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In this issue you
will find:
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
MyEntreNet
RECYCLING!
Become a Chamber Member for 2007
Attention Clubs, Sororities and Civic Organizations!!
Civic Organizations Update Form
Knoxville Barber Shop
2nd Anniversay for Sundance Realty
Living Windows 2006
COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR
Lighted Holiday Parade
Lighted Holiday Parade Entry Form
COMMUNITY COAT DRIVE
Knoxville Area Community Theatre
Chamber office closing
Business Morning Meeting
Sprint Car Hall of Fame 15th Anniversary
Our Town Florist's Christmas Home Tours
Watch for information on
Also Coming...
Local Talent Wanted
VILLAGE THEATRE TICKETS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
*MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR
JANUARY 20, 2007
THE CHAMBER ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET
MyEntreNet
Greetings!
Got plans for Monday?
Let’s face it, we all plan – holidays, graduations, retirement…but when thinking of your business do you really make the time to ‘Plan for Profit’??
Take some time on Monday, November 13th at 7:00 PM to welcome Steve Sprague, Director of the Kirkwood Small Business Development Center in Marion, Iowa as the guest presenter. In addition to being Center Director since 1995, Steve has owned a variety of businesses since 1968. In his 28 plus years at Kirkwood, Steve has taught in the Agriculture department, coordinated continuing education classes, and has assisted more than 2000 businesses to grow by ‘planning for profit’ in his time at the Kirkwood SBDC! Steve will help you develop a plan for boosting your bottom line!
TO PARTICIPATE, simply go to www.myentre.net and enter through the entrepreneurs’ side of the web application. Click on “Online Seminar” in the left column and you are in. (If you haven't done so, you will need to fill out a brief registration form to access MyEntreNet.) There’s no need to pre-register, and as always, please feel free to contact Amy Kuhlers, Program Manager with UNI Regional Business Center – SBDC at amy.kuhlers@uni.edu if you have any questions!
Did You Know…
Research conducted by the Small Business Administration finds statistics that certainly paint a picture of the power of entrepreneurs:
· 55% of new job creation in the United States comes from existing businesses expanding.
· 44% of new job creation comes from new business startups.
· Only 1% of new jobs come from business relocations.
Notable Quotables
The successful person makes a habit of doing what the failing person doesn't like to do. (Thomas Edison)
RECYCLING!
The Knoxville Chamber of Commerce is asking anyone who has old cell phones or empty laser and inkjet cartridges to recycle them. How? All you have to do is bring them to the Chamber office located at 309 E Main Street. There is a list of qualifying item.
Become a Chamber Member for 2007
Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
2007 Membership ApplicationPlease complete and return to: Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
309 E. Main St.
Knoxville, Iowa 50138 2006 Dues:____ Payment Information: (Circle) Enclosed Bill January Bill Quarterly Business Name: Contact Name/Title: Address: City, State, Zip: Extended description of your location: _______________________________________
______________________________________________________________________ Hours of Operation:______________________________________________________ Phone: Fax: E-mail: Web Site: Owner: Manager: Description of Business: ______________________________________________________________________
(manufacturing, service, retail, corporation, partnership, etc.) Products/Services offered:
Full Time Employees: Part Time Employees: Date and Year Business Opened: Signature: Please complete reverse side also. Future Plans for Company: What Makes Your Business Unique?____________________________________________________________________
What Drew you to this Field of Business? _______________________________________ Personal Background: What qualities you bring to this business field? _________________ How can the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce assist you with your business:
Comments and Suggestions:
Attention Clubs, Sororities and Civic Organizations!!
ATTENTION CLUBS, SORORITIES AND CIVIC
ORGANIZATIONS!!The Chamber is looking to update our records on Clubs, Sororities, and Civic Organizations. Please
contact Donell at the Chamber. Email dstates@iowatelecom.net or phone 828-7555. Thanks
Civic Organizations Update Form
Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
2006/2007 Civic Organizations Please complete and return to: Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
309 E. Main St.
Knoxville, Iowa 50138 Group/Organization Name: Contact Name/Title: Address: City, State, Zip: When you meet:______________________________________________________ # of Members: Phone: Fax: E-mail: Web Site: Mission of Organization: ________________________________________________________________________________________________
Date and Year started:
Knoxville Barber Shop
A NEW SHOP IS OPENING
DOWNTOWN
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2006
VISIT THE KNOXVILLE BARBER SHOP
LOCATED AT
301 E MAIN STREET, KNOXVILLE
HOURS ARE TUES-FRI 6:30AM -5PM
SATURDAY 7AM - 12PM
WELCOME SARA SMITH TO TOWN!!
SHE’LL BE OPEN DURING LIVING WINDOWS SO STOP BY & VISIT!
2nd Anniversay for Sundance Realty
We are excited to be celebrating our SECOND ANNIVERSARY!!On November 16th, during Living Windows, be sure to stop by our office-Not only will our windows be "alive", we will be serving hot dogs with your favorite toppings again this year.Also sign up for our drawings for gift certificates as our way of saying thank you for helping our second year be as successful as our first!!
Living Windows 2006
“A Hometown Christmas”
Thursday, November 16, 5:30—8:00
Downtown Knoxville
Live Holiday Displays in Merchants Windows
Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides $3 per person
Smitty’s Kettle Corn and Barrel Train
Santa Claus Holiday Open House
Start your Holiday shopping early by shopping locally.
Check out the bargains and quality products available from local merchants. Brought to you by:
Mentor Study Club
Knoxville Chamber and Economic Development Growth Alliance
For more information call (641)828-7555 www.knoxville-iowa.com
COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR
Friday, November 17, 2006
4:00-5:00pm
Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
Office
309 E Main St, Knoxville, IAAnyone with thoughts, ideas,
concerns or questions for Mayor Sprafka are invited to attend.
Lighted Holiday Parade
It's not too late to enter!!!“Hometown Family Traditions”
Friday, November 17, 7:00 PM
Continue the festivities into Friday and extend your shopping opportunities. See spectacular creative lighted displays. Santa and Mrs. Claus Brought to you by:
Mentor Study Club
Knoxville Chamber and Economic Development Growth Alliance
For more information call (641)828-7555 www.knoxville-iowa.com
Lighted Holiday Parade Entry Form
Friday, November 17, 2006 at 7:00 PM LINEUP: 6 p.m. - PARADE begins at 7 p.m. through downtown Knoxville
Entry Deadline: by November 17th
*Please remember that candy is not allowed to be thrown, but you may walk and hand it out! Theme: “Hometown Family Traditions”
The theme will weigh heavily in the judging of this popular event! Enjoy the fun festivities of the Knoxville !! Awards will be presented to the best entries in these categories: (Check the category in which your entry should be judged.) _____ Best Overall _____ Best Use of Lights
_____ Best Performing Entry _____ Kids’ Entry
_____ Just for Fun, Don’t Judge All entries will be considered for “Best of Parade” and “Fan’s Favorite” awards. Name of Business/Organization: _____________________________________________
Contact Person: _______________________e-mail
Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________
City: __________________________ State: _____________ Zip: _____________
Daytime Telephone: __________________ Evening Telephone: _________________ Number of expected entries: _____________
Commentary for announcer to read: ___________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________ COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM TO:
Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
309 E Main Street
Knoxville, IA 50138
Phone #: (641) 828-7555
Fax #: (641) 828-7978 You may also drop your form off at our office. Particulars: All entries must have a lighting aspect. All entries must be identified with a sign or banner. Please insure your entry does not include Santa Claus or Mrs. Claus. 1. PARADE PARTICULARS
In order to be considered for inclusion in the 2006 Lighted Holiday Parade you must provide a complete description of your entry, including all dimensions and indicating equipment associated with the display. A photograph of the display should also accompany the entry form.
2. SALES
Any companies selling merchandise must conform to the legal tax ordinance of federal, state, county and city authorities. Forms will be available at registration and must be turned in before departure.
3. PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY
Full payment must accompany this contract to secure space assignment. All cancellations must be in writing. Companies that cancel 60 days prior to the expo will receive a full refund. After the 60 day cut-off, a 50% cancellation fee will apply to all cancellations; no refunds to companies that cancel less than 2 weeks prior to the parade. Exhibitors that are 30 days past due with no confirming payment, will be automatically cancelled. If they wish to be reinstated, their space will be assigned according to availability upon receipt of a written request and full payment.
4. EXHIBITS
Exhibits shall be so arranged as not to obstruct the general view nor hide the exhibits of others.
5. SPACE ASSIGNMENT
Space assignment will be at the sole discretion of the promoter. Space assignment, written or otherwise, will not be guaranteed until check-in time. Promoter reserves the right to make last minute changes.
6. INFLATABLES, HEIGHT LIMITATIONS AND SAMP LING
Advertising over 10 feet high, inflatables and product sampling are not permitted without the expressed written consent of the promoter.
7. OPERATION
Promoter reserves the right to restrict the exhibit to a maximum noise level and to suitable methods of operation and display materials. If, for any reason, an exhibit and its contents are deemed objectionable by Promoter, the exhibit will be subject to removal. This reservation includes persons, things, conduct, printed matter or any item of poor character which management in it’s sole discretion considers objectionable to the events well being. In the event such an eviction or restriction is enforced, management will not be liable for refunding rental fees or funds for exhibition, except at its own discretion. Entry agrees that management may substitute the actual space assigned to entry if necessary.
8. EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Exhibitors must not injure or deface property. Should such damage occur, Exhibitor is liable to property’s owner. Exhibitor is responsible for lost or stolen rental equipment such as tables and chairs. 9. UNOCCUPIED SPACE
Management reserves the right, should any rented Exhibitor’s space remain unoccupied on the closing hour of line up, or should any space be forfeited due to failure to make proper payment, to rent said space to any other Exhibitor, or use said space in any other manner, but this clause shall not be construed as affecting the obligation of Exhibitor to pay the full amount specified in his invoice for space rental should management not resell the space.
10. SUBLETTING OF SPACE
Exhibitor shall not assign, sublet or apportion the whole or any part of the space assigned or have representatives, equipment or materials from other firms than his own in the Exhibitor space without written consent of management.
11. LIABILITY EXCLUSIONS
Management take reasonable precautions to safeguard Exhibitor’s property. However, management will not be liable for loss or damage to the property of Exhibitors’ or its representatives or employees from theft, fire, accident, acts of God or any other causes beyond his control. Exhibitor agrees to save the promoter, employees, management, its agents and employees free and harmless of and from all claims, demands, damages and liability of whatsoever kind and character asserted by any person or persons on account of damage to property or injury to or death of any persons occurring on or about the premises arising out of the use of the premises by Exhibitor.
12. INSURANCE
Exhibitors’ shall carry and maintain during the Event and at his sole cost and expense, personal injury and property damage coverage under a policy of general public liability insurance. Exhibitor shall also carry insurance for property damage or combined single limit bodily injury and property damage policy.
Exhibitor warrants that by signing this contract he will comply with the insurance regulations of this contract.
13. INABILITY TO PERFORM
If management should be prevented from holding the Event or if it cannot permit Exhibitor to occupy his space due to circumstances beyond its control, including but not limited to, strike, civil disobedience, acts of war, acts of God, management will refund to Exhibitor the amount of rental paid by him, less a proportionate share of the event expenses, and management shall have no further obligation or liability to the Exhibitor. If Exhibitor shall have no rental payment, he nevertheless shall be obligated to pay his proportionate share of expenses.
14. MISCELLANEOUS
The person signing this agreement or the Promoter has full authority to bind the Exhibitor to all provisions of this agreement. In the event any controversy or litigation should arise concerning this agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to its attorney fees and costs actually incurred in such litigation. It is not permitted to throw candy or other items during the parade.
COMMUNITY COAT DRIVE
COMMUNITY COAT DRIVE
KEEPING KNOXVILLE WARM
NOVEMBER 1-17 BRING IN A NEW OR CLEAN USED COAT
FOR ALL AGES INFANT-ADULT
(HATS AND GLOVES ARE WELCOME AS WELL)
TO LIVING WORD FELLOWSHIP CHURCH
321 E. ROBINSON
MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:30 AM- 4:30 PM
NOVEMBER 18TH
LIVING WORD FELLOWSHIP CHURCH
COATS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED FREE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS
9AM- 12PM
ONE COAT PER PERSON PLEASE
FOR MORE INFO CALL- 641-828-7119
Knoxville Area Community Theatre
production of "You Can't Take It With You"
At first the Sycamores seem mad, but it is not long before we realize that if they are mad, the rest of the world is madder. In contrast to these delightful people are the unhappy Kirbys. The plot shows how Tony, attractive young son of the Kirbys, falls in love with Alice Sycamore and brings his parents to dine at the Sycamore home on the wrong evening. The shock sustained by the Kirbys, shows Alice that marriage with Tony is out of the question. The Sycamores, however, though sympathetic to Alice, find it hard to realize her point of view. Meantime, Tony, who knows the Sycamores are right and his own people wrong, will not give her up, and in the end Mr. Kirby is converted to the happy madness of the Sycamores, particularly since he happens in during a visit by an ex-Grand Duchess, earning her living as a waitress. No mention has as yet been made of the strange activities of certain members of the household engaged in the manufacture of fireworks; nor of the printing press set up in the parlor; nor of Rheba the maid and her friend Donald; nor of Grandpa's interview with the tax collector when he tells him he doesn't believe in the income tax.$15.00 Dinner and Show - November 18th.
Dinner catered by Fennema's Catering of Monroe
Doors open and dinner from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Show at 7:30 pm.
$8.00 Show Only - 18th
General Admission seating
Doors open at 7:00 pm. Show at 7:30 pm.
Tickets are available at Sugar & Spice in downtown Knoxville. Phone orders and credit cards will be charged a $2.00 handling fee.
For more information, please visit our website at www.k-act.org or call Gary at 641-842-2943.
Chamber office closing
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
CHAMBER OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED!!!!Thursday, November 23
&
Friday, November 24
Business Morning Meeting
Business Morning Meeting
Tuesday, November 21, 2006
8:00 AMThe Knoxville Chamber of Commerce Office The Knoxville Chamber of Commerce is hosting a meeting to discuss the challenges and issues businesses owners and managers are facing in Knoxville. This will be your chance to discuss your ideas and views to effect positive change in our community. Come meet Roxanne Johnson, the new Executive Director of the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce. Many great ideas have come out of these meetings and have been implemented, so please come join us for a cup of coffee.
Sprint Car Hall of Fame 15th Anniversary
15th Anniversary
Tuesday November 21st
At 11:30 am
for the
Sprint Car Hall of Fame.
Our Town Florist's Christmas Home Tours
November 30th 5PM- 8PMOur Town Florist invites you to experience the Christmas spirit with the gracious hospitality of homeowners as you tour their beautifully decorated homes. Their halls will be decked by the design staff from OTF and the creative homeowners themselves. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Our Town Florist, Pizza Hut, and the Knoxville Chamber after Nov. 1st. Proceeds go to S.O.S (Save Our Stadium) Receptions and refreshments following at Our Town Florist.
Watch for information on
“Angel Trees”
to come.
Also Coming...
Lunch
With
SantaDecember 9th
More info to come.
Local Talent Wanted
The Coffee Connection: Looking for local talent to come in & play or sing on weekends.
Must be clean, family friendly entertainment.
If interested, contact Terri Stauner-828-8141 or stop by-213 E. Main Street Knoxville
VILLAGE THEATRE TICKETS
$4.00The Knoxville Chamber of Commerce and Fridley Theatres are working together to save you money.
If you would like to save $1.00 on a movie ticket stop by the Chamber office at 309 E Main, Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm and buy your tickets. Kid's tickets are still $3.50.
AT THE MOVIES
Nov 10 - Nov 16SANTA CLAUSE 3: THE ESCAPE CLAUSE
Rated G
Run Time 1:32
Fri/Sat 7:00 9:05
Sun 2:00 7:00
Mon-Thurs 7:00 FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS
Rated R
Run Time 2:12
Fri/Sat 7:10 9:40
Sun 2:10 7:10
Mon-Thurs 7:10
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