Join the library for family fun, story time, crafts, and snacks at the Third Thursdays event at the Tarkio Library at 10:00 a.m. Thursdays, September 18, October 16, November 20, and December 18. Each event will feature a seasonal theme made for all ages. These programs are for children up to 4 years of age Continue Reading »
Join the Atchison County Library for family fun, story time, crafts, and snacks at the Third Thursdays event at the Tarkio Library at 10:00 a.m. Thursdays, October 16, November 20, and December 18. Each event will feature a seasonal theme made for all ages. These programs are for children up to 4 years of age Continue Reading »
The Atchison County Library welcomes everyone to their upcoming author visits in two Speaker Series presentations. Barbara Cochran, author of “My Heart in Rhyme” and “The Yesteryears,” will be at the Tarkio Library Thursday, October 23, at 6:00 p.m. Barbara is from Maryville, Missouri, and has written poetry since she was seven years old in Continue Reading »
Keep Your Keys offers a free, 30-minute driver safety course that educates people age 55 and older on how to stay medically and physically fit to drive, preparing for driving retirement, navigating new roadways, and staying safe while on the road. The event will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, October 27, at the Atchison County Continue Reading »
Join the Tarkio Nutrition Center for an engaging and informative “Coffee with the Sheriff” event, happening bright and early at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 28, 2025. This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with Atchison County Sheriff Andy Riley in a relaxed, informal setting. Come share your thoughts, ask questions about community safety, and Continue Reading »
Citizens Bank & Trust will host its 50th annual Halloween Parade Friday, October 31. Registration begins at 4:00 p.m. with the parade starting at 4:30 p.m. There will be five categories: (1) birth through 2 years, (2) 3 years through kindergarten, (3) 1st and 2nd grade, (4) 3rd through 5th grade, and (5) junior high, Continue Reading »
The Fairfax Optimist Club is gearing up for this year’s Halloween Trunk-or-Treat In The Park Friday, October 31, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Pictures of all the kids dressed in their costumes will be taken on the stage at 5:30 p.m. Come grab some goodies from the trunks of decorated cars at the bottom of Continue Reading »
The Fairfax Optimist Club is gearing up for this year’s Halloween Trunk-or-Treat In The Park Friday, October 31, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Pictures of all the kids dressed in their costumes will be taken on the stage at 5:30 p.m. Come grab some goodies from the trunks of decorated cars at the bottom of Continue Reading »
The Fairfax First Presbyterian Church will sponsor a Trunk-or-Treat on Halloween, Friday, October 31, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m., in the church parking lot at 500 N. Broadway. (The event will be in the basement if there is bad weather.)
The Allen-Schiffern American Legion Post and Legion Auxiliary Unit #199 invite everyone to come enjoy their 59th annual turkey dinner from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 2, at the Tarkio Legion Building at 3rd and Broad streets in Tarkio, Missouri. Dine on a delicious turkey feast with all the sides for $10 (adults) Continue Reading »
The Atchison County Artisans group is hosting its fourth annual Holiday Makers Market at Tarkio Tech Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. This fun event provides an opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts made by local artisans. Past events have featured crocheted items, pottery, baked goods, wreaths, metalworking, embroidery, woodworking, and so Continue Reading »
The public is invited to attend the Ralph Greer American Legion Post’s Harvest Celebration soup supper Tuesday, November 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Atchison County Memorial Building, 417 S. Main, Rock Port, Missouri. Veterans may eat for free and free-will donations will be accepted for all other diners.
Join the center staff and patrons for a delicious Thanksgiving meal Tuesday, November 18, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dine on roasted turkey with all the fixings, mashed potatoes with gravy, green bean casserole, deviled eggs, pumpkin dessert, and roll.
Everyone is invited to attend the Tarkio/Westboro Community Thanksgiving Service at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, November 23, at St. John’s Lutheran Church west of Westboro, Missouri. Come worship God while counting your blessings this holiday season.