Grill-out at Red’s

Red’s Catering in downtown Hartley will be serving up grilled favorites on Wednesday, April 20 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Pick up in the front. See the ad on Page 5 for more details.

Hartley clean-up day

The City of Hartley has released rules for spring clean-up day, which will be held on Monday, April 25.

Residents are asked to follow the rules regarding disposal of materials. See the ad on Page 8 for more details.

Local Easter egg hunts planned this Saturday

Two community egg hunts are planned in Hartley and Everly this Saturday.

Hartley: The hunt will be held at Community Memorial Health Center and is co-sponsored by the facility and I.E.F Club, as well as other local businesses. The event is slated for Saturday, April 16 at 10 a.m. Participants are asked to park in the Grace Fellowship parking lot.

Children ages 0-10 will be divided into age brackets, with special awarded prizes in each bracket. Hunters should bring a basket or sack to collect eggs.

Everly: Everly’s big hunt will also take place on Saturday, April 16 at 10 a.m. The event will be held at Everly Community Park and is for kids age 10 and under. The Clay County Countrymen 4-H Club and the Everly Lions Club are co-sponsoring the event.

Everly firefighters hosting breakfast

The Everly Firefighter’s Association will hold a fundraiser breakfast on Sunday, April 24 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., at the fire station. The menu includes French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage, lil’ smokies and beverages.

See the ad on Page 4 for more details.

Melvin Legion brunch is April 24

Melvin American Legion Post 470 will host a brunch on Sunday, April 24 at the Legion building. The menu includes pancakes, biscuits and gravy, omelets, sausage and drinks.

Dine in or carry out. See the ad on Page 8 for more details.

Food distribution April 20 at Trinity UCC

The Food Bank of Iowa’s mobile pantry program will be conducted on Wednesday, April 20, from 4-6 p.m. at Trinity United Church of Christ in Hartley. The program is available free of charge and geared toward individuals in need of food assistance.

Participants are asked to stay in their vehicles and line up on the east side of the parking lot. The food will be brought to you as you drive under the canopy.

Next Hartley blood drive is April 27

LifeServe Blood Center will be conducting a blood drive in Hartley on Wednesday, April 27. New donors are especially needed.

Blood can be given at the Hartley Community Center from 12:30-5:30 p.m. Appointments are required. To schedule yours, text LIFESERVE to 999-777, call (800) 287-4903 or visit lifeservebloodcenter.org.

H-M-S menus

Monday, April 18: No School – Holiday.

Tuesday, April 19: Breakfast – Mini cinnis, fruit, juice; Lunch – Hamburger/bun, French fries, cooked carrots, mixed fruit.

Wednesday, April 20: Breakfast – Breakfast tornado, muffin (EL), fruit, juice; Lunch – Softshell taco, lettuce/cheese, refried beans, diced tomatoes, rice (9-12), grapes.

Thursday, April 21: Breakfast – Waffles, sausage (9-12), fruit, juice; Lunch – Spaghetti, garlic toast, romaine salad, cherry tomatoes, corn, oranges.

Friday, April 22: Breakfast – Donuts, fruit, juice; Lunch – Chicken patty/bun, baby carrots, celery, apples, chips.

Milk served with each meal. Fruit/veggie bar offered daily.

HLC food pantry

Current hours for the food pantry at Hope Lutheran Church in Everly are Wednesdays, 1-5 p.m. Everyone is allowed to come in and pick out their food, but masks are required.

Al Anon meetings

Al Anon meetings are held at the following locations each week:

Wednesday, 8 p.m., 511 Southmoor, Spencer; Thursday, 8 p.m., Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Royal; Sunday, 7 p.m., Sanford Medical Center, 118 N 7th Ave., Sheldon.

All are welcome to attend.

Youth mental health first aid training offered

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host “Youth Mental Health First Aid” for adults who work with youth, on Tuesday, June 14 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Sanford Sheldon Medical Center.

Young adults often experience mental health and addiction challenges. This course introduces common mental health challenges for youth and reviews typical adolescent development. Participants will learn a five-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations.

According to Kate Stewart, Extension human sciences program coordinator, this program is for a parent, educator, coach, school staff member, youth pastor, 4-H leader or anyone else who works with youth and teens on a daily basis. It will focus on equipping the adult leader participants with the skills and knowledge to recognize common mental health challenges in youth and teens, and how to connect those youth with appropriate care and support.

Registration fee for “Youth Mental Health First Aid” is $75 per participant which includes a noon meal; however, a $75 coupon code is available for those working with youth living or working in rural areas. Call (712) 957-5045 for the coupon code prior to registering.

Registration is required by June 3 to plan adequately for seating and resource materials; however, space is limited so it is advised to register early. To register, visit https://go.iastate.edu/NIGVJ1.

EMS and Nursing CEUs are available with this program. Participants should also note that due to the location of the training, all participants will be COVID screened upon entry.

For questions or assistance with registration, contact the O’Brien County Extension office at 712-957-5045 or email xobrien@iastate.edu.