Upcoming Events

Dec 7 2022 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout: Geek Week Edition! at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range 6th-12th grades

Cost Free

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Alison

Email abrown@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.

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Dec 7 2022 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout: Geek Week Edition! at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range 6th-12th grade

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Alison

Email abrown@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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Dec 9 2022 | 7:00 am

School Day Off Camp

Location CAMP FIRE HEART OF IOWA 5615 Hickman Road Des Moines, IA 50310

Age Range Any student aged 5 - 12.

Cost $50

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Lauren Slinker

Email lauren@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 274-1501

Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer to one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from designated community sites listed by each date below, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities.

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Dec 9 2022 | 4:30 pm

Parent’s Night Out Camp

Location CAMP FIRE HEART OF IOWA 5615 Hickman Road Des Moines, IA 50310

Age Range Students aged 5 - 12.

Cost $35

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Lauren Slinker

Email lauren@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 274-1501

Information Let our counselors provide a fun-filled evening of activities while you treat yourself to a night out! Pair with one of our School Day Off camps for a full day and evening of Camp Fire fun for your child!

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Dec 10 2022 | 1:00 pm

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range Families

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Janis

Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9418

Information The villains have united, and you know they're up to no good. It's up to you to thwart them! Registration is required; please register each attendee. This escape room is designed for upper-elementary kids and their families, including older siblings and adults.

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Dec 10 2022 | 3:00 pm

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range Families

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Janis

Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9418

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Dec 10 2022 | 5:00 pm

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range Families

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Janis

Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9418

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Dec 10 2022 | 7:00 pm

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range Families

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Janis

Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9418

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Dec 12 2022 | 3:30 pm

IHS Kid’s Theatre Camp

Location IHS Auditorium

Age Range 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders

Cost $30

Organization Indianola High School Theatre Department

Contact Wendy Arch

Email wendy.arch@indianola.k12.ia.us

Phone (515) 961-9510

Information Mon, 12/12 -Wed, 12/14, the IHS Theatre Department will host a fun-filled kids’ theatre camp. We arrange for students to ride the bus from their elementary school to the high school and then take part in theatre activities culminating in a performance for parents on 12/14!

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Dec 12 2022 | 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range 3rd- 5th graders

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Janis

Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9418

Information Looking to fill your Pokédex? Games, trading, activities, snacks, and WAY more! It is optional to bring in your own handheld device that has a Pokémon game on it.

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Dec 13 2022 | 3:30 pm

IHS Kid’s Theatre Camp

Location IHS Auditorium

Age Range 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders

Cost $30

Organization Indianola High School Theatre Department

Contact Wendy Arch

Email wendy.arch@indianola.k12.ia.us

Phone (515) 961-9510

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Dec 14 2022 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range 6th-12th grades

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Alison

Email abrown@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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Dec 14 2022 | 3:30 pm

IHS Kid’s Theatre Camp

Location IHS Auditorium

Age Range 3rd, 4th, & 5th graders

Cost $30

Organization Indianola High School Theatre Department

Contact Wendy Arch

Email wendy.arch@indianola.k12.ia.us

Phone (515) 961-9510

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Dec 19 2022 | 3:30 pm

I Survived! Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St

Age Range 3rd-5th grades

Cost FREE!

Organization Indianola Public Library

Contact Janis

Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9418

Information Could you survive a shark attack? How about a volcano? Games, activities, and snacks based on the "I Survived" series.

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Dec 26 2022 | 7:00 am

Winter Overnight Program

Location CAMP HANTESA 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036

Age Range Students aged 6 - 15.

Cost $575

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Drew Demery

Email drew@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 432-1417

Information Experience overnight camp in a brand new way! Join us for a week of winter fun as we explore some of our favorite winter games and activities during the day and take field trips for laser tag, bowling, and much more in the evenings!

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Dec 27 2022 (all day)

Blast Dance Workshop

Location Robert Thomas Dancenters, Ames

Age Range All students PK-12th grade

Cost $65, $40

Organization Dancenter Dancer Company Foundation

Contact Molly Neal-Wong

Email ddblastinfo@gmail.com

Phone (515) 451-4852

Information 10th annual Blast Dance Workshop will be hosted by the Dancenter Dancer Company Foundation. Workshop classes in various styles will be taught by Dancenter Dancer Company alumni. We look forward to a day of fun, learning, and celebration of dance. Registration: BLAST1.webnode.com

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Dec 31 2022 (all day)

Iowa Youth Fishing League 2022 Season Registration

Location statewide

Age Range all students 7-18

Cost see flyer

Organization Iowa Youth Fishing League

Contact Emily Lewis

Email info@iyfl.org

Phone (515) 468-2025

Information The Iowa Youth Fishing League is a nonprofit organization created with the mission of serving Iowa youth anglers and families interested in pursuing their passion for fishing, tournament angling, and conservation efforts.

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Dec 31 2022 (all day)

Boys Scouts Flier

Organization Boy Scouts of America

Contact Michelle Schaper

Email Michelle.Schaper@scouting.org

Phone (515) 802-8475

Jan 2 2023 (all day)

Youth Strength Training

Location Indianola YMCA

Age Range Kids 8-11 years

Cost $80

Organization Indianola YMCA

Contact Rebecca Verwers

Email rebecca.verwers@dmymca.org

Phone (515) 777-7746

Information Youth strength training is a program designed to educate and train kids to lift with proper form, build confidence and reduce the risk of sport related injuries. All kids are welcome, regardless of athletic abilities.

Jan 2 2023 (all day)

High School Strength & Conditioning

Location Indianola YMCA

Age Range High school kids ages 14-18 years

Cost $80

Organization Indianola YMCA

Contact Rebecca Verwers

Email rebecca.verwers@dmymca.org

Phone (515) 777-7746

Information The program is designed with the high school teenager in mind. Focus will be on gym safety, increase strength and build confidence in the weight room. Strength training is for all youth of all abilities not just for the athlete.

Jan 3 2023 (all day)

Junior Lifeguard Camps

Location Indianola YMCA, 306 East Scenic Valley Drive

Age Range 11-15 year olds

Cost varies depending on age

Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation

Contact Afton Bradley

Email abradley@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9420

Information Offered by Indianola Parks & Recreation and the Indianola YMCA, these camps offer the chance to find out what it would be like to work as a lifeguard. Must be able to swim 25 yards (1 full lap) without stopping, and tread water for 1 minute. To register, call (515) 961-9420. See flyer for details!

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Jan 14 2023 (all day)

Super Hooper

Location Indianola YMCA

Age Range Kids ages 6-12 years

Cost $75

Organization Indianola YMCA

Contact Rebecca Verwers

Email rebecca.verwers@dmymca.org

Phone (515) 777-7746

Information Instructional basketball program that teaches kids the fundamentals of the game such as dribbling, shooting and passing.

Jan 15 2023 | 2:00 pm

Manga Drawing Class for Teens

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA

Age Range Teens 13-18

Cost $35.00

Organization Hoyt Sherman Place

Contact Janet Mootz

Email mootz@hoytsherman.org

Phone (515) 452-0610

Information Carissa will teach you all about the joys of making your favorite character come to life. Join us as you learn how to draw like a manga artist.

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Jan 15 2023 | 2:00 pm

Anime Drawing for Kids!

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA

Age Range Kids ages 8-12

Cost $35.00

Organization Hoyt Sherman Place

Contact Janet Mootz

Email mootz@hoytsherman.org

Phone (515) 452-0610

Information Justin Young will help you create cool anime characters in this hands on drawing class. 2 hours.

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Jan 31 2023 (all day)

Y Camp – YMCA Summer Camps

Location Boone, IA

Age Range K-12

Cost Varies per Program

Organization Y Camp - YMCA of Greater Des Moines

Contact Sean Gundersen

Email ycamp@dmymca.org

Phone (515) 432-7558

Information Now is the perfect time to secure your spot for an amazing summer experience in the Valley. For only your deposit ($50 per week), you can guarantee your child's space at camp this summer. Pay all of your balance upfront, or make smaller payments up to the start of camp. Visit our QR code to options!

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Feb 2 2023 | 9:30 am

Telehealth Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Children with Special Health and Behavioral Needs

Location Virtual via Zoom

Age Range Family caregivers of children with special health and behavioral needs

Cost $40 - Financial scholarships available upon request

Organization Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Contact Malisa Rader

Email mrader@iastate.edu

Phone (515) 708-0622

Information Are you a caregiver of a child with special health and behavioral needs looking for some educational tools to help you in your caregiving role? PTC is designed to provide you with the tools to take care of yourself while caring for any age child with special health or behavioral needs.

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Feb 3 2023 | 4:30 pm

Outrageous Overnights

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036

Age Range Middle school students.

Cost $115

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Drew Demery

Email drew@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 432-1417

Information Outrageous Overnight Camps offers new experiences and challenges for older campers by making the most of their weekend with exciting activities and action-packed days. Possible activities include climbing, hiking, completing ropes courses, and performing team-building activities.

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Feb 14 2023 | 4:30 pm

Parents Night Out

Location Camp Fire Service Center 5615 Hickman Road Des Moines, IA 50310

Age Range Students aged 5 - 12.

Cost $35

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Lauren Slinker

Email lauren@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 274-1501

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Feb 17 2023 (all day)

Parks & Recreation Youth Coed Basketball Leagues

Age Range 3rd - 6th grade boys and girls

Cost $67 nonresidents, $62 Indianola residents (inside city limits)

Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation

Contact Brandon DeCook

Email bdecook@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (515) 961-9420

Information Parks & Recreation youth basketball leagues are a six week program with two weeks of practices and four weeks of games that are played on weeknights in Indianola (no travel!). Our low fee includes a team t-shirt.

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Mar 15 2023 | 7:00 am

Spring Mini Overnight Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036

Age Range Students aged 6 - 12.

Cost $300

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Drew Demery

Email drew@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 432-1417

Information Join us for a mini week session that is sure to entertain! This action-packed mini week will include some of our favorite camp games and activities. This session is perfect for both veteran campers and campers ready to try overnight camp for the first time.

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Mar 31 2023 | 5:30 pm

Spring Teen Retreat

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036

Age Range Middle School and High School students.

Cost $125

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Drew Demery

Email drew@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 432-1417

Information Join us at Camp Hantesa for a weekend of service, fun, and catching up with camp friends. Enjoy the beautiful spring air at Hantesa while we hike, climb at the high ropes course, and stargaze!

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Apr 2 2023 | 2:00 pm

Grant Wood Inspired Landscapes – Collage

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA

Age Range Kids ages 8-12 years old

Cost $35.00

Organization Hoyt Sherman Place

Contact Janet Mootz

Email mootz@hoytsherman.org

Phone (515) 452-0610

Information Betty will help kids explore the fun technique of collage. You are welcome to bring your own photos, textiles, string...that you would like to incorporate into your design along with the materials we will provide.

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Apr 14 2023 | 4:30 pm

Outrageous Overnight

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036

Age Range Middle school students.

Cost $115

Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa

Contact Drew Demery

Email drew@campfireiowa.org

Phone (515) 432-1417

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May 14 2023 (all day)

Heartland Youth Choir – Open Rehearsals

Location Windsor Heights Lutheran Church

Age Range We have choirs for singers PreK through 12th Grade

Cost The price ranges, there are scholarships available.

Organization Heartland Youth Choir

Contact Kelli Stoermer

Email office@joinhyc.org

Phone (515) 221-3922

Information Heartland Youth Choir is holding Open Rehearsals for singers in Grades Pre-K-12. This is a great opportunity for students who are interested in exploring their love of music beyond the school setting. Please see the attached flyer for dates and times!

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Jun 1 2023 (all day)

2023 Aquatic Center Season Passes on Sale

Location 2204 W. 2nd Avenue

Age Range All ages

Cost varies

Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation

Contact Indianola Parks & Recreation

Email parkrec@indianolaiowa.gov

Phone (516) 961-9420

Information 2023 Season passes to Indianola Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center are on sale now with a 20% savings thru April 24, 2023. Passes may be purchased by calling Indianola Parks & Recreation at 515 961-9420 or visiting the office at 2204 W. 2nd Avenue. Passes are not sold online. See flyer for pricing.

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Dec 29 2023 (all day)

Traditional Taekwondo for Children and Adults

Location 107 West Salem Avenue, Indianola, IA

Age Range Ages 6 through Adult

Cost $30 per month for the first family member

Organization Two Rivers Martial Arts

Contact Roger Netsch

Email indianola@tworiversmartialarts.com

Phone (515) 249-1947

Information Traditional taekwondo classes for ages 6 through adult taught in a family friendly atmosphere. Students can start anytime. Beginner classes offered Monday and Thursday at 6pm.

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Teen Hangout: Geek Week Edition! at Indianola Public Library

Teen Hangout: Geek Week Edition! at Indianola Public Library

School Day Off Camp

Parent’s Night Out Camp

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

Escape the Villains: a Disney Villain Escape Room at Indianola Public Library

IHS Kid’s Theatre Camp

Pokemon Club at Indianola Public Library

IHS Kid’s Theatre Camp

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

IHS Kid’s Theatre Camp

I Survived! Club at Indianola Public Library

Winter Overnight Program

Blast Dance Workshop

Iowa Youth Fishing League 2022 Season Registration

Boys Scouts Flier

Youth Strength Training

High School Strength & Conditioning

Junior Lifeguard Camps

Super Hooper

Manga Drawing Class for Teens

Anime Drawing for Kids!

Y Camp – YMCA Summer Camps

Telehealth Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Children with Special Health and Behavioral Needs

Outrageous Overnights

Parents Night Out

Parks & Recreation Youth Coed Basketball Leagues

Spring Mini Overnight Camp

Spring Teen Retreat

Grant Wood Inspired Landscapes – Collage

Outrageous Overnight

Heartland Youth Choir – Open Rehearsals

2023 Aquatic Center Season Passes on Sale

Traditional Taekwondo for Children and Adults