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When the hot summer months approach and the school year ends, Bryan Winzer feels the stress of needing to find childcare for his kids. He feels his children are too old for a babysitter but too young to be left home alone. The Jones Center is a huge help for his family. "The Jones Center camps have made our summers and breaks a lot less stressful," says Winzer.
At the Jones Center Summer Camps, Bryan's children have a great time getting to explore and try new activities. They get to see friends...
At the Jones Center Summer Camps, Bryan's children have a great time getting to explore and try new activities. They get to see friends...
This month at the Jones Center!
Don’t let the summer fun fade just because school is around the corner!
There’s still plenty of excitement happening this month at the Jones Center. We’re keeping the momentum going with our Summer in the City series, featuring our annual pickleball tournament, Pickle-looza! Funday Sunday continues with a splash in our pools and Girl Scouts have an opportunity to earn a new badge!
Keep reading to discover all the ways you, your family and friends can make the most of August at the Jones Center...
There’s still plenty of excitement happening this month at the Jones Center. We’re keeping the momentum going with our Summer in the City series, featuring our annual pickleball tournament, Pickle-looza! Funday Sunday continues with a splash in our pools and Girl Scouts have an opportunity to earn a new badge!
Keep reading to discover all the ways you, your family and friends can make the most of August at the Jones Center...
Jones Center Unveils Exciting Fall Programming
NEWS RELEASE
Entertainment Just for You!
Get Ready to Jam with your Fam!
Places everyone! Our family-friendly entertainment series, FamJam, is almost here! Get your tickets now for a spellbinding magic and music performance and a vibrant multicultural musical.
Cost: Tickets are just $8 for members and $10 for the public.
Each ticket grants you access to our indoor recreation facilities, like swimming and ice skating, before or after the show!
Chris Funk - September 20
Prepare to be amazed as Chris Funk masterfully blends live mus...
Places everyone! Our family-friendly entertainment series, FamJam, is almost here! Get your tickets now for a spellbinding magic and music performance and a vibrant multicultural musical.
Cost: Tickets are just $8 for members and $10 for the public.
Each ticket grants you access to our indoor recreation facilities, like swimming and ice skating, before or after the show!
Chris Funk - September 20
Prepare to be amazed as Chris Funk masterfully blends live mus...
Jones Center is Your Place to Thrive
A Fresh Look for our 30th Year!
Dear Members and Valued Guests,
We’re thrilled to introduce our new brand as we celebrate 30 years of bringing our community together. This refreshed look reflects our mission: fostering meaningful connections and creating spaces and experiences where everyone can learn, play and thrive.
To mark this special milestone, we’re unveiling the new brand in a way that’s uniquely Jones Center, right in the heart of our newly resurfaced ice rink! Over time, you’ll begi...
Dear Members and Valued Guests,
We’re thrilled to introduce our new brand as we celebrate 30 years of bringing our community together. This refreshed look reflects our mission: fostering meaningful connections and creating spaces and experiences where everyone can learn, play and thrive.
To mark this special milestone, we’re unveiling the new brand in a way that’s uniquely Jones Center, right in the heart of our newly resurfaced ice rink! Over time, you’ll begi...
MEDIA ADVISORY Media Invited to Big Chill and Pickle-looza at Jones Center SPRINGDALE, ARK. (August 18, 2025) –
Meet a Community Member, John Bowers
Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, John Bowers moved to Clinton, Iowa, at the age of 12, and went to high school there. He attended the University of Iowa in the early 70s, earning a bachelor's and master's degree. He enjoyed a 35-year career in information technology, initially working on computer-based education and training projects, early versions of what we now know as online learning. From there, John advanced through various sales training, support, and operation roles, including 25...
Meet a Community Member, Pam Willard
Pam Willard is a well-traveled community health advocate who has made a significant impact on communities across multiple states, including Iowa. Her dedication to health and wellness has extended beyond state lines, leading her to work in Slovakia as part of her career. Pam has worked with diverse populations, from helping new mothers immunize their children on the California coast to assisting with research in Iowa aimed at improving communities and the lives of older adults. With a background...
Meet a Community Member, Karen Spurgeon
It is not every day that, as a writer of this article, I learn I have crossed paths with someone who would become an Eight Over 80 award recipient. When I first moved to Iowa, I was a reporter for a small news station in Ottumwa. One of the first stories I covered was in Bloomfield about a dog ordinance change at a city council meeting. Karen and I were in the same room covering this story, but we never spoke a word to each other. Now, just a few short years later, I am interviewing Karen about...
Meet a Community Member, Dr. Lynn Curry
The Hawkeye spirit is celebrated among its alumni, who are expected to lead and give back using their acquired skills. Dr. Lynn Curry, DDS, exemplifies this spirit as one of the eight recipients of the Eight Over 80 awards, co-sponsored by the Csomay Center. Throughout his career as a dentist, Curry has demonstrated remarkable leadership and generosity—from his work on remote Native American reservations in Alaska and founding the Iowa Dental Foundation to teaching at his local community college...
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Message from our Center Director
With the new semester underway, we are excited to unveil new projects and collaborations within our community. The Csomay team is enthusiastic about sharing our recent efforts and what you can expect in the coming months.
This month’s newsletter highlights key aspects of the Csomay Center’s strategic plan to build and sustain diverse partnerships and collaborative networks. Inside, you will discover a link to our 2023-2024 Impact Report and meet another recipie...
With the new semester underway, we are excited to unveil new projects and collaborations within our community. The Csomay team is enthusiastic about sharing our recent efforts and what you can expect in the coming months.
This month’s newsletter highlights key aspects of the Csomay Center’s strategic plan to build and sustain diverse partnerships and collaborative networks. Inside, you will discover a link to our 2023-2024 Impact Report and meet another recipie...
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Message from our Center Director
During November, the Csomay Center team has been reflecting on gratitude. Across our social media, you will see highlights of what our community members are grateful for. I am eternally grateful for Barbara and Richard Csomays' foresight and the generosity of all our supporters.
Given the Csomays’ endowed gift, it is my responsibility as Director to secure sustainable resources for our mission and community. This newsletter highlights our Center resources, incl...
During November, the Csomay Center team has been reflecting on gratitude. Across our social media, you will see highlights of what our community members are grateful for. I am eternally grateful for Barbara and Richard Csomays' foresight and the generosity of all our supporters.
Given the Csomays’ endowed gift, it is my responsibility as Director to secure sustainable resources for our mission and community. This newsletter highlights our Center resources, incl...