Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
First Christian Reformed Church Blood Drive

WHEN: Thursday, May 3, 2012
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

WHERE: First Christian Reformed Church/Fellowship Hall
N. 11th and J Ave. E, Oskaloosa

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to donate
contact Rose VanWoerkom @ 641-891-6571 or Elaine Bandstra @
641-660-7415.

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 8th are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

"CHIP IN FOR SCHOLARSHIPS" 34TH ANNUAL IHCC GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, JUNE 15TH. THE 4-PERSON BEST SHOT WILL BEGIN AT 10AM AT THE CEDAR CREEK GOLF COURSE IN OTTUMWA.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT BIANCA (641)683-5302 OR EMAIL  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Cardinal High School Blood Drive
Sponsored by Student Council

Friday, May 4, 2012
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

High School Library
4045 Ashland Rd., Eldon

FOR APPOINTMENTS: Contact Ms. Davis or a Student Council
Member or call 800-452-1097 to schedule an appointment.

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 9, 2012, are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other photo I.D. is required to donate; 16- year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

Wilson Elementary School will host a Cinco de Mayo celebration on Friday, May 4 from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Wilson School cafeteria.

The event will include Latino dishes, tamale contest, piñatas, and student performances. There will also be a live mariachi band, “Ameca,”  performing between 4 - 5 p.m., sponsored by Cargill Meat Solutions.

THE ART OF MARRIAGE 2012 CONFERENCE ON MAY 4TH 6:30-9:30PM AND MAY 5TH 9AM-4PM AT THE FIRST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD ON CHURCH ST. $45 PER COUPLE- SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME- THERE IS HOPE FOR TODAY AND HELP FOR TOMORROW.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (641)683-7523

THE CAMEL CLUB IS HAVING ITS ANNUAL FUNDRAISING RUMMAGE SALE. CLEAN, LIGHTLY USED AND SOME NEW CLOTHING AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS.

MULTI-FAMILY RUMMAGE SALE SATURDAY, MAY 5TH AT 6AM at 410 West Keota St in Ottumwa.

SATURDAY, MAY 5TH AT THE GREENHOUSE BEHIND THE CARDINAL HIGH SCHOOL FROM 8AM TO NOON.

THE FFA STUDENTS WILL BE SELLING A VARIETY OF VEGETABLE  AND FLOWER PLANTS, INCLUDING BEAUTIFUL HANGING BASKETS PERFECT FOR MOTHER'S DAY!

ALL PROCEEDS WILL SUPPORT THE FFA PROGRAM.

BEAUTIFUL HANGING BASKETS, ANNUALS, PERENNIALS, VEGETABLES AND HAND PAINTED POTS AT AFFORDABLE PRICES-MAKE GREAT MOTHER'S DAY AND TEACHER GIFTS! SATURDAY, MAY 5TH IN CENTRAL PARK FROM 8AM-NOON. FREE CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES BEGIN AT 9AM. MUSIC PROVIDED BY OTTUMWA STUDENTS AND FREE COFFEE FROM NORTH HY-VEE.

ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO  THE OTTUMWA CHILDREN'S PUBLIC LIBRARY.

CANCELLED FOR POURING RAIN- TO DONATE CALL CONNIE (641)777-0894

THE ART OF MARRIAGE 2012 CONFERENCE ON MAY 4TH 6:30-9:30PM AND MAY 5TH 9AM-4PM AT THE FIRST PENTECOSTAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD ON CHURCH ST. $45 PER COUPLE- SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME- THERE IS HOPE FOR TODAY AND HELP FOR TOMORROW

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (641)683-7523 .

The Hedrick Ball teams will be holding a luncheon, opening day Ceremonies, and live auction at the Hedrick Civic Center Saturday, May 5th 2012. The luncheon begins at 11:00 with the players serving choice of hot dog, hamburger, baked beans, chips and a drink for $5. At approximately 12:00 pm, we will have team introductions followed by the live auction of donated items. Please join us in supporting the kids and help raise money for field improvements, equipment, and uniforms.

For more information call Paula Pollock (641)653-2173 or email
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 Nashville, TN Pianist and Comedian Brian Hanson will be in concert Monday evening, May 7, 2012 at the West Grove United Methodist Church, 21095 Ice Avenue, Bloomfield, IA.  Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the concert starting at 7:00 PM. 

 Brian's concerts are a unique blend of traditional favorites, the best of contemporary praise and worship and lots of laughs along the way.  You won't want to miss this special evening.

A love offering will be taken.

For further information call the church at (641) 898-7786.

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Davis County High School Blood Drive
Sponsored by Student Council

WHEN: Wednesday, May 9, 2012
9:00 am – 2:00 pm

WHERE: Davis County High School, Concession’s Area
106 N. E. Street, Bloomfield

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to donate
contact member of Student Council, or call 800-452-1097 or visit
www.bloodcenter.org

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 14th are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.

Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

THE FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION, BRANCH AND UNIT 300 WILL HOLD THEIR JOINT INSTALLATION, LUNCH AND MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 9TH AT 12:30PM AT THE COUNTRY KITCHEN RESTUARANT-1107 N. QUINCY AVE IN OTTUMWA.

ALL ACTIVE DUTY AND RETIRED MEMBERS OF THE NAVY, MARINE CORP AND COAST GUARD ARE ELIGIBLE TO ATTEND.

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Ottumwa Good Samaritan Center

WHEN: Wednesday, May 9, 2012
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

WHERE: Ottumwa Good Samaritan Center
2035 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To set up an appointment to donate, call
641-682-8041

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 14, 2012 are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure that
only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least 16 years
old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A Blood Donor
card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old donors must present
a signed parental consent form each time they donate until reaching 17
years of age. Consent forms are available from Blood Center offices.

Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Kiwanis Club of Oskaloosa Blood Drive

WHEN: Thursday, May 10, 2012
2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

WHERE: Penn Central Mall/Center Court
200 High Ave. West, Oskaloosa

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to donate
contact Kiwanis Club member or Marsha Riordan @ 641-673-1045
or visit www.bloodcenter.org

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 15th are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Bloomfield Christian Church Blood Drive

WHEN: Thursday, May 10, 2012
2:30 pm – 7:30 pm

WHERE: Bloomfield Christian Church/Fellowship Hall
107 N. Davis, Bloomfield

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to donate
contact Gary Dunlavy @ 641-664-3973 or visit www.bloodcenter.org

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 15th are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Eddyville Ruritan Club Blood Drive

Thursday, May 10, 2012
3:00-6:30 pm

Eddyville Volunteer Fire Department
501 Walnut Street, Eddyville

FOR APPOINTMENTS: Call 800-452-1097 to schedule an
appointment.

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 15, 2012, are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other photo I.D. is required to donate; 16- year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.

Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

"CHIP IN FOR SCHOLARSHIPS" 34TH ANNUAL IHCC GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, JUNE 15TH. THE 4-PERSON BEST SHOT WILL BEGIN AT 10AM AT THE CEDAR CREEK GOLF COURSE IN OTTUMWA.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT BIANCA (641)683-5302 OR EMAIL  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Saturday, May 26th at 9:30am  the Davis County Civil War Trail Ride will start at 21888 265th St. in Bloomfield. You must call to reserve a seat at 641-799-7463 by May 21st.

This wagon train will pass along the Civil War Monuments and the sites where Thomas Hardy and Eleazor Small were killed as well as many other raider stops. Bring a sack lunch. THIS IS A WEATHER PERMITTING EVENT hosted by the Davis County Civil War Guerrilla Raid Society.

WHAT: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Drakesville United Methodist Church Blood Drive
WHEN: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

WHERE: Drakesville United Methodist Church/Fellowship Hall
210 N. Madison, Drakesville

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to donate
contact Eileen Bolin @ 641-722-3761 or visit www.bloodcenter.org

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 20th are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

The Evans Middle School Student Council is hosting an ice cream social to raise funds to purchase smoke detectors for Ottumwa residents.

Fire and Ice will be held Tuesday, May 15 from 4-7 p.m. at the North Fire Station. Tickets are $3 each or two for $5. Tickets may be purchased in advance from a student council member or purchased at the event.

The proceeds from this event go to purchase smoke detectors for those who are in need. There will be an opportunity to meet local firefighters and tour the fire station. The Blank Children's Hospital Safety House will be set up at Roe's Restaurant.

Saturday, May 26th at 9:30am  the Davis County Civil War Trail Ride will start at 21888 265th St. in Bloomfield. You must call to reserve a seat at 641-799-7463 by May 21st.

This wagon train will pass along the Civil War Monuments and the sites where Thomas Hardy and Eleazor Small were killed as well as many other raider stops. Bring a sack lunch. THIS IS A WEATHER PERMITTING EVENT hosted by the Davis County Civil War Guerrilla Raid Society.

WHAT: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Bussey Fire Department Blood Drive
WHEN: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

WHERE: Bussey Community Center
313 Fifth St., Bussey

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to
donate contact Polliann Carlson @ 641-944-5331 or visit
www.bloodcenter.org

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 21st are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

Saturday, May 26th at 9:30am  the Davis County Civil War Trail Ride will start at 21888 265th St. in Bloomfield. You must call to reserve a seat at 641-799-7463 by May 21st.

This wagon train will pass along the Civil War Monuments and the sites where Thomas Hardy and Eleazor Small were killed as well as many other raider stops. Bring a sack lunch. THIS IS A WEATHER PERMITTING EVENT hosted by the Davis County Civil War Guerrilla Raid Society.

WHAT: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Mahaska County Community Blood Drive
WHEN: Friday, May 18, 2012
8:30 am – 12:00 pm

WHERE: Mahaska Health Partnership/Cedar Bluff Learning Center
1229 C Ave. E, Oskaloosa

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to donate call
800-452-1097 or visit www.bloodcenter.org

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 23rd are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

Saturday, May 26th at 9:30am  the Davis County Civil War Trail Ride will start at 21888 265th St. in Bloomfield. You must call to reserve a seat at 641-799-7463 by May 21st.

This wagon train will pass along the Civil War Monuments and the sites where Thomas Hardy and Eleazor Small were killed as well as many other raider stops. Bring a sack lunch. THIS IS A WEATHER PERMITTING EVENT hosted by the Davis County Civil War Guerrilla Raid Society.

"CHIP IN FOR SCHOLARSHIPS" 34TH ANNUAL IHCC GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, JUNE 15TH. THE 4-PERSON BEST SHOT WILL BEGIN AT 10AM AT THE CEDAR CREEK GOLF COURSE IN OTTUMWA.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT BIANCA (641)683-5302 OR EMAIL  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

This is a certified market to accept WIC, SFMNP, and CVV's, some vendors may accept EBT. 

 2nd Annual Pickin' N Grinnin' Festival sponsored by the Ottumwa Shriners.  It is Friday, May 18th from 5 PM - 11 PM and Saturday,  May 19th from    7 AM - 11 PM at the Jimmy Jones Shelter.    

Remembrance Day parade, special meals, bounce house, beer garden, concessions, flea market, wine tasting and  live bands: Timeline, Bluegrass Blondies, Radio Flyers, Ed Burger Band, Still Kickin' , and Jennifer Handling and the Revolution.Camping available.

Friday at 6:30pm-pork chops, mashed potatoes, green beans- $8

Saturday 7-10am- pancakes and sausage breakfast- freewill offering

Remembrance Day Parade 2pm

Freewill spaghetti dinner 5-8pm

 For more info call 799-4700 or 799-7575

 2nd Annual Pickin' N Grinnin' Festival sponsored by the Ottumwa Shriners.  It is Friday, May 18th from 5 PM - 11 PM and Saturday,  May 19th from  7 AM - 11 PM at the Jimmy Jones Shelter.    

Remembrance Day parade, special meals, bounce house, beer garden, concessions, flea market, wine tasting and  live bands: Timeline, Bluegrass Blondies, Radio Flyers, Ed Burger Band, Still Kickin' , and Jennifer Handling and the Revolution.Camping available.

Friday at 6:30pm-pork chops, mashed potatoes, green beans- $8

Saturday 7-10am- pancakes and sausage breakfast- freewill offering

Remembrance Day Parade 2pm

Freewill spaghetti dinner 5-8pm

For more info call 799-4700 or 799-7575

  SATURDAY, MAY 19TH THE FAIRFIELD WOMEN'S CLUB WILL HAVE THEIR TRASH AND TREASURE, PLANT SALE AND COOKIE WALK AT THE McELHINNY HOUSE ON 300 N. COURT IN FAIRFIELD FROM 7:30am TO 4pm.

Flag Disposal Event Friday, May 19th 8:00 am to 11:00 am at the Ottumwa Park by the War Memorials.Bring your tattered, torn, faded flag that no longer servable to fly to the park. Receive a coupon for purchasing a new flag from O’Hara Hardware. Your name will be place in a drawing for a flag flown over the Iowa Capital.

Come and see the display of Park Sullivan flags.

For more information call Trudy Caviness 641-684-7585

We have received over 600 flags since we have started this event.

Thank you to the American Legion for assistance in the proper disposal of the flags.Sponsored by the Republican Party of Wapello County

Saturday, May 26th at 9:30am  the Davis County Civil War Trail Ride will start at 21888 265th St. in Bloomfield. You must call to reserve a seat at 641-799-7463 by May 21st.

This wagon train will pass along the Civil War Monuments and the sites where Thomas Hardy and Eleazor Small were killed as well as many other raider stops. Bring a sack lunch. THIS IS A WEATHER PERMITTING EVENT hosted by the Davis County Civil War Guerrilla Raid Society.

 A “Quarter Craze” fundraiser is planned for Saturday, May 19th as a
kick-off to the Davis County Alzheimer’s Walk to be held in June.

The “Quarter Craze” will be held at Mulberry Place Independent and Assisted Living, 11 Deborah Drive, next to Bloomfield Care Center. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., event starts at 10 a.m.

A variety of vendors are donating items for people to “bid” on.
At the event, participants need to purchase a “bid number” for $3 or two for $5.  Money raised will support the Davis County Alzheimer’s Walk in support of the Alzheimer’s Association.  

Saturday, May 26th at 9:30am  the Davis County Civil War Trail Ride will start at 21888 265th St. in Bloomfield. You must call to reserve a seat at 641-799-7463 by May 21st.

This wagon train will pass along the Civil War Monuments and the sites where Thomas Hardy and Eleazor Small were killed as well as many other raider stops. Bring a sack lunch. THIS IS A WEATHER PERMITTING EVENT hosted by the Davis County Civil War Guerrilla Raid Society.

This is a certified market to accept WIC, SFMNP, and CVV's, some vendors may accept EBT. 

This is a certified market to accept WIC, SFMNP, and CVV's, some vendors may accept EBT. 

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Mahaska County Community Blood Drive

WHEN: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

WHERE: Mahaska Health Partnership/Education Room
1229 C Ave. E., Oskaloosa

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To schedule an appointment to donate call
800-452-1097 or visit www.bloodcenter.org

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
March 28th are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.
Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

"CHIP IN FOR SCHOLARSHIPS" 34TH ANNUAL IHCC GOLF TOURNAMENT FRIDAY, JUNE 15TH. THE 4-PERSON BEST SHOT WILL BEGIN AT 10AM AT THE CEDAR CREEK GOLF COURSE IN OTTUMWA.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT BIANCA (641)683-5302 OR EMAIL  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

This is a certified market to accept WIC, SFMNP, and CVV's, some vendors may accept EBT. 

This is a certified market to accept WIC, SFMNP, and CVV's, some vendors may accept EBT. 

This is a certified market to accept WIC, SFMNP, and CVV's, some vendors may accept EBT. 

  The West Grove United Methodist Church on Hwy 2 in West Grove will be holding their annual Memorial Day Lunch on Monday, May 28th from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM.
 Serving chicken and noodles, all the trimmings and  homemade cakes and pies .  

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Ottumwa Good Samaritan Center

WHEN: Wednesday, May 30, 2012
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

WHERE: Ottumwa Good Samaritan Center
2035 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa

FOR APPOINTMENTS: To set up an appointment to donate, call
641-682-8041

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
April 4, 2012 are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure that
only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least 16 years
old, be in good health, and weight at least 110 pounds. A Blood Donor
card or other I.D. is required to donate; 16-year old donors must present
a signed parental consent form each time they donate until reaching 17
years of age. Consent forms are available from Blood Center offices.

Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.  

Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center
Van Buren County Blood Drive

Wednesday, May 30, 2012
3:00-7:00 pm

Keosauqua Senior Center
801 Front Street, Keosauqua

FOR APPOINTMENTS: Call 800-452-1097 to schedule an
appointment.

ABOUT THE DRIVE: Donors who last gave blood on or before
April 4, 2012, are eligible.

ABOUT DONATING: Blood donation is a safe; simple procedure
that only takes about an hour to complete. Donors must be at least
16 years old, be in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds. A
Blood Donor card or other photo I.D. is required to donate; 16- year old
donors must present a signed parental consent form each time they
donate until reaching 17 years of age. Consent forms are available
from Blood Center offices.

Controlled high blood pressure and diabetics are acceptable.