A Senior Social will be held Tuesday, June 18, 2013, from 11:30 to 1:00 in the social hall at New Hope Church.  Lunch will be served.  Ham and potato salad will be on the menu.  All seniors of the area are invited.  

Diane Wallick has volunteer opportunities available at the library this summer for "Lunch Bunch."

This is a 5 week lunch story time starting Wednesday June 5th and running through Wednesday, July 3rd.

Please call Diane at the Tipton Public Library for more information.

Go Red for Women Luncheon:

Go Red For Women® celebrates the energy, passion and power we have as women to band together to wipe out heart disease and stroke.

When: Thursday, June 20 at 10 AM

Where: Geneva Golf & Country Club, 3100 Bidwell Road

Learn more at MuscatineGoRed.org and GoRedForWomen.org

Car Wash Fundraiser:

For: House of Hope Iowa, A Home for Healing Teens

When: June 22, 2013 9AM-1PM

Where: Super Car Wash, 2012 Cedar Plaza Drive (near Fareway)

Donations accepted!

See you there!

The Muscatine Amateur Radio Club is inviting the public to see a demonstration of amateur radio emergency communications. The club will take part in the annual American Radio Relay League Field Day Simulated Emergency Test from 1 p.m. Saturday, June 22, through 1 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at 2701 170th Street, just north of Muscatine on Highway 38. For more information, visit

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Project invites campers and the visiting public to attend campground programs held at Clark's Ferry and Shady Creek Recreation Areas. Throughout the summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, presenters will cover a host of topics for all to enjoy. As a reminder, all campground programs are subject to cancellation or rescheduling in the event of rain or severe weather.

Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 7 PM

Clark's Ferry Campground - off Highway 22 at 3860 Sunset Beach, Montpelier, IA

Don Swensson travels upriver  to pass on his years of experience and knowledge on how to fish the mighty Mississippi.

To reserve a campsite, contact the National Recreation Reservation Service toll free at (877) 444-6777. Campsites are also available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please contact the Muscatine Park Rangers by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (563)

The Muscatine Amateur Radio Club is inviting the public to see a demonstration of amateur radio emergency communications. The club will take part in the annual American Radio Relay League Field Day Simulated Emergency Test from 1 p.m. Saturday, June 22, through 1 p.m. Sunday, June 24, at 2701 170th Street, just north of Muscatine on Highway 38. For more information, visit

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Project invites campers and the visiting public to attend campground programs held at Clark's Ferry and Shady Creek Recreation Areas. Throughout the summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, presenters will cover a host of topics for all to enjoy. As a reminder, all campground programs are subject to cancellation or rescheduling in the event of rain or severe weather.

Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 7 PM

Clark's Ferry Campground - off Highway 22 at 3860 Sunset Beach, Montpelier, IA

Don Swensson travels upriver  to pass on his years of experience and knowledge on how to fish the mighty Mississippi.

To reserve a campsite, contact the National Recreation Reservation Service toll free at (877) 444-6777. Campsites are also available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please contact the Muscatine Park Rangers by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (563)

MHS Class of 1968 celebrating their 45^th reunion.

Weekend of Friday, June 21 – Sunday, June 23

Number of events are scheduled. 

For a list of events and times please go to the website at 68muskies.org or contact: Nancy Parker Hawley at 563-264-1892 OR Bob McCleary at 563-264-1495.

The school house building located at Wild Cat Den State Park is now open on Sunday afternoons from one to four o'clock and hosted by volunteers to answer questions.  Admission is free.

There are old school books to read, a piano waiting for someone to share there music ability, memory book written by Muscatine County rural students and teachers, a glass case filled with old precious memorabilia, crafts for kids to do and an outhouse to explain to grand children.  This is a nice outing for families in the area to enjoy.  The beauty of the park with trails to discover and maybe something good in the picnic basket to enjoy!

The Trinity Muscatine Friends will sponsor a Garden Walk on Sunday, June 23, 2013 from 1-4 PM. Five diverse gardens in Muscatine will be available for touring, giving visitors inspirations for their own properties. The home on tour are:

Karen Hintermeister, located at 2119 West Bay Drive

Kyle and Cathy Reifert, located at 3109 Clermont Drive

Jennifer Kent, located at 2707 Mulberry Avenue

Don and Nancy Martin, located at 530 Wier Street

Gary and Sue Slight, located at 11 Geneva Drive

Refreshments will be served by the garden at Jennifer Kent's home. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at The Window Box Gift Shop at Trinity Muscatine, 1518 Mulberry Avenue. Proceeds wioll be donated to the Trinity Muscatine E.R. Renovation. For more information, call Lea Ann Logel at 563-263-1926 or Diane Wagner at 563-264-8677.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Project invites the public to enjoy a tour of Lock and Dam #16. Every Sunday from May 26, 2013 through September 1, 2013 at 2:00 PM, weather permitting, tours of Locks and Dam #16 will be conducted for the public. A special Memorial Day weekend tour will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 2:00 PM. Lock and Dam #16 is located off 102nd Ave West on the Illinois side of the Mississippi River about one mile upstream from the bridge in Muscatine, IA. Participants will be presented with a history of the Upper Mississippi River system, how the river system operates and the process it takes to move a barge through a lock. The tour is capped off with a walk on the lock structure. Walking is a part of the tour, so participants must wear shoes with enclosed toes and an enclosed back (tennis shoes are best). Advance reservations are required as group size is limited. Please allow approximately one hour to complete the tour. For more information and to make reservations, please contact the Muscatine Park Rangers by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (563) 263-7913.

MHS Class of 1968 celebrating their 45^th reunion.

Weekend of Friday, June 21 – Sunday, June 23

Number of events are scheduled. 

For a list of events and times please go to the website at 68muskies.org or contact: Nancy Parker Hawley at 563-264-1892 OR Bob McCleary at 563-264-1495.

Friends of Melpine will be meeting Monday, June 24 at 6:30pm at the school house located at Wild Cat Den State Park.  Former rural school students and teachers are encouraged to attend.

The building is now open on Sunday afternoons from one to four o'clock and hosted by volunteers to answer questions.  Admission is free.

There are old school books to read, a piano waiting for someone to share there music ability, memory book written by Muscatine County rural students and teachers, a glass case filled with old precious memorabilia, crafts for kids to do and an outhouse to explain to grand children.  This is a nice outing for families in the area to enjoy.  The beauty of the park with trails to discover and maybe something good in the picnic basket to enjoy!

MHS Class of 1968 celebrating their 45^th reunion.

Weekend of Friday, June 21 – Sunday, June 23

Number of events are scheduled. 

For a list of events and times please go to the website at 68muskies.org or contact: Nancy Parker Hawley at 563-264-1892 OR Bob McCleary at 563-264-1495.

MHS Class of 1968 celebrating their 45^th reunion.

Weekend of Friday, June 21 – Sunday, June 23

Number of events are scheduled. 

For a list of events and times please go to the website at 68muskies.org or contact: Nancy Parker Hawley at 563-264-1892 OR Bob McCleary at 563-264-1495.

Diane Wallick has volunteer opportunities available at the library this summer for "Lunch Bunch."

This is a 5 week lunch story time starting Wednesday June 5th and running through Wednesday, July 3rd.

Please call Diane at the Tipton Public Library for more information.

Please join us for a free panel discussion covering the legal, emotional, and financial aspects that arise when cancer affects your work force. Featuring medical professionals, a psychosocial cancer professional, and an attorney.

Friday, June 28, 2013

Lunch & Program: 11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Trinity Muscatine

1518 Mulberry Avenue

Muscatine, IA

Conference Room

Limited seating. Call 1-877-926-7504 to RSVP

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Project invites campers and the visiting public to attend campground programs held at Clark's Ferry and Shady Creek Recreation Areas. Throughout the summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, presenters will cover a host of topics for all to enjoy. As a reminder, all campground programs are subject to cancellation or rescheduling in the event of rain or severe weather.

Saturday, June 29, 2013 - 7 PM

Shady Creek Campground - 3550 Highway 22, Muscatine

Perfect the art of knot tying with Bob Burchett.

To reserve a campsite, contact the National Recreation Reservation Service toll free at (877) 444-6777. Campsites are also available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please contact the Muscatine Park Rangers by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (563) 263-7913.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Project invites campers and the visiting public to attend campground programs held at Clark's Ferry and Shady Creek Recreation Areas. Throughout the summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, presenters will cover a host of topics for all to enjoy. As a reminder, all campground programs are subject to cancellation or rescheduling in the event of rain or severe weather.

Saturday, June 29, 2013 - 7 PM

Shady Creek Campground - 3550 Highway 22, Muscatine

Perfect the art of knot tying with Bob Burchett.

To reserve a campsite, contact the National Recreation Reservation Service toll free at (877) 444-6777. Campsites are also available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please contact the Muscatine Park Rangers by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (563) 263-7913.

The school house building located at Wild Cat Den State Park is now open on Sunday afternoons from one to four o'clock and hosted by volunteers to answer questions.  Admission is free.

There are old school books to read, a piano waiting for someone to share there music ability, memory book written by Muscatine County rural students and teachers, a glass case filled with old precious memorabilia, crafts for kids to do and an outhouse to explain to grand children.  This is a nice outing for families in the area to enjoy.  The beauty of the park with trails to discover and maybe something good in the picnic basket to enjoy!

Family Bike Ride

Time: 1-2 PM

Gather at Discovery Park with the group departing at 1 PM. Participants can opt for a short 3-mile ride or a longer 10-mile ride with both rides stopping at the Art Center for a free ice cream. Participants who decorate their bikes will receive a coupon for a free slice of pie or cake.

Organized by: Melon City Bike Club

Contact: Greg Harper 563-263-4043 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Ice Cream Social at the Muscatine Art Center

Time: 1-5 PM

Kick off your Fourth of July celebrations at the Annual Ice Cream Social presented by the Friends of the Muscatine Art Center. As always, there will be plenty of ice cream, desserts, family-friendly fun and an art fair. The musical line-up for this year is "Tammy and the Fyffe's" at 1 PM, "Gwendolyn Countryman and the Dusty Road" at 2 PM and "The Creepin' Charlies" at 3:15 PM. New this year is a book slae and "fun with fruit" - edible crafts sponsored by the Muscatine Hy-Vee. Families are encouraged to participate in a bike ride from Discovery Park to the ARt Center, and kids can decorate a flag for their bikes while at the ARt Center. The bike ride departs at 1 PM. The highlight this year is the dedication of the "E. Brandford Burns Performing Arts Park" on the grounds of the Art Center at 1 PM.

Organized by: Friends of the Muscatine Art Center

Contact: Melanie Alexander 563-263-8282 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mississippi River Project invites the public to enjoy a tour of Lock and Dam #16. Every Sunday from May 26, 2013 through September 1, 2013 at 2:00 PM, weather permitting, tours of Locks and Dam #16 will be conducted for the public. A special Memorial Day weekend tour will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 2:00 PM. Lock and Dam #16 is located off 102nd Ave West on the Illinois side of the Mississippi River about one mile upstream from the bridge in Muscatine, IA. Participants will be presented with a history of the Upper Mississippi River system, how the river system operates and the process it takes to move a barge through a lock. The tour is capped off with a walk on the lock structure. Walking is a part of the tour, so participants must wear shoes with enclosed toes and an enclosed back (tennis shoes are best). Advance reservations are required as group size is limited. Please allow approximately one hour to complete the tour. For more information and to make reservations, please contact the Muscatine Park Rangers by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (563) 263-7913.