To add an event to the community event calendar, send a press release to news@crestonnews.com.
Creston Farmers’ Market (Monday)
The Creston Farmers Market is 4 to 6:30 p.m. every Monday at the southeast corner of McKinley Park until Sept. 21.
‘What’s On Your Nightstand?’
Every Thursday at 5 p.m., join online via Zoom. This is a casual group to share a love of literature and perhaps find a new book to read. A list of books discussed will be printed off and posted at the library to help other patrons find their next read. For more information contact email crestonlibrary310@gmail.com or call 641-782-2277.
‘Bike Bright’ at Montgomery Street Pub (Aug. 29)
“Bike Bright: Special Event for Special People,” a fundraising event with all proceeds going to Innovative Industries of Creston for new safety equipment, starts at 5 p.m. at 205 E. Montgomery St., Creston. $15 entry for the bike show, $5 entry for “Best Dressed ‘lil biker’ contest (ages 1 throug 12) with 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes to be won. There will also be a raffle and drawing for prizes, gift cards and gift baskets; music, face painting, games, food and refreshments.
Eagles Monday night dinner (Aug. 31)
Monday Night dinners are from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Menu for Aug. 31 is Loins.
‘Lions Candy Day’ (Aug. 26)
Mayor Gabe Carroll proclaimed Aug. 26 “Lions Candy Day.” Creston Lions Club will be doing their yearly fundraising candy sale Wednesday morning at the following locations, from 8 to 10 a.m.: Townline and Cherry, Adams and Jarvis, South Elm and Clark streets. Sale proceeds go to sponsoring glaucoma, diabetes and hearing testing, as well as providing necessary health equipment to those in need.
Fridays after Five (Aug. 28)
The concert series held on the east lawn of the Elks Lodge features a different musical artist each Friday from 5:08 to 7:08 p.m. until Sept. 4. This week’s musical guest will be Matt Woods. Event sponsored by First National Bank, co-sponsor Iowa State Savings Bank. Proceeds will go to Dollars for Scholars.
Coon Valley Bass Anglers Open (Aug. 30)
For registration information, rules, scoring and additional details, visit CVBA on Facebook.
‘Yoga Under the Stars’ (Sept. 1)
Southern Prairie Family Fitness Center hosts “Yoga under the stars,” 7:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 1201 W. Townline St. in Creston (meet at the south side of the building). This event is free and the instructor will be Mia. It doesn’t matter if you have been doing yoga for years or this is your first time, just enjoy the moment. Social distance guidelines will be followed. Bring your own mat or blanket, even a friend or two.
Community Coffee with Deron Stender (Sept. 3)
Creston Superintendent Deron Stender hosts "community coffees," which are meet-ups at various locations in Creston the first Thursday of the month. The Sept. 3 coffee will be 7:30 a.m. at Creston Hy-Vee. This is an informal opportunity to visit, ask questions, and share concerns. Visit the school website at www.crestonschools.org, or their Facebook page for further details.
Final ‘Friday after Five’ (Sept. 4)
The final night of the concert series held on the east lawn of the Elks Lodge from 5:08 to 7:08 p.m., features musical guest Treyor Wood. The event is sponsored by First National Bank, co-sponsors Moberg Realty and Precision Optical Group. Proceeds will go to C.A.R.E.
‘Shred Day’ (Sept. 5)
The event is free to the local community, from 10 a.m. to noon, Sept. 5. at 801 W. Taylor in Creston. The public is encouraged to gather up all their old, out-dated or unwanted sensitive documents, ie: old tax returns, old bills, bank statements, cancelled checks, etc; and bring them to be shredded — free of charge. The event is a service of First National Bank and Shred-It and Paper Tiger Shredding. All documents will be shredded on the spot. For more information contact Kyle Wilson, First National Bank at 641-782-3417.
‘Light Up Liberty Lake’ (Sept. 5)
Join Ringgold County Conservation for Labor Day Weekend decoration competition at Liberty Lake. Decorate your kayak, canoe or paddle boat in fun lights and themes to “Light Up Liberty Lake” for a fun evening paddle with friends, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Sept. 5. Participants should meet at the Liberty Lake boat ramp just north of Mount Ayr. There will be prizes for the winners of three categories: a. most lights, b. most unique, c. best design or theme. This is a family event appropriate for all ages and free to the public. For more information call the conservation office at 641-464-2787 or email ringgoldccb@ringgoldcounty.us.
Kiwanis/Rotary/Lions Pork Chop Dinner (Sept. 17)
Dinner is drive-thru only, from 4:30 to 7 p.m., to place order call Dave Abildtrup, 641-782-2736, Randy Huewe, 515-491-7816, or Al Pokorny, 641-782-4291.
‘Family movie night’ (Sept. 18)
Event starts at 7:30 p.m., movie starts at 8:15 p.m. and is being held outside in the yard at Southern Prairie Family Fitness Center, 1201 W. Townline St., Creston. Social distancing guidelines will be followed, noting that grass section seating is limited. Call ahead to reserve a family section, starting Sept. 1, at 641-782-9622. Free movie, popcorn and water as well.
Suicide Awareness Skate Event (Sept. 19)
Skate for Awareness is hosting an event 2 to 8 p.m. Sept. 19 at the skate park in McKinley Park, 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 https://tinyurl.com/demsteakfry.
Tingley’s ‘crank-off’ ice cream contest (Sept. 20)
Contest starts at 4 p.m., Sept. 20 at Tingley Memorial Park. All ice cream entries must be made in a crank or electric ice cream freezer. Entries will be judged on originality, flavor, texture and appearance. Contestants to dip their own ice cream for judges at 4 p.m. No commercial mixes may be used. Bring the already-made ice cream and a dipper along to the park. Bowls and spoons will be provided. The two classes are: A. Vanilla, B. Anything Goes. After all the winners are announced, free ice cream will be served to the public. In case of rain, event will be held in the McFarland garage at the east edge of Main Street. Entry forms are due Saturday, Sept. 12 to Joy McFarland at 1318 250th Ave, Tingley, IA 50863, 641-344-3234.
4th annual ‘Creston Cemetery Walk’ (Sept. 27)
The Gibson Memorial Library Capital Campaign Events Committee will be hosting their 4th annual Cemetery Walk at Calvary Cemetery, located at 1419 W. Adams St. in Creston, 2 p.m. Sept. 27. Admission will be $10 (ten dollars) and tickets may be purchased at the library. Please bring your lawn chair. Social distancing will be observed, and face masks are encouraged. In case of rain, the event will be held at Holy Spirit Church located at 107 W. Howard St.
‘Adult book club’ (Sept. 29)
Gibson Memorial Library kicks off the first of its new adult book clubs, which will be held virtually via Zoom. The selected book for September is “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens. Book discussions will be held virtually due to COVID-19. Copies of the featured book may be reserved and picked up at the library. Visit the Facebook event for further details.
The Zoom room information for the book club is as follows: Meeting ID: 852 420 7703, passcode: 34RT5T1. Visit https://youtu.be/d7xXZxRDFUU for a Zoom tutorial. For more information contact email crestonlibrary310@gmail.com or call 641-782-2277.
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.