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Jun 1 2025 (all day)

Disc Golf Clinic for All Ages

Location McCord Disc Golf Course (meet at shelter)
Age Range Ages 5 - adult
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Cost $27/person
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Brandon DeCook
Email bdecook@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Indianola is proud to have two great disc golf courses! While Pickard Park is known for hosting the 2025 Discmania Challenge presented by TruBank, our McCord Park course is the perfect spot for beginners to learn and play the game. This clinic meets June 11 & 18 and July 2 & 9.
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Jun 2 2025 | 10:00 am

Craft Explosion at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range K-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Make what you want, with the supplies we provide. From google eyes to paint, from feathers to clay, you never know what you’ll find.
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Jun 3 2025 | 4:00 pm

Family DIY: Door Signs at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Create a sign for your door, whether it’s “Welcome!” or “Keep Out!” or anything in between.
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Jun 4 2025 | 9:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (Pre-k Through 2nd Grade)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-2nd grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who are Pre-Kindergarten – finished 2nd grade.
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Jun 4 2025 | 10:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (3rd Through 5th grades)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who have finished 3rd through 5th grade.
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Jun 4 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout- Mini Book Nook at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jun 6 2025 | 10:00 am

Animal Explorers: ISU Insect Zoo at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Check out 100 species of living arthropods. From beetles to roaches, tarantulas, and scorpions, come get up close and personal with some very important animals!
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Jun 6 2025 | 10:00 am

Picnic & Puccini Family Opera Adventure!

Location Blank Performing Arts Center
Age Range Elementary and middle school students
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Cost $15
Organization Des Moines Metro Opera Guild - Indianola Chapter
Contact Chari Kruse
Email charikruse@gmail.com
Phone (515) 979-1879
Information Join the Indianola Opera Guild for Picnic & Puccini! Enjoy a kid-friendly opera (The Billy Goats Gruff), picnic lunch, and backstage tour. Perfect for families and daycares! June 6 & 7 at 10am. $15 online. Visit desmoinesmetroopera.org/picnic to reserve your tickets!
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Jun 7 2025 (all day)

My Heart Check

Location Blake Fieldhouse
Age Range Ages 8-21
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Organization Icyf
Contact Taylor
Email Taylorn@icyf.org
Phone (515) 681-5726
Information ICYF is so excited to announce this partnership! @myheartcheck is coming to Indianola and thanks to Strive for Life, signups are FREE! Limited spaces so sign up NOW! Testing is for ages 8-21 1. Go to myheartcheck.org and select Schedule Now 2. Select Central Iowa, click June 7th, select time!
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Jun 7 2025 | 10:00 am

Picnic & Puccini Family Opera Adventure!

Location Blank Performing Arts Center
Age Range Elementary and middle school students
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Cost $15
Organization Des Moines Metro Opera Guild - Indianola Chapter
Contact Chari Kruse
Email charikruse@gmail.com
Phone (515) 979-1879
Information Join the Indianola Opera Guild for Picnic & Puccini! Enjoy a kid-friendly opera (The Billy Goats Gruff), picnic lunch, and backstage tour. Perfect for families and daycares! June 6 & 7 at 10am. Tickets are $15 and can be ordered at desmoinesmetroopera.org/picnic.
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Jun 9 2025 | 10:00 am

Craft Explosion at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Make what you want, with the supplies we provide. From google eyes to paint, from feathers to clay, you never know what you’ll find.
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Jun 10 2025 | 4:00 pm

Family DIY: Spiral Beaded Suncatcher at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Sparkly and twirly suncatcher for inside your window or outside on your porch.
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Jun 11 2025 | 9:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (PreK Through 2nd grades)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-2nd grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who are Pre-Kindergarten – finished 2nd grade.
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Jun 11 2025 | 10:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (3rd Through 5th grades)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5ht grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who have finished 3rd through 5th grade.
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Jun 11 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jun 12 2025 | 6:00 pm

Chess Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Puzzles, game notation challenges, and plenty of game play! For all skill levels. Grades 3-12.
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Jun 13 2025 | 10:00 am

Animal Explorers: Warren County Conservation Board at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Our friends from WCCB and the Annett Nature Center will be here to talk about some of the wildlife you might see around Lake Ahquabi and even in your backyard!
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Jun 13 2025 | 5:30 pm

Teens Mini Golf at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Join Kelsey for a night of mini golf provided by Pop Up Games. Registration required. Opens May 1. Grades 6 -12 only.
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Jun 13 2025 | 6:30 pm

Night at the Drive-In Movies Double Feature

Location Pickard Park, 2205 E 2nd Avenue (Hwy 92)
Age Range All ages
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Cost FREE, thanks to our sponsors
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Afton Bradley
Email abradley@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information City State Bank is the 2025 Title Sponsor of this free double feature of family-friendly movies. Watch the movies from your vehicle, or bring lawn chairs & blankets to enjoy the shows. La Tiendita food truck will be selling food & drinks. 6:30 p.m. Moana 2 8:25 p.m. Wicked
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Jun 14 2025 | 10:00 am

Bike Fest 2025: Fast and Furriest

Location Parkig lot east of Simpson Football Stadium, Corner of C St and Clinton Ave
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE
Organization Indianola Mayor's Youth Council and Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Jamie Michelsen
Email jmichelsen@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Indianola Mayor's Youth Council hosts this free, family-friendly community event to promote bicycle safety. Donations will be raised for Kiya Koda Humane Society. Bring your bikes and enjoy an obstacle course, bike tune-up station, and more, with Community Celebrity Giant Trike Races at 11:30 a.m.!
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Jun 15 2025 (all day)

Y Camp Summer 2025

Location 1192 166th Drive Boone IA 50036
Age Range Ages 7-17
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Cost Varies by program
Organization Des Moines Y Camp
Contact Melanie Mellinger
Email melanie.mellinger@dmymca.org
Phone (515) 432-7558
Information Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Family Camp and our amazing Partner Camps all work to bring the impact and value of camp to all who enter the Valley. If you’re looking for the ultimate camp experience, Summer Camp is the place to start. Find your next adventure at the Des Moines Y Camp!
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Jun 15 2025 (all day)

Wesley Woods Summer Camp

Location 10896 Nixon Street, Indianola
Age Range ages 6+
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Organization Wesley Woods Camp + Retreat Center
Contact Sierra Kuisle
Email sierra.kuisle@wesleywoodsiowa.org
Phone (515) 961-4523
Information Are you ready to embark on a journey of faith, fun, and friendship? Visit us at Camp Wesley Woods, where every day is an opportunity for growth, adventure, and spiritual deepening. Discover more about our programs, meet our dedicated staff, and explore what a summer at Wesley Woods can offer you.
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Jun 16 2025 | 9:00 am

Drake University Summer Voice Intensive

Location Drake University
Age Range Middle and High School Students
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Cost $400
Organization Drake University
Contact Alyssa Becker
Email ducsom@drake.edu
Phone (515) 473-0564
Information The annual Drake University Voice Intensive (DUVI) is a summertime camp designed for young singers ages 14+ to develop their voices and build confidence in performing and auditioning.
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Jun 16 2025 | 9:00 am

Simpson Basketball Camps

Location Cowles Field House Simpson College
Age Range Elementary, Middle School
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Organization Simpson College
Contact Claire Johnson
Email Claire.Johnson@simpson.edu
Phone (712) 444-1950
Information Our summer camps provide expert coaching, structured drills & competitive play to improve the fundamentals, skills & confidence of our camp participants. Whether a camper is a beginner to basketball or an advanced player, our camps provide a valuable experience to everyone, promoting growth!
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Jun 16 2025 | 10:00 am

Craft Explosion at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Make what you want, with the supplies we provide. From google eyes to paint, from feathers to clay, you never know what you’ll find.
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Jun 17 2025 | 4:00 pm

Family DIY: Hobbit or Fairy Door at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Create a custom door for your garden’s resident hobbit or fairy.
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Jun 18 2025 | 9:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (PreK Through 2nd Grade)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-2nd grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who are Pre-Kindergarten – finished 2nd grade.
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Jun 18 2025 | 10:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (3rd Through 5th Grades)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who have finished 3rd through 5th grade.
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Jun 18 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout Candy Sushi & Cosplay at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jun 19 2025 (all day)

Hoyt Sherman Place Spring Art Classes

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50323
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Email education@hoytsherman.org
Information Join us for one of our many art classes at Hoyt Sherman Place including needle felting, acrylics, watercolor, music, drawing, and more.
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Jun 20 2025 | 10:00 am

Animal Explorers: S.O.A.R. Raptors at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Meet some birds of prey – like owls, hawks, and falcons – in person and learn all about them. This program will be held on the library lawn and attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on.
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Jun 23 2025 (all day)

Kool Side Kids Camp!

Location Indianola High School
Age Range Grades 1-6
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Cost $100, t-shirt and snacks included
Organization IHS Show Choirs
Contact Christa Marchant
Email cwmarchant@msn.com
Phone (515) 577-2372
Information Join the Indianola High School Show Choirs for an all intensive show choir camp with singing and dancing!
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Jun 23 2025 | 10:00 am

Craft Explosion at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Make what you want, with the supplies we provide. From google eyes to paint, from feathers to clay, you never know what you’ll find.
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Jun 23 2025 | 6:00 pm

Family Lego Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Join us for a family night with Legos. You can accept Kelsey’s challenge or build whatever you want!
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Jun 24 2025 | 4:00 pm

Family DIY: Yarn or Paper-Mache Lantern at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Choose your mess, and create a beautiful tea-light lantern.
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Jun 25 2025 | 9:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (PreK Through 2nd Grades)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-2nd grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who are Pre-Kindergarten – finished 2nd grade.
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Jun 25 2025 | 10:30 am

STEM Explorers at Indianola Public Library (3rd Through 5th Grades)

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build and explore all kinds of STEM-related stuff. Activities will be appropriate for kids who have finished 3rd through 5th grade.
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Jun 25 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jun 26 2025 | 6:00 pm

Chess Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Puzzles, game notation challenges, and plenty of game play! For all skill levels.
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Jun 27 2025 | 10:00 am

Animal Explorers: Baby Farm Animals at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Back by popular demand! Come cuddle with baby animals from Swanskis Farm.
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Jun 30 2025 | 10:00 am

Craft Explosion at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range PreK-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Make what you want, with the supplies we provide. From google eyes to paint, from feathers to clay, you never know what you’ll find.
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Jun 30 2025 | 5:30 pm

Family Snack & Paint Glow-in-the-Dark Edition at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 2nd grade and up
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Our popular painting program is back, with a new twist! Join Kelsey to paint a super-cool piece of art that will glow in a blacklight. This program will be appropriate for older kids, with adult help. Registration is required for this event. Please register each person attending.
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Jul 2 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jul 9 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout- Storytime & Crafts at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jul 10 2025 | 6:00 pm

Chess Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Puzzles, game notation challenges, and plenty of game play! For all skill levels. Grades 3-12.
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Jul 10 2025 | 7:00 pm

2025 Indianola Boys Basketball Skills Camp

Location Blake Fieldhouse
Age Range Boys Grades 6th-8th
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Cost $100.00
Organization IHS Boys Basketball Program
Contact Jeff Ebling
Email jeff.ebling@indianola.k12.ia.us
Phone (515) 961-9510
Information Emphasizes proper basketball techniques to create an environment of fun, learning, and development through the game of basketball.
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Jul 11 2025 | 5:30 pm

Teens Super Smash Bros. Tournament at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Do you have what it takes to win a Super Smash Bros Tournament? Registration is required for pizza count, opens June 1. Grades 6-12 only.
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Jul 12 2025 | 1:00 pm

Summer Chess Club Tournament at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range k-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information The Indianola Public Library is hosting a Summer Break chess tournament! Everybody will play all rounds, and prizes will be awarded for the top players. All participants need to know the rules of chess, but no previous tournament experience is required Limited to 24 players. Registration opens 6/1
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Jul 13 2025 (all day)

Parks Camp; Recreation Youth Flag Football Leagues

Location Games & practices held at Pickard Park
Age Range Players in 1st-6th grade fall of 2025
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Cost $57 includes T-shirt and mouthguard
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Brandon DeCook
Email bdecook@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information This non-contact, 5-on-5 flag football league is fast-paced and fun! Everyone can catch a pass—no blocking or tackling. The six-week season includes 2 weeks of practice (starting Aug. 11) and 4 weeks of games (starting Aug. 25).
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Jul 16 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jul 17 2025 (all day)

Parks & Rec Youth Tennis

Location Indianola High School Tennis Courts
Age Range Lessons for ages 3 years - high school
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Cost Varies
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Brandon DeCOok
Email bdecook@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Whether your child is just picking up a racket or ready to level up their game, we’ve got the perfect program this summer! 👉 Register now!
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Jul 18 2025 | 6:00 pm

Christmas in July Family Bingo at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Cool off with holiday-themed Bingo for the whole family. Snacks and presents – I mean, prizes – provided. Registration requested, as space is limited.
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Jul 21 2025 | 5:00 pm

Acrylic Sunsets on Canvas

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 14+
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Information Capture the beauty of a sunset on canvas using vibrant acrylics. Bring your own sunset photo or paint what you see in the sky. Guided by artist Kelsey Wilson, you'll explore color blending and brush techniques in a relaxed, creative setting. Supplies included— just bring your vision and let the sky
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Jul 21 2025 | 5:00 pm

Acrylic Sunsets on Canvas

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 14+
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Capture the beauty of a sunset on canvas using vibrant acrylics. Bring your own sunset photo or paint what you see in the sky. Guided by artist Kelsey Wilson, you'll explore color blending and brush techniques in a relaxed, creative setting. Supplies included— just bring your vision and let the sky
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Jul 23 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout- Art Cart at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jul 24 2025 | 5:30 pm

Kindermusik

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 3-6 years old
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Kindermusik is a German phrase that translates to "children's music". The program aims to help children learn and grow through music-making during the years when their brains are most critical for development. Children will explore music through instruments, movement, singing, and play.
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Jul 24 2025 | 6:00 pm

Chess Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Puzzles, game notation challenges, and plenty of game play! For all skill levels. Grades 3-12.
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Jul 25 2025 (all day)

SummerSongs

Location Windsor Heights Lutheran Church
Age Range Completed Kindergarten through 8th grade
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Cost The price range varies, there are scholarships available.
Organization Heartland Youth Choir
Contact Kelli Stoermer
Email office@heartlandyouthchoir.org
Phone (515) 221-3922
Information Singers who have finished grade K through 8 will enjoy five days of singing and fun that ends with a musical performance! Participants will experience choir rehearsals, musicianship, sectional rehearsals, and movement activities.
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Jul 25 2025 (all day)

SummerSongs

Location Windsor Heights Lutheran Church
Age Range Finished kindergarten through 8th grade
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Cost The price range varies, there are scholarships available.
Organization Heartland Youth Choir
Contact Kelli Stoermer
Email office@heartlandyouthchoir.org
Phone (515) 221-3922
Information Singers who have finished grade K through 8 will enjoy five days of singing and fun that ends with a musical performance! Participants will experience choir rehearsals, musicianship, sectional rehearsals, and movement activities.
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Jul 27 2025 | 2:00 pm

Summer Needle Felting Workshop

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 8+
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Learn the art of needle-felting! Create beautiful felted wool art as you learn techniques step-by-step in this beginner-friendly workshop. Follow along to create a summer prairie landscape filled with your favorite flowers, or create freely with fluffy, colorful wool! All tools and supplies will be
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Jul 28 2025 | 6:00 pm

Family Lego Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Join us for a family night with Legos. You can accept Kelsey’s challenge or build whatever you want!
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Jul 30 2025 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grade
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Play board games, video games (Nintendo Switch & Wii-U), do crafts, watch movies, eat, hang out! Every Wednesday after school. Teens grades 6-12 ONLY.
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Jul 30 2025 | 5:30 pm

Diamond Painting Workshop

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range All ages
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Diamond painting is similar to painting by numbers—you use small, sparkly gems that stick to an adhesive canvas to create a beautiful design. You will create your own image and “paint” using colors of your choice. We’ll provide instructions and ideas to spark your creativity.
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Aug 9 2025 | 1:00 pm

Inhale, Exhale Draw Class

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 16+
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Join us for a calming blend of meditation, gentle yoga, breathwork, and intuitive drawing. Through mindful movement and spontaneous pencil work, you’ll reconnect with your body, quiet your mind, and express yourself freely—no art experience needed.
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Aug 13 2025 | 6:00 pm

Charcoal Exploration Class

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range Middle School-High School +
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Learn to draw a realistic still life using charcoal and expressive mark making techniques. You'll create a toned background to enhance contrast, making highlights and shadows more impactful. This class is perfect for building observational skills and exploring dynamic, engaging drawing styles.
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Aug 14 2025 | 5:30 pm

Kindermusik Class

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 3-6 years old
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Kindermusik is a German phrase that translates to "children's music". The program aims to help children learn and grow through music-making during the years when their brains are most critical for development. Children will explore music through instruments, movement, singing, and play.
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Aug 20 2025 | 5:30 pm

Free Wednesday Evening Summer Meals

Location Pavilion in Moats Park, Indianola, Iowa
Age Range All Community Members Welcome
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Cost FREE
Organization Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church
Contact JoAnn Chapman
Email DJChapman@chapmanhome.tech
Information Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church will be doing a free meal again this summer every Wednesday evening. We will be starting June 4th and going thru Aug 20th - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Aug 22 2025 (all day)

Camp Fire Summer Camp

Location Various sites in Des Moines and Boone
Age Range Students K-12
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Cost Tiered Pricing, Financial Assistance Available, CCA Eligible at select locations
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Jenna Turner
Email campfire@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 274-1501
Information Spend you summer with Camp Fire! Offering day and overnight camp options for K-12 students, including teen leadership programs. Take part in fun activities such as swimming, games, field trips & more! Youth thrive here! Tiered Pricing, Financial Assistance available, CCA eligible at select sites.
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Dec 31 2025 (all day)

Iowa Reading Research Center Survey for Parents/Caregivers of K-6 Students

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Organization Iowa Reading Research Center
Contact Leah Zimmermann
Email leah-zimmermann@uiowa.edu
Phone (319) 335-5324
Information The Iowa Reading Research Center (IRRC) invites parents and caregivers of K-6 students to complete a brief online survey. Survey results will help the IRRC understand and create resources related to parent/caregiver understanding and perceptions of literacy assessments and related supports.
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Aug 9 2025 | 1:00 pm

Inhale, Exhale Draw Class

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 16+
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Join us for a calming blend of meditation, gentle yoga, breathwork, and intuitive drawing. Through mindful movement and spontaneous pencil work, you’ll reconnect with your body, quiet your mind, and express yourself freely—no art experience needed.
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Aug 13 2025 | 6:00 pm

Charcoal Exploration Class

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range Middle School-High School +
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Learn to draw a realistic still life using charcoal and expressive mark making techniques. You'll create a toned background to enhance contrast, making highlights and shadows more impactful. This class is perfect for building observational skills and exploring dynamic, engaging drawing styles.
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Aug 14 2025 | 5:30 pm

Kindermusik Class

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 3-6 years old
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Kindermusik is a German phrase that translates to "children's music". The program aims to help children learn and grow through music-making during the years when their brains are most critical for development. Children will explore music through instruments, movement, singing, and play.
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Jul 30 2025 | 5:30 pm

Diamond Painting Workshop

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range All ages
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Diamond painting is similar to painting by numbers—you use small, sparkly gems that stick to an adhesive canvas to create a beautiful design. You will create your own image and “paint” using colors of your choice. We’ll provide instructions and ideas to spark your creativity.
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Jul 27 2025 | 2:00 pm

Summer Needle Felting Workshop

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 8+
View More View More
Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Learn the art of needle-felting! Create beautiful felted wool art as you learn techniques step-by-step in this beginner-friendly workshop. Follow along to create a summer prairie landscape filled with your favorite flowers, or create freely with fluffy, colorful wool! All tools and supplies will be
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Jul 24 2025 | 5:30 pm

Kindermusik

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 3-6 years old
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Kindermusik is a German phrase that translates to "children's music". The program aims to help children learn and grow through music-making during the years when their brains are most critical for development. Children will explore music through instruments, movement, singing, and play.
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Jul 21 2025 | 5:00 pm

Acrylic Sunsets on Canvas

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 14+
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Information Capture the beauty of a sunset on canvas using vibrant acrylics. Bring your own sunset photo or paint what you see in the sky. Guided by artist Kelsey Wilson, you'll explore color blending and brush techniques in a relaxed, creative setting. Supplies included— just bring your vision and let the sky
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Jul 21 2025 | 5:00 pm

Acrylic Sunsets on Canvas

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range 14+
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Information Capture the beauty of a sunset on canvas using vibrant acrylics. Bring your own sunset photo or paint what you see in the sky. Guided by artist Kelsey Wilson, you'll explore color blending and brush techniques in a relaxed, creative setting. Supplies included— just bring your vision and let the sky
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Jun 6 2025 | 10:00 am

Picnic & Puccini Family Opera Adventure!

Location Blank Performing Arts Center
Age Range Elementary and middle school students
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Cost $15
Organization Des Moines Metro Opera Guild - Indianola Chapter
Contact Chari Kruse
Email charikruse@gmail.com
Phone (515) 979-1879
Information Join the Indianola Opera Guild for Picnic & Puccini! Enjoy a kid-friendly opera (The Billy Goats Gruff), picnic lunch, and backstage tour. Perfect for families and daycares! June 6 & 7 at 10am. $15 online. Visit desmoinesmetroopera.org/picnic to reserve your tickets!
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Jun 7 2025 | 10:00 am

Picnic & Puccini Family Opera Adventure!

Location Blank Performing Arts Center
Age Range Elementary and middle school students
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Cost $15
Organization Des Moines Metro Opera Guild - Indianola Chapter
Contact Chari Kruse
Email charikruse@gmail.com
Phone (515) 979-1879
Information Join the Indianola Opera Guild for Picnic & Puccini! Enjoy a kid-friendly opera (The Billy Goats Gruff), picnic lunch, and backstage tour. Perfect for families and daycares! June 6 & 7 at 10am. Tickets are $15 and can be ordered at desmoinesmetroopera.org/picnic.
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