Friday, November 1, 2024
Join us for Steak Night! Enjoy a delicious meal and live music from the talented Joe Klinefelter, who will be performing a mix of jazz, country, and popular hits from the 1930s to the 1960s. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend!Mark your calendars for November 1st from 5-7 PM (or until supplies last) for a delicious evening at The Village.
For just $12, enjoy:
- A 6oz sirloin from Milo Locker Meats
- Baked potato
- Village house salad
- Fresh-baked dinner roll
Friday, November 1, 2024
Join us for Steak Night, November 1st from 5-7PM(or until supplies last)! Enjoy a delicious meal and live music from the talented Joe Klinefelter, who will be performing a mix of jazz, country, and popular hits from the 1930s to the 1960s. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend!For just $12, enjoy:
- A 6oz sirloin from Milo Locker Meats
- Baked potato
- Village house salad
- Fresh-baked dinner roll
Friday, November 1, 2024
The Indianola Knights of Columbus will be hosting their annual Fall Fish & Chicken dinners at the St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Hall. Serving hours are 5:30 to 7:00 PM each evening. We offer dine-in or take-out service. Adults & take-outs are $13. Children (6 to12) $6, children 5 and under are free. Three dollars from each meal purchased will be set aside and donated to these four community organizations: Helping Hand, Hope Foundation, Heal House and Indianola Ministry Association. Boy Scout Troop 123 will be hosting a dessert table. Our fish & chicken breading does not contain any wheat flour.Saturday, November 2, 2024
Come join us for our trivia!Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
The losing team will suggest 3 categories that we announce to all present, then tell the losing team the category chose for the following week.
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
The anticipation of Election Day can come with many emotions. End the day with a meditation exercise to spread Loving Kindness to yourself and others.FREE to the community. Join via the Zoom information below. To be practiced at home so please come in comfortable clothing. You can even make a spot for yourself in a chair, on the floor, or on your bed with many layers and blankets.
Bethany Grabe is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87612214110...
Meeting ID: 876 1221 4110
Passcode: BEKIND
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - Thursday, November 7, 2024
Designed specifically for those who are actively managing projects, this class is a deep dive into the processes, knowledge areas, inputs, and outputs you need to know about to manage projects more effectively. Based on the best practices of the Project Management Institute’s Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, this highly interactive class will give you a chance to evaluate and improve your approach to project management.
You’ll learn about the constants – those fundamentals of project management that hold true regardless of the scope or nature of the project – plus you’ll be exposed to some of the most common reasons project approaches vary. This hands-on, no-nonsense class can serve as a foundation for project managers new to their role, as well as an eye-opening refresher for seasoned project managers who have been managing projects for years, and you will come away with tools you can use right away.
During this course, participants will:
- Identify the ten knowledge areas described by PMI’s PMBOK
- Practice creating commonly-used artifacts within the Project Management Lifecycle
- Describe some of the common mistakes made in Project Management
- Practice creating and managing a project plan
- Create solution options for building and maintaining a project team
- Identify opportunities for improvement, using recent projects as examples
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Start your holiday shopping this week at the Roots Open House!Stop in from the 6th through the 9th to check out the fun new holiday apparel, and samples of dips, soups and cheesecakes. Plus, each day stop in to enter a bag full of goodies from Roots and $20 gift card from our great small businesses across the street from us. Make a purchase for an extra chance to win!
Wednesday: Pageturners Bookstore
Thursday: Savor the Rise
Friday: Crouse Cafe
Saturday: Mishmash
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Classic Bingo. Free to play, rent a marker for $1Time: 6pm-7:30pm
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Start your holiday shopping this week at the Roots Open House!Stop in from the 6th through the 9th to check out the fun new holiday apparel, and samples of dips, soups and cheesecakes. Plus, each day stop in to enter a bag full of goodies from Roots and $20 gift card from our great small businesses across the street from us. Make a purchase for an extra chance to win!
Wednesday: Pageturners Bookstore
Thursday: Savor the Rise
Friday: Crouse Cafe
Saturday: Mishmash
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Join us on Thursday, November 7th at 5:30 PM as we celebrate the Ribbon Cutting of The Funky Zebras Boutique in Indianola! Located at 112 E Salem Ave, this is your chance to welcome them to the Indianola Chamber and our amazing community!Get in the holiday spirit with their festive collection, decorate-your-own ornament station, plus hot chocolate and sugar cookies!
Mark your calendars, and let’s show some love to this new local gem! See you there!
Thursday, November 7, 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, November 7, 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%.
Friday, November 8, 2024
Start your holiday shopping this week at the Roots Open House!Stop in from the 6th through the 9th to check out the fun new holiday apparel, and samples of dips, soups and cheesecakes. Plus, each day stop in to enter a bag full of goodies from Roots and $20 gift card from our great small businesses across the street from us. Make a purchase for an extra chance to win!
Wednesday: Pageturners Bookstore
Thursday: Savor the Rise
Friday: Crouse Cafe
Saturday: Mishmash
Friday, November 8, 2024
The Indianola Knights of Columbus will be hosting their annual Fall Fish & Chicken dinners at the St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Hall. Serving hours are 5:30 to 7:00 PM each evening. We offer dine-in or take-out service. Adults & take-outs are $13. Children (6 to12) $6, children 5 and under are free. Three dollars from each meal purchased will be set aside and donated to these four community organizations: Helping Hand, Hope Foundation, Heal House and Indianola Ministry Association. Boy Scout Troop 123 will be hosting a dessert table. Our fish & chicken breading does not contain any wheat flour.
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Saturday,Nov 9 9:30AMIndianola Country Club
$38/pp catered by Mishmash Eats & Sweets
Buy tickets from any Indianola Guild Member or contact the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 or boxoffice@dmmo.org
- Delicious Brunch
- Decadent Desserts
- Fabulous Bingo Prizes
- Live Auction
- Silent Auction
- Great Music
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Start your holiday shopping this week at the Roots Open House!Stop in from the 6th through the 9th to check out the fun new holiday apparel, and samples of dips, soups and cheesecakes. Plus, each day stop in to enter a bag full of goodies from Roots and $20 gift card from our great small businesses across the street from us. Make a purchase for an extra chance to win!
Wednesday: Pageturners Bookstore
Thursday: Savor the Rise
Friday: Crouse Cafe
Saturday: Mishmash
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Come join us for our trivia!Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
The losing team will suggest 3 categories that we announce to all present, then tell the losing team the category chose for the following week.
Monday, November 11, 2024
The Indianola Community School District is set to commemorate the official groundbreaking on the first phase of its high school building project on November 11.The district will complete the high school renovation in two phases, using a “replace in place” concept plan. This involves a comprehensive modernization of the facility, replacing older sections of the building and incorporating existing sections that require less updating.
A groundbreaking ceremony will take place Monday, November 11, at 4:45 p.m. Board members will conduct a traditional groundbreaking and beam-signing ceremony. Members of the community are invited to attend. The site is located at 1304 E. First Avenue in Indianola.
“It is thrilling to see work begin on this project, which is the result of several years of collaboration and planning amongst the district, Board of Education, and community,” said Superintendent Tara Paul. “We greatly appreciate the individuals who have contributed to the success of this project from the very beginning. I look forward to continuing the first phase of this exciting project and watching the physical improvements of our schools for our students, staff, and community.”
Phase I of the project includes constructing a new two-story academic wing, community commons, kitchen, administration suite, and main entrance. It will also involve demolishing the existing one-story southern academic wing as well as reconfiguring parking and drop-off areas.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
The Village is growing BIGGER to serve our community BETTER!Join us for our 'All Things Pumpkin' coffee bar and snacks, and hear about the exciting upcoming construction at The Village and what it could mean for you!
For more details on our upcoming remodel, please visit https://www.wesleylife.org/the-village/expansion.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Join Driving Cap Entertainment and West Hill Brewing for Monthly Trivia!Thursday, November 14, 2024
Embark on a guided hike under the enchanting glow of the moon, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature. This program is designed to provide a memorable and educational outdoor experience, blending tranquility, adventure, and history!As the sun sinks further behind the horizon, a naturalist will lead you through carefully chosen trails, ensuring your safety while experiencing the natural world in a whole new (lack of) light. The trail will be illuminated only by the glow of the full moon, creating an atmospheric ambiance that adds a touch of mystery and magic to the adventure. If the sky is cloudy it will cause the trail to be even darker! This program is tailored to cater to participants of various fitness levels and age groups. Whether you are a seasoned hiker or a beginner, we will adjust the pace and difficulty according to the group’s requirements, allowing everyone to enjoy the experience.
This guided nocturnal exploration provides a unique opportunity to witness the nocturnal wildlife in action. Listen attentively and you may catch the sounds of hooting owls, or rustling wildlife. Spotting nocturnal creatures like foxes, deer, or even an elusive raccoon adds an extra layer of excitement to the adventure.
No flashlights are required. While you can bring a flashlight if you feel absolutely necessary, we ask that you do not turn it on unless absolutely necessary! We want to have a chance to experience our true night vision. The naturalist will have lights in case of emergency.
Space is limited. Registration opens October 14th.
Thursday, November 14, 2024
Contact(s):“Getting Started with Backyard Chickens” Workshop Set for November 14th, 2024 in Indianola
One-hour extension workshop covers ordering and caring for a new flock
Indianola, Iowa – Learn the basics of choosing and caring for backyard chickens at a free one-hour workshop November 14th, 2024 in Indianola. The workshop is sponsored by Warren County Extension and Outreach and the ISU Extension and Outreach Small Farms program.
Instructor Christa Hartsook will cover how to order, care for and protect your new flock. Topics include brooding chicks, appropriate feeders and waterers and coop construction tips.
To register, visit https://form.jotform.com/242676242645158.
Workshop is free of charge. For more information, contact bcecot@iastate.edu or call Bethany Cecot at 515-961-6237.
Related links:
Getting Started with Backyard Chickens eCourse: https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/15129
ISU Extension and Outreach Small Farm Sustainability program: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/smallfarms
ISU Extension and Outreach Farm, Food and Enterprise Development program:
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/ffed
Friday, November 15, 2024
West Wing Vinyls are coming down to West Hill to spin some records for the night while you sip and peruse some of their vinyl collection.Saturday, November 16, 2024
November 16th from 9AM to 4PM Trumpeting Color Consultant Logan Mauch is going to be hosting a pop-up color analysis at The Funky Zebras Boutique of Indianola! For only $100, she will be hosting thirty-minute color coding sessions with a color card deck to take home with you! This pop-up is by appointment only, click the link below to schedule your session now!https://calendly.com/abeautifullife/thefunkyzebras
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Bring a friend (or two!) and spend a relaxing afternoon learning the art of needle felting at this fun and hands-on crafting party! You'll be introduced to the calming craft of creating 3D characters using wool, barbed needles, and simple techniques that are perfect for beginners. Just in time to craft that special gift for a loved one! The class is taught by Simply Crafty.Tickets are $40 per person and include all your materials, expert instruction, and your first drink. Tickets can be purchased at: https://addmi.com/e/diy-needle-felting-gnomes-at-the-local-vine-1116-O8xLS25Z9v_2vBuLO-f.
Please feel free to indulge in more drinks or food provided by The Local Vine while we craft away the afternoon!
Saturday, November 16, 2024
Come join us for our trivia!Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
The losing team will suggest 3 categories that we announce to all present, then tell the losing team the category chose for the following week.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Ackworth Garden Club will meet on Wednesday, November 20th at Scotch Ridge Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. The business meeting will begin at 11:00 AM with gardening Q&A. A lite lunch/snack provided by November hosts follows the meeting at Noon with a program at 1:00 PM. This month's program is Make & Take Holiday craft. Thursday, November 21, 2024
Harvest Academy is hosting an open house for the public to come visit our facility to learn more about Harvest Academy. We will discuss our behavior change model, see a day in the life of our students, tour our property, and end with a complimentary lunch.We will be hosting our friends, family, and supporters or our program and moving company November 21st starting at 11:30am-1:00pm. Please RSVP to taylor@harvestacademy.com.
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Take advantage of our extended hours on the 3rd Thursday of each month to visit the Annett Nature Center!
There may be new things to check out, an activity, or a chance to visit after school and work that might be harder during our regular office hours!
Friday, November 22, 2024
Join us for our 3rd annual holiday event!
- pick up pre-ordered farm-fresh live holiday wreaths
- farm-fresh Iowa-grown holiday pre-cut live fraser& canan trees
- farm-fresh spruce tips & greenery
- farm-fresh garland
- Find all kinds of other holiday goodies!
- Red Roaming Acres
- Milk & Honey Orchard & Apiary
- Tina’s Homemade Goodies
- In The Ayr
- Honey Hollow will be open
- Edge of the Woods Farm will be hosting their holiday open house
Friday, November 22, 2024
Music Bingo at West Hill brewing Company.Friday, November 22, 2024
Come join us for our trivia!Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
The losing team will suggest 3 categories that we announce to all present, then tell the losing team the category chose for the following week.
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Join us for our 3rd annual holiday event! Bring the kiddos for a picture with Santa on Saturday 11/23 from 9-11.
- pick up pre-ordered farm-fresh live holiday wreaths
- farm-fresh Iowa-grown holiday pre-cut live fraser& canan trees
- farm-fresh spruce tips & greenery
- farm-fresh garland
- Find all kinds of other holiday goodies!
- Red Roaming Acres
- Milk & Honey Orchard & Apiary
- Tina’s Homemade Goodies
- In The Ayr
- Honey Hollow will be open
- Edge of the Woods Farm will be hosting their holiday open house
Saturday, November 23, 2024
A one of a kind special sales event featuring 12+ area artists
- Potters
- Painters
- Photographers
- Jewelers
- Exclusive VIP pre-shopping
Featured Artists:
- Maggie Douglas
- Pam Douglas
- Kristy Evans
- Pam Hibbs
- Emily Milewsky
- Geofferson
- Rachel Terlop
- Tanya Wilhite
- Jennifer Lee
- Caroline Warren
- Josh Steele
- Nancy Hatch
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Indianola Downtown Mainstreet is preparing for Home for the Holidays 2024! This years event will be held on Saturday, November 23rd on the Indianola Downtown Mainstreet! We are busy planning up fun things for people of all ages! Stay tuned for more information!
- Santa
- Letters to Santa
- Christmas and Disney Character Meet & Greet
- Train
- Live Windows
- Christmas Vendors
- Christmas Carolers
- Photo ops
- Lighted Parade and more!
Saturday, November 23, 2024
On November 23rd during the Home for the Holidays event on the Indianola Downtown Square, the Indianola Chamber is hosting the annual Holiday Lighted Parade. We want to make this the best lighted parade ever! We are asking YOU to sign your organization up to be a part of the parade! Here are the details for the event:
- Parade Time: The parade will kick off at 7:30, participants should start lining up at 7:00pm to ensure a smooth start
- Float Requirements: Participants provide a parade entry, we encourage floats, vehicles, and even decorated people! The only requirement is that your entry is creatively decorated with lights to illuminate the parade route.
- Candy and Treat: Feel free to bring your own candy or treats to distribute to the excited onlookers. It’s a great way to spread holiday joy!
- Competition: To add an extra element of fun, there will be prizes for various categories. Let your creativity shine and you might be the winner!
Let’s come together to make the “Home for the Holidays” a memorable event for our community!
Sunday, November 24, 2024
Simpson College Community Orchestra Concert
The Simpson College Community Orchestra will present its fall concert on Sunday, November 24th, at 7:30 pm in the Blank Performing Arts Center (BPAC). A dessert reception will follow the performance.
The free, hour-long concert is family friendly; children are welcome. The orchestra invites community members who have never attended an orchestra concert to feel comfortable to do so. Because the concert is only an hour in length, features literature that has been chosen for its variety and accessibility, and has been planned to appeal to musician and non-musician audience members alike, an SCCO concert is an "easy" first orchestra concert to attend. Additionally, there will be the reward of dessert at the reception following the performance. Come for the music; stay for the sweets.
The orchestra will herald the coming of the Christmas season with a performance of the Fantasia on "We Three Kings", by Brian Balmages. The piece includes a beautiful rendering of the familiar theme while introducing exotic harmonies. "What Child Is This" is included as a second melody in the middle of the piece.
The program includes two pieces by women composers. Dochas, which means "Hope" in Scottish Gaelic, is a slow fanfare by Laura Pettigrew to be performed by the full orchestra. The string orchestra will perform the first movement of Libby Croad's Suite for String Orchestra, an ensemble favorite because of its playful fugal melodies and its interplay of pizzicato and arco passages.
The audience pleaser may prove to be the Danzon #2, a Cuban dance piece by Arturo Marquez, featuring syncopated rhythms, a lively tempo, and assorted percussion instruments. Audience members may find it difficult to keep their feet and hips still!
Please call 515-961-1637, the phone number for the Simpson Music Office, with any questions regarding the performance. BPAC has a step-free entrance on the south end of the building. Cars may pull up to the south doors to drop off passengers before parking in the lot. Additional parking is located in two lots to the north of the performance venue.
Thursday, November 28, 2024
Calling all Turkey Trotters or Turkey Walkers!A small, local non-profit, Camp Jubilee, is hosting a 5K Turkey Trot or 1 Mile Turkey Walk in partnership with Indianola Fusion Fitness on Thanksgiving morning. 🦃 Come kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with us on Thanksgiving morning - Thursday, November 28, 2024. You will have the option to participate in a 5K Turkey Trot with prizes for the top 3 winners or a 1 Mile Turkey Walk. Winners will receive a free pie to bring to their Thanksgiving feast!
Registration is $30 and all runners will receive a race number and a t-shirt for participating. Light snacks and drinks will be provided after the event. Registrations submitted after November 10 are not guaranteed a t-shirt in their size, but accommodations will be offered if we are unable to meet your needs.
The Turkey Trot will start at Fusion Fitness in Indianola (2406 West 2nd Avenue). Check-in and registration will open at 8:15 a.m. The race will begin at 9 a.m.
Reach out to indianolacampjubilee@gmail.com with any questions.
Camp Jubilee is an annual week long summer camp for adults with special needs. We are a registered non-profit 501(c)3 which makes any donation above your race fee tax deductible. We are volunteer ran and all event proceeds goes into making camp great for our campers. You may even see some campers at the Turkey Trot! If you’re interested in volunteering and getting involved, reach out to us via email.
🧡 We would love to see you there!
Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwVBFz5xyiwhjOcql1AkooRRYuwZ8v0T_uBuoRugqYNvVGjA/viewform?
GoFundMe Payment Option: https://www.gofundme.com/f/2024-camp-jubilee-turkey-trot?attribution_id=sl%3A0bca9c03-e595-4b3d-b8de-c1359b10c154&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp8_t2&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Join us in celebrating our local businesses on Small Business Saturday! This day is dedicated to supporting the heart of our community—our small businesses. Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts, enjoying local dining, or discovering services right in your neighborhood, every purchase makes a difference.
Get involved by visiting your favorite local shops, dining at local restaurants, and spreading the word about the importance of shopping small. Together, we can strengthen our local economy and showcase the incredible talent and diversity our community has to offer. Let’s make this Small Business Saturday one to remember!
Saturday, November 30, 2024
-20% off all items
-drawing, entry with eligible purchase
-clearance table
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Make your holiday shopping list & check it twice.. The Barn is full of curated Christmas & holly jolly home decor, seasonal florals & garlands, cozy apparel, local Iowa goodies & giftables, antiques sourced with love, & endless inspiration!Saturday, November 30, 2024
Come join us for our trivia!Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
The losing team will suggest 3 categories that we announce to all present, then tell the losing team the category chose for the following week.
