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The Gathering Cass County Inc

Join us for a fun-filled day of community building with a delicious BBQ featuring homemade sides and desserts. We are venturing outside the church dining room &amp; going to serve you a FREE delicious Meal at the Cass County Community Building from 5 to 7pm. This family-friendly event is free of charge and open to everyone, The Kiwanis are offering @ 4pm fun games, treats, snacks, and activities for all ages. Transportation assistance is provided by The Knights of Columbus and available for those needing a ride to the meal!
 🍔 Help Make September 21 a Success! 🍔

Volunteer for The Gathering's Special Community BBQ &amp; Neighbor Outing!
September is Iowa Volunteer Month, and we're inviting our community to help us celebrate by volunteering for this special event!
We'll be serving a delicious BBQ meal, welcoming guests, providing rides, and creating a fun day of fellowship for neighbors of all ages. Whether you can help for an hour or all day, your time will make a real difference. We will need Phone Callers, Pick Up routes organized, Set up &amp; Help with the family fun games &amp; stuff! So many things behind the scene.....Give one of the organizations a Call to Volunteer! Anytime &amp; day during the month of September is good!!!&nbsp;
Volunteer Opportunities Include:
<ul><li>Set-Up &amp; Decorating</li><li>Food Preparation</li><li>Serving Meals</li><li>Dining Room Hosts</li><li>Kids Activity Area</li><li>Greeting Guests</li><li>Ride Assistance</li><li>Clean-Up</li><li>And much more!</li></ul>
❤️ Be part of something meaningful. Help us show what neighbors helping neighbors is all about!
Please contact Sally at (712) 249-7709 or sign up online at <a href="https://www.thegatheringcass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.thegatheringcass.com</a>
The Gathering Cass County, Inc. No Charge. No Questions. Just Kindness. Neighbors Feeding Neighbors

Local Event: Special Neighbors Meal Community BBQ

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Special Neighbors Meal Community BBQ

Join us for a fun-filled day of community building with a delicious BBQ featuring homemade sides and desserts. We are venturing...

Cass County Community Building

<img alt="🔵" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tef/1/16/1f535.png"><img alt="🍽️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t98/1/16/1f37d.png"> THE GATHERING’S BLUE PLATE MYSTERY DINNER &amp; AUCTION <img alt="🍽️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t98/1/16/1f37d.png"><img alt="🔵" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tef/1/16/1f535.png">Get ready for one of the most exciting nights in Cass County! Join The Gathering Cass County, Inc. for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food prepared by talented local chefs and an exciting auction full of surprises,&nbsp;community fun, surprises, and generosity — all supporting our mission of feeding and caring for our neighbors in need.<img alt="📅" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t7e/1/16/1f4c5.png"> Saturday, October 3, 2026 <img alt="📍" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2d/1/16/1f4cd.png"> Cass County Community Building – Atlantic, IA <img alt="🕔" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tac/1/16/1f554.png"> Doors Open: 5:00 PM <img alt="🍽️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t98/1/16/1f37d.png"> Dinner &amp; Auction Begins: 6:30 PM<img alt="✨" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tf4/1/16/2728.png"> WHAT MAKES THIS EVENT SPECIAL? <img alt="✨" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tf4/1/16/2728.png"><img alt="🍴" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t68/1/16/1f374.png"> Mystery plated meals prepared by several talented local chefs <img alt="🎁" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t84/1/16/1f381.png"> Exciting live &amp; silent auction items <img alt="🎉" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t8c/1/16/1f389.png"> Fun surprises and entertainment throughout the evening <img alt="❤️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png"> A chance to support The Gathering’s mission across Cass CountyThis will not be your average dinner event! Guests will enjoy a unique “Blue Plate Mystery” dining experience while helping The Gathering continue providing free community meals, delivery services, kindness, and support to families throughout our communities.All proceeds from this event help The Gathering continue serving with: <img alt="❤️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png"> No Charge <img alt="❤️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png"> No Questions <img alt="❤️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t6c/1/16/2764.png"> Just KindnessWe are also seeking: <img alt="✔️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t51/1/16/2714.png"> Auction item donations <img alt="✔️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t51/1/16/2714.png"> Event sponsors <img alt="✔️" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t51/1/16/2714.png"> Volunteers to help prep, decorate, organize auction items, and assist during the event<img alt="📞" src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t4d/1/16/1f4de.png"> For tickets, donations, sponsorships, or volunteer opportunities contact: Coleen Babe – (712) 249-8464&nbsp; Invite your friends, dress up for a fun night out, and help us make this one of the top community events of the year!&nbsp;

Local Event: Blue Plate Mystery Dinner & Auction

Blue Plate Mystery Dinner & Auction

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