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KYL May adult library special events planned

WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be hosting a variety of special events in May Plant Smarter, Not Harder with Alison Studer — Please join us on May 13 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. to hear some landscaping Do’s and Don’ts for DIYers. Alison Studer, a landscape designer and an ISA Certified Arborist will be sharing tips on getting the best from your landscaping. How to “READ” a Cemetery — In preparation of Memorial Day, Kendall Young Library will be hosting a program on “How to “READ” a Cemetery.” On May 20 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Jen Ohzourk from the West Des ...

Garden Club plant and garden sale Thursday

The annual plant and garden sale sponsored by the Fort Dodge Federated Garden Club is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or sold out) Thursday at the Lion’s Den, 731 Exposition Drive. The sale will include annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables and bulbs. The perennials will be freshly dug from members’ gardens, showing that they are plants that will overwinter in Iowa In addition, garden-related books, magazines, tools, garden art and garden-themed items, such as vases, decor, and puzzles, will be available. The plant sale helps fund local activities and programs, such as the Webster County ...

Donations requested for Respect for Life rummage sale

St. Edmond Respect for Life Student Group is accepting donations for the annual Respect for Life rummage sale to be held June 6 and 7. The collection times and dates are 3 to 4 p.m. on May 4 and 25 at the Corpus Christi Center, 403 N. Eighth St., north entrance. Items requested include baby items, home decor and furniture, functioning appliances and tools. Damaged or stained items cannot be accepted.

Badger Lions pancake breakfast is Sunday

BADGER — Badger Lions Club is holding a pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Sunday at the Badger Fire Station, Badger. The menu is all the pancakes you can eat plus sausage, eggs, orange juice, milk or coffee for a freewill donation. Those attending are asked to bring used eyeglasses and hearing aids for the Lions to recycle. Net profit will support community and Lions projects.

KYL May teen events planned

WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be having variety of teen events throughout May. Teen Lounge — Patrons in sixth through 12th grade are invited each Tuesday in May from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Join us weekly for special activities, video games, snacks, crafts, board games, and more. This time and place is perfect to hang out with friends and is a come-and-go style event. Early Out Movies (8 year olds through 12th grade) — Youths are invited on Wednesday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. to watch “Mufasa.” Popcorn provided. Homeschool TECH BUILD — Students will have time to work on a ...

KYL May adult library monthly programs announced

WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be having Adult Programs throughout the month of May. Adult Book Club — Kendall Young Library invites you to join for the May Book Club discussion about “The Thursday Murder Club,” by Richard Osman. Books are available at the adult checkout if you are interested in participating. We will be meeting on May 13 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. to discuss. A book for the June Book Club will be announced and available at this time. Adult Evening Book Club — Kendall Young Library invites you to join in the Adult Evening Book Club discussion on the ...