Event Category: Community Events & Celebrations

  • Way Back When Wednesdays

    Way Back When Wednesdays

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    Summer Intern

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    Join us at the Museum every Wednesday at 10:00 am for a conversation about the way it was in Dickinson County Way Back When.  The conversation is lively and fun, and many laughs are shared.  All are welcome!  Coffee included!

  • Community Table: Our Pool, Our Future

    Community Table: Our Pool, Our Future

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    Summer Intern

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    Bring your family and friends to the Lake Park Community Center for a delicious meal, live music, games, homemade desserts, and more. It’s a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a fun Sunday evening while helping raise funds to support and improve the Lake Park community pool for generations to come. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or…

  • Wags & Whiskers

    Wags & Whiskers

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    Summer Intern

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    Dust off your bell-bottoms and get ready for a groovy evening at the Wags & Whiskers Disco Fundraiser benefiting the Humane Society of Northwest Iowa. Enjoy an unforgettable night at The Roof Garden featuring a live disco band, delicious food by Yesterday’s, raffles, a silent auction, and a fun-filled costume contest celebrating your favorite ’70s styles. Whether you arrive…

  • Mini-Rods Competition

    Mini-Rods Competition

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    Summer Intern

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    Don’t miss the Mini-Rods Competition during Milford Pioneer Days! Gather with family and friends to enjoy this exciting competition and another great Pioneer Days tradition. The competition begins following the Pioneer Days Parade!

  • Pioneer Days Kiddie Parade

    Pioneer Days Kiddie Parade

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    Summer Intern

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    Join the Pioneer Days Kiddie Parade as kids decorate their bikes, wagons, scooters, and strollers before parading down H Avenue! It’s a fun way for young participants and their families to be part of the Milford Pioneer Days celebration.

  • Pioneer Days Bingo

    Pioneer Days Bingo

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    Summer Intern

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    Try your luck at Pioneer Days Bingo at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church! Grab a seat, play a few rounds, and enjoy a fun afternoon with family, friends, and the community.

  • Pioneer Days Parade

    Pioneer Days Parade

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    Summer Intern

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    Celebrate Milford Pioneer Days at the annual Pioneer Days Parade! Watch colorful floats, local organizations, marching groups, and community members make their way through downtown Milford. Bring a lawn chair, find your spot along the route, and enjoy this fun community tradition with family and friends.

  • Boji Clean Water Jam

    Boji Clean Water Jam

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    Kiley Zankowski

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    Join the Boji Clean Water Jam for a weekend dedicated to celebrating and protecting Iowa’s lakes and waterways. Enjoy inspiring speakers, educational discussions, a documentary screening with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Art Cullen, family-friendly activities, and live music—all while learning how we can work together to keep our waters clean for generations to come. The weekend…

  • Sherwood Forest Park Grand Opening

    Sherwood Forest Park Grand Opening

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    Summer Intern

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    Celebrate the grand opening of Sherwood Forest Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, July 20, at 10:00 AM. Following the ceremony, explore the park’s new amenities, including a bike pump track, mountain bike trail, playground, walking trails, natural play features, and scenic outdoor spaces. It’s a great opportunity to experience one of Okoboji’s newest outdoor destinations!

  • Quilt Auction

    Quilt Auction

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    Summer Intern

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    Experience a weekend of tradition, community, and creativity at the annual Quilt Auction Weekend at Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp. Browse an impressive collection of handcrafted quilts and unique handmade items while enjoying delicious food, live music, and family-friendly activities. The weekend begins on Friday, July 31, with the Online Quilt Auction running from 8:00 AM Friday through 6:00 PM…