The Holiday spirit continues this weekend as Nelson Pioneer Farm and the businesses in Leighton invite you to join them. On Friday and Saturday night at the Nelson Pioneer Farm, they will be hosting an “Old Time Country Christmas”. They will feature wagon rides, camp fires, soup and chili, goodies and warm drinks. There will […]
As part of the celebration of Computer Science Week, December 8–14, 2014 you are invited to join millions of people around the globe participating in the Hour of Code. William Penn University will be hosting the Hour of Code event on Saturday, December 13 at the Musco Technology Center on its Oskaloosa campus. So far […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – According to the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), the flu virus is circulating in Iowa and this year’s strains are particularly severe. Mahaska Health Partnership encourages people to get a flu shot and be mindful of symptoms of the flu. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) determined this week that the […]
Oskaloosa, Iowa – Laughter, smiles and memories were made this past week at the Central Reformed Church, as volunteers clipped and trimmed old denim clothing from something old into something new. Those scissors were trimming out what will eventually be new shoes. Those parts needed to make new shoes are not just a hand-out but […]
Oskaloosa, IA – The Oskaloosa Public Library is partnering with FACE of Mahaska County to offer free holiday crafting sessions to patrons of all ages this month. The crafting sessions will take place the Mondays and Tuesdays during the second and third weeks of December. The Make It & Take It crafting sessions will start […]
The William Penn University Music Department will present a Service of Lessons and Carols on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 7:30 pm at the College Avenue Friends Church. This traditional blending of scripture and seasonal music will feature the William Penn Singers, soloists, instrumentalists, and student conductors. Readings will be given by William Penn University […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Mahaska Health Partnership Behavioral Health Services will be offering Mental Health First Aid Training on Friday, Jan. 6, from 8 am to 5 pm in the Cedar Bluff Learning Center (entrance #3) on the MHP campus. “There are many types of mental health symptoms people might experience at some point in their […]
Winter Break Activities with the Mahaska County Conservation Board Pre-registration is requested for these programs and activities. Sign up by calling MCCB at (641)673-9327. December 30 “Winter Day Camp” Location: Conservation Center, Russell Wildlife Area Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Come out and have fun on a winter day! We will learn about feeding birds […]
MAHASKA COUNTY – Babies change drastically in the first 12 months, which can be a surprise for new parents. Some may worry that their baby’s development is not on target. While it is important to remember that all children develop at different rates, Mahaska Health Partnership offers some insight regarding what milestones your child may […]
Saturday, December 6th 9:00 – 10:30 am at Russell Wildlife Area The weather outside may be frightful, but the fun inside is delightful at the Winter Tales program at the Russell Wildlife Area! Join the Mahaska County Conservation Board on Saturday, December 6 from 9:00-10:30 am in a winter program that will be fun for […]
