This week in Madison County…
Tonight
Jaws
Thursday • July 2 • 7:00pm
Throwback Thursday at The Iowa Theater
1/2 off popcorn on Throwback Thursday!
When a young woman is killed by a shark while skinny-dipping near the New England tourist town of Amity Island, police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) wants to close the beaches, but mayor Larry Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) overrules him, fearing that the loss of tourist revenue will cripple the town. Ichthyologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and grizzled ship captain Quint (Robert Shaw) offer to help Brody capture the killer beast, and the trio engage in an epic battle of man vs. nature. 1975, Rated PG, 2hr 20min
Winterset Community Band: Summer Concert Series
Thursdays through July 9 • 7:00 pm
Madison County Historical Complex
Movie at The Iowa Theater: Minions & Monsters
- Friday, July 3 – 7:00PM
- Saturday, July 4 – 11:00AM & 2:00PM
- Sunday, June 28 – 2:00PM
The Minions band together to save the day after unleashing monsters upon an unsuspecting world.
2026 Rated PG, 1hr, 30min
This Week!
Patterson Patriotic Parade & Fireworks
Saturday • July 3 • 7:00 pm – Dusk
Patterson Community Building
Join us for our annual Patterson Patriotic Parade. The parade will start at 7pm, line up at 6:30pm anyone is welcome to join and walk ride or drive. After the parade come to the community building, we will have food and a raffle. Around dusk we will begin the firework show. Can’t wait to see you there!
Earlham Freedom Festival & Fireworks
Friday & Saturdy • July 3-4
Earlham City Park
Celebrate Independence Day with Freedom Fest 2026 in Earlham! Food trucks, a carnival, corn hole, horseshoes, a parade, kids’ games, a street dance, live music, fireworks, and more! See the full schedule of events on their Facebook page!
Thank you to our sponsors!
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This Weekend!
Madison County Farmers Market
Saturday • July 4 • 8am – 12pm
Madison County Courthouse Lawn
Located in the heart of Winterset, Iowa, the Madison County Farmer’s Market is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown produce, handmade goods, and a vibrant community experience. Every week, our market brings together farmers, artisans, and small businesses to offer high-quality products straight from the source.
Whether you’re shopping for seasonal fruits and vegetables, farm-fresh meats, baked treats, or handcrafted treasures, you’ll find something special at our market. Join us in celebrating the best of local agriculture, craftsmanship, and community spirit—we can’t wait to see you there!
F.A.R.M. (Food Access & Resources in Madison County) is Madison County’s community-focused food support program designed to make the farmers market accessible to all residents — especially those facing food insecurity or financial hardship. F.A.R.M. stands for Food Access & Resources in Madison County. F.A.R.M. serves as a tool to nourish bodies, build dignity, and strengthen the bonds of our community by making fresh, local food available to everyone. Learn more HERE.
Quilts of Valor Award Ceremony
Saturday • July 4 • 10:00am
South Side of the Madison County Courthouse
4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
Saturday • July 4 • 5:00 pm – Dusk
Madison County Winery
Celebrate with us!!
Music with MADISON COUNTY LINE! Smokin’ Train BBQ serving from 5:00-8:00 (while it lasts) and FIREWORKS at dusk!
Line Dance Lessons
Saturday • July 4 • 4:00-6:00 pm
Winterset Cidery
Come on out for line dance lessons at Winterset Cidery on Saturday, June 20 at 4pm. Join country dance instructor, Emily Johnson, and stay for the live music.
No experience needed to come on out and have a great time with great drinks and great music. Bring a friend, you won’t want to miss this boot scootin’ time.
Independence Day at the Cidery
Saturday • July 4 • 1:00-10:00 pm
Winterset Cidery
The 4th of July at Winterset Cidery sounds like the best time to us!!?
Join us on Saturday, July 4th from 1-10pm for a full day of fun at the cidery! We’ll have live music by the talented Amanda Pruitt Duo from 5-8pm, delicious charcuterie boxes available from Graze Craze, and plenty of cider and slushies flowing all day long.
Bring your whole crew – including the kids! We’ve got tons of space to run off energy, plus yard games, toys, sports equipment, bubbles, and sidewalk chalk to keep everyone entertained for hours.
Come spend your holiday with us — we can’t wait to celebrate together!
$5 cover per vehicle, no matter how many people are in the vehicle!
It’s a GREAT day to be a Citizen—
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Live Music & Ice Cream
Sunday • July 5 • 1:00-6:00 pm
Winterset Cidery
Another Sunday Funday at Winterset Cidery!
Join us Sunday, July 5th from 1-6pm for an afternoon of fun, sunshine, and relaxing by the orchard.
We’ll have live music by Brian Congdon from 2-5pm and delicious ice cream from Muddy
Puddles from 1-5pm.
Grab your favorite people, sip some cider, and soak up a perfect summer afternoon with us.
We can’t wait to see you out at the Cidery!
The Clark Tower 100th Anniversary Collection is here!
Celebrate one of Winterset’s most iconic landmarks with exclusive commemorative merchandise created just for the 100th Anniversary!
Available now:
- T-shirts
- Long Sleeve Shirts
- Mugs
- Tote Bags
- Stickers
- Postcards…and more!
Whether you’re a lifelong Winterset resident, a Clark Family descendant, a history lover or just looking for the perfect gift, there is something for everyone!
Every purchase helps support the Clark Tower Anniversary Celebration and future Winterset Parks and Recreation projects and programs! Browse the collection today! https://www.friendsofwintersetparks.org/clark-tower-celebration
To learn more about the 2-day Clark Tower 100th Anniversary Celebration on Aug. 7 & 8, visit: https://www.friendsofwintersetparks.org/clark-tower-celebration
Next Week
Butterfly Encounter Tent
Monday • July 6 • 1:00 pm
Winterset Public Library
Intro to Harmonica
Monday • July 6 • 6:00-7:00 pm
Winterset Public Library
Free Summer Meals for Kids
Tuesdays & Thursdays • Through August 6th • 12:00-1:00 pm
Cobblestone Hotel
LIVE WILD: Barn Owls with Jessie Lowry and Tanner Donovan
Tuesday • July 7 • 6:00-7:00 pm
Madison County Conservation Center
July 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us the Madison County Conservation Center on July 7th from 6-7PM to learn about our endangered Barn Owls in Madison County!
Free will donation equally shared by Madison County Foundation for Environmental Education and a conservation organization of the speaker’s choice.
Thank you to our sponsors!
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Pies & Pours on The Farm
Friday • July 10 • 6:00pm
Speckled Hen Farms
Pies and Pours on the farm with Kevin Fifo of Covered Bridges Winery, Friday July 10th 6pm. Enjoy 4 pies/ 4 wines = a
fabulous night on the farm! Enjoy seasonal pies expertly paired with wines from Covered Bridges Winery! Music by Willie Mac. Reservations required. For more info and to reserve your spot, head to our website at www.speckledhenfarmsiowa.com under the events tab!
LEGO Free Build Friday
Friday • July 10 • 10:00am – 2:00pm
Winterset Public Library
Chamber Members: We would love to include your upcoming events in the weekly snapshot, Chamber Chat and The Citizen.
Chamber Chat is great for business-to-business communication, while The Citizen is the perfect way to reach the wider community! To ensure you get included, please email your event information to: communications@madisoncounty.com
Yoga at the Bridge
Saturday • July 11 • 9:00am
Cutler Donahoe Bridge, Winterset City Park
Central Iowa Auto Club: Show & Shine
Saturday • July 11 • 4:00-7:00 pm
On the Winterset town square
Levitt AMP Earlham Music Series
Sunday • July 12 • 6:00 pm
Earlham City Park
Thank you to our sponsors!
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Coming Soon
Madison County Fair
July 15-19, 2026
Madison County Fairgrounds
Pottery Throwdown
Saturday • August 1 • 9:00 am
Winterset Middle School
Watch talented ceramic artists showcase their wheel throwing and hand building skills at an interactive, competitive community event. Held at the Winterset Middle School, 706 W School St in Winterset, the event features live pottery challenges, a POTTER OF THE DAY crowning, and an art market to purchase participating creators pieces.
Clark Tower 100th Anniversary Celebration
August 7th & 8th
Winterset City Park
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