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Events for October 2022
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:00 am
City Square Park
Oskaloosa Vendor & Farmer's Market
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 1, 2022
8:00 am · 11:00 am
A nice home town Farmers Market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, handmade and home business vendor products.
For More InformationContact: Denise Rodwell
(641) 295-4137
drodwell@q.com
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Arrangement Classes
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
9:00 am · 5:00 pm
Buy a pot or bring your own.
Call or message to set up a time.
For More Information(641) 672-1437
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Elevate Your Living - Upper Story Housing Tour
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 1, 2022
10:00 am · 1:00 pm
Tour Locations
Ratcliff & Blake Upper Story - 107 High Avenue West
Private Apartment - 212 1st Avenue East, Apt. 2
Brown's Shoe Fit Upper Story Apartment - 101 South Market Street
Hawkeye Real Estate AirBnB - 121 High Avenue East, Apt. 1
Hawkeye Real Estate Raw Upper Story - 121 High Avenue East
Hunter's Unfinished Second Story - 113 High Avenue West
Hunter's Raw Third Story - 113 High Avenue West
Moore Law Office Apartment - 213 High Avenue East
**Please note that the only locations with elevator access are at 121 High Avenue East. All other properties require visitors to utilize stairs.**
Event Details
Learn about each site's history, potential plans for occupancy, and discuss construction in our raw spaces. Hawkeye & Brown's locations will include refreshments for you to enjoy. If desired, you'll have an opportunity to visit with a designer, property manager, and Regional Planning Commission staff member. Elevate your living by moving into our vibrant downtown Oskaloosa housing or elevate your income by investing in our historic downtown Oskaloosa housing.
Tickets
Tickets are $10.00 and include the tour and refreshments. Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber office (cash, card, or check) and Brown's Shoe Fit (cash or check only) in advance (between August 10-September 30). Cash payment will be accepted at each location on the day of the event.
Contractors, Investors, and Downtown Business Owners are free, RSVP by September 15 required.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591 x105
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
10:00 am · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Mahaska Drug Parking Lot
Bark And Boo-A-Que
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
10:00 am · 2:00 pm
Support the Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter with some fun games and activities! Enjoy hot dogs, chips, with a drink, and plenty more. Join in the animal pet costume contest or find your new best friend to take home!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
10:30 am
Sunnyslope Greenhouse
Pumpkin Decorating for all Ages
1621 Hwy. 163Leighton, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
10:30 am
Kids and adults come on out and decorate a pumpkin!!! There will be paint, stickers, flowers, and more. You make the mess and we'll clean it up!!! $10 class fee should be paid ahead of time so come on out or call it in!!! We just love fall and look forward to seeing you!
For More Information(641) 626-3702
3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Center Street
University Park Fall Festival 2022
University Park, IAOctober 1, 2022
3:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Mini Putt will be open & FREE from 3-9 p.m.
Food Trucks will be parked on Center Street. Taco Jalisco, Sno Biz & General Lee's Smoke Shack
The band Side Hustle will perform on Center Street from 4-8 p.m.
Lazer Alley Bounce House is FREE from 3-9 p.m. or until it's too dark to see.
Bags Tournament hosted by American Legion. Sign up to play at the event.
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Mahaska County Extension
Raising School Ready Readers
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 3, 2022
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
$5 per family - Registration form and payment are due by September 19.
Raising School Ready Readers is a series of five family literacy activity nights for parents and children ages 3-6. the program gives parents ready-to-use ideas on how to turn everyday experiences--like fixing meals, giving baths, or riding in the car--into learning activities. The Raising School Ready Readers program can help parents prepare their children to succeed in school and gain independence while having fun together as a family. Sessions focus on developing six core literacy areas: Concepts of Print, Phonological Awareness, Letter-Sound Knowledge, Oral Language, Comprehension, and Writing.
Light refreshments will be provided at each session and sibling care is available.
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
Website
6:30 pm
Penn Central Mall, Center Court
Interactive Poetry Reading
200 High Avenue WestOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 3, 2022
6:30 pm
Hosted by Ink Stains ~ Poets of Mahaska Community
Poetry Lovers, Listeners, Writers & Readers of All Ages...You are invited!
Come hear original poems written and read by members of Ink Stains.
Come share your original poetry or read a poem by your favorite poet.
This FREE event is a celebration of Ink Stains Day ~ October 3, 2022 as proclaimed by Oskaloosa Mayor Krutzfeldt.
For More Informationinkstainspoets@gmail.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
3:00 am
Brushed by Jude
Month of Pumpkins
116 1st Avenue EastOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 4, 2022
3:00 am
Join me in painting a water color wall hanging with Jill Edwards ~ $30 (note afternoon time)
For More InformationContact: Judy Groenendyk
groen.j57@gmail.com
9:00 am to 10:30 am
First Christian Church
Hope in the Mourning
119 A Ave. EastOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 4, 2022
9:00 am · 10:30 am
This non-denominational group provides opportunities to move forward in grief with hope and understanding. It is a safe place to share, cry, ask questions, learn, find comfort, and move forward. The group meets the first and third Tuesday April through August in the lounge area at the top of the stairs in First Christian Church.
For More InformationContact: Molly Goodrich
(641) 673-4671
mgoodrich@fccoskaloosa.org
Website
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Pizza Ranch
Love & Logic Parenting Class
508 Main St.Pella, IA
Map to Event
October 4, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Try a FREE Love and Logic Parenting Class and learn how to make parenting less stressful and chaotic, and more enjoyable!
These classes focuses on ages birth to 6 years.
Pizza lunch provided for adults at no cost. Childcare provided at no cost at 2nd Reformed Church located at 612 Broadway, Pella, IA.
To register go to www.familiesfirstofpella.org
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
City Square Park
Oskaloosa Vendor & Farmer's Market
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 4, 2022
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice home town Farmers Market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, handmade and home business vendor products.
For More InformationContact: Denise Rodwell
(641) 295-4137
drodwell@q.com
5:00 pm
Sunnyslope Greenhouse
Fall Patio Pot Make and Take
1621 Hwy. 163Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 4, 2022
5:00 pm
We added a second class because the October 6th class filled up! You will build a stylish fall themed patio pot and we'll help!!!
For More InformationMahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Brushed by Jude
Kindness Rocks Lunch and Learn
116 1st Ave EastOskaloosa , IA
Map to Event
October 5, 2022
Lunch and Learn provided by Mahaska Health at Brushed by Jude. Pink rock painting for Breast Cancer Awareness. Come and go, 10:30-1:30, free will donation to go to Mahaska Foundation.
For More InformationContact: Judy Groenendyk
(641) 660-2536
groen.j57@gmail.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
5:00 pm
Sunnyslope Greenhouse
Fall Patio Pot Make and Take
1621 Hwy. 163Leighton, IA
Map to Event
October 6, 2022
5:00 pm
Make and Take Patio Pot Class
$10 class fee should be paid ahead of time so call in or stop out! We will discuss color theory and spiller, filler, thriller!!!
(641) 626-3702
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Trinity Reformed Church
Love & Logic Parenting Class
407 Franklin St.Pella, IA
Map to Event
October 6, 2022
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Try a FREE Love and Logic Parenting Class and learn how to make parenting less stressful and chaotic, and more enjoyable!
These classes focuses on all ages.
Supper for families and childcare provided at no cost.
To register go to www.familiesfirstofpella.org
6:00 pm
Southern Iowa Fairgrounds
Farm to Table
615 North I StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 6, 2022
6:00 pm
ISU Mahaska County Extension and Outreach and Mahaska County Farm Bureau present Farm to Table. Small plates featuring locally grown products. Gather with friends and neighbors for delicious, fresh food!
$28.00 per person includes beverages, appetizer, entrees and dessert.
For more information and to register, go to Mahaska County Farm Bureau Facebook or Mahaska County Extension Facebook.
Register by September 29, 2022.
For More InformationEddyville Raceway
Jr. Dragster Halloween Nationals
3260 Merino Ave.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 7, 2022 For More Information
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
7:30 am to 8:45 am
Smokey Row
Exchange Friday
109 S Market StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 7, 2022
7:30 am · 8:45 am
Exchange Friday takes place every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Smokey Row and is hosted by The Exchange for Entrepreneurs. If you are interested in starting a business, have already started a business, have questions or concerns, new business thoughts, or if you’re just curious, you, your friends and colleagues are welcome!
For More InformationContact: Pam Blomgren
(641) 660-7375
theexchange@theexchangeoskaloosa.com
Website
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
City Square Park
Mahaska Health's Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 7, 2022
11:00 am · 1:00 pm
Each year, Mahaska Health hosts a breast cancer awareness walk to raise awareness and show support for those fighting breast cancer. We will host a walk between 11 am - 1 pm (tentative times) and gather as many of our community members as we can to show our support.
For More InformationContact: MacKenzie Manley
(641) 672-3478
mmanley@mahaskahealth.org
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 7, 2022
12:00 pm · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tassel Ridge Winery
Wine & Wood Fired Oven Pizza Night by Reservation Only
1681 220th StreetLeighton, IA
Map to Event
October 7, 2022
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
5:00-8:30 p.m.—Pizza served until 8:00p.m. Enjoy an individual Wood Fired Oven Pizza ($15). Choose an Apple, Bacon Cheddar Pizza; a Chicken, Spinach, Artichoke Heart, Black Olive, Shredded Mozzarella, and Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce (no Tomato Sauce) Pizza; a Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fresh Mozzarella; or a Pepperoni, Black Olive, and Shredded Mozzarella Pizza; and pair it with a Caesar Salad with Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, and Caesar Dressing ($4) and your favorite Tassel Ridge wine, available for purchase by the glass ($6–$12). Seating is limited and is arranged to allow for Social Distancing. Wearing a mask in the Winery is optional. The Tasting Bar will NOT be open, but Seated Tastings, also by Reservation only, will be available to enjoy before your meal. Our Seated Tastings include your choice of one of five Tasting Flights. Flights include five wines, freshly baked bread, Frisian Farms Young Gouda, and, depending on Flight, Tassel Ridge® Dipping Oil or Warm Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts. Price $15-$25 per flight. Call the Winery at 641.672.WINE(9463) to make your reservations.
For More InformationContact: Greg Walter
(641) 672-9463
info@tasselridge.com
Website
Eddyville Raceway
Jr. Dragster Halloween Nationals
3260 Merino Ave.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 8, 2022 For More Information
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:00 am
City Square Park
Oskaloosa Vendor & Farmer's Market
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 8, 2022
8:00 am · 11:00 am
A nice home town Farmers Market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, handmade and home business vendor products.
For More InformationContact: Denise Rodwell
(641) 295-4137
drodwell@q.com
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
The Alley
Super Saturdays in the Alley
Between Smokey Row & Bridal DreamsOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 8, 2022
10:00 am · 1:00 pm
Pop up vendor market & live music!
For More Informationurstrongangie@gmail.com
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 8, 2022
10:00 am · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
10:30 am
Sunnyslope Greenhouse
Fall Decor Class with Silk Flowers and Cute Containers
1621 Hwy. 163Leighton, IA
Map to Event
October 8, 2022
10:30 am
Create your own masterpiece with silk flowers and other cute fall items!!!
We'll guide your creativity. $10 class fee should be paid ahead of time so call or stop out!!!
12:00 pm
K9 5K
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 8, 2022
12:00 pm
Come run the K9 5K race in Oskaloosa this October.
Eddyville Raceway
Jr. Dragster Halloween Nationals
3260 Merino Ave.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 9, 2022 For More Information
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
9:15 am to 10:15 am
City Square Park
St. Mary Catholic Church Rosary
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 9, 2022
9:15 am · 10:15 am
Praying for our community, country and world.
For More Information(641) 673-6680
oskystmary@diodav.org
4:00 pm
George Daily Auditorium
Forever Simon and Garfunkel
1800 N. 3rd StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 9, 2022
4:00 pm
Forever Simon & Garfunkel
Sunday, October 9, 2022 • 3:00 p.m.
Adults $24, Students $10
Back by popular demand, award-winning singer-songwriters Sean Altman (Rockapella) and Jack Skuller (Songwriters' Hall of Fame's Buddy Holly Prize) return to the Auditorium stage after taking Oskaloosa by storm with their Everly Set tribute last season!
Celebrating the best-selling duo in rock’n’roll history with humor, soaring energy, charm, and laser-precise harmonies, Forever Simon & Garfunkel leads the audience on a journey from the group's early success as a folk act to their global dominance as hit-makers through the best of Paul Simon’s solo career.
Sean and Jack met on stage in 2010 when they were paired at a variety show to duet Mrs. Robinson.
Jack had just celebrated his 14th birthday, and Sean had just celebrated his shiny new AARP card, but the audience found their December-January musical bromance and brotherly harmony to be enchanting and mesmerizing.
Iconic songs in Forever Simon & Garfunkel include The Sound of Silence, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Mrs. Robinson, I Am a Rock, The Boxer, Homeward Bound, Cecilia, Hazy Shade Of Winter, Feeling Groovy, Me & Julio, Kodachrome, Slip Sliding Away, and many more! These are the greatest American songs ever written, performed by amazing craftsmen and entertainers.
For More Information(641) 672-0799
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Smokey Row
Ink Stains
109 S MarketOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 10, 2022
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
Ink Stains is a group of area poets who meet to "read and workshop our own poetry with friendly, supportive discussion. Area poets are invited to join us. You'll know us by our Ink Stains table sign." Ink Stains meets on the second Monday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 pm (before Write Club), and the fourth Monday of each month from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
For More Informationinkstainspoets@gmail.com
Website
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Mahaska County Extension
Raising School Ready Readers
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 10, 2022
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
$5 per family - Registration form and payment are due by September 19.
Raising School Ready Readers is a series of five family literacy activity nights for parents and children ages 3-6. the program gives parents ready-to-use ideas on how to turn everyday experiences--like fixing meals, giving baths, or riding in the car--into learning activities. The Raising School Ready Readers program can help parents prepare their children to succeed in school and gain independence while having fun together as a family. Sessions focus on developing six core literacy areas: Concepts of Print, Phonological Awareness, Letter-Sound Knowledge, Oral Language, Comprehension, and Writing.
Light refreshments will be provided at each session and sibling care is available.
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
Website
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center and Studios - Outer Space
Oskaloosa Write Club
115 1st Ave WestOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 10, 2022
6:30 pm · 8:00 pm
Oskaloosa Write Club is for writers of all sorts in Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, and the surrounding area, including nearby towns and counties. Novelists. Playwrights. Short Story Writers. Screenwriters. Poets. Essayists. All wordsmiths (aspiring and seasoned) are welcome! Meetings take place on the 2nd Monday of every month.
For More Informationhello@oskywrites.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Pizza Ranch
Love & Logic Parenting Class
508 Main St.Pella, IA
Map to Event
October 11, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Try a FREE Love and Logic Parenting Class and learn how to make parenting less stressful and chaotic, and more enjoyable!
These classes focuses on ages birth to 6 years.
Pizza lunch provided for adults at no cost. Childcare provided at no cost at 2nd Reformed Church located at 612 Broadway, Pella, IA.
To register go to www.familiesfirstofpella.org
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
City Square Park
Oskaloosa Vendor & Farmer's Market
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 11, 2022
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice home town Farmers Market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, handmade and home business vendor products.
For More InformationContact: Denise Rodwell
(641) 295-4137
drodwell@q.com
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
6:30 pm
On-line event
Preserve the Taste of Summer - All about apples
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 12, 2022
6:30 pm
Have more apples than you can eat? Preserve them!
Learn how to can applesauce and apple pie filling, freeze and dry apples safely at home.
1 hour session.
Register on line at: www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/preserve-taste-summer
For More Information
Contact: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Halloween Bake Sale
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 13, 2022
Come grab some homemade yummy treats and support our K9 units! Mahaska Drug Oct. 13 - 15.
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
3:30 pm to 7:00 pm
West side of Hy-Vee and MCG parking lot
Oskaloosa Rotary Club's Great Annual Barbecue
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 13, 2022
3:30 pm · 7:00 pm
Tickets are $14 in advance or $15 at the door.
This is a carry-out or drive-thru event. There will be 2 express drive-thru lanes for your convenience.
Menu: 6 oz. Smoked Pork Chop, Baked Potato, Sunshine Broccoli Salad, Bakery Fresh Roll
Proceeds will benefit: Annual Scholarships for Oskaloosa High School Programs, Career Exploration, Oskaloosa Rotary Community Projects, Community Events, Youth Projects
For More InformationContact: Eddie Pierson
(641) 676-2141
eddie.pierson@mahaska.org
3:30 pm to 7:00 pm
MCG Parking Lot
Rotary Club of Oskaloosa Great Annual Barbecue
210 S D StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 13, 2022
3:30 pm · 7:00 pm
Don't miss the yearly tradition. Rotary Club of Oskaloosa's Great Annual Barbecue! Tickets for the meal are $14 before the event or $15 day of the event. Money raised during the barbecue funds different projects within our community, including: Scholarships for area students Community Events Youth Programs Rotary led projects, including Christmas Baskets, Bike Rodeo, and our annual Community Project.
For More InformationContact: Eddie Pierson
(641) 670-7507
eddie.pierson@mahaska.org
Website
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Trinity Reformed Church
Love & Logic Parenting Class
407 Franklin St.Pella, IA
Map to Event
October 13, 2022
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Try a FREE Love and Logic Parenting Class and learn how to make parenting less stressful and chaotic, and more enjoyable!
These classes focuses on all ages.
Supper for families and childcare provided at no cost.
To register go to www.familiesfirstofpella.org
6:00 pm
Mahaska County Extension
Plan, Shop, Save and Cook
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 13, 2022
6:00 pm
This free series will teach you to:
*Plan meals ahead
*Save money at the grocery store
*Understand food labels
*Cook healthy meals and snacks
*Find trustworthy recipes and resources online
Sessions last approximately one hour.
Call today to register!
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
striegel@iastate.edu
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Halloween Bake Sale
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 13, 2022
Come grab some homemade yummy treats and support our K9 units! Mahaska Drug Oct. 13 - 15.
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
7:30 am to 8:45 am
Smokey Row
Exchange Friday
109 S Market StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 14, 2022
7:30 am · 8:45 am
Exchange Friday takes place every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Smokey Row and is hosted by The Exchange for Entrepreneurs. If you are interested in starting a business, have already started a business, have questions or concerns, new business thoughts, or if you’re just curious, you, your friends and colleagues are welcome!
For More InformationContact: Pam Blomgren
(641) 660-7375
theexchange@theexchangeoskaloosa.com
Website
11:00 am
Mahaska County Extension
Plan, Shop, Save and Cook
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 14, 2022
11:00 am
This free series will teach you to:
*Plan meals ahead
*Save money at the grocery store
*Understand food labels
*Cook healthy meals and snacks
*Find trustworthy recipes and resources online
Sessions last approximately one hour.
Call today to register!
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
striegel@iastate.edu
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
YMCA
Lunch & Learn - Health Screening
414 North 3rd StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 14, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
The Y and Mahaska Health are teaming up to offer a FREE Lunch & Learn series. Mahaska Health will provide educational information about various topics and a free lunch at each session. Classes will be held the second Friday of the month from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the YMCA on 3rd Street. Please register by calling the Y at 641-673-8411.
For More Information(641) 673-8411
Website
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 14, 2022
12:00 pm · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tassel Ridge Winery
Wine & Wood Fired Oven Pizza Night by Reservation Only
1681 220th StreetLeighton, IA
Map to Event
October 14, 2022
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
5:00-8:30 p.m.—Pizza served until 8:00p.m. Enjoy an individual Wood Fired Oven Pizza ($15). Choose an Apple, Bacon Cheddar Pizza; a Barbecue Chicken Pizza with Chicken, Barbecue Sauce (no tomato sauce), Red Onions, and Shredded Mozzarella; a Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fresh Mozzarella; or a Pepperoni, Black Olive, and Shredded Mozzarella Pizza; and pair it with a Caesar Salad with Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan, and Caesar Dressing ($4) and your favorite Tassel Ridge wine, available for purchase by the glass ($6–$12). Seating is limited and is arranged to allow for Social Distancing. Wearing a mask in the Winery is optional. The Tasting Bar will NOT be open, but Seated Tastings, also by Reservation only, will be available to enjoy before your meal. Our Seated Tastings include your choice of one of five Tasting Flights. Flights include five wines, freshly baked bread, Frisian Farms Young Gouda, and, depending on Flight, Tassel Ridge® Dipping Oil or Warm Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts. Price $15-$25 per flight. Call the Winery at 641.672.WINE(9463) to make your reservations.
For More InformationContact: Greg Walter
(641) 672-9463
info@tasselridge.com
Website
7:15 pm
Southern Iowa Speedway
IMCA Races - Fall Challenge
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 14, 2022
7:15 pm
Hot Laps 7:15 p.m.
Races 7:45 p.m.
Penn Central Mall Scarecrow Contest
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Halloween Bake Sale
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 13, 2022
Come grab some homemade yummy treats and support our K9 units! Mahaska Drug Oct. 13 - 15.
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:00 am
City Square Park
Oskaloosa Vendor & Farmer's Market
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:00 am
A nice home town Farmers Market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, handmade and home business vendor products.
For More InformationContact: Denise Rodwell
(641) 295-4137
drodwell@q.com
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 15, 2022
10:00 am · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
7:15 pm
Southern Iowa Speedway
IMCA Races - Fall Challenge
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
7:15 pm
Hot Laps 7:15 p.m.
Races 7:45 p.m.
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church
Pumpkin Palooza
405 High Avenue EastOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 16, 2022
12:00 pm · 2:00 pm For More Information
Contact: Pastor Amy McGriff
(641) 673-8879
pastoramymcgriff@gmail.com
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Mahaska County Extension
Raising School Ready Readers
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 17, 2022
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
$5 per family - Registration form and payment are due by September 19.
Raising School Ready Readers is a series of five family literacy activity nights for parents and children ages 3-6. the program gives parents ready-to-use ideas on how to turn everyday experiences--like fixing meals, giving baths, or riding in the car--into learning activities. The Raising School Ready Readers program can help parents prepare their children to succeed in school and gain independence while having fun together as a family. Sessions focus on developing six core literacy areas: Concepts of Print, Phonological Awareness, Letter-Sound Knowledge, Oral Language, Comprehension, and Writing.
Light refreshments will be provided at each session and sibling care is available.
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
9:00 am to 10:30 am
First Christian Church
Hope in the Mourning
119 A Ave. EastOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 18, 2022
9:00 am · 10:30 am
This non-denominational group provides opportunities to move forward in grief with hope and understanding. It is a safe place to share, cry, ask questions, learn, find comfort, and move forward. The group meets the first and third Tuesday April through August in the lounge area at the top of the stairs in First Christian Church.
For More InformationContact: Molly Goodrich
(641) 673-4671
mgoodrich@fccoskaloosa.org
Website
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Pizza Ranch
Love & Logic Parenting Class
508 Main St.Pella, IA
Map to Event
October 18, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Try a FREE Love and Logic Parenting Class and learn how to make parenting less stressful and chaotic, and more enjoyable!
These classes focuses on ages birth to 6 years.
Pizza lunch provided for adults at no cost. Childcare provided at no cost at 2nd Reformed Church located at 612 Broadway, Pella, IA.
To register go to www.familiesfirstofpella.org
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
City Square Park
Oskaloosa Vendor & Farmer's Market
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 18, 2022
3:00 pm · 6:00 pm
A nice home town Farmers Market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, handmade and home business vendor products.
For More InformationContact: Denise Rodwell
(641) 295-4137
drodwell@q.com
5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Gateway Church
Women's Health Night and Breast Cancer Awareness
140 Gateway Dr.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 18, 2022
5:30 pm · 8:00 pm
Join us for an evening of fellowship, food, information and community! We are honored to have a panel of experts to present on topics such as mammography, cancer care and infusion, radiology, primary care and more!
Free cholesterol and blood sugar checks for all our guests.
For More Information(641) 672-3237
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Trinity Reformed Church
Love & Logic Parenting Class
407 Franklin St.Pella, IA
Map to Event
October 20, 2022
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Try a FREE Love and Logic Parenting Class and learn how to make parenting less stressful and chaotic, and more enjoyable!
These classes focuses on all ages.
Supper for families and childcare provided at no cost.
To register go to www.familiesfirstofpella.org
6:00 pm
Mahaska County Extension
Plan, Shop, Save and Cook
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 20, 2022
6:00 pm
This free series will teach you to:
*Plan meals ahead
*Save money at the grocery store
*Understand food labels
*Cook healthy meals and snacks
*Find trustworthy recipes and resources online
Sessions last approximately one hour.
Call today to register!
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
striegel@iastate.edu
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Pumpkin Carving Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
Get creative with your pumpkin carving this year and possibly win some prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
7:30 am to 8:45 am
Smokey Row
Exchange Friday
109 S Market StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
7:30 am · 8:45 am
Exchange Friday takes place every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Smokey Row and is hosted by The Exchange for Entrepreneurs. If you are interested in starting a business, have already started a business, have questions or concerns, new business thoughts, or if you’re just curious, you, your friends and colleagues are welcome!
For More InformationContact: Pam Blomgren
(641) 660-7375
theexchange@theexchangeoskaloosa.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
11:00 am
Mahaska County Extension
Plan, Shop, Save and Cook
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
11:00 am
This free series will teach you to:
*Plan meals ahead
*Save money at the grocery store
*Understand food labels
*Cook healthy meals and snacks
*Find trustworthy recipes and resources online
Sessions last approximately one hour.
Call today to register!
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
striegel@iastate.edu
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
12:00 pm · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Pumpkin Carving Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
Get creative with your pumpkin carving this year and possibly win some prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:00 am
City Square Park
Oskaloosa Vendor & Farmer's Market
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 22, 2022
8:00 am · 11:00 am
A nice home town Farmers Market. Includes a good selection of LOCAL seasonal produce, honey, baked goods, handmade and home business vendor products.
For More InformationContact: Denise Rodwell
(641) 295-4137
drodwell@q.com
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 22, 2022
10:00 am · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Eveland Access Campgrounds
Halloween Bash at Eveland Access
2890 Galeston Ave.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 22, 2022
1:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Come out to Eveland Access Campground on Saturday, October 23rd for a 2nd for a day of fun family activities. The event will kick off at 1:00 pm with family games and contests for kids. Later in the afternoon everyone can participate in a costume parade and trick-or-treating. Back by popular demand, a night time auto tour to see the lighted displays of all the campsites will be held from 7-9:00 pm. Anyone going through the auto tour will be able to vote for their favorite campsite! What fun! Eveland Access Campground is located at 2890 Galeston Ave., Oskaloosa, IA 52577. Camping is available for $15.00 per night at a first-come, first-served basis. Campers are encouraged to decorate your campsite for a Halloween theme and hand out candy to trick-or-treaters.
For More InformationContact: Laura DeCook
(641) 673-9327
decook@mahaskacountyia.gov
Website
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Osky Open Bible
Trunk or Treat at Osky Open Bible
2063 245th St.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 22, 2022
2:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Come dressed in your best costume and visit different trunks for Halloween treats. Free, Fun, Fall, Family event!
For More InformationContact: Osky Open Bible
(641) 673-7136
4:00 pm
Sunnyslope Greenhouse
3rd Annual Scavenger Hunt and Fall Fun Night
1621 Hwy. 163Leighton, IA
Map to Event
October 22, 2022
4:00 pm
Scavenger Hunt and selfie stations! Games and prizes! This event just gets better every year!!!
For More Information(641) 626-3702
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Woodhaven Amphitheater
Pop-Up Movie: Jurassic Park
2300 8th Ave. EUniversity Park, IA
Map to Event
October 22, 2022
6:30 pm · 9:00 pm
George Daily Auditorium presents a thrilling pop-up movie at the Woodhaven Amphitheater to close the season! This is a great opportunity to introduce the next generation to the wonder AND the chills of Jurassic Park. OR, you can log your 292nd viewing out in the woods, where every crack of a branch has you looking around for dilophosaurus. "The gate" opens at 6, Trailers at 6:30, Expected movie start time is 6:45. Suggested donation: $6 Make sure to bring your hat, mittens, and blankets!
Sat., Oct. 22, 2022
For More InformationContact: George Daily Auditorium
(641) 672-0799
development@georgedaily.org
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Pumpkin Carving Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
Get creative with your pumpkin carving this year and possibly win some prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Pumpkin Carving Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
Get creative with your pumpkin carving this year and possibly win some prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Smokey Row
Ink Stains
109 S MarketOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 24, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Ink Stains is a group of area poets who meet to "read and workshop our own poetry with friendly, supportive discussion. Area poets are invited to join us. You'll know us by our Ink Stains table sign." Ink Stains meets on the second Monday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 pm (before Write Club), and the fourth Monday of each month from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
For More Informationinkstainspoets@gmail.com
Website
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Mahaska County Extension
Raising School Ready Readers
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 24, 2022
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
$5 per family - Registration form and payment are due by September 19.
Raising School Ready Readers is a series of five family literacy activity nights for parents and children ages 3-6. the program gives parents ready-to-use ideas on how to turn everyday experiences--like fixing meals, giving baths, or riding in the car--into learning activities. The Raising School Ready Readers program can help parents prepare their children to succeed in school and gain independence while having fun together as a family. Sessions focus on developing six core literacy areas: Concepts of Print, Phonological Awareness, Letter-Sound Knowledge, Oral Language, Comprehension, and Writing.
Light refreshments will be provided at each session and sibling care is available.
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Pumpkin Carving Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
Get creative with your pumpkin carving this year and possibly win some prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Pizza Ranch
Love & Logic Parenting Class
508 Main St.Pella, IA
Map to Event
October 25, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Try a FREE Love and Logic Parenting Class and learn how to make parenting less stressful and chaotic, and more enjoyable!
These classes focuses on ages birth to 6 years.
Pizza lunch provided for adults at no cost. Childcare provided at no cost at 2nd Reformed Church located at 612 Broadway, Pella, IA.
To register go to www.familiesfirstofpella.org
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Mahaska Health Door #1, Meeting Room
Diabetes Support Group - Holiday Season Eating Class
1229 C Avenue EastOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 25, 2022
3:00 pm · 4:00 pm
All classes are free!
Be one step closer to learning how to manage your diabetes.
For More Information(641) 672-3303
6:00 pm
Oskaloosa Public Library
Beginning Geneology
201 S. Market St.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 25, 2022
6:00 pm
Linda McCann will give a free presentation on how to get started with family geneology in room A/B on the third floor, sponsored by the Friends of the Oskaloosa Public Library.
Tues., Oct. 25, 6 pm
For More InformationContact: Marilyn Porter
(641) 673-7609
mdporter70@gmail.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Pumpkin Carving Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
Get creative with your pumpkin carving this year and possibly win some prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
5:30 pm
Nelson Pioneer Farm - Bradbury Hall
Prohibition in Eastern Iowa by Linda McCann
2211 Nelson LaneOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 26, 2022
5:30 pm
More details coming!
For More Information
Contact: Margaret Spiegel
(641) 672-2989
Mahaska Drug
Scarecrow Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 1, 2022
Bring in your best Scarecrow creation to be on display and possibly win prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
Mahaska Drug
Pumpkin Carving Contest
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 21, 2022
Get creative with your pumpkin carving this year and possibly win some prizes on November 2!
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
10:30 am to 1:30 pm
William Penn Activity Center
Job/Intership Fair
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 27, 2022
10:30 am · 1:30 pm
Recruit for all types of positions at the fair
*Internships for this semester, spring semester, the summer
*Full- and Part-time summer jobs
*Full-Time jobs for graduating students, alumni, and local job seekers
*Service learning/community service/volunteer positions (paid or unpaid; may be project-based)
Watch for full details and registration materials coming soon!
For More InformationContact: Debbie Stevens
(641) 673-2173
6:00 pm
Mahaska County Extension
Plan, Shop, Save and Cook
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 27, 2022
6:00 pm
This free series will teach you to:
*Plan meals ahead
*Save money at the grocery store
*Understand food labels
*Cook healthy meals and snacks
*Find trustworthy recipes and resources online
Sessions last approximately one hour.
Call today to register!
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
striegel@iastate.edu
Various locations
Bootique Crawl Retail Event
, IAOctober 28, 2022
2 Day Bootique Crawl!
-Central Iowa has some of the best boutiques around! We love coming together for this yearly event!
-Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29
-Grab your girlfriends and join us for our 5th Annual Boutique Crawl!! It's so much fun! Sales, giveaways, and of course shopping!!
-Participants include:
*New Sharon-
Style Me Crazy
*Grinnell-
Anna Kayte's
SheShed
*Pella
9Lilas
Funky Zebras Pella
*Oskaloosa-
Lu Roo & Co Boutique
Betsey's Boutique
Jen Miracle
*Sully-
LaRose Marie
-At your first stop, you will be given a punch card. You will need to stop at all the participating boutiques to be entered to win one of the many prizes!! And you guys, the prizes are amazing!! Winners will be announced the following week.
Follow this event for more details to come and possibly more locations!
**If you are a boutique in or around New Sharon, Oskaloosa, Grinnell or Pella and would like to be added to our event message us.
For More Information7:30 am to 8:45 am
Smokey Row
Exchange Friday
109 S Market StOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 28, 2022
7:30 am · 8:45 am
Exchange Friday takes place every Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Smokey Row and is hosted by The Exchange for Entrepreneurs. If you are interested in starting a business, have already started a business, have questions or concerns, new business thoughts, or if you’re just curious, you, your friends and colleagues are welcome!
For More InformationContact: Pam Blomgren
(641) 660-7375
theexchange@theexchangeoskaloosa.com
Website
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
11:00 am
Mahaska County Extension
Plan, Shop, Save and Cook
212 North I StreetOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 28, 2022
11:00 am
This free series will teach you to:
*Plan meals ahead
*Save money at the grocery store
*Understand food labels
*Cook healthy meals and snacks
*Find trustworthy recipes and resources online
Sessions last approximately one hour.
Call today to register!
For More InformationContact: Suzette Striegel
(641) 673-5841
striegel@iastate.edu
12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 28, 2022
12:00 pm · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Brews and Broomsticks 2022- An Experience Oskaloosa Event
200 High Ave WOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 28, 2022
4:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Grab your friends and head out for a frightening good time. Retailers in and around Oskaloosa will be having spooky deals and tasty treats that make you howl at the moon. 21+ Event. Start your night at Penn Central Mall to grab your wristband. Get your punch card and start your journey to each of the businesses. Make sure they punch your card so you can be entered to win $100 in Chamber Cash.
For More InformationContact: Eddie Pierson
(641) 670-7507
eddie@homeplatesportscards.com
Website
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Mahaska Drug
Brews and Broomsticks - Mahaska Drug
205 N E StOskaloosa, IA
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October 28, 2022
4:00 pm · 8:00 pm
In honor of the city wide Brews and Broomsticks event, Mahaska Drug will have refreshments, games, prizes, and great discounts! Event from 4-8 pm. Register for door prizes, enjoy cocoa, cider and cookies. Play Halloween Bingo and other fun games for a chance to win a special prize or gift card from Mahaska Drug. All Halloween and Fall items will be 75% off from 4-8 pm.
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
Website
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tassel Ridge Winery
Wine & Pasta Night by Reservation Only
1681 220th StreetLeighton, IA
Map to Event
October 28, 2022
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
5:00–8:00 p.m.—Served until 8:00p.m. Enjoy a glass of Tassel Ridge wine ($6–$12) with your favorites from our Wine and Pasta Night Menu. Begin with a Caesar Side Salad with Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, and Caesar Dressing ($4); then choose Pasta Bolognese with Meat Sauce and Penne ($11); Pasta Puttanesca with Green and Black Olives, Capers, and Penne ($11): Seafood Lasagna with Shrimp, Crab, Mozzarella, and Parmesan Alfredo Sauce; ($13); or an Italian Trio with Pasta Bolognese, Pasta Puttanesca, and Seafood Lasagna ($14). End your meal on a sweet note with Butterscotch Budino ($7). Seating is limited and is arranged to allow for Social Distancing. Masks are recommended to be worn in the Winery except while seated. The Tasting Bar will NOT be open, but Seated Tastings, also by Reservation only, will be available to enjoy before your meal. Our Seated Tastings include your choice of one of five Tasting Flights. Flights include Five Wines, Freshly Baked Bread, Frisian Farms Young Gouda, Tassel Ridge® Dipping Oil, and Red, White, & Blue® Wine Jelly and, depending on Flight, Warm Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts. Price $15-$25 per flight. Call the Winery at 641.672.WINE(9463) to make your reservations.
For More InformationContact: Greg Walter
(641) 672-9463
greg.w@tasselridge.com
Website
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
William Penn University Penn Activity Center
William Penn University Community Trick or Treat
201 Trueblood AveOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 28, 2022
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
This event will take place on Friday, October 28th at 5:30pm leading up to our William Penn Women’s Volleyball Game. We invite all of the community to come out and participate in the event. You can expect to see trick or treat booths across the PAC courts that have been set up by multiple campus organizations and athletic teams. Along with trick or treating we will have a competition for best costume that will be announced after the second set of the women's volleyball game. Kids receive free entry into the game and parents will receive a special ticket price at $2 (Boo-dollars). Trick or treating will end at 7:30pm that night.
For More InformationContact: Bailey Rimes
(850) 585-1861
Rimesb@wmpenn.edu
Website
Penn Central Mall Bootique Crawl Retail Event
Various locations
Bootique Crawl Retail Event
, IAOctober 29, 2022
2 Day Bootique Crawl!
-Central Iowa has some of the best boutiques around! We love coming together for this yearly event!
-Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29
-Grab your girlfriends and join us for our 5th Annual Boutique Crawl!! It's so much fun! Sales, giveaways, and of course shopping!!
-Participants include:
*New Sharon-
Style Me Crazy
*Grinnell-
Anna Kayte's
SheShed
*Pella
9Lilas
Funky Zebras Pella
*Oskaloosa-
Lu Roo & Co Boutique
Betsey's Boutique
Jen Miracle
*Sully-
LaRose Marie
-At your first stop, you will be given a punch card. You will need to stop at all the participating boutiques to be entered to win one of the many prizes!! And you guys, the prizes are amazing!! Winners will be announced the following week.
Follow this event for more details to come and possibly more locations!
**If you are a boutique in or around New Sharon, Oskaloosa, Grinnell or Pella and would like to be added to our event message us.
For More Information8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Penn Central Mall - South Hall
Halloween Downtown Tea Party
200 High Ave. WestOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 29, 2022
10:00 am · 2:00 pm
We invite you to our Downtown Tea Party on Saturday, October 29 between 10 AM-2 PM in the south hall at Penn Central Mall! This free event is for youth and families to complete hands-on activities & crafts, play games, and enjoy yummy snacks. Since tea party guests in the story bring items as they arrive, we're asking you to bring non-perishable food donations that we'll bring to the Ecumenical Food Cupboard. Food donations are not required. Costumes can be worn, but are not required.
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Autumn Acres
2421 Hwy. 92Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 29, 2022
10:00 am · 6:00 pm
$9 per person ages 3-adult
For More Information
(641) 672-1437
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Mahaska Drug
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
205 North E St.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 29, 2022
10:00 am · 2:00 pm
Turn in your unused or expired prescription medication for safe disposal.
Sponsored by Oskaloosa Police Department and Mahaska County Sheriff Department
For More Information4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
KIIC Enchanted Trail
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 29, 2022
4:00 pm · 6:00 pm
“KIIC Thunder Country and C1st Credit Union invite families and friends to take a walk along Oskaloosa’s Enchanted Trail, Saturday, October 29th from 4-6 pm. The three-tenths of a mile winding-fall-canopy walk is along some of the most beautiful on the Oskaloosa Trail System and starts at KB Auto – ending at Stephens Memorial Animal Shelter. There will be colorful characters along the route, along with candy and fun activities. This year’s theme is ‘Dr. Seuss’ and is free. Strollers are welcome, and this event is intended for kids ages 0-12. A shuttle will take you back to your vehicle or you can walk the pathway back. Plan for 30 minutes during the 4-6 pm time frame. So, grab your family and friends and enjoy nature, the exercise, and the fun! For the safety and respect of our dressed actors and everyone attending, we encourage your pets to sit this one out. This event will go on if we have light sprinkles, but in the event of inclement weather, monitor the KIIC Facebook page.”
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Central United Methodist Church
Trunk or Treat at Central Methodist Church
201 North MarketOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 30, 2022
2:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Get your treats from the trunk of a vehicle.
6:00 pm
First Christian Reformed Church
Community Reformation Service
815 N 11th St.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 30, 2022
6:00 pm
Sunday, October 30, a Community Reformation Service will be held at 6PM at the First Christian Reformed Church, 815 North 11th St. in Oskaloosa. Come join the celebration of faith through Scripture, Music, Message, Fellowship and Refreshments. Everyone is invited to attend. Questions? Call 641.673.4272.
For More InformationContact: Pastor Spronk
(641) 673-4272
firstcrcosky@mahaska.org
Website
Trick or Treat Night (city-wide)
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 31, 2022
The city wide Trick or Treat night is set for October 31.
More details coming soon!
8:00 am to 11:45 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Halloween Window Art StoryWalk
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 15, 2022
8:00 am · 11:45 pm
Start at Town Square Dental Care and walk your way around downtown Oskaloosa's Main Street District to read, Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party, and view all 18 of the amazing window paintings done by local artists.
For More Information
Contact: Amy Brainard
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
Website
4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Mahaska Drug
33rd Annual Autumn Fest
205 North E St.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 31, 2022
4:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Bring all your little ghosts, goblins, pirates, and Princesses for treats and refreshments.
No early lineups will be allowed.
No saving places in the line will be allowed.
Anyone using foul language or rude behavior will be asked to leave.
Please remember this is a fun family event.
In case of bad weather, the event will be moved to Tuesday, November 1.
For More InformationContact: Mahaska Drug
(641) 673-3439
mahaska_drug@yahoo.com
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Oskaloosa First Presbyterian Church
Trunk or Treat at Oskaloosa First Presbyterian Church
405 High Avenue EastOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 31, 2022
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Trunk or Treat in our church's north parking lot and in the fellowship hall.
For More InformationContact: Pastor Amy McGriff
(641) 673-8879
pastoramymcgriff@gmail.com
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
815 2nd Avenue East
Central Church Trunk or Treat
Oskaloosa, IAOctober 31, 2022
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Get your treats from a trunk.
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
St. Paul Congregational UCC
St. Paul/PFLAG Trick or Treat & Tunes
501 High Avenue EastOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
October 31, 2022
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Stop by the front steps of St. Paul during trick or treat night to warm up with hot cocoa and cider, plus spooky organ music from our own musician, "Count Jager." ALL are welcome at this open and affirming Halloween stop.
For More InformationContact: Rev. Melissa Sternhagen
(641) 673-7206
pastor@stpaulosky.org
Website
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