Community Announcements
DORDT University
Oct. 16, 3:10 pm – 4th Avenue Jazz and Campus Community Band Concert
The Dordt University music department will present a concert on Friday, October 16 at 3:10 pm in the BJ Haan Auditorium featuring the 4th Avenue Singers, 4th Avenue Band (both jazz ensembles), and the Campus Community Band. Come for a relaxed afternoon of big band standards, fresh jazz perspectives, featured solos, and stirring wind ensemble literature. The 4th Avenue Singers are directed by Dr. Ryan Smit, the 4th Avenue Band by Kevin Linder, and the Campus Community Band by Matthew Poto. The concert and a PDF program will also be available on livestream at https://www.dordt.edu/live-events.
Oct. 16, 7:00 pm – Fall Music Festival: Choral Ensembles
The first evening concert of the Dordt University Fall Music Festival will begin at 7:00 pm on Friday, October 16 in the BJ Haan Auditorium and feature four of the Dordt choral ensembles: Bella Voce (women’s chorus), Canons of Dordt (men’s chorus), Chorale, and Concert Choir. Repertoire will bring worship to God by drawing from a wide range of styles from the Renaissance to 21st century works and exploring themes of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration. Bella Voce is conducted by Dr. Carrie Groenewold, Canons of Dordt by Tim Van Voorst, and Chorale and Concert Choir by Dr. Ryan Smit. The concert and a PDF program will also be available on livestream at https://www.dordt.edu/live-events.
Oct. 16, 8:30 pm – Fall Music Festival: Instrumental Ensembles
The second evening concert of the Dordt University Fall Music Festival will begin at 8:30 pm on Friday October 16 in the BJ Haan Auditorium and feature three of the Dordt instrumental ensembles: Chamber Orchestra (string orchestra), Symphonic Band (brass and percussion ensemble), and Wind Symphony. Repertoire will bring worship to God by drawing from traditional and contemporary string, brass, and wind band literature. Chamber Orchestra is conducted by Mrs. Amie Smit, Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony by Dr. Onsby C. Rose. The concert and a PDF program will also be available on livestream at https://www.dordt.edu/live-events.
Oct. 17, 11 am – Hymn Festival
You are invited to a Hymn Festival presented by Dordt University Music students: “Singing the Solas: A Reformation Hymn Festival” on Saturday, October 17 at 11:00 a.m. in the B.J. Haan Auditorium, with a prelude beginning at 10:30 a.m. The Hymn festival will include a brass quintet, organ, a choral octet, cello, flute, and piano. Come and worship with timeless hymns of our faith! The concert and a PDF program will also be available on livestream at https://www.dordt.edu/live-events.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity Application Deadline Extended! Are you or someone you know in need of a safe, decent and affordable place to live? Siouxland Habitat for Humanity is accepting partner family applications for a 2027 home build in Boyden. Application forms are available at our Sioux City office at 1150 Tri View Ave. or via email families@siouxlandhabitat.org. Questions? Call 712.224.5117. Applications deadline is October 31.
NWIA Bible League
SAFARI ADVENTURE - Join Bible League International on Saturday, October 31, from 9:00-10:00 AM for a tour of the Green Oaks Museum & Educational Center, located 3 miles south of Fairview, SD (29043 - 486th Avenue). See 150+ taxidermied animals in natural habitats from the Anden Van Beek family's global hunting trips. Refreshments and Q&A will follow, with an opportunity to learn more about Bible League. Free admission. Free will donations will benefit Bible League and the Mongolian orphanage supported by the Van Beek family. Children are welcome!
Inspiration Hills
Inspiration Hills is excited to invite students to join us for our 2026 Fall Youth Retreats!
This year’s theme is Salt & Light, based on Matthew 5:13–16. Throughout both retreats, students will explore what it means to live as salt and light in their schools, churches, communities, and everyday lives.
CAMP CONNECTION | HIGH SCHOOL RETREAT
October 30–November 1
Grades 9–12
Bring your whole youth group for a weekend away together, or students are welcome to register and attend individually! The weekend will include worship, chapel, activities, games, fellowship, and plenty of time to enjoy camp.
EARLY BIRD: Save $30 when you register by October 9!
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MIDDLE SCHOOL FALL RETREAT
November 6–8
Grades 6–8
A fun, faith-filled weekend designed specifically for middle school students! Students will experience worship, chapel, activities, games, time with friends, and a weekend away at camp.
EARLY BIRD: Save $30 when you register by October 16!
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We would love to have students from your church join us this fall!