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Oskaloosa ’ s Only Traditional Bed & Breakfast

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Pages for Pennies

This three-day book sale is a partnership between the Friends of the Ottumwa Library , Bridge View Center and Meet Ottumwa . This year ’ s event is scheduled for early May . Donations are taken for the event weeks in advance , and the sale offers books , CDs , DVDs , LPs , board games , puzzles and sheet music .

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Spring Shop About

Businesses in Wapello , Davis , Van Buren and Appanoose counties will be participating in this event starting May 10-11 , which is sponsored by the Historic Hills Scenic Byway , which travels through all four counties . The American Gothic House Center ’ s gift shop is one of the featured businesses , and maps and brochures will be available at the gift shop .

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Tulip Time

Discover Iowa ’ s Dutch heritage during Pella ’ s annual Tulip Time Festival , which is scheduled for May 2-4 . Thousands of visitors make a special trip to the Tulip City each year to admire blooming tulips and Dutch architecture , indulge in Dutch foods and learn the city ’ s unique history . Locals dress in beautiful Dutch costumes and give tours at the Pella Historical Society and Museums .

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Wapello County Car Guys ’ Car Show

The event will be held May 18 in Ottumwa Park , and will feature live music , food , vendors , a swap meet and plenty of vintage cars . There is a $ 10 registration fee with proceeds going to the Wapello County Veterans Association .

Be Our Guest !

Enjoy a night of bowling & fun !

McNeill Stone Mansion Bed & Breakfast

641-990-3521
Oskaloosa ’ s Only Traditional Bed & Breakfast
1282 C Ave E , Oskaloosa , IA Visit us at www . thestonemansion . com for more details
1700 AAVENUE EAST | OSKALOOSA , IA | 641.673.6188
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