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Creston Farmers’ Market (Mondays)
The Creston Farmer’s Market is 4 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays at the southeast corner of McKinley Park.
Art in the Park (Aug. 5)
Adair County Conservation Board is hosting an outdoor painting class 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lake Orient. Learn about wildflowers as you paint this prarie scene on a piece of wood. Supplies will be provided.
To reserve a spot, visit the Adair County Conservation Board Greenfield Facebook page and register under their event.
Iowa Tax Free Holiday (Aug. 7-8)
The Iowa Tax Free Holiday kicks off this weekend citywide. The great bargains that can be found throughout Creston on both days, along with tax free items, can certainly make for some great shopping. No tax is collected all weekend on sales of clothing, footwear and other related items during this time on articles priced under $100.
Fridays after Five (Aug. 7)
The concert series held on the east lawn of the Elks Lodge will feature a different musical artist each Friday from 5:08 to 7:08 p.m. until Sept. 4. This week’s musical guest will be Tyler Folkerts. Event is sponsored by First National Bank, co-sponsor Bolinger Solutions. Proceeds will go to Creston:Arts.
Rumley Brothers Jamboree Street Dance (Aug. 8)
Enjoy a night of music and dancing 8 p.m. to midnight at Malloy Park, 130th Ave, Murray. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. Beer is available for purchase.
Green Valley State Park Lighted Kayaking (Aug. 8)
Light up your kayak or canoe and join us for a guided paddle! We will be leaving the park beach at 8:30 p.m. on August 8th. Be sure to bring your life jackets and be prepared for fun. Battery operated strings of light are a good option to light up your boat!
Dutch oven cooking class (Aug. 13)
Learn to make cobbler in a Dutch Oven and learn tips for cast iron cooking such as heating coals, seasoning the cast iron, and calculating temperatures 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Lake Orient Recreation Area. For more information contact the Adair County Conservation Board on Facebook.
Hike Around Green Valley (Aug. 14)
Join park staff to hike all the way around Green Valley Lake! We will start early to avoid the heat. Meet at 8:00 a.m. by the check-in building in the campground, hike will be done before lunch. This hike will be on both grass and paved trails. Expect to hike nine miles. Be sure to bring plenty of water
Party in the Park (Aug. 15)
Creston Parks and Rec is hosting its annual Party in the Park Aug 15. Performing will be Off the Cuff and headline will be The i-Berry’s Band. Updates will be made on Creston Parks and Rec Facebook page.
Coon Valley Bass Anglers Open (Aug. 30)
For registration information, rules, scoring and additional details, visit CVBA on Facebook.
Suicide Awareness Skate Event (Sept. 19)
Skate for Awareness is hosting an event to help raise money for suicide awareness and prevention. Event includes yard games, volley ball, vendors, food, silent auction and bake sale. The event will conclude with candlelight vigil.
2020 Steak Fry (Sept. 13)
Hear from Iowa’s Democratic candidates and guest speakers 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the 2020 Steak Fry. This year’s event will be held at Des Moines Water Works, 2201 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines. For more information or tickets, visit
2020 Virtual Green 5K (Oct. 10)
The Iowa Donor Network is hosting its fundraising and awareness 5Ks, the Green 5K and Donor Dash in one virtual 5K event. The Green 5K and Donor Dash are not just races, but a way to honor the lives of organ and tissue donors, celebrate life and recognize those who wait for a life-saving transplant. Sign up at www.thegreen5k.com.