By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
This time of year, many festive events including pumpkin patches, church suppers, hayrides and more are scheduled. Below are some of the upcoming events in the area.
Pie Auction in Guthrie Center Sept. 27
The Republicans of Guthrie County are hosting their 26th annual pie auction on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Guthrie Center Activity Center, 209 State St. Doors will open at 4 p.m., and the social hour and silent auction will run from 4:30-5:30 p.m. with live music. At 5:30 p.m., a freewill donation supper will be served. After the meal, a live auction will be held.
Bowman Chapel Harvest Dinner Sept. 28
On Sunday, Sept. 28, the Bowman Chapel (2397 Bowman Ave., Guthrie Center) will host its harvest dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meal includes roast beef, homegrown sweet corn, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, salads, pies and desserts. A freewill donation will be accepted. Drive-thru and carryout options are available.
Bob Dylan Tribute in Greenfield Oct. 3
Chrome Horse, the Bob Dylan Tribute, will play at the Warren Cultural Center (154 Public Square, Greenfield) at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 3. Tickets are $25 each.
GCH Health Fair and 5K Oct. 4
Guthrie County Hospital (710 N. 12th St., Guthrie Center) will hold a 5K run/walk at 10:30 a.m., followed by a health fair and free lunch, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Oct. 4.
Adair Brisket Dinner Oct. 4
Adair Fire and Rescue will hold a brisket dinner on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 5-8 p.m. at the fire hall (505 Fifth St., Adair). Tickets are $13 each. A raffle will also be held.
St. Cecelia’s Chicken Dinner Oct. 5
St. Cecelia’s Church (220 N. First St. in Panora) is holding a chicken dinner on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Admission cost for adults is $15, kids $10, and kids younger than age 6 eat free.
Twin Vines Fall Festival Oct. 4
Twin Vines (2821 Iowa Highway 44, Panora) will host a fall festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4. Zipp’s Pizzaria food truck will be on hand, along with live music. Approximately 20 vendors are expected.
First Christian Church Harvest Dinner Oct. 5
Sunday, Oct. 5, First Christian Church (105 North Fourth St., Guthrie Center) will hold a harvest dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meal includes beef and noodles or chicken and noodles, corn or green beans, salads and desserts for a freewill offering ($10 per meal is recommended). There will also be a gluten-free meal option.
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