This week in Madison County…
Tonight
Terms of Endearment
Thursday • May 7 • 7:00pm
Throwback Thursday at The Iowa Theater
1/2 off popcorn on Throwback Thursday!
Aurora, a finicky woman, is in search of true love while her daughter faces marital issues. Together, they help each other deal with problems and find reasons to live a joyful life. 1983, Rated PG, 2hr, 12 min
Women Landowners
Thursday • May 7th • 9am-3pm
Madison County Historical Museum
Early Mother’s Day Paint & Sip
Thursday • May 7 • 6pm
Winterset Cidery
Join us for a Mother’s Day paint-and-sip event at Winterset Cidery! We’re painting “Cherry Blossoms” on canvas. Registration includes two hours of instruction, all supplies, and an 11×14-inch canvas to take home. Enjoy Winterset Cidery’s full food and drink menu, for purchase before/during/after the event.
Seating is limited; register early.
EVENT LOCATION:
Winterset Cidery
1638 US-169
Winterset, IA 50273
Plant Bingo
Thursday • May 7 • 6:00-7:30pm
Winterset Cidery
Join Evergreen and Lily Floral Studio with Winterset Cidery for a fun evening of Plant BINGO!
Your registration includes:
-1 free drink ticket
-A free succulent
-5 rounds of BINGO
All supplies are included, so just bring yourself and your friends! Snacks will be available for purchase.
*BONUS: Raffle tickets to benefit benefit Bras for the Cause Madison county:
Cancer sucks and we are going to contribute to the continued support for women in Madison County. Madison County Bras for the Cause is dedicated to helping those in Madison County, lowa who are uninsured or under insured get the tests needed for early detection of breast, ovarian and cervical cancer.
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America at 250 Celebration
Thursday • May 7th • 6-7pm
Madison County Conservation Center
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This Week!
Movie at The Iowa Theater: The Devil Wears Prada 2
- Friday, May 8 – 7:00PM
- Saturday, May 9 – 7:00PM
- Sunday, May 10 – 2:00PM
Miranda Priestly struggles against Emily Charlton, her former assistant turned rival executive, as they compete for advertising revenue amid declining print media, while Miranda nears retirement.
2026 Rated PG-13, 1hr, 53min
Live Wild: Taxidermy with Remington Hutton
Friday • May 5th • 6 PM
Madison County Conservation Center
Senior Speaker Series
Friday • May 8 • 10 AM
Bricker-Price Block, Earlham
Open Bar & Patio Night
Friday • May 8 • 5 PM
The Vineyard at St. Charles
15166 20th Ave, Saint Charles
Come join our season kick-off at The Vineyard! Bring your friends and enjoy a night out! Enjoy fun seasonal drinks and good company!
Open Arcade + Magic The Gathering
Saturday • May 8nd • 6-9 PM
The Warehouse on 2nd
The arcade is back in May! After a month filled with theater productions and a fabulous live fashion show, The Warehouse is shifting gears back into game mode.
In May, you can look forward to:
- The return of the arcade
- A night of Dungeons & Dragons
- A new home for Magic The Gathering on select Friday nights, as we proudly pick up the torch from our friends at Quest Haven Books & Comics.
Whether you’re here to tap into your competitive side, roll for initiative, or shuffle up for Friday night Magic, there’s something for everyone at The Warehouse this month.
Game on, May.
Chalk The Town Green: Mental Health Awareness Month
The Month of May
Madison County Health Care System
May is Mental Health Awareness month and we invite you to join us, along with lowa Healthiest State, in a month long campaign to start the conversations about the importance of mental health.
As the school year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to have conversations with your family about the value of being both physically and mentally healthy, and start creating a plan for your mental health through the summer.
Here’s what we need you to do:
- As many times as possible through the month of May, chalk your sidewalks and driveways green.
- While chalking, start those conversations with your family. For example, “Tell me about one thing that happened today that made you happy.”
- Create a plan – “How can we do that same thing this summer?” or “What are you most looking forward to this summer?”
- Don’t forget about physical health – “How many hours of screen time do you think your goal should be?” or “Tell me about your favorite activity in PE.”
As you create your chalk art, don’t forget to tag us!
Land for Sale
Remax Precision
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This Weekend!
Madison County Farmers Market Begins!
Saturday • May 9 • 8am – 12pm
Madison County Courthouse Lawn
Central Iowa Car Club: Show & Shine
Saturday • May 9 • 4-7pm
Winterset Town Square
Be sure to mark your calendars for the Central Iowa Car Club’s 2026 Show & Shine dates!
The Winterset square will be partially closed for each event.
Mother’s Day Dipping Day
Saturday • May 9 • 10am-4pm
Winterset HyVee
Make Mother’s Day extra sweet this year at our Mother’s Day Dipping Day! *
Whether
you’re looking for the perfect gift or a delicious treat to enjoy while you shop, we’ve got you covered.
Join us on Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to see the magic happen in person. We will be dipping fresh, juicy strawberries in decadent chocolate right here in-store! These treats are
“Dipped with Love” and make for a thoughtful (and incredibly tasty) surprise for Mom. Grab a dozen to go, or treat yourself to a few—we won’t tell!
Stop by and celebrate the moms in your life with a little something sweet. We can’t wait to see you there!
Sip, Stroll, Support Bras for the Cause
Saturday • May 9th • 1-6 PM
The Photician studio at 107 N 2nd Ave
Reservation Openings!
The Warehouse on 2nd
Got something to celebrate in May? 🎉
Birthdays, graduations, team parties, end-of-school celebrations—whatever the occasion, The Warehouse is a pretty fun place to gather. 😉
Our private rental calendar is filling up fast, but we still have evening openings on May 9 & 16 available to book.
Don’t need the whole place to yourselves? No problem. Bring your crew on one of our public open nights, and we’ll reserve tables for your group so you can celebrate without booking a full private event.
Big party or small gathering—we’d love to help you make it fun. Reach out to reserve your date! 🎈🕹️🎉
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Live Music with Kracklin
Saturday • May 9th • 5-8 PM
Winterset Cidery
A lovely Saturday spent at Winterset Cidery… it truly doesn’t get much better than that!
Join us from 1-10pm with plenty of crisp cider flowing all day long. Enjoy live music by Kracklin from 5-8pm.
$5 cover per vehicle (no matter how many people you bring), so gather your group, pack the lawn chairs, and come spend your Saturday with us!
Mother’s Day Brunch
Sunday • May 10 • 8 AM-1 PM
Winterset HyVee
Celebrate Mom in the most delicious way possible! Skip the cooking and the dishes this year-join us for a Mother’s Day Brunch that the whole family will love. We’re serving up all the breakfast classics shown in the flyer, from fluffy scrambled eggs and savory sausage to fresh fruit and sweet treats. It’s the perfect way to show Mom just how much she’s appreciated!
- Adults: $12.99
- Kids (6-12): $5.99
- Little Ones (5 & Under): FREE!
Gather the family, bring your appetite, and let’s make some memories over a great meal. We can’t wait to see you there!
Mother’s Day Brunch
Sunday • May 10 • 11am-2pm
Covered Bridges Winery
Mother’s Day: Unplugged with Luke Fox
Sunday • May 10th • 12 PM
Madison County Winery
Give Mom the ultimate “unplugged” experience with acoustic sounds from Luke Fox. To make it even sweeter, free chocolates for Mom’s! Grab a seat, enjoy the tunes, and let us help you spoil her for the day.
Live Music with Neva Alden
Sunday • May 10th • 1-6 PM
Winterset Cidery
Your mom wants cider, flowers, and live music at Winterset Cidery!
Plan a fun day with the moms in your life—l’m pretty sure they’ll be happy if it includes relaxing in the beautiful sunshine, next to the orchard, with a glass of crisp, refreshing cider in hand.
Neva Alden will be playing live music from 2-5pm, setting the perfect vibe for a laid-back afternoon together. Hammer and a Fork will be serving delicious eats from 2-5pm.
Stay tuned for more details on flowers and photo sessions…you won’t want to miss this one!
Planning your Senior Portraits
The Photician: Portraits & Fine Art
Senior year is closer than you think. Start planning today!
The Photician: Portraits & Fine Art | 515.512.2939 | www.photician.com/seniors
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Next Week
Madison County from Ties to Towns
Tuesday • May 12th • 6pm
Winterset Public Library
Ghost Towns of Madison County, Iowa
Tuesday • May 12th • 9am
Madison County Historical Complex
History on the Hill: Hill O’ Beans
Tuesday • May 12th • 9am
Madison County Historical Complex
Stitch In At The Museum
Thursday • May 14th • 10am-4pm
Iowa Quilt Museum
Happy Birds, Happy Humans: How we co-exist together
Friday • May 15th • 6pm
Madison County Conservation Center
Deadline: Summer Theater Camps Registration
Friday • May 15
Winterset Ballet & Dance Performances
Saturday, May 16th – Monday, May 18th
Henry C Miller Auditorium
Twinkle Babies Show-Saturday, May 16 at 4:00 pm
Come see our littlest dancers taking the stage for the first time as well as our oldest dancers taking the stage for the last time! We will end this memorable performance with our annual Daddy Daughter Dance.
This touching show is sure to bring tears to your eyes!
Maleficent Ballet- Saturday, May 16 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, May 17 at 2:00 pm
The whole family is invited to come and enjoy this year’s spring ballet, Maleficent! This story follows the untold tale of Maleficent. From her start as a young fairy in the magical land of The Moors to her quest for revenge after being betrayed by a trusted human, the audience will see that maybe she isn’t the villain after all!
Rewind- Sunday, May 17 at 6:00 pm
Come and enjoy Winterset Ballet and Dance Studio’s themed performance, Rewind. Go back in time with us as we revisit previous dances that have been done for the past 13 years. Some have been reimagined and set to a different genre or a different age group as in years past. Dancers in jazz, tap, hip-hop, and modern will take to the stage for a show that is sure to get you on your feet!
Senior Showcase Show- Monday, May 18 at 6:00 pm
The final night of Winterset Ballet and Dance Studio’s spring production will showcase our seniors with their solos and a slide show.
We will also perform encore dances from our themed performance, Rewind. This is sure to be a memorable evening and a show you don’t want to miss!
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
Coming Soon
It Was Just an Accident
Sunday • May 17 • 5:30 PM
Sunday Movie Club at The Iowa Theater
The Iowa Theater’s Sunday Movie Club selection for May is the 2025 film “It Was Just an Accident.” Doors and the concession stand open at 5 PM. The movie starts at 5:30. Total run time is 1 hour, 43 minutes.
The French-produced, Persian-language takes place in Iran where a man bumps into the man he believes to be his former torturer. However, faced with this person who fiercely denies having been his tormentor, doubt sets in.
Nominated for Best International Feature Film and Best Original Screenplay during this year’s Academy Awards, “It Was Just an Accident” has received almost universal praise from critics. The film’s success has been referred to as “a gesture of resistance” against an oppressive regime, and 93% of movie-goers on Rotten Tomatoes report that they liked the film.
Sunday Movie Club is the Iowa Theater’s once-a-month series of slightly off-the-beaten path, thought-provoking films. The screenings include a short, fun, moderated (and optional) discussion after the credits roll.
Join Sunday Movie Club any time to see exciting films at an exceptional value: only $75 per year for twelve critically-acclaimed movies. Nonmembers are always welcome for Movie Club screenings and discussion; individual tickets are $10. To join or learn more visit www.the-iowa.com/club or talk with a staff member during showtimes.
Next month we’ll show “The Mastermind,” about Mooney, who along with two cohorts wanders into a museum in broad daylight and steals four paintings. When holding onto the art proves more difficult than stealing them, Mooney is relegated to a life on the run.
Concession-stand offerings at The Iowa include beer, wine, hard cider, Coke products, coffee, movie candies, and delicious Iowa-grown popcorn served with real butter.
Opening Day at Speckled Hen Farms
Saturday • May 23rd • 11 AM-3 PM
Speckled Hen Farms
Join us for opening day @ SHF! Join us for tasty samples of our “famous” homemade bread, farm favorite dip mixes, fresh finds, seasonal goodies & all the cozy farm charm you’ve been missing! Get a FREE SHF tote with a $50 purchase (* while they last!) *guaranteed to be “tote-ally” worth it.
Bring your flock, fill a tote & start yhe season with us the best way we know how! with PEACE* LOVE AND CHICKENS!
John Wayne Birthday Celebration & 5K
Saturday • May 23rd • 9am
John Wayne Birthplace Museum
Celebrate the Duke’s birthday with the Winterset Rotary John Wayne 5K Walk/Run.
Register at http://getmeregistered.com/JohnWayneRun
Proceeds benefit CRISP, Ferst Readers, Youth Scholarships and many more amazing projects!
Friday Flicks at the Library
Friday • May 29th • 1:30pm
Winterset Public Library
2026 Summer Camps
Madison County Conservation Center
Camping Season
Pammel Park & Criss Cove Campgrounds
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Micro Retreat at Iris Aisle
Wednesday • June 10th • 5:30-8:00pm
Micro Retreat Includes: REIKI INFUSED, CEREMONIAL CACAO, BREATHWORK JOURNEY, SOUNDBATH, LIGHT-LANGUAGE, INTEGRATION CIRCLE AND WARM SOUP.
Why the combination? Cacao, Conscious Connected Breathwork and Sound Healing?
Cacao allows us to drop deeper into our heart spaces.
Often times we stuff BIG feelings in our bellies and bodies. This may feel like a ‘safe’ response in the moment since it masks an option to really deal with our emotions; Yet doing this can actually be detrimental to our emotional well-being and physical health.
One way to connect with and release the emotions that we have stored in our body is to focus on our breath. By relaxing our bodies fully and turning off the chatter in the mind by focusing on our breath in a quiet meditative state, we can tap into the genius of our body!
The breath guides deep deep wounds to surface and finally be release in a healthy, safe way.
Experience a deep connection to your Breath and your Body. Clear the stored programing that is holding you back in your life purpose and creation.
Madison County Women’s Giving Circle: Quarterly Meeting
Tuesday • June 23rd • 6pm-7pm
Madison County Conservation Center
The Madison County Women’s Giving Circle 2nd quarter meeting will be held Tuesday, June 23rd from 6pm to 7pm at the new County Conservation building in Pammel Park. We are welcome to arrive at 5:00pm to view (and explore) the new Conservation Building before the meeting. It is a very interesting and beautiful building.
Because the Harmon Tunnel and Main Road through Pammel Park will be closed until further notice due to road work in progress, the best way to access the conservation center is to take Hwy 169 South from the 4-way stop West of Winterset, then turn West on Carver Road, then turn North on Pammel Park Trail to reach the South park entrance.
Anyone interested joining or learning more about the organization is welcome to attend.
Local charitable 501(C)(3) tax-exempt organizations who wish to present information about their projects for supporting women and children in Madison County should arrive by 5:30 p.m. to register. When registering to present, we ask that applicants provide a brief description of their project; their tax-exempt status; and email address and telephone number where they may be reached.
Three organizations will be selected by a drawing to present at the meeting. Each will be given 4 minutes to present and 4 minutes to answer questions. One of the three non-profits will be elected by vote to receive this quarter’s donations. If more than 3 non-profits wish to present, the rest will each have 2 minutes to tell us about their project.
Birding at Pammel State Park
Saturday • June 13th • 8am
Madison County Conservation Center
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
