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Pearl City ProgressNewsletter for the Greater Muscatine Chamber
of Commerce & Industry
Volume 20 Number 4 April 2011
GMCCI works to improve the business climate and community
quality of life by taking a leadership role in the areas of
business growth, recruitment, information, advocacy, community
marketing, improvement initiatives, leadership
development, and visitor services.
Hundreds Enjoy Annual Meeting & Recognition Night300 members
of the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry
gathered on Tuesday, March 29 to celebrate the success of the 2010
– 2011 year.
More than 40 members were recognized for milestone membership
anniversaries with GMCCI. Family Eye & Contact Lens Center
achieved 50 years of continuous membership and Temp Associates
marked 25 years of membership.
Always a highlight, the 2010 – 2011 Volunteer of the Year Award
was presented to Tom Hendricks. Tom’s strong commitment to
Muscatine and willingness
to support programs and projects around the community made him
an outstanding choice for this year’s award.
Special guest Paul Gertner amazed the crowd with magic during
the extended cocktail reception, sponsored by Hampton Inn. Paul’s
after-dinner entertainment left many marveling at his talents.
The evening’s Gold Level Sponsors included: HNI Corporation,
Integrated Technology Partners, Muscatine Power & Water,
Stanley Consultants and Team Staffing Solutions.
Silver Level Sponsors were Central State Bank, Fabricators Plus,
First National Bank, Reliable Network Solutions and Trinity
Muscatine.
Action dessert stations were a new addition to the annual event,
and were sponsored by Lutheran Homes.
GMCCI also thanks Clarion Hotel Muscatine, Flowers on the
Avenue, Genevieve’s Photography, Hy-Vee Florist, Miller’s Florist,
The Crystal Tea Room and The Flower Gallery for their in-kind
donations to the event.
Tom “Taco” Hendricks was recognized as Volunteer of the Year.
Tom’s dedication to Muscatine and his involvement and tireless
support of many community events and organizations earned him a
standing ovation from the crowd.
GMCCI Members enjoyed an extended cocktail reception this year,
which allowed for extra socializing and networking time before the
dinner and entertainment.
During the cocktail reception, Sal & Stephanie LoBianco,
left, visited with Dr. Jo Drahos, Riverside Animal Hospital, and
Vicki Beckey, Taylor, Rees, Beckey & Co.
Family Eye & Contact Lens Center was recog-nized for 50
years of continuous membership in GMCCI. Accepting the award were
Dr. Peter Korpi and Dr. Mark Hansen.
Temp Associates was recognized for 25 years of continuous
membership with GMCCI. Accepting the award were owners Bob and
JoAnn Jensen and staff.
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Don’t Miss Our Upcoming EventsGMCCI invites you to join us for
the following events in April.
Whether you want to learn something new or network with other
Muscatine-area professionals, we’ve got you covered
Business After Hours:Clarion Hotel Muscatine
Thursday, April 145:00 to 7:00 PMHighway 61 North
Wake-Up Wednesday Wednesday, April 20
6:45 to 8:45 AM 3127 Lucas
Learn Over Lunch EventsReservations requested
Microsoft Community Connections:Windows 7, Office 2010 &
Windows Small
Business ServerTuesday, April 5, Noon to 1:30 PM
Small Steps To Health & WealthWednesday, April 20, Noon to
1:30 PM
ISU Extension Office
GMCCI Board of Directors2010-2011
OfficersChair of the BoardDavid Penn, MonsantoChair ElectCara
Fuller, Bridgestone BandagImmediate Past ChairScott Ingstad, First
National BankChair-FinanceOpen - seeking a volunteerChair –
MembershipLynn Allison, Ruhl & RuhlChair – Community
DevelopmentPam Collins, Musser Public LibraryChair - Economic
DevelopmentDoug Krieger, Krieger Motor CompanyChair - Public
PolicyCara Fuller, Bridgestone Bandag Chair - Tourism and
HospitalityTom Hendricks, Taco John’s of Muscatine
DirectorsLynn Allison, Ruhl & RuhlJeff Armstrong, Muscatine
Community CollegeDoug Buster, Fabricators PlusGary Carlson, HNI
CorporationPam Collins, Musser Public LibraryBill Decker, Muscatine
Community School DistrictCara Fuller, Bridgestone Bandag, LLCBrenda
Garcia-Van Auken, State Farm InsuranceNick Gow, Young Professionals
NetworkTom Green, H.J. Heinz, L.P.Kevin Harle, SSABJames Hayes,
Trinity MuscatineTom Hendricks, Taco John’s of MuscatineStan Howe,
Member EmeritusScott Ingstad, First National BankSteve Jameson,
Muscatine JournalGreg Kistler, Central State BankPaul Kraushaar,
Muscatine Physical TherapyDoug Krieger, Krieger Motor CompanyJohn
Kuhl, Muscatine Foods CorporationSal LoBianco, Muscatine Power
& WaterGregg Mandsager, City of MuscatineJay McKee, McKee
Button CompanyAnn Meeker, Pearl PlazaDave Mohr, Eastern Iowa Light
& PowerBrett Nelson, Musco Lighting, LLCKasey O’Kelly, Hy-Vee
DrugstoreDan Paca, Kent FeedsDavid Penn, MonsantoTaura Prosek,
Central State BankJim Reynolds, Reynolds EngineeringGary Slight,
Community BankRick Smith, Stanley ConsultantsNancy Snaadt, Alliant
EnergyDave Watkins, Muscatine County
Renewed MembersCongratulations to the following members, who
celebrate their GMCCI membership anniversary in April!
ABC Portable StorageAcme Materials Co.Advanced Business
SystemsAnytime FitnessApplebee’sAppraisal GroupBlue Flame Propane
LLCBosch Pest Control, Inc.Butterworth Clocks, IncCarrington Place
of MuscatineCarver Construction CompanyCentral State BankClarion
Hotel MuscatineCredit Bureau of MuscatineCulver’s of
MuscatineDeloitte & ToucheFamily Resources IncFBG Service
CorporationFirst National Bank of MuscatineFrye Builders &
Associates IncGeneva Golf & Country ClubGeo M Wittich-Lewis
Funeral HomeH J Heinz L.P.Harper’s Cycling & FitnessHNI
CorporationHome Inspection Plus, LLCHy-Brand Industrial
ContractorsIowa Wireless ServicesKrieger Motor
CompanyLaserpackLewis Industrial Services, IncMartin & Whitacre
Surveyors & Eng, Inc.Mercy HospitalMichael J. McMahon,
CPAMidtown Towing & Repair Service
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Muscatine Computer StoreMuscatine History & Industry
CenterMuscatine Medical Association, LLCMuscatine Power &
WaterMuscatine TravelMuscatine Veterinary Hospital, PCNBA Schroder
InsuranceNew Hope FoundationNew Ventures CooperativeOffice Machine
ConsultantsOrscheln Farm & HomePhoenix ProductsPierce Furniture
CompanyPlamor LanesPotters IndustriesPremier Computer Services
LLCPrincipal Financial Group Pro Hair Designs Salon &
SpaQuality CobblerRe/Max ProfessionalsReif Oil Co/Muscatine Conoco
Fast BreakSachs, CarlSchmidt’s Farm MarketSprouse Distributing,
IncState Farm Insurance - Buenemann, AmandaThe Tread ShopThomas L
Lambert PCTOTBAW IncTrinity MuscatineTrissel Graham &
TooleUnited States Postal ServiceV H Willis Company, LLCVision
Center, PCWendling Quarries Inc
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Ribbon Cutting Opens Bobbie Holliday’s Edward Jones Office
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Members of the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce and
Industry turned out on Tuesday, March 8 to help Bobbie Holliday cut
the ribbon at her new Edward Jones office. Now at 100 East Second
Street in downtown Muscatine, Bobbie had previously been located
with fellow agent Bob Sheets. She has now opened her own office and
is accepting new clients.
In addition to her new address, Bobbie has a new phone number
and can be reached at (563) 263-2556.
GMCCI welcomes Bobbie to downtown Muscatine and congratulates
her and the staff on this exciting move.
Small Business After Hours: Mardi Gras StyleMore than 60 members
of the Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce and Industry enjoyed
the first small business cooperative Business After Hours event of
the year on March 10. The Mardi Gras themed evening was hosted by
Fareway, the Muscatine Journal, the Rendezvous and Sedona
Staffing.
Attendees enjoyed an evening filled with New Orleans favorites,
including beignets, king cake and shrimp jambalaya. Beer and wine
samples rounded out the event’s festive feel.
The four event co-sponsors organized a 50/50 raffle during the
event. Proceeds from the raffle generated $150 for the Community
Foundation of Greater Muscatine.
GMCCI thanks Fareway, the Muscatine Journal, the Rendezvous and
Sedona Staffing for hosting an outstanding evening of fun and
networking.
James Riley (Fareway), Cindy Carver (Rendezvous), Ronda Stout
(Sedona Staffing) Jaime Bryant and Steve Jameson (Muscatine
Journal) prepare to draw the winner of the 50/50 raffle at the
Business After Hours held March 10.
A&E Cuts Ribbon At New Southend StoreMembers of the Greater
Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry turned out on
Wednesday, March 23 to celebrate the official opening of A&E
Convenience, 4701 Highway 61 South. Owned by Mike Frye, Richard
Maynard and Todd Frye, the store fills the
needs of busy motorists and area employees seeking a quick bite
to eat.
The store offers 24-hour pay at the pump gasoline and diesel
fuel. Quick meal options at the facility include a Subway
restaurant, Champs Chicken and Hunt Brothers Pizza. A car wash is
also available. The store is open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday
through Thursday, and until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
The store’s name is comprised of the initials of two of Mike
Frye’s granddaughters, Alexa and Ella, who were on hand to help cut
the ribbon at the event. Other Frye grandchildren are pictured on a
painted mural inside the store.
GMCCI congratulates A&E Convenience and welcomes them as a
new member of our organization.
Full Service Graphic Design & Printing Company
216 Sycamore Street, Suite 103Muscatine, Iowa563.264.6501
Visit www.sycamoreink.com for the latest specials.
A&E Convenience co-owners Mike Frye, Richard Maynard and
Todd Frye were joined by family, friends
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Muscatine, Iowa563.263.1695
The MOST is The Least We Can DoCall It What You Will... New
Construction >> Phase Inspections >> FHA / VA
InspectionsWarranty Inspections >> Pre-listing Inspections
>> Investment Inspections
Ken Rogers, OwnerCertified by National Environmental Health
Association (N.E.H.A.) for Healthy Homes InspectionsEmail:
[email protected]
A.S.H.I. Associate* Dustin RogersLicensed / Certified
InspectorEmail: [email protected]
A.S.H.I. Associate*
>> Roof>> Plumbing>> Lead Paint
>> Structure>> H.V.A.C.>> Asbestos
>> Foundation>> Grounds>> Mold
>> Interior>> Appliances>> Sand Filter
>> Exterior>> Fireplace>> Septic System
>> Electrical>> Termite>> Radon Testing
...and we are licensed and certified for it ALL!
We Call It A Complete Home Inspection.
www.homeinspectionplus.bizIOWA DNRLicensed for
Septic SystemInspections &Sand FilterSampling
New Members
Bark Chiropractic Owner: Bradley Bark, D.C.200 East Second
Street, Muscatine(563) 263-3800www.barkchiro.comBark Chiropractic
is now open in downtown Muscatine. Dr. Bark and his staff look
forward to working with the community, businesses and health care
professionals in the Muscatine community.
The Crystal Tea RoomOwner: Hazel GreenMuscatine Mall1903 Park
Avenue, Muscatine(563) 263-3812www.crystaltearoom.com
The Crystal Tea Room offers a Victorian tea experience. The tea
room is available for rent for parties for children and adults,
showers and other special events.
Genevieve’s PhotographyOwner: Genevieve Meeker1701 Grandview
Avenue, Muscatine(563) 262-5009genevievesphotography.comGenevieve’s
Photography is a full service photography studio offering
exceptional quality and the latest in digital portrait imagery.
From babies, to maternity, family to pets, Genevieve knows how to
get the best out of every client and has fun in the process.
Pearce Virtual Solutions Owner: Dona PearceAddress: 2431
Longhurst Court(563) 299-8042www.pearcevirtualsolutions.comA
virtual assistant is a person that supplies remote services to
assist with personal or business organization and performs the same
functions as an in-house employee. Dona Pearce, owner of Pearce
Virtual Solutions and a self-employed freelancer, is dedicated to
freeing small business owners, real estate agents, non-profit
groups and entrepreneurs from the drudgery of day-to-day paperwork
that can often be overwhelming.
GMCCI Hosts Governor’s Town Hall Meeting In Muscatine The
Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry sponsored a
visit to Muscatine by Governor Terry Branstad and Lieutenant
Governor Kim Reynolds on Friday, March 18 at the Clarion Hotel
Muscatine.
The stop in Muscatine was part of the Governor’s Jobs for Iowa
Tour. The Governor and Lieutenant Governor provided an overview of
their job creation initiatives and asked the crowd of approximately
70 people to help move their agenda forward by contacting their
legislators. The duo spent an hour discussing their initiatives and
answering questions from constituents.
GMCCI was pleased to coordinate arrangements for this event.
GMCCI’s Bill Phelan, left, and Greg Jenkins, far right, welcomed
Iowa Lieutenant Governor Kim Reynolds and Governor Terry Branstad
to Muscatine on March 18. The community was one of several stops on
the Governor’s Jobs for Iowa Tour.
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Staff
Bill PhelanPresident & [email protected]
Jane DaufeldtVice President, Community
[email protected]
Greg JenkinsVice President, Economic
[email protected]
Kerri McKimMarketing & Communications
[email protected]
Heather ShoppaCVB [email protected]
Sarah BannEvent [email protected]
Shea EitmanOffice [email protected]
Bill Phelan President & CEO [email protected]
Kerri McKim Marketing & Communications Coordinator
[email protected]
Greg Jenkins Economic Development [email protected]
Jane Daufeldt Executive Director [email protected]
Heather Shoppa CVB Manager [email protected]
Bill Phelan President & CEO [email protected]
Kerri McKim Marketing & Communications Coordinator
[email protected]
Greg Jenkins Economic Development [email protected]
Jane Daufeldt Executive Director [email protected]
Heather Shoppa CVB Manager [email protected]
LYNN ALLISON 563.260.4520
[email protected] www.LynnAllison.RuhlHomes.com
High quality, research tested, food ingredients, ethyl alcohol,
packaged goods, pet products and animal feed.
www.muscatinefoods.com
YPN To Host Two April EventsThe Young Professionals Network is
excited to host its April Third Thursday at the Elms on April 21,
beginning at 5:30 pm. This month’s event will feature YPN’s annual
school supply drive. Supplies will be donated to the P.E.N.C.I.L.
program through Community Action of Eastern Iowa. To encourage
participation, the Community & Professional Development
Committee will facilitate a friendly competition based on number of
supplies and weight of the supplies donated. Thank you in advance
to the featured corporate supporters – Central State Bank and The
HON Company.
Prior to Third Thursday, YPN members will be working with the
City of Muscatine on an Earth Day project at Weed Park on Saturday,
April 16, from 9:00 am to noon. Volunteers will support Muscatine
Parks and Recreation with projects such as mulching, planting, and
trail maintenance.
For more information about YPN or to get involved with the
events listed above, contact Sarah Bann, GMCCI’s YPN Liaison, at
[email protected].
Muscatine Foods To Reinvest In MuscatineMuscatine Foods
Corporation and Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM) recently
announced the planned sale of the Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions
(BBTS) office building located on the corner of Highway 61 and 38
to Muscatine Foods Corporation (MFC). The parties disclosed that
they have entered into a sale agreement and anticipate a closing
within ninety days. Terms of the pending transaction were not
disclosed.
“We have been experiencing growth and last year relocated the
headquarters of several of our business units to Muscatine. Our
challenge is that we have run out
of space; our current office space is not sufficient to support
our business needs today and for the future. We feel very good
about continuing to invest in Muscatine,” said Gage A. Kent, CEO
and Chairman of the Board of MFC. MFC and its subsidiaries will
office at both the new location and at its facilities on Oregon
Street. MFC has had a presence in Muscatine since 1936; with
businesses started by Gage A. Kent, grandfather of the current CEO
and CHB.
“MFC and the Kent Family have been contributors to the greater
Muscatine communities for generations. They not only have provided
significant resources to community betterment over the years, but
have continued to be a very strong employer and advocate for
Muscatine,” said Bill Phelan, President & CEO Greater Muscatine
Chamber of Commerce & Industry. “Our community has benefited
from their employees living in Muscatine and volunteering in every
area of community life.”
Kurt Danielson, President, BBTS commented, “BBTS is very pleased
to work with Muscatine Foods towards a seamless transition of
office space. BBTS current staff will relocate to other facilities
in town, including the Bridgestone Bandag Learning Center. BBTS
continues to be part of the community, with approximately 220 BBTS
teammates based in Muscatine.”
High quality, research tested, food ingredients, ethyl alcohol,
packaged goods, pet products and animal feed.
www.muscatinefoods.com
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Grow Your Business with GMCCI and SCORE
Now is an excellent time to review strategies for growning your
business.SCORE has the answers for your small business.
Q: How often should an entrepreneur review and update his/her
business plan, and what areas should be watched most closely?
A: Conduct a regular annual review. This doesn’t need to be
overly extensive - look for changes in your target market, areas
that may need to be reprioritized, and ways to improve the
efficiency of your operations.
Every 3-5 years is when you do a more comprehensive review, and
look for ways to really move the needle.
Finally, review your plan after a major shift in your industry
or other critical event. We had to do this when the retail
publishing market - the core of our business at the time - suddenly
declined in 2008. Everyone in The Planning Shop was involved with
offering and critiquing
ideas. That effort is why we’re still here and thriving.
Q: Why should every small business owner, even those that are
doing quite well, commit to short- and long-term planning?
A: Planning gets you out of “reactive mode”. Many small business
owners think the path to success is doing one thing, then doing
more of it. If the market falls off, your instinct is to make more
sales. But you can’t make sales if there’s no market to sell to.
That’s why you need to continually be aware of things that can
affect your business - both threats and opportunities.
Q: What is the key to designing jobs and responsibilities that
will best meet the needs of your business?
A: Make a list of your needs and priorities and see which ones
can be grouped together. A common mistake is to have one person do
multiple things that actually require differing skill sets and
personality
types. By having a clear idea of what you want the person to do,
you’re more likely to attract applicants who fit those needs. And
you may find the best answer is to go with part-time employees or
consultants.
Q: What is the most valuable insight a SCORE small business
mentor can offer to an entrepreneur as he/she develops their
business?
A: A SCORE mentor fills an important role as supporter and
encourager. People often doubt what they can learn and do. You need
someone who can provide expert guidance, and show that success is
possible if you choose the right business, critically evaluate the
competition, plan carefully, and follow good business management
practices.
Plan for success with a SCORE mentor. Ask a SCORE mentor your
questions online at www.SCORE.org or meet in-person at 102 Walnut
Street. To make an appointment call GMCCI at 563.263.8895.
CVB Prepares For Busy Summer SeasonThe summer travel season will
be in full swing in just a few short weeks. There are several
events on the Muscatine Convention and Visitors Bureau's calendar
for May 2011. Whether you are a business owner who hopes to see
your in-store traffic increase or you are a tourism supporter, you
will want to mark these dates on your calendar.
Muscatine Community College will host two separate regional
sports tournaments in May. MCC's Softball Team will host the
Southeastern
ICCAC Region XI Tournament on April 30 and May 1. MCC's Baseball
Team will host the Region XI Tournament on May
13 - 16. Student athletes from around the state will travel to
Muscatine to battle for bragging rights. Our community's
outstanding sports facilities make Muscatine a great place to play.
Check out all of the action at Kent-Stein Park and Tom Brunner
Field. For the latest MCC Cardinal schedule information, visit
www.eicc.edu/athletics/index.html.
The 5th Annual "That Was Then, This Is Now" Muscatine Boat
Show
will be held May 13 - 14. This year's event is being billed as
the year to "Pack the Park". Event organizer Dave Moritz hopes to
have at least 200 boats and 200 antiques cars take part. In
addition to seeing the gorgeous boats and cars
collectors will bring to Riverside Park, spectators will also
want to make plans to watch the Cardboard Boat Regatta and the
hydroplane demonstrations. All of the information regarding this
community event can be found by visiting
www.muscatineboatshow.com.
The 33rd Annual Melon City Criterium will be held on Sunday, May
29th. Muscatine's Weed Park will
be filled to capacity with bike riders from all over the US who
will be competing for their share of $10,000 in prize money. For
more information, please visit www.muscatinecycling.com.
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Thank You Raffle Donors!GMCCI thanks the following organizations
for providing donations to the raffle at the Annual Meeting and
Recognition Night. Your support is appreciated!
Allsteel Inc.Anytime FitnessAscentra Credit UnionBeckey
Insurance & Financial Services Bridgestone Bandag Central State
Bank Clove DentalCommunity Bank First National BankHappy Joe's
Pizza & Ice CreamHNI Corporation Iowa State University
Extension - Muscatine Office Kellor & Kellor Landscape,
Inc.MonsantoMuscatine Dermatology
Muscatine Foods Corp/Grain Processing CorpMuscatine Physical
Therapy Services, P.C.Musco Lighting Olson Family
DentistrySalvatore Vitale's Italian RestaurantSt. Ambrose
UniversityTaco John's TanworldTeam Staffing Solutions The Pearl
Button PaddlewheelThe Women's ConnectionTrinity Muscatine UI Health
Care - Muscatine Wathan Chiropractic
Thank You Annual Meeting SponsorsGMCCI thanks the following
sponsors of the Annual Meeting and Recognition Night. We appreciate
your generous support of our efforts.
Gold Sponsors Bridgestone BandagHNI CorporationIntegrated
Technology PartnersMuscatine Power & Water Stanley
ConsultantsTeam Staffing Solutions
Silver SponsorsCentral State BankFabricators Plus First National
Bank
Reliable Network SolutionsTrinity Muscatine Cocktail Reception
Sponsor Hampton Inn Dessert SponsorLutheran Homes
In-Kind DonorsClarion Hotel MuscatineFlowers on the
AvenueGenevieve’s PhotographyHy-Vee FloristMiller’s FloristThe
Crystal Tea RoomThe Flower Gallery
Greg Jenkins, Vice President of Economic Development for GMCCI,
announces winning raffle numbers during the Annual Meeting &
Recognition Night. More than 30 prizes valued at $100 or more were
provided by GMCCI’s members.
Outgoing Board Chair Scott Ingstad was recognized and thanked
for his leadership during the 2010-2011 year. Thanking Scott were
GMCCI President & CEO Bill Phelan, right, and Incoming Board
Chair Dave Penn, left.
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Muscatine, Iowa 52761-4027
563-263-8895 Fax: 563-263-7662
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5 April Economic Development Committee, 7:30 AMLearn Over Lunch:
Microsoft Community ConnectionsMcAvoy Center, Noon to 1:30 PM,
reservations required.
7 April SCORE 1:30 to 3:30 PM
12 AprilRibbon Cutting: Olson Family Dentistry200 East Cleveland
Street5 – 6:30 PM
14 April SCORE 1:30 to 3:30 PM Leadership Muscatine Graduation 3
to 7 PM, Muscatine Art CenterBusiness After Hours, Clarion Hotel, 5
to 7 PM
15 AprilPublic Policy Committee, 8 AMGMCCI Board Meeting and
Retreat
April 2011 Networking Events
20 AprilWake-Up Wednesday, Rendezvous, 6:45 to 8:45 AM Learn
Over Lunch: Small Steps to Health & WealthISU Extension Office,
Noon to 1:30 PM, reservations requiredRibbon Cutting: Iowa
Hospice1615 Second Avenue3:00 PM
21 AprilSCORE 1:30 to 3:30 PMYPN Third Thursday at The Elms,
5:30 PM
28 AprilSCORE 1:30 to 3:30 PM
GMCCI networking events are open to all Chamber members. If
you’re an employee of a Chamber member then you are a Chamber
member. Please join us!
Business After HoursHeld the second Thursday of the month from 5
to 7 PM.
April 14 Clarion Hotel MuscatineMay 12 Trinity MuscatineJune 9
Sister Cities AssociationJuly 14 SunnybrookAugust 11 Lutheran
HomesSeptember 8 Central State BankOctober 13 Temp
AssociatesNovember 10 Small Business Cooperative EventDecember 8
Conn Communications (U.S. Cellular)
Wake-Up Wednesday Held once per quarter from 6:45 to 8:45 AM on
the date specified.
April 20 RendezvousJune 29 Muscatine Art CenterOctober 5
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Serving Eastern Iowa And Western Illinois
Since 19491103 Grandview Ave.Muscatine, IA 52761
Phone: 563-263-7965 or 1-800-383-5455Fax: 563-263-0214
Protect your investment
Don’t allow insects to dictate your way of living. Ants, roaches
termites and other insects can make for a very uncomfortable living
environment.
You don’t have time to read up on all of the insects that are
invading your space, or to carefully investigate where they are
coming from.
Call a professional to handle your pest control needs. A pest
professional has the tools, skills and experience to answer your
questions and responsibly treat the pest problem.
Don’t get locked into long term contracts
Many pest control companies like to get you the customer locked
into a long term deal that you don’t need. This protects them not
you.
At Bosch Pest Control we will tailor the service to meet your
needs. We offer one time treatments, monthly service, seasonal
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meet the needs of the customer.
All of our services are guaranteed.
DON’T “SQUASH EM BOSCH EM”
We take care of all your residential and commercial needs!
Proud Muscatine Chamber member since 1964
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EASTER BRUNCH
Sunday, April 24, 2011 10:00 am to 1 pm
Join us for a wonderful Easter Sunday brunch including our
specialties –
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, Peach French Toast, Apple Toffee French
Toast, Ham, Pasta Dishes,
Vegetable Du Jour & More!
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED
RENDEZVOUS 3127 Lucas Street
Muscatine, IA 52761 563-263-2271
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Organizations today more than ever need to become “grant ready”
if they want to find the right grants to meet the goals of their
mission. This six-day, 48-hour format provides a concentrated focus
with time between sessions for reflection and implementation in
your organization. This program will equip your organization to
find the right grants, then provide you with critical skills and
techniques to successfully seek, write, manage and evaluate them.
Topics of discussion include:
developing a sustainable grants strategy to be a creative,
successful and competitive grant seeker
finding and evaluating grant making organizations (government,
corporation, foundations, etc.) who want to make an “investment” in
your mission
designing successful grant proposals which deliver measurable,
sustainable results
telling the story through effective mission, goals, and
objectives
budgeting effectively to add value and creditability
putting it all together and making a strong case—interpreting
the Request for Proposal (RFP), writing persuasive narrative,
organizing and formatting the application, engaging stakeholder
support, effective presentation making, etc.
facilitator Lance Noe, Director of the Drake University Center
for Professional Studies, will facilitate the session. Lance
teaches grant writing for the Drake University Master of Public
Administration program at the Des Moines, Ames and Quad Cities
locations. He also is the grant writing instructor for the
nationally accredited Certified Public Management program. Lance
has spoken at numerous regional conferences and professional
meetings bringing a message of how to best develop a sustainable
grant seeking and grant writing organization. Since 2006, he has
worked as a consultant to several state and local government
agencies, leading them through a comprehensive process of
developing a sustainable grants strategy. Most recently he wrote
the State of Iowa’s application to the Teacher Quality Partnership
Grants Program—a major federal grant which was awarded in 2010
following a highly competitive review process.
enrollment is limited. Register online at www.sau.edu/pdc. Cost
is $999 and includes all handout materials and lunches. Payment can
be made by credit card or check made out to St. Ambrose
University.
for more information visit www.sau.edu/pdc. or contact Jennifer
Prinz at 563/441-9950 or [email protected].
Grant Writing& Management
certificate in
St. Ambrose University Professional Development Center has
partneredwith Drake University to provide this focused and
interactive learning experience
6-day, 48-hour program8 a.m.–5 p.m. Thursday–Friday, April
28–29, May 5–6, May 12–13, 2011College for Professional Studies,
1950 E. 54th Street, Davenport$999 per person
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www.sau.edu/pdc
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2ndAnniversaryOpenHouse
2ndAnniversaryOpenHouse
Focused Rehab
April 9, 2011 • 2-4 pmOPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Entertainment bySweet Adelines, and 3 Guys
with Soule Catering by A Guy and a Grill.Please come help us
celebrate our successes
April 9, 2011 • 2-4 pmOPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Entertainment bySweet Adelines, and 3 Guys
with Soule Catering by A Guy and a Grill.Please come help us
celebrate our successes
Over 75 success stories havegraduated from Focus Rehab!
Come meet our exceptional therapists and staff!Follow the signs
to the Focus Rehab Unit.
Reception will be held in the Therapy RoomTours Available!
2421 Lutheran Dr.563-263-1241
www.lutheran-homes.org
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BUFFETSunday, April 24, 2011
11am - 2pmCarved Leg of Spring Lamb and Prime Rib
Honey Baked Ham and Fried Catfish Filets
Chicken Piccata
Rice Pilaf and Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Vegetables Du Jour
Smoked Whole Salmon
Assorted Salad Selections
Dessert DisplayAdults - $15.95; Seniors - $14.95
Children - $5.95 (ages 5 - 12); Children 4 and under - freePrice
does not include gratuity, tax and beverage
For reservations call 563-264-1165Iowa Room Restaurant located
inside
Clarion Hotel Muscatine
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Extra! Extra!
Come see all about it
Clarion Hotel Muscatine
Business After Hours
April 14, 2011
5:30 Pm – 7:30 Pm We will be featuring
what is new and upcoming
with the name change
2915 N HWY 61 Muscatine, Iowa 52761
(563) 264‐5550
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Trinity Muscatine offers an inexpensive way to find out how your
health stacks up…..As part of what we do to take care of the
residents of our
community, Trinity Muscatine is hosting a Community
Health Fair on Monday, May 2 from 1–7pm at Calvary
Church. Prior to the event, we are offering comprehensive
blood screenings at a greatly reduced price.
Comprehensive Blood ScreeningOnly $20 (Value: $293)* The first
500 to register receive their screening for only
$20 due to a generous donation from the “Friends of Trinity
Muscatine.” *Screenings $20 for first 500. Additional screenings
$40.
To schedule your appointment, call 563-263-0122Screenings will
be scheduled: April 18-22, 7 a.m.-10 a.m.
Tests include: Chemistry 2 profile, PSA (males), Lipid profile
and Hgb A1C
Participants must fast for 8-12 hours
Cash or check only
Why do these tests? Chemical profile will test kidney
functions,
sodium/potassium levels and electrolytes.
Lipid- checks fat in blood (cholesterol)
Hgb A1C- long term blood glucose levels over 2 months
period-helpful for diabetics to see how well over time
diabetes has been managed
PSA- prostate cancer screening for men
Participants that have been screened will receive test
result
at the Trinity Muscatine Community Health Fair, May 2,
2011. (See reverse for event details.)
Caring for our Community!
Trinity Muscatine | 1518 Mulberry Avenue | Muscatine, IA 52761 |
(563) 264-9100
trinitymuscatine.com
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Trinity Muscatine Community Health FairYour Hometown Medical
Experts - Sharing in the Health of our Community!
Monday, May 2 1-7 pm Calvary Church
Over 40 vendors and a variety of health information
sessions throughout the event including:
• Child obesity
• Women’s Health topics
• Men’s Health topics
• Understanding your EBO (Explanation of Benefits)
• Talking to your teen about sex and drugs
4/2011
trinitymuscatine.com
Health Care Reform One Year Later: A Curse or a Cure?
5pm
Presented by: Bill Leaver, President and CEO of Iowa Health
System
Iowa Health System is the state’s first and largest
integrated health system, with 25 hospitals
including Trinity, more than 140 physician clinics
and nearly 20,000 employees. Leaver is the former
CEO of Trinity Regional Health System which
includes Trinity Medical Centers in the Quad-Cities
and Trinity Muscatine.
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You’re invited to:
WAKE-UP WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2011 6:45 AM TO 8:45 AM
RENDEZVOUS – 3127 LUCAS STREET
JOIN US FOR MADE FROM SCRATCH CINNAMON
ROLLS, FRITTATAS & MORE! WHAT A GREAT WAY
TO START YOUR DAY:
with us!
