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VITA - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program

Get Your Taxes Done for FREE ! 

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program offers free tax help to the following:

- Married Couples and Heads of Households: 

• Income limit of $67,000 or less 

- Individuals:

• Income limit of $40,000 or less 

Call today to schedule an appointment!

Makerspace Lab - Open Session

OPEN Session

Writer's Room Wednesdays

George Daily Youtheatre

January 4 - March 5, 2023 

Wednesdays, 2:30-5:00pm 

Grades 6-12 

Registration Fee: $85.00 

Scholarships available 

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Makerspace Lab - Open Session

OPEN Session

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want more information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels
• Cook healthy meals and snacks
• Find trustworth recipes and resources online

Call or email to register

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Exchange Friday

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!

Elementary Homeschool Art Class

Elementary Homeschool Art Class - $130

Completely hands-on and geared toward elementary age students, this class explores different art-making techniques while traveling through the history of art. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead 
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels 
• Cook healthy meals and snacks 
• Find trustworthy recipes and resources online

Call or email to register! 

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

This class introduces students, ages 12-18, to a variety of 3-D techniques that serve as building blocks for a solid foundation in art making. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Makerspace Lab - Video Production/Photography

Learn all about Video Production & Photography.

Preschool Art Time

Preschool Art Time - $ 95.00

For ages 3-5

A special opportunity for littles to get their hands messy, Preschool Art Time is all about Process Art. 

Dates: Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 7, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

The 2023 Winter Concert Series

Sponsored by TruBank 

Performers:

Abbey Danowsky

The Chickadees

$5 Students & Members, $10 General Admission

Doors open at 6:30pm/Concert starts at 7pm 

FREE popcorn, BYOB 

Individuals under 21 are prohibited from consuming alcohol 

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Knee-High Naturalists "The Mitten" by Jan Brett

Come see the giant mitten! 

"The Mitten", is a wonderful winter story written and illustrated by Jan Brett. Following the reading of the story, kids will retell what happened to the animals and mitten using a BIG mitten. One of the animals that makes an appearance in the story will make an appearance to meet the kids - the hedgehog!

Registration is needed to participate. To sign up for this program, contact the Mahaska County Conservation Board by February 3rd. 

NAMI Connection Support Group

NAMI Connection is a support group for people living with mental health concerns. Participants learn from each other’s experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding. NAMI Connection is free and confidential for any member of the community ages 18 and up. All support groups are peer-led by trained individuals with lived experience. For questions or to sign up, please email us at info@namiscia.org. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. Through its programs and support groups, NAMI provides advocacy, education, and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI South Central Iowa serves Appanoose, Clarke, Davis, Decatur, Lucas, Mahaska, Marion, Monroe, Ringgold, Wapello, and Wayne counties.

Valentine Canvas Painting with Dora

Join Dora Olson in painting this dreamy cherry blossom and love birds canvas! $30

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Writer's Room Wednesdays

George Daily Youtheatre

January 4 - March 5, 2023 

Wednesdays, 2:30-5:00pm 

Grades 6-12 

Registration Fee: $85.00 

Scholarships available 

All-Ages Program with Pamyua

Experience Alaska's most famous Inuit band and join in a week of gatherings and music-making across Oskaloosa! Arts Midwest and the George Daily Auditorium are bringing indigenous Inuit cultural traditions to Oskaloosa as part of Arts Midwest World Fest.

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Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want more information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels
• Cook healthy meals and snacks
• Find trustworth recipes and resources online

Call or email to register

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Wine & Wood Fired Oven Pizza Night by Reservation Only

5:00–8:30 p.m.—Pizza served until 8:00 p.m. Enjoy a glass of Tassel Ridge wine ($6–$12) with your favorite individual Wood Fired Oven Pizza ($15). Choose an Apple Bacon Cheddar Pizza; a Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fresh Mozzarella; a Pepperoni, Black Olive, and Shredded Mozzarella Pizza; or a Sausage, Sun-Dried Tomato, and Shredded Mozzarella Pizza; and pair it with a Caesar Side Salad with Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, and Caesar Dressing ($4). 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 six Tasting Flights. Flights include five wines, freshly baked bread, Frisian Farms Young Gouda, and Tassel Ridge® Dipping Oil, 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.

Exchange Friday

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!

Elementary Homeschool Art Class

Elementary Homeschool Art Class - $130

Completely hands-on and geared toward elementary age students, this class explores different art-making techniques while traveling through the history of art. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead 
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels 
• Cook healthy meals and snacks 
• Find trustworthy recipes and resources online

Call or email to register! 

Homeschool Science Lab - "Sssssnakes!" 

"Sssssnakes!" 

The topic for February will be about "Snakes!" and kids will learn about snakes that live in Iowa, how they move and eat their prey. Participants will also meet the educational snakes at the Environmental Learning Center, and if they want, they can touch and hold the snake.

This program is free and reservations are needed to participate by February 8th. 

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

This class introduces students, ages 12-18, to a variety of 3-D techniques that serve as building blocks for a solid foundation in art making. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Lunch & Learn - Heart Health Awareness

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 at 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the YMCA on 3rd Street.  Please register by calling the Y at 641-673-8411.

Topic of the month:  Heart Health Awareness

Preschool Art Time

Preschool Art Time - $ 95.00

For ages 3-5

A special opportunity for littles to get their hands messy, Preschool Art Time is all about Process Art. 

Dates: Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 7, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

William Penn University Winter Open

Come play putt putt with us!

Art Uncorked

Whimsical Garden Social painting class. Register here. https://www.faceofmahaska.com/adult-classes

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Wine & Wood Fired Oven Calzones by Reservation Only

11:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m.—Calzones served until 8:00 p.m. Enjoy a glass of Tassel Ridge wine ($6–$12) with a Wood Fired Oven Calzone ($15). Choose an Apple Bacon Cheddar Calzone; a Margherita Calzone with Fresh Basil and Fresh Mozzarella; a Pepperoni, Black Olive, and Shredded Mozzarella Calzone; or a Sausage, Sun-Dried Tomato, and Shredded Mozzarella Calzone; and pair it with a Caesar Side Salad with Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, and Caesar Dressing ($4). 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 six Tasting Flights. Flights include five wines, freshly baked bread, Frisian Farms Young Gouda, and Tassel Ridge® Dipping Oil, 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.

Eggs & Issues

Special Speakers:

Iowa Great Places: Arts & Culture Roundtable

Valentine's Day Stellabration

Valentine's Snacks & Drinks, Special Sale Rack Starting at $7, Pick A Heart To Recieve 14-30% off

Enter To Win A Valentine's Day Gift Basket ($140 Value) 

Schedule one, get one half off with Esthetics by Lily

Fuzed Jewelry will be joining us from 9-2pm. Call the salon or message Lily to make appointment 

Winter Market

Shop local bakers, crafters, and farmers during the 2022-2023 Winter Farmers' Market at Penn Central Mall!

Jamaica Missions Valentines Fundraiser

Jamaica Mission Fundraiser for Jamaican Students.

Happy Valentines!

Get a Valentine's Day gift basket and candy for your Valentine.

Green Iowa Americorps - Mahaska Partnership Valentine Crafts

Stop by during the winter market and make some Valentine-themed crafts using recycled materials and learn about what upcycling is and its importance. 

All materials will be provided while supplies last. 

William Penn University Winter Open

Come play putt putt with us!

World Fest: Pamyua

World Fest: Pamyua

Saturday, February 11, 2023 • 3:00 p.m.

Adults $24, Students $10

Pamyua is Alaska’s most famous Inuit band. Founded in 1995 by brothers Phillip and Stephen Blanchett, the group includes Ossie Kairaiuak and frequent guest member Karina Moeller. Their performances honor and share indigenous Inuit cultural traditions through ceremony and songs passed down through generations. Their unique performances blend traditional Inuit drum/dance melodies with contemporary R&B and soul music, often referred to as “tribal funk” or “Inuit soul.”

Arts Midwest is bringing the folk music of Finland to Oskaloosa as part of Arts Midwest World Fest. Okra Playground will offer workshops in local schools and other community locations during a week-long residency in Oskaloosa.

Pamyua’s visit to Oskaloosa is made possible by a partnership between Arts Midwest, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Iowa Arts Council, and the George Daily Auditorium. The partnership will bring international artists to Oskaloosa through 2025.

Share the Love Drive-Thru Dinner & Online Auction

This year's event will offer a delicious drive thru take-out dinner catered by Cater 2 U.

$25 adult tickets

$10 children tickets

Raffle tickets for a chance to win a 14K white gold band with diamonds are $5 each or 5 for $20.  The raffle prize is kindly donated by Gardner-Collier Jewelry!

Dinner & Raffle tickets are available from Mahaska Health Hospice Auxiliary Member, Hospice Serenity House and Gardner Collier Jewelry, Oskaloosa.

Online Auction begins February 1st, and ends at 8:59 PM, Saturday, February 11th!  Auction baskets and donations are being accepted through February 1st.

Links to Share the Love Aparel, and tickets are online: mahaskahealth.org/share-the-love

Service charges will be applied to dinner tickets purchased online.

If you have questions or would like a committee member to pick up your auction item, please call Event Chair, Amber Coffey at 641-660-3216.

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Creative Juices

Pretty Pink Pig Social painting class for kids ages 6-12. $20/student Register your child here. https://www.faceofmahaska.com/youth-classes

NAMI Family Support Group

TruBank 140th Anniversary Facebook Trivia Contest

Celebrate TruBank's 140th Anniversary! Like and follow TruBank on Facebook for your chance to win the TruBank 140th Anniversary Facebook Trivia Contest! Visit the TruBank Facebook Page and post a comment on the 140th Anniversary Contest post on February 14th with what you believe the correct answer is. If more than one correct answer posted, the winner will be randomly selected. The winner will be announced February 15th. The winning prize for the February trivia question is an engraved single wine bottle Rosewood box with wine tools, a bottle of wine, and two stemless engraved wine glasses. For official rules, visit here. The trivia contest will occur on the 14th day of each month or next business day during 2023.

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Valentine’s Wine & Pasta Date Night

5:30–8:30 p.m. (served until 8:00 p.m.) Treat your Valentine to a casual romantic Date Night Dinner at Tassel Ridge Winery. Dinner begins with a Seated Wine Tasting Wine Flight consisting of the four wines on the Dinner Menu. The Wine Tasting will be followed by a Caprese Chopped Salad with Romaine, Grape Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, and Balsamic Vinaigrette paired with Tassel Ridge Prelude followed by a Pasta Trio including Chicken Piccata, Pasta Puttanesca, and Tri-Color Tortellini with Alfredo Sauce paired with your choice of Tassel Ridge Iowa Candleglow® White or Iowa Pizzeria & Pasta Too!®. For dessert, indulge in Hershey's® Chocolate Cheesecake paired with Tassel Ridge Oskyfizzante® Pink. Advance prepaid, non-refundable reservations required by Thursday, February 10. Call the Winery at 641.672.WINE (9463) to make reservations. $50 per person, plus tax—Harvest Club Member & 1 Guest: $45 per person, plus tax (includes dinner, wine paired with each course, tax, and gratuity). 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 six Tasting Flights. Flights include five wines, freshly baked bread, Frisian Farms Young Gouda, and Tassel Ridge® Dipping Oil, 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.

Valentines Make and Take Couples Class

Bring your sweetheart out to Sunnyslope and create either a live plants garden or a silk floral arrangement together!

Fun for both of you and time for a nice supper out after!

10$ class fee due per couple before class to hold your spot and pay the teacher.

Materials are a cost in addition to the class fee.

Mahaska Free Clinic

Free Clinics of Iowa and Love INC of Mahaska County bring to you...

Mahaska Free Clinic

2nd Tuesday of each month - check-ins welcome between 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

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Writer's Room Wednesdays

George Daily Youtheatre

January 4 - March 5, 2023 

Wednesdays, 2:30-5:00pm 

Grades 6-12 

Registration Fee: $85.00 

Scholarships available 

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Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want more information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels
• Cook healthy meals and snacks
• Find trustworth recipes and resources online

Call or email to register

February Meal

$8.00

Meal Includes:

Ham balls, cheesy potatoes, green beans, and dessert. 

Serving 5:30 pm to 7 pm or until run out

Everyone welcome, carryout available

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Exchange Friday

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!

Elementary Homeschool Art Class

Elementary Homeschool Art Class - $130

Completely hands-on and geared toward elementary age students, this class explores different art-making techniques while traveling through the history of art. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead 
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels 
• Cook healthy meals and snacks 
• Find trustworthy recipes and resources online

Call or email to register! 

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

This class introduces students, ages 12-18, to a variety of 3-D techniques that serve as building blocks for a solid foundation in art making. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

O.W.L.S. Lunch & Learn "Making Bird Treats"

The Mahaska County Conservation Board invites adults of any age to the O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls) Lunch & Learn program on Friday, February 17th from 11:30 am -12:30 pm at the Mahaska County Environmental Learning Center at Caldwell Park. This month, we will start the the program with lunch and visit each other . Afterwards, we will have fun while we make bird food treats to take home for your backyard birds. Don't forget to bring a friend and a lunch! Please let us know if you are coming so we have supplies ready for all participants. Reservations are made by contacting MCCB at (641)673-9327 or decook@mahaskacountyia.gov. The Environmental Learning Center is located at 2342 Hwy. 92 East, Oskaloosa.

Preschool Art Time

Preschool Art Time - $ 95.00

For ages 3-5

A special opportunity for littles to get their hands messy, Preschool Art Time is all about Process Art. 

Dates: Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 7, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Knights of Columbus Mar-Di Gras Dance

Entertainment provided by Father Troy and the "Good News".

It's fat Tuesday on a Friday Night.

Sample Cajun food and drink, and dance the Knight away!!

No charge!

Everyone welcome!

Doors open at 6 PM

Free will donations are appreciated!

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Mahaska Health Community Cholesterol Screening

Join us for FREE Cholesterol checks, sleep quality assessments, blood pressure advice from our health experts and Providers, and healthy cooking tips, this event shines a spotlight on knowing your numbers.

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction Silent Auction Starts Feb 18th and ends February 23rd at 8:00 PM Dinner February 24th 5:00-7:00 PM Live Auction February 24th @ 7:00 PM

Eagles Steak Night

Steak, Potato, Salad, and Dinner Eoll 

Only $16 

Open to the Public - Everyone welcome 

Carryout Available 

Music to Follow 

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Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction Silent Auction Starts Feb 18th and ends February 23rd at 8:00 PM Dinner February 24th 5:00-7:00 PM Live Auction February 24th @ 7:00 PM

Hot Beef Sandwich

$9

Meal includes:

Hot beef sandwich, mashed potatoes with gravy, vegetable & dessert

Everyone welcome, Carry out available

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Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction Silent Auction Starts Feb 18th and ends February 23rd at 8:00 PM Dinner February 24th 5:00-7:00 PM Live Auction February 24th @ 7:00 PM

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed-Media

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed Media - $80

Ages: 13-18

Art Enrichment is designed for the student who just can’t get enough art during school hours or may want to explore and learn something new.

In Session 2 we will explore various methods and techniques for mixed-media art-making.

Feb. 20, 21, 22, 23 (M-TH) 

Mahaska County Historical Society Annual Meeting

All members welcome - encouraged to bring guests interested in joining the Society. 

Potluck begins at 6:30pm -- Bring a dish to pass/own table service 

Brief business meeting to approve 2023 budget and Memorial to Deceased Members before the program 

Program: Historic Photography: Collecting and Preserving by Drew Roozeboom

Program begins at c. 7:00pm

The local history program is open to the public: beginning at 7:15pm.

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Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction Silent Auction Starts Feb 18th and ends February 23rd at 8:00 PM Dinner February 24th 5:00-7:00 PM Live Auction February 24th @ 7:00 PM

NAMI Connection Support Group

NAMI Connection is a support group for people living with mental health concerns. Participants learn from each other’s experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding. NAMI Connection is free and confidential for any member of the community ages 18 and up. All support groups are peer-led by trained individuals with lived experience. For questions or to sign up, please email us at info@namiscia.org. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization. Through its programs and support groups, NAMI provides advocacy, education, and support for individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI South Central Iowa serves Appanoose, Clarke, Davis, Decatur, Lucas, Mahaska, Marion, Monroe, Ringgold, Wapello, and Wayne counties.

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed-Media

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed Media - $80

Ages: 13-18

Art Enrichment is designed for the student who just can’t get enough art during school hours or may want to explore and learn something new.

In Session 2 we will explore various methods and techniques for mixed-media art-making.

Feb. 20, 21, 22, 23 (M-TH) 

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Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction Silent Auction Starts Feb 18th and ends February 23rd at 8:00 PM Dinner February 24th 5:00-7:00 PM Live Auction February 24th @ 7:00 PM

Jamaican Missions Prom and Wedding Dress Store

Jamaican Missions Green 

Dress Prom Store 

Opens February 22, 2023 to March 22, 2023 

Hours: 

Wednesday 2pm to 6pm

Friday 1pm to 4pm 

Saturday 12pm to 3pm 

Writer's Room Wednesdays

George Daily Youtheatre

January 4 - March 5, 2023 

Wednesdays, 2:30-5:00pm 

Grades 6-12 

Registration Fee: $85.00 

Scholarships available 

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed-Media

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed Media - $80

Ages: 13-18

Art Enrichment is designed for the student who just can’t get enough art during school hours or may want to explore and learn something new.

In Session 2 we will explore various methods and techniques for mixed-media art-making.

Feb. 20, 21, 22, 23 (M-TH) 

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Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction Silent Auction Starts Feb 18th and ends February 23rd at 8:00 PM Dinner February 24th 5:00-7:00 PM Live Auction February 24th @ 7:00 PM

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed-Media

Art Enrichment for Teens! Session 2: Mixed Media - $80

Ages: 13-18

Art Enrichment is designed for the student who just can’t get enough art during school hours or may want to explore and learn something new.

In Session 2 we will explore various methods and techniques for mixed-media art-making.

Feb. 20, 21, 22, 23 (M-TH) 

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want more information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels
• Cook healthy meals and snacks
• Find trustworth recipes and resources online

Call or email to register

Wine & Wood Fired Oven Pizza Night by Reservation Only

5:00–8:30 p.m.—Pizza served until 8:00 p.m. Enjoy a glass of Tassel Ridge wine ($6–$12) with your favorite individual Wood Fired Oven Pizza ($15). Choose an Apple Bacon Cheddar Pizza; a Beef Taco Pizza with Cheddar, Lettuce, Black Olives, Tortilla Chips, Shredded Mozzarella, and Salsa; a Margherita Pizza with Fresh Basil and Fresh Mozzarella; a Pepperoni, Black Olive, and Shredded Mozzarella Pizza; and pair it with a Caesar Side Salad with Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, and Caesar Dressing ($4). 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 six Tasting Flights. Flights include five wines, freshly baked bread, Frisian Farms Young Gouda, and Tassel Ridge® Dipping Oil, 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.

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction

Oskaloosa Christian School Bids for Kids Auction Silent Auction Starts Feb 18th and ends February 23rd at 8:00 PM Dinner February 24th 5:00-7:00 PM Live Auction February 24th @ 7:00 PM

Jamaican Missions Prom and Wedding Dress Store

Jamaican Missions Green 

Dress Prom Store 

Opens February 22, 2023 to March 22, 2023 

Hours: 

Wednesday 2pm to 6pm

Friday 1pm to 4pm 

Saturday 12pm to 3pm 

Exchange Friday

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!

Special Guest at Exchange!!

SPECIAL GUEST during EXCHANGE FRIDAY FEBRUARY 24!! Kelly Prickett, Director, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development Initiatives with SBDC (America's SBDC Iowa) will be our special presenter offering everything you want/need to know about Business Plans. (Smokey Row Meeting Room, 7:30A). Interested? No special invitations required to attend Exchange. We’ll see you there!

Elementary Homeschool Art Class

Elementary Homeschool Art Class - $130

Completely hands-on and geared toward elementary age students, this class explores different art-making techniques while traveling through the history of art. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook

Plan, Shop, Save, and Cook 

Want information to help tame the food budget in 2023? Join ISU Extension and Outreach Mahaska County for a FREE series where we will learn to: 

• Plan meals ahead 
• Save money at the grocery store
• Understand food labels 
• Cook healthy meals and snacks 
• Find trustworthy recipes and resources online

Call or email to register! 

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

Secondary Homeschool Art Class

This class introduces students, ages 12-18, to a variety of 3-D techniques that serve as building blocks for a solid foundation in art making. Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 1, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Preschool Art Time

Preschool Art Time - $ 95.00

For ages 3-5

A special opportunity for littles to get their hands messy, Preschool Art Time is all about Process Art. 

Dates: Jan 20, 27; Feb 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar 3, 10, 24, 31; Apr 7, 14, 21. No class on March 17.

Jamaican Missions Prom and Wedding Dress Store

Jamaican Missions Green 

Dress Prom Store 

Opens February 22, 2023 to March 22, 2023 

Hours: 

Wednesday 2pm to 6pm

Friday 1pm to 4pm 

Saturday 12pm to 3pm 

Eggs & Issues

Special Speakers:

Iowa Senate #19 Ken Rozenboom

Iowa House #88 Helena Hayes and Iowa House #37 Barb Kniff-McCulla

Houseplant and Succulent Care Class with Make and Take Garden

Come out and ask all the plant care questions that have been troubling you!

Create a succulent or houseplant garden, and just have fun!

Class fee is 10$ and it gets you registered and pays the teacher. Materials for the gardens are an additional cost.

Call or stop by to register!

Oskaloosa Sports Card Expo

Collector and Vendor Fair

Spring Wreath Class

Choose from 4 designs to make a beautiful wreath to adorn your front door!
$50

Collector and Vendor Fair

Afternoon Story Time | Dora

NAMI Family Support Group

Rhyme Time | Mother Goose

Raising School Ready Readers

Iowa State University and Outreach - Mahaska County is offering a series of family literacy activity nights for parents and children ages 3-6. 

The Raising School Reader Readers program gives parents ready-to-use ideas on how to turn everyday experiences (fixing meals, giving baths, or riding in the car) into learning activites. The program can help parents prepare their children to succeed in schoool and gain independence while having fun together as a family. 

Six Core Literacy Areas: Concepts of Print, Phonological Awareness, Letter-Sound Knowledge, Oral Language, Comprehension and Writing. 

Five sessions scheduled monthly on Tuesdays (1/31, 2/28, 3/28, 4/25, 5/23). 

Sessions begin at 5:30pm with the Mahaska Extension Office motto "come as much as you can and miss when you must." 

Snacks are provided along with take home activites. Sibling care is available if needed. 

Cost is $5 per family for all 5 sessions. Registration and payment are due by January 25, 2023.

Registration is avaiblabe at Mahaska County Extension office or http://www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska