Community Calendar

⛳🌶️ CHILI CLOSER – OCTOBER 10!

Join us for one of our favorite events as we close out the golf season!

4-Person Best Shot

8-Inch Cups

10 AM Start

And don’t forget the Chili Cook-Off Competition! 🌶️🏆

Grab your foursome and come enjoy one more fun day on the course before the season winds down.

The golf course will be closed for the Chili Closer until 3 PM.

Come out, play some golf, try some great chili, have a few drinks, and help us close out the season! 🍻

Movie Night at the FFA Historical & Ag Museum!

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 3:00 PM

$5 Entry (Popcorn included!)

Join us for a classic movie experience!

Join us Monday mornings for an engaging and interactive story time for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. We'll have stories, songs, and more including fun with scarves, shakers, the parachute, finger plays, and bubbles. Afterward, stay and play in our children's area with toys, crafts, and building.

Create all-occasion greeting cards with supplies we provide including, colored cardstock, patterned paper, stickers, die cuts, and punches.

Bring your textile handiwork and connect with others as you work on your current projects. Enjoy an afternoon of conversation while you knit, crochet or stitch.

Build a creation using our clays and tools!

8th grade: 4:15 PM

7th grade: 5:30 PM

Plan to attend the 33rd Annual American Lutheran Church Pork Chop Dinner Fundraiser on Wednesday, October 14th from 4:30-7 pm. Choose to dine-in, drive-thru, or get delivery! The menu includes a grilled boneless pork chop, baked potato, corn, apple, veggies, roll/butter, and homemade dessert, all for just $15 per meal! Stop by (801 Monroe St., LPC) or call ahead (319) 342-2852 on event day.

Join us at the library for a night of scrapbook and card-making! The museum and library will have plenty available supplies we're donating, but also feel free to bring your own to make your creations extra special.

Middle school girls: 3:00 PM

8th grade boys: 3:25 PM

Varsity girls: 3:50 PM

Varsity boys: 4:20 PM

JV girls: 4:50 PM

JV boys: 5:20 PM

Epic Builds & Inventive Projects

We drop the beat, cut the track, and you’ve got one job: don’t choke. Whether you’re a shower‑singer, a jukebox hero, or someone who only knows the chorus, this game turns the whole room into a loud, chaotic, absolutely unhinged party. Bragging rights are on the line, and the crowd will absolutely roast you if you blow it.

Join us Monday mornings for an engaging and interactive story time for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. We'll have stories, songs, and more including fun with scarves, shakers, the parachute, finger plays, and bubbles. Afterward, stay and play in our children's area with toys, crafts, and building.

Join us at the library then we'll move down to Motorhead Mayhem as Corey will demonstrate basic car maintenance tips, like oil changes and tire pressure checks.

Create all-occasion greeting cards with supplies we provide including, colored cardstock, patterned paper, stickers, die cuts, and punches. 

Meeting takes place in the district office conference room, accessible via the UHS Activities Entrance.

Bring your textile handiwork and connect with others as you work on your current projects. Enjoy an afternoon of conversation while you knit, crochet or stitch.

Join us for a relaxing drop-in session where creativity meets community! Whether you’re working on a detailed coloring project or a personal craft, this is the perfect space to unwind and connect with others. No project? No problem! We provide high-quality supplies and intricate coloring pages to get you started. Enjoy a pressure-free, supportive environment where you can share advice, ask questions, and create at your own pace. All skill levels are welcome!

Make Perler bead creations at the La Porte City Public Library during the listed hours.

Make Perler bead creations at the La Porte City Public Library during the listed hours.

Vision Dysart hosts Dancin’ with the Witches on Dysart Main Street on Thursday, Oct. 22, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. A witchy dance performance is listed for 6:00 PM.

We're celebrating Halloween with our annual Halloween Party at the library! We're partnering with the Dysart Trunk-or-Treat and Dancin' with the Witches for a fun-filled fall event. Stop by and see us any time between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 22 for Halloween fun and games. *Rain date is Thursday, October 29.

Make Perler bead creations at the La Porte City Public Library during the listed hours.

🎃Come celebrate Halloween at the Pepsi Pavilion with the National Cattle Congress! 🎃

Enjoy a Halloween-themed Trade Show and a Trunk or Treat in your favorite, family-friendly costume! 👻👽

Trade show 9am-3pm

Trunk or treat 1pm-3pm

Admission is FREE!

Food and drinks will be available!

🌩️WEATHER: In case of rain or extreme cold, the Trunk or Treat will be held in Estel Hall.

🍬Vendor applications for this event will be coming soon!

🛸To apply for the "Trunk or Treat" portion of this event, please reach out to us at info@nationalcattlecongress.com

For more info:

🕷️Visit the NCC Website or Facebook Page

🦇Email us at info@nationalcattlecongress.com

🐈‍⬛Call our Main Office: 319-234-7515

Make Perler bead creations at the La Porte City Public Library during the listed hours.

Join us Monday mornings for an engaging and interactive story time for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. We'll have stories, songs, and more including fun with scarves, shakers, the parachute, finger plays, and bubbles. Afterward, stay and play in our children's area with toys, crafts, and building.

Create all-occasion greeting cards with supplies we provide including, colored cardstock, patterned paper, stickers, die cuts, and punches. 

Bring your textile handiwork and connect with others as you work on your current projects. Enjoy an afternoon of conversation while you knit, crochet or stitch.

Expand your reading palate with the Novel Notions Book Club, an adult-oriented group that meets on the fourth Tuesday of every month. We typically dive into fiction titles, exploring a variety of cozy, comfortable, and contemporary reads. Whether you're a long-time reader or looking for a new community, join us for an engaging monthly discussion.

UHS Vocal Concert

If you have any technology questions, stop by and staff will help you to the best of their ability!

Join the library for our annual Spooktacular event! We'll be meeting at the library at 3:00pm for a Halloween-themed StoryTime. Then we'll lead the kids trick-or-treating up and down Main Street, visiting our favorite businesses. After picking up all our treats, we'll rejoin at the library and finish the afternoon off with some spooky good crafts! Make sure to come dressed in your favorite costume.

Epic Builds & Inventive Projects 

Every Thursday in September at 3:30 p.m.

Get ready for a spooktacular time at Witham of La Porte City!

Our FREE Trunk or Treat is fun for the entire family - including your pets! Dress up, grab some candy, enter the costume contest, enjoy prizes and treats, and don’t forget - adults can enter to win a vehicle detail!

Sonny’s Food Truck will have food available for purchase.

Bring your family, invite your friends and join us for a good time on Thursday, October 29th from 4:30-6:30 at Witham of LPC.

7th and 8th Grade Band Parade

3rd annual Boo Bash

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN AT THE CLUB! 👻🎃

Make the club your stop after trick-or-treating! Bring the whole family in for dinner and enjoy 7” two-topping pizzas for just $5, $5 cheesesticks with the purchase of a large specialty pizza, and HALF-OFF appetizers! 🍕

Our $5 Halloween drink specials will be flowing from 5–11 PM, featuring Drunken Ghosts, Mulled Cider, and Pumpkin Margaritas! 🍹

Then stick around because @Hard Tellin' will be rocking the stage from 7–11 PM! 🎶

Adults: Dress up in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win a Golf Course Gift Card! 👻🏆

Grab the family, throw on your best costume, and come celebrate Halloween with us! 🎃🍕🍹🎶

Join us for free pizza, hot chocolate, and LOTS OF Candy!

More details coming soon, but get your babysitters lined up...take your kids out trick or treating and then come and do some trick or treating of your own!!

Join us Monday mornings for an engaging and interactive story time for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. We'll have stories, songs, and more including fun with scarves, shakers, the parachute, finger plays, and bubbles. Afterward, stay and play in our children's area with toys, crafts, and building.

Create all-occasion greeting cards with supplies we provide including, colored cardstock, patterned paper, stickers, die cuts, and punches. 

Join us as we discuss a monthly selection. New members are always welcome. Contact the library to reserve a copy.

Bring your textile handiwork and connect with others as you work on your current projects. Enjoy an afternoon of conversation while you knit, crochet or stitch.

Join StoryTime for young readers at the La Porte City Public Library.

8th Grade Girls Basketball: 4:15 PM

7th Grade Girls Basketball: 5:15 PM

Epic Builds & Inventive Projects 

Every Thursday in September at 3:30 p.m.

Join us for a delightful Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, November 8th, from 9 AM to noon! Embrace the warmth and comfort of a cozy morning filled with delicious pancakes, perfect for a chilly day. This inviting event is a wonderful opportunity to gather with friends and family while supporting the Friends of the Museum endowment. Your generous Free Will donation, whether in cash or check (please make checks payable to Friends of the LPC Museum), will help us continue our mission. We can't wait to see you there, ready to enjoy a hearty breakfast and great company!

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Join Us for Our Annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale! Join us on November 21st for a delightful day filled with holiday cheer, where refreshments will be provided, and the magic of the season comes to life through the crafts and baked goods created by our talented residents and volunteers. Together, let’s make this holiday season unforgettable for La Porte City Specialty Care residents! Hey there, wonderful crafters and bakers of the community! We’re excited to invite you to donate your talents for our Annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale! This festive event is a perfect opportunity to showcase your delicious baked goods and beautiful crafts while spreading joy during the holiday season. We welcome donations from families, volunteers, and all community members. Every contribution helps us purchase Christmas gifts that our residents will joyfully unwrap on Christmas morning. Your generosity can make a real difference!

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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer! Our tree and table decorating will kick off on November 12th. We can't wait to see your creative designs! Mark your calendars for November 19th when voting opens during business hours and events. This is your chance to vote for your favorite trees and tables. Your voice matters in this festive competition! The excitement continues as we announce the winners after our delightful "Home for the Holidays" celebration on December 5th. Join us for this festive occasion! The celebration will take place from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, with a special visit from Santa Claus from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Bring your little ones for some holiday crafts in the basement, where they can unleash their creativity. Don't miss out on the chance to win one of two wonderful gift baskets during our celebrations. It's the perfect way to add a little extra joy to your holiday season! We look forward to celebrating with you and making this holiday season truly special!

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UMS Vocal Music Concert

UHS Band Choir Concert

UMS Band Winter Concert