Tuesday Musical Club members met at First United Methodist Church on Dec. 10 for a “mini-guest day” to enjoy a variety of Christmas music. Vocal, flute, harp, piano, organ and recorder music was performed. Members and guests enjoyed refreshments following served by Cindy Mack and Marilyn ...
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary of Post 839 met on Dec. 14, at the Post home. The meeting started at 5 p.m. There were 16 members present. Connie Kennelley, president, conducted the meeting according to the ritual. The Pledge of Allegiance was spoken. The November minutes were read and approved as read. The treasurer’s report was filed for audit. The Money March was conducted. Prayer was said for the children at the VFW National Home for Children. Correspondence was from the Bob Popp, the Iowa Veteran’s Home, Camp Courageous and the VFW National Home for Children. ...
Matins Kiwanis were treated to a fun performance by the Marshalltown Men’s Choir. The choir also performed at the Veterans Home and The Embers on Sunday.
The Marshalltown Federation of Women’s Clubs Board was hosted in the home of president David Giese and his wife, Mary. Members were treated to a brunch following the board meeting at 9 a.m. on Dec. 11. Cynthia Mansager, Sandy Short and Deb Mason were welcomed as new board members. The board expressed appreciation to the community for responding generously to the fundraising letter and supporting Christmas decor sale while attending the Holiday Stroll Open House on Nov. 23. These funds are used to protect, maintain and decorate Binford House, 110 N. Second Ave., which is ...
The Marshall County Retired School Personnel Association met Dec. 16 at the Fisher Community Center. The program was The Big House and was presented by Grace Church pastor Brent Thiessen and Dave Kester. The house was purchased by the church and is located at 110 N. Second St. Some teachers live on the top floor. Its purpose is to aid elementary children with various needs and to teach the Bible. Most of the children are from Rogers because it is near. Some older students are also there to help. Groups of children rotate through programs of Bible study, homework, tutoring and ...
The American Legion Auxiliary Post 46 hosted an appreciation dinner for the Combined Honor Guard, on Dec. 3 at the Post Home. The members of the Honor Guard provide final respects and honors for veterans and their families during all weather conditions including: heat, wind, cold, snow or even rain. The Auxiliary also recognized spouses for their behind-the-scenes involvement, preparations and support. The evening began with a social time and fellowship at 6 p.m. and the event called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Debra Miller, American Legion Auxiliary president. Advancement of the Colors ...
