March 29, 2024

Events calendar

To add an event to the community event calendar, send a press release to news@crestonnews.com.

Creston Farmers’ Market (Mondays)

The Creston Farmer’s Market is 4 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays at the southeast corner of McKinley Park.

Art in the Park (Aug. 5)

Adair County Conservation Board is hosting an outdoor painting class 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lake Orient. Learn about wildflowers as you paint this prarie scene on a piece of wood. Supplies will be provided.

To reserve a spot, visit the Adair County Conservation Board Greenfield Facebook page and register under their event.

Iowa Tax Free Holiday (Aug. 7-8)

The Iowa Tax Free Holiday kicks off this weekend citywide. The great bargains that can be found throughout Creston on both days, along with tax free items, can certainly make for some great shopping. No tax is collected all weekend on sales of clothing, footwear and other related items during this time on articles priced under $100.

Fridays after Five (Aug. 7)

The concert series held on the east lawn of the Elks Lodge will feature a different musical artist each Friday from 5:08 to 7:08 p.m. until Sept. 4. This week’s musical guest will be Tyler Folkerts. Event is sponsored by First National Bank, co-sponsor Bolinger Solutions. Proceeds will go to Creston:Arts.