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KYL adult programs scheduled

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KYL adult programs scheduled Kendall Young Library will hold adult programs throughout the month of August. Adult DIY — Participants can explore the art of flower arranging from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. 31. Tyler Burton from Peacock House Flowers will be sharing some tips and tricks for a beautiful arrangement. This is a free event and no sign-up is required. SPICE Club — Participants can add some spice to their life with the KYL Spice of the Month Club. The library will be featuring Ajwain beginning Friday. Samples will be available throughout the month while supplies last. ...

Baker — 90th birthday

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Arthur “Jiggs” Baker, of Fort Dodge, will celebrate his 90th birthday on Aug. 29. Cards may be sent to him at 1406 S. 28th St., Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Baker was born on Aug. 29, 1936. He was the longtime owner and operator of Baker Carpet Cleaning in Fort Dodge.

KYL announces fall programs

Lifestyle Briefs

Kendall Young Library will offer exciting programs for all ages coming this fall. Fall programming will begin Friday. Children’s Programs Mondays, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Children’s Mini Makerspace (families invited) Tuesdays, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. — Wild Things (TK to second grade) Wednesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. — Fuzzy Ducklings (Under 3 years) Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. — Hungry Caterpillars (3- and 4-year preschool) Thursdays, 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. — Tweens (third through fifth grades) Fridays, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Cookies, Scoops, & Books ...

Cote — 70th birthday

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Kim A. Cote, of Fort Dodge, will celebrate his 70th birthday with an open house from 2 to 5 p.m. on Aug. 22 at Snell Crawford Park. Cards may be sent to him at 406 Mary St., Fort Dodge, IA 50501. He was born on Aug. 22, 1956, in Iowa City.

Arrivals: Aug. 15, 2026

Arrivals

UNITYPOINT HEALTH — TRINITY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER LOPEZ JUAREZ — Amanda Lopez Juarez and Jeremias Portilio Escobedo, of Fort Dodge, a girl, born Sunday, June 21, 2026. MOEN — Shelby and Jordan Moen, of Webster City, a girl, born Monday, June 22, 2026. SCOTT — Shelby Scott, of Fort Dodge, a girl, born Wednesday, June 24, 2026. LESSMEIER — Riley Lessmeier, of Fort Dodge, a boy, born Saturday, June 27, 2026. BRAZELL — Jessica Brazell, of Fort Dodge, a boy, born Tuesday, July 7, 2026. MCBURNEY — Rylie McBurney, of Wall Lake, a boy, born Friday, July 10, ...

KYL is issuing new library cards

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library is encouraging patrons to get a new library card or renew throughout the month of August. It is the perfect addition to your back-to-school supplies. Each new card or renewal will receive a free book.