MCHS Seeking Feedback from Citizens!
“Madison County Historical Society (MCHS) is in the process of completing a strategic plan and a major piece of this process is community input. MCHS is here to serve Madison County and we want to know what you think,” says Jared McDonald, Museum Director at MCHS.
Therefore, MCHS is asking Madison County citizens to complete a Community Survey. The Community Survey is available online through the middle of September and will help MCHS understand the needs of the Madison County community in order to make changes and improvements to the museum.
I completed the survey this morning and it took me just about five minutes. I encourage you to take a few minutes to provide your feedback as well!
This Weekend
Party on the Paddock – Bras for the Cause Benefit
Saturday • September 5th • 1:00 – 6:00pm
Covered Bridges Winery
The Winterset Bras for the Cause Organization is inviting you to their Party on the Paddock this Saturday. They won’t be holding their regular event in October this year, so they hope to see a lot of friendly, and generous, folks at this event instead!
The party will take place on the patio at Covered Bridges Winery from 1:00 to 6:00pm with music provided by Looking for Luke and food, like Kentucky Burgoo (a spicy stew), from Easton’s Food Truck.
In keeping with the derby theme, you can participate in the Derby Hat Contest by coming up with the biggest, funniest, or most elaborate head covering. You can also get your picture taken with Minnie the mini horse.
There is no cover, but donations are appreciated. Funds raised by the Bras for the Cause organization help Madison County women who are un-insured or underinsured receive mammograms and other screening procedures.
National Lampoon’s Vacation
Playing this weekend at the Iowa Theater
Friday & Saturday • 7:00pm
From opening lines to final credits, this uproarious golf-themed classic will keep you rolling with laughter. Featuring some of Hollywood’s truly great comedic talents, Caddyshack is the story of a young caddy at the Bushwood Country Club, the wealthy and eccentric members who play there, and a single-minded grounds keeper who’s declared war on a rampaging gopher. Starring Chevy Chase, Bill Murray, Rodney Dangerfield and Ted Knight. Directed by Harold Ramis.
Madison County Farmers Market
Saturday mornings • 8:00 am – noon
on the Square
Enjoy open air shopping at the Madison County Farmers Market every Saturday from 8:00 am – Noon on the courthouse square! Find fresh vegetables, herbs, plants, baked goods, honey and more.
Coming Soon
Meet Library Director David Hargrove
Wednesday • September 9th • Noon – 1:00pm
A program of the Wellness Wednesdays in Winterset organization
Despite Covid 19 Restrictions, Wellness Wednesday in Winterset organizers have put together a program for every Wednesday in September.
A limited in-person and live-streamed program will be held at noon on Wednesday, September 9th, at the Madison County Extension Office, 117 N. John Wayne Drive. Extension Director, Nicole Navin says, “We are excited to welcome David Hargrove, the recently hired Librarian for Winterset Public Library. David will be telling us a little about himself and about programming at the Library.” There will be seating for about 10 at the extension office, and pre-registration is required to attend in person. The program will also be live-streamed through the Wellness Wednesdays in Winterset Facebook page.
What about Me? My Wellbeing
Thursdays • Sept 10 through October 1 • 6:30pm
Iowa State Extension
The Iowa State Extension Service is proving an opportunity for citizens to engage in hands-on learning to enhance your wellbeing and quality of life in ways that are personally meaningful to you. In the four sessions, which will take place on Thursday evenings starting September 10th, learn strategies for taking time for yourself, building relationships, and improving physical and financial health.
Register online by Sunday, September 6th.
Winterset Wine Walk – RESCHEDULED!
Saturday • September 12th • 2:00 – 7:00pm
Downtown Winterset
The Winterset Wine Walk is just nine days away! During this popular community event, work your way around the Winterset Square sampling local wines and taking advantage of shopping specials. A limited number of tickets will be sold for each hour (2:00 – 7:00) to enable people to stay more spaced out. Purchase your tickets online, or call the chamber to reserve yours now – 462-1185.
Friends of the Library OUTDOOR Book Sale
Saturdays • September 12th and 19th • 10:00am – 3:00pm
There are two ways you can help make this Friends Book Sale successful. First, donate your books, puzzles, CDs, DVD’s, and even VHS tapes! Please NO encyclopedias, textbooks or magazines. Donations will be taken through September 4th during the Library’s open hours, or call 515-462-1731 for a drop-off appointment. Second, attend the two Saturday outdoor book sales. You will find items sorted by category on the south side of the Library near the Book Nook benches. Your cost? A free-will donation. All proceeds go directly to support the work and increase the collections of the Winterset Public Library.
WCSD Open House
Sunday • September 13 • 1:00 – 4:00pm
Winterset Elementary and Junior/Senior High Schools
The two older instructional buildings in our school district, Winterset Elementary and the Junior/Senior High School, have undergone some MAJOR renovations and additions in the past year. I shared some pictures a few weeks ago and now you have the opportunity to see the facilities for yourself—and you really should! The renovations were handled really well and the buildings look quite impressive.
Everyone who attends the open house will need to be wearing a face covering.
Soil & Water Conservation, Local Working Group Meeting
Monday • September 14th • 7:00pm
Madison County Soil & Water Conservation District, Virtual Meeting
The Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is holding a virtual Local Working Group meeting on Monday, September 14th at 7:00pm on Zoom and invites the public to participate. Participants MUST REGISTER by 4:30pm on Friday, September 11 by calling or emailing SWCD (see details below).
Madison County SWCD is developing its long-term Soil and Water Resource Conservation Plan, which will guide their focus and actions for the next five years. In an effort to truly reflect the resources and the conservation issues and objectives our of county, the commissioners are striving for a “locally led” process and seeking input from the public.
The Local Working Group will meet in a facilitated meeting to discuss and prioritize the conservation issues and goals for the district. Focus will be on the following areas: soil resources, water resources, recreation and wildlife resources, and land management.
This “locally-led” process ensures that the conservation needs identified by Madison County citizens will be heard by elected officials, and planning will be guided by local needs and priorities. In addition to identifying priorities for the SWCD, the Soil and Water Resource Conservation Plan will be able to provide information for updates to the Madison County Comprehensive Plan. Conservation activities may originate with an interest in protecting our soil, water, and other natural resources, but conservation practices and programs may also provide benefits for roads, streams, and other infrastructure.
The Madison County SWCD and its partners, including the Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, work together to support farmers and landowners in conservation of our natural resources, but input from the local community will be key for prioritizing the goals and objectives for the next five years.
To participate in this meeting, please register by 4:30pm on Friday, September 11 by calling the Madison County SWCD at 515-462-2961 x3 or sending an email to Megan.Sutton@ia.nacdnet.net. Registrants will be provided participation information (link to Zoom meeting, or phone number to call in). For more information about Madison County SWCD, visit www.madison-swcd.org.
Finally
A musical serenade from some young Winterset Citizens
Each year, the WHS Drama and Music Departments participate in the Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards. This year-long program, administered by Des Moines Performing Arts, consists of three main components:
- Professional Review – Each participating musical production receives a professional review by a panel of performing arts educators and professionals. Teachers and students use these insights to make their next show even stronger.
- Learning Opportunities – Throughout the school year, workshops led by theater professionals help students grow. While some sessions focus on performance skills, others focus on technical areas such as lighting design, scenic design, and stage management.
- Awards Showcase – Based on reviewer scores and nominations, outstanding musicals and performers are invited to share highlights from their productions. Rehearsals with a guest Broadway music director and choreographer prepare students for impressive opening and closing numbers and awards and recognitions are given throughout the evening.
Since the Awards Showcase was cancelled this past spring, the IHSMTA collected student submissions for a “What Really Matters” virtual choir project instead. Christopher D. Littlefield, the 2019 Awards Showcase Music Director, was commissioned to write a piece in response to productions being canceled and this project was the result.
Winterset students are top center, middle right, and lower right in this video compilation. Here’s yet another reason to be proud of Winterset!
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