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King's Day in Pella | ALL AGES

April 27, 10:00 am

LocationPella Historical Village
Event ForFamilies & children of all ages
Cost$5 for adults; 17 and under are free; PHM Members free
OrganizationPella Historical Museums
ContactJessi Galligan
Email[email protected]
Phone6416282409
King's Day fun for the whole family! You won't want to miss the crafts and activities, games, and sweet and savory treats you can experience throughout the Historical Village. Watch the Dutchesses perform, meet members of the Tulip Court, and bring home your own King's Day goodie bag.

Families First Newsletter | ALL AGES

April 30

Event ForAll PCSD families
OrganizationFamilies First
ContactAllison Kerndt
Email[email protected]
Phone16417805741
The Families First Newsletter provides information about Families First events, local family-friendly events, and parenting topics.

Klompen Classic 5K and Kids Classic | ALL AGES

May 1, 5:30 pm

Location712 Union St, Pella, IA
Event ForThe Whole Family!
Cost$30
OrganizationCrossroads of Pella
ContactCrossroads of Pella
Email[email protected]
Phone641-628-1212
This Friday, April 19 is the last day for guaranteed Klompen Classic 5K shirt! This race is a fun family friendly event!
Register for the Klompen Classic 5K: https://www.crossroadspella.org/klompen.
Consent forms for the Kids Classic can be found here: https://www.crossroadspella.org/kids-classic

Pella Public Library - Watch It Wednesdays | ALL AGES

May 8, 3:00 pm

LocationPella Public Library , 603 Main St. Meeting Room
Event For Children 8 and above are allowed to be in the library without supervision. Children under 7, need a mature person to attend the program.
Costfree
OrganizationPella Public Library
ContactKatie Dreyer
Email[email protected]
Phone6416284268
Join the Pella Public Library on the 2nd Wednesday of each month (Sept-May) for Watch It Wednesdays. Call the library at 628-4268 for the movie's title showing that month. Only parents can determine the appropriateness of a movie for their child.

Big Nicks Early Bird Football Camp | CURRENT GRADES 1-5

May 25

LocationPella High School Football Field
Event ForCurrent grades 1-5
Cost30.00
OrganizationNick DeJong& Pella Athletic Boosters
ContactJason Anderson
Email[email protected]
Come spend the morning with current Iowa Hawkeye Nick DeJong, What will the camp offer? The early bird skills camp will offer different football stations where students will be able to rotate passing, catching, kicking and develop their football skills.

PTO Volunteer Form | PRESCHOOL-6TH GRADE

May 31

OrganizationPella PTO
ContactShonelle Sutton
Email[email protected]
Hello parents! We are looking for volunteers to help the PTO for kids in preschool to 6th grade. If you are interested in being in our email list please fill out this form. Anytime your availability matches a request we have from a school we will contact you to see if you are available. Thank you!

EPI School Supplies for 2024-2025 School Year | PRESCHOOL-6TH GRADE

May 31

LocationOnline
Event ForParents of Jefferson, Lincoln, Madison and Early Learning
OrganizationPella PTO working with EPI School Supplies
ContactBobbi Slagter
Email[email protected]
Phone6417809534
SHOP NOW for your 2024-25 school supplies. Avoid the stores and get all your school supply shopping done online. EPI school supply packs contain all the items and brands our teachers require. Not only is this convenient for you, but it is a fundraiser to help our school. Order now with our School ID

Hoop School Summer Camp | GRADES K-8

June 4, 10:00 am

LocationPCD Fitness in Pella
Event ForBoys and Girls. Grades K-8
Cost$110
OrganizationShoot-It
ContactDoug Diers
Email[email protected]
Phone5154507302
Hoop School is designed to promote the fundamentals of basketball starting with shooting. We will concentrate on form, footwork, balance, ball placement, technique and advance each week. Ball handling, passing and offensive skills will be stressed along with games of 3v3, 2v2 and 1v1.

JA Biztown in a Day | 5th-8th Grade

June 18

Location6100 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA
Event Forstudents entering 5th through 8th grade
Cost$100
OrganizationJunior Achievement of Central Iowa
ContactRachael Haaland
Email[email protected]
Phone515-279-9602
Discover what it takes to be a business tycoon or a future CEO, CFO or even Mayor! Join us for a one-day experience that develops future leaders, business professionals and entrepreneurs. Your student will experience all facets of running a business in a fun and interactive way.

Pella PTO Fundraising Drive | GRADES PS-6

June 30

Event ForParents and Guardians of Jefferson Intermediate, Lincoln Elementary, and Madison Elementary
OrganizationPella PTO
ContactAmy Pothoven (on behalf of Pella PTO)
Email[email protected]
Pella PTO has paused fundraising over the last few years, but we need to kickstart giving now as funds are low. Your support is critical and appreciated as our district manages budget cuts.

Please visit https://pellapto.betterworld.org, learn more, and donate today.

Community Services Program for Summer 2024 | ALL AGES

August 1

Location712 Union St, Pella, IA
Event ForAll ages
OrganizationCity of Pella, Community Services
ContactBrenda Ross
Email[email protected]
Phone641-628-4571

Wesley Woods Summer Camps | AGES 4-17

August 16

Location10896 Nixon Street Indianola, IA 50125
Event Forages 4 to 17
Costvaries by program
OrganizationWesley Woods Camp and Retreat Center
ContactMikaela Dunn
Email[email protected]
Phone(515)961-4523
Join us for summer camp at Wesley Woods! We're a Methodist church camp located in Indianola, IA with overnight and day camp options available. From horses to archery to campfire cooking and more, we've got something for everyone!

Little Acorns - A New Kid-Centric Non-Profit! | GRADES 1-8

October 1

Event ForK-12 Students
OrganizationLittle Acorns
ContactElise Pederson and Marlaina Lightkeeper
Email[email protected]
Phone6124322394
A new Pella based non-profit organization, Little Acorns, has been created. This kid-centric group will encourage and recruit young people in the area to participate in service projects and activities to better our community. Lead by 8th grader, Marlaina Lightkeeper.