(Atlantic, Iowa) – News around the world told of Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev’s visit to southwest Iowa, in 1959. Liz Garst was eight years old at the time but she remembers his visit and has stories to tell. Garst will present a program on Sunday, November 19 at 2 pm at the American Legion Memorial Building (the Old Armory), in Atlantic.

The Garst Family has deep roots in the history of Iowa. Based on her family experience in Coon Rapids, Liz tells of agricultural development especially during the mid-century explosion of farm productivity. She tells entertaining stories from her personal memories as an 8-year-old participant. There is a powerful message about the ability of an individual to make a difference.

Liz Garst

Liz manages banking and farming interests for the Garst family. She is the granddaughter of Roswell and Elizabeth Garst the hosts for Khrushcev. She likes to tell a good story. Liz is a volunteer and board member Whiterock Conservancy which is dedicated to finding balance between agriculture, the environment and people.

Her presentation, Sunday, is one of the series of programs sponsored by Atlantic Rock Island Society Enterprise (ARISE). There is no fee but donations are appreciated. Everyone is welcome. The Building located at 201 Poplar Street, Atlantic is handicapped accessible.