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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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