Things to do in Dallas County this weekend include tea parties, soup fundraiser

Iowa Prohibition & Bootlegging Legacy Program

1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10 at Woodward Public Library.

Join Iowa historical fiction writer, Ann Hanigan Kotz, as she shares history of early 20th century through her program Iowa Prohibition & Bootlegging Legacy. She will with about the state’s Prohibition journey along with why many families turned to bootlegging. She will also be discussing her most recent book “Moonshine by Moonlight.”

Tea Parties Past and Present with Living History Farms

1-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11 at Carnegie Library Museum, Perry.

Cups and saucers, pots and plates – all bring to mind a relaxing and refined tea party! Learn where tea comes from, how it became a popular beverage, and how the manners of serving tea developed. Discover how Victorian England and the United States felt about tea party menus and manners, and how tea became a fixture in Iowa’s culture. The Carnegie Library Museum is pleased to welcome historians from Living History Farms from 1-2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11. Join us for this free presentation on the history of tea parties for all ages. No registration is required. For more information, contact the Carnegie Library Museum at 515-465-7713.

Soup and Bake Sale Fundraiser

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12 at 1211/1213 Lucinda St., Perry.

The Perry Alano Club is hosting a soup and bake sale fundraiser on Sunday, Jan. 12. Cheesy potato, chicken and noodle, ham and bean soup will be served along with bars, brownies, cookies and more. A free-will donation will be taken.

Perry Emergency Food Pantry Annual Meeting

1:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12 at at Mt. Olivet Fellowship Hall, 15th and Otley, Perry.

The Perry Emergency Food Pantry Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, Jan. 12. Social hour will start at 1:30 p.m. followed by 2024 report to the community. All volunteers, donors, community support friends and family are welcome.

A Winter Afternoon Tea

4:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13 at Carnegie Library Museum, Perry.

Come to the Carnegie Library Museum on Monday, Jan. 13 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. to enjoy a cozy, winter-themed afternoon tea. The menu will include tea sandwiches, mini shepherd’s pies, cream cheese scones, mini chocolate tarts, and shortbread cookies. Plus, these delicious treats will be served with two types of tea, jams, clotted cream, and butter. Space is limited, so be sure to purchase your ticket at the Perry Public Library today. Tickets are $15 per person. For questions, contact the Carnegie Library Museum at 515-465-7713.

Who’s Hoo?

9-10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Forest Park Museum and Arboretum, 14581 K Ave., Perry.

Join a naturalist to learn about owls we see in Iowa, practice some calls, and meet our education ambassador owl. This program will be inside, so come out snow or shine!

Waukee FamilyFest

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Lutheran Church of Hope – Waukee, 305 NE Dartmoor Drive.

Join Waukee Parks & Recreation for the annual FamilyFest on Saturday, Jan. 18. Check out Waukee area businesses, play games and jump on inflatables. Everything is free!

Soup Supper and Pie Auction

5-7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Washington Township School, 7 miles south of Perry on P 58.

The Washington Township School Board will be hosting their annual soup supper and pie auction on Saturday, Jan. 18. Potato soup, chili, corn bread, relish, desserts and drink will be served. The pie auction will start around 6 p.m. Donations are used for the upkeep of this 100-year-old former schoolhouse that is rented out for events. Come for the food and fun!

Voas Owl Program

9-11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20 at Voas Nature Area, 19286 Lexington Road, Minburn.

The common owls of Iowa can be located at night by mimicking their calls. The uncommon owls are found during the day roosting in cedar trees. We will be venturing off-trail looking for pellets, whitewash, and feathers. The hope is that we will be able to experience our own “Eye to Eye Epiphany.” Registration is required for this free program through the DCCB’s Eventbrite page.

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