Tonight
Winterset High School Art Show
May 8-11
Winterset Art Center
Iowa’s Lost History from the Titanic
Thursday • May 8 • 6:00pm
Winterset Public Library
What do an orphan train rider, a kidnapper, a missionary, a wealthy businessman, a wedding guest, a betrayed wife, a farmer and an immigrant recruiter have in common? All had ties to Iowa, and all were passengers aboard the ill-fated Titanic on the fateful night of April 15, 1912, when the famous ocean liner sank. There were a surprising number of first-, second- and third-class passengers with Iowa connections, although many of their haunting, poignant and sometimes shocking tales have nearly faded away. During this spellbinding voyage, delve into the human drama intertwined with the Titanic epic, find out who survived and explore the aftershocks that continue to fascinate us more than a century after the Titanic sank.
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Paper Moon
Thursday • May 8 • 7:00pm
Throwback Thursday at The Iowa Theater
Real-life father and daughter Ryan and Tatum O’Neal team up as slick con-artists Moses Pray and Addie Loggins in 1930s Kansas. When Moze is unexpectedly saddled with getting the 9-year-old Addie to relatives in Missouri after the death of her mother, his attempt to dupe her out of her money backfires, and he’s forced to take her on as a partner. Swindling their way through farm country, the pair is nearly done in by a burlesque dancer (Madeline Kahn) and an angry bootlegger. 1973, Rate PG, 1 hr 45 min
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This Weekend!
Madison County Farmer’s Market – Opening Day!
Saturday • May 10 • 8:00 – Noon
COURTHOUSE Square
The Madison County Farmer’s Market returns this weekend—and it’s back on the courthouse lawn! The market is under the new leadership of Clint and Kelli Eshelman of Cedar Shake Farms who have been working for months to grow the market’s selection of vendors and activities. Expect 40+ vendors including fresh produce, baked goods, arts and crafts, and food trucks. And this week you can enjoy live music by Liv McNair from 9:00-11:00.
Here’s the schedule for the rest of May:
Winterset Wine Walk
Saturday • May 10 • 1:00 – 6:00pm
Downtown Winterset
Join the Madison County Chamber of Commerce, downtown Winterset merchants, and local wineries for an evening of shopping, wine sampling, live music, and more!
Over the past few years, the annual Wine Walk has become a beloved tradition and a highlight of the social calendar. It’s the perfect chance for locals and visitors alike to enjoy a relaxed stroll around our beautiful square—right when breaking free from winter’s grip feels like the ultimate breath of fresh air.
Ticket prices are $25 (if paying cash or check) or $26.00 (credit card) and include a commemorative stemless wine glass and $5 coupon off the purchase of a bottle of wine, as well as samples of over 20 different varieties of locally made wines. (Purchase your tickets in advance to reserve your gift bag!) 50 tickets for each half hour of the event will be available in order to spread out attendance.
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City Wide Garage Sale
Saturday • May 10
Time to start the treasure hunt! See this week’s Shopper for a list of locations!
Thunderbolts
May 9 & 10 • 7:00pm & May 11 • 2:00pm
The Iowa Theater
In Thunderbolts, Marvel Studios assembles an unconventional team of antiheroes: Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster and John Walker. After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap set by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, these disillusioned castoffs must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts. Will this dysfunctional group tear themselves apart, or find redemption and unite as something much more before it’s too late? Rated PG-13, 2 hr 6 min
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Now Open
Madison County Historical Complex
Mondays – Saturdays • 11:00 – 4:00pm
Sundays • 1:00 – 5:00
Visit the Madison County Historical Museum and check out their new exhibits—Madison County: Alphabet Soup and Woodworking Craftsmanship Highlights from Our Collection. The hours are listed above and remember that the museums grounds are always open!
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Next Week
Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
Saturday • May 17 • 7:00 – 11:00am
American Legion Hall
The Winterset Kiwanis will be looking for hungry tummies next Saturday. All proceeds from this delicious fundraiser will support Madison County youth programs.
Coming Soon
Adult Pickleball League
Register by June 15
The weather is starting to HEAT up, just like the WPRD Pickleball Leagues. If you’re looking to join in on one of the hottest sports in the nation, consider forming a team to compete. No matter your experience, there will be a league for you. Registration is $30 per team. The deadline to register is Sunday, June 15th. Teams can register online here: https://tinyurl.com/WPRD-Adults
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Summer!
Breakthrough Basketball Camp
June 23-26 • 9:00am – Noon
Winterset Middle School
Winterset Parks & Recreation is excited to partner with nationally renowned Breakthrough Basketball to bring a new and exciting opportunity to the youth in our community. At these basketball camps, players will improve their scoring, ball handling, shooting, passing, athleticism, footwork, decision-making, and 1 on 1 moves to take the game to the next level. These basketball camps are for boys and girls in grades 3 to 8. Click the link to reserve your spot now! https://tinyurl.com/5dpyy6z9
Summer Dance Camps & Classes
Winterset Ballet & Dance Studio
From Twinkle Babies, to A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Stage Door Access with the cast of Hamilton, dancers will have a blast with new and exciting experiences and opportunities this summer at Winterset Ballet & Dance. Learn more and sign up at WintersetBallet.com.
Art Classes & Camps
Winterset Art Center
Let your kids get their hands on some art this summer!
Cosmic Creations June 24 – 26
Waves of Color July 1 – 3
Nature’s Palette July 22 – 24
Times by grade levels to ensure hands on fun and artistic learning.
Kindergarten & 1st: 8:30 – 9:30 AM
2nd & 3rd Grade: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
4th – 6th Grade: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Class sizes are limited, registration requested: https://winterset-art-center.square.site/s/shop
Madison County Conservation Summer Camps
Registration Open Now!
https://www.mycountyparks.com/Event/Default
Summer Swimming Lessons
Registration Open Now!
https://tinyurl.com/yjct93nc
Iowa Quilt Festival
Learn more and Register!
https://www.iowaquiltmuseum.org/classes-iowa-quilt-festival/
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