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Carlisle Chamber of Commerce

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2024 Events

Warren County Legislative Luncheon

December 11, 2024

A group of people seated around a round table in a conference room. Some have papers in front of them, and there is a drink on the table. Sunlight is coming through a window in the background.

People are seated at tables in a meeting room with wood-paneled walls, listening to a speaker at a podium. A decorated Christmas tree and American flag are in the background. The room has a high ceiling with several windows.

A group of people are seated at round tables in a large hall, listening to a speaker. The room is decorated with a Christmas tree and wreaths. The wooden paneling in the background features the name "Judsonia Country Club.

A group of people sit around a round table in a meeting room. Some are looking at each other, while a few are focused on their devices. A wreath decorates a window, and a woman stands in the background. Papers and cups are on the table.

Light Up Carlisle 2024

December 8, 2024

A child with a big smile poses with Santa Claus outdoors at night. The child is wearing a purple jacket and holding a small gift bag, while Santa is dressed in his traditional red suit and hat. Trees are visible in the dimly lit background.

A group of people gathered outdoors in the evening light, some wearing festive headbands and holding songbooks, suggesting a caroling event. They're standing in front of a white tent, surrounded by trees and dry grass.

Inflatable Santa and a Christmas tree decoration are set up on a grassy area with fallen leaves. A sign nearby reads "Carlisle Citizen." Bare trees are visible in the background.

A person stands next to a large inflatable polar bear wearing a red hat and green scarf, holding a penguin. A sign in the foreground reads "exp Realty, Dawn Guyer." There are trees and cars in the background.

Santa Claus poses with three children outdoors near a pavilion. A baby in Santa's lap is dressed in a purple outfit, while two older kids stand beside him, one in a red hoodie and the other in a blue jacket. A Santa decoration is in the background.

Santa Claus stands beside a green Jeep decorated with colorful lights at night, creating a festive atmosphere.

Pumpkinfest 2024

October 26, 2024

Photos courtesy of The Carlisle Citizen

A small goat wearing a colorful tutu rests on the grass near a large black barrel. Another goat and a person are visible in the background under sunlight.

A small goat wearing a colorful fringed costume that looks like a piñata and a matching party hat stands on grass in front of a green plastic mesh fence. The sun casts shadows, and various objects are scattered nearby.

A goat wearing a superhero cape with stars and stripes stands near a green mesh fence. The fence casts a shadow on the ground. The goat's head is lowered, and the scene takes place on a sunny day.

Two people in costumes stand beside a car parked in front of a building. One wears a hooded animal onesie, while the other is dressed in a dark outfit holding a toy lightsaber. A couple of chairs and boxes are nearby.

A person stands beside a car with an open trunk decorated for Halloween. The trunk has a smiling pumpkin, empty containers, and a candy corn garland. The person wears a colorful crochet jacket and glasses. A brick building is in the background.

Three police officers stand smiling in front of a car, decorated with colorful Halloween-themed props such as webs and large purple cutouts. They are outside a brick building on a sunny day.

A group of six people in colorful costumes and wigs stand in front of a red truck adorned with balloons. One person is holding a painter’s palette, and another is holding a cup. The setting is a sunny outdoor street scene.

Five people dressed in various colorful costumes pose together outside a building. They are smiling and standing on a sunny sidewalk, with a car and buildings in the background.

A woman stands beside a decorated car with a Halloween theme, featuring a "Happy Halloween" sign, spider webs, and a stuffed spider. A sign reads "eXp Realty Dawn Guyer." The car is parked in front of a building labeled "24/7 Fitness.

Four people in costumes sit on the open tailgate of a vehicle. From left to right, they are dressed in a black cape, a scarecrow, a lion, and Dorothy. They appear to be at an outdoor event, with a building in the background.

A smiling man in a wheelchair and a woman in a witch hat with a purple brim are posing together on a street during a sunny day. The background features a brick building, a stop sign, and colorful market stalls.

A colorful barrel train carries several passengers, including children and adults, along a paved path. Stalls and people are visible in the background, suggesting a festive outdoor event.

A small tractor pulls a colorful train of barrel-shaped cars carrying children down a suburban street. The train passes by a brick building labeled "Sprouts Child Learning Academy" on a sunny day. Trees with autumn leaves line the street.

A man drives a small tractor pulling multi-colored barrel cars with children inside, passing by a brick building labeled "Sprouts Early Learning Academy." The children are enjoying the ride on a sunny day.

Two children in costumes stand together outside a fitness center during a Halloween event. One child is wearing a black robe with skeleton face paint, while the other is in a black and white outfit holding a pink bucket. People are gathered in the background.

A young child wearing a white shirt and pink cape rides in a small green barrel-shaped cart, smiling joyfully. The cart is part of a train pulled by a tractor on a sunny day, with people watching in the background.

An adult and a child are dressed in bright orange and blue suits, standing next to a car designed like a shaggy dog. The scene is outdoors, with a brick building in the background.

Three children in costumes stand outside. One wears an inflatable unicorn suit, another is dressed as a medieval queen with a crown, and the third wears a dinosaur costume. They are holding bags, possibly for Halloween trick-or-treating.

Two people are by a truck with its tailgate open, filled with paper bags. One person sits in a folding chair, and the other stands nearby. They're on a street with buildings and a patio in the background.

A man and woman stand by a car with an open trunk. Inside are Halloween decorations, including a skeleton and a stuffed animal. They are in a sunlit street with stores visible in the background, and both are wearing casual hoodies and jeans.

Two people sitting in front of an open car trunk decorated with a "Happy Halloween" banner and festive imagery. They are outdoors on a sunny day, with a brick building in the background. The car trunk is part of a Halloween event setup.

Two people wearing sunglasses and festive clothing sit on chairs in front of a decorated truck bed. The truck is adorned with holiday signs and flowers. They're in a sunny outdoor setting near a brick building.

A man and woman stand in front of an open SUV trunk with two Halloween-themed buckets on a table. The scene is outdoors, in front of a brick building with a sign that reads "COCO & ANN'S." The sky is clear and sunny.

A group of kids in colorful costumes poses outdoors with musical instruments. They stand behind a banner reading "Carlisle Middle School Wildcat Band." A drummer sits to the left, and the scene is sunny with a brick wall and building in the background.

A group of middle school students, dressed in colorful costumes, stand behind a "Carlisle Middle School Wildcat Band" banner during a parade. Autumn trees are visible in the background, along with a few adults accompanying them.

A parade of people walking down the street, led by two individuals holding a banner that reads "Carlisle Chamber of Commerce." Participants are dressed in various costumes, and trees with autumn foliage are visible in the background.

Four people are dressed in various costumes, holding musical instruments. They stand in a parking lot with a brick building in the background. One is in a space suit, another in a skeleton outfit, the third in a doctor's uniform, and the fourth in casual clothes.

Great Hay Rack Ride of Scotch Ridge Park

October 17, 2024

Thank you to Denny Woodruff

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Lunch & Learn

October 15, 2024

Pottery at The Kiln Room

A group of people sits at a table in a room with shelves of bowls and various items. A man stands at the head of the table, speaking to the seated individuals. The atmosphere appears casual and informal.

A group of women sit around a table in a pottery studio, engaging in conversation. In the background, shelves filled with pottery and paints are visible. A man stands behind a counter, and a woman in a sweatshirt is also present.

A person smiling while shaping clay on a pottery wheel. They are wearing a white apron over a gray shirt and blue jeans. Various pottery tools and containers are on a table nearby. The background has a wall with a hanging red cloth.

Warren County Women’s Mentoring

September 26, 2024

Three women stand smiling in a gymnasium with red and black bleachers in the background. The woman on the left wears a black blazer and jeans, the woman in the middle wears a floral dress, and the woman on the right wears a light-colored suit. A "Carlisle Wildcats" banner is visible above.

A woman speaks at a podium in a gymnasium, addressing four women seated at a table covered with a white cloth. The table has autumn-themed flower arrangements and name placards in front of each seated woman. Red walls and bleachers are visible in the background.

A group of people sitting at tables in a large gymnasium, engaged in conversation. The tables are covered with white tablecloths and decorated with flowers. Some people have papers and drinks in front of them. Red bleachers and a high ceiling with exposed beams are visible in the background.

People sit at tables in a gymnasium, participating in a networking event. The gym has red walls, bleachers, and ceiling banners. There are informational posters and signs in the background. The atmosphere is bright and professional.

A person stands at a wooden podium speaking into a microphone in a gymnasium with red bleachers. They are wearing a light-colored suit. Part of a yellow and red sign with partial text "Carlis..." is visible on the podium.

Lunch & Learn

September 24, 2024

Address from the City and School.

Three easels with posters about the Carlisle Library Bond Referendum are displayed in a conference room. The posters include detailed information, floor plans, and images related to the referendum. The room has a sign on the wall that says "Conference Room.

A man with a mustache and short hair, wearing a dark vest over a blue shirt, is sitting on a chair, gesturing with his hands and looking forward. He is in a classroom setting with a whiteboard behind him and a set of chairs and tables in front.

A woman stands at the front of a classroom giving a presentation. She is speaking to an audience seated in rows of modern, white chairs and desks. The presenter wears a black shirt and red pants, while the attendees are seen from the back.

A man in a gray suit and red tie is standing at the front of a room, speaking to an audience. He is in front of a whiteboard and some windows. In the foreground, several people are seated, facing him.

A group of people sit at tables in a conference room, facing forward. Some are eating and drinking while others look towards the front presentation area. There are posters displayed on easels and a visible TV screen on the wall. The room has modern fixtures and carpeting.

The Twisted MANE Ribbon Cutting

September 19, 2024

A woman with long hair in a black dress and white sneakers playfully holds a large pair of scissors near another woman's hair in a salon. The seated woman, wearing a black top and patterned pants, smiles with an open mouth. The salon has a festive setup.

A group of people stands in front of a black building with a sign that reads "Love the Mane Hair Shop." They are holding a long ribbon with scissors prepared for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The front of the building features a "65" address sign.

A woman is seated in a salon chair, wearing a black outfit and a pink lei, with a surprised expression. Standing behind her is a smiling hairstylist in a black tank top holding a large pair of scissors above the seated woman's head. The salon has a playful decor.

Two women standing outdoors on a sunny day, both smiling at the camera. The woman on the left is holding a small plaque that reads "The Verdigre WIN." Both women are wearing leis and are dressed in casual summer clothing. A street and buildings are visible in the background.

Lunch & Learn

August 20, 2024

“Agriculture in the Classroom” guest speaker, Keisher Thompson, Ag in the Classroom Coordinator. Hosted by Fabian & Luis Hernandez, 2 Brothers Mexican/American Food.

A group of seven people, sitting and standing around a wooden table outdoors under a green umbrella, smile at the camera. Some hold notebooks or paper. There is a sign on the wall and a food truck labeled "2 Brothers Mexican Food" in the background.

Four people sitting around a wooden outdoor table, having a meal together. The table holds various food items, drinks, and a black laptop. The setting appears to be in a courtyard with a white brick wall in the background.

A woman stands and talks in an outdoor seating area of a cafe, holding a piece of paper. She is wearing a teal shirt and jeans. There are tables and chairs around her, some occupied by people. An open bottle of water is on a table in the foreground. Colorful paper decorations hang above.

Two men are smiling and posing inside a food truck window. The one in the foreground is wearing a colorful patterned shirt and apron, while the man in the background is dressed in a gray t-shirt. The interior of the food truck is visible behind them.

Three people are seated around a wooden table on an outdoor patio, engaged in an activity. A fourth person stands off to the side, partially in the frame. The patio has wooden chairs and tables, a large umbrella, and a white brick wall in the background.

Educators and Staff Appreciation Breakfast

August 20, 2024

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The Kiln Room Ribbon Cutting

August 9, 2024

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Ocean Breeze Wellness Ribbon Cutting

July 9, 2024

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Chamber Golf Outing

June 2024

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Movie Night

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Lunch & Learn

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Greater DSM Hot Air Balloon Hunt

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Coffee with Elected Officials

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2023 Annual Dinner

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Annual Dinner - Volunteers Award

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