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Huntington County Chamber of Commerce
Celebrating 100 Years in 2024
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Mark your calendars for June 12 to 16
for Heritage Days 2024 with the theme
'Chamber Celebrating 100 Years'
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Promote your business, service or project!
Huntington County Coffee Connections
Wednesday, April 3, 8 a.m.
Habecker Dining Commons, Huntington University
Coffee, Conversation, Connections - Free!
A great way to grow your business and make new contacts!
Huntington County Coffee Connections
Free to everyone, no reservations needed.
Come often and don’t forget to bring a friend!
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SHOP SALES!
The Huntington Bicycle Shop
45 Etna Avenue, Suite 100, Huntington, IN
(260) 224-0232
ALL TUNE-UPS, SERVICE AND PARTS ARE
10% OFF DURING MARCH
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.99 CENTS COFFEE UNTIL 3 P.M.
Blue Sky House of Pancakes
2865 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN
(260) 200-1029
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
FOR ALL CUSTOMERS
While supplies last!
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MEDIA! MARKETING! MESSAGING!
Smiley Face Media
www.smileyfacemedia.com
(260) 519-2952
25% OFF ALL RETAINER SERVICES
Social Media Management and Content
HUNTINGTON COUNTY ONLY
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COLOR COPY PROMOTION
The Desk & Copy Stop
434 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, IN
(260) 356-9494
SAVE BIG ON COLOR COPIES
(Letter size, 1-sided, standard paper, minimum 150)
AS LOW AS $.25 EACH
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Nick's Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning | |
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Nick's Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning is open for business and ready to serve its customers. Nick Anderson is the owner of the company. Anderson offers commercial and residential pressure washing & window cleaning, and his business is insured and local.
Nick's Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning pressure washes driveways, sidewalks, patios, homes and more. Nick says his specialty is cleaning windows. He says he is able to clean windows inside and out and up to three stories.
If you are looking for someone to power wash or clean those dirty windows, give Nick a call or text him at (260) 233-1878. You can also email at [email protected].
Nick’s Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning can also be found on Facebook. He also offers free estimates.
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Little Sweets Spots opens with new owner | |
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Little Sweets Spot, 315 N. Jefferson Street, downtown Huntington, has reopened under new ownership and management. The business is now owned by Ashton and Betty Pinkerton. They assumed ownership of the store on January 1, 2024.
The owners are planning some changes to the store including freeze-dried candies, sodas and some international candies. After surveying customers, they plan to bring in some additional confections to the store soon. Little Sweets Spot is Huntington’s only self-serve confectionery destination with over 500 varieties of candy.
The store will hold a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting on Wednesday, March 27 at 11 a.m., and will hold a Grand Re-opening on Saturday, March 30, just in time to purchase your Easter candy. Ella’s Catering & Food Truck will be on hand to provide some great food for those interested in a great lunch or dinner.
The Pinkertons say they will increase their store hours and will be open after the Grand Re-opening on Monday, 12 to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, 12 to 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 12 to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 12 to 7 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed Sundays. For more information about Little Sweets Spot, you can reach them by calling (260) 200-1015, or email at [email protected]. You can also find them on Facebook.
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Shown in the photo above, front row, from left, include Rheas Beard, Hayden Beard and Deb Meier, Huntington County Jail. Back row, from left, are Terry Stoffel, Learning Center instructor, Dianne Beard, Skyler Beard, Dave Jackson, Dee Wagner and Chad Hammel, chief deputy, Huntington County Sheriff's Department. Pictured below inside the story, front row, Landin Plasterer and McKynzi Grayless, Novae Corporation. Back row, Allen Karst, Learning Center instructor; Lucas Plasterer, Anthony Plasterer and Julia Plasterer. | |
Two HNHS students select their careers | |
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Article by HCCSC
A pair of Huntington North High School students made their post-graduation plans official at the Huntington County Community Learning recently.
Seniors Landin Plasterer and Hayden Beard signed paperwork to begin their respective professional careers while completing their high school studies.
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Purdue opens Digital Ready Business program | |
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A Purdue Extension workshop series that seeks to help Indiana small businesses build or enhance their online presence will return in communities throughout the state this spring.
“Digital Ready Businesses” was launched in 2017. The program has been updated and new workshops added to reflect current trends. Participants can attend all 11 (1 hour) sessions or only those that meet their needs. The hands-on training, led by county Extension educators, covers a variety of topics, from website basics to podcasting, blogging, the ins and outs of social media, and email analytics and marketing.
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HU's Spirit of a Forester Scholarship winners | |
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Huntington University hosted 68 top high school seniors on February 17, in the fourth Spirit of a Forester Scholarship Competition.
The invitation-only semi-annual competition includes students with a 3.7 grade point average or higher. Through an onsite extemporaneous essay and an interview with faculty and staff, students compete for scholarships ranging from $16,000 per year to full tuition for four years.
In addition to gathering together students who excel academically, the competition is an opportunity for students to demonstrate their understanding of the Spirit of a Forester, the set of traits that characterize Huntington University students: chasing truth, defying complacency, remaining curious, caring completely, embracing interconnectedness, having grit and exploring creativity.
For more information about upcoming Spirit of a Forester Scholarship Competition events, visit huntington.edu/Admissions or email [email protected].
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Easter Egg Hunt, health checks March 23 | |
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The Huntington County Health Department will hold a Health Fair and Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The event will be held at their office located at 1330 S. Jefferson Street, Huntington.
There will be an Easter Egg Hunt for children 12 and under. The children will hunt the eggs in their own age groups and with a time limit so the different ages have time to look for the eggs in their own groups.
The Huntington County Health Department will also hold blood pressure and blood glucose levels checks, lead level checks for children and information on recognizing heart attacks and strokes.
Additional information will be available at the event. To learn more call the Health Department at (260) 358-4831.
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Heritage Pointe of Huntington to hold courses | |
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Heritage Pointe of Huntington is now accepting applications for an upcoming Nurse Aide in Training Course.
Heritage Pointe of Huntington’s next class will begin April 1 and will continue through April 26. Classrooms will run from April 1 to 15 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Clinicals will be held from April 15 to 26 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Heritage Pointe of Huntington will pay $15 per hour while you train. After completion and passing of skills and written exam, if an offer of employment is extended from Heritage Pointe, base pay will increase to $20 per hour.
Don't miss this opportunity to begin a career in caregiving, click here.
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Hoosier exhibit at museum through April 2 | |
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The many creations of Hoosier cartoonists are being highlighted with the Indiana Historical Society's (IHS's) traveling exhibit, From Pencils to Pixels: Hoosier Cartoons and Comics. From March 4 to April 2, the Huntington County Historical Society will host the exhibit at the museum located at 315 Court Street, Huntington.
From Pencils to Pixels explores the adventures of comic strip characters such as fat-cat Garfield, Brown County savant Abe Martin, and "Chic" Jackson's "Roger Bean," which featured the lives of a typical Hoosier family.
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Help for business owners, April 2, 3 and 4 | |
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In addition to the daily responsibilities of keeping a business running, managers also have to become human resource specialists in their quest to find and retain the best employees.
To help develop those skills, Purdue Extension in Huntington and Whitley Counties will offer the Becoming the Employer of Choice program on April 2, 3 and 4, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Whitley County 4-H Center, 680 West Squawbuck Road, Columbia City.
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Pathfinder seeks LaMont Award nominations | |
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Pathfinder is searching for an individual or organization in the Huntington community to be honored for making an extra effort to support people with disabilities. Nominations for this year’s award are due Monday, April 1. The award is given in memory of Herbert D. LaMont, a significant force in the advocacy and development of services for people with disabilities in Huntington County. He was also an early supporter of Pathfinder.
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Bingo for the Arts to be held April 9 | |
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The LaFontaine Arts Council (LAC) is holding their first Bingo for the Arts fundraiser on April 9 at the Huntington PAL Event Center, located at 2099 Riverside Drive. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with bingo games beginning at 7 p.m.
There will be 15 rounds of bingo with prizes that include unique works of art in various mediums, special experiences and cash prizes. There will also be raffles running throughout the evening. Wine and beer along with other beverages and snacks will be available for sale during the event. You must be 21 years old to participate.
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Kids Theatre Camp at the 'Y' on April 13 | |
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Kid's Theatre Camp will be held at the Parkview Huntington Family YMCA, 1160 W 500 N, on Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is a $35 fee per student to participate.
The camp is open to students in grades third to 12. Students this year will focus on skills related to the upcoming summer musical. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, lunch and snacks. There are 25 spots available.
Those attending the camp are not guaranteed a spot in the summer musical. Parents and guardians are asked to come for a short performance at the end of the day at 2:30 p.m.
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Second annual Swing Inn to be held April 20 | |
The Parkview Huntington Family YMCA second annual Swing Inn dance party is slated to take place on April 20, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the YMCA, 1160 W 500 N. Just like back in the 50’s and 60’s their April 20 event will be the place-to-be. According to the Huntington High yearbook, Swing Inn fun was rated as the “best ever” by all the smartest “cats” and coolest “chicks.” Those who attended in 2023 said the same thing. | |
Family Karaoke Night at The Hive, April 20 | |
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The Huntington Theatre Guild Act II is thrilled to announce its upcoming Family Karaoke Night at The Hive Event Center on Saturday, April 20. The Hive is located at 509 E. State Street and the time of the event is from 6 to 8 p.m.
This event is open to performers of all ages, eight and older, and songs must be family-appropriate. Singers can jump the line to sing their song first by paying $5.
A freewill donation will be accepted (no online sales), making this a perfect opportunity to bring your family and friends for a night of entertainment.
Concessions will also be available for purchase. Free parking is available at The Hive and the Boys & Girls Club. We reserve the right to refuse service due to inappropriate content or subject matter. Song choices must be family-appropriate.
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4th annual Historic Warren Main Street car show | |
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Historic Warren Main Street is bringing a day full of fun to the Warren community. Cars, music, food, tours, shopping and giveaways will be a part of the event. Mark your calendars, and join them at Heritage Pointe of Warren on the beautiful front lawn, Saturday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Live music will be provided by Karen Wehr & Friends from 1:30 to 5 p.m.
Car registration will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Food trucks from D&D Fish and Tenderloin and JB’s “Cuisine Machine” will be providing food at the event, and will be set up in the front parking lot. Also setting up in the front area will be merchandise booths that will provide a shopping experience. Enjoy music throughout the event. Bring your chairs and enjoy the day while viewing more than 80 cars and trucks.
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Huntington Trails Beer and Wine Festival June 7 | |
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HARTA (Huntington Area Recreational Trails Association) will be back on Friday, June 7 with its annual beer, distillery and wine festival. The Huntington Trails Beer and Wine Festival will be held at the Huntington County Fairgrounds at First Merchants Heritage Hall, 631 E. Taylor Street, from 6 to 10 p.m.
This amazing wine and beer tasting event features the products of many great Indiana wineries, distilleries and U.S. breweries. Did we mention the food and live music from the Moon Cats? Local food trucks will be in attendance with plenty of available food options. Guests can also purchase 50/50 raffle tickets.
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