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BREAK THE MOVEMENT MOLD.
I believe exercise goes beyond a one size fits all mindset. It is as unique as you are and I want to help you embrace it.

This class is a 45 min. progressive floor routine the foundation of the Pilates method, focused on the classical movements of Pilates Mat to increase your mobility, strength, stamina, concentration and control.

Sundays @ Anytime Fitness of Decorah, 4:00 p.m.
Members or Non-members welcome.
6 student maximum per class.

Why do Pilates?
Pilates is a movement method that can benefit anyone of any ability, age or fitness level.  People may notice:
* Posture improvement & body awareness
* Improved Circulation
* Increased overall strength, flexibility and/or range of motion
* A decreased pain level
* A stronger center and more toned body
* An improved sense of well-being

THINK, STRONGER CORE + CONTROL = A MORE LIMBER SELF
Contact me for your Free Pilates consult.

Decorah Pilates w/ Kelly Searcy
516.672.7306 | reachme@kellysearcy.com

Hello Expectant Mama,

Congratulations!
While you are doing the great work of building a little human, I believe a little mama movement TLC can be a delightful part of your prenatal journey.  It is a lovely way to connect with your body and baby.  Prenatal Pilates promotes physical and mental well-being as we nourish your whole body.  These thoughtful exercises are guided by these principles:  breath, precision, control, concentration, flow and centering.

Choose between Private, Personal, 1 to 1 work or join other mamas (in varying stages of their pregnancy journey) for a Prenatal Pilates Class on Sundays @ Anytime Fitness of Decorah, 5:30 p.m.!

Private Sessions, in-home studio, are by appointment only.
Decorah Pilates w/ Kelly Searcy
516.672.7306 | reachme@kellysearcy.com

Join us as we journey through parables from The Gospel According to Matthew. Jesus recruits a group of followers and teaches them through song and dance. Reserved seats are $16. Call 507498JULY or use our website for tickets. Gates open at 6:30pm, Showtime is 8:30pm. Food on the green.

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Group rates available for 10 or more. Reserved group rate is $12 per ticket regardless of age. Groups must pay for all seats with one check at the gate to receive the discount.

Nordic Fest goers – looking for a fun way to burn off some of that lefse and kringla? How about a family-friendly way to explore more of Decorah?

Join in on this exciting, free scavenger hunt perfect for everyone! 10 mischievous gnomes are hiding all along the Trout Run and Freeport trails, enjoying the scenery and spying on the passing bikers and walkers.

Find as many as you can and you’ll be entered in a drawing for prizes. Don’t forget your camera and smiles: additional prizes will be awarded in several photo contest categories!

Maps and further details are available at the Winneshiek County Convention and Visitors Bureau, 507 W. Water Street, beginning Monday, July 22 and throughout Nordic Fest.

Join Joan for lively stories, songs, and finger plays in the Public Program Room of the library. Then stay and play for an additional 1/2 hour. Toys courtesy of Friends of Decorah Public Library.

Children 18 months to 3 years of age with an adult caregiver. No registration necessary.

Open: July 1 through August 3

Hours: Monday – Saturday 1-5

Location: ArtHaus Gallery

Sponsored by: Decorah Bank and Trust Company

Take home some pottery, fine jewelry, paintings and prints while supporting local talent and the livelihoods of your creative neighbors!  This 5-week pop-up shop will take the place of ArtHaus’ Nordic Fest Art Fair and will be open for guests throughout the month.

David Casas has been entertaining audiences for over 15 years with his Award Winning Magic. He has worked the prestigious stages of Las Vegas, and recently was the opening act for television comedian and actress Loni Love. You can find him regularly as the opening act for ComedySportz Quad Cities.

He has won several First Place honors in magic competitions with his “bring home the gold” dove act. When not touring, you can find him headlining at Casinos, Comedy Clubs, and Universities across the Midwest! 

“A superstar, I’m not. A hard worker, I am.”

Awards:

1st Place – Midwest Magic Jubilee 2009 (Stage Contest) St. Louis, MO
1st Place – Central Illinois Magicians Competition 2009 (Stage Contest) Peoria, IL
1st Place – Quad City Magic Club 2010 (Stage Contest) Rock Island, IL
1st Place- Quad City Magic Club 2011 (Close-up Contest) Rock Island, IL

Registration required at:
https://www.decorah.lib.ia.us/event-directory/david-casas-magic

Iowa social historian Michael Luick-Thrams lives in Germany, where he teaches and writes.  He directs two non-profits (www.TRACES.org) that deal with multi-cultural issues.

Since 1.5 million refugees and/or “migrants” began arriving in that crowded country, he’s watched first with interest, more recently with alarm as not only the Germans specifically but Europeans generally struggle with how to respond to their new “neighbors.” It’s not clearcut, what is do-able and tolerable by both “hosts” and their uninvited “guests.”

In this program, Luick-Thrams will offer a review of the strains caused by swelling numbers of non-Europeans in Europe today, as well as the evolving issues involving their [non-]integration and growing restrictive reaction on the parts of Europeans everywhere.  The program will end with a lively Q-and-A session as well as an all-group discussion.

Sliding scale, $5-$15, for donations, accepted.  Thank you for your support in bringing quality programming to Northeast Iowa and beyond.

 

7:00-8:15 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 302 W Broadway St, Decorah, IA

We are a meditation practice and study group that gathers each week for a variety of meditation teaching videos/readings, group discussion, and guided and silent meditations. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come and go weekly as fits your schedule. (There is no requirement to attend every week.)

We generally use curriculum from Tergar, an international meditation community dedicated to making the practice of meditation accessible to the modern world. We sometimes add in teachings from other meditation teachers connected to Tergar. The meditation and study is based on Buddhist teachings, but is presented in a secular manner and suitable for people of all faiths, as well as both beginning and experienced meditators.

We have relatively comfortable chairs for our meditation, but you are always welcome to bring a cushion or mat or anything you’d find more comfortable, and there will be space to sit on the floor if you wish.

The group is volunteer led. We are grateful for the use of the space at the Methodist Church. Please bring a couple dollars donation for the church if possible, but it’s not necessary.

Together we are learning the essentials of meditation. It’s easier than you think!

In meditation we explore the landscape of the heart and mind with awareness. What we discover is a true and lasting happiness that does not depend on the outer conditions of our lives. With this relaxed, spacious approach to meditation, we learn to use every experience in life as an opportunity to awaken.

Contact us for more information:
Becky Idstrom 563-379 9446 and beckyidstrom@gmail.com
Alicia Trout 563-419-7610 and alicia.jw.trout@gmail.com

Little Naturalist is for kids aged 4-5 who are curious about the outdoors. They will have the chance to learn about some of the amazing animals and plants in Iowa. Each session there will be activities, crafts and more. Program activities are targeted towards 4-5 year-olds,although younger and older children are welcome to attend. Children must be accompanied by a guardian and should bring their own water bottle and sunscreen. 

Come listen to stories about nature and our environments with Green Iowa Americorps. Then, use your imagination to invent a story and create your own book!

Open to children entering grades 2 through 5. 
Registration required at:
https://www.decorah.lib.ia.us/event-directory/enviro-storytime

We have the materials. You bring the imagination! Join us for open play in the Public Program Room of the library.

For children 6 – 9 years of age. No registration necessary.

Come together with your friends, family, and neighbors to call voters and ask them to join our historic movement to defeat Trump and transform America. *Note:* In addition to a cell phone, you will need a laptop or  tablet to use the Bernie Dialer. Be sure to bring a charger just in case too!

Suitable for those new to yoga or the Iyengar method of yoga, these classes focus on standing and seated postures, basic inversions (shoulderstand or alternative), and relaxation.  Poses learned in this course build strength, stamina, and balance; and develop flexibility in the feet, knees, hips, neck, and shoulders.  Special emphasis is placed on poses beneficial to men’s health.  Try it out…6 classes for $66. Or drop in to a single class for $13.

Join the 2019 Driftless Safari and enjoy exploring some of the natural, cultural, and historic treasures of Winneshiek County!

Driftless Safari is a long-term scavenger hunt that runs from Memorial Day until Halloween. The program is free and open to anyone that loves to explore and wants to experience some of the special places of Winneshiek County.

To participate, visit any Winneshiek County library during their operating hours to pick up a free map and guidebook.

The purpose of Driftless Safari is to help residents of and visitors to Winneshiek County engage in healthful physical activity, to increase awareness of and connections to the natural, historical, and cultural environments of Winneshiek County, and to foster a sense of community engagement and environmental stewardship in participants.

The 2019 Driftless Safari is made possible through the generous support of the Center for Sustainable Communities at Luther College, Sugar Bowl Ice Cream Company, the Winneshiek Soil and Water Conservation District, Winneshiek County Conservation, and the public libraries of Winneshiek County.

Join Ms. Nicki for stories, gamers, and fun at Phelps Park! In the case of inclement weather, this program will be held at the library.

For children 3 – 5 years of age. No registration necessary.

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a fellowship of people whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. The only requirement for attending our meetings is a desire for healthy and loving relationships – with others, and with ourselves. 

Not sure if you might be co-dependent? Some patterns are: thinking we can take care of ourselves without any help; difficulty making decisions, or second-guessing the decisions we made; believing we are unworthy; trouble setting boundaries – yet feeling resentful when others overstep those unstated boundaries; fear expressing our own opinions; offering advice or help without being asked; losing rest or sleep worrying or obsessing about others and their problems; harshly judging ourselves and others… The list of patterns goes on.

We invite you to explore LIVING life rather than merely getting through life. There is hope for a new day with CoDA! It is suggested that newcomers try six basic meetings before deciding if CoDA is right for them. We meet Wednesdays from 1-2pm at the Lingonberry, enter at 218 W Water Street or from the rear parking lot; meetings are held downstairs. All attendees are always anonymous. Who attends and what is said stays absolutely confidential.

Let your imagination run wild! Stop by the Public Program Room of the Library to create, have fun, or try something new. The masterpiece you take home is entirely up to you!

For children 6 – 9 years of age. No registration necessary.

Come together with your friends, family, and neighbors to call voters and ask them to join our historic movement to defeat Trump and transform America. *Note:* In addition to a cell phone, you will need a laptop or  tablet to use the Bernie Dialer. Be sure to bring a charger just in case too!

Come to the Courtyard and Cellar on Wednesday Nights, bring your records to share and discover new music with your fellow audiophiles!

Calling all builders! Preschool and kindergarten aged children are invited to join us in the Public Program Room of the Library to build, create, and play.

For children 3 – 5 years of age. No registration necessary.

Root to Rise Community Yoga is an all-levels alignment based
class that cultivates connection, curiosity, and balance.  Join us for a practice that allows you to
pause, breathe, and move with intention. 
You can expect variations, repetition, and guidance towards a peak pose
to both meet you where you are at and help you play the line of growth.  When you are deeply rooted you are able to
expand out into your life with renewed energy and vitality.

We carry inside us the wonders we seek outside us.  –Rumi

This Hardanger fiddle duo of Karen Rebholz and Carlyce Skjervem will feature music from the Hardanger region with four different tunings and seven fiddles total.

Performance includes lively stories and information about the tunes.

This free concert is dedicated to the memory of Gary D. Svenson (1939-2005) by his family.

In this class, you’ll have the opportunity to make wrist bands, hats, baby booties, mittens, pillows, and scarves, using the traditional Norwegian technique known as skinnfell.  In this technique, the smooth side of a sheepskin is printed with traditional designs, using woodblocks and ink.  The class is open to all skill levels.

July 28-31, 2019 with Norwegian artist-instructor Britt Solheim

The New Ole Hendricks Orchestra is reviving the charming repertoire of a rare 1890s tunebook compiled by Norwegian-born fiddler Ole Hendricks (1851-1935). In Minnesota, Ole became a well-known band leader playing quadrilles, polkas, reinlenders, and waltzes. We are excited to announce our new CD, Play it Again, Ole!

This will be a free concert sponsored by Nordic Fest! (But bring a little money in case you want to buy our new CD, okay?)

Vidar Skrede, Master Fiddler. Beth Hoven Rotto, Piano & Harmony Fiddle. Amy Shaw, Wooden Flute. Chris Bashor, Guitar. David Tousley, Bass. 

Join us in Clermont for the annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. This month’s concert will showcase the talent of Brooke Joyce and Craig Hultgren, both of Decorah.

Built in 1896, the organ was a gift presented by former Iowa Governor William Larrabee to his daughter, Anna, who was the church’s organist for more than 60 years. Union Sunday School is part of the Montauk Historic Site.

Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School. Both the Concert and Tea are free.

The Organ Concert Series is co-sponsored by the State Historical Society of Iowa and the Clermont Historical Society.

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a fellowship of people whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. The only requirement for attending our meetings is a desire for healthy and loving relationships – with ourselves and with others.

Not sure if you are co-dependent? Some patterns are:

– using indirect communication, such as hinting, to try to head off conflict (real or imagined);

– becoming resentful when our advice, help, or gifts are declined or unappreciated;

– not expressing our own feelings, beliefs, or opinions when they differ from others;

– have difficulty admitting a mistake, or re-hashing old mistakes over and over;

– perfectionism;

– perceiving ourselves as totally unselfish and dedicated to the well-being of others, and wishing others could see how much we do for them…

The list of patterns goes on.

We invite you to explore what it is like to LIVE life rather than to merely survive life. There is hope for a new day with CoDA! It is suggested that newcomers try six basic meetings before deciding if CoDA is right for them.

We also have an in-depth discussion on Sundays from 4:00-4:30pm to which anyone is welcome. (The basic meeting starts immediately afterwards, and both occur at NE Iowa Peace & Justice Center, 119 Winnebago Street.)

All attendees are anonymous. Who attends and what is said stays absolutely confidential.

This camp implements FUNKY/UNIQUE style of wrestling.
This clinic has something very special happening. We have developed a unique
style of wrestling into our teachings. This camp will help wrestlers improve
their technique by providing exposure to a variety of funky/unique wrestling
moves, strategies and attitudes. 

We are seeking out the wrestlers that want to strive to become better and be a DANGEROUS wrestler on the mat. Our goal is to take wrestlers to the next level and to expand their knowledge in the sport.  We
want our wrestlers to better their skills and attitudes.  This clinic is to help you learn funky/unique technique, strategies and attitudes.  When you step on that mat during season, you will have that extra confidence you need to outsmart your opponent to be that dangerous wrestler.

Again this clinic is very funky and unique, but we will also have fun. By attending this clinic
we will both be part of something special.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity!

 

Place Luther College Regent Center Wrestling Room   Address: 700 College Drive, Decorah IA 52101

GRADES: 3RD-12^TH  Includes TWO-T Shirts, Water Bottle and Camp Group Photo

PRE-REGISTRATION FORMS ARE DUE BY:  July 26^th  BUT CAN REGISTER AT THE DOOR FOR $80.00 

PLEASE  TEXT, CALL OR EMAIL IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO ATTEND.

COST:$75.00 or $80.00 for late registration. Make Checks payable to Luther College

 

 Dates                           CAMP Sessions              

Sun July 28^th         5:30pm – 8:00 p.m

Mon July  29^th        5:30pm – 8:00 p.m

Tue July 30^th         5:30pm – 8:00 p.m

 

Contact:  Coach Billy Huebner  563-379-8575  Coachbilly@luther.edu

Completed Registration forms should be sent to: Coach Billy Huebner 700 College Drive Decorah, IA 52101

PRE-REGISTRATION FORMS ARE DUE BY July 26^th   Makes Checks Payable to Luther College

 

 

Think you can defeat all the challenges with only one short minute on the clock? Come test your skills with friends at the library and have some silly fun!

Pre-registration is required at:
https://www.decorah.lib.ia.us/event-directory/unite-minute-to-win-it-games

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Unite is a program geared toward tween boys entering 5th through 8th grades. The Connect program (tween girls) will also be having Minute to Win It Games on August 6th!

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Connect is a program for middle school aged girls entering 5th – 8th grades.

Use your creativity and coordination!

Build an amazing structure during this open play program at the library or try one of our engineering challenges.

Registration is required:
https://www.decorah.lib.ia.us/event-directory/connect-keva-planks

Come together with your friends, family, and neighbors to call voters and ask them to join our historic movement to defeat Trump and transform America. *Note:* In addition to a cell phone, you will need a laptop or  tablet to use the Bernie Dialer. Be sure to bring a charger just in case too!

If you’re a runner, you know we all need to cross train in order to become better runners and stay injury free! 

Decorah running club is hosting a cross training session geared towards runners (contains strength training and stretching) led by Heidi Rockweiler. Anyone is welcome to attend, not just Decorah Running Club members.

We will meet at Nordic Chiro at 6pm(right next to Mexican Restaurant) and go on a short warm-up run. Cross training class will be held at Mary Christopher park.

Cost: free will donation. At the class we will all pick a local charity to donate the money towards.

Calling all builders! Preschool and kindergarten aged children are invited to join us in the Public Program Room of the Library to build, create, and play.

For children 3 – 5 years of age. No registration necessary.

5th and 6th graders will have the chance to learn more about the environment around them while also meeting others who enjoy the outdoors. Each hike will have a focus on topics such as birds and plants. Hike distances and difficulty will vary, but each will include some challenging terrain and will last about an hour. Participants should bring sun screen, a water bottle and reliable shoes. Car pooling is encouraged. Hike starts at 3:00 please arrive a few minutes early to register.

July 18th- Twin Springs (Animal Homes)

August 1st- Barnhart-Van Peenen Park (Plants)

August 15th- Lake Meyer (Birds)

Everyone is welcome to the FREE Community Meal* on Thursday, August 1st, 

5 pm to 6:15 pm, at Decorah Lutheran Church, 309 Winnebago Street.

*Gluten free options always available.

Our regular schedule of meals will resume in September with meals served on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.  ( September 5th & 19th)

 Bring your neighbors, friends, and family.

Come together with your friends, family, and neighbors to call voters and ask them to join our historic movement to defeat Trump and transform America. *Note:* In addition to a cell phone, you will need a laptop or  tablet to use the Bernie Dialer. Be sure to bring a charger just in case too!

Juracán: The Jíbaro and his Three Sons

Juracán: The Jíbaro and his Three Sons traces the history of Puerto Rico, its people, and the many visitors that have claimed the island as their own. This action-packed solo show is a bilingual, family-friendly adventure with music, mask, and audience participation. The history of the island from the Taíno kingdoms to the vulture capitalist aiming to turn Old San Juan into a future crypto-utopia for bitcoin billionaires is presented using pieces of debris left over from Hurricane María as the costumes, props, and locations.

This piece is performed in the style of traditional street theater- which engages the audience and uses everyday objects to enhance the magic of the characters. In total, I play over 14 characters during the show.

For more information about this show or Ricardo Vazquez visit Ricardo-Vazquez.com. For information about The Lingonberry Event Venue contact: Shirley Vermace at svermace@gmail.com or find The Lingonberry on facebook. 

New Minowa Players is excited for its latest musical Xanadu! It’s a musical comedy based on the 1980 movie of the same name, including hit ’80s songs from ELO and Olivia Newton-John such as “I’m Alive,” “Evil Woman,” “Strange Magic,” “All Over the World,” and, of course, “Xanadu.” You’ll keep humming the tunes long after this NMP Young People’s Production is over. Full of Greek gods and muses, fabulous music, a roller disco, conflict, and a love story that transcends time, this hilarious production is sure to entertain all ages. Performances are August 1, 2, and 3 at 7:30 p.m. and August 3 and 4 at 2:00. Tickets are available at www.newminowaplayers.org, at the Oneota Community Food Co-op, and an hour before each show.

Gentlemen’s Anti-Temperance League is coming the the Courtyard, Friday, Aug 2nd! They’re a modern string quartet that brings the smoky rhythms and sizzling leads of Prohibition swing into the 21st century. Grab any one of the Courtyard’s 12 tap beers or a signature cocktail and travel back in time with these hot, infectious and emotional jazz tunes. Show starts at 7:00, $5 cover charge.

New Minowa Players is excited for its latest musical Xanadu! It’s a musical comedy based on the 1980 movie of the same name, including hit ’80s songs from ELO and Olivia Newton-John such as “I’m Alive,” “Evil Woman,” “Strange Magic,” “All Over the World,” and, of course, “Xanadu.” You’ll keep humming the tunes long after this NMP Young People’s Production is over. Full of Greek gods and muses, fabulous music, a roller disco, conflict, and a love story that transcends time, this hilarious production is sure to entertain all ages.

Performances are August 1, 2, and 3 at 7:30 p.m. and August 3 and 4 at 2:00.

Tickets are available at www.newminowaplayers.org, at the Oneota Community Food Co-op, and an hour before each show.

$18 tickets on sale NOW at the Oneota Comm. Food Coop in downtown Decorah! Hurry, seating is limited!

Decorah Parks and Recreation is partnering with local yoga instructors to offer free yoga in the park!

Join Steph Hughes with Discover Happy 10-11am on August 3rd for a wonderful free yoga class. Bring a yoga mat or towel and join us in the green space west of John Cline Elementary School. No previous experience necessary and no need to register, just show up.

This program is sponsored by Gundersen Health Clinic and Winneshiek Medical Center.

New Minowa Players is excited for its latest musical Xanadu! It’s a musical comedy based on the 1980 movie of the same name, including hit ’80s songs from ELO and Olivia Newton-John such as “I’m Alive,” “Evil Woman,” “Strange Magic,” “All Over the World,” and, of course, “Xanadu.” You’ll keep humming the tunes long after this NMP Young People’s Production is over. Full of Greek gods and muses, fabulous music, a roller disco, conflict, and a love story that transcends time, this hilarious production is sure to entertain all ages.

Performances are August 1, 2, and 3 at 7:30 p.m. and August 3 and 4 at 2:00.

Tickets are available at www.newminowaplayers.org, at the Oneota Community Food Co-op, and an hour before each show.

Six talented and inspiring artists, one great cause. Join us at Heritage Farm in Decorah, Iowa, for a rollicking outdoor concert to support our nonprofit mission.

The concert offers the perfect chance to revel in the beauty of the Driftless Region while enjoying first-rate music. All concert proceeds will support our work to preserve America’s culturally diverse but endangered garden and food-crop heritage for current and future generations by collecting, growing, and sharing heirloom and open-pollinated seeds and plants.

New Minowa Players is excited for its latest musical Xanadu! It’s a musical comedy based on the 1980 movie of the same name, including hit ’80s songs from ELO and Olivia Newton-John such as “I’m Alive,” “Evil Woman,” “Strange Magic,” “All Over the World,” and, of course, “Xanadu.” You’ll keep humming the tunes long after this NMP Young People’s Production is over. Full of Greek gods and muses, fabulous music, a roller disco, conflict, and a love story that transcends time, this hilarious production is sure to entertain all ages.

Performances are August 1, 2, and 3 at 7:30 p.m. and August 3 and 4 at 2:00.

Tickets are available at www.newminowaplayers.org, at the Oneota Community Food Co-op, and an hour before each show.

New Minowa Players is excited for its latest musical Xanadu! It’s a musical comedy based on the 1980 movie of the same name, including hit ’80s songs from ELO and Olivia Newton-John such as “I’m Alive,” “Evil Woman,” “Strange Magic,” “All Over the World,” and, of course, “Xanadu.” You’ll keep humming the tunes long after this NMP Young People’s Production is over. Full of Greek gods and muses, fabulous music, a roller disco, conflict, and a love story that transcends time, this hilarious production is sure to entertain all ages.

Performances are August 1, 2, and 3 at 7:30 p.m. and August 3 and 4 at 2:00.

Tickets are available at www.newminowaplayers.org, at the Oneota Community Food Co-op, and an hour before each show.

NICC for Kids is a fun and educational camp at our Calmar Campus for students entering grades 2-4. Participants will chose from a wide variety of programs that involve imagination and creativity. August 5-7 | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  Course topics:

It’s Sew Fun

Career Detectives

Bugs and Biology, Oh My!

Cupcakes, Cookies, and Kids

3-D Printing

Robots, Robots, and More Robots

Kids in Space

Makey Makey-What?

A scholarship is available with funding provided by an Iowa Department of Education for Statewide Work-Based Learning Intermediary Regional Network Grant. Applications must be received by June 17. Download the NICC for Kids Scholarship Application

Register online at http://bit.ly/2OH2D8I or call 800.728.2256 ext 399.

 

 

Join us for lively stories, songs, and finger plays in the Public program Room of the Library. Then stay and play for an additional 1/2 hour. Toys courtesy of Friends of Decorah Public Library.

Children 18 months to 3 years of age with and adult caregiver. No registration necessary.

Feed your inner maker! Join Eric Sovern from Cardboard Robot for hands-on workshops at the library.

UNITE is a new program for tween boys entering 5th through 8th grades. 
Separate registration for each date is required:

– June 24th – http://ow.ly/PSPn50uCiBf

– August 5th – http://ow.ly/TYvQ50uCiJz

– August 19th – http://ow.ly/Fi2Q50uCiLk

Everyone is welcome to attend to help advocate for our climate in a bi-partisan, respectful and effective manner. Meetings are held the first Monday of every month, 5:30-7 PM. Attendees are welcome to bring a sack supper. To learn more, click on the link below, or email neiaclimate@gmail.com.

This class is designed to introduce new weavers to the basic skills involved in weaving on a floor loom. You will learn how to make a warp, dress the loom, and read threading drafts. The first warp will introduce basic one-shuttle plain weave and twill structures. The second project is a two-shuttle Monk’s Belt design. We will discuss finishing techniques including treatment of ends and blocking. Participants will be introduced to the use of natural fibers, primarily wool, and cotton. There is a small materials fee, payable to the instructor.

August 7-11, 2019 with instructor Laura Demuth

Youth ages 15-17 receive a 25% discount.  A 50% discount is available (on a standby basis) for Winneshiek County residents.

Join Ms. Nicki for stories, games, and fun at Phelps Park! In the case of inclement weather, this program will be held at the library.

For children 3 – 5 years of age. No registration necessary.

Let your imagination run wild! Stop by the Public Program Room of the Library to create, have fun, or try something new. The masterpiece you take home is entirely up to you!

For children 6 – 9 years of age. No registration necessary.

SongSisters Summer Session

You are invited to join with women and girls in SongSisters, 6 weeks of playful and heartful singing beginning Wed, Aug. 7 at 4:00 at the Phelps Park Band Gazebo. It doesn’t matter whether you think of yourself as a ‘singer’ or not, for every voice adds to the beauty of our songs, and we need yours!

You can register here.

Why Sing?

We gather to build friendship though singing. We gather to create an island of sanity, a place of belonging. We gather to make something bigger than any one of us. We gather to learn a common body of simple songs that we can carry with us into our everyday lives. Through group singing we experience joy, a sense of success, and an expression of shared meaning. We deepen our sense of communion with each other and a sense of sanctuary for all our spirits. Join us to sing, socialize, and relax – because singing is too important to leave to the professionals!

When will we meet?

We’ll meet for 6 Mondays from 4-5:00, beginning Aug. 7. At the end of the 6 weeks there will be an optional and informal singalong for friends and family. Join this part if you want, or not!

Do I have to know how to read music, or be a trained singer?

Heavens, no! We will learn all of our songs in a simple call-and-echo manner. You’ll be singing along before you even know it. Whether you’ve never sung in a group or have performed in front of masses, you’ll feel how well you belong here.

What kinds of songs?

We’ll  sing songs that celebrate love, diversity, power, the rhythms of the year, and the circle of life. We’ll sing songs for times when comfort is needed, and songs that remind us of our ancestors. We’ll sing songs to give us courage in our work tend the world. We’ll sing songs from home and songs from afar, and silly songs–all songs that you can take home and sing the rest of your life.

Any woman or girl is welcome! Come alone, bring a friend, bring a daughter or a neighbor. Anyone who identifies as a woman or girl is welcome.  If you are the mother of a young boy and would like to bring him along, please do. Youngest ones might like to play quietly in the room, or sit on laps.

What ages?

Any and all! This is a chance to make intergenerational friendships. Babies and very young children are welcome too.

Is there a fee?

A one-time donation is asked at the beginning, on sliding scale $20-$60,  pay as feels affordable and generous to you. Under age 8 is free.

What if I’m not sure? Can I just come give it a try?

Of course!

Do I need to commit to all 6 times?

We hope you’ll find it irresistible, and it will be easiest for us to build our songs when most people come most of the time. However, we know that other things come up and that’s ok.

Who is leading this group?

Liz Rog is in love with the people, land, and creatures of Northeast Iowa and lives to sing with others in this shared home. Liz  believes that everyone can sing and that doing it together is a wonderful way to restore our sense of belonging and connection in community.  

Guest leaders will also share songs.

Come, join the growing global community movement that is knitting the world together through song.

To register, click here.

Questions? call or email Liz Rog, 563-382-8013 or liz@decorahnow.com.

We have the legos. You bring the imagination! Join us for open play in the Public Program Room of the library.

For children 6 – 9 years of age. No registration necessary.

Decorah Parks and Recreation is partnering with local yoga instructors to offer free yoga in the park!

Join Laura Ollendick with Reefuel and The Healing Shack 10-11am on August 10th for a wonderful free yoga class. Bring a yoga mat or towel and join us in the green space west of John Cline Elementary School. No previous experience necessary and no need to register, just show up.

This program is sponsored by Gundersen Health Clinic and Winneshiek Medical Center.

Don’t miss a chance to take a whirl around the schoolhouse. The quintessential event on a summer’s evening in northeast Iowa. Waltz, polka, schottische, two step or just smile and take it in. Bring a water bottle and wear your dancin’ shoes.

Let your imagination run wild! Stop by the Public Program Room of the Library to create, have fun, or try something new. The masterpiece you take home is entirely up to you!

For children 6 – 9 years of age. No registration necessary.

We have the Keva Planks. You bring the imagination! Join us for open play in the Public Program Room of the library.

For children 6 – 9 years of age. No registration necessary.

Grab your friends and family for the Outdoor BINGO Challenge! Complete activities such as fossil hunting, fishing, and building a stick fort to get as many BINGO’s as you can. Participants will cross off the challenges as they are completed throughout the summer to get five in a row.

Get entered in to a drawing for a prize every time you get five in a row (limited to 5 entrees per participant). Participants who blackout their board will be entered in to the big prize drawing. To turn in the BINGO sheets and to be entered in to the drawing visit the Outdoor BINGO Celebration!

To print off a BINGO sheet please visit http://winneshiekwild.com/outreach/publicevents

 

Outdoor BINGO Celebration 

Join in on more fun by attending the Outdoor BINGO celebration! There will be activities for the whole family to partake in and snacks provided. The Outdoor BINGO Challenge celebration will take place at the Lake Meyer Educational Shelter located at Lake Meyer Park and Campground outside of Calmar.

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Learn how to grow, harvest, store, and save seed while discussing the importance of preserving crop diversity in your own backyard. Discover how to engage your community in seed stewardship through seed libraries, seed swaps, and community gardens.

Decorah Parks and Recreation is partnering with local yoga instructors to offer free yoga in the park!

Join Thea Satrom with “Yoga with Thea and Steve” 10-11am on August 17th for a wonderful free yoga class. Bring a yoga mat or towel and join us in the green space west of John Cline Elementary School. No previous experience necessary and no need to register, just show up.

This program is sponsored by Gundersen Health Clinic and Winneshiek Medical Center.

Decorah Parks and Recreation is partnering with local yoga instructors to offer free yoga in the park!

Join Hallie Evans with Root River Yoga 10-11am on August 24th for a wonderful free yoga class. Bring a yoga mat or towel and join us in the green space west of John Cline Elementary School. No previous experience necessary and no need to register, just show up.

This program is sponsored by Gundersen Health Clinic and Winneshiek Medical Center.

Join us in Clermont for the annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. This month’s concert will showcase the talent of Sally and Glen Boie.

Built in 1896, the organ was a gift presented by former Iowa Governor William Larrabee to his daughter, Anna, who was the church’s organist for more than 60 years. Union Sunday School is part of the Montauk Historic Site.

Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School. Both the Concert and Tea are free.

The Organ Concert Series is co-sponsored by the State Historical Society of Iowa and the Clermont Historical Society.