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January 16 - March 15 This Indian Hills alumnus resides in Gibson, Iowa. His travels have taken him to many amazing locations and his skill with a camera allows us to participate in his experience. Free admission. 7:30 AM-8:30 PM, Monday-Thursday; 4:30-9:00 PM, Sunday (except holiday and college breaks). Artist reception on 1/16, 7:00-8:30 PM. For more information, call (641) 683-5149 or go to www.IndianHills.edu. February 3 - 4 Bull riding comes to Ottumwa Friday and Saturday, February 3 and 4! The finals are at 7:30 PM on both nights with a meet and greet with the riders prior. Ticket holders on Saturday also can attend an awards ceremony at 9:30 PM. Advance tickets for adults are $15 per person and $10 for kids under eight years of age for each night. A one-night family pack of four sells for $40. Weekend passes are available for adults at $25 per person or kids at $20 each. Day of show, adults tickets can be purchased for $18 and kids for $13. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.BridgeViewCenter.com. February 4 The Blakesburg Lions will host a community breakfast on Saturday, February 4, 7:00-10:30 AM at the community center. Biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, grits, oatmeal, sausage patty, pancakes, juice and coffee will be served. A freewill offering will be collected and will go toward community projects. February 4 It'll be a magical night for fathers and daughters as they dance the evening away. The event is 6:00-8:30 PM with music, cake, and punch. Semi-formal dress is required. Tickets are $20 for a father/daughter duo or a maximum of $30 for two or more daughters with dad, ages preschool through eighth grade. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. The event is sponsored by the Distinguished Young Women of Iowa, formerly the Iowa Junior Miss Scholarship program. For more information, contact Connie at (641) 777-5428. February 4 The League of Women Voters of Ottumwa and Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce will co-sponsor the first of three legislative forums 9:30-11:30 AM, Saturday, February 4 at Bridge View Center. Area legislators Mark Chelgren, Mary Gaskill, Sandra Greiner, Curt Hanson and Kurt Swaim have been invited to participate. Each person attending will be given a number. Those numbers will be called in sequence by the moderator to ask their question of the legislators. Those arriving early have the best chance of asking their question. Coffee and tea will be provided. The League and Chamber will co-sponsor Legislative Forums on March 3 and April 7. February 8 Middle-school-age kids are invited to participate in this book club which meets the second Wednesday of each month. (The time and date coordinates with the Ottumwa School early-out Wednesday.) For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. February 8 The library's monthly book club reads a variety of works both fiction and non-fiction. The club gathers in the library meeting room the second Wednesday of each month from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. February 9 Come celebrate the progress Ottumwa has made in the past year. "Celebrate Ottumwa" is the annual banquet of the community's economic development organizations: Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Ottumwa, Ottumwa Economic Development Corporation (OEDC), Ottumwa Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, Bridge View Center, and Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) - making them Partners in Progress. This year's featured speaker is Brad Little, President and CEO of the Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation who will provide a report on the foundation's successes of 2011 and insights into 2012. The Gene Schultz Award recipient and other honorees will be recognized. The evening begins with "social hour" at 5:30 PM, followed by dinner at 6:00 PM and then the program at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $35 per person or $250 for a table of eight. RSVPs are due by Friday, January 27 via info@ottumwaiowa.com or 641.682.3465. For more information, contact Brenda Sieren at (641) 682-3465. February 10 American Home Finding invites the public to bring their valentine to "Chocolate Lover's Benefit" on Friday, February 10th, 7:00-11:00 PM, at the Hotel Ottumwa. Admission includes samples of chocolate appetizers from Van Veen Chocolates of Pella featured in their chocolate wonderland as well as a glass of pink champane. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Jeff Tharp and a special appearance from Elvis. Celebrity bartenders will also serve specialty drinks from a cash bar. The event incorporates a silent auction with the work of local artists. Tickets are $15 per person/$25 per couple in advance or $20 per person at the door. Proceeds go toward the children and families served by American Home Finding in southern Iowa. For more information, contact American Home Finding at (641) 682-3449 or go to www.ahfa.org. February 10 - 12 Event hours: 5:00-9:00 PM on 2/10; 9:00 AM-5:00 PM on 2/11 and 9:00 AM-3:00 PM on 2/12. Contact event organizers for admission information. For more information, call (660) 341-1254 or go to www.OnTargetGunShows.com. February 10 The Ottumwa Community Children's Playhouse will hold its annual Valentine's Dance on Friday, February 10, 6:00-8:00 PM at Bridge View Center. The dance is open to all students in grades K-6. Admission is $5 per child with parents being free. Prizes will be given away throughout the evening. Concessions will be available. Parents are asked to come in the building to pick-up their children at 8:00 PM. For more information, call (641) 226-1523. February 11 Join the American Gothic House Center as it celebrates the 121st anniversary of Grant Wood's birthday (officially on February 13th) with home-cooked soup. Complete the meal and celebration with a slice of birthday cake or brownie and a mug of hot coffee. Free will donations welcome. The meal takes place 11:00 AM-1:00 PM. For more information, contact Holly Berg at (641) 652-3352 or go to www.AmericanGothicHouse.net. February 12 The annual winter concerts starts at 3:00 PM featuring two SEISO Young Artists: Pianist Heather Gillis and clarinetist Surekha Mullangi. In addition, there will be rich performances of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 2 in C minor "Little Russian," Pohjola's Daughter by Sibelius and the mysterious Sorcerer's Apprentice by Dukas. Indian Hills students and staff admitted free, all others by single or season ticket. Adult tickets are $15 and student tickets are $10. Children under 12 years of age are admitted free of charge. There is no reserved seating. For more information, contact Michael Philipsen at (641) 683-5224 or go to www.IndianHills.edu. February 15 The Y will host a blood drive 2:00-7:00 PM on February 15 in the YMCA conference room. Donors who gave blood on or before December 21 are eligible, must be 16 years old or older, in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds. Appointments are recommended. For more information, contact Garrett Ross at (641) 684-6571 x28 or go to www.OttumwaYMCA.com. February 17 - 19 This is the winter production of the Ottumwa Community Players with shows at 7:00 PM on 2/17-18 and 2:00 PM on 2/19. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.BridgeViewCenter.com. February 18 This is the first in a series of lunch and speaker events sponsored by the Wapello County Conservation Board. Iowa Department of Natural Resources biologist Jennifer Kurth will discuss the variety of mussels found in the waters around Iowa. Learn how they live and what makes them such a good indicator of water health. Lunch begins at noon with the presentation at 1:00 PM. The cost is $15 which includes lunch and the presentation with registration required by February 10th. For more information, contact Wapello County Conservation Board at (641) 682-3091 or go to www.WapelloCounty.org. February 19 The concert features the Indian Hills Concert Choir and Camerata Singers. It starts at 3:00 PM with free admission. For more information, contact Michael Philipsen at (641) 683-5224 or go to www.IndianHills.edu. February 21 The concert begins at 7:00 PM. For more information, call (641) 682-8764 x141 or go to www.ottumwa.k12.ia.us. February 23 This concert is presented by the Ottumwa Civic Music Association at 7:30 PM. It features a cello and bass duo that deliver a program with roots in chamber music and possess an amazing repertoire of modern and popular sounds. Admission by season ticket or at the door: $15 for adults and $5 for students. For more information, contact Judy Engle at (641) 682-1438 or go to www.orgsites.com. February 23 Iowa KidsNet will be hosting an open house, 6:30-8:30 PM, Thursday, February 23 at the Ottumwa YMCA for people interested in learning more about becoming foster parents. This a free event, open to everyone. People who speak Spanish are encouraged to attend as Spanish-speaking foster families are a growing need in the community. There will be interpreters available. For more information, contact Jaime Claywell Herrera at (641) 224-2427. February 23 This monthly book club focuses solely on nonfiction work. The club gathers in the library meeting room the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. February 24 The public is invited to see a screening of the movie, "Green Fire." The film tells the story about Aldo Leopold, a true pioneer in the field of conservation who is probably best known for his book, "A Sand County Almanac." Popcorn will be served and chairs provided. Guests are welcome to bring a pillow and blanket and make themselves comfortable watching the movie. The screening starts at 6:00 PM. For more information, contact Wapello County Conservation Board at (641) 682-3091 or go to www.WapelloCounty.org. February 24 Featuring the Indian Hills Jazz Band and guest artists at 7:30 PM with free admission. For more information, contact David Sharp at (641) 683-5223 or go to www.IndianHills.edu. February 25 More than 20 high school jazz bands in competition and clinics, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM with free admission. For more information, contact David Sharp at (641) 683-5223 or go to www.IndianHills.edu. February 25 Get ready for a night of incredible comedy starring the funniest comics you've never heard of. They're not household names (yet), but they're hip, young, and hilarious. Tickets are $20 closer to the stage and $15 further away. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show starts at 7:30 PM. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.BridgeViewCenter.com. February 25 Enjoy a safari adventure ... "Wild Snake" show, kids games, 18-hole mini golf, free train rides, children's golf, Dizzy the Clown, Barnyard Billy, bounce house, face painting, Blank Park Zoo booth, jackpot bingo with cash prizes, and live entertainment. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children (9 years old & under). All proceeds benefit individuals with disabilities through the Tenco Foundation. For more information, contact Tenco Industries at (641) 682-8114 or go to www.Tenco.org. February 27 Join the fly-tying club every fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 PM to practice the art of fly-tying. Remember to bring your kit For more information, contact Wapello County Conservation Board at (641) 682-3091 or go to www.WapelloCounty.org. February 28 The skits start at 7:30 PM. For more information, call (641) 682-8764 x141 or go to www.ottumwa.k12.ia.us. February 28 The society serves as a gathering time for people interested in local and family history with a different topic each month. February's program will be "On Becoming Radar O'Reilly," presented by Don Shaffer, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM in the library meeting room For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. March 2 - 4 The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce once again holds its popular Home Expo featuring businesses of all types and sizes with "Garden" now be an added focus thus making the event the "Home & Garden Expo" for the first time. Attendees come from throughout southeast Iowa and northern Missouri for this annual event. The hours are 3:00-8:00 PM on 3/2; 10:00 AM-8:00 PM on 3/3; and 12:00-4:00 PM on 3/4. The admission each day is $6 for adults and $4 for kids ages seven to 12. Kids six years old and younger are free.. For more information, contact Terry McNitt at (641) 682-3465 or go to www.OttumwaChamber.org. March 3 Donzilla Don Tjernagel is a very original and edgy stand-up comic. If you like your stand-up comedy with a bite, think Jaws and you get Tjernagel. There is no topic this comic will not deal with and no joke too raunchy for this guy. The show is at 8:00 PM, and tickets are $8 per person. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.BridgeViewCenter.com. March 9 This Christian music concert features artists: Kutless, Chad Eastham, Harris III and KJ52 on Friday, March 9 with the show starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets range from $16 per person for groups of 10 or more to $27.50 per person for early entry. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.BridgeViewCenter.com. March 10 Do you believe in magic? See it in action when William the Conjurer makes you believe at 7:00 PM at Bridge View. Tickets are $13.50 per person. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000. March 14 Middle-school-age kids are invited to participate in this book club which meets the second Wednesday of each month. (The time and date coordinates with the Ottumwa School early-out Wednesday.) For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. March 14 The library's monthly book club reads a variety of works both fiction and non-fiction. The club gathers in the library meeting room the second Wednesday of each month from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. March 15 Contemporary tradional celtic music. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.craicmore.com. March 17 Bring the entire family for a whole host of activities and health screenings to promote healthy living in Wapello, Jefferson, Jefferson and Van Buren counties from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Blood draws will be done from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for 25 screenings for $22. Participants must pre-register with Wapello County Public Health at 641.682.5434 for those tests. The YMCA will hold a fun run/walk at 8:00 AM. Pre-register by contacting the Y at 641.684.6571 (cost to be determined). Free dental sreenings for kids in Kindergarten and ninth grade. Other tests include H.Pyloric, joint flexibility, derma scan, blood pressure, body mass index, osteoporosis, and more. Break-out session will be held on healthy mind/healthy body, zumba, yoga, nutrition and others. A number of booths will be disseminating information on health issues. Kids can look forward to seeing "Sparky" the fire prevention mascot from the Agency Fire Department. For more information, contact Lynelle Diers at (641) 682-5434. March 22 This monthly book club focuses solely on nonfiction work. The club gathers in the library meeting room the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. March 24 The Oak Ridge Boys - who have sung for presidents and royalty - come to Ottumwa on March 24th to perform at 7:30 PM. Ticket prices range from $29.50 to $44.50 depending on seating preference and ticket availability. Don't miss these legendary country artists! For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.BridgeViewCenter.com. April 11 Middle-school-age kids are invited to participate in this book club which meets the second Wednesday of each month. (The time and date coordinates with the Ottumwa School early-out Wednesday.) For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. April 11 The library's monthly book club reads a variety of works both fiction and non-fiction. The club gathers in the library meeting room the second Wednesday of each month from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. April 19 Show at 7:30PM. Tickets $26 close to stage and $21 further away. More details coming your way. For more information, contact Bridge View Center at (641) 684-7000 or go to www.BridgeViewCenter.com. April 26 This monthly book club focuses solely on nonfiction work. The club gathers in the library meeting room the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. May 9 Middle-school-age kids are invited to participate in this book club which meets the second Wednesday of each month. (The time and date coordinates with the Ottumwa School early-out Wednesday.) For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. May 9 The library's monthly book club reads a variety of works both fiction and non-fiction. The club gathers in the library meeting room the second Wednesday of each month from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. May 19 Check-out projects in the second-floor space of several buildings in downtown Ottumwa. It's a chance to see the "before," "during," and "after" snap-shots of the progress being made in the"upstairs" spaces downtown. Tickets are available at the Main Street Ottumwa office. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. May 24 This monthly book club focuses solely on nonfiction work. The club gathers in the library meeting room the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. For more information, contact Sonja Ferrell at (641) 682-7563 x202 or go to www.OttumwaPublicLibrary.org. June 9 Bring friends and family to enjoy a film shown in Central Park. Simply bring lawn chairs and/or blanket for seating. No admission charged. Refreshments available for purchase. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. June 22 - 24 The race is on! More than 30 to 40 balloons are likely to compete. In addition to the competitive flights, expect balloon tethering, night glows and fun flights. Also enjoy food, live music, healthy family fest, and carnival rides. For more information, contact Holly Dommer at (641) 684-8999 or go to www.OttumwaProBalloons.com. June 22 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. June 29 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. June 30 Bring friends and family to enjoy a film shown in Central Park. Simply bring lawn chairs and/or blanket for seating. No admission charged. Refreshments available for purchase. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. July 6 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. July 13 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. July 14 Bring friends and family to enjoy a film shown in Central Park. Simply bring lawn chairs and/or blanket for seating. No admission charged. Refreshments available for purchase. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. July 20 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. July 27 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. August 3 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. August 10 Enjoy lunch in Central Park on Fridays during the summer 11:30 AM-1:00 PM featuring a different food vendor each week and also offering entertainment. Lunch is $6 per person. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. August 11 Bring friends and family to enjoy a film shown in Central Park. Simply bring lawn chairs and/or blanket for seating. No admission charged. Refreshments available for purchase. Sponsored by Main Street Ottumwa. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. August 31 The Patron's Party is a fundraiser benefiting the efforts of Main Street Ottumwa and Walk on Art Street with drinks, appetizers, art auction and music. Location and ticket prices to be announced. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. September 1 More than 60 artists from within and outside of Iowa exhibit at his juried art festival located on Third Street from Market to Washington Street adjacent to Central Park. In addition to the art displayed for sale, expect children activities, entertainment and food vendors. The fair runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. October 6 A tour of historic downtown Ottumwa with volunteers in period costume entertaining participants from landmark to landmark. More than 200 people took part in the first History Walk in 2011! Ticket prices and hours to be announced. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. November 29 The Holiday Boutique is featured in the Hotel Ottumwa's ballroom with dozens of local artists and gift vendors from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony occurs at 6:00 PM when the city lights its tree in Central Park. Expect Christmas carol singing and a visit from Santa. This is a family-friendly event offering food, drink and holiday shopping. For more information, contact Main Street Office at (641) 684-5130 or go to www.MainStreetOttumwa.com. |
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