Today's Events
- OKOBOJI GRILL’S 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OKOBOJI GRILL’S 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARYBegins: June 17, 2013
Ends: June 23, 2013
JUNE 17 – JUNE 23 Okoboji Bar & Grill at River Ridge * 1749 Golf Course Blvd. Independence 319-334-6576 Featuring: All Week $2 Off Our Boji Appetizer Sampler! Monday – Sunday: $5 For Every 9 Holes * Lizzy Rose Monday Night – 25cent Wings & $2 Domestic Bottle Beer! Tuesday - $3 Margaritas, $4 Flavored Margaritas, $2 Off Burgers Wednesday – Kid’s 12 and Under Eat FREE (per one adult meal purchase) & Mr. Nick Entertainment from 6 – 8pm * $2 Domestic Bottle Beer! Thursday - $2.50 Long Island Teas & Men’s League Special on Patio *$1 Off All Draft Beer! Friday – Prime Rib Dinner Entrée - $19.99 *Music by Stampede on the Patio from 8pm – Midnight Saturday – $2.50 Bloody Mary’s & Screwdrivers during the Day *Prime Rib Dinner Entrée - $19.99 *Music by Bruce Bearinger on the Patio from 7pm – 11pm Sunday – Music by Noah Burrage & Bloody Mary Bar on the Patio! 10am – 1pm - Summer Art CampSummer Art CampBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 18, 2013
Come explore drawing, painting, clay and much more! Where: First United Methodist Church When: June 11, 18, no class the 25th, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Grades K-1: 9:00-9:45 Grades 2-3: 10:15-11:00 Grades 4-6: 11:30-12:15 Cost: $50 for 4 weeks or $100 for 8 weeks. To register, please email Marnie Barnett, marniebarnett@gmail.com. 319- 332-1188 Payment must be received prior to class starting. - Powerful Tools for Caregivers ClassPowerful Tools for Caregivers ClassBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 18, 2013
Learn the skills you need as a caregiver to take care of yourself. Six 90 minute class sessions held once a week are led by certified, experienced class leaders. Date: June 4-July 9 Time: Meetings held on Tuesdays from 9-10:30am Location: Heartland Acres Event Center, Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Independence Cost: $10.00 (Scholarships Available) For more information or to register, Call Vicki Hyke at 319-272-2467 or email vhyke@hvaaa.org Respite funding may be available upon request. - Summer Cookout at the AirportSummer Cookout at the AirportBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 18, 2013
Every other Tuesday, May 21-Sept. 4, from 6-8pm. $5.00/person, PIC's Eat Free. Hamburgers, Hotdogs and Chips. Also have Aerobatic and Airplane Rides. - Blood DriveBlood DriveBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 18, 2013
Schedule your next appointment at the next Independence Community Blood Drive. The blood drive will take place on Tuesday, June 18th from noon to 5:30 p.m. in the studio at the Therapy & Wellness Center, located at the Buchanan County Health Center. For more information, or to schedule an appointment to donate, please contact Brenda Fuller at (319) 332-0905. You can also schedule your appointment online at www.lifeservebloodcenter.org. Right now, there is an urgent need for A negative and AB negative blood. - Kathy\'s Kakes Kathy\'s KakesBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 18, 2013
Kathy’s Kakes, Make n Take and Kathy’s (Cup)Kakes. As part of the Summer Reading Program at the Independence Public Library, kids can enjoy making a summer craft and then decorating a delicious cookie with Kathy’s Kakes to take home or eat. Stop by between 9:30 and 10:30. Registration is not required this year. Teens can also decorate a Kathy’s Kakes cupcake at 11:00 am. Visit the library’s website for more information www.independence.lib.ia.us or find us on Facebook. - Cards n ConvoCards n ConvoBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 18, 2013
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in the Community Room of the Independence Public Library and take part in a friendly game of cards or board game, lively conversation, and light refreshments from 1:00-3:00 pm. Cards n Convo meets the first and third Tuesday of each month. No library card is necessary to attend this free social event. For more information, stop in or call the library at 334-2470 or visit www.independence.lib.ia.us. - American Legion Pizza Ranch FundraiserAmerican Legion Pizza Ranch FundraiserBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 19, 2013
The American Legion is having a Pizza Ranch Fundraiser on June 18th and 19th from 5-8pm. On the 18th, 2 kids under the age of 10 will eat free with 1 paying adult. Come out to support them as they serve you!
- OKOBOJI GRILL’S 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Upcoming Events
- June 19, 2013
- Hazleton City Council MeetingHazleton City Council MeetingBegins: June 19, 2013
Ends: June 19, 2013
Held the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the City Hall. - Wednesday WinedownWednesday WinedownBegins: June 19, 2013
Ends: June 19, 2013
The Independence Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Wednesday Winedown. A chance for those people who aren't morning people to come out for a meet and greet. Great networking opportunities! Held at the Wapsi Wine Cellar from 5pm to 6pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. - OKOBOJI GRILL’S 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OKOBOJI GRILL’S 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARYBegins: June 17, 2013
Ends: June 23, 2013
JUNE 17 – JUNE 23 Okoboji Bar & Grill at River Ridge * 1749 Golf Course Blvd. Independence 319-334-6576 Featuring: All Week $2 Off Our Boji Appetizer Sampler! Monday – Sunday: $5 For Every 9 Holes * Lizzy Rose Monday Night – 25cent Wings & $2 Domestic Bottle Beer! Tuesday - $3 Margaritas, $4 Flavored Margaritas, $2 Off Burgers Wednesday – Kid’s 12 and Under Eat FREE (per one adult meal purchase) & Mr. Nick Entertainment from 6 – 8pm * $2 Domestic Bottle Beer! Thursday - $2.50 Long Island Teas & Men’s League Special on Patio *$1 Off All Draft Beer! Friday – Prime Rib Dinner Entrée - $19.99 *Music by Stampede on the Patio from 8pm – Midnight Saturday – $2.50 Bloody Mary’s & Screwdrivers during the Day *Prime Rib Dinner Entrée - $19.99 *Music by Bruce Bearinger on the Patio from 7pm – 11pm Sunday – Music by Noah Burrage & Bloody Mary Bar on the Patio! 10am – 1pm - We Dig the Earth: UpcyclingWe Dig the Earth: UpcyclingBegins: June 19, 2013
Ends: June 19, 2013
Dig into Art as part of the Independence Public Library Summer Reading Program. Children in grades 1-3 are invited to take part in Upcycling beginning at 9:30 am. The class for those in grades 4-6 begins at 11:00 am. Instructor Jill Ridenour will show participants how to magically transform everyday items into extraordinary gifts and decorations. All materials are provided. Please call the library to register at 319-334-2470 or email iplprograms@gmail.com. Registration is required; space is limited. - Spa Series: NailsSpa Series: NailsBegins: June 19, 2013
Ends: June 19, 2013
Students in grades 5-12 are welcome to participate in the Teen Spa Series as part of the Independence Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Participants are asked to meet in the Community Room at 3:00 pm for information on caring for nails and a manicure. No library card is needed to participate. For more information, contact the library at 334-2470, visit www.independence.lib.ia.us, or find us on Facebook. - American Legion Pizza Ranch FundraiserAmerican Legion Pizza Ranch FundraiserBegins: June 18, 2013
Ends: June 19, 2013
The American Legion is having a Pizza Ranch Fundraiser on June 18th and 19th from 5-8pm. On the 18th, 2 kids under the age of 10 will eat free with 1 paying adult. Come out to support them as they serve you!
- Hazleton City Council Meeting
- June 19, 2013


