Events for May 2019
Siouxland Chamber of Commerce
May 1 - May 2    65th Siouxland/Washington Conference

The Siouxland/Washington Conference, held every Spring since 1954, is a unique opportunity to join with community leaders from the tri-state area to travel to Washington, DC and present regional issues of importance to our Congressional delegation.  Conference attendees have the opportunity to discuss issues with each of the six Senators representing Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota, as well as the eight Representatives from the three states. Attendees participate in a two-day schedule packed with meetings around the Hill.  The tradition-rich event also boasts a steak reception on the first evening of the conference where conference goers mingle one-on-one with the tri-state delegation in an informal setting.



Click here if you would like to download a registration form
 

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
Each conference attendee is responsible for their own travel arrangements.  American Airlines has daily departures from Sioux City to Chicago at 6:01 AM, 12:37 PM and 4:08 PM (except Tuesdays) and a flight to Dallas/Ft. Worth at 2:56 PM.  Make your reservation through your travel agent, or online at www.aa.com/

*When planning your travel arrangements there may be a Tuesday evening social activity prior to the start of the conference.

ACCOMMODATIONS
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Washington Court Hotel for our group at a single rate of $369 + tax. To make your reservation, call 800.321.3010 by March 22, 2019 and identify yourself as part of the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce group by using block code 190429SIOU. Or click here to make your reservation online (you may need to adjust your check in and check out dates at the top of the page). All rooms in the block are Deluxe Kings. Double rooms are currently unavailable under our block. If you are interested in a double room you may see if any are available at check-in. Rollaways may be requested. 

It is imperative that our conference attendees use these accommodations in order to fulfill the contract with the Washington Court Hotel. 

 
Registration Deadline: March 22, 2019 

Cancellation Policy
Full refunds will be made for cancellations received on or before March 29, 2019.  Cancellations made between March 30, 2019 and April 16, 2019 will be refunded 50% of the conference fee.  No refund will be issued for cancellations after April 16, 2019.

 

A special thank you to Tyson Fresh Meats for sponsoring our 2019 Steak Reception.

Date: May 1, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Contact: Barbara Sloniker or Teresa Rosenboom
EMail: trosenboom@siouxlandchamber.com
Date/Time Details: May 1 & 2, 2019
Conference convenes on May 1 at 8:00 AM and adjourns on May 2 around 5:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Conference Fee (member) - $600.00
Companion Fee - $300.00
College Student Fee - $275.00
Steak Reception Only - $100.00
Conference Fee (non-member) - $750.00
May 1    Ribbon Cutting - Tapper Chiropractic Clinic
Join us in welcoming Tapper Chiropractic Clinic to the Siouxland Chamber at their upcoming ribbon cutting.  The South Sioux City clinic's philosophy is simple:  health is your most valuable possession.  Whatever condition you may have, and whatever age you might be, their natural healing methods will provide you with not only the hope for recovery, but the way to achieve it as well.  Come learn more!
Date: May 1, 2019
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 1512 Dakota Avenue
Studio D
South Sioux City, NE    
Date/Time Details: May 1, 2019
4:30 PM
May 4    Ribbon Cutting - Rose HIll Park Splash Pad
Join us at Rose Hill Park where fun will be had by old and young when we cut the ribbon to officially open the Rose Hill Splash Pad.  The fire department themed splash pad will be complete with a picnic shelter, tables and benches.
Date: May 4, 2019
Time: 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: 1431 Grandview Boulevard
Sioux City    
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 4th
2:00 PM
Bring your kiddos!
May 9    Ribbon Cutting - Linda Sue Manor
Linda Sue Manor will celebrate their 3rd Anniversary and new Chamber membership with a ribbon cutting.  Linda Sue Manor is a Queen Ann Victorian style home turned Boutique Hotel mixed with the traditional bed and breakfast feel.  The Manor offers a beautiful atmosphere for events as well as overnight stays.  Please visit as we celebrate their membership!
Date: May 9, 2019
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 2822 Jackson Street
Sioux City
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 9th
11:30 AM
May 10    Community Enhancement - May 2019
Guest Presenter:  Chris Kuchta with Connections Area Agency on Aging

Siouxland Chamber Office, Pioneer Bank Building, 701 Pierce St. On-street parking available.
Date: May 10, 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Siouxland Chamber of Commerce 
701 Pierce St, Pioneer Bank Building
Bring your own lunch
Beverages will be provided
Contact: Kerry Gill
EMail: kgill@siouxlandchamber.com
May 10    Ribbon Cutting - Nu Hemp Group
We will welcome new member, Nu Hemp Group, to the Chamber at a joint ribbon cutting ceremony with Solve For Tech.  Nu Hemp Group is a focused team of individuals heavily involved in the day to day operations of hemp planting, cultivation, manufacturing and product development.  Hemp can be used to produce things like paper, fibers, and even animal food.  Join us to learn more.
Date: May 10, 2019
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 2nd Floor, Ho-Chunk Centre
600 4th Street
 
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 10th
4:30 PM
May 10    Ribbon Cutting - Solve For Tech
We will welcome new member, Solve For Tech, to the Chamber at a joint ribbon cutting with Nu Hemp Group. At Solve For Tech they are solutions architects. Simply put, this means they are dedicated to improving your workflows and increasing your profitability through technology. They deliver reliable services and advice, working closely with you to design systems that support and simplify your business processes so that you can do more and grow your company.  
Date: May 10, 2019
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 2nd Floor, Ho-Chunk Centre
600 4th Street
 
Date/Time Details: Friday, May 10th
4:30 PM
May 13    Ribbon Cutting - Leif Erikson Park Disc Golf
Join us in celebrating the completion of the Leif Erikson Park disc golf course.  Sioux City Parks & Recreation Department along with representatives from Mayors Youth Commission will be present for the official opening.
Date: May 13, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 1100 31st Street
Sioux City
Date/Time Details: Monday, May 13th
6:00 PM
May 15    Ag Meeting

Join us for the next Ag Committee meeting!

The Nature Conservancy will host the meeting at the Broken Kettle Grasslands (24764 Hwy 12). Graham McGaffin will talk to the group about the reintroduction of the bison, native prairie management, and livestock grazing.

Sandwiches will be provided to those who RSVP by May 10. Please bring a blanket or a travel/bag chair.

 

 

Date: May 15, 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Broken Kettle Grasslands (24764 Hwy 12
Contact: Heidi Reinking
EMail: hreinking@siouxlandchamber.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, May 15, 12-1
Fees/Admission: Lunch will be provided to those who RSVP by May 10. RSVP to Heidi Reinking at hreinking@siouxlandchamber.com
May 16    Dakota Valley Business Council Coffee hosted by Crary Huff Law Firm

Monthly Business Coffee
hosted by 

Crary Huff Law Firm

Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location:

Crary Huff Law Firm
711 Sioux Point Rd., Ste. 200
Dakota Dunes, SD

Date/Time Details: May 16, 2019
9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
May 16    Transportation Committee Meeting

Transportation Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 16, 2019
12:00 Noon
Long Lines Family Rec Center

3rd Floor Conference Room


AGENDA

I. Gordon Drive Viaduct
Dakin Schultz, Iowa Department of Transportation

II. Reports/Updates
Iowa DOT
City of Sioux City, South Sioux City, Sergeant Bluff
Woodbury County
Barge/Missouri River
Siouxland Trails

Please RSVP and include whether or not you would like lunch ordered from Sneaky's at a cost of $10.00 to Teresa at trosenboom@siouxlandchamber.com.
Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Long Lines Family Rec Center
3rd Floor Conference Room
Contact: Teresa Rosenboom
EMail: trosenboom@siouxlandchamber.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 16, 2019
Noon to 1:00 PM
Fees/Admission: $10 if you would like lunch ordered from Sneaky's.
May 16    Rush Hour Connect - Sunrise Retirement Community
Sunrise Retirement Community is hosting our May Rush Hour Connect in celebration of 60 years of serving Siouxland! Established in 1959 as the Martin Luther Home, later becoming known as Sunrise Manor, Sunrise Retirement Community is dedicated to meeting the needs of our senior population.

They live their mission daily: Caring deeply. Connecting daily. Leading boldly. Serving faithfully.

Come and connect with Sunrise and celebrate with them on May 16th!




Rush Hour Connect is your fastest meeting of the day giving you a chance to gear down and have fun.  Come for 15 minutes or stay for an hour and make some great connections!
Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Location:

Sunrise Retirement Community
5501 Gordon Drive
Sioux City, IA

Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 16, 2019
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
May 18    Ribbon Cutting - It's $5
We are so excited to welcome It's $5 to the Chamber and Siouxland!  This is a totally new concept in shopping where all prices start at $5 and drop as the week goes on.  You're sure to want to learn more about it and see what products they'll be offering on the first day of their soft opening.
Date: May 18, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Southern Hills Mall
4400 Sergeant Road
Lower Level
Former Younkers Store
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 18th
9:00 AM
May 21    Retail Roundtable
A monthly meeting for Siouxland retailers. Each session will include introductions, networking, and an educational opportunity. The group will provide Siouxland retailers the opportunity to get together, meet their "neighbors," support and learn from each other's successes and road blocks, establish working relationships in the community, and promote the retail industry. This group is free of charge for Chamber members.
Date: May 21, 2019
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Siouxland Chamber of Commerce 
701 Pierce Street 
Sioux City, IA 51101
Contact: McKenzie Matasovsky
EMail: mmatasovsky@siouxlandchamber.com
Date/Time Details: 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1pm
May 21    Ribbon Cutting - People's Bank, Morningside Branch
Peoples Bank is happy to introduce the new President of their Sioux City Morningside Branch, Corey Buss.  Peoples Bank is a full-service bank offering personal, home, agriculture, business, wealth management and insurance services.  A ribbon cutting will celebrate the announcement and we hope you can join us in congratulating Corey.
Date: May 21, 2019
Time: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 1901 Morningside Avenue
Sioux City
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, May 21st
4:30 PM
May 23    Amba Monthly Meeting
Ambassador Monthly Meeting
Date: May 23, 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location:

The meeting is here at the Chamber offices, downstairs.

Date/Time Details: Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Noon
May 29    Small Business Education Series 5/29/2019
"How to Handle Water Damage to Your Business"
presented by Louie's Cleaning & Disaster Restoration - Anthony Edelen, Owner

http://www.facebook.com/LouiesCleaningAndRestoration/

Presentation will outline the steps to take as a business owner to ensure peace of mind if your property is affected by flood waters or other water damage. The presentation is informative and based on questions and concerns most business owners have when impacted by water and seeking water damage restoration.
 


 

The Small Business Education Series, is a peer-to-peer information exchange presented by the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce. Join us each month as a local subject matter expert will share their expertise and experience on timely, focused topics important to small business owners. Whether it's accounting, HR, legal, banking & finance, marketing, or management the Small Business Education Series will give you the tools and knowledge you need to more effectively run your small business.

Not a member? If you're a business large or small in the Siouxland area you should be! Join Now to enjoy all of the benefits only a Siouxland Chamber membership can offer.

 

Date: May 29, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Chamber Office
701 Pierce St
On-street parking available.
EMail: kgill@siouxlandchamber.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, May 29, 2019
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission: Free for members of the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce
May 31    Government Relations 5/31/19
Join us for the wrap-up of the 2019 legislative session with our local delegation.

A big thank you to Dr. Murrell and WITCC  for hosting a number of our meetings this past legislative session. The Wrap-up will be held in the Wells Fargo Room directly off the cafeteria, Room L110.
Please use parking lot 4 and entrance 14. Signs will be posted.
Date: May 31, 2019
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: WITCC
Wells Fargo Room (directly off the cafeteria)
Parking lot 4, entrance 14
Date/Time Details: 8:00 am
Fees/Admission:  
Government Relations Committee meetings are free and open to all members of the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce.
May 31    Entrepreneur Hour
How do you start a boutique hotel in Sioux City? Join the Siouxland Chamber of Commerce for the next Entrepreneur Hour, May 31, 9-10 am, at Linda Sue Manor (2822 Jackson St). Brittany Lesline will walk us through how she and her father turned their historic family home into Sioux City’s only vintage manor boutique hotel. Learn how this entrepreneur got started, how they market their location, and the successes and challenges they’ve faced.
Date: May 31, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Linda Sue Manor
2822 Jackson Street
Contact: Heidi Reinking
EMail: hreinking@siouxlandchamber.com
Date/Time Details: Last Friday of each month
May 31
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Fees/Admission: RSVP to Heidi Reinking at hreinking@siouxlandchamber.com
May 31    Ribbon Cutting - OsteoStrong-Morningside South
New member, OsteoStrong-Morningside South is celebrating their grand opening May 30th - June 1st and they invite you to join the festivities.  OsteoStrong is a once a week, natural, non-pharmaceutical program that can help reduce pain, build stronger bones, strength, and improve balance.  We hope you can join us at their upcoming ribbon cutting to learn more.
Date: May 31, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: 5001 Sergeant Road
Suite 265
Sioux City, IA 
Date/Time Details: Ribbon Cutting, Friday, May 31st
4:00 PM


Grand Opening Festivities
May 30th-June 1st