Godzilla vs Kong

Saturday at 7pm, Sunday at 2pm
The Iowa Theater

Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home. Along for the ride is Jia, an orphaned girl who has a unique and powerful bond with the mighty beast. However, they soon find themselves in the path of an enraged Godzilla as he cuts a swath of destruction across the globe. The initial confrontation between the two titans—instigated by unseen forces—is only the beginning of the mystery that lies deep within the core of the planet. PG-13; 1 hr 53 min

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Memorial Day Observance

Monday • May 31 • 10:00am

Veterans, auxiliary members, and scouts will begin this year’s Memorial Day observance at 10:00am on Monday by marching from the Legion hall to the Cemetery. The parade will be a silent honoring those who have passed. All Veterans and citizens are welcomed to be a part of the march. The parade will stop briefly at Monumental park, where the VFW Auxiliary will place a wreath and have a brief ceremony.

The main ceremony will begin at 10:30am near the WWI Veterans Monument at the Winterset Cemetery. In case of inclement weather the ceremonies will be held at the Henry Miller Auditorium beginning at 10:30am.

Wellness Wednesdays in Winterset

The Wellness Wednesdays in Winterset is a program coordinated by a group of organizations and individuals dedicated to encouraging area residents to become healthier. It began a number of years ago as the Start Somewhere Wa1K, which was instituted by the State of Iowa as the key component to the Healthiest State Initiative. Organizers about 5 years ago decided to provide not only the walk around the clock (four trips around the outside of the square equals about 1K), but provide additional information to feed the body and soul on the other Wednesdays from May through October. Due to COVID 19, in 2020, the walks were held, but the informational sessions were done virtually. This year they are “back to normal.”

Wellness Wednesday in Winterset programs will kick off June 2, at Noon, with the monthly “First Wednesday, Walk around the Clock.” Guest “DJ” for the 2021 inaugural walk is Amara Huffine, recently hired Executive Director of the Madison County Chamber of Commerce. She has selected a playlist she entitles “Summer Hits!” 

Lunch and Learns will be the offerings for the remainder of the Wednesdays in June. All sessions will be about an hour and held in the Community Meeting room at the Winterset Public Library, 123 N. Second Street. The library asks that if you are experiencing symptoms of Covid 19 to refrain from attending. You may certainly bring and enjoy your lunch if your schedule so dictates. 

June 9 • Brian Downes & The Duke

In 2007 Winterset pulled out the stops and celebrated the 100^th Birthday of native son John Wayne. If you think back on that wonderful weekend, you may remember the recreation of the old-fashioned Wild West exhibition as were staged in the late 1800s and into the 1900s. The organizers called upon, and enlisted, a gentleman who was on the Chicago Tribune staff and an experienced showman in his own right. He pulled in a wonderful collection of entertainers, and at the same time showed his devotion to John Wayne. Shortly thereafter, Brian Downes, that same promoter of the Wild-West and John Wayne, was hired to be the Executive Director of the John Wayne Birthplace & Museum, a position he still holds! Join us as Brian gives us an little overview of not only how he got here, but his “Day with the Duke” as a young reporter, the friendships he’s created with many of the co-stars of the Duke, such as Harry Carey, Jr. and Maureen O’Hara, his experiences meeting Duke fans across the globe, and the expansion of the galleries at the museum; to be featured at the event in May of 2022.

June 16 • Hidden Hunger with Mary Krisco

Mary Krisco is the ISU Extension WIN Coordinator (Wellness and Independence through Nutrition) for adults 50+. Hunger is a hidden problem among Iowans aged 50 and older. When older Iowans are admitted to hospitals, one out of four are found to have malnourishment that interferes with their recovery. One reason that so many older adults are malnourished is that they can’t afford healthy food. Yet, of all the older adults who are eligible for Iowa Food Assistance, less than 40% actually apply for it. The WIN Program is an ISU Extension campaign to convince older adults to get the food help they need. If you are over 50, chances are you know an older adult who is at risk for malnutrition. Come to this presentation to find out how you can help combat this hidden hunger.

June 23 • Secret Services of the Second Floor

Aaron Richardson, RN, BSN and Director of Rehab Services and Chronic Disease Management at Madison County Memorial Hospital will share about the many great services available to us right here in Winterset from the professionals at our local hospital!

June 30 • Veg Out with Cathy Drost

Cathy Drost, ISU Extension Human Sciences Specialist, Nutrition and Wellness, will help participants discover the benefits and importance of vegetables to creating a healthier lifestyle. Attendees will receive sample recipes ideas, and learn how to increase fruit and veggies in your diet.  

Great Citizens • Great Acts

Madison County Women’s Giving Circle

The Madison County Women’s Giving Circle recently presented a check to the Crisis Intervention Advocacy Center (CIAC) in Winterset. These funds were from the Giving Circle’s first quarter meeting and the actual total was $5780 from 102 Madison county women. CIAC plans to use the funds for prevention curriculum & victim services.

The second quarter meeting of The Madison County Women’s Giving Circle will be IN-PERSON on June 22, at Jacque Mohs’ party barn at 1640 Hwy 169, Winterset. (Turn into the Winterset Cidery driveway, take the road to the right and follow the signs.) 

The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m., with a salad bar provided at 5:30 p.m. for those who want to eat and socialize before the meeting.  If weather permits, the meeting will be outdoors. Local charitable 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profits or other qualifying tax-exempt organizations who wish to present information about their projects for supporting women and children in Madison County should plan to arrive by 6:15 p.m. to register for the chance to present.

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