What:  The Partnership has a job opportunity in Communication, Marketing and Public Relations. We are seeking a dynamic and creative personality with experience in copywriting and familiarity with new media. Must be willing to bring new ideas to the team, feed off the energy of others, and rally multiple groups of people around a cause or a brand.

Requirements:  Four-year related degree preferred but a portfolio demonstrating your ability to create and share a compelling message is even more important.

To Apply:   Send your resume, examples of your work and a link to a short video expressing your interest to Kay Sackville Breuer at  [email protected] .

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 opportunity 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. 

When: Accepting through January 19

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:  Warm up tonight by attending a summer party put on by Bent River and The Washington. Bent River will be tapping De Soto Mexican Lager and The Washington will heat up the night with the bluegrass band Flash in a Pan later in the evening. Buy a $15 MEGAticket at Bent River or The Washington and get a beer and a burger at Bent River, and admission into the show at The Washington. Cash prizes at The Washington for best summer outfit and surprises along the way. 

When:  January 5, 3 PM De Soto Mexican Lager tapping

Where: Burlington Bent River, 500 Jefferson St, Burlington

What:  Join us for family and friends savings! An extra 10% off almost everything in the store. Some exclusions apply.

When:   January 7 & 8

Where:  Sears Hometown Store, 2750 Mt Pleasant St, West Burlington

What: Find great savings and the best deals during our Sidewalk Sales. Experience real shopping!

When:   January 12 - 15 

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

What:  Ashley Furniture Homestore will open for business on January 13! Stop by and check out the newest furniture home store in the Burlington area at our convenient location. We carry a variety of signature home furniture, décor accessories, mattresses and bedding. Start the new year in style with Ashley Furniture Homestore.

When:   Beginning January 13; store hours are 10 AM - 8 PM Monday - Saturday, 11 AM - 6 PM Sunday 

Where: Ashley Furniture Homestore,  3175 Agency St, Burlington

What:  Flint Hills Nazarene Church Blood Drive

When:  January 15, 2:30 - 5:30 PM

Where:  Flint Hills Nazarene Church,  2007 Agency Rd, Burlington

What:  This course is designed to enable you to meet the state requirements for coaching, ethics, care, and prevention of athletic injuries, anatomy, and growth and development. Upon completion, students qualify to make an application to the IA Board of Education Examiners for Coaching Authorization.  

When:  Online course begins January 22; required Taping Clinic and CPR/AED Class is March 10

Where:  SCC Center for Business, 610 N 4 St, Burlington

What:  Leader, manager, supervisory, team leader - no matter what your official title, you're expected to get the job done through others. This course provides new and experienced supervisors with the tools and skills for building personal confidence in their leadership roles. This program is designed for anyone who manages people in manufacturing, retail, or service industries.   

When:  Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 23 - March 1, 1 - 4 PM 

Where:  SCC Center for Business, 610 N 4 St, Burlington

What:  Kitchens Plus is pleased to announce our newest cabinet line, Waypoint. To help us ring in the new year with a new line, Waypoint is offering the following specials:10% off cabinets; no minimum purchase required. 12+ cabinet orders also get a free corner base or sink base cabinet, and 12+ cabinet orders also get free all plywood construction. That's three outstanding offers! 

When:  Through January 29 

Where:  Kitchens Plus Inc, 3615 Flint Ridge Dr, Burlington

What: This certificate will take you through a series of classes that will not only take your business to the next level, but help you build skills to navigate social media to gain a competitive edge. You will understand the functions of the different platforms and how to use them together. Learn new skills to achieve recognition for your business and to generate free leads. 

When:  Tuesday evenings, January 30 - May 15, 6 PM

Where:  SCC Center for Business, 610 N 4 St, Burlington

What: Gym bag sales at noon - everything you can fit in a bag for $1! Drop off donations on  March 1 and 2 between 8 AM - 4 PM. Want to volunteer to help? Call Kerry Hopper at 

319-752-3776 x 332.

When:   Drop off items March 1 & 2, 8 AM - 4 PM; sale is March 3, 9 AM - 2 PM

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

What: For nurses, dietitians, school nurses, food service personnel, wellness coordinators, and anyone who works with people needing help finding a healthier lifestyle. Dr. Ann Kulze is returning as the featured speaker! There will also be breakout sessions. $75 per person.

When:   April 4

Where: Comfort Suites Hotel and Conference Center, 1780 Stonegate Center Dr, Burlington

What: January sale - all flooring and trim 75% off! Check out our 4 floors of historic house and building materials -12,000 sq ft to explore. 

When:   Open Saturdays, 9 AM - 1 PM

Where: Preservation Station, 213 Valley St, Burlington

What:  2,000 sq ft of street level prime space available now. Hardwood floors and thirty feet plus of window display area. Basement storage included.  

Where: 404 Jefferson St, Burlington

What: Learn how you can leave a family legacy in 2018 with the Community Foundation of Des Moines County. 

What: First floor offices are available in the Historic Apple Trees in Perkins Park. Lease is $100 per office including utilities and use of the large meeting room. 

Where: 1616 Dill St, Burlington

What: Now offering physical therapy programs specially designed for those suffering with scoliosis. Want more information? Call to schedule a free screen today. 

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

What:  Patients will make co-payments for Emergency Department treatment at Great River Medical Center beginning February 1. The practice has been standard at other hospitals throughout the U.S. for more than five years.  

Where: Great River Medical Center, 1221 S Gear Ave, West 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 complement 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:  Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree preferred in public relations, human services, or related field, minimum of 2 years experience in fundraising preferred, customer service or sales, knowledge or experience with persons with disabilities helpful, must have good communication skills and public relation(s) skills, ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments concurrently, proficiency with computers, computer software (MS Office applications), and database programs, ability to gain and maintain credibility while building relationships and trust with multiple constituencies, ability to communicate orally and in writing, ability to speak, write and read English. Familiar with Burlington, IA area. 

To Apply:  Stop by 828 N 7 St, Burlington or visit hopehavencorp.com 

What:  Milestones Area Agency on Aging has a full time opening in the Burlington office for an Options Counselor. The Options Counselor will provide person-centered counseling to discuss options for services and support to the aging and disability populations and their families. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in human services field with two years relevant work experience; must have excellent telephone and interviewing skills along with computer experience in MS Office. $35,000 - $55,000 depending on experience. Full benefits of health, vision and dental insurance options, mileage reimbursement and IPERS retirement savings plan. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license is required. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. See full job description at Options Counselor.

To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter by January 26 to Jeri Swisher, Human Resources Director, 935 E.53 St, Davenport, Iowa 52807, or by email.

Where: Milestones Area Agency on Aging, 509 Jefferson St, 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