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Little Acorns - A New Kid-Centric Non-Profit! | GRADES 1-8
October 1
| Event For | K-12 Students |
|---|---|
| Organization | Little Acorns |
| Contact | Elise Pederson and Marlaina Lightkeeper |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 6124322394 |
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.
A Playdate to Do Good Things | ALL AGES
March 11, 10:00 am
| Location | 3rd Floor, Pella Community Center, 712 Union St. Pella |
|---|---|
| Event For | Families |
| Cost | Free! It is all free! |
| Organization | Crossroads of Pella |
| Contact | Chris Allen |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-628-1212 |
Here is a calendar of our upcoming "Playdates to do Good Things". Check out these fun themes! These gatherings will happen on the 3rd floor of the Pella Community Center. Free fun, food and a kid-friendly service project included. Our beneficiaries may be altered as needed. No need to RSVP.
Community Services Summer Program Guide | ALL AGES
October 4
| Organization | City of Pella, Community Services |
|---|---|
| Contact | Brenda Ross |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-628-4571 |
Apples of Gold Summer Sessions | ALL AGES
August 31
| Location | 604 Liberty St. Suite 2233 Pella, IA or virtual |
|---|---|
| Event For | special education |
| Organization | Apples of Gold Center For Learning |
| Contact | JoNell Johnson |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 833-800-4673 |
Pella Football Camp | GRADES 3-4
August 12, 9:30 am
| Location | Pella High Football Stadium |
|---|---|
| Event For | Students entering Grades 3 & 4 next fall |
| Cost | $10.00 |
| Organization | Pella Football Camp |
| Contact | Jay McKinstrey |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-628-3870 |
This football camp is designed for the participants to have fun while learning some football fundamentals.
Pella Football Camp | GRADES 1-2
August 12, 9:30 am
| Location | Pella High Football Stadium |
|---|---|
| Event For | Students entering Grades 1 & 2 next fall |
| Cost | $10.00 |
| Organization | Pella Football Camp |
| Contact | Jay McKinstrey |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-628-3870 |
A camp designed to have fun practicing the fundamentals of football.
Union Street Players Drama Camp | GRADES 1-9
August 7
| Location | Pella Community Center |
|---|---|
| Event For | Students entering 1st through 9th grade |
| Cost | $65 |
| Organization | Union Street Players |
| Contact | Lynn Cutler |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-204-1094 |
Union Street Players' drama camp is an annual week-long opportunity for young people to learn the basic overview of theatre and stage craft. Camp activities include script writing/reading, acting, mime, puppetry, characterization, vocalization, improv, reader’s theatre, audition prep, and more!
Pella Children's Choir Camp | GRADES 1-6
July 31, 6:00 pm
| Location | Pella Middle School |
|---|---|
| Event For | 1st through 6th Grade Students |
| Cost | $15 |
| Organization | Iowa Youth Chorus/Pella Children's Choir |
| Contact | Joseph Tangen |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 507-350-4787 |
Students in grades 1st through 6th are welcome to join in this three night choir experience. We will work on three contrasting selections that are easily attainable in the short amount of time given. Each night we will have fun music games to add to rehearsal.
Pella Football Camp | GRADES 7-8
July 17, 10:30 am
| Location | Pella High Football Stadium |
|---|---|
| Event For | Students entering Grades 7 & 8 next fall |
| Cost | $25.00 |
| Organization | Pella Football Camp |
| Contact | Jay McKinstrey |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-628-3870 |
This four day football camp is from July 17-20. It is designed to teach participants fundamentals, techniques, skills, and overall concepts of the game.
Pella Football Camp | GRADES 5-6
July 17, 8:30 am
| Location | Pella High Football Stadium |
|---|---|
| Event For | Students entering Grades 5 & 6 next fall |
| Cost | $25.00 |
| Organization | Pella Football Camp |
| Contact | Jay McKinstrey |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 6416283870 |
This is a four day football camp from July 17-20. Each day we will be teaching participants fundamentals, techniques, skills, and overall concepts of the game.
Open Bible Church VBS | AGES 5-12
July 10
| Location | Open Bible Church 837 Washington St, Pella, IA 50219 |
|---|---|
| Event For | Ages 5 to 12 |
| Cost | Free |
| Organization | Open Bible Church Pella |
| Contact | Brooke Hawkey |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 816-260-7853 |
Join us for VBS this Summer! All are welcome. Games, crafts, Bible lessons and snacks! Register online at our website www.pellaopenbiblechurch.com or click this link to register https://pellaopenbible.com/events?sapurl=Lys1em5nL2xiL2V2LytqcTc4NHI3P2JyYW5kaW5nPXRydWUmZW1iZWQ9dHJ1ZSZyZWNlbnRSb3V0ZT1hc
2023 Marion County Extension Summer Day Camps | GRADES K-8
June 30, 9:00 am
| Location | Pella (Central Campus) or Knoxville (Extension Office) |
|---|---|
| Event For | K-8th |
| Cost | 10 |
| Organization | Marion County Extension 4-H |
| Contact | Ashtin Wells |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-842-2014 |
We are offering a variety of camps this summer in both Pella and Knoxville. We have 4 camps for K-3rd grade and 2 camps for 4th-8th youth! All camps are very hands on and active. Any questions please contact the extension office 641-842-2014.
Pella Youth Volleyball Camps | GRADES 3-8
June 29
| Location | Pella High School Main Gym |
|---|---|
| Event For | 3rd-8th Grade Students (23-24 School Year) |
| Cost | see event details |
| Organization | Pella Youth Volleyball Camps |
| Contact | Coach Sheldon |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-218-9112 |
June 26th-29th (4 sessions)
Grades Based on 23-24 School Year
Grades 3rd/4th • 9:00AM - 10:00AM • $50
Grades 5th/6th • 10:30AM - 12:00PM • $60
Grades 7th/8th • 1:00PM - 2:30PM • $60
Family Rate: $100 (2 or more kids)
Grades Based on 23-24 School Year
Grades 3rd/4th • 9:00AM - 10:00AM • $50
Grades 5th/6th • 10:30AM - 12:00PM • $60
Grades 7th/8th • 1:00PM - 2:30PM • $60
Family Rate: $100 (2 or more kids)
Ambush Sports 7 on 7 Football in Pella | STUDENTS ENTERING 1-12 for 2023-24
June 26, 5:00 pm
| Location | Pella Sports Park |
|---|---|
| Event For | Kids Grades 1-12. School Year 2023-24 |
| Cost | $450 per team grades 1-2, $800 per team Grades 3-8, $1k High school. |
| Organization | Ambush Sports |
| Contact | Collin Jacobsen |
| [email protected] |
7 on 7 Football with modified field sizes for younger ages. Teams play minimum of two 25 minute games per week. Season runs June 26 - July 2. Cost is roughly $80 per player (little more for high school). Teams may register with $100 deposit or players individually.
Milly Moo's Hugs for the Humane Society | ALL AGES
June 24, 6:00 pm
| Location | Pella Smashpark |
|---|---|
| Event For | All ages |
| Organization | Humane Society |
| Contact | Kristi Zellmer |
| [email protected] |
FEATURING MUSIC FROM
THE ZELLMER BROTHERS
6:00-9:00
SILENT AUCTION
DONATIONS
BENEFIT
FOOD AND DRINKS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT SMASHPARK
MILLY FIERCELY LOVED HER FURRY DOG FRIENDS HADDY AND HUMPHREY
THE ZELLMER BROTHERS
6:00-9:00
SILENT AUCTION
DONATIONS
BENEFIT
FOOD AND DRINKS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT SMASHPARK
MILLY FIERCELY LOVED HER FURRY DOG FRIENDS HADDY AND HUMPHREY
Girl Scout Outdoor Adventure Day Camp | FEMALES AGES 10+
June 19, 10:00 am
| Location | WHITEBREAST YOUTH CAMP |
|---|---|
| Event For | Girls that may be interested int he outdoors and seeing what else Girl Scouts has to offer. |
| Cost | $45 |
| Organization | Pella Girl Scouts |
| Contact | Rose M Bogaard |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-204-2365 |
For Girls interested in Girl Scouts that want to come learn some Outdoor and Survival Skills with Pella’s own Girl Scout Trailblazers and see what it means to be a Girl Scout in the outdoors. They will learn about taking care of nature, as well as survival and basic outdoor skills.
VBS at Federated Fellowship | AGE 3-GRADE 5
June 19, 9:00 am
| Location | 309 Roosevelt Road, Pella |
|---|---|
| Event For | Kids 3 years- entering 5th grade |
| Organization | Federated Fellowship Church |
| Contact | Josie Jeffries |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-628-3363 |
Federated’s VBS is June 19-23 (Monday-Friday) from 9-11:45 AM. Join us as we “Ready, Set, Move!” and learn to “follow Jesus here, there, and everywhere”! Registration is open to children 3 years (potty trained)- entering 5th grade.
Drake University Summer Voice Intensive | GRADES 7-12
June 19
| Location | Drake University Harmon Fine Arts Center |
|---|---|
| Event For | Middle and High school Students |
| Cost | $375 |
| Organization | Drake University |
| Contact | Alyssa Becker |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 515-271-3534 |
This week-long daytime camp provides students with voice lessons, coachings, classes, full choir experiences and performance opportunities to develop their voices, build confidence in performance, and prepare for auditions. The week will culminate into a performance for friends and family.
South East Aquatics Swim Team Registration | GRADES KG-12
June 17
| Event For | Kindergarten through High School |
|---|---|
| Organization | South East Aquatics |
| Contact | Kim Nedder |
| [email protected] |
Registration for South East Aquatics Summer Swim Team is now open! SEA offers developmental and competitive swimming opportunities for athletes ages five through high school. Please go to www.seaswim.org and look for the red flashing light for more information and to register.
Overnight Camp - Middle School Girls Basketball CENTRAL | FEMALES GRADES 5-8
June 15, 9:00 am
| Location | Kuyper Gymnasium - Central College 1200 Independence St, Pella, IA 50219 |
|---|---|
| Event For | GIRLS 5-8 |
| Cost | $200 |
| Organization | Central College Women's Basketball |
| Contact | Moran Lonning |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 563-380-9834 |
For middle school girls, this is women’s basketball CENTRAL!!! Your daughter will get the full experience of life as a women’s basketball player, getting to spend the night in the campus townhouses!
June 15
9-9:45am check in
10am session 1
June 16
12:00pm pickup
June 15
9-9:45am check in
10am session 1
June 16
12:00pm pickup
Pella GBB Camp | FEMALES GRADES 7-8
June 14, 2:45 pm
| Location | Pella High School |
|---|---|
| Event For | Girls Entering 7th - 8th Grade |
| Cost | $45 |
| Organization | Pella GBB |
| Contact | Blaine Forsythe |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-780-8391 |
Pella GBB Camp | FEMALES GRADES 5-6
June 14, 1:00 pm
| Location | Pella High School |
|---|---|
| Event For | Girls Entering 5th - 6th Grade |
| Cost | $45 |
| Organization | Pella GBB |
| Contact | Blaine Forsythe |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-780-8391 |
Women's Basketball CENTRAL | FEMALES GRADES K-4
June 14, 9:00 am
| Location | Kuyper Gymnasium - Central College 1200 Independence St, Pella, IA 50219 |
|---|---|
| Event For | Girls K-4 |
| Cost | $100 |
| Organization | Central College Women's Basketball |
| Contact | Moran Lonning |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 563-380-9834 |
For girls entering grades K-4, this is women’s
basketball CENTRAL!
When: 9am-3pm; lunch included
What to wear: workout clothes, shoes, hair pulled back
What to bring: waterbottle
basketball CENTRAL!
When: 9am-3pm; lunch included
What to wear: workout clothes, shoes, hair pulled back
What to bring: waterbottle
Pella GBB Camp Grades 3-4 (Low Hoop) | FEMALES GRADES 3-4
June 14, 9:00 am
| Location | Lincoln Elementary School |
|---|---|
| Event For | Girls Entering 3rd - 4th Grade |
| Cost | $35 |
| Organization | Pella GBB |
| Contact | Blaine Forsythe |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-780-8391 |
Low Hoop Camp for girls entering 3rd and 4th grade.
June’s Playdate to Do Good Things | ALL AGES
June 12, 10:00 am
| Location | Third Floor of the Pella Community Center, 712 Union St. Pella |
|---|---|
| Event For | Families |
| Cost | Free! It is all free! |
| Organization | Crossroads of Pella Community Center |
| Contact | Chris Allen |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 616-848-1967 |
Join us June 12 at 10am on the 3rd floor of the Pella Community Center for a free kid-friendly
service project. No RSVP needed. Camp time fun and food included!
service project. No RSVP needed. Camp time fun and food included!
Pella Boys Basketball Camp | BOYS GRADES 3-8
June 12, 9:00 am
| Location | Pella High School |
|---|---|
| Event For | BOYS GRADES 3-8 |
| Cost | $45 |
| Organization | Pella Boys Basketball Camp |
| Contact | Derek Schulte |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-780-4520 |
June 12-14 at Pella High School
Session 1: 9-10:30am (3-5 grade next year)
Session 2: 10:30am-12pm (6-8 grade next year)
Questions: Contact Derek Schulte ([email protected])
Cost: $45 or $80 Family Rate (2 or more kids) - Payable to Pella Boys BB Camp
Session 1: 9-10:30am (3-5 grade next year)
Session 2: 10:30am-12pm (6-8 grade next year)
Questions: Contact Derek Schulte ([email protected])
Cost: $45 or $80 Family Rate (2 or more kids) - Payable to Pella Boys BB Camp
PTA Summer Tennis Clinics and Camps | AGES 5-18
June 12
| Location | Pella High School Tennis Courts |
|---|---|
| Event For | Ages 5-18 |
| Cost | Varies |
| Organization | Pella Tennis Association |
| Contact | Lindsy Brandt |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-204-9031 |
The PTA is excited to offer tennis camps and clinics during the summer. Sessions are open to players of all abilities and ages 5-18.
Berean Baptist Church Vacation Bible School | AGE 4-GRADE 8
June 9, 9:00 am
| Location | Berean Baptist Church 314 Main Street |
|---|---|
| Event For | ages 4 through entering 8th grade |
| Organization | Berean Baptist Church |
| Contact | Carla Lockridge |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-629-0833 |
Manufacturing Camp | GRADES 11-12
June 9, 8:00 am
| Location | Pella, IA |
|---|---|
| Event For | Juniors and Seniors |
| Cost | Free |
| Organization | PPI |
| Contact | Delanie Tuttle |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-621-2888 |
PPI is hosting a camp to current high school juniors and seniors interested in learning more about manufacturing and welding this summer. This would be a great opportunity for students to add something to their resume or college application, and to get in front of potential future hiring managers.
Des Moines Menace Soccer Camp | GRADES K-12
June 6
| Location | Des Moines Metro Area |
|---|---|
| Event For | K-12 |
| Cost | $60-$105 |
| Organization | Des Moines Menace |
| Contact | Sydney Tatam |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 515-457-6367 |
Join the fun this summer with the Menace! Develop your soccer skills with instruction from players on Iowa’s Premier Soccer Team, the Des Moines Menace. At our camps, you’ll receive a camp shirt and a ticket to a Menace home game of your choosing. We accept walk-ups the first night at each location.
Iowa Rush South Soccer Tryouts | GRADES 3-12
June 5, 5:00 pm
| Location | Pella Soccer Complex |
|---|---|
| Event For | Soccer Players 3rd grade thru 12th grade |
| Cost | $25 |
| Organization | Iowa Rush South Soccer Club |
| Contact | Scott Treft |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 712-490-7531 |
We are holding Iowa Rush South Soccer tryouts for the 2023-2024 season. Please see attached flyer for additional details.
Summer Gymnastics Lessons Goodwin's Pella Gymnastics | GRADES PS-12
June 5, 4:00 pm
| Location | 420 SE 14th Street Pella Iowa 50219 |
|---|---|
| Event For | Pre-School to High School Students |
| Cost | depending on class |
| Organization | Pella Gymnastics |
| Contact | Dawn Goodwin |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-891-0583 |
summer Gymnastics Homeschool morning classes and evening classes for 3 years to 18 years old
Hoop School Summer Camp | GRADES 1-8
June 5, 10:00 am
| Location | PCD Fitness in Pella |
|---|---|
| Event For | Grades K-8 |
| Cost | $99 |
| Organization | Shoot-It |
| Contact | Doug D Diers |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 515-450-7302 |
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 1v1, 2v2 and 3v3.
Bulldog Girls Basketball Camp | GRADES K-8 GIRLS
June 5, 9:00 am
| Location | Drake University Knapp Center |
|---|---|
| Event For | K-8th Grade Girls |
| Cost | $175 |
| Organization | Bulldog Girls Basketball Camp |
| Contact | Nicci Hays |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 516-850-5253 |
Bulldog Girls Basketball Camps are a high energy, team focused event where you will work on your individual skills. We incorporate a teamwork, leadership and fun-loving championship environment.
Union Vacation Bible School | GRADES PS-6
June 5
| Event For | For those entering 4 year old preschool through 6th grade in the fall of 2023. |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Vacation Bible School |
| Contact | Sara Runner |
| [email protected] |
Union Vacation Bible School will be held June 5th-9th for those entering 4 year old preschool through 6th grade in the fall of 2023. Please refer to our website, www.vbspella.org, for registration and locations.
Celebration Day at Federated Fellowship | ALL AGES
June 4, 10:30 am
| Location | 309 Roosevelt Road, Pella |
|---|---|
| Event For | All Families |
| Organization | Federated Fellowship Church |
| Contact | Denise Rodwell |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-628-3363 |
June 4 is Federated Fellowship's Celebration Day. Our 10:30 service is followed by games, activities, food, and fun for all families. It is all free and we'd love for you to join us!
Thursdays in Pella, "Jam with the Fam!" | ALL AGES
June 1, 6:00 pm
| Location | Uptown on the Square |
|---|---|
| Event For | All PCSD families |
| Cost | No cost to attend |
| Organization | Families First |
| Contact | Allison Kerndt |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 641-780-5741 |
Bring the family uptown on Thursday, June 1 for "Jam with the Fam!" This evening will kick off Thursdays in Pella this summer. Entertainment includes The Dans Company, magician TJ Regul and the City Band. Tons of games and activities...all at no cost!
Summer Martial Arts Triumph - Camps and Summer Program | AGES 7-12
June 1
| Location | 1582 Washington Street, Pella |
|---|---|
| Event For | Ages 7-12 |
| Cost | Varies by program |
| Organization | Triumph Martial Arts |
| Contact | Chris White |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | 866-648-8480 |
Have your BEST summer ever with Triumph Martial Arts! Checkout our AMAZING skill-building summer programs at Triumph Martial Arts in Pella! Have fun, stay active, build new skills, make new friends!
Choose From... All Summer Martial Arts Program, Karate Day Camp, NInja Weapons Camp!
Choose From... All Summer Martial Arts Program, Karate Day Camp, NInja Weapons Camp!