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Holiday Happy Hour
12/12/2024
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Membership Meeting & Lunch
12/12/2024
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Norwalk Area Women's Collective Coffee
12/13/2024
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Annual Awards Banquet
1/17/2025
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Events in the month of October 2022
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10/1/2022

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10/1/2022


NACC Ribbon Cutting - Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center
Saturday, October 1 at 10 am
2201Sunset Dr, Norwalk, IA 50211

Join your fellow membership for an official GrowNorwalk Ambassadors Ribbon Cutting at Yellow Brick Road Early Childhood Development Center.

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10/6/2022

Come join us as we sing songs, play instruments, use puppets and dramatic play, movement activities and sing-along time with the guitar and ukulele. This class is intended for parents (and grandparents) and their children ages birth-preK.

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10/6/2022


NPECC Open House, Thursday, October 6th; 5:30 to 7:30 pm, Norwalk High School

The Norwalk Community School District is hosting an open house for the public to tour the new Norwalk Physical Education & Competition Center (NPECC).  The public is welcome to walk through the NPECC from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.  The Board will host a brief program at 6:30 pm along with a Norwalk Chamber Ribbon Cutting to follow.  


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10/11/2022

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10/12/2022

Warrior Giving Wednesday
Household Paper
- toilet paper
- tissues
- paper towel
- napkins
Drive through drop off at Norwalk Christian Church (701 Main St)
October 12th
3:30pm - 5:30pm

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10/13/2022


Food Safety Certification Class
Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach is offering a food safety training for food service managers on October 13, 2022 at the Warren County Extension Office in Indianola.
“Certification in ServSafe® meets the Iowa Food Code requirements to have a certified food protection manager in all establishments,” said Cathy Drost, class instructor and ISU Extension and Outreach human sciences specialist in food and health. "We live in a time when food safety hazards and risks are prevalent. Serving safe food is mandatory. This eight-hour program aims to train food service professionals about food safety requirements and best practices to meet them.”
According to Drost, the program is based on the National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe® certification program and the Iowa Food Code. The class is beneficial for foodservice managers from all areas such as schools, restaurants, convenience stores, child care, senior meal sites and health care. Participants will receive a copy of the ServSafe® Manager training manual and will take the ServSafe® certification exam.

Intended audience: Food service managers and employees
Format: One 6-hour course plus certification exam
Certification: Upon successfully passing the exam, certified by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation as a Food Protection Manager
Cost: $160 ($110 if a member of Iowa Restaurant Association)


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10/13/2022

GrowNorwalk Ambassadors Meeting
Thursday, Oct. 13  |  11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: El Dorado Mexican Restaurant


New Members you are welcome to join us and see what being an ambassador is all about!

​Lunch on your own.

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10/13/2022

Come join us as we sing songs, play instruments, use puppets and dramatic play, movement activities and sing-along time with the guitar and ukulele. This class is intended for parents (and grandparents) and their children ages birth-preK.

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10/13/2022

Warren County Legislative Candidate Forum
Thursday, October 13, 2022
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Wildcats Activity Center

430 School Street, Carlisle, IA
 
Your Carlisle, Norwalk & Indianola Chambers are hosting a candidates forum, October 13th. Mark your calendars and join us and hear what all the candidates for Warren County Supervisor, State Senate & State Representative have to say regarding their goals and our needs for our area.
All candidates have been invited to attend

Supervisor Candidates
  • District 1 - Mark Snell
  • District 2 - Crystal McIntyre, Incumbent
  • District 2- Alfanso Valezuela Gamucio
Legislative Candidates
  • Senate District 11 - Lisa Feishman
  • Senate District 11 - Julian Garrett - Incumbent
  • Representative District 21 - Joe Kerner
  • Representative 21 - Brooke Boden, Incumbent
  • Representative 22 - Stan Gustafson - Incumbent
Bring your questions, or email them to executivedirector@carlisleiachamber.org, all questions will be asked by a moderator.
Your Chamber holds these type of events to help keep you informed. Hope you're able to join us.

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10/15/2022

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build

Hosted by Norwalk Area Young Professionals - Event open to everyone
Sat, Oct 15 - 8 am - noon
Sam Sorenson State Farm Parking Lot (501 North Ave, Norwalk, IA 50211)
30 volunteers are needed

Donations of new twin size sheets, new twin size comforters and new pillows or cash donations taken at: Norwalk Area Chamber office, Luana, ReMax, State Farm, City State Bank.

Monetary donations are also accepted online at Warren County Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
  • $5 Pillow
  • $10 Sheet Set
  • $25 Comforter
  • $100 Mattress
  • $250 Single Bed (1 child)
  • $500 Bunk Bed (2 children)
Learn more about Sleep in Heavenly Peace: https://shpbeds.org/about-sleep-heavenly-peace/

Volunteer Times:
1. 8 am - noon - Help cut wood and assemble
2. 9 am - noon - Assembly only

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10/16/2022
Crossroads Church is hosting a fall festival on Sunday, October 16!

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10/20/2022

NACC October Membership Lunch
Networking  |  Local Speakers
Thursday, October 20  |  11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Crossroads Church (2601 Border St, Norwalk)

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10/20/2022

Warren County Business Awards & 30th Anniversary Event
Thursday, November 10, 2022
5:00-7:00 pm


We are excited to announce the return of our Annual Warren County Economic Impact Celebration & Awards Event and are looking for business nominations by October 26th! See the business award & recognition categories and nominate here: https://lnkd.in/gjxUmhqu

The Economic Impact event is an opportunity to recognize outstanding businesses and get together to celebrate Warren County. This year is extra special for us because we are celebrating 30 years as an organization!

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10/20/2022

Come join us as we sing songs, play instruments, use puppets and dramatic play, movement activities and sing-along time with the guitar and ukulele. This class is intended for parents (and grandparents) and their children ages birth-preK.

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10/22/2022

The North River Arts Council has been working on a Master Arts & Culture Plan for most of the last year, and it's time to introduce it to the public. And we hope YOU will be able to join us, Saturday, October 22, 9am - 12noon, at Simpson College in Indianola.

The plan will be introduced by leaders of Group Creatives, the arts consultant group that conducted citizen surveys, resident focus groups, and individual leader interviews before formulating the plan. The Master Arts & Culture Plan addresses regional and individual community opportunities to incorporate the arts into everyday life.


The North River Arts Council + City of Norwalk invites you to a
Master Arts & Culture Plan Unveiling
Saturday, Oct. 22
9 am - 12 Noon
Simpson College, 400 N. Howard St, Indianola
Open to the Public

Held in the Graphic Design Facilities inside the Campus Services Building at Simpson. The plan will be introduced by leaders of Group Creatives, the arts consultant group that conducted citizen surveys, resident focus groups, and individual leader interviews before formulating the plan. The Master Arts & Culture Plan addresses regional and individual community opportunities to incorporate the arts into everyday life.

PLEASE RSVP at https://www.northriverartscouncil.org/2022artssummitregistration 

QUESTIONS: Contact Mark True President, North River Arts Council 515-822-3706


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10/24/2022

The Greater Des Moines Partnership will host the inaugural Future World of Work Summit on Monday, Oct. 24. The purpose of the Future World of Work Summit is to inform, educate and inspire the business community in Greater Des Moines (DSM). This half-day event will highlight ways employers can adapt and thrive in the work and learning ecosystems of tomorrow. The summit will take place at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny from 1 – 5:30 p.m.
 
The Summit programming will include an interactive session to gather hyper-local perspectives on innovation, a panel discussion of local industry leaders, and conversations with nationally recognized thought leaders and futurists. Keynote speakers will include Kermit Kaleba, Strategy Director at Lumina Foundation, an Indianapolis-based foundation that is committed to making opportunities for learning beyond high school available to all, and Casey Welch, CEO and Co-founder of Tallo, a student and professional recruitment platform.
 
“The Future World of Work Summit will help inspire attendees to think beyond the immediate future and begin to prepare for long-term talent development trends,” said Katherine Atkinson, Director of Workforce for The Partnership. “The summit will help attendees prepare and react to the future of the workforce by arming them with immediate and tangible solutions to keep a competitive advantage.”
 
Register for the event here. Stay tuned for more program details, including presenter and session information, in coming weeks.

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10/26/2022

Top Five Tips for Developing the Art + Skill of Difficult Conversations with Dr. Lisa Hartman
Date: October 26, 2022
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

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Event Description:
This Top Five series will feature experts in human resources, marketing, accounting, IT and others. They will introduce five things on certain topic that will help you be successful in your small business.

“When we avoid difficult conversations, we trade short term discomfort for long term dysfunction.” - Peter Bromberg We can’t avoid hard conversations. We can, however, learn how to navigate them in a way that brings better outcomes for all parties. In this session, you will learn common errors, like softening the issue and storing up all of your frustrations. Together, we will learn the components of an effective opening statement. You will have the opportunity to create an action plan and develop an opening statement for a difficult conversation you need to have.

  Dr. Lisa Hartman has spent her career in education and is driven by supporting others in their learning and growth journeys. Lisa earned her doctorate in leadership at Creighton University. She also obtained her master’s in education from Creighton. Prior to these degrees, Lisa was named the Student of the Year at College of St. Mary, where she earned her master’s of arts in teaching. She also attended Iowa State University where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in English – Rhetoric & Professional Communication. After brief stints in technical writing and insurance, Lisa recognized that her passion and purpose was in education. She knew the day she stepped foot in a classroom that she would forever have a passion for education. Lisa has taught a variety of subjects to a variety of grade levels, including teaching English to adults. Lisa transitioned into school leadership and during her time as a school administrator, she has overseen every grade level from PK-12. Lisa currently serves as a Director of Educational Services for an Area Education Agency in Iowa. This career journey has inspired Lisa to continue to coach and support others.

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10/27/2022

BELLFLOWER FLORIST & GIFTS
Thursday, Oct. 27  |  4:00 - 7:00 pm
2251 Sunset Dr Suite C, Norwalk
FOOD + DOOR PRIZES + GIFTS + LIVE MUSIC

Join Bellflower Florist & Gifts for their One Year Anniversary Celebration! Enjoy prizes, free gifts, food, and LIVE MUSIC w/Dan Trilk!

All are invited to this event. Help us celebrate #yourflorist and so many more years to come!


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10/27/2022

Come join us as we sing songs, play instruments, use puppets and dramatic play, movement activities and sing-along time with the guitar and ukulele. This class is intended for parents (and grandparents) and their children ages birth-preK.

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10/29/2022

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10/30/2022

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