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March 1 |
Maple Tree Tapping - Botna Bend Park, Hancock
Visitors will learn about the process of maple tree tapping and have the opportunity to tap one for themselves. The event will be held from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. For more information, call 712.741.5465.
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June 7 |
Kids Fishing Derby - Arrowhead Park, Neola 
This event is held in conjunction with Iowa’s free fishing weekend, so a license is not required for Iowa residents. All kids 16 and under are welcome to enter our annual fishing derby. All children entered will receive prizes and free gifts. For more information and the time, call 712.485.2295.
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June 13-15 |
25th Annual AMVET’s Antique Show and Walk - Walnut
Get your antique fix in Walnut! This is one of the largest and finest antique shows in the Midwest with an estimated 35,000 visitors. Dealers offer antiques ranging from furniture, glassware, quilts, dolls, fishing lures and more. For more information, call 712.784.2100 or visit www.walnutiowa.org.
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| June 28 |
Carson Jubilee - Carson
Summertime Family Fun in Carson sponsered by the Carson Business-Community Club, City of Carson, and Local Area Businesses. Events include Kids and Adult games, Variety Show, Volleyball, National Lawn Mower Races, Auto Pushball, 2 lunch stands and don't forget the fireworks! For more information Click here.
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June 28-29 |
Carter Lake Community Days - Carter Lake
A weekend of events including parade, festival in the park, karaoke and fireworks. For more information, contact Carter Lake City Hall at 712.347.6320.
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Pony 13 Zone Baseball Tournament - Hamilton Sports Complex, Carter Lake
Little League teams from throughout the Midwest compete for a berth in the World Series in California. For dates and more information, contact Sherry Rydberg at 712.347.6728.
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July 4 |
Fourth of July Celebration - Avoca
Parade with 100-120 entries. Bed races, kids games, food stands and small-town Independence Day spirit. For more information, contact Rhonda Holst at 712.343.6697.
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July 4 |
Fourth of July Celebration - Underwood 
The day events will begin with the traditional Independence Day Parade. Rides, games, and a talent show will last all day, and
don't forget the food and fireworks! To view flyer for more information Click here.
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| July 5 |
Jazz at Breezy Hills Winery - Minden 
Come and join us the for the 3rd Annual July Jazz featuring premium jazz, award winning wines, and great barbeque. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and umbrellas for an afternoon and evening listening to some of the all time favorites of The Spike Nelson Trio and the sultry sax jazz of Richie Love. Admission is Free - and all ages are welcome. For more information phone 712.485.2083 or visit our web site.
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July 16-21 |
Pottawattamie County Fair - County Fairgrounds, Avoca
The Pottawattamie County Fair includes 4-H, FFA and open-class exhibits, a midway and grandstand events. For more information, contact Deb Henningsen at 712.343.6220 or visit www.pottcountyfair.com.
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| July 17-20 |
Once Upon A Mattress - Macedonia
Grist Mill Fine Arts Council presents this musical romp based on the story of The Princess and the Pea at the McCready Theatre in Macedonia. The kingdom is in turmoil!! No one may marry until the Prince can find a princess his MAMA likes. Be prepared to laugh and giggle as your favorite Grist Mill Folks take to the stage in Olde English attire. Performances are July 17, 18, and 19 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday July 20 at 2:00 p.m.Tickets go on sale Mon. June 23 at Hummel Insurance in Oakland. Phone 712.482.6424.
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July 31-Aug. 2 |
Carson Community Rodeo - Carson
Small town rodeo where you can really get close the action! Known for its big name stock and having some of the best cowboys, it's fun for the whole family. For more information, visit www.carsonrodeo.com.
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August 2-3 |
Old Settlers Picnic - Hancock
Hancock’s annual community celebration in the city park adjacent to Botna Bend Park with its excellent camping facilities. Parade, food and beer stands, kids’ events and a softball tournament. For more information, contact Hancock City Hall at 712.741.5665.
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August 3 |
15th Annual Antique City Car Show - Walnut
Walnut’s beautiful Antique City Drive is the site for this amazing display of antique cars. For more information, contact Ed Ransom at 712.784.3892.
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August 9 |
Perseid’s Meteor Shower - Hitchcock Nature Center, Honey Creek
View the Perseid’s Meteor Shower from a Loess Hills ridge top starting at 8:30 p.m. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and binoculars for an evening of star-studded skies. For more information, call 712.545.3283.
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August 16 |
Real Maple Syrup Pancake Feed - Botna Bend Park, Hancock
Enjoy grilled pancakes topped with real maple syrup, sausage, coffee and orange juice from 8:30-11:00 a.m. Free will donations accepted. For more information, call 712.741.5465.
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August 20-24 |
Country Music Jamboree - Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds, Avoca
Country music fans can delight in this week long festival of country music. Several entertainers, contests and family fun. For more information, contact Deb Henningsen at 712.482.6220.
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August 23 |
Donia Days - Macedonia
Donia Days’ activities include a car show, parade, buffalo chip throwing contest, kid’s games and firemen’s dinner. Both a teen and adult dance round out the day’s events. For more information, contact Macedonia City Hall at 712.486.2323.
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August 30-September 1 |
Hoo Doo Days - Neola
No small town celebration is more infamous than Hoo Doo Days in Neola! Labor Day weekend events include a teen street dance Saturday night, lawn mower tractor pulls on Sunday and street dance for adults featuring the “Fork in the Road” band. The parade on Labor Day starts at 11:00 a.m. and is followed by midway rides, tractor pulls and a car show. Food and beer stands. For more information, contact Neola City Hall at 712.485.2307.
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| September |
Oakland Fall Festival - Oakland
Oakland is reviving and old tradition, their fall festival! Activities include, tractor show, games for the kids, outdoor open market, and entertainment. The days events will end with a dinner and variety show. For more information on the dates & time contact Randi Henderson 712.482.3188.
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September 6 |
Monarch Tagging - Hitchcock Nature Center, Honey Creek
Come and learn more about these fascinating creatures. From 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. visitors will have the opportunity to catch and tag monarch butterflies in the park. Nets, tags and refreshments provided. For more information, call 712.545.3283.
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September 6-7 |
Carstens Farm Days - Shelby
The signature event of Carstens 1880 Farmstead is where Iowa farm history comes alive. Enjoy steam engines powering antique threshing machinery, a parade, crafts, entertainment, as well as food galore. The buildings will be alive with demonstrations that will bring back memories for older visitors and teach valuable lessons to the younger ones. For more information, call 712.544.2638 (afternoons) or 712.544.2341 (evenings) or visit www.thefarmstead.org.
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September 27 |
HawkWatch Festival - Hitchcock Nature Center, Honey C reek
Join HawkWatchers and keep your eyes on the skies for migrating raptors. HawkWatch festival will include bird activities, hikes in the hills, scheduled programs and refreshments will be served. Expert birders will be on hand to help visitors with bird identification. For more information, call 712.545.3283.
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| Last Weekend in September |
German Heritage Day - Minden 
Bring your lawn chair for an afternoon of listening to your favorite Polka Tune, while enjoying German Style Food. For all ages! Games for the kids, live entertainment, and browse through the old Minden artifacts & pictures. For more information contact Mary Michels at 712.783.2381.
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October 26 |
Halloween Hike - Hitchcock Nature Center, Honey Creek
Wear your costumes and bring little ones for a special Halloween trail from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Hitchcock Nature Center. Other spooktacular events include pumpkin carving and painting, apple bobbing and refreshments. For more information, call 712.545.3283.
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November 16
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Eagle Migration - Hitchcock Nature Center, Honey Creek
Come join the Hitchcock Nature Center from 1:00-4:00 p.m. for the annual Eagle Migration. Recognized as one of the Top 5 HawkWatches in the world for viewing migrating bald eagles. November is the ideal time to view these majestic animals on their journey south. For more information, call 712.545.3283.
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November 28-30 |
26th Annual Christmas Walk - Walnut 
Thousands of lights outline the turn-of-the-century storefronts in downtown Walnut and a live towering Christmas tree dominates the brick streets. Sip on spiced cider while shopping in one of Walnut’s many antiques shops or in displays by visiting dealers in this beautiful setting. Horse-drawn carriage and sleigh rides. Special store hours. For more information, call 712.784.2100.
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November 29 |
Old Fashioned Christmas - Avoca 
Celebrate Christmas in Avoca! Enjoy treats, decorations with lights, soup supper, visits from Santa and hayrack rides. Come see the Memory Tree located in the Library. For more information, contact Rhonda Holst at 712.343.6697.
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December 3 |
14th Annual Christmas in Carson - Carson
Carson really shines when the city starts the Christmas season by lighting the traditional luminaries. Soup supper at the Community Building and shops open from 5:00-8:00 p.m. for all to enjoy the Christmas spirit. Santa even makes a visit! For more information, contact Carson City Hall at 712.484.3636.
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2009
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