VFW Auxiliary Post 839 holds February meeting

February 25, 2023

The February 2023 general membership meeting of the VFW Auxiliary Post 839 met at the post home on Feb. 22. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by President Liz Polkiewicz, followed by the opening ceremonies according to the ritual. There were 11 members present, nine of whom were officers. Chaplain Donna Mitchem gave the Opening Prayer. The January minutes and General Orders were read by Secretary Theresa Shepherd. The minutes stood approved, with no corrections made. General correspondence: A newsletter, the Camp Courageous Courier from Camp Courageous, a message from ...

Women’s brunch event is March 4

February 25, 2023

P.E.O. Chapter CF is sponsoring a women’s event on March 4 at the Marshalltown Arts and Civic Center. The event is from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and begins with a brunch, followed by a keynote speech by Shelley Goecke. Her speech is entitled “Finding your Fireflies” and focuses on gratitude. There will be gift bags for the attendees, as well as an opportunity to enjoy the art gallery. P.E.O. is a women’s philanthropic organization that supports women in educational endeavors through various projects. Tickets are available for $25, with proceeds going to the P.E.O. projects. The ...

Retired School Personnel hear about Norway trip

February 25, 2023

The Marshall County Retired School Personnel Association met Feb. 13 at the Marshalltown Public Library. Diane and Keith Oleson presented a program with pictures and narration about a trip to Norway last summer. Highlights of the sixteen day trip included a bus trip through the many fiords, ...

St. Patrick Study Club

February 18, 2023

St. Patrick Study Club of St. Francis of Assisi Parish met Feb. 14 at Tremont on Main for a Valentine luncheon and social with seven members present. A Valentine card was signed by all for Barb Ytzen, who is currently unable to attend meetings.  A short business meeting was held with plans discussed for further into the year. The next meeting will be held March 28 at Legends.

Ave Maria Club has Valentine’s party

February 18, 2023

Ave Maria Study Club met at Mama DeGrado’s on Feb. 13 to celebrate St. Valentine’s Day. The Study Club and guests gathered for dinner out at Mama DeGrado’s to celebrate St. Valentine’s Day with 16 members and three guests in attendance. They began with a prayer before the meal. There was no business meeting, and after dinner the members and guests enjoyed playing card bingo. The group ended the afternoon with praying the prayer for Priests. The next meeting will be held in the Madonna Room at St. Henry Church at 1 p.m. on March 10 with Kathy Slater and Dianne Maile as ...

Sigma Master celebrates Valentine’s Day

February 18, 2023

Sigma Master Chapter, Beta Sigma Phi met at Marshall County Ag Extension Office on Feb. 14. Caralee Hutchens hosted the day providing a chili soup luncheon, chocolate covered strawberries and cookies. Eight members and two guests answered the roll call with the question: “How did you like the super bowl outcome and halftime entertainment?” President Diane Hobson thanked Hutchens. Minutes of the last meeting were read by Alice Nicholson and approved. Barb Noid gave the treasurer’s report with no change. Pop tabs and stamps were collected, along with calendars to be given to Iowa ...