Calendar of Events
Free Blood Pressure Screenings Every Tuesday - Friday
Now through November 23 Your Flu Shot at Medicap in Indianola = 12 Meals to Our Local Food Pantries
Now through January 2 Buy an Iowa Eagle Brew at Groggy Dog and $1 goes towards Stew for Helping Hand
November 20 - December 20 Indianola Tour of Trees on Display. Vote for your favorite at indianolachamber.com
November 23 Edge of the Woods Open House
November 23 Bob Kling Holiday Open House and Art Sale
November 23 Mommy and Me Cookie Decorating
November 25 Instrumental Chamber Ensemble
November 30 #ThinkIndianolaFirst Shop Local Saturday
November 30 Bob Kling Holiday Open House and Art Sale
December 1 Country Style Breakfast
December 2 Alzheimer's Support Group
December 4 TruBank Holiday Open House
December 5 Ellis Law Holiday Open House and Hat and Glove Drive
December 6 Pancake and Sausage Supper
December 6 Light Up the Square for the Holidays on the Indianola Square
December 6 Symphonic Band Concert
December 7 Simpson-Indianola Breakfast
December 7 Lessons and Carols
December 8 Breakfast with Santa
December 8 1950s Christmas Tea
December 8 Lessons and Carols
December 9 Support Group for Cancer, Serious Illness, Grief
December 13 How to Finish Strong LIVE Webinar
December 13 IYP Trivia and Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
December 14 Indianola Indoor Winter Farmer's Market
December 13 & 14 25th Anniversary Holiday Tour of Homes, Taste of Warren County and Vendor Market
January 6 Alzheimer's Support Group
January 11 Simpson-Indianola Breakfast
January 13 Iowa Legislative Opening Reception
January 14 Alzheimer's Support Group
January 16 Indianola Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting
February 1 Simpson-Indianola Breakfast
March 7 Simpson-Indianola Breakfast
April 4 Simpson-Indianola Breakfast
May 9 Simpson-Indianola Breakfast
Do you Do Something to Promote on Warren County Tourism?
If you have news, or an event that you would like to have promoted, please send it to Lorin Ditzler at lorin@warrencountyhometown.com.
The Warren County tourism website and social media up and running (warrencountytourism.com & @warrencountytourism).
Uncommon Grounds Coffee House
Coffee and More, Free Wi-Fi
Indianola Winter Farmer's Market
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 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.
Share Your Business Info at the Indianola Chamber!
Pictured, Brenda Easter, Indianola Chamber, and Cortney Garrington, Extension
Do you have information to share with the public? Bring your flyers or brochures to the Chamber office and place them here.
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment
Make an appointment to see a SHIIP Counselor
Iowa Realty Open Houses This Weekend
Community Greetings Delivers Information to New Residents
Have a Message You Want Delivered?
Looking for Something Fun to Do? Hosting Something Fun to Do?
Use the Community Calendar at indianolachamber.com
The Community Calendar at indianolachcamber.com is a well-visited location on the front of the Chamber Website. There are dozens of events and activities listed each month. Click on the calendar on the front of the Website, Click a month and date to see a list of events. Double click the event of choice to get the details.
Does your group, organization, or business have upcoming events that you want others to know about? Add them easily and at no cost by clicking submit an event and filling in the information.
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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Promote Your Business and Get the News from Your Indianola Neighbors
Indianola Independent Advocate
Good Samaritan Society - Home Care 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 between Vintage Hills and Meadow Glen Terrace
December 2 Meadow Glen Terrace, 711 S. Jefferson Way
January 6 Vintage Hills of Indianola, 604 E. Hillcrest Ave
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.
Great Stocking Stuffers!
Discounted Movie Tickets for Indianola Fridley Theatre
Stop by the Indianola Chamber to purchase $6 discounted movie tickets.
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
Supply your workplace with everything you could possibly need!
And Buy Local Loretta Burk is in her 20th Year serving businesses in Warren County.
She will work on your behalf to get your business the best prices and products by working with hundreds of manufacturers. Ask about Everything for your office/school, cleaning supplies, break-room supplies, printing, advertising specialties/promo products, furniture, office equipment and supplies and trade show displays.
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.
Please type "NEWSLETTER" in the Subject line.
Images submitted MUST BE in .jpg format.
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The Indianola Chamber Office will be Closed for the Holiday
Thank You To Our Investor Circle Sponsors
Your Support Makes Things Happen!
On the Rocks Ribbon Cutting
With the Introduction of The Indy Drink!
If you missed the Ribbon Cutting at On the Rocks, you missed a good time. Lively conversation filled the air as the Chamber welcomed On the Rocks to its location at 100 N. Howard on the Indianola Square.
The reviews were good on the new top shelf drink saluting Indianola ... The Indy! Stop in and give it a try.
Photo by Andrew Swadner, KNIA/KRLS
Heritage Hills Ribbon Cutting
The Indianola Chamber of Commerce and community members celebrated the opening of the Heritage Hills development in the north part of Indianola. Several local businesses participated in an indoor tailgate and ribbon-cutting after high winds drove the event into the Indianola Country Club.
Heritage Hills has four lots sold so far, and 13 available for sale.
Necessity Pantry of Warren County
Donate Everyday Necessaries for Those in Need
The Necessity Pantry serves an important role in Warren County as it assists individuals in need with day-to-day necessities. The pantry is open 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays.
The clients appreciate our warm and friendly service and the ability to help them feel good about themselves. They choose and complete activities to earn points that they then trade for items they need for healthy living.
Donations of items are accepted.
Woman-Owned Business of the Year is McCoy True Value
Warren County Economic Impact Awards 
Congratulations Cathy Pfeifer and Jenn Pfeifer-Malony from McCoy True Value for receiving the Woman-Owned Business of the Year award at the WCED ceremony!
Not enough awards for all of the businesses who were finalists but all were very deserving. Keep doing good things!
Edge of the Woods Open House
Bob Kling's 9th Annual Open House and Art Sale
Mommy and Me Cookie Decorating
Summerset Winery
When: November 23 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Summerset Winery, 15105 Fairfax, Indianola
- Age limit for kids 4-16
- 3 cookie designs, 9 cookies total to decorate
- Includes one glass of wine for mom, and a non-alcoholic drink for kiddos!
- Winter themed cookies
- $50 (includes mom and child and all the supplies)
Register Here
Elizabeth of ChaCha's Confections
Upcoming Concerts at Simpson College
Instrumental Chamber Ensemble
When: November 25 7 p.m
Where: Amy Robertson Music Center, Lekberg Hall
The Instrumental Chamber Ensembles perform an evening recital.
Symphonic Band Concert
When: December 5 7 p.m.
Where: Blank Performing Arts Center
The Simpson College Symphonic Band, under the direction of Dr. Mike Eckerty, present an evening of instrumental music.
Lessons and Carols
When: December 7 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 8 2 p.m.
Where: Smith Chapel, 401-499 N Buxton StOne of the most beloved traditions of Advent and Christmas from England is a form of worship known as the Festival of Lessons & Carols.
Hy-Vee Market Grille will be open on Thanksgiving Day
Hy-Vee Market Grille will be open on Thanksgiving Day
When: November 28 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Where: Hwy 65/69 and Iowa Avenue
Think Indianola First Shop Local Saturday
Thankful Brews for Stew for Helping Hand
Now through January 2, 2020 
Buy an Iowa Eagle at Groggy Dog and a $1 will go to make Stew for Helping Hand.
A Special Invitation from TruBank
Ellis Law Office Open House
Light Up the Square
December 6 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Pancake & Sausage Supper During Light Up the Square
December 6 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Cookie Walk at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
When: December 7 8 a.m. - 11 a..m.
Where: St. Thomas Aquinas Church
Simpson Guild Presents Breakfast with Santa
Secure Your Tickets Now
When: December 7 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Where: Kent Campus Center, Simpson College
Simpson Guild's Breakfast with Santa provides the perfect setting for children to talk with the big guy and enjoy a delicious breakfast and fun holiday crafts & activities! Join us on Purchase your tickets today at http://app.tikly.co/events/4113
1950s Christmas Tea
Warren County Historical Society
When: Sunday December 8 2019 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: 1400 W 2nd Ave, next to the Fairgrounds Camping area
Tickets - $10
Re-live the tea parties of the 1950s and enjoy visiting and using glass snack trays and cups. Entertainment and door prizes will make it a memorable afternoon.
For information and to purchase tickets, call Kathi at 515-961-4257 or the Museum at 515-961-8085 or e-mail contact@warrencountyhistory.org
Warren County Legislative Lunch & Learn
Register Today Warren County Lunch & Learn
Meet Your Legislators
Hear Their Vision for the 2020 Session
Ask Your Questions
December 10 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Warrior Run, Norwalk
Register here
25th Anniversary of the Tour of Homes
co-sponsored with the Indianola Tour of Homes Committee and
When: December 13 and 14
Watch for Details: https://www.facebook.com/indianolatourofhomes/
Five homes of a wide variety will be featured. Homes range in age from 10-100 years....see what is "old and new again". In addition to the five homes on tour, the newly renovated Des Moines Metro Opera office will be open for viewing. See what the original Carnegie Library looks like now...it is a WOW!
Tickets are $15.00 prior to the Tour and $20 on opening day. The Methodist Church will host the Taste of Warren County and a Holiday Market.
IYP Trivia and Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
Sponsored by Indianola Young Professionals and the Indianola
When: December 13 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: Indianola Country Club
Details and Tickets
Ugly Christmas Sweater + Trivia + Prizes --- Bring your team of 8 or Sign up individually- $10 per player. About this event
Program Recruitment Meeting for Young Adults
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