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Fort Dodge Public Library to host September DIY program for adults

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The Fort Dodge Public Library invites adults to get creative and welcome the fall season with a DIY Wooden Bead Pumpkin craft at 6 p.m. on Monday. Participants will create their own adorable wooden bead pumpkin using beads, twine, greenery, and a stick stem. Attendees can choose their own colors and customize their pumpkin to create a cozy fall decoration to take home. This program is open to adults and will be held at the Fort Dodge Public Library. Whether you’re looking for a fun creative activity or simply want to add a little autumn charm to your home, this hands-on craft is a ...

Arrivals: Sept. 19, 2026

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UNITYPOINT HEALTH — TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER VADER — Amanda and Zach Vader, of Pocahontas, a girl, born Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. KENNEDY — Mahinzy Kennedy, of Humboldt, a boy, born Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026. MULVIHILL — Manita and Sean Mulvihill, of Fort Dodge, a girl, born Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026. DREESMAN — RaeChel and Sonny Dreesman, of Fort Dodge, a boy, born Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026. BUNTHAN — Areanna Bunthan, of Fort Dodge, a girl, born Friday, Aug. 28, 2026. SCHNURR — Lauren and Ben Schnurr, of Fort Dodge, a girl, born Friday, Aug. 28, 2026. DAVIS — ...

Bling-a-Book is Oct. 22 at Harcourt Library

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HARCOURT — Bring your favorite book and join us at 6 p.m. on Oct. 22 at the Harcourt Library, 106 W. Second St., Harcourt, to bling it out. Call 515-354-5391 to register for this event. Snacks and drinks will be provided. This program is $5 per person for materials.

Pumpkins and fall go hand in hand

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HUMBOLDT — Fall is here again, which means it is time for SpringVale Farm’s annual festival, Pumpkins and Ponies. The two-day event is set for Oct. 10-11 at the farm, 2603 Lone Tree Road in Humboldt County. Bob and Lonnie Larson purchased SpringVale Farm in 1990. This year is the ...

Harcourt Library to hold craft workshop

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HARCOURT — The Harcourt Public Library will hold a polymer ghost craft workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 13 at the library, 106 W. Second St. Participants will mold two ghosts, bake them and then decorate them with decoupage. There is a $5 charge for materials.

Brown Bag Briefings at FD Public Library

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The Friends of the Fort Dodge Library announce this fall’s installment of the Brown Bag Briefings. They are held at noon every Thursday, beginning Oct. 8, in the meeting room of the Fort Dodge Library, 424 Central Ave. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunch. Water, coffee and cookies will be provided. The briefings last one hour and the public is invited to attend. There is no charge for admission. Oct. 8: Mark Gargano, Webster County Jail administrator, will bring us up to date on plans and reasons that a new jail facility is needed. Oct. 15: Chef Michael Hirst from the ...