Mon - Jan 21
5:00 PM
Chamber, EDC, Mainstreet Annual Dinner
Schera's Restaurant
5 P.M. Social Hour; 6 P.M. Dinner
Meeting following dinner. Chamber Board election following meeting. Contact Chamber 563-245-2857 with your reservations.
Tue - Jan 22
7:30 PM
Dallas Brass with the Postville Band
Elkader Opera House
info: www.elkaderoperahouse.com or (563)873-2378
Wed - Jan 23
7:30 PM
Dallas Brass with the Central Band
Elkader Opera House
info: www.elkaderoperahouse.com or (563)873-2378
Thu - Jan 24
7:30 PM
Dallas Brass with the MFL MarMac Band
Elkader Opera House
info: www.elkaderoperahouse.com or (563)873-2378
Fri - Feb 15
7:30 PM
Switchback
Elkader Opera House
Info: www.elkaderoperahouse.com
Sat - Feb 16
5:00 PM
Central School Carnival & Variety Show
Sat - Mar 08
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Ladies Day Out in Elkader
In-store presentations, specials and activities. Register to win gift baskets. Info: 563-245-2857
Mon - Mar 17
5:15 PM
St. Patrick's Day Parade
Everyone welcome. Info: 563-245-2682 or 563-245-2639
Sun - Mar 30
10:30 AM
The Marshalls
Live vocal/musical performance at the First Congregational Church.
Freewill offering accepted.
info: 563-245-2409
Sat - Apr 05
Keystone Chorus Spring Dinner Show
Reservations call: 563-933-4112; www.keystonechorus.org
Thu - Apr 17 -- Sat - Apr 19
Spring Shop Hop at the BackStitch
The Backstitch in downtown Elkader invites you to the Northeast Iowa Spring Shop Hop this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 17th, 18th, and 19th. You’ll discover in-store specials to help you with your quilting and stitching projects and prize drawings at six shops across Northeast Iowa. Maps are available at The BackStitch. All shops open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day.
Thu - Apr 24
Wine Tasting at Willow Creek Wine & Garden
Wine Tasting at Willow Creek Wine & Garden. 104 First St. NW. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Come and sample wines from Jasper Winery. Call 245-3429 to make reservations or for more information.
Fri - Apr 25
7:30 PM
Ozark Jubilee
Entertainers straight from Branson
Sat - Apr 26
Central High School Prom
Sat - May 03
18th Annual Redhorse Fisheree
Cancelled for 2008 due to high water levels.
Register to compete for prizes. Info: 563-245-2336
Sat - May 03
7:30 PM
John Two-Hawks
Native American Flute musician. Tickets available at Moser Pharmacy or www.johntwohawks.com
Thu - May 22
Wine Tasting at Willow Creek Wine & Garden
Wine Tasting Event at Willow Creek, Thursday, May 22, 5 to 8 p.m. Join Willow Creek Wine & Garden for a fun evening of wine and appetizers hosted by Cedar Ridge Vineyards from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Sample Cedar Ridge's wide selection of Iowa made wines. $5 per person. Reservations appreciated. Phone 245-3429 for for more information.
Fri - Jun 13 -- Sat - Jun 14
6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Info: 563-767-4574
Sat - Jun 14
7:30 PM
Tonic SolFa
Hear the a capella sounds of one of the top 5 must see groups in America. Tickets and info available www.elkaderoperahouse.com at 563-873-2378, Moser Pharmacy or tickets@icsbbs.com
Fri - Jun 20
The Buttery's Midsummer Night Wine and Hors d'oeures
The Buttery's Midsummer Night Wine and Hors d'oeures. A glass of wine, good food, and good company. Join us with a few friends for a special night of wine tasting and shopping.
Fri - Jun 27
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
"Rhythm on the River" Concert sponsored by Main Street Elkader
Naomi Tegeler of Elkader is scheduled for the 1st "Rhythm on the River" of the 2008 season. The event will be held at Elkader Keystone Park.
Fri - Jul 04 -- Sat - Jul 05
Sister Cities International Celebration
Celebrations to commemorate U.S. and Algerian Independence days, rededicate Mascara Park and observe the 200th anniversary of the birth of Elkader’s namesake, the Emir Abd Elkader. info: www.elkader-iowa.com or 563-245-1849
Fri - Jul 11
Retailer's Day/Crazy Days Sidewalk Sales
Info: 563-245-2857
Thu - Jul 24 -- Sun - Jul 27
Elkader Sweet Corn Days/Tater Fest
Fun events for all, parade, sweet corn in City Park. Info: 563-245-2857
Thu - Jul 24
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
MSE Ice Cream Social
The Annual Main Street Elkader Ice Cream Social will be held at the Central State Bank Community Room from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. - serving brats, hot dogs, potato salad, chips, baked beans, lemonade and milk. Again this year, free ice cream cones will be offered and sponsored by area businesses.
Thu - Jul 24
7:30 PM
The Second City
The Second City Comedy troupe. Tickets and info at: www.elkaderoperahouse.com 563-873-2378 or tickets@icsbbs.com
Fri - Jul 25
Chamber Golf Tournament
Elkader Golf Course & Country Club. Registration open to public. Info: 563-245-2857
Fri - Jul 25
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
"Rhythm on the River" Concert sponsored by Main Street Elkader
Hannah Haupt of Fennimore, WI will perform again this year at Elkader Keystone Park from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Come, relax along the Turkey and enjoy the music!
Sun - Jul 27
4:00 PM
Brush Creek Car Cruise
Line up on Main Street. Info: 563-245-2806
Tue - Jul 29 -- Mon - Aug 04
Clayton County Fair
Clayton County Fairgrounds in National, IA
www.claytoncountyfair.com
Tue - Sep 16
The Buttery's Fall/Christmas Decorating Class
The Buttery's Fall/Christmas Decorating Class. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Autumn decorating, plus be the first to view our Christmas! $15 fee. Reservations required. Call 563-245-1406.
Thu - Oct 02
2:00 PM
Fiddler on the Roof
Musical theater. Tickets and info at www.operahouseplayers.com, 563-873-2378, tickets@icsbbs.com and Moser Pharmacy
Fri - Oct 03
The Buttery's Witches Night Out Party
The Buttery's Witches Night Out Party. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Bring your friends for a night of Halloween witchery just for grown ups! Witches Brew, treats, and a few tricks that we will share with you for the spookiest of holidays! Plus, special discounts and drawings. Small reservation fee required. Call 245-1406 for details.
Fri - Oct 03 -- Sat - Oct 04
7:30 PM
Fiddler on the Roof
Musical theater. Tickets and info at www.operahouseplayers.com, 563-873-2378, tickets@icsbbs.com and Moser Pharmacy
Sun - Oct 05
2:00 PM
Fiddler on the Roof
Musical theater. Tickets and info at www.operahouseplayers.com, 563-873-2378, tickets@icsbbs.com and Moser Pharmacy
Thu - Oct 09 -- Sat - Oct 11
7:30 PM
Fiddler on the Roof
Musical theater. Tickets and info at www.operahouseplayers.com, 563-873-2378, tickets@icsbbs.com and Moser Pharmacy
Sat - Oct 11 -- Sun - Oct 12
34th Annual Osborne Heritage Days
Osborne Nature Center
Shuttle will run from Elkader. Info: 563-245-1516
Sun - Oct 12
Whistlin' Bit Saddle Club 60th Annual Trail Ride
Info: www.whistlinbit.com or 563-245-2334
Thu - Nov 06 -- Sat - Nov 08
The Buttery's Christmas Open House
The Buttery's Christmas Open House. November 6, 7, and 8. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Lights softly glow and flicker, hot cider, and homemade cookies in hand. The Buttery celebrates the season as only we know how. Holiday drawings and specials for our friends. Please join us for this annual event!
Sat - Nov 08
Keystone Chorus Fall Show
Elkader Opera House
Info: 563-933-4112; www.keystonechorus.org
Sun - Nov 30
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Retailer's Christmas Open House
Most stores open 1-4 p.m.
Info: 563-245-1799