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This Weekend
Live Music with Megan Barrett
Friday • February 3 • 2:00pm
Winterset Public Library
Whether you like to sing along, or just listen, come enjoy a short informal musical presentation with Megan Barrett from Madison County Music Co. on Friday afternoon. The music this month will be mostly love-themed ‘oldies’ guaranteed to fill you with warm nostalgia, get your toe tapping and have you at least humming along!
Acoustic Jam Circle
Friday • February 3 • 3:00pm
Winterset Public Library
A Man Called Otto
February 3 • 7:00pm, February 5 • 2:00pm (presented with captions)
The Iowa Theater
When a lively young family moves in next door, grumpy widower Otto Anderson meets his match in a quick-witted, pregnant woman named Marisol, leading to an unlikely friendship that turns his world upside down PG-13, 2hr 6min
Musical Story Time
Saturday • February 4 • 10:00am
Winterset Public Library
Local youngsters are invited to join Miss Megan from Madison County Music Co. for 30 minutes of musical fun on Saturday morning. It’s a great way to burn off some energy!
Valentine Gala
Saturday • February 4 • 5:30pm
The Iowa Theater
Those who cherish Winterset’s single-screen theater for its movies, stage productions, special events, and 540-lightbulb marquee can express their love on February 4 at the theater’s first fundraising gala, titled WE [heart] THE IOWA. Tickets are $75 per person, and include an open bar, an array of savory and sweet treats catered by Petite Café, bottomless popcorn, and a screening of the classic film, “It Happened One Night,” starring Clarke Gable and Claudette Colbert. Doors open at 5:30, and the movie starts at 6:30, giving attendees plenty of time to mingle, munch, and settle in for a delightful 1934 romantic comedy.
The event is targeted at reducing The Iowa’s renovation debt and local merchants are on board with gala specials. Angel Wings & CT will take 25% off regular price dressy ensembles throughout January, up to the day of the event. “Just let our staff know you’re going to the party,” proprietor Nicole Kems said. Terri Kuhns at Village Bootery will discount selected men’s and women’s dressy shoe styles now through the day of the event by 20%. Ladies can call Salon 107 at 515-462-4247 to schedule special event hairstyling for $30. Anyone who purchases any “Love” related jewelry at B Shannon Designs on February 3rd or 4th will be treated to special handmade chocolates from Infusion Chocolates.
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Last Chance to Register
Spring Soccer
Deadline February 3rd for U10 and up
Deadline February 10 for U6 and U8
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Next Week
Born Yesterday
Wednesday • February 8 • 7:00pm
Way Back Wednesday at the Iowa Theater
Brassy blonde moll Billie Dawn (Judy Holliday) hits Washington, D.C., with her unscrupulous millionaire sugar daddy, Harry Brock (Broderick Crawford), and his sleazy lawyer, Jim Devery (Howard St. John), who has been pressuring Harry to marry Billie by pointing out that a wife cannot be forced to testify against her husband. In an effort to make Billie more socially acceptable, Harry hires journalist Paul Verrall (William Holden) to smarten her up—and sparks soon fly between the pair. 1950, NR
Father Daughter Dance
Friday • February 10th • 6:00 – 8:00pm
Jackson Building
The annual Father Daughter Dance will be on February 10th at the Jackson Building! Young ladies plus their Dads (or a dad stand-in) can enjoy food, beverages, pictures, music, and most importantly…dancing! Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/huatfxmx
WCEF Trivia Night
Saturday • February 11
Jackson Building, Madison County Fairgrounds
Hosted by Winterset Community Education Foundation
Don’t wait to get yourself or your team registered for this super fun fundraiser event for the Winterset Schools. To register, enter your name or your team name through this link: tinyurl.com/WCSDtrivianight. The cost is $25 for an individual, or register a team of up to 8 people for $150. You can pay via Venmo to WintersetCEF or mail a check to: WCEF, PO Box 30, Winterset, IA 50273. Drinks and Snacks will be available at the event for a freewill donation!
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Planning Ahead
History on the Hill o’ Beans
Tuesday • February 14th • 9:00am
Madison County Historical Museum
George Washington Carver is the topic for this month’s discussion at History on the Hill o’ Beans. To celebrate the State of Iowa’s George Washington Carver Day on February 1st, Linda Griffith Smith will present what we know of Carver’s two years in Winterset and how he was influenced to continue his education. This event is free and open to the public. Head up to ‘the hill’ for a cup of coffee with some fellowship and learning.
Parents’ Night Out
Friday • February 17 • 4:00 – 8:00pm
Madison County Extension Office
Drop Kids (Grades K-5th) off at the Madison Co. Extension Office for a fun Valentine’s party and go have a date night! Space is Limited; Register Online at https://forms.gle/4wdr88AXx8kLM8vh7
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Mother-Son NERF War
Saturday • February 25th
The biggest nerf war in Winterset is back and registration is now open!
Kindergarten-2nd: https://tinyurl.com/3wm5bfwh
3rd-6th Grade: https://tinyurl.com/ycktcsyb
Plant a Prairie Parade
Learn about the ancient connections between the sun, plants, and animals that drive global food webs. Jessie will share about how these special plants can be added back into the landscape to re-unify these connects while providing beauty, habitat and wellness for you and your family. Free and open to all!
Baseball Clinic
The Baseball Clinic is now open for registration! This is a great opportunity to develop and improve your skills with help from varsity coaches and players! 
3rd & 4th Grade: https://tinyurl.com/mrxnzb9j
5th & 6th Grade: https://tinyurl.com/2cdyxc5t
7th & 8th Grade: https://tinyurl.com/ytuakt6j
You can also check out the community calendar page to see how events align with your own calendar!
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