March 28, 2024

Upcoming events

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

‘What’s On Your Nightstand?’ (Thursday)

Every Thursday at 5 p.m., join online via Zoom. This is a casual group to share a love of literature and perhaps find a new book to read. A list of books discussed will be printed off and posted at the library to help other patrons find their next read. For more information contact crestonlibrary310@gmail.com or call 641-782-2277.

2020 CCHS Homecoming Week (Sept 27 - Oct. 2)

This year’s theme is “CCHS Homecoming 2020: Once Upon a Homecoming.” The 2020 CCHS homecoming queen coronation will be 1:30 p.m. Oct. 2, on the CHS football field. A community pep rally will also be held and school will be dismissed three hours early. Masks are required to attend and the community parade has been canceled. Instead, visit Adams and Maple Streets for a “reverse parade” of decorations put together by the high school classes. Uptown businesses may also choose to decorate their storefronts according to this year’s theme, and decorated windows will be displayed during homecoming week along the usual parade route; visitors may walk or drive uptown to view these and vote for their favorite displays. The Panthers’ opponents at the homecoming game Oct. 2 will be the Harlan Cyclones.

Adult book club (Sept. 29)

Gibson Memorial Library kicks off the first of its new adult book clubs, which will be held virtually via Zoom. September’s book is “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens. Discussions will be held virtually due to COVID-19. Copies of the featured book may be reserved and picked up at the library. Visit Facebook event for further details. For more information contact crestonlibrary310@gmail.com or call 641-782-2277.

2020 Virtual Green 5K (Oct. 10)

The Iowa Donor Network is hosting its fundraising and awareness 5Ks, the Green 5K and Donor Dash in one virtual 5K event. The Green 5K and Donor Dash are not just races, but a way to honor the lives of organ and tissue donors, celebrate life and recognize those who wait for a life-saving transplant. Sign up at www.thegreen5k.com.

‘Building Better Birders’ (Oct. 16)

Ringgold County Conservation and Feeder Birds of Iowa are hosting four free “citizen science” workshops: “Building Better Birders.” The first of four workshops, the first installment will include an interactive bird hike and presentation of Feeder Birds of Iowa. Starting time is 9 a.m. Oct. 16. The program for the day will feature an interactive bird hike and lunch ($10 per person) catered by local café Jamie’s Coffee Mill. This program is free, for all ages, $10 lunch. Registration is required and space is limited. Call Ringgold CCB office at 641-464-2787 or email ringgoldccb@ringgoldcounty.us to register.

‘Halloween Camping Weekend’ (Oct. 2-3)

Green Valley State Park will be having a Halloween camping weekend Oct. 2 and 3. They will not feature public trick-or-treating, however they will be hosting a “best decorated campsite” contest and the public is invited to drive through and vote for their favorite site.

3 Mile 4-H ‘Trap Shoot Fundraiser’ (Oct. 3)

The 3 Mile Sharp Shooters 4-H Club will be holding a Trap Shoot Fundraiser starting at 8:30 a.m. Oct. 3, at the High Lakes Outdoor Alliance Shooting Range located at 2216 130th St. in Afton. This event is open to the public. The range opens at 8:30 a.m. with the program starting at 10 a.m. Lunch will be available on the grounds at extra cost and will be provided by High Lakes Outdoor Alliance. For tickets, registration and more information contact 4-H Leaders Tom King at 641-344-5193 or Marc Roberg at 641-344-5501.

‘Scoopin’ for Scouts’ Troop 129 Cruise Night (Oct. 10)

Creston’s Boy Scouts Troop No. 129 is hosting a “Cruise Night,” from 4 to 8 p.m., Oct. 10. The scouts will be collecting non-perishable food items, toiletries and donations for our local food pantries. The drop off route will be on Stone Street in McKinley Park (between the historical complex and BEAR.) Come show off your “daily driver” or “garage gold” with a great evening of cruising. There will also be a table set up at the BEAR to grab some Trails End popcorn. Kool 102 will be turning some vinyl as Creston lets the “good times roll.”

‘Virtual Walk for Autism Acceptance’ (Oct. 10)

Autism Society of Iowa’s 2020 ASI Southwest Iowa “Virtual Walk for Autism Acceptance” Oct. 10 will be through an online platform this year. To register visit https://bit.ly/33yMCK3. All registered participants will receive a T-shirt if registered by Sept. 25. For more information visit the Autism Society of Iowa Facebook page.

Creston trick-or-treating (Beggar’s Night) (Oct. 31)

Mayor Carroll has designated Creston’s Beggars’ Night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., following all COVID-19 and CDC social distancing guidelines; maintaining 6-foot distance, candy should be handed out (ie: individualized Ziplock or brown paper bags), masks/face coverings should be worn.