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16	17	18	19 Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 19, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-19/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions. Young Professionals Book Club 6:00 PM-7:00 PM February 19, 2020 Book Vault 105 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 105 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/non-fiction-book-club-2/2020-02-19/ The Young Professionals Book Club will be discussing “Spinning Silver” by Naomi Novik this month. Please contact Book Vault staff if you have questions about book clubs or are interested in joining. Members receive a 15% discount on club selections.	20 Thursday Morning Coffee Break 9:30 AM-11:00 AM February 20, 2020 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/2020-02-20/ 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. Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 20, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-20/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions. Master Gardener Winter Webcasts 10:30 AM-7:30 PM February 20, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/master-gardener-winter-webcasts/2020-02-20/ The Mahaksa county office of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host the Master Gardener Winter Webcasts. Mahaska County will show the webcasts at 10:30 am, 1:30 pm and 6:30 pm at the Mahaska County Extension office. 212 North I Street, Oskaloosa. The viewing is FREE and open to the public. Prior registration is NOT required, but appreciated. To register, please call 641-673-5841 or email Suzette Striegel, Mahaska County Extension horticulturist. All webcasts count toward Master Gardener continuing education hours and last an hour. Topics and speakers and date are: February 6; Iowa Weather: With a changing climate, Iowa will be warmer and wetter. State Climatologist Justin Glisan, PhD, from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, will share what people can do to adapt to changing growing conditions. February 20; Bring Kids in the Garden: State Master Gardener Coordinator Susan DeBlieck wants adults to help get youth outdoors every day. She’ll share ideas for Master Gardener volunteer project sites and youth landscape design tips. March 5; Explore the Ada Hayden Herbarium: Love native plants? Deborah Lewis is the curator of the Ada Hayden Herbarium. Learn about early Iowa botanists, explore the herbarium and Deb’s favorite native plants. What would we find if we had full-access to the Ada Hayden Herbarium for an hour-long scavenger hunt without worrying about “museum rules” and damaging the specimens (or getting squished between the moveable rows of cabinets)? First, we might find out what the Herbarium is, how its samples (specimens) are stored, and why the Herbarium is important in teaching and research. Next, participants would track down some favorite specimens – old, rare, lovely, recent, odd… Then, from these specimens, we could perhaps find clues to the stories of a few of the many collectors of Iowa’s native plants who are represented in the Herbarium – and how their specimens and research results are still being used! The scavenger hunt list includes: Indian-grass, packet, Louis Pammel, morel, plant press, orchid… and, of course, Ada Hayden. S.T.E.M. Programs at the Oskaloosa Public 4:00 PM-5:00 PM February 20, 2020 http://www.oskaloosalibrary.org 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. This week, the K-2nd grade Program is Engineering: Henry Ford and Cars and the 3rd-5th grade Program is Engineering: Challenges. Be sure to check our website www.oskaloosalibrary.org for more information about our S.T.E.M. programs! Yoga With Veronica 5:20 PM-6:20 PM February 20, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/yoga-with-veronica/2020-02-20/ Held at Book Vault, Yoga with Veronica is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:20 to 6:20 p.m. Cost is $30 per month or drop in for $6. For more information, contact Book Vault, 641.676.1777.	21 The Exchange for Entrepreneurs 7:30 AM-8:30 AM February 21, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/the-exchange-2/2020-02-21/ 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. Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 21, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-21/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions. Non-Fiction Book Club – Date Change 12:00 PM-1:00 PM February 21, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/non-fiction-book-club/2020-02-21/ The Club will be discussing “The Perfectionists: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World” by Simon Winchester. Note the date change this month. Please contact Book Vault staff if you have questions about book clubs or are interested in joining. Members receive a 15% discount on club selections.	22 Pancake Breakfast 7:00 AM-11:00 AM February 22, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/pancake-breakfast-3/2020-02-22/ “All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast” and refundable can/bottle drive to benefit the Oskaloosa Shooting Team will be held February 22 from 7 to 11 a.m., at the Central United Methodist Church (201 N Market Stree, Oskaloosa). Free will offering. Also purchase raffle tickets for: 2 whole hogs, 1 Beretta A 300 Outlander 12g Shotgun, 2 Fareway Gift Cards ($100 each), 2 HyVee Gft Cards ($100 each), 2 Mahaska Drug Gift Cards ($100 each), 2 Smokey Row Gift Certificates ($50 each). Menu includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee and juice. Eggs and Issues 8:30 AM-9:30 AM February 22, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/eggs-and-issues-3-2/2020-02-22/ Eggs & Issues Legislative Forum gives area residents an opportunity to learn more about the state, county, and local issues. The setting is informal and encourages those attending to personally meet and speak to their elected representatives, along with leaders in the community. Visit the OACDG Events page for a listing of the each Eggs & Issues topics and guests. The forum is held at Smokey Row on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of January, February, and March. The forum begins at 8:30 a.m. and is sponsored by Mahaska Chamber and Development Group. Contact Ann Frost at the Chamber with any questions about the forum at afrost@oacdg.org or by phone 641.672.2591 Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 22, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-22/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions. Blacksmithing 10:00 AM-12:00 PM February 22, 2020 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. Trivia & Tunes 6:00 PM-11:00 PM February 22, 2020 http://www.mahaskaymca.org/trivia-tunes-2020/ Saturday, February 22nd 2020 Penn Central Mall, Oskaloosa $150/ 6 person team Please join us for Trivia and Tunes to kick off the Scholarship Fundraising Event Tickets can be purchased at the Y or online. Trivia will begin at 7 p.m. Silent Auction will end at 9 p.m. For more information contact the Mahaska County YMCA at 641.673.8411
23 Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 23, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-23/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions.	24 Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 24, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-24/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions.	25 Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 25, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-25/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions. Yoga With Veronica 5:20 PM-6:20 PM February 25, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/yoga-with-veronica/2020-02-25/ Held at Book Vault, Yoga with Veronica is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:20 to 6:20 p.m. Cost is $30 per month or drop in for $6. For more information, contact Book Vault, 641.676.1777. Tuesday Evening Coffee Break 5:45 PM-7:15 PM February 25, 2020 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-2/2020-02-25/ 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. Lilies All Summer 6:30 PM-8:00 PM February 25, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/lilies-all-summer/2020-02-25/ The Mahaska County Master Gardeners are hosting Kristi Evans, President of the Iowa Regional Lily Society and NALS Lily Judge as a speaker on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at 6:30 pm. She will present “Lilies all Summer”. Her presentation will be held at the Mahaska County Extension Office, 212 North I Street Oskaloosa. Kristi is from Albia and has grown lilies for many years. She grows many types of lilies, including Asiatic, Orientals, trumpets, tigers and others . This event is FREE, open to the public and for anyone wishing to learn about the topic. Prior registration is NOT required, but appreciated. To register please call the Mahaska County Extension office 641-673-5841 or email Suzette Striegel, Mahaska County Extension Horticulturist at striegel@iastate.edu. More information about this and other horticulture events can be found at the Mahaska County Extension Office; 212 North I Street; Oskaloosa Phone 641-673-5841; and www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska/yardgarden.htm. Llama Llama Live! 7:00 PM-9:00 PM February 25, 2020 George Daily Auditorium https://everythingmahaska.org/event/llama-llama-live/2020-02-25/ Llama Llama Live! Tuesday, February 25, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Adults $15, Students $7 This hilarious new musical based on the bestselling books by Anna Dewdney will warm every Llama and Llama Mama’s heart. Bedtime has never been so exciting! It’s the end of the day for the Llama family. After a long day of adventures at the school and the store, Baby Llama can’t wait to put on his red pajamas. He and his friends the toys are ready to sing and dance their way to sleep…except, they need a bedtime story, a kiss goodnight, and a drink of water. But, where’s Mama? Click here for more information and to order tickets.	26 Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 26, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-26/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions.	27 Thursday Morning Coffee Break 9:30 AM-11:00 AM February 27, 2020 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/2020-02-27/ 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. Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 27, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-27/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions. Lunch Bunch Book Club 12:00 PM-1:00 PM February 27, 2020 Book Vault 105 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA 105 S Market St, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA https://everythingmahaska.org/event/lunch-bunch-book-club/2020-02-27/ The Lunch Bunch Book Club will be discussing “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens. Please contact Book Vault staff if you have questions about book clubs or are interested in joining. Members receive a 15% discount on club selections Yoga With Veronica 5:20 PM-6:20 PM February 27, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/yoga-with-veronica/2020-02-27/ Held at Book Vault, Yoga with Veronica is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:20 to 6:20 p.m. Cost is $30 per month or drop in for $6. For more information, contact Book Vault, 641.676.1777. February Chef Dinner-Tour of the Caribbean 6:30 PM-8:00 PM February 27, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/february-chef-dinner-tour-of-the-caribbean/2020-02-27/ Join Chef Michael for his Chef Dinners from around the world at Wood Iron Grille. Chef Michael will be taking you on a tour of the Caribbean through Caribbean Cuisine. As an added bonus Matthew will be preparing you a Caribbean inspired beverage. Tickets are on sale now until February 20th. $40 plus tax per ticket. 20 ticket limit. Call or stop in today to purchase your Chef Dinner Ticket. Chef Dinner tickets make a perfect date night or even a gift for someone special. 641.676.3322	28 The Exchange for Entrepreneurs 7:30 AM-8:30 AM February 28, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/the-exchange-2/2020-02-28/ 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. Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 28, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-28/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions.	29 Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser 10:00 AM-5:00 PM February 29, 2020 https://everythingmahaska.org/event/fill-the-boot-fundraiser/2020-02-29/ Oskaloosa Fire Department’s “Fill-the-Boot Fundraiser” Look for contribution opportunities to “Fill-the-Boot” at Mahaska Drug, True Value and Brickhouse Cafe and during special events throughout Oskaloosa. The Oskaloosa Fire Department is trying to raise $20,000 to purchase Thermal Imaging Cameras for all full-time firefighters by February 29. Donations can also be sent directly to Oskaloosa Fire Department, 220 South Market Street, Oskaloosa IA 52577. Call 641.673.3541 with any questions.

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