This Weekend
Holiday Open Houses
Friday • 12/13 • 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Farmers & Merchants State Bank
Celebrate the season at both local Farmers & Merchants State Bank locations this Friday from 9:00 to 3:00. At the main bank, classical guitarist Aaron Powell will be sharing holiday music.
Friday • 12/13 • 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Union State Bank
You can also enjoy refreshments and an extra dose of holiday cheer at all three Union State Bank locations this Friday from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. You can hear music from the Winterset Chamber Choir at the Hwy 92 bank from 1:00 – 1:30pm.
The Nutcracker Ballet
December 14-17 (multiple performances)
Winterset Ballet & Dance at the Iowa Theater
If you’ve never seen the Nutcracker Ballet performed, consider including this year it as a part of your family’s holiday traditions. Winterset Ballet and Dance is offering six performances this coming weekend and tickets are available online through Winterset Ballet & Dance (not through The Iowa). They will also sell some of the balcony seats at the door. Those seats will be discounted because they have a partially obstructed view.
An Old-Fashioned Christmas with Santa
Saturday • 12/14 • 10:00am – Noon
Madison County Historical Complex
Kids can meet Santa and decorate a Christmas cookie to take home this weekend during the Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration at the Madison County Historical Complex. The event is free for children ages 12 and under, who must be accompanied by an adult.
A Guide Through Watercolor
Saturday • 12/14 • 10:00am – noon
Winterset Art Center
Be inspired to create with Sara Reed at a Guided Watercolor Workshop this Saturday morning. No experience is necessary and all ideas, materials, and supplies are included. Fees per session are $20 for WAC Members and $23 for Non-members. Register online through the Winterset Art Center. This class is recommended for artists age 14 and up.
Tyler Frazier LIVE!
Sunday • 12/15 • 2:00 – 4:00pm
Covered Bridges Winery
Tyler Frazier will be delighting listeners with his signature acoustic melodies at Covered Bridges Winery this Sunday afternoon. With material ranging from oldies rock ‘n’ roll to music of the 80s and 90s, there’ll be something for everyone.
Showing at the Iowa Theater
Based on the humorous writings of author Jean Shepherd, A Christmas Story follows the wintry exploits of youngster Ralphie Parker (Peter Billingsley), who spends most of his time dodging a bully (Zack Ward) and dreaming of his ideal Christmas gift, a “Red Ryder air rifle.” Frequently at odds with his cranky dad (Darren McGavin) but comforted by his doting mother (Melinda Dillon), Ralphie struggles to make it to Christmas Day with his glasses and his hopes intact.
Coming Soon
NE Madison County Christmas Bird Count
Thursday • 12/19 • 7:00am – 5:00 pm
Madison County Conservation
Volunteers are needed! Join the 5th Annual Northeast Madison County Christmas Bird Count on Thursday, December 19th. Madison County Conservation is now seeking volunteers to participate in this year’s Christmas Bird Count. The count involves counting birds seen while traveling in vehicles and while walking through the natural resource areas. Teams of birders (all levels welcome!) will split up to cover different areas of the count circle, keeping a tally of which species and how many are observed. It’s a great way to explore the Madison County countryside and enjoy the company of fellow birders!
SAMPLE ITINERARY:
7:00 A.M. Meet at Winterset Hy-Vee Market Grille for breakfast, divide into teams, and receive maps and data sheets.
12:00-1:00 P.M. Meet at (location TBD) for lunch and to share what birds were seen in the morning.
5:00 P.M. Meet at Madison CCB Headquarters to turn in data sheets.
Volunteers may choose to volunteer for the entire day, morning only, or afternoon only. If you live within the Madison County Circle, you may participate by counting birds that visit your backyard bird feeders during that time and reporting the information to the conservation board.
If you would like to participate in the Christmas Bird Count, contact Steve Pearson at spearson@madisoncountyparks.org or 515-462-3536. Volunteers will receive more detailed information soon. To learn more about the Christmas Bird Count, visit: https://www.audubon.org/conservation/join-christmas-bird-count
Living Nativity
Saturday • 12/21 • 6:00 – 8:00pm
Sunday • 12/22 • 6:00 – 8:00pm
Madison County Historical Museum with the First United Methodist Church
The First United Methodist Church will host their 28th annual Living Nativity display this year at the Madison County Historical Complex. Follow the star to the museum, where you’ll be greeted by the inn keeper, escorted by the shepherds, serenaded by the angels, and have the opportunity to observe the holy family and the baby Jesus. There is no admission charge and refreshments will be served in the museum lounge.
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MATURA Madison County Giving Tree
The Winterset Public Library is hosting a Christmas Giving Tree for MATURA this year. Here’s how you can help a local family in need this season: Stop by the library between now and December 16th, select a tag from the tree, purchase a gift or two and return it (unwrapped) right back to the library by December 17th.
Good people doing Great things!
Roundup Campaign Donation to C.R.I.S.P.
Great job to our community and Fareway as their roundup campaign provided a donation of over $2,300 to C.R.I.S.P. It’s proof that in working together, our small acts can accomplish something great!
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Madhaüs Gallery
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