Twin Creek Movie Theater in Bellevue
Movies are $2. Showtimes are Saturday at 10 and Sunday at 11.

Feb. 12-13 Nanny McFee Returns
Feb 19-20 Alpha and Omega
Feb 26-27 Cats and Dogs Revenge of Kitty Galore
March 5-6 Legend of Guardians
March 12-13 Megamind
March 19-20 Yogi Bear

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Community Events

Soup & Song will be held December 5th from 5-7 PM at Holy Rosary Church. Tickets are $10 each or $30 for a family. All donations from the evening will be used for utility assistance in our community. Local musicians will include the Bells of Grace (with our own Monica M.)

Humane Society Spaghetti Dinner will be held December 11th from 4-7 PM at GUMC. For more info contact the Opinion Tribune or Holly at 527 0753

Advent Festival

The Grace United Methodist Church Advent Festival is Wednesday, December 8th from 4-7 p.m.

Any children ages 2 years through 6th grade are welcome to participate.

There will be several different crafts to make, cookies to decorate and eat, and shopping for Christmas presents in the Christmas Shoppe. While children are shopping for family members and friends, a tea room is available for adults to enjoy a cup of hot cider and goodies. Otherwise parents are encouraged to accompany their children during the festival. Most importantly, there will be a Nativity to visit and hear the story of baby Jesus. This is a very special time to talk to Joseph and Mary and to remember the importance of Christ’s birth. Children may bring a new gift to present Jesus which will be donated to The Love Tree.

Glenwood Lights on the Square

Glenwood Lights on the Square Holiday Spectacular
4:30pm-8:00pm * December 2nd
Chamber sponsored After Hours at SUNBRIDGES- Cash bar, Cocoa, Cider and Goodies
Soup Supper at The SENIOR CENTER from 6:00pm-8:00pm ~ good will donation
Santa pays a visit at the SENIOR CENTER
**MOPS of Glenwood will have cookie decorating for the children at The SENIOR CENTER**
Live Music at the SUNBRIDGES and The SENIOR CENTER
Parade of Trees at the Mills County HISTORICAL MUSEUM
A Family Christmas Savanger Hunt- pick up your questions at The SENIOR CENTER
Hayrack Rides in the TOWN SQUARE provided by Garden Treasures
MCCORMICK STATION has Wine Tasting from 4:30pm-8:00pm
MANY of our Local BUSINESSES will be open late to show their customer appreciation, get your holiday goodies and/or services right here in GLENWOOD.

Festival of Trees

Join us for a tour of the Mills County Museum's Festival of Trees on December 4th at 9:00. We will tour the 35+ trees on display at the museum and then enjoy some juice and rolls. You are welcome to bring your kids with you if wanted.

You won't want to miss the MOPS tree and the MOPPETS tree- made with ornaments created by our own little ones!

Please RSVP to Amber at amberloo22@aol.com by December 2nd

VeggieTales Live!

Veggie Tales Live Presents Sing Yourself Silly at the Bellevue Christian Center November 16th at 2 PM & 7 PM

The Veggies are at it again! Bob, Larry and the whole crew are taking to the stage with the silliest Silly Song Countdown ever! They have prepared the best of the best, the most classic of the classic, and the absolute silliest of the silly. But sometimes silliness just isn't enough! Archie prefers lesson songs, Mr. Lunt wants to sing about food, and Jimmy and Jerry are stuck in the 80's! Everyone wants their turn, and their songs in the show, but there's only so much time! The entire VeggieTales crew will have to learn the importance of sharing to make this show work!

A high-energy song and dance spectacular for the whole family, this show will have you singing along, dancing in the aisles and smiling so hard your teeth will ache! Fan favorites include classic silly songs such as His Cheeseburger, I Love My Lips, The Hairbrush Song, and so many more! So join your favorite singing and dancing Veggies and SING YOURSELF SILLY!

Purchase your tickets in the foyer on Sunday or at itickets.com.

Special Offer

Dr. Seuss’ magical tale How The Grinch Stole Christmas
comes to life in this hit Broadway musical, featuring favorite songs like
You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch and Welcome, Christmas
from the original animated TV special. Share this heartwarming
holiday classic with the ones you love!

$10 off each ticket!* Promo code: GREEN
Hurry – Limited time offer!

Click here to purchase tickets

Halloween Happenings!

Glenwood Volunteer Fire Department
Pancake Feed
October 31st 9 AM- 1 PM
Free Will Offering

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Trick or Treat at Linwood Estates
700 N. Linn St.
5:30-7 PM

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Cookies & Cocoa at the Fire Station
Halloween Evening 7-9 PM
Free Glow necklaces starting at 5 PM

Photo Day with My MoJo Photo

Photo Day with My MoJo Photo-- October 23 & October 28

Check out the pics at My MoJo Photo.

This is a great opportunity to get some photos of your children or family in time for the holidays. Joanna takes amazing photos and they will be treasured for years to come. She is offering a special MOPS package for $45. The package includes 8x10, 2 5x7s, and 8 wallets. Additional sheets will be available for $15 (meaning $15 for one 8x10, $15 for 2-5x7s or 4x6s, and $15 for 8 wallets.) Larger prints are available and would be discounted as well.

Please BOOK YOUR SESSION NOW to reserve your time-- email amberloo22@aol.com with time choice and # of people in photo.

Times available are:

October 23rd
9:00 Tanis
9:45 Roni
10:30 Ashley
11:15 Amber
12:30 Christie
3:00
4:15 Lynette
5:00 Anne P.
5:45

October 28th
3:30
4:15
5:00 Leeann
5:45
6:30

MOPS Fall Family Party

The Fall Family Party last year was so much fun! We hope you will join us as we look forward to another great day!

When: Saturday October 16th, 2010

11:00 AM

Where: Garden Treasures- Glenwood

We will be taking a hayrack ride out to the "pumpkin patch" and pumpkins are available for purchase if desired.

Sack lunches are welcome and costumes are welcome!

Please RSVP by October 9th so we have an accurate count.

Glenwood Scarecrow Day

8th Annual Glenwood Squarecrow Day!
Saturday, October 23, 2010

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Treating on the Glenwood Square, Hayrides, and 4-H games

10 - 11 a.m. Costume Parade Registration @ Legion

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Chili/Hot Dog Feed @ Legion

11:15 a.m. Costume Parade Line-up and Judging on courthouse lawn

11:30 a.m. Costume Parade around courthouse sidewalk

12 p.m. Costume Parade winners announced & prizes awarded @ Legion

Dallas Holm in Concert
Friday, September 10

Grace United Methodist Church
(112 N. Walnut St., Glenwood, IA)
at 7:00 p.m.

Free Admission - Love Offering to be received
Invite Friends!!

MOPS Bible Study

MOPS will be starting an optional bible study group on Tuesday September 14th. The group will meet on Tuesdays at 9:30 at Grace UMC.

Childcare will be available for a small fee.

The book is available for a discount of $10 and titled Make Over- Revitalizing the Many Roles You Fill. It is from the series "Modern Girl's Bible Study" by Jen Hatmaker. This first bible study should take about 6 weeks to cover.

You can find more info on the author on http://www.jenhatmaker.com/.

Questions about this new group can contact Deena at deena@darmedia.com

Free Family Fun

The Glenwood Davies Amphitheater has two free shows this weekend for the community.

August 27th 7 PM- USAF Brass in Blue (Free Show)

Back again by popular demand, this fantastic group is composed of eleven brass players, one percussionist and one vocalist. Brass In Blue inspires the hearts and minds of military and civilian audiences wherever they perform. The group's repertoire includes classical, pop, marches, jazz, original compositions and patriotic favorites. You won't want to miss this one!

August 29th 7 PM Glenwood Community Band (Free Will Offering)

What better way to wrap up our summer season than a night of great concert band music provided by Glenwood's own. The band will perform a broad selection of music that is sure to entertain everyone.

Mother's of Preschoolers OPEN HOUSE

Wednesday August 25th, 2010

6:30 PM

Grace United Methodist Church- Glenwood

Contact Monica or Christie for more info!

Hope to see you there!

Offutt Air Show- Free Family Fun!

Offutt Air Force Base is hosting the "Defenders of Freedom" Open House and Air Show at the base on August 28th-29th. It is free and open to the public. Gates are scheduled to open at 9 a.m.

Check out their site for more info here.

Keg Creek Days- Event Info

SIDEWALK PARADE FOR ALL AGES AT KEG CREEK DAYS

A parade for people in costume walking or riding decorated bicycles, tricycles, big wheels, wheel chairs, or battery operated cars will be held Saturday, August 28th, at 1:30 PM. Registration begins at 12:30 PM at the Keg Creek Days tent at the Glenwood Lake Park. No enter fee is required. Prizes and trophies will be given in 3 different age groups, 1-5 years, 5 to 14 years, and 14 year and up. There is NO age limit and all ages are encouraged to participate. There are three decorating categories to choose from: Patriotic, Black and Gold, or a theme of your choice. If you need help with decorating your vehicle, the Mothers of Pre-Schoolers (MOPS) will be there to assist you from noon until parade time. Anyone with questions, please call Terry Craig at 520-3656.


BABY AND TODDLERS CONTEST, Saturday, August 28th TIME CHANGE

This year, we have 4 categories for small children to enter. Best smile, Best look-a-like (can be a mother, father, etc.), Prince and Princess of Keg Creek. Best smile and the look-a-like divisions are for newborns to 36 months. The Prince and Princess must be 24 to 48 months old and live in the Glenwood School District. They must also be available to ride in a car for the Homecoming Parade, October 1. 2010. Registration starts at 10:00 AM and the judging will begin at 11:00 AM in Shelter B. Trophies and prizes will be awarded. There are no entry fees. Any questions, please call Terry Craig, 520-3656.

Keg Creek Days Schedule

Keg Creek Days 2010

Saturday, August 28- Glenwood Lake Park

10:00AM Plowing Demonstration by the Keg Creek Antique Machinery Club
Located ¼ mile south of McDonald’s on the East side of the road

Programs move to the Glenwood Lake Park

11:00AM to 3:30PM Pies for Pie Baking Contest register at Museum

10:00AM to 11:00AM Register for Baby Contest, Keg Creek Tent

11:00AM Baby Contest, sponsored by MOPS Shelter B

11:00AM - 5:00PM Children’s Games*, Craft & Information booths, Food Stands *

Noon Mills County Museum, Earth Lodge, & Oregon Trail Encampment open

12:30PM Registration for Sidewalk Parade at the Keg Creek Tent

NOON - 1:00PM Register for Evans Eqpt. Lawnmower Poker Run at Kegler Lounge*

1:00 to 5:00PM Lawnmower Poker Run Ends at Kegler Lounge

1:30PM Sidewalk Parade on sidewalk from the Museum to the Amphitheater+

4:00PM Pie Judging Contest in the Artifact Room at the Museum

Programs move to the Davies Amphitheater

7:00PM – Generations of Rock N’ Roll*

Sunday, Aug 29-Glenwood Lake Park

All Day – Antique Machinery Show & Shine, Craft and Information Booths, Heritage Demonstrations, Native American Displays, Farm Toy Show, Farm Equipment Swap Meet, Food Stands, Raffles, and Games

7:00AM Pancake and Sausage Breakfast at Museum Machinery Hall (inside)*

8:30AM – Downhome Dulcimers with Gospel music at Machinery Hall

10:00AM - Noon – Pam Millsap and the Ramblin’ Country Band Shelter B

10:00AM Tractor Games by Keg Creek Antique Machinery Club

NOON Registration for Pedal Tractor Pull (Myers Pedal Tractor Pulls) at Barn

NOON Mills County Museum, Earth Lodge & Encampment opens until 4:00PM

12:30PM Pedal Tractor Pull

2:00PM Parade of Power (Tractors) Thru the Park

2:30PM Auction Pies and Announce Raffle Winners (After Parade of Power) at shelter north of the Museum

3:00PM – Silver Creek Cloggers at Shelter B

4:00PM – Go Ducky Go Race* Location to be Announced

7:00PM – Davies Amphitheater – Community Band Free Will Donation

Come and join us for a fun weekend
*Some events will require fees. +Prizes will be awarded for some events.
For Plow Day Information Call: John Pitzer 712-527-3194
For Tractor Club Information Call: Dan Sargent 712-527-5127
For Toy Show and Swap Meet Call: Lou Jenson 712-520-3587
For Keg Creek Vendor information: Lou Jenson 712-520-3587
For Other Keg Creek Days Information Call: Terry Craig 712-520-3656

Head on out to the Davies!

2010 Davies Amphitheater Summer 2010 Schedule!

All Shows begin at 7:00 pm(unless otherwish indicated

July 24 - Saturday USAF Night Wing
July 31 - Saturday Rock the Roof Roadshow(starting time TBA)
August 8 - Sunday Streetside
August 13 - Friday Tommy K Band
August 14 - Saturday Sing, Sing,Swing
August 21 - Saturday Lonny LynnOrchestra
August 27 - Friday USAF BrassIn Blue
August 28 - Saturday Generations ofRock 'N' Roll
August 29 - Sunday Glenwood Comm.Band

In the event of inclement weather, show will be moved to the Glenwood High School auditorium.

For more information visithttp://glenwoodnet.com/davies/

Fun for the Whole Family- This Weekend

July 17- 18 9 AM- 5 PM

Take a fun-filled nostalgic trip back to the era of passenger travel, when riding by rail was king. Join in this community-wide celebration of our railroad heritage while visiting some of the best attractions Omaha and Council Bluffs have to offer. A $10 family pass provides admission to all five locations and transportation between locations.

Lauritzen Gardens
The Durham Museum
Union Pacific Railroad Museum
The Historic General Dodge House
RailsWest Railroad Museum