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12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Inflatables
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 1, 2026
12:00 pm · 5:00 pm
Bring the family to Penn Central Mall to experience Lazer Alley Inflatables on the first Sunday of every month in November through March! Bring the kids by this winter to burn off some energy indoors!
Unlimited play for $5!
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Full Bloom Brewhouse
Puzzles and Pints
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 1, 2026
2:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Family-friendly puzzle showdown
- Teams of 3-4 have two hours to complete a 500-piece puzzle
- Prizes for the fastest times
- Free to play
ISU Extension and Outreach
ServSafe® Food Safety Certification Class
212 N I StOskaloosa, IA
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February 3, 2026
ServSafe® Food Safety Certification Class
Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach is offering a food safety training for food service managers on February 3, 2026, at the Mahaska County Extension Office located at 212 N. I Street in Oskaloosa. If inclement weather requires cancellation a snow date of February 10 has been scheduled. Registrations close three weeks before the class on January 13, 2026.
“Certification in ServSafe® meets the Iowa Food Code requirements to have a certified food protection manager in all establishments,” said Cathy Drost, class instructor and ISU Extension and Outreach Health & Human Sciences Educator. "We live in a time when food safety hazards and risks are prevalent. Serving safe food is mandatory. This eight-hour program aims to train food service professionals about food safety requirements and best practices to meet them.”
According to Drost, the program is based on the National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe® certification program and the Iowa Food Code. The class is beneficial for foodservice managers from all areas such as schools, restaurants, convenience stores, child care, senior meal sites and health care. Participants will receive a copy of the ServSafe® Manager training manual and will take the ServSafe® certification exam.
For more information about the program, contact Suzette Striegel at striegel@iastate.edu or call (641) 673-5841. Visit www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/servsafe/ to register for the course.
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Environmental Learning Center
Pinecone Animal Craft & Nature Hike
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 3, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Join us for a fun time making animals out of pinecones and then for a hike outdoors to look for signs of animals.
Pre-registration is needed. Please sign up by noon on February 2 using this link: https://www.mycountyparks.com/.../Pinecone-Animal-Craft
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 3, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Environmental Learning Center
Knee-High Naturalists “Songbird Sweets Craft”
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 4, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
This free program is designed for children ages 5 and younger. This month, our little learners will explore what birds eat,
discover how different foods help them stay healthy in winter, and make a special bird treat to take home. Join us for
hands-on fun, simple science, and a chance to help our feathered friends! Pre-registration is needed, and you can sign up
using the QR code on this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Open Mic Nights
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 4, 2026
5:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Every Wednesday in February from 5-7pm
5:30 pm to 6:45 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center
Drawn Together
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 4, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:45 pm
5:30 pm to 6:45 pm
The Oskaloosa Art Center
Drawn Together
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 4, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:45 pm
Kids ages 7-10 and their grown-ups get a chance to slow down, get messy, and make something beautiful together!
10:00 am
Penn Central Mall
Penn Central RC Swap Meet
200 High Ave WOskaloosa, IA
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February 7, 2026
10:00 am
SAVE THE DATE !!! Iowa’s largest RC Swap Meet. Free table setup (tables provided) and free admission!
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Zoom & Centerville
NAMI Family Support Group
828 S. 18thCenterville, IA
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February 9, 2026
5:00 pm · 6:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 5 p.m.- 6 p.m. via Zoom and in person at the St. Mary’s Catholic School (828 S. 18th St., Centerville). All of our support groups are free, confidential, and open to any member of our community over the age of 18. To sign up or for questions, please email us at info@namiscia.org or call/text 64-216-3114. We hope to see you there!
For More InformationContact: NAMI South Central Iowa
(641) 216-3114
info@namiscia.org
Website
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
The Oskaloosa Art Center
Creative Jucies
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 9, 2026
6:00 pm · 7:30 pm
Creative Juices is a monthly social painting class just for kids (ages 6 to 12).
Art projects will vary but the fun will stay the same!
$20 per class, additional sibling $10
Instructor: Briana Bartlett
Select a session and register here: https://faceofmahaska.com/creative-juices/
5:15 pm to 6:15 pm
Zoom
NAMI Connection Support Group
February 10, 2026
5:15 pm · 6:15 pm
NAMI Connection Support Group is for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. All our support groups are free, confidential, and open to any member of our community over the age of 18. NAMI Connection Support Group meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month from 5:15 p.m. until 6:15 p.m. via Zoom. To sign up or for questions, please email us at info@namiscia.org or call/text 64-216-3114. We hope to see you there!
For More InformationContact: NAMI South Central Iowa
(641) 216-3114
info@namiscia.org
Website
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 10, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Environmental Learning Center
Homeschool Science Lab “Gravity Games”
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 11, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Get ready to drop, launch, roll, and explore! In this program, homeschool students will dive into
Newton’s laws of motion and discover how gravity shapes the way things move. We’ll
investigate both the challenges and the surprising benefits of gravity, then put our learning
into action with hands-on experiments and fun gravity challenges. A perfect blend of science,
creativity, and active learning! Pre-registration is needed, and you can sign up using the QR
code on this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Open Mic Nights
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 11, 2026
5:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Every Wednesday in February from 5-7pm
7:00 pm
Triple Espresso
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 11, 2026
7:00 pm
Triple Espresso tells the story of three guys whose bid for showbiz fame and fortune ended in 4-minutes of magnificent failure on national television. Hugh Butternut, Buzz Maxwell, and Bobby Bean tell their rags-to-rags story earnestly, with hysterical results.
Butternut is a musician, a vulnerable soul with a lounge lizard smile; Maxwell is an uncertain magician with an attitude; and Bean is an irrepressible, all-over-the-map entertainer with big dreams. The laughter is infectious and the comedy appeals to everyone from first graders to grandparents.
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Galentine's Party
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 12, 2026
10:00 am · 6:00 pm
Grab your girlfriends for a fun day or evening out at our Galentine’s Event!
Shop, sip, and support your local businesses with giveaways + exclusive discounts!
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Oskaloosa YMCA
Sharing our Strength
1521 Green StreetOskaloosa, IA
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February 12, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
Join the Mahaska Health Oncology Care Team for "Sharing our Strength", a support group for those in our community who have been affected by cancer.
For More InformationContact: Oncology Care Team
(641) 676-7283
oncologycareteam@mahaskahealth.org
Website
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Environmental Learning Center
Slime Making S.T.E.M Lab
2342 hwy 92Oskaloosa, IA
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February 12, 2026
6:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Join us for a fun S.T.E.M. Lab making SLIME! Each participant will get to make their own slime to take home.
Pre-registration is needed to reserve a seat and supplies. Please sign up by noon on February 11 using this link:
https://www.mycountyparks.com/.../Slime-Making-S-T-E-M-Lab
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Environmental Learning Center
Storybook Players Return
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 13, 2026
11:00 am · 12:00 pm
Oskaloosa High School’s popular Storybook Players will bring their talents to the
Environmental Learning Center this year with a fun and engaging lineup of
performances. Audiences will enjoy The Golden Goose, Peter and the Wolf,
Scrunch’s Magical Pinecone, and Scooby-Don’t, each presented with the troupe’s
signature creativity and energy. The event will feature interactive performances
and student-led theatre, offering a lively and immersive experience for children
and adults alike. Seats fill quickly! Registration is not needed, just arrive early to
get a seat!
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
The Oskaloosa Art Center
Art Uncorked!
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 13, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
8:30 am to 9:30 am
Smokey Row Coffee - Oskaloosa
Coffee & Conversation
109 S Market, St.Oskaloosa, IA
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February 14, 2026
8:30 am · 9:30 am
The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is getting ready for the Coffee & Conversation events. This engaging series of informative sessions provides Mahaska County residents with invaluable insights to state, county and local topics, fostering opportunities for community members to meet, learn, and discuss subjects important to community improvement. Join us at Smokey Row (109 S Market, St., Oskaloosa) from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for these enlightening conversations. A special thank you to MidWestOne Bank for sponsoring coffee for all attendees.
The dates for Coffee & Conversation and panel speakers are as follows:
January 10, 2026- City of Oskaloosa and Mahaska County
January 24, 2026 – Iowa Senate #19 Ken Rozenboom and Iowa Senate #44 Adrian Dickey, Iowa House #88 Helena Hayes and Iowa House #37 Barb Kniff-McCulla
February 14, 2026 – Mahaska County Schools including Oskaloosa Community Schools, Oskaloosa Christian School, North Mahaska School and Eddyville Fremont Schools
February 28, 2026 - Iowa Senate #19 Ken Rozenboom and Iowa Senate #44 Adrian Dickey, Iowa House #88 Helena Hayes and Iowa House #37 Barb Kniff-McCulla
March 14, 2026- Mahaska Health
March 28, 2026 - Iowa Senate #19 Ken Rozenboom and Iowa Senate #44 Adrian Dickey, Iowa House #88 Helena Hayes and Iowa House #37 Barb Kniff-McCulla
Please reach out to Deann De Groot at the Chamber with any questions about the forum at ddegroot@mahaskachamber.org or by phone 641.672.2591.
We hope you will join us!
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Winter Market
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 14, 2026
10:00 am · 1:00 pm
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Hy-Vee
Candy Kabob-Making Class
110 S D St.Oskaloosa, IA
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February 14, 2026
10:00 am · 1:00 pm
Build Your Own Candy Kabob! Sweeten your Valentine’s Day with a hands-on candy experience! Mix, match, and stack your favorite Valentine’s gummies onto a skewer to create the ultimate candy kabob.
Saturday, Feb. 14
@10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Perfect for kids, families, and anyone with a sweet tooth. Don’t miss this fun Valentine’s Day treat!
Hy-Vee Kids Club is a free program for families to join, making grocery shopping fun and memorable for kids. By joining the program, kids can receive a free surprise in each department every time they shop, a personalized Hy-Vee name tag, and a birthday coupon for bakery-fresh cupcakes. Plus, families can participate in free monthly scavenger hunts and kids' events.
Learn more: https://www.hy-vee.com/kids-club
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
RC Races
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 14, 2026
12:00 pm · 5:00 pm
4:00 pm
Trio Entertainment Complex
Valentine's Day dinner special
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 14, 2026
4:00 pm
Valentine’s Day dinner special
Treat your Valentine to All-You-Can-Eat Crab Legs
Served with fries & coleslaw
Starts at 4PM
60 per person
Perfect for a date night that’s a little extra.
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Environmental Learning Center
Nature Documentary "African Lion"
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 17, 2026
1:00 pm · 2:30 pm
This visually stunning wildlife feature offers an up-close look at life within an African lion pride. Follow their daily
challenges, family bonds, and survival struggles on the savanna, all captured through immersive, cinematic storytelling.
Both engaging and educational, it highlights the strength, beauty, and social complexity of these iconic big cats. Feel free
to bring a drink and snacks. Save your seat by signing up
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 17, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Open Mic Nights
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 18, 2026
5:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Every Wednesday in February from 5-7pm
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Environmental Learning Center
OWLS Program "Pine Needle Sachet Craft"
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 20, 2026
1:00 pm · 2:00 pm
Adults of all ages are invited to join our O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls) program! Bring a friend and enjoy a relaxing, hands-on session as we make fragrant pine needle sachets. These natural sachets are simple to create and perfect to take home and use in drawers, closets, or as a calming winter scent. Come for the craft, stay for the conversation!
Pre-registration is needed to reserve supplies!
You can sign up using this link:
https://www.mycountyparks.com/.../OWLS-Program-Pine...
You can also sign up by calling (641)673-9327 or emailing decook@mahakacountyia.gov.
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Zoom & Centerville
NAMI Family Support Group
828 S. 18thCenterville, IA
Map to Event
February 23, 2026
5:00 pm · 6:00 pm
NAMI Family Support Group is for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 5 p.m.- 6 p.m. via Zoom and in person at the St. Mary’s Catholic School (828 S. 18th St., Centerville). All of our support groups are free, confidential, and open to any member of our community over the age of 18. To sign up or for questions, please email us at info@namiscia.org or call/text 64-216-3114. We hope to see you there!
For More InformationContact: NAMI South Central Iowa
(641) 216-3114
info@namiscia.org
Website
5:15 pm to 6:15 pm
Zoom
NAMI Connection Support Group
February 24, 2026
5:15 pm · 6:15 pm
NAMI Connection Support Group is for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. All our support groups are free, confidential, and open to any member of our community over the age of 18. NAMI Connection Support Group meets on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month from 5:15 p.m. until 6:15 p.m. via Zoom. To sign up or for questions, please email us at info@namiscia.org or call/text 64-216-3114. We hope to see you there!
For More InformationContact: NAMI South Central Iowa
(641) 216-3114
info@namiscia.org
Website
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 24, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
3:45 pm
Penn Central Mall
WPU Pep Band Performance
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 25, 2026
3:45 pm
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Open Mic Nights
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 25, 2026
5:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Every Wednesday in February from 5-7pm
The Oskaloosa Art Center
Open Wall/Open Stage
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 26, 2026
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Central Church
IF:One Night
815 2nd Ave EOskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
February 27, 2026
6:00 pm · 10:00 pm
All ladies are invited to join us for a night of fellowship, prayer, worship and messages for this years IF: One Night event. From 6:00 - 10:00 PM, we will watch the livestream event from Dallas. You are welcome for the whole time or part of the time. Come when you can, leave when you must. Arrive early at 5:30 for fellowship time together before the livestream begins.
To register for this event, please visit this link: https://subsplash.com/centralchurch-ia/lb/ev/+42n8szb
*Doors open at 5:30 PM. Event starts at 6:00 PM
8:30 am to 9:30 am
Smokey Row Coffee - Oskaloosa
Coffee & Conversation
109 S Market, St.Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
February 28, 2026
8:30 am · 9:30 am
The Mahaska Chamber & Development Group is getting ready for the Coffee & Conversation events. This engaging series of informative sessions provides Mahaska County residents with invaluable insights to state, county and local topics, fostering opportunities for community members to meet, learn, and discuss subjects important to community improvement. Join us at Smokey Row (109 S Market, St., Oskaloosa) from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for these enlightening conversations. A special thank you to MidWestOne Bank for sponsoring coffee for all attendees.
The dates for Coffee & Conversation and panel speakers are as follows:
January 10, 2026- City of Oskaloosa and Mahaska County
January 24, 2026 – Iowa Senate #19 Ken Rozenboom and Iowa Senate #44 Adrian Dickey, Iowa House #88 Helena Hayes and Iowa House #37 Barb Kniff-McCulla
February 14, 2026 – Mahaska County Schools including Oskaloosa Community Schools, Oskaloosa Christian School, North Mahaska School and Eddyville Fremont Schools
February 28, 2026 - Iowa Senate #19 Ken Rozenboom and Iowa Senate #44 Adrian Dickey, Iowa House #88 Helena Hayes and Iowa House #37 Barb Kniff-McCulla
March 14, 2026- Mahaska Health
March 28, 2026 - Iowa Senate #19 Ken Rozenboom and Iowa Senate #44 Adrian Dickey, Iowa House #88 Helena Hayes and Iowa House #37 Barb Kniff-McCulla
Please reach out to Deann De Groot at the Chamber with any questions about the forum at ddegroot@mahaskachamber.org or by phone 641.672.2591.
We hope you will join us!
10:00 am
Penn Central Mall
RC Races
Oskaloosa, IAFebruary 28, 2026
10:00 am
7:30 pm
Studio Osky
PANIC! At the Sock Hop
212 N Market StOskaloosa, IA
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February 28, 2026
7:30 pm
Grab your poodle skirts, skinny ties, and emotional baggage- this isn't your parents' sock-hop. It's a 1950's-style dance night soundtracked by peak emo anthems, where broken hearts sway to the beat and heavy eyeliner is encouraged. Spin under the lights of Studio Osky, scream the lyrics you know by heart, and dance like "your not okay (we promise)". This is where the Black Parade meets the dance floor. Cry a little, Dance A LOT. PRE-Ticket sales (presale limited available amount): JANUARY 1st NOON CST. $15 Regular ticket: $25 LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE Live music and DJ! 21+ event FB Messenger for details! Venmo Studio Osky for Pre-sale!
For More InformationContact: Lauren Terrell
(641) 569-5388
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