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In this Issue

Calendar of Events

Free Blood Pressure Screenings Every Tuesday - Friday

August 23 & 24  City-wide Garage Sale

August 23  Dinner on the Deck at La Vida Loca Winery

August 24 -- Simpson Discount Program Begins with Chamber Business Offers

August 24 - Indianola Community Showcase for incoming Simpson Students

August 24  Under the Lights Back to School Bash

August 25   Tony Valdez Large Band at Summerset Winery

August 26  Organization Fair 

August 28  Top Five for Small Business: Effective Self-Promotion for Solopreneurs and Small Business

August 29 Business Analysis Fundamentals Full-Day Workshop

August 30  Dinner on the Deck at La Vida Loca Winery

September 7  Free Community Shred Day Sponsored by Peoples Bank

September 8 & 14  Monarch Tagging

September 9  Alzheimer's Support Group

September 13, 14, 15  Rustiqueiowa

September 14  Prairie Picnic

September 14, 15  Necessity Pantry Carnival

September 21  53rd Kiwanis Annual Pancake Day

September 25  Top Five for Small Business: Make Social Media Work for Your Business

September 27 & 28  City-wide Garage Sale

September 28 - 29  Log Cabin Days

October 04  How to Lead from the Heart LIVE Webinar

October 23  Top Five for Small Business: Create Culture for Your Competitive Advantage

October 28   Customer Service Essentials

October 29  Relationship-Based Sales Workshop

November 8   Small Business Success Summit

November 21  Maximizing Project Success Through PM/Sponsor Relationships Workshop

November 30  #ThinkIndianolaFirst Shop Local Saturday

December 13  How to Finish Strong LIVE Webinar

What do you think needs to be done to enhance the region's quality of life?

Take DSM USA Survey


How does DSM USA stack up?  The key to maintaining positive momentum in the region is ensuring local talent is thriving.  Take this survey to help business leaders determine what more needs to be done to enhance our region’s quality of life.
 
Help make Central Iowa an even better place to live.  Tell us what you like and where we can do better.
 
Make your voice heard.  Share how you feel about and engage with our community.
 
DSM USA is a top place to live.  Help us keep building on this momentum by offering your insights about living in Central Iowa.
 

Dreaming of a New Home?

Take a Look at the Lots in Heritage Hills Plat 9



Heritage Hills Plat 9 is located near the Indianola Country Club. Seventeen lots are opening up this fall. See the plat map below.

Tax Abatements Are Now Available.

Contact Karey Bishop, 515/ 453-6335

Visit KareyBishop.com

Learn more

Sign Up Now for Professional Development for You and Your Staff

New ideas and information can make a big difference.


 
Increase your business skills by investing in your professional development and growing your skills with Your Clear Next Step. Read more and sign up now for these classes for you and your staff.

How to Lead from the Heart LIVE Webinar
When:  October 04  Noon - 1 p.m. 
Where: Comfort of Your Office or Home
Description: If your goal is to serve others while meeting the needs of individuals, teams and the organization, this quick-hit webinar will help you understand three concepts for the heart of a servant leader, and you will gain three tactical ways to put the characteristics of servant leadership to work.

Customer Service Essentials Workshop
When:  October 29  9 a.m. - Noon
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: Would your customers travel an extra mile or spend an extra dollar to buy from, or work with you, instead of your competitors? Do they refer friends and colleagues to you? One way to ensure a resounding ys is o put the customer first in all that you do. In this session, you will explore ways to demonstrate excellence in customer service, starting right now.

Relationship-Based Sales Workshop
When:  October 29  1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: Building fast and lasting relationships with potential customers makes the difference between success and failure. Product knowledge, industry knowledge, the ability to give an effective demonstration are all useful, but the core of the sales process is communication. We'll explore the gaps in the sales cycle and practice a proven tool for continuous improvement.

Maximizing Project Success through PM/Sponsor Relationships Workshop
When: November 21  8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines
Description: There is no more critical relationship to the success of a project than the Project Manager/ Project Sponsor relationship. This full-day workshop explores how to develop ad maximize that relationship in a way that ensures the success of the project and the organization.

How to Finish Strong LIVE Webinar
When: December 13  10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Where: Comfort of Your Office or Home
Description: Encounter three ways to make the most of the rest of the year so you can start next year well with the tips, tools, and techniques offered here.

Movie Tickets for Fun, Birthday Gifts and Yourself

Discounted Movie Tickets for Indianola Fridley Theatre



 
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Stop by the Indianola Chamber to purchase $6 discounted movie tickets.

Wander Warren County with this Map as Your Guide.

Warren County & the City of Indianola


The map of Warren County is on one side; the city of Indianola on the other. Pick up this useful map in the Indianola Chamber of Commerce office.

Like to Bike, Run or Walk on Trails?

Central Iowa Trails Map is Here!


The 2019-2020 Iowa Bicycle Map developed by the Iowa Department of Transportation features multi-use trails that are over five miles in length and also shows paved shoulders at least 4-feet wide and traffic levels on all paved roads in the state. There is also a wide variety of other bicycle-related material on the map.

Pick up this map in the Indianola Chamber of Commerce Office.

Promote Your Business and Get the News from Your Indianola Neighbors

City-wide Garage Sales

Place Ad by August 14 for August 23 & 24 Garage Sale


When: One Weekend a Month, May - September
Where: A City-wide Garage Sale Map locating garage sales will appear in the Indianola Record Herald the Thursday before each garage sale weekend.
How: Call 515-284-8141 with the wording for your garage sale ad, your address, and your method of payment.

Place ad by     Sale Dates          
Aug 14    Aug 23 & 24           
Sept  18  Sept 27 & 28

 

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Free Blood Pressure Screenings

Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Support Group for Cancer, Serious Illness, Grief

Group provides Support

When: 2nd Tuesday of Every Month  7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Where: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 202 N. Kenwood Blvd., Indianola
For additional information: Call Pastor Christian Walz at 507/ 217-6158

Alzheimer's Support Group

Support for Caregivers and Individuals Living with Alzheimer

 

When: 1st Monday of each month  5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: Location alternates each month between Vintage Hills and Meadow Glen Terrace (Good Samaritan's independent living apartments, 712 S Jefferson Way)
September 9 Vintage Hills of Indianola, 604 E. Hillcrest Ave
October 7  Meadow Glen Terrace
Questions: Danyel Wilson, 515-961-1924
We offer peer or professionally led groups for caregivers, individuals living with Alzheimer's and others dealing with the disease.

Need Professional Space for an Hour or a Day?

Schedule Your Event at Salem Connection

Where: Salem Connection 222 W Salem 
Call Terry Pauling: 515/ 249-9192

Large Meeting Space
$75 for 1 to 4 hours. $130 for 8 hours
Capacity 50 +/-
Small Meeting Spaces—Punch Card
$100 for 10 uses
1-2 hours in length. Capacity 2-10

 

Take Advantage of Free Job Listings or Promotions to Prospects on www.indianolachamber.com

It is Part of Your Chamber Benefits!


You can reach consumers with news about job openings, services, products, events, announcements ...any news or income-generating promotions you have to share ... for Free on www.indianolachamber.com.

Call the chamber office at 515/961-6269 if you have questions.

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Chamber Newsletter Production Schedule

Share Your Good News

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 ensure the 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                                    
2019  
August 30           September 4
Septmber 13       September 18


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

 

Chamber of Commerce Mobile App

Stay Connected in Real Time!


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Thank You To Our Investor Circle Sponsors

Your Support Makes Things Happen!

All-Inclusive Play Area Ribbon Cutting

Indianola Kiwanis and Indianola Rotary Club Project

The Ribbon Cutting for the All-Inclusive Play Area was held on August 6 at the playground at Pickard Park. Photo by Emi Larson, Indianola Living magazine.

The Indianola Kiwanis and Indianola Rotary Club powered the project with grants, fund-raising, and installation of the project. Signage at the park recognizes sponsors.

 

Deliver Your Sales Message to 50,000+ People a Day

1 Billboard Left in 2019



ACT NOW: One billboard available to carry your message in 2019: October 17 - November 14. 1st 2020 billboard available January 8 - January 9, 2020.

Call Barb at the Indianola Chamber at 515/961-6269 for details.

Indianola Comprehensive Plan Suvey

Please post this poster ... and provide input on survey

The City of Indianola wants to hear from you.  Take a few minutes to provide input at elevateindianola.com on values, priorities, and direction for the future of Indianola.
 

Under the Lights Back to School Bash

August 24

Join the Fun: Sunday Tunes


Tony Valdez Large Band
When:  August 25  2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

2019 Community Organization Fair

You want to get involved? Volunteer?



To see the list of participating community organizations, click here.

Non-Profit, Causes List

Top Five For Small Business: Effective Self-Promotion for Solopreneneurs and Small Business

FREE Webinar, August 28


       

Register Here
 
When: August 28  Noon - 1 p.m.
Where: Indianola Chamber of Commerce Conference Room
Expert: Sally Cooper-Smith, Cooper Smith+Company


Discover five surprisingly simple, easy-to-remember steps for highly effective self-promotion. This fast-paced session energizes business owners with creative techniques for taking their self-promotion from boring to brilliant! You'll leave with creative inspiration and action items to hone your message, your brand, and your marketing.

Mark Your Calendar for these Upcoming Top Five for Small Business Webinars
September 25  Make Social Media Work for Your Business
October 23  Create Culture for Your Competitive Advantage

Business Analysis Fundamentals Full-Day Workshop

Information to help you analyse and monitor your business

 
When: August 29  8:30 a.m. -  4:30 p.m.
Where:  Simpson College West Des Moines Campus, 1415 28th St. #250, West Des Moines

Description: Ready to understand the Business Analysis discipline more formally? This full-day session walks through the IIBA BABOK Guide 3rd Edition in a highly-structured way, allowing you a solid overview of the discipline and a chance to develop your skills.​

Welcome to Medicare: Free Seminar

August 29, Indianola Activity Center

An Effective About Us Page Can Make a Difference

It is one of the most viewed pages



You need to ensure it contains good quality content that makes readers feel a connection with your business. That’s why they go there in the first place. They’re looking to know more about you. If you don’t give it to them, you’re missing an opportunity to allow them into your world and make a connection. People buy from those they like.
 

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Dinner on the Deck at La Vida Loca Winery

August 30


When: August 30  5:30 - 9 p.m.
Where: La Vida Loca Winery
Cost: $28.00 + Tax 
Reservations required by August 22. Call 515-962-2236


Menu: 
Beef tenderloin fillet marinated in Garlic wine.
Lettuce salad with pears and raspberries
Warm bread
Roasted baby potatoes with white wine cream sauce
Asparagus
Creme Brule with lemon curd topping and berry sauce

Vegetarian option is available upon request.
www.lavidalocawinery.com
 

Shred Day: Free Community Shred Event

Sponsored by Peoples Bank

Starlight Cinema: Incredibles 2 (PG)

FREE Movie Presented by City State Bank



When: September 13  7:30 p.m.
Where: Memorial Park Amphitheater, 602 N. G. Street

Bring Your Own Seating
FREE popcorn courtesy of Paramount Theater. Pop and candy will be available to purchase.
Thanks also to our show sponsor, Dental Professionals, PLC, and media sponsor, the Indianola Independent Advocate.

RustiqueIowa

September 13, 14 & 15

Necessity Pantry of Warren County 3rd Annual Fundraiser Carnival


 
When: September 14 and 15  9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where: Moats Park, 900 N. 1st Street
Bounce Houses, Live Music, Flea Market with 30+  Vendors, Pop Up Games, Food
Cost for games and bounce houses: $10 WRIST BAND FOR 1 DAY.  $15 WRIST BAND FOR 2 Days
Donations welcomed and can be mailed to Necessity Pantry, 108 N. Jefferson, Indianola, IA 50125


This is the main fundraiser for the Necessity pantry which helps provide basic necessities to families and seniors over 55 in Warren County who would otherwise go without. Participants have a chance to earn points to redeem for necessities.
Necessity Pantry: 200 E. 1st Avenue in First Baptist Church Annex, Indianola
Hours: Hours: Mon. and Wed. 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Contact: Alice Cooper Brito- 515-318-3946

Maximizing Your Chamber Benefits Workshop

September 18



 
When: September 18   Noon - 1 p.m.
Where: Indianola Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 111 N. Buxton

FREE to Attend. 
To Register: Go to indianolachamber.com and click on the Calendar


Attend the 1-hour Maximize Your Chamber Benefits workshop to see how easy it is to showcase your business in the digital world (no extra charge), keep your visibility high and build relationships with customers and prospects who look for you on the Chamber's Website.

Central Iowa Business Conference

September 19, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

A Taste of West Des Moines

Regional Chamber Rush Hour Event

53rd Indianola Kiwanis Annual Pancake Day, September 21

All the Pancakes You Can Eat!

Warren County Log Cabin Days

Save the Date!



September 28 & 29
Warren County Historical Museum & 
Warren County Fair Grounds

Greater Des Moines Metro Seen as a Great Place to Cultivate a Bright Future

That includes Indianola!

Business grows better in Greater Des Moines, and the Greater Des Moines Partnership has the resources to help them thrive. As a stakeholder in the Indianola Chamber of Commerce, you have access to the resources available with the Greater Des Moines Partnership.

The Greater Des Moines area, which includes Indianola, is one of the fastest-growing major metros in the country, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and has a low cost of doing business — DSM is the place to cultivate a brighter future.

Recent stats include:
- The cost of doing business here is 17% lower than the national average, according to Moody's Analytics.
-In April 2019, US News & World Report ranked the metro as #5 Best Place to Live.

The message on the front page fo their Website says, "Welcome to a community where art and culture meet affordable living. Where outdoor adventures happen on winding river trails and nightlife always beckons. Short commute times make it easy to experience all the region has to offer. For young professionals, families and empty-nesters alike, DSM is the place to call home."

To see what is available -- events, mentoring, training, activities -- from the Greater Des Mones Partnership, go to www.dsmpartnership.com.

 

Small Business Success Summit

Greater Des Moines Partnership

If you're a small business owner, join us for a summit created just for you. Attend presentations by keynote speakers from industry leaders that will inform and inspire, participate in workshops with fellow business owners in Greater Des Moines (DSM) and engage in in-depth conversations at breakout sessions ranging from talent attraction and work culture to data privacy and financial management.

When: November 8  8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where:
FFA Enrichment at DMAAC, 1055 S.W. Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny

Details and Registration here.

2019 Football Schedule - Cyclones, Hawkeyes, Simpson and Indianola HS

Thank you Karey Bishop, Iowa Realty

What's Up Wednesday 2019 - What's Up Wednesday News You Should Know Now