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Chamber Day at Papa Murphy's Pizza

Next Chamber Day August 20

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.  Other upcoming dates:
  • October 15
  • December 17

Calendar of Events

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

August 28 - Ribbon Cutting at Upper Cuts; 10 a.m., 102 N. Howard

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

Check Out this Partnership Perk!

Des Moines Regional Research, Stats and Data Hub

Members of the Indianola Chamber of Commerce enjoy the member benefits offered by the Greater Des Moines Partnership.  We collaborate with the Partnership to provide you with tools and resources to make your business more effective.
 
Earlier this year, The Partnership launched the Des Moines Regional Research, Stats and Data Hub, a statistical dashboard filled with rich information on the Greater Des Moines area. Users will find leading indicators along with research and data trends needed to make business and policy decisions. The site offers current economic, demographic, and workforce information sourced from official government data on the five-county Des Moines MSA and six nearby counties.
 
All of the research is accessible free of charge and is presented in an easy-to-use format.  Charts and data can be captured and used in other presentations.
 
The Data Hub is another way that Chamber Members are able to tap into information and resources available through the Partnership’s regional network. For more information on the Des Moines Regional Research, Stats and Data Hub website, please visit http://www.desmoinesmetrodata.com/.

BURGER KING NIGHT for the Warren County Historical Society

Burger King Night every 4th Tuesday for the rest of 2015!
Support Warren County Historical Society when you eat at the Indianola Burger King. Twenty percent of what you spend at Burger King on every 4thTuesday, (August 25th, September 22nd, October 20th, November 24th, and December 22nd) between 5 and 8 will go to Warren County Historical Society.
Be sure to leave your receipt either in the container on the counter inside or at the drive-through window.
Give while you eat!
Thank you for your participation.

Indianola School District 2015-2016 Calendar

Start Date is Just Around the Corner

The Indianola School District’s calendar is now available. Traditional calendar schools start August 24, 2015. Print a copy now and plan ahead for scheduled breaks, finals, and other in-service days when you could have an influx of customers!

Something to think about!  In late April each year, more than half of our high school students are eligible and eager to do service projects within our community.  Think now how your business might benefit from the help of our youth.  The high school advisory program could use your input in developing service projects now.  Contact Rachel Bell at 515-961-0176 to provide input and suggestions on future service projects.

 

IMU - Serving Indianola for 125 Years

IMU celebrates providing electric public power in Indianola for 125 years. "Save The Date" for a public meet & greet reception planned for October 6th at Simpson College Hubbell Hall North. There will be cake and refreshments. As a public owned utility this is a celebration not only for our employees and Board but also for the public who has made us who we are today and supported us through the years. We want to talk with and thank all of our customers! 

Discounted Movie Tickets at Indianola Fridley Theatre

Member2Member Program

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

 

Promote your Business in the Classifieds Area of the Chamber's Website

I-Clips Coupon and Classified Ads

Who needs Groupon when you can post your coupons, classified ads, employment openings, or available rental properties without paying any fees!  Members only can promote their businesses by posting an ad in the newly developed classifiied section of the Chamber's website!

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

Chamber of Commerce Mobile App

Buy A Raffle Ticket to Win a Vacation Voucher - You Decide Where

Chamber of Commerce Fundraiser

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! 
 

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Catch Bob Kling in Action Today August 19 until 2 p.m.!

Ever caught an artist at work!  It's fascinating!

Catch Bob Kling at work today until 2 p.m. He is working outside his studio, 905 N. Buxton Street, doing a Raku firing and horse hair Raku.  Anybody can stop by and watch!  Don't ask what it is, just catch the show if you can!

Thanks Bob for sharing!

 

Christian Opportunity Center Morning Mingle - August 27

Networking Has Never Been So Easy

Come support and learn about the wonderful work Christian Opportunity Center does.
 
COC Morning Mingle
8:30 a.m. August 27, 2015 

1602 N. 14th Street
 
About them: Christian Opportunity Center (COC) is a nonprofit organization that supports more than 250 people with disabilities in Indianola, Des Moines, Knoxville, Oskaloosa, Pella and Waukee.
 
They provide residential, vocational and spiritual services. Our residential services encourage independence and enable people supported to decide what living arrangement best suits their individual needs. Our vocational services provide on-the-job training and support to help people with disabilities learn the necessary job duties to be successful in employment. And, on the spiritual side of things... we work with people with disabilities to help them experience the joy of knowing that they are of value to God through daily interactions, devotions, Bible studies and retreats.
 
Christian Opportunity Center…supporting people, changing lives.

DON'T MISS IT...See you there!

Simpson Community Showcase - LAST CALL

Market Your Business to New Students and Parents!

Simpson College is offering you an opportunity to showcase your business to new students, parents and guests during its Indianola Community Showcase.

This is a free opportunity and perfect time for you to start building a relationship with 400 new students and their families.  Reserve your space today!  Contact Bobbi Meyer, bobbi.meyer@simpson.edu or 515-961-1372.
 
Event information: 
Date:  Saturday, August 29, 2015
Time:  1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Kent Campus Center Black Box Theatre

 

Upper Cuts Ribbon Cutting

Meet Debby Williams, Owner

Come meet them at the Ribbon Cutting
10 a.m. Friday, August 28, 2015
102 N Howard


UpperCuts is a very unique shop, that takes you back to the good old days..comfortable and yet professional and the atmosphere is just so Cool! 

Debby Williams and Shawn Smith offer haircuts for the whole family.  They specialize in traditional haircuts from a simple buzz cut, fades, flat tops, and scissor cuts to pompadour styles. Shawn specializes in hot towel straight razor shaves. They offer $10 haircuts for Veterans everyday and on Tuesday's $10 haircuts for everyone. This fall they will be stocking a full line of grooming products. Our hours are Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m.- 6 pm. and   Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
 
 You can also visit our gift store GoodFinds where we carry Swan Creek candles, Junk Gypsy Paints, Mona B bags that are made from recycled products, local hand made soaps, Handmade jewelry, handmade barn board pieces, tin signs and many unique used items. And, we will have new items coming this fall!
 

Indianola Bike Night

This Friday, August 21, 2015

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Warren County Farm Tour

August 30, 2015 Be There or Be Square



Life on the farm is fascinating!   Mark your calendars for  Sunday, August 30th,  from 11 am until 6 pm to visit nine niche farms in Warren County.  We have an eclectic and robust agricultural scene which you won’t want to miss.
  • Find out where you can find 900,000 African Night Crawlers.
  • Learn how worms are hatched and fed and how the organic castings may be used to enhance your garden. 
  • Visit two types of berry farms. One grows aronia berries and the other grows raspberries, blueberries, blackberries and tart cherries. 
  • Savor the taste of fresh berries over the Outside Scoop’s freshly made ice cream or purchase fresh baked fruit pies from Summerset Home Bakery. 
  • Checkout homemade relishes and jams, vegies grown for farmers’ markets, local honey, Bramblewood Acres’ goat’s milk lotions and soaps, a milking demonstration, and a petting zoo. 
  • Sample Nose-2-Toes lotions and soaps. 
  • Purchase locally grown, USDA certified beef. 
  • View Hanna’s Fainting Goats, a 107 year old restored barn, restored antique farm implements and children fishing from a pond. 
  • Listen to live music.  Smell the flowers.  Adopt a dog!  Ride a horse.  Eat until content!

Learn more at www.warrencountyfarmtour.com.
 

Theisen's Presents Two Great Opportunities

Direct Grants and Free Food Preservation Class

Theisen’s More for Your Community Grant Applications Due August 31
 
The 2015 Theisen’s More for Your Community Grants are due Aug. 31. This year, more than $200,000 in total grants will be distributed to the region served by Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto, with each store having at least $5,000 available. The maximum request per project application is $5,000.
 
The More for Your Community Program will make direct grants to agencies to jumpstart and/or sustain projects that most effectively and directly serve the basic needs of families and children, which include food, shelter, education, safety and health. Applicants must be 501(c)(3), nonprofit, government-sponsored or school-sponsored organizations and that directly serve children and families within a 60-mile radius of a Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto store.
 
The online application process is open now at www.dbqfoundation.org/Theisens.  Directions to access the online site are also available at the checkouts at each store.  Applications are due August 31, 2015!

Food Preservation 101:
Theisen’s presents free canning class Aug. 31
 
Not sure what to do with all the excess produce in your summer vegetable garden?
Planning a garden for next year?  Find out how to preserve food safely at home! 
 
“Food Preservation 101,” a fun, free ISU Extension class about general food preservation principles will be given Monday, Aug. 31, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Theisen’s Home-Farm-Auto, 2312 N. Jefferson Way, Indianola.
 
The class includes current recommendations for canning, freezing and drying. No actual hands-on preservation will be done in class. Participants will be able to inspect and discuss a variety of food canning and drying supplies and equipment. All will receive a list of accurate and safe food preservation resources. The purpose of the class is to help beginners decide which method of food preservations is right for them and to remind experienced canners of the latest safety recommendations.
 
Theisen’s will provide light refreshments and food preservation door prizes.
The class is free, but space is limited. To register, please call Theisen’s
at 515-961-4500 or e-mail 21-Indianola@theisens.com
Class registrations can also be made in person in the Theisen’s store.
 
Teaching the class will be Mary Krisco, MS, RD, Human Sciences Specialist in Nutrition and Wellness for ISU Extension, Warren County.
 
A new and revised ISU Extension publication, Canning Salsa, will also be distributed free at the class. 
 

Indianola Community Day with Iowa Hawkeye Football September 26th!

Discounted Tickets for the ENTIRE COMMUNITY!!!!

Hey all of you Hawkeye fans... get on board to participate and share this awesome opportunity to watch the Iowa Hawkeyes play!

 

 North Texas - September 26th - Regular ticket price: $60.00 

Your price: - $40.00 adult game tickets (you save $20.00) 

$25.00 youth game tickets 
 

click on the link below to buy your tickets NOW!!!!
https://bravosportsmarketing.com/product/indianola-community-day-with-iowa-football/

Morning Mingle/PM Mixer/Ribbon Cutting Line-Up

Mark Your Calendar and Plan to Attend

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 opportunities and do something great for your business, not to mention meet some really interesting leaders in this community.

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.  Ribbon Cuttings vary so be sure to check the time!

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

Ribbon Cuttings
August 28 - Upper Cuts: 10:00 a.m. 102 S. Howard

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


 

Your Clear Next Step Class Line-Up

Register Today

Register now for any of the classes offered by Your Clear Next Step.

Effective Facilitation
August 25 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
http://www.yourclearnextstep.com/rsvpmaker/effective-facilitation-2015-8-25/
This course takes you beyond the standard meeting management basics into how you can prepare for and facilitate any situation where you'll be in charge of corralling the minds of several individuals to reach a common goal - whether you're among friends or in a hostile environment where folks aren't playing nice.

Dealing with Conflict in the Workplace
August 27 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
http://www.yourclearnextstep.com/rsvpmaker/effective-facilitation-2015-8-25/
Meet our new and improved Conflict Resolution curriculum! In this class, we'll explore communication tricks and tools to have at your fingertips whenever you encounter conflict, and practice putting them to use.

Intro to Agile 
August 27 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
http://www.yourclearnextstep.com/rsvpmaker/intro-to-agile-2015-8-27/
Designed for the paradigm-shift training to educate as many folks in an organization as possible to help get everyone on the same page about what Agile is, and explore how it would look in your organization. Learn and practice tools and techniques to make Agile work for you and your team!

Fall Leadership Series (runs every other week for 5 sessions) 
September 8 - October 7  8:30 AM -11:30 AM
http://www.yourclearnextstep.com/rsvpmaker/leading-from-self-awareness-2015-4-9/
For new leaders, for emerging leaders, for individuals who want to form a foundation for leadership even before they formally have leadership titles, for leaders who need new skills or tools to lead changing employee teams or changing work forces, or meet new customer demands, our behavioral leadership series provides a simple framework, a reusable model, and a ton of hands-on, practical application to help lead your team and your organization to greater success in 2015.
 
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