Have you heard about the latest classes at Your Clear Next Step? Get exceptional training, tools, and techniques to make what you do even better! You’ll learn tips and templates that will work where and when you need them—at work, home, non-profit organizations, and on boards and committees!

Creating an Effective Business Case, June 25, 8:30-11:30am
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Find the ingredients for a dynamite business case and walk away with a reusable template to help you state the words, numbers, tools, and ways to justify or cancel a business-based initiative of any sort.

Pre-game tailgate party in the southwest corner of Principal Park parking lot with brats, hot dogs, chips, dessert, and soda on a first come first serve basis.  Tailgate starts at 5:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:05 p.m.  A big thank you to the Indianola Hy-Vee for providing the buns for the tailgate!

Take advantage of all of your member benefits by joining the Greater Des Moines Partnership and other affiliate chamber members for this fun networking opportunity!
 

June 25- Morning Mingle at Des Moines Metro Opera; 8:30 a.m.; Blank Performing Arts Center, 106 W. Boston Ave.

July 8 - Ribbon Cutting at Second Chance Dog Rescue, 4803 Lisbon St., Prole; 10 a.m. New

July 9- Morning Mingle at Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine; 307 Scenic Valley Ave; 7:45 a.m.

July 10 - Ribbon Cutting at One Eighty Salon; 121 W. Salem Ave., 8:30 a.m. New

July 13 - Ribbon Cutting at Warren County Vapor Products, 106 N. Howard; 8:30 a.m. New

July 22 - 27 - Warren County Fair; Fairgrounds

July 24-August 1; National Balloon Classic

July 25- Open Air Market 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

July 29-Morning Mingle at Balloon Fields sponsored by Warren County Economic
Development; TBD

August 13 - Morning Mingle at Simpson College, Hubbell 1, Kent Center; 8:30 a.m.

August 27 - Morning Mingle at Christian Opportunity Center; 8:30 a.m., 1602 N. 14th Street

December 17 -PM Mixer at Brickhouse Tavern - 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Mark your calanders and plan to attend the Homemade Ice Cream Social on Sunday, June 28, 2015. Enjoy beefburgers, homemade pie, cake and ice cream from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.! The church is located at Hwy. G36 & 160th Avenue, 4 miles NE of Indianola. 

Stop by the Chamber to pick up your discounted movie tickets! As a member, you can enjoy this benefit any time! Each ticket is $6

 

Warren Country Conservation is hosting a Parks Tour & Wine Tasting on July 12, 2015. The Park tour will be held from 1-3 p.m. Hop on a bus at the Annett Nature Center for a guided tour of  three different Warren County Conservation Board Parkd before bringing you back to the Annette Nature Center for the wine tasting. The wine tasting will be held from 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.. There will be appetizers and music to listen to while enjoying free wine samples. The tasting is provided by Annelise Winery, LaVida Loca Winery and Summerset Winery.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED! Reservations can be made at warrenccb.org/parktourandwine or by calling 515-961-619. Prepayment is required and participants must be at least 21 years of age. The cost is $10/person.

Plan ahead and mark your calendars for the other upcoming Chamber Day's at Papa Murphy's Pizza.    When you are on the go, its nice to give yourself a break and have more time with your family. Enjoy a fresh pizza from Papa Murphy's and support the Chamber's "Think Indianola First" campaign

• August 20
• October 15
• December 17

Posting your ad is easy!  Learn more about utilzing this resource by contacting the Chamber at 515-961-6269.
 

Ski in the Alps! Swim in the Tropics! YOU DECIDE!

Enter to win a travel voucher of $1,500!  Stop by the office today to purchase your raffle tickets today.  Tickets are $10 each.  Purchase your raffle tickets toady for a chance to win this awesome trip! 
 

You are invited to attend the Morning Mingle at the Des Moines Metro Opera on Thursday, June 25, 2015, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Blank Performing Arts Center, 106 W. Buxton, on the Simpson College campus. 

This opera season includes three operas and 15 performances not to miss.  Mystery, intrigue, love, and drama are just a few of the elements that make each opera performance magical.  Indianola is lucky to host some of the most talented performers in the country.  No need to fly to New York or somewhere else when you can see the German opera "The Abduction from the Seraglio", the Italian opera "The Girl of the Golden West", or an opera sung in Czech right in your backyard. 

And, as a special treat, the Des Moines Metro Opera is teaming up with the Warren County Cattlemen to provide  a wonderful lunch and chance to see the "The Girl of the Golden West" for  just $20 on July 4th!  Lunch starts at noon!  Anyone who lives or works in Warren County can take advantage of this special offer by calling 515-961-6221 or online by visiting www.desmoinesmetroopera.org.

Did you know that networking is your #1 referral source?  Are you taking the time to tell people what you do?  Did you know that sharing your business lesson's learned and contacts can benefit someone else and make you a valuable resource to others?  Take advantage of this great networking opportunity and generate some new contacts for your business, not to mention meet some really interesting performers from accross the country!

Plan to meet staff and production members who work year round to bring world class opera to Indianola and the Midwest.

Thousands of guests attend the National Balloon Classic each year, and we want to keep them coming back!  It takes lots of man power to organize and run this awesome event, and Staci Scheurenbrand and Becky Kakac move mountains to give our guests one heck of a show!  But, they need help!

The Indianola Chamber's powerful network can definitely show our support.  We need you, and here's how you can help.  Have fun, promote your business, and support this big event by signing up for one or two of the following opportunities.  The dates the Chamber has been asked to cover are July 24, 26, and 29.  We need 6 volunteers each night to cover the front gate and 8 (4 teams of 2) volunteers for night glow sales.

Gate Duty: 3:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. - Sell/take admission tickets at the main entrance. Wear something promoting your business as you welcome guests to our community and this great event. (6 volunteers needed each night)
Night Glow Sales - 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. - As a fundraiser for the Chamber, sell night glow items throughout the crowd at the balloon fields and enjoy the evening activities during the event.  (8 volunteers needed each night).  Click the balloon to register to volunteer!


Volunteer online at http://indianola.chamberofcommerce.me/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=INDI&evid=24957807

Grab your spouse, best friend, or colleague and volunteer today!  We need your help!

 

Purchase your BalloonScape from the National Balloon Museum today!

The Sky’s the Limit BalloonScape is a one-of-a-kind attraction at the National Balloon Museum that reflects the sights, scenes, and historical points of Indianola. Purchase a metal balloon and work with an artist of your choice to design and creatively paint a balloon that represents your organization and the theme, “The Sky's The Limit!” The balloon base is inscribed with the name of your organization or person purchasing the balloon. A BalloonScape would be a great way to honor a ballooning pioneer or enthusiast. You can choose to place your balloon in the BalloonScape Garden at the National Balloon Museum or place it at a destination of your choice.  The 3 foot tall, 12-panel metal balloon weighs 150 lbs.


The BalloonScape's can be placed at the National Balloon Museum (NBM) but don't have to be, although pricing is based on where the BalloonScape will be located.  The cost is more if placed at the NBM to cover maintenance.  The cost is:

$1,000 cost per balloon placed at the National Balloon Museum, price includes maintenance and landscaping for five years.
 
$500 cost per balloon if not placed at the National Balloon Museum.

The Order Form is attached. Please contact Becky Wigeland  at 515-961-3714 or email museum@nationalballoonmuseum.com if you have any questions.

 

Morning mingles are an excellent way to network and showcase your business!  Show your support for fellow business owners and plan to attend the following Morning Mingles and PM Mixers.  The Morning Mingles start at 8:30 a.m. and the PM Mixers start at 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Morning Mingles.
June 25 - Des Moines Metro Opera: 8:30 a.m.; Blank Performing Arts Center, 106 W. Boston Ave.
July 9 - Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine; 307 Scenic Valley Ave; 7:45 a.m.
July 29 - Warren County Economic Development: TBD
August 13 - Simpson College, Hubbell 1, Kent Center; 8:30 a.m.
August 27 - Christian Opportunity Center: 8:30 a.m., 1602 N. 14th Street

PM Mixers
December 17 - Brickhouse Tavern - 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.


 

Warren County is rich with an interesting and robust agricultural economy.  Have you ever seen an organic worm casting farm or visited a horse ranch with a riding stable?  

Take the Warren County Farm Tour to enjoy the bounty of nature and the hospitality of 9 niche farms!  Each farm showcases their unique style, products and produce.  Taste and nibble on specialty foods at locations throughout the tour, pick your own berries and purchase homemade fruit pies, goat milk soaps, local jams and jellies and other locally made products.

Take a leisurlely stroll (car ride) to any or all of the farms on the tour and enjoy the sites, scenes and sounds of some of Warren County's greatest treasures.

The 2015 Warren County Farm Tour is August 30, 2015, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.  There are sponsorship opportunities available ranging from $50 to $750 if you can help!  The form is attached.

Mark your calendars and plan to attend a day full of inspiration, fun, and learning!  A great event for the entire family! 

If you have any questions, please contact Beth McGeough at 515-961-7252.

THE ACADEMY AT CROSSFIT 65/69

Begins July 13th

 

 

 

The Academy is the perfect place to begin setting your fitness goals!

 

American Pickers will be in Iowa in July looking for leads throughout the state.  They are looking for interesting characters and unique items for them to showcase on their television show, which airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. CST on History. 

American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on History.  This show follows two of the most skilled pickers in the business, Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz.

Mike and Frank are only interested in private collections so no stores, malls, flea markets, museums, auctions, businesses or anything open to the public.  But, I am certain we all have unusual or vintage items we might like to barter to sell.  They are looking  for things like vintage bicycles, toys, unusual radios, movie memorabilia, music equipment, automotive items, folk art, clothing, early firefighting equipment, and pre-50's western gear.

If you have something of interest, email your name, number, address, photos and description of collection to americanpickers@cineflix.com or call 855-old-rust.

If you haven't seen the show, tune in sometime.  It's fun, entertaining, and interesting!

 

The Carson & Barnes Circus is coming to town July 2, 2015, at the Warren County Fairgrounds! Enjoy two show times 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Discounted tickets are available by calling 580-743-7292 or online at www.bigtopshow.com.