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Digital Backpack

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If you’re looking for Indianola school and community events and information, then you’ve come to the right place! To cut down on paper usage and the volume of materials sent home with students each week, non-profit organizations are asked to submit their events, announcements, and flyers to our digital backpack. In accordance with board policy, here you will find information from school sponsored, affiliated, and supported organizations; non-profit community organizations, programs, camps; and more.

 

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Nov 21 2024 (all day)

Hoyt Sherman Place Fall Classes

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range Preschool, Middle School, High School, Adults
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Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Emily Roeder
Email education@hoytsherman.org
Phone (515) 451-0610
Information Open Studio: November 2nd 10:00AM-12:00PM 16+ Meditative Artmaking: November 2nd 1:00-3:00PM 16+ Kindermusik: November 5th 10:00-10:45AM 3-6 Make Your Own Dances (Teens): November 17th 1:00-3:00PM 13+ Black & White Mixed Media: November 21st 5:00-7:00 13+
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Nov 21 2024 | 6:00 pm

Family Glow 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 It’s Bingo for the whole family, with a twist – we’ll be playing in the dark! Pizza and prizes provided. Registration required due to space and for a pizza count.
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Nov 22 2024 (all day)

Parks & Recreation Youth Basketball Leagues

Location varies
Age Range Boys and girls in grades K-6
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Cost varies
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Brandon DeCook
Email bdecook@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Parks and Recreation basketball leagues have a spot for everyone—whether you've been playing for awhile or just starting out. Games & practices held in Indianola beginning in early January. K-2 play on Saturday mornings, while 3rd-6th grades meet weekday evenings. No travel!
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Nov 22 2024 (all day)

Indianola Parks & Recreation Basketball Leagues

Age Range Players in K-6th grade
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Cost Varies
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Brandon DeCook
Email bdecook@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Practices and games are held in town, with K-2 leagues played Saturday mornings and 3-6th grades on week nights at Wilder Elementary. Whether you're just starting out or have played for awhile, there is a place on a team for everyone.
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Nov 25 2024 | 6:00 pm

Family Lego at Indianola Public Librarry

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Join us for a family night with Legos! There will be a story and story-based challenges to inspire your creativity.
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Nov 27 2024 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout 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) 961-9491
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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Nov 30 2024 (all day)

Indianola yard sign and jewelry fundraiser

Location NA
Age Range Indianola community
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Cost NA
Organization Class of 2026 Parent Committee
Contact Anita Meacham
Email dna1023@gmail.com
Phone (515) 480-2509
Information Help us raise money for Post Prom! The Indianola junior class parents are raising money to pay for a fun and save post prom event. We are offering Indianola themed earrings and metal yard signs in this fundraiser.
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Nov 30 2024 (all day)

Fundraiser for Post Prom

Age Range All parents
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Organization IHS Post Prom Committee
Contact Christa Marchant
Email cwmarchant@msn.com
Phone (515) 577-2372
Information IHS POST PROM FUNDRAISER The Post Prom Committee is selling Indianola earrings and metal signs! All orders are due by November 30, 2024. Submit order and payment via Venmo, noting item #(s) and color (if applicable). Venmo: IHS Post Prom @IHSClassof26 If you prefer to order and pay via cash or ch
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Dec 2 2024 | 3:30 pm

Lego Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build all the stuff! Accept Kelsey's challenge, or build whatever you want.
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Dec 3 2024 | 4:00 pm

Teen Art Club 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 Join Kelsey at the library for an open art studio, where various mediums and surfaces will be available to create your next masterpiece. Sketchbooks and materials will be provided. Beginner or expert, everyone is welcome. You can bring your sketchbook and supplies.
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Dec 4 2024 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout 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.
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Dec 6 2024 | 5:30 pm

Storytime Nostalgia 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 Go back in time with Kelsey and discover your inner childhood. There will be Storytime, crafts, and snacks!
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Dec 7 2024 | 9:00 am

Kids Go STEM

Location Medical Education and Research Facility 375 Newton Rd.
Age Range middle school students
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Cost Free
Organization University of Iowa Health Care STEM Education
Contact University of Iowa Health Care STEM Education
Email STEM-education@uiowa.edu
Information Students in grades 6 through 8 | Join medical and health sciences students and professionals from the University of Iowa for fun hands-on medical simulations, experiments, and more to explore careers in STEM and health care
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Dec 9 2024 | 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Gotta Catch 'Em All! 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. For kids who have finished 3rd through 5th grades.
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Dec 12 2024 | 6:00 pm

Chess Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-12th grade
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information For kids in 3rd-12th grades Learn to play or hone your skills. Puzzles, game notation challenges, and plenty of game play! For all skill levels.
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Dec 23 2024 | 6:00 pm

Family Lego 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 Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Join us for a family night with Legos! There will be a story and story-based challenges to inspire your creativity.
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Dec 31 2024 (all day)

Partner as a Local Coordinator

Location Training will take place in Des Moines, Iowa
Age Range Parents and School Staff
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Organization World Link Inc
Contact Karen King-Fitzgerald
Email karen@worldlinkinc.org
Phone (515) 491-1551
Information Partner with World Link to place foreign exchange students at your local high school. Earn $5,700 for placing three students and promote global connections in your community!
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Jun 15 2025 (all day)

Y Camp Summer 2025

Location 1192 166th Drive Boone IA 50036
Age Range Ages 7-17
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Cost Varies by program
Organization Des Moines Y Camp
Contact Melanie Mellinger
Email melanie.mellinger@dmymca.org
Phone (515) 432-7558
Information Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Family Camp and our amazing Partner Camps all work to bring the impact and value of camp to all who enter the Valley. If you’re looking for the ultimate camp experience, Summer Camp is the place to start. Find your next adventure at the Des Moines Y Camp!
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Jun 15 2025 (all day)

Y Camp Summer 2025

Location 1192 166th Drive Boone IA 50036
Age Range Ages 7-17
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Cost Varies by program
Organization Des Moines Y Camp
Contact Melanie Mellinger
Email melanie.mellinger@dmymca.org
Phone (515) 432-7558
Information Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Family Camp and our amazing Partner Camps all work to bring the impact and value of camp to all who enter the Valley. If you’re looking for the ultimate camp experience, Summer Camp is the place to start. Find your next adventure at the Des Moines Y Camp!
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Dec 23 2024 | 6:00 pm

Family Lego at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range Families
View More View More
Cost FREE
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Join us for a family night with Legos! There will be a story and story-based challenges to inspire your creativity.
View Flyer View Website
Dec 12 2024 | 6:00 pm

Chess Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-12th grade
View More View More
Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information For kids in 3rd-12th grades Learn to play or hone your skills. Puzzles, game notation challenges, and plenty of game play! For all skill levels.
View Flyer View Website
Dec 9 2024 | 3:30 pm

Pokemon Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5th grades
View More View More
Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Gotta Catch 'Em All! 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. For kids who have finished 3rd through 5th grades.
View Flyer View Website
Dec 6 2024 | 5:30 pm

Storytime Nostalgia at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
View More View More
Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Go back in time with Kelsey and discover your inner childhood. There will be Storytime, crafts, and snacks!
View Flyer View Website
Dec 4 2024 | 2:30 pm

Teen Hangout at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
View More View More
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.
View Flyer View Website
Dec 3 2024 | 4:00 pm

Teen Art Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 6th-12th grades
View More View More
Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Join Kelsey at the library for an open art studio, where various mediums and surfaces will be available to create your next masterpiece. Sketchbooks and materials will be provided. Beginner or expert, everyone is welcome. You can bring your sketchbook and supplies.
View Flyer View Website
Dec 2 2024 | 3:30 pm

Lego Club at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library, 207 North B St
Age Range 3rd-5th grades
View More View More
Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Kelsey
Email kmcfarland@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Build all the stuff! Accept Kelsey's challenge, or build whatever you want.
View Flyer View Website
Nov 30 2024 (all day)

Indianola yard sign and jewelry fundraiser

Location NA
Age Range Indianola community
View More View More
Cost NA
Organization Class of 2026 Parent Committee
Contact Anita Meacham
Email dna1023@gmail.com
Phone (515) 480-2509
Information Help us raise money for Post Prom! The Indianola junior class parents are raising money to pay for a fun and save post prom event. We are offering Indianola themed earrings and metal yard signs in this fundraiser.
View Flyer
Nov 30 2024 (all day)

Fundraiser for Post Prom

Age Range All parents
View More View More
Organization IHS Post Prom Committee
Contact Christa Marchant
Email cwmarchant@msn.com
Phone (515) 577-2372
Information IHS POST PROM FUNDRAISER The Post Prom Committee is selling Indianola earrings and metal signs! All orders are due by November 30, 2024. Submit order and payment via Venmo, noting item #(s) and color (if applicable). Venmo: IHS Post Prom @IHSClassof26 If you prefer to order and pay via cash or ch
View Flyer
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