Tonight
Winterset Neighbors Connection
Thursday • 4/20 • 7:00pm
Winterset Public Library
The monthly Neighbors Connection gathering is a friendly, casual, no stress social opportunity to help Winterset residents “make the most” of living in Madison County. Newcomers—and not-so-newcomers—can learn about what is happening in Madison County, how to finding what you might looking for, and make new friends. All ages are welcome and there is no cost or obligation, just your time and desire to meet people and enjoy snacks and conversation for an hour. The only agenda is to help you know more about Madison County and work together to make our community the best it can be!
The program in April will be from David Hargrove, director of the Winterset Public Library. David will share information about the wide variety of resources and services available at the library. If you’d like more information, contact Chris Baumgarn at the Library (515.462.1731). See you soon!
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This Weekend
Intro to Machine Embroidery
Friday • 4/21 • 5:00pm
Saturday • 4/22 • 1:00pm
Winterset Public Library
The Winterset Public Library now has an embroidery sewing machine that is free for the public to use. In this class, learn the basics of machine embroidery and all supplies needed to make a mini mat are included. Children are welcome to join the fun with parental supervision.
Earth Day Tree Planting
Saturday • 4/22 • 10:00am – Noon
Pammel Park Campground
Celebrate Earth Day by helping the conservation board plant trees in the Pammel Park Campground to replace some of the trees that were destroyed by the tornado. All volunteers should meet near the restroom facility in the campground at 10:00 am. A limited supply of tools will be available and volunteers are welcome to bring their own shovels as well. Gloves are recommended.
There will be a children’s activity table setup in the campground during the event so feel free to take the kids along! No registration is necessary and tree-lovers of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Contact Amy at awarnke@madisoncounty.iowa.gov or call 515-462-3536 with any questions.
Reading with Rover
Saturday • April 22 • 9:00 – Noon
Winterset Public Library
Young readers are invited to come spend some time reading their favorite book to the resident canine at the Winterset Public Library. “Rover” will be at the library from 9:00 – Noon on Saturday, April 22nd. As of this morning, there are five spots still available. Sign up online using the button below, or call the library at 515-462-1731.
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie
April 21 & 22 • 7:00pm, April 23 • 2:00pm
The Iowa Theater
For the first time, the iconic global entertainment brands Illumination and Nintendo join forces to create The Super Mario Bros. Movie, a new, big-screen adventure starring one of pop culture’s most prominent plumbers of the past four decades.Based on the world of Nintendo’s Mario games, the film invites audiences into a vibrant, thrilling new universe unlike any created before in an action-packed, exuberant cinematic comedy event.
While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers Mario (Chris Pratt) and brother Luigi (Charlie Day) are transported down a mysterious pipe and wander into a magical new world. But when the brothers are separated, Mario embarks on an epic quest to find Luigi. With the assistance of a Mushroom Kingdom resident Toad (Keegan-Michael Key) and some training from the strong-willed ruler of the Mushroom Kingdom, Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy), Mario taps into his own power.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie features an extraordinary comedic cast, including Jack Black as Bowser, Seth Rogen as Donkey Kong, Fred Armisen as Cranky Kong, Kevin Michael Richardson as Kamek and Sebastian Maniscalco as Spike, plus a special voice appearance by Charles Martinet, who has voiced the characters of Mario and Luigi in the Super Mario games for more than 30 years. PG, 1 hour 32 min
Auditions for Bye Bye Birdie
Sunday • 4/23 • 6:00pm
Monday • 4/24 • 7:00pm
The Winterset Stage
The Winterset Stage will holding auditions for their next community musical, Bye Bye Birdie, this Sunday and Monday. Their last musical, Oklahoma, featured a cast of over 40 musicians and actors and their hoping for at least as many—or even more—in this cast! All adults and teens are encouraged to audition regardless of experience.
Auditions will be held on Sunday, April 23rd, at 6:00pm, and Monday, April 24th, at 7:00pm, at the Madison County Music Co. studio, 123 W Jefferson (entrance is directly across from Country Cutters/H&R Block). Interested actors and singers need to attend just one session and all auditions materials will be provided (nothing needs to be prepared in advance). Contact managing director, Megan Barrett with any questions: info@TheWintersetStage.org
Bye Bye Birdie is a loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted to the army. As a farewell, the rock and roll star is scheduled to sing Albert Peterson’s “One Last Kiss” and kiss a girl from Sweet Apple, Ohio live on the Ed Sullivan Show. However, Conrad’s hip-thrusting makes more than one man in town uncomfortable, many of whom attempt to stop the show from happening. Meanwhile, Rosie wonders if Alfred, for whom she does everything, will ever leave his mother’s shadow.
Signing up in advance to audition isn’t required, it just helps them plan for materials!
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Last Change to Register
Registration is now open for Winterset Parks & Recreation co-ed softball league. Call your friends and get a team together! Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/364prcww
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Next Week
Just Before the Battle, Mother: A Visit from a Civil War Soldier
Tuesday • 4/25 • 6:00pm
Winterset Public Library
For this unique program, presenter OJ Fargo dresses in full Union Army regalia as he introduces the audience to a returning Civil War veteran. Mr. Fargo will detail the experiences of this Iowan during the conflict, and encourage the audience to ask questions and engage in a dialogue with the “soldier.” Mr. Fargo will also share an artifact display and full electronic roster of all men who served in the Civil War from Iowa, which can be searched by name, city, county, and/or birthplace.
This is a free program at he Winterset Public Library, and no registration is required.
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
Wednesday • April 26 • 7:00pm
Way Back Wednesday at the Iowa Theater
Way Back Wednesday films in the month of April are celebrating the career of Katherine Hepburn with films that demonstrate her talent and range.
When Joanna Drayton (Katharine Houghton), a free-thinking white woman, and black doctor John Prentice (Sidney Poitier) become engaged, they travel to San Francisco to meet her parents. Matt Drayton (Spencer Tracy) and his wife Christina (Katharine Hepburn) are wealthy liberals who must confront the latent racism the coming marriage arouses. Also attending the Draytons’ dinner are Prentice’s parents (Roy E. Glenn Sr., Beah Richards), who vehemently disapprove of the relationship. 1967, Not Rated, 1 hr, 48 min
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Planning Ahead
City-Wide Garage Sale
Saturday • 5/13
Ladies Tea Party
Saturday, May 13, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Bevington Mansion lawn, Madison County Historical Complex
Save the date for the 2023 Ladies Tea Party event! Back by popular demand, this event will take place on Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday, May 13, at 1:00pm. The perfect event for moms, kids, grandmas, and all of the special ladies in your life, enjoy a Victorian high tea, mansion tour, etiquette tips, parlor games, photo opportunities and more!
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