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November 1
Inflatables
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Inflatables
Oskaloosa, IA
November 1, 2026
12:00 pm · 5:00 pm
$5 to jump.
November 3
MAKE Time
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
FACE of Mahaska County
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 3, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Bingo
6:30 pm
The Eagles
Bingo
Oskaloosa, IA
November 3, 2026
6:30 pm
Supper @5:30, Bingo starting at 6:30
November 4
Knee-High Naturalists “Feathered Friends”
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Environmental Learning Center
Knee-High Naturalists “Feathered Friends”
Oskaloosa, IA
November 4, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Children ages 5 and younger are invited to have some fun with our feathered friends! We’ll learn about birds, what they eat, and how bird feeders help them find food. Each child will make a bird treat to take home and place in their yard. We’ll also venture
outdoors to help feed the birds at the Environmental Learning Center! Pre-registrations are needed, and you can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
10:30 am
Oskaloosa Public Library
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 4, 2026
10:30 am
Power Lunch: Why Good Employees Stay
11:45 am to 1:00 pm
The Hub
Power Lunch: Why Good Employees Stay
108 1st Ave E
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 4, 2026
11:45 am · 1:00 pm
Why Good Employees Stay with Don McKee
All sessions will be held at The Hub, 108 First Ave. East in Oskaloosa. Lunch is served at 11:45 a.m., with the program running from noon to 1 p.m. Mahaska Chamber members are just $15 per session, and nonmembers are $40. A catered lunch is included.
Come for one. Come for several. Come for all eight. Bring a colleague, meet other local business leaders, and leave with ideas you can put to work right away.
Advance registration is required to make sure we have lunch for everyone, so reserve your seat today:
https://osky.us/PowerLunchRegistration
We’re excited about this lineup and hope you’ll join us this fall.
Please forward this to additional people who might be interested in attending.
For More Information
Website
Painting Workshop
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center and Studios
Painting Workshop
Oskaloosa, IA
November 4, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
November 6
Coffee Club
9:00 am to 10:00 am
Environmental Learning Center
Coffee Club
Oskaloosa, IA
November 6, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am
Drop in and join us for fresh coffee and tasty treats on a Coffee Club day. We talk about upcoming
programs, volunteer opportunities with Mahaska County Conservation, and about everything in nature.
This month, bring a coffee cup or mug and a thankful comment to share to take part in a door prize.
Registration is not needed, and we meet upstairs in the Discovery Lab.
November 7
RC Races
Penn Central Mall
RC Races
Oskaloosa, IA
November 7, 2026
Vendor Fair
10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Vendor Fair
Oskaloosa, IA
November 7, 2026
10:00 am · 7:00 pm
Visit Stam's for a vendor fair and find some Christmas decor and plants to decorate for the holiday season, or shop for your loved ones and pick out the perfect house plant.
Guitar Circle
12:30 pm
Studio Osky
Guitar Circle
1501 3rd Ave W
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 7, 2026
12:30 pm
This guitar circle is hosted by Stringed Theory. Do you play guitar? Want to jam with other guitarist in your community? Come to Stringed Theory's Guitar Circle! Every first Saturday of the month at Studio Osky from 12:30pm until we feel like quitting, it's completely free, open to all genre's, ages and levels! Join in the fun! Snacks provided, all you need to bring is your guitar (and amp if you need one). See you there!
For More Information
Contact: Brittany Bedford
(641) 856-9069
Contact@stringedtheory.com
Karaoke Night & Foxy
6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
The Eagles
Karaoke Night & Foxy
Oskaloosa, IA
November 7, 2026
6:30 pm · 11:00 pm
November 8
Sunday Dinner
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
The Eagles
Sunday Dinner
Oskaloosa, IA
November 8, 2026
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Men's Meeting
6:30 pm
The Eagles
Men's Meeting
Oskaloosa, IA
November 8, 2026
6:30 pm
November 9
Creative Juices
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
FACE of Mahaska County
Creative Juices
115 1st Ave W
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 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!
Sign up to claim your spot below!
https://faceofmahaska.com/creat
November 10
MAKE Time
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
FACE of Mahaska County
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 10, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Bingo
6:30 pm
The Eagles
Bingo
Oskaloosa, IA
November 10, 2026
6:30 pm
Supper @5:30, Bingo starting at 6:30
November 11
STEAM Story Time
10:30 am
Oskaloosa Public Library
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 11, 2026
10:30 am
Power Lunch: Turn Customers Into Connections
11:45 am to 1:00 pm
The Hub
Power Lunch: Turn Customers Into Connections
108 1st Ave E
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 11, 2026
11:45 am · 1:00 pm
Turn Customers Into Connections with Jennifer Thomas and Barb Baker of the Iowa Center for Economic Success
All sessions will be held at The Hub, 108 First Ave. East in Oskaloosa. Lunch is served at 11:45 a.m., with the program running from noon to 1 p.m. Mahaska Chamber members are just $15 per session, and nonmembers are $40. A catered lunch is included.
Come for one. Come for several. Come for all eight. Bring a colleague, meet other local business leaders, and leave with ideas you can put to work right away.
Advance registration is required to make sure we have lunch for everyone, so reserve your seat today:
https://osky.us/PowerLunchRegistration
We’re excited about this lineup and hope you’ll join us this fall.
Please forward this to additional people who might be interested in attending.
For More Information
Website
Painting Workshop
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center and Studios
Painting Workshop
Oskaloosa, IA
November 11, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
November 12
Sharing our Strength
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Oskaloosa YMCA
Sharing our Strength
1521 Green Street
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 12, 2026
5:30 pm · 6:30 pm
Join the Mahaska Health Oncology Care Team for "Sharing our Strength", a support group for those in our community who have been affected by cancer.
For More Information
Contact: Oncology Care Team
(641) 676-7283
oncologycareteam@mahaskahealth.org Website Facebook
Wildlife Game Night
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Environmental Learning Center
Wildlife Game Night
Oskaloosa, IA
November 12, 2026
6:00 pm · 7:00 pm
Bring the whole family for an evening of wildlife-themed fun! Test your knowledge and skills with Animal Sound Challenge,
Animal Track Match-Up, Food Web Challenge, Who Am I?, and other hands-on games. Participants of all ages can play,
learn, and discover fascinating facts about Iowa’s wildlife. No wildlife expertise is needed—just bring your sense of
adventure! Pre-registration is needed. Sign up with the QR code at the top of this page.
November 13
Book Signing with Julie Sunne
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Eagle's Nest Christian Bookstore
Book Signing with Julie Sunne
Oskaloosa, IA
November 13, 2026
10:00 am · 5:00 pm
Visit Stepping Stones & Eagle's Nest Christian Bookstores for the Book Signing with Julie Sunne Author of “Thankful: a 90-Day Devotional & Gratitude Journal” and “Sometimes I Forget: 60 Reminders of Hope for Your Hard Days". Julie writes about finding real hope amid life's real struggles.
Art Uncorked!
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
FACE of Mahaska County
Art Uncorked!
Oskaloosa, IA
November 13, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Sip your favorite beverage and have fun painting a piece inspired by an example work of art. You will receive easy step-by-step instructions and personal attention from a professional art instructor. Select a session & register: https://faceofmahaska.com/art-uncorked/ Instructor: Nicole Pitts $30 per person, bring a friend for $15
Open Stage Night
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Studio Osky
Open Stage Night
Oskaloosa, IA
November 13, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Got a hidden talent itching to shine? Unleash it at Studio Oskys’ Open Stage Night! Whether you belt out tunes, strum a guitar, crack jokes, or simply cheer on local stars, this is your moment! All artistic vibes welcome!
November 14
2nd Annual Turkey Trot
8:00 am
William Penn University - PAC Center
2nd Annual Turkey Trot
Oskaloosa, IA
November 14, 2026
8:00 am
5k fun run - route on Oskaloosa paved trail. All proceeds are split between Oskaloosa and William Penn’s cross country programs
Winter Market
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Winter Market
Oskaloosa, IA
November 14, 2026
10:00 am · 1:00 pm
November 17
MAKE Time
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
FACE of Mahaska County
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 17, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Bingo
6:30 pm
The Eagles
Bingo
Oskaloosa, IA
November 17, 2026
6:30 pm
Supper @5:30, Bingo starting at 6:30
November 18
Unlocking Financing For Your Business
9:00 am to 10:00 am
Zoom
Unlocking Financing For Your Business
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am
Unlocking Financing For Your Business
9:00 am to 10:00 am
Zoom
Unlocking Financing For Your Business
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am
Homeschool Science Lab “Wild About Turkeys”
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Environmental Learning Center
Homeschool Science Lab “Wild About Turkeys”
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
10:00 am · 11:00 am
Get ready to gobble up some fun facts about wild turkeys! Kids will explore the turkey life cycle, discover what turkeys eat,
and learn about the different sounds they make. We’ll also uncover fascinating adaptations and surprising behaviors that
help wild turkeys survive. Everyone will leave with plenty of interesting turkey facts to share! Pre-registration is needed.
You can sign up using the QR code at the top of this page. A minimum of 5 kids is needed to hold the program.
STEAM Story Time
10:30 am
Oskaloosa Public Library
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
10:30 am
Exercise/Health Education
11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Oskaloosa Public Library
Exercise/Health Education
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
11:30 am · 12:30 pm
Join for an educational lesson on health and exercise with Suzette. Sometimes she even brings in health treats :) Free for all ages
Painting Workshop
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center and Studios
Painting Workshop
Oskaloosa, IA
November 18, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
November 19
Open Wall/Open Stage
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
FACE of Mahaska County
Open Wall/Open Stage
Oskaloosa, IA
November 19, 2026
7:00 pm · 9:00 pm
Open Wall & Open Stage 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Karaoke 8:00PM – 9:00 PM
November 20
O.W.L.S. “Beyond the Gobble"
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Environmental Learning Center
O.W.L.S. “Beyond the Gobble"
Oskaloosa, IA
November 20, 2026
1:00 pm · 2:00 pm
Adults of all ages are welcome to join the O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier
Souls) program. Discover the fascinating life of Iowa’s wild turkeys! We’ll
explore their life cycle, diet, seasonal behaviors, communication, and
impressive adaptations. Learn what different turkey calls mean, how these
large birds survive throughout the year, and why they are an important part
of Iowa’s woodlands. You may be surprised by how much there is to learn
beyond the gobble! Pre-registration is appreciated. Please call (641) 673-
9327, email decook@mahaskacountyia.gov, or register online using the QR
code at the top of this page
November 21
Turn on the Lights! with Oskaloosa Main Street
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Downtown Oskaloosa
Turn on the Lights! with Oskaloosa Main Street
222 1st Ave. East
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 21, 2026
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Join us as we magically Turn on the Lights around the town square at 6:00 p.m. sharp!
There will be horse-drawn carriage rides, Santa, Cookies, Cider, Hot Chocolate, and popcorn begin at 5pm!
For More Information
Contact: Oskaloosa Main Street
(641) 672-2591
mainstreet@mahaskachamber.org
November 24
MAKE Time
5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
FACE of Mahaska County
MAKE Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 24, 2026
5:30 pm · 7:30 pm
Bingo
6:30 pm
The Eagles
Bingo
Oskaloosa, IA
November 24, 2026
6:30 pm
Supper @5:30, Bingo starting at 6:30
November 25
STEAM Story Time
10:30 am
Oskaloosa Public Library
STEAM Story Time
Oskaloosa, IA
November 25, 2026
10:30 am
Painting Workshop
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Oskaloosa Art Center and Studios
Painting Workshop
Oskaloosa, IA
November 25, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
November 27
Open House
9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Open House
Oskaloosa, IA
November 27, 2026
9:00 am · 6:00 pm
Open Stage Night
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Studio Osky
Open Stage Night
Oskaloosa, IA
November 27, 2026
6:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Got a hidden talent itching to shine? Unleash it at Studio Oskys’ Open Stage Night! Whether you belt out tunes, strum a guitar, crack jokes, or simply cheer on local stars, this is your moment! All artistic vibes welcome!
November 28
Open House
9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stam Garden Center & Nursery
Open House
Oskaloosa, IA
November 27, 2026
9:00 am · 6:00 pm
November 30
Young Ambassador Ceremony
6:00 pm
Penn Central Mall
Young Ambassador Ceremony
Penn Central Mall
Oskaloosa, IA
Map to Event
November 30, 2026
6:00 pm
The Young Ambassador Contest is back! One young man and one young lady will once again be chosen as Oskaloosa's young ambassadors. The winner will be determined by the amount of money raised, which will be used for local preschools & daycares along with the Lighted Christmas Parade
The king and queen will be announced on Monday, November 30 @ 6:00 pm in Penn Central Mall. All participants will receive great prizes and will have the opportunity to participate in the "Winter Wonderland: Let it Glow" Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 7pm.
For More Information
Contact: Amelia De Vries
(641) 672-2591
events@mahaskachamber.org
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