Datebook

The Harlan Board Trotters host a family board game event every Tuesday night at the Harlan Hy-vee from 4-9 pm. No experience needed. Games are free to play. Check out Harlan Board Trotters on Facebook for details and updates.

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The Shelby County Food Pantry needs donations. Donations can be made year round at the West Central Community Action on 7th Street in Harlan. Both non-perishable food items and non-food items can be donated.
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Blood Donations Needed -
The Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of most blood types available and less than a two-day supply of type O blood. Individuals can schedule an appointment to give now by activating Amazon’s Alexa Red Cross Blood Skill by saying, “Alexa, find a blood drive,” or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Upcoming donation opportunities include:
Thursday, December 12th - 1 pm to 6 pm - Neola Community Center
Tuesday, December 17th - 8 am to 2 pm - AHSTW High School
Friday, December 20th - 12 noon to 6 pm - Sacred Heart Church in Manning
Thursday, December 26th - 8:30 am to 2:30 pm - Cass County Memorial Hospital in Atlantic
Friday, December 27th - 12 Noon to 6 pm - St. Patrick's Parish Center in Audubon

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meet every month at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Harlan. The meetings begin at 6:30 pm. The monthly meetings will be held on:
Thursday, December 12th
Thursday, January 9th
Thursday, February 13th
Thursday, March 12th
Thursday, April 2nd
Thursday, May 14th

You can sign up for the 2019-2020 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program from West Central Community Action. They will be helping to qualify low-income Iowa homeowners and renters to pay a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season. The assistance is based on household income, household size, type of fuel, and type of housing. When applying, please bring proof of income, Social Security Number, and a copy of your most recent heating and electrical bills. Applications are taken by appointment only, Monday through Friday 9 to 1 and 2 to 3. Call West Central Community Action at 755-5602 to schedule an appointment.

MOMSnext, Support for mothers of school-aged children through high school, meet every month at Altamont Baptist Church, 516 Quince Rd, Harlan. The meetings are held 7:00-9:00 p.m.
The monthly meetings will be held on:
Thursday, December 19
Thursday, January 23
Thursday, February 27
Thursday, March 26
Thursday, April 23
Thursday, May 28

West Central Community Action is now accepting applications for the Annual Holiday Adoption Program. Remember, you must reside in Shelby County and be at or below 175% poverty level. verification of income is required. Children 18 and under as well as seniors, 65 or older, are eligible to apply. The deadline to apply is Friday, December 6th. Program sponsored gifts will be distributed to eligible families on Tuesday, December 17th. For more information, call 755-5602.
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Friday, December 6th -
The Harlan Senior Center will have Quilting at 9 AM.

Saturday, December 7th -
Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Saturday, December 7th - 10 am - Kid's Activity - Yummy Truffle Making

The Manilla Christmas Market, Vendor and Craft Fair will be held this Saturday, December 7th from 9 to 3 in 3 locations, the Manilla Memorial Hall, Manilla Gym and the Manilla Fire Hall. Over 150 tables with many 1 of a kind items. Transportation will be provided between the hall and the gym and Santa will be there from 10 to 1. Admission is free.

Sunday, December 8th -
The Annual Christmas program will take place at the Shelby County Historical Museum on Sunday, December 8th at 2 pm. In addition to the day's activities, the newly-renovated Military Exhibit Hall will be open to tour, and Christmas ornaments will be available for purchase from the museum staff. For more information, call 755-2437.

The Harlan Special Needs Network invites you to a free public showing of "The Polar Express" on Sunday, Dec. 8th at 10:30 AM at The Harlan Theatre at 612 Court St. in Harlan. Kids will receive a complimentary small popcorn and drink, seating is limited. Please join The Harlan Special Needs Network for the showing of this great holiday movie!

Monday, December 9th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Quilting at 9 AM & Alzheimer's Support Group at 1 PM.

Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Monday, December 9th - 4 pm - Kid's Movie, The Grinch 2018

Denison Community Blood Drive , Monday, December 9th, 2019 from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Crawford County Memorial Hospital - Room B, 100 Medical Parkway.

Tuesday, December 10th -
The Iowa Community Kitchen will be open Tuesday, December 10th at the First Baptist Church at 1325 Chatburn Avenue in Harlan. They have new winter hours, 4 to 6 pm! Everyone is invited to enjoy a taco bake, salad, bread and dessert, all for a free will donation. The First Baptist Church is sponsoring and volunteering and Keith and Pat Schwieso and grandchildren will be volunteering.

Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Tuesday, December 10th - Noon-Library and Lunch Book Club; 3 pm - Tech Time; 4 pm - BookWorms;

Wednesday, December 11th -
Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Wednesday, December 11th - 10:30 am - Story Time: Bears and Teddy Bears

Come and Join Harlan's First United Methodist Church for their Carol Of The Bells Annual Cookie Walk & Lunch at The First United Methodist Church at 1202 9th St in Harlan. Pick up a box of cookies for $10, or a pre-box of cookies for $11, and enjoy lunch for $10 at the Carol Of The Bells Annual Cookie Walk & Lunch with the First United Methodist Church of Harlan.

Thursday, December 12th -
The Shelby County Historical Museum will host the 4th annual Santa in the Cabins Thursday, December 12th, from 5 to 7 pm. Santa will set up shop in the historic McIntosh Cabin to hear all the items on your child's Christmas list. This event is free. In addition to Santa's visit there will also be cookie decorating, hot chocolate, a Christmas photo booth and the new Military Exhibit Hall will be open to tour.

The Harlan Senior Center will be having a Board Meeting at 9 AM and Mary Taggs from ISU at Noon.

"I'm Just Like You!" is coming to the Harlan Community Library, Thursday, December 12th at 6 pm. Featured speaker is Diane Stamp. She'll bring into perspective some atypical commonalities all women share. Come with an open mind and leave with the realization that she, me -- or maybe even yourself - is not as weird as you thought they were!

Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Thursday, December 12th - 6 pm- I'm Just Like You by Diane Stamp - Girls Night Out

Friday, December 13th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Quilting at 9 AM.

The Harlan FFA will wold a Spaghetti Supper for Blue-Out Friday, December 13th, from 5 to 7 pm in the Harlan Community High School Cafeteria. A free will donation will be accepted with all money going to the Blue-Out.

Saturday, December 14th -
Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Saturday, December 14th - 9 am to noon - Harlan Area Holiday Tour; 10 am Babies and Books - Baby Bouncy Time

The Harlan Area Holiday Tour will be held Saturday, December 14th, from 9 am to Noon. Visit area business and residential homes for a festive experience. Pick up you holiday passport at the Harlan Community Library, get it stamped at each location and then turn it in to win some great prizes!

Sunday, December 15th -

Monday, December 16th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Quilting at 9 AM.

Tuesday, December 17th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Angels with Karen at Noon.

The Iowa Community Kitchen will be open Tuesday, December 17th, at the First Baptist Church at 1325 Chatburn Avenue in Harlan. They have new winter hours, 4 to 6 pm! Everyone is invited to enjoy a Christmas Meal, all for a free will donation. The Immanuel Lutheran Church will be sponsoring the meal!

Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Tuesday, December 17th - 3 pm - Tech Time; 4 pm - Libraries on the Go and Book Worms; 3:30 to 5 pm- Kids' Craft - Holiday Cards

Wednesday, December 18th -
Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Wednesday, December 18th - 10 am - Classic Movie: Calendar Girls; 10:30 am - Story Time: Holiday; 4 pm - People with Disabilities, Then and Now; 7 pm - 5 o'clock Somewhere Book Club

Thursday, December 19th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Nishna Bend with Christina at Noon.
Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Thursday, December 19th - 6:30 pm Lego Challenge; 5 pm - Adult Creative Writing Group

Friday, December 20th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Quilting at 9 AM.

Saturday, December 21st -
The 2019-2020 Legislative Coffee series will kick off on Saturday, December 21st at 10 am. It will be hosted and sponsored by the Purple Door at 622 Market in Harlan.

Sunday, December 22nd -

Monday, December 23rd -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Quilting at 9 AM.

Tuesday, December 24th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve.

Tuesday, December 24th and Wednesday, December 25th - Harlan Public Library closed for holiday

The Iowa Community Kitchen will be closed on December 24th and Decmeber 31st so their volunteers can have the holidays with their families.

Wednesday, December 25th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be closed in observance of Christmas.

Thursday, December 26th -

Friday, December 27th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Quilting at 9 AM.

Saturday, December 28th -
Activities at the Harlan Public Library -
Saturday, December 28th - 10 am, Babies and Books - Baby Bouncy Time

Sunday, December 29th -

Monday, December 30th -
The Harlan Senior Center will be having Quilting at 9 AM.

Tuesday, December 31st -
The Harlan Senior Center will be serving and delivering meals on Dec. 31st - the meal will consist of turkey breast w/gravy, sweet potato casserole, cauliflower w/cheese sauce, and fresh fruit.

Tuesday, December 31st and Wednesday January 1st - The Harlan Public Library closed for the holiday

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Wednesday, January 1st, 2020 -