LOCAL NOTES Enjoy ‘Taste of Charles City,’ Chamber auction

LOCAL NOTES

Enjoy ‘Taste of Charles City,’ Chamber auction

The Charles City Area Chamber of Commerce will host “A Taste of Charles City” on Wednesday, Oct. 28, during its annual meeting and auction event from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Columbus Club … and the general public is invited.

Five local restaurants and caterers will be set up to showcase and offer tastings of a variety of appetizers, desserts, soups and specialty items.

In addition, a silent auction will take place until 7 p.m. featuring a wide assortment of items and gift baskets donated by Chamber member businesses. Enjoy socializing and networking with Chamber members, a photo scavenger hunt and more. There will also be an opportunity to meet the outgoing and incoming Chamber Board members, new Chamber Board President Eric Miller and the Charles City Ambassadors. Tickets are $20 each and available at the Chamber office at 401 North Main St., or at the door the night of the event. For more information, please call (641) 228-4234, e-mail info@charlescitychamber.com or visit the website at charlescitychamber. com.

Trunk or Treat planned at Gospel

Lighthouse Church

Gospel Lighthouse Church in Floyd will be hosting a Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 6-7 p.m. The funfi lled event is free to children of all ages.

Love and Respect Marriage Retreat planned for Oct. 30

To receive information about registering for this years Fall Marriage Retreat, which will focus on “Developing A Loving and Respectful Marriage,” please contact the Charles City Evangelical Free Church Office at 641-228-2780.

The retreat will be held on Friday evening Oct. 30. The Retreat is held at Rock River Retreat Center near Webster City.

Senior citizens invited to enjoy bowling in CC

Senior Citizens 50 years old and older are invited to come bowling for exercise and fun every Tuesday and Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Comet Bowl in Charles City. Bowl as many games as desired.

If interested, contact Lorna Olson at 641-228-1595 or Darlyce Zimmer at 641-3982277.