NAMI Family Support Group
August 24, 2026
5:00 pm · 6:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 5 p.m.- 6 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. All of our support groups are free, confidential, and open to any member of our community over the age of 18. To sign up or for questions, please email us at info@namiscia.org or call/text 64-216-3114. We hope to see you there!
For More Information
Contact: NAMI South Central Iowa
(641) 216-3114
info@namiscia.org Website Facebook
Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
August 25, 2026
10:30 am
Farmer's Market
8/25/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
August 25, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
NAMI Connection Support Group
August 25, 2026
5:15 pm · 6:45 pm
NAMI Connection Support Group is for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. All our support groups are free, confidential, and open to any member of our community over the age of 18. NAMI Connection Support Group meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month from 5:15 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. via Zoom. To sign up or for questions, please email us at info@namiscia.org or call/text 64-216-3114. We hope to see you the
For More Information
Contact: NAMI South Central Iowa
(641) 216-3114
info@namiscia.org Website Facebook
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
August 25, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
August 25, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Bingo
Oskaloosa, IA
August 25, 2026
6:30 pm
Supper @5:30, Bingo starting at 6:30
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
August 26, 2026
10:30 am
Oskaloosa Corn Belt Showdown
Oskaloosa, IA
August 26, 2026
6:00 pm
A five-night stretch of racing in the Hawkeye State features a midweek visit to Oskaloosa for the biggest Late Model race in Southern Iowa Speedway history!
All Ages Program
Oskaloosa, IA
August 27, 2026
4:00 pm
Open Wall/Open Stage
Oskaloosa, IA
August 27, 2026
7:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Open Wall & Open Stage 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Karaoke 8:00PM – 9:00 PM
Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
August 28, 2026
10:30 am
Shop The Alley
Oskaloosa, IA
August 29, 2026
9:00 am · 3:00 pm
For More Information
Contact: Stacey Gleason
sk@sks-atelier.com
Farmer's Market
8/29/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
August 29, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
Laura's Days- Fun & Games
Oskaloosa, IA
August 29, 2026
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Checkers, stilts, croquet, button crafts, horseshoe pitching, doll making, whirly gigs, and more! $5 admisssion
Volunteer Training
Oskaloosa, IA
September 1, 2026
1:00 pm · 2:00 pm
If you would like to join our volunteer team or renew your volunteer status, come to our fun one-hour training at the
Environmental Learning Center. Please sign up for one of two sessions by scanning the QR code at the top of the page,
contacting our office at (641)673-9327, or emailing decook@mahakacountyia.gov. Volunteers are asked to attend a training
once every three years.
Farmer's Market
9/1/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 1, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
Volunteer Training
Oskaloosa, IA
September 1, 2026
5:00 pm · 6:00 pm
If you would like to join our volunteer team or renew your volunteer status, come to our fun one-hour training at the
Environmental Learning Center. Please sign up for one of two sessions by scanning the QR code at the top of the page,
contacting our office at (641)673-9327, or emailing decook@mahakacountyia.gov. Volunteers are asked to attend a training
once every three years.
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 1, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Knee-High Naturalists “Nature Show & Tell"
Oskaloosa, IA
September 2, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
This free program is designed for children ages 5 and younger. Bring a special item from nature to share with the group,
such as a rock, pinecone, leaf, or seedpod. If you find something that cannot or should not be collected, take a photo and
bring it instead. Each child will have an opportunity to show their item and share what makes it interesting. Please do not
bring songbird feathers, bird nests, or eggs. Pre-registrations are needed. Sign up using the QR code at the top of this
page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 2, 2026
10:30 am
All Ages Program
Oskaloosa, IA
September 3, 2026
4:00 pm
Womens's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
September 3, 2026
7:00 pm
Coffee Club
Oskaloosa, IA
September 4, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am
Drop in and join us for fresh coffee and tasty treats on a Coffee Club day. We talk about upcoming programs,
volunteer opportunities with Mahaska County Conservation, and about everything in nature. This month,
bring a cup or mug with nature on it (plants/animals) to take part in a door prize. Registration is not needed,
and we meet upstairs in the Discovery Lab.
Blood Drive
9/4/26
11:00 am · 2:30 pm
Penn Central Mall - Center Court
200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa
Read More
Blood Drive
9/4/26
2:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Penn Central Mall - Center Court
200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
9/5/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 5, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
September 6, 2026
6:30 pm
Farmer's Market
9/8/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 8, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 8, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 9, 2026
10:30 am
All Ages Program
Oskaloosa, IA
September 10, 2026
4:00 pm
Sharing our Strength
1521 Green Street
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 10, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
Join the Mahaska Health Oncology Care Team for "Sharing our Strength", a support group for those in our community who have been affected by cancer.
For More Information
Contact: Oncology Care Team
(641) 676-7283
oncologycareteam@mahaskahealth.org Website Facebook
9/11 Commemoration Ceremony.
Oskaloosa, IA
September 11, 2026
9:00 am
September 11, 2026, marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is inviting community members to the Oskaloosa town square on September 11 for a short commemoration ceremony.
The program will begin at 9 a.m. by recognizing first responders, hearing from local speakers, and will include music from the Oskaloosa High School band and a bagpipe player.
Love INC Golf Tournament
Oskaloosa, IA
September 11, 2026
10:00 am
For More Information
Contact: Keith Van Donselaar
(641) 780-6802
events@loveincmahaska.org
Art Uncorked!
Oskaloosa, IA
September 11, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Sip your favorite beverage and have fun painting a piece inspired by an example work of art. You will receive easy step-by-step instructions and personal attention from a professional art instructor. Select a session & register: https://faceofmahaska.com/art-uncorked/ Instructor: Nicole Pitts $30 per person, bring a friend for $15
Youth Outdoor Field Day
Oskaloosa, IA
September 12, 2026
8:00 am · 12:00 pm
Pool Grand Opening - Pluck -A- Duck
Oskaloosa, IA
September 12, 2026
8:30 am
Purchase a duck for $10 for your chance to win cash prizes, YMCA program registrations, and more. Stop by the YMCA to purchase your duck! The ducks will be plucked during our Pool Grand Opening celebration Saturday, September 12, more details and time TBD.
Every duck purchased helps support the YMCA while giving you a chance to win great prizes. We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with our community!
3rd Annual Fall Makers Market
Oskaloosa, IA
September 12, 2026
9:00 am · 3:00 pm
Farmer's Market
9/12/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 12, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
September 13, 2026
6:30 pm
Farmer's Market
9/15/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 15, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 15, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Homeschool Science Lab “Nature Photography"
Oskaloosa, IA
September 16, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Homeschool students are invited to explore nature through the lens of a cell phone camera! We’ll learn simple
photography tips, including how to use light and center an image. Then we’ll head outside to practice taking creative
photographs of fall colors, textures, reflections, and wildlife. Please bring a cell phone that your child has permission to
use. Pre-registrations areneeded. Sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to
hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 16, 2026
10:30 am
Exercise/Health Education
Oskaloosa, IA
September 16, 2026
11:30 am · 12:30 pm
Join for an educational lesson on health and exercise with Suzette. Sometimes she even brings in health treats :) Free for all ages
ServSafe® Certified Food Protection Manager Course to be Held
212 North I Street
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 17, 2026
9:00 am · 6:00 pm
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is sponsoring ServSafe®, the national certification program for food service managers. The course will be held on September 17 at Mahaska County Extension Office located at 212 N. I Street in Oskaloosa. All food service operations are required to have at least one certified staff person. Anyone interested in preparing and serving safe food is welcome to attend.
The cost of the course is $175, which includes 8 hours of class time, a manual, and the national certification exam. There is a discounted rate of $150 available for Iowa Restaurant Association members with verification prior to class. Registration is required by August 27.
Contact Suzette Striegel at striegel@iastate.edu or (641) 673-5841 with any questions. A full calendar of upcoming course dates and registration links is available at www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/servsafe.
All Ages Program
Oskaloosa, IA
September 17, 2026
4:00 pm
WPU Parent/ Family Weekend
Oskaloosa, IA
September 18, 2026
FRIDAY:
Women’s Volleyball vs William Woods (7 PM)
SATURDAY:
· Parent Check-in (8:30-9, Eagle Doors)
· President’s Welcome (9, Boiler House)
· Downtown Square Activities (9:30)
o Farmers Market (9-12)
o Shop the Alley (9-3)
o Scavenger Hunt
o Sculpture Tour
o Dine at local restaurants
o Coupon Sheet for local businesses
· Nelson Pioneer Farm 60th Annual Fall Festival
· Penn Activity Center
o Women’s Volleyball vs Missouri Baptist (1 PM)
· City Square Bandstand
o Photos with Willy P
o Pride of Penn Marching Band and Cheer & Dance team performance at the bandstand (3PM)
o City band is playing on the Bandstand in evening (5PM)
· Musco Lighting’s 50th anniversary party
o Food Trucks
o Downtown Square
· Statesmen Community Stadium
o Tailgate (4:30-6), must have ticket
o Football vs Missouri Baptist (6 PM)
O.W.L.S. “A Monarch’s Incredible Journey”
Oskaloosa, IA
September 18, 2026
1:00 pm · 2:00 pm
Adults of all ages are welcome to join the O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls)
program. Each fall, monarch butterflies begin an incredible journey south to their
wintering grounds in Mexico. Discover how these delicate butterflies travel
thousands of miles, find food along the way, and know when and where to migrate.
We’ll also explore the monarch life cycle and learn how milkweed and fallblooming flowers help monarchs complete their amazing journey. Pre-registration
is appreciated. Please call (641) 673-9327, email decook@mahaskacountyia.gov, or
register online using the QR code at the top of this page.
Shop The Alley
Oskaloosa, IA
September 19, 2026
9:00 am · 3:00 pm
For More Information
Contact: Stacey Gleason
sk@sks-atelier.com
Farmer's Market
9/19/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 19, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
6th Annual Fall Festival
2211 Nelson Lane
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 19, 2026
10:00 am · 4:00 pm
woodworking, vendors, weaving, food, music, pony rides, tractor parade, homemade ice cream and more!
Farmer's Market
9/22/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 22, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 22, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 23, 2026
10:30 am
All Ages Program
Oskaloosa, IA
September 24, 2026
4:00 pm
Open Wall/Open Stage
Oskaloosa, IA
September 24, 2026
7:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Open Wall & Open Stage 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Karaoke 8:00PM – 9:00 PM
Birding With Ella “Fall Migration Watch”
Oskaloosa, IA
September 24, 2026
8:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Spend an evening at Maskunky Marsh watching for birds traveling along their fall migration
routes. This wetland is a popular stopover where migrating birds can rest and refuel. We’ll
help identify the birds we see and learn about their seasonal journeys. Bring binoculars if you
have them; a limited number will be available to borrow. Registrations are recommended.
Please sign up with the QR code at the top of this page
Farmer's Market
9/26/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 26, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
2nd Annual Mission Sky Bound Kite Festival
2060 Stadium Drive
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 27, 2026
11:30 am · 4:00 pm
The Oskaloosa Optimist Club is hosting a kite festival for all ages. Bring a kite to fly, build your own kit on site, food trucks, concessions, and lots of fun! Come and see the professionals fly their huge kites.
For More Information
Contact: RD Keep
(641) 660-6310
the4keeps@gmail.com Facebook
Farmer's Market
9/29/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
September 29, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 29, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
September 30, 2026
10:30 am
Book Signing with Author Jamie Hulker of "Esteemed" and "Entrusted"
Oskaloosa, IA
October 1, 2026
10:00 am · 5:00 pm
Have you ever wondered what the Bible actually says about women—and what their accounts reveal about God and His heart toward them... and toward you?
You'll find those answers in the brand-new narrative Entrusted: Women in God's Redemptive Plan or the newly revised, award-winning Bible study Esteemed: God and His View of Women.
For generations, women in the Bible have been overlooked, misunderstood, or disconnected from the larger biblical narrative. But what if these accounts are far more central to what God was accomplishing than we've ever considered?
Drawing on years of study, teaching, and research, and deeply rooted in Scripture, both resources trace the accounts of women from Genesis to the early church. In that process, they reveal a vital truth: God entrusts women with significant roles in His redemptive plan—and He always has.
Whether you choose the narrative journey of Entrusted or the in-depth Bible study Esteemed, you'll come away with a deeper appreciation for the God who profoundly loves and purposefully includes women—and the confidence that He always will.
Power of the PURSE
Oskaloosa, IA
October 1, 2026
5:30 pm
Ladies ONLY 21+ event
Individual tickets- $50
Table of 8- $350
Sponsorship Only- $250
Sponsorship & Table - $550
RSVP by September 24th
*All Sponsorships & and donations will be highlighted on programs. If you wish to keep your sponsorship anonymous, please contact the United Way office at (641) 673-6043. Checks can be made out to: United Way Mahaska County. Receipts for taxes will be given once payment is submitted.
Womens's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
October 1, 2026
7:00 pm
Coffee Club
Oskaloosa, IA
October 2, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am
Drop in and join us for fresh coffee and tasty treats on a Coffee Club day. We talk
about upcoming programs, volunteer opportunities with Mahaska County
Conservation, and about everything in nature. This month, bring a coffee cup or
mug that has Halloween or fall decorations on it to take part in a door prize.
Registration is not needed, and we meet upstairs in the Discovery Lab.
O.W.L.S. “Behind the Badge: Meet the Park Rangers"
Oskaloosa, IA
October 2, 2026
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Adults of all ages are invited to join O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls) for an informative program about
park rangers. What does it take to care for our county parks? Join Mahaska County Conservation’s park
rangers for an inside look at their work. They will discuss their many responsibilities, share memorable
experiences, and explain how their skills and roles have grown over the years. Come meet the people working
behind the scenes to maintain, improve, and protect our parks—and bring your questions! Pre-registration is
appreciated. You can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page, by calling (641)673-9327, or emailing
decook@mahakacountyia.gov
Farmer's Market
10/3/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 3, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
2nd Annual FPC Classic Car Show
Oskaloosa, IA
October 4, 2026
11:00 am · 3:00 pm
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
October 4, 2026
6:30 pm
Farmer's Market
10/6/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 6, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 6, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Knee-High Naturalists “Spider Web Building”
Oskaloosa, IA
October 7, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Get ready for some web-slinging fun! Children ages 5 and younger will discover different kinds of spider webs and learn how webs help spiders catch food, stay safe, and protect their eggs. Then each child can become a web slinger and build a spider web of their own! Pre-registrations are needed. Sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 7, 2026
10:30 am
Sharing our Strength
1521 Green Street
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 8, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
Join the Mahaska Health Oncology Care Team for "Sharing our Strength", a support group for those in our community who have been affected by cancer.
For More Information
Contact: Oncology Care Team
(641) 676-7283
oncologycareteam@mahaskahealth.org Website Facebook
Art Uncorked!
Oskaloosa, IA
October 9, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Sip your favorite beverage and have fun painting a piece inspired by an example work of art. You will receive easy step-by-step instructions and personal attention from a professional art instructor. Select a session & register: https://faceofmahaska.com/art-uncorked/ Instructor: Nicole Pitts $30 per person, bring a friend for $15
Campfire & Creatures
Oskaloosa, IA
October 9, 2026
7:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Gather around the campfire for an evening of stories, discovery, and nighttime wildlife! Meet
some of Iowa’s nocturnal animals through pelts, skulls, sounds, and other hands-on items.
Learn how owls, bats, raccoons, and other creatures use special adaptations to thrive after
dark. This cozy, family-friendly program is fun for all ages. We suggest bringing a lawnchair
or blanket to sit on. Registrations are NOT needed. Parking available in campground parking
lot. Look for a sign to direct you to a campsite
Farmer's Market
10/10/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 10, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
Shop The Alley
Oskaloosa, IA
October 10, 2026
10:00 am · 2:00 pm
For More Information
Contact: Stacey Gleason
sk@sks-atelier.com
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
October 11, 2026
6:30 pm
Farmer's Market
10/13/26
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 13, 2026
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 13, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 14, 2026
10:30 am
Farmer's Market
10/17/26
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa Downtown City Park
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577, Oskaloosa
Read More
Farmer's Market
South 1st St/High Ave East, Oskaloosa, IA, United States, 52577
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 17, 2026
9:00 am · 12:00 pm
A nice hometown farmers' market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, and homemade items!
For More Information
kinkadea1@gmail.com
Womens's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
October 18, 2026
7:00 pm
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 20, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Homeschool Science Lab “Bat Science”
Oskaloosa, IA
October 21, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Homeschool students are invited to discover the fascinating science of bats! Come learn about some of the bat species
found in Iowa, how bats benefit people and the environment, and explore how they use echolocation to find food in the
dark. Students will also investigate the special adaptations that make bats the only mammals capable of true flight. Preregistration is needed, and you can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to
hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 21, 2026
10:30 am
Exercise/Health Education
Oskaloosa, IA
October 21, 2026
11:30 am · 12:30 pm
Join for an educational lesson on health and exercise with Suzette. Sometimes she even brings in health treats :) Free for all ages
Open Wall/Open Stage
Oskaloosa, IA
October 22, 2026
7:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Open Wall & Open Stage 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Karaoke 8:00PM – 9:00 PM
Authors & Artists at William Penn University
201 Trueblood Ave
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 24, 2026
8:30 am · 11:00 am
Take a stroll through WPU’s Authors & Artists showcase, a gathering of alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the university with their creative works. This annual event is a great place to find those early Christmas gifts, a new book to read, or even commission a piece of artwork. Come enjoy the handiwork of William Penn creatives!
For More Information
Contact: Grace Ver Meer
(641) 673-1043
grace.vermeer@wmpenn.edu Website Facebook
7th Annual Fall Fun Day & Scavenger Hunt
Oskaloosa, IA
October 24, 2026
9:00 am · 4:00 pm
Halloween Bash
Oskaloosa, IA
October 24, 2026
1:00 pm · 9:00 pm
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 27, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
October 28, 2026
10:30 am
O.W.L.S. “Behind the Badge: Meet the Park Rangers"
Oskaloosa, IA
October 30, 2026
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Adults of all ages are invited to join O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls) for an informative program about
park rangers. What does it take to care for our county parks? Join Mahaska County Conservation’s park
rangers for an inside look at their work. They will discuss their many responsibilities, share memorable
experiences, and explain how their skills and roles have grown over the years. Come meet the people working
behind the scenes to maintain, improve, and protect our parks—and bring your questions! Pre-registration is
appreciated. You can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page, by calling (641)673-9327, or emailing
decook@mahakacountyia.gov
Trick or Treating at the Environmental Learning Center
Oskaloosa, IA
October 30, 2026
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Keep the Halloween fun going and swing by the Environmental Learning Center for more treats and spooky surprises! Show
off your costumes, collect candy, and check out the cool exhibits and live animals while you're here. Don’t forget to snap a
photo at our selfie station next to the life-sized Woolly Mammoth skeleton—it’s the perfect spot for costume pics! Trick-ortreating will be available while supplies last.
Trick or Treat
October 30, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
For More Information
Contact: City of Oskaloosa
(641) 673-9431
Website Facebook
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
November 1, 2026
6:30 pm
Womens's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
November 1, 2026
7:00 pm
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 3, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Knee-High Naturalists “Feathered Friends”
Oskaloosa, IA
November 4, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Children ages 5 and younger are invited to have some fun with our feathered friends! We’ll learn about birds, what they eat, and how bird feeders help them find food. Each child will make a bird treat to take home and place in their yard. We’ll also venture
outdoors to help feed the birds at the Environmental Learning Center! Pre-registrations are needed, and you can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 4, 2026
10:30 am
Coffee Club
Oskaloosa, IA
November 6, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am
Drop in and join us for fresh coffee and tasty treats on a Coffee Club day. We talk about upcoming
programs, volunteer opportunities with Mahaska County Conservation, and about everything in nature.
This month, bring a coffee cup or mug and a thankful comment to share to take part in a door prize.
Registration is not needed, and we meet upstairs in the Discovery Lab.
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
November 8, 2026
6:30 pm
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 10, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 11, 2026
10:30 am
Sharing our Strength
1521 Green Street
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 12, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
Join the Mahaska Health Oncology Care Team for "Sharing our Strength", a support group for those in our community who have been affected by cancer.
For More Information
Contact: Oncology Care Team
(641) 676-7283
oncologycareteam@mahaskahealth.org Website Facebook
Wildlife Game Night
Oskaloosa, IA
November 12, 2026
6:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Bring the whole family for an evening of wildlife-themed fun! Test your knowledge and skills with Animal Sound Challenge,
Animal Track Match-Up, Food Web Challenge, Who Am I?, and other hands-on games. Participants of all ages can play,
learn, and discover fascinating facts about Iowa’s wildlife. No wildlife expertise is needed—just bring your sense of
adventure! Pre-registration is needed. Sign up with the QR code at the top of this page.
Art Uncorked!
Oskaloosa, IA
November 13, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Sip your favorite beverage and have fun painting a piece inspired by an example work of art. You will receive easy step-by-step instructions and personal attention from a professional art instructor. Select a session & register: https://faceofmahaska.com/art-uncorked/ Instructor: Nicole Pitts $30 per person, bring a friend for $15
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 17, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Homeschool Science Lab “Wild About Turkeys”
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Get ready to gobble up some fun facts about wild turkeys! Kids will explore the turkey life cycle, discover what turkeys eat,
and learn about the different sounds they make. We’ll also uncover fascinating adaptations and surprising behaviors that
help wild turkeys survive. Everyone will leave with plenty of interesting turkey facts to share! Pre-registration is needed.
You can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
10:30 am
Exercise/Health Education
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
11:30 am · 12:30 pm
Join for an educational lesson on health and exercise with Suzette. Sometimes she even brings in health treats :) Free for all ages
Womens's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
November 19, 2026
7:00 pm
O.W.L.S. “Beyond the Gobble"
Oskaloosa, IA
November 20, 2026
1:00 pm · 2:00 pm
Adults of all ages are welcome to join the O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier
Souls) program. Discover the fascinating life of Iowa’s wild turkeys! We’ll
explore their life cycle, diet, seasonal behaviors, communication, and
impressive adaptations. Learn what different turkey calls mean, how these
large birds survive throughout the year, and why they are an important part
of Iowa’s woodlands. You may be surprised by how much there is to learn
beyond the gobble! Pre-registration is appreciated. Please call (641) 673-
9327, email decook@mahaskacountyia.gov, or register online using the QR
code at the top of this page
Turn on the Lights! with Oskaloosa Main Street
222 1st Ave. East
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 21, 2026
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Join us as we magically Turn on the Lights around the town square at 6:00 p.m. sharp!
There will be horse-drawn carriage rides, Santa, Cookies, Cider, Hot Chocolate, and popcorn begin at 5pm!
For More Information
Contact: Oskaloosa Main Street
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 24, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 25, 2026
10:30 am
Open Wall/Open Stage
Oskaloosa, IA
November 26, 2026
7:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Open Wall & Open Stage 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Karaoke 8:00PM – 9:00 PM
Young Ambassador Ceremony
Penn Central Mall
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 30, 2026
6:00 pm
The Young Ambassador Contest is back! One young man and one young lady will once again be chosen as Oskaloosa's young ambassadors. The winner will be determined by the amount of money raised, which will be used for local preschools & daycares along with the Lighted Christmas Parade
The king and queen will be announced on Monday, November 30 @ 6:00 pm in Penn Central Mall. All participants will receive great prizes and will have the opportunity to participate in the "Holiday Joys and Toys" Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 7pm.
For More Information
Contact: Amelia Boender
events@mahaskachamber.org
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
December 2, 2026
10:30 am
Womens's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
December 3, 2026
7:00 pm
Coffee Club
Oskaloosa, IA
December 4, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am
Drop in and join us for fresh coffee and tasty treats on a Coffee Club day. We talk about upcoming
programs, volunteer opportunities with Mahaska County Conservation, and about everything in nature.
This month, bring a coffee cup or mug that has Christmas decorations on it to take part in a door prize.
Registration is not needed, and we meet upstairs in the Discovery Lab.
O.W.L.S. “Christmas Cookie Decorating”
Oskaloosa, IA
December 4, 2026
11:00 am · 12:00 pm
Adults of all ages are welcome to join the O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls)
program for a festive afternoon of holiday cookie decorating. We had so much
fun doing this last year, we are doing it again! Bring a friend and enjoy a cozy,
creative time decorating homemade sugar cookies. We’ll have coffee, hot
chocolate, plenty of cookies to sample, and lots of holiday cheer! Preregistration is needed to reserve a seat. Please call (641) 673-9327, email decook@mahaskacountyia.gov, or register online using the QR code at the top
of this page
Annual Oskaloosa Lighted Christmas Parade
222 1st Ave. East
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
December 5, 2026
7:00 pm
Parade and Shuttle Route Maps to be updated for 2025! Check back for details.
Join us for the 39th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade. You've seen the Painting with Lights in Oskaloosa, come check out the creativity of the parade entries with all the colors and lights.
The weeklong festivities will include the Young Ambassador Contest, Window Decorating, Home Decorating contests, Gospel Christmas Concert, Merry Little Downtown Christmas and more. We welcome the community to invite family, friends and visitors to make a trip to Oskaloosa.
As you visit the town, you can always get hot cocoa, apple cider or that warm Christmas cup of coffee at the local coffee shop; visit the Alley, decorated for the holiday; visit the quaint little bookstore for a Christmas read; or shop unique shops along the square for that perfect Christmas gift. Come see the lights, grab your cameras, and come celebrate Christmas in Oskaloosa.
For More Information
Contact: Oskaloosa Main Street
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Knee-High Naturalists “Nature’s Mitten”
Oskaloosa, IA
December 9, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
This free program is designed for children ages 5 and younger. This month, children are invited to enjoy The Mitten by Jan
Brett and discover how animals use shelters to stay safe and warm during winter. After the story, we’ll have fun with a
mitten-themed activity, and each child will create a special craft to take home! Pre-registration is needed. You can sign
up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
December 9, 2026
10:30 am
Sharing our Strength
1521 Green Street
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
December 10, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
Join the Mahaska Health Oncology Care Team for "Sharing our Strength", a support group for those in our community who have been affected by cancer.
For More Information
Contact: Oncology Care Team
(641) 676-7283
oncologycareteam@mahaskahealth.org Website Facebook
Sustainable Gift Wrapping & Decorating Workshop
Oskaloosa, IA
December 10, 2026
6:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Discover fun and simple ways to wrap and decorate your holiday presents while reducing
waste. Learn how everyday materials—such as newspaper, reusable ribbon, pinecones,
and other items from nature—can turn a gift into a charming creation. Come ready to be
inspired and enjoy a festive evening of creativity, hot cocoa, and holiday treats! Please
sign up by scanning the QR code at the top of the page.
Art Uncorked!
Oskaloosa, IA
December 11, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Sip your favorite beverage and have fun painting a piece inspired by an example work of art. You will receive easy step-by-step instructions and personal attention from a professional art instructor. Select a session & register: https://faceofmahaska.com/art-uncorked/ Instructor: Nicole Pitts $30 per person, bring a friend for $15
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
December 13, 2026
6:30 pm
Homeschool Science Lab “Make a T-shirt Tote Bag”
Oskaloosa, IA
December 16, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Turn an old t-shirt into something useful! Kids will cut and design a T-shirt to create a reusable no-sew tote bag for carrying books, toys, or anything else they choose. Please bring a T-shirt that can be cut and transformed. This is a fun way to give an
unused item from home a brand-new purpose! Space is limited, so sign up soon. Preregistration is needed, and you can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
December 16, 2026
10:30 am
Exercise/Health Education
Oskaloosa, IA
December 16, 2026
11:30 am · 12:30 pm
Join for an educational lesson on health and exercise with Suzette. Sometimes she even brings in health treats :) Free for all ages
Birding With Ella “Mahaska Christmas Bird Count”
Oskaloosa, IA
December 19, 2026
6:00 am · 12:00 pm
The Christmas Bird Count (CBC), run by Audubon, is the nation's longest-running community science project. People around the country organize local counts between December 14-January 5 each year. This year will be a trial run for the Mahaska County CBC. Participants will be assigned a sector of the anticipated 15 square mile circle to cover. The time is a guideline; participants are welcome to conduct their count at any time throughout the day. This program is open for all ages and skill levels; we will pair beginner birders with those who are more experienced. Since this is a trial run year, we will not be submitting the data collected to Audubon. We will still
compile results to send to participants and post on social media.
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
December 23, 2026
10:30 am
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
December 30, 2026
10:30 am
Find us on Facebook!