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Presidential Road Trips book talk at the Fort Dodge Public Library

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Travel journalist and author Bill Clevlen will give a book talk at noon on Thursday at the Fort Dodge Public Library, 424 Central Ave. Clevlen will discuss his new book, “Presidential Road Trips: 100 Places to Explore and Experience the History of American Presidents.” From the birthplace of George Washington to the train depot where Jimmy Carter launched his presidential campaign, this fun travel guide will help you plan an unforgettable American history lesson. This ultimate presidential road trip includes 100 stops with mansions, museums, grave sites, monuments, memorials, ...

Frontier Days Volunteer Meeting is Sunday

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There will be a Frontier Days volunteer meeting at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the Opera House at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village, 1 Museum Road. Whether you can help at the gates, with activities, setup, cleanup, information, hospitality, or wherever needed, we would love to have you involved. Frontier Days will be held on June 5-7 at the Fort. Please bring a smartphone with you to the meeting so we can help everyone get connected, signed up, and ready for Frontier Days. Sign up to volunteer here: https://forms.gle/TmWFiw4MWkHGM9up6.

Kendall Young Library holds adult programs in May

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will hold Adult Programs throughout the month of May. Books & Bourbon Silent Book Club — Kendall Young Library will host a Silent Book Club at Seneca Street Saloon, 919 Seneca St. This will be our last meet up before fall. Adults are invited to gather together from 5 to 6:30 Thursday. Bring a book, grab a drink, and enjoy an introvert happy hour. This event is always the third Thursday of each month. KYL Adult Events Heather Rice will offer First Aid and CPR Training at Kendall Young Library on Tuesday. This certification is a hybrid ...

The symbols of graduation

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After many years spent toiling in classrooms, many students welcome graduation. Graduating high school or college is a major milestone. It is associated with many symbols that have endured for some time. As graduates prepare to receive their diplomas or degrees, they might be curious to ...

Ruhnke — 100th birthday

Birthdays and Anniversaries

ALGONA — Evelyn Ruhnke, of Algona, will celebrate her 100th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. on May 23 at Trinity Life Center, 520 N. Garfield, Algona. Cards may be sent to her at Van Buren Terrace, Apt #106, 520 S. Blackford St., Algona, IA 50511. Her family includes Dave ...

‘Matilda Jr.’ auditions are Sunday and Monday

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Stage Door Productions will hold auditions for “Matilda Jr.” at 6 p.m. Sunday and Monday at 127 N. 10th St. An online audition packet is available at https://share.google/GJvY5VWmgkihmBuBB. Read the audition materials and fill out the audition form. Inclulde your summer schedule (vacation, camp, etc.) so we can plan rehearsals smoothly. Performances will be held July 16-18 at Iowa Central Community College.