Hailed as the first American opera, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess has garnered critical acclaim and inspired passionate reactions since its premiere. Featuring some of the most beautiful and beloved songs ever written, Porgy and Bess shines a light on a chapter from our past as culturally challenging as its songs and characters are universally cherished. Our production will be offered in collaboration with and in honor of Iowa’s own international opera star Simon Estes on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his historic Metropolitan Opera debut. He will serve as Producing Advisor and sing the role of Lawyer Frazier for this long-anticipated Iowa premiere.
Single tickets for Porgy and Bess go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
Every Friday from June-July the library will be playing a movie at 10:00 a.m.
Here is the schedule:
June 3rd: Encanto
June 10th: Frozen 2
June 17th: Clifford the Big Red Dog
June 24th: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
July 1st: The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run
July 8th: SCOOB!
July 15th: Paw Patrol: The Movie
July 22nd: Raya and the Last Dragon
July 29th: Detective Pikachu
Benjamin Britten’s opera is based on Shakespeare’s popular comedy, which follows the consequences of a falling-out between the fairy-king Oberon and his queen, Tytania. Mistaken identities, confused lovers and alarming transformations are the result. From the sliding string chords of the magic wood to the rustics’ well-intentioned entertainment, Britten’s ear for beguiling orchestration and melodic invention will enchant and entice.
Countertenor John Holiday and soprano Sydney Mancasola lead the cast in an all-new production led by Maestra Elizabeth Askren, directed by Chas Rader-Shieber, featuring scenic and costume design by Jacob A. Climer.
Single tickets for A Midsummer Night's Dream go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
When: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 West 2nd Ave.
For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket or if you have any questions.
Hailed as the first American opera, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess has garnered critical acclaim and inspired passionate reactions since its premiere. Featuring some of the most beautiful and beloved songs ever written, Porgy and Bess shines a light on a chapter from our past as culturally challenging as its songs and characters are universally cherished. Our production will be offered in collaboration with and in honor of Iowa’s own international opera star Simon Estes on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his historic Metropolitan Opera debut. He will serve as Producing Advisor and sing the role of Lawyer Frazier for this long-anticipated Iowa premiere.
Single tickets for Porgy and Bess go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
When: 3 - 6 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 W . 2nd Ave.
Visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket for more information or if you have any questions.
Hailed as the first American opera, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess has garnered critical acclaim and inspired passionate reactions since its premiere. Featuring some of the most beautiful and beloved songs ever written, Porgy and Bess shines a light on a chapter from our past as culturally challenging as its songs and characters are universally cherished. Our production will be offered in collaboration with and in honor of Iowa’s own international opera star Simon Estes on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his historic Metropolitan Opera debut. He will serve as Producing Advisor and sing the role of Lawyer Frazier for this long-anticipated Iowa premiere.
Single tickets for Porgy and Bess go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
Every Friday from June-July the library will be playing a movie at 10:00 a.m.
Here is the schedule:
June 3rd: Encanto
June 10th: Frozen 2
June 17th: Clifford the Big Red Dog
June 24th: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
July 1st: The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run
July 8th: SCOOB!
July 15th: Paw Patrol: The Movie
July 22nd: Raya and the Last Dragon
July 29th: Detective Pikachu
Friday Night Live Summer Concert Series –
Where: Memorial Park, 302 North G Street, Indianola
No coolers allowed.
Cost: Adults $5, kids 10 and under free
Adult Beverage Garden
Food Trucks
Putt-Putt Golf For Kids
June 10 - - Trainwreck
June 24 - Past Vertical
July 8 - Final Mix
When: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 West 2nd Ave.
For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket or if you have any questions.
Benjamin Britten’s opera is based on Shakespeare’s popular comedy, which follows the consequences of a falling-out between the fairy-king Oberon and his queen, Tytania. Mistaken identities, confused lovers and alarming transformations are the result. From the sliding string chords of the magic wood to the rustics’ well-intentioned entertainment, Britten’s ear for beguiling orchestration and melodic invention will enchant and entice.
Countertenor John Holiday and soprano Sydney Mancasola lead the cast in an all-new production led by Maestra Elizabeth Askren, directed by Chas Rader-Shieber, featuring scenic and costume design by Jacob A. Climer.
Single tickets for A Midsummer Night's Dream go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
When: 3 - 6 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 W . 2nd Ave.
Visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket for more information or if you have any questions.
Hailed as the first American opera, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess has garnered critical acclaim and inspired passionate reactions since its premiere. Featuring some of the most beautiful and beloved songs ever written, Porgy and Bess shines a light on a chapter from our past as culturally challenging as its songs and characters are universally cherished. Our production will be offered in collaboration with and in honor of Iowa’s own international opera star Simon Estes on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his historic Metropolitan Opera debut. He will serve as Producing Advisor and sing the role of Lawyer Frazier for this long-anticipated Iowa premiere.
Single tickets for Porgy and Bess go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
Benjamin Britten’s opera is based on Shakespeare’s popular comedy, which follows the consequences of a falling-out between the fairy-king Oberon and his queen, Tytania. Mistaken identities, confused lovers and alarming transformations are the result. From the sliding string chords of the magic wood to the rustics’ well-intentioned entertainment, Britten’s ear for beguiling orchestration and melodic invention will enchant and entice.
Countertenor John Holiday and soprano Sydney Mancasola lead the cast in an all-new production led by Maestra Elizabeth Askren, directed by Chas Rader-Shieber, featuring scenic and costume design by Jacob A. Climer.
Single tickets for A Midsummer Night's Dream go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
Every Friday from June-July the library will be playing a movie at 10:00 a.m.
Here is the schedule:
June 3rd: Encanto
June 10th: Frozen 2
June 17th: Clifford the Big Red Dog
June 24th: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
July 1st: The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run
July 8th: SCOOB!
July 15th: Paw Patrol: The Movie
July 22nd: Raya and the Last Dragon
July 29th: Detective Pikachu
Media Sponsor: Indianola Independent Advocate
Bring lawn chairs and blankets
Food Trucks serving from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
LUCA
June 17 8:50 p.m.
Show Sponsor Overton Funeral Home
Food Truck: Magoo's Pizza
SPACE JAM
JULY 15 8:50 p.m.
Show Sponsor Indianola Pediatric Dentistry
Food Truck: Triple B's Tenderloins
TOM & JERRY BEST OF ENEMIES WORST OF FRIENDS
August 5 8:30 p.m.
Show Sponsor Details Plus Collision Center
Food Truck: Street Eats
Hailed as the first American opera, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess has garnered critical acclaim and inspired passionate reactions since its premiere. Featuring some of the most beautiful and beloved songs ever written, Porgy and Bess shines a light on a chapter from our past as culturally challenging as its songs and characters are universally cherished. Our production will be offered in collaboration with and in honor of Iowa’s own international opera star Simon Estes on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his historic Metropolitan Opera debut. He will serve as Producing Advisor and sing the role of Lawyer Frazier for this long-anticipated Iowa premiere.
Single tickets for Porgy and Bess go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
When: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 West 2nd Ave.
For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket or if you have any questions.
With special contributions from Sargent scholar Nathaniel Silver and drawing on the recent Gardner Museum exhibition Boston's Apollo, this tale of individual courage and breathtaking vulnerability peels the varnish off venerable historical figures to reveal the beating heart and simmering desire beneath Sargent's only uncommissioned monumental male nude. A short performance, discussion, and lecture with Gardner curator Dr. Nathaniel Silver will be presented in July 2022 in collaboration with the Des Moines Art Center and Pyramid Theatre.
Single tickets for American Apollo go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket price for this event is $30. To purchase tickets, click here.
When: 3 - 6 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 W . 2nd Ave.
Visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket for more information or if you have any questions.
Hailed as the first American opera, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess has garnered critical acclaim and inspired passionate reactions since its premiere. Featuring some of the most beautiful and beloved songs ever written, Porgy and Bess shines a light on a chapter from our past as culturally challenging as its songs and characters are universally cherished. Our production will be offered in collaboration with and in honor of Iowa’s own international opera star Simon Estes on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his historic Metropolitan Opera debut. He will serve as Producing Advisor and sing the role of Lawyer Frazier for this long-anticipated Iowa premiere.
Single tickets for Porgy and Bess go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
With special contributions from Sargent scholar Nathaniel Silver and drawing on the recent Gardner Museum exhibition Boston's Apollo, this tale of individual courage and breathtaking vulnerability peels the varnish off venerable historical figures to reveal the beating heart and simmering desire beneath Sargent's only uncommissioned monumental male nude. A short performance, discussion, and lecture with Gardner curator Dr. Nathaniel Silver will be presented in July 2022 in collaboration with the Des Moines Art Center and Pyramid Theatre.
Single tickets for American Apollo go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket price for this event is $30. To purchase tickets, click here.
Presented by the Indianola Carousel Theatre at BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE INNOVATIONS, 117 E Salem Ave, Indianola, IA 50125
Details and reservations at https://carouseltheatre.org/?page_id=201
National Balloon Classic 2nd Annual Sky Parade Presented by TruBank
When: July 21, 2022 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Town Square, Indianola
The Sky Parade Balloon Flight takes place over the Indianola Downtown Square while businesses are open late for shopping, dining and exploring.
City of Indianola #thinkindianolafirst
Every Friday from June-July the library will be playing a movie at 10:00 a.m.
Here is the schedule:
June 3rd: Encanto
June 10th: Frozen 2
June 17th: Clifford the Big Red Dog
June 24th: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
July 1st: The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run
July 8th: SCOOB!
July 15th: Paw Patrol: The Movie
July 22nd: Raya and the Last Dragon
July 29th: Detective Pikachu
#thinkindianolafirst
Benjamin Britten’s opera is based on Shakespeare’s popular comedy, which follows the consequences of a falling-out between the fairy-king Oberon and his queen, Tytania. Mistaken identities, confused lovers and alarming transformations are the result. From the sliding string chords of the magic wood to the rustics’ well-intentioned entertainment, Britten’s ear for beguiling orchestration and melodic invention will enchant and entice.
Countertenor John Holiday and soprano Sydney Mancasola lead the cast in an all-new production led by Maestra Elizabeth Askren, directed by Chas Rader-Shieber, featuring scenic and costume design by Jacob A. Climer.
Single tickets for A Midsummer Night's Dream go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
With special contributions from Sargent scholar Nathaniel Silver and drawing on the recent Gardner Museum exhibition Boston's Apollo, this tale of individual courage and breathtaking vulnerability peels the varnish off venerable historical figures to reveal the beating heart and simmering desire beneath Sargent's only uncommissioned monumental male nude. A short performance, discussion, and lecture with Gardner curator Dr. Nathaniel Silver will be presented in July 2022 in collaboration with the Des Moines Art Center and Pyramid Theatre.
Single tickets for American Apollo go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket price for this event is $30. To purchase tickets, click here.
When: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 West 2nd Ave.
For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket or if you have any questions.
The 11th annual Indianola Classic Car and Truck Show and Shine will be on August 27 and September 24 from 4-7 p.m in the TruBank parking lot, 1901 West 2nd Avenue, Indianola, Iowa. All proceeds go to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Live music, food and a 50/50 raffle is all included. No entry fee. For more information click here.
Hailed as the first American opera, The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess has garnered critical acclaim and inspired passionate reactions since its premiere. Featuring some of the most beautiful and beloved songs ever written, Porgy and Bess shines a light on a chapter from our past as culturally challenging as its songs and characters are universally cherished. Our production will be offered in collaboration with and in honor of Iowa’s own international opera star Simon Estes on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his historic Metropolitan Opera debut. He will serve as Producing Advisor and sing the role of Lawyer Frazier for this long-anticipated Iowa premiere.
Single tickets for Porgy and Bess go on sale on Tuesday, February 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices range from $25-$130. To purchase tickets, click here.
Join Warren County July 27th to August 1st in Indianola, Iowa for tons of free entertainment for all ages. From free music to mobile glass blowing, you will find free entertainment all day, every day at the fair.
There will be Figure 8 Races, Outlaw Truck & Tractor Pull, Diamond Rio and Tri-County Night of Destruction. Tickets range from $5-$30, click here to purchase.
Tickets for the 2022 Warren County Fair are now on sale!! Getting tickets to the Warren County Fair grandstand events has never been easier.....Just click the "Buy Tickets" button on the home page & you will be able to purchase your tickets. See you at the fair!
New for 2022 is a clear bag policy. In order to maintain a safe and secure environment inside of the grandstand, we have implemented a new bag policy that limits the size and type of bags that may be brought into the grandstand.
FIGURE 8 RACES WEDNESDAY, JULY 27TH
OUTLAW TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL - THURSDAY JULY 28TH
DIAMOND RIO IN CONCERT FRIDAY, JULY 29
DEMOLITION DERBY - SATURDAY JULY 30
Each participant is responsible for their own container. The plants selected should not exceed $25 per container. The plants can be grown from seed, plants purchased from local nurseries, or even cultivated from existing plants.
Bring your planted container along with a 3x5 index card listing your name and the plants used in the container to the Horticultural Building at the Warren County Fairgrounds on TUESDAY, JULY 26TH FROM 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Ackworth Garden Club members will check in the containers and group them into three grade categories for judging: Sprouts K - 4, Growers 5 - 8, and Green Thumbs 9 - 12.
Judging takes place on Wednesday, July 27th from 10 am - Noon. Winners will be announced at 12:30 pm. We will take pictures of all containers with the exhibitor and the winners in each category.
Register online at: ackworthgardenclub.blogspot.com. Select the Special Events tab, then Youth Container Contest Event for details and registration link.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JULY 22ND.
When: 3 - 6 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 W . 2nd Ave.
Visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket for more information or if you have any questions.
Every Friday from June-July the library will be playing a movie at 10:00 a.m.
Here is the schedule:
June 3rd: Encanto
June 10th: Frozen 2
June 17th: Clifford the Big Red Dog
June 24th: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World
July 1st: The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run
July 8th: SCOOB!
July 15th: Paw Patrol: The Movie
July 22nd: Raya and the Last Dragon
July 29th: Detective Pikachu
It's baaaack! Celebrate Warren County with a traditional parade, including National Balloon Classic pilots! Whether you want to sign up to showcase your group in the parade, or be a spectator along the route, mark it on your calendar today! Parade will begin at Memorial Park and end at Buxton Park, for the Indianola Summer Arts Festival!
When: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, 1400 West 2nd Ave.
For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/Indianolafarmersmarket or if you have any questions.
The Indianola Public Arts Commission along with The National Balloon Classic, The Warren County Fair and Indianola Hometown Pride are bringing back our annual art festival in conjunction with the National Balloon Classic Parade.
The art festival will take place in Indianola’s historic Buxton Park on Saturday, July 30 from 10 AM - 4 PM. This is the start of the National Balloon Classic plus the fourth day of the Warren County Fair, so artists can expect Indianola to be bustling with tourists, balloons, music and food!
Indianola Hometown Pride is planning the "Celebrate Warren County" parade in partnership with the National Balloon Classic for their opening weekend. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/WCparade