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05/21/2026

Meet the speakers of Fail Fest 👏

These entrepreneurs are doing something most business owners rarely do publicly - talk about the real stuff:

➡️ mistakes
➡️ pivots
➡️ bad ideas
➡️ lessons learned the hard way
➡️ moments they almost gave up
➡️ and what happened next

Join us for an evening of candid stories, laughter, resilience, and honest conversation as our speakers share the ups and downs behind building a business.

Featuring:
Joseph Allen & Karen Saul with Andante Vineyard
Eden Olsen with Lucky Crow Farm
John Bracken with Crush Wine Tours

🎟 Tickets are FREE, but RSVP is appreciated:
https://FailFest2026.eventbrite.com

Grab your ticket, invite a friend, and come celebrate the messy middle of building something worthwhile.

Innovation can’t exist without failure, so why not celebrate it?

05/15/2026

Success stories are fun to tell.

But the real stories? Those usually involve mistakes, pivots, bad ideas, near disasters, awkward moments, and figuring things out the hard way.

That’s exactly why we created Fail Fest.

Entrepreneurs will take the stage to share honest stories about failure, setbacks, and the lessons that ultimately helped shape their businesses and careers. No polished “perfect entrepreneur” narratives — just real people talking candidly about what didn’t work, what they learned, and what happened next.

If you’ve ever:
wondered if you’re the only one struggling
had an idea flop
made a bad business decision
questioned whether you’re cut out for entrepreneurship
or learned more from failure than success…
…this event is for you.

And honestly? These conversations are often far more valuable than the highlight reel.
We’re excited to welcome:
Joseph Allen & Karen Saul with Andante Vineyard
Eden Olsen with Lucky Crow Farm
John Bracken with Crush Wine Tours

🎟 RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fail-fest-tickets-1988116021539?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come laugh a little, learn a lot, and be reminded that thriving businesses are usually built on a pile of lessons learned the hard way.

05/04/2026

Shop local this weekend for mom!

04/01/2026

You don’t have to leave your community to build your career.

We’re bringing FREE tech training opportunities to our region - and we want you to know about them.

These programs are beginner-friendly, flexible, and designed for real life.

Join us for an upcoming Hub Talk to learn how it all works.

05/19/2025

🚀 Calling All Middle School Innovators! 🛠️
Are you entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade and ready to unleash your creativity? Join iINVENT, a FREE one-week summer camp by Oregon State University, designed especially for rural Oregon youth!

🔍 What You'll Experience:
• Collaborate with OSU college mentors to design inventions that enhance lives.
• Engage in hands-on STEM activities and engineering challenges.
• Learn about the innovation process using resources from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
• Connect with peers and explore college pathways.

📍 2025 Camp Date & Location:
July 14–18: Independence
Indy Commons: 154 S Main ST

🌟 Why Join?
iINVENT is more than a camp—it's a community where you can "fail fast and learn fast" in a supportive environment. Embrace the inventor's mindset and make a difference!

📲 Register Now:
https://precollege.oregonstate.edu/iinvent

02/07/2025

🚀 Starting or Growing a Food Business? Let’s Talk Licensing! 🍞🥗

Navigating food business licensing can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be! Join us for "Ask Me Anything: Food Business Licensing", a casual, informative session designed for aspiring and existing food entrepreneurs.

🔹 What to Expect:
✅ Get clear, straightforward answers from industry experts
✅ Learn about permits, regulations, and certifications
✅ Ask your specific questions in a no-pressure setting
✅ Connect with fellow food business owners

📅 February 13, 2025
📍 Indy Commons 154 S Main ST, Independence
⏰ 5:30 PM

Whether you're dreaming of starting a food truck, selling homemade goods, or expanding a commercial kitchen operation, this is your chance to get real answers in a relaxed, friendly environment.

🎟 Free to attend. Bring your questions and let’s turn your food business dreams into reality!

👉 More info at www.indyideahub.org

11/21/2024

Ok community, we have an ask - let's help support our local Youth Coding League teams who made it through to the next round! Voting for the Semifinals is open NOW and will close on Friday, November 22, at noon CST. Let's rally around the teams, participate in voting, and get them on to the next bracket!

We've made it to the semi-finals of the Youth Coding League Playoffs! Support our 5/6th grade team "SkibidiDonutDestryers :)" and our 7/8th grade team "Insert Team Name Here" as they represent the library in the playoffs! Cast your vote for our teams at https://www.youthcodingleague.com/playoffs. Voting for this round runs through Friday, November 22 at 10 am!

10/22/2024

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 I’m thrilled to be speaking at the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 in New Orleans, where over 200+ shared kitchen owners and operators will come together! This exclusive event is designed to EMPOWER shared kitchen leaders with tools for success and innovation. Join us for an incredible few days of networking, learning, and celebrating our industry’s impact! 🙌

Catch me on the panel: 🔥𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 🔥
This panel will explore the unique role of shared kitchens as economic hubs in rural communities, focusing on the challenges and opportunities in operating in resource-limited areas. Hear stories from rural kitchens in Colorado, Arizona, and Oregon, and discover best practices.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧/𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:

📅 November 13th
📍 New Orleans, Louisiana 🦀

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to tap into the largest network of shared-use kitchens, including food incubator admins, shared kitchen owners/operators, and ecosystem providers!!

Head to: SharedKitchenSummit.com for all the juicy details!

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11/04/2023

A trip to Town & Country True Value Hardware is always about more than just buying merchandise. Don't miss this story about how they help people in our community solve problems and make friends along the way! Thank you Altar Media for your help telling these stories - stay tuned for more highlights from our series highlighting why you should .

10/03/2023

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