Recovery Update

• Two wrestling camps are coming to Nodaway Valley High School this week, giving students in grades 1–12 a chance to train with standout collegiate athletes and state champs. Camps run July 2 and 3 from 10 AM to 2 PM, with hands-on instruction, live wrestling, and Q&A—$30 per camp with discounts for attending both.

• The Greenfield Volunteer Fire Department Foundation is raffling off a 2025 Polaris Ranger XP1000 Premium, with the winner to be drawn on October 11. You do not need to be present to win. Proceeds from the raffle will support the rebuilding of the Greenfield Volunteer Fire Department station. Tickets are available here:  Greenfield Volunteer Fire Department Foundation UTV Raffle 2025

• There is so much summer programming for youth this summer, please pages 36-37 (online or on Facebook).

Tonight and this weekend:

• Nodaway Valley baseball and softball teams take on Wayne at home tonight. JV games begin at 5:30 PM, followed by varsity softball at 7:00 PM and baseball at 7:30 PM. 

• The Grand Theatre is showing the movie Karate Kid Legend through Sunday, June 29th, with evening shows at 7 PM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, a Saturday Special Needs Movie at 4 PM, and a Sunday Matinee at 2 PM, with doors opening one hour before the start of each movie.

• Saturday, June 28 is the Tom Anderson Memorial Big Cup Golf Tournament at the Greenfield Golf & Country Club. 

• Head to Lake Greenfield tomorrow from 4–7 p.m. Enjoy grilled food and yard games in a relaxed lakeside setting; just bring a chair and a friend, no RSVP necessary.

• "Light Up the Lake" will take place at Mormon Trail from 8 PM to 10 PM tomorrow night, featuring a glow paddle and boat races starting at 8:30 PM, with a prize for the best decorated watercraft.

• Southwest Iowa's own, Jason Erickson Reed, will play at Bloodline Irish Pub from 8:00 to 11:00 PM on Saturday - he's always great, check it out! 

• Greenfield United Methodist invites you to join for Church in the Park, the service begins at 10 AM at Greenfield City Park (corner of NE Grant and NE 2nd), offering music, discussion, prayer, scripture, and worship for all ages, followed by a free lunch of burgers, chips, dessert, and drink at 11 AM; attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket and a friend.

• On Sunday, Art in the Park will be held at the North Shelter House at Mormon Trail, offering a family-friendly crafting event where participants can paint wooden cookie masterpieces or make wild animal masks.

• The Upcoming Good News Concert this Sunday, June 29 will feature Doc McCauley, Trent Buckner, and Gary Freeland at The Gathering Place at 5 PM, it will be a great show. 

The week ahead, June 30-July 4:

• A free running camp for 5th-12th graders, covering running basics, stretching, nutrition, safety tips, core work, dynamic drills, speed development, mid to long distances, and running games. It runs from June 30th to July 2nd, 9 AM - 11 AM daily, at O-M School in Orient.

• Crafternoons take place on Mondays from 2:00-3:00 PM at Greenfield Public Library from June 2nd to July 14th.

• The Wolverines hit the road on Monday, vs. MTSM at Martensdale-St Marys.Softball JV plays at 5:30 PM, Varsity at 7:00 PM. Baseball: JV plays at 5:30 PM, Varsity at 7:30 PM.

• Nodaway Valley Wolverines are in action on Tuesday  at Central Decatur. Varsity softball plays at 5:30 PM and baseball at 5:00 PM at Central Decatur.

• Youth Theater Camp deadline is Monday.  "The School for Spies," an original musical adventure presented by Footlitters Traveling Playhouse for aspiring performers ages 7-18. Camp will be held daily from July 21st to July 25th, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Warren Cultural Center. Public performance on Friday, July 25th, at 6:30 PM (admission is free with a freewill donation). Registration is required by Monday, June 30th. Forms are available at warrenculturalcenter.com/events, Ed & Eva's, or the Warren Cultural Center.

• Catch free summer movies at The Grand Theatre starting at 2:00 PM—kicking off July 1 with The Minecraft Movie!

• The Fontanelle Public Library’s new Book Club kicks off Tuesday, July 1 at 2:30 PM, offering a monthly gathering to discuss books, build connections, and explore new authors in a fun, welcoming setting.

• This summer Family Game Afternoon will take place on Tuesdays from 4:00–5:00 PM at Greenfield Public Library.

• On Tuesday, July 1, the Wolverines hit the road to face Southeast Warren, with JV baseball at 5:30 PM, varsity baseball at 7:00 PM, and varsity softball at 7:15 PM.

• Nodaway Valley High School is hosting two wrestling camps on July 2nd and 3rd, from 10 AM to 2 PM, offering students in grades 1-12 the opportunity to train with collegiate and state champion athletes through hands-on instruction, live wrestling, and Q&A sessions; each camp costs $30, with a discount for attending both.

• Story Time takes place at the Greenfield Public Library every Wednesday at 10:15 AM. Join the library staff in the Junior Room for 15–20 minutes of stories and songs, followed by a craft and free play.

• Kids Book Club will be meeting Wednesday, June 5 at 4:00 PM at Greenfield Public Library to discuss The Wild Robot by Peter Brown.

• Chamber/Main Street's monthly Networking Luncheon on Thursday, July 3 at City Hall at 12:00 PM to connect with others, share ideas, and stay engaged in community efforts.

• Poké Club meets from 4:30–5:30 PM at the Greenfield Public Library—come play the Pokémon card game and enjoy themed activities on the first Thursday of each month.

• Every Thursday The Weave Craft Club gathers at the Greenfield Public Library from 4:30–6:00 PM. All fiber artists are welcome—knitters, crocheters, weavers, and more.

• Show off your creativity at the Chalk Art Contest during the Farmers Market from 4:30–6:00 PM—open to ages 3 and up with a “Summer Fun” theme; register on-site.

• The Square Farmers Market is every Thursday this summer from 4:30-6:30 PM. 

• Cheer on the Wolverines as they take on Southwest Valley, with JV baseball at 5:30 PM and varsity at 7:00 PM in Corning.

• Pizza on the Prairie is held every Friday at the Wallace Farm near Orient. Join the fun and great food from 5–9 PM at the Wallace Centers of Iowa in Orient. Enjoy brick oven pizza, live music, garden-fresh sides, and a sunset on the prairie—bring your own lawn chair and settle in for a great time.

Friday, July 4 - Back with a Bang - Indepence Day celebration: 

• 8:00 AM: Firecracker Fun Run at Lake Greenfield (donation to NV Cross Country).

• 10:00 AM: Parade (lineup on West Iowa Street, headed east).

• Kids Parade first, followed by the Color Guard.

• Kids Parade forms on West Iowa between West 2nd and West 3rd Street.

• Following the Parade (on Greenfield Square): Ag4ALL interactive farm and ag activities. Kids' Firemen Water Fights. FREE Inflatables: Giant slide, obstacle course, laser tag, Jurassic Island Combo, Laser Tag Maze, Meltdown, Tidal Wave Slide, Soccer Darts, and the Lions Club Bounce House. Contests, Games, and Kids' Crafts. Live caricature artist.

• 1:00 PM: Headline performer Laura Ernst with Kinetic Entertainment (acrobatic feats, juggling, aerial fabric stunts) on the stage.

• 2:00 PM: "100 Years of Celebrating Independence Day" by Cumberland Rose Players & The Sidey Collection at the Warren Cultural Center (free will donation).

• 3:00 PM: Movie Matinee at the Grand Theatre.

• Throughout the day: Food vendors, local restaurants, and shops open.

• Pinball Tournament at The Ghost Quarter (266 Public Square): $5 Entry, Sign-up: Until 12:00 PM and tournament Starts: 1:00 PM. Prize: Custom pinball art for 1st place, bonus prize for top score. Bounty Challenge: Beat high scores on Godzilla (374,561,920) and JAWS (173,340,600) for cash.

• Greenfield Pool: Games: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Chalk, Water balloon Toss, Water Gun Fight, Ring Scavenger Hunt, Water Bottle Search, Water Race). Swim Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.

Saturday, July 5, Lake Fest at Lake Greenfield

• 3:00 PM: Sand Volleyball Tournament.

• 4:00 PM: Disc Golf Tournament and Demonstrations.

• 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: BINGO & Bounce House.

• 5:00 PM - Until Dusk: Mechanical Bull, Face Painting, Balloon Art, Play on your own YARD GAMES.

• 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Live Music by Matthew Kane & The Band Greenbrier (country, southern rock classics, original songs).

• FIREWORKS AT DARK, over Lake Greenfield

• All Evening: Food, Drinks, Games, and Fun.

Next Weekend - July 5-6

• On Saturday, July 5, join “Let’s Learn to Sew” at Greenfield Mercantile from 10:00 AM to noon and make your own jar opener, perfect for beginners.

• Sing your heart out at Karaoke Night at Greenfield Bowl, happening from 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM on Saturday, July 5.

• Don’t miss the next Good News Concert at The Gathering Place on Sunday, July 6 at 5:00 PM, featuring the True Love Gospel Quartet.

More Recovery Updates:

• Lost Photos? Photos recovered after the May 21 tornado are now available at the Greenfield Public Library. They are stored in labeled brown paper bags, and a binder with copies of the images is available for easy browsing.

Adair County Pantry Hours: 

• Gathering Place (hygiene items, cleaning supplies, baby diapers): Tuesdays: 4:00–5:00 PM, Wednesdays: 10:00–11:00 AM, Thursdays: 5:00–6:00 PM. Contact Jennifer 641-745-5904 or Iris 641-221-0651 if you need an appointment. \

• Methodist Church Food Pantry: Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:30.

• MATURA: Regular hours, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, or by appointment.

• Mobile Food Pantry - first Monday, Orient Methodist Church

Mental Health Support: 

• Erin Knauer, LISW – Silver Lining Counseling: Call or text 641-745-9530

• Johanna Hesseltine, ARNP, PMHNP-BC – Available Fridays at Adair County Health System: 641-743-6189

• Linsey Miller, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, NP-C -  641-743-6189

• Crossroads, Susan R. Tridle, LMHC, CADC, 641-782-8457, crossroadsbhs.org

• Senior Life Solutions, 641-743-7202

• Project Recovery Iowa – Offering free mental health support. Visit their website to learn more or apply for assistance.

Health and Wellness: 

• Adair County Health System:Greenfield Clinic – Open Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Call 641-743-6189 to schedule an appointment.

• Hospital Meal Delivery – Greenfield residents can receive meal deliveries from ACHS Dietary Services. Call 641-743-2123 for details or to sign up.

• Rock Valley Physical Therapy – Temporarily operating at the Adair County Fitness Center. For appointments, call 641-743-7259.

• Adair County Public Health – call 641-743-6173 to schedule a same-day appointment. 

Job Opportunities: 

Currently has openings: 

• ACHS is hiring. 

• Care Initiatives Hospice is hiring! 

• Bloodline Irish Pub is hiring! 

Links to jobs pages: 

• Nodaway Valley Community School District:  Jobs | Nodaway Valley Community School District

• Adair County Health System:  ACHS Careers

• Schildberg Construction:  Employment - Iowa | Schildberg Construction

• Cardinal:  Careers | Cardinal Glass Industries

• Care Initiatives Hospice:  Job Board | Care Initiatives Hospice

• Fareway:  Careers | Fareway Jobs | Fareway

• Casey's:  Store Positions | Casey's

• Care Initiatives:  Greenfield Hospice - Care Initiatives

Real Estate Listings: 

• 50849, IA Real Estate & Homes for Sale | realtor.com®

• Greenfield IA Single Family Homes For Sale - 5 Homes | Zillow

Please don't hesitate to reach out with questions, michelleggcf@gmail.com or 515-313-3706.