Archive - 2013

Date

March 26th

Public invited to March 27 session on North Liberty improvements

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 8:02pm

NORTH LIBERTY– North Liberty officials and project engineers will be available during an open house to help residents understand the impact of upcoming road construction. The open house is scheduled from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, at the North Liberty Community Center, 520 W. Cherry St. Residents can come and go at any time.


City offices to hold holiday hours this week

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 8:01pm

NORTH LIBERTY– On Friday, March 29, city offices and the North Liberty Community Library are closed for the weekend holiday. The North Liberty Recreation Center will be open from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday, March 29.
On Saturday, March 30, the library will be open from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., and the recreation center will be open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. All city facilities are closed Sunday, March 31. Normal hours resume on Monday, April 1.


CCA takes on super search

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 8:00pm
Board on a tight schedule to replace Dr. Denise Schares
By
Chris Umscheid

AMANA– They knew it wouldn’t be easy to replace superintendent Dr. Denise Schares, but the Clear Creek Amana (CCA) school board truly had their work cut out for them as they met with the search firm recently. The meeting with Dr. Gaylord Tryon, president and founder of G. Tryon and Associates, came toward the end of the board’s regular monthly meeting Wednesday, March 13.


Soon, a new chapter in library’s history

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 7:58pm
By
Lori Lindner

Ryan Humphrey, Ashlyn Wheery, Katelyn Humphrey and Haydon Wheery enjoy a “crafternoon” at the North Liberty Community Library on March 12. Behind them, the particle board partition separates the existing library from the new 11,000 square foot expansion that is currently under construction. The new section of the library is expected to be open to the public in May. (photo by Lori Lindner)


Solon Lady Spartans tackle indoor meets

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 7:50pm
By
Joe Wilkinson

A cold, snowy March has made indoor track meets a popular venue. Though events and entries are limited with shorter tracks and limited space, they provide a good look for coaches and athletes ahead of the end-of-March through May outdoor season.
Through three indoor meets, Solon’s girls are providing some of the answers. Still, with spring break taking away a large share of the team… and this week’s first outdoor meet cancelled, there are plenty of questions.


Meal and a Movie to feature “Lincoln” March 29

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 7:49pm

SOLON– “Lincoln,” the movie that won two Academy Awards, is the featured film for the Meal and a Movie, Friday, March 29, at 11 a.m. at the Solon Public Library. Daniel Day-Lewis, who received Best Actor Award, and Sally Field star. Lincoln’s favorite meal, chicken and apple pie, catered by Lori, will comprise the meal. Call 624-2710 or sign up at Old Gold Dining.


Shueyville UMC men’s pancake supper April 12

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 7:48pm

SHUEYVILLE– The Shueyville United Methodist men’s pancake supper will be held Friday, April 12, from 5 until 7 p.m.
The public is invited to enjoy good food and fellowship with friends.
All-you-can eat supper includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, hash browns
and beverage. This supper is used to support mission activities both at home and around the world. Adults $6, Ages three through12 $3, under three free.


Solon School News

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 7:47pm

Upcoming dates

Monday, March 25: classes resume
Friday, March 29: No school. Professional development (Good Friday).

Kindergarten round-up April 5

Please save the date of April 5 if you have a future kindergartener coming to Solon Community School District during Fall 2013. Children must turn 5 by Sept. 15 to be eligible to enroll in kindergarten. You will need to go to the Solon School District website and follow the directions below.
Please go to our website: www.solon.k12.ia.us.
1. Click on the Lakeview link at the top of the district home page.


Solon Public Library

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 7:45pm

March Storytime

Storytime is a program every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for children ages two through five, featuring stories, songs and rhymes followed by a craft. Younger siblings are also welcome to attend. Until a new youth services librarian has been hired, we will have a special guest Storytime leader, Debb Green.

Recent Fiction Arrivals

(2013 releases from popular authors):

“A Week in Winter” by Maeve Binchy.
“Hit Me” by Lawrence Block.
“The Power Trip” by Jackie Collins.
“Deadly Stakes” by J.A. Jance.
“Suspicions” by Lisa Jackson.


Ecumenical Easter service Sunday near Ely

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 7:42pm

ELY– An Ecumenical Easter Sunrise service will be held Sunday, March 31, at 6:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church near Ely, 11100 Spanish Rd. A light breakfast will follow the service.