Hoping to travel to Norway someday? Want to connect with Norwegian friends or family in their native language? We've got you covered! Start your Norwegian-language learning or refresh stale language skills. During the eight-week session, we'll cover the basics of grammar and vocabulary to get you ready to connect with other Norwegian speakers. If you […]
Join us for Vesterheim’s online Level 3 course in the Norwegian language! We will cover chapters 10-12 of the Sett i gang textbook and will study additional vocabulary, gaining a deeper understanding of grammar. We will also discuss Norwegian culture and current events. We will enjoy small, active group conversations in one-hour weekly Zoom meetings. […]
Join beloved Vesterheim instructor Laura Berlage for a family journey into the wonderful world of needle felting. Laura will guide you through the tips and tricks needed to walk away with your very own little fox. Note: This program has been designed for families to experience on their own schedules. There is no live Zoom […]
Come hang out, browse, and find a little something new-to-you at the FREE Pop-Up Thrift Exchange! We’re bringing together Luther students and community members for an easygoing afternoon of swapping, connecting, and giving pre-loved things a second life. Democrats believe in bringing generations together and building strong connections across our community, and this is […]
Students are invited to start their forging journey in the new Vesterheim forge! Students will be introduced to the world of forging and metalwork by first learning the basics, including safety precautions to ensure a proper forging experience. Students will take home their own wall hooks that they make while learning the skills of metalwork.
Let's explore the concept of friluftsliv by spending time together celebrating the outdoors. We will connect with each other and nature through walks and activities, observations and explorations, and lots of fun – all outside! There will be time to relax and enjoy the beauty around us while also learning how to live in harmony […]
Whether you are learning for the first time or honing your skills, all are welcome to join! Join us for a creative after-school knitting and crocheting club led by local RSVP volunteers. You can expect two hours of unconfined imagination! The volunteers are there to help you and can answer any questions pertaining to knitting […]
Independent readers are welcome to join us in reading to some adorable four-legged friends. Our visitors are certifed therapy dogs (with their trainers), and are more than excited to see you!
Can’t make it to Storytime during the regular workday? Come to our weekly Tuesday Evening Storytime! We’ll read a few picture books and have a fun, goofy time. Feel free to stay after and enjoy the services the library provides for the entire family. The library closes at 7:00pm on Tuesdays. This event is open […]
Are you ready to learn woodcarving? Have you been learning woodcarving and ready to take your skills to another level? Here’s your opportunity to begin or continue your steps toward becoming a whittler. You’ll learn a variety of different types of carving from two experienced teachers. Discover all the different things you can make with […]
Join Decorah Public Library for an interactive storytime. Storytime will take place in the children's area of the library. No registration required. Sponsored by Friends of the Decorah Public Library. What you can expect: This will be an active program with about 20 minutes of stories, stretches, and rhymes followed by time and space for […]
Interested in spending time outside, exploring Decorah, and getting some miles on your bike? Join DPL and UpperExplorerland’s Biking School Bus for Biking Field Trips! During this four-week session, we’ll bike to a different location every Wednesday and do some outdoor exploration. Perfect for 4th-7th graders. Register at: https://www.decorahlibrary.org/events/biking-field-trips-fall-2026 Space is limited. Please register by […]
The Decorah Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a free, fun for all ages event, at the Decorah Butterfly Garden. Come out to the Decorah Butterfly Garden on Wednesday, September 2, at 4:30pm to learn about the Monarch butterfly’s life cycle and its amazing fall migration. We will be tagging Monarchs as citizen scientists for […]
Young students will enjoy starting their fiber arts journey at Vesterheim! Participants will be introduced to the unique properties of natural fibers, as well as to how they are used in traditional handcraft such as felting, knotwork, crochet, knitting, and weaving. These valuable skills can be taken with them wherever they go.
Learn to knit traditional Norwegian bunad socks in this online class designed for knitters interested in historic pattern work. Bunad socks are an essential part of Norway’s national folk costumes, known for their intricate textures, structured motifs, and timeless craftsmanship. In this course, you’ll discover the techniques used to create authentic patterning, including working with […]
Infants, toddlers, young children, and their caregivers are welcomed to join us at Decorah Public Library for group songs and movement, shaker-toys and scarves, and more! Free to participate, all abilities welcome. No registration required.
Nora Krug. Photo by Nina Subin Celebrate the start of a new academic year at Opening Convocation where we mark the beginning of the new year with an official welcoming of new students into the community. This year’s Opening Convocation speaker will be Nora Krug, author of the summer reading selection, Belonging: A German Reckons […]
Join us for a fun, unstructured play time for toddlers! Caregivers can enjoy a free cup of coffee while kids learn and play together. This program takes place right after CircleSong, a toddler and baby friendly music program.
Get a chance to explore the works of local artists during the Northeast Iowa Artists’ Studio Tour Preview! This show predates the tour in October, giving you a chance to scope out artists and studios beforehand! This year’s Studio Tour highlights 41 different artists across 31 studios. Meet the artists behind the works and get […]
Labor Day Weekend at Pulpit Rock Campground! Join us Saturday, September 5th for great food and live music! Gryo Palace Food Truck: 4:00pm - 8:00pm The Buck Hollow Band: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Bring your lawn chair and enjoy live music under the pavillion across from the campground office. Bring your family and friends, and join […]
Join us for a dining experience like no other! Enjoy a 4-course meal sure to delight your tastebuds as you take in the sights, sounds, and smells here at Tailwind Acres. We’re pleased to welcome Chef Jessica Baldus of Taste Restaurant back to our farm. Chef Jes marries the flavors of local foods in unique […]
We are turning our mezzanine area into a speakeasy! We will have a bartender upstairs, as well as DJ Alex Bodnar creating the perfect speakeasy atmosphere. Need outfit inspiration? Check out this board for ideas! https://www.pinterest.com/gabbyherbold/speakeasy-impact/?invite_code=c1e91362fcef4cac953800c0fe21ef24&sender=850054635824612683
The Music Department faculty will perform a recital in the Center for Faith and Life. The recital will begin at 4:00 p.m. Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel
Blank walls in your room? Not anymore! For the second year in a row, Poster Invasion is bringing thousands of posters to campus featuring everything from music, movies, TV shows, sports, nature, anime, travel, pop culture, inspirational art, and more. Whether you’re decorating your residence hall, apartment, Baker unit, or just looking for something fun, […]
Blank walls in your room? Not anymore! For the second year in a row, Poster Invasion is bringing thousands of posters to campus featuring everything from music, movies, TV shows, sports, nature, anime, travel, pop culture, inspirational art, and more. Whether you’re decorating your residence hall, apartment, Baker unit, or just looking for something fun, […]
Blank walls in your room? Not anymore! For the second year in a row, Poster Invasion is bringing thousands of posters to campus featuring everything from music, movies, TV shows, sports, nature, anime, travel, pop culture, inspirational art, and more. Whether you’re decorating your residence hall, apartment, Baker unit, or just looking for something fun, […]
Blank walls in your room? Not anymore! For the second year in a row, Poster Invasion is bringing thousands of posters to campus featuring everything from music, movies, TV shows, sports, nature, anime, travel, pop culture, inspirational art, and more. Whether you’re decorating your residence hall, apartment, Baker unit, or just looking for something fun, […]
Join us for a free movie at the library! The library will provide popcorn and juice boxes for this fun afternoon event. All ages are welcome but children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. September 8th at 1pm Decorah Public Library Mezzanine Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult Hoppers (PG): […]
No rehearsal. 4 performers. 1 script. White Rabbit Red Rabbit is an experimental solo play by Nassim Soleimanpour, in which a different actor performs an unseen script each night without rehearsal or director. Premiering in 2011, White Rabbit Red Rabbit has been translated into over 30 languages and performed more than 4,000 times worldwide. Performers: […]
Come support a local independent cinema that's playing a fun original independent movie! NIMRODS is playing all weekend at The Spring Grove Cinema, in Spring Grove MN. Nimrods is a coming-of-age punk rock road comedy about three teenage garage band friends who drive cross-country to Los Angeles, falsely believing they have been hired to open for […]
Join us for another Adult Recess series, hosted by Impact Coffee. This free event will feature cornhole! Format is as follows: -Must be age 21 or older to participate -Max of 2 players per team -Teams can be any combination of men and women Meet at Impact Coffee for a 5:00pm start time. Cornhole will […]
Acoustic music at the Turkey River Cultural Center in Ridgeway, Iowa (old elementary school). Beginners slow jam 11am - Noon. Potluck at noon. Regular jam 1-4 pm. New jammers are welcome! $5 donation appreciated. For more information contact Pat Carey at patcarey.trcc@gmail.com
Who: Kristen Amundson What: an afternoon celebrating her new book, The Grandparent Effect: Helping Children Thrive Through Love, Support, and Connection Where: Senior Citizen Hospitality Center When: Friday, 9/11 at 1:30pm Minnesota-born author Kristen Amundson will give an author presentation and Q&A session followed by a book signing on Friday, September 11th at 1:30pm at […]
Join blacksmith Andrew Townswick for a two-day introduction into the world of forging your own tools starting with a knife. Using High Carbon Steel, you will learn the basics of forging and heat treating that will allow you to continue on your own journey in blacksmithing and tool making after class. You will leave with […]
The Winneshiek County Recorder's Office is happy to announce Passport Saturday is BACK! Please join us on Saturday, September 12th from 9:00 AM until NOON. No appointment needed! We’ll process new passports, assist with renewals, and provide passport photos on site. Winneshiek County Courthouse, 201 W. Main St., Decorah (Enter through Court Street entrance – […]
Calling all dog lovers! Join Decorah Parks & Recreation for a PAWSITIVE morning in the park as we celebrate our four-legged friends and support the future of the Rowley Sports Complex! Saturday, September 12 9:00–11:00 AM Bring the family—and your furry friends—for a morning filled with community fun! - Learn about new amenities coming to […]
Can’t make it to Storytime during the week? Come to Saturday Storytime! Kick off your weekend with stories and laughs in the children’s area! Feel free to stay after and enjoy the services the library provides for the entire family. This event is open to all ages but geared towards children aged 3-8.
Register here: https://www.centerforbelonging.earth/events/open-hub-singing-club-fall-season Eight Sundays, 3:30-5pmSept 13, 20, 27, Oct 4 (at Phelps Park), Oct 25, Nov. 1, 8, 22 (at Pulpit Rock Brewing) Decorah, IA with songleader Liz Rog Registration encouraged, drop-ins also welcome. Cost: $40-$120, pay what is generous and affordable for you. No one turned away for lack of funds. For all voices: […]
Welcome Friends and Neighbors Picnic 2026, Sunday, September 13 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church All are invited to the 15th Welcome Friends and Neighbors Picnic at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Sunday, September 13, from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. This free family-friendly picnic will be in the church's Solar Courtyard and backyard at 701 Iowa […]
Do you love all bookish things? Join us for a fun, nerdy time! This is a low commitment, middle grade book club. Can’t make it to every meeting, no worries. We’d still love to have YOU! Previous activities have included book trivia, reading the best-selling series Keeper of the Lost Cities, bookish crafts, and having […]
When: 2nd Monday of the Month, 6:30-7:30 p.m.Where: Pulpit Rock Event Space Join members of Northeast Iowa Indivisible for informal opportunities to connect, share ideas, and relax. Unplug with Indivisible is a casual space for community members to get to know each other, discuss politics, learn together, and find common ground, with a focus on […]
Learn about the experience of one Hmong refugee family at the next meeting of the Luther College Woman’s Club, to be held Tuesday, September 15, at 1:30 pm at Shirley Baker Commons, Baker Village, Decorah. Destiny Crider, Luther museum studies program director, and Rebecca Zheng, Luther senior, will present “Exploring Identity, Life, and Loss through […]
Physics and art meet to create beautiful, moving masterpieces! We’ll build simple machines to create animated sculptures! Wednesdays, September 15th-October 6th from 3:15-4:15 ArtHaus (107 W Broadway St) Ages 10-15. Registration required (Max 12) What is an automaton? An automaton is a moving sculpture toy, which uses simple machines such as hand cranks, gears, and […]
“On You It Rests:” Teaching Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” Professor of English, Amy Weldon presents the first Paideia Text and Issues lecture of the 2026-27 academic year. Agency is an important word in artificial intelligence now, and in life, since so-called “agentic” AI can use other software to complete a human-initiated task. Yet agency, the […]
Decorah Public Library and Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging (NEI3A) invite community members 60 and older to a monthly Lunch and Learn program at Decorah Public Library. The meal and presentation will take place in the library’s lower level meeting room on Wednesday, September 16 from 11:30-12:30. Register at: https://www.decorahlibrary.org/events/lunch-and-learn-09-16-2026 Lunch & Learn is […]
In keeping with Luther’s commitment to the liberal art of citizenship, all are invited to participate in our annual Constitution Day activity on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 12:15-1:15 p.m. in the Dahl Centennial Union lobby. Carly Foster’s Constitutional law class will share Constitution-themed games and information, and Preus Library offers guides to other excellent learning opportunities. […]
The community is invited to celebrate the cultures and contributions of Central and South American countries, with cuisine cooked by the Latines Unides student organization. Weds., Sept. 16, 5 -7 pm at The Landing Market. The cost is $10 per person, or for students (with ID) attending any college or university and for children 17 […]
This poster session showcases a variety of internships and research projects completed by Luther students over the past year. It’s a great opportunity to explore how your classmates are engaging in learning beyond the classroom—whether through hands-on internships, collaborative research, or other real-world experiences. Come get inspired, ask questions, and start imagining the types of […]
Join us for our fall luncheon on Thursday, September 17 at noon in Peace Dining Room to welcome our new coaches, share updates on our student-athletes, and welcome an inaugural season in the Midwest Conference. We can’t think of a better way to kick off an exciting fall season than lunch with our biggest Norse […]
The History Book Group will meet on the second floor of the library on Thursday September 17 at 3:00 p.m. to discuss the first half of 1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History- and How it Shattered a Nation by Andrew Ross Sorkin, a dramatic account of the powerful personalities, reckless decisions, and […]
The Friday Book Group will meet on the second floor of the library on Friday September 18 at 2:00 p.m. to discuss Country People by Daniel Mason, a witty and imaginative novel about a California family spending a year in Vermont, where community life, family challenges, and local folklore begin to intertwine. For more information, […]
The Luther Computer Science Society invites you to this TED-style talk on the History of AI. How it all began, the key breakthroughs along the way, and where the technology stands today. Whether you’re a CS major or just curious about AI, come learn how we got here, and enjoy free snacks!
Norse Nights OutParents can enjoy a Friday evening out while their kids enjoy a night at Luther.On eight select Friday nights throughout the school year, children in grades K–8 will spend the evening with Luther student-athletes and staff participating in a variety of supervised activities. Depending on the evening, activities may include gym games, crafts, […]
Schedule of Events:Registration & Network with Vendors at 9:00 am | Opening Ceremony at 10:00 am | Walk Immediately Follows Add to calendar Location: Pulpit Rock Brewery | 207 College Drive Decorah, IA 52101 | Map it Route Length: 2 mile and 1 mile route
Luther College Jazz Orchestra and Luther College Concert Band will perform a concert in the Center for Faith and Life. Watch the livestream on the Music Department YouTube Channel view the full Family Weekend schedule
Seasonal Embodiment is a collaborative offering between Mikah Jaschke and Nina Smock to invite you to mark the celestial calendar with resonance and intention. Every six(ish) weeks for the next solar year we will hold a 2 hour, in-depth practice to explore the energies of the season and what they are asking of us. We’ll […]
The Citizens Climate Lobby will meet September 22 from 5 to 6 pm at the Decorah Public Library basement at the Public Meeting room . Access is through the main doors. This meeting is open to the public. Leslie Sand, CCL organizer, will relate information about the current programs available on the CCL website. Attendees […]
Fall Festival at Prairie Lakes Church 🍁Bring the whole family for a fun fall evening together! 🍴 Free meal with burgers, hot dogs, chips, drinks, and Sugar Bowl ice cream 🚑 Take a look inside emergency responder vehicles and meet some of the people who keep the Decorah area safe! 🎈 Inflatables, balloon art, face […]
Leader: Birgitta R. Meade, science educator, past adjunct faculty, Luther College The Lifelong Learner Seminars offer an opportunity for local alumni and friends, and area residents to enjoy academic programming at Luther College and engage in meaningful, scholarly dialogue in a college setting. The sessions are held Wednesdays from 9 a.m.–noon in Loyalty Hall on […]
You’re invited to donate blood at the Black Student Union’s annual blood drive in collaboration with American Red Cross. Drop-ins are welcome. SIGN UP TO DONATE
This is a teen, homeschool book club that meets monthly. We will meet at Impact Coffee in downtown Decorah, enjoy a beverage, and discuss our latest read! Not a teen or homeschooled? The library offers many other book clubs for you. Browse our website or give us a call for more information. Books available for […]
Join DHPT, DIRT, and Decorah Run Club members for an evening out on the trails, Thursday, September 24th! Meet at the Carlson Park Parking Lot by 6:00pm. Options to bike, hike or run on the trails will be available. Group leaders for beginner, intermediate and advanced participants are available for each hike, bike and running […]
Who: Nick Wallin in conversation with Andy HagemanWhat: an evening celebrating his new small-town occult horror book, The Quiet Resurrection of Sister Evelida LivingstonWhere: T-Bock's UpstairsWhen: Thursday, 9/24 at 7pmJoin Iowa author Nick Wallin and Luther professor, Andy Hageman, for a conversation and Q&A session about Wallin's new small-town occult horror book, The Quiet Resurrection […]
Acoustic music at the Turkey River Cultural Center in Ridgeway, Iowa (old elementary school). Beginners slow jam 11am - Noon. Potluck at noon. Regular jam 1-4 pm. New jammers are welcome! $5 donation appreciated. For more information contact Pat Carey at patcarey.trcc@gmail.com
Share your talent at our Open Mic Night! There will be RAFFLES for Impact Coffee gift cards throughout the evening. No instruments? No problem! The venue will have a guitar, a keyboard and a cajon for you. Work out your comedy set or a poem if you’d like! Sign up to perform at http://openmic.accessibilitypractice.com/
Join us for a free movie in the park, Friday, September 25th at Will Baker Park. The Great Outdoors will begin at dusk, roughly 7:00pm. Bring a lawn chair, a blanket and snacks to enjoy! Popcorn and smores will be available too!
Do you have a piece of woodenware or carving but are not sure how to decorate or enhance it? For those of us who aren’t talented rosemalers, alternate options are possible! We'll learn two types of surface decorating – kroting, cutting lines into wood after it has been painted or stained, and svidekor, burning small […]
Sell outdoor gear. Buy outdoor gear. EXPLORE MORE. https://visitdecorah.com/decorahgearexchange/ Get ready for the 5th annual Decorah Gear Exchange! The Decorah Gear Exchange aims to help individuals sell and buy gently used outdoor recreation items, explore outdoor recreation opportunities in the Decorah area, and support Decorah Park and Recreation projects. This event will allow individuals to […]
Girl Scout Family Fishing Day Open to all families! September 26 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Decorah Fish Hatchery Come for a fantastic day of trout fishing fun, hands-on learning, and a behind-the-scenes tour of the Decorah Fish Hatchery! Participants will... Tour the hatchery and get an interactive aquatic insect and water quality demonstration. Receive hands-on […]
Live on Winnebago is a one-day, all inclusive, free-to-attend music and arts festival and celebration in the heart of Decorah, Iowa, highlighting local and regional artists and musicians. Noon-6 p.m. Community art show with regional artists. Bands include Buffalo Galaxy, Run Dog, Purple Funk Metropolis. Kids activities include a foam blast party, kid rave dance party, Fort Winnie, balloon […]
Who: Erin Makela What: an afternoon celebrating her new YA historical fiction book, Enterprising and Dangerous: Book 2 in the That Word Honor series Where: Live on Winnebago When: Saturday, 9/26 from 12:00pm-3:00pm Minnesota author Erin Makela returns to Decorah for a meet & greet signing at Live on Winnebago for Enterprising and Dangerous, the […]
The Arbor Stellae Quartet is a classical chamber music ensemble performing in the upper Midwest, featuring collaborative artists like violist Spencer Martin. They are scheduled to perform works by Robert Schumann and Joseph Haydn. They will perform in the Noble Recital Hall on September 27 at 2 p.m.
The 1896 Kimball Pipe Organ at the Union Sunday School will again grace an audience with its beautiful notes for the 46th annual Union Sunday School Concert Series. Montauk Historic Site, in partnership with the Clermont Historical Society, is excited to announce that Lydia Maier, a University of Iowa student in Organ Performance, will be […]
The Arbor Stellae String Quartet will perform works by Haydn and Schumann on Sunday, September 27 at 2pm in the Noble Recital Hall on the campus of Luther College. The concert is free and open to the public. The quartet is comprised of violinists Leanne Kelso and Michelle Elliott, violist Spencer Martin, and cellist Eric […]
Join us in the studio for a week of trial classes! Do you have a child who is always dancing around the house? Bring them to Crave Dance Studio's Open House and try one of our beginning-level dance classes in creative movement, ballet, tap, jazz, or contemporary. Follow the registration link to see class days/times […]
David W. Wright, Jr.- History of the Grace Episcopal Church in Decorah, Iowa. The organization of an Episcopal parish in Decorah came in 1868. Before the church building was constructed in 1876, the parish met at the Decorah Methodist and Congregational Churches. The first vestry included members of Decorah’s so-called “English colony,” a group of […]
Leader: Birgitta R. Meade, science educator, past adjunct faculty, Luther College The Lifelong Learner Seminars offer an opportunity for local alumni and friends, and area residents to enjoy academic programming at Luther College and engage in meaningful, scholarly dialogue in a college setting. The sessions are held Wednesdays from 9 a.m.–noon in Loyalty Hall on […]
~ FLU SHOT CLINIC hosted by WINNESHIEK COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH ~ * Please bring your insurance card and photo ID. * High-Dose Flu Shot for those 65 years and older. * Fluzone for those 6 months and up. * Most insurances accepted. Out-of-pocket cost (if not billing insurance): $40 for flu shots. If you have […]
Infants, toddlers, young children, and their caregivers are welcomed to join us at Decorah Public Library for group songs and movement, shaker-toys and scarves, and more! Free to participate, all abilities welcome. No registration required.
Join DPL for after school gaming on the Nintendo Switch! Take turns battling it out with Smash Bros, Mario Kart, and more! Wait times may vary according to the number of attendees. Contact snall@decorahlibrary.org with questions.
Join the Iowa R-STEP collaborative and Winneshiek Energy District for a visit to the Luther’s solar grazing operation. Get a firsthand look at how 2.5 acres of land is being used for both meat and energy production and ask questions of participating grazers and others involved in the project. Light refreshments will be provided. Parking […]
Join us for a free movement session geared toward little ones and their families, led by Laree of DRiFT: Strength Yoga! Come prepared to move freely and joyfully, and get some of those wiggles out in a playful and open environment! Bring a mat if you have one, and get ready for some physical family […]
As part of Luther Homecoming festivities at The Landing, the Driftless Jazz Alumni Group will play two 50-minute sets, starting at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to hear some dynamic music at no cost you! A special shoutout to the Classes of 1981 and 1986 who plan to gather here.
The Student Activities Council invites you to a fun night of music and dancing with Luther’s Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Band. View the full homecoming schedule
Instructor Mike Ellingsen has set a personal goal to design a quilt each year based on an item from the Vesterheim collection. Fyresdal is his choice for 2026, inspired by one of the coverlets in Vesterheim's collection. There is a lot of cutting! A cutting list will be sent out before class so students can […]