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- Hull ARC Dinner & Auction -- 5:00 PM
The American Reformed Church of Hull will host a Dinner and Auction on Wednesday, February 1. Dinner will be served from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, with the auction to follow. Freewill donation proceeds go towards the A.R.C. Building Fund.
- “Ag Decisions 2012” -- 9:00 AM
“Ag Decisions 2012”, which will take a look at local and global outlooks for agriculture, will be held from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM on Wednesday, February 1, at the Sioux Center New Life Reformed Church. Included is lunch and a number of speakers and break-out sessions. Cost is $25. Pre-registration is necessary. Call the Sioux County Extension Office at 737-4230.
- “Annie’s Project" -- 1:00 PM
“Annie’s Project", a 6-session course designed help farm women to build networks and manage and organize critical information, will begin on Thursday, February 2. Sessions will be held on 6 successive Thursdays from 1:00 – 4:00 PM at the Sioux Center Public Library. The cost is $75 per person. Pre-registration is due by January 27. To register, call the Lyon County Extension Office at 472-2576 or go on-line to www.extension.iastate.edu/lyon.
- “Heartland Walk for Warmth” -- 6:00 PM
The “Heartland Walk for Warmth” will take place at 6:00 PM on Thursday, February 2, at the Sioux City Westroads Mall. Entry fee is $20 per person, with children under age 18 free, when accompanied by a paying adult. Registration will be onsite the evening of the walk.
- “Men in Dress” Style Show -- 6:00 PM
As a fund raiser for the Sioux County Heart Walk, a “Men in Dress” Style Show will be held in the lower level of the Sioux Center Corporate Center on Thursday, February 2. Punch is at 6:00 PM, with dinner at 6:30. Tickets are $20 each, or 2 tickets for $35. Call Diana by January 25 at 722-8335 to make your reservation.
- Crop Production Research Results Presentation -- 9:00 AM
A program for corn and soybean producers to share results of crop production research conducted at Iowa State University Northwest Research Farm will be held on Tuesday, February 2, at the Spencer Schools Administrative Building. Registration begins at 9:00 AM; the program will follow at 9:30 AM, and the morning will be concluded with lunch. The cost to attend is $5 per person. Pre –registration is recommended by calling the Clay County Extension Office 262-2264 by February 1.
- KDCR / ISU Lawn & Garden Show
A Lawn & Garden Show, sponsored by KDCR & ISU Extension, will be held Friday & Saturday, February 3 & 4, in the Dordt College Campus Center. There will be speakers, demonstrations, vendors booths, and concessions. FREE ADMISSION
A schedule of events for the Expo can be found at KDCR.Dordt.edu
Friday Hours are 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday Hours are 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Legislative Forum -- 12:00 PM
Senator Randy Feenstra will hold Legislative Forums at the following places:
Friday, February 3: Noon – Sioux Center Pizza Ranch
Friday, February 10: Noon – Rock Valley Cedar Rock Grill
Saturday, February 11: 1:00 PM – Hawarden City Office
Saturday, February 11: 2:30 PM – Orange City City Office
- Computer Genies of Northwest Iowa -- 10:00 AM
The Computer Genies of Northwest Iowa, a group of genealogists, will hold various workshops from 10:00 AM – Noon on Saturday, February 4, at the Le Mars Public Library. For more information, see the Genies’ website at ComputerGeniesOfNWiowa.com. The meeting is free and open to the public.
- KDCR / ISU Lawn & Garden Show
A Lawn & Garden Show, sponsored by KDCR & ISU Extension, will be held Friday & Saturday, February 3 & 4, in the Dordt College Campus Center. There will be speakers, demonstrations, vendors booths, and concessions. FREE ADMISSION
A schedule of events for the Expo can be found at KDCR.Dordt.edu
Friday Hours are 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday Hours are 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Day of Encouragement
On Saturday, February 4, Dordt College is hosting a “Day of Encouragement”, a day for leaders in the church to be challenged, inspired & encouraged. Keynote speaker is Rev. Tim Vink of the RCA who will talk about the “Power of God’s Gospel Now”. Information and registration details can be found at Dordt.edu/events, or by calling 722-6028.
- Keith & Kristyn Getty Concert -- 7:00 PM
Keith & Kristyn Getty will perform at 7:00 PM on Saturday, February 4, in the Dordt College BJ Haan Auditorium. Tickets to the concert are $10 and may be purchased at the Dordt College advancement office by calling 722-6028.
- Dr. Ron Sider Presentations -- 8:30 PM
Dr. Ron Sider, Palmer Theological Seminary professor will speak at Dordt College on Sunday & Monday, February 5 & 6. At 8:30 PM on Sunday, he will speak at GIFT, a campus worship service, in the B.J. Haan Auditorium. His topic will be “Grandpa is Using Your Credit Card: Fixing the Moral Deficit.” On Monday, Sider will present “Fixing the Moral Deficit: A Balanced Way to Balance the Budget” at 11:30 AM in the B.J. Haan Auditorium. These community learning experiences are free and open to the public.
- Heifer Development Meeting -- 10:00 AM
A “Heifer Development Meeting” will be held from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Monday, February 6, at the Clay County Regional Events Center in Spencer. The $15 registration fee can be paid at the door, but pre-registration is necessary by January 30 by calling the Clay County Extension Office at 262-2264.
- Dr. Ron Sider Presentations -- 11:30 AM
Dr. Ron Sider, Palmer Theological Seminary professor will speak at Dordt College on Sunday & Monday, February 5 & 6. At 8:30 PM on Sunday, he will speak at GIFT, a campus worship service, in the B.J. Haan Auditorium. His topic will be “Grandpa is Using Your Credit Card: Fixing the Moral Deficit.” On Monday, Sider will present “Fixing the Moral Deficit: A Balanced Way to Balance the Budget” at 11:30 AM in the B.J. Haan Auditorium. These community learning experiences are free and open to the public.
- Pizza Ranch "Tip Night" -- 5:00 PM
A “Tip Night” for Rick and Judy Steggerda will be held at the Orange City Pizza Ranch from 5:00 – 8:00 PM on Tuesday, February 7. They will be doing volunteer work in a closed country, leaving in March.
- Knitting Class -- 7:15 PM
Knitting Class for Beginners will be held on Thursdays on February 7, 14, 21, and 28, at 7:15 until 8:30 PM. Cost is $25. Come learn basic techniques of knitting from an experienced knitter! Call the Sioux Center Public Library with questions or to register at 722-2138.
- Purse, Scarf & Jewelry Sale
The Sioux Center Community Hospital is hosting a “Purse, Scarf & Jewelry Sale” on February 8 & 9. Wednesday’s hours are 3:00 – 6:00 PM and Thursday’s hours are 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
- Valentine's Dinner -- 6:00 PM
The Sioux Center New Life Reformed Church Youth Group is hosting a Valentine’s Dinner at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, February 8. Your choice of Steak or Chicken prepared by Blue Mountain. Call 722-3520 by February 1 to reserve tickets.
- Purse, Scarf & Jewelry Sale
The Sioux Center Community Hospital is hosting a “Purse, Scarf & Jewelry Sale” on February 8 & 9. Wednesday’s hours are 3:00 – 6:00 PM and Thursday’s hours are 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
- Free -- 6:00 PM
A Free "Community Unity Meal" will be held from 6:00 – 7:30 PM on Thursday, February 9, at the Sioux Center New Life Reformed Church. Everyone is welcome to attend.
- Katelyn’s Fund Orphan Ministry Support Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Katelyn’s Fund Orphan Ministry will hold an adoption support meeting at 7:00 PM on Thursday, February 9, at the Orange City Area Health System Physical Therapy Office. Please note the change of meeting place this month. Bev Noelk, a physical therapist, will share about Sensory Processing Disorder.
- Gaudete Brass Quintet in Concert
The Gaudete Brass Quintet, from Chicago, will perform at 7:30 PM on Friday, February 10, in the Dordt College BJ Haan Auditorium.
- Legislative Forum -- 12:00 PM
Senator Randy Feenstra will hold Legislative Forums at the following places:
Friday, February 10: Noon – Rock Valley Cedar Rock Grill
Saturday, February 11: 1:00 PM – Hawarden City Office
Saturday, February 11: 2:30 PM – Orange City City Office
- Sioux Center Christian Soup Supper -- 5:00 PM
The Sioux Center Christian School Soup Supper will be served from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Friday, February 10. Childcare provided. Free-will donations will be taken.
- Legislative Forums
Senator Randy Feenstra will hold Legislative Forums at the following places:
Saturday, February 11: 1:00 PM – Hawarden City Office
Saturday, February 11: 2:30 PM – Orange City City Office
- Birds of a Feather Festival -- 1:00 PM
The “Birds of a Feather Festival” will be held at the Oak Grove Park Lodge from 1:00 – 3:00 PM on Saturday, February 11. Make bird feeders & popcorn garland, share suet recipes, and learn ideas for attracting birds. Pre-register by calling 552-3057.
- Valley Male Chorus Concert -- 5:00 PM
The Valley Male Chorus will present a concert at 5:00 PM on Sunday, February 12, at the Sioux Center New Life Reformed Church. A freewill offering will be taken for the benefit of those with disabilities who are receiving services through Hope Haven, both locally and around the world.
- “There’s More than Meets the Eye” -- 6:15 PM
Orange City Area Health System is hosting a free event titled “There’s More than Meets the Eye” the evening of Monday, February 13, at The Barn at Blue Mountain. Doors open at 6:15 PM. A 6:45 session will discuss varicose vein treatment, and a 7:45 session will discuss reconstructive and cosmetic breast surgery. Pre-registration is required by February 9 by calling the health system education department at 737-5260.
- Life After Loss Support Group -- 4:30 PM
Life After Loss Support Group will meet at 4:30 PM on Tuesday, February 14, in the Sioux Center Crown Pointe Gathering Room. This is a bereavement program designed to help people cope with these unfamiliar feelings. Pre-register to 722-8136.
- Diabetes and Cholesterol Screenings -- 6:30 AM
Community Diabetes and Cholesterol Screenings will be held from 6:30 – 8:00 AM on Tuesday, February 14, at the Sioux Center Community Hospital. Cholesterol test is $20 and the diabetes test is free. Call Diana at 722-8333 to register.
- Hull Covenant Christian Education Soup Supper -- 5:00 PM
The Hull Covenant Christian Education Soup Supper will be served from 5:00 – 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 15, at the Hull Christian School. A free-will offering will be taken.
- Mike Vanden Bosch Book Signing -- 6:15 PM
On Wednesday, February 15, Mike Vanden Bosch will hold a book signing at the Sioux Center Covent Christian Reformed Church for “Acquainted with the Light”, his latest book of poetry. A meal will begin at 5:15 PM, with the signing to follow at 6:15 PM.
- “Evaluating Your Estate Plan” Workshop -- 9:00 AM
Iowa State University Extension is offering the “Evaluating Your Estate Plan” workshop at the Le Mars Convention Center on Wednesday, February 15. Cost is $50 per person, which includes lunch and materials. To pre-register, call the Plymouth County Extension Office at 546-7835.
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR Class -- 7:00 PM
The Sioux Center Community Hospital is holding a Pediatric First Aid/CPR Class on Thursday, February 16, from 7:00 – 10:00 PM. Cost is $55. Call 722-8228 to register.
- American Legion Meeting -- 7:00 PM
The Sioux Center American legion monthly meeting will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, February 16, at the Legion Building. Members and prospective members are encouraged to attend.
- High School Orchestra Festival -- 7:00 PM
Dordt College is hosting a High School String Orchestra Festival on Thursday, February 16, at 7:00 PM in the B.J. Haan Auditorium. Fort Dodge High School, Unity Christian and Western Christian will each perform individually and then combine with the Dordt College Chamber Orchestra in a mass orchestra with more than 100 string players. Admission is free, and a freewill offering will be received.
- “Prairie Grass Film Challenge” Viewings -- 5:45 PM
Viewing of the films produced during the Dordt College “Prairie Grass Film Challenge” will take place at various places on Dordt’s Campus from 5:45 – 7:45 PM on Friday, February 17. The evening will culminate at 8:00 PM in the BJ Haan Auditorium, where the top films will be shown and awards will be presented.
- Cultural Fair -- 4:00 PM
International cuisine, cultural dance, and fashion styles from around the world will be the highlights of a Cultural Fair hosted by the Dordt College “Students Without Borders” Club on Saturday, February 18, in the Campus Center. This free fair begins at 4:00 PM, with the fashion show concluding the festivities at 5:00 PM. Food will be available for a fee at the booths.
- James Schaap Reading -- 8:00 PM
Author and Professor Dr. James C. Schaap will share the final reading of his academic tenure at 8:00 PM on Sunday, February 19, in room S101 of the Dordt College Science & Technology Center. His reading is titled “Stories from Up the Hill”.
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- Haiti Trip "Tip Night"
A “Tip Night” will be held at the Sioux Center Pizza Ranch on Tuesday, February 21, to help raise support for Terri Mouw and Glenda Vermeer who will be going to Haiti in March to help the women who make Jewelry for ViBella.
- Le Mars Christian Women's Club Brunch -- 9:00 AM
The Le Mars Christian Women’s Club will meet at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, February 21, at the Le Mars Senior Center. Tonya Huenink will share nutritional tips and Bonnie Monnier will tell how her father’s death impacted her life. Cost is $6. Call Janice at 546-4683 for reservations.
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Timpani player Ryan Louie will perform with the Dordt College Jazz Band at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, February 22, in the B.J. Haan Auditorium.
- “In, But Not Of” One-Act Plays -- 7:30 PM
“In, But Not Of”, a collection of one-act plays, will be presented at 7:30 PM on February 23, 24 & 25 in the Dordt College New World Theatre. Tickets will be available at the door one hour before the performance and are $2 for students and $5 for adults.
- Orange City Health System Jewelry Sale -- 8:00 AM
The Auxiliary of Orange City Area Health System is hosting a “Masquerade” $5 Jewelry Sale from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Thursday, February 23, at the health system’s main campus front lobby.
- Rock Valley Christian School Winter Festival
The Rock Valley Christian School Winter Festival will be held on Friday, February 24. Silent Auction will run from Noon – 6:00 PM. Supper will be served from 5:00 – 6:30, and the oral Auction will begin at 6:00 PM. Beef & Pork bundles can also be pre-ordered by visiting the school website.
- Family Crisis Center Wine Gala & Auction -- 5:00 PM
A “Wine Gala & Auction” will be held at The Sioux Center Ridge Golf Club on Friday, February 24. Proceeds will benefit the Family Crisis Center. Wine tasting and appetizers will be available from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Cost is $15 person, or $25 per couple. Comedian Pat McGill will perform at 6:30, and the Auction will begin at 7:00 PM. No admission charged for Pat McGill or the Auction.
- “In, But Not Of” One-Act Plays -- 7:30 PM
“In, But Not Of”, a collection of one-act plays, will be presented at 7:30 PM on February 23, 24 & 25 in the Dordt College New World Theatre. Tickets will be available at the door one hour before the performance and are $2 for students and $5 for adults.
- Dordt College Recital -- 3:00 PM
Dordt College senior vocalist Emily Hageman will present a vocal recital at 3:00 PM on Saturday, February 25, in the B.J. Haan Auditorium. A reception will follow.
- The Hunts in Concert -- 7:30 PM
"The Hunts" – a family of nine who step-dance and play a multitude of instruments – will perform at 7:30 PM on Saturday, February 25, at the M.O.C. / Floyd Valley School Auditorium. Tickets are available at Dove Christian Book Store and the Orange City Arts Council. In advance, the general admission tickets are $9 for adults and $5 for students. At the door, tickets are $12 and $8.
- “In, But Not Of” One-Act Plays -- 7:30 PM
“In, But Not Of”, a collection of one-act plays, will be presented at 7:30 PM on February 23, 24 & 25 in the Dordt College New World Theatre. Tickets will be available at the door one hour before the performance and are $2 for students and $5 for adults.
- Adult Hunter Education Course -- 9:00 AM
An Adult Hunter Education Course will be held from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 25, at Oak Grove Park. Internet coursework is required before taking this class. Ages 18 and over only. Bring a sack lunch and completed pretests. Pre-register by calling 552-1047.
- Evening of Praise -- 6:30 PM
An “Evening of Praise” will be held at 6:30 PM on Sunday, February 26, at the Rock Valley First Reformed Church. “Legacy of Faith” and “Men of Praise” will be singing. Fellowship, coffee and treats to follow.
- Owl Prowl -- 6:30 PM
An “Owl Prowl” will be held at Oak Grove Park from 6:30 – 7:30 PM on Monday, February 27. Meet at Oak Grove Lodge parking lot. Dress warmly and bring flashlight. Pre-registration required by calling 552-3057.
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- Lexture / Panel Discussion on Child Abuse & Neglect -- 6:30 PM
Dr. Jeanette Harder will speak on child abuse and neglect at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, February 29, in the Dordt College Science Building Classroom SB101. She will share how churches and their communities can be partners in preventing child abuse & neglect, and in strengthening families. Following her presentation, a panel of professionals who fight child abuse in various ways will answer questions from Harder and the audience. RSVPs are appreciated by February 24 by e-mailing sowkwork@dordt.edu. Registration will also be available at the door.
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