Volume 43 | October 30, 2026

ITEX Weekender

Kansas City/Wichita/Topeka

Goals 2026: New Business Growth

ITEX Weekend Info


Happy Halloween!


Please note: Several members have attempted to text our landline number 816.470.9055.

DOES NOT ACCEPT TEXTS.


Please use 918.749.2266 and identify yourself with your name. FYI: Emails are Priority over Texts


Universal Gift Cards are back in Stock

$25 each



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Quick Tip:

The Story of the Jack-O'-Lantern

  • The Irish Myth of "Stingy Jack": According to Irish folklore, a clever but deceitful man named Stingy Jack tricked the Devil multiple times to preserve his own soul. When Jack died, his unsavory life barred him from Heaven, and a resentful Devil refused him entry to Hell. He was condemned to walk the earth for eternity in pitch darkness, carrying a single burning coal handed to him from the fires of Hell. Jack placed the coal into a hollowed-out turnip to guide his way. [1]
  • The "Jack of the Lantern": Locals began referring to this spectral figure as "Jack of the Lantern," which eventually shortened to jack-o'-lantern. The name was also used historically across Britain to describe ignis fatuus (will-o’-the-wisps)—the eerie glowing gases that naturally combust over marshes and bogs. [1, 2]
  • The Original Canvases: To scare away Stingy Jack and other wandering evil spirits during Samhain, people in Ireland and Scotland began carving frightening faces into large turnips, potatoes, and beets. [1, 2]
  • The American Upgrade: When waves of Irish and Scottish immigrants arrived in America during the 19th century, they found that native pumpkins were far more abundant, vastly larger, and significantly easier to carve than dense European turnips. [1, 2]



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College & NFL Weekend TV Schedules

Homemade Fudge

 

Date Posted: 15-Sep-2026

EVERYONE LOVES FUDGE. 

Homemade decadent chocolate fudge. Family recipe passed on from generation to generation to my mother and aunt pictured on the box.  

 

 Chocolate Fudge sold by the pound on ITEX $45.00 and shipping and handling is cash.. Put your order in NOW. Order 1LB or 2LBS

2 pound maximum order per customer.. Must pay shipping first before shipping the fudge.. 

 

 For more information and to order call Sandra 509-714-6655 or email shilson@sisna.com  

 

Sandra will need Your ITEX account number, shipping address, Shipping paid with Venmo


Contact Information

Sandra Hilson

Yarbrough Gallery

shilson@sisna.com

(509) 714-6655

spokane , WA

Mobile Optical



Optical Frames for Sale on ITEX!

Look Your Best!

Virtual/Mobile

ANYWHERE IN THE U.S.A.!!!

How do you try on the glasses if you don't live in San Diego? EASY!!

Call Helmut Igel to set up a phone appointment 760-473-8339 to help pick out some glasses via Skype or photos

Pick out 4-6 pairs of glasses to try on and shipping them to your home or office for review

Find the perfect frame or frames(30% off complete 2nd pair ) by yourself or get Helmut's expert input to fit you properly via skype or facetime with and iPhone, it’s easy! Then send all the same frames back along with your doctors rx and we'll get the new frame and lenses made and return the finished frame to you.

Helmut Igel ABO Licensed Optician

will help you find the Perfect Frame and Lenses

Helmut has been fitting customers with beautiful eye-wear for over 25 years and is a master at finding the right frame to fit your face that reflects your  personality. The frames come in many different looks from classic to high fashion to elegant.


Neostyle

from Germany

$80-$300 available with 100% Itex (MSRP $200-$600)

Neostyles are made in Germany and have very unique detailing and exceptional quality

Please visit this link to see over 300 styles

You can go to www.Mobileoptical.net to see most of the frames or go to the link below to see more frames

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/wmchm1rcly8917j/AACTmSqJWgB6FxdzIlej13l6a?dl=0


NuvoEssence

NV-B1000 Facial Brush 5 in 1 Facial Exfoliating Brush with 5 Brush Heads

  

Your own spa in a box-professional skin cleaning brush

Removes makeup, leaves your skin soft and clean

Extremely soft bristles, gentle enough for most sensitive skin type

 

$79.99 ITEX each

 

Flat Rate Shipping $15 each to be paid by Buyer via Credit Card

 

Email Amanda Completed order form and include the following info:

 

Credit card #, Expiration date, CVV and billing address



Email Amanda to Order Today!

250th American Celebratory Throw 

 

CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250TH BIRTHDAY

THROW BLANKET

Cotton wash & dry

USA manufacturer

Shipping USA only no returns

$65.00 Each ITEX

 

To order please call Carol or Richard at 740 972 5626

Shipping & Tax in Cash


Pink Pest Solutions - New Member!

 

Services available:

Commercial Pest Control [Recurring Service]

Residential Quarterly Maintenence Pest Control - [Recurring Service - Average value $550 - $700 annually]

Aprehend® Bed Beg Treatments - [One-time Service - $400 per bedroom on average]

Mosquito Reduction - [One-time OR Recurring Service - $88 per treatment]

Hornet Nest Removal - [One-time Service -$199 Value]

 

At this time, termite and German Roach treatment are not available on ITEX.

 

Accepting 5 4 new ITEX customers for recurring monthly/quarterly transactions.

 

See website for service areas: Pink Pest Solutions

 

913.423.0450

KC Fun Squad - New Member!

 

Nobody Knows Inflatable, Event, and Party Rentals Like We Do

When you rent from us you’re not just renting the “stuff” you need to throw a great party or event, you’re gaining an experienced partner there to make your event a stress-free experience for you and an unforgettable, once in a lifetime experience for your guests.

 

Inflatables, bounce houses, Obstacle Courses, Games, Fantastic Fire Department, Water Slides, etc

 

(913) 398-3323

Super Smash KC - New Member!

 

KANSAS CITY'S PREMIER RAGE ROOM

CHEAPER THAN THERAPY.

WAY MORE FUN!

 

·   100% Safe Environment with Full Protective Gear

·   Wide Variety of Weapons (Bats, Sledgehammers, Crowbars, Tools)

·   Instant Stress Relief & Adrenaline Rush

·   Great for Team Building, Parties, or Solo Sessions

 

Advance reservation required .... plan to use ITEX Mobile Pay prior to service.

 

See website for available packages. Certificates available from the ITEX office for gifts for Family, Friends, Businesses. Reminder: Advanced Reservations required!

 

913.499.9330

 

7360 W 162nd St, Suite 106,

Overland Park/Stillwell, KS 66085

Zoom Room - Great Family Gifts!



Welcome to Zoom Room Dog Training in Kansas City-Overland Park, providing exceptional dog training classes using only positive reinforcement. Small group classes or private training sessions allow our expert dog trainers to teach obedience, dog agility, puppy training classes and enrichment workshops in our indoor climate-controlled dog gym.


Did you know? These classes are designed to help the owners with a young or older dogs how to teach the pet.


You can also get in some exercise during a Playgroup or Private Gym session, or throw your dog a birthday party! We're available for fund-raisers for rescue groups, too, as well as meet-ups, or other canine social events.



 (913) 732-3083

Heart of America Invisible Fence


We’re Heart of America Invisible Fence Company. And we’re glad you’re here. Our branch is an authorized, full-service dealership of genuine Invisible Fence Brand products and services. Since 1988, we’ve remained committed to improving the way Kansas City Metro pet owners live with their four-legged family members.

 

Invisible Fence available in specific zips codes only in Kansas City Metro. (KS & MO)

 

(913) 345-2999

Ink Toner and Select Canon Copiers



Welcome to GBS Office Equipment, the Document Imaging Company. GBS has been a leader in document imaging sales and service since 1985. We have developed a proven ability of providing innovative solutions to all types of businesses. Whether you are a small office or a large enterprise, our full line of network-ready, multi-function copiers and printers, as well as, our factory trained knowledgeable technicians, will provide optimal solutions for all of your imaging needs.

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At GBS, we take pride in our customer service, and have over 30+ combined years of experience on our side. We will always answer any questions concerning billing, leases, and requests for any issues you may incur in a prompt and courteous manner.


Contact Information

JoAnn Clay

GBS Office Equipment

joannclay@gbsoe.com

(770) 252-8314

Anywhere

Dryer Vent Cleaning

 

Call HearthMasters today to schedule your dry vent cleaning! Use your ITEX mobile pay

 

816.461.3665

Phone service (business)


Did you know, if you are using a cable system,

A T & T or other for your business phone.... you can now use Red Cloud and save the cash!


Stop paying cash for your office and/or home phone service....


For exclusively for ITEX businesses


*Limitations, restrictions & qualifications apply.


Call us to discuss and to ask questions (479) 335-1200

iFamilyKC & iPetsKC



Connecting KC Families & Pet Owners Since 2003


iFamilyKC & iPetsKC help you reach thousands of local parents and pet lovers through a powerful mix of:

✔️ Social Media

✔️ Email Marketing

✔️ High-Traffic Websites

✔️ Monthly Print & Digital Publications


Reach the audience that’s already searching for what you offer. — 100% ITEX accepted.



📧 Contact Shawna at Shawna@iFamilyKC.com or call 913.744.1400

Franchises Available through ITEX

 

Turn Your ITEX Dollars Into a Mobile Pet Grooming Business

 

Build a Business. Love What You Do. Put Your ITEX to Work.

 

Have ITEX dollars sitting on the sidelines?

 

What if you could use them to launch a business in one of the fastest-growing segments of the pet industry?

 

HydroDog is a premium mobile dog grooming franchise bringing convenient, stress-free grooming directly to pet parents’ homes. With pet ownership continuing to grow and consumers demanding convenience, mobile grooming has become one of the most attractive opportunities in the pet services industry.

 

Special ITEX Opportunity

 

For a limited time, HydroDog will accept ITEX dollars toward our $25,000 franchise fee.

 

Why HydroDog?

 

Proven mobile business model

Recession-resistant pet industry

Work from a fully equipped grooming van

Comprehensive training and support

Multiple ownership options, including owner-operator and executive models

Opportunity to build a scalable business serving a growing market

 

Ideal For:

 

Entrepreneurs seeking a new opportunity

Existing business owners looking to diversify income

Pet lovers who want to own a meaningful business

Investors seeking a service-based business with recurring revenue potential

 

The pet industry continues to outperform many traditional sectors, and consumers increasingly value convenience, premium service, and trusted local providers.

 

If you’ve been looking for a smart way to leverage your ITEX dollars while building a business with purpose, HydroDog may be the perfect fit.

 

Use your ITEX. Build your future.

 

Contact us today to learn about available territories and how to apply ITEX dollars toward franchise ownership.

 

HydroDog Mobile Grooming

Phone: [Your Phone Number]

Email: [Your Email Address]


 












Franchises available at 25k... HydroDog will accept all 25k in ITEX for a limited Time

 

Contact Tim Schoenfelder at 865.805.5158

 

 

Website: https://hydrodog.com/

Victorian Style Wood Mantel


Condition: Gently Used


Heritage model in Cherry Wood by Premier Mantels

An Incredible Mantel and overmantel~


Exact replica of a mantel in the Biltmore Estate. It will make a perfect focal point in your home!


This is the lower mantel with side legs plus the over-mantel. Measures 8' tall x 82" wide.

Will fit a standard fireplace approximately 36" w x 24" high or slightly larger.

Comes with a faux black marble back or use your own.

Optional mirror comes with it, or you can use that space for your flat screen T.V. and tune it to an art channel so it just looks like a painting when you are not watching TV. The mirror has a small part on the back where it is damaged.


Contact Marge at (816) 461-3665


1 available at $3,000 ITEX

Waterfowl Hunts

Saskatchewan

October, November Dates

You are invited to visit a Canadian area world-renowned as a premier destination for waterfowl hunting, acting as a massive continental funnel for ducks, geese and sandhill cranes moving south from the far north. The mix of numerous bodies of water, extensive grainfields for ideal feeding and bordering on the forest-agriculture transition zone makes the area highly sought-after for successful waterfowl adventures.

Offers: USD

2 Dates. 3-Day Hunts

October 18-20, 2026

Nov. 2, 3, 4, 2026

$1,100 PER person, PER day

Airport Destination: Saskatoon, Sk

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 With an 85% repeat client rate, hunters speak for themselves.

Airport Destination: Edmonton, AB

Lodge 2.5 Hour Drive North-East

Contact Your Trade Consultant for Details

(Third-Party Cdn Supplier / Posted 28/09/26)

Our Contact Email: oktrade@shaw.ca

Accommodations & Travel


Additional Tickets & Vacation Info Click here

Including Lake Tahoe 9 options -


The Duttons


 

Tickets available for the two different shows! The Dutton's- $50 each) and Where Jesus Walked - $25 each

 

Call 816.470.9055 or reply to this email to order tickets 



Riverview Cabins - Mammoth Spring, AR


6 Cabins each sleep 8


4 1/2 hr drive from Tulsa

4 3/4 Hr drive from Kansas City

3 3/4 from St. Louis

Come visit the third largest spring in the United States! 

Enjoy delightful trout fishing and hunting! 

Experience exciting canoeing, kayaking and rafting! 

Shop the interesting antique stores and gift shops nearby! 

Much to see and do in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas! This is the Largest Spring in Arkansas. This has rainbow trout fishing also.



870.625.3218

Grand Lake - 2 Bedroom

 

 

2 bed room 2 bath & a beautiful kitchen

 

1,435 sqft



57200 E Highway 125 #3011,

Monkey Island, OK 74331

 

 $225-250 a night cleaning $150  taxes 12.5% (approx)  

 

Contact the ITEX office to check on availability and booking.

 

816.470.9055

Riverpointe Napa Valley 


Check in Nov 22nd 2026 to Nov 29


Location: Napa , CA

Size: 1-BR

Occupancy: 4


View Resort Website

Description

This resort is in an idyllic setting along the Napa River near the Silverado trail. Enjoy the club house and events center with swimming pool and lounge. Outdoor spas, dramatic water treatments, spacious lawns, colorful floral statements, ample guest parking, pathway illumination, and more.


$399 tax /cleaning  Fee and 1600 ITEX .......Only this week and will sell


Call me if interested, 772-532-1881 ONLY WHEN READY TO BOOK Liz Bowler

Banner Elk Resort Sleeps 16

 

 

Sept Dates Available! 

Sleeps 16! 

www.escapetotherock.com

Contact Crystal at crystal.flory@itex.net for dates 

(980) 269-9022

 

Contact Information

Crystal Flory

The Rock at Eagles Nest

Crystal.Flory@itex.net

(704) 243-5515

Banner Elk , NC

NEW All-Inclusive Destination Location

 

I have the following offer for an All-Inclusive Vacation at a new resort called AVA. I am attaching an IMAGE. Please promote to members who would like to take advantage of this new destination location.

Dates are listed!

Thank you!

 

Amanda Campbell

Trade Manager

Trade Director for Central Florida/Greater Tampa, Gulf Coast & Indy/KY areas

407-251-0980 ITEX in Central Florida

251-706-2516 ITEX in Gulf Coast

502-716-5888 ITEX in IN/KY

amanda.campbell@itex.net

2026 Clearwater House Dates Now Available!


This house has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It comes with a kitchen, bar area, and (of course) a very comfortable living room to relax in after a day of beach fun. It's only a few minutes from the beach and comes with free wifi.

$1,200 ITEX per week with a $400 cash fee for taxes/cleaning

All Dates Below are Check in Saturday and Check out is the following Friday!


November 28th - December 4th

December 5th - December 11th

December 19th - December 25th

Travel Request to be completed and emailed to Amanda. Email Amanda to get Travel Request form

Email Amanda for Travel Request!

Completely Furnished!

3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Kitchen, Washer & Dryer, Wi-fi

PLUS Bicycles, Golf Clubs, & Beach Supplies to enjoy during your stay!



Travel Request to be completed and emailed to Amanda. Email Amanda to get Travel



816.470.9055

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