Warren County Masonic Lodge Turns 160 Years
Congratulations Join the Warren County Masonic Lodge, 1606 Highway 92, on June 6, 2015, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. as it celebrates its 160th Birthday! Enjoy a tour of the Masonic Lodge, including the secret ceremony room, which demontrates the fellowship and proud traditions handed down by generations of Free Masons.
Congratulations! It's awesome to pay tribute to a long-standing, well respected organization!
Mark your calendars and plan to attend!
Calendar of Events
May 28 - Morning Mingle at Indianola Aquatic Center; 8:30 a.m. (Outdoor Pool)
June 3- Chamber Golf Open; Indianola Golf & Country Club
June 18- PM Mixer at the Sports Page Bar & Grill; 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
June 25- Morning Mingle at Des Moines Metro Opera; 8:30 a.m.
July 9- Morning Mingle at Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine; 7:45 a.m.
July 22 - 27 - Warren County Fair
July 24-August 1; National Balloon Classic
July 25- Open Air Market 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Vendors must register by June 1. Late registrations will be accepted until June 15 for an extra fee.
July 29-Morning Mingle at Balloon Fields sponsored by Warren County Economic Development; TBD
August 13 - Morning Mingle at Simpson College; 8:30 a.m.
August 27 - Morning Mingle at Christian Opportunity Center; 8:30 a.m., 1602 N. 14th Street
December 17 -PM Mixer at Brickhouse Tavern - 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Chamber Night at the Iowa Cubs
A Great Networking Opportunity! Chamber night at Principal Park is June 30, 2015. Tickets are $3 and available for purchase online at www.desmoinesmetro.com/events
Your Chamber Night ticket includes:
Pre-game tailgate party in the southwest corner of Principal Park parking lot with brats, hot dogs, chips, dessert, and soda on a first come first serve basis. Tailgate starts at 5:30 p.m. and the game starts at 7:05 p.m.
Take advantage of all of your member benefits by joining the Greater Des Moines Partnership and other affiliate chamber members for this fun networking opportunity!
Women Marketing Grain
Warren County Extension will be hosting a class on June 4, 11, and 18, 2015 called "Women Marketing Grain". The class will take place at DMACC on the West Campus from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Participants will learn about grain marketing from ISU Extension and Outreach specialists and local ag business experts. They will engage in hands-on activities, learn through web-based training, and discuss how to develop a grain marketing strategy and plan.
*No prior marketing experience is necessary.
The registration fee is $50 and can be completed at www.aep.iastate.edu/annie/
*The deadline to register is June 1, 2015.
For questions about the class and to learn more about what the objectives are, please contact Kathryn Pierson at 515-961-6237 or email at kpierson@iastate.edu.
Chamber of Commerce Mobile App
Catch All the Summerset Winery Events
Promote your Business in the Classifieds Area of the Chamber's Website
I-Clips Coupon and Classified Ads Who needs Groupon when you can post your coupons, classified ads, employment openings, or available rental properties without paying any fees! Members only can promote their businesses by posting an ad in the newly developed classifiied section of the Chamber's website!
Posting your ad is easy! Learn more about utilzing this resource by contacting the Chamber at 515-961-6269.
Community Guide
A Membership Benefit - You Don't Want to Miss! The Community Guide is distributed to around 9,500 Indianola and surrounding area families, as well as to our visitors and guests. Chamber member businesses are specifically recognized in this publication, but only if you have paid your membership dues by April 1, 2015. This benefit alone is worth the cost of your membership. Don't miss your opportunity to maximize your Chamber benefits by increasing awareness about your business and getting special recogition in this very popular publication!
Renew your Chamber membership today at: http://indianola.chamberofcommerce.me/members/evr/regmenu.php?orgcode=INDI.
The Chamber partners with the Record Herald to update this popular publication annually. Someone from either organization will be contacting you to verify your information. Help us make sure your information is accurate by responding timely.
Chamber Day at Papa Murphy's Pizza
Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming Pizza Days When you are on the go, its nice to give yourself a break and have more time with your family. Enjoy a fresh, made-to-order Papa Murphy's pizza and support the Chamber's "Think Indianola First" campaign
Plan ahead and mark your calendars for the upcoming Chamber Day's at Papa Murphy's Pizza.
- June 18
- August 20
- October 15
- 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
Buy A Raffle Ticket to Win a Vacation Voucher - You Decide Where
Chamber of Commerce Fundraiser Ski in the Alps! Swim in the Tropics! YOU DECIDE!
Enter to win a travel voucher of $1,500! Stop by the office today to purchase your raffle tickets today. Tickets are $10 each. Purchase your raffle tickets by June 3, 2015, the close of the Chamber's Golf Open for a chance to win this awesome trip!
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Thursday, May 28 Morning Mingle - Beat the Heat
Sponsored by: Indianola Aquatic Center 
Splish, splash I was taking a bath (oops swim) long about a Saturday night! It does sound fun!
Plan to attend the Morning Mingle at the Indianola Aquatic Center, 714 W. Detroit, starting at 8:30 a.m. to find out more about what’s going on this season at Indianola’s only outdoor aquatic facility. The heats coming ready or not, so plan your attack for those hot, sunny days today!
We are fortunate to have an aquatic center that has 3 water slides, diving board, lap swim area, lounge chairs for tanning, umbrellas for shade, sand play area for our wee ones, water basketball, private restrooms, baby changing area, first aid station, not to mention a snack shack. What more could you possibly need for a fun-filled day in the sun!
It’s all right here! Come and learn more about all of the opportunities available for all ages!
See you there!
Indianola Greater Iowa Credit Union Anniversary Celebration
May 30, 3015 It's time to celebrate! Indianola's Greater Iowa Credit Union has been part of the community for one year! Join them for food, prizes, and lots of fun on Saturday May 30, 2015 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Prizes include VISA gift cards, tickets to a Taylor Swift concert and Principal Charity Classic tickets!
NASH FM will be broadcasting live. An event not to miss!
Thank You to our Golf Classic Sponsors!
We Appreciate Your Support
Warren County Farm Tour - A Must Attend Event
Life on the Farm is Fascinating Warren County is rich with an interesting and robust agricultural economy. Have you ever seen an organic worm casting farm or visited a horse ranch with a riding stable?
Take the Warren County Farm Tour to enjoy the bounty of nature and the hospitality of 9 niche farms! Each farm showcases their unique style, products and produce. Taste and nibble on specialty foods at locations throughout the tour, pick your own berries and purchase homemade fruit pies, goat milk soaps, local jams and jellies and other locally made products.
Take a leisurlely stroll (car ride) to any or all of the farms on the tour and enjoy the sites, scenes and sounds of some of Warren County's greatest treasures.
The 2015 Warren County Farm Tour is August 30, 2015, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There are sponsorship opportunities available ranging from $50 to $750 if you can help! The form is attached.
Mark your calendars and plan to attend a day full of inspiration, fun, and learning! A great event for the entire family!
If you have any questions, please contact Beth McGeough at 515-961-7252.
Muffin Tops Are Adorable on Muffins
Fusion Fitness Summer Special Helps You Get Rid of Your Muff 
Muffin Tops are adorable…on muffins! Want to eliminate your muffin top once and for all? Then this is the summer special for you:
- $60 for a 2-month Fusion Fitness gym membership allowing 24/7 access.
- Weigh in and measurements taken twice: Beginning and End (you WILL see results).
- No Classes! No Schedules to work around!
- Just pick up a Grab n’ Go Core Workout Card each week at the front desk. Each card will focus on a different core exercise routine with new cards available each week for eight weeks (June and July).
- For maximum results, Grab n’ Go Core Workouts should be completed 3x per week (minimum). In-between core workouts, you’re invited to attend other classes or use the exercise equipment and/or weight room at NO ADDITIONAL COST.
- Want more? Register today and Molly will design a personal workout plan to coincide with the Grab n’ Go Core Workouts.
What are you waiting for? You have nothing to lose but your muffin top!
Sign-up today by contacting Molly at fusionindianola.com or 515-554-1409
Learn About Animals that Slither and Crawl
Join the Friends of the Indianola Public Library and Friends of the Warren County Conservation on June 4, 2015, at the Annette Nature Center Pavililion to learn about animals who are creepy & crawly, slithery & scaly, and all around hairy! The Grout Museum will be bringing their live animals for an education and hands-on presentation. Guest animals may include the Burmese python, hissing cockroaches, a bearded dragon, a tarantula, and a surprise animal. This is a free family gathering, though registration is preferred. Hotdogs will be served at 5:15 p.m. and the program will begin at 6 p.m.
For questions or to register for this event, please call 515-961-6169 or go to www.warrencccb.org/slitherandcrawl.
Kids Academy at Crossfit 65/69
CrossFit 65/69 will be having an all new Kids Academy beginning this Summer! This is a week long class from 9:30am - Noon.
There will be two sessions:
June 8 - 12, 2015, for ages 8-12.
June 15 - 19, 2015, for ages 13 and up
Kids will learn about fitness and healthy lifestyles, as well as work on their general physical preparedness. Both age groups will work on coordination, balance, speed, stamina, flexibility, agility, accuracy, and cardio endurance by way of games, drills, and exercises. The 13+ age group will also learn safety in weighted movements to increase power and strength.
Whether your kids want to work on skills that will transfer to other sports or just burn some energy, this is a great class for all levels.
Kids Academy Pricing
Members Price - $125
Non-members - $150
(additional kids receive $25 off)
(Members must currently have an Unlimited Monthly Membership or signed up for May 18th Academy session to receive member pricing.)
Morning Mingle/PM Mixer/Ribbon Cutting Line-Up
Mark Your Calendar and Plan to Attend Morning mingles are an excellent way to network and showcase your business! Show your support for fellow business owners and plan to attend the following Morning Mingles and PM Mixers. The Morning Mingles start at 8:30 a.m. and the PM Mixers start at 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Morning Mingles.
May 28 - Indianola Aquatic Center; 8:30 a.m. (Outdoor Pool)
June 25 - Des Moines Metro Opera: 8:30 a.m.
July 9 - Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine; 7:45 a.m. New
July 29 - Warren County Economic Development: TBD
August 13 - Simpson College; 8:30 a.m. New
August 27 - Christian Opportunity Center: 8:30 a.m., 1602 N. 14th Street
PM Mixers
June 18 - Sports Page Bar & Grill - 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
December 17 - Brickhouse Tavern - 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
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