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Pumpkin Floral Arrangement Class October 16

Pumpkin Floral Arrangement Class

Pumpkin Floral Arrangement Class Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, 6 – 8 pm 

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County

Event by Dallas County, IA Master Gardeners

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County
Duration: 2 hr

Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
Dallas County Master Gardeners are hosting a class where you will learn to arrange a pumpkin floral arrangement and take it home. The class costs $25.

Dallas County ISU Extension Office
28059 Fairground Road | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281
Fax: (515) 993-1027
Website: www.Extension.IaState.edu/dallas

Trunk or Treat at Faith Lutheran October 27

Faith Lutheran Adel IowaCourtesy of Adel Faith Lutheran Church:

There will be a “Trunk or Treat” held at Faith Lutheran Church on Sunday, October 27th from 4:30-6:30 pm.

Please stop by for a safe, fun Halloween Alternative for families.

Dress in fun costumes! Invite your friends! Get lots of […] Continue Reading…

ADM DECA Door Mat Online Order

ADM-DECAThank you for supporting ADM DECA.

To help fund conferences, competitions, and materials needed for competitions, DECA has decided to sell ADM Door Mats! 

These mats are made of nylon carpet, have black vinyl backing, and are ‘2X3’ in dimension. Each door mat is $35.

All mats must be ordered by Monday, October 21st—this will ensure they are delivered before […] Continue Reading…

2024 Adel Pumpkin Carving Contest

Adel Pumpkin Carving ContestCourtesy of Adel Park and Rec:

Calling all creative carvers!

Make a Jack-O-Lantern masterpiece and take a spooky picture with it.

Submit your photo to the Adel Park/Rec. office or email it to Ramona at rdillinger@adeliowa.org.

Please include your name and contact phone […] Continue Reading…

2024 October Events at the Adel Library

Adel Public :library - All Iowa

We need baked goods!

We are asking for donations for the Friends Foundation Bake sale!

Donations should be dropped off on Monday, October 28th, during open hours. Please label your items. We ask that you do not donate items that need refrigeration.

The Bake Sale will be on Tuesday, October 29th, from 9 am-6 pm.

The library will […] Continue Reading…

Adel Chamber’s New Communications Coordinator

 Nicole Connick Adel Chamber Director

Nicole Connick has been announced as Adel Chambers’s new Communications/Membership Engagement Coordinator.

Nicole has 3 kids, two in the ADM school district. She enjoys crafting and spending time with her family.

She is a service-driven individual who is excited to help Chamber members get the most out of […] Continue Reading…

Beggars Night 2024 October 31

Halloween Pumpkin KissThe City of Adel has announced that Beggars Night 2024 has been set for Thursday, October 31st, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Safety Tips for an Extra Safe Halloween.

City of Adel
Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
301 S. 10th St. | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Website: Adeliowa.org
Facebook: […] Continue Reading…

Health Navigators Help Dallas County Residents Thrive Amid Increasing Need 2024

Dallas County Iowa LogoDate: Sept. 10, 2024. Adel, IA – Dallas County Health Navigation, a program of the Dallas County Health Department, has released the FY24 Annual Report outlining the program’s efforts to connect Dallas County residents with the basic resources needed to thrive in our communities.

Over the last year, Health Navigators directly served 580 Dallas County families. 

The Health Navigation program was launched in […] Continue Reading…

Adel Rotary Supports Eagle Scout Project

Adel Rotary Club - Adel IowaAdel Rotary is pleased to support the Eagle Scout Project of Luke Yanacheak, which will refurbish the welcome signs at the entrances of Adel and update the logos of community organizations.

Luke is seen with President Amanda Schwantes at the check presentation. Thanks to Luke for his efforts!

Adel Rotary is the charter organization for the Troop, […] Continue Reading…

Wills Family Organic Apple Orchard & Pumpkin Farm 2024

Wills Orchard Banner

Courtesy of Wills Family Orchard:Wills Family Organic Apple Orchard and Pumpkin Farm - Adel Iowa

Grab your flannel shirts and head out to Wills Family Orchard this Fall to find the perfect seasonal produce, pumpkins, farm fun, and beautiful Iowa landscapes!

On-farm Store, u-pick apples, u-pick pumpkins, gourds, beautiful mums, apple cider donuts, orchard-fresh food, and activities (hay wagon ride, rope maze, and play area) are available during Festival weekends […] Continue Reading…

Exciting Update for Doc’s Out-of-Town Guests!

Courtesy of Doc’s Hunt Club 08/05/2024Doc's Hunt Club Adel Iowa

As most of you already know, Doc’s Hunt Club lost its lodge due to a fire in February.

While this was an unexpected and challenging event, we are committed to ensuring your hunting trip remains fantastic and memorable.

We are pleased to announce that we have partnered with Wildwood Lodge in Clive, Iowa, to provide accommodations for our valued […] Continue Reading…

Adel Flowers & Gifts To Open Store at 801 Main May 29

Adel Flowers and Gifts LogoAdel Flowers and Gifts is very excited to be moving forward to our new location downtown.

Starting May 29th we will be located in our store at 801 Main Street. I hope to see many friends stop in to say hello. 

We will have a ribbon cutting May 17.

Hours: M – TH 9 – 5, Fri 9 -6 Sat 10 – 2

We may be adding […] Continue Reading…

Adel Archery Range Now Open For The 2024 Season

Adel Archery CenterAdel Parks & Rec:

The Adel Archery Range is Now Open to the public.

Volunteer David McAdon has been working hard getting the Adel Parks & Rec Archery Range ready to Open for the season.

He has been busy straightening the fence. Painting the picnic table and repairing the stands for the new […] Continue Reading…

Local Adel Company Celebrating 25 Years

BASE® Employee Benefits Adel IowaAdel, IA – April 2024 – April 19th marks 25 years in business for BASE®, a company that strives to provide the best service when it comes to employee benefit plan administration. 

BASE® opened for business in 1999, in Urbandale, and in 2001, moved to Adel, and have been there ever since. 

Partnering with professionals in varying industries, from accounting professionals to insurance agents, to help save business owners […] Continue Reading…

Adel Chamber’s Interactive Mural Ribbon-Cutting May 8

Photo Courtesy of Adel Resident William Freestone

Adel Partners Chamber Unveils Interactive Mural with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Set for May 8 at 12 PM

The Arts & Trails committee of the Adel Partners Chamber is excited to announce the unveiling of its new interactive mural at 109 Nile Kinnick Dr (4way stop)with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, May 8th.

The event, which […] Continue Reading…

City of Ade Tree City USA Recipient

Tree City USA LogoTree City USA LogoCourtesy of the City of Adel

The City of Adel was recently honored with the 2023 Tree City USA Award at the 33rd Annual Community Forestry Awards Luncheon in Ankeny.

The Arbor Day Foundation and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources presented the award on April 4th at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny.

“The Tree City USA […] Continue Reading…

BASE® 2024 Annual Day of Service to Combat Hunger

BASE 2024 Food Drive Employee PhotoAdel, IA – April 2024 – BASE® has designated April 11th as an annual Day of Service.  

The business has been in the Adel community for over twenty years and continually supports local organizations to get food and other necessities to those in need.  

On April 11, BASE® made Motivation Cards to support the Food Bank of Iowa BackPack Sack […] Continue Reading…

2024 Adel Business of the Year – Fiesta Mexican Restaurant

Ade; Busines of the YearThe 2024 Adel Business of the Year was announced April 25 at the Country Lane Lodge, during the Annual Celebrate Adel Dinner.

This year’s recipient is Fiesta Mexican Restaurant. The business of the year goes above and beyond to not only deliver great customer service, but also enhances the Adel business climate and truly improves the community as a whole.

Antonio Berber […] Continue Reading…

2023 Adel Citizen of the Year – Carole Schlapkohl  

Citizen of the Year - Carole Schlapkohl

The 2023 Adel Citizen of the Year was announced April 25 at the Country Lane Lodge, during the Annual Celebrate Adel Dinner.

For many years, Carole Schlapkohl has been a steadfast presence in the community, always ready to lend a helping hand wherever it is needed.

She came to Adel in 1979 and began her career as a teacher and coach. She went on to become the […] Continue Reading…