Peg DeLoriea – Brick St. Bakery
Freshly baked-goods are available in Adel! This month, we spoke with Cafe & Bakery Business Manager Peg DeLoriea of Optimae LifeServices about the new Brick Street Bakery, located on the west side of the courthouse square at 109 North 9th Street.
Adel Public Library Receives Grants
Courtesy of Adel Library:
Published: April 2017
The Adel Public Library is thrilled to receive a grant from the Dallas County Foundation which provides the funds for a new floor to be installed in our Community Room! Thanks to our Friends Foundation for their matching funds.
The library has been blessed to receive additional grant funds from the Adel Rotary Club which has allowed us to purchase more Playaway Launchpads.
These tablets are designed for library circulation and pre-loaded with learning apps and games grouped by subject area, theme, age, and grade level.
The Launchpads have been widely popular and we’re excited to see them in the hands of so many patrons as they make learning fun!
Library Hours:
Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Adel Public Library
303 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-3512
website: www.Adel Public Library
ISU Ext. Dallas County – New Executive Director Jeff Jackson
Exc. Director – Jeff Jackson
Courtesy of the Dallas Co Extension Office
Jeff Jackson has accepted the newly created position of executive director for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County effective May 1.
As executive director, Jackson will provide leadership to the Dallas County Extension Council and staff while overseeing delivery of educational programs that align with the needs of Dallas County.
Jackson currently serves as county youth coordinator at the ISU Extension and Outreach office in Polk County.
He has over 12 years’ experience in developing and coordinating educational programming and positive youth development. Jackson has had significant success in developing strong partnerships and worked with community leaders in the Des Moines metro.
Prior to that he worked for Michigan State University Extension and Outreach. Jackson is a seven year alumni of Michigan 4-H program.
“We are excited Jeff is joining us as executive director in Dallas County. As county youth coordinator in Polk County, he established partnerships and programming that benefited hundreds of Polk County youth. We look forward to his help in growing our services for Dallas County that will align with the goals and missions of ISU Extension and Outreach, “said Julie Kiley, chairperson of Dallas County Extension Council. “We congratulate and welcome Jeff to Dallas County.”
Jackson received bachelor’s degrees in psychology, religion and theology from Calvin College, an associate’s degree in Computer Aided Design from Kalamazoo Valley Community College and is working towards his master’s degree from University of Michigan.
Jackson lives in Grimes with his wife Jenn, and his 7-year-old step-daughter Payton. He enjoys fishing, working on cars, playing music and kayaking.
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
Facebook: ISUExtensionDallasCounty
BASE® Staff Volunteers at Meals from the Heartland
BASE® employees spent a Friday afternoon packaging meals for the hungry at Meals from the Heartland, a charity located in West Des Moines, Iowa.
In two short hours, over 17,000 meals were packaged to send to malnourished people in Iowa, across the United States and around the world.
BASE® was excited to be involved in helping others in need and jumped at the opportunity to donate their time.
Laura Radebaugh and Jessica Reynolds, employees at BASE®, organized the event for the company.
“When asking for charity ideas we could do as a team, we got the suggestion to package meals at Meals from the Heartland from an employee. It turned out to be a huge success. Our staff is wonderful and volunteered their personal time to work as a team and help feed people. We all worked hard and had a great time in the 2 hour shift and packaged 17,000 meals for those in need,” Laura stated.
Each person had their own specific job including packaging, weighing food, sealing and boxing the meal for shipping. The staff from Meals from the Heartland made the experience by providing a fun atmosphere, motivation and encouragement. The BASE® staff was accompanied by many other groups from around the community helping to support the cause.
Inspired by a food-packaging event held by a church in West Des Moines back in 2007, Meals from the Heartland has encouraged thousands of volunteers to come together year-round for this meal packaging effort. They are always looking for additional groups and volunteers from the community to donate their time and support this cause.
Base
601 Visions Pkwy
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-5050
Website: www.baseonline.com
Terry – Soap Opera Digest
Editor’s note: It seems there was a “mix-up” on a list at the airport. So, instead of another installment of international travel from our little explorer, we have a staycation treat as Terry crashes in the editor’s lounge, eating cheese curls and watching a LOT of daytime TV…
Once again it is I, Terry Traveler, your lone source of truth in these, the days of our lives.
Like sand through an hour glass, I am restless as the world turns. The general hospitality of these dark shadowy moments is lacking, leaving me to search for a guiding light.
I wish for bold and beautiful days of sunshine! Days when the young and the restless alike are wooed by the soft sounds of a singular piano, or perhaps saxamaphone.
A time when the search for tomorrow will not lead us to the edge of night.
So I say to all my children and desperate housewives everywhere: follow your passions and find someone to share it with ’cause we only have one life to live. And these rainy spring days are simply passages to bright promises.
This is Terry Traveler saying, you may not want to admit you knew the 15 references above, but you did. And now you know, that I know, you know.
Terry
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller
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Adel Auto Parts Corporation
809 Main Street • Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-3212
Hours:
Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Website: www.AdelAutoParts.com
Dallas County Foundation Announces 2017 Grant Recipients
Courtesy of Dallas County Foundation:
The Dallas County Foundation, in conjunction with Grow Greene County Gaming Corporation, is pleased to announce that $133, 347.81 has been awarded to 29 Dallas County organizations for 2017 community betterment projects.
Those receiving funds are charitable organizations with a tax designation of 501(c)3, 5, 6 or a 170(b) unit of government.
Since 2006 DCF has awarded over $965,347 to nearly 189 projects in Dallas County. Those projects are listed at: www.dallascountyfoundation.org.
This is the second year for Grow Greene County Gaming Corporation to grant funds to county foundations immediately surrounding Greene County.
Grow Greene County intends to grant funds to these counties each year.
The Dallas County Foundation received $42,130.47 this year from GGCGC.
The next grant cycle will be announced in December 2017.
Dallas County Foundation is an affiliate of Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines.
DCF/GGC 2017 Grant Recipients are:
1. Adel – Adel Oakdale Pride – $2,500
Oakdale Cemetery Improvements
2. Adel – Adel Home Care Services – $2,500
Food proofer cabinet, upgrade floor
3. Adel – Team Run Free – $2,000
Special needs run cart
4. Adel – Good Samaritan Food Pantry – $4,233
Air conditioning, office equipment
5. Adel Public Library – $2,800
Community room flooring
6. Bouton – Veteran’s Memorial – $5,000
Reconstruct memorial
7. Dallas County Food Bank of Iowa – $7,000
Dual axle delivery truck
8. Dallas County Habitat for Humanity – $5,000
Storage trailer
9. Dallas County Brenton Arboretum – $2,000
Color copier
10. Dallas Center – Spurgeon Manor – $3,000
Rehab equipment
11. DeSoto AHeinz57 – $14,000
New surgical equipment, bldg.
12. DeSoto Public Library – $1,017 – Laptops
13. Granger Hawks Dug Out Club – $5,600
Baseball bullpen fencing
14. Granger Parks and Rec – $3,500
Lighting for Centennial Park
15. Granger Police Department – $1,882
In-car and body cameras
16. Minburn Comm. Betterment – $2,500
Parking lot improvements
17. Minburn Fire and Rescue – $800
Gas detection equipment
18. Minburn, City of – $9,000
City Hall/library roof
19. Perry Historic Preservation – $1,500
Veteran Mem repairs Violet Hill
20. Perry – Nu Alpha Gamma Chapter – $3,630.47
One room school house Forest Park
21. Dallas Co. Conservation – $20,000
Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail
22. Perry – New Hope Bargain Shoppe – $1,300
Display racks, point of sale iPad
23. Perry – Performing Arts HS – $2,500
Theatre equipment
24. Perry – Paces Program – $2,500
Student program equipment
25. Perry – Industrial Tech – $5,000
Mobile welding carts
26. Perry – Lutheran Home – $5,585.34
Intergenerational day care
27. Perry – Public Library – $2,000 – Chairs
28. Perry – Art on the Prairie – $5,000 – Metal sculpture
29. Waukee – Public Library Friends – $10,000
Children’s Library Updates
Dallas County Foundation
P.O. Box # 46
Adel, IA 50003
Website: DallasCountyFoundation.org
Facebook: dallascountyfoundation
The Village at Legacy Pointe – Unveils Veterans Wall
Courtesy of Village at Legacy Pointe:
A new Veterans Wall is up at The Village at Legacy Pointe in Waukee.
The wall features photos of all veterans living at the community and will grow over time as more veterans join the community.
“We wanted to create a permanent feature to honor our veterans,” said Amy Barth, Executive Director at The Village at Legacy Pointe.
“They have given so much to serve the country and this is a small way in which we can show our appreciation.”
Roger Honald leads the Pledge of Allegiance at Veterans Wall unveiling at The Village at Legacy Pointe.
At the dedication of the wall, veteran and The Village at Legacy Pointe resident Roger Honald lead attendees in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance. “There is no greater honor than to lead our Pledge of Allegiance,” Honald said when asked about his role.
Veterans Wall at The Village at Legacy Pointe
The veterans honored on the wall include:
Bert Bertholff, Larry Camp, Jack Carpe , Allyn Christensen, Leon Conner, Chuck Craigmile, Bill Daly, Irv Denker, Lew Dickerson, Paul Farris, Joe Fitzpatrick, Francis Forrett, Jack Gage, Bill Grismer, Walter Grothe, Robert Hagener, Arlo Hall, Palmer Hanson, Roger Honold, Ken Hume, Orland Jefferies, Neil Johnson, Bud Karil, Gene Lankford, Jerry Mills, Seve Nicoson, Clayton Ostlund, Ken Perin, Merl Rouston, Dallas Schroeder, Raymond Seegers, Glenn Smith, Don Thomas, and Keith Vest
If you’d like to see the Veterans Wall in person, it is located in the main lobby at The Village at Legacy Pointe, 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, Waukee.
For more information contact The Village at Legacy Pointe at 515-987-4100 or visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe.
Media Contacts:
Amy Barth, Executive Director
The Village at Legacy Pointe
515-987-4100
Katelin Schwarck
Hanser & Associates (for Watermark Retirement Communities)
Office 515-224-1086 / Direct 515-421-4136
About The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community of Waukee
Located at 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, The Village at Legacy Pointe retirement community of Waukee serves up to 186 residents, with levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Rehabilitation/Skilled Nursing. Watermark Retirement Communities Inc., one of America’s leading operators of senior living communities, owns and manages The Village at Legacy Pointe. Amy Barth is the Executive Director of the community. For more information, visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe or call 515-987-4100.
About Watermark Retirement Communities Inc.
Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. is the nation’s 16th largest senior housing operator. Watermark’s commitment to creating extraordinary communities where people thrive dates back 30 years to when it opened its first retirement community in 1987. Watermark manages 39 retirement communities coast to coast. Visitwww.watermarkcommunities.com for more information.
2017 Adel Business and Citizen of the Year Announced
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce:
On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 the Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Celebration Event at the Adel Hillcrest Country Club.
Awards were presented for Business of the Year and Citizen of the Year.
2017 Business of the Year – Fareway.
This award is given to a Chamber business that has gone above and beyond in service to the community. We looked at how they have made Adel a better community along with their own growth and achievements. Our Finalists are Adel Family Fun Center, Eric Schepers State Farm Insurance, and Fareway.
The Fareway store in Adel goes above and beyond daily to serve the community. The employees are friendly and helpful. Often they are the first job of students and are flexible and accommodating with their schedules.
The store is always willing to help out with local fundraisers such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Legion members, Kiwanis to provide space. They donate often the ADM School events and programs and the Adel Food Pantry. They go above and beyond accommodating their customers with product needs. They put their own money to a family in need during the holidays.
Thank you Fareway. Help us congratulation the Fareway team.
2016 Citizen of the Year – McAdon Family
This award is given to an individual that is involved in the community. We ask for the nominee to submit information about their contribution to the community and organizations involvement. This includes community events whether City, School or Civic. The finalists this year were Braden Numecheck, Eric Schepers, and The McAdon Family.
This year’s honoree was nominated by several people and the committee agreed that he/she is an excellent choice. The McAdon Family. Kent and Shirley have both served on City Council, P&Z as well as Cub Scout Leaders.
Shirley has served on the Board of Adjustment, been mayor for a short time, South Dallas County Landfill as Adel representative, Economic Development Commission, Adel Enterprise, Adel Partners Chamber Board as the City liaison.
She is a member of the Adel Rotary Club, American Legion Auxiliary, Women’s Club, and Friends of the Adel Public Library Foundation. Kent is a member of the Lions Club and the American Legion.
Both have supported all organizations and many community projects with money and volunteer hours. As well they both tutor at the ADM School and have written several grants securing thousands of dollars for Adel and the ADM School projects and programs.
David their son serves on the Park Board and is a Cub Scout leader. Kent and David developed the Archery Center and have volunteer coached. Julie is an ADM schools tutor and has mentored teachers as well as been a volunteer monitor at music and speech contest. Help us congratulate the McAdon Family.
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 73, 301 S.
10th Street, 2nd Floor
Adel, IA 50003
Email: chamber@AdelPartners.Org
Website: www.adelpartners.org
Facebook: AdelPartnersChamberOfCommerce
Little Lilac Photography + Design
1121 Evans View Dr.
Adel Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 689-3594
Email: littlelilacphoto@gmail.com
Website: littlelilac.zenfolio.com
Facebook: littlelilacphoto
Photography and graphic design services.
Terry on the Emerald Isle
Editor’s note: It’s always that third wish…
Top of the morning to ye dear friends it is I, Terry Traveler. This March I bring you good tidings from the wondrous, Emerald Isle- Ireland.
This beautiful land reminds me of Iowa, what with the castles and barns. The weather seems pretty much the same, and the people are just as nice.
It took a great deal of explaining in broken Gaelic to the kind Inn Keeper who spoke English that I had no need for the wool sweater and Cinnamon Sticks I accidentally ordered from room service. When my meal finally arrived, I received a Tayto Sandwich: two pieces of white bread, buttered, with potato chips inside. It wasn’t the blood sausage I ordered, but it was tasty. I later discovered this is a modern Irish delicacy.
The next day I spoke again with the friendly Inn Keeper who blamed the mishap on the neighborhood leprechauns who must have messed with the order. In a land as lush and green as Ireland, it is not surprising to hear stories of leprechauns- wee people of magic and cobbling living the life of faeries. Yes, the tiny shoemakers, the Inn Keeper said, love dancing so much they are in constant need of new footwear. In my experience, the wisest of whom simply chooses to go barefoot.
On my third day in Ireland I met Bartley and fine chap he was. Standing a mere two feet tall, with a long red beard and a wildly mischievous look in his eyes. We hit it off right away. As legend goes, once caught, a leprechaun will grant three wishes in exchange for their freedom. My wishes were simple- that I be healthy, that my family be happy, and a third wish I poorly phrased which now means I can never remove my beloved orange parka. Luckily, I own stock in Febreeze.
This is Terry Traveler saying, it may not be true but this time we can blame it on the blarney stone.
Terry
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller
Hands to Larger Service A Success! (with Photos)
Courtesy of the Dallas Co Extension Office
Dallas County 4-H and Clover Kids held a county wide “Hands to Larger Service” food drive event this last Saturday (March 4th, 2017).
Over 1500 pounds of food and $850 in cash donations were raised for the Dallas County food pantries and food backpack programs through the schools.
4-H’ers and Clover Kids gathered food through community drives and individual effort. The kids along with their families, neighbors and community members brought donations to the event where they were weighed and sorted.
The food pantries in Adel, Dallas Center, Waukee, Perry, Granger, Woodward, Grimes, and Dexter were supported with food and monetary donations.
A major focus of the event was to provide education on food insecurity in Dallas County and what we can all do to make a positive impact. ISU Extension and Outreach Nutrition and Health specialist Mary Krisco and Family Finance Specialist, Carolyn Steckelberg provided resources on eating healthy and building strong financial skills.
The Dallas County Master Gardeners educated the kids on donating fresh produce to your local food pantries. Dallas County Public Health, World Food Prize, Food Bank of Iowa, and Waukee Community Closet also provided educational opportunities.
Food Insecurity is defined as having limited access to enough food for an active, healthy lifestyle. 9.3% of Dallas County residents experience food insecurity (approximately 7,452 people). Between Feb. and Oct. 2016, local food pantries served 2,309 households in Dallas County. Dallas County food pantries serve all ages.
Friday Food Backpack programs in Dallas County schools help lessen hunger in children by providing school-aged youth with a backpack of kid-friendly, healthy food. During the 2015-16 school year, 6,198 backpacks were distributed in the county.
Mobile Food Pantry locations include the First Presbyterian Church in Dallas Center, Crossroads Church and the Dallas County Hospital in Perry along with the Rhema Worship Center in Waukee.
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
Facebook: ISUExtensionDallasCounty
Laurie Bever – Decor Adel
This month we spoke with owner Laurie Bever of the new gift shop and home store, Decor Adel located south of the downtown square along Hwy 169.
Iowa Extension Council Association Legislative Day
Courtesy of the Dallas Co Extension Office
Iowa Extension Council Association held their Legislative Day at the Capitol on February 28.
Nicki Stajcar and Brent Schwennker, Dallas County Extension Council Members attended with Dallas County 4-H’er Zach Harnden.
They spent time on Capitol Hill sharing Extension with Dallas County senators and representatives.
Zach is a member of Boone Progressors 4-H Club and was able to meet with legislators, tour the Capital, and learn about the legislative process and what bearing it has on Iowa State Extension and Outreach.
One of the highlights to the day for Zach was spending some time with a Senate Page, where he learned the opportunities and responsibilities of being a Legislative Page. Zach was chosen to attend based on his educational presentation and essay submitted.
L-R Back: Brent Schwenneker, Representative Ralph Watts, and Nicki Stajcar. Front: Zack Harnden, Dallas County 4-H
Every year more than 1 million people directly benefit from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach programs, and we connect with millions more online. We’re building a strong Iowa.
For example a community art project in Perry culminated in a collaborative photography exhibition by local fifth-graders that sparked public conversation. Residents discussed how to increase economic development opportunities, broaden the community and preserve Perry’s rural heritage.
4-H Youth Development builds skills in young people to improve their college and career readiness, close the educational achievement gap and encourage young professionals to commit to rural Iowa. Last year we reached about 100,000 K-12 youth.
Farmers are implementing strategies to reduce nutrient loss and improve Iowa waterways. Extension specialists and researchers support them as they share best practices with their neighbors.
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
Facebook: ISUExtensionDallasCounty
The Village at Legacy Pointe – The Price is…
Courtesy of Watermark Communities/VillageLegacyPointe:
Nine contestants competed in The Village at Legacy Pointe’s version of “The Price is Right,” trying their hand at games like the beanbag toss, and the putting game.
Of course no version of the gameshow would be complete without price bidding and a giant wheel.
Stuart Schulz, Marketing Director at The Village at Legacy Pointe, was the emcee, but wasn’t the only voice to be heard as the audience shouted out answers to help the contestants.
Winners of The Village at Legacy Pointe’s version of “The Price is Right” L-R: big winner Bob Cooper, Jane Callahan, Jan Peebler
Bob Cooper, a resident and volunteer at The Village at Legacy Pointe, was the big winner and his enthusiasm was clearly on display when he exclaimed, “That was a lot of fun!” Resident Jane Callahan was also a winner. As she proudly showed off her winnings she said, “I never dreamed I would win anything.”
For more information contact The Village at Legacy Pointe at 515-987-4100 or visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe.
Media Contacts:
Amy Barth, Executive Director
The Village at Legacy Pointe
515-987-4100
Katelin Schwarck
Hanser & Associates (for Watermark Retirement Communities)
Office 515-224-1086 / Direct 515-421-4136
About The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community of Waukee
Located at 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, The Village at Legacy Pointe retirement community of Waukee serves up to 186 residents, with levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Rehabilitation/Skilled Nursing. Watermark Retirement Communities Inc., one of America’s leading operators of senior living communities, owns and manages The Village at Legacy Pointe. Amy Barth is the Executive Director of the community. For more information, visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe or call 515-987-4100.
About Watermark Retirement Communities Inc.
Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. is the nation’s 16th largest senior housing operator. Watermark’s commitment to creating extraordinary communities where people thrive dates back 30 years to when it opened its first retirement community in 1987. Watermark manages
Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
715 Main St. | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone:(515) 993-4404
Facebook:FiestaAdel
Hours: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Three Stories of Lasting Love
Courtesy of Watermark Communities/VillageLegacyPointe:
What makes a marriage last? Three couples at The Village at Legacy Pointe share their insights based on decades of experience.
Jerry and Judi Bowlsby were hunting for night crawlers in Greenwood Park when Jerry proposed.
The couple met in February, 1964 and were married in June of that year. Four months may seem quick to some, but their marriage is going strong after 52 years.
“Every night, tell her you love her and give her a kiss good night,” is the advice Jerry gives for making love last.
Merlin and Darlene Peter dated for four years before Darlene asked Merlin to marry her. “After four years, we were too lazy to look for anyone else,” said Darlene.
The couple’s sense of humor is apparent, which may have played an important role in their 61-year marriage.
But if you ask Darlene, the key is to let your wife win the arguments, then do as you please. That wasn’t the only advice she shared, “You can marry more money in five minutes than you can make in a lifetime.”
Palmer Hansen seized a romantic moment when he proposed to his wife of 62 years Doris “Bonnie” Hansen.
The couple had just attended a dance at the Starlight Ballroom on October 31, 1954.
Perhaps it’s that kind of thoughtfulness that has led to such success.
“Always be kind and helpful to one another,” suggests Bonnie. “End each day with a happy thought.”
All are welcome to visit The Village at Legacy Pointe, 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, in Waukee to see more love stories featured on their sweetheart board in the Town Center by the Front Desk.
For more information contact The Village at Legacy Pointe at 515-987-4100 or visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe.
Media Contacts:
Amy Barth, Executive Director
The Village at Legacy Pointe
515-987-4100
Katelin Schwarck
Hanser & Associates (for Watermark Retirement Communities)
Office 515-224-1086 / Direct 515-421-4136
About The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community of Waukee
Located at 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, The Village at Legacy Pointe retirement community of Waukee serves up to 186 residents, with levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Rehabilitation/Skilled Nursing. Watermark Retirement Communities Inc., one of America’s leading operators of senior living communities, owns and manages The Village at Legacy Pointe. Amy Barth is the Executive Director of the community. For more information, visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe or call 515-987-4100.
About Watermark Retirement Communities Inc.
Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. is the nation’s 16th largest senior housing operator. Watermark’s commitment to creating extraordinary communities where people thrive dates back 30 years to when it opened its first retirement community in 1987. Watermark manages
ADM Alumni Association Celebrates Milestone!
Courtesy of the Adel Alumni Association:
The ADM Alumni Association is celebrating 20 years of service to the ADM Alumni community in 2017.
A generous donation from a successful joint class reunion, “The 1996 Cornstalk Reunion”, got the group off the ground and shortly after enthusiasm took hold with a group of Alumni who had a strong vision to serve fellow classmates.
Yearbooks & Composites
Of the eleven founding members, six original members still serve on the board today. The current board represents Alumni graduating from 1958 to 2003.
Being “in business” for 20 years has allowed the group to accomplish an impressive amount.
The Association maintains a database of Alumni and creates a bi-annual newsletter to reach members.
ADM Alumni Golf Outing
They maintain an informative website and Facebook page displaying Alumni content. The group hosts an annual Alumni golf outing and reunion and supports the ADM Athletic Hall of Fame subcommittee.
The group’s welcome banners line the Adel streets every Summer. A Senior composites display case located in the high school commons is a product of the Association. They’re proud to have created an Alumni Veteran’s Memorial, also on display in the school.
Alumni Veterans Memorial
The group looks forward to supporting future special projects within the growing ADM Community while continuing to be a base resource in keeping all Alumni connected and informed.
Members make it possible for the ADM Alumni Association to give back to the school and community they love. They encourage all Alumni who are not yet members to join by visiting admalumni.com
Thank you for 20 great years! Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger!
The ADM Alumni Assn Board
ADM Alumni Board
2012 Alumni Board
Founding Members:
Dick Wicks, Vice-President, 1972; Barb (Hackney) Wicks, Secretary, 1972; Jim Peters, Treasurer, 1971; Lynn (Reich) Loynachan 1965; Tana (Oberwetter) Belgarde 1970; Kris (Peterson) Manning 1969;
Additional Board Members:
Nate Hawkins, President 1999; Alicia (Whisner) Fisher 2003; Dana (Brenner) Brown 2002; Melody (Cook) Marshall 1977; Lindsey (Fuller) Grife 2001; Barb (Brown) Trier 1974; Dave Moyer 1969; Ron Gilliland 1958; Matt Hemphill 1998; Kristi (Tryon) Fuller 1990; Linda (Stephen) Clark 1973; Melissa (Wicks) Doyle 2002.
ADM Alumni Association
P.O. Box 122
Adel, IA 50003
Website: admalumni.com
Email: info@ADMAlumni.org
Adel Public Library Receives Grant From Adel Rotary Club
Courtesy of Adel Rotary Club:
Published: January 2017
The Adel Public Library has received a generous grant from the Adel Rotary Club.
The grant allowed them to purchase extra shelving in our fiction sections, several new staff computers, the first in 10 years, and 16 Playaway Launchpads.
These tablets are designed for library circulation and pre-loaded with learning apps and games grouped by subject area, theme, age, and grade level.
The launchpads have been widely popular and we’re excited to see them in the hands of so many patrons as they make learning fun.
Adel Rotary Club
Adel, Iowa 50003
Facebook:www.facebook.com/adelrotary
Adel Public Library
303 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-3512
Website: www.Adel Public Library
Library: AdelPublicLibrary
Library Hours:
Mondays and Fridays, 10 am to 5 pm
Tuesdays – Thursdays, 10 am to 7 pm
Saturdays, 10 am to 1:30 pm
