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Beautification Blowout

Help Clean-up our Parks/Trails

The 2016 Beautification Blowout is April 23, 2016, at 10 a.m.!  Pull together a team and help prepare our parks and trails for the summer! 

WANT TO PARTICIPATE?
Send your team name, team contact person's name, phone number, e-mail and the number of participants to Mindi at mrobinson@cityofindianola.com or call (515) 961-9430. Registration deadline is Friday, April 15.

Enjoy the day with people you enjoy and give your time and talent to a great cause!

 

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We have an opportunity to welcome a very special group to our community.  The Special Olympics will be held in Indianola on April 5, 2016. Plan to give participants, family, friends, and fans a warm welcome by placing a message on electronic display boards, marquise, and any other means you have available to let them know we are happy they are here!

Opening ceremonies begin at 9:30 a.m. with competition starting at 9:45 a.m. and finishing by 1:30 p.m. The track and field events will be located at the Indianola Middle School, aquatics at the Indianola YMCA, and developmental events at the Blake Field House.

If you have any questions about the Special Olympics, contact Debby Eldred at 515-229-7733.

"Light em' Up", welcome, and show your support for these very special athletes and all of their guests.  A warm welcome always makes a heart grow fonder!
 

Calendar of Events

May 21 - Ribbon Cutting at Jericho Hills Camp & Retreat Center, 900 Knotts 1st Street, Lucas, IA, 11 a.m. New!

​June 3 -  Friday Night Live Summer Concert Series 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. New!
​June 10 -  Friday Night Live Summer Concert Series 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. New!
​June 10-11 -  Think Indianola First Quarterly Shop Local Event New!
​June 24 -  Friday Night Live Summer Concert Series 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. New!
July 13 -  Indianola Chamber of Commerce Golf Open
​September 23-24 -  Think Indianola First Quarterly Shop Local Event New!
November 26th -  
Think Indianola First Small Business Saturday New!
​December  -  Holiday Extravaganza New!
​December 8th -  Think Indianola First Shop Local Event New!
 

Warren County Business Workshops

Learn - Grow - Succeed!

The Warren County Economic Development Corporation is offering the following workshop and development opportunities to help your business succeed.  Check out the opportunities below!

How to Get the Most out of Your Customers
Existing Business Workshop
Tuesday, April 19, 2016 (6:00 - 8:00 p.m.)


Free Small Business Development Center Appointments Offered in Indianola

Warren County Economic Development has partnered with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to offer free one-on-one appointments with SBDC business advisors on the 2nd Thursday of each month in Indianola.  Appointments are now be scheduled for the following upcoming advisor days:  April 14 and May 12.

To schedule a time or to sign up for a business workshop contact Rachel Gocken at rgocken@wcedc.com or 515-961-1067.  For more information visit www.wcedc.com.

 

Workshop/Advisor Appointments will be held at:
Warren County Economic Development Conference Room
111 N. Buxton Street, Indianola, IA 50125

April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month

Protecting Children Is Everyone's Business

The Child Abuse Prevention Council is encouraging people in Warren County to take action to create the great childhoods all children deserve because our children are our future.  Child Abuse Prevention Month celebrates the small actions each of us can take that make a big impact on the well-being of our children.  Healthy development in childhood establishes the foundation for future health, learning and overall well-being into adulthood.   A community built on caring relationships strengthens families from the start and gives parents with a history of trauma an opportunity to heal.
 
Show your support for child abuse prevention by wearing blue on Blue Out Day which will be held on Monday, April 18th.   To learn more about ongoing child abuse prevention programs and activities visit us at www.cap.warren.ia.us or contact c.reisener@mchsi.com or 515-249-5130.

www.cap.warren.ia.us

Spring Fever at Summerset Winery

Upcoming Events!

Got Spring Fever?  Check out the upcoming events at the Summerset Winery

  

 

Chamber of Commerce Mobile App

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Promote your Business in the Classifieds Area of the Chamber's Website

I-Clips Coupon and Classified Ads

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

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Discounted Movie Tickets for 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.

Indianola School Board Saves Community Money

$1.5 Million Savings


The Indianola Community School District School Board approved the refinancing of bonds issued in 2007 that will save local taxpayers $1.5 million in interest. The bonds were refinanced at a 1.72% interest rate while the old bonds held a 4.00-4.5% rate.  

A big thank you is in order for Johna Clancy, business manager, and the Indianola School board for saving our community money! 
 

National Balloon Museum Grand Reopening

April 2, 2016

 

Visit the National Balloon Museum on Saturday, April 2, 2016, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. to see the new exhibits and other updates made to the Museum!

FREE admission and refreshments will be served!  Don't miss it!

FREE Education Seminar on Social Security

Offered by City State Bank

Join City State Bank for an informational and educational seminar on Social Security on Tuesday, April 5, 2016.  The session is FREE to attend but an RSVP is encouraged. Reservations can be made by calling 515-981-1400 or by emailing trustandinvestments@citystatebank.com.

If you are between the ages of 57-70 years old and have not taken benefits, or have claimed benefits within the past 11 months, you are encouraged to attend.




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Don't Forget to Do Your Taxes

H&R Block Can Help!

Don't forget!  The federal income tax deadline is April 15, 2016!  Get your taxes done at H & R Block and receive $25 off!  Contact the Indianola H & R Block office by calling 961-6035 today!


 

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Muffins & Mammograms

Mercy Indianola Imaging



Mercy Imaging is collaborating with Bras for the Cause of Iowa to provide uninsured or under-insured qualifying patients with a screening mammogram on Saturday, April 9, 2016, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Individuals with insurance are welcome and your insurance will be billed.

Call to make an appointment to have your mammogram performed at the Indianola location by calling 515-358-8257.

 

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Windsor Mannor Invites You...

Open House



2016 Golf Outing!

July 13, 2016

2016 GOLF OPEN
Put on your best golf attire and join some of the best golfers in the Indianola community…or at a minimum some of Indianola’s community leaders! Golfers of all skill levels are welcome to participate in this popular event.  We all know that business is done on the golf course, so treat your clients, friends or colleagues to a great day of golf!  The day begins with a shotgun start at 9:00 AM and is a best ball format. Don’t miss the Indianola Chamber of Commerce’s biggest event of the year!
When: July 13, 2016; 9 a.m. Shotgun start
Where:  Indianola Country Club
Registration Cost:  $100/golfer
(includes a golf cart, lunch, beverages, 18 holes of golf, raffle prizes, and more!) 

The Indianola Chamber Golf Classic is an excellent opportunity to market your business/company.  View all of the sponsorship opportunities available and register to play from the Chamber's online store!  Make sure you get the sponsorship opportunity you want by purchasing now!

 

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JRene Fashion Show! Saturday, April 2, 2016

Co-Sponsored by Two Saints Winery


Chamber Newsletter Production Deadline

Yours News is Good News!

Share your good news, articles and updates with fellow Chamber members.  Utilize a powerful network to get your news out! 

Please submit your articles, updates, or news by close of business the Friday before the What's Up Wednesday newsletter you want your news to be distributed.  The upcoming production schedule looks like this:
 
Submissions Due 4 p.m.                  Newsletter Publish Date
                              
April 1, 2016                                  April 6, 2016
April 8, 2016                                  April 13, 2016
April 15, 2016                                April 20, 2016
April 22, 2016                                April 27, 2016
 

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Please type "NEWSLETTER" in the Subject line.
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