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You’re Invited to Participate!
Community Design Workshop Wednesday, August 11th |
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The City of Emmetsburg was selected to participate in this year’s Iowa’s Living Roadways Community Visioning Program. Community Visioning integrates both technical landscape planning and design techniques into a sustainable goal-setting process in order to create a community enhancement plan that reflects the values and identity of the community. Public participation is key to identifying the needs and desires of the community. Throughout this calendar year, a local steering committee has worked to facilitate the visioning process and gather public input.
Residents will have another opportunity to share their ideas for improving Emmetsburg at a public design workshop at The Shores at Five Island tomorrow - Wednesday, August 11th. This workshop is the culmination of an input-gathering process to identify transportation needs and opportunities for enhancements in Emmetsburg. Information collected earlier this spring through surveys and focus groups will be incorporated into a conceptual transportation and landscape enhancement plan.
A design team will be working at The Shores throughout the day on August 11 to develop a conceptual plan that meets the goals and needs of Emmetsburg. The public is invited to stop in between 3:00-5:30 PM to watch the design team at work, chat with members of the steering committee, provide input, and enjoy refreshments. A presentation and community feedback session is scheduled for 5:30 PM where citizens can learn about the concept designs and provide direct input to the design team on what they would like to see. Results from focus group workshops and the random-sample transportation survey will also be shared.
The Community Visioning Program is sponsored by the Iowa Department of Transportation in partnership with Iowa State University Extension, Trees Forever, and professional landscape architects. To learn more about the program and/or participating in the design workshop, visit communityvisioning.org/Emmetsburg or call Trees Forever Field Coordinator Jeff Jensen at 515-320-6756.
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City Announcements
Closed Labor Day
The City of Emmetsburg and Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities will be closed on Monday, September 6th in honor of Labor Day. Monday’s solid waste route will be picked up on Tuesday, September 7th.
Shores Staffing & Kitchen Hours
Due to limited staffing, kitchen hours at The Shores at Five Island (Dockside Lounge) have been reduced to 5:00-9:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. The Shores is accepting applications for bartenders/servers, cooks, and banquet staff. Stop in to The Shores for more information and to apply. Positions open until filled. EOE.
Thank You to Seasonal Staff!
Sarah Vonnahme, Community Center Director, and Alissa Kliegl, Golf/Restaurant Manager, would like to give a huge shout-out to the seasonal staff at The Shores at Five Island for their great work this summer. It was an all-hands-on-deck effort to run golf tournaments, weddings, class reunions, and more with a short staff. The seasonal employees jumped right in, and did it with a smile on their face. They showed great character and work ethic. Thank you!
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Keep ‘Em Brewing Homebrew Fest |
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Message from the Chamber of Commerce |
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KEMB-LP hosts the 5th Annual Homebrew Fest this Saturday, August 14 starting at 2:00 PM at Soper Park. Did you realize that 94.1 KEMB-LP is a non-profit, non-commercial radio station operated by a non-profit organization, the Emmetsburg Chamber? The revenues generated by our Annual Homebrew Fest keep the station on air, help to purchase new equipment, and pay for all the licensing fees that are required.
Here’s the schedule for Saturday’s event. No general admission and parking is free.
- 2:00-10:00 PM: Beverage Garden Open - Beer/Wine $5 per ticket or 5 for $20
- 2:30-4:30 PM: Craft Beer and Native Iowa Wine Tasting
- 3:00 PM-Gone: Ribeye Sandwiches, Burgers, and Beef Hot dogs grilled by the PAC Cattlemen
- 4:00 PM-Gone: 1st Amateur Ribfest Tasting$10 to Taste and Vote
- 5:30-9:30 PM: The Jeremy DeWall Band
- 5:15-6:45 PM: Commemorative Glass Sale $15 – Includes admission to Homebrew Tasting
- 6:00-7:30 PM: People’s Choice Homebrew Tasting
Sponsors for this event include Kwik Star, Aluma, Northland Auto & Marine, Rooney’s Auto & Tire, The Financial Center, Munn Massage Therapy & Bodyworks, Ned & Mary Ellen Munn, SMARTS Broadcast Systems, Relaxation ‘n Rejuvenation, Gramowski Construction, Woodford Equipment, Delta Waterfowl, Wickman Auto Sales, and Nelson’s Cabin.
Hope to see you there!
Deb Hite
Director, Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce
712.852.2283
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Summer Road Improvements
Road crews are currently in Emmetsburg working on a list of road repair and improvement projects. Roads that are scheduled for repairs include:
- State Street - from 1st Street to 3rd Street
- N State Street - from 1st Street to Dan Brown Drive
- Harrison Street - from 1st Street to 3rd Street
- Call Street - from 1st Street to 2nd Street
- Lawler Street - from railroad tracks to 13th Street
- Lawler Street - from 11th Street to railroad tracks
- Lake Street - from 17th Street to 19th Street
- Broadway Street (west side) - from 7th Street to 8th Street
- 2nd Street - from Call Street to Madison Street
- 4th Street (south side) - from Superior Street to State Street
- 4th Street - from Call Street to Lawler Street
- 11th Street - from Palmer Street to Lawler Street
- 18th Street - from Broadway Street to Lake Street
- 17th Street - from Airport Road to Madison Street
- 23rd Street - from Grand Avenue to Broadway Street
Please remember to slow down and be watchful of the equipment and crews.
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New Merchandise Coming to The Shores
The Shores at Five Island will soon be introducing new merchandise to the Five Island Golf Pro Shop and “Shore Store.” The Shores is working with local businesses to create a new line of apparel, drink ware, and more. New offerings will include men’s and women’s Shores tank tops, Five Island Lake hoodies and crew neck sweatshirts, Five Island Lake sweatshirt blankets, Five Island Golf hats and coolers, can koozies and stainless steel tumblers. Follow both “ Five Island Golf & Dockside Lounge” and “ The Shores at Five Island” on Facebook to stay tuned as new products hit the shelves.
Stainless Steel Tumbler Pre-Order: The Shores is currently taking pre-orders for the new line of 20-ounce stainless steel tumblers. Customers can choose from sixteen colors and three tumbler designs. Designs, color options, product and pre-order information may be found on Facebook or by stopping in to The Shores. Tumbler pre-orders will be accepted until Monday, August 23rd.
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Library Updates
The Emmetsburg Public Library has wrapped up the Summer Reading Program. There was a wonderful number of participants and many happy prize winners. All of our programs were well-attended. Thank you to all the children who came--and to the parents who brought them! We are already looking forward to next year’s program, and we are in the process of planning more special visitors.
As the school year quickly descends upon us, the Emmetsburg Public Library will be offering free after-school homework help. The Emmetsburg Public Library will have access to online homework help via Brainfuse, a web-based program through the State Library of Iowa. Starting in September, students can also utilize the available librarian for help with assignments, editing papers, and general study-strategies.
For fun, the library will be having a "Pokémon Training Camp" where children ages 8 and up can come to learn more about and how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game on August 24 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (school two-hour early out day) Each participant will receive some Pokémon cards, and drawings for door prizes will be held. Advance registration is required.
In September, we will be introducing “BookTok,” the library’s newest book club. Booktok is for all ages, but the monthly selection will come from our Young Adult section. BookTok will meet on the second Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. Stop in today to get your copy of the selection, Looking for Alaska by John Green.
Contact the library at 712-852-4009 or info@emmetsburg.lib.ia.us for more information or to register for a program.
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Monday Night Bingo @ VFW
Mondays (starting in May) at 6:30 PM
Early bird bingo at 6:30. Masks no longer required. A light meal will be served between 5:30-6:25 PM. |
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TOPS® Meeting
Wednesdays at 4:15 PM @ Iowa Welcome Center |
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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Thursdays at 7:30 PM @ Family Life Center |
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Tea Time Cinema
Thursdays at 2:00 PM @ Emmetsburg Public Library
Classic movie is shown + tea is served. Free and open to all.
Call library for titles showing and more info: 712-852-4009.
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Farmer’s Market on 10th Street
Thursdays from 12 - 5 PM
Saturdays from 8 AM - 12 PM |
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Palo Alto County Soccer Registration (Age 4 - Grade 8)
August 10 from 5:00-7:00 PM @ Pizza Ranch
For more information contact Jen Bauer at 712-363-0942 or Lindsy Frambach at 319-231-4220. |
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Merchant Sponsored Summer Matinee Movie - "Playing with Fire"
August 11 at 2:00 PM @ Riviera Theatre |
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Community Visioning Design Workshop & Presentation
August 11 from 3:00-5:30 PM (open house) and presentation at 5:30 PM @ The Shores |
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Mobile Food Pantry
August 12 from 5:00-7:00 PM @ Grace Baptist |
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5th Annual KEMB “Keep ‘Em Brewing Homebrew Fest”
August 14 from 2:00-10:00 PM @ Soper Park
Homebrew, Craft beer and wine tastings, Amateur BBQ Ribfest Competition/Tasting, Ribeyes, Burgers & Beef Hot Dogs, and entertainment by The Jeremy DeWall Band. No general admission or parking fees. |
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ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager Course
August 16 from 8:30AM-6:00 PM @ Palo Alto County Extension Office |
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Emmetsburg Catholic School Open House & Ice Cream Social
August 19 from 4:00-6:00 PM @ Emmetsburg Catholic School
Bring your school supplies, check out the classrooms and meet the teachers. |
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2021 Emmetsburg Chamber Awards Presentation
August 19 from 5:00-6:30 PM @ The Shores
Citizen of the Year, MidAmerican Energy Catalyst Award, 5 Under 40 Awards as well a Chamber volunteers will be honored at a special gathering with limited attendance. The event will be shared virtually for the public. |
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Live After Six ft. Scott Larsen
August 19 from 6:30-9:30 PM @ the veranda at The Shores
Sponsored by Dick and Anne Marie Nelson, Neil and Linda Ankeny,
The Dental Loft - Dr. Jena Hauswirth, and Thul Law Firm |
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PEO Scholarship Pancake Breakfast @ VFW
August 22 from 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
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Back to School Backpack Blessing and Welcome Brunch
August 22 at 9:00 AM @ First United Methodist Church
Blessing during the service. Welcome brunch following the service to welcome Pastor Lana Williams. |
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Pokemon Trading Camp
August 24 from 2:00-4:00 PM @ Emmetsburg Public Library
Register by August 11 by calling 712-852-4009 or emailing nclark@emmetsburg.lib.ia.us. |
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Palo Alto County Family Wellness Event
August 28 from 5:00-8:45 PM @ Soper Park
Inflatables, Painting Creations with Kim, free will supper, music by One Layne Band, lighting of luminaries, prayer service, 5K run/walk |
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The Emmetsburg newsletter is produced by the City of Emmetsburg Marketing & Retail Coordinator. |
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