In the Know with OCMS
Although the December Shop Local promotion, “Home for the Holidays” continues, Holiday Brilliance was the final large event for 2022. Mark your calendar for January 10th, to celebrate the 2022 accomplishments of OCMS, CCDC and the community at the Lakeside Event Center.
A Shout Out to Holiday Brilliance Sponsors & Volunteers
Community First Credit Union - Premier Sponsor
Your Sweet Pickins - Supporter Sponsor
Mayberry's Coffee House & Eatery for putting on the Gingerbread House Contest
First Interstate Bank for hosting letters to Santa
Southern Hills Specialty Care for hosting kid craft ornament decorating
Fareway for hosting "Fill the Sleigh" for local food pantry donations. (There ended up being 5 grocery cars of donations).
Santa, Tony Greif
The City of Osceola Crew - setup the Santa House and surrounding metal trees.
Unfortunately, the new courtyard lighting was not installed before the before the big weekend because of supply delays but technicians confirmed beginning the Lighthouse Design this week. Ashleigh Eckels has asked the OCMS board for ideas to publicly celebrate the completion of phase 1 lighting.
Silver Jubilee
The Annual Dinner theme reflects the 25-year anniversary celebration of Osceola Chamber-Main Street. Social hour begins at 5PM followed by dinner @ 6PM. Invitations to members are being mailed, but other community members are encouraged to attend. The $30.00 tickets are on sale now at the OCMS/CCDC office.
Nomination letters for the Community Service Award are due to OCMS by December 9th. Letters must describe the community service(s), the significance and impact it has had in the community. All letters must be signed. Representatives from Rotary, OCMS and CCDC review and select the winner.
OCMS Membership & Sponsorships Guarantee Quality Events
OCMS Board volunteers continue to work on the Membership Drive and Total Resource Campaign for 2023. Membership, however, is not just for businesses. Every donation is needed, used, and appreciated-individual memberships are $50.00.
The Fourth of July activities require the largest budget. Before OCMS took over the event, volunteers collected and fundraised for fireworks, entertainment, prizes, etc. in various ways throughout the year. Now, just as it is with all OCMS events, the entire Fourth of July budget is raised by OCMS through sponsorships and memberships. You may drop off or send your membership to Osceola Chamber-Main Street, 115 W. Washington.
Shop Local til You Drop - Home for the Holiday
The season of giving is in full swing and as always, OCMS encourages the community to locally use their buying power. The Home for the Holidays promotion is a great way to save money while supporting local businesses.
Buy a Shop the Square tote bag at OCMS, Darlene’s Variety, SalonRed or Timber Ridge Country Market and fill it at participating merchants to receive 10% off purchases. (Shoppers must have the official tote for discount) Participating businesses: Mayhew's Market, SalonRed Boutique and Day Spa, Darlene’s Variety Store and More, Southern Iowa Saddle Shop, Timber Ridge Country Market, Kellers, Ivy Rose, Earth Angels Gifts, The Grassroots Home, and Clark's Furniture.
Find all your gifts within minutes of home and support the people who support the community.
Valid only Thursdays from 4-7pm.
Shop Local Ideas
Osceola and the surrounding towns can boast the talents of many artisans: furniture builders or refinishers, painters, wood, knife, and jewelry crafters, knitters, and quilters; soap, candle, and scent makers.
Local, home-based vendors sell everything from kitchen supplies to books, and purses to makeup, spice mixes and essential oils.
Give a gift certificate for services and experiences: distillery tour, bowling, movie, oil change or tune-up, tire rotation, vehicle detailing, computer tune-up, tree trimming or removal, lawn care, pest management, landscape maintenance, snow removal, massage, haircut, facial, manicure and pedicure, pet training or boarding, music, art, craft lessons or workshop, babysitting, quilting, or restaurant meals and baked goods.
Purchase Warrior Dollars to exclusively use in Osceola at the OCMS office- 115 W Washington.
Business Buzz
For that hard-to-buy-for-someone in your life, gift a private tour and tasting; get the inside scoop on grain-glass distilling
Live Music Events 4-7PM
Dec. 3: Kris Karr
Dec. 10: Brian Herrin
Dec. 17: Josh Sinclair
Dec. 31: Jesse and the Medicine Men
The Eagle’s Club is family friendly and open to the public seven days a week. Anyone playing an instrument is invited to jam sessions the 2nd Sunday of every month.
The Harvest Barn: Cyber Week Sale-ends midnight Dec. 4th- 15% off all online orders and free shipping on orders of $150.00
Chipp’s Harley Davidson: Christmas open house, December 10, 9-3
Osceola Vet Clinic: December 21st 3:30-5PM. Pet photos with Santa, Cookies, crafts, music and more!
Stay in the Know with Chamber-Main Street: Contact Ashleigh or Cady 641.342.4200 or [email protected] to learn more about membership, sponsorships, events, or volunteer opportunities.
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