Community Calendar Events
Brenton Arboretum Botanical Drawing Class June 1st.
[ November 30, -0001 12:00 am to May 1, 2018 12:00 pm. ] 
Courtesy of Brenton Arboretum:
The Brenton Arboretum will host a Botanical Drawing Class on June 1, 2013 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Instructor Teena Case will display her illustrations of stunning detail, and you will learn how to begin an illustration and drawing techniques.
Work time in class will allow you all to receive individual Continue reading
Antiques on Ninth Open Feb 8th - 9th
[ November 30, -0001 12:00 am to February 9, 2013 3:00 pm. November 30, -0001 12:00 am to February 8, 2013 3:00 pm. ] 
Adel and Dallas County memorabilia will be featured at Antiques on Ninth (Cameo Rose Building) from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. this weekend.
February 8th - 9th
Other antiques and collectibles will also be on sale. Continue reading
2012 Adventureland Park Discount Tickets
[ June 1, 2012 to August 31, 2012. ] 
Courtesy of Adel Parks and Recreations:
Planning a trip to Adventureland this summer?
Adventureland Prices:
At Gate - $39.00
Adel Parks and Rec - $31.00
Save $8.00 per ticket by purchasing your Admission tickets through Adel Parks and Recreation at the Adel City Hall counter.
Adel City Hall Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.
Contact Adel Parks and Recreation at 993-4525 for more information. Continue reading
Star Lab at the Adel Library June 7th.
[ June 7, 2012; 11:00 am; 1:00 pm; 3:00 pm; ] 
Courtesy of Adel Public Library:
The Adel Public Library is sponsoring a Star Lab at the Adel Fire Station, Thursday June 7th.
Three Session Times (Limit of 25 per lab):
- 11:00 a.m
- 1:00 p.m
- 3:00 p.m
This event is open to children ages 5 -12.
Contact the library at 515-993-3512 to register or sign up at the front desk. Continue reading
"Dream Big Read" 2012 Reading Program at Adel Library
[ May 29, 2012 10:00 am to July 20, 2012 5:00 pm. ] 
Courtesy of Adel Public Library:
From May 29th to July 20th come into the Adel Public Library to signup for the "Dream Big: Read!" Summer Reading Program. The reading program is open to toddlers, children, teens and adults.
Fun activities of reading and prizes for all ages.
Children who meet reading requirements will be invited to a top reader only pool party.
Teens who meet their reading requirements will have an ice cream party on August 1.
It's never too late to register for the program. Stop by today! Continue reading
NAPA Know How June Sale and Father's Day Specials
[ June 1, 2012 7:00 am to June 30, 2012 5:30 pm. ] 
Courtesy of Adel Auto Parts:
Adel Auto Parts June Sale is in time for Father's Day on June 17th, with some Great Specials.
Your choice of GearWrench 10 pc. Standard & Stubby Combination Wrench Sets. SAE or Metric - 34.99
170-Pc. Mechanics Tool Set - 99.99.
Oil Change Special - 20.99.
Porter Cable 18V 2 pc. Cordless Drill kit - 199.00.
Come in for great savings on oil, batteries, mufflers, and much more in the flyer.
Sale runs through May, 2012. Available at your Adel and Perry NAPA stores. Continue reading
Live Music at Corner Tap This Summer
[ May 31, 2012; 8:00 pm; June 7, 2012; 8:00 pm; June 9, 2012; 8:00 pm; June 14, 2012; 8:00 pm; June 21, 2012; 8:00 pm; June 28, 2012; 8:00 pm; July 7, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] 
Get ready for Live Music on the Patio this summer at the Corner Tap.
- Thursday May 31 - Craig Swalwell Band
- Thursday June 7 - SPAM (all girl band)
- Saturday June 9th - Jethros All Stars
- Thursday June 14 - Blues Bureau
- Thursday June 21 - Dustin Baird
- Thursday June 28 - Dave Miller
- Saturday July 7th - the Brian Holtz Band
More to come... Continue reading
Toddler and Preschooler Time at Adel Library - Summer 2012
[ June 4, 2012; 10:30 am; June 5, 2012; 10:30 am; June 7, 2012; 10:30 am; June 11, 2012; 10:30 am; June 12, 2012; 10:30 am; June 14, 2012; 10:30 am; June 18, 2012; 10:30 am; June 19, 2012; 10:30 am; June 21, 2012; 10:30 am; June 25, 2012; 10:30 am; June 26, 2012; 10:30 am; June 28, 2012; 10:30 am; July 2, 2012; 10:30 am; July 3, 2012; 10:30 am; July 5, 2012; 10:30 am; July 9, 2012; 10:30 am; July 10, 2012; 10:30 am; July 12, 2012; 10:30 am; July 16, 2012; 10:30 am; July 17, 2012; 10:30 am; July 19, 2012; 10:30 am; July 23, 2012; 10:30 am; July 24, 2012; 10:30 am; July 26, 2012; 10:30 am; July 30, 2012; 10:30 am; July 31, 2012; 10:30 am; August 2, 2012; 10:30 am; ] 
Courtesy of Adel Public Library:
Events for Toddlers and Preschoolers with games, stories, songs and a craft.
Mondays at 10:30 a.m. - Preschool Story Time
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. - Toddler Time
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. - Music Time (ages 1-5)
Join Paula and Laura for singing, dancing and action songs. Continue reading
9 Pin Doubles League at Adel Family Fun Center
[ May 3, 2012; 6:00 pm; May 10, 2012; 6:00 pm; May 17, 2012; 6:00 pm; May 24, 2012; 6:00 pm; May 31, 2012; 6:00 pm; June 7, 2012; 6:00 pm; June 14, 2012; 6:00 pm; June 21, 2012; 6:00 pm; ] 
Courtesy of Adel Family Fun Center:
Summer 9 Pin Doubles League at Adel Family Fun Center.
Want to Keep your game going through the Summer? Try our New 9 Pin Doubles League!
Starting Thursday May 3rd., for 8 weeks every Thursday at 6:00 p.m.
A non sanctioned Doubles league for the bowler who wants that extra strike every once in a while!
9 Pin: If you throw a strike, you get a strike, if you knock down 9 pins, you get a strike!
Stop on in for more information or call Sandi or Steven at (515) 993-3350. Continue reading
Learn How to Have a Homegrown Lifestyle
[ March 29, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. April 5, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. April 12, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. April 19, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. April 26, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. May 3, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. May 10, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. May 17, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. May 24, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. May 31, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. June 7, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. June 14, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] 
Courtesy of the Dallas County ISU Extension Office
- Photo Courtesy of www.homegrownlifestyle.org
Learn How to Have a Homegrown Lifestyle
Adel, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering a course for folks who want to reconnect with the land, grow food for their own use and create a sustainable landscape.
Homegrown Lifestyle will be offered by ISU Extension and Outreach – Dallas County on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. beginning March 29th and ending June 14th.
Homegrown Lifestyle is a 12-week spring short course for people living on a large lot or small acreage who are interested in producing food for their own use in a way that sustains their natural environment.
Each weekly session has a webinar, taught by extension educators with expertise in the topics, to bring the science of getting started to the class; plus, each class offers... Continue reading
