Make It Muscatine

Muscatine Art Center to Host Festival and Ornament Market on Dec. 6

Thursday, November 20 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Art Center will host its “Heartfelt & Handmade Family Festival & Market” on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering a festive opportunity to shop, craft and support arts education. The event will feature: A vendor market featuring handmade... Read More.

Free Cooking Series Returns to UnityPoint Health

Wednesday, November 19 by Connor Kenney

The new year is the perfect time to put your health first. Jumpstart your wellness goals with the Cooking with Heart series at UnityPoint Health. In 2026, we’re offering Cooking with Heart Foundational and bringing back Cooking with Heart for Cancer. These free, interactive four-week... Read More.

iLLUMINATE Announces Special Holiday Lights Walk at Weed Park

Wednesday, November 19 by Connor Kenney

Muscatine, IA — iLLUMINATE is kicking off the season with NEW Holiday Lights Walk on Tuesday, November 25 from 5 to 7 PM at Historic Weed Park. This special walk-through experience was added by popular demand and gives families a chance to enjoy the display up... Read More.

Muscatine Parks and Recreation Creates Woodcutter’s Call List for Firewood Pickup

Sunday, November 16 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department is offering a limited supply of firewood to residents as crews continue trimming trees throughout the city’s park system. To ensure fair distribution, the department has established a Woodcutter’s Call List for residents who live within Muscatine city limits.... Read More.

Muscatine Area Farmers Market Hosts “A Handcrafted Christmas” at the Muscatine Mall

Thursday, November 13 by Tami Seitz

The Muscatine Area Farmers Market is spreading holiday cheer with A Handcrafted Christmas, a festive indoor market taking The Muscatine Area Farmers Market is spreading holiday cheer with A Handcrafted Christmas, a festive indoor market taking place Saturday, December 13, from 10 a.m. to... Read More.

Christmas Tour of Churches Brings Holiday Spirit to Muscatine

Wednesday, November 5 by Tami Seitz

Muscatine County Habitat for Humanity is excited to introduce a new twist on its annual Holiday Season fundraiser. Guests are invited to explore historic churches beautifully decorated for Advent and Christmas. The Christmas Tour of Churches will take place Sunday, December 7, from 2... Read More.

LST 325, Where History Meets Mystery

Wednesday, November 5 by Connor Kenney

During WWII, my dad, Jim Henry, served on LST 782 in the Pacific Theater. It was one of three flagships he would serve on. Jim was a 20mm gunner and coxswain of a Higgins boat, providing transportation for marines and supplies to the shores... Read More.

Kick Off the Holiday Season at the Downtown Muscatine Holiday Open House

Thursday, October 30 by Tami Seitz

Get ready to shop, sip, and celebrate the start of the holiday season in Downtown Muscatine. The Downtown Muscatine Holiday Open House returns on Sunday, Nov. 9, from noon to 4 p.m., inviting the community to explore festive deals, tasty treats, and plenty of... Read More.

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Muscatine Art Center

Tuesday, October 21 by Connor Kenney

The Muscatine Art Center invites families to celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on Saturday, November 1, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. The event features an afternoon of free, hands-on activities, artmaking, and bilingual performances honoring this vibrant Mexican tradition. Admission... Read More.

Get ready to trot! The 2025 Muscatine Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk is set

Tuesday, October 21 by Connor Kenney

The 2025 Muscatine Turkey Trot Fun Run/Walk will be held on November 15 at the Muscatine Municipal Golf Course. Hosted by the Muscatine Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with the Muscatine Running Club, this family-friendly event welcomes runners, joggers, and walkers of all... Read More.