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"Elf Jr. the Musical" - Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause his to face the truth. Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This story is based off of the Holiday Classic film starring Will Ferrell. This comedy will be a blast for children and adult audiences alike! Auditions will take place Tuesday, October 1st and Wednesday, October 2nd from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Marshalltown Performing Arts Center (MHS Auditorium). Performances will be at the Miller Middle School Auditorium December 6th-8th & December 13th-15th - Fridays & Saturdays at 7:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm. We are looking for 15-20 cast members ages 8-18. Performers should be prepared to sing a song (with or without background music, a Bluetooth speaker will be available). They should also wear comfortable shoes for dancing. We also request a small photo such as a school picture to auditions. We look forward to spreading the Holiday Spirit with you all this season with "Elf Jr."! Best Wishes, Vanessa Engel, Director Stacy Heil, Assistant Director

"Elf Jr. the Musical" - Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause his to face the truth. Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This story is based off of the Holiday Classic film starring Will Ferrell. This comedy will be a blast for children and adult audiences alike! Auditions will take place Tuesday, October 1st and Wednesday, October 2nd from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Marshalltown Performing Arts Center (MHS Auditorium). Performances will be at the Miller Middle School Auditorium December 6th-8th & December 13th-15th - Fridays & Saturdays at 7:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm. We are looking for 15-20 cast members ages 8-18. Performers should be prepared to sing a song (with or without background music, a Bluetooth speaker will be available). They should also wear comfortable shoes for dancing. We also request a small photo such as a school picture to auditions. We look forward to spreading the Holiday Spirit with you all this season with "Elf Jr."! Best Wishes, Vanessa Engel, Director Stacy Heil, Assistant Director

Youth Basketball Skills & League Marshalltown Parks & Recs

https://www.marshalltown-ia.gov/753/Youth-Basketball-1st-6th-Grade

Fall Fest-Toledo Join us for family fun at Fall Fest, located at Otter Creek Lake & Park on Oct 6, 2024 from 12-4 pm. We have an amazing lineup for Fall Fest this year! Free activities for visitors include a live insect display by the Iowa State Univesity Insect Zoo, archery mobile range provided by Poweshiek County Conservation, adoptable animals petting zoo by the Tama Co. Humane Society, crafts and information from Tama Co. 4-H/ISU Extension, kids' crafts by the Central Iowa Arts Asscociation, conservation Information from Brett Reece (DNR officer), visit from the Toledo IA Public Library, and assorted lawn games. We will also have a myriad of vendors to enjoy around the nature center! Food vendors include: Clare's Tenderloin (tenderloins, chips, smoothies) Everyday Sweets Bakery (baked goods) Most Wanted Coffee (coffee & breakfast foods) Quick & Fresh Kitchen (Crab Rangoons, sushi, boba) Weinie Wonderland (Hot dogs, sandwiches, pitas, and more. Has vegetarian option) Sliderlicious Sliders (sliders) Tu Wayy Catering (Loaded baked potatoes & nachos) Big Acai (acai bowls) Marie Krakow (Popcorn, funnel cakes, cotton candy) Other market vendors include: Dolezal Honeybees Suzanne Lux, Scentsy BeetleBabe Jewelry Bloom with Micki Fresh Bombz Terry Scroll Saw Art Etch n Stitch Leona Wallen (Hats & Jewelry) Ladybug Crafts BSC Candles & Scents Judith White Rose Creations Paige Garringer Jewelry PS Stuffies 3 Generations Chell Creates LLC JF Designs and Creations Ida Grace Boutique Iowa Authentic Wolfe Ranch of Quakerdale KDL Kreations

Zombie Run 2024 The Park Apocalypse has begun, and Grimes Farm will be infested with Zombies on October 19, 2024. Put on your running shoes for this spine-tingling 5K, with registration beginning at 6:00 p.m. and a staggered race start beginning at 6:30. Runners will brave the oncoming night and undead creatures lurking the trails, which will try to steal their brains (also known as flags, from the flag football belts). If runners cross the finish line with flags, they have avoided lively decompositions and declared a survivor. Those with no flags, their future is not guaranteed, and they are deemed infected. Runners can register online at Eventbrite. Registration fee is $35 and includes swag item, finisher medal, walking “dead” taco meal, zombie antidote (Gatorade), and zombie cookie. Medal, swag item, and meal will only be guaranteed for the first 120 registered runners. Day of the race registration is welcomed, if spaces are still available. If running is not your thing and you want to sacrifice your brain and evening to become a Zombie on the trail or another volunteer, please contact Emily Herring at eherring@marshallcountyia.gov or 641-844-2831. Income from the Zombie Run will be put back into the trails at the Grimes Farm.

The Arts + Culture Alliance invites the community to take pART in the 2024 Culture Festival on Sunday, September 22nd from 1-4 in Downtown Marshalltown. This year’s event is in partnership with the Marshalltown YMCA-YWCA, Marshalltown Central Business District, Marshalltown Public Library and Immigrant Allies. Take pART in an afternoon filled with live performances, art and business tours, food, kid’s activities and festivities, and experience the world without leaving Marshalltown. https://www.facebook.com/share/VmCgBry2AiGRDtPp/

Conference Dates: Saturday, October 26th Thursday, October 31st Thursday, November 7th

Go Further Flyer F'24

https://www.wise.iastate.edu/go-further

Families will learn how to use handheld GPS units, then using coordinates will search the Grimes Farm for hidden candy! Bring a bag for your finds and feel free to dress up! https://www.marshallcountyia.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=264

Conference Dates: Saturday, October 26th Thursday, October 31st Thursday, November 7th

Go Further Flyer F'24

https://www.wise.iastate.edu/go-further