All alumni, retirees and friends of Indian Hills are invited to attend the event to reconnect with former classmates and check out the progress of the new campus!  FREE refreshments and fun. Friday, October 6th, 2023 Indian Hills Centerville Campus @ The Barn 4-7 pm

While you are in town for Homecoming, take some time to reminisce in the district and tour some downtown buildings! Explore five downtown properties & help raise funds for historic preservation on the Centerville Square! Join us on the historic Centerville Square October 7th-8th for a self-guided tour of five historic properties in various stages of rehabilitation! Saturday October 7th…

Join us for our Fall/Halloween edition of Wine & Canvas! Uncork your inner creativity as we paint a piece step by step with a local artist!! You will have options to keep your painting more fall-based or add to it for more of a spooky scene! Tickets are $25/painter and you can order tickets here: https://the-continental-hotel.square.site/product/hallowine-canvas/239?cs=true&cst=custom&fbclid=IwAR0ebNjtm3vCt1rkTLTC2B_PnHXWpnovC3RLWTP4dsIAf7Q07eWVfXHrrEE NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Registration…

Join the march for Veteran Suicide Awareness on Saturday, October 14th!  All proceeds will go to the local American Legion to support our veterans.  Registration opens at 7:30 am and $22 registration fee (includes a t-shirt).  March begins at 8:30am from the Freedom Rock on the Centerville Square. Registration forms available at Centerville Produce and The Eagles Club. Walk as…

Cozy drinks, comfort food & local deals in Appanoose County! Join us for Shop 2nd Saturday October 14th!

Go junkin' in Southern Iowa. Join us for the Southern Iowa Junk Journey!  Fall Edition October 20th-22nd.  

Come support the efforts at  Veterans at Rathbun Annual Banquet on Veterans Day, November 11th at Emerald Hills Events (3142 Hwy S56, Promise City).  Doors open at 4:30pm, Dinner is at 6 pm, and auction to immediately follow.  At the event, your stomachs will thank you for the catering by Thelmas and cash bar.  Then join the silent and live…

Join in for the fun & spooky night! Trunk or Treat Face Painting Bouncy Houses Wagon Rides and more.... Food will be available to purchase.

Lucile's Free Dinner for Veterans is going on again this year on November 11th!  Thank you for your service! Veterans will receive a ham steak, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, and stuffing for free.  Veterans also get a free soda of their choice with their meal. Guests can purchase the meal for $12 and beverages at market price.

Join us for Kaffee Klatch at Your Square Deal at 10am on November 1st at 10 am for an update on all the happenings within Appanoose County!  Thank you to Your Square Deal for sponsoring!

oin us for Kaffee Klatch on February 7th @ 10 am at Amazing by Grace LLC on the east side of the square, to hear all things Appanoose County! Thank you for Amazing by Grace for sponsoring! February Kaffee Klatch Facebook page 👉🏻 https://fb.me/e/3B8GjCNs0

Join the Centerville Young Professionals for their meeting on November 5th at 6pm! They will be finalizing Disco & Drinks plans and beginning their 2022 planning. Pizza will be provided. New members are always welcome!

Free food for those in need! The Alliant Energy Mobile Food Bank is available on November 9th from 4-6 pm, in the Alliant Energy parking lot (719 N. 18th Street).  This event generally runs on the second Thursday of the month here in Centerville! Check out the Food Bank of Iowa website for more information and availability!  👉🏻 Food Bank…

Stop by HPC Drive Thru Dinner on the second Thursday of every month (except December and January) @ 5:00 pm. Cost is $10 per meal. The menu varies from month to month, so check their facebook page for their upcoming months menu! 👉🏻 Historic Preseveration Corporation You do not need tickets in advance, just pull up and give them your…

Shop November's Shop 2nd Saturday and get started with your holiday shopping!  Kick it all off with the record breaking event, Pajama night on Friday the 10th 8-11pm,  then carry your spree through Saturday the 11th from 10am - 5 pm as businesses offer special holiday deals you are not going to want to miss!  

Get your team signed up for the Appanoose County Historical & Coal Mining Museum Trivia Nights! Tables go quickly, so don't wait too long and miss out on the fun. Reach out to Lisa Eddy at 641-895-6323 to reserve your spot! 18-80 Club at 922 W. State Street in Centerville.   Registration starts at 6 pm, trivia starts at 7 pm…

Winter skies are excellent for stargazing at Sharon Bluffs State Park. Add to that the potential to see meteors from the Leonid Meteor shower, and it's going to be a wonderful evening to look at the sky. Come out to the Sharon Bluffs State Park on Thursday, November 16th @ 6 pm.  We will start the program from the shelter…

Get your team signed up for the Appanoose County Historical & Coal Mining Museum Trivia Nights! Tables go quickly, so don't wait too long and miss out on the fun. Reach out to Lisa Eddy at 641-895-6323 to reserve your spot! 18-80 Club at 922 W. State Street in Centerville.   Registration starts at 6 pm, trivia starts at 7 pm…

You are not going to want to miss Comedy Night at the Majestic Theater on Saturday, November 18th at 7 pm! For tickets visit here 👉🏻 https://checkout.square.site/buy/ZEPDIOC6V7S7OBWUWIRCC6RT Come join us for a night full of laughter, featuring Tyler Fowler & Tom Feeback! Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7pm! $25 includes admission and one free drink ticket MUST…

Save the stress of cooking for a crowd and do the Honey Creek Resort Thanksgiving Buffet!  Thursday,  November 23.  The Breakfast buffet starts at 7 am and the Brunch buffet starts at 10:30am . Call 641-724-1403 now for your reservations!  Seats are limited!

The sweetest day of the holiday season is BACK! Join us for the 2023 Holiday Sampler in Centerville on December 2nd starting at 10am Square. Shop local and grab freshly made treats & recipe cards from businesses. We'll be releasing a map of all of the Holiday Sampler stops.

It's the perfect time of year to head to Christmas and Canvas at the Majestic Theater on Saturday, December 2nd at 1pm! Socialize and sip on your drink of choice while you follow along step-by-step with a local artist! Enjoy a family day with your favorite people while making everlasting memories. You'll leave with far more than a painting! For…

Join us for the December Kaffee Klatch at Pit Pony Pub & Eatery   on Wednesay the 6th at 10 am.  Here you will get updates on all of the happenings within Appanoose County!  With the holidays right around the corner, you will hear about a lot of community events, projects, and more! Thank you to Pit Pony for sponsoring!…

Free food for those in need! The Alliant Energy Mobile Food Bank is available on December 14th from 4-6 pm, in the Alliant Energy parking lot (719 N. 18th Street).  This event generally runs on the second Thursday of the month here in Centerville! Check out the Food Bank of Iowa website for more information and availability!  👉🏻 Food Bank…

Celebrate the end of 2023 at the NYE Celebration with Villiska! December 30th at the Eagles Club in Centerville 8 pm!

Join us for the January Kaffee Klatch at Thomas Funeral Home   on Wednesday the 3rd at 10 am.  Here you will get updates on all of the happenings within Appanoose County!  Thank you to Thomas Funeral Home for sponsoring! Kaffee Klatch Facebook page  👉🏻 https://fb.me/e/3PskIIgaX

January Shop 2nd Saturday Facebook page 👉🏻 https://fb.me/e/3ee9XU5vK FREE EVENT! Join us for the Snowman Stroll in Appanoose County January 13th! Start your journey at the PACT office (101 E Van Buren Street) and pick up your "Snowman Soup" base (hot cocoa), ballot and map. Then pick up additional ingredients while you #ShopLocal! As your stroll around the square, vote…

Join in for a night of fun at the Comedy Hypnosis at The Majest Theater in Centerville! What to Expect The show ranges from 60-90 minutes​ Content is tailored to fit the audience Group and individual skits that are highly entertaining and are never embarrassing to the participants or the audience. ​ Comical post-hypnotic suggestions and motivational messages to all…

Appanoose County Tourism Grant Workshop #1 on Tuesday February 6th! Interested in learning more about the three tourism grant opportunities currently available in Appanoose County or want to see if your project is a good fit? We'll be hosting free workshops throughout the county for the next few weeks! First up, February 6th at the Lighthouse Church of the Nazarene…

Join us for the February Kaffee Klatch on Wednesday the 7th @ 10 am at Amazing by Grace LLC on the east side of the square, to hear all things Appanoose County! Thank you for Amazing by Grace for sponsoring!

2024 Super Bowl Sunday at Pit Pony Pub February 11th! Are you rooting for the Chiefs or the 49ers? Whatever team you're cheering for, enjoy Super Bowl Sunday at Pit Pony Pub & Eatery! For a full list of upcoming events, activities and more in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar.

Centerville Concert Association Feb 18: Bill McGuigan's Pop Rock Orchestra Billy McGuigan on Guitar/Keys/Vocals, Bass/Vocals, Percussion/Keys/Vocals, Lead Guitar, Drums, Sax, Violin Billy McGuigan and his Pop Rock Orchestra present a high-energy concoction of rock ‘n’ roll mega hits in a unique, live concert experience. Like many of us, the feeling Billy got from watching big rock bands from the 70s…

1930s Lionel Train Display at Honey Creek Resort Saturday Feb 24th   Experience this very rare 1920s & 1930s Lionel Train Display at Honey Creek Resort Saturday February 24th 6pm-8pm.     For a full list of upcoming events, activities and more in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar!

Join us for a FREE gathering at our March Kaffee Klatch on Wednesday the 6th @ 10 am at Indian Hills Community College to hear all things Appanoose County! Thank you for IHCC for sponsoring!  

Appanoose County Bar Hop Bingo is a great way to get a taste for all that Appanoose County has to offer!  Stop by the participating businesses March 9th-17th to get a stamp. You must make a purchase at each participating business to get a stamp, but you don't have to purchase the special.  Some specials listed below are only for…

March Shop 2nd Saturday: Luck of the Local is Saturday March 9th! Shop 2nd Saturday is our monthly shopping event highlighting participating Appanoose County businesses! This event in sponsored in part by our friends at Ottumwa Radio Group Shop Appanoose County during our March Shop 2nd Saturday festivities to get the luckiest deals around & support your local businesses! Check…

Celebrate the past years achievements with the our team at the 2024 PACT annual banquet located at Honey Creek Resort in Moravia. We'll be awarding Volunteer of the Year, Main Street Business of the Year, Appanoose County Business of the Year and the Iowa Media Network's Citizen of the Year. Tickets $30/person and include dinner. Cash bar available. Individual tickets…

Centerville Concert Association Mar 16 Divas 3 Billy McGuigan on Guitar/Keys/Vocals, Bass/Vocals, Percussion/Keys/Vocals, Lead Guitar, Drums, Sax, Violin Billy McGuigan and his Pop Rock Orchestra present a high-energy concoction of rock ‘n’ roll mega hits in a unique, live concert experience. Like many of us, the feeling Billy got from watching big rock bands from the 70s was exhilarating! His…

Wine and Canvas March 17th at The Majestic Theater! Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with some drinks, great company and a step-by-step painting class. More details to come! Follow The Majestic for more details! For a full list of upcoming events, activities and more in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar!

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game March 27th vs. NIACC at 2:00pm Come out to the Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play NIACC on March 27th at 2:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ihccathletics   For…

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game March 27th vs. NIACC at 5:00pm Come out for a Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play NIACC on March 27th at 5:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out…

"Wear Blue Day" is Friday, April 5th! April is Child Abuse Awareness month and we encourage everyone to wear Blue to raise awareness to child abuse, Brought to you by Appanoose County Family Alliance!

The FREE annual Healthy Kids Fair will be Saturday, April 6 from 10:00am-1:00pm at the Centerville Faith Church (Hwy 5 South in Centerville). Join the fun with free admission, family friendly activities, community resources, silent auction, free lunch, giveaways, and much more! Follow the Appanoose County Family Alliance for more information at https://www.facebook.com/appanoosecountychildabuseprevention

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 6th vs. DMACC at 1:00pm & 4:00pm Come out to the Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play DMACC on April 6th at 1:00 pm & 4:00pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out their Facebook…

Historical Society Trivia Night Apr 6 The Appanoose County Historical Society presents Trivia Night! 100 questions in a variety of fun categories! April 6th theme: Mardi Gras April 13th theme: Route 66 This event ALWAYS sells out, so call Lisa to reserve your table! 641-895-6323 For a full list of upcoming events, activities and more in Appanoose County, check out…

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 7th vs. DMACC at 12:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play DMACC on April 7th at 12:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out…

Centerville Concert Association Apr 7 Albia Community Choir Join the Centerville Concert Association for a performance by the Albia Community Choir! Sunday April 7, 2024 at First United Methodist Church in Centerville beginning at 3pm. Tickets available for purchase at the door for $15/person About Albia Community Choir: The Choir consists of members from Albia, Bloomfield, Centerville, Corydon, Oskaloosa and…

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 10th vs. Ellsworth at 1:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Ellsworth on April 10th at 1:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out…

Shop 2nd Saturday is our monthly shopping event highlighting participating Appanoose County businesses! Check back for event themes and details! April Shop 2nd Saturday Facebook page 👉🏻 https://fb.me/e/1jJDxtzIv

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 13th vs. Northeast at 1:00pm & 4:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Northeast on April 13th at 1:00 pm & 4:00pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on…

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 14th vs. Northeast at 12:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Northeast on April 14th at 12:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out…

Indian Hills Community College Virtual Coffee Break April 17th Join the interactive seminar tailored for small business owners on Wednesday, April 17th 9-10 am.  Talk banking services, loan options, and differences between loans and lines of credit. with guest speaker, Doug Anderson!  Go to https://ihcc.edu/virtualcoffeebreak for more information! IHCC Regional Entrepreneurship Center 

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 18th vs. Marshalltown at 1:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Marshalltown on April 18th at 1:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out…

Steve Angrisano and Francesca LaRosa Concert April 21 presented by St. Mary's Centerville & St. Patrick's Melrose. St. Mary's, Centerville and St. Patrick's, Melrose, are pleased to present Steve Angrisano and Francesca LasRosa in concert at 3pm on Sunday, April 21st at Simon Estes Auditorium. It will be an afternoon of music, faith sharing and entertainment for families and youth…

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 27th vs.  Iowa Western at 1:00pm & 4:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Iowa Western on April 27th at 1:00 pm & 4:00pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more…

Centerville Concert Association Apr 27 Here Comes The Sun Beatles Tribute Celebrate The Beatles with a fresh, vibrant, and musically-authentic act that gets audiences “rising” to their feet: Here Comes the Sun! Five multi-instrumentalist/vocalists (Broadway, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) combine talents to recreate a decade of Beatles soundscapes. Foregoing costumes and wigs to focus on the MUSIC, this modern rock and roll experience satisfies the…

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game April 28th vs.  Iowa Western at 12:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Iowa Western on April 28th at 12:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics,…

Join us for our May Kaffee Klatch to hear about all things happpening in Appanoose County! This month is hosted by Corp of Engineers and will take place at the Lake Rathbun Dedication Site.

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game May 3rd vs. Southeastern at 2:00pm & 5:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Southeastern on May 3rd at 2:00 pm & 5:00pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on…

Indian Hills Home Baseball Game May 4th vs. Southeastern at 1:00pm Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play Southeastern on May 3rd at 5:00 pm.   FREE Admission! Check out their whole schedule here: https://indianhillsathletics.com/sports/bsb/2023-24/schedule For more information on IHCC athletics, check out…

Indian Hills NJCAA Region 11 Tournament Games May 9th, 10th, & 11th vs. Southeastern at TBD Come out to the Indian Hills Home Baseball Game at Pat Daugherty Field on the Centerville Campus to cheer on the Warriors as they play in the NJCAA Region 11 Tournament Games May 9th & 10th.   More information TBD Check out their whole schedule…

HPC Drive Thru Dinner May 9 Follow the Historic Preservation Corporation on Facebook for more details! For a full list of upcoming events & activities in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar!

Shop 2nd Saturday is our monthly shopping event highlighting participating Appanoose County businesses! Check back for event themes and details! May Shop 2nd Saturday Facebook page 👉🏻 https://fb.me/e/1jJDxtzIv

Let your creativity shine at Paint and Sip at Honey Creek Resort May 11! Happy early Mother's Day! Join Honey Creek Resort and Painting with a Twist for a special evening of creativity. Attendees will be painting "Ethereal Sunrise" on canvas. Registration includes two hours of instruction, all supplies, and a large 16x20-inch canvas to take home. Drinks and appetizers…

This months, IHCC Virtual Coffee Break focuses on the new crowd funding micro-loan in Iowa May 15th, 2024 9:00-10:00 am Register today for this FREE event at https://ihcc.edu/virtualcoffeebreak Come learn about Kiva Iowa at the  on May 15th from 9-10am Speaker: Kaitlin Byers There are many crowd funding platforms for new businesses. In Iowa, we have a micro-loan platform called…

DIY Plant Press: Appanoose County Conservation Board presents their third Thursday program for May 16th at 6pm at the Nature Center at Sharon Bluffs Spring wildflowers are popping up all over the place. Collecting and pressing flowers is a great way to preserve plants for study or decoration. Join the Naturalist to learn the basics of plant pressing including how…

Join us for our June Kaffee Klatch to hear about all things Appanoose County! This month's host and sponsor is Amcor!

Real McCoy Realty Open House June 8th at 2000 Quail Ridge Drive in Centerville, Iowa. Check out the full listing for this property on the Real McCoy Realty website. For a full list of upcoming events, activities and more in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar here.

Shop 2nd Saturday is our monthly shopping event highlighting participating Appanoose County businesses! Check back for event themes and details! June Shop 2nd Saturday Facebook page 👉🏻 https://fb.me/e/3SfE8jK6T

HPC Drive Thru Dinner June 13   Follow the Historic Preservation Corporation on Facebook for more details! For a full list of upcoming events & activities in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar!

Celebrate 2024 Iowa Museum Week in Appanoose County June 15th! Visit seven of Appanoose County's museums and historical sites on June 15th. Check out additional details and hours for the individual spots on the flyer below.   For a full list of upcoming events, activities and more in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar! For more details on Iowa…

This years Children's Art Festival on June 24th - 29th will be featuring the Missoula Children's Theater production of Peter & Wendy! The week starts off with play auditions at 10 am on June 24th. If you are selected as a cast member practice will be through that week. Throughout the week we will have FREE kids activities. Check out…

Come to the Majestic Theater and participate in one of our Children's Art Festival FREE Workshops!  Drama Quest: Adventures Under the Sea! Workshop for Grades K-2, Tuesday June 25th 2:45pm - 3:30pm Any student in the area, grades k-2 can enjoy a fun way to learn Drama - they will have so much fun - they won’t realize that they’re…

Come to the Majestic Theater and participate in one of our Children's Art Festival FREE Workshops! Put Your Best Foot Forward Workshop, Grades 3-12, Wednesday June 26th 2:45pm - 3:30pm Any student in the area, grades 3-12 can enjoy a fun way to learn drama!  Get your groove on with this fun, physical workshop. Students will learn different styles of…

Come to the Majestic Theater and participate in one of our Children's Art Festival FREE Workshops! Improv, Grades 3-12, Thursday June 27th 2:45 - 3:30pm Listening, creativity, bravery – all important skills for the Improv Actor to hone. This workshop emphasizes teamwork and “all-in” participation as the students learn to act without a script.  Students of any experience level will…

Come to the Children's Art Festival FREE Craft Night on Friday, June 28th 5:30-7pm at the Ritz! Join the volunteers at Alliant Energy in making your themed craft to take home! Follow our event page for more details!  https://fb.me/e/1za2kyCQM

Missoula Children's Theater Production presents as local children perform the well loved story of Peter & Wendy Saturday, June 29th @ 4pm at the Majestic Theater Tickets can be purchased at the door!  $5 per person! Missoula Children's Theater  presents the story: Adapted by Michael McGill, Music and Lyrics by Michael McGill When Captain Hook sends his right-hand man, Smee, on…

Join us for the July Kaffee Klatch on the 3rd to hear about all things happening in Appanoose County! This month's meeting is hosted and sponsored by Centerville Community School District!