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Country Heart Boutique Ribbon Cutting

November 18, 2015

Don't miss the Ribbon Cutting and plan on welcoming Country Heart Boutique to Indianola!The Ribbon Cutting is November 18, 2015, at 10 a.m. Country Heart Boutique is located on the square at 104 S. Howard Street, just south of Pageturners.

Country Heart Boutique is a family-owned business with hand-crafted jewelry that is one of a kind. They also carry handbags, accessories, scarves, and much more. Meet the women who run the boutique, Pam and Tammi! Welcome them to the community and introduce yourself! We are so glad to have them join the Chamber network!  See you there! 

Thank You Veterans For Your Service

Norwalk Hosts Joint Warren County Meeting

For School Board Members and Chambers of Commerce in Warren

Norwalk is hosting a joint Warren County School Boards/Chambers of Commerce/Farm Bureau meeting at Lakeside Elementary School, 9210 Happy Hollow Drive, at 6:30 p.m. on November 30, 2015. There will be hors d’oeuvres at 6:00 P.M. prior to the meeting.

The Greater Des Moines Partnership will speak about school-business relationships. Margaret Buckton will speak about legislative issues, and there will be a time for letter writing to legislators for those who are interested.

 

Participate in the Holiday Extravaganza

Complete your Vendor/Parade Forms Today!

Fill out your Vendor or Lighted Parade form now

The fee to be a vendor is $25 for Chamber members and $40 for a non-Chamber members.

Completed forms should be returned to the Indianola Chamber of Commerce by November 20, 2015.


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Community Bank Holiday Open House

Champagne Brunch and Bingo Benefit

Tour of Homes Tickets Now Available!!

The Holiday Tour of Homes and Taste of Warren County tickets are now available for purchase!  Tickets cost $15/person before the event and $20/person on the day of the events.

Find out Where to Get Your Tickets!

Calendar of Events

November 18 - Ribbon Cutting at Country Heart Boutique; 104 S. Howard, 10 a.m.
November 28- Small Business Saturday; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

December 2 - Ribbon Cutting - UPS Store, 1214 N. Jefferson Way - 10 a.m. New
December 4- Holiday Extravaganza on the Square; 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
December 10- Indianola Young Professionals Meeting; Hy-Vee Market Cafe

December 10- Santa House Open and Horse Drawn Carriage Rides 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Square
December 10- 5th Annual Open House and Hat/Glove Drive; Ellis Law; 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

December 11 & 12- Tour of Homes and Taste of Warren County/ Holiday Market
December 16- Legislative Luncheon; Summerset Winery; Noon-1:30 p.m.
December 17 -PM Mixer at Brickhouse Tavern - 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

December 17- Santa House Open and Horse Drawn Carriage Rides 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Square
 

5th Annual Open House and Hat & Glove Drive

Edge of Woods Raspberry Farm Holiday Open House

November 21, 2015

It's a berry good day to catch the Edge of Woods Raspberry Farm's Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 21, 2015, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.!  Enjoy refreshments, browse farm-made jams & jellies, fresh baked goods, and unique gift items!
 

The holiday's are around the corner!  Share something special with your family and friends from Edge of Woods Raspberry Farm located at 15285 Fairfax St. (turn on the Summerset Road and follow the signs from the Summerset Bike Trail.)  Contact Beth McGeough with questions at 515-961-7252.
 

 

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Chamber Day at Papa Murphy's Pizza

Don't Cook!   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 on October 15, 2015!  

Other upcoming dates:
  • December 17

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

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

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Governor Branstad Tour Across Iowa

Stops at Community Bank

There was a great turnout at Community Bank who hosted a reception for Governor Terry E. Branstad as he tours the state of Iowa.  Pictured below with the Governor is Casey Blake (left) and Keith Welling!  Thank you to everyone who attended!

A BIG Thank You to the Holiday Extravaganza Planning Committee

We want to extend a BIG THANK YOU to our Holiday Extravaganza Planning Committee!!! Without your commitment and support to this event and to our community, we would not be able to put on this event. Thank you for your continued hard work as we get ready for this great community event! 

Breanna Vickroy, Ellis Law
Karla Smith, Dr. Boone's Office
Kim Davis, Downing Construction
Desiree Dixon, Good Samaritan Society
Chelle Klootwyk, IMU
Mary O'Brien, Regions Bank
Rick Wilson, Noon Lion's Club
Robert Lyons, Simpson College Rotarac Club
Jordan Pope, Simpson College Student
Kelly Webster, Chamber staff
Scott Weinman, Committee Chair
 

Don't Miss Small Business Saturday!!

Mark your calendars, make your list and shop til you drop as you THINK INDIANOLA FIRST ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH!
 Support your local businesses as you enjoy special deals on some of your favorite products, and participate in fun activities throughout the day. 
Grab your friends and make a day of it...See you all there!

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Holiday Tablescapes and Nativity Sets

    
The Tour of Homes committee is seeking individuals who would like to participate in the Tablescapes and Nativity Sets during the 2015 Tour of Homes. The Holiday Tablescape and Nativity Set displays will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at the St. Thomas Aquinas Pastoral Center. 

The Nativity Sets are new this year!  Shop the Holiday Market, feast on a soup and sandwich, and enjoy the beauty, elegance and tradition of the Tablescapes and Nativity Sets. 

Register today to share your beautiful Nativity and Tablescape displays during this event!  There is no charge to participate. Your completed registration forms are due NO later than noon on November 30, 2015. 

Warren County Legislative Luncheon

Hosted this Year by the Carlisle Chamber of Commerce


Plan to attend the 2015 Legislative Luncheon on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 from noon to 1:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity for business owners in Warren County to hear from elected officials about their 2016 legislative agendas. 

The cost to attend is $20 for anyone who makes a reservation by December 1, 2015, and $25 for any reservations after December 1st.  The event will take place at Summerset Winery on Fairfax Street in Indianola, IA. 
 
To register, send the name(s) of all attendee(s) and a check to: 
Barbara Rasko
Carlisle Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 487
Carlisle, IA 50047
          OR
Bring $25 to the door on the day of the event!

For any questions, please email BRasko@carlisleiachamber.org. 

Holiday Extravaganza Main Attractions

Don't miss the Holiday Extravaganza on the Indianola Town Square,  December 4, 2015! Bundle up and don't miss any of the fun activities.

5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Catch the following:
  • Pictures with Santa at the new Santa House, sponsored by Downing Construction and Circle B Cashway (house) and Community Bank (Santa)
  • Puddle Jumpin Geese, sponsored by Exit Realty North Star
  • Polar Express Train Rides, provided by Walnut Ridge Farm
  • Horse Drawn Wagon Rides, sponsored by City State Bank
  • Performance by Elsa, Anna and Olaf, Frozen, sponsored by Weinman Insurance
  • North Pole Photo Booth, sponsored by Peoples Bank
  • Children's Holiday Shopping, sponsored by Noon Lion's Club
  • Elf Warming Stations - sponsored by Miller Electric
  • Live Nativity Scene
And, enjoy the musical sounds of the:
  • Simpson Madrigal Singers
  • four quartets from the Indianola High School,
  • large group choir from the Indianola High School
  • Methodist Church Bell Choir
6 p.m. - Lighting of the Square - sponsored by Indianola Municipal Utilities - kick off the holidays by celebrating the lighting of the trees on the square and enjoy the music of the Indianola Choir

7:45 p.m. - Lighted Parade - sponsored by Noble Ford - end the night with a fun, entertaining lighted parade; Master of Ceremonies is Bob Kling

And, much, much, more!

Don't forget to bring a non-perishable canned good for the local food pantry!  Bring your contributions to the Santa House.


 

Carousel Theater of Indianola PRESENTS

A comedy musical by Dan Goggin on November 13,14, 20, and 21 at 7:00 p.m. Matinees will be shown at 2:00 p.m. on November 15 and November 22. The musical will be shown at Methodist Church Parrish Hall. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for students. This event is sure to put a smile on your face!

Garden Barn Christmas Open House

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Chamber Newsletter Production Deadline

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Share your good news, articles and updates with fellow Chamber members.  Utilize a powerful network to get your news out! 

Please submit your articles, updates, or news by close of business the Friday before the What's Up Wednesday newsletter you want your news to be distributed.  The upcoming production schedule looks like this:
 
Submissions Due 4 p.m.                                   Newsletter Publish Date
November 13, 2015                                           November 18, 2015
November 20, 2015                                           November 25, 2015
November 25, 2015 (Thanksgiving week)         December 2, 2015
 
Email your newsletter items to whatsup@indianolachamer.com.  Please type "NEWSLETTER" in the Subject Line.  Images submitted should be in a jpg format. 

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Santa House Opens for the Season December 4

Also Open December 10th & 17th

Bring your kids, grandkids, or just yourself to visit Santa at his new house!
 
  • December 4, 2015, Holiday Extravaganza 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • December 10 & 17 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
 A big thank you to Downing Construction and Circle B Cashway for building Santa's new house!                                                                                                     
                     
        
A big thank you to Community Bank for hosting Santa:   
 

And a big thank you to City State Bank, Iowa Realty, and MarketLink for sponsoring the horse drawn wagon rides during this holiday season!
 




 

Chamber Member Spotlight-Scovel Taxidermy

Contact the Scovels at 515-961-341


It's hunting season again! Be sure to contact Rocky and Tiffany to get your game mounted. To view their quality work on display.... stop by the Indianola Chamber of Commerce.
 
Contact the Scovels at thescovels@netzero.com

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Thank You Holiday Extravaganza Sponsors

We Appreciate YOU!

We want to thank all of our sponsors for their time and resources to make this a not to miss event! This event would not be possible without all of your support!
 

 

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Thank You Taste of Warren County and Tour of Homes Sponsors

We Appreciate YOU!


Thank you to all of our sponsors!  Without you, the Chamber could not put on this great event!   

 

 

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