Step behind the scenes and experience the artistry of crafting exceptional spirits. Our guided distillery tour you’ll learn about the time-honored techniques and cutting-edge technology that go into every bottle. Special this month is a tour by the owner.

What to Expect:

• Guided Tour: Our expert guides will take you through the distillation process, from selecting the finest ingredients to the moment our spirits are bottled.

• Tasting Session: After the tour, enjoy a tasting of our signature spirits, including our award-winning Prairie Fire cinnamon whiskey, Saints ‘nSinners apple pie, and IDC Straight Bourbon. As well as a sample of our #1 selling cocktail, Spiked Blackberry Lemonade. Explore the unique flavors and aromas that make our products stand out.

• Exclusive Insights: Learn about the history of our distillery and the craftsmanship that sets us apart.

Whether you’re a connoisseur or just beginning to explore the world of spirits, our distillery tour offers something for everyone.

Cost: $20

Register at: 

• https://iowadistilling.com/product/distillery-tour-2025/

Join chef and food scientist Mary Jane Miller at the Middlebrook Farmhouse for a spring cooking class celebrating the best flavors of the season. Mary Jane has cooked for three Minnesota governors and developed recipes for Betty Crocker Test Kitchens, Pillsbury, Food Network, and Target Corporation. Today, she lives on her Iowa farm surrounded by chickens, gardens, and honeybees, drawing inspiration from the ingredients growing just outside her door.

She will show you how to prepare and enjoy fresh spring dishes including Pan Roasted Radishes, Lemony Halloumi Cheese with Snap Peas and Pea Shoots, German Asparagus Salad, and Strawberry Rhubarb Shortcakes with Whipped Mascarpone on Easy Cream Biscuits.

FLORALPALOOZA

📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 8:00–9:00 AM
📍 Middlebrook Mercantile

Event Description:

This month we’ll come together making flower arrangements with flowers from Bellflower Florist & Gifts. 

We’ll enjoy coffee, conversation, and a creative morning connecting with other women in our community while creating something beautiful to take home. Whether you come with a friend or attend on your own, this is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, connect, and start your morning with intention and creativity.

We can’t wait to spend the morning with you.

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Tee Off for a Day of Networking and Fun at Our Annual Golf Outing!

Get ready to swing into summer with the Norwalk Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing on Tuesday, June 16! This highly anticipated event is more than just a day on the greens—it’s an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and enjoy a little friendly competition. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking for a fun way to engage with fellow business professionals, this event is designed for everyone.

A Premier Networking Experience

The annual golf outing is a cornerstone event for our chamber, bringing together local business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members in a relaxed setting. With a shotgun start and a scramble format, teams will have the chance to work together while enjoying a day outdoors. It’s the perfect blend of business and recreation, allowing participants to build relationships in a setting that fosters conversation and camaraderie.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, June 16
Location: 
Legacy Golf Club
400 Legacy Parkway, Norwalk
Shotgun Start: 9 AM
Registration Includes 18 holes of golf, cart rental, lunch, post-event reception, and a chance to win exciting prizes!

Pricing:

• $100 per golfer (2 left)
• $400 per foursome (4 left)
• $150 hole sponsorship (10 left)

Extras:

• Raffle Tickets & Mulligans – available for purchase at the check-in table
• Lunch is included in the registration fee

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Are you looking for a way to gain exposure for your business? Sponsorship opportunities range from hole sponsorship to premium event partnerships. This is an excellent way to market your business while supporting a well-loved chamber business community event.

Lunch & Reception Sponsor - $675 (1 left)
Prize Sponsor - $500 (1 available)
Hole-in-One Sponsor - $250 (SOLD)
Hole Sponsor - $150 (10 left)
Longest Drive Sponsor - $250 (SOLD)
Closest to the Pin - $250 (1 available)
Golfer Fee - $100 (20 left)

Interested in sponsoring? Email info@norwalkchamber.org for details!

Why You Should Participate

• Expand Your Network: Connect with fellow business professionals in a casual and engaging environment.
• Showcase Your Brand: Sponsorship opportunities offer excellent visibility for your company.
• Enjoy a Great Day of Golf: Take in the beautiful course while competing for prizes and bragging rights.

Spots are limited; this event always sells out for us, so don’t wait to secure your place! Gather your team or sign up individually—we’ll pair you with a great group to ensure a fun and productive day. 

Register Today!

See you on the course! 

• Exclusive access to some of the best gardens in Warren County
• Garden Tools & Tips Vendor Fair at the Norwalk Easter Public Library
• Food trucks and activities from 11am-1pm at the Norwalk Easter Public Library
• Private Bonsai Exhibit at the Norwalk Easter Public Library

Celebrate Summer Solstice with us at Middlebrook Farm!

📍Middlebrook Farmhouse
📆 Saturday June 20th, 2026
⏰ 9:30am - 1:30pm
🌈 Tie dye workshop with Curated by Meghan Marie
☀️ Outdoor all-levels yoga
🍽️ Picnic lunch and beverages included
🍦Make your own ice cream/sorbet!

Tie dye workshop - tie dye a tea towel or adult t-shirt! We will reach out via email to confirm if you want a towel or shirt and size. If you'd like to bring your own 100% cotton item, all other supplies are provided including after-care instructions.

Join us for "Cut and Create", beginner floral design workshop with The Budding Optimist! Learn to design a bouquet “in hand”, in the garden!

Let your creativity bloom with this beginner floral design workshop! Learn to create a simple floral arrangement in hand, cut directly from the flower field at Middlebrook Farm.

Sarah will walk you through how to choose and design cut flowers "in hand", a technique you are sure to reach for again and again. Learn to balance different flower shapes, textures and color while building your own bouquet. Best practices for harvest and stem care will also be discussed.

Each month will bring a unique in season experience and flowers will vary.

Cost of this workshop is $30.00* and includes a variety of flowers and mason jar. Snips will be available for use. Registration is required through eventbrite and a ticket is required for each participant.

*Cost is reduced thanks to generous support from Middlebrook Farm. We appreciate their partnership and use of the farm space. Be sure to stop by the farm stand to see what’s in season, and visit our booth at Fridays at the Farm (dates on our website calendar: www.buddingoptimism.com/calendar).