What:   The Partnership is excited to present the Community Awards each year!  They include Community Impact, Project of the Year, Best Renovation to a Facility, Young Professional of the Year, and Business Person of the Year. Now is the time to nominate your business, a program or even yourself for all of the wonderful things they do. We encourage you to self-nominate - you know the details best!  

When:  Deadline to submit nominations is November 30

Where:  Apply  online  

For More Information:  Contact  Kay Sackville Breuer   or 319-208-0041

What:  Business After Hours is an opportunity to showcase your business to over 150 business leaders in the community. 

When: 2018 available dates: February 15 and March 15

For More Information: Contact  Rachel Lindeen or 319-208-0046

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: Stop down and get your t-shirt commemorating the historic Fireball Run event! The show will air in 2018, and you will want this shirt to show your participation! Red or blue, 

$10 for small - XL.

When: Welcome Center hours are 10 AM - 4 PM daily

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

For More Information: Call the Welcome Center at 319-752-8731 

What:  20% off Christmas ornaments, décor, wreaths, garlands, and arrangements. Refreshments and door prizes. 50% off fall. 

When:  November 10, 8 AM - 6 PM; November 11, 8 AM - 3 PM; November 12, 12 - 4 PM  

Where:  Burlington in Bloom, 3214 Division St, Burlington

For More Information:  Call 319-754-1616 

What:  Join Bike Burlington for their annual bike ride collecting food and toiletries and raising money for the St. Vincent DePaul and Kayla's Cupboard food pantries! Ride starts and ends at Mazzio's. Cyclists will be given a list of suggested items to be purchased at local area stores. Afterwards, riders are invited to stay for lunch and fun door prizes on behalf of Bike Burlington. There is no pre-determined route, however many riders travel together from store to store. A helmet is required for participation; bike lights are strongly encouraged.  

When:  November 11, 10 AM 

Where:  Mazzio's Italian Eatery, 616 S Roosevelt Ave, Burlington

For More Information:  Visit bickelsinc.com/about/cranksgiving-pg244.htm

What:   This concert is for the whole family, lively, fun, educational, and just the right length! Please note change of venue: Edward Stone Middle School. 

When: November 11, 4:30 PM 

Where:  Edward Stone Middle School, 3000 Mason Rd, Burlington 

What:   Black Friday savings start now! Up to 40% off appliances, 20% off lawn and garden, 50% off almost all tools. Save on all snowblowers, shop our clearance items, lease it, own it, no credit required! 5% off over $499 with Sears card. 

When: November 10 - November 18  

Where:  Sears Hometown, 2750 Mt Pleasant St, Burlington 

What:   Great River Health Systems Blood Drive

When: November 21, 7 AM - 3:30 PM

Where:  Great River Health Systems, 1225 S Gear Ave, West Burlington

What:   Great River Health Systems will hold a public groundbreaking ceremony for Great River Health Systems' new clinic in Keokuk. The clinic is expected to open in late 2018.

When: November 21

Where:  3200 block of Main St, Keokuk

What:   DJ T. Hack, 21 and over event. No cover charge.

When: November 22, 10 PM 

Where:  The Boogaloo Cafe, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington 

What:   Our famous all you can eat holiday buffet full of roasted turkey, mango pineapple pork loin, peach glazed ham,traditional sage stuffing, breakfast items - sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, assorted muffins and rolls, assorted potatoes, vegetables and salads, a special table for the kids and Rhonda's Tempting Dessert Display! Call for reservations. 

When: November 23, seating every half hour from 10:30 AM - 1 PM 

Where:  Peaches Cafe and Steakhouse, 1780 Stonegate Center Dr, Burlington  

What:   Library door busters are back! Don't miss the deals on children's books, maps, genealogy resources, vintage magazines, baseball cards, movie cars, softcover romances, holiday books. 

When: November 24, 8 AM - 4  PM  

Where:  Burlington Public Library, 210 Court St, Burlington  

What:   Save up to $750 on all pet friendly, kid friendly Innovia Carpets. Most spills can be cleaned up with just water and a paper towel! Hurry in while there is still time to save before the holidays.

When: Now until November 26, 2017   

Where:  Rheinschmidt's Flooring America, 1201 N Roosevelt Ave, Burlington  

What:   Having trouble getting the scale to move? Universal Fitness is gearing up for another 10-Week Nutrition Program. For only $15/week, you can get one-on-one personal counseling and direction from our Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Weekly weigh-ins and meetings, one-on-one coaching and group support will have you meeting those fitness goals in no time.

When: November 27, 2017 - January 29, 2018

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

What:   Parents, why wait until after the New Year to start eating healthier with your family? Join us for free nutrition classes! We can help you save time and money at the grocery store, help picky eaters try new foods, learn how to make easy, low-cost meals and show you ways to become more physically active! You will go home with "lesson enhancements" each week, such as a cutting board, measuring cups, etc. Classes start November 29 at 

3 PM and take place every Wednesday through January 24. Snacks will be provided with each lesson - children welcome! 

When: November 29, 3 - 4:30 PM  

Where:  Zion Church, 412 N 5 St, Burlington  

What:  The Burlington wall calendars for 2018 are in at the Iowa Store at the Port of Burlington - 13 beautiful photos by Ed Minard of our city's landmarks and scenery. Great for your office wall or as gifts to family, friends or clients. 

When:  9 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Saturday, Sundays 9 AM - 4 PM  

Where:  The Iowa Store, 400 Front St, Burlington  

What:  Join us at Bent River for trivia night with host Brian Fleming. Pick a group of your most brilliant friends for a fun night of questions and answers. Special prize for the winning team! 

When:  Every Thursday, 7:15 PM   

Where:  Burlington Bent River, 500 Jefferson St, Burlington  

What:  The Burlington Capitol Theater recently reached an agreement with the Art Center of Burlington to allow their executive director, Tammy McCoy, to assume the theater's executive directorship role while remaining in her position with the  Art Center. With continued support from former theater director Jerry Johnson, Tammy will work to help the theater thrive and expand its programming.  

Where:  Burlington Capitol Theater, 211 N 3 St, Burlington

What:  Craig Borchard was hired as the agency's Marketing Manager in July 2017. He will keep his title and its responsibilities with his Creative Director role. Media Development is the area's oldest and only full-service marketing firm. The agency has garnered three Emmy nominations and more than 15 Telly Awards in its 35-year history.

Where:  Media Development, 3710 East Lake Centre, Ste 9, Quincy, IL

What:  Catfish Bend is honoring our veterans with free breakfast at The Edgewater Grill. Sign the Military Salute Board, receive a free flag lapel pin - and all Players Club members get $10 casino free play. For all past or present military personnel. See Player Services for details. 

When:  November 11, free breakfast 6 - 10 AM; military $10 free play 1 - 2 PM 

Where:  Catfish Bend Casino, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington

For More Information:  Contact Carole Halicki or 319-237-1237 

What:  Live performance by David Kroll at The Boogaloo's Boogie Nights. No cover, 21 and over.

When:  November 11, 10 PM 

Where:  The Boogaloo Cafe, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington

For More Information:  Email Megan Bell 

What:   Southeastern Community College Blood Drive, sponsored by the EMS Club

When: November 13, 9 AM - 12 PM

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

What:  Sheet sets in sizes from extra-long twin to California king, Sherpa throws and blankets, ultra-plush blankets, quilt and comforter sets and bamboo memory-foam pillows in two sizes.

When:  November 16, 8 AM - 6 PM; November 17, 7 AM - 3 PM

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

For More Information:  Call Great River Health Systems Volunteer Services at 

319-768-3340

What:  $25 per ticket for a soup supper that includes soup, bread, coffee and dessert. Every ticket holder will get a soup bowl donated by The Loft, Loving Opportunity Fair Trade Market. The room, soup, bread and coffee will be furnished by The Drake, and desserts will be provided by the Ivy Bake Shop.

When:  November 16, 5 - 7 PM

Where:  The Drake, 106 Washington St, Burlington

For More Information/Tickets:  Call Char Blodgett at 319-572-8078 or visit the Homeless Shelter at 123 N Marshall, Burlington. Tickets can also be purchased from any board member.

What:  Meet authors, browse book booths and attend free writing workshops. This celebration honors native son and famed literary agent Sterling Lord. Over twenty authors will be available to share their work, writing tips, and experience with attendees.

When:  November 17, 10 AM - 4 PM 

Where:  Burlington Public Library, 210 Court St, Burlington

For More Information:  Contact Rhonda Frevert, 319-753-1647 or visit burlington.lib.ia.us

What:  National Novel Writing Month "Write In".

When:  November 18, 9 AM - 4 PM 

Where:  Burlington Public Library, 210 Court St, Burlington

For More Information:  Contact Rhonda Frevert, 319-753-1647 or visit burlington.lib.ia.us

What:  Reservations now being accepted for Thanksgiving Brunch.

When:  November 23, seatings 10 AM - 1:30 PM

Where:  The PZAZZ Convention and Event Center, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington

For More Information:  Contact Carole Halicki or 319-237-1237 

What:  Fareway and Catfish Bend have joined for the Great Grocery Giveaway. Participants must earn entries Sunday - Thursday for Saturday drawing. Five winners each will win a $500 Fareway Food card. See Player Services for details. 

When:  Drawing every Saturday in November, 7 PM; entries earned Sunday - Thursdays in November.

Where:  Catfish Bend Casino, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington 

For More Information:  Contact Carole Halicki or 319-237-1237 

What:  Sliced roast turkey with dressing and cranberry sauce panini at the Club Car Lounge, just $6.95. 

When:  Every day starting at 11 AM in November 

Where:  Club Car Deli at Catfish Bend Casino, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington 

For More Information:  Contact Carole Halicki or 319-237-1237 

What:  Every month you can enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card to one of your favorite retailers. Come in and find out who the featured business is for the month of November!

When:  Month of November  

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

For More Information:  Call the Mall Office 319-753-2891 

What:  Art Center of Burlington is teaming up with local businesses on Jefferson Street so that you can create holiday memories to last. Spend a few hours downtown making small crafts, painting pottery, creating a family photo, listening to Christmas stories, and ending with The Muppets Christmas Carol at Capitol Theater. $10 per child. Sign up early, limited space - and this will fill fast! Must pay at the time of registration. 

When:  December 2, 9 AM - 12 PM or 1 - 4 PM; December 9, 9 AM - 12 PM or 1 - 4PM. Early registration for Art Center Members only begins November 1 at 10 AM. Call or walk in only. Public registration is November 8 beginning at 10 AM.

Where:  Downtown Burlington/301 Jefferson St, Burlington

For More Information/to Register:  Call 319-754-8069, visit artcenterofburlington.com, or stop by 301 Jefferson St, Burlington

What:  More options for holiday weekend flights to Chicago! Beginning December 2 there will be two daily weekend flights to O'Hare airport. Departure times to O'Hare are 9:30 AM and 2 PM. Return flights departing O'Hare to Burlington are 12:30 PM and 4:30 PM. Book your tickets today at airchoiceone.com.

When:  Beginning December 2

Where:  Southeast Iowa Regional Airport, 2515 Summer St, Burlington

For More Information:  Call 319-752-8383 or 866-435-9847

What:  All you can eat chicken and waffles at Peaches! Fried chicken, BBQ chicken, buffalo chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salads, waffles, biscuits, and more. Only $9.99! 

When:  Every Wednesday, 5 - 9 PM

Where:  Peaches Cafe and Steakhouse , 1780 Stonegate Center Dr, Burlington 

For More Information:  Call Peaches Cafe and Steakhouse at 319-753-1310  

What:  Lelia Wilkerson was one of four national finalists for the Home Medical Equipment Woman of the Year award presented at the Medtrade Home Medical Equipment Conference and Expo in Atlanta. 

When:  October 23

Where:  Great River Health Systems, 1221 S Gear Ave, West Burlington

For More Information:  Contact Gina Anderson, 319-768-3303 or visit greatrivermedical.org

What:  Pre-order your iPhone X. Call to set an appointment. Quantities will be limited, so get yours reserved today. 

When:  Now 

Where:  Russell Cellular Verizon, 116 W Agency Rd, Ste 7, West Burlington  

For More Information:  Call 319-758-0050 

What:  No experience required. Part-time pay rate starting at $15.37 plus Federal benefits and paid, ongoing training. Attractive benefits package. 

When:  Apply by noon today, November 10, to be eligible for testing on November 11

Where:  Southeast Iowa Regional Airport Authority, 2515 Summer St, Burlington

To Apply:  Apply online at tsajobs.tsa.dhs.gov, text "TSO" to 95495 or call 877-872-7990