CDC Members and Friends,



A fresh slate of events just went live on the CDC Community Events Calendar! Click the button below to see all the fun upcoming activities as well as events where you can network and grow your business.

Crawford County March Retail Mania!

Last Week to Play!

Crawford County March Retail Mania is happening now! Participate in this month-long shopping event to score big! Every purchase at the participating local businesses counts as points towards awesome local gift cards. It's game time! 🎉

🏀 How to Play:

• Make a purchase at any participating business to get your stamp.
• Each stamp scores a two-point shot, giving you two entries into the 16 Sweet drawings.
• Shoot for the hoop from March 7th-9th, and every purchase will earn you two stamps for double the points!

📈 Maximize Your Score:

• Collect stamps from every participating business to double the points of your total score for even more chances to win.

🗓️ Contest Period:

The game runs from March 1st, 2024, to March 31st, 2024. Make sure to turn in your stamp sheets by Monday, April 1st, 5 pm to the CDC Office (109 N Main St) or at a participating business.

🎉 16 Sweet Drawings:

Every stamp is an entry into the drawings for a share of local gift cards. There will be 16 total winners.

🏆 Winners Revealed:

The winners will be announced on Friday, April 5th, at noon. A bracket will be made featuring the 16 random finalists for a showdown to determine the tournament champion. Each round a finalist passes makes them eligible to win a higher amount of gift cards.



Let the shopping games begin!

State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Lunch & Learn

April 5th

CALLING ALL SMALL BUSINESSES!

Did you know that Iowa has a $96M investment from the Department of Treasury to support small businesses, including startups, manufacturers, and businesses owned by veterans and individuals from diverse backgrounds?

Join us for a FREE lunch-and-learn informational panel event at Boulders Conference Center on Friday, April 5th to learn about the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) programs. The panel is made up of leaders from the organizations who distribute the funds to entrepreneurs.

Registration is required to attend this event.

To learn more or register, go to https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScn2cNw.../viewform

Manilla Madness

May 4th

Join us for the 2024 Manilla Madness Bike Ride on Saturday, May 4th. A ride that promises Thrills, Chills and Hills and a great practice run for the upcoming RAGBRAI in July! Register today then join us on the day of the ride at the Denison Hy-Vee Parking Lot, 1426 Broadway. Register Early and GET $5 OFF your registration by using PROMO CODE: "SAVE5". Valid through April 27th, 2024.

- Check-in/Register @ 11am

- Ride Starts @ 12pm

NEW THIS YEAR:

Later start time! (12pm instead of 9am). Sleep in a little bit or get a warm-up ride in before the Madness begins!

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After the ride, let loose and enjoy a complimentary drink at HOT SUMMER NIGHTS in Uptown Denison starting at 6pm! Free Live Bands, Family Fun & Refreshing Beverages!

Register Early and GET $5 OFF your registration by using PROMO CODE: "SAVE5". Valid through April 27th, 2024.

Register Online Today:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/te8jfxz

Coffee Connections

March 28th

We are excited to announce our very first Coffee Connections Networking event, scheduled for Thursday, March 28th at the CDC Office! This is an excellent opportunity for you to expand your network and connect with like-minded individuals in a relaxed and friendly environment.

We look forward to seeing you there and hope you will take advantage of this unique opportunity to grow your professional network.

Why Should You Network?

Networking is the key to unlocking a world of opportunities for your business. By connecting with fellow entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders, you open doors to collaborations, partnerships, and insights that can drive your success.

Join us for these events to expand your circle, exchange ideas, and discover new possibilities. Your next big breakthrough could be just one conversation away.

Iowa Tourism Conference 2024

Drew (CDC Tourism Coordinator), Lori (CDC Board Member), and Mariah (CDC Office Manager) had an amazing time at the 2024 Iowa Tourism Conference in Des Moines last week! They received valuable insights and gained inspiration to bring innovative ideas to tourism in Crawford County!

Schleswig Golf Course Fish Fry

Little Hawks Childcare Center Shoe Fundraiser

Last Chance to Donate!

Riverside Rural Roundup in Vail

Interested in sponsoring this event or being a vendor? Contact Tami at 712-267-3384.

Silverridge Move in Special

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