By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Stuart farmers market starts May 20
The first farmers market of the season kicks off May 20 in Stuart. The event will be 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the city park.
Memorial Day ceremony in Guthrie Center
Guthrie Center American Legion Post 124 will hold a Memorial Day program outside the Guthrie County Courthouse on Monday, May 25 beginning at 10 a.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair.
Plan ahead for citywide garage sales
Panora citywide garage sales are set for June 12-13. Guthrie Center’s citywide garage sales will be June 19-20 with citywide cleanup to follow on June 24.
Foraging workshop May 20
Join Anne Riordan on a hike at Springbrook State Park at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, to collect wild edibles, followed by a hands-on session to prepare them. Fee is $20 per person. Register at the Facebook page of Guthrie County ISU Extension and Outreach.
Hunter Education Field Day May 28
On May 28, a Hunter Education Field Day class will be offered from 5-8 p.m. at Panorama High School. Those signing up for the Field Day must have first completed the entire online Hunter Education course and must bring a printed course completion certificate. Start here and choose Option 2: Online Course + Field Day:
https://www.iowadnr.gov/things-do/hunting-trapping/hunter-education-safety
If questions, call 515-454-0892 or email: Donise@raisedatfulldraw.com
Books and Bikes at Guthrie Center Library this summer
The Guthrie Center Library has partnered with the Masonic Lodge (Orange Lodge No. 123) to promote academic success and fun. Kids ranging from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to read their way to chances for a new bike. The reading program will run June 1 through July 31. To register, see the library’s website or call 641-747-8110. Each book read equals a chance to be drawn as the winner of a new bike. The winner will be announced in early August.
WSO Home Tour features lake locations
The Women’s Service Organization (WSO) 2026 fundraising home tour is Friday, June 5. Five Lake Panorama homes will be featured, with three on the west side of the lake and two on the east side. Tickets are $30 and include the tour and lunch at The Captain’s Pick at Lake Panorama National Resort, 5071 Clover Ridge Road. Tickets will be available beginning May 1 and can be reserved by calling or texting Toni Wright at 641-757-0886 or Sue Merryman at 641-751-5956. There will be a maximum of 260 tickets available, which organizers expect to sell out quickly.
Heroes and Hot Dogs June 20 in Guthrie Center
The Guthrie Center Fire Department will host an event called “Heroes and Hot Dogs” from 3-7 p.m. on Saturday, June 20 at Mitchell Park. There will be hot dogs and refreshments, bounce houses, demonstrations by members of the fire department, and the opportunity for youngsters to meet local firefighters. To help raise funds for the fire department, sponsorships for the event are still available. If interested, contact any member of the fire crew.
Mullenium Charity Golf Tourney June 22 in Panora
The Lake Panorama National Golf Course will be the setting for the Mullenium tournament, with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Cost is $150 for a single; $600 for a foursome. Dinner is included. Heckling by comedians, a ball launcher and a drone drop will be involved. Proceeds support My Happy Place (“Creating joyful spaces for the wellbeing of those with a serious health diagnosis”). For more information, email mulleniumgolf@gmail.com.
Midwest Partnership golf outing June 26
Save the date of Friday, June 26 for the 31st annual Midwest Partnership golf outing. The event will be held at the Lake Panorama National course. More details and registration information will be shared in the coming weeks.
Golf tourney for Guthrie Center Library June 27
The fourth annual Friends of the Guthrie Center Public Library golf tournament will be held on Saturday, June 27 at the Guthrie Center Golf Course (2604 State St.). Registration will begin at 8 a.m. and a shotgun start will kick off the tourney at 9 a.m. The tourney is a four-person scramble format. Cost is $60 per person, which include cart and lunch. To sign up, go to https://www.guthriecenter.lib.ia.us/golf-tournament-fundraiser. Anyone interested in becoming a $100 sponsor may call the library at 641-747-8110.
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