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KYL children’s events scheduled

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will be having story/activity programs for all ages throughout July. Children’s Summer Reading Program — Patrons, birth to fifth grade, are invited to join in a variety of “Plant a Seed, Read” summer programs. There are reading challenges, adventure maps, and great programs each week. Details and resources to participate are available at the Children’s Checkout Desk. Children’s Special Events Aug. 4, 10:00-11:30 p.m. — Patrons are invited to watch the movie “Hoppers” in the Teen Area. Anyone 8 years and older or with an ...

Travis Tritt to headline 2026 Fort Dodge Country Jam

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In 2024, Shellabration Inc. conducted an online survey to find out who local country music fans would like to see and hear at a future Fort Dodge Country Jam. About 600 people responded. Their No. 1 choice: Travis Tritt. The hopes of those hundreds of music fans are coming true because ...

Final Karl King Band summer concert is Sunday

Local Lifestyle

The final concert of this 2026 summer season by the Karl L. King Municipal Band of Fort Dodge will be held this Sunday evening at the historic Karl L. King Band Shell in Oleson Park. Concert time is 7:30 p.m. Before the main concert starts, however, the popular area Brass Quintet, Jive for Five, will do a short pre-concert performance, starting at 7 p.m. An ice cream social provided by the Southeast Valley School Fine Arts Boosters will also precede the concert. People are reminded to bring their own lawn chairs or a blanket, since there is no public seating provided. Admission is ...

KYL adult programs for July

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WEBSTER CITY — Kendall Young Library will hold Adult Programs throughout the month of July. Adult DIY — Kendall Young Library will be hosting Adult DIY from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Patrons can try their hand at the Basics of Lettering. Everything you need will be available to learn the art of calligraphy and other eye-catching text. This event is free and does not require registration. Bring a friend and enjoy the evening out.

Federated Garden Club to meet

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The Fort Dodge Federated Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Lion’s Den, 731 Exposition Drive, Fort Dodge. The program will be on Honey by Stripling Apiaries. The public is always welcome to attend.