2015 Grinnell Visitor Guide

GROUP TOURS | 51

Group Tours Grinnell tour options are as varied as your group.
From historic architecture to history, from an up-close
look at Grinnell’s industry to getting into the action
through hands-on arts experiences, Grinnell is a
memorable group tour destination.

Plan your trip

Are you considering Grinnell as a destination for your next group tour? Contact the Grinnell
Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau for recommendations and assistance in
planning a memorable visit for your group.

Contact Us:
Phone: (641) 236-6555
Website: getintogrinnell.com
Email: [email protected]

GET INTO GRINNELL Experience Grinnell, the “Jewel of the
Prairie.” Below is a sample itinerary that
BUS TOUR GROUP would work well for a motorcoach tour
ITINERARY group. Let us know what your group is
interested in and we will customize an
itinerary that meets your interests and fits
within your time frame.

ESTIMATED TIME: 6 hours

1 DRIVING TOUR OF GRINNELL 4 JEWEL BOX BANK TOUR
2 5
Your step-on tour guide will tell you A tour guide will explain how
3 about Grinnell’s rich history and world-renowned architect Louis
point out interesting architecture, Sullivan wound up building a bank
historic buildings, and other fun in Grinnell, Iowa. The “Jewel Box
facts during the drive. Bank” was built in 1914 and is a
National Historic Landmark. It is
FAULCONER GALLERY TOUR the cornerstone of the downtown
district and the inspiration for the
Grinnell College’s art gallery attracts city’s “Jewel of the Prairie” theme.
thousands of visitors from across
the Midwest for their regional, WALKING TOURS & SHOPPING
national, and international art
exhibitions. Gallery staff will give Stretch your legs, unwind, do a
you the grand tour. little shopping, grab a coffee, and
explore the shops in downtown
LUNCH AT GRINNELL STEAKHOUSE Grinnell. Visit on a Thursday
afternoon and you will experience
Set the menu ahead of time and give the Grinnell Farmers Market.
your group a choice between two A guide will lead a downtown
sandwiches plus the salad bar and historical walking tour.
warm peach cobbler.

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GET INTO THE COMMUNITY

MUSIC IN THE PARK

Grinnellians of all ages gather in Central Park
each Thursday evening in the summer for
live musical performances. Music In The Park
is a great opportunity to relax and enjoy the
sights and sounds of Grinnell. Grab a snack at
the Farmers Market before the show begins,
and then pull up a lawn chair or enjoy your
picnic on a blanket.
FIND OUT MORE ON PAGE 13

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Living In Grinnell is a vibrant community with much to offer
Grinnell its residents. Living in Grinnell means enjoying an
exceptional quality of life where commutes are short,
housing is affordable, life is meaningful, and you are
part of the community. Grinnell is family-friendly and
well suited for active retirement.

Relocating To Grinnell HOME BUILDERS

REALTORS Allegiant Builders*

Exit Huls Realty* (641) 660-3661

(641) 236-8786 • exithulsrealty.com Beck Construction

Grinnell Realty* (641) 236-6161

(641) 236-7557 • grinnellrealty.com Griffith Home Builders*

Iowa Realty (641) 526-8579

(641) 236-7430 • grinnelliowarealty.com Innovative Construction*

Ramsey-Weeks, Inc.* (641) 660-0966

(641) 236-3141 • ramseyweeks.com Van Ersvelde Construction*

RE/MAX Partners Realty* (641) 236-6600

(641) 236-6683 • partnersgrinnell.com Vander Linden Construction*

Visit getintogrinnell.com for information about rentals. (641) 236-1244 • vanderlindenconstruction.com

RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES Visit getintogrinnell.com for information about sub-contractors.

Mayflower Community* DIDKYNOOUW? Relocate America listed Grinnell
first on its list of the top ten small
(641) 236-6151 • mayflowerhomes.com towns in America to relocate to
(population under 40,000).
St. Francis Manor & Seeland Park*

(641) 236-7592 • stfrancismanor.com

* Denotes Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce Member

902 Park Street, Grinnell
(641) 236-6174

dentalassociatesofgrinnell.com
Dr. Scott Baumann, DDS, FAGD

Dr. Julie Hendricks, DDS

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Grinnell 800 Fourth Ave.
Regional Grinnell, IA

the name for exceptional healthcare services! 641-236-7447

Bariatric Center of Excellence [email protected]
236-2998

Grinnell Regional Home Health
236-2542

Grinnell Regional Hospice
236-2418

Grinnell Regional Internal Medicine
236-2382

Grinnell Regional Mental Health
Clinic 236-2347

Grinnell Regional Orthopedics
236-2010

Grinnell Regional Pain Clinic
236-2338

Grinnell Regional Physical Therapy
236-2364

Grinnell Regional Public Health
236-2385

Grinnell Regional Wellness & Fitness
236-2999

Grinnell Regional Women’s Health
Clinic 236-2905

Manatt Family Urgent Care
236-2378

210 FOURTH AVENUE • GRINNELL, IOWA 50112
641-236-7511 • WWW.GRMC.US

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Helpful Contacts Daycare

Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce* Grinnell Community Daycare & Preschool*
(getintogrinnell.com) (641) 236-7214 • grinnellcommunitydaycare.com

(641) 236-6555 Iowa Child Care Resource and Referral
Contact the Chamber of Commerce for assistance (877) 216-8481 • iowaccrr.org
locating businesses, housing, job opportunities,
volunteer opportunities, community events, and Emergency Medical Service
general information about Grinnell.
Midwest Ambulance Service*
City Of Grinnell* (grinnelliowa.gov) (515) 710-1400 • midwestambulance.com

Administration Garbage & Recycling (grinnelliowa.gov)
(641) 236-2600
Building & Planning Curbside pickup occurs once per week. Residents
(641) 236-2600 must place all garbage in City of Grinnell yellow
Fire Department trash bags (available for purchase at Grinnell grocery
(641) 236-2688 stores). Recycling must be placed in a red recycle
Police Department bin. If your current residence does not have a bin
(641) 236-2670 you may contact the Public Services department at
Public Services (641) 236-2632.
(641) 236-2632
Recreation Department Hospital
(641) 236-2620
Water & Wastewater Services Grinnell Regional Medical Center*
(641) 236-2600 (641) 236-7511 • grmc.us

Community News Internet, Phone & Television

Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce* Dish Network
(641) 236-6555 • getintogrinnell.com (877) 504-1686 • usdish.com
Grinnell Herald Register*
(641) 236-3113 Direct TV
Our Grinnell & Grinnell Business Journal* (855) 448-3473 • directv.com
ourgrinnell.com
Pennysaver* Mediacom*
(641) 236-5611 (800) 479-2082 • mediacomcable.com
Poweshiek County CR*
(641) 623-5116 • yourweeklypaper.com Windstream*
(866) 445-5880 • windstream.com

Library

Drake Community Library*
(641) 236-2661 • grinnell.lib.ia.us

Northeast Iowa Area Agency On Aging

(641) 236-5722 • (866) 468-7887 • nei3a.org

Post Office

(641) 236-5353 • usps.com

Creating and providing services to empower
older people and those with disabilities
to remain independent.

 Case Management  Caregiver Support

 Senior Centers  Respite Support

Northeast Iowa  Meal Programs  Disaster Assistance
Area Agency
on Aging  Options Counseling  Consumer Protection

For more information about support services
in your area call LifeLong Links

toll-free at 866-468-7887 or visit www.nei3a.org.

GetIntoGrinnell.com

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

We invite you to join us at one of our upcoming
events! We typically host 1-2 events per
month which range from happy hours to
networking events to educational lunches.
We are a growing network of young
professionals in our 20’s and 30’s who
live and/or work in the Grinnell area. We
are a hybrid of new, returning, and native
Grinnellians.
Learn more about Grinnell Connect:
• www.getintogrinnell.com event calendar
• email [email protected]
• ‘like’ Grinnell Connect on Facebook

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Helpful Contacts CSuobsmcribmeTuo OnuirtyE-Newsletter

Poweshiek County (poweshiekcounty.org) Thousands of people subscribe to the Grinnell Area
Chamber of Commerce’s weekly email newsletter.
Auditor The newsletter shares community news and updates
(641) 623-5443 including upcoming events, job opportunities, and
Drivers Licenses - Courthouse (Montezuma) housing options.
Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri • (641) 623-3101
Drivers Licenses - Grinnell Community Center Subscribe by emailing
Wed (641) 236-2603 [email protected]
Recorder
(641) 623-5434 Preparing To Move
Sheriff’s Office
(641) 623-5679 Moving & Shipping
Treasurer
(641) 623-5128 Rick’s 66 Uhaul Neighborhood Dealer
(641) 236-0057 • uhaul.com
Schools C&K Transfer*
(641) 236-3418
Grinnell-Newburg Community School District* Total Choice Shipping & Printing*
(641) 236-2700 • grinnell.k12.org (641) 236-7447• totalchoicegrinnell.com
Central Iowa Christian School
(641) 236-3000 • centraliowachristian.org Storage Units
Preschools listed on page 39.
Russ’s Mini Storage
Utilities (641) 236-4858
Southview Storage Units
Alliant Energy (Electricity)* (641) 990-8656
(800) 255-4268 • alliantenergy.com Van Wyk Rentals*
City of Grinnell (Water)* (641) 236-7551
(641) 236-2600 • grinnelliowa.gov West Side Mini Storage*
(641) 236-8738
Veterans Affairs

(641) 236-5722
poweshiekcounty.org/vetaffairs.htm

* Denotes Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce Member

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