First Baptist Church’s 150th Homecoming Celebration will be Sunday, November 9. Morning Service is at 10:45 a.m., lunch is served at 12:30 p.m. and Homecoming Service is at 1:30 p.m. The Church is located at 303 W. 5th St. in Appleton City.
Ellett Memorial Hospital announces its 8th Annual Girl’s Day Out Breast Cancer Awareness on Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 11-00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is a community wellness event targeting breast cancer education, prevention, awareness and support. Diagnostic Imaging, P.A. will have their mobile coach unit here to conduct 3D mammogram screenings. Call and make your appointment at 913-344-9989. They will serve a light lunch with sweet treats, door prizes and vendors available. They invite everyone to participate with or without a scheduled mammogram. This event is held to bring a vital service to this community and surrounding area, focusing on breast cancer awareness. Call 660-476-5216 with any questions.
The monthly Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at the Appleton City Church of God will be 7:00 a.m. on Saturday November 8. All the men of the community are invited to join them for a time of great food and fellowship. John Yates will have a short devotional.
The Knights of Columbus will have their monthly pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose on Sunday, November 9, from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Treat your family to a hot breakfast you don’t have to cook or clean up. A free will donation will be greatly appreciated
The GFWC-Achievers 45th Auction will be held 6:30 p.m. Monday November 10 in the ACHS West Building Commons Area in Appleton City. You will find gift baskets, baked goods, great gift ideas, door prizes and a chance to win the jackpot in the 50/50. Col. Jack Fennewald will be the auctioneer/entertainer. Come join them for an evening of fun. Homemade pie will be served. Everyone is WELCOME, including guys! As in the past, this group of Federated Women will again be raising monies for another local project. See you there!
Ellett Memorial Hospital will be serving a free breakfast to veterans and their spouses on Veteran’s Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 7:30-9:00 a.m. Stop by the EMH cafeteria and allow them to say thank you for your service to our nation!
The next Meet Me On Main Shop and Stroll will be Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. ’til 7:00 p.m. Participating businesses will include Jina’s Junque, Rural Roots, 3 Wishes, and Cork & Keg. The A.C. Library will be open to check out books and make a craft.
The Montrose Knights of Columbus will hold their 66th annual Germantown Turkey Shoot on Sunday November 30, starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Germantown ball field. Tickets are $3.00 each and advance sale tickets will enter the purchaser into a cash prize drawing. There will be youth shoot lines and a shotgun raffle. Tickets are available in Appleton City at Dr. Payton’s office, Fennewald Plumbing or any Knights members.
The 29th Annual Christmas in the Country Depot Craft Show, December 6, will provide shopping pleasure for all. All items provided for sale are hand crafted by the vendors. For more info, contact Kenna Bartz at kenna@bartzphoto.com This annual event is sponsored by the AC Museum.
Christmas in the Country will be December 6. Organizers are planning a parade like last year but hoping for more businesses, churches and organizations to participate. They would like all floats, golf carts, rangers, etc. to be decorated with Christmas lights. The parade will be 6:00 p.m. Saturday night and lineup will be at the school. After the parade, the Mayor’s Christmas tree lighting will take place and then Santa Claus will visit with the children. If you would like to be in the parade, please contact Kristine Parks at 660-492-2171.
River of Life Fellowship hosts Third Sunday meetings each month called “All the More” meetings at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend, and they will have a variety of “different kinds” of meetings over the year including singspirations, times of fellowship, formal and more informal times of worship. They will enjoy snacks and fellowship after each meeting. The next events are: Sunday, November 16 – Phil & Pam Morgan Gospel Ministry and Sunday, December 21 – Game & Fellowship Night with Prizes and Goodies.
Volunteer drivers are needed ahead of the busy year-end season. New Growth Transit especially needs volunteers in the Appleton City and Montrose area to provide free rides for residents who aren’t able to drive themselves to medical appointments and other essential destinations. Drivers are reimbursed $0.70 per mile (not income), receive training and ongoing support, and choose when and where they’re willing to drive. Call 417-283-7991 or visit newgrowthtransit.org to learn more.
Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for November 2025. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments: Wednesday Nov 5 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Thursday Nov 6 – OB/GYN, Dr. Kallberg, Friday, Nov 7 – Dermatology-Timmerman, PA, Tuesday, Nov 11 – Rheumatology-Dr. John, Thursday Nov 13 – Neurology- Dr.- Shoaib, Friday, Nov 14 – Ortho-Dr. Gray, Tuesday, Nov 18 – Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni, Wednesday Nov 19 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Thursday, Nov 20 – Podiatry- Dr. Pace, Friday, Nov 21 – Ortho-Noble, FNP, Tuesday, Nov 25 – Rheumatology-Dr. John, Wednesday, Nov 26 – Ortho-Dr. Gray
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Nov 8 Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at the Appleton City Church of God will be 7:00 a.m.
Nov 9 Knights of Columbus pancake and sausage breakfast at the Knight’s Hall in Montrose 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Nov 9 First Baptist Church’s 150th Homecoming Celebration Morning Service – 10:45 a.m., lunch – 12:30 p.m. Homecoming Service -1:30 p.m.
Nov 9 Ellett Memorial Hospital 8th Annual Girl’s Day Out Breast Cancer Awareness 11-00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Nov 10 Appleton City Achievers Club will hold their 45th annual auction 6:30 p.m. in the AC High School Commons Area
Nov 11 Veterans Day Holiday
