This Weekend
Prohibition in Iowa with Linda McCann
Friday • July 8 • 5:00pm
Winterset Public Library
Prohibition was the period in Iowa history when it was illegal to manufacture, transport or sell liquor in the U.S. This included Iowa. So, why then did Iowa farmers use their corn to produce alcohol? Linda McCann spoke with the children of moonshiners and bootleggers, and shares their memories in her book, Prohibition in Eastern Iowa. Join Linda at Winterset Public Library Friday and hear some of the fascinating stories.
Jurassic World: Dominion
July 8 & 9 • 7:00pm, July 10 • 2:00pm
The Iowa Theater
Four years after the destruction of Isla Nublar, dinosaurs now live and hunt alongside humans all over the world. This fragile balance will reshape the future and determine, once and for all, whether human beings are to remain the apex predators on a planet they now share with history’s most fearsome creatures. PG-13, 2hr 26 min
Classic Car Show & Shine
Saturday • July 9 • 4:00 – 7:00pm
Downtown Winterset
Strum & Sip
Sunday • July 10 • 2:00pm
The Drift with Madison County Music Co.
Kick back on Sunday afternoon, enjoy some refreshments and learn how to play the ukulele! There is room for 2 more players who need to borrow an instrument for the afternoon and more if they have their own uke. Instructor Megan Barrett will lead you through the afternoon, and by the time you leave you’ll be able to play at least three chords and a handful of songs!
Cost is $10. Register through The Drift: https://www.thedriftia.com/events/strum-sip
Next Week
Monday Movie: The Jungle Book
Monday • July 11 • 10:00am
Winterset Public Library
Youth Fishing Nights
Tuesdays • July 12, 26, August 9, 23 • 6:00 – 7:30pm
Cedar Lake Boat Launch with WPRD and MCCB
This summer Winterset Parks & Recreation and Madison County Conservation board are teaming up to host four Youth Fishing nights. Bring the kids out to Cedar Lake by the boat launch for some free fishing—the poles and bait will be provided! This is a great opportunity for kids to learn about fishing.
Way Back Wednesday: Batman
Wednesday • July 13 • 7:00pm
The Iowa Theater
Having witnessed his parents’ brutal murder as a child, millionaire philanthropist Bruce Wayne (Michael Keaton) fights crime in Gotham City disguised as Batman, a costumed hero who strikes fear into the hearts of villains. But when a deformed madman who calls himself “The Joker” (Jack Nicholson) seizes control of Gotham’s criminal underworld, Batman must face his most ruthless nemesis ever while protecting both his identity and his love interest, reporter Vicki Vale (Kim Basinger). 1989, PG-13, 2hr 6min
Coming Soon
Beer Choir
Thursday • July 28 • 7:00pm
Madison County Music Co & The Drift
Beer Choir is a social singing event open to all, no talent required! It’s so simple—you get a beer, get a seat, and song leaders Jon & Megan Barrett will guide you through hilarious drinking songs from the official songbook, the Beer Choir Hymnal! There is no cost to attend and the drink special of the night will be the “Perfect Fourth” Flight—a 5 oz serving each of four pre-selected brews.
Of course, non-beer drinkers are also welcome. (The Drift has a great selection of wines, cocktails, appetizers and soft drinks.) And if you just want to drink and listen, you’re welcome, too, but don’t be surprised when you end up joining in the singing!
Rotary Kid 5K Run/Walk
Saturday • July 30 • 8:45am 100yd, 9:00am 5K
Benefit for the Play for all Inclusive Playground
Here’s a great opportunity for kids to support the fundraising efforts for the All Inclusive Playground and other youth projects of the Winterset Rotary. There will be a 100 yard youth race at 8:45 am and a 5K Run/Walk for all ages at 9:00am. There will be awards for best super hero/princess costume, and other categories as well, so raid your closet and put together something fun!
Age divisions for run/walk are as follows: 14 & under; 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Medals will be awarded in each age group. Register at http://getmeregistered.com/RotaryKidRun
Thinking Ahead
Junior Fire & Police Academy
August 3 & 4 • 8:00am to Noon
Winterset Parks & Recreation with Winterset Police & Fire Departments
Registration for the Winterset Parks & Recreation Junior Fire & Police Academy has just opened! Registration is capped at 15 participants, so register today to secure a spot! https://tinyurl.com/3837tzny
Adult Bags League
Registration is now open for the Winterset Parks & Recreation Adult Bags and as of yesterday there was only one spot left so snag it up fast! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/43dmvu3x
Youth Volleyball League
Register by August 21st
WPRD Youth volleyball league registration is now open! Get registered today by clicking the links below.
3rd – 4th Division https://tinyurl.com/3tjsxkxb
5th – 6th Division https://tinyurl.com/4vjv5fh3
Fall Soccer Registration
Registration for the fall season of the Winterset Area Soccer Club (WASC) is now open! Registration will be open until the end of July.
The link to register is: https://wascsoccer.demosphere-secure.com/_registration
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Jared McDonald, WASC Registrar (wascregistrar@gmail.com).
If you are interested in volunteering as a Coach or Assistant Coach, please apply during the registration process.
Flag Football Registration
Registration for The Winterset Parks & Recreation Youth Flag Football League is also open. This 7 vs 7 league will begin practices the week of August 15th and offers divisions for 1st through 6th graders. Games begin September 12th and take place on Monday evenings.
You can also check out the community calendar page to see how events align with your own calendar!
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