February Eggs & Issues
What: Join for a virtual February Eggs & Issues. Hear the latest insights and highlights from state legislators. The February Eggs & Issues focus will be Education funding and policy legislation.
When: February 19, 8:30 AM
Login: Join Zoom Meeting here
Meeting ID: 853 3797 2246
Passcode: 182954
Presented by the Government Relations Committee, made possible by TriOak Foods, Inc.
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Regional Conversation - Childcare Impacting, Families, Businesses and Communities
What: Join a six county conversation regarding the impact of available and affordable childcare in Southeast Iowa. Childcare is an important part of the workforce discussion, this session is an opportunity to learn and discuss challenges and opportunities in Greater Burlington and Southeast Iowa.
When: February 26, 12 PM
Register: To register click here
Where: Pre-register via Zoom link
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September Farmers Market Sponsorship
What: Star in the social media video clip invitation to the September Farmers Market! Reap the sponsorship benefits of social media marketing, Friday Facts, monthly newsletter, Downtown posters, Hawk Eye Happenings and more. A special event will be hosted by the sponsor at a September market and be provided with a booth for the whole month! The sponsor will be able to provide a company banner to be displayed at each market in September. Marketing starts early so grab a spot as the September Farmers Market sponsor now!
Where: Downtown Burlington
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Show Off and Celebrate!
What: Businesses have the opportunity to showcase a new facility, celebrate something special or just welcome Chamber members to their business. Business After Hours, the favorite networking event will be back this fall! A new lower investment is being offered for the fall 2021 events. Available dates: September 16, October 21, November 18.
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CA$H CA$H CA$H CA$H
What: Unique Sponsorship Opportunity, Be the most popular business at the Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic! The Cash Cart sponsor can decorate their golf cart however they choose, drive it around and hand-deliver each winner $100 cash every 100 minutes (5-$100 giveaways total). The surprise winners are randomly drawn from the list of golfers. As the golfers see the golf cart approaching, the anticipation of who the big winner is really gets the crowd going! Cash Cart Sponsorship includes a table display area, providing even more exposure to all the golfers. Additional promotional benefits are included. Be part of the excitement at this popular Chamber event!
When: Sign up is now to sponsor the August 19 Golf Classic
Where: Spirit Hollow
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Supporting Families in Greater Burlington
What: Summertime fun is around the corner at 5th & Valley! It’s the place to be for outdoor movie family fun! This community event brings entertainment to families at no cost during June, July and August. Sponsors are highlighted with a pre-movie promotional DVD and live social media posts during the event. Sponsors can have team members on site to connect with the families during the games and activities before the movie begins. Creativity is welcomed in planning the fun but rest assured that experienced hands are running the show. Many other advertising benefits come with a 5 & V Outdoor Cinema sponsorship. Publicity starts early so sign up now to share the fun with local families this summer.
When: Sign up now!
Where: 5th & Valley St, Downtown Burlington
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Kick-Off to Little League Kickball Tournament
What: Let's Kick It Off with the Greater Burlington Leadership Project! The day-long tournament is a family-friendly event that will bring everyone together for some great fun. Pull a team together, ages Kindergarten through all ages can play. Come on out and support the local Burlington Little League. There will be two separate divisions - "Adult" and "Family" and there will be prizes for "Best Dressed Team", so be creative.
When: April 10, rain date April 24
Where: Dankwardt Park Fields
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Open 4 Business - A Downtown Business Could Qualify for $28,000
What: With Main Street Iowa and the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Downtown Partners presents the Open 4 Business competition for a for-profit business located in the Main Street district. Each of the state’s Main Street organizations can nominate one business. To qualify, business must have been in operation since March 31, 2020 and are either currently or planning to be located in downtown Burlington.
When: Application due March 1, Burlington Main Street judging by March 15, Application to the State due March 31, State semi-final judging May 26, State Contest August 2
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Des Moines County Community Foundation
What: Please consider the Community Foundation of Des Moines County in estate planning, management of assets within civic organizations and charitable foundations, or in personal charitable giving each year. Learn more here.
For More Information: Dennis Wilson, 319-753-6929
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Calling All Chamber Member Restaurant/Caterer/Bar Owners - Eat, Drink & Be Mine in Greater Burlington!
What: The Greater Burlington Partnership continues to build support for restaurants, caterers, bars and cocktail lounges. The Eat, Drink & Be Mine in Greater Burlington section is featured in Friday Facts. As you know, submitting info here is a membership benefit that can be utilized any time, but this special section promotes any specials, services, gift cards, signature dishes or beverages, etc.. Be creative! It’s just 2-3 sentences that can continue to be updated with new submissions weekly. This special section in Friday Facts will run for as long chamber members utilize it. This should only take 5 minutes or less! Also, upload a 60-second business showcase video here. It will be shared on the Greater Burlington Partnership social media platforms. The Chamber will purchase a gift card from each showcased location to give to one lucky commenter for each video post!
For More Information: 319-752-6365
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Continue to support Chamber member eateries, drinkeries, and caterers to help them get through the next few months! |
Meat Frenzy
What: Join us for our final Meat Frenzy of the winter. Proceeds will benefit Burlington Little League. Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win various meat packages ranging from chicken legs, ribs, large pot pies and more! Drawings to be held every 15 minutes with grand prizes to be drawn at 5 PM. Seating is limited so come early, grab a drink, and stock your freezers!
When: Saturday, February 20, 1 - 5 PM
Where: Farney's, 702 Jefferson St, Burlington
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Boogaloo Sports Bar & Grill Lunch Specials
What: Cheeseburger basket with sidewinders and a soda, $9.99.
Cup of tomato soup with tossed salad, $7.99.
Half Chicken Bacon Ranch salad with grilled or fried chicken, $6.99.
Half Lips & Lettuce salad, $6.99.
Turkey Club with cottage cheese, $8.99.
Half sandwich, $5.99.
Specials available for dine-in only.
When: Monday - Friday, 11 AM - 2 PM
Where: Boogaloo Sports Bar and Grill, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information: 319-237-8355
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Hawk's Nest Specials at The Boogaloo
What: $10 Buckets. $5 OFF a Two-Topping 16″ Pizza. 10 Wings for $7.99. Available during any Iowa Hawkeyes™ Basketball game time.
Where: Boogaloo Sports Bar and Grill, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information: 319-237-8355
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Catfish Bend Casino Happy Hour
What: Visit the Casino Feature Bar for Happy Hour! Enjoy $2 Select Bottles of Beer, $2 House Wine and $2 Wells.
When: Monday - Thursday, 5 - 7 PM; Friday - Saturday, 7 - 9 PM
Where: Catfish Bend Casino, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information: 319-237-1200
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Craving Wings?
What: Pizza Ranch is now offering boneless and traditional wings for carry out or delivery. Order 8 or 16 piece wings tossed in one of five sauce options or order the sauce on the side and dunk in your choice of sauce!
For More Information: Order online or call Burlington Pizza Ranch, 319-754-5555
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Megan's Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor
What: Conveniently located inside Shug's Tiny Town, we offer hand scooped ice cream, shakes, sundaes, malts, flavored sodas, coffee, homemade hot cocoa, warm panini sandwiches and more!
When: Open 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday - Saturday
Where: Megan's Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor, 820 Ave G, Fort Madison
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Burlington Bent River
What: Don't forget Taco Tuesday. $2 hard or soft shell, beef or vegetarian. Tuesdays all day. View some of our delicious plates here!
Where: Burlington Bent River Brewing Company, 500 Jefferson St, Burlington
For More Information: 319-209-2773 or Facebook
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The Beancounter Coffeehouse & Drinkery
What: Check out sweet treats the Beancounter has to offer here! New Wiggle Butts inventory received daily to our new in house dog boutique.
When: Open Monday - Saturday 8 AM - 5 PM; Sunday 9 AM - 3 PM
Where: The Beancounter Coffeehouse & Drinkery, 212 Jefferson St, Burlington
For More Information: 319-850-1939 or Facebook
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Wake N Bake Free Delivery
What: Wake N Bake Breakfast Company, order here for free delivery or call 319-754-0494. See how cool the atmosphere is here!
When: Wednesday 4 - 9 PM; Thursday 8 AM - 2 PM, 4 PM - 9 PM; Friday 8 AM - 2 PM, 4 PM - 9 PM; Saturday and Sunday 8 AM - 2 PM
Where: Wake N Bake Breakfast Company, 713 Jefferson St, Burlington
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Junior Achievement Inspire Virtual Career Fair
What: The JA Inspire Virtual Career Fair helps 7th-12th grade students learn about careers that best align with their skills and interests and identify their potential career path. Students logon to a virtual platform and explore dozens of careers available throughout our region and attend webinars related to career planning. Students may participate through their school or register independently.
When: March 4 - June 3. Students will have unlimited access until June 3
Where: Virtually
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BRE Presents TWO back to back nights of LIVE MUSIC
What: LIVE MUSIC RETURNS to the Memorial Auditorium with GREAT local and regional bands! Tickets are $10 for each night and can be purchased at the Auditorium Box Office or at the door the night of show. Ages 21+
Here's the lineup for BOTH NIGHTS: Friday, February 26 - Rock Steady/Bluzillion/Jive Radio. Saturday, February 27 - Cole Hollow/Section Hate/Paralandra
When: February 26 and 27; Show time 7 PM both nights; Doors open 6 PM both nights
Where: Memorial Auditorium
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Now Accepting Applications for 4th Annual City Academy!
What: Have you ever wondered how the City of Burlington functions behind the scenes? Do you wonder how the Engineering Department prioritizes street repairs or where your water comes from? Meet your council, take tours of city facilities to learn all of this and more during the City Academy.
When: Thursday evenings, 5:30 - 7:30 PM, starting March 11
Where: Burlington City Hall, 400 Washington Street, Burlington
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FunCity Have-a-Blast Package
What: Get four $10 Gamebucks Cards and a FREE 16" two-topping pizza at The Boogaloo for only $40! Purchase package at the FunCity Rotunda.
When: Available all February long
Where: FunCity, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information: 319-237-1200
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Burlington Community School District Grayhound Preschool
What: Now enrolling students for 2021-2022 for our FREE 4-Year Old Preschool program and our NEW 3-Year Old Preschool program and full day childcare options for students ages one through preschool.
When: Registering now for 2021- 22 school year
Where: Burlington Community School District
For More Information: Visit our website or call Corse Early Childhood Center 319-753-2707 for tuition rates and to take a tour. We also accept child care assistance.
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Shug's Treasure Hunt!
What: This fun event includes a snack, St. Patrick's Day craft, play in the play center and the very best part - a treasure hunt! Admission is $25+tax per child. Parent admission is included in the cost. Play pass is good all day!
When: Saturday, March 13, 10 AM - 12 PM
Where: Shug's Tiny Town, 820 Ave G, Fort Madison
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ServSafe Manager Certification Course and Exam
What: The ServSafe® program provides food safety training, exams and educational materials to foodservice managers.
When: Thursday, March 11, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: Great River Medical Center
For More Information: Please contact Ann Brotherson for a registration form
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Looking For A Great Opportunity
What: Seeking the RIGHT person to fill a GREAT opportunity in Accounting. FT Accounting Position with the initial focus being payroll.
When: Position open until filled
Where: Carl A. Nelson & Company, 1815 Des Moines Ave, Burlington
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Program Specialist for Community Action
What: 20 hrs weekly. $13.38 per hour. Prefer Associates’ degree
in Early Childhood/related field. Must have work experience in child care environment. Will assist with training child care providers, verify data of meals served, clerical support to Program Coordinator. Will communicate regularly with Preschool Directors regarding scholarships available to parents/family eligibility.
Require successful applicant to be very detailed, organized and very proficient with Microsoft Office Pro computer programs. Pre-employment criminal background check, drug testing. For consideration, submit REQUIRED completed application to: Community Action of Southeast Iowa or here. Applications are available at any Agency center or online here. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
When: Open until filled
Where: 2850 Mount Pleasant St, Suite 108, Burlington
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Burlington Golf Club is Hiring!
What: Burlington Golf Club is hiring for several positions including lifeguards, servers, bartenders, and bussers. Stop in any Monday to fill out an application and schedule an interview. We may even fit you in that day!
Where: Burlington Golf Club, 2124 Sunnyside, Burlington
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Now Hiring Marketing Consultant!
What: Titan Broadcasting & Digital Group (101.7 The Bull, KBKB-FM and The New Mix 107.3, KGRS) is looking to grow our marketing sales team. We are looking for a hardworking, locally minded individual with a drive for success, the willingness to take on challenges, and one who is looking for a career that is new and exciting every day. Great communication skills, both oral and written are a must, time management and presentation skills are also critical for success.
Where: 610 N 4th St, Suite 310, Burlington
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Burlington Parks Division Hiring
What: Join the City of Burlington Parks team for the 2021 season for a chance to help take care of our beautiful green spaces. We currently have positions open for an equipment operator and a forester. Apply online here.
When: Full-time and part-time seasonal positions available April - October
Where: City Hall, 400 Washington St, Burlington
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Rock Stars Wanted!
What: Now hiring part-time delivery drivers and part-time in-shop workers.
When: Apply in person at Jimmy John's
Where: 3310 E Agency, Burlington
For More Information: Jimmy John's, 319-752-9000
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Team Staffing is Recruiting for an Office Assistant
What: Team Staffing Solutions is currently recruiting for an office assistant for a local insurance agent office in Burlington. Hours: Monday – Friday, 10 AM - 4 PM and pay will start at $11/hour. Candidate must have exceptional customer service skills and some clerical experience.
When: Looking to hire the right candidate ASAP
Where: Team Staffing Solutions, 1734 N Roosevelt Ave Ste 124, Burlington
For More Information: Contact Faith at Team Staffing, 319-753-9844 or [email protected]
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