Kansans like to get out and go places. We’re resourceful, curious and enjoy human and neighborly interactions. Yet the COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up summer adventure plans for many of us. Now, many of us may be staying much closer to home than we had imagined.
The silver lining, of course, is that Iola already has some wonderful ways to have fun in our own backyard.
620 Day
This coming Saturday downtown Iola will be buzzing with shopping, food and fun activities to celebrate 620 Day. Coordinated by the Iola Chamber and the participating downtown Iola businesses, 620 Day runs from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
The meaning of 620 Day is two-fold. First, it references the date — June 20 — and secondly, our area code. It originated in Pittsburg. Iola’s first 620 Day occurred last year. Its purpose remains the same: to cultivate pride, celebrate our community, and most importantly, give back! A percentage of the sales on 620 will be donated to our local Wings of Warriors Cancer Foundation.
This year, we have 11 participating businesses with each hosting a special activity. So, if you’re eager to have some fun, eat some great food and do a little shopping, come to the square this Saturday!
This year’s participating businesses and organizations are: Audacious Boutique, Capper Jewelry, Faith & Farm, Thrive Allen County, Southwind Cycle & Outdoor, Rookies Bar & Grill, the Allen County Historical Society, The Outsiders Bar & Grill, Bullseye Glass Repair of Kansas, The Marketplace, The Pregnancy and Family Resource Center of Southeast Kansas and ACMAT (Allen County Multi-Agency Team).
2020 Iola Citywide Garage Sale
Each spring, the Chamber coordinates the Iola Citywide Garage Sale. It’s a perfect opportunity to clean out your closets and garage. Historically, this event has taken place on the first Saturday in June. However, given the circumstances this year, we bumped it to June 27.
Another change will be that the map of garage sale locations will be on the Chamber’s website and Facebook page. We will not be distributing paper maps to the convenience stores this year.
To list your garage sale location on the map go to https://www.iolachamber.org/events/city-wide-garage-sale.html.
NO MATTER if it’s this Saturday or next, Iola has something to offer the whole family. Great deals, plenty of fun and an active community; who could ask for more? Come explore Iola with us!
