The Main Street Program of the Oskaloosa Area Chamber & Development Group has held the Young Ambassador Contest for several years to raise funds to promote the Lighted Christmas Parade. The contest is fun for kids and parents all across Mahaska County. Main Street is seeking area boys and girls ages three through kindergarten to […]
OSKALOOSA, IA- Renowned business and motivational speaker, Dr. Willie Jolley, is bringing his dynamic message to Oskaloosa. Create “An Attitude of Excellence” and unlock your potential in an evening full of inspiration. Dr. Willie Jolley is a world-class, award-winning speaker and international bestselling author. He is a Certified Professional Speaker from the National Speaker Association […]
Come learn about Fall Garden Tasks (also known as putting the garden to bed) on October 17 at 6:30 pm at the Mahaska County Extension office, 212 North I Street Oskaloosa. Some of the fall tasks to be potentially discussed include Fall lawn care – applying herbicide and fertilizer; Harvesting and Storing apples; Planting trees […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – William Penn University’s Health & Life Sciences Division welcomes all students, staff, faculty, and community members to attend the annual World Food Prize lecture on Wednesday, October 16, at 11:15 a.m. in the George Daily Auditorium. This year’s speaker is Bram Govaerts, the global Director Innovative Business Strategies with CIMMYT. About Bram […]
Come learn about saving garden seed to use in future years from current garden crops on October 8 at 6:30 pm at the Mahaska County Extension office, 212 North I Street Oskaloosa. Master Gardener Krysta Wendelboe will be giving this encore presentation. Garden Seeds are often saved by home gardeners. It is a great way […]
Physical activity is one of the most important things all Iowans can do to improve their health – and walking is a great way to get moving. The Healthiest State Annual Walk, presented by Delta Dental of Iowa, asks Iowans to walk for 30 minutes with their friends, co-workers, family and neighbors. The Oskaloosa Area […]
Give your lunch hour to a good cause by walking on Friday, October 11, from Noon – 1 pm on the Square in Oskaloosa (rain location: Penn Central Mall) in order to raise awareness for breast cancer. With a $25 per person donation, each participant will receive registration for the walk and a long-sleeve commemorative […]
(OSKALOOSA, Iowa) – William Penn University is hosting a Jazz Academy in October. The academy allows you to select from one of three days to attend on October 7, 8, or 9, 2019. Each day will begin at 8:30 a.m. and wrap up with a performance at the George Daily Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. Ray […]
O.W.L.S. – “Belle Fountaine History” Wednesday, September 25, 2019 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Environmental Learning Center Join other adults for “lunch and learn” at the next O.W.L.S. program on Wednesday, September 25 from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm at the Mahaska County Environmental Learning Center at Caldwell Park. O.W.L.S. (Older, Wiser, Learning Seniors) is […]
Youth Outdoor Field Day Saturday, September 28, 2019 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Russell Wildlife Area The 16th Annual Youth Outdoor Field Day will be held at the Russell Wildlife Area on Saturday, September 28th. This is an outdoor event made possible by many local organizations and businesses. The goal for the day is to […]
