This week in Madison County…
Tonight
Coffee, Cocktails & Connections!
Thursday • July 16 • 5:30-7:00 pm
Tiger Lily Cafe
130 W Main St, St. Charles, IA
Where Tradition Meets Fun!
Coffee • Cocktails • Connections!
Come kick off Old Settlers Days with us at a fun evening of community, conversation, and connection!
- Date: Thursday, July 16
- Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Tiger Lily Café
Whether you’re a local business owner, community member, friend, neighbor, or just looking for a fun way to spend your evening, we’d love to see you there!
What to expect:
- Your first drink is on Truth Family Chiropractic
- Complimentary Batch Balanced muffin samples
- Networking Social Bingo
- Amazing door prizes and giveaways
- Meet local businesses and make new connections
Stop by after work, grab a coffee, cocktail, or snack, and help us celebrate everything that makes our community special. Bring a friend, coworker, spouse, or your whole crew—everyone is welcome!
Singin’ in the Rain
Thursday • July 16 • 7:00 pm
Throwback Thursday at The Iowa Theater
1/2 off popcorn on Throwback Thursday!
When the transition is being made from silent films to `talkies’, everyone has trouble adapting. Don and Lina have been cast repeatedly as a romantic couple, but when their latest film is remade into a musical, only Don has the voice for the new singing part. After a lot of practise with a diction coach, Lina still sounds terrible, and Kathy, a bright young aspiring actress, is hired to record over her voice. 1952, Rated G, 1hr 43min
Madison County Fair
July 15-19, 2026
Madison County Fairgrounds
Where Tradition Meets Fun!
Join the Madison County Livestock and Fair Association as we bring community members together to celebrate agriculture through fun-filled events and activities. Find more information at www.madisoncountyfair.net
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This Week!
Movie at The Iowa Theater: Moana
- Friday, July 17 – 7:00PM
- Saturday, July 18 – 7:00PM
- Sunday, June 19 – 2:00PM
Leaving her island for the first time, young Moana embarks on an epic seafaring adventure to restore prosperity to her people.
2026 Rated PG, 1hr, 55min
Old Settlers Days: Red, White & You
July 17, 18 & 19, 2026
St. Charles, Iowa
Fridays at the Farm: Live Music & Eats
Friday • July 17 • 5:00-9:00 pm
Speckled Hen Farms
Farm store opens at 5pm, music by Willie Mac and The Lost Cousins from 6-9. food by our Featured Barnyard Cooks The Hawkins! Covered Bridges Wine will be available for purchase by the bottle in the farm store or you are welcome to BYOB. $5/cover charge
Movie in the Park: Little Giants
Friday • July 17 • 8:45-10:30 pm
Winterset City Park
Bring your snacks and enjoy the movie Little Giants, hosted by Winterset Parks and Recreation
Movie will be by th eNorth Shelter at Historic City Park and will start at Dusk.
This is a free event, there is no pre-registration.
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This Weekend!
Madison County Farmers Market
Saturday • July 18 • 8am-12 pm
Madison County Courthouse Lawn
Located in the heart of Winterset, Iowa, the Madison County Farmer’s Market is your go-to destination for fresh, locally grown produce, handmade goods, and a vibrant community experience. Every week, our market brings together farmers, artisans, and small businesses to offer high-quality products straight from the source.
Whether you’re shopping for seasonal fruits and vegetables, farm-fresh meats, baked treats, or handcrafted treasures, you’ll find something special at our market. Join us in celebrating the best of local agriculture, craftsmanship, and community spirit—we can’t wait to see you there!
Yoga at the Bridge
Saturday • July 18 • 9:00 am
Cutler Donahoe Bridge, Winterset City Park
New Flavor Release & Giveaway
Saturday • July 18
The Honey Lounge Drinkery
We’re excited to introduce our newest mead: **Bourbon Queen**, created in partnership with Iowa Distilling Company. Aged in one of their fresh bourbon barrels, it brings rich, smooth bourbon character to our mead.
Bourbon Queen will be available moving forward, but we’re celebrating the official tapping this Saturday July 18th with a special event and giveaway.
Come enjoy it straight or choose from multiple smoking flavors to create a smoked Old Fashioned experience.
**Saturday Giveaway:** For every glass of Bourbon Queen you enjoy that day, you’ll be entered to win one of nine gorgeous handmade whiskey smokers from ARA Designs. Each glass you order is another entry!
We will have a very limited release of only 12 bottles for sale this Saturday as well, so grab while you can!
Tag your friends and let us know if you’re coming and to support the collaboration, support small business, and support the pursuit of creativity. See you Saturday!
Music at the Winery: RetroSpect Band
Saturday • July 18 • 6:30-9:30 pm
Covered Bridges Winery
$5 Cover Charge per person
Music 6:30-9:30 PM
Music will be outdoors weather permitting. Bring your lawn chairs as seating is limited.
RetroSpect celebrates the vibrant history of Pop, Rock, and R&B music. Our repertoire spans from the iconic hits of the 70s to today’s chart-toppers, ensuring every performance resonates with people of all ages.
Line Dance Lessons
Saturday • July 18 • 4:00-6:00 pm
Winterset Cidery
Come on out for line dance lessons at Winterset Cidery on Saturday, June 20 at 4pm. Join country dance instructor, Emily Johnson, and stay for the live music.
No experience needed to come on out and have a great time with great drinks and great music. Bring a friend, you won’t want to miss this boot scootin’ time.
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Calle Málaga
Sunday • July 19 • 5:00pm
Sunday Movie Club at The Iowa Theater
The Iowa Theater’s Sunday Movie Club selection for July is the 2026 Spanish-language film “Calle Málaga.” Doors and the concession stand open at 5 PM. The movie starts at 5:30. Total run time is 1 hour, 57 minutes.
In “Calle Málaga,” Maria Angeles, a 79 year-old woman who lives alone in Morocco, enjoys her daily routine. However, her life is turned upside down when her daughter arrives from Madrid to sell her apartment. Determined to stay, Maria does everything she can to get her home and her belongings back and, unexpectedly, rediscovers love.
“Calle Malaga” has received several audience favorite awards, including at the Venice International Film Festival, and is Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.
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 for a year’s worth of 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 Rental Family,” starring Brendan Fraser as an American actor struggling to find purpose. After landing an unusual gig with a Japanese agency to play stand-in roles for strangers, he immerses himself in his clients’ worlds, forming genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality.
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.
LeVitt AMP Earlham Concert Series
Sunday • July 19 • 6:00 pm
Earlham City Park
Next Week
Speaking of Art: The Art of Antarctica
Monday • July 20 • 6:00 pm
Winterset Public Library
Join us for the next installment of the Speaking of Art Lecture Series, presented by the Madison County Foundation for Community Arts!
This round’s topic: Antarctica. World Travelers and artists Scott Burnham and Robin Paul will share stories and photos of their travels to the frozen continent.
Youth Fishing Nights
Tuesday • July 21 • 6:00-7:30 pm
Cedar Lake, Winterset
Join Winterset Parks and Rec and Madison County Conservation for free youth fishing nights! Poles and bait provided. This is a free event with no registration required!
Join in the fun at Cedar Lake!
Krazy Days Sidewalk Sales!
Friday & Saturday • July 24-25
Winterset Retail District
**Hours will vary by store**
Kids Activity Days
Friday • July 24 • 11:00 am
Whistle Stop Park
Grand Opening!
Saturday • July 25 • 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Bit of Stretch
106 E Main Street, St. Charles
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Money Tree Pool Party
Saturday • July 25 • 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Winterset Aquatic Center
Pool days are the best days! Join us for our annual Money Tree Club Pool Party on Saturday, July 25th from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at the Winterset Aquatic Center! Bring the family and dive into a morning filled with smiles, splashes, and summer fun. 08
Who’s ready to make some waves?!
Party in the Parking Lot
Saturday • July 25 • 10:00 am-1:00 pm
HyVee Winterset
Celebrate summer with family fun! 
Join us for a Party in the Parking Lot on Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for summer excitement the whole family will enjoy! Celebrate the season with festive vibes and kid-friendly activities. It’s the perfect way to make summer memories with Hy-Vee!
Brought to you by BODYARMOR Sports Drink.
Hy-Vee Kids Club is a free program for families to join that makes grocery shopping fun and memorable for kids. By joining the program, kids can receive a free surprise in each department every time you shop, a personalized Hy-Vee name tag, and a birthday coupon for bakery-fresh cupcakes. Plus, families can participate in free monthly scavenger hunts and events.
Stop by Customer Service to sign up today!
Blood Donation
Tuesday • July 28 • 1:00-6:00 pm
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Coming Soon
Pottery Throwdown
Saturday • August 1 • 9:00 am
Winterset Middle School
Watch talented ceramic artists showcase their wheel throwing and hand building skills at an interactive, competitive community event. Held at the Winterset Middle School, 706 W School St in Winterset, the event features live pottery challenges, a POTTER OF THE DAY crowning, and an art market to purchase participating creators pieces.
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Madison County Community Music Series:
Season Passes Available NOW!
September 13 & October 30, 2026
January/February TBD & April 3, 2027
Locations vary (see details below)
Madison County Foundation for Community Arts Launches New Music Series
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PURCHASE SEASON PASSES HERE
The Madison County Foundation for Community Arts has a fantastic line-up planned for its new Madison County Community Music Series. This inaugural season will bring a vibrant celebration of live music featuring world-class jazz, innovative vocal ensembles, a captivating silent film with live orchestral accompaniment, and the stirring sounds of a premier wind ensembl
“The arts play a vital role in building vibrant communities, and we’re proud to contribute to the cultural life of Madison County through this new series,” said board member Megan Barrett. “By offering affordable and accessible performances, we’re creating opportunities for residents and visitors alike to experience superb music right here in Madison County.”
2026-2027 Season Passes for the Madison County Community Music Series are on sale now for $75, and the passes include four phenomenal performances:
- Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. – Fred Gazzo Quintet at The lowa Theater
- Friday, Oct. 30, 2026 at 7 p.m. – Vox Infinitus at The Warehouse on 2nd
- Late January/Early February 2027 – The VIVO Chamber Players present Cops and Robbers at The Warehouse on 2nd
- Saturday, April 3, 2027 at 7 p.m. – Capital City Winds at The Warehouse on 2nd
This music series is a project of the Madison County Foundation for Community Arts, an organization whose purpose is to help create a thriving and diverse cultural landscape, and to support the creation and dissemination of artistic work in Winterset and Madison County.
Season passes provide the best value for music lovers and are available now. Single tickets for individual concerts will go on sale on Aug. 10 at 8 a.m. Visit bit.ly/ madcomusicseries for more details and for tickets.
The Madison County Foundation for Community Arts provides support to artists, cultural organizations, and creative industries. Visit madcoarts.org to learn more or to support the mission.
Jewelry Making Classes
Friday/Saturday • August 14-15
More Pieces Retreat Center
110 S 1st Ave, Winterset
Friday, August 14, 2026
11-1pm DIY Make & Takes Various kits for sale and assistance as needed
2:15-4:30pm Beaded Wrap Bracelet $48
5:30-7:30pm Tree of Life Suncatcher $38
Saturday, August 15, 2026
10-11am Fine Silver Ring $48
12-2pm Flower Garden Earrings $38
3-5:30pm Everlasting Beaded Plant $48
Location: More Pieces Retreat Center
110 S.1st Avenue
Winterset, Iowa 50273
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Clark Tower 100th Anniversary Celebration
August 7th & 8th
Winterset City Park
Celebrate one of Winterset’s most iconic landmarks with exclusive commemorative merchandise created just for the 100th Anniversary!
Available now:
- T-shirts
- Long Sleeve Shirts
- Mugs
- Tote Bags
- Stickers
- Postcards…and more!
Whether you’re a lifelong Winterset resident, a Clark Family descendant, a history lover or just looking for the perfect gift, there is something for everyone!
Every purchase helps support the Clark Tower Anniversary Celebration and future Winterset Parks and Recreation projects and programs! Browse the collection today! https://www.friendsofwintersetparks.org/clark-tower-celebration
To learn more about the 2-day Clark Tower 100th Anniversary Celebration on Aug. 7 & 8, visit: https://www.friendsofwintersetparks.org/clark-tower-celebration
Chamber Members: We would love to include your upcoming events in the weekly snapshot, Chamber Chat and The Citizen.
Chamber Chat is great for business-to-business communication, while The Citizen is the perfect way to reach the wider community! To ensure you get included, please email your event information to: communications@madisoncounty.com
