Welcome Amy Moyner, DPI Director
Amy grew up in Burlington, graduated from Burlington High School, earned her A.A. from SCC and her B.A. from the University of Iowa. Amy's credentials include Project Management Professional, Six Sigma Greenbelt, Scrum Master and Agile for Business Analysis. She and her family have been living in the Chicago area for many years, and are now in the process of moving back to Burlington. Amy has significant experience in communication, public relations and management with emphasis on retail, marketing, sales and training.
For More Information: Contact Amy Moyner or 319-208-0056
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Young Professionals Virtual Leadership Conference
What: The Greater Burlington Young Professionals will host the 5th Annual YP Leadership Conference (Virtually). Spend the afternoon with fellow YPs to focus on leadership topics that will help you grow professionally. This year the YP Conference has three tremendous speakers covering a variety of topics. Directly before and following the conference, networking opportunities will be available to meet and chat with fellow YP's and attendees at the conference. Contemplating joining YP? Now is the time to join and get a great deal on membership and the conference.
When: Thursday, September 10, 12:30 - 4 PM
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Downtown Partners, Inc. - 144 Envelopes
What: The Annual 144 Envelopes Campaign has begun, with a fun new twist. Downtown Partners Board of Directors members are “selling” 144 Envelopes to solicit contributions corresponding to a dollar amount on an envelope, from $1 to $144. The unique fundraising campaign encourages individuals and businesses to invest in the downtown Burlington Main Street Program, enabling Downtown Partners, Inc. to continue its work facilitating building and business improvements, presenting special events, and beautifying and marketing the city center.
When: Now
For More Information: Contact Emily Pattee or call 319-752-6365
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Jefferson St Farmers Market
What: Join Downtown Partners, Inc. for the region's favorite farmers market. The market returns to Jefferson St with fresh and local produce and baked goods. The market is following all safety precautions and guidelines provided by the state. The August Market is made possible by Connection Bank & Insurance.
When: Thursdays from 4:30 - 7 PM
Where: Jefferson St, Downtown Burlington
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NOTICE - Be Alert When Receiving Solicitation Calls
What: The Greater Burlington Partnership has been made aware of a company calling local businesses representing themselves as an affiliate of the Chamber of Commerce selling ads in a community guide. The company is Heartland Marketing out of Pekin, IL. Please know this is not a Partnership or Chamber of Commerce initiative.
The local Partnership team will be reaching out soon regarding opportunities in the 2021 Burlington/West Burlington Area Community Guide.
For More Information: Contact Greater Burlington Partnership at 319-752-6365
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Community Foundation Connects Donors to Worthy Causes
What: DID YOU KNOW? The Community Foundation of Des Moines County provides a way to connect charitably-minded donors with worthy causes. To learn more contact Karen Elliott.
When: Now
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Accountability in the Workplace
What: Organizational goals and individual goals are obviously important...maybe even imperative. So how do we treat them? And, how well do we honor the performances of the team members in charge of performing? One of the nicest and most respectful ways to honor people, goals and performance is by instilling healthy accountability practices into the DNA of your organization. This session will be focused on healthy accountability that gets the job done and helps your team members to grow!
When: Friday, September 4, 8:30 - 11:30 AM
Where: SCC CBIZ 610 N 4th Street, Burlington, IA 52601
For More Information: Call CBIZ 319-208-5375, website, email
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PowerPoint Basics
What: PowerPoint is used to create presentations that can combine text, graphics, charts, clip art, and WordArt. These presentations can then be shown at internal business meetings, sales calls, and training events. Additional topics include building new presentations, formatting slides, using drawing tools, working with graphics, using tables and charts, and presentations. Experience with Windows is recommended. New users of previous PowerPoint versions will also benefit.
When: September 8 & 10, 8 AM - Noon
Where: SCC CBIZ 610 N 4th Street, Burlington, IA 52601
For More Information: Call CBIZ 319-208-5375, website, email
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Super Sitter
What: This class is designed to give boys and girls, age 11 years and older, the knowledge and expertise to be super babysitters. Safety, first aid, positive guidance, and play activities will be emphasized.
When: Monday & Tuesday September 14 & 15, 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Where: SCC CBIZ 610 N 4th Street, Burlington, IA 52601
For More Information: Call CBIZ 319-208-5375, website, email
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FunCity Fall Hours
What: Fall Hours have started at FunCity! Bowling, Go-Karts and Arcade are open daily.
When: Monday-Thursday: 4 PM - 8 PM, Friday: 4 PM - 10 PM, Saturday: 10 AM - 10 PM, Sunday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Where: FunCity, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-753-2946
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250k Cash Big Wheel
What: LAST drawings this Saturday for the 250k Cash Big Wheel at Catfish Bend Casino! Receive an entry with every 50 points earned at slots or table games. Win up to $295 Free Play or win $250,000 CASH if you land on the Catfish Bend Casino tile all 3 spins! See Players’ Club for details.
When: Saturday, August 29 at 7 PM and 9 PM
Where: Catfish Bend Casino, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-753-2946
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Tailgating Competition at Heritage Days
What: No college football isn't going to stop us from tailgating at Heritage Days! The Buffalo Tavern Tailgating Competition will be Saturday September 19 on the Burlington Riverfront! Each team will be judged on FOOD, DECOR, GAMES and overall TEAM SPIRIT! The winning team takes home $250 CASH! Only $25 to register. Limited spots available.
Burlington Heritage Days Sep 16 - 19 brought to you by Menke & Company and Burlington Riverfront Entertainment.
When: September 19, 2020 1 PM
Where: Outside the Port of Burlington
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Time to register your child for dance
What: We are taking registration for Fall classes. We have classes in Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, acrobats, Baton and beginning combo. Starting at ages 3 years and up.
When: Classes start Monday August 31st. Call and leave a message and we will get back with you 319-752-1301.
Where: 315 N Main St, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-752-1301
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Would You Like to Win $100,000?
What: Burlington Notre Dame's annual Pot of Blue and Gold Raffle is now underway. Buy a ticket today for $100 and you have a 1 in 53 chance of winning some cash! The grand prize is $100,000! Order your ticket today!
When: Drawing is October 3
For More Information: Call Jon Billups 319-754-8431, or email.
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Goodwill Offering Free ServSafe Food Handler Class
What: In an effort to support our local restaurant industry, Goodwill has limited scholarships available for the ServSafe Food Handler class. This is an industry recognized certification that teaches the basics of safe food handling in a commercial kitchen.
When: September 8 - September 18 (weekdays) 2 - 4 PM
Where: Virtual training via ZOOM
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Rent and Mortgage Help
What: Community Action is helping process applications for rent and mortgage assistance through the Iowa Finance Authority. Applicants must have had a loss of income since March 17, 2020 as a result of the pandemic and be low to moderate income. We have approved over $150,000 in southeast Iowa to go to landlords, paid past due rent, late fees, and future rent to keep people in their homes with up to 4 months of assistance or $3,200 per household. You may get a call from Community Action if additional information is needed. Landlords can refer their tenants to apply online.
When: Funds are approved on a first come first serve basis.
For More Information: Call the Housing Recovery Help Line: 855-300-5885 or Lisa Nafziger at Community Action, 319-753-0193
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Danville Station Reopening
What: The Danville Station will be reopening again after being closed with COVID concerns. Reopening will have specific precautions in place with hand sanitizing, masks required, and limited hours. Senior citizens get the first hour to themselves each day!
When: Reopening September 9 from 2 - 5 PM. The Danville Library's new opening hours are on MWF from 2 - 5 PM with our senior patrons only from 2 - 3 PM. The Anne Frank Museum visitors may come anytime between 2 -5 PM MWF or by arrangement by calling Janet at 319-392-4577.
Where: The Danville Station (Library and Museums), 102 North Main Street, Danville
For More Information: The Danville Library, 319-392-8317, email, online
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Take a Seat for Bridges Chair-ity
What: Join us this October for our very first charity chair auction – a fun way to raise funds! We are looking for local groups offer chair to be donated and auctioned off. All chairs due into The Loft by Sept 1. What kind of groups or individual can donate a chair? Anyone! What kind of chairs are we looking for?
Kitchen Chairs - Office Chairs-Outside Chairs; Barstools - Rocking Chairs-Benches; Recliners - Kids Chairs.
Where: The Loft, 416 Jefferson St, Burlington
For More Information: Please call Mona at 319-759-4057
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Cold Stone Creamery
What: Try one of our Signature Creations like the PB Dough Delight™, Our Strawberry Blonde®, Birthday Cake Remix™ or Chocolate Devotion®! Did you know you can order online? Order, pay for and schedule a pick-up time on OrderColdStone.com or the Cold Stone app!
When: Sunday - Thursday: Noon - 8 PM, Friday - Saturday: Noon - 9 PM
For More Information: Call 319-237-8787
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FunCity Fall Hours
What: Fall Hours have started at FunCity! Bowling, Go-Karts and Arcade are open daily! Huck's Harbor Indoor & Outdoor Water Park is now closed for the season. Thanks for a great summer!
When: Monday-Thursday: 4 PM - 8 PM; Friday: 4 PM - 10 PM;
Saturday: 10 AM - 10 PM; Sunday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Where: FunCity, 3001 Winegard Dr, Burlington
For More Information: Call 319-753-2946
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SIRAA Career Opening
What: Southeast Iowa Regional Airport, Burlington IA is accepting applications for an Airport Administrative Manager. Nature of the work includes administrative management of the airport. A full job description may be found at http://flybrl.com/about-us/.
When: Monday, September 14, 2020
Where: 2515 Summer St
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City of Burlington Development Department Hiring
What: The City of Burlington Development Department is hiring for the position of City Planner I. This position is responsible for enforcing city zoning and planning principals, site plan review, and responding to citizen inquiries. Bachelors degree in city or regional planning required, Masters degree preferred.
When: Position open until filled
Where: City Hall, 400 Washington Street, Burlington
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Burlington Parks and Recreation Hiring
What: The City of Burlington Parks and Rec team is hiring for seasonal positions for our parks division, Rec Plex and Flint Hills Golf Course. Join our team for an opportunity to work in our beautiful parks system!
When: Hiring Immediately
Where: City of Burlington Parks
For More Information: Contact Jessica Gerling at 319-753-8131, or email.
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Elementary Teacher Position
What: Seeking dynamic qualified, licensed Elementary Teacher to be part of our teaching staff. Small class sizes, family oriented, fantastic students. If you’re looking for a change and want smaller class sizes, less stress and a loving environment then GRCS may be the place for you. Retired teachers are encouraged and welcome to apply.
When: For 2020-2021 School year
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Good - Now hiring!
What: We're a small team that likes to have fun, stay busy and we're all about rewarding hard work. Must be 18+ and have previous serving experience to be considered!
When: Hiring Immediately
For More Information: Please call Natalie Nungary at 702-287-6493
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NEW MEMBERS
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