What's Happening in Indianola

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Second Annual Mental Health in the Workplace for Employers and Employees - Hosted by The Indianola Chamber and WeLIFT
5/7/2024 - 5/7/2024
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Summer Nights Live VIP Back Alley Pre-Party
5/31/2024
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Summer Nights Live | Standing Hampton | Presented By Peoples Bank
5/31/2024
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Grow Here Now Session 3 - Staying the Course and Planning for the Future
8/15/2024
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Chamber Concert Series - Summer Nights Live Street Party | 2024
8/24/2024
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Events in the month of June 2024
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Practice yoga in the beauty and serenity of Buxton Park each Saturday morning from June through September, EXCEPT July 27 and August 3 during the National Balloon Classic, when we will meet at 7:00 am at the Memorial Balloon Field. 

Free event, thanks to our volunteer instructors!
Sign up to receive text alerts for weather cancellations at indianolaiowa.gov/PRtext

Sponsored by Indianola Parks & Recreation
Monday, June 3, 2024
Margarita Monday!! Only $5 dollars all day!! Join us for our New Happy hour 2pm-5pm!! Eat more spend less!!
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Classic Bingo. Free to play, rent a marker for $1
Time: 6pm-7:30pm
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Come on over and play 5 games in this friendly cribbage tournament. Boards and cards are provided.
$5 pay-in. Points are tallied between all 5 games. Winning individual receives 50% of the pay-ins, 2nd place receives 30%, 3rd place receives 20%. 
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Come on over and play 5 games in this friendly cribbage tournament. Boards and cards are provided.
$5 pay-in. Points are tallied between all 5 games. Winning individual receives 50% of the pay-ins, 2nd place receives 30%, 3rd place receives 20%. 
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Join us at the Zoo on the first Thursday of each month for Trivia!
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Come enjoy a few drinks with friends, and see if you have what it takes to outsmart and out-wager the other teams! Free to play! Win prizes!
Friday, June 7, 2024
Join the Indianola Chapter of the Opera Guild for a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at live theater!

The adventure begins with an exciting opera performance created especially for children called Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing. Then, after a delicious picnic lunch, a tour of the Blank Performing Arts Center will lead explorers into the costume shop, wig and make-up departments, orchestra pit and even onto the stage! This event is perfect for families, child care centers and daycares.

PICNIC & PUCCINI DATES
Friday, June 7 at 10am
Saturday, June 8 at 10am

Tickets are $12/per person (cash or check) or $15/per person (online). To purchase tickets online, click the button below. To purchase by cash or check, contact Guild representative Chari Kruse at 515-979-1879 or charikruse@gmail.com.
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Practice yoga in the beauty and serenity of Buxton Park each Saturday morning from June through September, EXCEPT July 27 and August 3 during the National Balloon Classic, when we will meet at 7:00 am at the Memorial Balloon Field. 

Free event, thanks to our volunteer instructors!
Sign up to receive text alerts for weather cancellations at indianolaiowa.gov/PRtext

Sponsored by Indianola Parks & Recreation
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Join the Indianola Chapter of the Opera Guild for a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at live theater!

The adventure begins with an exciting opera performance created especially for children called Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing. Then, after a delicious picnic lunch, a tour of the Blank Performing Arts Center will lead explorers into the costume shop, wig and make-up departments, orchestra pit and even onto the stage! This event is perfect for families, child care centers and daycares.

PICNIC & PUCCINI DATES
Friday, June 7 at 10am
Saturday, June 8 at 10am

Tickets are $12/per person (cash or check) or $15/per person (online). To purchase tickets online, click the button below. To purchase by cash or check, contact Guild representative Chari Kruse at 515-979-1879 or charikruse@gmail.com.
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Join Janis from the Indianola Public Library where she will share stories in the shallow pool, from 10:45 am - 11:15 am. Water play before and after story time. Parental supervision is required

For ages 6 & under with adult. Today admission to Tot Splash Time is FREE! 
 
Saturday, June 8, 2024
We will have the full band returning to the Indianola Country Club! Come out and enjoy a day of golfing, and then stick around for supper and live music from the Jason Kincel Band!
Monday, June 10, 2024
For more information, please visit https://www.dsmpartnership.com/growing-business-here/business-resources/small-business-resources/small-business-success-summit.
Monday, June 10, 2024
Margarita Monday!! Only $5 dollars all day!! Join us for our New Happy hour 2pm-5pm!! Eat more spend less!!
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Opus Taylor has entertained audiences across the Midwest with their sizzling blend of classic rock and blues. Since 2012, these six seasoned musicians have ignited stages at casinos, wineries, festivals, fairs, political rallies and corporate events.

The concert is hosted by Indianola Parks and Recreation.  Dessert is sponsored by Indianola HyVee. This event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Friday, June 14, 2024
Farm-to-Table Dinner at Bochner Farms, featuring award-winning Chef Aaron Holt
Friday, June 14, 2024
Pile into the car and bring the family to Pickard Park on Friday, June 14, for TWO free movies you can watch from the comfort of your car or in your lawn chairs. Pick your favorite, or stay for both!

7:00 pm  Trolls Band Together
9:00 pm  Twister
Off the Griddle food truck will be selling sandwiches, sides, loaded fries, snacks & drinks. This free event is presented by City State Bank. Show sponsors are Overton Funeral Home and Haus Roofing & Construction. Media sponsor - Indianola Independent Advocate.
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Practice yoga in the beauty and serenity of Buxton Park each Saturday morning from June through September, EXCEPT July 27 and August 3 during the National Balloon Classic, when we will meet at 7:00 am at the Memorial Balloon Field. 

Free event, thanks to our volunteer instructors!
Sign up to receive text alerts for weather cancellations at indianolaiowa.gov/PRtext

Sponsored by Indianola Parks & Recreation
Monday, June 17, 2024
Margarita Monday!! Only $5 dollars all day!! Join us for our New Happy hour 2pm-5pm!! Eat more spend less!!
Monday, June 17, 2024 - Friday, June 21, 2024
Join us for an epic cruise from Genesis to Revelation. For students entering Preschool through 5th grade in the fall (preschool students must be potty-trained). FREE meal at 5:30 PM provided for students attending event!
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Friday, June 21, 2024 - Saturday, June 22, 2024
Friday, June 21, 2024
All individuals with special needs and their families, chaperones, respite providers and SCL workers are invited to attend this FREE drop in event with dancing, fun and pizza provided by Indianola Hy-Vee! 
 
Friday, June 21, 2024
Zane was the host of award winning TV shows “Three Sheets” and “Drinking Made Easy” and a brand new special on Amazon Prime called “Tender Looks”

Doors open for VIP at 7:00p
VIP experience 7:15-7:35p
General Doors at 7:30-7:45p
Showtime 8-9:30p

Saturday, June 22, 2024
Practice yoga in the beauty and serenity of Buxton Park each Saturday morning from June through September, EXCEPT July 27 and August 3 during the National Balloon Classic, when we will meet at 7:00 am at the Memorial Balloon Field. 

Free event, thanks to our volunteer instructors!
Sign up to receive text alerts for weather cancellations at indianolaiowa.gov/PRtext

Sponsored by Indianola Parks & Recreation
Monday, June 24, 2024
Margarita Monday!! Only $5 dollars all day!! Join us for our New Happy hour 2pm-5pm!! Eat more spend less!!
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Ackworth Garden Club will meet on Wednesday, June 26th at club member, Carol Tripp's home. The business meeting will begin at 11:00 AM with gardening Q&A. A BRING YOUR OWN SACK lunch follows the meeting at Noon with a program at 1:00 PM. This month's program is a tour of Carol's garden.
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Friday, June 28, 2024
Come see Luke Farland as he makes his debut at West Hills Brewing Co. This is definitely a one man band you won’t want to miss!
Friday, June 28, 2024
Join us on West Salem Ave in Indianola between Buxton & B Streets as we toast the weekend! West Hill Brewing Company will be serving outdoors. Or grab your favorite unopened beverage/bottle of wine from any downtown business (and open it inside our barricades.) Hungry? Grab take out from our downtown restaurants or hit the food truck. The Suds rules are… 1) Anything inside our barricades must be purchased from a Indianola Downtown business. 2) No open containers outside of the barricades.
Got kids? We'll have suds especially for them with a foam party!

This free event is sponsored by your friends at Bob's Custom Trophies, Clearpath Financial, Crain Chiropractic, ITown Real Estate, Little Shed on Salem and West Hill Brewing Company.
Friday, June 28, 2024
Des Moines Metro Opera

Get ready for a rollicking fiesta of sunny Seville madness as Rossini’s celebrated, razor-sharp operatic comedy returns to Des Moines Metro Opera's stage in riotous technicolor. Featuring some of opera’s most familiar and show-stopping tunes, The Barber of Seville is a must-see treat for the eyes and ears!

Tickets start at $25. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!

Saturday, June 29, 2024
Practice yoga in the beauty and serenity of Buxton Park each Saturday morning from June through September, EXCEPT July 27 and August 3 during the National Balloon Classic, when we will meet at 7:00 am at the Memorial Balloon Field. 

Free event, thanks to our volunteer instructors!
Sign up to receive text alerts for weather cancellations at indianolaiowa.gov/PRtext

Sponsored by Indianola Parks & Recreation
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Des Moines Metro Opera

Based on Oscar Wilde’s sensational play, Richard Strauss’s Salome took the world by storm at its premiere with princess Salome at its center, whose growing obsession with the imprisoned prophet John the Baptist propels the story to its dramatic conclusion. Featuring music that is both colossal and dazzling, this new production will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Tickets start at $25. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!

Sunday, June 30, 2024
Des Moines Metro Opera

Get ready for a rollicking fiesta of sunny Seville madness as Rossini’s celebrated, razor-sharp operatic comedy returns to Des Moines Metro Opera's stage in riotous technicolor. Featuring some of opera’s most familiar and show-stopping tunes, The Barber of Seville is a must-see treat for the eyes and ears!

Tickets start at $25. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!