Hello Becca,

HILLtober Fest

Saturday, September 23rd

Copper Creek Lake Park

3-7 PM

Join us for this new event which is a combination of Chill on the Hill and Oktober Fest.

$12 admission at the gate

21 and older

Music by Jordan Beem from 3-5 and Kracklin from 5-7.

Food vendors:Reese's Roadside Eats and Treats

Thank you to our sponsors:

Band: Helena Industries

Beer Garden: Re/Max Revolution

Security: Landus Cooperative

Volunteers needed:

We're looking for volunteers to help out with this event.

*1-2:30 PM Set up area (beer tent, garbages and signs placed)

2:30-7:30 PM Serve in beer tent, tear down, make sure garbage is picked up (if you would like to assist with tear down only, we will start that around 6:45)

This is a great opportunity for employees to take advantage of volunteer programs through your work.

For more information about each of these entail and to sign up, please visit our website,

Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of Sundance Realty

Wednesday, September 20th

4:30 PM

Join us as we welcome Sundance Realty's new office in our community with a ribbon cutting and grand opening.

Refreshments will be served and attendees can enter into a drawing for a soft cooler stuffed with fall items.

They are located between the library and Golf Cars of Iowa.

5161 Maple Dr, Suite E

September YPEP Meeting

Thursday, September 28

Join us for our September Young Professionals of Eastern Polk County Meeting at

Brightside Aleworks 5-6 PM

Guest speaker, Joseph Herst, member of the Ankeny YP.

$15 registation includes drink ticket and snacks. Kindly RSVP by Noon September 28th.

Southeast Polk is participating in national Attendance Awareness Month this September to raise awareness among the entire SEP community about the importance of consistent school attendance. We know that when our students attend regularly, they learn more, build stronger relationships with classmates and teachers, and have the ability to access other support and enrichment opportunities. We also know that attendance is a lifelong employability skill that we want to encourage in our students.

We are currently taking applications for the 4 open positions on our Board of Directors. Applications can be found online are due to the office by October 9th.

* Applicants must be a current chamber member.

** Board seats are a two-year term and start in January.

If you have questions, please contact the Executive Director at director@pleasanthillchamber.org or 515-313-8740.

We have also created a Frequently Asked Questions page on our website as well.

Parkridge Specialty Care Candy Donation Drive



From October 1-27, Parkridge Specialty Care is doing a candy donation drive for their Trick or Treat.

For more information, contact Lisa Hostetler, Activity Director.

City of Pleasant Hill Comprehensive Plan

The City of Pleasant Hill is excited to begin the process of updating the community's long-range comprehensive plan, which will help guide growth and development through 2050 and beyond! Information about the planning process including an overview of the project scope and schedule can be found on project website: https://engage.thinkconfluence.com/pleasant-hill-comprehensive-plan

Stay tuned - engagement activities will be added to the site in August!

Public Workshop Thursday, September 28th starting at 6PM at the Library.

Employee Retention Tax Credit

If your business hasn't filed for the Employee Retention Tax Credit you are owed or if you have been told you do not qualify CLICK HERE for more information. You can also reach out to Anthony Markey of the Markey Agency to schedule a quick meeting at 319-759-4036 or email him at  Markeyagency@gmail.com.

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel

AJ’s Steakhouse



o  Reservations

 Call 515.957.3535

Online at Open Table https://www.opentable.com/restref/client/?restref=168286&corrid=72106c20-f6d4-4abc-bb97-288412e25c71_

o  Normal Hours

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday | 4pm – 9pm

Friday & Saturday | 4pm – 10pm

o  Wednesday & Thursday Night Specials - $25 each

AJ’S DUET: Bistro Filet, bourbon- glazed chicken breast, baked potato, broccoli

SURF & TURF: Bistro Filet & Petite Lobster Tail, baked potato, broccoli

 LAND & SEA: Bistro Filet & Shrimp Scampi, baked potato, broccoli

Racing

May 12 through September 30

Fridays & Saturdays – Post time 6PM

Sundays & Mondays – Post time 4PM

Free Live Entertainment

 Clarksville Station

September 19, 2023 11:00 AM

Clarksville Station is bringing classic country music to the Finish Line Show Lounge. Come out and listen to this free show - you will not leave disappointed! Must be 21 or older to attend.

Casey Muessigmann

September 22, 2023 10:00 PM

Free show! Casey Muessigmann of "The Voice" will be playing in the Finish Line Show Lounge. He's shared the stage with country stars Thomas Rhett, Blake Shelton, and Florida Georgia Line. Must be 21 years or older.

The Savage Freds

September 23, 2023 10:00 PM

Nostalgic for the 90s? Alt-grunge cover band The Savage Freds is bringing them back. If you love Pearl Jam, The Verve, and Matchbox 20, don't miss this Des Moines-based act. Must be 21 or older to attend this FREE SHOW.

Kenny Frette & the Country Classics

September 26, 2023 11:00 AM

Country music fans will not want to miss this show! Join Ken Frette and his band in the Finish Line Show Lounge as they play your favorite country songs from the past. Must be 21 or older to attend. Free show!

Hold On

September 29, 2023 10:00 PM

Hold On covers the last 40 years of rock, playing music from the '50s & '60s, as well as classic rock and today's rock. Must be 21 or older to attend this FREE show.

Craig Swalwell Band

September 30, 2023 10:00 PM

This popular cover band performs classic songs from Eric Clapton to Johnny Cash to Lynyrd Skynyrd. Come see the Craig Swalwell band’s FREE show in the Finish Line Show Lounge. Must be 21 or older to attend.

For more information about shows in the Finish Line Lounge, visit https://www.prairiemeadows.com/events?category=Free+Shows

This month's Features at Cove Nutrition

Weekly specials at Croz Nest East

Member Events

Facebook link for the Red Acre Barn Holiday Market hosted by Bub Olive

https://www.facebook.com/events/665711568394014/permalink/665711575060680/?notif_id=1690223179442427&notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic&ref=notif

As a Member of the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce, you are automatically a member of the Greater Des Moines Partnership. We collaborate with The Partnership to provide you with access to information, impactful events, resources and tools to make your business more successful.

The Partnership’s DSM USA Research, Stats and Data Hub is a statistical dashboard filled with rich information about the region and its county components. Users will find leading indicators along with research and data trends needed to make strategic business decisions. The site offers current and historical economic, demographic and workforce information sourced from official government data. Go to www.dataDSMUSA.com.

All of the research is accessible free of charge and is presented in a newly streamlined interface. Charts and data can easily be captured and used in other presentations.

The Data Hub is another way that Members are able to tap into information and resources available through The Partnership’s regional network.

Stay connected to regional news, educational and networking opportunities, public policy and events through The Partnership’s newsletters.

There are a variety of different digital newsletters that are tailored to fit the needs of our Members. Sign up for one or all of the newsletters to ensure that you are in the know about ways to enhance your membership and to take advantage of the variety of programs across the region.

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Learn about the latest Partnership news and events as well as highlights from the Greater Des Moines (DSM) region in OneVoice Weekly, The Partnership's flagship newsletter.

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Upcoming classes and events through the Greater Des Moines Partnership:

Top 5 for Small Business: The Why Behind the Buy

Wednesday, Sept. 27 l 9 – 10 a.m. l  Register Here

InspireHER Women's Event – Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges – Hosted by Warren County Chambers

Thursday, Sept. 28 l 8 – 11 a.m. l  Register Here

Local Business School: Master Your Small Business Marketing

Monday, Oct. 2 - Monday, Nov. 6 l  Register Here

2023 Future World of Work Summit

Monday, Oct. 5 l 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. l  Register Here

Regional Breakfast

Thursday, Oct. 26 l 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. l  Register Here

11th Annual Inclusion Summit

Wednesday, Nov. 15 l 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. l  Register Here