Washington Chamber of Commerce
Main Street Washington
WEDG
City of Washington
Calendar of Events
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
S Sun
3 events,
Fire & Ice New Year’s Eve Celebration with The Pork Tornadoes & Birdchild
Join the hottest party site in Eastern Iowa with our Fire & Ice New Year's Eve Celebration featuring The Pork Tornadoes and Birdchild. The Pork Tornadoes are a powerful party band that has played all around the Midwest at the best and biggest bars, festivals, corporate events and weddings. Having played more than 600 shows…
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Tech Thursdays
Tech Thursdays
Come see Beth on Thursdays anytime between 10am-noon at the Washington Public Library for help accessing library resources such as Libby and Kanopy. No registration is required as this is a walk-in service. Can't make it at that time? No problem! Library staff are always available to help you during normal Library hours as well.
3 events,
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Ainsworth Community Center Opera House 284 North Railroad Street P.O. Box 35 Ainsworth, Iowa 52201 319-657-3782 A.C.T. Ainsworth Community Together A 501-3C Non-profit Volunteer Organization LINE DANCING FUN ALL AGES INVITED…. Beginning on Fridays during January (weather permitting) JANUARY 5, 2024 10 AM
2 events,
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Harm Reduction Strategies in the Community
Harm Reduction Strategies in the Community
In this FREE training you will learn to: 1. Understand the role of community collaboration in the environmental approach 2. Understand the roles and benefits of collaboration between prevention and harm reduction to prevent opioid-related overdose 3. Identify opportunities for partnership between prevention and harm reduction NO REGISTRATION NEEDED!
3 events,
Washington Fire Annual Pancake Day
Washington Fire Annual Pancake Day
Washington Fire annual pancake day is back! Sausage, eggs & pancakes. Serving: 11am-1pm lunch 5pm-7pm supper Take out available! $10 adult, $8 kids (6-10) 5 and under eat free Tickets available by calling the station, or contacting any fireman!
Washington Fire Annual Pancake Day
Washington Fire Annual Pancake Day
Washington Fire annual pancake day is back! Sausage, eggs & pancakes. Serving: 11am-1pm lunch 5pm-7pm supper Take out available! $10 adult, $8 kids (6-10) 5 and under eat free Tickets available by calling the station, or contacting any fireman!
5 events,
Tech Thursdays
Tech Thursdays
Come see Beth on Thursdays anytime between 10am-noon at the Washington Public Library for help accessing library resources such as Libby and Kanopy. No registration is required as this is a walk-in service. Can't make it at that time? No problem! Library staff are always available to help you during normal Library hours as well.
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…
Elyse Lyle Thursday Noon Concert
Elyse Lyle Thursday Noon Concert
Elyse Lyle will perform at our Thursday noon concert on violin.
2 events,
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Ainsworth Community Center Opera House 284 North Railroad Street P.O. Box 35 Ainsworth, Iowa 52201 319-657-3782 A.C.T. Ainsworth Community Together A 501-3C Non-profit Volunteer Organization LINE DANCING FUN ALL AGES INVITED…. Beginning on Fridays during January (weather permitting) JANUARY 5, 2024 10 AM
3 events,
1 event,
3 events,
Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Program
Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Program
Washington for Justice in conjunction with the Washington Library is sponsoring an hour-long MLK Commemoration on Jan. 15 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The program will include music by Cailee Wenger, Will Hart, and Jaron Rosien. There will be a reading from "Letter from a Birmingham Jail" by Dan Henderson and words of tribute…
ACT Fundraiser MONDAY JANUARY 15 2024
ACT Fundraiser MONDAY JANUARY 15 2024
Volunteers from ACT (Ainsworth Community Together) will be cleaning tables at the Pizza Ranch in Washington, Iowa. The organization will receive all tips and a % of the profits that evening from 5pm - 8 pm. You are invited to come to the Pizza Ranch to support and Local Washington Business and at the same…
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Tech Thursdays
Tech Thursdays
Come see Beth on Thursdays anytime between 10am-noon at the Washington Public Library for help accessing library resources such as Libby and Kanopy. No registration is required as this is a walk-in service. Can't make it at that time? No problem! Library staff are always available to help you during normal Library hours as well.
5 events,
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Ainsworth Community Center Opera House 284 North Railroad Street P.O. Box 35 Ainsworth, Iowa 52201 319-657-3782 A.C.T. Ainsworth Community Together A 501-3C Non-profit Volunteer Organization LINE DANCING FUN ALL AGES INVITED…. Beginning on Fridays during January (weather permitting) JANUARY 5, 2024 10 AM
NEON Dance
NEON Dance
Annual Dance FREE for exceptional people with special needs. Register before Jan 12th at 319-461-8137.
Wellman Community Family Night
Wellman Community Family Night
Gather the family for a evening full of fun for everyone! Friday, January 19th from 6pm-8pm at the Wellman YMCA. There will be a bounce house, open gym, a movie, food, beverages, and a craft! Please RSVP for all those attending by January 12th by calling the Wellman Y at 319-646-8439.
4 events,
Washington Writers’ Workshop
Washington Writers’ Workshop
Join us for a presentation from our visiting writer Thomas Nye during the first hour. We will workshop submissions during the second hour. We will offer a hybrid meeting so if you would like to join via Zoom, please email [email protected] for a link.
Jake McVey at North Point in Cedar Rapids
Jake McVey at North Point in Cedar Rapids
Join Washington native, Jake McVey, as he returns to Iowa for an epic show at North Point in Cedar Rapids on Saturday, January 20, 2024. Jake's big country sounds combined with his Iowa charm make for an amazing performance! A relentless road dog who performs 250+ dates a year, McVey has earned a loyal fan…
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
Diabetes Group Class
Diabetes Group Class
Washington County Hospital & Clinics will be hosting a diabetes group class on Tuesday, January 23rd from 1-5 PM. This class is open to any patient with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who wants to learn more about managing their diabetes or refocus on taking care of themselves and achieving their health goals. Loved…
HOSPICE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY SOUP SUPPER
HOSPICE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY SOUP SUPPER
Tuesday, January 23rd 4:30 pm-6:30 pm United Presbyterian Church 209 E. Main St., Washington, IA Homemade soups, freshly made bread & desserts. Cheeseburger & Rice, Sauerkraut & Bratwurst and Cheesy Ham & Potato. FREE WILL DONATION! To-Go orders will be on the Northwest side entrance of the church. The Silent Auction will be on Hospice…
4 events,
Downtown Holiday Lights Fundraiser
Downtown Holiday Lights Fundraiser
Enjoy lunch or dinner at one of our local favorites and give back to the holiday lights around the square. On Wednesday, January 24th, dine in or carry-out lunch (11am-2pm) or dinner (5-8pm) and Cafe Dodici will give 10% of your meal back toward the Washington Chamber of Commerce holiday lights project. Visit www.cafedodici.com to…
Wildcard Wednesday Valentines
Wildcard Wednesday Valentines
Join us for a crafting workshop on Wednesday, January 24th. This workshop is open to all ages and is $30 per person venmo or cash only. We pick the crafts and you choose when you come. You can show up as early as 5 pm and as late as 6 pm to start. Feel free…
Downtown Holiday Lights Fundraiser
Downtown Holiday Lights Fundraiser
Enjoy lunch or dinner at one of our local favorites and give back to the holiday lights around the square. On Wednesday, January 24th, dine in or carry-out lunch (11am-2pm) or dinner (5-8pm) and Cafe Dodici will give 10% of your meal back toward the Washington Chamber of Commerce holiday lights project. Visit www.cafedodici.com to…
4 events,
Tech Thursdays
Tech Thursdays
Come see Beth on Thursdays anytime between 10am-noon at the Washington Public Library for help accessing library resources such as Libby and Kanopy. No registration is required as this is a walk-in service. Can't make it at that time? No problem! Library staff are always available to help you during normal Library hours as well.
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…
Thursday Noon Concert Series John Turner
Thursday Noon Concert Series John Turner
Come watch John Turner perform on piano and vocals this Thursday.
6 events,
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Beginning Line Dancing/Exercise for all Ages
Ainsworth Community Center Opera House 284 North Railroad Street P.O. Box 35 Ainsworth, Iowa 52201 319-657-3782 A.C.T. Ainsworth Community Together A 501-3C Non-profit Volunteer Organization LINE DANCING FUN ALL AGES INVITED…. Beginning on Fridays during January (weather permitting) JANUARY 5, 2024 10 AM
4 events,
Crawfordsville bags tournament
Crawfordsville bags tournament
When Saturday January 27 2024 5:00pm Where: Crawfordsville fire station Admission: $20 per team Double Elimination Grand prize half of total pot.
Crawfordsville bags tournament
Crawfordsville bags tournament
When: Saturday, January 27th 5:00 pm Where: Crawfordsville Iowa Admission: $20 per team Double Elimination Grand prize half of the total pot. Supper provided for participants - Hotdogs & chips
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Not My Grandma’s Quilt: Quilting Plastic Waste, a presentation by artist Erik Jon Olson
Not My Grandma’s Quilt: Quilting Plastic Waste, a presentation by artist Erik Jon Olson
A presentation by Erik Jon Olson on the origins of quilted plastic waste, the tie-ins with his ancestry, childhood, and career, and the conceptual and construction process. Reception for the artist following the program.
1 event,
6 events,
Tech Thursdays
Tech Thursdays
Come see Beth on Thursdays anytime between 10am-noon at the Washington Public Library for help accessing library resources such as Libby and Kanopy. No registration is required as this is a walk-in service. Can't make it at that time? No problem! Library staff are always available to help you during normal Library hours as well.
Diabetes Coffee Club
Diabetes Coffee Club
Washington County Hospital & Clinics hosts a FREE Diabetes Coffee Club the first Thursday of every month from 9-10 AM at the WCHC Community Health & Wellness Conference Room. Coffee Club is for any patient with diabetes or pre-diabetes to come enjoy a cup of coffee and discuss a variety of diabetes and healthy living…
Noon Concert Series
Noon Concert Series
Join us for our noon concert series featuring Mid-Prairie Speech and Drama students.
Beekeeping for Beginners
Beekeeping for Beginners
Discover the fascinating world of beekeeping in our Beekeeping for Beginners series, where you'll learn the essentials of this rewarding and environmentally important hobby. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, aspiring honey producer, or successful beekeeper, join us as we dive into the buzzworthy world of beekeeping from the ground up! This class is taught by…
4 events,
Puzzle Challenge for United Way
Puzzle Challenge for United Way
Puzzle Challenge for United Way Join us for a thrilling Puzzle Challenge event at Lebowski's Rock n Bowl sponsored by CBI Bank & Trust! Get ready to put your problem-solving skills to the test in a friendly competition-style fundraiser. The Puzzle Challenge: Each team of four will receive: 1-500 Piece Puzzle 1-Large Pizza 1-12 Pack…
6 events,
Needle-Felting Workshop with artist Megan Hammer
Needle-Felting Workshop with artist Megan Hammer
Learn the art of needle-felting! Confidently create beautiful felted wool art as you learn needle-felting techniques step-by-step in a casual, relaxed environment. Choose from a variety of colors and get as creative as you wish! All tools and supplies will be provided for use during the workshop, including a 4” embroidery hoop for framing your…
Washington Writers’ Workshop
Washington Writers’ Workshop
Our writer will be giving a presentation on craft during the first hour and we will workshop submissions during the second hour. Bring your fiction, memoir, short stories, or poems—we'll have a great time learning new techniques through doing, and if we're lucky, with time to share our words! Go from solo artist to creative…
