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Yearly Newsletter Sponsor

Thank you to our yearly newsletter sponsor: Sundance Realty.

5161 Maple Dr, Suite E

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515.585.0634

https://www.sundancerealtyiowa.com/

Few seats available. Contact the Executive Director for more information.

Keynote Speaker: Steve Siemens from the People Builder

Attire: Business casual/business - can include logo apparel

Bring at least 25 items to hand out during our networking. These can be pens, business cards, flyers, etc.

Social Hour/Networking 5:30- 7:00 PM

Games, DJ with some karaoke around 6:30, photo booth

Waves of heavy appetizers and desserts will be served at this time instead of a sit-down dinner.

Attendees will receive 2 drink tickets at check-in.

Program 7:00-9:00

Keynote speech

Annual Awards for Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Young Professionals of Eastern Polk County YP,

Swearing in of the 2024 Board of Directors

We would like to express our gratitude to the following businesses for sponsoring this event:

Program: Meta/Altoona Data Center

Cruise Director: Copper Shores Village-Immanuel

Table Sponsors: Kading Properties, Hy-Vee, Sundance Realty, Suzy's Kitchen & Gifts, Grow Veggie Plants and More, Skin Fusion Fx

Photo Booth Sponsor: RE/MAX Revolution

We look forward to welcoming you aboard for an unforgettable evening!

Jobs Board on our website

Is your business looking for employees? If so, email us the information and we will post it on the jobs board found on our website.

Please include:

Job Title
Description
Experience necessary
Links to online applications
Any other pertinent information

New member benefit

HOT OFF THE PRESSES!

Delivery starts this week and our goal is to have them distributed by month end.

We hope that you find value in this new benefit and look forward to providing them again next year.

#shoplocal #pickpleasanthill

New member benefit

Warmies with Suzy

Relax with these lavender infused products. Can be warmed up in the microwave to make a heating pad.

warmieswithsuzy@yahoo.com

515-518-7830

https://www.facebook.com/groups/warmieswithsuzy

Young Professionals of Eastern Polk County

YPEP was formed in March 2023 as a way to connect young professionals in our region.

Meetings are typically held the last Thursday of the month from 5-6 PM (this will be changing in April). Each quarter will consist of a learning session, activity, and community service project.

For more information about our Young Professionals Network, please visit our website.

Be sure to follow the group on Facebook and LinkedIn.

YPEP

February: Young Professionals of Eastern Polk County

Join other Young Professionals in our region for our quarterly activity.

We will be hosting a bags tournament at Toad Valley Golf Course. This will be held in the area just off of the main check-in/bar area.

Thursday, Feb 29th 5-6 PM

Toad Valley Golf Course

$15 per person includes a drink ticket and pizza.

Kindly RSVP by 5 PM February 28th.

RSVP

Business Resource Links

We have added links to our website to several organizations that can help your business in a variety of ways.

Iowa Workforce Development
Iowa Small Business Development Center
Score | Des Moines
and more

Resource Links

Save the Date

Friday, February 23rd, 5:30-9 PM: Annual Dinner

Tuesday, February 27th, 6 PM: City Council Meeting

Thursday, February 29th, 5-6 PM: YPEP Meeting

From our members:

Elder Corporation Spring Hiring Event

National Elder Letter to an Elder Day

February 26th

Mail your letter to

Parkridge Specialty Care

Attn: Activity Department/Feb 26

5800 NE 12th Ave

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Special Census Field Representative

The City of Pleasant Hill will be conducting a vital Special Census this summer to capture our growth.

Help our community by applying to be a Field Representative.

They are hosting a hiring event on Thursday, February 22nd, 10 AM, at the Pleasant Hill Public Library.

US Census Bureau

2024 Springtime Hill Climb

Early registration open now through March 4th

All proceeds will go to American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (Iowa Chapter)

The Springtime Hill Climb is a springtime race through the streets and trails of Pleasant Hill Iowa. Don't be intimidated by the name - it's primarily named the Hill Climb because of the location, not the elevation. The race is 5K (3.1 miles) and is chip-timed.

𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Doanes Park

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Saturday, April 13, 2024

𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 8:30 AM

𝗙𝗲𝗲: $25 Early Registration (before March 4)

$35 Regular Rate (before April 1)

$45 Late Registration (until packet pick-up Friday, April 12)

𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝘂𝗽: Friday, April 12 at Doanes Park (5050 Doanes Park Rd, Pleasant Hill, IA)

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: Doanes Park is located at, 5050 Doanes Park Rd, Pleasant Hill and there will be parking provided in the park through the south entrance off 6th Ave.

𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘀: All pre-registered participants will receive a long-sleeve running shirt. Shirts are not guaranteed for late registrants.

𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: $100 VISA gift cards will be given to overall male and female 1st place runners; medals to the top 3 places in each age group.

This event is brought to you by Pleasant Hill Parks and Recreation and the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce.

Thank you to the following business for sponsoring this year's event:

Gold: Anytime Fitness

Starting Line: Courtyard Estates

Finish Line: Kading Properties

Mile Markers: NuCara Pharmacy, Kading Properties

Copper Shores Village: Ready to Downsize?

Thursday, March 7, 2024

3:00 pm4:00 pm

1500 Edgewater Dr

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

Whether planning a move or looking to simplify a current residence, downsizing one’s possessions can be overwhelming for people of any age. Tisa Johnson, owner of Senior Transitioning Services, will share some helpful tips and tricks for seniors looking to de-clutter as they transition into retirement life.

Seating is limited. RSVP to 515-599-9067 by March 1.

Markey Agency

If you are self-employed, a 1099 worker or a small business owner you may qualify for up to $32,220 from the IRS. Check out this website and estimate calculator to see if you qualify.

Markey Agency

February Cove Nutrition Features

For more information, click on the link to take you to their Facebook page.

The Cove Nutrition

Midland Credit Union

Transfer your high-rate credit card balances to a Midland MasterCard at 7.99% APR* for 12 months!

Pay off debt faster and save money on interest with their low promotional rate for 12 months on balance transfers posted on or between January 1, 2024, and March 31, 2024, on new or existing card accounts. Apply online at midlandcu.org or give them a call for more info at 515-278-1994.

Midland Credit Union