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Fairfield, Iowa

Virtual Coffee Break - Google Business Profile: Your Most Powerful Online Tool

15330 Truman Street
Ottumwa, IA
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February 18, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am

Learn how to make your Google Business Profile bring in more customers and increase foot traffic to your business. This one-hour session will show you how to keep your profile updated, use photos and posts to stand out, and respond to reviews that build trust. You’ll walk away with simple steps to boost your search rankings, gain more leads, and get ahead of competitors who aren’t fully using this tool.

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Contact: Marissa Long
(641) 683-5312
marissa.long@indianhills.edu
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Introduction to Ai

15330 Truman St.
Ottumwa, IA
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February 18, 2026
9:00 am · 10:00 am

Discover the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence! Dive into the core concepts and explore how AI is transforming industries and everyday life. Join us in person or via Zoom. For more information, email Dustin.Sample@indianhills.edu or call 641-683-5213.

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Library Book Sale

104 W. Adams Ave.
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
9:00 am · 6:00 pm

It's book sale time again! Thank you to all who have donated materials to the library for our book sale.

The proceeds from our sale help us fund our regular library programs and hire educators and presenters for special events.  

If you need assistance to attend the sale due to a disability, please contact the front desk at 641-472-6551 ext. 1.

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Toddler Connect and Play

104 W. Adams Avenue
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
10:15 am

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.

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Contact: Fairfield Public Library
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Webinar: Understanding Your Community’s Fiscal Condition: Tools for Smarter Local Decision-Making

February 18, 2026
11:00 am · 12:30 pm

Part of the Local Government Education Series, this webinar introduces a suite of practical, Iowa-specific educational resources and tools developed through the Iowa Government Finance Initiative (IGFI) to help city and county leaders move from data awareness to informed fiscal decision-making. Participants will learn how to:

• Interpret core fiscal condition indicators for Iowa cities and counties
• Assess the impact of state-mandated legislation in Iowa
• Understand General Fund revenue and expenditure patterns and trends
• Use the Dollar Bill Tool to communicate how local dollars are allocated
• Apply the Dollar Bill Planning Tool to support scenario planning and trade-off discussions
• Use IGFI resources to strengthen transparency, community engagement, and fiscal conversations

The webinar will be held February 18, 11:00 am –12:30 pm. 

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Mah Jongg

February 18, 2026
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm

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.

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Veggie Prep: Volunteer Opportunity

200 South Main St
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
1:00 pm · 3:30 pm

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!

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Contact: Cheyanne Holliday
(360) 600-4770
cheyanne@goldenmagnoliasanctuary.org
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Warmachine Wednesday

206 S Main St.
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
2:00 pm · 8:00 pm

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

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Weekly Workout Class with JCHC Therapy

209 S Court St
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
2:45 pm · 3:30 pm

Join an energizing and welcoming workout led by trained therapists from Jefferson County Health Center, who will guide you through safe, fun, and accessible movements designed for all fitness levels. Whether you’re just starting your fitness journey, looking to stay active, or simply want to try something new, this class offers a supportive environment where everyone can feel comfortable and encouraged. Come solo or bring your friends, neighbors, or family members to move, laugh, connect, and feel great together! You’ll leave feeling refreshed, stronger, and more confident in your ability to keep moving toward better health. The class is free to attend, open to the community, and no registration is required—just show up and get moving!

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Business After Hours at Optimae LifeServices

301 W Burlington Ave
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
4:00 pm · 6:00 pm

Join the Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours hosted by Optimae LifeServices on Wednesday from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Optimae Behavioral Health Office, 301 W Burlington Ave., Fairfield.

This open-house style networking event will highlight Optimae’s Community Services, Home Health, and Recovery Center departments, offering attendees the opportunity to learn more about the wide range of services they provide in Jefferson County and the impact they make across our region.

Optimae LifeServices has been a recognized leader in health care and human services since 1987, supporting individuals with mental health needs, visible and invisible disabilities, and other barriers to independence. Each year, their compassionate and innovative programs advocate for and serve more than 5,000 Iowans across more than 50 counties.

Business After Hours is designed to bring our business and nonprofit community together in a relaxed setting to connect, build relationships, and better understand the organizations strengthening our community.

All are welcome. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community impact.

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Rolling Circle TaiChi

1000 W. Burlington
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
4:00 pm

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Isadora Duncan Story Hour

104 W Adams Ave
Fairfield, IA
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February 18, 2026
4:00 pm · 5:00 pm

Lori Belilove & The Isadora Duncan Dance Company, in partnership with Iowa Dance Collective, welcome you to a Duncan dance-themed story hour! Born in California in 1877, Isadora Duncan was considered the “mother of modern dance.” She drew inspiration from the natural word and classical Greek art and sculpture. A celebrated dancer of her day, Isadora is still known for her statement: “You were wild once. Don’t let them tame you.” Did you know that formal academic settings didn’t work for Isadora’s learning style? So, she received most of her education under the guidance of a librarian at her local library! Lori Belilove, Founder and Artistic Director of The Isadora Duncan Dance Company and Foundation, is recognized as “the best, most devoted Duncan dancer in America,” and she received the 2025 Dance Teacher Magazine Award recognizing her contributions to the world of dance education. Funding provided in part by The National Endowment for the Arts and the Iowa Arts Council.

 

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