Calendar of Events - Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and Industry
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Friday, June 6, 5 - 8 pm and Saturday, June 7, 8 - 2 pm. Milk & Honey Party Room, 919 7th Street, Harlan. Find unique treasures at unbeatable prices. 

Kids clothes
women's clothes
shoes
odds and ends
books
kitchen and Homegoods
most items sold for $1
more info...		6/6/2025
-6/7/2025		Friday, June 6, 5 - 8 pm and Saturday, June 7, 8 - 2 pm.

Every Tuesday and Saturday in June, stop by the HMU office to see a demonstration of the new IPTV service being offered starting July 1.

 
more info...		6/7/2025Tuesday and Saturday

Level Up Your Guessing Game! Think you’ve got the skills to win? Stop by the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, from June 3–14 and guess how many puzzle pieces are in the jar!
more info...		6/7/2025June 3–14

Sunday, June 8, 10 am. Faith Family Church, 2099 Chatburn Avenue, Harlan. 

Join us for our annual church picnic featuring an outdoor church service, potluck grill-out, and fun activities for all ages! We ask that each family sign up at the information booth for one service area to help us make this fun event happen. Bring your lawn chairs, modest swim attire, and a large dish to share. We can't wait to spend the day with you!
more info...		6/8/202510 am

Monday, June 9, 11:15 am. Elm Crest Senior Living Community, 2104 12th Street, Harlan. 

Join us as we visit our older friends at Elm Crest Nursing Home for this outdoor story time filled with songs, stories, and snacks!
more info...		6/9/202511:15 am

Monday, June 9, 3:30 - 5 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. 

Teens ages 13 and up are invited to hang out in our Teen Space, where we will have snacks, drinks, music, and crafts!
more info...		6/9/20253:30pm to 5:00pm

Have you been spring cleaning out your files?  Save the dates for SCSB's 2025 Shred Days!

HARLAN WEST BRANCH, 2010 23rd Street, Saturday, April 26 @ 9-11 AM

IDA GROVE BRANCH, 200 Moorehead Avenue, Tuesday, June 10 @ 9-10 AM

DANBURY BRANCH, 202 Main Street, Tuesday, June 10 @ 10:30-11:30 AM
more info...		6/10/2025See times listed above

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		6/10/20259:30 am

Tuesday, June 10, IWCC Shelby County Scholarship Scramble. Held at Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. 

Hole assignments - 11:45 am. Shotgun start - 12 pm. $75 per person, $40 per cart. Registration includes free brats on the hill, flight prizes, game participation, and a light meal following competition of the scramble. 

Event fills quickly, register early. 
more info...		6/10/2025Hole assignments - 11:45 am. Shotgun start - 12 pm

Tuesday, June 10, 6:30 pm at the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Presented by the Danish Windmill.
more info...		6/10/20256:30 pm

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		6/10/202510 am

Every Tuesday and Saturday in June, stop by the HMU office to see a demonstration of the new IPTV service being offered starting July 1.

 
more info...		6/10/2025Tuesday and Saturday

Level Up Your Guessing Game! Think you’ve got the skills to win? Stop by the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, from June 3–14 and guess how many puzzle pieces are in the jar!
more info...		6/10/2025June 3–14

Tuesday, June 10, 10 - 11:30. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. 

Paint with us on the prairie! For this month’s SPARK! program, we will grab a canvas, sit out on the overlook, gather inspiration, and paint a landscape scene from the Jens Jensen Prairie Landscape Park.
more info...		6/10/202510:00am to 11:30am

Tuesday, June 10, 12 - 1 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. 

This book club is open to the public. See library staff to get the book - "Grass".
more info...		6/10/202512:00pm to 1:00pm

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		6/11/202510 am

Level Up Your Guessing Game! Think you’ve got the skills to win? Stop by the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, from June 3–14 and guess how many puzzle pieces are in the jar!
more info...		6/12/2025June 3–14

The Lied Irwin Public Library invites you to our sweetest summer addition:  Candyland Concoctions  — a magical storytime for ages 2–5 filled with tales as delightful as a gumdrop trail!

Bring your little gumdrops, jellybeans, and sweet peas to Library Land for a storytime based on the board game, Candy Land.
more info...		6/12/202510 am

Get ready for an incredible four-day experience interacting with local businesses, diving into awesome STEM materials, and getting hands-on with robots!

This is for students entering 3rd - 6th Grade. Limited to the first 50 students. 

Harlan Community Intermediate Building, 1401 19th Street, Harlan, 9 -11 am. Registration form can be found here.  
more info...		6/12/20259:00am to 11:00am

Friday, June 13, 5 pm. Milk & Honey, 919 7th Street, Harlan. 

Support young entrepreneurs. Bar and kitchen open too.

If you'd like to vend, email milkandhoneyiowa@gmail.com for info
more info...		6/13/20255 pm

Friday, June 13, 10 -11 am. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. 

Stories will be read by the Elk Horn Public Librarian. There will be snacks and activities to match each monthly theme.  Held in collaboration with the Elk Horn Public Library.
more info...		6/13/202510:00am to 11:00am

Game Day, 2 – 4 pm. Shelby Community Hall, 500 East Street, Shelby. Make sure to stop by for games, fun, socialization and treats. 
more info...		6/13/20252:00pm to 4:00pm

Saturday, June 14, 3 pm with Princess Irelynd McCarthy. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. 

Registration is required. Please call the library at 712-782-3335, email at liedlibrary@fmctc.com, or message us on Facebook.

Girls may bring an uncle, grandpa, older brother, or someone else special in their life.
more info...		6/14/20253 pm

Every Tuesday and Saturday in June, stop by the HMU office to see a demonstration of the new IPTV service being offered starting July 1.

 
more info...		6/14/2025Tuesday and Saturday

Level Up Your Guessing Game! Think you’ve got the skills to win? Stop by the Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, from June 3–14 and guess how many puzzle pieces are in the jar!
more info...		6/14/2025June 3–14

Saturday, June 14, Saturday, July 12, and Saturday, August 9, 10 - 11 am. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. 

Grab your yoga mat and join instructor Katie Sandquist of Yoga to Love our Bodies for monthly community wellness surrounded by the beauty of nature. All levels are welcome.

$8 per session. $6 per session for museum members. Please register for each session individually. 
more info...		6/14/202510:00am to 11:00am

Sunday, June 15, 7:30 - 11 am. Rushenberg Field, Harlan Municipal Airport, Hwy 59 South, Harlan.

Breakfast is free to all fly-ins. Adults - $12, age 10 and under - $6. Serving bacon, eggs, pancakes, milk, juice, and coffee.

Sponsored by: 8-Ball Aviation Club
more info...		6/15/20257:30am to 11:00am

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		6/17/20259:30 am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		6/17/202510 am

Every Tuesday and Saturday in June, stop by the HMU office to see a demonstration of the new IPTV service being offered starting July 1.

 
more info...		6/17/2025Tuesday and Saturday

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		6/18/202510 am

Wednesday, June 18, 10 - 12 pm. Showing, "The Maltese Falcon". Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. 

The library staff will have popcorn and donuts. 
more info...		6/18/202510:00am to 12:00pm

The Lied Irwin Public Library invites you to our sweetest summer addition:  Candyland Concoctions  — a magical storytime for ages 2–5 filled with tales as delightful as a gumdrop trail!

Bring your little gumdrops, jellybeans, and sweet peas to Library Land for a storytime based on the board game, Candy Land.
more info...		6/19/202510 am

Thursday, June 19, 12 - 1 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn.

Program - 250 Years of Royal Copenhagen. This is a free event. 
more info...		6/19/202512:00pm to 1:00pm

Thursday, June 19, 4 - 7 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. 

Stop in any time between 4 and 7pm, and bring a gently used board game, card game, or puzzle to swap with another. Cool down with a sweet treat that'll be provided by the library. Open to all ages!
more info...		6/19/20254:00pm to 7:00pm

Thursday, June 19, 4:30 - 7:30 pm. Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. 

Kids ages 12 & up are invited to join the adventure! In this D&D Workshop, you'll hone your game playing skills, work on character development, and perfect your storytelling. Thee hours of immersive D&D. Pizza will be served. Registration is required: https://harlan-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5472798
more info...		6/19/20254:30pm to 7:30pm

Car & Bike Night on the Square, Harlan, IA. Live entertainment. Held on the third Thursday, May through August, 6 - 9 pm. 
more info...		6/19/20256:00pm to 9:00pm

This year's tournament will be held at the Shelby County Golf Course, 1242 F32, Harlan. Cost is $225 per team, cart rental is $30 per cart. Entry fee includes golf, flag/door prizes, and light dinner.
more info...		6/20/2025Friday, June 20

Every Tuesday and Saturday in June, stop by the HMU office to see a demonstration of the new IPTV service being offered starting July 1.

 
more info...		6/21/2025Tuesday and Saturday

Myrtue Medical Center's Public Health Department invites Shelby County expecting women to a Community Baby Shower. 

Saturday, June 21, 9 - 11 am. McKee Community Room - Elm Crest Senior Community, north east side across from Merrill Field, Harlan. 

We want to celebrate you and your family. Prizes, giveaways, food, and fun for all registered expectant parents. Companions are welcome. 

To claim your spot, pre-register here. 
more info...		6/21/20259:00am to 1:00pm

Saturday, June 21, 6 - 10 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn.

Sankt Hans Aften, or Saint John’s Eve, is a Danish style midsummer festival. Join us at the Museum of Danish America for rød pølse, s’mores and snobrød, and a bonfire at sunset! The museum is open for browsing and shopping, and we encourage you to bring your own lawn games, seating, beverages, etc. Live music and theater programs are often a part of the celebration. All are welcome to join this free event. 
more info...		6/21/20256:00pm to 10:00pm

Substitute Teacher Authorization. Choose from a 4-day Zoom classes or 4-week self-paced course. Cost is $260

Dates: 4-day course with Zoom: Monday, June 23, Monday, August 11, or Monday, September 22

Dates 4-week onine self-paced course: Tuesday, July 8 or Tuesday, October 7.

For more information, please visit https://www.iwcc.edu/ce/substitute-authorization/
 
more info...		6/23/2025See times listed above

Monday, June 23 - Lego Car Racing, 2 - 4 pm.
Tuesday, June 24 - Build A Boardgame, 2 - 4:30 pm.

All day, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) activities inside the Harlan Community Library, 718 Court Street, Harlan. 

 
more info...		6/23/2025
-6/24/2025		Monday, June 23 - 2 - 4 pm; Tuesday, June 24 2 - 4:30 pm

Monday, June 23, 8 - 2 pm. Myrtue Medical Center Auble Room, 1213 Garfield Avenue, Harlan.

To schedule an appointment, please call Ruth Pitkin at 712-755-4316.
more info...		6/23/20258:00am to 2:00pmRuth Pitkin

Monday, June 23, 12 - 3 pm. Harlan Intermediate School, 1401 19th Street, Harlan. Presented by Thriving Families Alliance, HMS (Harrison, Monona, Shelby) Hub and Shelby County Present Child Abuse Council. Register today. 

Come early for connection. Join the HMS Hub Collaborative Meeting from 10 am - 12 pm. 
more info...		6/23/202512:00pm to 3:00pm

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		6/24/20259:30 am

Tuesday, June 24, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Pizza and wine will be provided. 
more info...		6/24/20256:30 pm

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		6/24/202510 am

Tuesday, June 24, 6:30 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. 

Join us as we indulge in pizza and wine as we discuss the book "Playing for Pizza" by John Grisham. Copies of the book are available for check out at the library.
more info...		6/24/20256:30 pm

Every Tuesday and Saturday in June, stop by the HMU office to see a demonstration of the new IPTV service being offered starting July 1.

 
more info...		6/24/2025Tuesday and Saturday

Tuesday, June 24, 9 - 3 pm. IWCC Shelby County Center, 1901 Hawkeye Avenue, Harlan. 

Iowa Western Community College - Shelby County Center will be hosting upcoming 6th through 8th grade students for Summer Camp. 

Registration is now open. Learn more and register online. Registration is $35 and includes lunch. 
more info...		6/24/20259:00am to 3:00pm

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		6/25/202510 am

Wednesday, June 25, 10 am. This event will be held at North Park, 5th & Main Street, Harlan. 

Join us for a morning of outdoor fun at the park as we explore physical literacy and all the new outdoor kits offered by the library. Play cornhole, parachute games, volleyball, croquet, badminton, try an obstacle course, and more! Start with Yoga led by Katie Sandquist.
more info...		6/25/202510 am

Thursday, June 26, 9 - 11 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Christina Roelofs, Shelby County Naturalist will be here. 

Meet us at the Irwin School Football Field for a morning of learning archery skills and atl atl. This event is for adults, teens, ahd tweens. 
more info...		6/26/20259:00am to 11:00am

Get ready for an incredible four-day experience interacting with local businesses, diving into awesome STEM materials, and getting hands-on with robots!

This is for students entering 3rd - 6th Grade. Limited to the first 50 students. 

Harlan Community Intermediate Building, 1401 19th Street, Harlan, 9 -11 am. Registration form can be found here.  
more info...		6/26/20259:00am to 11:00am

Come join the Shelby County Chamber at Sunset Scoops, 1014 6th Street, Harlan on Friday, June 27 at 2 pm for their ribbon cutting. 
more info...		6/27/20252 pm

Every Tuesday and Saturday in June, stop by the HMU office to see a demonstration of the new IPTV service being offered starting July 1.

 
more info...		6/28/2025Tuesday and Saturday

Saturday, June 28, 9 am. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. Stop in for donuts and coffee. Donuts are made by Christian's Rise Donuts from Harlan, IA. The profits go to benefit the library with future programming.
more info...		6/28/20259 am

Saturday, June 28, 9 - 3 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn, IA.

Unleash Your Inner Viking: A Day of Adventure!

Embark on an unforgettable journey back in time to the age of Vikings! Our action-packed Viking Camp offers a thrilling and educational experience, connecting the legendary Norse seafarers to the rich tapestry of Danish culture. Held in collaboration with the Danish Windmill.

Who should join the adventure:

This camp is perfect for curious kids (grades 4th - 8th), eager to explore history, engage in hands-on activities, and discover the fascinating world of the Vikings and their connection to Danish culture. Lunch Provided.

Cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Register here. 

Contact – Anna Thomas M.A.
Youth and Community Educator
anna.thomas@danishmuseum.org
712.764.7001


more info...		6/28/20259:00am to 3:00pm

Monday, June 30, 1 pm. Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin. 

Youth 10+ can join us at the library to create, design, and build their own board game. All supplies and snacks will be provided. Registration is required. Call the library 712-782-3335.
more info...		6/30/20251:00pm to 4:00pm

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		7/1/20259:30 am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/1/202510 am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/2/202510 am

The Lied Irwin Public Library invites you to our sweetest summer addition:  Candyland Concoctions  — a magical storytime for ages 2–5 filled with tales as delightful as a gumdrop trail!

Bring your little gumdrops, jellybeans, and sweet peas to Library Land for a storytime based on the board game, Candy Land.
more info...		7/3/202510 am

Are you looking for a way to travel the country and make money doing it? Start your career now at IWCC. Check out their website. 

Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Tuition Cost: $4,700

Program Highlights:

  • Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
  • Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
  • State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
  • CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.

Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.


Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks. Tuition Cost: $2,000.

Program Highlights:

  • Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
  • Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
  • CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.

Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.

Program Highlights:

  • Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
  • Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
  • CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.

Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.


more info...		7/7/2025July 7, July 14, August 11, and September 15

Substitute Teacher Authorization. Choose from a 4-day Zoom classes or 4-week self-paced course. Cost is $260

Dates: 4-day course with Zoom: Monday, June 23, Monday, August 11, or Monday, September 22

Dates 4-week onine self-paced course: Tuesday, July 8 or Tuesday, October 7.

For more information, please visit https://www.iwcc.edu/ce/substitute-authorization/
 
more info...		7/8/2025See times listed above

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		7/8/20259:30 am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/8/202510 am

Tuesday, July 8, 10 -11:30 am. Musuem of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. 

Embrace the lavender haze! For July’s SPARK! program, we will discuss the benefits of lavender and its various uses throughout history while sipping on lavender lemonade and sampling lavender treats.
more info...		7/8/202510:00am to 11:30am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/9/202510 am

The Lied Irwin Public Library, 509 Ann Street, Irwin, is hosting this event on the following days: Thursday, June 5, Thursday, July 10, and Thursday, August 14, at 9 am. Coffee and cards will be provided. 

Enjoy a cup or two of coffee and conversation at the Lied Irwin Public Library. Visit and play a few hands of cards while you are here too!
more info...		7/10/20259 am

Get ready for an incredible four-day experience interacting with local businesses, diving into awesome STEM materials, and getting hands-on with robots!

This is for students entering 3rd - 6th Grade. Limited to the first 50 students. 

Harlan Community Intermediate Building, 1401 19th Street, Harlan, 9 -11 am. Registration form can be found here.  
more info...		7/10/20259:00am to 11:00am

Friday, June 11, 9 am. Shelby County Fairgrounds Farm Bureau Ag Pavilion, 314 4th Street, Harlan.

Join us at the Shelby County Fairground. Find out about what about all the different events and what is new.
 
more info...		7/11/20259 am

Game Day, 2 – 4 pm. Shelby Community Hall, 500 East Street, Shelby. Make sure to stop by for games, fun, socialization and treats. 
more info...		7/11/20252:00pm to 4:00pm

Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13. Harlan Golf & Country Club, 2503 12th Street, Harlan. 

It’s time once again that we start thinking about our 64th Annual Couples Weekend! 

We hope you will consider playing in the tournament and sticking around for dinner, drinks, and free entertainment!  Can’t play in the tournament?  You are still welcome to join us later in the evening!
 
more info...		7/12/2025
-7/13/2025		Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13

Saturday, June 14, Saturday, July 12, and Saturday, August 9, 10 - 11 am. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn. 

Grab your yoga mat and join instructor Katie Sandquist of Yoga to Love our Bodies for monthly community wellness surrounded by the beauty of nature. All levels are welcome.

$8 per session. $6 per session for museum members. Please register for each session individually. 
more info...		7/12/202510:00am to 11:00am

Are you looking for a way to travel the country and make money doing it? Start your career now at IWCC. Check out their website. 

Our Class A CDL training provides the skills you need to drive semi-trailers safely and confidently in just four weeks.
Tuition Cost: $4,700

Program Highlights:

  • Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Study the basics at your own pace.
  • Hands-On Driving Training: Practice turning, backing, and driving on rural and suburban roads.
  • State-of-the-Art Simulators: Hone your skills with cutting-edge virtual training.
  • CDL Testing: Take your DOT exam with our Iowa DOT-certified examiner.

Completion Time: Four weeks, with early testing available for proficient students.


Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks. Tuition Cost: $2,000.

Program Highlights:

  • Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
  • Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
  • CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.

Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.

Earn your Class B CDL to operate vehicles like dump trucks and straight trucks in as little as 2–3 weeks.

Program Highlights:

  • Online Entry-Level Driver Theory (ELDT): Flexible online learning.
  • Hands-On Training: Road and range instruction with experienced instructors.
  • CDL Testing: Iowa DOT-certified exam included.

Completion Time: 2–3 weeks, with early testing available.


more info...		7/14/2025July 7, July 14, August 11, and September 15

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		7/15/20259:30 am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/15/202510 am

Reasons for taking this 10-week course: Prepare for the HiSet; Improve reading, writing, science, social study, or math skills. Allows for intense study and practice, so you can reach your learning goal more quickly. 

Sign up and earn your HSED today. IWCC Shelby County Center - Harlan, 712-755-3568 or email Pam.
more info...		7/15/2025See dates and time below

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/16/202510 am

Reasons for taking this 10-week course: Prepare for the HiSet; Improve reading, writing, science, social study, or math skills. Allows for intense study and practice, so you can reach your learning goal more quickly. 

Sign up and earn your HSED today. IWCC Shelby County Center - Harlan, 712-755-3568 or email Pam.
more info...		7/17/2025See dates and time below

The Lied Irwin Public Library invites you to our sweetest summer addition:  Candyland Concoctions  — a magical storytime for ages 2–5 filled with tales as delightful as a gumdrop trail!

Bring your little gumdrops, jellybeans, and sweet peas to Library Land for a storytime based on the board game, Candy Land.
more info...		7/17/202510 am

Thursday, July 17, 7:30 pm. Christian's Rise Donuts, during Roar into Harlan on the Historic Downtown Square in Harlan. 

Do you think you have what it takes to devour the competition? 

Register at Harlan City Hall, 711 Durant Street, Harlan or call 712-755-5137.

All proceeds to go Grandma B's Dream Playground Re-Imagined at Pioneer Park. 
more info...		7/17/20257:30 pm

Car & Bike Night on the Square, Harlan, IA. Live entertainment. Held on the third Thursday, May through August, 6 - 9 pm. 
more info...		7/17/20256:00pm to 9:00pm

Save the Date - Saturday, July 19. Fundraiser for Grandma B's Dream Playground Re-Imagined, Veteran's Memorial Auditorium, 1104 Morningview Drive, Harlan. For updates, please follow on Facebook. 
more info...		7/19/2025Saturday, July 19

Saturday, July 19, 9 - 3 pm. Museum of Danish America, 2212 Washington Street, Elk Horn.  

Unleash Your Inner Potter: A Danish Ceramics Inspired Camp!

Immerse yourself in the art of ceramics and the elegance of Danish design in our exciting Ceramics Camp! This hands-on experience offers a unique blend of cultural exploration and creative expression, perfect for budding artists – Grades 4th – 8th

All Materials Included: We provide all the necessary clay, tools, glazes (for fired pieces), paints, and firing services. Just bring your enthusiasm and creativity! Lunch Provided.

Cost is $20 for members; $25 for non-members. Register here. 



Contact – Anna Thomas M.A.
Youth and Community Educator
anna.thomas@danishmuseum.org
712.764.7001
more info...		7/19/20259:00am to 3:00pm

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		7/22/20259:30 am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/22/202510 am

Reasons for taking this 10-week course: Prepare for the HiSet; Improve reading, writing, science, social study, or math skills. Allows for intense study and practice, so you can reach your learning goal more quickly. 

Sign up and earn your HSED today. IWCC Shelby County Center - Harlan, 712-755-3568 or email Pam.
more info...		7/22/2025See dates and time below

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/23/202510 am

Reasons for taking this 10-week course: Prepare for the HiSet; Improve reading, writing, science, social study, or math skills. Allows for intense study and practice, so you can reach your learning goal more quickly. 

Sign up and earn your HSED today. IWCC Shelby County Center - Harlan, 712-755-3568 or email Pam.
more info...		7/24/2025See dates and time below

Join us as we celebrate this new business in Elk Horn, Hygge Inn & Suites, 4037 Main Street, Elk Horn. You will meet the owners, Perry & Shauna Gross and find out more about the services they provide. The ribbon cutting will take place at 10 am on Friday, July 25. 
more info...		7/25/202510 am

Saturday, July 26, 10 - 2 pm. Shelby County Speedway, 314 4th Street, Harlan. Free for the public. Presented by Schmidt Motor Workx and Gregersen Motorsports - Driving for Life. 

No registration required. All vehicles welcomed. Race cars, tractors, and bike are allowed.

Food provided by The Buck Snort. 

Live music from 12 - 2 pm. 
more info...		7/26/202510:00am to 2:00pm

Join the Harlan Community Library staff on Tuesdays at 9:30 am, for a 15-20 minute walk, starting at the Pine Street Shelter at Pioneer Park in Harlan. We will end the walk with an optional story and snack for kids under the shelter. All ages are welcome!
more info...		7/29/20259:30 am

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/29/202510 am

Reasons for taking this 10-week course: Prepare for the HiSet; Improve reading, writing, science, social study, or math skills. Allows for intense study and practice, so you can reach your learning goal more quickly. 

Sign up and earn your HSED today. IWCC Shelby County Center - Harlan, 712-755-3568 or email Pam.
more info...		7/29/2025See dates and time below

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		7/30/202510 am

Reasons for taking this 10-week course: Prepare for the HiSet; Improve reading, writing, science, social study, or math skills. Allows for intense study and practice, so you can reach your learning goal more quickly. 

Sign up and earn your HSED today. IWCC Shelby County Center - Harlan, 712-755-3568 or email Pam.
more info...		7/31/2025See dates and time below

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		8/5/202510 am

Reasons for taking this 10-week course: Prepare for the HiSet; Improve reading, writing, science, social study, or math skills. Allows for intense study and practice, so you can reach your learning goal more quickly. 

Sign up and earn your HSED today. IWCC Shelby County Center - Harlan, 712-755-3568 or email Pam.
more info...		8/5/2025See dates and time below

HERE IT IS! OUR FREE SUMMER KIDS MOVIE LINEUP!!

June 10-11 - THE WILD ROBOT
June 17-18 - DESPICABLE ME 4
June 24-25 - KUNG FU PANDA 4
July 1-2 - CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS
July 8-9 - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3
July 15-16 - TRANSFORMERS ONE
July 22-23 - IF
July 29-30 - CURIOUS GEORGE
August 5-6 - THE GARFIELD MOVIE

All shows at 10 am. 
more info...		8/6/202510 am
5K Run for Project Eliminate
5K Run for Project Eliminate Family Event scheduled for Spring 2016
more info...		Coming Soon...

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