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Fairfield, Iowa

Iowa Leadership Exchange 2025

Grow Local Leaders. Strengthen Communities.
Join us in Indianola October 28–29 for the annual Iowa Leadership Exchange — a statewide gathering designed to elevate leadership development in Iowa communities.

Whether you lead an established program, are launching a new initiative or simply want to help cultivate future leaders, this event is for you.

What you’ll gain:

• Strategies to strengthen existing leadership programs
• Connections with a statewide network of peers
• Tools to grow and empower local leaders

Check out the full agenda and speakers!

Register by October 21st

Public Health Wellness Support

Date & Time: Every 4th Tuesday from 10-11am 
Location: Library Center Desk 
Audience: Adults 
Cost: Free; no appointment needed

Drop in for a friendly, monthly wellness check with Public Health Nurse Deb Buch. Deb offers free blood pressure screenings and practical guidance on everyday wellness—from healthy habits and stress management to knowing when to follow up with your provider.

What to expect

• Quick blood pressure test
• Brief, personalized wellness tips
• Referrals to community resources as needed

Good to know

• Open to all ages; minors should be accompanied by a guardian.
• This service is informational and not a substitute for medical care.
• If you feel unwell, please consult your healthcare provider or call 911 for emergencies.

Songs and Stories with Sara

Join Childrens Librarian Sara Martindale for stories, songs, and rhymes! This Storytime is aimed at children ages 0-3 with a caregiver, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun!

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the Library at the front desk number listed below.

For all other questions, contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, Ext. 1.

Unlock the Power of AI Workshop

Shut Up & Write

Shut Up and Write is a chance for writers to sit quietly together and work on their writing projects. 

All writers and all experience levels are welcome, and dont worry, no one will see what you've written. This hour is about getting your writing done.

WHAT TO EXPECT

3:30 PM: Quick intros
3:45 PM-4:45 PM: Write for 1 hr.
4:45 PM-5:00 PM: Clean up and Farewells (until next Tuesday!)

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

Bring your paper, pens, or laptop (whatever helps you write best). Headphones are optional but recommended. 

This event is co-sponsored by Fairfield Public Library and the Maharishi International Writing Center.  

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the library at 641-472-6551 Ext. 1.

Boost Flow Yoga Class

This beginner-friendly combination of yoga and mat Pilates will leave you feeling relaxed and renewed. Practicing Yoga can offer a wide range of benefits for your body, mind and overall well-being. Join us for this beginner-friendly class. This class meets weekly on Tuesdays from 5-6 pm in the Advanced Technology Center on the IHCC Main Campus.

Register Here!

Arts and Crafts Night

 Arts & Crafts Night at Noble House 
Unwind and get creative 

Join us every Tuesday from 5–9 PM at Noble House Kava for a cozy evening of crafting, painting, collaging, and all-around creative fun. Bring your own project or dive into one of ours—we’ll have supplies on hand.

 Every Tuesday
 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
 Noble House Kava Bar
115 N Main St., Fairfield, IA

Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just in it for the color penciles, all are welcome 

Sip kava. Make art. Enjoy the night.

Tai Chi

Fairfield Park and Rec's Annual Spook Ride

Buckets N Boards | Family-Style Laughs + Mayhem

Buckets N Boards is a laugh-out-loud comedy percussion show like nothing you’ve ever seen and it’s perfect for the whole family! As seen on America’s Got Talent and a longtime favorite on Disney Cruise Line, this dynamic duo blends brilliant drumming, tap dancing, improvisation, and musical mayhem into one hilarious, high-octane performance.

Whether they’re transforming buckets into drum kits or breaking into absurd songs and spontaneous skits, Matt and Gareth bring big laughs and jaw-dropping rhythm to every stage they hit. Perfect for kids, parents, and anyone who loves comedy with a beat, Buckets N Boards is an interactive, joyful experience that will have everyone clapping along.

Call our Box Office at (641) 472-2787 for discounted group rates and youth tickets!

Wisdom of Happiness

WISDOM OF HAPPINESS shows us a timeless truth: happiness is still possible, even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. This powerful message of hope is delivered as a personal audience with one of the greatest living thinkers, Nobel Peace Prize winner Tenzin Gyatso, known to billions around the world as the Dalai Lama. Speaking as a member of our single global community, he shares practical wisdom for finding peace, compassion, and hope in the midst of chaos. With disarming clarity and deep humanity, he invites us to imagine — and help create — a world where compassion is activated as our strongest force for change, and happiness is within reach for everyone.

2024 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1h 30m

Showtimes:
Sunday, 10/26 | 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM
Monday, 10/27 | 7:00 PM (closed captions are unavailable for this film)
Tuesday, 10/28 | 7:00 PM

Iowa Leadership Exchange 2025

Grow Local Leaders. Strengthen Communities.
Join us in Indianola October 28–29 for the annual Iowa Leadership Exchange — a statewide gathering designed to elevate leadership development in Iowa communities.

Whether you lead an established program, are launching a new initiative or simply want to help cultivate future leaders, this event is for you.

What you’ll gain:

• Strategies to strengthen existing leadership programs
• Connections with a statewide network of peers
• Tools to grow and empower local leaders

Check out the full agenda and speakers!

Register by October 21st

Toddler Connect and Play

Date & Time: Wednesdays 10:15-11:30 AM
Location: FPL Meeting Room

Come to the library to connect and play with your toddlers! Free play time with climbing toys, sensory play, and coloring set up in the meeting room.

USTA Ribbon Cutting | Lawrence and Laurie Eyre Tennis Courts

USTA Ribbon Cutting at Eyre Tennis Courts
MIU Recreation Center
Wednesday, October 29, at 10:30 am

Come join us for the dedication of our newly resurfaced four indoor tennis courts! All local players and fans are welcome and encouraged to come celebrate this partnership and grant support from USTA to provide even more enjoyable indoor tennis! Coach Lawrence Eyre will be receiving the grant and speaking on behalf of Maharishi School.
 

Free Bingo

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg

Date & Time: Every Wednesday from 1-4pm 

Location: Fairfield Public Library Meeting Room

Audience: Adults

Mah Jongg is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Players at FPL play an American variation of the game every week at the library. Stop by and see how the game is played and join the group if you want to learn the game. Teaching instruction for new players will take place in the first 30 minutes each week. The library also offers introductory books for check-out.

If you need special assistance to join this program due to a disability, please contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-451-6551 Ext. 1 or circ@fairfield.lib.ia.us.

Veggie Prep: Volunteer Opportunity

Help prep veggies for this weeks Stone Soup Community Kitchen

Volunteer Shifts

• Wednesdays: 1-3:30PM
• Thursdays: 5-9PM
• Fridays: 5-9PM
• Saturdays: 5-9PM

Anyone over 14 is welcome to volunteer on their own, 10-13 year olds will need a parent present

What to Expect as a Volunteer

• Flexible Roles: Whether you prefer cooking, serving, or cleaning, we have a spot for you
• Inclusive Environment: All ability levels are welcome – no prior experience necessary.
• Community Impact: Help provide nutritious meals to those in need while reducing food waste.
• Learning Opportunity: Gain kitchen skills and connect with diverse community members.

Why Volunteer With Us?

By joining our kitchen, you're not just preparing meals – you're strengthening our community, one plate at a time. Here's how your contribution makes a difference:

• You'll help create delicious, plant-based meals for all, regardless of their ability to pay.
• Your efforts support our mission to reduce food waste by working with local food systems.
• You'll be part of a welcoming space where community members from all walks of life come together.

We need your help! Our kitchen runs best with 6 volunteers per shift, but often we're operating with just our kitchen director and a few helpers. Whether you can volunteer once a month or make it a weekly habit, your time is invaluable to us. Regular volunteers are especially appreciated as they help us maintain consistent operations.

Ready to make a difference? Sign up HERE and become part of our Stone Soup story!

Can't volunteer?  You can still support the cause with your donation.  Donate HERE.  Donations are tax deductible!

Warmachine Wednesday

Wander in for Warmachine Wednesday! We'll have tables set up for miniatures players all day.

Movement Training for Parkinson Disease - APDA

Fairfield Farmers Market - Outdoors

Weekly market with locally grown produce and hand made items.
Outdoor Market:
May-Oct. Sat. 8am-1pm at Howard Park
Wed. 3pm-6pm on the Square

Our Market at a Glance

First organized in 1975, we have become SE Iowa’s most well known farmer’s market. Customers are always pleased, and vendors can’t wait to bring their goods to such a vibrant community of buyers.

The market is intended to provide an opportunity for individuals to sell approved items, which are produced or manufactured by them in their garden, farm or home. Vendors may sell only those products that are approved items and that are grown or made by them.

We are organized as a 501c3 non-profit and manged by a Market Advisory Board. We have expanded to accept vendors from all surounded counties, plus three more counties.

Friendly  Local Merchants

All of our vendors are friendly and helpful.

Feel free to talk with them when you visit our market.

Join us in this happy event every week.

Become a Merchant

Market Storytime

Market Storytime

Date & Time:  Wednesday's at 4:00 PM May - October
Location: Central Park Gazebo
Audience: Children Ages 2-5 with caregiver

Join Youth Librarian Sara Martindale for stories and other fun surprises during the Wednesday afternoon Market Storytime at the Fairfield Farmer's Market on the Square. This Storytime is aimed at children ages 2-5 with a caregiver, but all ages are welcome to join in the fun!

If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event or have questions, please contact the FPL Front Desk at 641-472-6551, Ext. 2.

Momentum: 4-Week Beginner Fitness Class

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝘁?

Our 4-week Momentum class is designed to help you build the habit of consistency, feel confident in the gym, and create lasting change.

Learn proper form.

Build strength and endurance.

Gain momentum that carries into the rest of your year (and the next!).

Starts October 27th

Class options: 4:30–5:30pm or 6–7pm

Spaces are limited — don’t wait to take the first step.

Meet with a coach for a free No-Sweat Intro to see if this might be the right fit for you: https://kilo.gymleadmachine.com/.../impactfitn.../free-intro

Already know you want in? Reserve your spot now: https://go.impactfit.co/momentum

Stagette at the Elks

Bar Opens at 5:30 pm.

Tarot Readings with Richard Morell

Richard Morell will be doing Tarot Readings Every 3rd Wednesday at 6 pm at Noble House Kava. He has been reading for 40 years!

Pricing: $25 for a full Celtic Cross, $15 for a 5-card reading.

Franchisee Workshop (Free)

Franchisee Workshop (Free)
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 • 6:00 PM
Location: SIEDA Community Action, 725 W 2nd St, Ottumwa, IA
Hosted by: Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress (GOPIP) in partnership with Main Street Ottumwa
Guest Speaker: Jerry Akers

Thinking about owning a business through franchising? Join this free, info-packed workshop to learn the basics, ask questions, and connect with local resources and potential investors.
RSVP: Cyan Bossou — cyan@ottumwaiowa.com
Questions: Marc Roe (marc@ottumwaiowa.com) or Cyan Bossou (cyan@ottumwaiowa.com)

Momentum: 4-Week Beginner Fitness Class

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝘁?

Our 4-week Momentum class is designed to help you build the habit of consistency, feel confident in the gym, and create lasting change.

Learn proper form.

Build strength and endurance.

Gain momentum that carries into the rest of your year (and the next!).

Starts October 27th

Class options: 4:30–5:30pm or 6–7pm

Spaces are limited — don’t wait to take the first step.

Meet with a coach for a free No-Sweat Intro to see if this might be the right fit for you: https://kilo.gymleadmachine.com/.../impactfitn.../free-intro

Already know you want in? Reserve your spot now: https://go.impactfit.co/momentum