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Agency Fourth of July Parade

Celebrate the nation ’ s Independence Day with a parade down Agency ’ s Main Street . The parade is usually set for 10 a . m . A barbecue by the Agency Lions and children ’ s games in Agency Lions Park have followed the event in the past .

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Art on the Square

One of Iowa ’ s oldest continuing art festivals , Oskaloosa Main Street ’ s Art on the Square features artist vendors from the local community and beyond , emerging artists , an art window walk and more . This year ’ s event will be held June 8 from 9 a . m . to 3 p . m .

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SUMMER June through August

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Greater Ottumwa Rodeo

Voted Iowa ’ s best one-day rodeo in 2018 , the Greater Ottumwa Rodeo will return to action this summer . It is a triple-sanctioned event through the Iowa Rodeo Cowboys Association , United Rodeo Association and Missouri Rodeo Cowboys Association . Visit gopip . org for more information .

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Iowa State Fair

This Midwest tradition , while outside of the traditional coverage area of our publications , is a favorite for many families in our readership with many local students showing exhibits over its duration . This year ’ s fair will be held Aug . 8-18 in Des Moines . For more information and a full slate of events , visit iowastatefair . org .
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