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October 2025

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  • Faith and Four Letter Words

    Faith and Four Letter Words

    October 1, 2025
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 1, 2025  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    October 2, 2025  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    various locations in Boone, Greene, and Guthrie counties

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  • Java and Juice @ Greene Co. Medical Center

    Java and Juice @ Greene Co. Medical Center

    October 3, 2025  9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Greene County Medical Center, 1000 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 4, 2025  9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Macrame Ghost Workshop

    Macrame Ghost Workshop

    October 4, 2025  10:30 am - 12:30 pm
    Warm Wishes, 200 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • TJG Concert fundraiser and silent auction

    TJG Concert fundraiser and silent auction

    October 5, 2025  5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Thomas Jefferson Gardens of Greene County, 201 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Studio Tuesday @ Elliott Art Studio

    Studio Tuesday @ Elliott Art Studio

    October 7, 2025  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Elliott Art Studio, 113 S Chestnut St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 8, 2025  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Quilting Workshop with Cindy Adamson

    Quilting Workshop with Cindy Adamson

    October 8, 2025  1:00 pm - October 10, 2025  3:00 pm
    Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, 104 W Washington St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Wednesday Wine And Pumpkin Time

    Wednesday Wine And Pumpkin Time

    October 8, 2025  5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

    Bring your friends and family and join us for an evening of FUN including FREE wine tasting! These pumpkins would make a great addition to your holiday decor! Cost is $40 which includes enough yarn to make a large pumpkin, OR 2-3 smaller pumpkins and various embellishments including stem, leaves, tags, jute, etc. Register soon to get your first color choice. Deadline to register is Oct. 1. You can also add an additional skein (1-3 pumpkins including embellishments) for $20. Wine Tasting & Happy Hour starts at 5:30. Class will begin at 6:00 pm.

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  • Quilting Workshop with Cindy Adamson

    Quilting Workshop with Cindy Adamson

    October 8, 2025  1:00 pm - October 10, 2025  3:00 pm
    Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, 104 W Washington St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Food Truck: Hey Rosie Creperie N' Sips

    Food Truck: Hey Rosie Creperie N' Sips

    October 9, 2025  7:00 am - 1:30 pm
    Greene County Medical Center, 1000 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    October 9, 2025  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    various locations in Boone, Greene, and Guthrie counties

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  • Quilting Workshop with Cindy Adamson

    Quilting Workshop with Cindy Adamson

    October 8, 2025  1:00 pm - October 10, 2025  3:00 pm
    Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, 104 W Washington St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Java and Juice @ the Stitch

    Java and Juice @ the Stitch

    October 10, 2025  9:30 am - 10:00 am
    The Stitch, 206 N Wilson Ave, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 11, 2025  9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Pressed Floral Pumpkin Class

    Pressed Floral Pumpkin Class

    October 14, 2025  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    120 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 15, 2025  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    October 16, 2025  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    various locations in Boone, Greene, and Guthrie counties

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  • Java and Juice: Cobblestone Hotel and Suites

    Java and Juice: Cobblestone Hotel and Suites

    October 17, 2025  9:30 am - 10:00 am
    771 Wild Rose Rd, Jefferson, IA 50129

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 18, 2025  9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Kenni Falls in Concert

    Kenni Falls in Concert

    October 18, 2025  6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    The Courtyard Wedding & Events Jefferson, 214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Spring Lake Park: Celebrating 100 Years

    Spring Lake Park: Celebrating 100 Years

    October 19, 2025  2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Food Truck: Best Spudz @ Medical Center

    Food Truck: Best Spudz @ Medical Center

    October 21, 2025  11:00 am - 1:30 pm
    Greene County Medical Center, 1000 W Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 22, 2025  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    Master Conservationist with ISU Extension

    October 23, 2025  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
    various locations in Boone, Greene, and Guthrie counties

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  • The Stitch's Fall Retreat

    The Stitch's Fall Retreat

    October 24, 2025 - October 26, 2025  
    Clover Hall, Greene County Fair Association, 601 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Java and Juice: Rotary Club, @ Jefferson Comm. Golf Course

    Java and Juice: Rotary Club, @ Jefferson Comm. Golf Course

    October 24, 2025  9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Jefferson Community Golf Course, 501 Greenewood Rd, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • The Stitch's Fall Retreat

    The Stitch's Fall Retreat

    October 24, 2025 - October 26, 2025  
    Clover Hall, Greene County Fair Association, 601 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 25, 2025  9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • The Stitch's Fall Retreat

    The Stitch's Fall Retreat

    October 24, 2025 - October 26, 2025  
    Clover Hall, Greene County Fair Association, 601 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Pickers Circle @ The Courtyard

    Pickers Circle @ The Courtyard

    October 26, 2025  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    214 E State St, Jefferson, IA 50129

    Musicians and Singers:  this is your opportunity to join other musicians and singers for a monthly Pickers Circle which will be led by Trisha Bauer and Kenni Falls.
    The Courtyard will be open with drink specials so whether you want to enjoy a cocktail on the patio or listen and join in the Pickers Circle fun- all are welcome!!!
    Snacks and food are welcome to be brought in
    Please, no outside beverages due to Liqour license restrictions. We want to keep providing public events when we don’t have rentals. Thank you.
    Questions can be texted or called to 515–370–2292. Ask for Shirley.

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  • Trick or Treat @ The Gardens

    Trick or Treat @ The Gardens

    October 26, 2025  2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    1000 W Washington St, Jefferson, IA 50129

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  • Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    Greene County Historical Museum: Open

    October 29, 2025  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Greene County Historical Society, 219 E Lincoln Way, Jefferson, IA 50129, USA

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  • Spook the Loop

    Spook the Loop

    October 30, 2025  4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

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  • Java and Juice: Home State Bank

    Java and Juice: Home State Bank

    October 31, 2025  9:30 am - 10:00 am
    Home State Bank

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  • Trick or Treat in Jefferson

    Trick or Treat in Jefferson

    October 31, 2025  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Murphy Farm Meats – Jefferson Wants You Incentive Fund New Start-up Grant

A new business in Jefferson has been awarded $5,000 in Jefferson Wants You Incentive Funds for a new start up. Murphy Farm Meats, LLC is owned by Dennis and Terry Murphy of rural Jefferson. The new butcher shop will be located at 201 W Washington in Jefferson. A retail area for fresh meat cuts will […]

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Jefferson Public Library July New Book List

Jefferson Public Library announces new books for July 2023. Check out the list here July New Book List

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CHiRP – Jefferson Wants You Incentive Fund New Start-up Grant

A new business in Jefferson has been awarded $5,000 in Jefferson Wants You Incentive Funds for a new start-up.  CHiRP Coffee is a partnership of four long-time friends with their last names making up the name of the business – Rona Challen, Shannon Hansen, Terri Renwanz and Carrie Peters.  Their vision statement is ,“To simply […]

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