Leadership Washington Explores Local Ag Community (3/26/2025) - Washington, Iowa – The Washington Chamber of Commerce Leadership Washington program hosted Agriculture Day on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, providing local business professionals with an immersive, full-day experience into Washington County’s diverse agricultural industry. The event began at Dallmeyer Hall at the Washington County Extension Office, with attendees traveling by bus to various farms and…
Annual Dinner Recap and Chamber of Commerce Citizen & Business of the Year (3/10/2025) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Greater Washington Business Partnership Annual Dinner was held February 27, at the RiversideCasino and Golf Resort. The partnership includes the Washington Economic Development Group (WEDG), Main Street Washington and the Washington Chamber of Commerce. Almost 300 attendees gathered to enjoy a social hour, dinner and a program highlighting the organizational accomplishments…
Heart of Main Street Awards (3/13/2025) - The Heart of Main Street winners were announced during the Annual Dinner & Awards on Monday, March 10th. We are proud to share the the Heart of Main Street Individual Awards went to TWO very deserving volunteers: Wilson Leppert & Jena Steele while the Heart of Main Street Business Award went to LUX Suites! Jena…
Reflecting on 2024 & Looking Ahead to 2025 (1/24/2025) - Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth and Achievement Happy New Year! 2024 was a year full of growth and celebration across Downtown Washington, and we cannot express how grateful we are for our amazing community! We couldn’t have done it without YOU! 2024 Rundown for MSW: 700+ Volunteer Hours (Worth $21,000+)! 19 MSW Events…
Encore express is “your second call to enhance your health”. This is new and innovative program features bi-monthly meals, vourchers for Hy-vee meals, nutrition education & counseling and opportuinites to socialize with others! Reservations are encouraged to ensure enough food. To make a reservation call Immanuel Lutheran Church at (319) 653-3950. For seniors 60+.
SHOWING OF BRINTON SILENT MOVIES Narrated by Michael Zahs. The most significant collection of early films in the WORLD dating from 1895-1908 and were originally shown in Ainsworth over 100 years ago. (Ice cream will be avaiable provided by Ainsworth Dairy Mart) Doors will open at 7 p.m. at the Ainsworth Opera HouseFor more information:…
Hear Mee’s story of life in a refugee camp and immigration to the USA after the Vietnam conflict. Mee will tell the history and stories told throught the Hmong story cloths on exhibit and the museum.
Local growers, Aronia Estates and Blueberry Bottom, give an informational presentation on how they started their farms, while Mary Blosser explains how she uses aronia berries and blueberries in her farmer’s market products.
We will screen “Rear Window” with Grace Kelly and James Stewart followed by discussion about the film.
A guided tour by Micheal Zahs… you are sure to learn something new and FUN from the past. We will tour sites of historical and scenic interest in Louisa County. Transportation will be provided by a modern charter bus with limited seating available. We will visit some known and unknown cemeteries in addition to other…
State Auditor Rob Sand is coming to a community near you as part of his 100 Town Hall Tour. Auditor Sand invites members of the community and the media to learn more about the State Auditor’s role, the Public Innovations and Efficiencies (PIE) program created by Auditor Sand in 2019, and the most recent investigations…
Learn the ins & outs of the circulation desk, the care and feeding of books, and ninja moves to survive the library obstacle course.Registration required.
REGISTRATION REQUIREDWe will screen “Harvey” with James Stewart followed by discussion about the film.
REGISTRATION REQUIREDThis book club’s focus is anything on the NEW shelf, whether it is fiction, nonfiction or biography. Call the library at 653-2726 to register.
Come listen to the work that’s being done as well as share your ideas to help our community at the fellowship hall in the United Presbyterian Church. For more details, contact us at 319-653-7758 ext. 109 or [email protected]
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