By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Fish fry Fridays at Café on the Hill

Through Lent, Café on the Hill (2003 State St. in Guthrie Center) will have an all-you-can-eat fish fry every Friday from 5-8 p.m. Other options are available for those not interested in fish.

Pancakes and sausage in Yale March 7

Farmers State Bank is holding a pancake and sausage breakfast from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, March 21 at the Yale Community Club.

Adair fish fry March 13

Saint John’s Catholic Church in Adair will hold a fish fry from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, March 13. Cost is $15 per person, dine-in or drive-thru. Enter the alley behind the church hall (501 Adair St.) from the west. The meal will include freshly fried breaded fish and shrimp, cole slaw, potatoes, dessert and drink.

Celebrate Guthrie Center March 13

Everyone is welcome to attend Celebrate Guthrie Center on Friday, March 13 at the Guthrie Activity Center, 209 State St. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6 p.m. by Cabbage Rose. Hear updates on a variety of local organizations and events, including RAGBRAI, the hospital’s construction project, Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce, Guthrie Center Library, ACGC Schools, and more. Reservations are required and cost $20 per person. Reservations may be made at Guthrie County State Bank, Peoples Bank, and Panora Fiber in Guthrie Center.

Panora Knights of Columbus Fish Dinner March 13

The Panora Knights of Columbus Council No. 11242 will be having a fish dinner on Friday, March 13 from 5-7 p.m. at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 220 N. First St. in Panora. The menu includes hand-breaded fish, baked potato or tator tots, coleslaw, lemonade, tea or water, and dessert. Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for kids 8 and younger. 

Farm Toy Show in Adair March 14

The 36^th annual West Central Iowa Farm Toy Show will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ACGC Junior High gym, 3384 Indigo Ave., Adair. Organizers expect 70-plus tables. Admission is $3 per person. Kids younger than 12 are free with an adult. The event is sponsored by Adair Fire and Rescue. Lunch will be available from the ACGC senior class.

Cribbage in Adair March 14

The Blue Goose Tavern, 307 Audubon St. in Adair, welcomes everyone to come play cribbage on the afternoon of Saturday, March 14. Doors open for registration at 3 p.m. with the games to begin at 3:30 p.m. There is a $10 buy-in per player. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack to share.

Puzzles, Pies and Pints March 14

The Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce is again holding the popular “Puzzles, Pies and Pints” fundraiser event at the Guthrie Activity Center (209 State St.). On Saturday, March 14, teams of four will compete to see which team can most quickly put together a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle while also finishing a large pizza and 12 beverages. Cost is $120 per team, with registration available on the Chamber’s Facebook page. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and the competition begins at 6 p.m. Cash bar and side games will be available for purchase.

Spaghetti and Bingo in Casey March 14

The Casey Service Club invites everyone to its Saint Patrick’s Day event. On Saturday, March 14, a freewill spaghetti supper will begin at 5 p.m., followed by bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Boys/Girls Club of Adair annual fundraiser March 21

On Saturday, March 21, the Boys and Girls Club of Adair will host a “Lights, Camera, Auction” fundraiser event at the Adair Fire Hall (505 Fifth St.). There will be a sirloin tip dinner, live and silent auctions, we well as cash games and a cash bar. Tickets cost $50 each. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with the meal scheduled 5:30-6:30 p.m. More information is available at www.bgcadair.org

Legislative coffees March 21 and April 11

State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Carter Nordman welcome the public to their upcoming legislative coffee events to voice concerns and hear legislative updates. The next events are Saturday, March 21, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center) and Saturday, April 11, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center).

Plant swap and propagation workshop March 26

Guthrie County ISU Extension and Outreach will hold a plant swap and plant propagation event. The event will be at the Panorama High School greenhouse beginning at 6 p.m. Cost is $15 per person at the time of the event. Register beforehand at the extension office, 212 State St. in Guthrie Center or by calling 641-747-2276.

Legion Bingo March 28

American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 124 will hold Saturday bingo on March 28 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. A freewill donation dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7 p.m.

Pheasants/Quail Banquet March 28

The Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever annual banquet will be held Saturday, March 28 at the Yale Community Building. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, contact Cindy Kisting (515-339-5226) or Dan Brubaker (515-238-7875).

Stem Fest March 28

Guthrie County Extension and Outreach will hold Stem Fest 2026 on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at Panorama Elementary School (401 Panther Drive). The event is targeted to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Bagley pancake breakfast March 29

The Bagley Firefighters Association will hold a pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 29 at the fire hall. The freewill donation meal includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, coffee, milk and juice.

Handbags and Bingo April 10

The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation’s annual “Handbags and Bingo” event will be Friday, April 10 at the Fairgrounds Event Center. Social hour will begin at 4:45 p.m., with dinner at 5:45 p.m., followed by bingo and games. Tickets can be purchased from the hospital’s website.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Membership drive for Friends of Guthrie Center Library

Friends of Guthrie Center Library encourages everyone to consider joining the organization to help support library programs and activities. Annual dues are $25. New and renewing members who pay dues by March 31 will be entered in a drawing for a prize bag worth $100.

Fish fry Fridays at Café on the Hill

Through Lent, Café on the Hill (2003 State St. in Guthrie Center) will have an all-you-can-eat fish fry every Friday from 5-8 p.m. Other options are available for those not interested in fish.

Pancakes and sausage in Yale March 7

Farmers State Bank is holding a pancake and sausage breakfast from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, March 7 at the Yale Community Club.

Panora K of C Fish Dinner March 13

Saint Cecilia Catholic Church will host a Friday night fish fry on March 13, 5-7 p.m. at the church, 220 N First St. The meal includes hand-breaded fish, baked potato or tater tots, coleslaw, drink and dessert. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for kids 8 and younger. Dine-in or carryout available.

Adair fish fry March 13

Saint John’s Catholic Church in Adair will hold a fish fry from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27 and Friday, March 13. Cost is $15 per person, dine-in or drive-thru. Enter the alley behind the church hall (501 Adair St.) from the west. The meal will include freshly fried breaded fish and shrimp, cole slaw, potatoes, dessert and drink.

Celebrate Guthrie Center March 13

Everyone is welcome to attend Celebrate Guthrie Center on Friday, March 13 at the Guthrie Activity Center, 209 State St. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6 p.m. by Cabbage Rose. Hear updates on a variety of local organizations and events, including RAGBRAI, the hospital’s construction project, Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce, Guthrie Center Library, ACGC Schools, and more. Reservations are required and cost $20 per person. Reservations may be made at Guthrie County State Bank, Peoples Bank, and Panora Fiber in Guthrie Center.

Panora Knights of Columbus Fish Dinner

The Panora Knights of Columbus Council No. 11242 will be having a fish dinner on Friday, March 13 from 5-7 p.m. at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 220 N. First St. in Panora. The menu includes hand-breaded fish, baked potato or tator tots, coleslaw, lemonade, tea or water, and dessert. Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for kids 8 and younger. 

Farm Toy Show in Adair March 14

The 36^th annual West Central Iowa Farm Toy Show will be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the ACGC Junior High gym, 3384 Indigo Ave., Adair. Organizers expect 70-plus tables. Admission is $3 per person. Kids younger than 12 are free with an adult. The event is sponsored by Adair Fire and Rescue. Lunch will be available from the ACGC senior class.

Cribbage in Adair March 14

The Blue Goose Tavern, 307 Audubon St. in Adair, welcomes everyone to come play cribbage on the afternoon of Saturday, March 14. Doors open for registration at 3 p.m. with the games to begin at 3:30 p.m. There is a $10 buy-in per player. Participants are encouraged to bring a snack to share.

Puzzles, Pies and Pints March 14

The Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce is again holding the popular “Puzzles, Pies and Pints” fundraiser event at the Guthrie Activity Center (209 State St.). On Saturday, March 14, teams of four will compete to see which team can most quickly put together a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle while also finishing a large pizza and 12 beverages. Cost is $120 per team, with registration available on the Chamber’s Facebook page. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and the competition begins at 6 p.m. Cash bar and side games will be available for purchase.

Spaghetti and Bingo in Casey March 14

The Casey Service Club invites everyone to its Saint Patrick’s Day event. On Saturday, March 14, a freewill spaghetti supper will begin at 5 p.m., followed by bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Boys/Girls Club of Adair annual fundraiser March 21

On Saturday, March 21, the Boys and Girls Club of Adair will host a “Lights, Camera, Auction” fundraiser event at the Adair Fire Hall (505 Fifth St.). There will be a sirloin tip dinner, live and silent auctions, we well as cash games and a cash bar. Tickets cost $50 each. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with the meal scheduled 5:30-6:30 p.m. More information is available at www.bgcadair.org

Legislative coffees March 21 and April 11

State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Carter Nordman welcome the public to their upcoming legislative coffee events to voice concerns and hear legislative updates. The next events are Saturday, March 21, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center) and Saturday, April 11, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center).

Plant swap and propagation workshop March 26

Guthrie County ISU Extension and Outreach will hold a plant swap and plant propagation event. The event will be at the Panorama High School greenhouse beginning at 6 p.m. Cost is $15 per person at the time of the event. Register beforehand at the extension office, 212 State St. in Guthrie Center or by calling 641-747-2276.

Legion Bingo March 28

American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 124 will hold Saturday bingo on March 28 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. A freewill donation dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7 p.m.

Pheasants/Quail Banquet March 28

The Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever annual banquet will be held Saturday, March 28 at the Yale Community Building. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, contact Cindy Kisting (515-339-5226) or Dan Brubaker (515-238-7875).

Stem Fest March 28

Guthrie County Extension and Outreach will hold Stem Fest 2026 on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at Panorama Elementary School (401 Panther Drive). The event is targeted to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Bagley pancake breakfast March 29

The Bagley Firefighters Association will hold a pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 29 at the fire hall. The freewill donation meal includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, coffee, milk and juice.

Handbags and Bingo April 10

The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation’s annual “Handbags and Bingo” event will be Friday, April 10 at the Fairgrounds Event Center. Social hour will begin at 4:45 p.m., with dinner at 5:45 p.m., followed by bingo and games. Tickets can be purchased from the hospital’s website.

Special to the Times Vedette

The Panora Public Library is holding the following events in March:

• Wednesday, March 4 – Storytime for children 5 years and younger, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Friday, March 6 – Lego Club for children ages 6-11 years, 2-3 p.m. Build challenges or informal builds. Pre-registration required.
• Monday, March 9 – Kids BINGO for children ages 6-11 years, 4-4:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 10 – Wonders of Nature presented by ISU Extension Guthrie County, 4-5 p.m. for children ages 6-11 years. This program is for kindergarten through third grade youth. Pre-registration required.
• Thursday, March 12 – Card making class for adults, 2-3 p.m.
• Monday, March 16 – Kids craft, 3-4 p.m. for children ages 6-11 years. This month, the group will explore the art of origami.
• Thursday, March 19 – Find your family genealogy club, 3-5 p.m.
• Monday, March 23 – Library Board meeting, 6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 24– Evening Card Making Class, 5:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, March 25 – Storytime for children 5 years and younger, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Thursday, March 26 – Kids winter reading challenge pizza party and games, 4-5 p.m. for children ages 6-11 years. Celebrate the winter reading challenge achievements at the library with pizza and minute to win it games. For planning purposes, BINGO tracking forms must be turned into the library by Wednesday, March 25, to attend this event. 
• Friday, March 27 – Page Turners Book Club, 9:30 a.m.

Winter Reading Challenge

The Winter Reading Challenge is underway and concludes March 26. Open to all ages. Adults completing the challenge will win a $5 gift card and a chance to win a $50 gift card. Children earn a party at the library with pizza and games. Stop at the library and pick up your BINGO card.

Home Delivery Service

Are you, or someone you know, unable to get to the library due to illness, disability or special circumstances? Let the Panora Public Library deliver books, movies, audiobooks or magazines to your home. Home delivery service brings library materials to homebound residents and senior living facilities within Panora city limits. Participants can request specific items or a librarian can recommend titles based on the patron’s preferences. Call 641-755-2529 or email pnralib@netins.net to learn more. Convenient hours: Monday and Wednesday, noon to 7 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to noon.   

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Adair fish fry Feb. 27 and March 13

Saint John’s Catholic Church in Adair will hold a fish fry from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27 and Friday, March 13. Cost is $15 per person, dine-in or drive-thru. Enter the alley behind the church hall (501 Adair St.) from the west. The meal will include freshly fried breaded fish and shrimp, cole slaw, potatoes, dessert and drink.

Fish fry Fridays at Café on the Hill

Through Lent, Café on the Hill (2003 State St. in Guthrie Center) will have an all-you-can-eat fish fry every Friday from 5-8 p.m. Other options are available for those not interested in fish.

Adair-Casey Conservation Club supper Feb. 28

On Saturday, Feb. 28, beginning at 5:30 p.m., the Adair-Casey Conservation Club will hold its 81^st annual supper at the Adair Fire Hall. The public is welcome. Tickets cost only $5 for adults, with kids 12 and younger admitted for $2.50. The menu includes chili, oyster soup, ham sandwiches, relish, drink and dessert. There will be prize drawings and auction items, too. Tickets may be purchased from any club member. The club will also hold its annual meeting on that evening.

Legion Bingo Feb. 28 and March 28

American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 124 will hold Saturday bingo on Feb. 28 and March 28 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. A freewill donation dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7 p.m.

Panora Fiber annual shareholders meeting March 2

Panora Fiber will hold its annual shareholders meeting on Monday, March 2 at the Panora Community Center, 115 W. Main. St. Registration is at 5:30 p.m., and the meeting is at 6 p.m.  An election of three directors will be held. Five candidates are running including Peg Carr, Trudy Hastings, Ron Reynolds, Dave Ryan and Jim Wendl. Candidate profiles can be viewed at https://panorafiber.com/candidates.  

Pancakes and sausage in Yale March 7

Farmers State Bank is holding a pancake and sausage breakfast from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, March 21 at the Yale Community Club.

Celebrate Guthrie Center March 13

Everyone is welcome to attend Celebrate Guthrie Center on Friday, March 13 at the Guthrie Activity Center, 209 State St. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., with dinner at 6 p p.m. by Cabbage Rose. Hear updates on a variety of local organizations and events, including RAGBRAI, the hospital’s construction project, Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce, Guthrie Center Library, ACGC Schools, and more. Reservations are required and cost $20 per person. Reservations may be made at Guthrie County State Bank, Peoples Bank, and Panora Fiber in Guthrie Center.

Puzzles, Pies and Pints March 14

The Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce is again holding the popular “Puzzles, Pies and Pints” fundraiser event at the Guthrie Activity Center (209 State St.). On Saturday, March 14, teams of four will compete to see which team can most quickly put together a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle while also finishing a large pizza and 12 beverages. Cost is $120 per team, with registration available on the Chamber’s Facebook page. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. and the competition begins at 6 p.m. Cash bar and side games will be available for purchase.

Spaghetti and Bingo in Casey March 14

The Casey Service Club invites everyone to its Saint Patrick’s Day event. On Saturday, March 14, a freewill spaghetti supper will begin at 5 p.m., followed by bingo at 6:30 p.m.

Legislative coffees March 21 and April 11

State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Carter Nordman welcome the public to their upcoming legislative coffee events to voice concerns and hear legislative updates. The next events are Saturday, March 21, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center) and Saturday, April 11, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center).

Pheasants/Quail Banquet March 28

The Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever annual banquet will be held Saturday, March 28 at the Yale Community Building. Doors will open at 5 p.m., and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. For tickets, contact Cindy Kisting (515-339-5226) or Dan Brubaker (515-238-7875).

Stem Fest March 28

Guthrie County Extension and Outreach will hold Stem Fest 2026 on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at Panorama Elementary School (401 Panther Drive). The event is targeted to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Bagley pancake breakfast March 29

The Bagley Firefighters Association will hold a pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 29 at the fire hall. The freewill donation meal includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, coffee, milk and juice.

Membership drive for Friends of Guthrie Center Library

Friends of Guthrie Center Library is encouraging everyone to consider joining, to help support library programs and activities. Annual dues are $25. New and renewing members who pay dues by March 31 will be entered in a drawing for a prize bag worth $100.

Handbags and Bingo April 10

The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation’s annual “Handbags and Bingo” event will be held Friday, April 10 at the Fairgrounds Event Center. Social hour will begin at 4:45 p.m., with dinner at 5:45 p.m., followed by bingo and games. Tickets can be purchased from the hospital’s website.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

Guthrie County Hospital Bingo Feb. 26

The Guthrie County Hospital Auxiliary and Foundation will host bingo from 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 26 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center (209 State St.).

Ham Balls for Baseballs?

Thursday, Feb. 26, The New Homestead and the ACGC baseball team will co-host a dinner at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. For $13, enjoy ham balls, corn, cheesy potatoes, roll, dessert and drink from 4:45-6 p.m. Proceeds will help The New Homestead purchase furniture. A portion of the proceeds will also support the ACGC baseball team. Then, stay to play bingo from 6-8 p.m. Bingo proceeds will support the Guthrie County Hospital Auxiliary and Foundation.

Free Bingo at Lakeside Village Feb. 26

Adults and kids are invited to a free bingo event at Lakeside Village (2067 Highway 4, Panora) from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26. Food, prizes and fun for everyone.

Legion bingo Feb. 28 and March 28

American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 124 will hold Saturday bingo on Feb. 28 and March 28 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. A freewill donation dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7 p.m.

Legislative coffees

State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Carter Nordman welcome the public to their upcoming legislative coffee events to voice concerns and hear legislative updates. The next events are Saturday, March 21, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center) and Saturday, April 11, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center).

Puzzles, Pies and Pints March 14

The Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce is again holding the popular “Puzzles, Pies and Pints” fundraiser event at the Guthrie Activity Center (209 State St.). On Saturday, March 14, teams of four will compete to see which team can most quickly put together a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle while also finishing a large pizza and 12 beverages. Cost is $120 per team, with registration available on the Chamber’s Facebook page. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., and the competition begins at 6 p.m. Cash bar and side games will be available for purchase.

Plan ahead for Stem Fest

Guthrie County Extension and Outreach will hold Stem Fest 2026 on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at Panorama Elementary School (401 Panther Drive, Panora). The event is targeted to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Handbags and Bingo April 10

The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation’s annual “Handbags and Bingo” event will be held Friday, April 10 at the Guthrie County Fairgrounds Event Center. Social hour will begin at 4:45 p.m. with dinner at 5:45 p.m., followed by bingo and games. Tickets can be purchased from the hospital website.

By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette

‘Winter Sucs’ at Tribe Boutique Feb. 21

On Saturday, Feb. 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., shoppers who spend $25 or more at Tribe Boutique (130 West Main St., Panora) will receive a free succulent, while supplies last.

Guthrie County Hospital Bingo Feb. 26

The Guthrie County Hospital Auxiliary and Foundation will host bingo from 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 26 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center (209 State St.).

Ham Balls for Baseballs?

Thursday, Feb. 26, The New Homestead and the ACGC baseball team will co-host a dinner at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. For $13, enjoy ham balls, corn, cheesy potatoes, roll, dessert and drink from 4:45-6 p.m. Proceeds will help The New Homestead purchase furniture. A portion of the proceeds will also support the ACGC baseball team. Then, stay to play bingo from 6-8 p.m. Bingo proceeds will support the Guthrie County Hospital Auxiliary and Foundation.

Free Bingo at Lakeside Village Feb. 26

Adults and kids are invited to a free bingo event at Lakeside Village (2067 Highway 4, Panora) from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26. Food, prizes and fun for everyone.

Legion bingo Feb. 28 and March 28

American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 124 will hold Saturday bingo on Feb. 28 and March 28 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. A freewill donation dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7 p.m.

Legislative coffees

State Senator Jesse Green and State Representative Carter Nordman welcome the public to their upcoming legislative coffee events to voice concerns and hear legislative updates. The next events are Saturday, March 21, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center) and Saturday, April 11, 9-10 a.m. at Guthrie County Farm Bureau (203 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center).

Puzzles, Pies and Pints March 14

The Guthrie Center Chamber of Commerce is again holding the popular “Puzzles, Pies and Pints” fundraiser event at the Guthrie Activity Center (209 State St.). On Saturday, March 14, teams of four will compete to see which team can most quickly put together a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle while also finishing a large pizza and 12 beverages. Cost is $120 per team, with registration available on the Chamber’s Facebook page. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., and the competition begins at 6 p.m. Cash bar and side games will be available for purchase.

Plan ahead for Stem Fest

Guthrie County Extension and Outreach will hold Stem Fest 2026 on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to noon at Panorama Elementary School (401 Panther Drive, Panora). The event is targeted to kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.

Handbags and Bingo April 10

The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation’s annual “Handbags and Bingo” event will be held Friday, April 10 at the Guthrie County Fairgrounds Event Center. Social hour will begin at 4:45 p.m. with dinner at 5:45 p.m., followed by bingo and games. Tickets can be purchased from the hospital website.