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Summer Nights Live VIP Back Alley Pre-Party
5/31/2024
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Summer Nights Live | Standing Hampton | Presented By Peoples Bank
5/31/2024
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Grow Here Now Session 3 - Staying the Course and Planning for the Future
8/15/2024
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Events in the month of December 2023
Friday, December 1, 2023
Join our residents for our First Friday @ 4pm happy hour. Sip festive beverages, decorate your own gingerbread cookie and watch as our executive chef constructs a large gingerbread house.
Grab something to go or eat in at our E' Street Cafe, open to the public, from 4:30 - 6:30 that night! 
*Friday night special is "fried shrimp & chips"!
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Get ready for the holidays at a home baked festive cookie walk, vendor and unique craft show for your gift giving, and a holiday cafe with cinnamon rolls and hot drinks!  It''s a morning out before the holiday rush!  Sponsored by St. Thomas Aquinas STARS group. 
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Come join us for our trivia!
Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Many people don’t know that Iowa was the first state in the U.S. to officially integrate its public schools in 1868, just three years after the Civil War ended. Join the African American Museum of Iowa to uncover more stories of Black Iowans throughout history at Endless Possibilities. Starting with the Lewis and Clark expedition and into the present day, we will see how Black Americans have shaped Iowa’s culture, economy, and laws.

Sydney O’Hare is the museum educator at the African American Museum of Iowa in Cedar Rapids. She’s a life-long Midwesterner who earned her BA in History from DePaul University and her MA in History from the University of Iowa.

She is excited to team up with other Iowa institutions to showcase Black history around the state. Free program is sponsored by Community 1st Credit Union and hosted by Indianola Parks & Recreation.
 

 

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Join Greater Des Moines Partnership to learn best practices and to receive resources that will help you inspire trust, promote unity, and create a sense of stability, even when facing the most trying of situations. This program is beneficial for government leaders such as mayors, city council members, administrators, clerks, and chamber officials. 

This event is great for community leaders facing high-pressure situations or contentious issues and want to remain composed, respectful and empathetic beacons of stability for the community of which they serve.
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Visit TruBank's Main Office at 1401 N. Jefferson Way in Indianola between 4:00 to 6:00 PM to celebrate the upcoming holidays and the conclusion of our 140th Anniversary in 2023! Light food and drinks provided as well as giveaways! We'll have bank tours available in case you missed our grand reopening as we would love to show you around! We appreciate the warm welcoming of our new building and hope that everyone can stop in to see it soon!
Thursday, December 7, 2023

 
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Come on over and play 5 games in this friendly cribbage tournament. Boards and cards are provided.
Friday, December 8, 2023
Come join us for our trivia!
Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Saturday, December 9, 2023

Experience the warmth and energy of a gathering fire, built by hand and ignited without matches. Allow the flames to illuminate your mind and heart as you share and process your experiences. We will take a forest therapy walk through the woods to explore nature using all your senses. This is casual wander that focuses on being in the present moment. There will hot tea and snacks to savor by the fire. This walk is in partnership with Forest Spirit LLC and IADNR.

Saturday, December 9, 2023
Indianola Downtown warmly invites you Home for the Holidays! You're sure to find your holiday cheer as we transform our Square with the dazzling sights, sounds (& smells) of the season. Ask Santa if you are on his Nice List, take a horse drawn wagon ride, join in on a carol or find a treat just like your grandma used to make. And there is no better place to find the perfect gift than our beautiful boutiques, so be sure to bring your gift list! We'll end the evening with a community sing along and a Lighted Parade.
Follow Indianola Downtown on facebook for updates!
 
Saturday, December 9, 2023

On December 9th during the Home for the Holidays event on the Indianola Downtown Square, the Indianola Chamber is hosting the annual Holiday Lighted Parade. We want to make this the best lighted parade ever! We are asking YOU to sign your organization up to be a part of the parade! Here are the details for the event:

  • Parade Time: The parade will kick off at 7:30, participants should start lining up at 7:00pm to ensure a smooth start
  • Float Requirements: Participants provide a parade entry, we encourage floats, vehicles, and even decorated people! The only requirement is that your entry is creatively decorated with lights to illuminate the parade route.
  • Candy and Treat: Feel free to bring your own candy or treats to distribute to the excited onlookers. It’s a great way to spread holiday joy!
  • Competition: To add an extra element of fun, there will be prizes for various categories. Let your creativity shine and you might be the winner!

Let’s come together to make the “Home for the Holidays” a memorable event for our community! 

Register for this event to ensure you have a spot in the parade!

Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Join us for the Greater Des Moines Partnership's Annual State Legislative Leadership Breakfast for a preview of the 2024 legislative session and the unveiling of The Partnership's 2024 State Legislative Priorities.

Confirmed legislative panelists include:
  • Senator Mike Bousselot (R - Polk)
  • Senate Minority Leader Pam Jochum (D - Dubuque)
  • House Assistant Majority Leader David Young (R - Dallas)
  • House Minority Leader Jennifer Konfrst (D - Polk)
Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Vocalist Gina Gedler and keyboardist Ben Hagen return to the Activity Center for a Christmas show that brings holiday cheer featuring classic songs...some with a twist....  and some with the audience singing along!

The free concert is hosted by Indianola Parks & Recreation and sponsored by MediGold|MercyOne, with dessert provided by Indianola Hy-Vee.

Thursday, December 14, 2023
Like and follow TruBank on Facebook for your chance to win the TruBank 140th Anniversary Facebook Trivia Contest! Visit the TruBank Facebook page and post a comment on the 140th Anniversary Contest post on December 14th with what you believe the correct answer is. If more than one correct answer posted, the winner will be randomly selected. The winner will be announced December 15th. The winning prize for the December trivia is a TruBank fleece blank, stocking cap, 20 oz tumbler mug, and special TruBank 140th Anniversary Christmas ornament. For official rules, visit our website
Friday, December 15, 2023

The energy of the Winter Solstice is deeply reflective. The Winter Solstice marks a return to light from darkness that we experience within ourselves and in nature during the cold winter months. Yoga helps us move through this season and more deeply align with the energy of the changing seasons, and release unwanted darkness that no longer serves us.

Join Bethany with Begin Again Yoga for a 75-minute yoga class that will move through postures that are held for longer periods of time in a restorative manner, paired with meditation techniques to relax both the body and mind. This class will focus on letting go of what is no longer serving us and explore the depth of postures to bring new opportunities. 

Bethany approaches her yoga classes with all levels of yogis in mind, so all are welcome to this practice. A yoga mat, layered clothing, and water bottle are encouraged for this class.

Saturday, December 16, 2023

Join Bethany with Begin Again Yoga for community yoga at West Hill Brewing Company. Enjoy a 60-minute yoga class and beer fellowship following. This class is catered to all levels of yogis with a variety of poses for all to enjoy.

A $20 admission gets you yoga plus one complimentary beer, hard cider, or non-alcoholic beverage before the taproom is open to the public. Taproom doors open prior to class at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, December 16, 2023
Come join us for our trivia!
Five rounds, 10 questions in each round. Each round is a different category. The winning team of 2 receives 25% off their bill (if you have more than 2 in your team, you are just playing for bragging rights/fun).
Monday, December 18, 2023
Tuesday, December 19, 2023


Join us for an exclusive chamber member social gathering, where professionals from various industries come together for an evening of networking, collaboration, and building meaningful connections. Connect with fellow members, exchange ideas, and explore potential partnerships in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your business network and strengthen your community ties.

Business and Brews will be on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, every other month. Locations will vary so stay tuned!

Who: All Chamber Businesses/Members
What: Come network, Colab and build meaningful connections
When: Tuesday, December 19 , 4:30-6:30 P.M.
Where: West Hill Brewing Company  (219 W Salem Ave, Indianola, IA 50125)
Thursday, December 28, 2023

Proven to reduce stress and anxiety, Yoga Nidra is a form of meditation and a mind-body therapy. It is a systematic form of guided relaxation that typically is done for 30 to 40 minutes at a time, leaving you feel relaxed and refreshed for the rest of your evening.

Saturday, December 30, 2023 - Sunday, December 31, 2023
End of Year Holiday Celebration - Ugly Sweater Party from 4 PM to 12 AM with Live Music by The Night Life starting at 8 PM!