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1	2 Holiday Window Decorating Contest All day December 2, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-window-decorating-contest/2019-12-02/ This holiday contest is open to all businesses, large and small. Click here for more information on this and other Holiday Happenings! Call the Chamber, 641.672.2591, with questions. Oskaloosa Public Library Book Sale 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 2, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-public-library-book-sale/2019-12-02/ The Oskaloosa Public Library is having a book sale December 2nd through December 7th in Room A/B on the third floor of the Library. There will be Books, CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks for sale. The hours are as follows: Monday 10 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm, Thursday 10 am to 7 pm, Friday 10 am to 4 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm.	3 Holiday Window Decorating Contest All day December 3, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-window-decorating-contest/2019-12-02/ This holiday contest is open to all businesses, large and small. Click here for more information on this and other Holiday Happenings! Call the Chamber, 641.672.2591, with questions. Oskaloosa Public Library Book Sale 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 3, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-public-library-book-sale/2019-12-02/ The Oskaloosa Public Library is having a book sale December 2nd through December 7th in Room A/B on the third floor of the Library. There will be Books, CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks for sale. The hours are as follows: Monday 10 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm, Thursday 10 am to 7 pm, Friday 10 am to 4 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm.	4 Holiday Window Decorating Contest All day December 4, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-window-decorating-contest/2019-12-02/ This holiday contest is open to all businesses, large and small. Click here for more information on this and other Holiday Happenings! Call the Chamber, 641.672.2591, with questions. Oskaloosa Public Library Book Sale 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 4, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-public-library-book-sale/2019-12-02/ The Oskaloosa Public Library is having a book sale December 2nd through December 7th in Room A/B on the third floor of the Library. There will be Books, CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks for sale. The hours are as follows: Monday 10 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm, Thursday 10 am to 7 pm, Friday 10 am to 4 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm.	5 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 5, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-05/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Holiday Window Decorating Contest All day December 5, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-window-decorating-contest/2019-12-02/ This holiday contest is open to all businesses, large and small. Click here for more information on this and other Holiday Happenings! Call the Chamber, 641.672.2591, with questions. Thursday Morning Coffee Break 9:30 AM-11:00 AM December 5, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-morning-coffee-break/2019-12-05/ Women of the community are invited to attend Thursday Morning Coffee Break at Oskaloosa 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 North 11^th St. Each week includes coffee and snacks at 9:30 with community Bible study from 10 – 11, beginning with the Gospel of Mark. Call the church at 641-673-4272 for more information. This non-denominational group meets September through April. Join any time. Oskaloosa Public Library Book Sale 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 5, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-public-library-book-sale/2019-12-02/ The Oskaloosa Public Library is having a book sale December 2nd through December 7th in Room A/B on the third floor of the Library. There will be Books, CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks for sale. The hours are as follows: Monday 10 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm, Thursday 10 am to 7 pm, Friday 10 am to 4 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. One Stop Christmas Shop 4:00 PM-9:00 PM December 5, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/one-stop-christmas-shop/2019-12-05/ Oskaloosa Winter Holiday Market will take place in Penn Central Mall December 5-7 Click here for hours and more information. S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 5, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Holiday Market and Festival of Trees 5:00 PM-7:00 PM December 5, 2019-December 6, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-market-and-festival-of-trees/2019-12-05/ Come in where it is warm and toasty to view beautiful Trees decorated by local businesses and individuals. You may also want to take a look at the Vendor show and find some great Christmas gifts. Thursday, December 5 and Friday, December 6, 5-7 pm Saturday, December 7, 10 am – 7 pm Joy to the World! Gospel Christmas Concert 6:00 PM-8:00 PM December 5, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/joy-to-the-world-gospel-christmas-concert/2019-12-05/ Enjoy variety of holiday music at Penn Central Mall from 6-8 pm. Santa at Penn Central Mall 6:00 PM-8:00 PM December 5, 2019 Penn Central Mall Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall-2/2019-12-05/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Santa’s Village opens on Black Friday. Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 5, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-05/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	6 Holiday Window Decorating Contest All day December 6, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-window-decorating-contest/2019-12-02/ This holiday contest is open to all businesses, large and small. Click here for more information on this and other Holiday Happenings! Call the Chamber, 641.672.2591, with questions. Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 6, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-06/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. The Exchange 7:30 AM-8:30 AM December 6, 2019 Smokey Row 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/the-exchange-2/2019-12-06/ It’s Friday! You know what that means, yes? The Exchange for Entrepreneurs meets at Smokey Row for Coffee & Conversation. Anyone is invited to swing by and work, pitch business ideas, seek business help, exchange thoughts and ideas, or just enjoy coffee and conversation with The Exchange. Visit www.TheExchangeOskaloosa.com for more information. Oskaloosa Public Library Book Sale 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 6, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-public-library-book-sale/2019-12-02/ The Oskaloosa Public Library is having a book sale December 2nd through December 7th in Room A/B on the third floor of the Library. There will be Books, CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks for sale. The hours are as follows: Monday 10 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm, Thursday 10 am to 7 pm, Friday 10 am to 4 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. One Stop Christmas Shop 4:00 PM-9:00 PM December 6, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/one-stop-christmas-shop/2019-12-05/ Oskaloosa Winter Holiday Market will take place in Penn Central Mall December 5-7 Click here for hours and more information. Holiday Market and Festival of Trees 5:00 PM-7:00 PM December 6, 2019-December 6, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-market-and-festival-of-trees/2019-12-05/ Come in where it is warm and toasty to view beautiful Trees decorated by local businesses and individuals. You may also want to take a look at the Vendor show and find some great Christmas gifts. Thursday, December 5 and Friday, December 6, 5-7 pm Saturday, December 7, 10 am – 7 pm Murder Mystery & Wine Dinner 6:00 PM-9:00 PM December 6, 2019 Tassel Ridge Winery 1681 220th St, Leighton, IA 50143, USA 1681 220th St, Leighton, IA 50143, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/murder-mystery-wine-dinner/2019-12-06/ Friday & Saturday, December 6 & 7 Wine Dinner & Murder Mystery 6:00 p.m.—Wine Tasting 6:30 p.m.—Dinner Seating & Show Reservations Required by 3:00 p.m. on December 4 — Murder Mysteries often sell out in advance of reservation deadline date. Advance prepaid, non-refundable reservations required by Wednesday, December 4. Call the Winery at 641.672.WINE (9463) to make reservations. $55 per person, plus tax—Harvest Club Member & 1 Guest: $50 per person, plus tax (includes dinner, show, wine paired with each course, and gratuity). Tassel Ridge Winery is the place to be for wine, dinner, and mystery, when Jest Murder Mystery Co. presents “A Dickens of a Killing.” During the show, enjoy a three-course dinner and dessert, all paired with Tassel Ridge wines. Here’s a sneak peek at A Dickens of a Killing: Welcome to a Holiday Party in Merry Olde England! A little singing! A little dancing! A little murder! What could be more fun? Of course, Scrooge is up to his old tricks again, and someone bumps him off! Who did it? Miss Havisham? The Artful Dodger? Little Tiny Tim? Or…maybe you?!! Whether you want to participate a little, or a lot, you’re sure to have a jolly good time, in jolly olde England, with “A Dickens of a Killing!” Festive Family Fun Night! 6:00 PM-9:00 PM December 6, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/festive-family-fun-night/2019-12-06/ Variety of holiday kids & family-friendly activities at Penn Central Mall, 6-9 pm. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 6, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-06/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights! Art Uncorked! 6:00 PM-8:30 PM December 6, 2019 FACE of Mahaska/Oskaloosa Art Center Oskaloosa Art Center & Studios 115 1st Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 115 1st Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/art-uncorked-2/2019-12-06/ Sip your favorite beverage and have fun painting a piece inspired by an example work of art. You will receive easy step-by-step instructions and personal attention from the instructor. No experience required! Show up with a bottle of your favorite wine or other beverage (and snacks if you like) and leave with your very own work of art. 21+ $30 per person. (Bring a friend with you and they get in for half price!) Please register by filling out the registration form on our website to secure your spot: Class size is limited. See project examples and inspiration pieces on our website. https://www.faceofmahaska.com/adult-classes	7 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 7, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-07/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Holiday Window Decorating Contest All day December 7, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-window-decorating-contest/2019-12-02/ This holiday contest is open to all businesses, large and small. Click here for more information on this and other Holiday Happenings! Call the Chamber, 641.672.2591, with questions. Holiday Market and Festival of Trees 10:00 AM-7:00 PM December 7, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-market-and-festival-of-trees-2/2019-12-07/ Come in where it is warm and toasty to view beautiful Trees decorated by local businesses and individuals. You may also want to take a look at the Vendor show and find some great Christmas gifts. Thursday, December 5 and Friday, December 6, 5-7 pm Saturday, December 7, 10 am – 7 pm Oskaloosa Public Library Book Sale 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 7, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-public-library-book-sale/2019-12-02/ The Oskaloosa Public Library is having a book sale December 2nd through December 7th in Room A/B on the third floor of the Library. There will be Books, CDs, DVDs, and Audiobooks for sale. The hours are as follows: Monday 10 am to 5:30 pm, Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm, Thursday 10 am to 7 pm, Friday 10 am to 4 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm. Santa at Penn Central Mall 12:00 PM-2:00 PM December 7, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall/2019-12-07/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Holiday Tour of Homes 1:00 PM-6:00 PM December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-tour-of-homes/2019-12-07/ Tour of Homes, Sat. 1-6 pm and Sun. 1-5 pm Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance at Book Vault, Mahaska Drug or the Chamber. Visit the homes of; Lindsey & Brett Herney Susan & John Sterns Tim & Lori McIntire Jody & Jeﬀ Mitrisin Homestead Assisted Living will be the host designation serving coﬀee and cookies as well as displaying many decorated trees. Proceeds to beneﬁt Youth for Christ Sponsored by Oskaloosa Area Association of Churches Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides 4:00 PM-6:00 PM December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/horse-drawn-wagon-rides/2019-12-07/ As part of the special holiday events taking place on December 7 prior to the Lighted Christmas Parade, enjoy Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides from 4 to 6 p.m., at the City Square Park. Enjoy holiday sights and sounds around downtown with Skunk River Drafts! One Stop Christmas Shop 4:00 PM-9:00 PM December 7, 2019-December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/one-stop-christmas-shop/2019-12-05/ Oskaloosa Winter Holiday Market will take place in Penn Central Mall December 5-7 Click here for hours and more information. Pre-Parade Concert 5:00 PM-6:00 PM December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/pre-parade-concert/2019-12-07/ Warm up before the parade begins with live music in Center Court at Penn Central Mall. Enjoy the Bank Iowa Pre-Parade Concert from 5 to 6 p.m. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 7, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-07/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights! Lighted Christmas Parade 7:00 PM-10:00 PM December 7, 2019 Oskaloosa Chamber Historic Square, Oskaloosa IA Historic Square, Oskaloosa IA 52577 Historic Square, Oskaloosa IA 52577 https://www.facebook.com/events/361933657976967/ The Lighted Christmas Parade & Festival is one of Oskaloosa’s longest-standing traditions held the week following Thanksgiving, with special events planned throughout the week. Enjoy all the festivities under the glow of Painting with Lights – Oskaloosa’s holiday light display. For more information visit Oskaloosa Main Street.
8 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 8, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-08/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Santa at Penn Central Mall 12:00 PM-2:00 PM December 8, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall-4/2019-12-08/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Holiday Tour of Homes 1:00 PM-5:00 PM December 8, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-tour-of-homes-2/2019-12-08/ Tour of Homes, Sat. 1-6 pm and Sun. 1-5 pm Tickets are $10 and can be purchased in advance at Book Vault, Mahaska Drug or the Chamber. Visit the homes of; Lindsey & Brett Herney Susan & John Sterns Tim & Lori McIntire Jody & Jeﬀ Mitrisin Homestead Assisted Living will be the host designation serving coﬀee and cookies as well as displaying many decorated trees. Proceeds to beneﬁt Youth for Christ Sponsored by Oskaloosa Area Association of Churches A Wartime Christmas 2:00 PM-5:00 PM December 8, 2019 Nelson Pioneer Farm 2211 Nelson Lane, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 2211 Nelson Lane, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://www.facebook.com/NelsonPioneerFarm/ Afternoon coﬀee time with family and community from 2-5 pm at Nelson Pioneer Farm. Free admission; donations appreciated. Merry Tuba Christmas 3:30 PM-4:30 PM December 8, 2019 Penn Central Mall Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/merry-tuba-christmas/2019-12-08/ Calling all Tuba and Low Brass Lovers! Join us for the 2019 Merry TubaChristmas concert at Penn Central Mall. Tuba players from all over Iowa will come together to spread some holiday cheer with a concert conducted by C.L. Barnhouse Vice President Kim Benson. Do you play the tuba or euphonium? Come at 1 PM to register and join in on the fun! Rehearsal begins at 1:30 PM. Musicians of all ages are invited to perform! For questions or to pre-register, contact Naomi at Penn Central Mall. Naomi.cochran@musco.com or 641.676.2691 Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 8, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-08/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	9 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 9, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-09/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Oskaloosa Kiwanis Meeting 12:00 PM-1:00 PM December 9, 2019 William Penn University 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-kiwanis-meeting/2019-12-09/ Our club has speakers from the local area and beyond to share information, organizations, happenings, and events. Newcomers and visitors are welcome. Oskaloosa Kiwanis meets every Monday from 12-1 pm at William Penn University. Our goal is, through community service, to help change the world one child, one community at a time. Our Purpose is to improve the quality of life for children and families worldwide. If you’d like more information about our club and the benefits of membership call Crystal at 641-569-0125 or email us at kiwanis@oskaloosakiwanis.org. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 9, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-09/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	10 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 10, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-10/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Oskaloosa Rotary Club Meeting 12:00 PM-1:00 PM December 10, 2019 The Peppertree 2274 Hwy 63, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 2274 Hwy 63, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-rotary-club-meeting/2019-12-10/ The Oskaloosa Rotary Club meets weekly on Tuesdays at noon at the Peppertree. Meetings include lunch, a speaker, fellowship and updates on club and community activities. Non-members are invited to stop by and see how Oskaloosa Rotary strengthens the community and world. S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 10, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Tuesday Evening Coffee Break 5:45 PM-7:15 PM December 10, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-evening-coffee-break-2/2019-12-10/ Women of the community are invited to attend Tuesday Evening Coffee Break beginning with a picnic at 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 N. 11^th St. in Oskaloosa. Classes continue weekly at the Church to include an evening meal at 5:45 followed by Bible study 6:15-7:15 for women and Bible stories, games & crafts for their children. The group will be studying the book of Acts. (Nursery can be arranged for infants.) Call Deb at 641-660-8290. Train Tuesdays at Penn Central Mall 6:00 PM-8:00 PM December 10, 2019 Penn Central Mall Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/train-tuesdays-at-penn-central-mall/2019-12-10/ It’s TRAIN TUESDAY at Penn Central Mall, and we couldn’t be more excited! From now until Christmas, we’re offering FREE holiday train rides aboard the Penn Central Mall Express. Bring your family to the Mall between 6-8pm Tuesday evenings from now until Christmas for a fun ride around the Mall on the Penn Central Mall Express! The train will not operate on Christmas Eve. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 10, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-10/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights! Lion’s Club 6:30 PM-8:00 PM December 10, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/lions-club/2019-12-10/ The Oskaloosa Lions Club meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., on the 3rd floor of the Oskaloosa Public Library (with the exception of September which is the member picnic). Click here for more information.	11 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 11, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-11/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 11, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-11/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights! The Alliance Brass Quintet 7:00 PM-9:00 PM December 11, 2019 George Daily Auditorium https://everythingmahaska.org/event/the-alliance-brass-quintet/2019-12-11/ Wednesday, December 11 @ 7 p.m. at the George Daily Auditorium ~ Celebrate classic holiday cheer with this quintet. Gather up the family and enjoy a carol sing-along and a night of holiday cheer from a powerhouse quintet. The award-winning Alliance Brass Quintet has been called “the perfect blend of virtuosity and vitality” …. Learn more and purchase tickets by clicking here…	12 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 12, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-12/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Thursday Morning Coffee Break 9:30 AM-11:00 AM December 12, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-morning-coffee-break/2019-12-12/ Women of the community are invited to attend Thursday Morning Coffee Break at Oskaloosa 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 North 11^th St. Each week includes coffee and snacks at 9:30 with community Bible study from 10 – 11, beginning with the Gospel of Mark. Call the church at 641-673-4272 for more information. This non-denominational group meets September through April. Join any time. S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 12, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Santa at Penn Central Mall 6:00 PM-8:00 PM December 12, 2019 Penn Central Mall Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall-2/2019-12-12/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Santa’s Village opens on Black Friday. Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 12, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-12/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	13 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 13, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-13/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. The Exchange 7:30 AM-8:30 AM December 13, 2019 Smokey Row 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/the-exchange-2/2019-12-13/ It’s Friday! You know what that means, yes? The Exchange for Entrepreneurs meets at Smokey Row for Coffee & Conversation. Anyone is invited to swing by and work, pitch business ideas, seek business help, exchange thoughts and ideas, or just enjoy coffee and conversation with The Exchange. Visit www.TheExchangeOskaloosa.com for more information. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 13, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-13/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	14 Gingerbread House Contest and Display All day December 14, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gingerbread-house-contest-and-display/2019-12-14/ Create your own gingerbread house! Houses will be on display at Penn Central Mall from December 5- December 14. The community will vote for their favorite from December 5 – December 7. Each vote is $1, with proceeds going to Mahaska County Habitat for Humanity. The prize winner will be announced at Merry Little Downtown Christmas on Saturday, December 14. To enter bring your gingerbread house to Penn Central Mall on Thursday, December 5th between 10 am – 11 am. Any questions call Liz at 641.660.5144. To Participate please fill out a form. Holiday Craft & Vendor Show 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 14, 2019 Penn Central Mall Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/holiday-craft-vendor-show/2019-12-14/ Make your list and check it twice! This craft & vendor show at Penn Central Mall will have something for everybody on your list! As you shop, consider entering to win craft bucks to spend at the vendor show or for a gift basket given away at the close of the event! Winter Market 10:00 AM-1:00 PM December 14, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/winter-market/2019-12-14/ Enjoy fresh baked goods, crafts, food items and perhaps a surprise or two at the “Winter Market” held the second Saturday of each month in Penn Central Mall until March 2020. Hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Questions? Want to register as a vendor? Call 641.676.2691 or email manager@penncentralmall.com Forgiven Forge – Blacksmithing 10:00 AM-12:00 PM December 14, 2019 http://www.cafchurch.org/forgiven-forge Want to create something epic from glowing metal? If anyone is interested in learning or watching others learn about blacksmithing, come out to the Hammer In Saturday at 10 am at Pastor James’ Workshop right next door to College Avenue Friends Church. remember to wear full toed shoes and noncombustible clothing. If you have leather gloves or safety glasses, go ahead and bring those too. If you are interested in learning about Blacksmithing, there is no cost involved. Come to one of our Blacksmithing Hammer Ins! Like the Forgiven Forge page or join the SE Iowa Blacksmithing Group on Facebook for Hammer In updates. Or call pastor James Tower @ six four one two nine five five six eight two 2nd Saturdays 10 AM: Come join pastor James Tower at his workshop (910 North C. St Oskaloosa) for brief devotions and help creating things from glowing metal. This group uses a combination of older and more modern techniques. 4th Saturdays 10 AM: Come join us at the historic Clark’s Blacksmithing Shop at Nelson Pioneer Farm and Museum (2211 Nelson Lane Oskaloosa). This group uses mostly turn of the century methods of blacksmithing, such as coal fired forges turned by a hand crank. Santa at Penn Central Mall 12:00 PM-2:00 PM December 14, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall/2019-12-14/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Madrigal Dessert Theatre 4:00 PM-9:00 PM December 14, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/madrigal-dessert-theatre/2019-12-14/ Oskaloosa High School Vocal and Orchestra Departments proudly present the 2019 Madrigal Dessert Theatre: A Musical Medieval Treat.” Featuring performances by the OHS Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Madrigal Troupe, and the OHS Chamber Orchestra. The event will be held in the Oskaloosa Middle School Gymnasium (1704 North Third Street, Oskaloosa). Menu includes deliciously decadent desserts. All tickets $20. Tickets are available at Brown’s Shoe Fit December 14 @ 4 p.m. ~ December 14 @ 7:30 p.m. ~ December 15 @ 2 p.m. Merry Little Downtown Christmas 5:00 PM-8:00 PM December 14, 2019 Historic Square, Oskaloosa IA Historic Square, Oskaloosa IA 52577 Historic Square, Oskaloosa IA 52577 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/merry-little-downtown-christmas/2019-12-14/ Family activities and horse-drawn wagon rides around the square. Free-will donations will be collected to help support Painting with Lights. For more information visit Main Street Facebook. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 14, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-14/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!
15 Christmas Tour of Country Churches 12:00 AM December 15, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/christmas-tour-of-country-churches/2019-12-15/ Experience history while touring 3 delightful rural churches! Christian Reformed Church of Cedar, 3056 Rutleddge Ave Fremont Baptist, 133 S Walnut Kirkville Community, 100 Cedar St All are in close proximity and handicap accessible. Listen to Christmas music and enjoy refreshments, learn bits and pieces of history at each location. Free will donation accepted for New Hope Community. Large groups and buses welcome. Call Judy for questions 641-660-2536. Santa at Penn Central Mall 12:00 PM-2:00 PM December 15, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall-4/2019-12-15/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Madrigal Dessert Theatre 2:00 PM-4:00 PM December 15, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/madrigal-dessert-theatre-2/2019-12-15/ Oskaloosa High School Vocal and Orchestra Departments proudly present the 2019 Madrigal Dessert Theatre: A Musical Medieval Treat.” Featuring performances by the OHS Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, Madrigal Troupe, and the OHS Chamber Orchestra. The event will be held in the Oskaloosa Middle School Gymnasium (1704 North Third Street, Oskaloosa). Menu includes deliciously decadent desserts. All tickets $20. Tickets are available at Brown’s Shoe Fit December 14 @ 4 p.m. ~ December 14 @ 7:30 p.m. ~ December 15 @ 2 p.m. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 15, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-15/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	16 Oskaloosa Kiwanis Meeting 12:00 PM-1:00 PM December 16, 2019 William Penn University 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-kiwanis-meeting/2019-12-16/ Our club has speakers from the local area and beyond to share information, organizations, happenings, and events. Newcomers and visitors are welcome. Oskaloosa Kiwanis meets every Monday from 12-1 pm at William Penn University. Our goal is, through community service, to help change the world one child, one community at a time. Our Purpose is to improve the quality of life for children and families worldwide. If you’d like more information about our club and the benefits of membership call Crystal at 641-569-0125 or email us at kiwanis@oskaloosakiwanis.org. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 16, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-16/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	17 Oskaloosa Rotary Club Meeting 12:00 PM-1:00 PM December 17, 2019 The Peppertree 2274 Hwy 63, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 2274 Hwy 63, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-rotary-club-meeting/2019-12-17/ The Oskaloosa Rotary Club meets weekly on Tuesdays at noon at the Peppertree. Meetings include lunch, a speaker, fellowship and updates on club and community activities. Non-members are invited to stop by and see how Oskaloosa Rotary strengthens the community and world. S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 17, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Tuesday Evening Coffee Break 5:45 PM-7:15 PM December 17, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-evening-coffee-break-2/2019-12-17/ Women of the community are invited to attend Tuesday Evening Coffee Break beginning with a picnic at 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 N. 11^th St. in Oskaloosa. Classes continue weekly at the Church to include an evening meal at 5:45 followed by Bible study 6:15-7:15 for women and Bible stories, games & crafts for their children. The group will be studying the book of Acts. (Nursery can be arranged for infants.) Call Deb at 641-660-8290. Agronomy in the Field for Women 6:00 PM-7:30 PM December 17, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/agronomy-in-the-field-for-women-2/2019-12-17/ Agronomy in the Field for women is in its fifth year and has been offered at several locations across the state. The goals of Agronomy in the Field are to strengthen agronomic skills for women that allow for better decision-making, provide a better understanding of inputs for crop production, see and understand different conservation practices and increase confidence in communication with their spouse, farming partner, ag retailer or tenant. Mahaska County will be hosting a site for women to participate in the distance-learning sessions of Agronomy in the Field. Sessions will be offered monthly from November through April. Sessions will start at 6 p.m. and will typically last until 7:30 p.m. THERE IS NO COST TO PARTICIPATE. All sessions will be recorded so women can access them at a time convenient for them if they can’t join the live sessions. The sessions that will be offered this fall and winter are as follows: Nov. 19 Crop marketing Dec. 17 Farming for bushels or profitability? Jan. 14 Alternative Crops and Markets Feb. 18 Growing season weather outlook and weather resources March 17 Planning for successful implementation of a herbicide program resources April 7 Early season scouting tips and tricks Any interested women landowners, farmers and service providers who would like to participate in upcoming sessions should Mahaska County Extension at 641-673-5841 or email Suzette Striegel (striegel@iastate.edu) for additional details and to get signed up today. There is no cost to participate in these sessions. Train Tuesdays at Penn Central Mall 6:00 PM-8:00 PM December 17, 2019 Penn Central Mall Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/train-tuesdays-at-penn-central-mall/2019-12-17/ It’s TRAIN TUESDAY at Penn Central Mall, and we couldn’t be more excited! From now until Christmas, we’re offering FREE holiday train rides aboard the Penn Central Mall Express. Bring your family to the Mall between 6-8pm Tuesday evenings from now until Christmas for a fun ride around the Mall on the Penn Central Mall Express! The train will not operate on Christmas Eve. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 17, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-17/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	18 Community Wide Caroling 6:00 PM-7:00 PM December 18, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/community-wide-caroling/2019-12-18/ Join fellow community members in Penn Central Mall to sing a few songs and enjoy refreshments. Then head out to spread Christmas cheer all around Oskaloosa! Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 18, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-18/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	19 Thursday Morning Coffee Break 9:30 AM-11:00 AM December 19, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-morning-coffee-break/2019-12-19/ Women of the community are invited to attend Thursday Morning Coffee Break at Oskaloosa 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 North 11^th St. Each week includes coffee and snacks at 9:30 with community Bible study from 10 – 11, beginning with the Gospel of Mark. Call the church at 641-673-4272 for more information. This non-denominational group meets September through April. Join any time. S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 19, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Santa at Penn Central Mall 6:00 PM-8:00 PM December 19, 2019 Penn Central Mall Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall-2/2019-12-19/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Santa’s Village opens on Black Friday. Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 19, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-19/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights! Golden Goose Club Quarterly Meeting 6:00 PM-7:00 PM December 19, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/gold-goose-club-quarterly-meeting/2019-12-19/ Golden Goose Club will hold their quarterly meeting at 6 p.m. in the third floor meeting room of the Oskaloosa Public Library. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! The Golden Goose Club is a community based organization and seeks members’ input to vote on community projects that will enhance Mahaska County. Funded by members’ $100/quarter contribution to the Golden Goose Club 501(c)(3). Quarterly meetings are held the third Thursday in March, June, September, and December. Call Jennifer at 515.202.5047 or email jen.main@live.com for more information.	20 The Exchange 7:30 AM-8:30 AM December 20, 2019 Smokey Row 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/the-exchange-2/2019-12-20/ It’s Friday! You know what that means, yes? The Exchange for Entrepreneurs meets at Smokey Row for Coffee & Conversation. Anyone is invited to swing by and work, pitch business ideas, seek business help, exchange thoughts and ideas, or just enjoy coffee and conversation with The Exchange. Visit www.TheExchangeOskaloosa.com for more information. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 20, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-20/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	21 Oskaloosa Collector’s Fair 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 21, 2019-December 22, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-collectors-fair/2019-12-21/ Collector’s Fair is a vendor fair designed for the collector in your life – just in time for Christmas! The Oskaloosa Collectors Fair will have comic books, retired lego sets, sports cards, video games, vintage records, 80s action figures, Pok-e-mon collectibles, Hot Wheels cars, and so much more! Santa at Penn Central Mall 12:00 PM-2:00 PM December 21, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall/2019-12-21/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 21, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-21/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!
22 Oskaloosa Collector’s Fair 10:00 AM-4:00 PM December 22, 2019-December 22, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-collectors-fair/2019-12-21/ Collector’s Fair is a vendor fair designed for the collector in your life – just in time for Christmas! The Oskaloosa Collectors Fair will have comic books, retired lego sets, sports cards, video games, vintage records, 80s action figures, Pok-e-mon collectibles, Hot Wheels cars, and so much more! Santa at Penn Central Mall 12:00 PM-2:00 PM December 22, 2019 Penn Central Mall 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 200 High Ave W, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/santa-at-penn-central-mall-4/2019-12-22/ Bring the kids by Penn Central Mall to meet Santa! Have your cameras ready! Families are encouraged to take photos with Santa on their own devices. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 22, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-22/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	23 Oskaloosa Kiwanis Meeting 12:00 PM-1:00 PM December 23, 2019 William Penn University 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-kiwanis-meeting/2019-12-23/ Our club has speakers from the local area and beyond to share information, organizations, happenings, and events. Newcomers and visitors are welcome. Oskaloosa Kiwanis meets every Monday from 12-1 pm at William Penn University. Our goal is, through community service, to help change the world one child, one community at a time. Our Purpose is to improve the quality of life for children and families worldwide. If you’d like more information about our club and the benefits of membership call Crystal at 641-569-0125 or email us at kiwanis@oskaloosakiwanis.org. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 23, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-23/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	24 S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 24, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Tuesday Evening Coffee Break 5:45 PM-7:15 PM December 24, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-evening-coffee-break-2/2019-12-24/ Women of the community are invited to attend Tuesday Evening Coffee Break beginning with a picnic at 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 N. 11^th St. in Oskaloosa. Classes continue weekly at the Church to include an evening meal at 5:45 followed by Bible study 6:15-7:15 for women and Bible stories, games & crafts for their children. The group will be studying the book of Acts. (Nursery can be arranged for infants.) Call Deb at 641-660-8290. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 24, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-24/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	25 Christmas All day December 25, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/christmas/2019-12-25/ Christmas: A Little History — Christmas is both a sacred religious holiday and a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For two millennia, people around the world have been observing it with traditions and practices that are both religious and secular in nature. Christians celebrate Christmas Day as the anniversary of the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, a spiritual leader whose teachings form the basis of their religion. Popular customs include exchanging gifts, decorating Christmas trees, attending church, sharing meals with family and friends and, of course, waiting for Santa Claus to arrive. December 25, Christmas Day, has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1870. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 25, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-25/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	26 Thursday Morning Coffee Break 9:30 AM-11:00 AM December 26, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-morning-coffee-break/2019-12-26/ Women of the community are invited to attend Thursday Morning Coffee Break at Oskaloosa 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 North 11^th St. Each week includes coffee and snacks at 9:30 with community Bible study from 10 – 11, beginning with the Gospel of Mark. Call the church at 641-673-4272 for more information. This non-denominational group meets September through April. Join any time. S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 26, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 26, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-26/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights! Open Wall, Open Stage 6:00 PM-9:00 PM December 26, 2019 FACE of Mahaska/Oskaloosa Art Center Oskaloosa Art Center/FACE of Mahaska https://everythingmahaska.org/event/open-wall-open-stage-2/2019-12-26/ Come display your art, perform on stage, or just come to support art in your community! Open Wall, Open Stage is a free community event. Open stage events happen last Thursday of the month from 6 to 9 p.m. Visit The Outer Space Facebook page for more details, located within the Art Studio, 115 1st Avenue West.	27 The Exchange 7:30 AM-8:30 AM December 27, 2019 Smokey Row 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 109 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/the-exchange-2/2019-12-27/ It’s Friday! You know what that means, yes? The Exchange for Entrepreneurs meets at Smokey Row for Coffee & Conversation. Anyone is invited to swing by and work, pitch business ideas, seek business help, exchange thoughts and ideas, or just enjoy coffee and conversation with The Exchange. Visit www.TheExchangeOskaloosa.com for more information. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 27, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-27/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	28 Blacksmithing 10:00 AM-12:00 PM December 28, 2019 http://www.cafchurch.org/forgiven-forge Want to create something epic from glowing metal? If anyone is interested in learning or watching others learn about blacksmithing, come out to the Hammer In Saturday at 10 am at Pastor James’ Workshop right next door to College Avenue Friends Church. remember to wear full toed shoes and noncombustible clothing. If you have leather gloves or safety glasses, go ahead and bring those too. If you are interested in learning about Blacksmithing, there is no cost involved. Come to one of our Blacksmithing Hammer Ins! Like the Forgiven Forge page or join the SE Iowa Blacksmithing Group on Facebook for Hammer In updates. Or call pastor James Tower @ six four one two nine five five six eight two 2nd Saturdays 10 AM: Come join pastor James Tower at his workshop (910 North C. St Oskaloosa) for brief devotions and help creating things from glowing metal. This group uses a combination of older and more modern techniques. 4th Saturdays 10 AM: Come join us at the historic Clark’s Blacksmithing Shop at Nelson Pioneer Farm and Museum (2211 Nelson Lane Oskaloosa). This group uses mostly turn of the century methods of blacksmithing, such as coal fired forges turned by a hand crank. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 28, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-28/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!
29 Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 29, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-29/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	30 Oskaloosa Kiwanis Meeting 12:00 PM-1:00 PM December 30, 2019 William Penn University 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 201 W Trueblood Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/oskaloosa-kiwanis-meeting/2019-12-30/ Our club has speakers from the local area and beyond to share information, organizations, happenings, and events. Newcomers and visitors are welcome. Oskaloosa Kiwanis meets every Monday from 12-1 pm at William Penn University. Our goal is, through community service, to help change the world one child, one community at a time. Our Purpose is to improve the quality of life for children and families worldwide. If you’d like more information about our club and the benefits of membership call Crystal at 641-569-0125 or email us at kiwanis@oskaloosakiwanis.org. Junior Naturalist Winter Fun Day 1:00 PM-4:00 PM December 30, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/junior-naturalist-winter-fun-day/2019-12-30/ Mark your calendars for a FUN afternoon at the Environmental Learning Center on Monday, December 30, 2019! From 1:00-4:00 pm, kids will be kept busy as they: * go on a winter hike * make a hanging bird feeder to take home * watch a movie (TBA) * eat popcorn What to bring: * warm winter attire for hiking * blankets/pillow to sit on during the movie This free program is geared toward kids ages 6 and older. Registration is required by calling (641)673-9327 Ext. 2 or online at this link: https://forms.gle/p2j4RU8wpn42bi726 The activities will take place in the lower level of the Environmental Learning Center, so please park in the back of the building to access the south door. The Environmental Learning Center is located at 2342 Hwy. 92 East, Oskaloosa. If you have questions, you can contact MCCB at (641)673-9327 Ext. 2. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 30, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-30/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!	31 S.T.E.M. Programs at the Library 4:00 PM-5:00 PM December 31, 2019 Oskaloosa Public Library http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/p/calendar.html S.T.E.M. Programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) are at the Oskaloosa Public Library! These programs are for Kindergarten-5th grade. A different aspect of S.T.E.M. will be the theme each week for the K-2nd grade Program and the 3rd-5th grade Program. These programs take place on Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. for K-2nd grade and on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. for 3rd-5th grade. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Tuesday Evening Coffee Break 5:45 PM-7:15 PM December 31, 2019 1st Christian Reformed Church First Christian Reformed Church 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 815 N 11th St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/tuesday-evening-coffee-break-2/2019-12-31/ Women of the community are invited to attend Tuesday Evening Coffee Break beginning with a picnic at 1^st Christian Reformed Church, 815 N. 11^th St. in Oskaloosa. Classes continue weekly at the Church to include an evening meal at 5:45 followed by Bible study 6:15-7:15 for women and Bible stories, games & crafts for their children. The group will be studying the book of Acts. (Nursery can be arranged for infants.) Call Deb at 641-660-8290. Enjoy the Lights! 6:00 PM-10:00 PM December 31, 2019 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/turn-on-the-lights-2/2019-12-31/ The Painting with Lights display in Downtown Oskaloosa will run through Mid-January from 4:45 to 10 p.m. Enjoy the lights!

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