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- New Horizons Adoption Agency Informational Meeting -- 6:30 PM
New Horizons Adoption Agency will hold an informational meeting on domestic and international adoption at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, April 1, at the Sioux Center New Life Reformed Church. New Horizons is a nondenominational Christian adoption agency licensed in Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota. Please call Heidi De Kruyf at 577-9505 to RSVP.
- Pesticide Application Continuing Education -- 7:00 PM
Continuing instruction for private pesticide applicators will be held on Tuesday, April 1, at Northwest Iowa Community College, Building A, in Sheldon . The instruction will begin promptly at 7:00 PM. Registration fee is $15 and pre-registration is requested. Send your name, address, and phone number with a $15 check to the Sioux County Extension Office.
- Reformed Church in America Women's Gathering -- 7:00 PM
A gathering for all the women of East & West Sioux Classis of the Reformed Church in America will be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, April 1, at the Sheldon Bethel Reformed Church.
- Rehoboth Christian High School Concert -- 7:30 PM
The 55-voice Rehoboth, New Mexico Christian High School Choir will present "Come to the Water" at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, April 2, at the Dordt College B.J. Haan Auditorium. The concert is free and all are welcome to attend.
- Autism Workshop
A two-day autism spectrum disorder workshop will be held at Northwest AEA on April 3 and 4. The workshop is designed for educators, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, paraprofessionals/teacher aides, resource coordinators and early intervention and Part C providers. Cost for the conference is $200 for both days, or $300 for the two-day conference and a SCERTS® manual. For more information or to register for this class, please go to Northwest AEA's Web site at nwaea.k12.ia.us and look under "Upcoming Events," or contact Jan Turbes at Northwest AEA at 222-6041.
- Heartsaver Basic Life Support Class -- 6:30 PM
The Sioux Center Community Hospital is holding a Heartsaver Basic Life Support Class on Thursday, April 3, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. Cost is $30. Please call 722-8228 to register.
- ATLAS Time of Prayer for the Community -- 7:00 PM
The ATLAS time of prayer for the community will be on Thursday, April 3, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at the Sioux Center First Reformed Chapel. Please come and go as your schedule allows.
- "Fully Committed" Performance -- 7:30 PM
“Fully Committed”, a one-man Dordt College Theatre performance by Senior Jonathon Shaffstall, will be presented at the college's New World Theatre April 3 – 5, opening each night at 7:30 PM. Admission is $1 at the door, with limited seating available in this theater located by the south entrance of the Classroom Building.
- “Baking and Business 101” Seminar -- 8:00 AM
The seminar titled “Baking and Business 101” will be presented from 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM on Thursday, April 3, at the Clay County Regional Events Center in Spencer. The program will explore key elements of developing a successful business model in an interactive environment. For more information or to apply online, visit www.renewruraliowa.com or call (866) 950-4955.
- Autism Workshop
A two-day autism spectrum disorder workshop will be held at Northwest AEA on April 3 and 4. The workshop is designed for educators, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, paraprofessionals/teacher aides, resource coordinators and early intervention and Part C providers. Cost for the conference is $200 for both days, or $300 for the two-day conference and a SCERTS® manual. For more information or to register for this class, please go to Northwest AEA's Web site at nwaea.k12.ia.us and look under "Upcoming Events," or contact Jan Turbes at Northwest AEA at 222-6041.
- Daycare Dazzler Variety Show & Auction -- 6:00 PM
The Daycare Dazzler Variety Show and silent auction, to raise money for the new Orange City Area Daycare Center, will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, April 4, at the Orange City Town Hall.
- England & Scotland Travelogue -- 7:30 PM
An England and Scotland travelogue, sponsored by KDCR, will be presented at Dordt College's B.J. Haan Auditorium on Friday, April 4, at 7:30 PM. Tickets will be available at the door: $4.50 for adults, $4.00 for senior adults and $3.00 for students.
- "Fully Committed" Performance -- 7:30 PM
“Fully Committed”, a one-man Dordt College Theatre performance by Senior Jonathon Shaffstall, will be presented at the college's New World Theatre April 3 – 5, opening each night at 7:30 PM. Admission is $1 at the door, with limited seating available in this theater located by the south entrance of the Classroom Building.
- Go Fish in Concert -- 7:00 PM
There will be a Go Fish Concert at Southwest Minnesota Christian High School on Saturday, April 5 at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $7 in advance and $10 at the door. You can purchase tickets at Katie's Closet in Edgerton or by calling 507-442-5055.
- "Fully Committed" Performance -- 7:30 PM
“Fully Committed”, a one-man Dordt College Theatre performance by Senior Jonathon Shaffstall, will be presented at the college's New World Theatre April 3 – 5, opening each night at 7:30 PM. Admission is $1 at the door, with limited seating available in this theater located by the south entrance of the Classroom Building.
- Toby Waldowski in Concert -- 6:00 PM
Toby Waldowski will be in concert at the Sioux Center 1st Reformed Church at 6:00 PM on Sunday, April 6. A freewill offering will be taken to support Toby’s ministry
- Valley Male Chorus Presentation -- 6:00 PM
The Valley Male Chorus will present a concert at 6:00 PM on Sunday, April 6, at the Sioux Center Faith Christian Reformed Church. A freewill offering will be taken to benefit those with disabilities who receive services through Hope Haven, both locally and around the world.
- Evening of Worship Music -- 8:00 PM
A special evening of worship music will be held Sunday, April 6, at 8:00 PM in Dordt College's B.J. Haan Auditorium. Performing will be Jonah's Wale, a worship-music band from Sioux Falls, and Jason Taylor, a youth director from Pella.
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- Presentation of "The Reckoning" -- 8:00 PM
Dr. James Schaap’s “The Reckoning”, featuring the Resistance stories of six Dutch survivors who came to the aid of Jews during Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, will be presented Wednesday, April 9, at 8:00 PM in the Sioux City Orpheum Theatre. This showing is free, with no advance reservations necessary. Dr. Schaap, and others featured in or involved in the film, will be in attendance.
- Heartland Missionary Union Meeting -- 10:00 AM
Heartland Missionary Union will meet on Thursday, April 10, at the Sioux Center 1st Christian Reformed Church. The morning session begins at 10:00 AM, with lunch, at the cost of $6, being serviced at 11:45. The afternoon session begins at 1:00 PM. Speakers include: Jack Stulp, with Christian Reformed Home Missions – Janell Ball, with Christian Reformed World Relief Committee, and – Paul Kortenhoven, with Christian Reformed World Missions.
- Electronics Recycling Days
Electronics Recycling Days will take place Thursday & Friday, April 10 & 11 and Saturday, April 26. On April 10 & 11 there will be a trailer in the 4th Avenue parking lot of Dordt College where you may bring items between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. On April 26 there will be a trailer in the Covenant Christian Reformed parking lot to receive items from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. CPUs, cell phones, TV sets, handhelds, and all Sony equipment may be brought at no charge. There will be a 30-cent / pound charge for other items.
- First Aid Class -- 6:30 PM
The Sioux Center Community Hospital is holding a First Aid Class on Thursday, April 10, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM. Cost is $30. Please call 722-8228 to register.
- Katelyn's Fund Orphan Ministry Adoption Support Meeting -- 7:00 PM
A Katelyn’s Fund Adoption Support Meeting will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, in the Fireside Room of the Sioux Center 1st Reformed Church. The speakers will be Pastor Jeff and Karen Whitt. For more information check out the website at www.katelynsfund.org.
- David Moore in Concert -- 7:30 PM
David Moore, a classical guitarist, singer, songwriter, and a frequent guest on “A Prairie Home Companion” will share his musical talent at 7:30 PM on Thursday, April 10, in the Northwestern College Theatre. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for students.
- Electronics Recycling Days
Electronics Recycling Days will take place Thursday & Friday, April 10 & 11 and Saturday, April 26. On April 10 & 11 there will be a trailer in the 4th Avenue parking lot of Dordt College where you may bring items between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. On April 26 there will be a trailer in the Covenant Christian Reformed parking lot to receive items from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. CPUs, cell phones, TV sets, handhelds, and all Sony equipment may be brought at no charge. There will be a 30-cent / pound charge for other items.
- High School Choral Festival -- 7:00 PM
A High School Choral Festival will be held at Dordt College’s B.J. Haan Auditorium at 7:00 PM on Friday, April 11. This Festival is free and open to the public.
- Boyden Library Belgian Waffle Supper -- 5:00 PM
The Boyden Public Library will hold its annual Belgian Waffle Fund Raiser on Saturday, April 12 from 5:00-7:30 PM at the Demco Community Center in Boyden.
- THEOS Meeting -- 6:00 PM
THEOS, a time of support, encouragement and interaction for widowed men and women, will meet Saturday, April 12, beginning at 6:00 pm at Sioux Center’s Family Table and continuing at 7:30 pm at the First Reformed Church.
- Reentry Aftercare Training Session -- 9:00 AM
Paul Harrison, State Director of Reentry Aftercare, will present information on developing local teams and training of community volunteers to help ex-offenders assimilate into society after their release from prison. This free training will be held Saturday, April 12 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Basement of the Sioux Center ATLAS building. To sign up or ask questions call Mark Buss at 722-0629.
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No events for this date
- “Understanding Infant Adoption” Workshop -- 4:30 PM
An “Understanding Infant Adoption” workshop, designed to train health care professionals to provide adoption information and referral to pregnant women, will be held from 4:30 – 8:30 PM on Tuesday, April 15, at the Sioux Center Community Health Center. The workshop is free, and a meal is provided. To register, call the Sioux Center Health Center at 722-8228 or Bethany Christian Services at 737-4831.
- Le Mars Christian Women's Club Supper -- 6:30 PM
The Le Mars Christian Women’s Club will meet at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, April 15, at the Le Mars PrimeBank. Sheila Anderson will present “Spring into Spring with Hair Fashions” and Angela Wilson will speak about “The Road Less Taken”. Cost is $8.00 and reservations can be made by calling Rachel at 546-5970.
- Hospice Foundation of America Teleconference Webcast -- 12:30 PM
A Hospice Foundation of America Teleconference webcast, focusing on the experience of grieving children and adolescents, will take place from 12:30 – 3:00 PM on Wednesday, April 16, at the Orange City Area Health System main campus conference rooms. The program is offered free of charge. Continuing education contact hours will be available for $25. Pre-registration is required by Friday, April 11 by calling 737-5260.
- Memory Loss Awareness Support Group -- 1:00 PM
The Memory Loss Support Group will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, April 16, at the Sioux Center Royal Meadows Care Center. For more information, please contact Glenda at 722-8256.
- New Life Reformed Church Youth Group Dinner -- 6:00 PM
On Wednesday, April 16, the Sioux Center New Life Reformed Church Youth Group is hosting a fundraiser for their Rocky Mountain trip. Social Time will begin at 6:00 PM, with the meal being served at 6:30 PM. Choice of entrees is New York Strip or Applewood-Smoked Chicken prepared by Blue Mountain Restaurant. Reservations are needed by Wednesday, April 9, and can be made by calling the church at 722-3520. A freewill donation will be taken to support their trip.
- Keyed In To Abstinence Presentation -- 7:00 PM
Bethany Christian Services’ Keyed-In to Abstinence (KITA) program will host the Dordt College Comedy Club at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 16, in the Dordt College B.J. Haan Auditorium. In addition, the KITA staff will be there to provide info on their program. For reservations, contact Kristi at 888-422-7694.
- "Proof" Performance -- 7:30 PM
Justine Moelker, a senior at Dordt College, will direct and play the lead role in "Proof", a play being presented April 16, 17, and 19 at 7:30 PM in the college's New World Theatre. Admission is $1 at the door.
- "Listening Post" with Senator Harkin's Staff -- 2:15 PM
Senator Tom Harkin’s aide, Nathan Vander Plaats, will host a “listening post” from 2:15 – 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 17, at the Orange City Library.
- ATLAS Time of Prayer for the Community -- 7:00 PM
The ATLAS time of prayer for the community will be on Thursday, April 17, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at the Sioux Center First Reformed Chapel. Please come and go as your schedule allows.
- "Proof" Performance -- 7:30 PM
Justine Moelker, a senior at Dordt College, will direct and play the lead role in "Proof", a play being presented April 16, 17, and 19 at 7:30 PM in the college's New World Theatre. Admission is $1 at the door.
- Organ Recital -- 7:30 PM
A Dordt College organ recital will be presented by Grace Jeong, a senior from South Korea, on Friday, April 18, at 7:30 PM in the B.J. Haan Auditorium. This recital and a reception following the performance are free and open to the public.
- Gospel Sing with Open Microphone -- 7:00 PM
There will be a gospel sing with an open mic at 7:00 PM on Saturday, April 19, at the Coffee Hook and Bistro in Orange City.
- NISO Spring Concert -- 7:30 PM
The Northwest Iowa Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert will take place at 7:30 PM on Saturday, April 19, in the Dordt College BJ Haan Auditorium. Tickets are available at the door, by calling 722-6230, or on-line at NISO.Dordt.edu.
- "Proof" Performance -- 7:30 PM
Justine Moelker, a senior at Dordt College, will direct and play the lead role in Proof, a play being presented April 16, 17, and 19 at 7:30 PM in the college's New World Theatre. Admission is $1 at the door.
- Special Olympic Track & Field Spring Games -- 9:30 AM
Special Olympic Track & Field Spring Games will be held Saturday, April 19, at the Sioux Center Athletic Field. Opening ceremonies begin at 9:30, with the last relay scheduled to run at 1:15 PM.
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- National Alliance on Mental Illness Support Group Meeting -- 7:00 PM
Family members of persons with a mental illness are invited to attend the National Alliance on Mental Illness support group meeting on Monday, April 21, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM in the Sioux Center Central Reformed Church Fireside Room. Scott Witte of Hope Haven will discuss “Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services.” For more information, please call Barb Addink at 722-0135 or Shirley Mathias at 722-4462.
- Northwest Iowa Peace Links Salad Supper -- 6:30 PM
Northwest Iowa Peace Links will hold its annual Salad Supper at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, April 22, in the Primghar Community Center. Speaker will be Diane Vanderbroek from Community Health Partners.
- Sioux County Diabetes Support Group Meeting -- 7:00 PM
The Sioux County Diabetes Support Group will meet at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 23, in the Sioux Center Corporate Center Basement. The topic will be "Planning Your Next Trip ... With Diabetes". For more information, call Judy at 722-8114.
- Parkinson's Support Group Meeting -- 1:00 PM
The Parkinson’s Support Group will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, April 24, at the Sioux Center Royal Meadows Care Center. For more information, please contact Mandi at 722-8325.
- "The Women of Greece" Play -- 7:30 PM
The theater performance "The Women of Greece" will be presented Thursday – Saturday, April 24 – 26 in the Dordt College New World Theatre, opening each night at 7:30 PM. Admission is $1 at the door.
- Dordt College Ag Day
Ag Day at Dordt College will be Friday, April 25, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. There will be outdoor displays of animals, farm equipment and a noon picnic lunch served by agriculture students.
- Dordt College Retiree Open House -- 2:00 PM
An Open House for 4 Dordt College retirees will take place from 2:00 – 4:00 PM on Friday, April 25, in the Campus Center. Honored will be Rockne McCarthy, Ron Rynders, Dave Schelhaas and Jeri Schelhaas.
- "The Women of Greece" Play -- 7:30 PM
The theater performance "The Women of Greece" will be presented Thursday – Saturday, April 24 – 26 in the Dordt College New World Theatre, opening each night at 7:30 PM. Admission is $1 at the door.
- Dordt College Instrumental Concert -- 7:30 PM
The Dordt College Concert Band and Chamber Orchestra will present a concert Friday, April 25, at 7:30 PM at Dordt's B.J. Haan Auditorium. Admission is free, with a free-will offering received to benefit music scholarships at Dordt College.
- Electronics Recycling Days
Electronics Recycling Days will take place Thursday & Friday, April 10 & 11 and Saturday, April 26. On April 10 & 11 there will be a trailer in the 4th Avenue parking lot of Dordt College where you may bring items between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. On April 26 there will be a trailer in the Covenant Christian Reformed parking lot to receive items from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. CPUs, cell phones, TV sets, handhelds, and all Sony equipment may be brought at no charge. There will be a 30-cent / pound charge for other items.
- Heart Association Motorcycle Run -- 12:00 PM
The Plymouth and Sioux County Heart Associations are hosting a Motorcycle Run on Saturday, April 26. Registration takes place at Doc’s Café from Noon – 1:00 PM. Cost is $20 per person.
- Northwest Iowa Symphony Youth Orchestra Concert -- 3:00 PM
The Northwest Iowa Symphony Youth Orchestra will present a concert at 3:00 PM on Saturday, April 26 in the Dordt College BJ Haan Auditorium.
- "The Women of Greece" Play -- 7:30 PM
The theater performance "The Women of Greece" will be presented Thursday – Saturday, April 24 – 26 in the Dordt College New World Theatre, opening each night at 7:30 PM. Admission is $1 at the door.
- Sioux County Oratorio Concert -- 7:30 PM
At 7:30 PM on Saturday, April 26, the Sioux County Oratorio Chorus will present Mozart's Requiem at Christ Chapel in Orange City. Tickets are available at: True Vine, Dove Christian Bookstore, Dordt College Music Department and Northwestern College Music Department. Advance tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. Tickets at the door will cost $7 for adults and $5 for students.
- Bike Safety Rodeo -- 9:00 AM
A Bike Safety Rodeo, sponsored by the Sioux Center Community Hospital, will be held in the Centre Mall parking lot on Saturday, April 26. Children in grades Kindergarten through 4th Grade can participate between 9:00 & 11:00 AM.
- The Dixie Melody Boys in Concert -- 10:30 AM
The Dixie Melody Boys will be in concert at 10:30 AM on Sunday, April 27, at the Meriden Evangelical Free Church. A free-will offering will be taken.
- "Revelation" in Concert -- 7:30 PM
“Revelation” will be in concert on Sunday, April 27, at 7:30 PM at the Hawarden Christian Reformed Church.
- Valley Male Chorus Presentation -- 9:15 AM
The Valley Male Chorus will present a concert during the 9:15 AM church service at the Orange City American Reformed Church on Sunday, April 27. A freewill offering will be taken to benefit those with disabilities who receive services through Hope Haven, both locally and around the world.
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- O'Brien County Diabets Support Group Meeting -- 12:00 PM
The O’Brien County Diabetes Support Group will meet at Noon on Tuesday, April 29 at the Primghar Community Building, following the Dinner Date meal. You may participate in Dinner Date at 11:30 – suggested donation is $3.50. Phone 757-3645 by 7:00 am that morning to reserve your meal.
- Dordt College Jazz Band Concert -- 7:30 PM
The Dordt College Jazz Band and the Campus-Community Band will present a concert Tuesday, April 29, at 7:30 PM at Dordt's B.J. Haan Auditorium. Admission is free, with a free-will offering received to benefit music scholarships at Dordt College.
- Idea Fest -- 2:45 PM
IdeaFest 2008 will take place at the Dordt College Campus Center Wednesday, April 30, from 2:45 – 5:30 PM. IdeaFest is an event at which students in a wide variety of majors present their research.
- Reading Program for Parents and Care-givers -- 9:30 AM
A free 6-session reading program for parents and other care-givers with children 0 – 5 years will be offered at the Sioux Center Public Library. The sessions run from 9:30 – 11:00 AM each Wednesday morning, April 30 – June 4. Childcare is provided. Call the library at 722-2138 to pre-register.
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