Irondale Chamber

09/21/2026

Alzheimer’s and caregiving don’t stay at home.

They follow people into the workplace — affecting employees, families, communication, attendance, stress, and performance in ways that aren’t always easy to see.

Join the Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, October 8, from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM for:
When Alzheimer’s Comes to Work: Supporting Employees, Families & Caregivers

Featuring Dr. Melanie Mitros, Executive Director of Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama, with practical guidance, workplace support strategies, and resources for employees and family caregivers.
We’ll also welcome Representative Susan DuBose for a brief update on Alabama business momentum and legislation affecting our business community.

📍 AGC Conference Center
5000 Grantswood Rd., Irondale
🎟 Register here:
https://business.irondalechamber.org/ap/Events/Register/8EFOG9jTOCRC7

Special thanks to Home Instead and Touching Hearts at Home for helping make this program possible.

This is a conversation for employers, employees, caregivers, families — and anyone who wants to better support the people around them.

09/17/2026

Alzheimer’s and caregiving don’t stop at the workplace door.

Join the Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, October 8, from 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the AGC Conference Center for an important conversation with Dr. Melanie Mitros, Executive Director of Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama.

Dr. Mitros will share practical insight into how cognitive change and caregiving can affect employees, families and workplace performance—and the resources available to help.

We’ll also welcome Representative Susan DuBose for a brief update on Alabama business momentum and legislation affecting our business community.

Special thanks to our event sponsors Home Instead and Touching Hearts at Home for helping make this program possible.
📍 AGC Conference Center
5000 Grantswood Rd., Irondale
🗓 Thursday, October 8
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Reserve your seat:
https://business.irondalechamber.org/ap/Events/Register/8EFOG9jTOCRC7

Good information. Meaningful connections. A stronger community.

08/25/2026

This Saturday ‼️
August 29th
5:00pm-8:00pm

The Fried Green Tomato Festival is almost here, and we have some BIG thank-yous and exciting announcements!🎶

First, we are incredibly grateful to all of our 2026 Fried Green Tomato Festival sponsors! ❤️ Your generosity and support make this event possible and, most importantly, help Heidi’s Kids continue supporting local children in need. We truly could not do what we do without businesses, organizations, and families who believe in our mission.

🎶 NOW… LET’S TALK MUSIC! 🎶

We are so excited to welcome MUDKATZ to the stage for a night of live music! Joining them will be our special guests and opening acts Scott Best and Jemison Thorsby! 🎸🥁

And come hungry! Irondale Cafe will be serving a $12 meal featuring chicken tenders, mac & cheese, fried green tomatoes, a cookie, and your choice of drink — with 100% of the proceeds going to Heidi’s Kids!

A huge thank you to Irondale Cafe for hosting us, providing the food, and continuing to be such an incredible supporter of Heidi’s Kids.

We can’t wait for a night of good food, good music, and a great cause! 🍅🎶❤️

Tag your friends and make plans to join us!

08/24/2026

08/22/2026

Some celebrations don't need to be big to mean a whole lot. ❤️🌭
Today was one of those.
The Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce was proud to recognize John and Jan Musso for 25 years of ownership of Gus' Hot Dogs — and to celebrate 35 years of Gus' serving Irondale from this very location.
What made the afternoon even sweeter was having John's parents, Vincent and Elizabeth Musso, there to share the moment. You could see just how proud they were — and John and Jan were pretty proud, too. ❤️
For decades, Gus' has been more than a place to grab a hot dog. It's one of those familiar Irondale places where people know one another, generations come back, and community happens over lunch.
John and Jan, thank you for the hard work, perseverance and hospitality you've poured into this Irondale tradition.
35 years of Gus'.
25 years of John & Jan.
Countless lunches, conversations and memories.
Now THAT is something worth celebrating. 🌭❤️

08/12/2026

Something fun is racing into Irondale! 🏁

Our friends at K1 Speed are hosting Influencer Night this Thursday, August 13, from 7–9 PM. Meet some of Alabama’s top content creators, enjoy racing and photo opportunities, and have a chance to win prizes.

📍 K1 Speed Irondale
🎟️ Free food & beverages while supplies last

Check out the details below and come join the fun!

08/12/2026

🚛 THE MAGAZINES ARE ON THE WAY! 🎉
The truck from our printer is officially headed south on I-65 from Indiana, and back at the Greater Irondale Chamber, we’ve cleared the floor and are ready to receive boxes of our beautiful new 2026–2027 Irondale Community Guide!

After months of work, partnership, photographs, stories, businesses, people and all things Irondale—it’s time to crank up the good time and CELEBRATE! 💚

Join us Thursday, August 13, from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM at the AGC Conference Center for the official Irondale Community Guide Launch Celebration.

Come for Lunch. Community. Celebration.
Come hear from Mayor James D. Stewart Jr.
And come be among the first to see the new magazine!

Won’t you be part of it? We hope you will.
👉 Attend in person: https://business.irondalechamber.org/ap/Events/Register/lzF98QNhjC5Cw

Can’t make it? We still want you with us! Tune in to the City of Irondale for the live stream and celebrate from wherever you are.

This magazine belongs to Irondale—and Thursday, we get to unveil it together. 💚📖🎉

07/28/2026

🎉 Join Us for One of the Chamber's Most Meaningful Luncheons of the Year!

What does it take to tell the story of an entire community?
Join us as we celebrate the official launch of the 2026–2027 Irondale Community Guide—a publication that represents months of collaboration between the Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce, the City of Irondale, the Irondale Commercial Development Authority, Alliance Publishing, and our incredible business community.

Hear from the leaders who helped bring this vision to life:
🎤 Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr.
Sharing why this guide is an important investment in Irondale's future.
🎤 Catherine Hogewood
Chair, Irondale Commercial Development Authority
Learn how Irondale is experiencing exciting business growth and how this Community Guide serves as another powerful tool for attracting new businesses and investment.
🎤 Tim Young
Alliance Publishing Group
Go behind the scenes and hear how this guide came together—and why he believes our little community has produced one of the finest publications Alliance has ever created.
🎤 Pastor Mike McClure
President, Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce
Reflecting on the Chamber's role in bringing this collaborative vision from idea to reality.

📅 Thursday, August 13
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 AGC Conference Center
5000 Grantswood Road, Irondale

Every registered guest will receive a complimentary copy of the new Irondale Community Guide.

🍽️ Come for lunch.
🤝 Come for community.
🎉 Come for celebration.
👉 Register today!
https://business.irondalechamber.org/ap/Events/Register/lzF98QNhjC5Cw

07/23/2026

🎉 It's Here!
After months of collaboration, we're excited to celebrate the official launch of the 2026–2027 Irondale Community Guide!
Join us as we unveil the guide, recognize the partnerships that made it possible, and celebrate everything that makes Irondale special.
📅 Thursday, August 13
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 AGC Conference Center
🍽️ Come for lunch.
🤝 Come for community.
🎉 Come for celebration.
👉 Register here:
https://business.irondalechamber.org/ap/Events/Register/lzF98QNhjC5Cw

07/18/2026

It’s I Love Irondale Day—and the Greater Irondale Chamber of Commerce is ready to celebrate! ❤️🎶
Come enjoy the food trucks, vendors, music, dancing and tonight’s spectacular drone show—and be sure to stop by the Chamber tent for some ice-cold “Good Water.” 💧
Because celebrating Irondale is thirsty work!
Come say hello, cool off and raise a bottle to the city we love. ❤️💙