
Good Things!

The Winterset Optimist Club recently presented their scholarships to these two deserving recipients. McKenna Sheffield was awarded the Ken Bassett scholarship and is attending Iowa State University. Gracie Cole was awarded the Optimist Scholarship and attends Hannibal LeGrange in Missouri. Darrell Vossekuil club president, and Dan Nielsen, scholarship committee chair, presented their scholarships on January 3rd. The club meets every Friday at 6:45AM in Montross Pharmacy. Guests are always welcome.
This Weekend
Practical Magic
Thursday • January 16 • 7:00pm
Throwback Thursday at The Iowa Theater
New Hitting, Pitching & Pickleball Facilities
at The Warehouse on 2nd
Online Booking open now
The Warehouse on 2nd (new event venue in town, also host to Graham’s Game Café, is now renting out hitting and pitching cages and a pickleball court. These new sporting facilities will be open Sunday afternoons and a few evenings throughout the week. Cost is $10 for a half hour rental and $15 for a full hour. See the schedule and book online at THIS LINK.
Iowa Quilts! Gallery Reception
Friday • January 17 • 6:00pm Reception, 7:00pm Gallery Walk
Iowa Quilt Museum

Support the Iowa Quilt Museum and check out their newest exhibit: Iowa Quilts!
Mufasa: The Lion King
January 17 & 18, 7:00pm • January 19, 2:00pm
The Iowa Theater
Exploring the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands, “Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny—their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadly foe.
Blending live-action filmmaking techniques with photoreal computer-generated imagery, the all-new feature film is directed by Barry Jenkins, produced by Adele Romanski & Mark Ceryak, and executive produced by Peter Tobyansen. Featuring songs by award-winning songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda, and original score by Dave Metzger. Rated PG, 1 hr 58 min
Emilia Perez
Sunday • January 19 • 5:30pm
Sunday Movie Club at The Iowa Theater
This month’s Sunday Movie Club screening is on Sunday, January 19. Doors open at 5:00. The movie starts at 5:30.
“Emilia Pérez” premiered in May 2024 at the Cannes Film Festival, where it won the Jury Prize and Best Actress award for its female ensemble. Later, it became the second most-nominated film in Golden Globe history with ten nominations, winning four, including Best Motion Picture—Musical or (the first time a non-English-language film won the category) and Best Foreign Language Film. At Cannes, the film received a standing ovation with reports it lasted either nine or eleven minutes.
In the story, an under-appreciated lawyer in Mexico receives an anonymous phone call with a mysterious but lucrative offer. Reflecting on her discontent, the lawyer agrees to meet the client, who turns out to be a cartel kingpin who expresses his desire to covertly undergo transition surgery. Following the procedure, Manitas’ children and wife are relocated to Switzerland for their safety.
Manitas stages a fake death and begins a new life as Emilia Pérez. The film is in Spanish, English, and French, with English subtitles.
“Emilia Pérez” is the January installment of the Sunday Movie Club series, a once-a-month screening on the third Sunday of each month that offers slightly off-the-beaten-path, often thought-provoking films. Club members pay $75 per year for 12 movies, but anyone can attend by buying a single ticket for $8. An optional, brief discussion similar to book-club discussions, follows the credits.
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Next Week
MLK Day Community Science Hike
Monday • January 20 • 5:00pm
Madison County Conservation Board

Join the Madison County Conservation Board to learn about the technology scientists use and help our community. Madison County Conservation & NASA need our help monitoring forest health. Attendees will discuss NASA’s satellite, ICESat-2, and measure trees at Middle River Park. Data from measurements will be shared with The Globe Program, NASA’s partner for this project, and Madison County Conservation to help with conservation efforts. All ages welcome but activity is geared toward children 8 and older.
Coming Soon
Speaking of Art: Community Music
Monday • January 27 • 6:00pm
Winterset Public Library

The Madison County Foundation for Community Arts is preparing for the second session in their ‘Speaking of Art’ lecture series. The topic this time is community music and the panelists will represent various facets of music-making that happens in our county. Everyone is welcome to attend and learn more about the community music scene in Madison County.
The Rainbow Fish
Saturday • February 1st • 10am, noon, 2pm
The Winterset Stage at The Iowa Theater

Gather up your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews or neighbor’s kids for a magical afternoon at the inaugural performance of the Pat Nelson Memorial Children’s Theater with the beloved children’s story, The Rainbow Fish!
The Winterset Stage will bring this vibrant, heartwarming tale of kindness, sharing, and friendship to life on stage with colorful costumes, dazzling sets, and captivating performances that will delight children and adults alike.
They will hold three performances at the Iowa Theater at 10:00am, 12:00pm and 2:00pm on Saturday, February 1st. Adult tickets are $10 and children attend FREE (Each paid adult ticket includes up to four free child tickets.)
Experience this enchanting story and create lasting memories!
From The Winterset Stage: Pat Nelson was an ardent supporter of theater in Madison County right up until her passing in 2023. She was instrumental in the organization of the Apple Tree Players in the 1970s, and a staunch supporter of The Winterset Stage. She and her husband Jim have made an lasting impact on our community through their charity work and support of the arts, and it is our honor to present this program in Pat’s memory.
Father/Daughter Dance
Friday • February 7 • 6:00pm
Jackson Building, Madison County Fairgrounds

Fathers & Daughters, grandfathers & granddaughters, uncles & nieces are all invited for an evening of music, dancing and fun. Parents: Register yourself first then list your daughter(s) name when prompted. https://tinyurl.com/z6czdazb
Singing Valentines
Friday • February 14
Winterset High School Choir

Make plans NOW for your Valentine and then you can just cruise for the next month without any ‘what to buy?’ panic! Arrange for a rose, some chocolates and a short serenade and support the WHS vocal music program. Sign up HERE.
Wild Game Feed
Saturday • February 15 • 5:00pm
Jackson Building, Madison County Fairgrounds
The Madison County Sportsmen’s Club is offering a unique opportunity to try various wild game delicacies with delicious sides. There will also be raffles and a silent auction. A donated canned food item will also get you a free raffle ticket!
Knights of Columbus Valentine Gala
Saturday • February 15 • 6:00 – 11:00pm
Knotty Pine Venue

Enjoy a special night at the annual St. Joseph Knights of Columbus Valentine Dinner, Dance & Raffle. There will be great food, cash bar, and plenty of fun. Gala tickets are available at Union State Bank Main Bank (Hwy 92) and Village Bootery or from any Knights of Columbus member.
This event is open to all adults, but seating is limited so buy your tickets early.
They are also selling raffle tickets and will give back 50% in a drawing the night of the gala. You do not need to be present to win. All proceeds from this event will benefit the St. Joseph Knights of Columbus Compassion Fund and Hold Our Youth Tight so you can enjoy a special evening and support your community, too!
Little League Registration Open!
Sign up before Feb. 1 to avoid late fee

We’re only three weeks into winter, but I’m obviously not the only one thinking about spring already! In fact, spring is only 69 days away. www.winterrsetll.com
And Soccer…
Register by Feb 28

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