10 Facebook Pages You Should ‘Like’ Right Now if You Live in Waukee

These pages keep you in the know, challenge your thinking and expand your reach.

Waukee Area Arts Council Why it’s awesome:  The Waukee Area Arts Council is one of Waukee's best kept secrets. They program entire seasons of entertainment that's suitable for all ageas. On their Facebook page, you can look at pictures from past shows and get up-to-date information on what's upcoming. What's your favorite Facebook page? Tell us in comments. City of Waukee Why it’s awesome: I shouldn't have to tell you why this one is awesome. Waukee's Facebook page is a wealth of information on everything from when the next council meeting is to information you need to know about things like trash pick-up and city events and activities. Waukee Fire & Rescue Why it’s awesome:  The Waukee Fire & Rescue page is both informative and …

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8:16 pm on Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Waukee Public Library and Waukee Public Library Teen Page! Info about programs, displays, new books, and local information.   more ›

Waukee Parks & Recreation Announces Spring and Summer Schedule

The Waukee Parks & Recreation's 2012 Spring/Summer program guide is now available online. Registration begins March 1.

ENCORE: Winterfest Comes to Waukee

The annual Winterfest celebration will be back tonight in downtown Waukee.

You better watch out, you better not cry. Santa Claus is coming to Waukee. The annual Waukee winter tradition known as Winterfest is happening this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Triangle Park in downtown Waukee. Matt Jermier, director of the Waukee Parks & Recreation, said the event is one of the most popular gatherings in the city of Waukee. "I think it's the event we look forward to every year," he said. "It's always cold but that never scares anybody off as far as citizens showing up. We always have a good turnout and it's a way to get the community out and together." This year, Santa Claus will arrive promptly at 6 p.m. on the historic Waukee Triangle, riding a Waukee fire truck. Kids of all ages will have the chance to sit on Santa's …

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