Upcoming Events 2010
March 28, 2010 - Journey to the Cross sponsored by the Zion Lutheran Church of Manning. Join church members for a sensory learning experience that covers the Passion story. Take a walking Journey with yourPassport in hand and be transported back to the time of Christ. You are encouraged to make an appointment to avoid a wait for your Jouney to begin. All ages and denominations invited. Contact us at journeytothecross@hotmail.com or call 712-655-2352.
April 3, 2010 - The Easter Bunny is Coming to Town! Bring the kids to the front steps of the Manning Plaza between 10 - 11:30 am on Saturday, April 3rd to visit with the Easter Bunny and recieve special treats. Sponsored by Lambda Eta sorority.
April 21, 2010 - Working Woman's Day Appreciation Luncheon sponsored by the Manning Chamber. Show your appreciation by treating that hard working female employee in your office to a noon luncheon and entertainment at the American Legion Hall (11:00 & 12:00 shifts available).
June 19, 2010 - Kinderfest – Manning’s 127th annual tradition will be held on Father's Day weekend. It is believed to be the oldest heritage celebration in Iowa. This festival provides a day of good old-fashioned family fun for children of all ages! The day is highlighted by an annual parade of children and traditional king and queen contests. The city park overflows with games, contests, rides, foods, Bill Riley Talent Show, Fire Department water fights, 5K Fun Run, musical entertainment, teen dance, and culminates with a dazzling fireworks display at dusk. All-day wrist bands are available for the blow-up rides. Call 655-2176 for more details.
June 18, 19 & 20, 2010 – Manning All-School Reunion – Come celebrate the school legacy of the Manning Bulldogs and welcome in the IKM-Manning Wolves.
June 27, 2010 – 8th Annual Midwest Old Iron Tractor Ride and Fun Day
Great Western Park, southwest edge of Manning
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Great Western Park with the drive starting at 9:30 am. Following the 20 to 25 mile tractor ride, lunch and a variety of activities for the whole family will be enjoyed at the Great Western Park. Tractors 1960 and older may participate. Contact Old Iron members Merlyn Irlbeck at (712) 653-3029, Allen Ehlers at (712) 655-3904, or Lonnie Ferneding at (712) 653-2239 for details.
August 6 & 7, 2010 – 8th Annual Hwy 141 Garage Sale - The Hwy 141 garage sale will stretch nearly 100 miles between the communities of Grimes and Manilla. Manning's annual city-wide garage sales will take place Aug. 6 & 7 in conjunction with the Hwy. 141 event. Manning features craft stands, farmer's market, concession stands and a flea market in the city park. Visit www.141sale.com for more information. To register your sale or make inquiries, contact the Manning Chamber @ 712-655-3541.
August 14, 2010 – 26th Annual Show & Shine Car Show - This classic car show draws over 100 early - to - late model cars and pickups to Main Street Manning. Music, food and "car talk" fills the street. Registration begins at 9AM with judging of the 29 classes from 1-4PM. Food stands, sidewalk sales, and musical entertainment offer fun for the whole family. Call 655-3541 for more information about the car show.
November 26, 2010 - Weihnachtsfest - Manning's 24th annual festival will open with traditional ceremony Friday evening featuring a lighted parade, mass lighting of Main Street, festival of trees, fireworks, holiday music, the arrival of Santa Claus and special children's activities. Call 655-2534 for details. Holiday events continue through the weekend, providing special holiday events for all ages and the Christmas Walk through the City Park with beautiful lighted displays. Other lighted Christmas displays include Ohde Funeral Home on First Street and Merlyn Irlbeck’s residence one-half mile south of the east edge of Manning.
Dec. 5, 2010 - Advent by Candlelight – This annual Christmas tradition is open to the public and held at the Zion Lutheran Church in South Manning. Seating is limited. The event features decorated tables, desserts and holiday entertainment.
