Calendar

January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December

 

The Carroll Chamber of Commerce provides a Community Calendar updated throughout the year. Check

www.carrolliowa.com for updated activities and events during the year.

Check the Carroll Community Theater’s web site

www.carrollarts.org for production updates.

Contact www.IowaDNR.gov for hunting & fishing seasons & licensing information.

 

JANUARY

CARROLL COUNTY CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT

Sunday, January 1, 2012

Meet at the Ed Center at Swan Lake at 7:00 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., depending on how much you would like to participate. Registration preferred, call Matt at (712) 792-4614

 

rotary CABIN FEVER raffle & FUNDRAISER

Sunday, January 22, 2012 Noon - 8:00 p.m.

2 big screens for AFC/NFC Championship games,Texas Hold’em at 1:00 p.m., Family Events, including bean bag tournament, and game at the Swan Lake Education Center. Contact a Carroll Rotarian or (712) 792-3115 for tickets.

 

 

FEBRUARY

2nd ANNUAL FAIRYTALE BALL
Friday, February 3, 2012
Location: Carrollton Ballroom
6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Girls ages 3-12 are invited along with their fathers, uncles and grandfathers to attend this magical night of dancing, snacks and fun.
Tickets on sale Saturday, January 14 and January 21 at Westgate Mall near Good News Bookstore from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
$12/couple plus $3 for each additional princess
A portion of the proceeds will benefit an orphanage in Haiti.

home & business expo
Saturday, February 4, 2012
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Carroll Rec Center, 716 N. Grant Rd
View over 60 booths, attend how-to clinics and hear speakers. Sponsored by Carroll Chamber of Commerce. (712) 792-4383

 Bird House Build
Friday, February 10, 2012 The Woodpecker Workshop is open again! Downstairs in the Ed Center at Swan Lake, participants will build either a wren house or eastern bluebird nest box, depending on what habitat they live near. There is a $4 materials fee – registration required, space is limited. Please call (712)792-4614 for questions or to register.

  

ST. ELIZABETH SETON CATHOLIC CHURCH (GLIDDEN, IA) PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Sunday, February 12, 2012

9:00 A.M.- 1:00 P.M.

 

Great Backyard Bird Count Info Program and Book Signing!
Thursday, February 16, 2012 Come meet local author, photographer, and bird nut, Sally White. She will have copies of her brand new book “Sally’s Backyard Birds” available for purchase and to sign. Sally has all sorts of crazy stories of the birds in her amazing backyard! We’ll also learn about identifying the birds in YOUR backyard, as well as how to participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count from the comfort of your home. The Count runs from Feb. 17-20 and more information can be found at http://www.birdsource.org/gbbc/

 

 

"DANCING WITH THE STARS"
Saturday, February 18, 2012

Location: Hausbarn Konference Center

Social event featuring a catered meal and entertainment. This event will feature several local celebrity dance couples and a panel of judges. The audience will bave the opportunity to purchase ballets and vote for their favorite dance couple. Sponsored by the Manning Rotary. 

 

HOOP IT UP - YOUTH BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Satuday & Sunday, February 25 & 26, 2012

Annual tournament sponsored by Carroll Chamber of Commerce involves boys grade 4th-9th and girls grade 6th-8th from around the state. Contact (712) 792-4383 or www.carrolliowa.com

 

MARCH

CARROLL AREA SYMPHONY & Jazzers
Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Carroll Rec Center, 716 N. Grant Rd., Carroll

 

RELAY FOR LIFE RALLY
Thursday, March 22, 2012 7:00 p.m., Santa Maria Winery

Kick-off event for teams and general public. (712) 794-0110

 

 

APRIL

CARROLL COMMUNITY CHORUS EASTER CANTATA 
Sunday, April 1, 2012 3:00 p.m. Methodist Church,

1621 N. Main St., Carroll

 

EASTER CELEBRATION
Saturday, April 7, 2012 Glidden Public Library,

10 a.m. (712) 659-3781

Easter crafts, color eggs, storytime, live baby chicks &

Easter Bunny

 

LADIES NIGHT OUT

Wednesday, April 25

Hausbarn Konference Center sponsored by the Manning Chamber

5:30 p.m. Social Hour followed by a sit-down dinner and entertainment.

This is an appreciation for the working women on Administative Professional's Day. Entertainment includes speaker Stacy Sporrer, Senior Account Executive, Mills

Financial Marketing of Storm Lake, who will give a light-hearted presentation entitled"Hat's Off to the Ladies!".

Earth week Carnival
Saturday, April 21, 2012 Conservation Education Center,

Swan Lake State Park 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

This annual event has become a “don’t-miss!” Bring the family out for a celebration of the place we call home with games, food, live raptor shows, and so much more! (712) 792-4614 for more information

 

 

 

MAY

FARMERS MARKET   
May 5 - October 27 During the months of MAY and OCTOBER the market will be on Saturdays only.
June through September the market is held on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Wednesdays time: 3:30 - 6:00 p.m
Saturdays time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. 
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friends of kuemper ball
Saturday, May 5, 2012 Carrollton Ballroom
For tickets call (712) 792-2212

 maifest

Saturday, May 5, 2012 Manning Hausbarn - Heritage Park

A party for children & engaged couples with the Maypole dance. Traditionally, stealing the Maypole is great sport & getting it back by Maifest is imperative (712) 655-3131

 

CARROLL AREA SYMPHONY & JAZZERS

Sunday, May 6, 2012 7:00 p.m., Arcadia Legion Ballroom

 

KIDS FREE FISHING DAY

Thursday, May 17, 2012 Great Western Park in Manning,

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Hosted by the Carroll County Conservation Board. Bait and poles will be provided. Grilling hot dogs for supper. Bring the kids or grandkids and come join us for a fun evening of fishing! Please call (712) 792-4614 to sign up for this free event.

 

16” cLASS A SLOWPITCH LEAGUE TEAM PLAY
Friday, May 18, 2012 Men’s Softball Complex, Carroll

Free admission, 5 games on each field, Concession stands open all night.

 

8th aNNUAL SWAN LAKE RENDEZVOUS
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, May 18, 19 & 20, 2012

Swan Lake State Park

Free, open to public, learn about life in the mid-1800s. Re-enactment & demonstrations of blacksmithing, tomahawk throwing & black powder shooting. Encampment will be east of the Swan Lake Education Center.

 

MEMORIAL DAY PARADE

Monday, May 28, 2012 10:30 a.m.

Begins at the corner of Main & 1st Street. High school bands, VFW, American Legion, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts march six blocks to the cemetery and a short program is conducted in front of eight granite monuments.

 

 

JUNE

ANNUAL CYO GIRLS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT
Saturday, June 2, 2012
A great Catholic school tournament held at Carroll City Softball Complex.

 

ANNUAL CYO BASEBALL TOURNAMENT

Saturday & Sunday, June 2 & 3, 2012

A unique NW Iowa Catholic high school tournament held at historic Merchants Park, Carroll.

 

FIGURE 8 RACES

Saturday, June 9, 2012; 7:00 p.m.; Fairgrounds in Coon Rapids

Contact Jim & Cherrie Mohr (712) 999-7883.

 

CARROLL TIGER INVITATIONAL BASEBALL TOURNAMENT

Saturday & Sunday, June 9 & 10, 2012

Classic high school tournament held at the historic Merchants Park, Carroll.

 

carroll chamber of commerce annual golf outing

Friday, June 15, 2012

Enjoy a day of golf and a delicious meal. Contact Carroll Chamber for tickets (712) 792-4383

 

MEN’S 32nd ANNUAL 16” SLOWPITCH TOURNAMENT

June 15, 16 & 17, 2012

Statewide men’s 16 inch slowpitch tournament. This Bud Open Tourney is held annually in Carroll at the Men’s Softball Complex. (28 team maximum) Contact Bob Fasbender (712) 792-3115.

 

Kinderfest

Saturday, June 16, 2012

Manning’s 129^th annual tradition held on Father’s Day weekend. Believed to be the oldest heritage celebration in Iowa. Provides a day of old-fashioned family fun for children of all ages! The day is highlighted by an annual parade of children and traditional king and queen contests. City park overflows with games, contests, rides, foods, Talent Show, water fights, 5K Fun Run, musical entertainment, and culminates with a dazzling fireworks display at dusk. Visit www.manningia.com for details. (712) 655-2176

 

RELAY FOR LIFE

Friday, June 22, 2012; Beginning at noon at Carroll Stadium

Annual Team Event supporting the fight against cancer. For more information call (712) 794-0100.

 

FIGURE 8 RACES

Saturday, June 23, 2012; 7 p.m.; Fairgrounds in Coon Rapids

Contact Jim & Cherrie Mohr (712) 999-7883.

 

KUEMPER KNIGHT INVITATIONAL BASEBALL TOURNAMENT

Saturday & Sunday, June 23 & 24, 2012

Classic high school tournament held at the historic Merchants Park, Carroll.

 

11^th ANNUAL MIDWEST OLD IRON TRACTOR RIDE AND FUN DAY

Sunday, June 24, 2012Great Western Park, southwest of Manning. Registration at the Great Western Park. Following the 20 to 25 mile tractor ride, free will offering lunch and a variety of activities for the whole family will be enjoyed at the Great Western Park. Tractors 1960 and older may participate. Contact Old Iron members Merlyn Irlbeck at (712) 653-3029, Allen Ehlers at (712) 655-3904, or Lonnie Ferneding at (712) 653-2239 for details.

 

TIGER-KNIGHT GIRLS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

Saturday, June 30, 2012

A highly competitive tournament held at Carroll Little League

Complex.

 

 

JULY

ANNUAL STREET DANCE

Sunday, July 3, 2012 Templeton

Performing 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight. Music, beer garden, food, kids’ games, bingo, games of chance & raffle drawing

 

COON RAPIDS FIREWORKS

Fireworks Display - Annually July 4th at dusk.

 

BREDA ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION

July 4, 2012 in Breda Memorial Park, 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. in Breda: food, games of all kinds. Fireworks display at 10:30 p.m.

 

DISTRICT 1 SUB-STATE 16” MEN’S SLOWPITCH

July 9-22, 2012 in Halbur

The tournament includes 41 counties in western Iowa hosted by Halbur 16” League Team. Contact District Commissioner Bob Fasbender (712) 792-3115.

 

CARROLL COUNTY FAIR

Wednesday-Sunday, July 11-15, 2012

Fairgrounds in Coon Rapids

Annual Carroll County Fair. Nightly entertainment and exhibits by area 4-H clubs, FFA chapters and local residents. Parade and tractor ride at 11:30 a.m., mud volleyball and Figure 8 Race on Saturday. Contact: Candace Kautzky (515) 669-7836 or Jim Mohr (712) 999-7883. www.iowaccfair.com

 

RIDICULOUS DAY

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Carroll’s city-wide summer clearance

The bargains will astound you at Carroll’s annual summer clearance sale. Sales begin on Thursday and continue through the weekend (712) 792-4383

 

3rd ANNUAL DREAMS MADE TRUE, INC. PAGEANT

Friday & Saturday, July 20-21, 2012 in Carroll

Dreams Made True, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of girls with special needs, ages 5-25, and providing their families the opportunity to connect with and learn from each other. These young ladies will have the chance to unite and showcase their unique abilities. We hope this pageant weekend may provide Dreams Made Truefor all involved! For more information: Dreams Made True, Inc., 13425 Kittyhawk Ave., Carroll, IA 51401 (712) 292-0368, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , www.dreams-made-true.org

 

FIGURE 8 RACES

Saturday, July 28, 2012 7 p.m.; Fairgrounds in Coon Rapids

Contact Jim & Cherrie Mohr (712) 999-7883

 

9th ANNUAL RPM CAR CLUB SHOW & SHINE

Saturday, July 28, 2012

Swan Lake State Park

Registration 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Judging until 2:30 p.m. Located at the Eastside shelter house. Music by D.J.

 

 

AUGUST

10th ANNUAL HIGHWAY 141 GARAGE SALE
Friday & Saturday, August 3 & 4, 2012
Hwy. 141 garage sales will stretch nearly 100 miles between the communities of Grimes and Manilla. Manning’s annual city-wide garage sales will take place in conjunction with the Hwy. 141 event. Manning will feature craft stands, farmer’s market, concession stands and a flea market in the city park.  Visit www.141sale.com for more information.  Contact Manning Chamber at (712) 655-3541 for details.

annual glidden fun day

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Sponsored by Glidden Ralston FFA Alumni at Glidden City Park. Tractor ride, car show, parade, food stands, pie judging contest, games for all ages, pedal tractor pull.

 

ROTARY - HOSPICE 14” & 16” SOFTBALL BENEFIT

Sunday, August 12, 2012 Men’s Softball Complex

14” Co-ed business teams and 16” Co-ed service club/church teams. $50 entry fee. Contact Bob Fasbender (712) 792-3115

 

OLD SETTLER’S PICNIC

Saturday, August 18, 2012, Annunciation Parish Hall in Coon Rapids, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

 

 

SEPTEMBER

CARROLL AIRPORT FLY-IN BREAKFAST

Sunday, September 9, 2012 Arthur N. Neu Municipal Airport.

Breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon provided by the Masonic Lodge with airplane rides provided by Carroll Aviation. For more information contact (712) 792-4980

 

DEDHAM TRACTOR SHOW & RIDE

Sunday, September 9, 2012 Dedham Park

Antique tractor ride. (712) 669-3786 or 3654

 

55th ANNUAL CARROLL BAND DAY

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Downtown Carroll

Parade of High School and Junior High School Bands beginning at 10:30 a.m. (712) 792-4383

 

 

OCTOBER

octoberfest

October 2012 Manning, IA

Hobby beer brewers contest, tasting of various beers and traditional games. (712) 655-3131

 

CARROLL AREA SYMPHONY & jazzers
Saturday, October 13, 2012 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, October 14, 2012 1:00 p.m., Carroll Rec Center

 

FALL FESTIVAL

Sunday, October 28, 2012 Glidden City Park, 4:00 p.m.

(712) 659-3010

Family games, sack races, roast marshmallows, straw treasure chest, pumpkin bowling, fear factor challenge & bob for apples.

 

NOVEMBER

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
riday, November 23 - December 25, 2012 Swan Lake State Park 5-9 p.m.
Christmas festivities take on a new splendor as lights and animation unite. Sightseers will be enthralled with a campground full of lighted scenes, all of which can be viewed from the winter comfort of their own vehicles. (712) 792-1335

 CHRISTMAS LIGHTING CEREMONY

Friday, November 23, 2012 6:30 p.m.

(Friday after Thanksgiving annually) Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive on a firetruck at the Carroll Depot Courtyard. There will be Christmas caroling and fun for everyone (712) 792-4383.

 

WEIHNACHTSFEST

Friday, November 23, 2012 Manning

Manning’s 26th annual festival will open with a traditional ceremony Friday evening featuring a lighted parade, mass lighting of Main Street, festival of trees, music, the arrival of Santa Claus and special children’s activities. Holiday events continue through the weekend, providing special holiday events for all ages along with a Christmas Walk through the City Park with beautiful lighted displays. Other lighted Christmas displays include Ohde Funeral Home on First Street and Merle Irlbeck’s residence 1/2 mile south of the east edge of Manning. Visit www.manningia.com for a detailed schedule

 

 

DECEMBER

HOLIDAY EVENTS

During the Christmas Season

Contact the Carroll Chamber of Commerce for events during the holiday season (712) 792-4383 or check our updated community calendar at www.carrolliowa.com.

 

SCHRAD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAY

Acreage decorated with thousands of lights. The light display is computer controlled and synchronized with music. Tune your radio to 89.1 FM and watch the lights dance with the music. To view the display, take Hwy. 30 West 4 miles, turn North on Hawthorne and go 1 mile, turn West on 180th St. and continue 1/4 mile. View display from the roadway November 26 to New Year’s Eve - dusk until 10:30 p.m.

 

MANNING RETAILERS' HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, December 1

Stories with Santa held at the Library mid-morning followed by photos and crafts for the kids. Enjoy super savings, drawings, holiday treats and extended hours. Register for Chamber Bucks and holiday prizes at all participating businesses.

 

ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT

This annual Christmas tradition is open to the public and held at the Zion Lutheran Church in South Manning. Seating is limited. The event features decorated tables, desserts and holiday entertainment.

 

CARROLL COMMUNITY CHORUS CONCERT

Sunday, December 9, 2012 3:00 p.m.,

Holy Spirit Church, 421 E. Bluff St., Carroll

 

HOLY NIGHT

Thursday, December 13, 2012 5:00 p.m.

Downtown Glidden

Businesses open house, children’s games & crafts, Santa & caroling.

 

CARROLL AREA SYMPHONY CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Sunday, December 16, 2012 1:00 & 4:00 p.m., Carroll Rec Center