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Trick or Treat Around the Square
Trick or Treat Around the Square
Come to Downtown Washington with your little monsters on Halloween for Trick or Treat Around the Square!!!! Main Street Washington & our downtown businesses are SO excited to bring this back to the community and they can't wait to see all the costumes so be sure to come dressed up! Downtown businesses will be set…
Terror in Slaughter County
Terror in Slaughter County
Unlock the terror! Join us Oct 27, 28, & 31 for a frightfully fun night. $5 + 1 canned food donation. Are you brave enough? � Welcome to Terror In Slaughter County! � � Skip the Wait with Pre-Ordered Tickets! Get straight to the scares by pre-ordering your tickets now. With your pre-ordered ticket in…
3 events,
FREE Screening of My Ascension
FREE Screening of My Ascension
Free Screening of My Ascension: a documentary film to spread hope and fight suicide Wednesday, November 1st 5:00pm: Free food! Free t-shirts for first 100! Meet local mental health providers 6:00pm: Screening of My Ascension Washington High School Auditorium 1111 S. Ave B, Washington, Iowa A series of miracles saved Emma Benoit's life, but the…
Social Media for Business
Social Media for Business
ATTENTION ALL BUSINESSES WHO WANT TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO CONNECT! Social media is the go-to platform for social interactions, research, news, brand development, marketing, entertainment and so much more. Learn how your business can better understand customer behavior, increase market reach and resources, and convert site visitors into buyers. This class will explore social…
2 events,
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class
The Washington County Extension office is offering a FREE 6-session weekly class designed to provide you - the caregiver - with skills to take care of yourself! Help reduce your stress, learn how to solve problems, and communicate confidently when faced with tough decisions. To register, visit: www.registration.extension.iastate.edu
2 events,
Sticks & Strings
Sticks & Strings
Join us with your knitting, crochet, sewing, etc. for a relaxing hour with your fiber arts friends.
4 events,
Open Rabbit & Cavy Show
This is a NATIONALLY SANCTIONED rabbit/cavy show on the Washington County Fairgrounds November 4. It is hosted by the local 4-H club Go Getters. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required so read those details closely on the flyer. This all day event will include raffle, show, food stand and more!
48th Annual Sacha Club Craft Show
48th Annual Sacha Club Craft Show
Lunch available. Vendors call Brenda at 319-461-1637 for table space.
Author Fest 2023
Author Fest 2023
Join us for Author Fest 2023. We are hosting five diverse Iowa authors including our headliner, Beth M. Howard. Beth is known as the “pie lady” who lived for five years in the American Gothic house in Eldon, Iowa where she ran the Pitchfork Pie Stand. She is an author, a world traveler and adventurer,…
2 events,
Emotions as Tools Class
Emotions as Tools Class
4-week class held on Sunday that helps with emotional skill-building for boys and girls from 3rd-8th grade. $150 to join. To join, contact Sandi Ropp at 319-461-7391. House of Healing: 315 S Iowa Ave.
2 events,
HOSPICE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY NEW GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
HOSPICE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY NEW GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
DATES: NOVEMBER 6TH, 13TH, 20TH & 27TH & DECEMBER 4TH & 11TH TIME: 2:00—3:30 PM PLACE: HOSPICE OFFICE (948 E. 11TH ST., WASHINGTON)
3 events,
Microsoft Office Basics
Microsoft Office Basics
Whether you work for a large or small business or are thinking about getting back out into the work force, this class is for you. Microsoft Office is one of the most popular software products in business today, and MS Office skills are in demand in almost any office setting. This software improves organization, efficiency,…
Microsoft Office Basics
Microsoft Office Basics
Whether you work for a large or small business or are thinking about getting back out into the work force, this class is for you. Microsoft Office is one of the most popular software products in business today, and MS Office skills are in demand in almost any office setting. This software improves organization, efficiency,…
1 event,
3 events,
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class
The Washington County Extension office is offering a FREE 6-session weekly class designed to provide you - the caregiver - with skills to take care of yourself! Help reduce your stress, learn how to solve problems, and communicate confidently when faced with tough decisions. To register, visit: www.registration.extension.iastate.edu
Thursday Noon Concert Series
Thursday Noon Concert Series
Just Us Girls will be performing on November 9th at noon at the library. Just Us Girls is a women's singing group that has been performing since 2006. Their performance will include a variety of songs.
2 events,
2nd Annual Fundraiser Banquet/Auction
2nd Annual Fundraiser Banquet/Auction
Tribulation and Trust Ministries 2nd Annual Fundraiser Banquet/Auction Friday November 10th starting at 6pm The Hope Center on the corner of South B Ave & Jefferson St. Washington, IA Tickets: $150 for a table of 8 $100 for a table of 5 $20 for 1 plate Smoked chicken or pork tenderloin, Mashed potatoes with country…
3 events,
Veterans Day
Veterans Day is a United States federal holiday observed annually on November 11, honoring and remembering all those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
Veteran’s Day Discounts in Downtown
Veteran’s Day Discounts in Downtown
To celebrate Veteran's Day, Washington's Downtown Retailers are offering special discounts to Veterans and their spouses on Saturday, November 11th! We thank you for your service! Shop these participating stores: Boho Bailey Boutique Brown's Shoe Fit Central Park Antiques Don's Jewelry & Design Earthly Blessings Emporium Jaz It Up Boutique Lynn & Shelby's home decor…
2 events,
Emotions as Tools Class
Emotions as Tools Class
4-week class held on Sunday that helps with emotional skill-building for boys and girls from 3rd-8th grade. $150 to join. To join, contact Sandi Ropp at 319-461-7391. House of Healing: 315 S Iowa Ave.
1 event,
2 events,
Faith Baptist Alive After 5
Faith Baptist Alive After 5
Join us at the Faith Baptist Alive After 5 event on November 14th from 5-7pm!
1 event,
1 event,
5 events,
Pink Friday
Pink Friday
Shop Local First! Pink Friday is an annual event held each November with one mission: #SUPPORTSMALLFIRST Before black Friday & before the big guys... this is community over competition at its finest! Shop Downtown Washington for gifts, get pink drinks & treats, and have a great time! Support the local businesses that support our community…
Pink Friday
Pink Friday
Nov 17 – Pink Friday – Shop Local First! Support the local businesses that support our community all year long & find the perfect unique gifts before Black Friday! Be on the look for special holiday discount tokens that Main Street Elves will be passing out at random!
Tractor Supply Grand Opening Weekend
Tractor Supply Grand Opening Weekend
Tractor Supply Company Grand Opening Weekend, Nov 17 - 19, Ribbon Cutting at 11am on Nov 17. Big fun and promotions all weekend.
38 Special at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
38 Special at Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
After more than four decades, 38 Special continues to bring their signature blast of Southern Rock to over 100 cities a year. At each and every show, thousands of audience members are amazed by the explosive power of the band's performance. Their many Gold and Platinum album awards stand in testament to the endurance of…
5 events,
Tractor Supply Grand Opening Weekend
Tractor Supply Grand Opening Weekend
Tractor Supply Company Grand Opening Weekend, Nov 17 - 19, Ribbon Cutting at 11am on Nov 17. Big fun and promotions all weekend.
14th Annual Holiday Market & Open House
14th Annual Holiday Market & Open House
Handmade crafts, food, décor and more! Tour featured apartments of Nancy Bernau and Louie & June Evanovich.
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
4 events,
Emotions as Tools Class
Emotions as Tools Class
4-week class held on Sunday that helps with emotional skill-building for boys and girls from 3rd-8th grade. $150 to join. To join, contact Sandi Ropp at 319-461-7391. House of Healing: 315 S Iowa Ave.
Tractor Supply Grand Opening Weekend
Tractor Supply Grand Opening Weekend
Tractor Supply Company Grand Opening Weekend, Nov 17 - 19, Ribbon Cutting at 11am on Nov 17. Big fun and promotions all weekend.
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
1 event,
2 events,
HomeGrown
HomeGrown
HomeGrown welcomes start ups and local small businesses to network, share their stories, request feedback, discuss what works, and exchange tips and referrals for local resources.4:30-5pm Socialize Meet other entrepreneurs from a range of industries: artists, artisans, bakers, growers, tradespeople, digital professionals, consultants, coaches, massage therapists, freelancers, and more. Sound like someone you know? Invite…
1 event,
4 events,
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day is a United States national holiday celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November. The origins of the day are believed to lie in a first harvest celebration held in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621.
60+ Socializing Lunch
60+ Socializing Lunch
Encore Express is serving lunch in Washington from 11:30am to 12:30 pm the second and fourth Thursday of every month. This is a great time for adults 60+ to socialize. The event will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church on East Washington Street in Washington. Suggested donation is $5 per meal. For more information…
3 events,
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
10 events,
Holiday SNOW Events
Jingle Bell Run, Breakfast with Santa, Shop Small Weekend, Santa’s House & Lighted Parade all happening in one day!! You don’t want to miss it!
Jingle Bell 5k/Fun Run
Jingle Bell 5k/Fun Run
Sign up for this fun run around downtown full of Christmas Cheer! Costumes & themed attire welcomed and encouraged! Pre-register today & you’ll receive a t-shirt & jingle bells! Sign up the day of at JP’s 207 starting at 8 am. Race begins at 9 am. Proceeds support the holiday decor around the square &…
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa - Nov 25th, 8-10 am Bring the family to have pancakes & sausage with Santa & Mrs Claus!!! Kids can get their picture with Santa and give him their wish lists Make it a wonderful morning of memory-making! Tickets are $7 adults / $3 children 3 and over. They are available at the…
Wellman Shopping Extravaganza, Craft and Vendor Fair
Wellman Shopping Extravaganza, Craft and Vendor Fair
Get those names checked off your Christmas Shopping list at the Wellman Parkside YMCA Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 25th from 8am - 2pm at the Wellman Parkside YMCA. Enjoy shopping, food, and beverage trucks.
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
The Reason for the Season
The Reason for the Season
"The Reason for the Season: A Few of Our Favorite Things" is a holiday variety show centered around some of our favorite things about the Holidays. You will hear songs about Ugly Christmas Sweaters, Shopping, Snow, Santa, and Family. The show will feature singing, dancing, and so much more performed by local talent! As we…
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
Lighting Ceremony & 28th Annual Lighted Parade
Lighting Ceremony & 28th Annual Lighted Parade
Downtown Lighting Ceremony & Lighted Parade - Nov 25th, ceremony at 6p, parade at 6:30p Join Main Street Washington at the Bandstand at 6 pm on Saturday, November 25th for the Annual Lights of Love Memory Trees ceremony. Following the ceremony at 6:30 pm, the 28th Annual Lighted Holiday Parade kicks off and circles downtown,…
Pat Godwin Live at Lebowskis
Pat Godwin Live at Lebowskis
Get ready for some comedy, singing, and dancing with Pat Godwin at Lebowskis on Saturday, November 25th! Grab your tickets now by texting 319-548-1999 or calling 319-653-2505. Doors open at 7, and the show kicks off at 8. Don't wait until the last minute, though - snag your tickets for $30 in advance or $40…
3 events,
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Puss in Boots 2
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
Santa’s House
Santa’s House
Visit Santa & Mrs Claus at the Washington Public Library! Bring your Christmas wish lists and get a picture & candy cane! Thank you to Washington State Bank for sponsoring this magical tradition in Downtown Washington!
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Charlie Albright Concert
Charlie Albright Concert
Hailed as “among the most gifted musicians of his generation” with a “dazzling natural keyboard affinity” by the Washington Post, American pianist/composer/improviser Charlie Albright has been praised for his “jaw-dropping technique and virtuosity meshed with a distinctive musicality” by The New York Times. Mixing classical with a bit of pops and some improvisation, all tied…
3 events,
Amy McLaughlin Parenting Series
Amy McLaughlin Parenting Series
Amy McLaughlin from The Family Connection will be speaking at the library on children and their development.
2 events,
Junkin Sisters Holiday Shop Hop
Junkin Sisters Holiday Shop Hop
Shop charming shops through Kalona & Washington including the Country Roads Market at the Fairgrounds. Get your maps here.
9 events,
Junkin Sisters Holiday Shop Hop
Junkin Sisters Holiday Shop Hop
Shop charming shops through Kalona & Washington including the Country Roads Market at the Fairgrounds. Get your maps here.
Christmas in Kalona
Christmas in Kalona
Visit Kalona for live nativity, music, walking stockings, kids activites, photos with Santa, lighted golf cart parade, carriage rides, caroling, drinks & treats! See full details here.
Santa & Mrs Paws Photoshoot
Santa & Mrs Paws Photoshoot
please join us and get some holiday photos taken of your pets! dogs, cats and others are all welcome! there will be some goodies provided. dogs and cats must be current on vaccines for rabies and distemper. please be prepared to have full control over your animal as this is a small space and you…
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
Santa’s House
Santa’s House
Visit Santa & Mrs Claus at the Washington Public Library! Bring your Christmas wish lists and get a picture & candy cane! Thank you to Washington State Bank for sponsoring this magical tradition in Downtown Washington!
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
32nd Anniversary Candlelight Tour of Homes
32nd Anniversary Candlelight Tour of Homes
The Washington Tour of Homes highlights a number of beautifully decorated homes for Christmas. We aim to find a variety of homes from newer construction to historical and everything in between. The proceeds from this event fund our holiday lights around the square. This is a weekend event you do not want to miss out…
Brighton Tree Lighting and Cookies with Santa
Brighton Tree Lighting and Cookies with Santa
Tree Lighting in Central Park @ 5:00 p.m. Cookies & Cocoa for Santa in Brighton City Hall @ 6:00 p.m.
3 events,
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
FREE Holiday Merchant Movie: Super Mario Bros
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
32nd Anniversary Candlelight Tour of Homes
32nd Anniversary Candlelight Tour of Homes
The Washington Tour of Homes highlights a number of beautifully decorated homes for Christmas. We aim to find a variety of homes from newer construction to historical and everything in between. The proceeds from this event fund our holiday lights around the square. This is a weekend event you do not want to miss out…