Vendor applications are now open for the 39th Annual Sweet Corn Serenade, set for July 23 in downtown Oskaloosa. The popular summer festival will feature live music, food vendors, family activities, and thousands of visitors on the town square.
Mahaska County Conservation has announced a lineup of upcoming spring programs for all ages, including nature education sessions, children’s activities, fossil hunting, and community gatherings. Events will take place at the Environmental Learning Center and Russell Wildlife Area throughout late March and April.
Residents are invited to share ideas about the future of downtown Oskaloosa during a Community Input Session on March 30 at Bridget’s Public House. The meeting will include results from a recent community survey and discussions about housing, business growth, events, and other priorities for the coming years.
AMES, Iowa – Mushroom gatherers who wish to sell wild-harvested mushrooms can attend certification workshops held in Ames on March 28 and April 11. The Iowa Wild-Harvested Mushroom Certification is required for those selling any of the eight state-regulated mushrooms in Iowa, and participants will learn how to distinguish those eight from look-alikes that could […]
By: Jerry Mackey Penn Central Mall Set To Host Race Car Show, March 13 & 14 Osklaoosa, Iowa: The Penn Central Mall in Oskaloosa will be the site of the annual Pre- Season Race Car Show this weekend, March 13 & 14. The show will be held Friday night from 5 to 8 pm and […]
What: Coffee & Conversations – Oskaloosa Schools Community Event When: Saturday, February 7, 2026 • 8:30 AM Where: Smokey Row Coffee Who: Oskaloosa Schools leadership, students, educators, and community members Oskaloosa Schools will host an Oskaloosa School-focused Coffee & Conversations event designed to highlight the work happening across OES, OMS, and OHS. The extended format […]
Check out this lineup of fun programs with Mahaka County Conservation. We hope you can join us! Coffee Club Friday, February 6, 2026 9:00-10:00 am Environmental Learning Center 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, […]
The Mahaska Hospice Auxiliary Board is excited to invite the community to the 9th Annual Share the Love Event! This year’s event will take place Saturday, February 7th, 2025, at Serenity House in Oskaloosa, IA, featuring a drive-thru take out dinner from Catered 2 U, floral arrangements from Stam’s Greenhouse, an Opal Earrings raffle from […]
Check out some of the upcoming programs with Mahaska County Conservation! Knee-High Naturalists “Nature Clues” January 7, 2026 10:00-11:00 am Environmental Learning Center This is a free program for kids ages 5 and younger. This month, the kids will learn how animals make tracks with their feet. We will also take off our shoes and […]
O.W.L.S. – Cookie Decorating (NOTE NEW TIME!) December 12, 2025 1:00-2:00 pm Environmental Learning Center Mahaska County Conservation invites adults of all ages to join the O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls) program on Friday, December 12, from 1:00–2:00 pm for a festive afternoon of holiday cookie decorating. Bring a friend and enjoy a cozy, creative […]
