A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]

Drawing with be Tuesday August 29th at Sycamore Park Shelter 6:00pm. You can purchase tickets online at https://tinyurl.com/3swk28d4 Call 641-680-8484 or 641-680-6060

Join us at the Ottumwa Library for songs, rhymes, singing and dancing! This story time is aimed at kids 0-4 with a caregiver, but all children are welcome.

The Fairfield Farmers Market outdoor market is held May through October in on Wednesdays in Central Park. Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, home baked goods, crafts, and more! Support local and neighboring county vendors!

The Fairfield Farmers Market outdoor market is held May through October at Howard Park on Saturdays. Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, home baked goods, crafts, and more! Support local and neighboring county vendors!

A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]

Bingo starts at 6:45. Kitchen will be open at 5:30. We play Bingo every Thursday night.

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Join the Mahaska County YMCA and Mahaska Health for their monthly Lunch & Learn.  Register by calling the Y! at 641-673-8411

Join the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate our rich agriculture community! The fun begins with agriculture related booths and interactive activities! A bounce house, a tractor-cade, horse drawn wagon rides, face painting, barrel train rides, antique tractors, and many more displays and demonstrations will take place throughout the evening. There will be […]

Explore Bentonsport Prairie to tag monarchs. This guided program is to discover monarchs’ life cycle and the trip butterflies take south. This hike covers various terrain from moderate to difficult. This trail is grass and dirt, proper hiking attire, and bug spray are recommended. Registration is REQUIRED, limited to 20 participants. Registration: https://www.mycountyparks.com/Event/County/Van-Buren/Default.aspx?action=back Location: Bentonsport Timber […]

Baked goods, Plants, Halloween Decor, Fall Decor, Vegetables We are collecting donations for Lutheran World Relief. This project provides aid to help families restore their lives. 1524 N. Court Street  Ottumwa, Iowa 52501

Have you ever wanted to try Dutch oven cooking? Join Chloe at the Lake Sugema campground to learn the basics of Dutch oven cooking and how to prepare meals for future camping adventures. Remember to bring a camping chair to this event and sit around the campfire and bug spray is recommended. Kids 10 and […]

Jubilee Family Church invites you to join them to listen to Bill Wiese tell his personal story of “23 Minutes in Hell”. What he saw, heard and felt in that place of torment that changed his life. Bill will be giving presentations at 10am and 7pm. Please join Jubilee Family Church at 401 S D […]

A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]

Main Street Leadership Webinar  Topic: Preparing for the 4th Quarter Presenter – Robin Bostrom, Main Street Iowa. Robin will discuss the importance of the 4th quarter to local downtown economies and ways that Main Street programs and downtown small businesses can prepare for the 4th quarter. The session will include: Ideas for how to work with content […]

​This event is aimed at helping all Pre-K through 12th grade teachers stock their classrooms with the supplies they need for the year ahead. Sign up today to host a booth and offer supplies and various other items to the teachers. We’ll supply you with a wish list of needed items. We would also like […]

McCreery Cancer Center - 1003 E Pennsylvania Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501. If you have any questions, please call Elizabeth at 641-455-8244.

Bingo starts at 6:45. Kitchen will be open at 5:30. We play Bingo every Thursday night.

Explore Lake Sugema Prairie to tag monarchs. This guided program is to discover monarchs’ life cycle and the trip butterflies take south. This trail is grass and dirt, proper hiking attire, and bug spray is recommended. Registration is REQUIRED, limited to 20 participants. Registration: https://www.mycountyparks.com/Event/County/Van-Buren/Default.aspx?action=back Location: Lake Sugema Wildlife Area 19640 Jersey Ave. Keosauqua, IA 52565 […]

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Explore and discover various bird species found in our local habitat. This 2-mile hike will have various terrain types from moderate to difficult. This trail is gravel and timber so, proper hiking attire and bug spray is recommended. We have a limited number of binoculars available if you don't have your own. Registration is encouraged. […]

The 41st Annual Collector Cars Unlimited Show brings out the best cars in the region! The Fairfield Square will be filled with cars of all kinds, all competing for 25 awards! Spend the day looking under the hoods and checking out vintage and new models.

A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]

Join us as we chat with New York Times bestselling author Adam Alter about his new book Anatomy of a Breakthrough: How to Get Unstuck When It Matters Most.  Online at https://libraryc.org/ottumwapubliclibrary

Any organization that would like to sign up to participate in the parade, please use this link: https://docs.google.com/.../1henFNqoooMwtpVWW.../viewform

Join Mahaska Health for our community health fair event at Gateway Church in Oskaloosa! Our fall health fair will feature free cholesterol and blood pressure screenings, sleep assessments and health guidance from board certified physicians and specialists. Enjoy family friendly activities, health information, food, and connect with our Mahaska Health experts! Take time to learn […]

Bingo starts at 6:45. Kitchen will be open at 5:30. We play Bingo every Thursday night.

Enjoy the colors of fall leaves on this paddle! Meet at Lacey Keosauqua Boat Ramp to paddle and explore at Lacey Keosauqua Lake. If you have your own canoe or kayak you are more than welcome to bring your own. The paddle is open to everyone, however, children under age 18 must be accompanied by […]

Specialty baked goods, family fun, garden produce, small businesses!!! Brats or hotdogs and a drink for $3.00 from 11:00-1:00

Join us at the Ottumwa Public Library for a monthly painting tutorial class. Class limited to 15 participants and registration is required, adults 18 and over may participate. Patrons can sign up themselves and one other patron multiple spots cannot be booked by one person. Please contact us at 641-682-7563 or email amanning@ottumwapubliclibrary.org to reserve your spot.

Ottumwa Civic Music Association presents the Folk Legacy Trio at Bridge View Center. Known as the library of the great folk era music, their dynamic harmonies enrich songs by the Kingston Trio, Peter Paul and Mary, John Denver and others. Original members of the Kingston Trio, the Limeliters and The Diamonds make up this legendary trio. […]

A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. First Presbyterian Church Corner of Marion and 4th in […]

Join Impact Life at Fairfield First United Methodist Church. Learn more at bloodcenter.org/impactlife.

Call us at 641-682-7563 or email Director Sonja Ferrell at sferrell@ottumwapubliclibrary.org to be added to the Zoom meeting.

Join Impact Life at the Lockridge Fire & Rescue Blood Drive. Located in the old high school/post office Lockridge, Iowa. https://www.bloodcenter.org/

Thelma's Drive Thru Dinner (Fried Chicken, potatoes & gravy, green beans, dinner roll & cookie) Meal Pick Up 4:30pm - 6pm Monroe County Fairgrounds Purchase your advance tickets from any Albia Rotarian or at Albia Chamber Main Street

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Join Impact Life in North English for a blood drive. We will be at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in North English. https://www.bloodcenter.org/

Join Impact Life at the Keswick Legion Hall for the What Cheer/Keswick Community Blood Drive.

The Ottumwa Courier's Senior Lifestyles Expo is one of the premier events for seniors in southeast Iowa, offering access to those who specialize in seniors' needs. The event is free to attend and packed with great vendors and giveaways.

Join Impact Life and the Keosauqua Rotary Group at the Van Buren at High School for the Keosauqua Rotary Blood Drive.

Join Chloe at Lake Sugema Wildlife Area to discover the moon and constellations in the night sky. This trail is grass and dirt, proper hiking attire, and bug spray are recommended. We will meet at Lake Sugema Campground near the non-reservable sites. Registration is encouraged. Registration:  https://www.mycountyparks.com/Event/County/Van-Buren/Default.aspx?action=back Location: Lake Sugema Wildlife Area 19640 Jersey Ave. Keosauqua, […]

Want to try collecting native prairie seeds? Learn how to collect native prairie seeds and discover various prairie plants in our local habitat at the Lake Sugema Wildlife Area. This area has tall grass, wearing proper hiking attire, and bug spray is recommended. Meet at Lake Sugema Campground near the non-reservable sites. Kids 15 and […]