By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
This time of year, fall and harvest events abound — and the holiday events are approaching, too. Below are some upcoming events in or near Guthrie County.
Guthrie Center Fall Festival Oct. 11
From noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, the Guthrie Center Fall Festival will be held. There will be inflatables, games and crafts for kids. The “Taste of the Town” meat smoking contest will conclude with a public meat feast for $10 (all-you-can-eat, while it lasts). Live music will include Paul Hawkins (noon to 2 p.m.), Tommy Bates (2-4 p.m.) and Kile Jackson (4-6 p.m.). Admission is free.
Cruise and Shop Oct. 10-12
The first annual Cruise and Shop Tour will be held Oct. 10-12 along White Pole Road. It will include approximately 40 possible stops along 26 miles of the scenic byway, with discounts offered at all participating stores, restaurants and bars. The route runs through Dexter, Stuart, Menlo, Casey and Adair. A $26 discount card can be purchased on the website to unlock special discounts all weekend long at participating businesses. Cards can be purchased at whitepoleroadcruiseandshop.eventbrite.com. More information is available on the Facebook page of White Pole Road.
Haunted Village Oct. 12
The Guthrie County Historic Village will host its annual Haunted Village event from 5-7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12 at 206 W. South Street in Panora. The free event includes candy, games, fortunes, tattoos, crafts, storytelling, the haunted museum, hayrides, and the movie “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!” with free popcorn. Costumes are encouraged.
Bagley Chicken Noodle Dinner Oct. 13
Bagley United Methodist Church (401 Main St., Bagley) will host a chicken noodle dinner on Monday, Oct. 13 from 5-7 p.m. The meal includes chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, green beans, cole slaw and bars. Freewill donation accepted. Carry-out or dine-in.
Community Baby Shower Oct. 14
First Christian Church (105 N. Fourth St., Guthrie Center) is hosting a “Come and Go Community Baby Shower” from 5-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 14. The event will honor all Guthrie County prenatal families and those with infants younger than 1 year old. Attendees are encouraged to bring new items to donate.
Legion Fish Fry in Stuart Oct. 15
The Stuart American Legion is holding a fish fry on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 5-7 p.m. at the Legion building (323 S.W. Second St., Stuart). The menu includes cod, Wally’s baked beans, roll and butter, pasta salads and desserts. Cost is $12 for adults (or $11 if donating a canned item to the food pantry). Deliveries available by calling 515-523-1666.
Community Meal at Faith Bible Church Oct. 15
Faith Bible Church (2096 Highway 4, Panora) invites everyone to a free community meal from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15. The meal on Oct. 15 will include baked ziti, tossed salad, garlic bread, pumpkin bars, and apple pie bars. Upcoming monthly meal dates are Nov. 19 and Dec. 17.
Linden Harvest Supper Oct. 16
On Thursday, Oct. 16, the Linden United Methodist Church will hold a country store and harvest supper. The country store opens at 4 p.m., selling crafts and baked goods. From 5-7 p.m., the supper will serve steak, potatoes and gravy, vegetable and dessert. $12 for adults, $6 for kids younger than 10, and $1 for kids younger than 5. Carryouts are available beginning at 4:30 p.m.
Adair Boys and Girls Club meal delivery Oct. 17
Anyone in the Adair/Casey area is invited to support the Adair Boys and Girls Club of Central Southwest Iowa by ordering Friday harvest lunchtime meals. The Oct. 17 meal will be chicken bacon ranch tater tot casserole. In Adair, deliveries are available at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., noon or 12:30 p.m. In Casey, meals can be picked up at 11:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. at the Casey Community Center. Cost is $12 per meal, and each meal includes a side, cookie or bar, and water. To order meals for pickup or delivery, please call 641-742-3119 by the Wednesday beforehand. The menu for Friday Oct. 24 is chicken and noodles.
Country Jam at Raccoon Ridge Oct. 19
Raccoon Ridge Music Hall (3281 298th Lane, Stuart) will hold a “Country Jam” from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19. Admission cost is a freewill donation. Those attending are welcome to bring beverages and snacks. Other upcoming events at Raccoon Ridge include “Who Nu” rock & roll dance, 7-10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25 ($10 admission), and music by “Jesse and the Medicine Men” on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2-5 p.m. ($10 admission).
Drive-thru harvest dinner in Guthrie Center Oct. 22
On Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4:45-6:30 p.m., Main Street Guthrie Center will hold a drive-thru meal that includes ham balls, green beans, mashed potatoes, roll, and pumpkin bar. Cost is $10 per meal. The event will be held at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St.
Haunted House in Guthrie Center Oct. 30 and Oct. 31
A haunted house, hosted by Main Street Guthrie Center, will be held on Thursday, Oct. 30 and Friday, Oct. 31 at 302 Prairie St. Admission cost is $10, and children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult. The haunted house will be open 7-10 p.m. on Oct. 30 and 7-11 p.m. on Oct. 31.
Redfield Winterfest Dec. 6
Celebrate winter in Redfield on Dec. 6 at West Central Valley Middle School. A craft fair, silent auction and cookie walk run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids shop for free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Santa visits at 1 p.m. Then head over to Legion Hall and City Park for the lighting. The chili competition drop-off is at 3:30 p.m. with the judging beginning at 4 p.m. The tree and holiday display and lighting of the park occurs at 5 p.m. The chili feed runs from 5-7 p.m. for a free will donation. At 6:30 p.m., the silent auction ends. And, at 7 p.m., the lighted parade begins.
Submit your event information to Rich Wicks at rich@gctimesnews.com.