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By the Book BA
When: Full Day Workshop, November 28, 8:30 a.m.
Were: Iowa Center for Higher Education
2500 Fleur Drive, Des Moines IA
Register Here
8 Ways to Get Noticed on Social Media Today
There's a lot of noise on the social media channels and getting noticed can seem a task akin to pushing a large bolder up an icy slope in gale-force winds blowing down off of the mountain. But it's not as hard as you think. Here are several tips to help you get your business noticed today.
Post the Easy Shares
There are certain types of posts that a large number of people respond to. These include:- Funny posts
- Statistic or data posts (if it's from your business, even better)
- Inspirational quotes
- Dramatic images
Learn more
National Balloon Classic Annual Fundraising Gala
What: National Balloon Classic Annual Fundraising Gala
When: February 2, 2019
Where: Hilton Des Moines Downtown - 435 Park Street, Des Moines
When: February 2, 2019
Where: Hilton Des Moines Downtown - 435 Park Street, Des Moines
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Thinking of Building a New House?
Heritage Hills Plat 9 is located near the Indianola Country Club. Seventeen lots are opening up this fall. See the plat map below.
Contact Karey Bishop, 515/ 453-6335
Visit KareyBishop.com
Learn more
Rotary Offers Study Abroad Options for Youth
District 6000 of Rotary International is now accepting applications for their study abroad program -- Rotary Youth Exchange -- for the academic year 2019-2020.
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Are you ready to put some free, effective marketing to work for you in 2019?
Enter the front door to the community and spend your marketing dollars wisely (no charge) with the Business Services Available to you with your Chamber Membership.
Interested?
Contact Barb Rasko at the Chamber at 515/961-6269 to join a 1-hour workshop or schedule a one-on-one about growing your business in 2019.
Promote your Business in the Classifieds Area of the Chamber's Website
Posting your ad is easy! Learn more about utilizing this resource by contacting the Chamber at
515-961-6269.
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Spread the Word on Your Upcoming Event
Don't forget to share your good news with us! You can post your upcoming events to the Chamber Community Calendar from the Chamber's homepage www.indianolachamber.com or send your submission to us via email at alerts@indianolachamber.com.
Posting to the Community Calendar is EASY! Follow these steps:
1. Click the blue "Submit an Event" button on the right hand side of the home page. Fill in the information. Upload your logo or photos and Hit save.
To have your event or news listed in the Indianola Chamber newsletter, which is sent out on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, send an email with the details of your news to newsletter@indianolachamber.com.
Questions? Call Barb Rasko at 515-961-6269.
Chamber Newsletter Production Schedule
Chamber Newsletter production timeline: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Please submit your articles, updates, or news for the What's Up Newsletter by close of business the Friday before the newsletter you want your news to be published. To insure quality of your artwork, please submit your flyer or graphic in jpg format by email. Submissions are due by 4 p.m.
Please submit your articles, updates, or news for the What's Up Newsletter by close of business the Friday before the newsletter you want your news to be published. To insure quality of your artwork, please submit your flyer or graphic in jpg format by email. Submissions are due by 4 p.m.
Submissions Publish Date
2018
Nov. 28 Dec. 5
Dec 14 Dec 19
Email your newsletter item to: newsletter@indianolachamber.com
2018
Nov. 28 Dec. 5
Dec 14 Dec 19
Email your newsletter item to: newsletter@indianolachamber.com
Please type "NEWSLETTER" in the Subject line.
Images submitted MUST BE in .jpg format.
Images submitted MUST BE in .jpg format.
Peoples Bank 20th Anniversary Celebrated with Ribbon Cutting
Kevin Halterman, CEO and president of Peoples Bank in Indianola is shown center with scissors cutting the ribbon at the bank located at 400 E. Iowa Ave. The bank celebrated 20 years with an open house on Nov. 8th. They offer full service banking and financial services from 6 locations that include Indianola, Carlisle, Pleasantville, Milo, Lacona and their newest location in Seymour. Pictured with Kevin are bank employees, customers and the Indianola Chamber of Commerce and ambassadors. Photo: Cindy Nelson
Chamber Welcomed Sluggers Batting Cages
Sluggers Batting Cages is a Baseball/Softball facility where young athletes are able to develop, increase and maintain their hitting and pitching skills. Sluggers is open to the public and is also available to rent. Sluggers is located at 2406 West 2nd Avenue in Indianola. To contact Brian, call 515/423-8460.
Enjoy the Holidays at Summerset Winery
Check out all of the fun holiday activities at Summerset Winery!
Classes and Dates:
November 8: Fall Wreath Making & Wine
November 29: Holiday Wreath Making & Wine
December 6: Holiday Wreath Making & Wine
December 13: Holiday Wreath Making & Wine
December 21: Holiday Centerpiece Making & Wine
Santa Visits Downtown Indianola
DO YOUR KIDS WANT TO MEET SANTA CLAUS?
Bring your kids and a camera for pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus. There are three opportunities:
NOVEMBER 24 - Shop Local Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon
NOVEMBER 30 - Holiday Extravaganza, 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
DECEMBER 13 - 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Think Indianola for the Holidays
Hometown Hospitality
In-store Specials
Rustiqueiowa Homespun Holiday Market (located in Trinity United Presbyterian Church)
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Craft and Vendor Fair (located in Warren County Administration Building)
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Craft and Vendor Fair (located in Warren County Administration Building)
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
AND Bring Your Kids to the
SANTA HOUSE GRAND OPENING (located on the SE corner of the square)
9 a.m. to Noon
SANTA HOUSE GRAND OPENING (located on the SE corner of the square)
9 a.m. to Noon
Indianola Living Magazine Ad
Festival of Trees on Display Now in Downtown Indianola
Stroll and shop around the Downtown Indianola Square and enjoy the beautiful Festival of Trees on display in storefront windows.
Vote for your favorite from the front page of IndianolaChamber.com. Voting closes December 17th.
Thank you to the local businesses that are participating in the Festival of Trees this year.
Vote Here
Don't Miss the Biggest Holiday Event of the Year
Make some memories with family and friends at the Holiday Extravaganza!
Check out the lineup!
Check out the lineup!
- Santa House- Starting on November 24th at the Downtown Shop Local Indianola, 9 AM to Noon
- Lighting of the Christmas Tree, 6:30 PM on the Downtown Square
- Festival of Trees, throughout the Holiday Season
- Lighted Parade (Participants Welcomed!), 8 PM
- Costumed Movie Characters
- Live Nativity Scene
- Horse-Drawn Wagon and Train Rides
- Children's Store
- And More!
Rock Around the Square in the Lighted Parade
Holiday Extravaganza Lighted Parade, November 30, 2018; 8 p.m.
Area groups and businesses are invited to participate in the Lighted Parade! Registration is not required but lots and lots of lights are! Get your lighted entry ready and line up around 7:00 p.m. on West Salem starting at the Methodist Church.
Parade Entry Information
Simpson College Madrigal Dinner
When: November 30, December 1 6:30 p.m.
Where: Great Hall, Simpson College
More Information and Tickets
Regional Legislative Lunch & Learn
Be there to welcome our newly elected legislators, and hear from our federal and local officials to learn about their vision for the 2019 legislative session.
When: December 4, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Summerset Winery, 15101 Fairfax Street, Indianola
Cost: $20
More Information and Tickets
When: December 4, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Summerset Winery, 15101 Fairfax Street, Indianola
Cost: $20
More Information and Tickets
Touring the Traditions
Tour 6 Indianola homes decorated for the holiday season.
Tickets: $15 in Advance at Peoples Bank and McCoy True Value, Tickets just $15 available at Peoples Bank, McCoy True Value, Kerry's Flowers, Lula Belle, and Indianola Activity Center.
And, at First United Methodist Church, 307 W. Ashland:
Taste of Warren County
Silent Auction
Holiday Market, Tablescape and Nativity Scenes
Breakfast and Lunch
Details
Tickets are $15 in advance, available at Kerry's Flowers, Peoples Bank or McCoy True Value.
IYP Holiday Trivia
Where: Indianola Country Club
No fee to participate
Wear your holidays best, prizes each round and for winning team
Details
Indianola Noon Lions offers a 6-Night Stay to Raise Money for Local Causes
The Indianola Noon Lions Club is sponsoring a raffle prize for a six-night stay, in two bedroom unit, at the location of your choice, subject to availability. Lodging provided through Royal Aloha.
Raffle Tickets are $10 per ticket. The drawing will be held on December 17th. To purchase a ticket, contact Greg Avitt, Avitt Automotive, 515/ 961-3310.
Congratulations to Jim Polley, the winner of the last drawing!
For information on destinations and local causes, see the flyer below.
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