Area News Briefs

The area food pantry is located in the Richland Methodist Church in Richland. Anyone living in the Pekin School district has access to this resource. For anyone needing help go to the Fellowship Hall door that is located on Richland St. on the west side of the church. Food pantry hours of operation are Tues. and Wed. 9-11 a.m. and Thur. 6-8 p.m. Office phone 319-456-2251, emergency contact 319-750-2631. This is a Partner Agency with the Food Bank of Iowa.

Keokuk County Historical Society

The Keokuk County Historical Society is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Arrangements for visiting other days can be arranged by calling 641-622-3005, please leave a message and a volunteer will return your call. Come see our museum or do genealogy research.

“Read, Renew, Repeat” at the Richland Public Library this Summer

Registration will open Tuesday, May 28 for the Richland Public Library’s summer programs. This year’s program, “Read, Renew, Repeat” will run from June 4 through July 30 and will include activities for the entire family. Children’s Eco-Adventurer’s program will be on Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m. and is geared toward children entering kindergarten through fifth grade. The Eco-Tots program geared toward children 2 to 5 years old will be on Wednesdays from 3-3:30 p.m. (please register by May 31 for this program as class size will be limited). To learn more about this summer’s library programs, please contact us at 319-456-6541 or richlib@natel.net or check out the library’s website: www.richland.lib.ia.us.

Eco-Adventurer’s at the Richland Public Library, Tuesdays beginning June 4

Join Gabi Kates and Melody Rehm for stories, games and activities. This program is geared toward students entering kindergarten-fifth grade and will be held Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m. For more information contact the library at 319-456-6541.

Eco-Tots at the Richland Public Library, Wednesdays beginning June 5

This program will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 3-3:30 p.m. and is geared toward children ages two to five years old. Please preregister at the library as class size is limited at 319-456-6541.

Lego & Games at the Richland Public Library, Thursdays

All ages can drop in at the Richland Library for fun and games on Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. We’ll have Lego and Duplo blocks, Magna-Tiles, board games, puzzles and more! For more information contact the library at 319-456-6541.

Ollie Alumni Tea, Saturday, May 25

The Ollie Alumni Tea will be held Saturday, May 25 from 2-4 p.m. in the Ollie Community Center.

Richland Memorial Day Service, Monday, May 27

Richland’s Memorial Day Service will be held Monday, May 27 at 10 a.m. on the Richland square. This event is sponsored by the American Legion Post #504 and the Richland Community Club.

Richland City-Wide Garage Sales, Friday, May 31 & Saturday, June 1

Richland City-Wide Garage Sales will be held Friday, May 31 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, June 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Text Felicity at (563) 451-3682 to have your garage sale added to the map. Maps will be available at Gas & Goodies.

Hedrick City Council meeting, Monday, June 3

The Hedrick City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, June 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center.

Absolute Science’s Fantastic Foam & More at the Richland Library, Tuesday, June 4

The Richland Public Library will host this educational program in the library’s meeting room on Tuesday, June 4 from 1-2 p.m. Contact the library to register and for more information, 319-456-6541.

Brighton City Council meeting, Tuesday, June 4

The Brighton City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, June 4 at 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Bec’s Critters at the Richland Public Library, Friday, June 7

The Richland Public Library will hold this educational program in the library’s meeting room on Friday, June 7 from 1-2 p.m. Contact the library to register and for more information: 319-456-6541.

Pekin School Board, Monday, June 10

The Pekin School Board will meet in regular session on Monday, June 10 at 6 p.m. in the Board Room/Media Center at Pekin Schools.

Richland City Council meeting, Monday, June 10

The Richland City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, June 10 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Packwood City Council meeting, Tuesday, June 11

The Packwood City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, June 11 at 7 p.m. in the Packwood Fire Station Community Room.

Hedrick City-Wide Garage Sales, Friday, June 14 & Saturday, June 15

Hedrick City-Wide Garage Sales will be held Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15. To get your garage sale added to the map, contact Hedrick City Hall at 641-653-4914.

Richland Public Library’s Picnic in Central Park, Friday June 21

Come join the Richland Public Library for a picnic in the park on Friday, June 21 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. This family event will meet at the library before heading to the park. A sack lunch and beverage will be provided along with a story and games. Preregistration required. For more information contact the library at 319-456-6541.

Frogtown Fun Run, Saturday, July 6

Richland’s Frogtown Fun Run will be Saturday, July 6. This 1 mile and 5k run/walk will begin at 8 a.m. Preregistration is open until June 15 (included T-shirt) for $25. Registration after June 15 (no T-shirt) is $10. Checks payable to Richland Community Club, drop off at Hinshaw Trailer Sales or mail to PO Box 33, Richland, IA 52585. Questions, call Cade Millikin at 641-777-5388. Registration forms are available at Hinshaw Trailer Sales or the QR code can be scanned from the Richland “Frogtown” Facebook page.

Pekin FFA/Richland Women’s Club Breakfast, Saturday, July 6

Pekin FFA and the Richland Women’s Club will be having a free will donation breakfast on July 6 from 6:30-9:30 a.m. at the Mother Cabrini Parish Center in Richland.

Richland Alumni Tea, Saturday, July 6

The Richland Alumni Tea will be held Saturday, July 6 from 2-4 p.m. in the Richland Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Richland Homecoming 2024 will be July 5-7.

Richland Homecoming 2024, July 5, 6, 7

Save the date — Richland’s Homecoming “Come Grow With Us” will be July 5-7, 2024. Family activities, entertainment, food, and fun.

Richland Public Library’s Picnic in Central Park, Friday July 19

Come join the Richland Public Library for a picnic in the park on Friday, July 19 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. This family event will meet at the library before heading to the park. A sack lunch and beverage will be provided along with a story and games. Preregistration required. For more information contact the library at 319-456-6541.

Hedrick Public Library Hours

The Hedrick Public Library hours: Mondays 2-6 p.m., Tuesdays -1-5 p.m., Wednesdays Noon-4 p.m., Thursdays 2-6 p.m., Friday 2-6 p.m.

Richland Public Library Hours

The Richland Public Library hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 2:30-6:30 p.m.; Fridays Noon-5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. — 1 p.m.

Hedrick Veterans Museum Hours

The Veterans Museum in Hedrick, located next to the Carl Craft Civic Center, is open the second Sunday of every month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is also open by appointment by calling Paul @ (641) 653-4717 or (641) 799-0448, Jerry @ (641) 799-4372, Jim @ (641) 653-2443, Tommy @ (641) 295-5089, or Roger @ (641) 653-2281.