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January 2026

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  • New Year's Eve Party

    New Year's Eve Party

    December 31, 2025  6:00 pm - January 1, 2026  12:00 am
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    🎉 Ring in the New Year at The Courtyard 🎉
    214 E. State Street • Jefferson, IA 50129

    ✨ Join us for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve Celebration filled with great food, DJ & live music, and sparkling memories! ✨

    Saturday, December 31st | Doors Open at 6:00 PM for Cocktails 
    $35 per person

    Your evening includes:
    🍽️ A beautifully catered dinner featuring:
    Brisket • Chicken • Cheesy Potatoes • Green Beans • Taco Salad • Pasta Salad • Oreo Fluff

    🎶 Live Entertainment by Kenni Falls
    💃 Followed by a lively DJ dance party to keep the celebration going!

    🥂 Midnight Champagne Toast — our treat!

    Come toast to new beginnings in style and enjoy a warm, festive atmosphere at The Courtyard.
    Seating is limited — reserve your spot today!! 515-370-2292

    https://square.link/u/HRIJ4Fb5?src=sheet

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  • New Year's Day Buffett

    New Year's Day Buffett

    January 1, 2026
    Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino, 777 Wild Rose Rd, Jefferson, IA 50129

    Lucky's New Year's Buffet

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  • Studio Tuesday @ Elliott Art Studio

    Studio Tuesday @ Elliott Art Studio

    January 6, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Elliott Art Studio, 113 S Chestnut St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Songwriting Class

    Songwriting Class

    January 8, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Elliott Art Studio, 113 S Chestnut St, Jefferson, IA 50129

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  • Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    January 8, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Lucky's Sports Grill, 777 Wild Rose Rd, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    🧠✨ Trivia Night Thursdays! ✨🧠
    Put your knowledge to the test with Woody’s Trivia, every Thursday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Teams are organized by table, so just grab a seat and join the fun!
    🍗 Thursday Night Specials:
    – 75¢ bone-in wings
    – $4 tall boys 🍺
    The perfect mix of food, drinks, and friendly competition — see you Thursday! 🙌

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  • Cocoa and Canvas Workshop

    Cocoa and Canvas Workshop

    January 10, 2026  11:30 am - 1:00 pm
    Jefferson Public Library, 200 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Live Online Plant Sale

    Live Online Plant Sale

    January 10, 2026  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Facebook

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  • Snow Spectacular Stem Station

    Snow Spectacular Stem Station

    January 12, 2026  2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
    Jefferson Public Library, 200 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Community Theatre Auditions

    Greene County Community Theatre Auditions

    January 12, 2026  6:30 pm - January 13, 2026  8:00 pm
    Masonic Temple, 120 N Wilson Ave, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Community Theatre Auditions

    Greene County Community Theatre Auditions

    January 12, 2026  6:30 pm - January 13, 2026  8:00 pm
    Masonic Temple, 120 N Wilson Ave, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Ink Society Writing Club

    Ink Society Writing Club

    January 14, 2026  6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Jefferson Public Library, 200 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Making it Ugly: Bad Art Class

    Making it Ugly: Bad Art Class

    January 15, 2026  4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Jefferson Public Library, 200 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Collaging Workshop

    Collaging Workshop

    January 15, 2026  5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Warm Wishes, 200 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    January 15, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Lucky's Sports Grill, 777 Wild Rose Rd, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    🧠✨ Trivia Night Thursdays! ✨🧠
    Put your knowledge to the test with Woody’s Trivia, every Thursday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Teams are organized by table, so just grab a seat and join the fun!
    🍗 Thursday Night Specials:
    – 75¢ bone-in wings
    – $4 tall boys 🍺
    The perfect mix of food, drinks, and friendly competition — see you Thursday! 🙌

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  • Kenni Falls @ The Courtyard

    Kenni Falls @ The Courtyard

    January 16, 2026
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    Join us for an unforgettable night of music and inspiration with Kenni Falls, a remarkable solo artist whose voice carries both the weight of her journey and the light of her resilience.
    Having faced and overcome life-changing challenges, Kenni has transformed her experiences into soul-stirring melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Her music isn’t just heard — it’s felt — touching hearts, lifting spirits, and reminding us all of the power of perseverance and hope.
    Come be inspired by songs that celebrate strength, healing, and the beauty of rising again.
    Call /txt ahead to reserve tables
    515-370-2292 

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  • Lasagna Meal Fundraiser

    Lasagna Meal Fundraiser

    January 18, 2026  11:00 am - 12:30 pm
    First United Methodist Church

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  • Picker's Circle

    Picker's Circle

    January 18, 2026  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    Gather ’round at Pickers Circle.
    Acoustic strings, heartfelt vocals, and a community that feels like home.
    Share a song, teach a riff, or just soak in the sound.
    Everyone’s welcome here!!!
    Feel free to bring a snack to share!!
    Whether you’re here to watch the game, enjoy a cocktail in a cozy atmosphere or want to join in or just listen to the Pickers Circle!! everyone is welcome!!

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  • Charcuterie Board Class

    Charcuterie Board Class

    January 22, 2026  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    Grab your friends and family and join us at The Courtyard Wedding & Event Center! Choose your design to create a customized, wood burned Charcuterie Board. You will also get to choose your stain color. Cost of this class is $65 and includes all supplies to make an 8"x20" sealed board. To register, use the ticket link, and then text Jolene at 515-370-2824 to discuss and pick your design

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  • Greene County Reads: An Evening with Author Heather Gudenkauf

    Greene County Reads: An Evening with Author Heather Gudenkauf

    January 22, 2026  6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Jefferson Public Library, 200 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    Please contact any library in Greene County for more information.

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  • Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    January 22, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Lucky's Sports Grill, 777 Wild Rose Rd, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    🧠✨ Trivia Night Thursdays! ✨🧠
    Put your knowledge to the test with Woody’s Trivia, every Thursday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Teams are organized by table, so just grab a seat and join the fun!
    🍗 Thursday Night Specials:
    – 75¢ bone-in wings
    – $4 tall boys 🍺
    The perfect mix of food, drinks, and friendly competition — see you Thursday! 🙌

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  • Java & Juice at Highland Medical

    Java & Juice at Highland Medical

    January 23, 2026  9:30 am - 10:00 am

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  • Posh Frosty @ The Stitch

    Posh Frosty @ The Stitch

    January 24, 2026
    The Stitch, 206 N Wilson Ave, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Ink Society Writing Club

    Ink Society Writing Club

    January 24, 2026  10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Jefferson Public Library, 200 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Watercolor Workshop

    Watercolor Workshop

    January 24, 2026  10:30 am - 12:00 pm
    Warm Wishes, 200 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    Join Hello Neighbor Art for this fun watercolor workshop. We will use a watercolor workbook and watercolor paints to practice brush strokes, color mixing, and water control. These steps will give you the tools you need to begin painting in your workbook during the workshop and beyond! Participants have a choice of watercolor book; please select one option when registering.
    Registration covers the purchase of the watercolor workbook, watercolor paints, and the class/instruction. Workshops are nonrefundable unless the class is cancelled by the instructor

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  • Brian Congdon in Concert

    Brian Congdon in Concert

    January 24, 2026  7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    The Courtyard Wedding and Events, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129

    https://www.facebook.com/events/1309918743758703?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22attachment%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22newsfeed%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

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  • Art in the Garden Project/Procreate

    Art in the Garden Project/Procreate

    January 25, 2026

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  • Candle Making and Macrame Workshop

    Candle Making and Macrame Workshop

    January 28, 2026  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Warm Wishes, 200 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    Trivia @ Lucky's @ Wild Rose Casino

    January 29, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Lucky's Sports Grill, 777 Wild Rose Rd, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    🧠✨ Trivia Night Thursdays! ✨🧠
    Put your knowledge to the test with Woody’s Trivia, every Thursday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Teams are organized by table, so just grab a seat and join the fun!
    🍗 Thursday Night Specials:
    – 75¢ bone-in wings
    – $4 tall boys 🍺
    The perfect mix of food, drinks, and friendly competition — see you Thursday! 🙌

    See more details

  • Mixology @ The Courtyard

    Mixology @ The Courtyard

    January 29, 2026  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Art Exhibition: Tony Sims and Middle of Nowhere Studios

    Art Exhibition: Tony Sims and Middle of Nowhere Studios

    January 30, 2026  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Art of Aries Studios, 112 S Wilson Ave, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Blackout Poetry Meets Mixed Media

    Blackout Poetry Meets Mixed Media

    January 31, 2026  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    116 N. Wilson, Suite A, Jefferson, IA

    In this workshop, you will discover the magic of transforming everyday book pages into artwork that speaks from the soul. Abby & Jolene have collaborated to bring you a 2 part workshop. We will be exploring black out poetry where hidden phrases are uncovered revealing your own poetic voice. Then we will use this to collage onto a canvas or journal cover using other papers and mediums. No prior experience in writing, poetry or art needed. This is a class all about freedom, discovery and joyful mess making. The cost for this class is $40 and includes all supplies. To register, use the ticket link provided. If you have questions, reach out to Jolene at 515-370-2824. Everyone is Welcome to join us!

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  • Live Music @ The Courtyard by Josh and Lysh

    Live Music @ The Courtyard by Josh and Lysh

    January 31, 2026  7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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