Five Things Waukee Residents Should Know: Yard Waste, the Food Pantry, Free Clinic and Social Security

1) Yard Waste Pick Up

Monday is yard waste pick up. Make sure that all yard waste is placed on the curb in clearly marked containers or yard waste bags, and that sticks, twigs and tree limbs are bundled and are no longer than four feet. If your yard waste is missed today, the City asks that you contact the Utility Office at 978-5502.

For students interested in leadership at the Waukee Public Library, the Teen Advisory Board will meet today at 4 p.m. at the library. Teen advisers volunteer at the library, plan teen programs and run fundraisers. They also assist in the selection of young adult materials.

2) Food Pantry and Free Clinic Open Today

will be open today for those people living in the Waukee School District or for those with approval from local churches to receive non-perishable food and personal items. The pantry is open from 4 to 6 p.m.

will also be open today, 6 to 8 p.m. Registration is from 5:30 - 7 p.m. The free clinic provides everything from high blood pressure treatment to care for a cold or even minor injury.

Both the Waukee Food Pantry and the Waukee Free Clinic are housed in lower level of the .

3) Discover Wellness Night

The , 710 S.E. Alice's Road, is hosting a free workshop tonight for people interested in learning more about healthy living. The workshop runs from 6:15 to 7 p.m. RSVP by calling (515) 978-6661.

4) Social Security Workshop

The is hosting an informational program for seniors near retirement age. The program begins at 7 p.m. tonight at the Waukee Public Library. Retirement adviser Bob Henderson will discuss how to make the most of your social security benefits. The program is free and open to the public.

5) The Weather

Today is looking a little dreary. There's a chance of showers today early. Otherwise, mostly cloudy with a high near 57. Tonight, much of the same with a low around 37. 5) Did you know?