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Celebrate Mother's Day at Summerset Winery

Mother's Day May 8

Give Mom Some R & R!  Celebrate Mother's Day at Summerset Winery where Tony Valdez & the Retro Rockets will be playing from 2:00-5:00 pm during Sunday Tunes.

Summerset is also offering FREE entry for Mom along with a complimentary glass of Sangria!

Ferinheit Mobile Wood Oven Pizza wil be on hand to satisfy your hunger, Heartland Prairie Massage will be on hand to help Mom relax, and cupcakes will be available for purchase. 

A great day for mom!

Calendar of Events

May 19 - Bike Night - Standing Hampton
May 21
- Ribbon Cutting at Jericho Hills Camp & Retreat Center, 900 Knotts 1st Street, Lucas, IA, 10:30 a.m. NEW TIME
May 27 -  Wake Up Indianola - Chamber Cafe' - Hosted by the Indianola Parks & Recreation; location Indianola Aquatic Center; 8 a.m. Topic/Question of the Day:  What's The Biggest Challenge of a Business Owner (or of a business doing business in Indianola)? New
​June 3 -  Friday Night Live Summer Concert Series 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. 
​June 3 -   Ribbon cutting at Rudolf Insurance and  "Wake Up Indianola - Chamber Cafe' " Topic: Part 2- What are some solutions to the biggest hurdles of a small business owner in Indianola New
​June 10 -  Friday Night Live Summer Concert Series 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
​June 11 -  Think Indianola First Quarterly Shop Local Event New
June 17 - Bike Night - P.O.W. The Band 
​June 24 -  Friday Night Live Summer Concert Series 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. 
July 13 -  Indianola Chamber of Commerce Golf Open
July 15 - Bike Night - Toaster Rocks
August 19 - Bike Night - Sons of Gladys Kravitz
September 16 - Bike Night - Cold Filter
​September 24 -  Think Indianola First Quarterly Shop Local Event 
November 26 -  Think Indianola First Small Business Saturday New
​December 2 -  Holiday Extravaganza 
​December 10 -  Think Indianola First Shop Local Event New

News from Indianola Community School Disrict

Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten Registration Deadline
  
Emerson, Whittier and Wilder Elementaries.................................................. May 31
 
 
Kindergarten Transition Day(s)
Irving Elementary
     
Wednesday, June 1 (1 day only)   8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
                     or
12:00 PM to 2:30 PM
     
Kindergarten students start school on July 11
 
Additional information about transition days will be mailed to parents from Irving Elementary at the beginning of May.
 
Emerson, Whittier and Wilder Elementaries
     
Tuesday, August 23 and
Wednesday, August 24
Emerson
Whittier
Wilder
8:10 AM to 3:00 PM
8:10 AM to 3:00 PM
7:50 AM to 3:00 PM
 
Kindergarten students will find out their homeroom teacher on Wednesday, the 24th, and will start school on Thursday, August 25.
 
Additional information about transition days will be mailed to parents from the student’s assigned building by the second week of August.
Open House
 
Irving Elementary
     
KG-5th grades Thursday, July 7 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
     
Emerson, Whittier and Wilder Elementaries
     
1st through 5th grades
 
Kindergarten
Thursday, August 18
 
Wednesday, August 24
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
 
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
 

Warren County Well Testing

Many of the wells still in use today in Warren County were constructed in a manner that does not meet modern construction standards or adequately protect the quality of the water.  Some of these wells are good enough that they can be renovated by reconstructing the top ten feet of the well.  Many others are so poorly constructed that they can only be abandoned, plugged and replaced by another water source.

Contact Warren County Health Services at 515-961-1074 if you have an abanoned well or have questions about your current well. 
 

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Vintage Hills Cooperative - Live the Life

1 Unit Available NOW!

Tired of home maintenance responsibilities? Thinking of downsizing?  Owning a home at Vintage Hills Cooperative can simplify your life.

One Unit for Sale:
1,264 sq. ft.
2 bedroom/2 bath

For more information, schedule a tour, or to be put on a waiting list, please contact Melissa at 515-962-2066.


 

Chamber of Commerce Mobile App

Stay Connected in Real Time!


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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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Discounted Movie Tickets for 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.

It's Friday Night Live!

The Summer Concert Series of the Year



 It's Friday Night Live - June 24, 2016! 
                           
 

FINAL MIX serves up the latest in R&B, Jazz Fusion, Blues, Hip Hop, Rock & Roll and original material. The leader and songwriter of the group is DEL "SAXMAN" JONES. For Del, blowing smooth sounds from his saxophone is as natural as his heartbeat. After many years of playing his soprano, alto and tenor saxophones, this internationally acclaimed musician and front man of FINAL MIX is taking the band's sounds and high-energy performance around the world.

   

Where:  Indianola Memorial Park, West Euclid Ave. & North G Street
Time:    6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost:    $5 Adults; Children 10 and under free; Youth 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years and older
Food Available for Purchase: Ferinheit Pizza, hamburgers/hot dogs, and Kettle Corn
Beverages Available for Purchase: Cold Beer, Wine Coolers, soda and water
*No outside coolers will be allowed

Other Friday Night Live Bands:
June 3Joshua Sinclair & Hollywood Burnout - Genre: Pop, Alternative Rock, & Crossover Country  

June 10 Rebel Road - Genre: Rock 'n' Roll, Country, and Southern Rock

Proudly Presented by:
Community Bank, City of Indianola, Hy-Vee, Indianola Chamber of Commerce, Peoples Bank, Simpson College, Studio Fusco and ......

Downing Construction, Ellis Law, Dan Lee Corporation, Exit Realty, Indianola Community Schools, Indianola Noon Lions Club, Iowa Realty, Noble AutoGroup, and T.R.M. Disposal

Taylor Floral & Gifts Has that Perfect Gift for Mom

Get Something Special for Mom Today!

Wake Up Indianola - Chamber Cafe' NEW SERIES

Enhance, Connect, and Grow Your Business

NEW DATE!

Wake Up Indianola!  It's time to get serious about enhancing, connecting and growing your business!

This is a new opportunity provided only to chamber members to collaborate and connect with other businesses with an intentional focus on commerce.

Our first host is the Indianola Parks and Recreation, who is gearing up for the summer sizzle!  Plan to meet at the Indianola Aquatic Center on the NEW DATE OF MAY 27, 2016, at 8 a.m.   Learn about what's going on with the Indianola Parks & Recreation department and the aquatic center, then settle in as the group dial's in on:
 
" What's The Biggest Challenges of a Business Owner (or of a business doing business) in Indianola?"

Small groups will collaborate, utilizing the expertise of our chamber members, and communicate the results.  The group will then dial-in and determine opportunities to manage or mitigate the obstacles!
WHEN: MAY 27, 2016  New Date
WHERE:  Indianola Aquatic Center
TIME:  8 A.M.


You don't want to miss the chance to focus on your business!  Give yourself an hour to discover more about yourself and your business!

Celebrate National Small Business Week with Bank of the West

May 6, 2016 11 am to 4 pm

Celebrate "National Small Business Week" on May 6, 2016, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the Indianola Bank of the West!  Enjoy warm hospitality and refreshments with the Bank of the West team!
 

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Chamber Newsletter Goes Bi-Weekly May 4th!

Yours News is Good News! Share it!

Starting May 4th, the What's Up Wednesday newsletter will be produced bi-weekly.  Plan ahead and share your good news, articles and updates with fellow Chamber members.  Utilize this 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 based on the bi-weekly production schedule noted below:
 
Submissions Due 4 p.m.               Newsletter Publish Date                            
New Bi-weekly production schedule:
May 13, 2016                                May 18, 2016
May 27, 2016                                June 1, 2016
June 10, 2016                               June 15, 2016
June 24, 2016                               June 29, 2016
 
 

Email your newsletter item to:whatsup@indianolachamber.com.
Please type "NEWSLETTER" in the Subject line.
Images submitted MUST BE in .jpg format. 

Share your news with a network of businesses and individuals who care!

5th Annual Rotary Ride Across Warren County

May 7, 2016



Proceeds from the Silent Auction go toward funding a wheelchair accessible swing at Emerson Elementary, provided by Warren County Leadership Institute Class of 2016! All contributions and donations appreciated. CLICK HERE TODAY to see how!

Support our local artist's new book!

Bob Kling's “How to Glue Your Face to the Carpet and 365 O

A new book written and illustrated by Indianola artist, Bob Kling titled, “How to Glue Your Face to the Carpet and 365 Other Great Sketchbook Assignments,” has just been published by Blurb Books and is available online at Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. It’s a wonderful idea book, think book, doodle book, practice book and visual journal for students, art teachers and professional artists. The paperback sells for $25.68 and the hardbound edition is $47.55 and contains sketchbook ideas for every day of the year.

GET YOURS TODAY!
 

Register NOW for the 2016 Golf Outing!

July 13, 2016

2016 GOLF OPEN
We all know that business is done on the golf course, so treat your clients, friends or colleagues to a great day of golf! 
When: July 13, 2016; 9 a.m. Shotgun start
Where:  Indianola Country Club
Registration Cost:  $100/golfer
(includes a golf cart, lunch, beverages, 18 holes of golf, raffle prizes, and more!) 

The Indianola Chamber Golf Classic is an excellent opportunity to market your business/company.  View all of the sponsorship opportunities available and register to play from the Chamber's online store!  Make sure you get the sponsorship opportunity you want by purchasing now!

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PRESS RELEASE!!!

Community Grants Available through Theisen's

Applications available for Theisen’s More for Your Community Grants
 



Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto is proud to announce the launch of the 2016 Theisen’s More for Your Community Grants program.

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Family Fun Day, Hog Roast and Auction May 21st!

Jericho Hills Camp and Retreat Center

We would like to invite you to our Family Fun Day, Hog Roast and Auction we are hosting on Saturday, May 21st.
 
This special fundraising and ribbon cutting event is to launch our new logo and vision for JHC&RC. 
Fair Games -10AM to 2PM
Ribbon Cutting - 10:30AM
Hog Roast -11AM to 2PM
Auction - 2PM

Event details and more about JHC&RC ...CLICK HERE!

THINK INDIANOLA FIRST!!!!!

SHOP LOCAL & SUPPORT OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES

Beef Management Workshop!

May 23rd... DONT MISS IT!

6:30–9:00 p.m. — Monday, May 23
Indianola
Pizza Ranch | 1709 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, Iowa
6:30–9:00 p.m. — Tuesday, May 24
Pizza Ranch | 1009 N 1st Ave, Winterset, Iowa
Pay for your buffet meal as you arrive, no additional fee. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m.
CLICK HERE for the flyer
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