Hansen's Dairy Down on the Farm Breakfast

Join the Hansen's Dairy cows for breakfast!

Tickets are on sale for the Hansen’s Dairy annual Down on the Farm Breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Hansen’s Dairy Tour Center, 8461 Lincoln Rd., Hudson. Enjoy a bounty of local food and farm activities during this family-friendly and traditionally sold-out event.

There will be two serving times: 8 to 9:30 a.m. and 10 to 11:30 a.m. Please plan to arrive during your scheduled serving time, then hop on the trolley to the farm after your meal for fun activities and to see the farm's cows and kangaroos. No matter the serving time slot, attendees may stay as long as they like or until the event ends at 12:30 p.m.

Attendees MUST purchase tickets online at hansendairy.com/events. Tickets will NOT be sold in stores or at the breakfast. Ticket prices are $18 for adults 11 and older, $10 for children ages 4 to 10, and children 3 and younger are free. Limited to 200 paid tickets per seating.

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 Sidney, a University of Iowa student in Organ Performance, will be performing the next concert of the series.

 David Devine is a Junior BM organ major at the University of Iowa. At Iowa he studies under Dr. Gregory Hand. Prior to college, he studied under Dr. Max Yount. He is an active performer and has been awarded at competitions, including 1st prize at the 2025 Immanuel Lutheran Organ Scholar competition, in Evanston, Il, 2nd prize at the 2026 Twin Cities AGO competition, and 1st in the organ / piano division of the 2026 ICA competition. Recent performance highlights include the Oregon Bach Festival, and Adolphus Busch Hall, Harvard University.   

 Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School.

 If you’ve never been to one of our concerts, come check it out! The annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. Built in 1896, the organ was a gift presented by former Iowa Gov. William Larrabee to his daughter, Anna, who was the church’s organist for more than 60 years.

 October 25th at 2:00 pm at the Union Sunday School in Clermont, Iowa.

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 Sidney Shide, a University of Iowa student in Organ Performance, will be performing the next concert of the series.

 Sidney Shide is a freshman at the University of Iowa, where he studies organ with Dr. Gregory Hand. Sidney has participated in numerous music festivals and training programs, including the Oberlin Organ Academy, St. Olaf Music Academy, University of Iowa Music Academy, and the UNCSA Young Artists Competition.

He has had the opportunity to study and work with many distinguished musicians, including Dr. Timothy Olsen, Dr. Jonathan Sturm, Dr. Jonathan Moyer, and Dr. Martin Schmeding. In addition to solo organ performance, Sidney enjoys collaborative music-making and has performed with ensembles such as the Des Moines Community Chamber Choir and the Urbandale Singers. He has also performed with vocal ensembles including the University of Iowa University Choir and the World Strides Honors Choir.

Sidney currently serves as organist and collaborative pianist at First United Methodist Church in Des Moines, Iowa. Alongside his performance activities, he is passionate about music education and composition, teaching beginner piano students and composing music for use in church services. Sidney aspires to become a collegiate organ performer and pedagogue

 Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School.

 If you’ve never been to one of our concerts, come check it out! The annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. Built in 1896, the organ was a gift presented by former Iowa Gov. William Larrabee to his daughter, Anna, who was the church’s organist for more than 60 years.

 October 11th at 2:00 pm at the Union Sunday School in Clermont, Iowa.

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 performing the second concert of the series. 

Lydia Maier, a native of Madison, Wisconsin, is currently in her junior year of Organ Performance studies at the University of Iowa under Dr. Gregory Hand. She started her studies in 2021 with Andrew Kreigh, continuing with Bruce Bengtson, and has since been shaped by her travels to study and play historic organs across Germany. At the University of Iowa, Lydia serves as the Social Media Coordinator for the Organ Studio and is currently developing a collegiate honors recital. She is an active member of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) and the National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM), where she also serves as the Social Media Coordinator for the Iowa chapter. Outside of music, Lydia enjoys caring for plants and cooking.

Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School.

If you’ve never been to one of our concerts, come check it out! The annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. Built in 1896, the organ was a gift presented by former Iowa Gov. William Larrabee to his daughter, Anna, who was the church’s organist for more than 60 years.

September 27th at 2:00 pm at the Union Sunday School in Clermont, Iowa.

This free exhibit is cohosted by the Cedar Falls DAR Chapter and the Benton County Historical Society, The exhibit includes 12 informational panels and 3 interactive kiosks. The hours are:

August 25: 3:00-7:00                 August 26: 9:00-1:00            August 27: 3:00-7:00         August 28: 9:00-1:00              August 29: 9:00-1:00            August 30: closed

August 31: 9:00-1:00                  Sept. 1: 3:00-7:00

NEW DATE! Music in the Vineyard with the Chris Avey Trio on Sunday, August 30th from 3-6 pm! Enjoy Tabor Wines by the 6-wine sampler, glass, bottle or sparkling slushy, plus cheeses and meat sticks. You may also bring your own picnic (no alcohol may be brought in). Plenty of shade and seating, fun for the whole family!

A day of games, exhibits, and fun to celebrate the end of another successful season for the museum.

Step into the magic of the season at our Yuletide Tea Party, where twinkling lights, holiday treats, and cheerful company await. Celebrate winter’s warmth with a festive blend of tea, tradition, and holiday spirit.

Registration deadline: December 15

Join us for Museum School Grandparents Night, a special evening open house-style where students become the guides and teachers! Grandparents, parents and museum school alumni are invited to explore the museum alongside their grandchildren or children, enjoy student-led tours, and take part in hands-on activities inspired by our Museum School lessons – from science experiments to pioneer-era challenges. This celebration show cases everything students have learned throughout the year while creating meaningful shared memories.