Peoples Time Exchange--Everyone welcome to join and begin sharing time and services
It's here! Our new regional service that encourages the sharing of time and talent, helping people to both save money and strengthen community. Everyone from northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota, and southwest Wisconsin is invited to participate, and can also attend or host a local orientation. Visit http://peoples.timebanks.org/ for more information.
Friday, May 18
Luther College Nordic Choir and Jazz Orchestra
Fri, May 18 at 8:00 PM
@Luther College, Center For Faith and Life
Luther College Nordic Choir and Jazz Orchestra will perform Friday, May 18 at 8 p.m. in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall on the Luther campus.
The concert is open to the public with no charge for admission.
Both groups will perform pieces that encompass their year's work. The concert will help prepare the musicians for their respective international tours that happen the week following the concert.
Nordic Choir is touring the…
Evergreen Grass Band
Fri, May 18 at 9:30 PM
@The Haymarket
Armed with lightning fast, laser accurate bluegrass instruments, the Evergreen Grass Band takes stage loaded for bear and delivers a show that takes no prisoners. Their expert chops, homespun original tunes and sparkling vocal harmonies conquer the summits of musical elevations that many bands attempt, yet so few achieve. Do not miss this show.
$4 Cover
Contact: Questions or booking inquiries contact Lynnette at nuttynetters@yahoo.com
Saturday, May 19
Carving with a Sløyd Knife
Sat, May 19 at 9:00 AM
@Vesterheim Museum
With Jim Sannerud, professional woodcarver from St. Paul, Minnesota. The sløyd knife is an all purpose utility knife, commonly used in Scandinavia for carving spoons, coat hooks from a crook of a tree, and decorations. Students will learn a variety of safe and efficient sløyd knife cuts with “stops” so you can carve with confidence. After practicing these cuts you will make a butter spreader and a hook to take home. We will also…
Contact: vesterheim.org
Living Willow Garden Structures
Sat, May 19 at 10:00 AM - Runs to Noon
@Willowglen Nursery
A new twist on a traditional rustic craft. Join Lee and Lindsay and 'learn-by-doing'. Help create a living woven willow structure at Willowglen. We'll show the process and talk about the possibilities. 'Green rods' will be available for purchase the day of the class for those with an idea for project in their own yards. Come join us for a day of fun and creativity with willow. Fee:$35
Contact: Call Lee or Lindsay at 563-735-5570 for more information or download a registration form from our website www.willowglennursery.com under the 'classes' page.
Sunday, May 20
Fim in the Barn: The Freedom Riders
Sun, May 20
@Dream Acres, 60 m. North of Decorah near Preston
The Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative on DreamAcres Farm presents the documentary film Freedom Riders and post-film discussion with the film’s producer, Laurens Grant on Sunday, May 20 at 6pm in the DreamAcres barn (between Spring Valley and Wykoff.) The event is the season opener for the Dreamery and is free to the public. More information and directions are available online at dreameryruralartsinitiative.org.
Freedom Riders is the first the first feature-length documentary to tell the…
Contact: directions to the farm, or to make reservations, call 507-352-4255 or visit websites at www.dreamacresfarm.org. or www.dreameryruralartsinitiative.org.
Special Porter House Musical Event
Sun, May 20 at 2:00 PM - Admission $10 per person; all proceeds benefit Porter House Museum, seats available at 1:30 on day of concert.
@401 West Broadway, Decorah
The Life and Work of Theodora Cormontan will be presented in a lecture-recital format exploring the career of a talented composer, music publisher, and teacher Theodora Cormontan (1840-1922). Born in Norway in 1840, Theodora immigrated to Illinois in 1887, and ended her life as a resident of Decorah's Aase Haugen Home in 1922. Telling the story of her life and career will be two scholars who are helping revive interest in Cormontan's music: Bonnie…
Contact: Midge Kjome via mkjome@hotmail.com
Monday, May 21
Summer Herbs Class
Mon, May 21 at 5:30 PM
@Oneota Community Co-op Classroom, 312 W Water St, Decorah
Please join local herbalist Bonnie Kreckow for an evening of hands on herbal training. This class will focus on some summer themed first aid all with healing herbs. Bonnie is a Certified Clinical Herbalist who resides in the country near Winona, Minnesota.
Instructor Bonnie Kreckow, see herbsbybonnie.com for more information
Please call Oneota Co-op to register today!
$15 Co-op Member/Owner, $20 Community Member
Contact: Johanna Bergan
(563) 382-4666
johanna@oneotacoop.com
Tuesday, May 22
People's Time Exchange Orientation Meeting
Tue, May 22 at 5:30 PM
@Oneota Community Co-op Classroom, 312 W Water St, Decorah
A new regional service encourages the sharing of time and talent, helping people to both save money and strengthen community. Everyone from NE Iowa, SE Minnesota, and SW Wisconsin is invited to participate, and may attend this session to learn how to join in the Time Exchange. For more information, visit http://peoples.timebanks.org. Orientation session is open to all and will help address questions around using the website, starting to offer and receive services through…
Contact: Johanna Bergan
(563) 382-4666
johanna@oneotacoop.com
The Changing Face of Identity Theft
Tue, May 22 at 6:00 PM
@Vennehjem at 1102 Nordic Dr., Decorah
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Plan to attend this free seminar and learn the latest tricks modern scam artists are using to steal more than just your money.
Identity theft is stealing someone's identity and then assuming that person's identity, typically in order to access resources or obtain credit and other benefits in that person's name. The victim of identity theft can suffer adverse consequences if they are held accountable for the perpetrator's…
Contact: Betsy Busch, Executive Director of Housing, Vennehjem
382-6521
Thursday, May 24
Soulful Journaling Workshop - Poetry
Thu, May 24 at 6:00 PM - Workshop is from 6-7:30 pm.
@400 W. Water St., Java John's Coffee House, Decorah, IA
This evening will be dedicated to the poet within. You will be walked through two different exercises to create two different poems. The ever-popular Circle Writing - a collective, poetic piece all its own - will close the evening. If you've ever thought about joining Soulful Journaling, this evening will be the perfect way to ease in. Cost is $15 and participants are reminded to bring their journal, pen/pencil and reading glasses if applicable.…
Contact: Please contact Diane Ludeking to register: sukowatz@yahoo.com, www.dianeludeking.com, (608) 772-9515
Gerry Schwarz book signing: "Packin' Cats for the Arrr-meee"
Thu, May 24 at 6:30 PM
@Decorah Public Library
Join Geraldine Fromm Schwarz for a reading and book signing of her new book, “Packin’ Cats for the Arrr-meee: Fun on the Farm in the ‘Forties,” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday May 24 at Decorah Public Library. The evening will also include an exhibit of Dean Schwarz pots inspired by the farm stories, as well as an opportunity for attendees to share their own stories about farm life in decades past. The program is free…
Contact: Kristin Torresdal
ktorresdal@decorah.lib.ia.us
563-382-3717
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Classes (39)
Pilates in Cresco!
Sat, June 2 at 1:30 PM to Sat, July 28, 2012
@The Exchange; 105 2nd Ave SW Cresco IA
Discover Happy travels to The Exchange! Enjoy a complimentary class on June 2nd at 1:30pm, **BRING A MAT, Limited will be supplied
A 8 week series will begin on June 9-July 28th for $80 or $12 per class.
Contact Amanda Rhine to sign up! 563-419-0346 | discoverhappy@gmail.com | discoverhappydecorah.com
The Happy SAGE: Power Up for the Total YOU
Wed, June 6 to Wed, June 27, 2012 - 5:15-7:30pm; Advance registration: $35 per class; take all 4 for a discount
@Discover Happy Pilates 222 E Water St.
4 classes featuring Mary Jorgensen and Amanda Rhine on Wednesdays in June: 6, 13, 20, & 27; 5:15-7:30 pm. Each class includes: "After 5:00 Stretch," SAGE Lesson, Artful Expression Project, and Light Supper by Decorah's #1 chef, Justin Scardina. $35 each class, or register for all 4 for 10% discount. Please register in advance: mary@risingsunlifecoaching.com; 563-382-4558
Contact: Mary Jorgensen; mary@risingsunlifecoaching.com; 563-382-4558;
Soulful Journaling Workshop - Poetry
Thu, May 24 at 6:00 PM - Workshop is from 6-7:30 pm.
@400 W. Water St., Java John's Coffee House, Decorah, IA
This evening will be dedicated to the poet within. You will be walked through two different exercises to create two different poems. The ever-popular Circle Writing - a collective, poetic piece all its own - will close the evening. If you've ever thought about joining Soulful Journaling, this evening will be the perfect way to ease in. Cost is $15 and participants are reminded to bring their journal, pen/pencil and reading glasses if applicable.…
Contact: Please contact Diane Ludeking to register: sukowatz@yahoo.com, www.dianeludeking.com, (608) 772-9515
Calorie Density: The Key to Long Term Weight Management and Health - How to Eat More, Weight Less, and Live Longer
Fri, May 25 at 6:30 PM
@Oneota Community Co-op Classroom, 312 W Water St, Decorah
Learn a few simple concepts about calorie density and see why choosing the wrong kinds of calories is a major contributing factor to weight gain and chronic disease. These easy to follow instructions will help you reach your goal weight and live a long and healthy life. The talk will also cover the science of raw, vegan, vegetarian, and omnivorous diets.
Instructor A.J. Gregg
Registration: $8 Co-op Members, $10 Community Members
A.J. Gregg is…
Contact: Johanna Bergan
johanna@oneotacoop.com
(563) 382-4666
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- TURNING LIFE INTO FICTION (OR NOT)
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PCA for special needs child
We are looking for young, energetic and positive people to work as Personal Care Assistants for our 7.5 year old son with special needs. He has high functioning autism and some physical challenges.
Currently we are needing people to work summer hours between 12-15 hours per week. We will train promising applicants to work on the following with our son:
-physical therapy exercises
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-social skills work including overseeing playdates…
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For Sale, Free, Barter, Wanted, or Rideshare Posts (118)
For Sale: Thornless Blackberry plants
These are big juice berries. No thorns, really. Retail price is usually $20 a piece.
Rideshare: Headed to La Crosse, Appleton, Green Bay
I am headed to Door County WI on Thursday May 24th and returning the 29th. If anyone is interested in carpooling to any of the following locations one way or both ways just let me know. I will be going through: La Crosse, Stevens Point, Appleton and Green Bay.
For Sale: Olympic Home Gym and weights for sale
I am selling my Impex Powerhouse Elite PHE 9000 home gym. Have had since 2006. Great condition. Still use it, I just need the room in the basement. I will help disassemble.
Gym comes with adjustable bench with leg attachment for curls and extensions. Gym has butterfly attachment, low and high pulleys, several different handles for different grips and exercises. Also has fixed olympic bar for bench press and squat.
Included is 260 lbs…
Wanted: 1950's working stove
I am looking for a 1950's working stove. Would like a nice size oven with four burners and a work area to the side of the burners. Please contact Jane, 563-532-9039 thanks
For Sale: RIDGEWAY GARAGE SALE DAYS
Thursday, May 17th: 4 - 7 pm
Friday, May 18th: 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday, May 19th: 8 am - 12 pm
For Sale: Canon Gadget Bag 200DG
Brand-New Canon Gadget Bag 200DG for sale. Bought with the purchase of my new camera but I have found that it is too big for my needs at the moment. It's currently selling on Bestbuy.com for $62 + shipping. I'm asking $50.
Contact Vanessa W. if interested.
For Sale: Rabbit Hutches and bunnies
Rabbit hutches for sale! Doubles and singles available. $85 for singles, $140 for doubles and $225 for doubles with trays. Bunnies ready to go May 19, white with spots. 1-563-379-8122
For Sale: Exercise Ball $5
I have an exercise ball I use at work to help with good posture. I'd like to sell it for $5. Thanks!
For Sale: CoPilot Limo Bicycle Child Seat; $85
Treat your child to spin around your neighborhood or a trek through the city by bike with this CoPilot Limo bicycle seat. This comfortable seat holds a child (up to 40 pounds) securely with a three-point harness, padded overhead restraint bar, and foot straps. The sleek, high-back seat is also quite comfortable with gel-filled, washable seat padding and a four-point adjustable seatback. It comes with the Blackburn CSR-1 bike rack, which fits securely on…
For Sale: Free and for sale! Futon, couch, bike trailer
Anyone interested in a free futon or couch?
The couch is a white love seat and is large and cushy. The futon is also white and has a steel frame. Being white, they both are a little less white than they used to be. I've been using a cover on both. In fact, the futon comes with a cover!
Ideally it would be nice to hang on to the futon until next weekend, but…
For Sale: Surly Karate monkey
For Sale: Black custom Surly Karate Monkey!
I'm headed out of town, and I can only take one bike with me...
This bike is only 2 years old and is still in great condition! 29" tires, single speed configuration Surly Mr. Whirly crank, Surly Torson handlebars, Avid disk breaks, Surly seat post clamp, and SPD pedals.
$800 firm
Extra optional accessories -
$40 platform pedals
$40 Old Man Mountain front rack
For Rent: Summer House/ Sublet
Nice one-story, recently renovated, 4 bedroom, 1 bath, front & screened back porch, with large backyard. Located right off campus. Looking for two additional roommates - $275/mo + utilities. Available May 25th-August 25th. Please call 608-577-5905.
Wanted: Freezer
I'm looking for a freezer. It can be chest or stand-up. I'd like to spend under $200. Let me know if you have something that fits the bill.
For Sale: PORTABLE FRIGIDAIRE DISHWASHER
THE DISHWASHER IF IN GOOD CONDITION. USED BY SINGLE PERSON. DUE TO HEALTH ISSUES HAD TO INSTALL A BUILD IN DISHWASHER.
PLEASE CALL 563-419-6858
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Wanted: "Travelling Light" Moving Benefit for NEIPJC, KPVL, the DEPOT
Mon, May 14 at 8:00 AM - 8:00 pm
@Blevins' Apt: 602 West Main Street, Decorah (corner of Main and Mill)
I need help! OK I know you all have known that for a long time...but especially now; if you would like to help me "head em up and move em out"...my place, tomorrow at 8am, 602 West Main Street. Please come and go as you need to (into the evening too)---any help is…
For Sale: Cruiser Bike - loaded
Bike to Work Week Special! $50.00 Cruiser Bike with all the nice things: front basket, front and rear fenders, kickstand, bell.
Call Joel: 563-380-7137 or send an email.
Wanted: Cartop Carrier
We are looking for a used cartop carrier still in decent shape.
Thanks!
Niki
For Sale: Wooden Bench
We have a wooden pine bench with heart cutout and etched design on sides. Asking $15. If you would like to see a picture please contact me at 507-951-1401 or tristabrauer@yahoo.com.
Thank you.
For Sale: Misc. Wooden Shelves
We are cleaning out our attic and have numerous wooden shelves for sale see listing below:
1. 2 wooden blue shelves from Company Kids $15 each
2. 8 pegged wooden shelf, untreated $10
3. 3 Wooden top medal sided shelves $12 each
If you would like to see pictures please contact me at:
tristabrauer@yahoo.com
or
507-951-1401
Barter: Bike Trade: Mountain Bike with new wheels for Road Bike
My name's Mara. I own a TRIAX blade, orange mountain bike (21-speed), and I am looking for a road bike that I could trade (or trade/pay appropriate $) with! The bike just got new wheels and brakepads put on a few days ago. The bike seat is a little worn, but no holes. I would say it's worth about 170, since the new wheels/brake pads cost about 117. I'm looking for a road bike…
Wanted: Swarm of Honeybees in your yard?
I would be happy to come to your place and remove swarms. Honeybees are great for the environment and usually fairly gentle when they swarm. If you are within a 30-40 mile radius of Creso and the bees aren't too high up in your tree, I might be able to help you out.
Swarm season generally starts in our area sometime around the first of June, but may occur a little earlier than that.…
For Sale: Campfire wood.
Get your campfire wood. Dont pay the high prices on bundled wood. 70 a load all split for your campfire or fire pit! 563-379-8226 Remington
For Sale: CHIMINEY PIPE 8 inch -- Sale Pending
Used 8 inch OD insulated chimney pipe. We have six 5 foot lengths and a "T".
Asking $100 for all. Email me back if interested.
For Sale: COUNTRY SINK
White single bowl countertop sink with built-in drain board. Original faucet and drain included. We have replaced our church basement kitchen sink and no longer need this. Located in Decorah. Asking $200 Email back if interested
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