What:  Greater Burlington Worksite Well-Being Collaborative would like to learn more about what your worksite does for employee wellness. Are there ways to improve employee health that you would be interested in? Please complete this short, voluntary survey  (use the login area to access the survey. Select the worksite option once logged in.) 

What:  The Annual Dinner of the Greater Burlington Partnership is a great time to showcase your business to over 500 people by donating to the Silent Auction. Businesses that donate to the Silent Auction are recognized in the program and from the podium for their donations. Businesses can donate a basket, products or gift certificates, or a monetary donation for a basket. 

What:  The Southeast Iowa STEMFest is seeking businesses interested in participating in the festival. This is a free science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) festival for students and families in Des Moines, Henry, Lee, and Louisa counties. The goal of the Southeast Iowa STEMFest is to nurture interests of children and families in the exciting fields of STEM. Organized like a street festival or county fair, visitors stroll from activity to activity to see compelling, educational and entertaining activities to boost their interest in STEM. A key component to our festival is fun and interactive hands-on activities for K-12 students. Your festival activity will provide an excellent opportunity to educate the public face-to-face about the wonders of STEM and to showcase your business/organization. To register to have an exhibit at the event, please visit https://se.iowastem.org/southeast-ia-stem-festival. 

When:  February 10, 10 AM - 1 PM

Where:  Southeastern Community College, West Burlington Campus, 1500 W Agency Rd, West Burlington

What:  New this year! Promote your business in the premier display case at the newly remodeled Port of Burlington Welcome Center. This sponsorship costs only $200, and your display will be viewed by an average of 1,000 visitors and residents each month. Over the course of the year, visitors come from all 50 states and many different countries.

Where: Port of Burlington Welcome Center, 400 N Front St, Burlington

For More Information: Contact Cindy Henry or 319-208-0052

What: New Year's Eve Bash with lots of fun and prizes!

When:   December 31, skate 7 PM - 1 AM  

Where:  Kenny's Roller Ranch, 8989 Koestner Ave, Burlington 

What: Des Moines County Catholics Blood Drive

When:  January 8, 1:30 - 5:30 PM

Where:  SS Mary and Patrick's Parish Center, 520 W Mt Pleasant St, Burlington

What: On a cold winter day, warm up with a lunch of either chicken and noodles or chili, then compliment your entrée by choosing two of the following: peanut butter sandwich, mashed potatoes, tropical fruit or tossed salad. Complete this meal for just $6 with a dessert and beverage. Call 754-4807 to order a carry-out meal, or enjoy your meal in our Social Hall. 

When:   January 11, 11 AM - 1 PM

Where:  First United Church of Christ, 611 Columbia St, Burlington

What: Come test your knowledge on a variety of topics; we'll have 6 rounds with 10 questions each. First prize: $25 gift cards from Footnotes Shop, second prize is a memorial book plate with the Best Team Name, and Best Team Decoration get prizes too! Sign up individually for $15 or on a team of up to 8 people for $100. We'll group solo registrants with others the night of the event. Register here. Proceeds from Trivia Night will be used for library programs and collections. Participants may bring wine, drinks, snacks and decorations for their table.

When:   January 12, 5:30 PM doors open; 6 PM trivia

Where:  Burlington Public Library, 210 Court St, Burlington

What:  Great River Health System and Fort Madison Community Hospital have entered into an agreement to evaluate a merger of the two health care facilities. The due diligence phase, which helps determine viability of a merger, is expected to last three to six months.

Where:  Great River Medical Center, 1221 S Gear Ave, West Burlington

What: M idwest Wood Goods has hand turned, bolt action pens made from deer antler, wood, or acrylic, wooden bowls, and many other solid wood items, including custom solid wood furniture. All made in the U.S.A.; local owners and locally crafted. Buy one and get 10% off, buy 3 or more get 20% off. 

When:   Special runs through December 30

Where:  Westland Mall, 550 S Gear Ave, West Burlington 

What:  The end of the year is always the peak time for charitable giving. A gift to the Notre Dame Foundation means that Catholic education in the Burlington area remains strong and vibrant. Your gift is tax deductible and may be designated to any of the following areas: Capital Improvements, Faculty Support, or Tuition Assistance. Remember a loved one with a memorial gift, or contribute to an existing memorial. To make your gift online, visit burlingtonnotredame.com, scroll down to "Make A Difference" and click Donate Now. Thank you for your generous support of Catholic Education.

When:  Now through December 31

Where:  Burlington Notre Dame Catholic School, 702 S Roosevelt Ave, Burlington

What: It's almost 2018, and at Universal Fitness we are determined to help make it your best year yet. Now offering our lowest pricing of the year - $30 gym memberships and $20 for seniors (65+). Don't forget all educators, police, fire, nursing and military receive $20 memberships year round!

When:  Now until December 31

Where:  Universal Fitness, 2750 Mt Pleasant St, Ste 104, Burlington 

What:  Enter for your chance to win a toy fire truck pedal tractor. Entry forms located near center court at Westland Mall.

When:  Now until December 31

Where:  Westland Mall, 550 S Gear Ave, West Burlington 

What:  Be prepared for an enchanted evening with the presentation of the renowned and complex ballet Swan Lake. Be it the grace and the beauty of 40 swans or the fiery episodes of the last season's Don Quixote, the dancers' artistry of movement and acting ability results from their classical training in the Bolshoi technique. 

When:  January 5, 7:30 PM

Where:  Burlington Memorial Auditorium, 200 N Front St, Burlington

What:  Straight out of Iowa, comedian Scott Long brings a hilarious show that totally reflects his Iowa upbringing. Seen on NBC, FOX-TV, and the Bob and Tom Show, Scott has performed in 46 states, hitting the stage at all the top comedy clubs in America. A proud graduate of University of Iowa, this Hawkeye brings an inspirational standup show that connects with audiences of all ages. A table for eight can be purchased for $500. Individual tickets are $65.  

When:  January 19, 6:30 PM social hour with live a uction and raffle baskets; 7:30 PM dinner; 8:30 PM show

Where:  Catfish Bend Event Center, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington

What:  Westland Mall is now accepting vendors for the 2018 Big Toy and Outdoor Recreation Show. Boats, ATVs, motorcycles, hunting, fishing - you name it. Don't be left out of this huge event. 

When:  Show is February 10 - 11 

Where:  Westland Mall, 550 S Gear Ave, West Burlington 

What:  From commercial and industrial to residential and fire or water restorations, our technicians are trained, certified and experienced in properly cleaning, sealing and treating HVAC ductwork. Heating and cooling systems can become contaminated with particles of dust, pollen, animal dander or other debris. Mold growth within the duct-work is also possible if moisture is present. A dirty ventilation system will circulate dust, odors and contaminants throughout your home or business.     

Where:  L.J. Roth Restoration Service, 112 S Main St, Olds

What:  IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union will donate $2,000 to United Way of Central Iowa this holiday season. "United Way's mission is very similar to ours - we both want to improve lives, create financial stability and make a positive impact in the communities we serve," says Brian Laufenberg, IHMVCU President & CEO. "Giving back to our communities is a responsibility we take pride in." IHMVCU is 120,000 members strong and has $1.2B in assets, making us the largest credit union in the Quad Cities region, and the fifth-largest credit union in Illinois. Our growth is a direct result of the trust our members place in us and the advantages we provide to them.  

Where:  IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union, 403 S Gear Ave, Ste 101, West Burlington

What: To protect patients, Great River Medical Center is limiting visitors until flu season ends. People can infect others with the flu about 24 hours before they have symptoms. Those who have been exposed to someone with the flu or who have flu symptoms should not visit patients.

Where:  Great River Medical Center, 1221 S Gear Ave, West Burlington

What:  QPS is now hiring shipping, sanitation, production, inspectors/packers, machine operator, molders, decasers and boxer workers.

When:  Immediate openings  

Where:  QPS Employment Group, 214 Jefferson St, Burlington

What:  Universal Therapy Group is now hiring a physical therapy assistant (PTA) and a massage therapist. Apply online at universaltherapygroup.com. 

When:  Immediate openings  

Where:  Universal Therapy Group, 2750 Mt Pleasant St, Ste 104, Burlington