COLUMN: Creston Chamber of Commerce for June

The month of June is the kick-off to what will be a very busy summer in Creston – which is always an exciting time at the Chamber. The following is a partial list of some of the events that will be happening in our great community this month. On June 8, the Creston Citywide Garage Sale will take place from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. On June 15, the popular Rainbow Park Car Show, Ice Cream Social, Music and More will happen from 1 to 4 p.m. On June 28, the Creston Service Clubs BBQ Bash (4 to 8 p.m.), along with Fridays After Five (5:08 to 7:08 p.m.) and the KSIB Cruise Night (6 to 8 p.m.), will all take place at McKinley Park.

The fun continues the next day, June 29, with the Greater 8 and 5K Run/Walk at 7:30 and 8 a.m. The Tractor Show Parade will kick off from McKinley at 10 a.m. and return to the park until 1:00 p.m. Party in the Park will follow at 6 p.m. on June 29.

In addition to these activities in June, the Creston Farmers Market will open for the season on Monday June 3, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at McKinley Park and continue on Mondays through Aug. 26. You can also visit the Union County Historical Village, located in McKinley Park on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The Village is open through Labor Day, 1 to 4:30 p.m. and is free to enjoy. Also Fridays After Five will take place every Friday through the summer from 5:08 to 7:08 p.m. at the Elks in uptown Creston.

2024 Yards of the Month and Large Flower Pots Around Town

In June the Chamber begins honoring Yards of the Month in Creston. During June, July, August, September and October, three houses will be honored each month, weather permitting. Each home selected will receive a gift from either Creston Walmart Vision Center, Green Valley Pest Control & Lawn Care or the Chamber. Please nominate a yard to be considered by the Committee by contacting the Chamber with the address or the location.

Also, thank you to everyone around town who have planted and who maintain the large flower pots around town. They look wonderful.

Celebrate With the 10,000 Crestonians

I know that it is still early in June, but the 10,000 Crestonians are busy making plans for the upcoming 76th 4th of July Celebration.

The theme for this year’s celebration and parade is, “Three Cheers for the Red, White & Blue.” The Parade will begin at 10 a.m. on July 4 in Uptown Creston. If you would like to be in the parade, please call the Chamber office at 641-782-7021, email or text us to sign up if you wish to be judged. If not, please come to the parking lot at Creston Livestock Market to be included in the parade. Registration information will soon be going out.

This year as part of the annual Talent Show at McKinley Park on July 4, we will again have the Bill Riley Talent Show. Please contact the Chamber for registration information for one or both.

The fireworks show will be held on July 4, beginning at 9:30 p.m. at McKinley Park, presented by Top Notch Fireworks.

For a complete listing of times and activities for the 10,000 Crestonians 76th 4th of July Celebration, please go to the Chamber website at www.crestoniowachamber.com or stop by the Chamber office and pick up a flyer. Also visit the Creston Chamber of Commerce Facebook, X formerly Twitter and/or our Instagram accounts for more information on events and activities taking place.

Hi-Five

The following individual and businesses received the Hi-Five Honor in June. Congratulations to Ashley Parrish, Family Vision Center, Coen Furniture, Quality Glass and Creston Automotive.

The Hi-Five allows us to recognize those who make shopping and doing business in Creston a rewarding and positive experience.

Gold Star Business Honored

The Chamber congratulates Kelly’s Flowers & Gifts, 911 North Sumner Avenue as the June Gold Star Business.

To acknowledge a business or an individual for either the Hi-Five or the Gold Star just contact the Chamber and tell us why you wish to nominate them.

Have a great month and remember, Creston - A great place to Live, Work and call Home.