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Nominations Open
Nominations are now open for our Annual Banquet Awards! Is there an individual or business in Appanoose County you'd like to thank for their commitment to our community? Use the form links below to nominate them! Nominations are due 2/28/23. Nominate someone for Appanoose County Volunteer of the Year https://forms.gle/nGBHu32e9eDsxPSt9 Nominate a business for Appanoose […]
House Fire and Theft Damage
On December 23rd we had an electrical fire in our attic which left us homeless. Caused damage to all our rafters and ceilings as well as belongings. They would not allow us to remove anything. Then January 2nd two teenagers (caught and arrested) broke into our house and stole a lot of our electronics and […]
Heather Whittlesey Art Exhibition
January 10, 2023 - February 20, 2023 7:15 am - 4:45 pm Heather Whittlesey's art exhibition titled Syntactic Sugar will be on display in the art gallery until February 20. Syntactic Sugar is over 45 ft of paper and mixed media. Over half of the material is made from recycled means or repurposing. Such item include transparency […]
1930s Lionel Model Train Exhibit
January 19, 2023 - June 30, 2023 This beautiful 1930s Lionel model train set will be on display through June. The museum will have extended hours: the first Saturday of the month from 1 - 4 p.m. and the third Thursday of the month we'll be open until 7 p.m. You won't want to miss […]
Catholic Schools Week
Seton Catholic Schools will be celebrating Catholic Schools Week January 29th thru February 4th. For more information contact Principal James Wessling at Seton Catholic School 641-682-8826.
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Online Author Talk with Randall Munroe
Online Author Talk with Randall Munroe
Join for what is sure to be the most fun-filled hour of the day as we chat online with Randall Munroe about his new book What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions.
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Cover Crop Workshop in Ottumwa
Cover Crop Workshop in Ottumwa
Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with Consortium for Cultivating Human And Naturally reGenerative Enterprises (C-CHANGE), will host a cover crop workshop on Wednesday, February 1 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at the Bridge View Center in Ottumwa. We welcome farmers and landowners to attend the free event, which includes a complimentary meal catered by the Bridge View Center. […]
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VAN BUREN COUNTY VETERANS COMMISSION
VAN BUREN COUNTY VETERANS COMMISSION
VAN BUREN COUNTY VETERANS COMMISSION WILL MEET THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2, AT 8:00 AM AT THE VAN BUREN COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN THE UPSTAIRS MEETING ROOM. THE MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
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Bull Riders of America 2022 Finals
Head-Slammin’ Bone-Jammin’ Professional Bull Riding returns to the Bridge View Center with Bull Riders of America 2022 Finals Friday, February 3 and Saturday, February 4, 2023. It’s the most intense, bone-jarring, two hours in sports…8 seconds at a time! The Bull Riders of America’s top 25 cowboys will compete for over $20,000 in cash and prizes awarded […]
Cowboy Breakfast
Cowboy Breakfast
Come out and enjoy a western-themed breakfast buffet featuring custom, made-to-order omelets and meet a few of the Bullriders of America Cowboys....and a very large bull! Also, come meet and get your photo taken with BOA 2022 professional crew and have a hearty breakfast to start your day! Cowboy breakfast is held inside the Expo […]
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Cowboy Breakfast
Cowboy Breakfast
Come out and enjoy a western-themed breakfast buffet featuring custom, made-to-order omelets and meet a few of the Bullriders of America Cowboys....and a very large bull! Also, come meet and get your photo taken with BOA 2022 professional crew and have a hearty breakfast to start your day! Cowboy breakfast is held inside the Expo […]
American Gothic House Center Birthday Morning Celebration for Adults
American Gothic House Center Birthday Morning Celebration for Adults
Speaker Michael Zahs will talk about Grant Wood (GW), show part of his GW collection, and reveal (2) new GW paintings he recently acquired! Limit: 25 participants. Program is FREE but preregistration is REQUIRED on or before January 27th at 5:00 p.m. Call the center at 641-652-3352 or register online HERE. Note: We may have a […]
American Gothic House Center Birthday Afternoon Celebration for Kids
American Gothic House Center Birthday Afternoon Celebration for Kids
FREE birthday scavenger hunt for school-aged children. Come to the American Gothic House Center (AGHC), get an official scavenger hunt form, find the answers in the gallery, and turn it in. All correct forms will be entered into a drawing for a $50 certificate good for merchandise at the AGHC gift shop. First 100 kids […]
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Iowa Utilities Board’s In-Person Monthly Public Meeting
Iowa Utilities Board’s In-Person Monthly Public Meeting
The Iowa Utilities Board's monthly in-person meeting to discuss agency issues and help inform the public and utility industry stakeholders about various dockets and functions of the IUB will begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday, February 7, 2023. IUB Hearing Room located at 1375 E. Court Ave., Des Moines. Review the meeting agenda. The meeting will be […]
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Fairfield. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
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Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Van Buren Senior Center. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
Reader’s Ink Book Club
Reader’s Ink Book Club
Monthly on the second Wednesday We read a new book each month and discuss together on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Ottumwa Public Library. Ask at the Circulation desk for this month's selection or call 641-682-7563.
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Online Author Talk with Lana Harper
Online Author Talk with Lana Harper
Back in a Spell Join us for a magical evening with New York Times bestselling author Lana Harper as she discusses the enchanting third installment of her immensely popular The Witches of Thistle Grove series, Back in a Spell. Questions? Call 641-682-7563
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Mayhem Haunted House Presents: A Night to Dismember
February 10, 2023 - February 11, 2023 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm We scare you in the corn rows but can we scare you in the snow? For 2 nights only coming this Love bird season, Mayhem Haunted House presents to you A Night to Dismember. Join us for a special Valentine's Holiday Haunt that's […]
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
American Home Finding Assocation Presents: Chocolate Lovers
American Home Finding Assocation Presents: Chocolate Lovers
Join the American Home Finding Association for Chocolate Lovers 2023! The theme for this year is Under The Big Top. Enjoy hors d'oeuvre, cash bar, live music, and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit the American Home Finding Association. For more information call (641) 682-3449 or visit www.ahfa.org Event Location Hotel Ottumwa 107 E 2nd St […]
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Valentine’s Day Sale
Valentine’s Day Sale
St. Paul Lutheran Church is holding a Valentine's Day sale. SOUP LUNCHEON FROM 11AM - 1PM Chili, enchilada soup, or cheese potato soup, vegetables and drink for $5. 1524 N. Court Street in Ottumwa
Chasing Cupid around Ottumwa – Boutique Crawl
Chasing Cupid around Ottumwa – Boutique Crawl
Be ready ! Ottumwa will be buzzing with activity on the weekend before St. Valentine's Day. An alliance of boutiques from different shopping districts are joining forces to bring you a fun day of local and quality shopping. Plan ahead and come out ! -Bring your friends to chase Cupid and meet everyone you know […]
Beginners’ Painting Party
Beginners’ Painting Party
Join us for a monthly painting tutorial class from 2 pm-3:30 pm. Class limited to 15 participants and registration is required. Please contact us at 641-682-7563 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot.
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Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the First United Methodist Church in Fairfield. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Ottumwa Public Library's board. Monthly on the second Monday of each month. Located in the Meeting Room at The Ottumwa Public Library.
Seton Preschool Enrollment
Seton Preschool Enrollment
Seton Preschool Enrollment Contact: James Wessling, Principal Seton Catholic School 117 E. 4th Street Ottumwa, IA 52501 641.682.8826
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Coffee & Conversation
Coffee & Conversation
Monthly on the second Tuesday Seniors are invited to this once a month social hour to get to know new friends, socialize and hear speakers that are relevant to their community. Coffee and treats will be provided.
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Lockridge Fire & Rescue - Old High School/post office in Lockridge. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
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Adult Take & Make Craft Giveaway
Our Adult Take and Make Craft give away is today! Drop by the Library anytime today to pick up a craft bag kit. Limit two per patron while supplies last. Every 2 weeks on Wednesday
Kids Grab and Go Craft Bag
Kids! Join us for another grab and go craft bag event. Stop by the children's desks at the Library to pick up a craft bag. No registration required, craft bags are available while supplies last.
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Pekin High School gym in Pekin. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center in Fairfield. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
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Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Birmingham Lions Club in Birmingham. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
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Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour
Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour
Blippi is coming to Bridge View Center on Friday, February 17 at 6pm for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage […]
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Free Community Cholesterol Screening
Free Community Cholesterol Screening
Mahaska Health invites you to join them for a free Community Cholesterol Screening. Community members will receive a free heart health status update including Cholesterol Checks, sleep quality assessments, blood pressure advice from the health experts and Providers and healthy Cooking tips. This event shines a spotlight on knowing your numbers. 1229 C Ave E, […]
Ottumwa Little League
Ottumwa Little League
Ottumwa Little League will have two events where Board Members will be available to answer questions for the league. Saturday the 18th and Saturday the 25th. Quincy Place Mall outside of Dunhams.
Cardinal Schools DC Vendor Show
Cardinal Schools DC Vendor Show
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Van Buren County Extension and Outreach
Van Buren County Extension and Outreach
Van Buren County Extension and Outreach will be hosting “on their own and ok” in Farmington, Iowa, on February 20th. On their own and ok is a one-day workshop to help build skills, maturity, and confidence to stay home alone. The program will take place at the Farmington Community Center from 9 am to 3 […]
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Prairie View Church in Ollie. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
Seton Kindergarten Information Night
Seton Kindergarten Information Night
Seton Kindergarten Information Night For more information contact: James Wessling, Principal Seton Catholic School 117 E. 4th Street Ottumwa, IA 52501 641.682.8826
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Speculative Literature Book Club
Speculative Literature Book Club
Monthly on the third Tuesday The Speculative Literature Book Club focuses on literary science fiction and fantasy.
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Computer Basics Classes
The Ottumwa Public Library is happy to announce that they will be offering two free computer classes. The first, Thursday, February 23rd at 10:30 am, will be Computer Basics. It will teach the basic parts of the computer, how to minimize, restore, and close windows, and become more confident using a mouse. The second class will be […]
Volunteer Kickoff Event
Volunteer Kickoff Event
Join us and help Walk to End Alzheimer's grow! Volunteers all over the state of Iowa are joining the Alzheimer's Association and getting involved in Walk to End Alzheimer's. In just 30 minutes, learn more about this event, why it occurs and how you can help the local event in our community grow with just […]
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Douds Community Center in Douds. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
4 events,
Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Cardinal High School gym north of Eldon. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.
6 events,
Ottumwa Little League
Ottumwa Little League
Ottumwa Little League will have two events where Board Members will be available to answer questions for the league. Saturday the 18th and Saturday the 25th. Quincy Place Mall outside of Dunhams.
Battle of the Brushes
Battle of the Brushes
Join the Ottumwa Area Arts Council for Battle of the Brushes! Normally watching paint dry isn’t exciting. . . But this is a fierce and fun competition to view. Here's how it works: --Our line-up of amazing artists will have 90 minutes to paint a canvas related to a theme revealed at the beginning of […]
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Blood Drive
Blood Drive
There will be a blood drive today at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Fairfield. Roll up your sleeve and help our community. Call 1-800-747-5401 to make an appointment.