PARTNERSHIP NEWS
The Jefferson St. Farmers Market is in the 200 - 500 blocks on Thursday from 4:30 to 7:30 PM with fresh produce, baked goods, food vendors, crafts, live music, and more. The Jefferson St. Farmers Market is organized by Downtown Partners, Inc. and supported by  Two Rivers Bank & Trust .
Plans for the holiday season are already underway in Downtown Burlington! Area businesses, schools, churches and organizations are encouraged to participate in Downtown Partners' annual Lighted Holiday Parade on November 25. This year's theme is "North Pole Fantasy." Download the parade entry forms here . Cash prizes for the top three entries.
What:  Be a part of this inaugural event, which rallies elected officials, industry leaders, and local entrepreneurs around a single topic: the local economy. What are the economic indicators signaling? How should public policies evolve to drive future growth? This luncheon will be an opportunity to set the tone for economic momentum and ensure the community and its policymakers agree on a coordinated direction. Platinum Sponsor: F&M Bank & Trust. Complimentary tickets for Partnering for the Future investors and $15/ticket for all other guests.
When: September 13, 11:30 AM - 1 PM
Where: Spirit Hollow, G.G. Conn Pavilion, 5592 Clubhouse Dr, Burlington
To RSVP:  Contact Belinda Colwell or 319-208-0042
What:  Leadership Development, The Future of Burlington! The Greater Burlington Young Professionals will host the 2nd Annual YP Leadership Conference. Spend the afternoon with fellow YPs to focus on leadership topics that will help you grow professionally. Keynote address by Randy Winegard, CEO/President, Winegard Company, "Future of Burlington."
$35 YP Members, $45 Non-Members. Register at GreaterBurlington.com.
When: September 21, 2017, 1 - 4 PM; social to follow. 
Where: PZAZZ! Convention & Event Center, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information:  Contact Rachel Lindeen or 319-208-0046
What:  Titan Broadcasting is partnering with the Greater Burlington Partnership to host the first annual Greater Burlington Restaurant Week. Participating restaurants will offer $8 lunch specials and $15 dinner specials throughout the week. An online contest will be held surveying the general public on their experience for six different categories: Best Pork Dish, Best Beef Dish, Most Unique Meal, Best Value, Best Service and Best Tasting Healthy Option. Winning restaurants will receive a radio advertising package valued at $750, a plaque and an emblem for their website or other promotional materials. Diners will be entered into a drawing to win a gift certificate for each participating restaurant with an anticipated value of $625.
When: September 18 - 24 
Where: Participating restaurants
For More Information:  Visit greaterburlingtonrestaurantweek.com or contact Amy Burkhart at 319-752-2701
What:  The Greater Burlington Partnership and Great River Health Systems are joining forces to help employers share and learn about best practices to help employees be healthier and more productive. Supported by Healthy Hometown Powered by Wellmark, this initiative helps make communities better places to live, work and play. Healthy Hometown is a great way to complement or expand your company's wellness initiatives, no matter the size of your workforce, and provides everything you need - from access to evidence-based processes to expert consultation to help work site and community partners strategize on how to Eat Well, Move More and Feel Better. Includes a light breakfast.
When: October 5, 8 - 9:30 AM
Where: Great River Wellness Plaza, Black Hawk Room, 1401 W Agency Rd, West Burlington
To RSVP:  Contact Belinda Colwell or 319-208-0042, or email 
It is that time of the year when we are beginning work on the 2018 Burlington/West Burlington Area Community Guide. Submit your 2018 events via GreaterBurlington.com to be included in this free marketing opportunity! Be sure to provide the event date, time, location, contact information, and a brief description. We will also post this information to the online web calendar. 
What:  The Students of 34Voices are selling t-shirts in hopes to raise funds for a trip to DC. The students would then carry their message of the importance of the 4-lane project for Highway 34 in Illinois. Please show your support by purchasing and wearing a Highway 34 t-shirt!
Where:  Shirts can be viewed and purchased here.
What:  We have been made aware that a spam email is circulating from a company called B2B Group USA who claim to have found companies as a member of the Greater Burlington Business Directory. Please note this company is not associated with the Burlington/West Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce and is not endorsed by us in any way. Feel free to contact Belinda Colwell, or 319-208-0042, with any questions or concerns regarding these emails.
MEMBER NEWS
What:  Picnic for all area veterans and their families. Several organizations will be there with information for veterans. Bring a covered dish to share. Meat, drink and table service provided. Sponsored by Hamilton-Walters Marine Corps League. 
When:  September 16, 12 PM
Where:  40&8 Park, 2712 Mt Pleasant St, Burlington   
For More Information: Call Curt Daughters 319-572-3476 
What:  Recently named the #10 Classical Artist in the world by Billboard magazine, TTT enjoy well-earned success. From Bruno Mars to Puccini, Marcus Collins, John Hagen and JC Fisher treat audiences with breathtaking vocals, humor and a touch of cowboy charm to create an unforgettable show. 
When:  September 16, 7:30 PM
Where:  Burlington Memorial Auditorium, 200 N Front St, Burlington   
For Tickets: Visit burlcivicmusic.com, or the Port of Burlington Welcome Center from 10 AM - 4 PM
What:   Des Moines County Catholics Blood Drive
When:  September 18, 1:30 - 5:15 PM
Where:   St. John's Community Center, 700 Division St,  Burlington 
To Donate: Call Kathy Cahill at 319-759-3096 or Connie Trautner at
319-754-7924

What:  Sign your budding artist up for one of our new art classes. Elementary Drawing with Heidi Schickel starts September 20, 4 - 5:15 PM and runs for 6 weeks - for grades 3 - 6. Art Explorations with Karla Mundt starts September 28 from 4 - 5 PM and runs for 6 weeks - for grades K - 3. Space is limited, see descriptions and sign up online.  
When:  Starting week of September 18
Where:  Art Center of Burlington, 301 Jefferson St, Burlington 
For More Information: Call 319-754-8069 or visit artcenterofburlington.com 
What:  The luncheon officially begins the United Way General Campaign that runs through November 30. Sponsored in our community by Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust, Great Western Bank, MidWestOne Bank, Two Rivers Bank & Trust and U. S. Bank.    
When:  September 20, 12 PM
Where:  PZAZZ! Conference and Event Center, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information/Reservations: Call the United Way Office at
319-752-7831
What:  This library event is limited to 8 players and will moderated by avid community gamer Chris Glasgow. Lord of the Rings is the first in a series of board games hosted at the library, which supports cooperative play and meeting new people. Registration is required.
When:  September 20, 4:30 PM
Where:  Burlington Public Library, 210 Court St, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Sam Helmick, 319-753-1647 or visit burlington.lib.ia.us
What:  It's Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Stop by the Great River Health Systems' kiosk anytime during the month of September for information. Located near center court at Westland Mall.
When:  September 1 - 30 
Where:  Westland Mall, 550 S Gear Ave, West Burlington
For More Information: Call the Mall Office at 319-753-2891 
What:  Enter for a chance to win $20,000 - plus we're giving away $1,000 for 20 days! Enter now at fastcashsweeps.com in celebration of our company's 20th anniversary. Check out our Brand Ambassador and professional race car driver, Danica Patrick, on our Facebook page for even more info.
When:  Enter now, giveaway ends October 1, 2017  
Where:  Advance America, 331 N Roosevelt Ave, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-754-7655 or visit Facebook
What:  Needs assessment survey that takes only 10 minutes to complete. We need at least 250 responses from our community to assess the needs of the low-income and a ll responses are anonymous and will be treated confidentially. A summary of the survey results will be posted on our website at the end of the year. Thank you for participating, your feedback is very valuable to us. Feel free to share this link with co-workers.   
Where: To complete the survey, please click this link.
For More Information: Contact Sheri Wilson or 319-753-0193
What:  Double elimination ping pong tournament.
When:  Every Tuesday, 6 PM sign-up, 7 PM play starts - 8:30 PM  
Where:  Burlington Bent River, 500 Jefferson St, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Mike Anderson, 319-209-2773 or visit burlingtonbentriver.com
MEMBER REMINDERS
What:  Pay to camp on September 8 and 9 in any Des Moines County campground (Big Hollow, 4th Pumping Station or Welter) and get a voucher for $15 to use any time later. Applies only to electric sites. 
Where:  Any Des Moines County Conservation Campground  
For More Information: Visit Facebook
What:  The Nest of Des Moines County Parent Education Program will be hosting a free community Car Seat Check-up by licensed providers. Give yourself peace of mind to know your children are as safe as can be while riding in your vehicle. A free gift will be will distributed to all children present.
When: September 11, 4 - 6 PM
Where:  The Nest of Des Moines County, 214 N 4 St, Ste 3-C, Burlington  
For More Information: Call Karen B. Erickson at 319-753-3150 
What:   First United Church of Christ Blood Drive
When:  September 11, 2:30 - 5:30 PM
Where:  First United Church of Christ, 611 Columbia St, Burlington 
To Donate: Email Donna Fahlgren

What: Two Rivers Financial Group Blood Drive
When: September 12, 10 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: Two Rivers Financial Group, 222 N Main St, Burlington
To Donate: Call Jan Atkins at 319-753-3920

What: Hy-Vee on Angular Street Blood Drive
When: September 13, 11 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: MVRBC Donor Bus, 939 Angular St, Burlington
To Donate: Call Brian Mitchell at 319-752-3657
What:  Explore different cultures through fiction. Copies of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas are available to check out from the Customer Service Desk. About the book: Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds, the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends.
When:  September 12, 10 AM
Where:  Burlington Public Library, 210 Court St, Burlington 
For More Information: Contact Sam Helmick, 319-753-1647 or visit burlington.lib.ia.us
What:  Meet with the Genealogy Club to socialize and discuss your current projects.
When:  September 13, 6 PM
Where:  Burlington Public Library, 210 Court St, Burlington 
For More Information: Contact Mallorie Graham, 319-753-1647 or visit burlington.lib.ia.us
What:  Choose an entrĂ©e of either creamed chicken on biscuits or a beefrite, along with two sides including green beans, mashed potatoes, fruit or coleslaw. Finish off your meal with a slice of pie or other homemade dessert and tea, coffee or lemonade - all for just $6. And if time is of the essence, call in your order for carry-out, or else enjoy it in our air-conditioned Social Hall. 
When:  September 14, 11 AM - 1 PM
Where:  First United Church of Christ, 611 Columbia St, Burlington
For More Information: Call JudyAnn Morse at 319-759-8973 
What: Great River Hospice staff will help participants complete advance directives at an informational series called Life Is Your Art; Create Peace in Your Masterpiece. This is a free informational series. The final session will cover the topic of organ donation.
When:  September 14, 6 - 7 PM
Where:  Art Center of Burlington, 301 Jefferson St, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-768-3350 or visit greatriverhospice.org
What:  Newbury Village apartments September promotion. No application fee and $250 off of your first month's rent for qualified applicants who can move in the month of September and sign a one year's lease. We are also offering another special on our 3 bedroom units - for qualified applicants who can move in the month of September, the monthly rate will be $750 (utilities not included). If you would like to schedule a time to stop in the office to pick up an application, please feel free to give us a call. 
When:  Through September 30 
Where:  Newbury Village, 2645 Newbury Circle, Burlington 
For More Information: Call 319-753-2626  
What:  The Skiowans Ski Club invite all interested in skiing to join us on our trips this year as follows: December 1 - 3 at Sundown Mountain, Dubuque; January 14 - 21 at Keystone Resort, Colorado; January 
27 - February 3 at Schweitzer Mountain Resort, Idaho; February 16 - 19 at Cascade Mountain, Wisconsin.
For More Information: Email 
What:  The clinic, formerly Hometown Medical Care, will become Great River Physicians and Clinics, West Point. 
When:  October 1. Hours of operation will be Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM
Where:  706 Ave C, Ste A, West Point
For More Information: Contact Gina Anderson, 319-768-3303 or visit greatrivermedical.org

LONG TIME
MEMBER
SPOTLIGHT

NEW MEMBERS




Asbury United Methodist Church

Jeff's West Avenue Automotive


Grainger Specialties, LLC


Patricia Jaeger

Scott Diehl


Grier's Diner

Toyer Strategic Consulting, LLC


Midwest Wood Goods

Jeff George Plumbing

UPCOMING EVENTS

RIBBON CUTTINGS

U.S. Bank
September 14
4 PM

Farmers & Merchants Bank &  Trust
Notre Dame ATM
September 15
11 AM - 1 PM

A-1 Appliance Repair, Inc.
September 20
11 AM

Comfort Suites Hotel and Conference Center
September 28
4:30 PM

Burlington Area YMCA
October 3
11:30 AM

STATE OF THE ECONOMY ADDRESS
Spirit Hollow
September 13
11:30 AM

BUSINESS AFTER HOUR S
U.S. Bank, N.A.
September 14
5 - 7 PM

Comfort Suites Hotel and Conference Center
September 28
5 - 7 PM

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS CONFERENCE
PZAZZ! Conference and Event Center
September 21
1 - 4 PM

FIREBALL RUN
September 26, 3 - 6 PM
September 27, 7 - 9 AM

SIP, TASTE AND STROLL
September 29
5 - 8 PM

MANUFACTURER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON
PZAZZ! Conference and Event Center
October 6
11 AM

JEFFERSON ST FARMERS MARKET
Downtown Burlington
Thursdays
4:30 - 7:30 PM

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