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 FEBRUARY

Riverside United Methodist Church Pancake & Frenchtoast Breakfast
February 18 from 7-11am
617 Wright Avenue
All you can eat pancakes, frenchtoast, sausage, eggs & beverage
Free will donation

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NWC SYMPHONIC BAND TO PERFORM CONCERT
 Northwestern College's Symphonic Band will perform a concert on Friday, February 17, at 7:30 p-m in Christ Chapel.  The ensemble will play a variety of musical styles.  Audience members will hear a piece that combines Middle Eastern melodies with African drumming.  Other highlights will include a composition inspired by ancient Greek comedy and another that evokes the spirit of the French Revolution.  The concert is free and open to the public.

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SCHOLAR OF FORGIVENESS to speak in NWC chapel     
 Everett Worthington, professor of psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University, will speak in Northwestern College's chapel service on Friday, February 17, at 10:05 a-m in Christ Chapel.  A nationally recognized scholar of forgiveness, he will address the topic of "Forgiving When It's Hard."
Worthington is the author of "A Just Forgiveness: Responsible Healing Without Excusing Injustice," published by InterVarsity Press in 2009.

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A team from Sioux City are going on a medical trip to Guatemala on behalf of HELPS International.  We are hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, February 18 to raise funds for out trip. The event is "Hearts in Flight" Dinner, Dance, and Silent Auction being held at the Pierce Mansion from 6-10 pm.   

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Raid-Her Closet
East High Choir will hold a consignment sale of women's formal wear on February 18th from 10am-1pm If you have a gown, shoes, handbag or accessory that would be appropriate for Twirp, Homecoming or Prom that you would like to sell please bring them to East High Commons for cataloging on January 12th or February 2nd between 6:30pm and 8:30pm. We will not be accepting any items on the sale day, they must be processed prior to sale day. This event is open to the entire community and not just students of East High School.

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Heartsaver CPR with First Aid Class, Instructor Kevin Garvin
Saturday, February 18, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Northeast Community College short term, non-credit classes at the College Center, 1001 College Way, South Sioux City, NE 68776. Call 402-241-6400 for more information.

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The VA Health Care System of Sioux Falls is seeking auditions for the 22^nd annual VA Variety Show scheduled for 2/18/12 at 2pm.  Please call 605-373-4143 before 1/31 to schedule an audition.

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Childbirth Preparation Class
Saturdays, Feb. 18; March 10; April 14; May 19; June 9; July 14
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Mercy Medical Center - Leiter Room
801 5th St, Sioux City
An all-day class taught by a certified childbirth educator to prepare expectant mothers and their labor coach for the baby's arrival. A tour of Mercy Family Birth Center and gifts are included. Please call (712) 279-2989, e-mail Odonnelk@mercyhealth.com or visit www.mercysiouxcity.com under Classes and Events to register on-line.

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Boot Camp for New Dads
Saturdays, Feb. 18; March 10; April 14; May 19; June 9; July 14
12:30-2:30 p.m.
Mercy Medical Center - Leiter Room
801 5th St, Sioux City
This unique, hands-on workshop is taught by veteran dads to prepare soon-to-be or new dads for the joys and challenges of parenthood. Please call (712) 279-2989, e-mail Odonnelk@mercyhealth.com or visit www.mercysiouxcity.com under Classes and Events to register on-line.

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Soup Supper at Rustin Avenue United Methodist Church, 2901 Leech Avenue in Sioux City on February 18, 2012 from 4:30 to 7:00 pm.  Be sure to make a stop at our craft and baked goods table before you leave.

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The VA Medical Center in Sioux Falls is hosting its 22nd annual variety show on Saturday, February 18 at 2pm in the 4th floor auditorium.  The event is free and open to the public.

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Pork Chop Dinner
Location	St Paul Lutheran Church 402 E 3rd St Schaller, Iowa Map
Notes	Meal consists of: Pork Chop, Baked Potato. Green Beans, Salad and Dessert Adults: $9.00 Children 4-10 : $5.00 Age 3 & under : Free Hot Dog meal Carry outs and Drive Thru available
When	Sunday, February 19, 2012, 11am – 1pm CST

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Westside Little League 2012 Season Registration
Dates & Times
Sunday Feb 19^th
3:00 – 7:00pm
Monday Feb 20^th 2012
5:00pm – 8:00pm
Registration Location
North Sioux City Community Center
205 Sodrac Dr.
North Sioux City, SD 57049
JOIN THE FUN! For Boys and Girls ages 4-16.
We believe in teaching loyalty, courage, courtesy, and leadership skills - while having fun!
Today, when it comes to recreation and sports our children have many choices – whether its team sports, individual sports, or just playing video games.   The words "Little League Baseball" have symbolized the very best in youth sports for more than six decades.  Little League™ baseball is played in more than 70 countries, and all 50 U.S. states.  No other youth sports organization comes close!  Westside Little League™ serves the communities of Dakota Dunes, North Sioux City, McCook in South Dakota and the Westside-Riverside areas of Sioux City Iowa.  Visit our website to learn more about Little League™ baseball and the Westside Little League Baseball organization and programs.
www.westsidelittleleague.net

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Trimble United Methodist Church Fat Tuesday Chicken & Noodle Dinner
Tuesday, Feb. 21 5-7pm
Trimble United Methodist Church
1424 27^th St.  Sioux City
Homemade chicken & noodles
Adults $6, Children 3-10 $3 age 2 and under are free
Contact Pastor Martha Anderson 712-252-2883 PastorMarthaSC@aol.com

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"Love Your Pet Day" @ Touchstone Living Center Tuesday, February 21 from 1-3pm Bring your pets in and for $3 get your pictures taken!
1800 Indian Hills Drive Sioux City, IA
712-239-4582

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What:  A Technical Career Fair Open House
Where:  College Center, 1001 College Way, South Sioux City, NE
When:  Feb. 21 5 - 7 PM
The fair is set for Tuesday, February 21 from 5-7 p.m., at the College Center, 1001 College Way.  Instructors from the industrial facilities drafting, welding and industrial technology programs will be on hand to answer all questions about the education and skills needed to become a certified drafter, welder, or industrial technician.  Scholarship opportunities are available.  For information call (402) 241-6601.

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Come join us on Fat Tuesday for a Homemade Chicken and Noodle Supper
February 21 from 5-7pm
Adults - $6 and Children - $3
Trimble United Methodist Church in Sioux City

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TOP GIRLS By Caryl Churchill
February 22-25 at 7:30 pm.
February 26 at 2 p.m.
"A blistering yet sympathetic look at women who achieve success by adopting the worse traits of self made men…Truly original." – The New York Times 
Adults:  $15, Youth (K-12) & non-USD students with ID: $9, USD students with current ID: $4
Reserve your tickets by contacting the box office at 605-677-5400 or online at www.usd.edu/theatre!

 

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Infant/Child Safety & CPR
Thursdays, Feb. 23; Apr. 26
6:00-8:00 p.m.,
Mercy Medical Center - Central Medical Bldg., Room 300
801 5th St, Sioux City
Cost:  $5.00 per couple for student manual
This course is great for parents/grandparents.  An instructor certified by the American Heart Association will teach Family & Friends CPR through a video and hands-on practice.  This class is an orientation to CPR and is not a certifying or credentialing course.  Receive a student manual and participation card. Please call (712) 279-2989, e-mail Odonnelk@mercyhealth.com or visit www.mercysiouxcity.com under Classes and Events to register on-line.

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The 2011/2012 Sioux City Live Music Club Concert Series is set, and you're invited to join the only Club in the area dedicated to the promotion of live music!
As a member you'll receive a ticket to all of these world-class shows...
Friday, February 24 - Missy Raines & the New Hip
Friday, March 16 - Buckwheat Zydeco
Saturday, April 28 - Young Dubliners
Friday, May 25 - Alejandro Escovedo
Friday, June 8 - The Royal Southern Brotherhood, featuring Devon Allman & Cyril Neville
PLUS a member-only dinner show to be announced!!! All of the shows will be held at the Sioux City Community Theatre, except Popa Chubby who will be at the ballroom in the Sioux City Hotel (the former Clarion). Many of the shows will include a great local act as well! The cost is only $160 per year...yeah that's right, you get NINE great live shows for one low price. Please drop us an email or call today, 712.251.6432, to get a brochure that gives details of every act and outlines membership benefits.
DON'T BE LEFT OUT... LEAP INTO THE FLAMES OF LIVE MUSIC... CONTACT BRENT TODAY!!!

2 Day Scrapbook Retreat
Randolph Nebraska at the City Auditorium
Friday February 24 - 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Saturday February 25 – 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Contact for more information:  Jeri Gubbels 402-337-1108 or gjgubbels@q.com
Submissions turned in by Friday February 3, 2012

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The Special Troopers Adaptive Riding School (S.T.A.R.S.), Inc. changes the lives of children and adults with physical, cognitive or emotional disabilities everyday through therapeutic horseback riding, canine-assisted services and other animal-assisted activities.  The longest running therapeutic riding center in the Midwest, we have served the Siouxland area for 28 years with a dedicated group of NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association) certified instructors, tireless volunteers and a faithful volunteer Board of Directors. 

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2 Day Scrapbook Retreat
Randolph Nebraska at the City Auditorium
Friday February 24 - 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Saturday February 25 – 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Contact for more information:  Jeri Gubbels 402-337-1108 or gjgubbels@q.com
Submissions turned in by Friday February 3, 2012

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Soup & Sandwich Supper for the Monona County Fair
February 25, 2012
5:00-7:00 PM
Castana Community Building
Castana, Iowa
Free Will Donation

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Jump & Hula for Heart, Saturday, February 25, 1-3pm held at the Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA.  Mercy Red Dress Ambassadors and the Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa invite girls to attend an afternoon of fun activities including hip hop dance, yoga, jump rope rhythm, visit with a Mercy Cardiologist, nutrition session, snacks and drink.  Cost is $1.00 and pre-registration is required by calling 712-255-0187.

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Wakonda Fire & Rescue Benefit Auction, Supper & Dance
February 25th at the Wakonda Legion Hall in Wakonda, SD
Supper:  5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Auction:  7:00 pm
Dance:  Starts Immediately after the Auction

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"The Second City" - Tom Peterson Memorial Festival
February 25
America's famed comedy troupe is coming to SCCT in its one of a kind "Laugh Out Loud Tour." This event is the featured event for this year's Tom Peterson Festival at SCCT.
The Second City is a training ground for up and coming comedic talent. Famous alumni include John Belushi, Mike Myers, Tina Fey, Steve Carrell, Gilda Radner, Bill Murray and over 500 more.
There will be two shows: 6pm and 9:30 pm. Tickets are only $35 and include a pre-show reception with great food, soft drinks, wine and beer one hour prior to curtain time. To purchase go online to www.scctheatre.org or call the box office at 712-233-2788. Proceeds from this event benefit the Tom Peterson Foundation in support of the Sioux City Community Theatre.

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Day of Dance
Saturday, February 25
10 am to 2 pm
Marina Center, South Sioux City, Nebraska
FREE Admission
Dance, walk, move – even the smallest steps count.  Bring your friends and family to dance, learn simple ways to stay healthy, enjoy the "Dancing with the Siouxland Stars" competition and participate in free health screenings.  First 100 attendees receive a gift bag! Sponsored by Cardiovascular Associates, KCAU TV Channel 9 and Z98.  Visit www.stlukes.org for a schedule of the day's events.

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Fundraiser for Centers Against Abuse & Sexual Assault (CAASA)
February 25^th,  WITCC Cherokee Campus, 200 Victory Drive, Cherokee Iowa 
Tickets $25.00 per person, includes shopping area vendors, dinner and speaker – reservations required.  Please contact Julie Schulenberg at 712-225-5003

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Coming to Orange City: Celtic and country, fiddles and step-dancing
ORANGE CITY – In 2005, they were "The Hunt Family Fiddlers," playing violin and performing Irish dance. Now "The Hunts" – this family of nine – are not only champion fiddlers and step-dancers, but have added drums, djembes, ashikos and cajóns, acoustic and electric guitar, plus mandolin, piano and vocals. They're performing in Orange City Saturday, Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the MOC-Floyd Valley High School auditorium. Sponsor is the Orange City Arts Council.
Tickets are available at Dove Christian Book Store and the Orange City Arts Council. In advance, the general admission tickets are $9 for adults and $5 for students. At the door, tickets are $12 and $8.
For more information, call 707-6514. Listen to The Hunts at www.huntsontour.com.

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From Our Collection: Civil War Era Artifacts
Sunday, February 26, 2:00 p.m. at the Sioux City Public Museum
Presenter Matt Anderson, exhibits preparator, will explain the history behind some of the rarely-seen Civil War weapons, uniforms, equipment, photographs and memorabilia from the Museum's collection. Sioux City Public Museum, 607 4th Street
712-279-6174 œ scpm@sioux-city.org œ www.siouxcitymuseum.org 

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Siouxland Safety Services
„h The new OSHA rules regarding residential construction fall protection requirements.
„h New Personal Fall Arrest Roofing Anchorage Systems
„h Personal Fall Arrest Systems
„h 100% tie off
„h Plant Specific Fall Protection Compliance Techniques
Hands on Training:
Fasten several different types of personal fall arrest equipment
Proper harness fit and adjustment techniques
8:00 – 10:00 AM
Monday, February 27, 2012
Offers FREE Class to the Public
Residential Construction Fall Protection Class

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The Magic Flute comes to Orange City
It's one of the most beloved operas of all time, Mozart's The Magic Flute: a light-hearted fairy story, a pantomime, a raucous knock-about comedy, and a profound and moving analysis of the human condition. See The Magic Flute at Northwestern College's DeWitt Theatre, performed by the Des Moines Metro Opera on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. Reserved seating tickets are available at Dove Christian Book Store, $8 adults, $4 students in advance. At the door, tickets are $11 and $7. For more information, contact the Orange City Arts Council, 707-6514 or www.orangecityarts.net

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 "Wish Upon A Star" night at the Oscars
The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Iowa is issuing an invitation to all of Siouxland to take part in the, 4^th Annual, "Wish Upon A Star" event on February 26^th, 2012.
The Promenade Cinema 14 theaters and the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Iowa have joined together to present the Academy Awards (Oscars) on the Big Screen. It will be a fun night with the red carpet, hor d'oeuvers and the show to be on the Big Screen.
The event begins with :: Reception and cocktails at 5:30 pm
Silent auction, movie memorabilia, (closes at 9:00 pm) Heavy Hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 pm 
Academy Awards on the Big Screen at 8:00 pm. (all network pre-oscar programming will be on the big screen, also.)
Tickets are $35.00 per person and on sale at the Promenade Cinema 14, and also available from any Make-A-Wish volunteer, or call 258-5968 for ticket information.

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South Sioux City Senior Center Dinner and Dance
February 27
Dinner at 5:30pm and Dance at 6:30pm
Suggested donation of $5
Benefits Meals on Wheels and Senior Center

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Poets Katherine Manning, 2011 winner of The Nassau Review's Author Award for Poetry, and Samuel Martin, author of "This Ramshackle Tabernacle," will read from a selection of their works as part of Northwestern College's Deep Song Reading Series.  Manning will read her works on February 27th and Martin will be featured on February 29th.  Both readings will occur at 8 p-m in the Te Paske Gallery of the Korver Visual Arts Center.  The events are free and open to the public, with receptions to follow.

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United Way of Siouxland Campaign Celebration
Tuesday, February 28^th, 4-6pm
Emma's Event Center at Rushwerks; former Lewis Bowl
RSVP to LouAnn Hass: lhass@unitedwaysiouxland.com

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Tuesday, February 28
6:30 to 8:00 pm
Meet Mr. daVinci, Mercy's surgical robot with Dr. Mary T. Schneider, Siouxland Women's
Health Care, PC and Dr. Andrew Bourne, Siouxland Urology Associates, PC
Registration by e-mail odonnelk@mercyhealth.com call 712-279-2989 or mercysiouxcity.com
Mercy Medical Center, Leiter Room 801 5th St, Sioux City

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Computer Basic- Internet, JoAnn McKenzie
February 28, 1-4 p.m., $16
Northeast Community College short term, non-credit classes at the College Center, 1001 College Way, South Sioux City, NE 68776. Call 402-241-6400 for more information.

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Siouxland Aging Services and Mercy Medical Center's Older Adult Services are co-hosting "First Friday Coffee: Welcome to Medicare" introductory classes. The class will be an unbiased, informative 2-hour seminar for new Medicare beneficiaries and will be held at Siouxland Aging Services, 2301 Pierce Street. Upcoming dates include March 2nd from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., April 6th from 10 a.m. to noon,  May 4th from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and June 1st from 10 a.m. to noon.

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The Special Troopers Adaptive Riding School (S.T.A.R.S.), Inc. changes the lives of children and adults with physical, cognitive or emotional disabilities everyday through therapeutic horseback riding, canine-assisted services and other animal-assisted activities.  The longest running therapeutic riding center in the Midwest, we have served the Siouxland area for 28 years with a dedicated group of NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association) certified instructors, tireless volunteers and a faithful volunteer Board of Directors.  On March 3, 2012, S.T.A.R.S. will be hosting their third annual Winter Meltdown benefit auction at the Marina Inn.  The evening will be a chance to break out of the winter blues with summer- fun, food, live music, silent and live auction items. To purchase tickets to the Winter Meltdown please contact Stacy Pedersen at 712-239-5042.

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The Sergeant Bluff Table Tennis Club will be hosting a table tennis tournament for all skill levels at the Sergeant Bluff Community Center on Friday night, March 3rd, starting at 7:00pm and on Saturday starting @10am.  Friday night singles competition includeds, Novice Division (all ages), Under 21, 55 & Over and Recreational Doubles.  Saturday's competition includeds the Singles Giant Open, 45 & Under, 46 & Over, and Open "A" and "B" Doubles.  Trophies will be presented for 1st, 2nd & 3rd in each division.  12 Championship Tables and 3 practice tables will be available for use. Entry Fee is $10.00 per division  Contact Brent Brown @ (712) 943-5800 or Phil Elder @ (712) 253-5058 for more information. Registration form available at http://sites.google.com/site/sergeantblufftabletennis/home

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Carroll Vol. Fire Dept
Annual Pancake and Omelet Feed
Sunday March 11, 2012
At the Carroll Auditorium in Carroll, NE
9am-1pm
Free Will Donation
All Proceeds will be used toward new equipment of a Grass Rig and Equipment Truck for the Carroll Fire District. 

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Mercy's Breastfeeding class will convene on March 15 and May 10 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Room 300 of the Central Medical Building.  A certified lactation consultant will instruct women and their support persons on basic successful breastfeeding techniques.

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OLGC Catholic Church of Holstein
St Patrick's Day Party
Dinner & Dance
Serving Irish Stew
5:00 pm - 12:00 am
Holstein American Legion

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AMERICAN LEGION POST 307
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2012
7am to 1pm
109 EAST 19TH STREET
SOUTH SIOUX CITY, NE
$5.00 adults
$2.00 children 10 and under
Under 5 FREE
Eggs   .25cents each

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COYOTE ON A FENCE by Bruce Graham
March 21-24 at 7:30 p.m.
March 27 at 2 p.m.   
Two death row inmates await their fate in a penetrating new drama that explores the nature of evil and the death penalty. Strong language. 
Adults:  $15, Youth (K-12) & non-USD students with ID: $9, USD students with current ID: $4
Reserve your tickets by contacting the box office at 605-677-5400 or online at www.usd.edu/theatre! 

 

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Alzheimer's Association
"Wine & Chocolate Festival – Until There Is A Cure"
March 22 - 23, 2012
A Time to Remember – March 22^nd - Held at the Willow Creek Golf Course, Le Mars, Iowa. 
This intimate evening features a steak dinner with accompanying chocolate infused courses complimented by select wines, spent in the company of the winemakers.  ($75 a ticket)
Winemaker's Dinner – March 23^rd - Held at Bev's On The River in Sioux City, Iowa.
This exquisite six course chocolate infused meal is complemented by several wines personally selected and explained by the winemakers in attendance.  This is sure to be a memorable evening. ($150.00 a ticket)
Limited Seating!
For tickets call 712-279-5802
Proceeds from the event are used to provide services and programs to the Siouxland residents fighting Alzheimer's disease throughout the Big Sioux Service Area of the Alzheimer's Association.  These services and programs include Professional Education, Area Support Groups, Information & Referrals, 24/7 Helpline, MedicAlert + Safe Return program, Comfort Zone, Trial Match, Advocacy, Walk to End Alzheimer's and our Resource Library. 

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The Annual Friends of Recovery Banquet will be held Saturday, March 24 at the Marina Inn in South Sioux City. The dinner is organized by Jackson Recovery Centers and offers fun, fellowship and inspiration to those in recovery, as well as community supporters. It's not a fund-raiser, but rather a unique opportunity to stand together as a community to encourage those who are in the midst of an amazing transformation called recovery. Tickets are $30. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., with the dinner at 6:30 p.m. For more information, go to http://www.jacksonrecovery.com/banquet

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Spaghetti Dinner - All You Can Eat

Serving Homemade spaghetti, coleslaw, garlic bread, drink and loads of homemade desserts

Saturday, March 24, 2012

11:30am – 2:00pm  and  4:30pm – 6:30pm

4110 Morningside Ave Sioux City, Iowa 51106 (Across from McDonalds on M'side Ave) Adults $7;   Children 10 and under $3.50 Carry-outs Available Provided by Morningside Rose Croix Order of Eastern Star # 502

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Vince Neil of Motley Crüe
Saturday, March 24, 2012
8:00pm
Winnavegas Casino Resort
1500 330th Street
Sloan, Iowa 51055
Get TICKETS today!
http://www.winnavegas.biz/entertainment
or 1-800-HOT-WINN
Advance Tickets $40
Day of Show $50
Hotel Package for 2 $169

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Hinton, Iowa (January 9, 2011) Dr. Sam Clovis, host of the talk radio show "Impact with Sam Clovis" that airs on Sioux City radio station KSCJ, 1360 AM, will be the featured speaker at the Hinton Business Club Banquet, slated for Saturday, March 24, at the clubhouse at Deer Run Golf Course in Hinton. Clovis' presentation is titled "Doing One More Thing."
                The banquet begins with social time and cash bar at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Clovis is scheduled to speak at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and can be obtained by contacting members of the Hinton Business Club, or at Pinnacle Bank in Hinton. Tickets will be limited to the first 100 guests.
For more information, visit www.hintonbusinessclub.com

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Holy Family Parish Sacred Heart Pancake and Sausage Breakfast will be held Sunday, March  25, 2012 at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall in Wynot from 9am to noon.

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Tuesday, March 27
6:30 to 7:30 pm
My Old Achy Bones, the latest on osteoporosis withDr. Cynthia Wolff, Akron Mercy Medical Clinic. Includes a free bone density screening.
Registration by e-mail odonnelk@mercyhealth.com call 712-279-2989 or mercysiouxcity.com
Mercy Medical Center, Leiter Room 801 5th St, Sioux City

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March 27, 2012  Women of Excellence Banquet and Recognition Ceremony, 5:30 p.m. at the Sioux City Convention Center, Sioux City.  Celebrate the 28^th anniversary of the awards, silent auction included.  Tickets are $40.  Help honor the contributions and accomplishments of outstanding Siouxland women by nominating the woman you most admire.  Nominations due March 6, 2012.  Contact Women Aware, womenaware@siouxlan.net ,  www.womenawarescia.org or 712 258-4174 for a nomination form.

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March 28-29 Casey's Bakery
Fresh breads, pies and treats from Sioux Center
Wednesday 9-5, Thursday 9-4
Mercy Medical Center, 801 5th St.
Supports the Mercy Auxiliary

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Childbirth Preparation Class (series)
Mondays, Apr. 2 & 9; June 11 & 18
6:30-9:30 p.m.
Mercy Medical Center - Leiter Room
801 5th St, Sioux City
A two-class series taught by a certified childbirth educator to prepare expectant mothers and their labor coach for the baby's arrival. A tour of Mercy Family Birth Center and gifts are included. Please call (712) 279-2989, e-mail Odonnelk@mercyhealth.com or visit www.mercysiouxcity.com under Classes and Events to register on-line.

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The Iowa Lakes Corridor Development Corporation and Community First Broadcasting will be co-sponsoring the Iowa Lakes Corridor Regional Job Fair on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 from 3 – 6 p.m. at the Dickinson County Expo Center in Spirit Lake, Iowa.
Job seekers are encouraged to attend!

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The Osceola County Ministerial Association
Good Friday Passion Play
April 6
Three performances at 5, 7 and 9pm
Sibley-Ocheyedan High School Auditorium
FREE Tickets by calling 712-754-3715

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Sunnybrook Community Church presents
Easter at the Orpheum
Sunday, April 8^th
Services times will be at 9am-10am and 11am-12Noon (each will last about an hour)
Admission is Free
Doors will open 30 minutes before each service time.

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Tuesday, April 10
6:30 to 7:30 pm
What's the Reason for the Sneezin'? All things allergies withDr. Christopher Tumpkin, Siouxland Allergy &Asthma Associates, PC
Registration by e-mail odonnelk@mercyhealth.com call 712-279-2989 or mercysiouxcity.com
Mercy Medical Center, Leiter Room 801 5th St, Sioux City

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Design and Dine
April 12^th, 5-7pm View and Vote Preview Party, Open to the Public $10 admission, Cash Bar, Vote on your favorite designed table
April 13^th, 6:30-9:00pm Event/Dinner, Reservations Required 712 255-4321 X124.  Participants enjoy a gourmet meal, sponsors dine at designed tables, a live auction featuring Crittenton services.

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Event: The Fearless Caregiver Luncheon Sponsored by Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
Date: April 18, 2012
Time: Noon – 1:30 PM
Where: Buena Vista University
Siebens Forum
610 W 4^th Street
Storm Lake, IA 50588
Parking available on College and Grand Avenues
RSVP to 712.213.8683
Fee: $10/Person
Sponsored by BVRMC, Gary Barg, national speaker and founder of Caregiver Media Group, is a leading provider of information, support and guidance for family and professional caregivers. www.caregiver.com. Must RSVP to 712.213.8683.

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SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET
Music & lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Book by Hugh Wheeler
April 18-21 at 7:30 p.m.
April 22 at 2 p.m.
Set in19th century London, this musical masterpiece tells the grisly tale of the unjustly exiled barber who seeks revenge against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. 1979 Tony Award winner for Best Score, Best Book, Best Musical.
Adults:  $15, Youth (K-12) & non-USD students with ID: $9, USD students with current ID: $4
Reserve your tickets by contacting the box office at 605-677-5400 or online at www.usd.edu/theatre!

 

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Tweens/Teens Classes
Home Alone Safety (Children 8-12 yrs)
Saturday, April 21
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.,
Mercy Medical Center - Leiter Room
801 5th St, Sioux City
Cost $25 (includes pizza lunch, snacks, participation certificate, first aid kit and handouts)
This program is designed especially for children who may be staying home alone for the first time or need to learn more skills for parents to be comfortable leaving them home alone for short periods of time. Topics include:  entering and leaving the house safely; basic first aid; personal safety tips; fire safety and storm safety; answering the door and telephone; and appropriate activities.  This class is intended for children only. Please call (712) 279-2989, e-mail Odonnelk@mercyhealth.com or visit www.mercysiouxcity.com under Classes and Events to register on-line.

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Mercy will offer a Home Alone Safety class for children 8 to 12 years old on Saturday, April 21, from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm in the hospital's Leiter Room.   This class is a great opportunity to teach kids who are staying home for the first time, or are still a little nervous about being home alone, the skills necessary to be safe and confident of what to do when their parents are gone

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Grandbaby 101- Becoming a Grandparent
Wednesday, April 25
6:45 – 8:15 pm
Are you expecting . . . a grandchild?A lot has changed since your baby was a baby.  Learn the latest on baby care including infant nutrition, car seat safety, sleeping tips and more!

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United Way's Women's Power Lunch
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
11:30am – 1:30pm
Marina Center, South Sioux City, NE
Proceeds to benefit single parent scholarship program.
Luncheon event including a keynote speaker and Power of the Purse Raffle!
Visit www.unitedwaysiouxland.com or call 255-3551 for details.

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Books are Fun
April 26-27, 2012
8a-4:30p
Mercy Medical Center, Cafeteria
801 5th St, Sioux City
Fundraiser for the Mercy Employee Activity Council
www.mercysiouxcity.com

 

 

MAY

  

 

May 2-3 Scentsy Candle Trunk Show
Wednesday 9-5, Thursday 9-4
Mercy Medical Center, 801 5th St.
Supports the Mercy Auxiliary

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The Fourth Annual Komen Siouxland Race for the Cure® will be held on Sunday, May 13th (Mother's Day).  The 5K and 1 mile run/fitness walk will start and finish at the Tyson Events Center and take participants through downtown Sioux City.  Over 3,800 participants are expected.  Online registration is available at www.komensiouxland.org and people are encouraged to register early in order to receive a Race t-shirt. Volunteers are also needed to help organize the Race.  An informational and recruitment meeting will be held on January 18^th 6:30 pm at Bev's on the River.  Anyone interested in being on the 2012 Race committee should attend or contact the Komen office at 712-277-1553 or by email at info@komensiouxland.org for more information.  "I strongly encourage anyone who has a passion about fighting breast cancer to get involved," said Birgit Flom, 2012, Race Co-Chair. "The Race is a huge undertaking not only for the Affiliate but also for the Siouxland Community.  But one that is very rewarding on Race day when we see thousands of people there for one reason….to find a cure for breast cancer."

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Orange City Tulip Festival
May 17, 18 and 19, 2012
Orange City, Iowa
The 2012 Orange City Tulip Festival, May 17, 18 and 19, features an entertaining celebration of the thriving community's rich Dutch heritage. Festivities include music and dancing by children and adults in intricate authentic costumes, two daily parades featuring top area marching bands, nightly musical theatre, a carnival midway, fun Dutch delicacies, plus thousands of tulips and a dozen replica windmills throughout this charming village. For more information visit www.octulipfestival.com or (712) 707-4510.

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Tri-State Trails Tour 8 – the metro area's largest organized bicycle ride will be held Saturday, May 19, 2011 starting at the Longlines Family Center at Gordon Drive and Pierce Street in Sioux City.   Registration will begin at 8:30 AM with the ride to start at 10:00 AM.  An optional pre-ride pancake breakfast is open to the public.  The ride is a fundraiser for Siouxland Trails Foundation.   The all flat course will be primarily held on recreational trails in Sioux City and South Sioux City and includes the option of crossing the Missouri River on the trail width sidewalk over the Veteran's bridge.  This is a family friendly ride – riders ride at their own pace.   For more information call 712-233-3240 or see our website at www.siouxlandtrails.org

  

JUNE

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Moville 125^th Celebration
June 6-10, 2012
Watch www.visitmoville.com with details to come

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June 7-8 $5 Masquerade Jewelry
Watches, necklace sets, rings, accessories and more
Thursday 10-7, Friday 7-4
Mercy Medical Center, 801 5th St.
Supports the Mercy Auxiliary

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Marathon to Marathon
June 9, 2012
Storm Lake, Iowa to Marathon, Iowa
Marathon, 1/2 Marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K
www.marathon2marathon.com
712-289-2246

 

JULY

Fifth Annual Country/Gospel Music Fest featuring Terry Smith, Nashville, Jackie Shewey, Wayne Longtin, Sr, Francis Hahn, Bob & Sheila Everhart,
Marge Lund, Elaine Peacock, Lee Muller, Andy Juhl, Ed & Kathy Dovel, Rick & Harriette Anderson and Terry Durr.
All funds raised benefit  prison ministries of The Church of the Damascus Road, a prison ministry located within the walls of Ford Dodge and Rockwell City prisons.
July 14, 2012, 10:00 a.m. till 10:00 p.m. and July 15, 2012, 10:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m.
Located in the farm grove of Mark & Cheryl Juhl, 11584 Polk Avenue, Remsen, IA
Bring your lawn chair – Food Available - 2-day admission $25        Daily admission $15.00            17 and under free
Free admission Sunday 10a.m. till noon for Church Service & Gospel Music
For additional information contact Mark/Cheryl Juhl at 712-540-6025 or 712-756-8851

 

AUGUST

August 23-24 Casey's Bakery
Fresh breads, pies and treats from Sioux Center
Thursday 9-5, Friday 9-4
Mercy Medical Center, 801 5th St.
Supports the Mercy Auxiliary

OCTOBER

October 25-26 $5 Masquerade Jewelry
Watches, necklace sets, rings, accessories and more
Thursday 10-7, Friday 7-4
Mercy Medical Center, 801 5th St.
Supports the Mercy Auxiliary

NOVEMBER

Nov 7-12 Auxiliary Holiday Show
Great gifts, home decor and custom holiday florals 
Opening night Wednesday, daytime hours remainder of the show.
Mercy Medical Center, 801 5th St.
Supports the Mercy Auxiliary

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Nov 28-29 Scentsy Trunk Show
Wednesday 9-5, Thursday 9-4
Mercy Medical Center, 801 5th St.
Supports the Mercy Auxiliary

DECEMBER 

Books are Fun
December 13-14, 2012
8a-4:30p
Mercy Medical Center, Cafeteria
801 5th St, Sioux City
Fundraiser for the Mercy Employee Activity Council
www.mercysiouxcity.com

Le Mars Chamber hosts 1950s Fundraiser
Hey all you cool cats, greasers and motor hears, get hip to the sounds, put on your 50s threads, lose the square people and get ready to head to fat city for the biggest bash of the year. We're going to have a blast at the Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce 1950s themed fundraiser on Saturday, March 10th. Cost to attend the event is $30.00 per person. Reservations are necessary— contact the Le Mars Area Chamber of Commerce at 712-546-8821 .

 

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