Summer has officially arrived! Warm sunny days accompany a full list of activities to keep us busy during the next few months. Our community offers a wide variety of things to do for people of all ages. Check out the list below!
Have an activity or event you would like to add? Click here to email or call 208-250-5994 today to get on our publishing list!
June 1st marks the beginning of our Helping Homedale Program! Click here to learn more about it!
► LeRoy Breshears Family Fishing Day June 1st 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., free for kindergarten through sixth grade, Island Park pond, Marsing.
► The Homedale Municipal Pool will be open June 3rd! Hours are Monday – Saturday 1:00-5:00 pm & 7:00-9:00. Prices have increased slightly and daily swim is now $3.00
► HOMEDALE FARMERS MARKET OPENING DATE: JUNE 6TH 3-7 PM BETTE UDA PARK, HOMEDALE.
► Check out the summer reading program at the Homedale Public Library! A Universe of Stories! If you haven’t signed up yet come in and do so at the Homedale Library . Don’t forget to pick up a reading log and a Children’s Summer Reading Rules w/ calendar of events. You don’t need to have a library card to participate. It is for ages 4 to 12. We look forward to seeing you next Thursday, June 6th at 1pm!
► Chamber of Commerce Meetings will be postponed until August 27th! Happy summer!
► Looking for a summer outing? Mark your calendars for the 2019 Summer Tour in conjunction with the Owyhee Conservation District. RSVP by July 18th
► Mark your Calendars Friday, July 19, 2019 at 6 PM – 9 PM
Paint Night & Fundraiser at the Txoko Ona Basque Center in Homedale!
Join us for a fun and creative evening with friends! Enjoy great conversation and refreshments while you learn to paint. Each participant will get to go home with a beautiful 11×14 canvas of a Basque themed image (details to come) created by them.
Txoko Ona members, this event is open to the public so please bring your friends and family!
Doors: 6:00Painting: 6:30 – 8:30
$30/per person Includes: instruction, supplies, pintxos and two beverage ticketsGet your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paint-pintxos-tickets-62208716947*All tickets are pre-sale and nonrefundable
Pintxo: small snack typically eaten in bars in the Basque Country
Proceeds benefit Txoko Ona, Inc programs, services and building fund.
Helping Homedale Business Matching Funds Program Sponsored by the Homedale Chamber of Commerce
Project Fact Sheet
What is Helping Homedale?
The Homedale Chamber of Commerce Helping Homedale project is a summer long program created to help local Homedale businesses spruce up their storefronts! Most economic development professionals and downtown revitalization experts feel that expenditures for facelifts of their downtown businesses is money well spent and a critical part of a vital business community. Together let’s beautify our downtown corridor!
Who is participating?
This project is open to any Homedale business or commercial property owner within the Homedale city limits. It is not a requirement to be a Homedale Chamber of Commerce member to participate.
What types of improvements qualify?
Eligible improvements should be limited to storefront or façade improvements including paint, signage, new windows, doors, and awnings. They can also include landscaping such as flower pots, hanging baskets, plant material and bark for flower beds, etc. Although pre-approval is not required, it is highly recommended that any questions regarding eligible expenses be answered by the Committee prior to you spending money towards the project.
How does it work?
Helping Homedale sponsored by the Homedale Chamber of Commerce will provide matching funds of $0.50 for every $1.00 spent on storefront and façade improvements by local businesses up to a maximum matching contribution of $250.00 per participating business. This will be a reimbursement program where eligible receipts will need to be submitted to the Helping Homedale Committee for review in order to receive the matching funds. For example, Business X spends $500.00 on new signage for their business located on Idaho Avenue. After submitting their receipts to the Helping Homedale Committee, they receive a reimbursement check for $250.00, the maximum match available. However, if Business X only spends $300.00 on their new signage, they would only receive a check for $150.00, etc..
When does Helping Homedale kick-off?
The first annual Helping Homedale project will kick off June 1st, 2019 and run through August 31st, 2019. Expenses eligible for reimbursement must be incurred during the program period. It is possible the project will end sooner without notice if the $5,000 total earmarked for matching funds are exhausted prior to August 31st. It is our hope that this will be an annual program.
Is this a Contest?
Yes! Helping Homedale is a contest! In order to participate in the contest you will need to submit before and after photos pertaining to the specific improvements you made when you submit receipts for reimbursement. The Helping Homedale Committee will vote on one winner. The winning business will receive one complimentary full-color advertisement in The Owyhee Avalanche after the conclusion of the contest period.
Where should I direct my questions regarding the program?
Please contact Gavin Parker, President of the Homedale Chamber of Commerce with any questions. He can be reached at (208) 337-3271 or gsparker72@yahoo.com.
The Chamber of Commerce is an organization of local businesses who meet regularly to discuss:
Together these business owners, volunteers, and representatives, advocate on behalf of the community to promote and create positive change in the community’s economic environment and quality of life.
How does the Chamber of Commerce benefit myself and my community?
The Chamber of Commerce provides great community events such as the annual Easter Egg Hunt and Holiday Nightlight Parade.
In addition, the Chamber of Commerce is beneficial to members of the community because it provides a reliable network of business professionals that are committed to using good and fair business practices. These businesses are dedicated to making sure their products and services meet the needs of the community and set the standard as local industry leaders.
How can joining a Chamber of Commerce benefit my business?
There are several ways that joining the Chamber of Commerce can benefit your business:
The Homedale Chamber serves the community in numerous ways and is poised to be a key contributor to Homedale’s future. Ideas or Questions? For further information Contact Us Today!
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There are no fees, just lots of fun, games, and basic skill training.
Contact Alex Grant for Questions (208) 577-7988
Homedale Farmers’ Market Plant Sale May 4th and May 11th
The annual plant sale was so successful last year they have decided to offer two Saturdays of plant sales. May 4th and 11th 10-2 pm Bette Uda Park in Homedale.
Consider being a vendor? $20.00 per day plus 5% of your sales at the end of each day. Register and pay online at www.homedalefarmersmarket.com
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