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Businesses are choosing Washington for our business-friendly environment, low cost of living, and growing economy.
Creating a robust economic development strategy often takes a concerted effort of multiple partners coming together around a common goal.
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Businesses celebrating an anniversary, new ownership, added services, or anything your business may want to celebrate, let us know! We would love to set up an Alive After 5 and/or a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Interested in learning more? Contact us today!
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Come to Downtown Washington with your little monsters on Halloween for Trick or Treat Around the Square!!!! Main Street Washington & our downtown businesses are SO excited to bring this back to the community and they can't wait to see all the costumes so be sure to come dressed up! Downtown businesses will be set…
Unlock the terror! Join us Oct 27, 28, & 31 for a frightfully fun night. $5 + 1 canned food donation. Are you brave enough? � Welcome to Terror In Slaughter County! � � Skip the Wait with Pre-Ordered Tickets! Get straight to the scares by pre-ordering your tickets now. With your pre-ordered ticket in…
Free Screening of My Ascension: a documentary film to spread hope and fight suicide Wednesday, November 1st 5:00pm: Free food! Free t-shirts for first 100! Meet local mental health providers 6:00pm: Screening of My Ascension Washington High School Auditorium 1111 S. Ave B, Washington, Iowa A series of miracles saved Emma Benoit's life, but the…
ATTENTION ALL BUSINESSES WHO WANT TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO CONNECT! Social media is the go-to platform for social interactions, research, news, brand development, marketing, entertainment and so much more. Learn how your business can better understand customer behavior, increase market reach and resources, and convert site visitors into buyers. This class will explore social…
The Washington County Extension office is offering a FREE 6-session weekly class designed to provide you - the caregiver - with skills to take care of yourself! Help reduce your stress, learn how to solve problems, and communicate confidently when faced with tough decisions. To register, visit: www.registration.extension.iastate.edu
Join us with your knitting, crochet, sewing, etc. for a relaxing hour with your fiber arts friends.
This is a NATIONALLY SANCTIONED rabbit/cavy show on the Washington County Fairgrounds November 4. It is hosted by the local 4-H club Go Getters. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required so read those details closely on the flyer. This all day event will include raffle, show, food stand and more!
Lunch available. Vendors call Brenda at 319-461-1637 for table space.
Join us for Author Fest 2023. We are hosting five diverse Iowa authors including our headliner, Beth M. Howard. Beth is known as the “pie lady” who lived for five years in the American Gothic house in Eldon, Iowa where she ran the Pitchfork Pie Stand. She is an author, a world traveler and adventurer,…
4-week class held on Sunday that helps with emotional skill-building for boys and girls from 3rd-8th grade. $150 to join. To join, contact Sandi Ropp at 319-461-7391. House of Healing: 315 S Iowa Ave.
DATES: NOVEMBER 6TH, 13TH, 20TH & 27TH & DECEMBER 4TH & 11TH TIME: 2:00—3:30 PM PLACE: HOSPICE OFFICE (948 E. 11TH ST., WASHINGTON)
Whether you work for a large or small business or are thinking about getting back out into the work force, this class is for you. Microsoft Office is one of the most popular software products in business today, and MS Office skills are in demand in almost any office setting. This software improves organization, efficiency,…
Whether you work for a large or small business or are thinking about getting back out into the work force, this class is for you. Microsoft Office is one of the most popular software products in business today, and MS Office skills are in demand in almost any office setting. This software improves organization, efficiency,…
The Washington County Extension office is offering a FREE 6-session weekly class designed to provide you - the caregiver - with skills to take care of yourself! Help reduce your stress, learn how to solve problems, and communicate confidently when faced with tough decisions. To register, visit: www.registration.extension.iastate.edu
Just Us Girls will be performing on November 9th at noon at the library. Just Us Girls is a women's singing group that has been performing since 2006. Their performance will include a variety of songs.
Tribulation and Trust Ministries 2nd Annual Fundraiser Banquet/Auction Friday November 10th starting at 6pm The Hope Center on the corner of South B Ave & Jefferson St. Washington, IA Tickets: $150 for a table of 8 $100 for a table of 5 $20 for 1 plate Smoked chicken or pork tenderloin, Mashed potatoes with country…
Veterans Day is a United States federal holiday observed annually on November 11, honoring and remembering all those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
To celebrate Veteran's Day, Washington's Downtown Retailers are offering special discounts to Veterans and their spouses on Saturday, November 11th! We thank you for your service! Shop these participating stores: Boho Bailey Boutique Brown's Shoe Fit Central Park Antiques Don's Jewelry & Design Earthly Blessings Emporium Jaz It Up Boutique Lynn & Shelby's home decor…
4-week class held on Sunday that helps with emotional skill-building for boys and girls from 3rd-8th grade. $150 to join. To join, contact Sandi Ropp at 319-461-7391. House of Healing: 315 S Iowa Ave.
Join us at the Faith Baptist Alive After 5 event on November 14th from 5-7pm!
Shop Local First! Pink Friday is an annual event held each November with one mission: #SUPPORTSMALLFIRST Before black Friday & before the big guys... this is community over competition at its finest! Shop Downtown Washington for gifts, get pink drinks & treats, and have a great time! Support the local businesses that support our community…
Nov 17 – Pink Friday – Shop Local First! Support the local businesses that support our community all year long & find the perfect unique gifts before Black Friday! Be on the look for special holiday discount tokens that Main Street Elves will be passing out at random!
Tractor Supply Company Grand Opening Weekend, Nov 17 - 19, Ribbon Cutting at 11am on Nov 17. Big fun and promotions all weekend.
After more than four decades, 38 Special continues to bring their signature blast of Southern Rock to over 100 cities a year. At each and every show, thousands of audience members are amazed by the explosive power of the band's performance. Their many Gold and Platinum album awards stand in testament to the endurance of…
Tractor Supply Company Grand Opening Weekend, Nov 17 - 19, Ribbon Cutting at 11am on Nov 17. Big fun and promotions all weekend.
Handmade crafts, food, décor and more! Tour featured apartments of Nancy Bernau and Louie & June Evanovich.
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
4-week class held on Sunday that helps with emotional skill-building for boys and girls from 3rd-8th grade. $150 to join. To join, contact Sandi Ropp at 319-461-7391. House of Healing: 315 S Iowa Ave.
Tractor Supply Company Grand Opening Weekend, Nov 17 - 19, Ribbon Cutting at 11am on Nov 17. Big fun and promotions all weekend.
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
HomeGrown welcomes start ups and local small businesses to network, share their stories, request feedback, discuss what works, and exchange tips and referrals for local resources.4:30-5pm Socialize Meet other entrepreneurs from a range of industries: artists, artisans, bakers, growers, tradespeople, digital professionals, consultants, coaches, massage therapists, freelancers, and more. Sound like someone you know? Invite…
Thanksgiving Day is a United States national holiday celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of November. The origins of the day are believed to lie in a first harvest celebration held in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621.
Encore Express is serving lunch in Washington from 11:30am to 12:30 pm the second and fourth Thursday of every month. This is a great time for adults 60+ to socialize. The event will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church on East Washington Street in Washington. Suggested donation is $5 per meal. For more information…
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
Jingle Bell Run, Breakfast with Santa, Shop Small Weekend, Santa’s House & Lighted Parade all happening in one day!! You don’t want to miss it!
Sign up for this fun run around downtown full of Christmas Cheer! Costumes & themed attire welcomed and encouraged! Pre-register today & you’ll receive a t-shirt & jingle bells! Sign up the day of at JP’s 207 starting at 8 am. Race begins at 9 am. Proceeds support the holiday decor around the square &…
Breakfast with Santa - Nov 25th, 8-10 am Bring the family to have pancakes & sausage with Santa & Mrs Claus!!! Kids can get their picture with Santa and give him their wish lists Make it a wonderful morning of memory-making! Tickets are $7 adults / $3 children 3 and over. They are available at the…
Get those names checked off your Christmas Shopping list at the Wellman Parkside YMCA Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 25th from 8am - 2pm at the Wellman Parkside YMCA. Enjoy shopping, food, and beverage trucks.
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
"The Reason for the Season: A Few of Our Favorite Things" is a holiday variety show centered around some of our favorite things about the Holidays. You will hear songs about Ugly Christmas Sweaters, Shopping, Snow, Santa, and Family. The show will feature singing, dancing, and so much more performed by local talent! As we…
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
Downtown Lighting Ceremony & Lighted Parade - Nov 25th, ceremony at 6p, parade at 6:30p Join Main Street Washington at the Bandstand at 6 pm on Saturday, November 25th for the Annual Lights of Love Memory Trees ceremony. Following the ceremony at 6:30 pm, the 28th Annual Lighted Holiday Parade kicks off and circles downtown,…
Get ready for some comedy, singing, and dancing with Pat Godwin at Lebowskis on Saturday, November 25th! Grab your tickets now by texting 319-548-1999 or calling 319-653-2505. Doors open at 7, and the show kicks off at 8. Don't wait until the last minute, though - snag your tickets for $30 in advance or $40…
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
Visit Santa & Mrs Claus at the Washington Public Library! Bring your Christmas wish lists and get a picture & candy cane! Thank you to Washington State Bank for sponsoring this magical tradition in Downtown Washington!
Hailed as “among the most gifted musicians of his generation” with a “dazzling natural keyboard affinity” by the Washington Post, American pianist/composer/improviser Charlie Albright has been praised for his “jaw-dropping technique and virtuosity meshed with a distinctive musicality” by The New York Times. Mixing classical with a bit of pops and some improvisation, all tied…
Amy McLaughlin from The Family Connection will be speaking at the library on children and their development.
Shop charming shops through Kalona & Washington including the Country Roads Market at the Fairgrounds. Get your maps here.
Shop charming shops through Kalona & Washington including the Country Roads Market at the Fairgrounds. Get your maps here.
Visit Kalona for live nativity, music, walking stockings, kids activites, photos with Santa, lighted golf cart parade, carriage rides, caroling, drinks & treats! See full details here.
please join us and get some holiday photos taken of your pets! dogs, cats and others are all welcome! there will be some goodies provided. dogs and cats must be current on vaccines for rabies and distemper. please be prepared to have full control over your animal as this is a small space and you…
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
Visit Santa & Mrs Claus at the Washington Public Library! Bring your Christmas wish lists and get a picture & candy cane! Thank you to Washington State Bank for sponsoring this magical tradition in Downtown Washington!
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
The Washington Tour of Homes highlights a number of beautifully decorated homes for Christmas. We aim to find a variety of homes from newer construction to historical and everything in between. The proceeds from this event fund our holiday lights around the square. This is a weekend event you do not want to miss out…
Tree Lighting in Central Park @ 5:00 p.m. Cookies & Cocoa for Santa in Brighton City Hall @ 6:00 p.m.
FREE Merchant Movie at the World's Oldest Continually Operating Cinema Theatre on Saturdays: 11am & 1:30pm & Sundays: noon. Pick up tickets at the Washington Chamber Welcome Center. 319-653-4023
The Washington Tour of Homes highlights a number of beautifully decorated homes for Christmas. We aim to find a variety of homes from newer construction to historical and everything in between. The proceeds from this event fund our holiday lights around the square. This is a weekend event you do not want to miss out…