Dayne Logan is a professor of practice at Grand View University, in the Journalism Department. He has been teaching journalism and communication courses for eight years. He will be speaking on his perspective regarding modern society and how it is preconditioned to react violently what the media reports. 

Menu:
Lemon Orzo Asparagus Salad with Feta Crumbles
Slow Roast Iowa Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Cream
Grilled Focaccia Crostini
Heirloom Tomato & Cucumber Mélange
Dessert- Maple Chai Cheesecake or Pear Cranberry Crisp
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NEW PROGRAM
Introducing our new lunch and learn series called "Feed Your Mind!" Please join us for this 90 minute workshop presented by Sandler Training.
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Hiring Individuals with Disabilities is not Charity, it is Good Business

At this year's Business W/O Boundaries we are going to focus on why, "Hiring individuals with disabilities is not charity, it is good business."
Hiring people with disabilities isn’t charity, it’s good business! With the unemployment rate in Iowa around 2.5% employers are challenged to hire and retain qualified employees. There is an untapped group of job seekers, people with disabilities. Come learn about the business benefits to hiring people with disabilities, common disability myths, and what supported employment services are all about! Hear from employers who are successfully employing people with disabilities and network with the supported employment providers in the community who are supporting them.
Program:
2:00-2:30 Registration & Networking
2:30-3:00 "What is a disability" -Brian Dennis, Interim Director of Ticket to Work at Iowa Employment Solutions @DMACC
3:00-3:30 "What is supported employment" - Bronna Crase, Director of Programs @ CICIL
3:30-4:00 Testimonials
4:00-4:30 Wrap up & Networking

WHEN / October 29, 2019 / 2:00pm-4:30pm
WHERE / The Runway @ Southridge Mall / 1111 E. Army Post Road, Ste. 130., Des Moines
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Ribbon Cutting for The Village @ Gray's Lake
You are invited, to the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of The Village @ Gray’s Lake!

Come celebrate with us, be one of the first to see the amazing renovations and updates that we’ve been working on! Experience for yourself the amazing amenities The Village @ Gray’s Lake is offering!

Come network with community members, tour the building and apartments, enjoy live music, food and drinks and strike a pose at our The Village @ Gray’s Lake photo booth!

WHEN / October 3, 2019 / 4:00pm-7:00pm, Ribbon Cutting @ 4:30
WHERE / The Village @ Gray's Lake / 2270 Bell Ave., Des Moines

Ribbon Cutting, Launch Party & Open House for AZYMTH
Please join us in celebrating the brand launch of Azymth, an accounting firm that is always working to create accounting solutions that are not merely defined by crunching numbers but are uniquely calibrated to meet the needs of the clients they serve.

WHEN / October 10, 2019 / 4:00pm-7:00pm, Ribbon Cutting @ 5:30
WHERE / AZYMTH / 303 Locust Street, Suite 210, Des Moines

Non-Profit Forum
Event Description: The FuseDSM Non-Profit Forum is a group of chamber members representing non-profits and associations who meet monthly for two hours to discuss issues impacting their organization, creating a larger unified impact on members of our community.
**MEMBERS ONLY- please contact the Chamber to attend.**

Meetings are held the third Wednesday of every month.
8-8:30 Networking/Breakfast
8:30-10am Programming

WHEN / October 16, 2019 / 8:00am-10:00am
WHERE / Lifeserve Blood Center / 431 E. Locust St., Des Moines

Ribbon Cutting for InnerVision HealthCare
You are invited to join the Board and Staff of InnerVisions HealthCare as they inaugurate their new clinic, InnerVisions South, at an open house and ribbon cutting with community leaders.

Please RSVP to bryan@ivhcare.org

WHEN / October 21, 2019 / 9:00am-12:00pm, Ribbon Cutting @11:00
WHERE / InnerVisions South / 500 Army Post Rd, Des Moines

MOXIE
Event Description: MOXIE (Member Owners eXchange Information & Experience) is a group of member business Owners/Presidents who meet monthly to discuss issues impacting their businesses.

This is exclusive to MEMBERS ONLY Business Owners/Presidents. If you would like to join this group, please contact the Chamber to attend: Melisa

WHEN / October 23, 2019 / 8:15am-10:00am
WHERE / LifeServe Blood Center / 431 E. Locust St., Des Moines

Firestarter Meeting
Firestarters are the spark and energy our chamber needs to ignite growth and prosperity for our members while exploring new businesses to inspire. They are our advocates. They are passionate and authentic. They are the Ambassadors for our membership! 

If you are interested in joining our Firestarter group, please email Melisa.

WHEN / October 24, 2019 / 11:30am-1:00pm
WHERE / Baratta's / 2320 S. Union, Des Moines
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South Suburban YMCA Swimming Lessons
Check out our website to see all of the opportunities for fall swimming lessons!

WHEN / October-November / Various times to meet your busy schedule
WHERE / South Suburban YMCA, 401 E. Army Post Rd., Des Moines

South Suburban YMCA Friday Family Movie Night
Friday Family Movie Night is offered six times a year, for YMCA Members and the community. Open Swim from 4:00-6:00 pm. Movie begins at 6:30 pm.

Free for YMCA members, $10 per family (up to 5) plus $2 for each additional person.

WHEN / October 18, 2019 / 4:00pm-8:30pm
WHERE / South Suburban YMCA / 401 E. Army Post Road, Des Moines

HOME, Inc. Hunt for Housing
HOME, Inc. invites you to join us for an evening of food & drinks, a scavenger hunt, and live music, with auction items from old HOME, Inc. properties. Do not miss this opportunity to chat with clients and hear firsthand the impact HOME, Inc. has had on their lives.

$50 per individual, add an additional $15 for a HOME. Inc. client to attend the event!

WHEN / October 23, 2019 / 5:30-7:30pm
WHERE / West End Architectural Salvage / 22 9th Street, Des Moines


South Suburban YMCA Tae Kwon Do
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Beginner white belts and Yellow & Above Belts Taekwondo.

YMCA members $45
Non-Members $80

WHEN / October-November / Various times dependent upon belt level
WHERE / South Suburban YMCA / 401 E. Army Post Road, Des Moines
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