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3 events,
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 […]
2023 Iowa Walleye Challenge
Event Location All Across Iowa The second annual Iowa Walleye Challenge will take place May 1 to June 30, 2023. This state-wide event is designed to encourage anglers to go out and catch walleye for prizes, and at the same time help fisheries biologists collect data on the fishery at a state-wide level. There are […]
5 events,
NAMI Connection Support Group
NAMI Connection Support Group
This group meets biweekly on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. via Zoom. 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 [email protected].
5 events,
“Pay As You Can” Sale
“Pay What You Can” Sale Agency Community Church 119 N. College, Agency, IA Thursday, May 4 – 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Friday, May 5 – 8:00 am to Noon Fresh baked goods, clothes, Household items, Toys, shoes, Books, much miscellaneous.
11 events,
Grief Share Seminar
Grief Share Seminar
Grief Support Group Loss of a Spouse? Join us for the Grief Share Seminar. May 6th 9-11 am First Presbyterian Church 4th & Marion St, Ottumwa Call 641-684-5465 https://www.griefshare.org/ No Charge. Refreshments will be served.
3rd Annual Cardinal Color Run
3rd Annual Cardinal Color Run
We are going to get crazy and have fun with our 3RD Annual Color Me Crazy Color Run. Help Cardinal and surrounding communities raise funds for our athletes. Eldon, Iowa May 6th at 10 AM. [email protected]
Gardening 101
Gardening 101
Event by Bloomfield Farmers' Market McGowen Recreation and Wildlife Area Gardening 101 is a class for those wanting to learn some basic knowledge about gardening before the season starts. Master Gardeners will cover: Companion Gardening, How to plant the small stuff, Garden Essentials- Tools, Traditional, Raised, Container, and Square Foot Gardening.
5 events,
Cinema Fairfield: Dungeons and Dragons
A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers embark on an epic quest to retrieve a long lost relic, but their charming adventure goes dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people. Fairfield Arts and Convention Center. Cost is $6.
7 events,
Leadership Webinar
Leadership Webinar
Main Street Leadership Webinar Please join Main Street Iowa on the second Wednesday of each month from 9:00am-10:00am for an online training (open to everyone) to build your local Main Street program’s leadership skills, understanding of Main Street Iowa programs and services. Consider inviting community committee volunteers, board members, and others who are interested in […]
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
Explore the great outdoors alongside your child! This children’s nature program is geared for children who are 2-4 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Jefferson County Park Nature Center. Free. Phone: 641-472-4421 Email: [email protected]
5 events,
Plant Sale and Food Drive
Plant Sale and Food Drive
Heartland Humane Society First Presbyterian Church 228 W. 4th Street Ottumwa Plants provided by Ostrander's Greenhouse
Open House and Raffle
Open House and Raffle
Win a Plasma Cutter!! For more information or to purchase raffle tickets contact Nathan at 641-451-4149.
4 events,
NAMI Connection Support Group
NAMI Connection Support Group
This group meets biweekly on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. via Zoom. 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 [email protected].
5 events,
Spring Concert by Forrest McCurren
Spring Concert by Forrest McCurren
The Ottumwa Public Library is hosting singer and song writer Forrest McCurren. Call the library 641-682-7563 with questions.
5 events,
Computer Basics Classes
Computer Basics Classes
Ottumwa Public Library Computer Basics will teach the basic parts of the computer, how to minimize, restore, and close windows, and become more confident using a mouse.
Food Pantry
Food Pantry
The Food Pantry at the First Presbyterian Church will be held on Thursday, May 18th from 3:00-5:30 pm. Fourth and Marion Street, Ottumwa. Parking lot will open at 2:00. A box of food will be provided for each household. You must live in Wapello County. We ask your name and the number and ages of […]
5 events,
Wapello County Car Show
Wapello County Car Guy's Car Show Jimmy Jones Shelter Ottumwa Iowa $10 Entry Fee Registration Times: 10am - 2pm *Door Prizes *Food Truck *Dash Plaques *Live Music *Buy, Sell, Trade Area EVERYONE WELCOME! Can't wait to see you there. All proceeds go to WYD Local Women's & Children's Emergency Shelter
3 events,
Up Close & Personal
Up Close & Personal
Food Bank of Iowa, Ottumwa location invites you to Up Close & Personal. During the one hour together, you’ll hear compelling facts about food insecurity in our state and how Food Bank of Iowa and community partners are working together to help Iowa children, families, seniors and veterans. There will be plenty of time for […]
3 events,
Computer Basics Classes
Computer Basics Classes
Ottumwa Public Library Email Basics teach how to compose and send an email, log into email without assistance, attach a file to email and organize your email.
5 events,
BBQ & Brew
- 2nd Annual BBQ & Brew sponsored by Fareway Centerville - Cooking begins on May 26th & the contest is May 27th - Four categories: Beef Brisket, Chicken, Pork Loin, Pork Ribs (free to enter, but all meat must be purchased from Fareway & cooked on-site) - Thousands in prizes available including the Fareway People's […]
Business Brew
Business Brew
The Main Street Ottumwa Economic Vitality Committee is pleased to announce Business Brew, a casual networking event for entrepreneurs, property owners, funders, government, and business leaders. Business Brew will take place this Friday, May 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the offices of Main Street Ottumwa, 334 E. Main St. Come and hear about exciting […]
6 events,
Craft Show
Craft Show
Ottumwa Community Market is having a Craft Show. St. Paul Lutheran Church 1524 N. Court in Ottumwa
Alumni Potluck Dinner
Alumni Potluck Dinner
The Batavia School Alumni will be holding a potluck dinner at the Batavia Community Center. The Alumni potluck is for anyone who attended the School or had connections with the School. Bring your own table service. Coffee and tea will be provided.
3 events,
NAMI Connection Support Group
NAMI Connection Support Group
This group meets biweekly on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. via Zoom. 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 [email protected].
5 events,
Richland City Wide Garage Sales
City Wide Garage Sale. Richland, Iowa. Contact Felicity to add a garage sale or ask questions (563) 451-3682.
Food Drive
Ecumenical Lord's Cupboard will be having a food drive. 202 East Fourth Street Ottumwa, Iowa. For questions call Shirley Gingrich-Slonaker at 641-683-3837. Donations can be mailed to: Lord's Cupboard PO Box 1876 Ottumwa, Ia 52501
