New Sharon News & Updates

11/06/2026

Come out this evening to meet Karen, her dog Sofia and learn about their sled team adventures. FREE and open to everyone 1-100!

Come early and check out the farmers market!

10/06/2026

Mark your calendars to enjoy this community event.

09/06/2026

📣 New Sharon Business & Development Committee Meeting – Next Wednesday!
The New Sharon Business & Development Committee will be holding its next meeting on Wednesday, June 17th at 5:30 PM at the City Park Building.
We invite business owners, volunteers, community members, and anyone who wants to help shape the future of our downtown to join us!
We’ll be discussing several exciting community initiatives, including:
• Community Events • Masterpieces on Main – Downtown art initiative • Music in the Park • Seasonal & Holiday Events • Beautification Projects (planters, banners, cleanup days, etc.) • Educational Classes & Workshops • StoryWalk in partnership with the New Sharon Public Library
Your ideas, energy, and input are essential as we work together to build a more vibrant, welcoming, and connected New Sharon.
👉 Everyone is welcome—come be part of the progress!

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

This Owala water bottle was found on the Harvest church table in city park after spring festival. If it is yours please pick up at city hall. Thanks

07/06/2026

🍦🌹 Community Ice Cream Social Tonight! 🌹🍦
Due to the weather forecast, the Ministerial Alliance has canceled the Community Church Service that was scheduled for this evening in City Park.
But the evening isn't canceled!
The Rose Festival Committee has decided to host a Community Free Ice Cream Social instead.
📍 City Park Building
🕕 6:00 p.m.
Come enjoy some ice cream, visit with friends and neighbors, and celebrate with our community.
Everyone is welcome—we hope to see you there! 🍨😊
Please spread the word!!

07/06/2026

UPDTE: the church service is canceled due to weather but we are having an ice cream social instead! Same time/same location. See you at the City Park Building 6-7 pm for ice cream! See above post for details.

🌹🎀 What a wonderful Roses & Ribbons Festival weekend! 🎀🌹

As our 2026 Rose Festival comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this weekend so special.

Thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, vendors, entertainers, churches, organizations, committee members, and all of the community members who came out to participate. We'd also like to extend a special thank you to the North Mahaska School District and staff, the City of New Sharon, and the incredible team behind the Jace Race for their partnership and support throughout the weekend. From the parade and car show to the contests, food, games, music, and activities, it was a joy to see our community gathered together once again.

Before we officially wrap up the weekend, we'd love for you to join us for one final event:

✝️ Community Worship Service in the Park
🕕 Tonight at 6:00 PM
📍 City Park
🪑 Bring your lawn chair!

Hosted by the New Sharon Ministerial Alliance, this special evening is an opportunity for our community to come together in worship, fellowship, and gratitude for the many blessings we've shared throughout the weekend.

We hope to see you there as we close out another beautiful Rose Festival together. 🌹