Warren County Piecemakers' Quilt Guild Exhibition at Simpson College Gallery of Art and Design, April 5, 2024 through July 31, 2024. The exhibition features 17 quilts made by members of the guild.
The gallery is located on Howard Street between Clinton and Detroit Avenues. Gallery hours are 9am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday through the end of May. On weekends, and after May, the gallery can be open by special arrangement. Contact Justin Nostrala at justin.nostrala@simpson.edu. The gallery will also be open regularly during the Indianola Summer Arts Festival and Balloon Classic, Saturday, July 27 and 28, 2024. The event is free and open to the public. more info...
Patrick Moore is an Indianola composer and lifelong musician. His music is predominantly guitar oriented, though all the musical instruments on his albums are played by him. His main influences are Pat Metheny, Jean-Luc Ponty and Keith Jarrett. He will have eight instrumental jazz CDs available and will be accepting tips. All music will be his original music. more info...
Dorothy and her dog Toto find themselves in the strange land of Oz after a cyclone hits her Aunt and Uncle's house in Kansas. To return home, Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to find the famous Wizard of Oz who lives in the beautiful Emerald City. more info...
Join the Simpson College community as we celebrate our 2024 Spring Commencement ceremony Saturday, April 27 at 10 a.m. in Cowels Fieldhouse. More information here: https://simpson.edu/academics/commencement
Join Bethany with Begin Again Yoga for community yoga at West Hill Brewing Company. Enjoy a 60-minute Hatha yoga class and beer fellowship following. This class is catered to all levels of yogis with a variety of poses for all to enjoy.
A $20 admission gets you yoga plus one complimentary beer, hard cider, or non-alcoholic beverage before the taproom is open to the public. Taproom doors open prior to class at 10:30 a.m. more info...
Stop by the flower farm and shop our flower plant starts to grow your own cutting garden this season! Tour the farm and get a sneak peek at what we have planned this year. Drop in anytime, no tickets or reservations needed. Depending on bloom time, we will also have fresh cut tulip bouquets for sale too!
Questions? Visit our website or send us an email! more info...
Dorothy and her dog Toto find themselves in the strange land of Oz after a cyclone hits her Aunt and Uncle's house in Kansas. To return home, Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to find the famous Wizard of Oz who lives in the beautiful Emerald City. more info...
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%. more info...
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%.
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! more info...
Come meet Sinikka and her family, husband Spencer, and Spencer's mother as you shop and enjoy your time on the square.
Let's Chat is a 30-day devotional designed to bring women closer to God and to each other in their daily conversations. Written to spark discussion between mothers and daughters, this book would be great for mothers, daughters, grandmothers, aunts, nieces, or any special sisters-in-Christ to explore your faith together on topics that women frequently encounter.
Join us at The Village to meet the Honey Hollow team! Educational program provided along with the opportunity to purchase handmade crafts and delicious honey creations. more info...
Come & learn about how to handle tragedy in the work and the homelife & how to ask hard questions when someone you know is not in good brain health.
Agenda:
8:00-8:30am: Doors open - Breakfast, Coffee & Tea Bar will be provided!
8:30-11:30am: Interactive Program & Table Discussions
Speakers:
Sam Pattison is speaking on When tragedy hits the Workplace or Community
Chelsey Joiner is speaking on How to identify mental health in the Workplace. How to have difficult conversations & refer to community resources.
Meet the Drama Kings - Scott Davis, John Mattingly and Bob Brown. They play a variety of musical styles, including light jazz, older pop tunes, blues and originals. They've been playing with each other, and other Des Moines metro bands, for many years.
Join 1 OAK at The Village in Indianola for an educational make-and-take workshop on succulents. Guest will get a small planter and their choice of adorable little succulents to fill it. Feel free to bring your own small planter as well. Learn care tips and how to propagate different ways.
Join a WCCB naturalist for an educational presentation that will leave you with an appreciation for these powerful predators. From our smallest raptor to our largest and everyone in between, prepare to be captivated by Iowa’s raptors. Whether you are a birdwatcher or curious about raptors there is something to learn for everyone.
Register here: https://www.warrenccb.org/event/raptors-of-iowa/
Program Style: Indoor Presentation
Location: Indianola Activities Center
Terrain: Paved sidewalk
Recommended age: 3rd & up
Registration: Encouraged more info...
Are you in need of an easy, filling, and delicious recipe for your next camping trip or outdoor adventure? Learn to prepare scrumptious recipes that will feed a crowd. Participants will prepare recipes, cook them in the Dutch oven, and learn how to care for Dutch oven cookware.
The cost is $5 per person and payment of cash or check can me dropped off or mailed to WCCB, 15565 118th Ave., Indianola, IA 50125. This program is geared towards those 12 and older and children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Payment and registration are required by May 2, 2024.
Tabatha McLain will talk about mental health stigma, ways to reduce the stigma, opening the lines of communication, and will discuss resources that are available in Warren County.
Tabatha is a General Service Coordinator for CICS and covers both Warren and Madison Counties. Tabatha has worked with CICS for a year now, but has held positions in the Mental Health and Provider world for many years. Tabatha has been a Case Manager, Program Coordinator, Service Coordinator and a Program Manager just to name a few. Tabatha holds a BS in Psychology and an MA in Engaged Humanities with an Emphasis in Depth Psychology. Currently Tabatha helps people get connected with Mental Health and Disability Services that they need and helps to ensure that the Services are funded if needed.
he Indianola Fire Department and Indianola Noon Lions Club are flipping flapjacks at the 2024 Open House and Pancake Breakfast fundraiser! This family-friendly event draws hundreds of residents who can enjoy "all you care to eat" pancakes and sausage. Coffee, juice and milk will also be provided.
Here’s what you need to know:
Location: Indianola Fire Department, 110 N. 1st Street
Donation Cause: To raise money to purchase a UEScope® Video Laryngoscope
“The King Vision video laryngoscopes that the fire department uses are being discontinued, according to the manufacturer. Because of this, the Indianola Fire Department is fundraising to replace the obsolete equipment,” said Indianola Fire Captain Thad White. “The UEScope has been identified as a good replacement that will meet the needs of our paramedics and the citizens of Indianola.”
Ackworth Garden Club Plant sale will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024. This event is for both seasoned gardeners and casual plant lovers.
This is our annual fundraiser. We use our proceeds to fund various projects in our communities. This includes Youth Container Gardening Class, Warren County Fair Junior Flower Department premiums. We maintain gardens at the Warren County Fairgrounds, Norwalk Brownie Park & Magnolia Arboretum, Carlisle Historical Randleman House, Warren County Justice Center and Scotch Ridge Presbyterian Church Grounds. We also sponsor a $500 scholarship for a local Warren County horticultural student attending Iowa State University.
Stop by and shop for:
• Quality plants from local gardeners
• Annuals and perennials
• Vegetables and herbs
• Hanging baskets
• House plants
• Gardening advice
• Garden Art
• Garden sale items
• Gently used gardening treasures
We appreciate your support! more info...
RESEARCH RETREAT
Saturday, May 18, 2024, 1300 W. 2nd Ave, Indianola Warren Co. Historical Museum - East Side of County Fairgrounds $5 donation suggested
Historical Research and Genealogical Research. Come anytime during the afternoon, stay as long as you wish. Join the group meetings at 2:00 and 4:00 Or spend time searching our collections WIFI available – Bring your computer and other records. Volunteers will be available to help assist with your research. It’s not required but you are welcome to bring snacks to share. 2:00 – Planning your Warren County Fair Exhibit
4:00 –Treasures at the WCHS Research Library
Available information: Warren County newspapers - Probates – Obituaries – Wills - Criminal Records - Family Histories - School Records – Maps/Plat Books - Military Records – Church/Organization records more info...
Grab your blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a FREE concert featuring the 60 piece band. Ice cream treats provided courtesy of The Village. Parking is available in the lot off of E Street or street parking is available. more info...
Open to ALL children K - 12 who reside in Warren County. Learn about potting your own planter and then entering it in the Warren County Fair Youth Horticultural II Division.
At this FREE class you will learn about selecting plants, pots, maintenance of your plants, and grooming your entries for the Warren County Fair. You will have hands on experience in preparing your soil, selecting a plant, and potting it to take home with you.
New classes have been added to the Warren County Fair Youth Horticulture II Division for sunflowers and the most creative flower container. Please refer to the Warren County 2024 Fair Book Flower section for details. more info...
Ackworth Garden Club will meet on Wednesday, May 22nd at Scotch Ridge United Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall at Noon. This month's program will be at 11:00 AM and we will be taking a tour of a local Carlisle garden. A lite lunch/snack provided by May hosts wll follow the tour at Noon at the church with our business meeting beginning at 1:00 PM. more info...
This free program is presented by Sarah Uthoff and mixes stories and information about Laura Ingalls Wilder's life with food history and hands-on cooking. It's the 1930's and we find ourselves in Laura's kitchen as she's dealing with all the food coming in from a bountiful summer garden. Catch up with the story of her life while we learn what's cooking. This event is funded in part by Humanities Iowa, a private, non-profit state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with excitement, delicious bites, and fantastic company. This isn't just any pre-party – it's THE pre-party for all our VIP sponsors and attendees, designed to set the stage for an epic summer ahead!
As the workday winds down, gather your colleagues and friends and head to the vibrant atmosphere of the back alley behind MD Hair. From 5-7 PM, immerse yourself in the ultimate pre-summer celebration, where every moment is infused with fun and energy. Beer, soda, appetizers and some swag are included in your ticket.
Plus, groove to the rhythm of a talented local Bent Pipe Band, whose tunes will keep you dancing until the Standing Hamptons hit the stage!
Special Opportunity - purchase a Summer Nights Live VIP Table, inclusive of dinner and round of drinks for 8, and then you will get 4 FREE TICKETS to the VIP Back-Alley Pre-Party Included!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to unwind, connect, and kickstart the summer season with a bang! Secure your tickets now and get ready to experience the VIP treatment like never before. See you at the VIP Pre-Party for Summer Nights Live! ðð¥
Tickets - Adults $30, Students $15, 10 & Under free with purchase of adult ticket
Get ready for an unforgettable night at the Indianola Downtown square, SW Corner, on Friday, May 31st, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., featuring the electrifying tunes of Standing Hampton! For a preview of the talent that will be gracing our stage, visit www.standinghampton.com.
The evening is packed with delights beyond the live performance. Dive into a variety of delicious food and drinks from our local establishments, partake in family-friendly activities, and enhance your experience with our VIP tables, now available for sign-up. Admission is a free-will offering and a leisurely setting...so bring your seating for comfort, but remember, outside coolers are not permitted.
Excitingly new this year is a VIP pre-party, an exclusive gathering before the main event for our VIP guests to kick-start the festivities in style, featuring local Bent Pipe Band! Head to https://www.indianolachamber.com/SNLVIPParty to learn more!
Sponsorship opportunities are open for those looking to elevate their presence and impact at this event. For more details on how to become a sponsor or to register for VIP tables and the pre-party, please visit https://www.indianolachamber.com/summer-nights-live-sponsorships.
Don't miss out on this celebration of music, community, and fun. Mark your calendars for a night with Standing Hampton that promises to be more memorable than ever. See you there!
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 more info...
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%. more info...
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%. more info...
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! more info...
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. more info...
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 more info...
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. more info...
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!
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! more info...
For more information, please visit https://www.dsmpartnership.com/growing-business-here/business-resources/small-business-resources/small-business-success-summit. more info...
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.
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!
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 more info...
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! more info...
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!
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 more info...
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. more info...
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. more info...
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!
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 more info...
Based on Oscar Wilde’s sensational play, Richard Strauss’s Salometook 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!
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!
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%. more info...
Join us for Red Acre Barn Summer Fest hosted by Bub Olive! The event will run July 5th 3:00PM - 8:00PM and again July 6th 9:00AM - 4:00PM. There is a $10 admission that will allow you unlimited games, giveaways, and fun! All students and young children are FREE!
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!
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 more info...
Join us for Red Acre Barn Summer Fest hosted by Bub Olive! The event will run July 5th 3:00PM - 8:00PM and again July 6th 9:00AM - 4:00PM. There is a $10 admission that will allow you unlimited games, giveaways, and fun! All students and young children are FREE!
Claude Debussy’s only completed opera, Pelléas & Mélisande, shimmers with Impressionist color like a Monet painting, and its mesmerizing score dazzles. This exquisitely nuanced and rarely performed work casts a hypnotic spell, capturing a world of dreams where forbidden love blossoms.
This new production features the return of Iowa baritone John Moore in a role debut as Pelléas, soprano Sydney Mancasola as Mélisande, Brandon Cedel in a company debut as Golaud, with Derrick Inouye leading the DMMO Festival Orchestra in his company debut and Chas Rader-Shieber returning to direct his seventh DMMO production.
Tickets start at $25. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!
Based on Oscar Wilde’s sensational play, Richard Strauss’s Salometook 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!
Join us for an exclusive chamber member social gathering, where professionals from various industries come together for an evening of networking, collaboration, and building meaningful connections. Connect with fellow members, exchange ideas, and explore potential partnerships in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your business network and strengthen your community ties.
Who: All Chamber Businesses/Members
What: Come network, Colab and build meaningful connections
When: Tuesday, July 9 4:30-6:30PM
Where: Brickhouse Tavern (107 N. Howard St) more info...
We WANT YOU to enter the Warren County Fair Open Class Flower Department Botanical Arts competition IN 2024!
We have new Botanical Design and Artistic Crafts divisions this year and this workshop will provide you with the needed information and time to prepare your entry. more info...
Claude Debussy’s only completed opera, Pelléas & Mélisande, shimmers with Impressionist color like a Monet painting, and its mesmerizing score dazzles. This exquisitely nuanced and rarely performed work casts a hypnotic spell, capturing a world of dreams where forbidden love blossoms.
This new production features the return of Iowa baritone John Moore in a role debut as Pelléas, soprano Sydney Mancasola as Mélisande, Brandon Cedel in a company debut as Golaud, with Derrick Inouye leading the DMMO Festival Orchestra in his company debut and Chas Rader-Shieber returning to direct his seventh DMMO production.
Tickets start at $25. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!
We are back for The Summer Swolstice! Fourth year in a row and we are ready to make it the best year yet!
Our male/female comp is a RX, intermediate, and scaled competition.
Each year we grow bigger and bigger and have been selling out earlier from the year before. Be sure to watch our social media and get registered ASAP! Registration begins on Monday, April 8th, 2024 at 8:00am and closes Saturday, June 29th, 2024 at 11:59pm.
Mark your calendars for July 13th.
Year 4.
3 Divisions.
1 Great Cause!
Join us in raising supplies and funds for Kiya Koda Humane Society with our summer competition.
Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/883315318897?aff=oddtdtcreator
Standards: RX Requirements
Deadlift (225/155+), Thruster (135/95+), Any variation of Clean (185/125+), Any Variation of Snatch (135/95+), Wallball work 10ft/9ft (30/20), Kettlebell work (70/53), Dumbbell Work (70/50), Box Jumps (30”/24”), All variations of jump rope, Toes-to-Bar, Muscle-ups, Handstand Walking, Handstand Push-ups, Pistol Squats, Rope Climbs. RX athletes should be prepared for everything. Please note that these standards provide guidelines, and events may include different weights and/or movements.
Intermediate Requirements
Deadlift (185/135), Thruster (115/75), Any variation of Clean (135/95), Any Variation of Snatch (115/75), Wallball work 10ft/9ft (20+/14), Kettlebell work (35+/25+), Dumbbell Work (35+/20+), Box Jumps (24”/20”), Double-Unders, Toes-to-Bar, Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups, Handstand Push-ups, Pistol Squats, Rope Climbs. Please note that these standards provide guidelines, and events may include different weights and/or movements.
Scaled Requirements
Deadlift (135/85), Thruster (75/55), Any variation of Clean (95/65), Any Variation of Snatch (75/55), Wallball work 10ft/9ft (14/10), Kettlebell work (35/25), Dumbbell Work (35/20), Box Step-ups (24/20), Single-Unders, Hanging Straight Leg Raises, Box Push Ups, Ring Rows. Please note that these standards provide guidelines, and events may include different weights and/or movements. more info...
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 more info...
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!
Based on Oscar Wilde’s sensational play, Richard Strauss’s Salometook 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!
Damien Geter and Lila Palmer's American Apollo gives voice to a pivotal figure in American art: Thomas Eugene McKeller, a Black hotel worker who served as model and muse for famous portraitist John Singer Sargent. Themes of erasure, the white gaze and the nature of the relationship between the two men are explored in this powerful new work which makes its full-length world premiere at Des Moines Metro Opera in 2024.
This world premiere opera features baritone Justin Austin as Thomas Eugene McKeller, tenor William Burden making a company debut as John Singer Sargent, soprano Mary Dunleavy as Isabella Stewart Gardner, and DMMO Marshall and Judy Flapan Music Director and Principal Conductor David Neely leading the production alongside stage director Shaun Patrick Tubbs, who makes his company debut.
Tickets start at $50. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!
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!
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!
Ackworth Garden Club will meet on Wednesday, July 17th 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 July hosts follows the meeting at Noon with a program at 1:00 PM. This month's program is Honey Hollow Apiary and Gardens presented by Shannon Bardole-Foley. more info...
Claude Debussy’s only completed opera, Pelléas & Mélisande, shimmers with Impressionist color like a Monet painting, and its mesmerizing score dazzles. This exquisitely nuanced and rarely performed work casts a hypnotic spell, capturing a world of dreams where forbidden love blossoms.
This new production features the return of Iowa baritone John Moore in a role debut as Pelléas, soprano Sydney Mancasola as Mélisande, Brandon Cedel in a company debut as Golaud, with Derrick Inouye leading the DMMO Festival Orchestra in his company debut and Chas Rader-Shieber returning to direct his seventh DMMO production.
Tickets start at $25. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!
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! more info...
Damien Geter and Lila Palmer's American Apollo gives voice to a pivotal figure in American art: Thomas Eugene McKeller, a Black hotel worker who served as model and muse for famous portraitist John Singer Sargent. Themes of erasure, the white gaze and the nature of the relationship between the two men are explored in this powerful new work which makes its full-length world premiere at Des Moines Metro Opera in 2024.
This world premiere opera features baritone Justin Austin as Thomas Eugene McKeller, tenor William Burden making a company debut as John Singer Sargent, soprano Mary Dunleavy as Isabella Stewart Gardner, and DMMO Marshall and Judy Flapan Music Director and Principal Conductor David Neely leading the production alongside stage director Shaun Patrick Tubbs, who makes his company debut.
Tickets start at $50. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!
Based on Oscar Wilde’s sensational play, Richard Strauss’s Salometook 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!
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 more info...
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!
Claude Debussy’s only completed opera, Pelléas & Mélisande, shimmers with Impressionist color like a Monet painting, and its mesmerizing score dazzles. This exquisitely nuanced and rarely performed work casts a hypnotic spell, capturing a world of dreams where forbidden love blossoms.
This new production features the return of Iowa baritone John Moore in a role debut as Pelléas, soprano Sydney Mancasola as Mélisande, Brandon Cedel in a company debut as Golaud, with Derrick Inouye leading the DMMO Festival Orchestra in his company debut and Chas Rader-Shieber returning to direct his seventh DMMO production.
Tickets start at $25. Order online or call the DMMO Box Office at 515-209-3257 to order!
Indianola is excited to be a meeting town for RAGBRAI LI on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, as riders make the 75-mile trek from Winterset to Knoxville. From scenic routes to pit stops filled with local flair on the ground and high above, we’ve got your cycling adventure covered. Consider this as your one-stop shop for everything related to RAGBRAI in Indianola.
If you are interested in volunteering or being a vendor please visit Experience Indianola!
In the coming weeks, this page will feature rider and resident information, news and announcements, vendor applications, volunteer opportunities and more. Check back often for updates as plans are finalized, and stay connected with Experience Indianola on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
Visitors swarm to the balloon field of Indianola by the thousands every summer. And they leave awestruck. The National Balloon Classic spans nine incredible days. More than 150 hot air balloons take to the skies in a burst of brilliant color as pilots from around the world test their skills in pursuit of points, prizes, and the championship titles.
There’s live music and activities every night as well as plenty of food and fun for the whole family! And there are more than just hot air balloons taking to the sky — watch for skydivers, fireworks, and a display featuring giant kites.
During the National Balloon Classic on July 27 and August 3, Indianola's yoga in the park program moves to Memorial Balloon Field. Let your spirit soar as you stretch and move under a sky filled with hot air balloons.
This experience is FREE thanks to instructors Molly Sivertsen (July 27) and Haylee Skow (August 10).
Be sure to sign up for the Yoga in the Park text group to be alerted in case of weather cancellations at https://indianolaiowa.gov/PRtexts
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%. more info...
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%. more info...
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! more info...
During the National Balloon Classic on July 27 and August 3, Indianola's yoga in the park program moves to Memorial Balloon Field. Let your spirit soar as you stretch and move under a sky filled with hot air balloons.
This experience is FREE thanks to instructors Molly Sivertsen (July 27) and Haylee Skow (August 10).
Be sure to sign up for the Yoga in the Park text group to be alerted in case of weather cancellations at https://indianolaiowa.gov/PRtexts
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 more info...
Welcome back to "Grow Here Now: Session Three" — "Staying the Course and Planning for the Future"! Whether you're returning for another insightful session or joining us for the first time, we're thrilled to have you on board. In this session, we're focusing on the crucial balance between staying on track with your current objectives and preparing for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.
Led by the insightful Sinikka Waugh, we'll begin by revisiting the tools and strategies introduced in our earlier sessions. This refresher ensures that everyone is not just informed but empowered to move forward effectively.Have the day-to-day demands shifted your focus away from your long-term vision? It's time to pause, reflect, and re-calibrate. We'll explore how to bridge the gap between your current position and your future aspirations, ensuring alignment and momentum.But we're not stopping there. We'll thoroughly explore a proven retrospective process, leveraging insights gained to propel you towards even greater success. Together, we'll assess what's working, what's not, and what adjustments are needed to keep you on course.
In addition, we'll equip you with the tools and techniques necessary to plan for the future. How can you anticipate and prepare for the next 3, 5, even 10 years? We'll explore innovative approaches to ensure sustained growth across people, processes, and technology.
Join us as we re-calibrate, refocus, and re-energize our journey towards sustainable growth. Your tomorrow starts today — let's navigate it together and make every moment count.
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 more info...
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 more info...
Join us on Saturday, August 24th for a fun night with Live Music on the NE Corner of the Indianola Downtown square from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. There will be food and drink, family friendly activities, and VIP tables for purchase! Look forward to seeing you there!
Free Admission!
No Outside Coolers Allowed!
Bring Seating with you!
Food & Drink will be available for purchase from the Indianola Downtown Merchants!
Sponsorship Opportunites are available! Email office@indianolachamber.com for more info!
Join a WCCB naturalist for an educational presentation that will leave you with an appreciation for these powerful predators. From our smallest raptor to our largest and everyone in between, prepare to be captivated by Iowa’s raptors. Whether you are a birdwatcher or curious about raptors there is something to learn for everyone.
