002 23rd Street, Harlan. 6/5/2023
Monday, June 5, 5:30 pm. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. 6/5/2023
Join Lucy a certified therapy dog who will be at the library on Mondays throughout the summer - June 5, June 19, July 10, July 24, and August 7, 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Lucy is here to help build confidence in readers so they can Find Their Voice. We have a quiet area where kids and Lucy can relax on the rug and read their book of choice. Dog treats will even be provided for after reading sessions. 6/7/2023
Wednesday, June 7, 6:30 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. 6/7/2023
Event by Harlan Community Library. North Park 5th and Main Streets Harlan, 10 - 11 am. Join us for a morning learning about our Community Helpers. We will have a farmer with his tractor, a utility worker with his bucket truck, Hansen House with their Trolley and Health Care Workers with their Wellness Unit. There will be lots to do and see!
6/7/2023
Event by the Harlan Community Library. Receive FREE health Screenings for your Kiddos. The Mobile Wellness Unit will be at North Park from 10am-Noon. They will be offering Hearing, Vision and Oral screenings. No appointment necessary. 6/7/2023
Westridge Senior Apartments, 2004 Garf is hosting a open house and ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 7 from 11 am - 2 pm. The ribbon cutting will take place at 11 am. 6/8/2023
Thursday, June 8, 1 pm. With Shelby County Naturalist, Christina Roelofs. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Frogs use their voices to find their mates. Each frog/toad has their own call and you will learn how this works. There will also be frogs and toads to see and touch.
6/9/2023
Friday, June 9. Shelby County Courthouse Square - Historic Downtown Harlan. Join us for an evening of fun for the whole family.
Concessions will be available as well as dining around the Square.
6/9/2023
Shelby County Community Health Assessment Focus Group. Friday, June 9, 8 - 12 pm. Myrtue Medical Center Auble Room 1213 Garfield Avenue, Harlan. Breakfast and snacks provided. For more information, call 712-755-4422.
6/9/2023
Friday, June 9, 9 - 3 pm. Veteran's Auditorium, 1104 Morningview Drive, Harlan. Sponsored by VFW Auxiliary Post 941. 6/9/2023
Friday, June 9, 11 - 1 pm. Concerned, Inc, 1812 Industrial Parkway, Harlan. Free will donation. Hot dog or hamburger, chips, cookie, and bottled water
6/9/2023
Friday, June 9, 6 - 8 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. A team member from the Shelby County Conservation will be walking around the campgrounds that day. 6/10/2023
Roar Into Harlan - Annual Fun RunRegistration begins at 11 AM
Depart Harlan by Noon
Return by 5 PM
Cost: $15, includes meal & beverage voucher
Featuring: International 515 Party Bus (additional cost $20, advance reservation required)
Band: Two Man Party Band
6/10/2023
Saturday, June 10, 10 am. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. 6/11/2023
Sunday, June 11, 6 pm. Hosted by the Elk Horn Public Library The local pickleball group will be teaching an hour of instruction for beginners and during that time you will learn the basics of the game. Join the group play afterwards if you'd like to use your new skills to play with all levels.
Equipment will be provided that evening borrowed from the Elk Horn Public Library. All you need is a water bottle. Adults 18 and up only please.
6/11/2023
Sunday, June 11th beginning at 1pm. Register at Farmhand Brewing in Earling day of to enter drawing for best at show!Drawing at 4pm. Food and Drink Specials!
Cars, motorcycles, or tractors. Anything with wheels, we want to see.
6/12/2023
Monday, June 12, 1 pm. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Let’s Stick Together – A Celebration of Music & Family!
Join award-winning kid rocker and author, Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove as he celebrates 25 years of uniting communities through music. It’s a rockin’ dance party for the whole family.
Check out Jim’s music and books at www.jimcosgrove.com .
6/12/2023
Monday, June 12, 3 - 5 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Showing: "Turning Red". This is a free event. The library staff will have popcorn. Fun for the whole family.
6/13/2023
Tuesday, June 13, Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. $75 per person, $40 fee per cart. 11:45 am hole assignments,12 pm shotgun start.
6/13/2023
Summer movies are back! Movies will be shown every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am starting on Tuesday, June 13. All movies are rated G and PG. 6/13/2023
Tuesday, June 13, 10 am. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Focusing on a nursery rhyme each week with activities. Geared toward children 5 and under
6/13/2023
Tuesday, June 13, 12 - 1 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Book: "Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts"
This book club is open to the public. See library staff to get the book.
6/13/2023
Parent Support Group sessions are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month from 6 - 8 pm in the Myrtue Medical Birthing Center located on the third floor of the hospital. Park in the north lot at the Administration Entrance. 6/14/2023
Summer movies are back! Movies will be shown every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am starting on Tuesday, June 13. All movies are rated G and PG. 6/14/2023
Wednesday, June 14, 10 am, North Park, Harlan. Bring your kids to the FREE Harlan Summer Library Program event sponsored by SCSB, "Mr. Stinky Feet".
6/15/2023
Make sure to check out the library's summer speaker series. All programs start at 6:30 pm at the Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. 6/15/2023
Thursday, June 15 through Monday, June 19. C.G. Therkildsen Center, 706 Victoria Street, Harlan.Show Times: June 15, 16, 17, & 19 - 7 pm. June 18 - 2 pm. Tickets: Adults: $17, students: $12.
6/15/2023
Thursday, June 15, 6:30 pm. The Shelby County Wellness Alliance is ready for the big reveal! Join us at the Harlan Theatre, 621 Court Street, during Roar into Harlan. We'll unveil the new downtown mural as we enjoy refreshments and live music together! Make sure you're ready to snap your selfie with local art!Support provided by the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and Shelby County Hotel Motel Tax Funds.
6/15/2023
Thursday, June 15, 7 pm. Irwin Community Building, 404 Front Street, Irwin. Food will be served at 5:30 pm. Early Bird games begin at 6:30 pm.
6/15/2023
Join the museum staff for their monthly Brown Bag Lunch program 12 - 1 pm. The museum is located at 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Bring your lunch!6/15/2023
Roar into Harlan Car and Bike Night on the Historic Downtown Square in Harlan. Every third Thursday beginning May 18 through September 21, 6 - 9 pm 6/16/2023
Friday, June 16, 4 pm. Parian Lodge No. 321, 706 1/2 Durant Street, Harlan. Location - please check out this link: https://www.google.com/maps/place/706+Durant+St,+Harlan,+IA+51537/@41.6568196,-95.3193995,3a,75y,31.71h,84.33t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1slC4aVRW34tC69HVRpoSFOw!2e0!7i16384!8i8192!4m7!3m6!1s0x8793235d4262c1a5:0x4f24cd2cf9bae13f!8m2!3d41.6569306!4d-95.3194452!10e5!16s%2Fg%2F11tfks4631?entry=ttu.
6/16/2023 - 6/17/2023
Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17. St. Mary's Parish, 200 N 2nd Street, Panama. 6/16/2023
The Outdoor Movies in the Park are hosted by the Elk Horn Public Library. Movies begin at dusk in the Elk Horn City Park. Don't forget your blankets and chairs. Concessions available. 6/16/2023
Thursday, June 15 through Monday, June 19. C.G. Therkildsen Center, 706 Victoria Street, Harlan.Show Times: June 15, 16, 17, & 19 - 7 pm. June 18 - 2 pm. Tickets: Adults: $17, students: $12.
6/16/2023
Friday, June 16, 1 - 3 pm. Hosted by the Shelby County Extension & Outreach, 906 6th Street, Harlan. This is a free event. 6/17/2023
Thursday, June 15 through Monday, June 19. C.G. Therkildsen Center, 706 Victoria Street, Harlan.Show Times: June 15, 16, 17, & 19 - 7 pm. June 18 - 2 pm. Tickets: Adults: $17, students: $12.
6/18/2023
Thursday, June 15 through Monday, June 19. C.G. Therkildsen Center, 706 Victoria Street, Harlan.Show Times: June 15, 16, 17, & 19 - 7 pm. June 18 - 2 pm. Tickets: Adults: $17, students: $12.
6/18/2023
Sunday, June 18, 7:30 - 11 am. Rushenberg Field, Harlan Municipal Airport, Hwy 59 South, Harlan.Breakfast free to all fly-ins. Adults $10, ages 10 and under $5. Serving: bacon, eggs, pancakes, milk, juice, and coffee.
Sponsored by 8-Ball Aviation Club.
6/19/2023
Thursday, June 15 through Monday, June 19. C.G. Therkildsen Center, 706 Victoria Street, Harlan.Show Times: June 15, 16, 17, & 19 - 7 pm. June 18 - 2 pm. Tickets: Adults: $17, students: $12.
6/19/2023
Monday, June 19, 4:30 pm until gone. Veteran's Memorial Building, 1104 Morningview Drive, Harlan. Enter from 12th Street. You will be directed where to line up.
Limit: two per vehicle until gone.
6/19/2023 - 6/24/2023
Monday, June 19 through Saturday, June 24: Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA 51531.
There is no cost for this camp.
Sponsored by the Iowa West Foundation and the Shelby County Community Foundation.
6/19/2023
Join Lucy a certified therapy dog who will be at the library on Mondays throughout the summer - June 5, June 19, July 10, July 24, and August 7, 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Lucy is here to help build confidence in readers so they can Find Their Voice. We have a quiet area where kids and Lucy can relax on the rug and read their book of choice. Dog treats will even be provided for after reading sessions. 6/20/2023
Summer movies are back! Movies will be shown every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am starting on Tuesday, June 13. All movies are rated G and PG. 6/21/2023
Summer movies are back! Movies will be shown every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am starting on Tuesday, June 13. All movies are rated G and PG. 6/21/2023
Wednesday, June 21, 8 - 11 am. Hansen House Senior Living Parking Lot, 703 Dye Street, Harlan. Free will donation. All proceeds will go to the Alzheimer's Association.Proudly sponsored by Hansen House Senior Living, Rise Donuts, and St. Croix Hospice.
6/21/2023
Wednesday, June 21, 10 - 12 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Showing: "42 - The Jackie Robinson Story".
Join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month for our Classic Movie Morning. We will be featuring a new classic movie and serving popcorn and donuts.
6/21/2023
Wednesday, June 21, 10 - 11 am. Defiance Park. This program is sponsored by the Harlan Community Library. 6/22/2023
Thursday, June 22, 7 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. Participants will meet behind campsite 85 and head out on the dam trail. The hike will be relatively easy. Please park at the youth campsite. Bring water and bug spray/sunscreen. 6/22/2023
Thursday, June 22, 2 pm. Elk Horn Public Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk Horn. Something new and exciting is happening at the Elk Horn Public Library.
6/22/2023
Come meet our new Chamber member, Western Iowa Ice, located at 514 East Street, Shelby. They are hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony at 6 pm on Thursday, June 22. 6/22/2023
Thursday, June 22, 1 pm. Elk Horn Library, 2027 Washington Street, Elk HornThe Elk Horn Library along with Marne Elk Horn Telephone Company will be putting on a children's program on telephones.
6/22/2023
Join Shelby County Extension and Outreach summer day camp. On June 22 from 9 - 3pm we will hold Astro Camp for youth grades K-3 (completed spring 2023). 6/23/2023
Friday, June 23, 7 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. Participants will meet near the playground/shower house. This progran will feature a variety of mammal furs and skulls. 6/23/2023
Friday, June 23. 12 - 5 pm. Salem Luthern Homes, 2027 College Street - Follow the signs, Elk Horn. All items will free will donations benefiting the Alzheimer's Association Walk.
6/24/2023
Saturday, Jun 24, 10 am. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. Participants will meet near the south shelter house to learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking and sample some recipes. Please bring your own beverage. 6/24/2023
Following the conclusion of the Danish American Heritage Society's "Ecologies and Ethnicity Conference" on June 24, 2023, the Museum of Danish America will host a 40th Anniversary Dinner from 5 - 7 pm at the museum in Elk Horn, Iowa.6/24/2023
Saturday, June 24, 7 pm. Sankt Hans Aften, Danish-style midsummer, is the perfect excuse to gather around a fire, roast s'mores, and surround yourself with family, friends, and community.Sankt Hans Aften is a free event and open to the public.
6/26/2023
Monday, June 26, 7:30 am. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. Participants will meet at the beach parking lot and hike one of the trails along the lake. The hike will be relatively easy. Bring water and bug spray/sunscreen. 6/26/2023
Monday, June 26, 8 - 2 pm. Myrtue Medical Center Auble Room, 1213 Garfield Avenue, Harlan.Please contact Ruth at 712-755-4316 to schedule an appointment.
6/26/2023
Monday, June 26, 12 - 6 pm. St. Joseph's Hall, 118 Main Street, Earling. To schedule an appointment, please call Shelli at 712-747-9290. Walk-ins welcome. 6/27/2023
Summer movies are back! Movies will be shown every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am starting on Tuesday, June 13. All movies are rated G and PG. 6/27/2023
Parent Support Group sessions are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month from 6 - 8 pm in the Myrtue Medical Birthing Center located on the third floor of the hospital. Park in the north lot at the Administration Entrance. 6/28/2023
Summer movies are back! Movies will be shown every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am starting on Tuesday, June 13. All movies are rated G and PG. 6/28/2023
Join Shelby County Extension and Outreach summer day camps. On June 28 from 9 - 3 pm we will hold Robotics Camp for youth grades 4-8 (completed spring 2023).6/30/2023
Friday, June 30, 9 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. Please meet at the park office. 6/30/2023
Friday, June 30, 5 pm. Defiance Walking Park. Take a left on 5th Street, then turn right on 7th Avenue. 6/30/2023 - 7/1/2023
Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1. Food, fun, and fireworks. St. Boniface Parish, 305 Duren Street, Westphalia.6/30/2023
Friday, June 30, 3 - 5 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan.