The Wiota United Methodist Church Chicken and Biscuit Dinner will be held today from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.  Carry outs are available and a free will offering will be taken.

The First United Methodist Church in Guthrie Center will host it’s annual harvest dinner tonight from 5 pm to 7 pm.  Cost is a free will donation.  The menu includes:  roast pork and dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, salads, rolls, pies, desserts and beverages.  Carry outs are available from 4:45 pm to 6:30 pm, enter through the south door.  Deliveries are available for shut ins by calling 641-332-2408 after 3 pm.  Their will also be a bazaar and[...]

The Linden United Methodist Church will host a Harvest Supper and Country Store, today from 5 pm to 7 pm.  The menu will include:  Steak, potatoes, gravy, vegetables including Harvest Beets, and dessert.  Carry outs are available starting at 4:30 pm   Call ahead to have it ready at 515-240-0843.  Adult cost is $9, children 5 to 12 is $5 and kids under 5 are free.

The Iowa Arboretum is hosting multiple free Halloween events this month in Madrid.Enjoy Pumpkin carving on Thursday, October 19, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The Ar “Boo” Ween costume parade takes place Saturday, October 21, from 1-3 p.m. and adults can take a walk on the Ar “Boo” Scare trail walk from 6-8 p.m. For more details on these events, contact the Iowa Arboretum by calling 515-795-3216.