Centerville Concert Association: Jared Sherlock October 8th The Centerville Concert Association promotes affordable, family-friendly live entertainment for southern Iowa and northern Missouri. Attendees can purchase a ticket for one show for $15/person, or you can get a season ticket for $35. The season ticket also includes additional shows in Fairfield, Washington, Indianola and Ottumwa. About the Performance: Jared Sherlock is…

Centerville Faith Church will be hosting a Ladies Ice Cream Social October 10th at 6:30pm Hey ladies, join us for this awesome event! Ice cream will be provided, you bring the toppings! There will be a great time for fellowship with one another, singing some of our favorite songs, and Abbey McLouth will lead a devotional! To learn more about…

The 7th Annual 20 Mile March for Veteran Suicide Awareness is set for October 12th   To learn more about upcoming events, activities and more in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar!  

Farmers’ Market on the Square October 12th Join us for the Centerville Farmers’ on the Square October 12th 9am-12pm! Join us for our final market of 2024! Check out the vendors on the Centerville Square 9am-12pm for all things homemade, handmade and handpicked! There are NO VENDOR FEES for this entire market season thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, Bogle Realty! To…

Shop 2nd Saturday is our monthly shopping event highlighting participating Appanoose County businesses! Check back for event themes and details! October Shop 2nd Saturday Facebook page 👉🏻 https://fb.me/e/3JjdPO1be

Save the Date: Relay for Life 2024 in Appanoose County is October 12th! Questions or would like to get involved? Email Kristi at kristironi@hotmail.com To follow Appanoose County Relay for Life on Facebook, click here. For a full list of upcoming activities, events and more in Appanoose County, check out our Events Calendar.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) hosts bi-weekly Family Support Group. NAMI Family Support Group is for loved ones of those with mental health concerns and meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month via Zoom and in person in Centerville at the Optimae Building (209 East Maple St.) from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. The Family Support…

Our first Sip and Solve with Seniors event is October 15th at the Centerville Hy-Vee! Join us for a special community engagement event hosted by PACT (Promoting Appanoose & Centerville), designed to give seniors 65+ in Appanoose County a voice in shaping the future of our community. This event is your opportunity to share ideas, ask questions, and discuss how…

Head to southern Iowa for some amazing finds October 18th-20th for the Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition! The Southern Iowa Junk Journey Fall Edition is set to take place from October 18th to 20th, 2024, offering a unique road trip experience for vintage lovers, antique hunters, and fans of repurposed treasures. This 150-mile loop covers several small towns in…

Kids Craft Club will be hosted monthly at the Rathbun Lake Area YMCA! Join in the fun and get creative in Kids Craft Club! Led by artist, educator, and Y staff Jane, kids will learn to collaborate in the creation of unique art installations around the Y. There will also have a healthy snack and do a make-and-take project. On…

Head to southern Iowa for some amazing finds October 18th-20th for the Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition! The Southern Iowa Junk Journey Fall Edition is set to take place from October 18th to 20th, 2024, offering a unique road trip experience for vintage lovers, antique hunters, and fans of repurposed treasures. This 150-mile loop covers several small towns in…

Join the Moravia Public Library for their Civil War Presentation on October 19th! Bring a lawn chair and join the Moravia Public Library for a trip back in time as Diane Deal, Ruth Shoup, and Vicki Williams will present an onstage fashion show from the Victorian era. These ladies will be featuring: the Ball Gown, The Mourning Dress, the entire…

Head to southern Iowa for some amazing finds October 18th-20th for the Southern Iowa Junk Journey: Fall Edition! The Southern Iowa Junk Journey Fall Edition is set to take place from October 18th to 20th, 2024, offering a unique road trip experience for vintage lovers, antique hunters, and fans of repurposed treasures. This 150-mile loop covers several small towns in…

Join us for Business Before Hours October 23rd at 8am! Every other month, PACT will be hosting a meeting on the third Wednesday of the month at 8am. This is an open meeting for any Appanoose County business owners or employees to attend, not just retailers! We will be reviewing upcoming promotional events, funding opportunities and more. We'll be meeting…

We're looking to expand the Pancake Day Queen Committee as we head into planning for the 76th Annual Pancake Day! Join us for this informational meeting to learn more about opportunities to get involved in planning the Miss Pancake Day pageant! Wednesday October 23rd beginning at 5pm at the PACT office (128 N 12th Street). Questions? Email director@pactiowa.org or call…

Mark your calendar for Canvas at the Coffee Shop (Spooky Castle Edition) on October 24th! Get ready for a hauntingly good time at Tangleberries! Join them for their THIRD Canvas at the Coffee Shop, where ghoulish creativity comes to life every 4th Thursday of the month. This October, immerse yourself in the Halloween spirit with a spooky castle painting—perfect for…

Haden Family Medicine Ribbon Cutting and Open House October 25th! Join us for the Ribbon Cutting and Open House at Haden Family Medicine on October 25, 2024! We are excited to welcome this new business to the community and invite everyone to celebrate their opening from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 3 PM.…

Spooky Family Fun Nights at Honey Creek Resort Oct 25 & 26! Honey Creek Resort invites families to its Spooky Family Fun Nights on October 25th and 26th, 2024! This festive event is designed for all ages, offering a mix of thrilling and family-friendly Halloween activities. Held from 5 PM to 9 PM each night, the event has two sessions:…

Lakeview PTO will be hosting the Lakeview Fall Festival on October 25th! Get ready for a fun-filled evening at the Lakeview PTO's annual Fall Festival on October 25th at Lakeview Elementary! This beloved community event, open to all, offers a safe and festive environment for families to enjoy Halloween-themed activities. Running for an hour and a half, the festival features…

Lelah Bradley Trick-Or-Treat in the Campgrounds October 25th! On Friday, October 25th from 6:00 - 8:00pm, head out to the Lelah Bradley campgrounds for trick or treating! Get into the spirit of Halloween at our Trick-or-Treat event. Campers at the park are invited to decorate their sites and hand out candy. The best decorated site will win a prize. Kids…

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

The Moulton Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Moulton's House of Horror October 25th & 26th! Head to the Moulton Crossline Center for a night of scares around every turn, two stories of horror mania! The House of Horrors will be open 7pm-11:30pm on both October 25th & 26th! Tickets are $10/each first entry and if you want to go…

Centerville Faith Church will be hosting their Trick or Trunk event October 26th 5-7pm! Dress up, bring the whole family, and come on out for this FREE fall event! Centerville Faith Church will be providing a safe trick-or-treat experience for kids, tons of candy, a hot dog roast, games, and much more. The best part is, it's all FREE. That's…

Spooky Family Fun Nights at Honey Creek Resort Oct 25 & 26! Honey Creek Resort invites families to its Spooky Family Fun Nights on October 25th and 26th, 2024! This festive event is designed for all ages, offering a mix of thrilling and family-friendly Halloween activities. Held from 5 PM to 9 PM each night, the event has two sessions:…

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

The Moulton Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Moulton's House of Horror October 25th & 26th! Head to the Moulton Crossline Center for a night of scares around every turn, two stories of horror mania! The House of Horrors will be open 7pm-11:30pm on both October 25th & 26th! Tickets are $10/each first entry and if you want to go…

Frostbite Open at The Preserve at Honey Creek Resort Sunday October 27th! Call the clubhouse (641-724-1400) or email thepreserveonrathbun@gmail.com to learn more or register! Entry for members is $40/each and non-members are $70/each. Entry includes golfing, golf cart, lunch, big prizes and a free round of golf! To learn more about Honey Creek Resort & The Preserve at Honey Creek…

The Appanoose County Historical Society presents their Appanoose County Haunted History Tour Sunday October 27th! The Appanoose County Historical Society invites you to step back in time at the Haunted History Tour on Sunday, October 27, at Oakland Cemetery. Discover the rich and eerie past of Appanoose County through stories of eight remarkable individuals who shaped the community. This guided…

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) hosts bi-weekly Family Support Group. NAMI Family Support Group is for loved ones of those with mental health concerns and meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month via Zoom and in person in Centerville at the Optimae Building (209 East Maple St.) from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. The Family Support…

Join us for a fang-tastic evening of spooky fun, treat and ghoulish surprises on the Centerville Square at Ghouls and Goodies! Trick or treat your way through Centerville's Historic Square-- if you dare! Enjoy trick or treating at local businesses (these business purchase all the candy themselves, thank them by shopping local!), meet our spook-tacular 2024 Miss Pancake Day, Noelle…

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

Think you've got the guts to make it through the Papo's Pumpkin Patch Haunted Corn Maze? Test your bravery October 25th & 26th and November 1st & 2nd at Papo's Pumpkin Patch! Head through their haunted corn maze for the fright of your life 7pm-11pm. Entry is $10/person and this is not suitable for small children. To stay up to…

Join us for the November edition of Kaffee Klatch where organizations share information about all the the happenings of Appanoose County! This months meeting is sponsored and hosted by the Historic Preservation Corporation.