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Calendar of Events

Nov. 9, 10 & 11 The Garden Barn Holiday Open House; 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Nov. 9 Route 69 Vapor Ribbon Cutting; 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Nov. 9 JRene' 2017 Fall Trend Fashion Show; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00  p.m.
Nov. 10 YMCA SilverSneakers Enrollment Event; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Nov. 10 The Greater DesMoines Partnership Small Business Summit - Smashing Barriers; 8:00 a.m. - 6:00  p.m.
​Nov. 10 Knights of Columbus Fish & Chicken Dinners; 5:30 p.m - 7:00 p.m.
Nov. 10 Simpson Guild Piccadilly Auction; 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Nov. 11 Warren Lodge 53 Breakfast; 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Nov. 11 Indianola Country Club Open House 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Nov. 25 Small Business Saturday; 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 

Chamber Newsletter Production Schedule

Share Your Good News

Beginning December 2017, the Chamber Newsletter will be published the 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 in.  Submissions are due by 4 p.m.
 
Submissions        Publish Date                                    
2017
Nov. 17              Nov. 22
Dec. 1                Dec. 6            
Dec. 15             Dec. 20
Email your newsletter item to: newsletter@indianolachamber.com
Please type "NEWSLETTER" in the Subject line.
Images submitted MUST BE in .jpg format. 

 

Don't Miss the 2017 Holiday Extravaganza!

JRene' 2017 Fall Trends Fashion Show

Thursday, November 9, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Holiday Open House at Edge of the Woods Raspberry Farm

Saturday, November 18, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Grab that special gift at Edge of the Woods Raspberry Farm holiday open house!
They offer jams, jellies and specialty gifts.

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Warren Lodge #53 Breakfast

Saturday, November 11, 2017 from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.



Join the Warren County Lodge #53 for Breakfast.
Saturday, November 11, 2017, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
1606 W 2nd Avenue

Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for children.

Breakfast includes:
Pancakes
Sausage
Eggs
Biscuits & Gravy
Milk, Coffee, or Juice

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Holiday Home Tour

December 8, 2017
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

December 9, 2017 
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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Simpson Capstone Class Survey

Take the Online Survey - It Only Takes Minutes

The Capstone Class at Simpson College has developed a survey to gather information on how best to connect students with local businesses. 

Please take a moment to complete the online survey.  It will only take a few minutes and could be monumental in connecting over 1,300 customers to local businesses!
 

3 Tips Because Communication is Hard




It’s critical – if we don’t do it well, we can’t succeed.
It’s hard – it takes more time, energy, effort, and work than most of us assume.
It’s not about me – at the end of the day, it’s always about the receiver and what they need, not the sender and what I want!

 Here are three tips to help prove you know that communication is hard. 

 

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8 Ways to Get Noticed on Social Media Today


There's a lot of noise on the social media channels and getting noticed can seem a task akin to pushing a large bolder up an icy slope in gale-force winds blowing down off of the mountain. But it's not as hard as you think. Here are several tips to help you get your business noticed today.
 

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American Lung Association Offers Free Corporate Wellness Support in Iowa

Lung disease is one of the most common and costly of all health problems. By making small changes in your workplace environment such as focusing on indoor air quality, providing tobacco cessation resources for employees, educating those living with a chronic lung disease and helping employees adopt healthier lifestyles, you can create healthier and happier employees.

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Get Active Wellness Toolkit

Greater Des Moines Partnership and the Indianola Chamber of Commerce want to help you get a jump start on your New Year’s resolutions with the new Get Active Wellness Toolkit, aimed at helping local small businesses provide turn-key wellness programming for their employees. 
 

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We Have Moved!!



The Indianola Chamber of Commerce has officially moved to 111 North Buxton, Suite 117.
Open to the public 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Appointments available 8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m.
 

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.

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 utilizing this resource by contacting the Chamber at
515-961-6269.

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Chamber of Commerce Mobile App

Stay Connected in Real Time!


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Route 69 Vapor Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, November 9, 2017 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.


Please Join Route 69 Vapor for a ribbon cutting Thursday, November 9, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.!
106 N Howard St.

Route 69 Vapor is a premier electronic cigarette store and lounge. Carrying a wide variety of cigarette and smoking alternative, specializing in electronic cigarettes. Carrying the most popular and sought after electronic cigarettes, liquids, and accessories that produce no tobacco smell, ash, or smoke.

It's Time To Get Noticed


Billboard Marketing Opportunity


Expose, connect, and expand your business by leasing the Indianola Chamber of Commerce Billboard. This billboard is ranked number one for the number of impressions averaging 52,000 per week!  
                 
Don't miss your opportunity to grow your business! Contact us today at 515-961-6269 or email sarah@indianolachamber.com for more information or to reserve your space.
 

Book Your Holiday Gathering at La Vida Loca

10% off for Chamber Members



Planning a family or work get together?  
Celebrate the Holiday's at La Vida Loca Winery!

Make it easy on yourself and Call today to book your venue at La Vida Loca!
515-962-2236
Chamber members will enjoy 10% off!
www.lavidalocawinery.com

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Warren County Leadership Institute

Application Deadline December 1, 2017

The Garden Barn Holiday Open House

November 9, 10 & 11, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Join The Garden Barn for their annual Christmas Open House!

With a great selection of decorations including: wreaths, garlands, greenery, berries, gifts, tabletop trees, unique gifts, and much more!

November 9, 10 & 11, 2017
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

11879 G 24 Hwy

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Don't Miss Your Chance to Be a Part of the Holiday Extravaganza Lighted Parade




Deadline to Register is November 10, 2017

Don't forget to register for the Holiday Extravaganza Lighted Parade! It's a crowd favorite that allows you to showcase your business in a fun and creative way!  Participation is FREE! Trophies and cash prizes will be awarded for: Best Overall ($100 Grand Prize), Best Novelty, and Chamber's Choice.
Fax your registration forms to The Chamber by November 10, 2017 at 515-961-9753.
Questions? Contact Sarah@indianolachamber.com 
More Information and Lighted Parade Registration Form 

Registration Form

YMCA SilverSneakers Enrollment Event

November 10, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.



The Indianola YMCA is now a proud SilverSneakers site! 
SilverSneakers is a free fitness program provided by dozens of insurance plans. 1 in 5 people 65 and older is eligible. Are you? 

Stop by the enrollment event!
Friday, November 10, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Indianola YMCA
306 East Scenic Valley Ave.

If you have any questions contact:
Heather Hulen
515-777-7746

Indianola Knights of Columbus Fall Fish & Chicken Dinners

Friday, November 10, 2017


Knights of Columbus Fish and Chicken Dinners
November 10, 2017
Serving from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Located at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Hall HWY 92 and R63

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Simpson Guild Piccadilly Auction

Friday, November 10, 2017 - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.



Don't miss the 4th Annual Piccadilly Auction to help raise money for the Simpson Guild! This fun, unique event is open to the public.
Bring your friends or a date for a lively evening and kick off the Holiday Season in style. 

Simpson College, Kent Student Center
Friday, November 10, 2017
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Indianola Country Club Holiday Open House

Saturday, November 11, 2017 - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.


Free and open to the public

 November 11th, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
~Enjoy free samples of our new menu items including~
     *Handmade 5 oz. burgers
     *House-smoked bacon
     *House made honey chicken salad
     *Grilled sirloin steak sandwiches
     *Homemade ice cream & cheesecake
     *Homemade soups
     *Free wine & beer tasting

Small Business Saturday

Saturday, November 25, 2017

Join the Movement - Shop Local! 



We can all make a difference in our growing economy, and making Indianola an even more prosperous community! 

Shop Indianola first and celebrate the Holiday Season!

Don't miss Shop Local Saturday on November 25, 2017 from 9:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy in-store specials and hometown hospitality.

Shops on The Square will be open until 7:00 p.m. every Thursday until December 21!

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Peoples Bank Holiday Open House

December 7, 2017 - 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.



Enjoy the holidays with Peoples Bank!
Plan to relax and enjoy a holiday open house from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on December 7.

 

 
 

TruBank Holiday Open House

Thursday, December 7, 2017 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.


Deck the Halls with TruBank at their Holiday Open House!
Thursday, December 7, 2017 from 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
1401 N. Jefferson St.

Santa House & Horse Drawn Carriage Rides

December 7 & 14, 2017 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.



Grab Your Family & Friends!

Take photos with Santa and enjoy Horse Drawn Carriage Rides on The Square.
December 7 & 14, 2017 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Don't miss an opportunity to grab that special gift while you're there! Many shops are open late on The Square until 7:00  p.m. 

It's Not About Me

3 Steps to Prove the Communication is Not About You


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Ellis Law Offices Open House and Hat & Glove Drive

December 7, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.



Please join Ellis Law Offices for food and refreshments at their 7th Annual Open House and Hat & Glove Drive. 

December 7, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
209 N. Buxton St.

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2017 Annual Dinner Awards

January 18, 2018


"The Secret's in the Sauce"

Save the Date and plan on joining us for the 2018 Annual Dinner and Awards Ceremony.
Don't forget to nominate candidates for:
Educator of the Year
Employee of the Year
Golden Hammer Award
Volunteer of the Year
Nominations MUST be submitted no later than 12:00 p.m. on November 27, 2017.

Who's Responsible for Claim Payments in Personal Injury Law?

Ellis Law Offices, P.C.



Whether you were injured in a car accident or at the doctor’s office, if you suffered harm due to the negligence of another individual or entity, a personal injury claim may be in order. When you file a successful claim, you may receive monetary compensation for your pain and suffering, medical expenses, disability, loss of wages, and other damages accrued.


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