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SEISO to Present Halloween Kids Symphony Sunday
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra is hosting a Kids Symphony with a Halloween theme this Sunday. Kids and parents can wear their Halloween costumes to the concert and take time to meet the performers and their instruments. There will be a costume photo booth, snacks and prizes. The concert will feature music from John Williams. Performing Arts Series Board President Millie Youngquist shares more on the event, “We’re excited because they are coming to Washington, to give a kids concert. Now this is a shorter concert with music from movies, Superman, ET, [and] Star Wars. And Bob Mcconnell is the conductor and he is a Washington, Iowa, native.”
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Six New London Students Selected for Monmouth College Honor Band
The New London High School Performing Arts Department is celebrating the achievements of six talented musicians who have been selected to perform with the Monmouth College Honor Band. Representing a range of instruments and musical skill, the honored students include:. Zoe Long – Flute. Sophia May – Clarinet.
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Vintage Cruisers/Wapello County Car Guys Appreciation Car Show
On Saturday, September 27, the Vintage Car Cruiser Club and the Wapello Car Guys hosted a car show in celebration of Veteran’s Appreciation Day. The event took place at the VA Clinic in Ottumwa, where car enthusiasts gathered to showcase their vintage vehicles. The show was a tremendous success,...
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World FairField International Festival Returns November 16
Celebrate Fairfield’s remarkably diverse community with the return of the World FairField International Festival on Sunday, November 16, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., at the MIU Field House. The event is cosponsored by Maharishi International University, which has students from over 70 countries, and Maharishi School, with students from more than 30 countries. Families are welcome to attend, and admission is free.
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Broadway Players Bring “Enter the Body” to the Fairfield High School Stage This Halloween Weekend
The Fairfield High School Broadway Players will present Enter the Body this Halloween weekend — a bold and imaginative reimagining of Shakespeare’s most famous female characters. Adapted by Joy McCullough from her young adult novel of the same name, the production explores themes of fate, agency, and how women’s stories are told.
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Kidsymphony: A John Williams Halloween Southeast Iowa Symphony Brings Movie Magic to Families Across Five Communities
The Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra is thrilled to announce Kidsymphony: A John Williams Halloween, a celebration of music, imagination, and family fun happening November 1-2, 2025. This special weekend features five concerts across Southeast Iowa showcasing the beloved film scores of Star Wars, Superman, E.T., and Jurassic Park in an engaging 45-minute performance perfect for music lovers of all ages.
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The Small Works Show: International Artists Fill Pop-Up Space in Fairfield
After a 15-year hibernation, the International Small Works Show returns to Fairfield, renewed in purpose and rich in global perspective. This year’s collection, curated once again by Anastasia “Stacey” Kitakis, emphasizes the cultural richness that emerges when creativity bridges continents. Opening Saturday, November 1, in a pop-up gallery inside the Central Park Furnishings space on the west side of the square, the show runs through February 8.
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Contemporary American Folk Art by Joseph Boxerman at Freeform Gallery Nov. 1–22
From transformation to transcendence, folk art creates joy and beauty by endowing everyday objects, often mass produced, with uniqueness and individuality. This month, Freeform Gallery highlights the work of Fairfield folk artist Joseph Boxerman in an exhibition entitled Whimsy, Wit and Wonder: An Exhibition in Honor of My Art Professor Jim Melchert, opening on November 1.
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Eight Fairfield Vocalists Qualify for All-State Chorus
Eight Fairfield High School chorus students earned positions in the 2025 Iowa All-State Chorus following auditions held Saturday at Iowa City West High School, demonstrating the strength of the Trojan vocal music program. All-State Qualifiers. Tara Carter secured a spot in Alto 1, while Nicole Hunger qualified for Alto 2....
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Ottumwa Park Campground to Remain Open until November 16
Due to warmer than normal temperatures, the Ottumwa Park Campground will remain open through Sunday, November 16, 2025. Campers are reminded that water services to the campground may be turned off during the extended camping season as part of campground winterization efforts. Those planning to stay are encouraged to check with the Campground Attendant for the most up-to-date information regarding water availability and other seasonal conditions.
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Central Lee to Honor Beloved Music Educator Marilyn Young with Posthumous Hall of Fame Induction
The Central Lee Community School District has announced that longtime educator and musician Marilyn Young will be posthumously inducted into the 2025 Central Lee Fine Arts Hall of Fame. A cherished figure in the Donnellson, Argyle, and Montrose communities, Young devoted 38 years to teaching music and inspiring generations of...
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Iowa’s Pork Tenderloin Capital Isn’t Where You Think It Is
Most folks in Iowa think the best pork tenderloin comes from big cities like Des Moines or Iowa City, but the real prize sits in Prairie City, just east of the capital. This small town turned into a must-stop thanks to Goldie’s Ice Cream & Eatery, a spot that draws crowds for its massive breaded tenderloin and old-school charm.
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‘Eureka Day’ explores relevant topics through comedy
Chaos, comedy, and consensus abound on the set of “Eureka Day,” which opened at Riverside Theatre on Oct. 24, and runs through Nov. 9. Written in 2018 by Jonathan Spector, “Eureka Day” centers around the fictional private elementary school of the same name. After a mumps outbreak, the school’s PTA must figure out how to deal with the situation. However, the PTA does not vote on issues; it participates in collective decision-making.
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Ottumwa Public Library hosts annual Halloween Escape Rooms over the weekend
Ottumwa, Iowa — We're days away from Halloween, but the Ottumwa Public Library kicked off the fun early with its Annual Halloween Escape Rooms event on Oct. 25. This year’s theme was “Carnegie Quest.” Participants were given envelopes at the front door and instructed to start their journeys in a cozy corner; after that, they made their way through an array of puzzles scattered throughout the library. Patrons who completed the quest say it was a fun opportunity to get out with the family—especially those with older children.
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Art Club to Host Exhibit
The Ottumwa Art Club will host an exhibit to celebrate their 120th anniversary in the Indian Hills Community College art gallery from March 4 through April 1. The club was founded in 1906 for Ottumwa women interested in learning about art. The last club exhibit was held to celebrate the 50th anniversary in 1956.
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Fairfield Dance Team Soloists Earn Top Ratings at State Contest
The Fairfield High School dance and drill team showcased its talent at the Iowa State Dance Solo Contest on Thursday, October 23rd, with all six Trojan soloists earning Division I ratings in a competitive field. Lexi Megrath, Hannah Giberson, Sarayu Tejada, Addison Qualters, Teagan Gilchrist, and Leigh Ensminger represented Fairfield...
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Hy-Vee to Host Kids Club Halloween Scavenger Hunt and Trick or Treating on Saturday
Little ghouls and goblins will soon be roaming the aisles of your local Hy-Vee, but there’s no need to be frightened. The newly launched Hy-Vee Kids Club is hosting its first event, a Halloween trick or treat scavenger hunt. Members of the Hy-Vee Kids Club are invited to put...