Area News Briefs

Area Food Pantry Information

The area food pantry is in the Richland Methodist Church in Richland. 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. 9:30-11:30 a.m. and Thur. 5-7 p.m. Office phone 319-456-2251, emergency contact 641-919-5573. 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 2 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.

Super Kids Good News Club @ Trinity Friends Church, Wednesdays after school

Super Kids Good News Club at Trinity Friends Church in Richland is every Wednesday from 3:30-5 p.m. For kids K-5th grade. Snack will be provided. Only held on full days of school. Kids will be helped from the bus stop to the church. Parents are welcome to attend with their child. Watch their FB page for announcements, Super Kids Good News Club — Richland Area. This is NOT an activity of the school district.

Richland Library After School Program, Thursdays after school

The Richland Public Library Program will be held on Thursdays for grades K-5th.

Hedrick City Council meeting, Monday, Oct. 6

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

Richland Community Club, Tuesday, Oct. 7

The Richland Community Club will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at Richland United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The meal ($15/person) will begin at 6 p.m. with the meeting to follow. Contact Jeannie Pedrick 641-919-6607 or Alisa Tolle at 641-814-2310 for meal reservations.

Brighton City Council meeting, Tuesday, Oct. 7

The Brighton City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Ollie Baptist Church God’s Portion, Bazaar, Bake and Rummage Sale, Saturday, Oct. 11

Come enjoy Ollie Baptist Church’s third annual God’s Portion Sale, Bazaar, Bake and Rummage Sale on Saturday Oct. 11 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Canteen has a full menu with breakfast and lunch, desserts, soups, sandwiches, and beverages. The bake sale will include homemade treats and more.

Richland City Council meeting, Monday, Oct. 13

The Richland City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Packwood City Council meeting, Tuesday, Oct. 14

The Packwood City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. in the Packwood Fire Station Community Room.

Richland Trunk or Treat, Saturday, Oct. 18

Pekin FFA is hosting Halloween Trunk or Treat on the Richland square on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 5-8 p.m. To host a trunk RSVP to hailey.pedrick@pekincsd.org by October 12.

Mystery Bingo, Saturday, Oct. 18

Mystery Bingo will be played at the Richland Fire Station on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 6-8:30 p.m. Cash prizes. Free will donation. Come enjoy games, food, and fun. Hosted by the Richland Community Club.

Keokuk County Historical Society and Museum Open House, Sunday, Oct. 19

The Keokuk County Historical Society and Museum will be having an open house on Sunday, Oct. 19 from 1-4 p.m. Visit the museum, office, and Sanctuary at the Keokuk County Historical Society, 402 E. Elm St., Sigourney. Toni and Doran Hull will share their What Cheer Pottery collection.

Richland Trick or Treating, Friday, Oct. 31

Richland Trick or Treating will be Friday, Oct. 31 from 5-8 p.m.

Hedrick Parade and Trick or Treating, Friday, Oct. 31

Hedrick’s Halloween Parade will start at 5:30 p.m. at the Fire Station. Following will be hot dogs in the Community Center. Trick or Treating will be from 6-8 p.m.

Brighton Trick or Treat and Trunk or Treat, Friday, Oct. 31

Brighton Chamber will be hosting Trunk or Treat in Brighton’s City Park on Friday, Oct. 31 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. citywide Trick or Treating will follow from 6:30-8 p.m.

Music Bingo, Saturday, November 8.

Pekin After Prom will be hosting Music Bingo on Saturday, Nov. 8 at Bernie’s in Richland at 8 p.m. $25 for five rounds of Music Bingo Madness. Raffle tickets — $25 for an armful. Enjoy a wild night filled with laughter and the entertaining Todd Hoefler.

Hedrick Public Library Hours

The Hedrick Public Library hours: Mondays 2-6 p.m., Tuesdays 8 a.m.-noon, 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 — 2:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2-6 p.m.; Fridays Noon-5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. — 1 p.m.