Mark your calendars and treat your family to a made-to-order Papa Murphy's pizza on June 18, 2015!   When you are on the go, its nice to give yourself a break and have more time with your family. Enjoy a fresh pizza from Papa Murphy's and support the Chamber's "Think Indianola First" campaign

Plan ahead and mark your calendars for the other upcoming Chamber Day's at Papa Murphy's Pizza.

• August 20
• October 15
• December 17

Mark your calanders and plan to attend the Homemade Ice Cream Social on Sunday, June 28, 2015. Enjoy beefburgers, homemade pie, cake and ice cream from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.! The church is located at Hwy. G36 & 160th Avenue, 4 miles NE of Indianola. 

Warren Country Conservation is hosting a Parks Tour & Wine Tasting on July 12, 2015. The Park tour will be held from 1-3 p.m. Hop on a bus at the Annett Nature Center for a guided tour of  three different Warren County Conservation Board Parkd before bringing you back to the Annette Nature Center for the wine tasting. The wine tasting will be held from 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.. There will be appetizers and music to listen to while enjoying free wine samples. The tasting is provided by Annelise Winery, LaVida Loca Winery and Summerset Winery.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED! Reservations can be made at warrenccb.org/parktourandwine or by calling 515-961-619. Prepayment is required and participants must be at least 21 years of age. The cost is $10/person.

June 18 - Chamber Day at Papa Murphy's Pizza - All Day

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.; 106 W. Boston Ave.

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, Hubbell 1, Kent Center; 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.

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!
 

Posting your ad is easy!  Learn more about utilzing this resource by contacting the Chamber at 515-961-6269.
 

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 toady for a chance to win this awesome trip! 
 

Mark your calendars and plan to attend the PM Mixer on June 18, 2015, 4:30 p.m. to 6 pm. hosted by Joe and Amanda Rippeger, owners of the Sports Page!  Enjoy the sizzling hot weather with a cool beverage while networking with fellow Chamber members!

Joe and Amanda are successful business owners in Indianola, Pella, Winterset, and Ankeny.   We appreciate their leadership and support of this community.  As owners of two great restaurants in Indianola, not to mention the surrounding areas, they are always hard at work making sure all of their customers have a great dining experience.  The Sports Page and Brickhouse are a reflection of Joe and Amanda's dedication and commitment, and some could say reflect the heart of this community.

Stop in to thank Amanda and Joe for their support of this community, enjoy a refreshing beverage, and network with your Chamber friends.  I can't think of a better way to end a day!

Don't miss it!
 

As part of the 2016 Iowa Caucus Consortium, the Greater Des Moines Partnership has partnered with the Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau, Iowa Economic Development Authority, The Des Moines Register, Drake University, and Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs to host a series of candidate forums. The Consortium has offered the opportunity to all presidential candidates and potential candidates to speak at a forum during the coming months. Chamber members from the Des Moines and surrounding areas are welcome to attend.  With the policy landscape constantly shifting, staying up to date can be a challenge for chamber members across the country. Learn more from candidates about the issues that affect your business the most.  Information about the first forum follows:
 

June 24

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.

Purchase your BalloonScape from the National Balloon Museum today!

The Sky’s the Limit BalloonScape is a one-of-a-kind attraction at the National Balloon Museum that reflects the sights, scenes, and historical points of Indianola. Purchase a metal balloon and work with an artist of your choice to design and creatively paint a balloon that represents your organization and the theme, “The Sky's The Limit!” The balloon base is inscribed with the name of your organization or person purchasing the balloon. A BalloonScape would be a great way to honor a ballooning pioneer or enthusiast. You can choose to place your balloon in the BalloonScape Garden at the National Balloon Museum or place it at a destination of your choice.  The 3 foot tall, 12-panel metal balloon weighs 150 lbs.


The BalloonScape's can be placed at the National Balloon Museum (NBM) but don't have to be, although pricing is based on where the BalloonScape will be located.  The cost is more if placed at the NBM to cover maintenance.  The cost is:

$1,000 cost per balloon placed at the National Balloon Museum, price includes maintenance and landscaping for five years.
 
$500 cost per balloon if not placed at the National Balloon Museum.

The Order Form is attached. Please contact Becky Wigeland  at 515-961-3714 or email museum@nationalballoonmuseum.com if you have any questions.

 

Have you heard about the latest classes at Your Clear Next Step? Get exceptional training, tools, and techniques to make what you do even better! You’ll learn tips and templates that will work where and when you need them—at work, home, non-profit organizations, and on boards and committees!

Influence without Authority, June 23, 8:30-11:30am
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Improve your organizational influence using a repeatable model, including an exploration of emotional intelligence, relationship-building skills, and a focus on what’s best for the business.

Creating an Effective Business Case, June 25, 8:30-11:30am
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Find the ingredients for a dynamite business case and walk away with a reusable template to help you state the words, numbers, tools, and ways to justify or cancel a business-based initiative of any sort.

American Pickers will be in Iowa in July looking for leads throughout the state.  They are looking for interesting characters and unique items for them to showcase on their television show, which airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. CST on History. 

American Pickers is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique "picking" on History.  This show follows two of the most skilled pickers in the business, Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz.

Mike and Frank are only interested in private collections so no stores, malls, flea markets, museums, auctions, businesses or anything open to the public.  But, I am certain we all have unusual or vintage items we might like to barter to sell.  They are looking  for things like vintage bicycles, toys, unusual radios, movie memorabilia, music equipment, automotive items, folk art, clothing, early firefighting equipment, and pre-50's western gear.

If you have something of interest, email your name, number, address, photos and description of collection to americanpickers@cineflix.com or call 855-old-rust.

If you haven't seen the show, tune in sometime.  It's fun, entertaining, and interesting!

 

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.
June 25 - Des Moines Metro Opera: 8:30 a.m.; 106 W. Boston Ave.
July 9 - Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine; 7:45 a.m. New
July 29 - Warren County Economic Development: TBD
August 13 - Simpson College, Hubbell 1, Kent Center; 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.


 

Indianola Names Doug Byland Director of Parks and Recreation
  16-year employee to lead department
 
INDIANOLA, Iowa — June 16, 2015 — City Manager Eric Hanson today announced the selection of Indianola resident and 16-year veteran of the department, Doug Bylund, as Director of the Parks and Recreation department. Bylund has been serving as Recreation Superintendent since 2007. He begins in his official capacity July 1.
 
“Without question, Doug has earned this leadership position after 16 years in the department,” said Hanson. “I know I speak on behalf of the City Council and Mayor Shaw when I say we have been impressed with Doug’s dedication and commitment to the betterment of our popular Parks and Rec programming along with keeping Indianola parks beautiful. Our residents will be well-served by Doug and his outstanding efforts for many years to come.”
 
Bylund, who grew up in Nevada, Iowa, is a 1998 graduate of the University of Iowa where he majored in Sports Health and Physical Studies. Following graduation, Bylund landed his first job with Indianola’s Parks and Rec department as Youth Sports Coordinator.
 
“This is a great opportunity for me professionally and for our department as we look to the future,” said Bylund. “I think it’s important to look at new and different opportunities for our residents to have fun and enjoy all that we offer while still maintaining the quality of what we have in Indianola whether it’s our trails, parks,

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