The February 2018 GREATER BURLINGTON PARTNERSHIP NEWSLETTER VOL. 98 NO. 2 Partnership PRESIDENT & CEO’S LETTER Kay Sackville Breuer Vice President 319-208-0041 [email protected]

Belinda Colwell 2018 Office Manager 319-208-0042 Legislative Priorities [email protected] by Jason Hutcheson Steve Frevert Downtown Partners, Inc. Exec. Dir. 319-208-0056 The Iowa Legislature was called back to session last month to begin yet [email protected] another contentious season of Iowa politics. Revenue growth is not keeping up with proposed spending increases, Governor Reynolds is Cindy Henry Customer Relations Specialist still fairly new to the position, and it is an election year with candidates 319-208-0052 coming out of the woodwork hoping to be Iowa’s next governor. Republicans have strong majorities [email protected] in the House and Senate, and Democrats are still reeling from the beatings they took on collective bargaining and minimum wage last year. Jeremy Hess Dir. of Economic Development No money, hurt feelings, and election year politics. What could go wrong? 319-208-0050 [email protected] The Greater Burlington Partnership prepares legislative position statements on an annual basis to guide the advocacy efforts of the organization. It is important for Iowa to have a strong, vibrant business Jason Hutcheson climate, and many of the policy goals of the organization are centered around tax policy, economic President & CEO development, and quality of life issues. 319-208-0043 jhutcheson@greaterburlingtoncom Although the full policy document can be found on our website, here are some of the key issues on our radar this spring: Sherri Krause Chief Financial Officer Income Tax Reform – Iowa’s income tax system is uncompetitive and has some of the highest 319-208-0044 marginal tax rates in the industrialized world. The effective rate of tax is much better, yet the published [email protected] rates put the state at a disadvantage. The Partnership has long called for simplification and reform. Because of Iowa’s complexities and the recent tax cut at the federal level, businesses and individuals Chelsea Lerud Convention & Visitors Bureau within Iowa will face an immediate tax increase if the legislature fails to act. Even revenue-neutral Exec. Dir. 319-208-0045 legislation would be better than nothing. [email protected] Water Quality – Iowans face long-term liabilities should the state fail to improve nitrate and phosphate levels in our streams and rivers. In addition, cities like Burlington face water-related Brenda Levitt Graphic Designer infrastructure bills that could easily top $200 million in the future. There must be a comprehensive plan 319-208-0047 to both improve water quality and upgrade aging infrastructure or the costs to future generations will be [email protected] monumental. Rachel Lindeen Talent Development – One of the most critical issues in economic development is talent. Our Event Coordinator communities must be able to attract and retain talent, and there must be a robust pipeline to train 319-208-0046 residents for in-demand occupations. Significant resources are deployed in education, yet we are losing [email protected] the global war for talent. There are no easy answers, but this topic must always remain at the forefront of Emily Pattee legislative discussions. Welcome Center Manager – Medicaid places significant strain on Iowa’s budget, and the program’s current 319-752-8731 Medicaid [email protected] administration has vastly complicated the practice of medicine for our local providers. In its current form, the program is not working as well as it could for those receiving services, the providers caring for patients or even the taxpayer. Reform is always challenging, and steps should be taken to improve Medicaid’s performance and cost-effectiveness. SUBSCRIPTIONS: SUBSCRIPTIONS: PricePrice is is $24, $24, which which is is included included There are major challenges facing the State of Iowa, and it will take bold measures, perhaps a bit of inin annual annual events events fees. fees. Non-members: Non-members: $4 $3 per per issue. issue. PeriodicalsPeriodicals postage postage paid paid at at Burlington, Burlington, Iowa. Iowa. compromise, and also a tone of civility to pass meaningful legislation. Hopefully, election year politics POSTMASTER: POSTMASTER: TheThe PartnershipPartnership isis publishedpublished monthly monthly can take a backseat to true leadership. byby the the Greater Greater Burlington Burlington Partnership Partnership 610 610 North North FourthFourth Street, Street, Suite Suite 200, 200, Burlington, Burlington, Iowa Iowa 52601. 52601. POSTMASTERPOSTMASTER send send address address changes changes to to Greater Greater BurlingtonBurlington Partnership Partnership (USPS (USPS 001-692) 001-692) 610 610 North North FourthFourth Street, Street, Suite Suite 200, 200, Burlington, Burlington, Iowa Iowa 52601 52601 page 2 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 ON THE COVER c Jason Hutcheson Government Affairs Committee President & CEO 319-208-0043 jhutcheson@greaterburlingtoncom

The Partnership is very involved in public policy through the wonderful volunteers on the Government Relations committee. Each year, the committee drafts a public policy agenda based on the results of surveys and other feedback that the Chamber of Commerce has received from its members.

During the Iowa legislative session, the committee hosts monthly "Eggs and Issues" breakfasts. These sessions are a forum for Chamber of Commerce members to speak directly with area representatives at the state level. The committee also leads two regional lobbying trips - one to Des Moines and one to Washington, D.C. During these events, attendees advocate on policy issues and projects important to all of Southeast Iowa. Pictured from left to right: Wood Stortzum, U.S. Bank N.A.; Joel Sieren, Locally, the Government Relations committee moderates forums for local Edward Jones ; Patty Jaeger; Richard Goughnour, Des Moines County elections, providing an opportunity for voters to know where candidates Republicans; Jerry Jochims. stand on important issues. The volunteers on the committee help express Not pictured: Mary Beaird, Southeast Iowa Regional Airport; Matt Shinn, the business perspective on important issues at the local, state and national Two Rivers Bank & Trust; Bryan Bross, Klingner and Associates; Bob level. Their help is vital in influencing the future of our community! Bartles, Hope Haven Area Development Center; Sandy Dockendorf, Des Moines County Democrats; Jeff Burkhart, MidwestOne Bank; Chad Palmer, Energyficient.

#GreaterBurlingtonPartnership • GreaterBurlington.com page 3 Volunteer Spotlight: JON HART

EMPLOYER: Edward Jones COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERING: Current - Vice-President of the Purple & Gray Foundation; Member of Kiwanis; Board Chairman of Burlington Waterworks, trustee since 1999; Former - President of Kiwanis; Chairperson of West Hill United Methodist Church, basketball coach at YMCA, and Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and Ambassador How did you begin volunteering with the Chamber of Commerce? I joined the Chamber Ambassadors in 2009. It began as a way for me to get my name out there when I started with Edward Jones, but now I really do it more to say, “Congrats and welcome! I want to thank you for helping build this community.”

There are times I go to a new business and say, “Wow, there’s a ton of possibilities in here. There’s something I can put on my gift shopping list.” I don’t know that I would learn about those places if it weren’t for the Chamber of Commerce. How do you find time to be involved? Most days I’m at the office, but I’m not really kicking off meetings until 8 or 8:30 am unless a client says I need to come in at a certain time. Otherwise, I put the ribbon cuttings on my schedule and I work around it. It's all about time management.

What did you enjoy about being on the Board of Directors? I don’t spend a lot of time going to city council meetings, so the Chamber of Commerce is my opportunity to get a pulse on the community and ask if there are things I can do to help. I want to be involved; this is where I live. You’re better off trying to change things from within than sitting outside and complaining about it. We’re not always going to agree, but the Board of Directors gives a chance to have a dialogue.

page 4 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 What would you do?

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Active Shooter Response Seminar Thursday, April 26, 8:30 - 11:30 am or 1:30 – 4:30 pm Stay tuned for more details

A Greater Burlington Leadership Initiative

Chocoholic Frolic In the middle of winter, you deserve to indulge a bit! Sample a rich variety of delectable treats at the fourth annual Chocoholic Frolic in downtown Burlington. The event takes place on Saturday, February 10 from 2 to 5 PM. There are eighteen great tasting locations:

Art Center of Burlington, 301 Jefferson The Iowa Store, 400 Front Beancounter Coffeehouse & Drinkery, 212 Jefferson Legacy Retirement Solutions, LLC, 215 Jefferson Burlington Vintage & Co., 515 Jefferson LOFT Market, 416 Jefferson Coleen’s Hidden Gems, 611 Jefferson The Medium/Weird Harold's, 411 Jefferson Country Friends & More, 413 Jefferson Natural Inspirations, 213 Jefferson Csky Boutique, 417 Jefferson Nature’s Corner, Inc., 423 Jefferson FiberAddicts, 403 Jefferson Original Cyns, 520 Jefferson Gypsi, 312 Jefferson Red Screen Door, 301 Jefferson Hopefully Yours, 617 Jefferson Therapy Group, Inc. Counseling Services, 506 Jefferson

Advance tickets are $10 per person at the Iowa Store and Weird Harold’s - available through February 9, or $12 the day of and during the event at the same locations. You can also order tickets online at GreaterBurlington.com.

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#GreaterBurlingtonPartnership • GreaterBurlington.com page 5 - A YEAR IN REVIEW 2017 Annual Report

The artnership’sP Annual Report and Economic Scorecard is now available. Copies will be mailed out to main contacts in early February and were handed out at the Annual Dinner. The Annual Report features quantifiable objectives for each of the four Partnership divisions as well as facts about the organization. In addition, the economic scorecard highlights numerous statistics regarding the local economy. Although there is a cost to producing, printing and mailing the booklet, it is important that the organization be held accountable to its members, investors and stakeholders. We encourage you to share the publication with your employees and display it in your waiting room.

You can view the online version at GreaterBurlington.com or contact Belinda Colwell to get a copy.

WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS

Please welcome these new members by sending an email, liking their Facebook page or visiting their website. Even better, stop by to introduce yourself, exchange business cards and help grow their network as well as your own! Seeking Small Business Nominations 34 Raceway 10463 S Prairie Grove Rd, West Burlington, 309-221-3571, 34raceway.com The Partnership is asking you to nominate a small business Brad Stevens, Owner / Jessi Mynatt, General Manager that you feel has gone above and beyond and should be The premier place to race in Southeast Iowa! Races are every Saturday named the 2018 Small Business of the Year. They may have from late March to September on a 3/8 mile dirt oval. New ownership outstanding customer service, served the community for means new specials, new events and a ton of new excitement in 2018! a long time, stood out on a community partnership or simply just operate an outstanding small business.

To nominate a small business, complete the form at GreaterBurlington.com by March 30.

page 6 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 Myth: The Chamber of Commerce is a division of the City and funded by tax dollars. Busted: The Chamber of Commerce is a private, nonprofit, 501c3. The Chamber of Commerce is an organization of businesses seeking to further their collective interests, while advancing their region. They operate under the direction of a board of directors who are elected by the membership. As a non-governmental institution, a Chamber of Commerce has no direct role in the writing and passage of laws and regulations that affect businesses. It may, however, lobby in an attempt to get laws passed that are favorable to businesses. Myth: The Chamber of Commerce is part of the Better Business Bureau. Busted: Under the private, volunteer membership model, which exists in the USA and many other nations, companies are not obligated to become chamber members. Chambers do not operate in the same manner as a Better Business Bureau or trade association, which can bind its members under a formal operations doctrine (and, thus, can remove them). Businesses and other employers pay dues to belong and expect to receive the benefits of membership as long as they continue to invest in the organization. Myth: The Chamber of Commerce in Greater Burlington is the same as the Chamber of Commerce in Fort Madison, Mount Pleasant, Des Moines or New York City. If I belong to one of them that’s all I need to belong to. Busted: There is no inherent hierarchical structure in the Chamber of Commerce world. While each organization uses the same name, they are not connected. Each Chamber of Commerce has the ability to set their own programs, benefits, services and investment structure. In southeast Iowa, each Chamber of Commerce serves a different geographical territory. If you do business in Des Moines County you can join the Burlington/West Burlington area Chamber of Commerce. c

#GreaterBurlingtonPartnership • GreaterBurlington.com page 7 February Biz Tour

February 20 at 5:15 p m Doran & Ward Printing & Packaging 2811 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington

Join us for a tour of Doran & Ward Printing & Packaging. Doran & Ward is an industry leader in printing and packaging of items used in your everyday life. Closed toe shoes and long pants are required. RSVP through the YP Facebook event or [email protected]. All events are free for Young Professional members, $15 for non-members. First event is complementary for prospective members.

Greater Burlington Young Professionals YP OF THE MONTH a professional and social group for individuals between the age of 21 - 42. SAM NEWKIRK Employer: Prugh-Thielen Funeral Home Hometown: Burlington YP Member: 2 years

Why did you join YP? I joined YP to connect with other like-minded area professionals. I wanted to build new

friendships and get to know more people in my community.

Which community organizations do you volunteer for? I am a member of the Burlington Kiwanis Club, and I try to volunteer for any event that my schedule allows for. This year I was able to help with the Pancake Breakfast and the Kids Christmas Shopping Spree. They were both a lot of fun! What do you enjoy most about the area? I grew up in Burlington, so it was a great honor for me to return in 2015 to serve this community. I love seeing the constant change and growth in our town, and I am very proud to be a part of such a driven community. Unique about me: I was a volunteer firefighter in Lone Tree, IA for four years prior to moving back to Burlington.

page 8 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 GREAT RIVERHEALTH SYSTEM Enter theEntrepreneurCompetition; Community College. ContacttheSmallBusiness DevelopmentCentertoenroll. This courseisfreeofcharge. The deadline toregisterforthisyear'scompetition, withaprizepoolof$8,000, isFebruary 8 by4 competition isopentoanyDesMoinescountyresident withplanstostartabusinesswithinthecounty. Participants mustenrollintheWriting aWinningBusinessPlan classofferedbySoutheastern Welcome NewCEOMattWenzel 1225 SGear Ave, West Burlington Join uswithyourco-workers tobuildyournetworkat Visit GreaterBurlington.com for more information and to register for this year's competition Visit GreaterBurlington.com formoreinformationandtoregisterthisyear'scompetition Business After Hoursandgrowyourbusiness! #GreaterBurlingtonPartnership • GreaterBurlington.com February 15, 5-7 Mercy Plaza and chanceto win!

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9 JOIN US AFTER WORK MAKING A DIFFERENCE Thank you to the members for renewing their memberships and providing the resources to accomplish the ongoing goals of the Chamber of Commerce. Those listed in bold have made an additional commitment

by making a voluntary contribution. c

3E Electrical Engineering Burlington Community School District Iowa State University, Des Moines County and Equipment Company Burlington Family Eyecare Extension Service 5 Star Community Credit Union Burlington In Bloom Des Moines County Regional Solid ABC Fire Extinguisher Sales & Service, Inc. Burlington Noon Lions Club Waste Commission Access Energy Cooperative Burlington Produce Designer's Viewpoint Acuity Financial Burlington Rotary Club Divine Mercy Parish Alcohol & Drug Dependency Service of Burlington Short Line Railroad Douds Stone LLC, Heritage Quarry SE Iowa Burlington Trailways Drake Hardware & Software Aldo Leopold Pheasants Forever Chapter 271 Burlington/West Burlington Area The Drake, LLC Alfagomma America, Inc. United Way, Inc. Dunn Brothers Coffee Alzheimer's Association Carl A. Nelson & Company Fraternal Order of the Eagles #150 Arby's Restaurant Carpetland USA Edward Jones - Joel Sieren Arnold Refrigeration, Inc. Century 21 Property Professionals Edward Jones - Karen Elliott Barn on the Ridge Childrens' Dental Center of SE IA Employee Benefit Systems Celebration Barn & Amphitheater Burlington Civic Music Association, Inc. Energyficient Systems, Inc. Becker's Jewelers & Gemologists Clean Sweep Chimney Care EZ Media Bees Knees PR, LLC Community Action of Southeast Iowa Fareway Food Stores Big River Resources, LLC Community Health Centers of Southeastern Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust Blair House Nursing & Rehab Iowa, Inc. Farmers Savings Bank Bob Dodds Insurance Agency Connection Insurance Financial Adjustment Bureau, Inc. Borghi USA, Inc. Coppes Pest Solutions First Congregational Church Brad Deery Honda CPA Associates, P.C. First United Church of Christ Brockway Mechanical & Roofing Craftsman Press, Inc. First United Methodist Church Company, Inc. Cray Law Firm PLC Floyd's E-Z Way Container Service, Inc. Brown's Shoe Fit Crossroads RV Park FMA, Inc. Brozene Hydraulic Service CSI Ltd. Food Freedom Buckingham Strategic Wealth Dennis Company, Inc. French-Reneker-Associates, Inc. Buena Vista University Des Moines County Abstract & Title Co. The Burlington Apartments Des Moines County Emergency City of Burlington Management Agency

page 10 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 Thank you to the members for renewing their memberships and providing the resources to accomplish the ongoing goals of the Chamber of Commerce. Those listed in bold have made an additional commitment

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Iowa State University, Des Moines County Garrett M. Brockway Foundation Merit Construction S.G. Construction Extension Service Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and MFS Mutual Insurance Company Sherwood Company, Inc. Des Moines County Regional Solid Western Illinois Midwest Realty Group, Inc. Snyder & Associates, Inc. Waste Commission Golden Eagle Distributing Co. Midwest Vinyl Products, Inc. Southeast Iowa Builders Association Designer's Viewpoint Great River Coffee and Beverage Services Midwest Wood Goods Southeast Iowa Property Owners Divine Mercy Parish Great River Health System MikeWay, LLC Southeast Iowa Regional Douds Stone LLC, Heritage Quarry H & L Mack Truck Sales Inc. Milestones Area Agency on Aging Airport Authority Drake Hardware & Software Harmony Bible Church Mississippi Valley Callers Association Southeast Iowa Regional The Drake, LLC The Hawk Eye Modern Welding Company of Iowa, Inc. Planning Commission Dunn Brothers Coffee Heather Lange Designs Mohrfeld Electric Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra Fraternal Order of the Eagles #150 Hope Haven Area Development Center Corp. Myers Construction, Inc. Southeastern Community College Edward Jones - Joel Sieren Hutcheson Properties, LLC Nature's Corner, Inc. Spirit Hollow Edward Jones - Karen Elliott Ideal Ready Mix Company Neff's Tire and Auto E.G. Staats & Co., Inc. Employee Benefit Systems IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union Northwestern Mutual State Farm Insurance Energyficient Systems, Inc. Indiana, Illinois, Iowa Foundation Optimist Club of Burlington/ John Korschgen Agency EZ Media for Fair Contracting West Burlington Sterzing Food Company Fareway Food Stores Industrial Service Corp. Peck Properties, LLC Steve & Diane Sanders Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust Integrated Technology Partners Refreshment Services Pepsi SunnyBrook Assisted Living Farmers Savings Bank Iowa Fertilizer Company Players Workshop Taco John's Financial Adjustment Bureau, Inc. J & S Electronic Business Systems, Inc. Ploeger Recruiting Services TD&T CPAs and Advisors First Congregational Church Jeff's West Avenue Automotive Dr. Mark C. Pothitakis D.D.S. Temp Associates First United Church of Christ Jimmy John's Prairie Radio Communications Tenderfoot Carpets, L.P. First United Methodist Church Junior Achievement of the Heartland, Inc. Preferred Products Corporation The Countess Bed & Breakfast Floyd's E-Z Way Container Service, Inc. Kaplan University Premier Designs - Penny Sudbeck The Nest of Des Moines County FMA, Inc. Kellogg, Dr. Roderick E. Premium Quality Lighting Therapy Group, Inc. Counseling Services Food Freedom Kempker's True Value KDMG, KKMI, WQKQ, KHDK, KBUR, Toyer Strategic Consulting, LLC French-Reneker-Associates, Inc. Kevin Moore Professional Carpentry KBKB AM Radio Stations WIUM 106.3, WIUW 89.5, WVKC 90.7 Keystone Products Prugh Funeral Service Radio Stations Kitchen Solvers QCI Thermal Systems Triple S Leasing, LLC Kiwanis QPS Employment Group Two Rivers Insurance Services Kodiak Cakes Quality Inn Tyson Fresh Meats KPI Concepts, Inc. Dr. Brad Randolph D.D.S. Universal Therapy Group, LLC KS Massage Therapy RE/MAX Real Estate Specialists U.S. Gypsum La Tavola Record Securities Van Meter, Inc. Legacy Retirement Solutions, LLC Rexroth Chiropractic Center Walmart Vision Center Let's Travel, Inc. Richard Goughnour Dr. Eric O'Brien, OD Lindon Wines Riddles Jewelry Warth Insurance Agency Maid to Serve Ritter's Landscaping, Home & Welch's Insurance Agency, Inc. Hamilton-Walters Detachment Marine Garden Center City of West Burlington Corps League River Ridge Dental Care West Burlington School District McLaughlin Freight Services, Inc. Rosebush Gardens Assisted Living Whitetail Country Estates, LLC David McMurray Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Winegard Company Mediacom Sagacity Benefits W.W. Transport, Inc. Mediapolis Community School District Salvation Army Corps The Medium Art Store Servpro of Burlington

Those listed are renewals received from 12/13/2017 through 01/10/2018.

#GreaterBurlingtonPartnership • GreaterBurlington.com page 11 Eggs & Issues February 17 $5 Breakfast, Free Coffee and Legislative Insight Breakfast is ready at 7:15 am, Forum starts at 7:30 am RSVP to Belinda Colwell by February 15.

Sponsored by TriOak Foods

Join us as we travel to Des Moines on February 21 - 22 representing the Southeast Iowa region to share our legislative priorities and hear the latest happenings from the State of Iowa. Your voice is important! Key topics to be covered: Water Quality, Tax Reform, and Economic Development. The participation fee is $135 per person covering the legislative luncheon, reception and breakfast with legislative leadership, plus numerous Q&A sessions covering Southeast Iowa key issues. To RSVP, contact Belinda Colwell.

page 12 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 D.C.SAVE Summit THE - May DATE: 21 - 23 Meet with elected Iowa Delegates in Washington, D.C. If you have interest in joining the Southeast Iowa Delegation contact Rachel Lindeen.

2018 Legislative Priorities Released The issue highlights the Greater Burlington Partnership's 2018 Policy Agenda including Federal, State and local priorities. To view all of the official legislative position statements, visit GreaterBurlington.com and click on the "Legislative Agenda" button on the homepage.

#GreaterBurlingtonPartnership • GreaterBurlington.com page 13 FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS SAVE the DATE

2 - Switchback Concert 14 - Cookie Decorating 17 - Mardi Gras Festival Starr's Cave Nature Center, 7:30 pm Burlington Public Library, 5 - 7 pm PZAZZ! Convention and Event Center MARCH DMCConservation.com Burlington.lib.ia.us 6 pm 12 - 14 - 5th & 8th Grade Career Fairs Elks84.org Southeastern Community College 2 - X-Ray Mary with Living Lucid 14 - Dublin Irish Dance - Civic Music The Washington, 8 pm Burlington Memorial Auditorium, 7:30 pm 18 - SEISO Classical Consert Series: Amor 17 - Eggs & Issues TheWashingtonMusic.com BurlCivicMusic.com Capitol Theater, 2 - 3:30 pm Greater Burlington Partnership SEISO.us 7:30 am 3, 4 - Port of Burlington Open 15 - Business After Hours Chess Tournament Great River Health System, 5 - 7 pm 21, 22 - Southeast Iowa Days The Loft of Burlington, times vary GreaterBurlington.com Des Moines APRIL IL-Chess.org GreaterBurlington.com 15 - Owl Prowl 19 - Business After Hours 7 - Valentines for Seniors Starr's Cave Nature Center 23, 24, 25 - Come Back, Little Sheba American EyeCare and Burlington Public Library, 5 - 7 pm 7 - 8:30 pm Players Workshop, show times vary Freedom LASIK Burlington.lib.ia.us DMCConservation.com PlayersWorkshopTheater.com 5 - 7 pm 10 - Southeast Iowa STEMFest 16 - No School Friday Art Camp 24 - Kid's Science Expo: International Southeastern Community College Art Center of Burlington, 9 am - 5 pm Polar Bear Day 10 am - 1 pm ArtCenterofBurlington.com Starr's Cave Nature Center, 11 am - 2 pm MAY GreaterBurlington.com DMCConservation.com 17 - Eggs & Issues 3 - Jefferson St Farmers Market Opens 10 , 11 - Big Toy & Outdoor Recreation Greater Burlington Partnership, 7:30 am Downtown Burlington Show GreaterBurlington.com 4 - Spring Sip, Taste & Stroll Westland Mall, hours vary Downtown Burlington WeslandMall.net 5- Downtown Spring Open House 10 - Chocoholic Frolic Downtown Burlington Downtown Burlington, 2 - 5 pm GreaterBurlington.com 11 - Small Business Appreciation Breakfast Comfort Suites Hotel & Conference 10 - South for the Win-Tour Center The Washington, 6 pm 10 - Iowa Challenge Burlington Memorial Auditorium 7:30 pm facebook.com/IowaChallengeMma

GET MORE EVENT DETAILS: GreaterBurlington.com

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Healthy Lifestyles Conference Players Workshop - Come Back, Little the SAVE DATE Presented by Southeast Iowa Regional Coalition for Sheba Lifestyle Enhancement. This is a story of marital frustrations. A young college April 4, 2018 from 8 am - 4:30 pm student becomes a boarder, and the couple finds that their at Comfort Suites Hotel and Conference Center marital anger is being reawakened.

Dr. Ann Kulze returns to speak on healthy lifestyles. Come Back, Little Sheba will run at the Little Theater on Cost is $74 per person and will include breakout 1431 Grove St February 23 - 25. Performances 7:30 pm sessions. Great for nurses, dietitians, school nurses, food with the exception of the Sunday matinees at 2 pm. service personnel, wellness coordinators, and anyone Purchase your tickets at the Little Theater box office. It who works with people needing help finding a healthier opens at 6 pm for evening shows and Noon for Sunday lifestyle. performances. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for students. For more information, contact Christine O'Brien, For more information, visit playersworkshoptheater.com Community Action of Southeast Iowa at 319-753-0193 or check out the Facebook page. or by e-mail at [email protected].

Save the Date for the Shamrock Business Appreciation Week at Shuffle KimAnne Photography! Burlington Kiwanis is excited to announce the return of Come see us for your updated business portrait at the Shamrock Shuffle. The 5K run/walk will take place a discounted rate as an appreciation for our local on Saturday, March 10 at 10 am in Crapo Park. Again businesses! Schedule your session during our this year, the Shamrock Shuffle will be a color run, and appreciation week, February 13 - 16, and receive 30% off participants will enjoy the festive course as they run of your business portrait. Each portrait will be retouched through bursts of color. and delivered via e-mail. Call now to reserve your session 319-758-0800. All proceeds from the event will be used for area Open Tuesday through Friday from 9 am - 5 pm. children’s programs. If you would like to help support the Shamrock Shuffle through sponsorships or need Like us on Facebook at "KimAnne Photography" and more information, email follow us on Instagram at kimannephoto for upcoming [email protected]. events and specials!

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