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Deck the halls with holiday cheer

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Whether it’s music, lights, drama, or other holiday festivities you seek, Fort Dodge and the surrounding area have plenty to offer from now until Christmas. From the Lights at Kennedy to holiday concerts, this Christmas guide — though not all-inclusive — can help you and your family make holiday plans. Music Jive for Five with Jason Swedlund A concert of Advent and Christmas Music featuring Jive for Five and organist Jason Swedlund is 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 239 N. 11th St. The event is free and open to the public thanks to the St. Olaf Lutheran ...

Under the Mistletoe

Local Lifestyle

The Fort Dodge Area Symphony is inviting music lovers to meet “Under the Mistletoe” for a start to the holidays featuring classic sounds of the season. “Under the Mistletoe” isn’t a location, it’s the title of the symphony’s Dec. 7 concert at Fort Dodge Middle School. The ...

FDPL hosts Lessons of the Holocaust program on Dec. 8

Lifestyle Briefs

The Fort Dodge Public Library will host Lessons of the Holocaust, a presentation by educator Brad Wilkening, on Dec. 8, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, and everyone is welcome to attend. During his presentation, Wilkening will use historical accounts and survivors’ stories to show why the genocide of World War II is more relevant than ever, and how this terrible period in human history should be used to build a more compassionate and kind world today. Brad Wilkening is an Iowa native and Augsburg College graduate with a background in teaching and ...

Lifestyle Briefs

WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library, Webster City, patrons of all ages are invited from 10 a.m. to noon on Dec. 6 to try their hand at cookie decorating in conjunction with the Webster City Christmas in the City events. Cookie decorating will be held inside Kendall Young Library and is a free event.

Johnson — 90th birthday

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Norma Johnson, of Fort Dodge, will celebrate her 90th birthday on Dec. 9. Cards may be sent to her at 2067 219th St., Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Her family includes her husband, Darrell; Bill and Julie Johnson, of Norwalk; and Kent and Kim Johnson, of Waukee. She has two grandchildren and ...