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Chariton Area Chamber/Main Street
104 North Grand Street
Chariton, IA 50049

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11/02/2026

✨ This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Giggles & Grit Coaching — a locally owned business that started from the ground up! 💪 What began as a dream has grown into a private studio where people of all fitness levels become stronger, healthier, and more confident. Giggles & Grit offers one-on-one personal training, buddy training, group classes, online coaching, nutrition coaching, and personalized fitness programming. 🏋️

💛 We love getting to celebrate the small businesses that make our community special, and Giggles & Grit Coaching is a great example of the passion and hard work our local entrepreneurs bring to Chariton.

🛍️ Whether you’re already a client or just discovering them for the first time, be sure to shop local, support local, and show some love to Giggles & Grit Coaching! 🙌

👉 Read the full spotlight: https://www.charitonareachambermainstreet.com/november2026sbs

11/02/2026

Lace up, Chariton! ⛸️

Every good holiday movie has a skating scene, and this year Dazzle Fest 2026 is bringing ours to the Square! Cozy up, grab a hot c***r, and glide into the season at our synthetic ice skating rink.

⛸️ Saturday, November 28th, 2 - 6 PM
📍 East side of the Square (N. Grand St. will be closed from Court to Braden)
🎄 FREE for everyone & ice skates will be available in a variety of sizes!

A big thank you to all of our generous sponsors for helping us make this happen. 💛

10/30/2026

Just a little Friday rant from our Executive Director. 🎃

Tune it to hear all the fun & exciting events happening in Lucas County this weekend! (Flyers in the comments!)

Have a great Halloween weekend everyone!

10/30/2026

Halloween may be tomorrow, but today is all about Dazzle Fest! 🎄

Here is the 2026 Dazzle Fest schedule of events for Saturday, November 28th. Mark your calendar! Take a sneak peek at some of our new additions - Ice Skating, Highland Cow Minis & MMC & LSN crowning at Breakfast with Santa!

We'll be sharing more details starting next week, so stay on the lookout for all things Dazzle Fest 2026! ✨

10/29/2026

Two Races, One Holiday Weekend! 🏃

Harvest Hustle 5K: Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26th
Santa Sprint 5K: Dazzle Fest, Saturday, November 28th

Register for the Harvest Hustle by November 9th to get a t-shirt, and the first 50 registrants for the Santa Sprint get a Dazzle Fest beanie! 🎅

Sign up here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/two-races-one-holiday-weekend

10/28/2026

Dazzle Fest ornaments are here! 🎄

A big thank you to Black Sheep Creations for making our ornaments this year! We appreciate small local businesses that help support our events. 💛

There are two options this year, $10 each:
✨ Dazzle Fest Ornament (limited quantities)
✨ Memorial/Honor Ornament (must be ordered by November 20th)

Memorial/honor names will be read aloud during the tree lighting ceremony on Dazzle Fest day.

We love having this tradition for our community, so purchase your ornaments today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/dazzle-fest-ornaments-2

10/28/2026

Halloween in Lucas County! 🎃

This Saturday, October 31st, come enjoy a great day in Lucas County:

🍬 Trick or Treat on the Chariton Square: 10 AM - 12 PM
👻 Monster Mash Halloween Party hosted by Lucas County Next Gen: 3 - 5 PM at the Chariton Community Center
🎃 Trick or Treat the town: 5 - 8 PM

Costumes encouraged! See you out there. 🧡

10/27/2026

Dazzle Fest 2026 shirts are live! 🎄

A big thank you to McKinley Advertising Company for working on the designs with us, and to Presley Kay for providing a great photo of our amazing courthouse for the design! 💛

Lots of color options & shirt options (long sleeve, t-shirt, crewneck, & hoodies)!

Orders must be placed by Sunday, November 15th.

Order here: https://chamberdf-mck.itemorder.com/shop/home/

10/27/2026

🎃 Halloween may be this weekend, but November is almost here, and that means our Miss Merry Christmas & Little St. Nick candidates are ready to go! 👑🎅

The girl and boy who raise the most money during the month of November will be crowned 2026 Miss Merry Christmas & Little St. Nick at 10 AM on Dazzle Fest Day at Breakfast with Santa (Saturday, November 28th)! 🎄

This year, our candidates are fundraising for three great local organizations:
🐾 Almost Home Animal Rescue
📚 Chariton Public Library
🥫 Lucas County Food Pantry

🪣 Buckets will be out at Hy-Vee & Bomgaars starting Monday, November 2nd.

💻 NEW THIS YEAR: By popular request, you can now give online! Perfect for family and friends who don't live in Chariton. Choose the candidate you want to support here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/2026-miss-merry-christmas-and-little-st-nick-fundraising

⏰ Fundraising closes at noon on Friday, November 27th.

Every dollar helps our community! Thank you for supporting these kids and the organizations they're raising money for. 💛

10/26/2026

Shop & Dine 1st Saturday: Holiday Kickoff! 🎄

Our deals & specials are here! Check out the graphic to see what our participating businesses are offering on Saturday, November 7th.

Mark your calendar, grab a friend, and head downtown to kick off the holiday season. Shop local, eat local, and support our small businesses! 💛

Address

104 N Grand Street
Chariton, IA
50049

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+16417744059

Website

http://www.charitonareachambermainstreet.com/

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