On first Mondays of each month, Books & Beverages will be meeting from 6 – 7 PM across the street at our favorite bar, London Underground, with co-owner Ellyn and bookseller Bailey to keep you company. This book club does not require that you read a particular book; in fact, even if you wanted to, […]
Learn a new skill while creating a new piece of art for your home or a gift for a friend! Owner of Handful of Made, Karlie Hunter, will walk you through embroidering this floral-designed hoop. You will learn a few basic stitches, embroidery tips and tricks, and go home with your own hand-embroidered spring floral […]
Join historian Kevin Mason for an immersive journey along the 1835 First U.S. Dragoon Expedition route in Iowa. Drawing from his new book, Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa, Mason uncovers how the state’s prairies and wetlands evolved into the farms, towns, and highways we know today. Blending environmental history, indigenous perspectives, and the spirit […]
Summer’s just starting, so come and join us for a Boozy Book Fair at Alluvial Brewing and stock up on all your reading (and craft beer) needs! On Friday, June 5 from 6-9 PM, we will have live music from Ben Schrag, a food truck vendor for dinner, a DIY annotation bar, merchandise, and LOTS […]
Begin with a relaxing sensory stroll through the Herb Garden, where you’ll smell, touch, and learn about plants with medicinal and holistic uses. Then head indoors as Jenny from Life Distilled guides you through the science of essential oils and helps you craft your own custom essential oil roller using botanicals from the Gardens. You’ll […]
We hosting our annual Pride event! Pick up a game board at Heroic Hair starting at 10AM and then visit the participating businesses to be entered to win a gift basket full of items from participating businesses.
Join our Choral Skills Group for the chance to grow your skills as a singer with a tight-knit community of other local musicians! No matter your skill level or prior experience, everyone is welcome to add their voice to our choral group. Together, we learn and review proper singing techniques and apply those skills to […]
We’re bringing together over 40 talented, local handmade and artisan vendors! Shop one of a kind art, ceramics, textiles, fresh flowers, jewelry, artisanal food and so much more. Free admission, family-friendly. Live music by Foxpin & Wil Hatchet. Free market bags for the first 100 shoppers. Support local non profits onsite. Celebrate summer with creativity […]
The annual Art Walk is a great event that showcases downtown businesses as well as community artists. Discover the artwork of dozens artists including painters, jewelry makers, photographers, woodworkers, potters, sculptors, musicians, and much more.