Downtown Coffee & Conversation
All downtown property and business owners, employees, and residents are invited to DPI's Coffee and Conversation on Wednesday, June 28 at 8 AM. Organized by the DPI Business Development Committee, the casual get together is designed to engage our stakeholders, foster communication, and strengthen the downtown community. We'll be meeting at The Uptown Ivy, 514 Jefferson, and hear about plans for the upcoming flood wall construction.
|
Young Professionals: July 505 Social
On July 13, enjoy a summer evening on the Patio at The Drake! Stop by for a fun evening of networking and socializing with other YP members. Contact Rachel Lindeen for more information.
|
Catch an Outdoor Movie Downtown!
Downtown Partners begins the 5 & V Outdoor Cinema season with
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows on Saturday, June 24 at the corner of 5th and Valley. The movie, sponsored by Elks Lodge #84, starts at dusk, but be sure to arrive early for games and prizes. Popcorn, snacks, and drinks will be available. Bring a lawn chair and join us in downtown Burlington for a night out!
|
Jefferson St. Farmers Market
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
.
|
Young Professionals: Lunch & Learn
Great River Health Systems President and CEO Mark Richardson will be providing an update on health care in Des Moines County in the Blackhawk Room of Great River Medical Center on July 26. Contact Rachel Lindeen for more information.
|
|
Bees Homestand this Weekend
What:
The Bees are in town starting tonight. Come on out for fireworks on Saturday following the game. On Sunday, all little league teams in uniform get in free for Little League Recognition!
When: June 23, 6:30 PM; June 24, 6:30 PM; June 25, 2 PM
Where:
2712 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Kim Parker or 319-754-5705
|
|
Friday Night Art Hop for Kids
What:
We've got a fun, artsy class planned for Grades K - 5. Find inspiration from Eric Carle's "The Very Lonely Firefly" with an art project, snack, and a story! Give us a call to save your kiddo's spot.
When: June 23, 6 - 7:30 PM
Where:
Art Center of Burlington, 301 Jefferson St, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-754-8069 or click here
|
|
Skunk-Eyed Lizzy
What:
Come on out for free live music with Skunk-Eyed Lizzy, a fun bluegrass and Americana band at the Gallery Lounge. Enjoy a glass of wine, charcuteries, and don't miss our June gallery show featuring Margaret Ertz and BJ Grimmer!
When: June 23, 5 - 8 PM
Where:
Art Center of Burlington, 301 Jefferson St, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-754-8069 or click here
|
|
Open Range Day
What:
We are opening up the Big Hollow shooting ranges to the public. The cost is $10 per person for the afternoon, and members are still free with your active membership. Staff will be on hand to instruct shooters.
When: June 24, 1 - 5 PM
Where:
Big Hollow Recreation Area, 18853 152nd Ave, Sperry
For More Information: Click here
|
|
Fourth Burlington Municipal Band Concert
What:
The Burlington Municipal Band's fourth summer concert will feature longtime band member Mike Lachnitt as conductor. The family-friendly concert will feature marches, movie music, and jazz standards, as well as a solo by bass clarinetist Diane Bekel.
When: June 25, 7:30 PM
Where:
The Crapo Park Band Shell, 2600 S Madison Ave, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Jim Priebe or 319-752-7305
|
|
Mini Health Fair
What:
Join us for information and a fun couple of hours with HyVee dietitian Melissa Boncher. There will be free body composition tests and blood pressure checks. We will also have fitness and healthy lifestyle information.
When: June 26, 10 AM - 12 PM
Where:
Burlington Area YMCA, 2410 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-753-6734
|
|
Hope Haven Celebrates 60 Years!
What:
The public is invited to enjoy dancing, wagon rides, refreshments, and live music by Jefferson Connection. No admission costs thanks to sponsorship by Jerry and Helen Smith.
When: June 29, 12:30 - 2:30 PM
Where:
Port of Burlington, 400 Front St, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Julie Anderson or 319-237-1322
|
|
Burlington in Bloom: Customer Appreciation Days
What:
25% off of summer decor, silk wreaths, silk arrangements, and silk garlands.
When: July 5 - 7, 8 AM - 5 PM; July 8, 8 AM - 3 PM
Where:
Burlington in Bloom, 3214 Division St, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-754-1616
|
|
Cornhole Tournament
What:
Universal Fitness is hosting our annual Beer 'n' Bags Cornhole Tournament. Registration is only $40 per team. Cash prizes will be awarded, and free entertainment will be provided for the kids, including a bounce house and face painting. All proceeds go to support our local childhood obesity program. Register here.
When: July 15, 11 AM - 4 PM
Where:
Universal Fitness, 2750 Mount Pleasant St, Ste 104, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Michelle Kirkham or 319-752-7727
|
|
Fire, Water, Storm, and Mold Removal
What:
Let the team at L.J. Roth Restoration service help you, whether you are residential, commercial, or industrial. We offer large-scale drying services, gym floor drying, structure content cleaning, content pack-out and storage, emergency board-up, HVAC duct cleaning, structural engineering, odor removal, and so much more!
When: Our 24/7 response team serves Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri
Where:
112 S Main St, Olds
For More Information: Call 319-254-2118
|
|
Fireworks Now Open at Westland Mall!
What:
Buy Local - Help Non-Profits - Celebrate Freedom. Sales of fireworks, novelties, sparklers and other celebratory items.
When: June 15 - July 8, 10 AM - 9 PM
Where:
Westland Mall, 550 S. Gear Ave, West Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-753-2891
|
|
Kids Fitness Summer Camp
What:
Universal Fitness is hosting their annual Kids Camp. For only $60 per child, have the kids join us to learn about fitness, get active and of course, have fun! Offering two age groups 7 - 10 and 11 - 13.
When: Every Tuesday and Thursday June 20 - July 27, 1 PM - 3 PM
Where:
Universal Fitness, 2750 Mount Pleasant St, Ste 104, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Michelle Kirkham or 319-752-7727
|
|
Revisiting A Sand County Almanac: A Turkish Perspective with Dr. Ufuk Özdag
What:
Please join us for a special program on Aldo Leopold's International renown by Turkish Scholar Dr. Ufuk Özdag of Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey, currently a visiting professor in the Environmental Studies Program, Vassar College. She translated Leopold's "A Sand County Almanac" into Turkish in 2013 and is the Founder and Director of the new Land Ethic Research Center in Ankara. Dr. Özdag's primary research interests include American environmental literature and comparative studies between literature and the visual arts. She has written several books, including Literature and the Land Ethic: Leopoldian thought in American Nature Writing. This event is sponsored by The Leopold Landscape Alliance and Friends of the Burlington Public Library. Light refreshments will be served following the program.
When: June 26, 6 - 8 PM
Where:
Burlington Public Library
For More Information: Contact Sam Helmick or 319-753-1647
|
|
Red Hot Mamas: Palliative Care
What:
Participants will learn how people can benefit from palliative care. Jane Schuler, ARNP, nurse practitioner for Great River Palliative Care, and other members of the palliative care team will discuss what gives life meaning, how to improve quality of life and how to document wishes.
A light supper and door prizes will be available. Register here.
When: June 29, 5:30 PM
Where:
Blackhawk Room of Great River Wellness Plaza, 1401 W Agency Rd, West Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-768-3491
|
|
SEIA Regional Airport Looking for TSA Agents
What:
No experience required, and part-time pay rate starting at $15.37 per hour. TSA offers an attractive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; thrift savings plan [similar to a 401(k)]; flexible spending account; employee assistance program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
Apply Online |
|
|
UPCOMING EVENTS
YP 505 SOCIAL
July 13
5:05 - 7 PM
VERY VINTAGE MARKET
July 15
YP LUNCH & LEARN
July 26
12 - 1 PM
JEFFERSON ST. FARMERS MARKET
Thursdays
4:30 - 7:30 PM
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
For all events going on at the Greater Burlington Partnership, click
here.
|
QUICK LINKS
Friday Facts submissions are accepted until noon on Thursday each week. All Chamber of Commerce members are eligible to submit.
Do you know someone who would like to subscribe to Friday Facts? and have them click below!
|
|
ORDER YOUR 2017
COMMUNITY GUIDE
|
|
