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The Sting
Thursday • March 12 • 7:00pm
Throwback Thursday at The Iowa Theater
1/2 off popcorn on Throwback Thursday!
Following the murder of a mutual friend, aspiring con man Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford) teams up with old pro Henry Gondorff (Paul Newman) to take revenge on the ruthless crime boss responsible, Doyle Lonnegan (Robert Shaw). Hooker and Gondorff set about implementing an elaborate scheme, one so crafty that Lonnegan won’t even know he’s been swindled. As their big con unfolds, however, things don’t go according to plan, requiring some last-minute improvisation by the undaunted duo. 1967, Rated PG, 2 hr, 9 min
Angel Wings & C.T: Spring Open House
116 N. 1st Ave., Winterset
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This Weekend!
White Cottage Market – Grand Anniversary Celebration
124 N 1st Avenue, Winterset
Friday, March 12-14th, 2026
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Cheers to 7 Years! White Cottage Market’s Grand Anniversary Celebration
Can you believe it’s been seven years since we first opened our doors? What started as a dream in a tiny shop has blossomed into something so much more, and we want you to help us celebrate how far we’ve come!
From our very first “Grand Opening” flag to the curated “Modern Cottage” home we’ve built together, it has been quite the journey. We’ve navigated three moves across the square and embraced big changes along the way. While we reminisce about the early days, we are so excited to celebrate with you!
Our shop has always been about that “ever-changing mix” of modern vintage goods—from those perfectly chippy collections to the vintage layers that make a house a home. But more than the “loot,” it’s the community that makes White Cottage Market special.
Whether you’ve been with us since day one or just discovered us, your small-town support is the reason we’re still here. Let’s toast to the old memories and the new treasures yet to be found!
Come enjoy new vintage arrivals 
Special anniversary treats and refreshments 
A trip down memory lane!
We can’t wait to see both familiar faces and new friends! Thank you for seven years of vintage love. 
Jane, Cheryl and Jen
Senior Speaker Series – Bricker-Price Block
Friday, March 13, 10 AM
The Story Behind The Music: Levitt AMP Earlham
Magic: The Gathering
Quest Haven Books & Comics
Friday, March 13, 5-10pm
104 N 1st Avenue, Winterset
Ready to tap into the excitement of Magic: The Gathering? Whether you’re a beginner just learning the ropes, a casual player looking to have fun, or a seasoned planeswalker, Friday Night Magic at Quest Haven is the place to be!
- Admission: $5
- Format: Commander
- Prizes: Win awesome rewards like card packs, posters, free Super Sodas, snacks, and more!
- Bring your deck, your friends, and your best strategies for an evening of epic battles, great camaraderie, and plenty of adventure.
Don’t miss your chance to join the fun and be part of the Quest Haven MTG community!
Friday Fish Fry
Every Friday through March 7th • 5:30-7:00 pm
St. Joseph Catholic Church
The Saint Joseph Knights of Columbus are once again serving up their famous Lenten Fish Fry. This is an all-you-can-eat meal for a free-will offering. The menu includes:
- Alaskan Baked or Fried Fish
- Baked Potato or Fries
- Baked Beans
- Coleslaw
- Dinner Rolls
- Variety of Desserts
- Kids Menu Available: Cheese Pizza & Fruit Cups
Madison County Winery
Friday, March 13th • 7:00-9 pm
It’s March, so bring on the Leprechauns! Stu Ryan O’Brien will be performing his Irish Pub Songs at Madison County Winery. Come on out and enjoy the fun!
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Movie at The Iowa Theater:
Hoppers
- Friday, March 13 – 7:00PM
- Saturday, March 14 – 7:00PM
- Sunday, March 15 – 2:00PM
What if you could talk to animals and understand what they’re saying? In Disney and Pixar’s all-new feature film “Hoppers,” scientists have discovered how to “hop” human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals, allowing people to communicate with animals as animals! The adventure introduces Mabel, an animal lover who seizes an opportunity to use the technology, uncovering mysteries within the animal world that are beyond anything she could have imagined.
Rated PG, 1hr, 45min
Madison County Farmer’s Market
The Iowa Theater
Sunday, March 15, 5:30 pm
Sunday Movie Club – “Hamnet”
The Iowa Theater’s Sunday Movie Club selection for March is the 2025 film “Hamnet.” Doors and the concession stand open at 5 PM. The movie starts at 5:30. Total run time is 2 hours, 5 minutes.
Nominated for 8 Oscars this year, including Best Picture, the movie follows William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, as they celebrate the birth of their son, Hamnet. When tragedy strikes and Hamnet dies at a young age, Shakespeare is inspired to write his timeless masterpiece “Hamlet.”
Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal star in this hit directed by Chloé Zhao (“Nomadland”). “Hamnet” is Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with 93% of movie-goers reporting that they liked the film.
Sunday Movie Club is the Iowa Theater’s once-a-month series of slightly off-the-beaten path, thought-provoking films. The screenings include a short, fun, moderated (and optional) discussion after the credits roll.
Spring is the perfect time to join Sunday Movie Club with more exciting films on the calendar. Next month we’ll show “The History of Sound,” which is about two young men during World War I who set out to record the lives, voices and music of their American countrymen.
Nonmembers are always welcome. Single-film tickets are $8, but membership is an excellent value at $75 per year for twelve critically-acclaimed movies. Join anytime or learn more at www.the-iowa.com/club or talk with a staff member during showtimes.
Concession-stand offerings at The Iowa include beer, wine, hard cider, Coke products, coffee, movie candies, and delicious Iowa-grown popcorn served with real butter.
The Honey Lounge
Saturday, March 14, 6-9pm
Live Music by Madison County Line performing Americana hits from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s.
Next Week
Spring Break Staycation Week
March 14–21 | Spring Break Staycation Week
Skip the airport chaos and the endless planning. Stay local and make it unforgettable!
Book a cozy Airbnb, café hop your way through town, and shop exclusive specials in the Winterset Retail District. Relaxed. Fun. Easy. Why go anywhere else?
Shine Studios
Open Crafting Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 10am-2pm
Madison County Winery
Saturday, March 21, 10am
Rise, Shine, and Wine! Spring is officially here, and we’re blooming early. Join us at 10:00 AM for mimosas, breakfast favorites, and drink specials that’ll have you feeling vine.
Coming Soon
Women’s Giving Circle Meeting
Tuesday, March 24, 6:00 pm
The Madison County Women’s Giving Circle 1st quarter meeting will be held March 24, 2026 at Union State Bank Community Room, 611 West Hwy 92, Winterset. The no-more-than-1-hour meeting will start at 6:00 p.m. and end at 7:00 p.m. You may come at 5:30 p.m. if you wish to socialize before the meeting. Anyone interested in joining or learning more about the organization is welcome to attend.
Local charitable 501(C)(3) tax-exempt organizations who wish to present information about their projects for supporting women and children in Madison County should arrive by 5:30 p.m. to register. We ask that applicants provide a brief description of their project; their tax-exempt status; and email address and telephone number where they may be reached when registering to present.
Three organizations will be selected (by a drawing) to present at the meeting. Each will be given 4 minutes to present and 4 minutes to answer questions. One of the three non-profits will be elected by vote to receive this quarter’s donations. If more than 3 non-profits wish to present, the rest will each have 2 minutes to tell us about their project.
Madison County Health Care System
Earlham Medical Center
The Earlham Medical Clinic is excited to announce our move to our new location at 137 W 1st Street in Earlham. Our trusted care team will continue serving patients in a refreshed space designed for comfort, accessibility, and high-quality primary care.
To complete the move, the clinic will be closed March 16th – 20th, reopening the following week at our new address and welcoming both current and new patients. Thank you to everyone who has supported the Earlham Medical Clinic & Madison County Health Care System.
Welcome to Medicare Seminar
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Chesnut Building – Nursing Education Room
Madison County Memorial Hospital
What You’ll Learn
- Medicare Parts A & B Benefits
- Prescription Drug Benefits (Part D)
- Medicare Advantage Plans
- Medicare Supplement Insurance
- How to Identify Medicare Fraud, Errors & Abuse
Why Attend?
- Get expert guidance from our SHIIP Counselor, Steve Simmons
- Understand your Medicare options and make informed decisions
- Learn how to maximize your benefits and minimize out-of-pocket costs
- Opportunity to ask questions in a supportive environment
Who Should Attend?
- Individuals approaching 65
- Those new to Medicare
- Caregivers and family members of Medicare beneficiaries
- Professionals seeking to understand Medicare for their clients or employees
Registration Required
- Online: https://www.madisonhealth.com/free-welcome-to-medicare-seminar/
- By Phone: (515) 462-5370
- Deadline to register: March 17th
Flourish & Summerset Realty
Easter Festival
Saturday, March 28, 3-5pm
McFable Farm
Easter Festival
Saturday, April 4, 10-11:30am
Stepping Stones Daycare: Now Enrolling
Agriland FS
Fuel Up & Give Back to the Winterset Community School District! From now through June 30, fuel up at the Winterset FAST STOPs and AGRILAND FS will donate 3¢ per gallon to the Winterset Community School District.
Fuel Up & Give Back to the Earlham Community School District! From now through June 30, fuel up at the Earlham FAST STOP and AGRILAND FS will donate 3¢ per gallon to the Earlham Community School District.
Madison County Conservation
