"Helping the World Discover Adel" -
Vol. 109 November 2017
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Welcome to November in Adel!
We've got a busy month planned for you. Grab a cup of coffee, there's a lot to cover this month and we look forward to seeing you in Adel.
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Last year, DiscoverAdel.com challenged our Staff Writer Katrina Brocka to shop local for the holidays- everything from decorations to gifts and holiday meals.
Her shopping list consisted of 15 gift recipients ages 5-75, four holiday potlucks, one Secret Santa item, and one decorative store front window.
With 30 days to shop and a limited budget, Katrina completed the challenge and purchased everything she needed, right here in Adel.
This month, we spoke with Katrina about the experience, her tips for shopping local, and challenge you to shop Adel this holiday season!
"As a kid, my two sisters and I would shop at Ben Franklin's and other downtown shops for Christmas because we could walk to the stores. We would go up town, two at a time, and pick out gifts for the third sister. It was always fun to go shopping in Adel. When we got our licenses, it was cool to shop in Des Moines, and I guess we fell out of practice shopping local.
About 10 years ago, we started DiscoverAdel.com and over the years I've had the honor of interviewing dozens of people about their businesses. I've learned how my purchases are being reinvested in the community. Now that I live in Adel, shopping local has become more than a philosophy, its the small town way of life."
For the Shop Adel Challenge, the rules were simple.
1) If you need it for the holidays, you must buy it in Adel.
2) Set a budget and stick to it.
To succeed at the Shop Adel Challenge, your first step is to make a shopping list. Brocka found that making a list of gift recipients was easier than planning what to buy each person.
"Gift buying is a big deal for me; I put a lot of thought into the items I pick out because I don't follow gift registries or wish lists- its all tie backs to previous conversations about wants and needs. Personally, I wander through stores and find inspiration. If its one-of-a-kind, unique, sentimental, or screams the recipient's name, that's what I pick out.
That's what made shopping local so much fun- I knew, for example, I needed something for my grandfather. I knew his love of cars so I stopped by NAPA for inspiration. Owner John Standley pointed out several gift ideas, including a classic replica of an old NAPA truck. It was just like the one my grandpa used to drive, and it would add to his collection of NAPA metal toys.
I never would have planned to buy him that truck; I went into the store with a vague idea, and left with a memory that made my grandfather happy It was like that for all my friends and family members.
I entered a store with someone in mind, talked to the owner for ideas, and walked away with something just right."
The next step is to make a list of resources. For this, she used the DiscoverAdel.com Business Directory of 50003 businesses, Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce website, and local newspapers. It is important to check the hours of operation for the business, and determine if it is home-based or a stand alone business. Facebook pages are a great way to window shop as well.
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"My favorite part of the Shop Local challenge was finally shopping at all the cool stores in Adel. I used to find myself saying, 'I want to go there" but never seemed to get around to it.
During the challenge, I made a list of all the places in Adel that I wanted to see, and made a point of visiting each one. I made sure to research the businesses- looked them up on Facebook, found their hours, browsed their items to get a feel for the store, and made a schedule. I
'm now a regular at shops I used to only dream about visiting. Shopping local got easier because of the challenge- I met the business owners and got to know them. When holidays, anniversaries, or birthdays come up, I think Adel first without really thinking about it. I just check out my favorite stores, which happen to be in Adel!"
At first, Katrina was worried she wouldn't find the specific items she wanted for her storefront window design. By the end of the challenge, she found plenty of options that accomplished her look.
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"We don't really think about shopping anymore, because we can go to a mega store that has everything in one place. We walk the aisles and buy based on impulse. When it came to the window design, I was nervous because I had a vision I wanted to pull off and I was concerned about finding the variety I needed.
Not because of Adel, because I have funky tastes. So I put my thinking cap on and thought about the departments I would have shopped through. I correlated that to shops in town (lights=hardware store, ornaments=gift shops, ect.) I found plenty of options, and was often surprised how unique each item was.
It took a little longer than one trip to a mega store, and it was worth it. I now have one-of-a-kind items I would never have found otherwise."
Holiday potlucks were made easy with return trips to the local grocery store and catering from local restaurants. Katrina also purchased groceries for her line of handmade body scrubs and foot soaks.
"I have to say, I love Fareway. They have a great selection and pretty much everything I needed for the potlucks. I made a few alterations to recipes because they don't carry every brand I prefer to buy, and no one knew the wiser. For the few ingredients I couldn't find for my spa items, I called the store and special ordered them. When it came to catering, I knew I could count on our Adel restaurants. Over the holiday season we enjoyed food from all over town, and it was always a hit."
Sticking to her budget seemed tough at times, until she compared her gasoline bill from the previous Christmas.
"In 2015 I made 15+ trips to the metro for groceries, holiday parties, and gifts. After it was all said and done, I had spent more than $250 on gas alone. During the challenge, I was able to put some of that money towards purchases and saved overall. I saved money, got to avoid the crazy crowds, reinvested in my community, and my friends and family were happy.
That's win-win-win in my book. I'm looking forward to shopping in Adel for the holidays- I can't wait to check out the new businesses around town, and snoop through the holiday open houses, then there are Black Friday and Small Business Saturday sales, it's going to be great."
This year, take the Shop Adel Challenge yourself. Check out the DiscoverAdel.com Business Directory to find local businesses offering unique gifts for the whole family, on any budget.
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Get Ready for Your Holiday Travels at Adel Auto Parts
Holiday travels are here and that means college kids are coming home with lots of laundry and the
Check Engine light flashing on the dashboard. Time to bring them down to
Adel Auto Parts for some
NAPA Know How.
Teach them how to top off the engine coolant and antifreeze with NAPA's own 50/50 solution. Show them how to replace windshield wipers, brakes, and lights. Make sure their Emergency Kit is stocked and ready, just in case.
Bring your college kids to Adel Auto Parts on
Small Business Saturday, November 25th for all your winterizing needs and great deals now through
December 31st.
Adel Auto Parts and NAPA can't help with the laundry, but they do have the parts you need to keep your kids safe.
View the monthly specials.
Happy Holidays!
Adel Auto Parts Corporation
809 Main Street * Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-3212
Perry Auto Parts
1001 3rd. St. * Perry, Iowa 50220
Phone: 515-465-4615
Hours:
Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Website:
www.AdelAutoParts.com
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Join
Faith Lutheran Church, as they give thanks to the Lord for a blessed harvest, Friday,
November 3rd,
2017,
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.
Tickets on sale now in the church office.
Adults $10 Children (ages 3-12) $3
Carry out is available
by calling 993-3848.
They Hope to see you there!
Proceeds to Oakdale Cemetery and Faith Lutheran Church Preschool.
Faith Lutheran Church & Preschool LCMS
602 S. 14th St.
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Panther Creek Craft Fair and Soup Lunch has a Twist this Nov. 4 & 5
Panther Creek Church of the Brethren's Annual Craft Fair and Soup Lunch has a twist this year.
We will have a
Craft Fair on Saturday, November 4th from
10:00 am - 12:00 pm.
On Sunday,
November 5th from 11:45 am - 2:00 pm we will have the Craft Fair along with a Soup Luncheon.
There will be a free will offering for the meal.
Be sure to join us on either day to shop for homemade crafts and bake goods.
Panther Creek Church of The Brethren
24529 J Cir
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4096
Email:
panthercreek@dwx.net
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Daylight Savings Ends on
Sunday November 5th
Sunday
November 5th is the first Sunday of November and the
Official End of Daylight Savings Time.
Don't forget to set back your clocks Saturday night.
It's also a good time to replace the batteries in the smoke alarms, carbon dioxide testers, and check the batteries in the flashlights.
Check out our Winterizing Tips.
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What will appear on the 2017 City Election Ballot:
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n the city of Adel, the office of mayor and 2 council at-large seats are up for election for 2 year term for mayor and 4 year terms for council.
Polls open 7:00 am to 9:00 pm
Adel Polling Location - Adel Library 303 S. 10th St. Adel.
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NOVEMBER 7th IS NOT THE TIME TO
TAKE A CHANCE ON INEXPERIENCE.
Paid for by the Commitee to Re-Elect Mayor Peters
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Adel HealthMart Holiday Open House November 9th
We are having our annual
Holiday Open House on Thursday,
November 9th from
8 am - 6 pm.
We will have
FREE refreshments, door prizes plus a fr
ee gift with purchase while supplies last.
Don't miss your chance to see our great selection of Christmas decor and gifts.
Hope to see you then!
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Originally called
"Armistice Day", it marked the events on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day in the eleventh month when an armistice was signed with the Germans and World War I was over
An Act approved May 13th, 1938, made the 11th of November in each year to make it a legal holiday;
"A day to be dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be thereafter celebrated and known as 'Armistice Day'."
In 1953 a Bill was passed that expanded Armistice Day to celebrate all veterans. In 1954 Congress changed the name to Veteran's Day.
Remember to fly your flag in honor of those who have served and thank a Vet.
* Because most Federal Employees work on a Monday to Friday schedule, when a holidays falls on a weekend the holiday is observed on the closest regular workday. The holiday is observed on Friday if the holiday falls on Saturday and Monday if the holiday falls on Sunday (5 U.S.C. 6103 (b)(2)).
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Are you spending more and more on food and ending up with less and less? Does the thought of meal planning make your head spin?
Attend our
free
Spend Smart, Eat Smart program
from
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on
Thursday, November 13, at the Waukee Family YMCA.
Participants will explore the Spend Smart, Eat Smart website and discover other tools for saving money on food. They will also go home with money-saving recipes, menu plans, and shopping lists.
Register
by stopping by the YMCA or calling them at (515) 987-9996.
Spending less on food often means investing time and effort in planning, shopping and preparing food. Spend Smart Eat Smart will help you learn skills and adopt habits so you can feed your family nutritious meals for less money. Spend Smart Eat Smart is one way Iowa State Extension and Outreach, Dallas County is helping families eat healthy while on a budget.
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ISU Ext. and Outreach in Dallas County
28059 Fairground Road
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281
Fax: (515) 993-1027
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Adel Good Samaritan Food Pantry Thanksgiving Meal Baskets
The
Adel Good Samaritan Food Pantry is offering
Thanksgiving Meal Baskets to those in need.
The baskets will contain a
turkey, potatoes, stuffing mix, sweet potatoes, green beans, and
other yummy ingredients needed to make a delicious homemade Thanksgiving dinner.
Sign up is required and the baskets will need to be picked up at the designated time.
Sign up at during the food pantry's normal hours (Monday and Wednesday 12:00-2:00 p.m.) or by calling 515-423-0753.
Pick up date is Saturday
November 18th during the day.
We are located in the old
Adel Middle School Lunchroom
at 215 North 11th Street Adel, Iowa. Please enter through the Blue door on the NE corner.
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Help Us Light Up Adel's
3rd Annual Memorial Tree
A one-time donation in memory of a loved one will place a lighted bulb on
Adel's Memorial Tree. The bulbs will shine continuously throughout the Christmas Season.
New bulbs will join the 313 already donated over the past two years. The name of
each person memorialized will be posted and displayed near the
Memorial Tree in the windows at the northwest corner of
9th and Main Street.
A
Dedication and Lighting Ceremony will occur at
6 pm the evening of
December 1, 2017.
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All proceeds are returned to the community as a project of the Adel Women's Club.
Contributions go to:
- Adel Food Pantry
- Adel Public Library
- ADM Scholarship Foundation
- Adel Historical Museum
- Adel Ministerial Association
- Area Crisis Intervention & Advocacy Center
- & Others
Adel Women's Club
Project Committee Members:
- Bonnie Conover 515-720-9141
- Lana Schrock 515-238-9781
- Judy Burgus 515-491-8861
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Our
Foster Grandparent program has an opening for a volunteer in Adel. Foster Grandparents are role models, mentors, and friends to children with exceptional needs.
The program provides a way for volunteers age 55 and over to stay active by serving children and youth in their communities.
Regular activities include one-on-one mentoring and educational activities with children in schools, preschools, community centers, and more.
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Registration for the 6th Annual Single Moms Christmas Dinner is now OPEN!
Join us for a special night of music, a catered dinner, inspirational program, laughter, gifts and prizes all in the great company of other single moms.
Childcare is provided for this
free event, so while you enjoy a memorable evening, your children will enjoy a fun evening with games, activities, and a meal of their own.
We look forward to this event ALL YEAR and are thrilled the time is finally upon us.
Date: Saturday, December 9, 2017
Time: Check-in begins at 5:00 pm; program begins promptly at 5:30 pm
Location: Vets Auditorium at the Iowa Event Center in downtown Des Moines, 833 5th Avenue
Parking: Free parking is provided exclusively for YOU! Details provided upon registering.
Registration closes December 1, but those registered by November 3rd will be entered to win one of three $100 gift cards given during the program!
You and other single moms throughout the community are the guests of honor, so we hope you'll consider attending and allowing others to serve you on this special night. We can't wait!
Teahl Bader
Single Parent Provision
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Doc's Hunt Club Job Opening!
We are seeking a part-time seasonal person to join our team. We want you to...'give us your best shot'!
We offer a relaxed comfortable work environment where you'll be surrounded with beautiful scenery, passionate hunters of all ages, and amazing dogs.
Please email our Manager Aaron at aaron@docshuntclub.com if you're interested in this position. Please include your phone number. A final selection of candidates will be invited to Doc's for a tour and interview.... Read More.
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November - Adel Public Library
School age kids are invited to pre-register for a cooking program with Ms. Michelle when Wee Bake a Tasty Treat at 3:00 pm on Wednesday November 15th in the Community Room.
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Learn How to Take Better Pictures
with local photographer Amanda Taborga.
Amanda will be at the library on Thursday, November 16th at 6:30 pm where she will present a program on taking better pictures just in time for all your holiday photos!
Critter Cindy
from Dallas County Conservation will be at your library for a special story time on Tuesday, November 21st at 10:30 am.
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Join us as Wee Watch "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" on Wednesday, November 22nd at 2:00 pm on the big screen in the Community Room.
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Our book clubs meet twice this month; join us for lunch on Thursday, November 9th at noon for our Brown Bag Book Club, or on Tuesday, November 21st for our new Afternoon Book Club.
Copies of each clubs monthly selections are always available at the circulation desk.
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The library has several great ways to help adults manage their stress and promote a healthier lifestyle.
Exercise with our Walk Away the Pounds group every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at 9:00 am or join us for Tai Chi every Wednesday at 9:00 am.
You can also come chill with us and Color me Calm each Tuesday at 1:00 pm.
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Garage Sale season is over and, thanks to the generosity of our friends and patrons, we have many items left at the library.
Throughout November you can visit the library and, in exchange for a donation of non-perishable foods, take home whatever items you like.
At the end of November all the foods collected will be donated to the Good Samaritan Food Pantry of Adel while any remaining Garage Sale items will be donated to Goodwill in Waukee.
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The Holiday Craft Show and Book Fair is fast approaching and we still have a few tables left for local authors or crafters to rent.
The show will be at the library on Friday, December 1st from 1:00 to 5:00 pm and interested vendor should contact Paula at 515-993-3512 or
Paula@adelpl.org
for more details.
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In January, the Friends Foundation Art Show runs for two weeks, with this year's Winter Gala on Monday, January 8th, and we still have room for local artists to display their work.
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The library will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Friday, November 10th.
We are also closed Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th for Thanksgiving; we will be open normal hours on Saturday, November 25th.
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As always, information about the Adel Public Library and all of our clubs, events, and programs is available on Facebook our website at
www.adelpl.org,
Adel Public Library
303 S. 10th St.
* Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-3512
Library Hours:
Mondays and Fridays, 10 am to 5 pm
Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 am to 7 pm
Saturdays, 10 am to 1:30 pm.
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Jeffrey Crowder - Refuge Realty
Refuge Realty sells houses to build homes for people in extreme poverty around the world. When you use Refuge, you change lives!
Your Local Real Estate Connection - Get a positive, helpful partner for buying or selling a home:
Trusted resource for answers about the process
* Innovative marketing strategies
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* Ability to target home searches
* Strong negotiation skills
* Support through the closing and beyond
I truly believe that people are blessed so they can be a blessing. Life is so much more rewarding for the person who discovers the joy of giving. As a Realtor,
10% of my commission or $500 (whichever is greater) from every home I sell goes to the humanitarian work of Refuge. Selling homes helps us build homes for people in need around the world.
Who do you know that is needing to buy or sell a home? It would be my pleasure to serve them with their real estate needs. I appreciate your referrals.
Jeffrey Crowder, Realtor * Refuge Realty
1508 Maple Drive * Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 468-9093
KW Website:
refugerealty.house
Refuge:
supportrefuge.org/refuge-realty.html
Licensed in Iowa
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Recipe From Home -
Lasagna
Lasagna has always been a discussion in our house. You'd think it was pretty simple: layer red sauce, noodles, meat and cheese; repeat until pan is full. But each person makes it differently, so finding "the one" recipe to share took some discussion.
Some of us make sauce from scratch, a couple doctor-up store bought jars, a few refuse to fuss and use store bought straight from the can.
The Great Cheese Debate is now in its 17th year with no clear winner in sight as we continue to argue Mozzarella v. Ricotta v. Cottage Cheese. Oven Ready Noodles or Not Oven Ready Noodles, that is the question we sought to answer.
Ultimately, we realized the recipe wasn't important, nor was the debate. It was coming together as a family, setting aside our lasagna differences, and enjoying a meal together. So, in that spirit, what you find below is not "our" recipe for lasagna. It is, instead, our recipe for a warm family gathering featuring lasagna.
Lasagna:
Ingredients:
1 Box Oven Ready Noodles
1 Jar Store Bought Red Sauce
2 C. Tomato Juice (V8 works well)
2 C. Mozzarella
1 C. Cottage/ Ricotta Cheese
2 Eggs
1/2 lbs Ground Beef
1/2 lbs Italian Sausage
8 T. Italian Seasonings
Cheese Topping
1 C. Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 C. Parmesan Cheese
In large bowl combine Eggs, Cheeses, and 4 T. Italian Seasonings. Cover and chill. Brown
ground meat, drain and discard excess fat.
Layer 9x9 pan as follows:
Layer 1: 1/2 C. Red Sauce, Single Layer Noodles, Cheese Mix, Ground Meat.
Layer 2: Noodles, Cheese Mix, Meat, 1/2 C. Red Sauce.
Layer 3: Noodles, Cheese Mix, Meat, Noodles.
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Combine remaining Red Sauce, Italian Seasonings and Tomato Juice in large pitcher using whisk. Pour along edge of pan, into corners, and over top layer of noodles.
At this point it can frozen for a later date or stored over night in the refrigerator. Both methods blend the flavors well.
Cover with foil and bake at 425 degrees for 35 minutes. Uncover and check noodle tenderness.
Once fully baked, cover with Cheese Topping and bake until cheese is golden brown.
- Enjoy!
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Terry's Shopping Adventure
It was a brisk December day, full of big grey clouds and windy breezes. I was in a large metropolis, a city known for its shopping extravaganzas. All I can say is, you'd think they have the parking lot of America to go with the Mall of America.
I had spent the day wandering from store to store when I happened upon a nameless place marked only with a large bullseye out front. To this day I have no idea what store I was in when the dastardly deed took place, only that it was very green, or perhaps very red, inside.
Upon entering the store my senses were hit by the pungent aroma of that bitter seductress known as coffee. I stood in line, patiently making small talk with fellow shoppers, most of whom felt it unwise to distract the barista who seemed new to the job. 15 minutes later I had procured the perfect cup of overpriced coffee and began my journey. Little did I know, the journey had just begun.
As my shopping list is alphabetical, I wandered to and fro back and forth across the store, sipping my deliciously complicated drink order. It was at "P" for Pens that I realized my hand had grown cold, and alas my drink was no where to be found! I began to pace the store, frantically looking for my cup of coffee. How abandoned it must feel! I became hysterical, visualizing my poor solo cup, lost and alone. Had some stranger picked up my cup from a clearance bin and only now, realized it was not a decorative lamp?
Hours later, when I thought all hope was lost, I spied my cup of coffee. Oh, I'd recognize it anywhere, with its white lid and brown sleeve. It sat alone on a dusty shelf next to a landline telephone I had considered purchasing for the collectible value. My overwhelming relief was halted when, just before I took a sip, a rather angry bystander accused me of stealing his tea! The next 30 minutes are a blur of explanations, 1st degree burns, security guards, mall prison, and the lingering aftertaste of green tea. I never did get to buy my pens, which they have now discontinued, thank you very much, nor did I find my elusive cup of coffee. I can only hope it was found by a loving, caring individual with the means to give it a respectable life.
And that, my friends, is exactly why I don't shop at the mall.
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Terry
Terry Traveler
Email:
terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook:
DiscoverAdel.Terry
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Give the Gift of Massage from Studio Q 360
Share some love this holiday season with a massage gift certificate from
Studio Q 360 in Adel!
Join Studio Q 360 on
November 25th for the
Small Business Saturday Sale.
Take advantage of deep discounts on massage gift certificates, gift baskets, spa items, and more.
Enjoy free snacks and beverages, contests and giveaways from 8am to Noon.
Check out the best deals of 2017 available for one day only!
- 25% Off 60 Minute Gift Certificates
- 20% Off 90 Minute Gift Certificates
- Hot Stone Upgrades 3/$35
- 50% off select Spa Items
- Limit six gift certificates per named client. No expiration dates.
Saturday Sale Hours: 8 am-Noon
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Save the Date - 24th Annual Holiday Open House December 1
Join the
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce as they host the
24th Annual Holiday Open House on
December 1st, 2017
This year's event,
"Spice Up Your Holiday at Sip & Sample Adel", will be held from
5:00 - 8:00 pm.
The Adel Partners Chamber will provide a special envelope for visitors to use in collecting the recipes for the evening.
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Well, that wraps it up for the
DiscoverAdel.Com newsletter this month! We hope that you've enjoyed this issue and will share it with your friends. We always appreciate any comments or article suggestions. Please email us at
News@DiscoverAdel.com.
Sincerely,
Chris Brocka
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