By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Freewill dinner to-go Feb. 7
First Christian Church Women’s Fellowship will host a freewill donation meal on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 5-7 p.m. at 105 North Fourth St. in Guthrie Center. The meals are to-go only (no dine-in), and will include alfredo, breadsticks and salad. For large orders, call 641-332-2571.
Pancakes in Yale Feb. 8
The Yale Fire Department’s annual pancake breakfast will be 7 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Feb. 8 at the Yale Community Building. For a freewill donation, come enjoy pancakes, eggs, sausage, and biscuits and gravy.
‘Super’ food on Sunday
Those looking for an easy way to fill hungry stomachs during Sunday’s game can buy chicken wings from Café on the Hill in Guthrie Center. For $12, get your choice of 12 bone-in wings or 20 boneless wings. Flavor options are BBQ, buffalo, garlic, parmesan or plain.
Free seminar on fraud prevention Feb. 10
Iowa Trust Bank welcomes everyone to a free seminar 10-11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at the Panora Community Center (115 West Main). Attendees will learn ways to recognize scams and avoid becoming a victim. To RSVP, call 641-755-2141.
Tin Lizzie’s has February covered
Football fans are invited to Tin Lizzie’s this Sunday for all the food, drinks and fun. The following weekend, Tin Lizzie’s will have live music on Valentine’s weekend, featuring “Burnin’ Sensations” on Saturday, Feb. 14 from 8:30-11:30 p.m. and “Who Nu” from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 15.
Sip and Shop evening in Casey Feb. 12
Casey downtown businesses will partner for a “Sip and Shop” event on the evening of Thursday, Feb. 12. Shoppers can enjoy a glass of wine while checking out the sales and special offerings.
Dueling Pianos in Adair Feb. 13
On Friday, Feb. 13, the Adair Chamber of Commerce will host the event to raise funds for Chuckwagon Days. The event will run from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Community Center (308 Stuart St.) in Adair. Cost is $40 pre-sale and $50 at the door. For tickets, text Cindy (641-740-1065) or Tracy (641-740-0490). Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be available. BYOB, and a limited amount of free beer will be available.
Cabbage Rose Valentine’s dinner
Reservations are required (and filling rapidly) for the Valentine’s Day dinner at Cabbage Rose in Guthrie Center. Entrée options include prime strip, New York strip, center-cut sirloin, smoked pork chop, shrimp with alfredo sauce, or chicken breast with alfredo sauce. Reservations are required, no later than Feb. 11. Call 641-747-3110.
Valentine’s dinner at Café on the Hill Feb. 14
Café on the Hill is offering a special meal 5-8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14. Choose from prime rib, sirloin steak, parmesan-crusted chicken, jumbo shrimp, grilled shrimp, chicken strips, or grilled salmon. Reservations can be made by calling Sarah at 641-332-2310.
Valentine’s dinner at Pioneers
On Friday, Feb. 13 and Saturday, Feb.14, Pioneers Pub & Grub in Casey is offering special Valentine’s weekend dinners, including a complimentary rose and glass of champagne. Call 641-746-3313 for reservations.
Cribbage in Adair on Feb. 14
The Blue Goose Tavern in Adair (307 Audubon St.) will host a cribbage event beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 14. Registration begins at 3 p.m. with a $10 buy-in.
‘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.
An evening out Feb. 13
The Guthrie County Arts Council will host its 10th annual “An Evening Out” event on Friday, Feb. 13. Tickets are $40 each and can be purchased at Art on State in Guthrie Center. Only 100 tickets will be sold. The evening will begin with wine and chocolate tasting at Art on State, 5-6 p.m., followed by dinner at the Guthrie Center Activity Center (209 State St.) at 6:15 p.m. A raffle and entertainment by Dale Menning & the Stardusters will follow 7-9 p.m. Attendees are welcome to bring their own beverages or can purchase wine at Art on State.
Guthrie County Hospital Bingo Feb. 19 and 26
The Guthrie County Hospital Foundation and Auxiliary will host bingo on Feb. 19 and 26 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center (209 State St.). A freewill donation meal will be served 4:45-6 p.m. with bingo from 6-8 p.m.
Puzzles, Pies and Pints returns 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). 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 on 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 at www.guthriecountyhospital.org.