This week in Madison County…
Tonight
Silverado
Thursday • April 2 • 7:00pm
Throwback Thursday at The Iowa Theater
1/2 off popcorn on Throwback Thursday!
Four drifters arrive in a small frontier town and become unlikely heroes in a battle against a powerful and greedy ranching family and a corrupt sheriff who is affiliated to their interests. 1985, Rated PG, 2 hr, 13 min
This Week!
Senior Speaker Series – Bricker-Price Block
Friday, March 27, 10 AM
The Life of a Beekeeper: A Year in the Bee Yard
Magic: The Gathering
Quest Haven Books & Comics
Friday, April 3, 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!
Thank you to our sponsors!
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Movie at The Iowa Theater:
Super Mario Galaxy
- Friday, March 27 – 7:00PM
- Saturday, March 28 – 7:00PM
- Sunday, March 29 – 2:00PM
Mario ventures into space, exploring cosmic worlds and tackling galactic challenges far from the familiar Mushroom Kingdom.
2026 Rated PG, 1hr, 38min
Madison County Conservation
This Weekend!
Madison County Farmers Market: Vendor Meeting
Saturday, April 4, 9-11 am
Join us for a vendor meeting to discuss rules, cottage food laws, sales tax, scales, entertainment & kids activities.
Truro Fire & Rescue: Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday April 4th at 9am
Truro City Park
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Howell’s Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch
April 4th, 10am-5pm
Join us for 3 fun filled days of Easter activities for the whole family!
March 28th-29th & April 4th 2026 10am-5pm
Egg Palooza is our Easter celebration on the farm!
A fun, organized, chaos-free Easter egg hunt paired with activities the whole family will love.
What to Expect
This event is designed so kids can enjoy the hunt without the madness, and families can relax and have fun together.
Chaos-free egg hunt
Easter-themed activities
Farm fun & photo ops
Concessions available
Farm market open
Tickets are on sale now!
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Advance ticket purchase is recommended — capacity is limited.
(Egg hunt takes place in a designated area — eggs are empty and turned in for prizes.)
Special Needs Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4, 10-11:30 am
McFable Farm
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4, 11am
Winterset City Park
Easter Brunch
Sunday, April 5, 8am-1pm
Winterset Hy-Vee
Thank you to our sponsors!
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Next Week
Winterset Public Library: Reptile Encounters
Monday, April 6, 11am
Madison County Conservation
Madison County’s Most Wanted: Meet The Author
Tuesday, April 7, 6pm
Madison County Conservation
Live Wild 2026 Speaker Series
Tuesday, April 7, 6-7pm
Pammel Park
Madison County Genealogical Society:
“Census Records – Digging Deeper”
Tuesday, April 7, 6pm
Winterset Public Library
The Madison County Genealogical Society meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Winterset Public Library meeting room. The meeting starts with a free 45-minute program. All are welcome and membership is not required. A business/project planning meeting will follow for those who choose to stay. The April 7th program is “Census Records – Digging Deeper.” Donna Crow, MCGS member, will help us look for census information clues other than just names, birth dates, and birth places. Clues about marriage(s), deceased children, naturalization, home ownership, and military service are abundant in census records. Helpful handouts will be available.
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The Den
104 W Summit St, Winterset
Thursday Night Trivia
Thursday, April 9, 5-9pm
Winterset Cidery
ISU Extension Office
Thursday, April 9, 5:30pm
WINTERSET, Iowa — Interest in beekeeping continues to grow as more people look for ways to support pollinators, harvest their own honey, and explore a unique and rewarding hobby. To help beginners get started, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Madison County will host a Beekeeping 101 Workshop on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
This two-hour introductory workshop will be led by an experienced agricultural specialist and is designed for individuals who are curious about backyard beekeeping or considering starting their own hive. Participants will learn the fundamentals of beekeeping, including basic hive structure, necessary equipment, and what it takes to successfully maintain bees.
“Bees are one of the most incredible creatures on the planet,” said agricultural specialist Zachary Koopman. “The more you learn about this complex insect beyond their great-tasting honey, the more fascinated you become.”
Beekeeping can be an enjoyable hobby, a way to support local pollinators, or even the start of a small honey-producing venture. This workshop will provide participants with practical knowledge to help them decide if beekeeping is the right fit for them.
The workshop will take place Thursday, April 9, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Madison County Extension Office, 117 North John Wayne Drive in Winterset. A light meal will be provided.
The registration fee is $20 per person, and space is limited. Pre-registration is required.
Participants can register online at:
For more information, contact the Madison County Extension Office at 515-462-1001.
Madison County Conservation
Thursday, April 9, 5:30pm
WINTERSET, Iowa — Interest in beekeeping continues to grow as more people look for ways to support pollinators, harvest their own honey, and explore a unique and rewarding hobby. To help beginners get started, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Madison County will host a Beekeeping 101 Workshop on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
This two-hour introductory workshop will be led by an experienced agricultural specialist and is designed for individuals who are curious about backyard beekeeping or considering starting their own hive. Participants will learn the fundamentals of beekeeping, including basic hive structure, necessary equipment, and what it takes to successfully maintain bees.
“Bees are one of the most incredible creatures on the planet,” said agricultural specialist Zachary Koopman. “The more you learn about this complex insect beyond their great-tasting honey, the more fascinated you become.”
Beekeeping can be an enjoyable hobby, a way to support local pollinators, or even the start of a small honey-producing venture. This workshop will provide participants with practical knowledge to help them decide if beekeeping is the right fit for them.
The workshop will take place Thursday, April 9, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Madison County Extension Office, 117 North John Wayne Drive in Winterset. A light meal will be provided.
The registration fee is $20 per person, and space is limited. Pre-registration is required.
Participants can register online at:
For more information, contact the Madison County Extension Office at 515-462-1001.
Bacon Bash
Friday, April 10, 6:30pm
Bricker Price Block, Earlham
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Coming Soon
Winterset Bands: Mattress Fundraiser
Saturday, April 11, 10am-5pm
Winterset High School Gymnasium
Madison County Conservation
Happy Birds, Happy Humans: how we co-exist together
Tuesday, April 14, 6-7pm
Madison County Conservation Center
Founder/Director of Iowa Bird Rehabilitation, Jenni Boonjakuakul, PhD
Tuesday, April 14, 6-7 PM at the Madison County Conservation Center, Free
Happy Birds, Happy Humans: how we co-exist together
Human actions shape the lives of wild birds every day. Habitat loss, window strikes, outdoor cats, pollution, and climate change all take a heavy toll, often injuring or displacing birds that depend on us more than ever. But coexistence is possible. By protecting natural spaces, keeping cats indoors, making windows bird-safe, reducing litter, and being mindful of how we use our land and water, we can reduce harm and create safer places for birds to thrive. Small choices by people can make a life-saving difference for wildlife.
Join us each month for a special presentation about nature and wildlife! Go to www.madisoncountyparks.com to see the full schedule.
The Retail District: Runway on 2nd
Saturday, April 18, 10am
The Warehouse on 2nd
Madison County Conservation
Stepping Stones Child Care Center & Preschool: Now Enrolling
HIRTA Helps: Volunteer Fair
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.
Chamber Members: We would love to include your upcoming events in the weekly snapshot, Chamber Chat and The Citizen! To ensure you get included, please email your event information to: communications@madisoncounty.com
