7/1/2023
Saturday, July 1, 10 am. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. Participants will meet near the playground/shower house. 7/1/2023
Saturday, July 1, 6 - 8 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. A team member from Shelby County Conservation will be walking around the campgrounds. 7/4/2023
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. 7/5/2023
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. 7/5/2023
Wednesday, July 5, 10 am. Shelby Park, 402 Station Street, Shelby. Outdoor adventures at Shelby Park. Inviting all kids! Stories, art, and fun at the park!
7/6/2023
Thursday, July 6, 7 pm. Danish Country Vines & Wines, 1398 280th Street, Exira. This event is hosted by the Elk Horn Public Library Book: Girl Waits With Gun by Amy Stewart.
Join us for a discussion on this historic fiction book while sipping some wine!
7/6/2023
Event hosted by The Harlan BuckSnort at 3002 23rd Street, Harlan. Two Shows! Thursday, July 6 and Thursday, August 10 from 2 - 8 pm. All cars, trucks, and motorcycles welcome. No registration needed and no fee.10% discount to those you bring a vehicle to show.
7/7/2023
Friday, July 7, 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.
7/7/2023
Friday, July 7, 1 - 4:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Tween/Teen Camp for kids 11 and up. 7/8/2023
Saturday, July 8, 10 - 1 pm. Elk Horn City Park, Elk Horn. This event is hosted by the Elk Horn Public Library. 7/8/2023
It's time to enjoy Iowa's Summer Green with Traditional Irish Music. Saturday, July 8, 7 - 9 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm. Hosted by Brick Wall Gallery, 1010 6th Street, Historic Downtown Harlan. Six Iowa Musicians - whistle, fiddle, drum, vocals, and more. Irish Pub atmosphere.
Sponsor for this event is Hanse House Senior Living, 703 Dye Street, Harlan. "Going Places, Doing Things!"
7/9/2023
Sunday, July 9, 11 - 3 pm. Cars, pickups, motorcycles, and bikes welcome. All registration starts at 10 am.Food and drinks available. 50/50 raffle and silent auction. No entry or admission fee. Donations welcome. All proceeds go to Shelby County Trails.
Contact information: Paul Theulen 712-579-5415; Pat Stessman 402-639-3729
7/10/2023
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. 7/10/2023
Monday, July 10, 3 - 5 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Join us for a free movie and popcorn. Fun for the whole family!Showing: "Rumble".
7/11/2023 - 7/12/2023
Come join IWCC Shelby County Center for a fun filled day. Get a hands on experience with both classroom and lab practice. Camp is $25 per student.Visit us online to register today!
Grades 6-8, Tuesday, July 11, 8:30 am - 4 pm: https://bit.ly/43OuslK
Grades 9-12, Wednesday, July 12, 9 am - 3 pm: https://bit.ly/3UOUwco
7/11/2023
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. 7/11/2023
Tuesday, July 11, 6:30 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. The group will meet on the east side of the lake/County Road M47.7/11/2023
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. 7/12/2023
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. 7/12/2023 - 7/17/2023
The Shelby County Fair dates: Wednesday, July 12 through Monday, July 17. Check out their Fairbook at https://www.shelbycountyiowafair.org/fairbook.7/13/2023
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!7/14/2023
Friday, July 14, 9 am. Shelby County Fairgrounds, Farm Bureau Ag Pavilion (formerly the Commercial Building), 314 4th Street, Harlan.This year's theme is Best Days of Summer. Lots of fun events. Make sure to check out their website - https://www.shelbycountyiowafair.org/ .
7/15/2023
A Celebration of Life for Denny Siemers will be held at the Harlan Theatre @ 11 am. Then followed by a catered meal at the Therkildsen Center.7/15/2023
Saturday, July 15, 9 am - noon. Stop by and see the Harlan Community Library team at the Shelby County Fairgrounds. They will have FREE books for children and adults. 1 book per person, while supplies last. You can find them under the orange canopy.
7/17/2023
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. 7/17/2023
Breaking News! Join the Harlan Community School District on Monday, July 17 at 11:30 am, northeast of the Primary Building Grassy Lot, for an extraordinary event that will shape the future of education in the community. They are proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Intermediate School along with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Everyone is welcome!
7/17/2023 - 7/21/2023
Find Your Voice is the theme of this years program. July 17-21 9am to 11am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Iriwn. 7/17/2023 - 7/21/2023
Monday, July 17 through Friday, July 21 from 3 - 6 pm. Harlan Community Elementary School Gymnasium, 2105 Durant Street, Harlan. This camp is for any student currently in the 2nd - 8th grades. Cost is $30 per student, includes camp t-shirt. $60 cap per family. For more information, please email epahnisch003@gmail.com.
7/18/2023
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. 7/18/2023
Tuesday, July 18, 11:30 am - 5:30 pm. Veteran's Memorial Building, 1104 Morningview Road, Harlan. To schedule an appointment, please contact Sue at 712-755-5725. 7/18/2023
Tuesday, July 18, 6 - 7:30 pm. Across from Hansen House Senior Living, 703 Dye Street, Harlan. 7/19/2023
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. 7/19/2023
Wednesday, July 19, 4 - 5 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. 7/20/2023
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 7/21/2023
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. 7/21/2023
Friday, July 21, 9:30 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. The group will meet in the west campground at the dam trail. 7/24/2023
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. 7/25/2023
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. 7/25/2023
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. 7/26/2023
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. 7/26/2023
Wednesday, July 26, 10 - 12 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. Showing - The Glen Miller Story. Library staff will be serving popcorn and donuts.
7/27/2023
Thursday, Jul 27, 7 pm. Prairie Rose State Park, 680 Rd M47, Harlan. The group will meet at the beach parking lot. 7/27/2023
Thursday, July 27, 2:30 - 4 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan.Kids 10 and up. Writing and Illustration workshop.
Program is Free. Registration required. Visit our website to sign up online at https://harlan-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5090471
or call the library at 755-5934.
7/29/2023
Saturday, July 29, 9 am. Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. Four person best ball, $200 per team. There will be golf carts available to rent. This will be handled directly by HGCC.Contact sign up: Chris Bylund - 712-579-7233 or Mike Kienast - 712-579-2888.
If you are interested in sponsoring a hole, please contact Chris Bylund 712-579-7233.
7/31/2023
Monday, July 31, 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.
7/31/2023
Monday, July 31, 5 - 8 pm. Harlan Pizza Ranch, 613 Court Street, Harlan. A portion of the evening's sales and all collected tips will go towards the Harlan Community Theatre's purchase of portable lighting.