2010 Greater Burlington Partnership
Events Calendar
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6 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
7 - Small Business Appreciation
Small businesses make up over 80% of membership in the Chamber of Commerce, so it is fitting that the Small Business of the Year Award is presented to an area business during this appreciation event. This is a member only event. For more information, contact Brenda Levitt at 310-208-0047 or email at blevitt@growburlington.com.
13 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
20 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
27 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
28 - Friday Fest
Promote your business at this popular Friday community celebration on the Burlington Riverfront. Enjoy live music and beverages. Event is open to the public. Come and join us for this fun-filled event! All proceeds will benefit the Port of Burlington Welcome Center. For more information, call Jaime Howard at 319-208-0052 or email at jhoward@growburlington.com.
28-29 - Snake Alley Criterium
Voted the 5th Best Criterium in the U.S. by a national cycling magazine, the weekend of racing excitement gets under way with the 80-mile Burlington Road Race. On Saturday, watch top cyclists from throughout the world as they race up Snake Alley. For more information, call Steve Frevert at 319-208-0056.
3 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
10 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
17 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
24 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
1 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
8 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
9 - Friday Fest
Promote your business at this popular Friday community celebration on the Burlington Riverfront. Enjoy live music and beverages. Event is open to the public. Come and join us for this fun-filled event! All proceeds will benefit the Port of Burlington Welcome Center. For more information, call Jaime Howard at 319-208-0052 or email at jhoward@growburlington.com.
15- Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
22 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
29 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
30 - Friday Fest
Promote your business at this popular Friday community celebration on the Burlington Riverfront.
5 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
12 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
13 - Friday Fest
Promote your business at this popular Friday community celebration on the Burlington Riverfront. Enjoy live music and beverages. Event is open to the public. Come and join us for this fun-filled event! All proceeds will benefit the Port of Burlington Welcome Center. For more information, call Jaime Howard at 319-208-0052 or email at jhoward@growburlington.com.
19 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
26 - CBA Golf Classic
The Chamber Business Appreciation Golf Classic offers networking with local and regional chamber members, vendors and customers combined with a day of golfing fun! For more information, call Kay Breuer at 319-208-0041 or email at kbreuer@growburlington.com.
26 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
1 - All Teacher Reception
Show appreciation for Des Moines County Educators and Administrators for working with our future workforce. Businesses have the opportunity to network with educators and administrators while promoting their business. For more information, call Brenda Wischmeier at 319-208-0040 or email bwischmeier@growburlington.com.
2 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
3 - Friday Fest
Promote your business at this popular Friday community celebration on the Burlington Riverfront. Enjoy live music and beverages. Event is open to the public. Come and join us for this fun-filled event! All proceeds will benefit the Port of Burlington Welcome Center. For more information, call Jaime Howard at 319-208-0052 or email at jhoward@growburlington.com.
9 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
16 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
23 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
24 - Friday Fest
Promote your business at this popular Friday community celebration on the Burlington Riverfront. Enjoy live music and beverages. Event is open to the public. Come and join us for this fun-filled event! All proceeds will benefit the Port of Burlington Welcome Center. For more information, call Jaime Howard at 319-208-0052 or email at jhoward@growburlington.com.
24- 25 - Heritage Days
Come and enjoy live music, lots of family activities, great food and historical demonstrations during this fun-filled celebration of our community's rich, multiethnic heritage held in downtown Burlington. Activities begin at 11 AM. For more information, call Steve Frevert at 319-208-0056.
30 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
7 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
8 - Manufacturers Appreciation Luncheon
The luncheon is held in appreciation of the area manufacturers who employ thousands of workers and keep the economy growing. This is a great opportunity to gain the attention of major employers and show your appreciation. This is a member only event. For more information, contact Brenda Levitt at 310-208-0047 or email at blevitt@growburlington.com.
14 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
21 - Business After Hours
Business After Hours at Great River Business Health, located at 1401 W Agency Road, lets you relax and socialize inside of a different business each time. Members, employees, family and friends are invited anytime between 5 PM to 7 PM. For more information, call Kay Breuer at 319-208-0041 or email at kbreuer@growburlington.com.
21 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
28 - Farmers Market
The Riverfront Farmers Market is open from 5 to 8 PM every Thursday from May 6 to October 28. The market, supported by First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, is regularly held at the Port of Burlington. For more information, call Judy Parks at 319-752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com.
29 – Downtown Trick or Treat
From 4 to 6 PM - Participating businesses provide free goodies to all children in Halloween costumes. Join the parade of costumes while you enjoy your stroll down Jefferson Street. You might even find some surprise tricks and treats along the way. For more information, call Steve Frevert at 319-208-0056 or email sfrevert@growburlington.com.
TBA- Manufacturers Appreciation Golf Outing
Join area manufacturers for an appreciation golf outing. Participation is limited to the first 124 golfers. This is a member only event. Prices are $50 per golfer or $200 per team and cart and steak dinner is included in registration. This 4 person best shot is a shotgun start at 12:30 PM with golfers signed in by noon. If you are interested in signing up a team, contact Brenda Wischmeier at 319-208-0040 or email at bwischmeier@growburlington.com.
4 - Indoor Farmers Market
The Riverfront Indoor Winter Market will be held at The Burlington Apartments from 4 to 7 PM from November 4 to December 16 Come check out the variety of hand crafted and homemade goods and food items. For more information, call Judy Parks at 752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com and download an application.
7 – Downtown Annual Holiday Open House
Kickoff off your holiday season with one of Burlington's favorite events - The Downtown Partners Holiday Open House. The Open house features the giveaway of $1,000 worth of Downtown Dollars, plus delicious snacks & refreshments, photos with Santa and a chance to do some stress-free Christmas shopping. Gather your friends and family and come Downtown for this special day of shopping and fun. Register at all participating merchants and at 4 PM gather in the 400 block of Jefferson to see if you are a winner! For more information, call Steve Frevert at 319-208-0056 or email at sfrevert@growburlington.com.
11 - Indoor Farmers Market
The Riverfront Indoor Winter Market will be held at The Burlington Apartments from 4 to 7 PM from November 4 to December 16 Come check out the variety of hand crafted and homemade goods and food items. For more information, call Judy Parks at 752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com and download an application.
18- Business After Hours
Business After Hours at KYOU Fox 15, location to be annouced, lets you relax and socialize inside of a different business each time. Members, employees, family and friends are invited anytime between 5 PM to 7 PM. For more information, call Kay Breuer at 319-208-0041 or email at kbreuer@growburlington.com.
18 - Indoor Farmers Market
The Riverfront Indoor Winter Market will be held at The Burlington Apartments from 4 to 7 PM from November 4 to December 16 Come check out the variety of hand crafted and homemade goods and food items. For more information, call Judy Parks at 752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com and download an application.
25 - Indoor Farmers Market
The Riverfront Indoor Winter Market will be held at The Burlington Apartments from 4 to 7 PM from November 4 to December 16 Come check out the variety of hand crafted and homemade goods and food items. For more information, call Judy Parks at 752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com and download an application.
27 - Lighted Holiday Parade
A holiday tradition in Downtown Burlington, the parade is a great place to bring family and friends. Enjoy the lights, sounds and music during this fun-filled event. The 2010 theme Toyland. The events begins at 5 PM. For more information, call Steve Frevert at 319-208-0056.
2 - Living Windows
Now one of Southeast Iowa's favorite holiday events, Living Windows features more than 60 Downtown window fronts and includes drama clubs, carolers, church choirs, a live Nativity, storytellers, Santa & Mrs. Claus, free horse-drawn trolley rides and lots of complimentary food and hot beverages. The event will take place from 6 to 8 PM. For more information, call Steve Frevert at 319-208-0056.
2 - Indoor Farmers Market
The Riverfront Indoor Winter Market will be held at The Burlington Apartments from 4 to 7 PM from November 4 to December 16 Come check out the variety of hand crafted and homemade goods and food items. For more information, call Judy Parks at 752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com and download an application.
9 - Indoor Farmers Market
The Riverfront Indoor Winter Market will be held at The Burlington Apartments from 4 to 7 PM from November 4 to December 16 Come check out the variety of hand crafted and homemade goods and food items. For more information, call Judy Parks at 752-6388 or email indoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com and download an application.
13 - Holiday Business Showcase
A festive event when area businesses feature products and services to over 250 guests at display booths. Hors d’voueres, beverages and a grand prize are also provided. Location to be announced. Members, employees, family and friends are invited anytime between 5 PM to 7 PM. For more information, call Kay Breuer at 319-208-0041 or email at kbreuer@growburlington.com.
16 - Indoor Farmers Market
The Riverfront Indoor Winter Market will be held at The Burlington Apartments from 4 to 7 PM from November 4 to December 16 Come check out the variety of hand crafted and homemade goods and food items. For more information, call Judy Parks at 752-6388 or emailindoormarket08@q.com or visit www.growburlington.com and download an application.
