Browse upcoming events sponsored by Jones County organizations.
October 5
Healthiest State Walk
11:30 am to 12:00 am
Jones County Courthouse
Healthiest State Walk
500 W Main St # 106
Anamosa, IA
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October 5, 2022
11:30 am · 12:00 am
Come join us for the Healthiest State Annual Walk on October 5th at 11:30am! We will meet outside the courthouse under the flags for a breif walk and to connect with our community. This event is sponsored by Jones County Public Health and Jones County Wellness.
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Contact: Mallory Holub
(319) 480-9506
mallory.holub@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Public Health
Iowa Healthiest State Initiative Central Park Lake Walk
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Central Park Nature Center
Iowa Healthiest State Initiative Central Park Lake Walk
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction, IA
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October 5, 2022
12:00 pm · 1:00 pm
Join conservation staff for a healthiest state walk on Wednesday, October 5th. Meet at the Central Park Nature Center at Noon. We'll hike a loop around Central Park Lake beginning and ending at the Central Park Nature Center. Wear hiking/walking footwear. - This walk will feature paved trails and unpaved cross country portions.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@co.jones.ia.us Website Posted by:
Conservation
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Central Park Nature Center
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction, IA
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October 5, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Conservation
Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting - Work Session
4:30 pm
Jones County Courthouse
Planning And Zoning Commission Meeting - Work Session
500 W. Main St.
Anamosa, IA
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October 5, 2022
4:30 pm
Meeting Agenda
October 12
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Central Park Nature Center
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction, IA
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October 12, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Conservation
October 14
OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) - Maquoketa River Fall Colors Annual Paddle
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Hwy 136 Access
OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls) - Maquoketa River Fall Colors Annual Paddle
October 14, 2022
9:00 am · 4:00 pm
Join Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Naturalists as we enjoy the beauty of autumn on the scenic South Fork of the Maquoketa River. Bring your own watercraft and PDF or rent a kayak. (Limited # available.) (Due to fall water temperatures this trip is recommended for experienced paddlers.) 8:30 AM - Watercraft Staging at Hwy 136 Access 9-9:30 AM - Drivers drop vehicles off at Canton Bridge Access and shuttle back to HWY 136 Access. 10 AM - Introductions & Safety Talk at HWY 136 Access 10:30 AM - Begin Paddling! Registration required. Register at: https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones.aspx Older Wiser Livelier Souls events are for adults looking to get out of the house, make new friends, and learn about the exciting world of nature.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@co.jones.ia.us Website Posted by:
Conservation
October 15
Central Park StoryWalk® Fall Festival
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Central Park Nature Center, Enclosed Pavilion, and StoryWalk® Trail
Central Park StoryWalk® Fall Festival
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction, IA
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October 15, 2022
5:00 pm · 8:00 pm
Join us for a fun fall festival at Central Park featuring the Storywalk® Trail, musical games, crafts and games, book giveaway, and cider and cookies. Costumes are optional. Bring your flashlight to enjoy the pumpkin lit StoryWalk® Trail book - Dem Bones, by Bob Barner.
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Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Conservation
October 19
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Central Park Nature Center
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction, IA
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October 19, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Conservation
October 26
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Central Park Nature Center
Early Out Wednesdays! We All Have Skeletons
12515 Central Park Rd
Center Junction, IA
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October 26, 2022
1:00 pm · 4:00 pm
Looking for a fun early out activity? Head to the Central Park Nature Center anytime between 1-4 PM to check out the October Early-Out Theme - "We All Have Skeletons!" Inspired by the Fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones, by Bob Barner, you'll learn about the cool adaptations of vertebrate animals. Check out the fun displays and educational activities and then venture over to the Jones County Wild for Reading StoryWalk® Trail to read the fall StoryWalk® book, Dem Bones.
For More Information
Contact: Michele Olson
(319) 481-7987
naturalist@jonescountyiowa.gov Website Posted by:
Conservation
