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/

Thank you to our April newsletter sponsor: Pennie Carroll and Associates.

3232 Hubbell Ave

Des Moines, IA 50317

https://www.penniecarroll.com

The Market on Hubbell will be April 27th from 9 AM- 3 PM.

Hello everyone!

In an effort to enhance engagement and streamline communication, we have decided to shift our newsletter publication day to Tuesdays. This strategic move aims to capture maximum attention from those who receive the newsletter.

Furthermore, we understand the importance of fostering strong connections with our members. To this end, we are organizing meetings to gather feedback, address concerns, and brainstorm ideas collaboratively. These sessions serve as invaluable opportunities to strengthen our community bonds and ensure that we are meeting the diverse needs of our members effectively. Information gathered from these meetings is shared with the board so they can hear what our members are saying. If you would like to meet with over coffee or at your office (or mine), please contact me to schedule a time.

Additionally, we encourage all members to contribute to the newsletter and our social media content by sharing any upcoming events or specials. Please send me any graphics and verbiage and I will get the information added to these communication channels. By sharing this information, we can create a comprehensive resource that enriches the experiences of our community and fosters a sense of belonging in addition to promoting our members.

If you ever have any questions, suggestions, or if there's anything specific you'd like to see from your Chamber membership, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Your input is invaluable, and we are here to serve you.

Once again, thank you for choosing to be a part of our Chamber of Commerce.

Becca Squiers

Executive Director

Don't miss out!

There are still sponsorship opportunities available for this year's Annual Golf outing and Chill on the Hill Concert series.

These events are a great way to promote your business to members of our community and surrounding areas.

These are filling in fast! For more information about either of these events, please contact our Executive Director.

There's also opportunities for Summer Fest, Cy-Hawk 9 Hole outing, CHILLtober Fest, and Trick or Treat Around the Lake.

We would love to share it news on and here in our newsletter.

This could include:

• winning an award
• milestones (anniversaries, etc)
• new products/services
• new locations
• renovations
• etc

There's also opportunity to share news like this on the Greater Des Moines blog page.

Email our Executive Director for more information on the blog post/to share this awesome news.

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

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.

**April 26th the group will be planting trees along a new section of the Youngstown Trail in Pleasant Hill as a part of Earth Day.

12-3 PM

Wear proper attire such as gloves, jeans, tennis shoes.

Afterwards, there will be an opportunity to network (location TBD).

Contact the Executive Director to get the registration and link and password to sign up for this event. director@pleasanthillchamber.org

Join us in welcoming Kars, Inc to the Chamber!

Check out their wide selection of inventory. Car Fax available on all vehicles.

5701 NE 12th

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

515.564.0937

Open 9AM-6PM Monday-Friday and 9AM-5PM Saturdays.

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

CIRAS at Iowa State is hosting a manufacturing lab tour in Ames on innovative technologies for businesses to implement.

May 9th 10AM-2PM

Tuesday, April 9th, 6:00 PM: City Council Meeting

Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM: Springtime Hill Climb

Wednesday, April 17th: Registration for Annual Golf outing begins

Thursday, May 2nd, 4:30-6:00 PM: Chamber Unplugged

Friday, May 17th, 10 AM: Annual Golf Outing at Copper Creek Golf Club

Tuesday, June 4th, 8:30-9:30 AM: Q2 Power Hour workshop

From our members:

Sundance Real Estate now hiring

Special Census Field Representative

The City of Pleasant Hill is conducting a Special Census this year beginning July 1, 2024 and we need your help! We are in need of Special Census staff to assist in gathering an accurate count of our community. Click on the link for more information. 

There will be a hiring event Thursday, April 11th from 8:30-10 at Caribou. Applicants will receive a free drink coupon.

April Cove Nutrition Features

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

2024 Springtime Hill Climb

Registration is happening now.

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:

$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.

Volunteers are needed to help with this event. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CA9AB2BA1FDC16-48809668-2024

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 (President's Club), Kading Properties

Community Open House at Copper Shores Village



You're invited to come see the recent renovations that have been made at their community.

Thursday, April 11

2-4 PM

RSVPs are encouraged

Please call 515-599-9067 by April 9th

Featuring two wines from Vitis Distribution, LLC & live acoustic music from local musician, Tim Earp. 



Their food specials will be Chicken Piccata & Bleu Cheeseburger. 

Reservations are highly recommended! Please call 515-214-2347 to reserve your table

Walk with a Doc



This event is hosted by Dr. Samantha Algrim of Unity Point Health Pleasant Hill Family Medicine.

It will be held the last Saturday of each month (weather permitting) at Copper Creek Lake Park. Meet at the shelter by the playground.

Next event is Saturday, April 27th from 9-10 AM.

Mark your calendars for the upcoming Sip and Shop at the Elks Lodge.

Saturday, April 27th 10AM-3PM

5420 NE 12th Ave

Pleasant Hill, IA

The 4th Annual We Give A Ram Derby Style Fundraiser will be held Friday, May 4th at Copper Creek Golf Club starting at 5 PM.

Monies raised by this event will go to help children in need in Eastern Polk County.

Tickets can be purchased by scanning the QR code or clicking on the link.

Saturday, May 11th

9AM -3 PM

877 SE 64th

Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

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.

Midland Credit Union

Get a new auto loan or refinance your current one through Midland Credit Union.

90 days no payments.

Apply online at midlandcu.org or give them a call for more info at 515-278-1994.

Offer good through the end of June.

Copper Creek 9 Theatre

Enjoy the latest films right here in Pleasant Hill!!!

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, and Hotel

Free Live Entertainment

 Senior Tuesday Entertainment – 11:00 A.M., Finish Line Show Lounge

Tuesday, April 9 – Richie Lee & the Fabulous 50’s, 50’s

Tuesday, April 16 – Clarksville Station, Classic Country

Tuesday, April 23 – Tom Hofer & the Iowa Playboys, Traditional Country & Variety

Tuesday, April 30 – Ken Frette & Classic Country, Country

 Friday Night Entertainment – 8:00 P.M., Finish Line Show Lounge

Friday, April 12 – Craig Swalwell Band, Country

Friday, April 19 – Luke Stutzman, Acoustic Country

Friday, April 26 – Kevin Lindgren, Classic Rock & Country

Saturday Night Entertainment – 8:00 P.M., Finish Line Show Lounge

Saturday, April 13 – Aftershock, Rock

Saturday, April 27 – Route 66 Band, Country

Special Event

 Derby Day Celebration – Saturday, May 4

o  Hat & Bowtie Contest 2-4:30pm

o  Swipe & Win Promotion noon-8pm

o  Watch & Wager – Post time 6:45pm

o  Live Entertainment – Hold On – Finish Line Show Lounge – 8-11pm

 Saturday, June 8 – Corvette Car Show 

Ticketed Events:

Finish Line Lounge

Saturday, April 20th at 7PM – ABBAMANIA, a Tribute to ABBA 

ABBA Mania includes songs such as “Dancing Queen”, “Take A Chance On Me”, and more! Don’t miss your chance to experience the sounds and style that made ABBA an international musical sensation. _{Tickets must be purchased at the Prairie Meadows Gift Shop. Phone and Online ticket purchases are not available.}

Thursday, June 20 at 7PM – Material Girls – Women of Pop Tribute Band

o  Tickets on Sale – April 15, 2024 

Gift Shop Hours

Monday-Sunday 11AM-8PM

Join them for their 8th Annual Backyard BBQ Competition!

June 1st, 2024

6390 NE Rising Sun Dr, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327

www.risingsunchurch.org/holy-smoke

They will have a car show starting at 1pm and more family activities at 3pm.

Then at 4pm, you can fill up a plate with smoked meats from the competition for just a $5 donation.

Competition awards will be presented to the winning teams at 6pm.

Each year, all proceeds from the event are given to a chosen donation recipient in need. For Holy Smoke 2024, they are raising funds to support Kristin Lampkin.

Did you know that being a member of the Pleasant Hill Chamber of Commerce, you are also a part of the Greater Des Moines Partnership?

Global Insurance Symposium

Tuesday, April 16 – Wednesday, April 17 |  Register Here

Top Five for Small Business: Hiring, Developing and Retaining the Ideal Team Player in Your Organization

Wednesday, April 24 | 9 – 10 a.m. |  Register Here

DMDC 2024

Wednesday, May 8 - Friday, May 10 l  Register Here



Top Five for Small Business: Five Ways to Propel Yourself Into Growth

Wednesday, May 22 | 9 – 10 a.m. |  Register Here

Small Business Success Summit

Monday, June 10 | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. |  Register Here

Other tools and resources from the Partnership:

SCALE DSM BUSINESS ACCELERATOR

SPARK DSM BUSINESS INCUBATOR

SMALL BUSINESS HUB/RESOURCES