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.
Book Fair at Panorama Elementary Oct. 21 and 23
During the upcoming parent-teacher conferences, The Panorama Elementary Library will hold a Scholastic Book Fair from 3-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21 and Thursday, Oct. 23. All proceeds from the book fair will help purchase new books for the school and classroom libraries. If unable to attend in person, interested persons may shop online from Oct. 20 to Nov. 2 by visiting: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/panoramaelementaryschool
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 Activity Center, 209 State St.
Business After Hours at Twin Vines Oct. 23
The Panora and Guthrie Center Chambers of Commerce are co-hosting a “business after hours” event at Twin Vines (2821 Highway 44, Panora) on Thursday, 5-7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to enjoy local wine, conversation and networking with fellow community leaders.
Scholastic Book Fairs at Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center Oct. 23-30
The Scholastic Book Fairs will be held in the Adair-Casey and Guthrie Center Elementary School libraries from Oct. 23-30. Books will be available for students in preschool through eighth grade. Family Events will be held in conjunction with parent-teacher conferences on Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 4-7 p.m., and Thursday, Oct. 30 from noon to 4 p.m. The Teachers’ Wish Lists will be available for families that would like to purchase books for classrooms. Shop online here for Guthrie Center Elementary or here for Adair-Casey Elementary. This is a great way for grandparents or out-of-town relatives to purchase Christmas gifts or create online e-wallets to be spent at the fair. They accept cash, credit cards, e-wallets and checks.
Adair Boys and Girls Club meal delivery Oct. 24
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. 24 meal will be chicken and noodles. 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.
Live music at Raccoon Ridge Oct. 24 and 26
Raccoon Ridge Music Hall (3281 298th Lane, Stuart) invites everyone to enjoy live music by Who Nu? from 7-10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24. There will be a $10 cover charge. On Sunday, Oct. 26, Jesse and the Medicine Men will play 2-5 p.m. There will be a $10 cover charge. Costumes are welcome.
Free Movie at Tripple Berry Farm Oct. 25
On Saturday, Oct. 25, Tripple Berry Farm (25677 Amarilla Ave., Linden) will show the Disney movie “Haunted Mansion” at 7 p.m. Popcorn will be free, and hot food will be available for purchase. Costumes are encouraged, as are blankets and lawn chairs.
Library Boo Bash in Guthrie Center Oct. 30
The Mary J Barnett Library (400 Grand St., Guthrie Center) will hold a Halloween-themed event from 5-7:15 p.m.
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.
Adult costume contest in Greenfield Oct. 31
The Greenfield Lions Club will host an adult costume contest 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Oct. 31. First prize wins $50, $25 for second, and $10 for third. To enter, stop by the Lions booth during the trunk-or-treat event.
Live music at The Captain’s Pick Nov. 1
On Saturday, Nov. 1, 8-11 p.m., Four Shades of Grey will play classic rock and blues music at The Captain’s Pick (5071 Clover Ridge Road, Panora). There will be prizes for best costumes.
Holiday Showcase Nov. 6-8
The Guthrie Center and Panora Chambers of Commerce are hosting a Holiday Showcase to encourage residents and visitors to kick off their holiday shopping. Dates and hours are Thursday, Nov. 6 from 5-8 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participating businesses will have specials and drawings for prizes.
Little Charger “Ignite the Future” Fundraiser Nov. 8
On Saturday, Nov. 8, the Little Charger ELC will hold a fundraiser event at the Guthrie Activity Events Center (209 State St., Guthrie Center). Tickets cost $50 and can be purchased at Guthrie County State Bank or from any Little Charger board member (Bethany McCool, Becky Wahl, Samantha Rosenbeck or Erica Finster) or from the Little Charger Facebook page. The event will begin with happy hour 5-6 p.m. Live music by Burnin’ Sensations will play, and Café on the Hill will serve dinner at 7 p.m. There will be live and silent auctions of various gift baskets and items.
Casey Methodist Church harvest dinner Nov. 9
On Sunday, Nov. 9, the Casey United Methodist Church (100 E. Second St.) will hold a harvest dinner 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meal will include a Windsor chop (thick-cut, bone-in pork chop), mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad, roll and pie. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for kids 10 and younger, and free for preschoolers. Take-out orders will be from 9-10:30 a.m. For local deliveries, call 641-746-2210.
Christmas Lighting Set-up Nov. 13
At 4 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13, helpers are needed to hang lights at the Panora town square.
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@gctimesnews.com.