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.
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 and 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-through 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.
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. Businesses will have participating specials and drawings during the event. 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.
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.