By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
No-cost vaccines at Guthrie Center and Exira
The Public Health office in Exira and Guthrie Center offers no-cost vaccine clinics on Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in October. Attendees can be vaccinated against the flu, COVID-19, and/or MMR (measles, mumps, rubella). The Guthrie Center location is at 2002 State St. Those interested in receiving a vaccination need not wait for Thursday. Call Public Health at 641-747-3972 to make an appointment at your convenience.
Ham ball dinner Oct. 28 in Guthrie Center
Main Street Guthrie Center will hold a dine-in or drive-thru dinner from 4:45-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at the Guthrie Activity Center (209 State St.). The menu includes ham balls, green beans, mashed potatoes, roll and bar. Cost is $12 per meal.
“Who Goes There?” night hike at Springbrook Oct. 30
Experience the night sounds and fluorescent tracks left by resident wildlife at Springbrook State Park (2437 160thRoad, Guthrie Center). The event will be 7:30-9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30. Dress for the weather and meet at the campground.
Ham and eggs at Jamaica Nov. 1
The Jamaica Lions will host a ham and egg breakfast from 7-11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1 at the Jamaica community building. The event is a fundraiser for Tori’s Angels. For a freewill donation, attendees will enjoy made-to-order eggs, ham, toast and potatoes.
Win Chamber Bucks to Panora or Guthrie Center
Kick off your holiday shopping at the Holiday Showcase Nov. 5-7. The Panora and Guthrie Center Chambers of Commerce are partnering on this event. Three lucky shoppers from Panora and three from Guthrie Center will win Chamber Bucks. First prize is $150; second is $100 and third is $50. The events runs at participating businesses from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6 and 7. Shop and enter the drawing to see if you win.
Little Charger fundraiser Nov. 7
The annual fundraiser event for Little Charger Early Learning Center will be on Saturday, No. 7 at the Guthrie County fairgrounds event center. Tickets are $50, and can be purchased at Guthrie County State Bank or by Venmo (@LittleCharger; include names of attendees). Happy hour will be 5-6 p.m. with dinner at 6 followed by live music by “Burnin’ Sensations.” Live and silent auction of baskets will also be held.
Reshape’s 7th Annual Turkey Trot Nov. 26
Burn off some calories before your Thanksgiving feast by joining the scenic 3-mile Turkey Trot run/walk along the South Shore Trail at Lake Panorama beginning at 8 a.m. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. $35 Early Bird Registration is available with price increases starting Nov. 1. Pre-registered participants receive swag. Register at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/139987/reshape-fitness-studio-turkey-trot.
Open House and Holidays Baskets Dec. 4
The New Homestead (2306 State St., Guthrie Center) welcomes all to their open house and holiday basket fundraiser. The event will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 4.
Send your event information to rich@gctimesnews.com.