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➡️ You’re invited to discover everything about The Little Shed on Salem from owner Lindsay Petersen!

⭐️ Join us as Lindsay shares her story, her “why”, and what makes her shop truly special.
🛍️ You’ll also have the chance to browse her exclusive pop-up shop at The Village!
📣 Every attendee will be entered into a raffle for a basket of goodies from the shop!
👉 Bring your friends and enjoy this unique experience to support local businesses!
☑️ Stay tuned— our Business Spotlight Series will feature a new local business every month throughout 2026! 

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1/19/20262:00pm to 3:00pmMonica Vail


Residents, local businesses, community partners and the general public are invited to a meet-and-greet welcoming three new members of the City of Indianola leadership team. 

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1/20/20264:30pm to 6:00pmCity of Indianola


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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1/20/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Come meet our teachers, tour our classrooms and ask all your questions.

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1/22/20266:00pm to 7:00pmIndianola Preschool


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1/22/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Big things are happening, and we’d love for you to be part of the excitement! Join us for our Expansion Update Meeting where we’ll share:
✅ Brand-new renderings of upcoming spaces
✅ The latest construction progress
✅ Sneak peeks at what’s next for our community
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, see the vision come to life, and learn how these updates will enhance life at The Village.

Date & Time: January 23 at 10:00am
Location: The Village in Indianola

Call Amber at 515.961.0878 to reserve your spot! 

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1/23/202610:00am to 11:00amAmber McDonald


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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1/27/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


The time is now to grow your knowledge, comfort and use of AI in the workplace. Get ahead, stay ahead and lead with confidence using AI to support your goals. The workshop includes two sections:

AI DEMYSTIFIED: Understanding the Tools and Terminology
Gain a clear foundation of what AI is, what it isn’t, and how it applies in business. This session will explore terminology, capabilities, examples across business departments, and the risks and responsibilities.

AI IN ACTION: Hands-On with GPT
Apply the concepts from the first session as you design and build a simple “business GPT,” such as a market-summary tool, HR assistant or customer FAQ bot. You will engage with OpenAI tools, learn prompt engineering basics, and walk away with a working prototype and the confidence to create more.

No prior coding background is necessary for either of the sessions.

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1/29/20261:00pm to 4:00pmJennifer Chittenden


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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2/3/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Indianola residents will have an opportunity to connect directly with Mayor Steve Richardson through a monthly event series called “Coffee with the Mayor.” These informal gatherings are designed to bring community members together in a relaxed setting to stay informed about City projects and initiatives. 

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2/4/20269:00am to 10:00amCity of Indianola


Classic Bingo. Free to play, rent a marker for $1. win prizes.
 

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2/4/20267:00pm to 8:30pm


Come bring puzzles, books, or board games, and SWAP them out for new (to you), or leave with us! Anything left behind will be donated to local charities.
PLEASE, make sure a puzzles and games have all the pieces.

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2/7/20262:00pm to 4:00pm


Mug Day? What's that?
Got an old Oktoberfest Mug? Bring it in for a $1 off your pours
1/2 liter mugs = $1 off
1 liter Mugs= $2 off
Food themed days: TBD

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2/8/20262:00pm to 8:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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2/10/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab Teams, Win Gift Cards!

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2/11/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Love to cook?
Got a new recipe you want to try?
Want to swap recipes?
If you answered "yes" to any of these, Cook Book Club if for you.
Bonus: Cook Book Club Falls on Mug Day, so you get $1off pints with old Oktoberfest mugs you bring in!
Cook Book Club themes:
Nov 9th- Fall Fav Food
Dec 14th- Holiday
Jan 11th- TBD
Feb 15th- TBD
Mar 8th- TBD 

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2/15/20262:00pm to 8:00pm


With a focus on aligning your attraction, selection, and onboarding processes, this workshop will add to your hiring toolbox and strengthen your results. This interactive workshop series includes three 1-hour sessions that blend strategy and practical tools you can implement right away.

Attraction
Recruiting Together with Purpose
Attracting the right candidates is a team effort. Learn how to collaborate between HR, supervisors, and departments to define success before you recruit, create postings that reflect your culture and values, and select the right outreach channels.

Selection
Creating Structure for Success
Feel confident in supporting your individual impressions with evidence-based decisions. Explore how to design structured interviews and rating rubrics, be aware of legal and equitable selection practices, and develop consistent documentation to support a collaborative decision-making process.

Onboarding
Building Connection that Lasts
From new hire to committed team member, the onboarding process is crucial. Discuss supervisor and mentor roles and how to create 30-60-90 day plans that engage beyond orientation for long-term connection, clarity, and success.


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2/17/202612:30pm to 4:00pmJennifer Chittenden


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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2/17/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Teams of 1 - 4 compete to put together a 500 piece puzzle the fastest. Prizes for top teams! Free entry. 7pm start. Come early to get a good spot.

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2/19/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Simpson College will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Community Open House for the new Simpson Gymnastics Training Center on February 20 beginning at 4:00 pm. Community leaders, college partners, and guests are invited to join campus leadership and student athletes for brief remarks and an official ribbon cutting, followed by opportunities to view the new space. This event celebrates the opening of a state-of-the-art facility designed to support Simpson's expanding gymnastics program and strengthen Simpson's connection to the broader community, marking an exciting new chapter for Simpson athletics. 

Registration in advance is appreciated, but not required to attend. 

https://access.simpson.edu/register/GymnasticsRibbonCutting

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2/20/20264:00pm to 6:00pmElyse Morris


Start your Saturday morning off right by joining the American Legion Post 165, Indianola Police Department and Indianola Police Department Community Outreach Partnership for the annual biscuits and sausage gravy breakfast. 

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2/21/20267:00am to 10:00amIndianola Police Department


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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2/24/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


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2/26/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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3/3/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Classic Bingo. Free to play, rent a marker for $1. win prizes.
 

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3/4/20267:00pm to 8:30pm



Sample the night away!
 Started in 1985, the Wine, Food & Beer Showcase is one of the oldest food and beverage events in the area and has become a yearly favorite for foodies, wine lovers and beer enthusiasts alike! Featuring 30-40 of the finest restaurants, caterers, wineries, breweries and distilleries in the area, the Wine, Food & Beer Showcase has become the premier event of its kind in Des Moines and has become Des Moines Metro Opera’s signature fundraiser. All proceeds raised throughout the evening support Des Moines Metro Opera’s award-winning education and community engagement programs.

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3/6/20266:00pm to 9:00pmNoah Lucy


The Warren County Master Gardeners will be hosting their annual Think Spring Garden Seminar on Saturday, March 7th, 2026, from 9:00am-3:00pm. The Think Spring Seminar is held on the campus of Simpson College in the Hubbell Hall of the Kent Campus Center.
Our Master Gardeners host over 100 garden enthusiasts, giving them the opportunity to learn from horticulture experts, shop with local vendors, win door prizes and enjoy a delicious catered lunch. You do not need to be a Master Gardener to enjoy this event! Think Spring is open to all who desire to gain a wide range of horticulture knowledge.
 

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3/7/20269:00am to 3:00pmBethany Cecot


Mug Day? What's that?
Got an old Oktoberfest Mug? Bring it in for a $1 off your pours
1/2 liter mugs = $1 off
1 liter Mugs= $2 off
Food themed days: TBD

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3/8/20262:00pm to 8:00pm


Love to cook?
Got a new recipe you want to try?
Want to swap recipes?
If you answered "yes" to any of these, Cook Book Club if for you.
Bonus: Cook Book Club Falls on Mug Day, so you get $1off pints with old Oktoberfest mugs you bring in!
Cook Book Club themes:
Nov 9th- Fall Fav Food
Dec 14th- Holiday
Jan 11th- TBD
Feb 15th- TBD
Mar 8th- TBD 

more info...
3/8/20262:00pm to 8:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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3/10/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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3/17/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Teams of 1 - 4 compete to put together a 500 piece puzzle the fastest. Prizes for top teams! Free entry. 7pm start. Come early to get a good spot.

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3/19/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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3/24/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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3/31/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Indianola residents will have a new opportunity to connect directly with Mayor Steve Richardson through a monthly event series called “Coffee with the Mayor.” These informal gatherings are designed to bring community members together in a relaxed setting to stay informed about City projects and initiatives. 

more info...
4/1/20269:00am to 10:30amCity of Indianola


Classic Bingo. Free to play, rent a marker for $1. win prizes.
 

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4/1/20267:00pm to 8:30pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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4/7/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Mug Day? What's that?
Got an old Oktoberfest Mug? Bring it in for a $1 off your pours
1/2 liter mugs = $1 off
1 liter Mugs= $2 off
Food themed days: TBD

more info...
4/12/20262:00pm to 8:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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4/14/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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4/21/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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4/28/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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5/5/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


Mug Day? What's that?
Got an old Oktoberfest Mug? Bring it in for a $1 off your pours
1/2 liter mugs = $1 off
1 liter Mugs= $2 off
Food themed days: TBD

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5/10/20262:00pm to 8:00pm


Grab some friends, bring and appetite and your love for knowledge and beer.
5$ draws, prizes, fun and good competition. The place to be on a Tuesday night.

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5/12/20267:00pm to 9:00pm


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