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May 29, 2015 - In This Issue:
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Submissions for next week's newsletter may be emailed to chamber@getintogrinnell.com. Submissions are due by 5 p.m. on Tuesdays.
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 Two Weeks
Wow! I'm not sure where the time went but Grinnell Games is now only two weeks away! Above is a photo of the Rivera family from Williamsburg. They competed in the Amazing Chase during last year's Grinnell Games and they are signed up to do the event again this year. When registering, Philip told me his kids think they are big celebrities because we've used their photo in some of our promotions this year. We're told they are plotting a pirate team theme this time around!
This year's Grinnell Games includes more fun for young children in addition to the Amazing Chase. Your kids will also love the free Lil' Warrior Run, a free Kids Bike Race, and inflatables/activities in Central Park.
What I enjoy most about the Grinnell Games is watching families being active together and cheering each other on. Each year, we celebrate many first-time 5K's, see kids and parents running races side-by-side, and smile as even the smallest kiddos stand on the sidelines waving signs and cheering their family on to the finish line. It's moments like those that make Grinnell Games a special weekend to be a part of.
The weekend begins on Friday, June 12, with the Twilight Trail Run at Krumm Nature Preserve. This event takes place at sunset and is a beautiful way to kick off the weekend.
And, last but not least, is the Warrior Run on Sunday, June 14. This event is always a blast! Full of mud and obstacles, it's a great challenge. But know that if you're nervous, it's okay! We only monitor the runners in the lead to be sure they complete each obstacle. Everyone else can tackle what they wish.
If you have not yet signed up for an event, we encourage you to do so!
~Emily Counts
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STRAND THEATRE: Click here for this week's show times.
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BROWNELLS: International Sales Manager, Sr. Net Developer, Application Development Intern, Warehouse Material Handler, Contact Center Representative, Photography Intern, Executive Assistant to CEO, Videographer, Housekeeper, Picker, Marketing Analyst I, Sales Representative, Videographer COUNTRY INN: Front Desk/Night Audit, Housekeeping
GRINNELL COLLEGE: Alumni Relations Assistant, Assistant/Associate Director for Information Security, Assistant Director of Residence Life and Orientation, Associate Director of Development, Business Process Analyst/Programmer, Bookstore Assistant, Chemistry Technical Assistant, Dining Hall Supervisor, Senior Web Systems Architect, Call-in Campus Safety & Security Officer, Call-in Cashier, Call-in Dispatcher, Part-time Catering Staff, Temporary Presentation Cook
Behavior Interventionist (Grades 7-12),
Behavior Interventionist (Grades K-6),
Special Education Paraprofessional (Grades 7-12), Special Education Paraprofessional (Grades K-6)
GRINNELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER: Respiratory Therapist, Health Coach Assistant, Patient Care Coordinator, Secretary, Registered Nurse, Nurse Technician, Staff Counselor, Clinic Nurse, Cook.
GRINNELL STEAKHOUSE: Experienced Servers: Lunch & Dinner shifts available. Experienced Bartender: three nights a week.
MANATTS: Equipment Operator, Mechanic, Foreman, Truck Driver, Laborer, Skilled Technician
Construction Crew Members
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Click image for details on Grinnell Summeriest, taking place June 6. |
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This list includes events taking place in the next two weeks.
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RELAY FOR LIFE is Friday, May 29 at 6pm at Poweshiek County Fairgrounds.
SE*ED PROGRAM is Monday, June 1 at 10am at Drake Community Library.
MUSIC IN THE PARK is every Thursday in Central Park. The June 4 performance is Grinnell Community Band at 7pm.
FRIDAY FEST with live music by Cody Hicks is Friday, June 5 from 7 to 10pm on Main Street.
SUMMERFEST is Saturday, June 6 from 10am to 10pm at Grinnell College.
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FOOD PANTRY NEEDS YOUR HELP. In order to make their food pantry budget for the year, MICA needs $24,000. Both monetary donations and food donations are appreciated.
FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH FOR CHILDREN. Grinnell-Newburg Community School District will be providing free breakfast and lunch to children ages 1-18 during the summer. The meals will be served at the Grinnell High School cafeteria, Monday through Friday from June 4 to August 7t Breakfast will be from 8:15 to 8:45 am and lunch will be from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm. Free lunch will also be served at Arbor Apartments on Fridays from June 12-August 7 (weather permitting) for their "In Your Neighborhood" program. Drake Community Library will be at Arbors from 11 am to 2 pm and lunch will be from noon to 12:30pm. There are no income requirements or registration.
GENESIS DEVELOPMENT GOLF OUTING is currently accepting golf team entries.
GRINNELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER GOLF OUTING is current accepting golf team entries.
CALLING ALL FAMILIES. Sign up for Grinnell Games, Iowa's Family Sports Festival, June 12-14. The event includes a trail run, 5k, 10k, kids fun run, 3 on 3 basketball, amazing chase, dodgeball, kids bike race, bike criterium, and Warrior Run. Receive a free t-shirt with entry if signed up by May 22!
FRIDAY FEST BEGINS JUNE 5. Save the date for Friday Fest on June 5 with live music by Cody Hicks. Whiplash will perform July 3 and Standing Hampton is slated for August 7.
FREE KINDERGARTEN SWIM LESSONS. The Claude W. & Dolly Ahrens Foundation, Grinnell-Newburg Schools and the Grinnell Recreation Department have teamed up and are putting a new twist on the FREE Kindergarten swimming lessons that Claude Ahrens started so many years ago. Register at the Grinnell Recreation Department by May 29.
THERAPY GROUP for parents of children with mental health diagnosis and/or behavioral issues meets the first Saturday of each month. To register, or for more information, contact Healthy Homes Family Services at 641-236-0273.
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