Top 4 Activities In Jasper County This Week

Damon Dotson in concert tonight at Elks Lodge
Damon Dotson will perform tonight at Newton Elks Lodge. Dotson will take the stage from 8 p.m to midnight as part of a charity barbecue sandwich supper and benefit concert.
Sandwiches will be available from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is a freewill donation with a minimum of $5.
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Prom Dress Drive/Giveaway scheduled for Saturday
It’s only March but it’s already prom season.
Girls wishing to donate or find a prom dress can do so at the Newton Senior High School’s first Prom Dress Drive on Saturday.
NHS teacher Kelly Tremel has organized the event to help collect and give away dresses to students in and around of Newton. The Prom Dress Drive/Giveaway will begin at 10 a.m. at the high school. During the day, girls can either donate or find a prom dress.
Although Tremel has been able to collect and distribute many dresses, she said she needs more to help as many students as she can. She also is looking for contributions of men’s formal wear, or dress shirts, pants, ties and suits to help the high school boys look great too during their prom.
To make a donation, people can contact Tremel at tremelk@newton.k12.ia.us or stop by the NHS office. All donations are accepted but Tremel stressed the need for current styles and garments in good condition.
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Go Green: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday
Watch out for leprechauns on Wednesday as the tiny lucky guys in green come out in full force for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations.
To have a taste of Irish fare, go to the Newton VFW. The VFW will be serving up a bit of blarney with free corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, from 3 to 8 p.m.
The event is open to the public.
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School Out Trips planned by YMCA
The Newton YMCA has activities planned for every day during Spring Break for youth ages 6 to 12.
On Monday, there will be a trip to Pump It Up. On Tuesday, the trip will be to Incredible Pizza for food, games, and go-karts. On Wednesday, participants will spend the day at the YMCA to enjoy swimming, a movie and lots of games. Thursday’s trip is a full day at the Science Center, complete with the IMAX. On Friday, March 19, the trip will feature a day at Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines. Fees for all trips include admission, lunch, snacks and a craft.
For more information, contact the YMCA at (641) 792-4006.