Red Oak Chamber and Industry Association

08/30/2026

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We Love our Trees in Red Oak!!!

Big news for Red Oak’s trees! 🌿
Congratulations to the City of Red Oak - Government on receiving the IRA Urban Forestry Development Grant, a $50K investment in a healthier, greener community.

This funding will help remove hazardous trees, plant two new trees for every one removed, complete a full community tree inventory, integrate it into our GIS system, and develop a long‑term tree management plan. 🌱📊
Grant agreements are expected in September, with projects beginning October 1. Learn more about the program through the Iowa DNR’s Urban Forestry Grant initiative: 🔗https://www.iowadnr.gov/programs-services/forestry-resources/urban-forestry/urban-forestry-grant-programs

08/30/2026

If you love the The Agora: Coffeehaus & Event Venue, then you are going to LOVE this signature Red Oak drink! ☕️

A local taste ☕

We’ve been feeling so thankful for our community and friends. Now having experienced “regulars” and getting to know your stories and growing together, we’re feeling honored that you continue to support this journey. So thank YOU!! We hope you enjoy this twist on our local fall experience.

While we’re on the topic… does everyone know the story of how Red Oak got its name?

08/27/2026

🌲🌿 Tag your girls!!

22 days left until our fall retreat! We have 12 full weekend ($150) spots left, and 4 Saturday ($75) tickets left. Here's what you get to look forward to:
🌲Scenic views
⛺Camping (in a cabin with AC, with your friends)
🧀Cheese making
💍Silversmithing (+$65.00)
🥖Sourdough
📚Book binding
🛶Kayaking/ paddleboarding
🎨Sign painting
🍽 Cozy campfire meals
You can visit https://montgomeryccb.org/calendar/wild-women-in-the-woods-wellness-retreat/ to get signed up! Have questions? Shoot us a message or give our naturalist, Cassandra, a call at (712) 623-4753, ext. 2!

A huge thank you to our friends at Lake Icaria, Adams County for providing a beautiful space for us gather and connect...

08/26/2026

THIS SATURDAY at the The Agora: Coffeehaus & Event Venue! 🎨✂️🖌

2nd Art Hour — Saturday Aug. 29th 12:30
Led by local artists James & Terri Hoskinson

Collage Art- we’ll be scrapping magazines, and gluing together pieces into a drawing outline.

This is a free event, with supplies provided, targeted for all ages, and no sign up required. So please feel free to pop in at your leisure and join us 🤗

08/25/2026

🌤Wanted to share this video with summer coming to a close, who says you can't take a fun stay-cation right here in Red Oak!
Riverbend Heritage Lodge
The Agora: Coffeehaus & Event Venue
Red Oak Country Club
Shoppes on Fountain Square
Wilson Performing Arts Center

08/25/2026

City Wide Garage Sales are coming up fast! 🏷📦

08/24/2026

📚✨ Welcome Back, Red Oak Students & Educators! ✨📚
Let’s make this year one to remember, full of growth, connection, and Tiger pride.
🐯📣 GO TIGERS!!! 🐯📣
Red Oak Elementary - Red Oak, IA
Red Oak Jr.-Sr. High School

08/18/2026

🚨🚓 Next Year's Date is Aug. 3rd! Mark your Calendars!

08/17/2026

🌳 Chautauqua Park | Red Oak, Iowa 🌳
Established in 1921, Chautauqua Park reflects Red Oak's long-standing commitment to community, education, and recreation. Named after the nationally recognized Chautauqua movement, which brought educational programs, cultural enrichment, and entertainment to communities across America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the park has served as a gathering place for generations of residents and visitors.
At the heart of the park stands its historic pavilion, a venue that has welcomed countless lectures, concerts, civic events, and community celebrations over the years. Today, Chautauqua Park continues to be one of Red Oak's most treasured public spaces, offering a ball field, playground equipment, picnic areas, and modern amenities for families and groups to enjoy.
Whether hosting a community event, enjoying a family picnic, cheering on a ballgame, or simply spending time outdoors, visitors will find Chautauqua Park to be a place where Red Oak's rich history and vibrant community spirit come together.