Mills County Public Health

04/10/2026

🎉🧸 Warning: Excessive Fun Ahead. Proceed with Children. 🧸🎉

If your kids have energy to burn (and let’s be honest… they always do), we’ve got just the place 👇

✨ Festival of the Young Child is rolling into the Mills County YMCA and it’s basically a two-hour happiness factory.

🗓 Tuesday, April 14th
⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Mills County YMCA

Here’s what’s going down:
🎨 Face painting (from butterflies to “I tried my best dinosaur”)
🎈 Balloon creations that will somehow become your child’s new prized possession
🍎 FREE food (because parenting tip #1: snacks = survival)
🎉 Activities designed to secretly make your kids smarter while they think they’re just having fun

👑 Dress-up encouraged! Princess? Superhero? Random costume from the dress-up bin? All are welcome. Zero judgment. Maximum cuteness.

Bring the kids, bring your patience, and maybe clear some storage space on your phone—because you’re about to take 87 pictures you refuse to delete 📸

✨ It’s fun. It’s free. It might even tire them out (no promises, but we’re hopeful).

✨ Festival of the Young Child is rolling into the Mills County YMCA, and it’s basically a two-hour happiness factory.

04/08/2026

✨🎈 Calling all tiny humans, big imaginations, and snack enthusiasts… 🎈✨

Get ready to sprinkle some magic into your week because the Festival of the Young Child is coming to town! 🧸🌈

🗓 Tuesday, April 14th
⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Mills County YMCA

We’re talking:
🎨 Face painting masterpieces (yes, even the “I’m a tiger… kind of” ones)
🎈 Balloon creations by Penelope that defy all logic
🍎 FREE food (because fun runs on snacks)
🎉 Activities that’ll have kids learning without even realizing it (sneaky, we know 😉)
👑 Bonus magic: Dress up as your favorite Disney character! Whether you’re rocking full princess glam, superhero energy, or a last-minute “I found this in the closet” costume… we support it all.

Bring the kids, bring the chaos, bring your camera roll appetite 📸 — because this is one of those “they’ll be talking about it all week” kind of nights.

✨ Come play. Come learn. Come make memories that are a little sticky, a little glittery, and a lot of fun. ✨

04/06/2026

⏰ Tomorrow’s the day!

Your future self (the one walking confidently, not clinging to countertops 😏) is officially clocking in.

A Matter of Balance starts TOMORROW and there’s still time to join us!

This FREE 8-week class is designed for adults 60+ who want to:
✔ Feel steadier on their feet
✔ Build strength and balance
✔ Worry less about falling
✔ Stay active and independent

No intense workouts. No pressure. Just real-life strategies, supportive people, and a solid plan to keep you moving safely.

📍 Mills County YMCA (Group Exercise Room)
🗓 Starts TOMORROW – Tuesday at 11:00 AM
📅 Runs for 8 weeks
💲 FREE

👉 Grab your spot now:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5DJQQ4CPvUqbcrwj4yoD1MU4VYzsyFJLi0M3j-fnPj1UMEFYSUw5NEVGMFBCWDlZWlc5REpTR1A5ViQlQCN0PWcu

📲 Call/Text: 712-302-5165
📧 Email: megans@mcph.us
or katelynm@mcph.us

Serving Mills & Fremont County Public Health 💙

Tomorrow = one small step.
Eight weeks = a whole new level of confidence. 💪

A Matter of Balance starts TOMORROW, and there’s still time to join us!lsCountyIowa

Matter of Balance – The program's goal is to reduce fear of falling, stop the fear of falling cycle, and increase activity levels among community-dwelling ol...

04/04/2026

🧠💪 Balance isn’t just physical… it’s a whole vibe.

If you’ve ever thought,
“I just don’t feel as steady as I used to…”
or
“I’m a little more cautious these days…”

👀 We see you. And we’ve got you.

A Matter of Balance is a FREE, 8-week class designed for adults 60+ who want to stay independent, confident, and upright (we’re big fans of upright 🙌).

This isn’t your typical “exercise class.”
It’s a research-based program that helps you:
✨ Reduce fear of falling
✨ Improve balance & strength
✨ Learn practical, real-life fall prevention strategies
✨ Set goals to stay active and safe

Think of it as part strength training, part confidence boost, part “hey—I’ve still got this.” 💥

📍 Mills County YMCA (Group Exercise Room)
🗓 Tuesdays at 11:00 AM
📅 April 7 – May 26 (8 weeks)
💲 FREE

👉 Save your spot here:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5DJQQ4CPvUqbcrwj4yoD1MU4VYzsyFJLi0M3j-fnPj1UMEFYSUw5NEVGMFBCWDlZWlc5REpTR1A5ViQlQCN0PWcu

📲 Call/Text: 712-302-5165
📧 Email: megans@mcph.us
or katelynm@mcph.us

Serving both Mills County & Fremont County Public Health 💙

Because staying independent isn’t luck… it’s a skill set. And we’re here to help you build it.

Matter of Balance is an award winning program is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have concerns ab...

03/30/2026

🎬✨ Happening TOMORROW! Don’t Miss This 💛 ✨🎬

Just a quick reminder that our FREE showing of Gridshock is happening tomorrow night, and we'd love to see you there!

This is more than just a movie — it's a chance to learn, reflect, and better understand what's happening right here in Iowa. 💬

📅 Tomorrow – Monday, March 30th
🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM
📍 Mills County Public Health, Glenwood

🍽️ Light meal provided before the film
⚠️ Adults only, please

👉 Still time to register:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5DJQQ4CPvUqbcrwj4yoD1MU4VYzsyFJLi0M3j-fnPj1UMVRPWTAxWDNNVlRNSTdONlJXWVVMMUwxRCQlQCN0PWcu

Bring a friend, bring your curiosity, and come be part of something important. We'll save you a seat 💺✨

03/26/2026

last call....if you are interested Please scan QR code to register!!
See you Monday!!

03/24/2026

🎬✨ You’re Invited to a FREE Community Movie Night! ✨🎬

Come join us for a meaningful (and important!) evening as we host a free showing of Gridshock — a powerful documentary that highlights human trafficking happening right here in Iowa. 💛

📅 Monday, March 30th
🕠 Doors open at 5:30 PM
📍 Mills County Public Health Conference Room
403 Railroad Ave., Glenwood, IA

🍽️ We’ll have a light meal ready before the movie starts (because important conversations are better with food 😌)

👉 Please register so we can plan enough food:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5DJQQ4CPvUqbcrwj4yoD1MU4VYzsyFJLi0M3j-fnPj1UMVRPWTAxWDNNVlRNSTdONlJXWVVMMUwxRCQlQCN0PWcu

📧 kimf@mcph.us

📞 712-527-9699 ext. 461

This event is completely FREE and sponsored by the Mills County Prevent Child Abuse Council 💙

⚠️ Adults only, please

Bring a friend, bring your curiosity, and come be part of a conversation that truly matters. 💬

03/18/2026

💬 “I’m just a little more careful these days.”
If that sounds familiar, this class is for you.

A Matter of Balance is a FREE 8-week program for adults 60+ who want to improve balance, reduce fall risk, and feel more confident staying active.

This is not a high-impact workout. It’s practical, supportive, and focused on real-life strategies you can actually use at home and in the community.

🗓 Tuesdays at 11:00 AM
📍 YMCA Group Exercise Room
📅 April 7 – May 26, 2026
💲 Free to attend

Small changes can make a big difference in staying steady and independent.

👉 Register here:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=5DJQQ4CPvUqbcrwj4yoD1MU4VYzsyFJLi0M3j-fnPj1UMEFYSUw5NEVGMFBCWDlZWlc5REpTR1A5ViQlQCN0PWcu

📲 Call/Text: 712-302-5165
📧 Email: megans@mcph.us
or katelynm@mcph.us

Let’s build confidence one step at a time. 💪

03/16/2026

03/16/2026

Everyday moments of safety, connection, and belonging play a powerful role in shaping children’s mental health, now as well as into adulthood. This Parent Café explores how positive experiences help children grow into resilient children and adults.