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Sept 2-4, Thursday-Saturday
Cradle of Hope Pregnancy Resource Center in the E-3 CENTER in MT. PLEASANT (Washington Street) is having a food tent in the parking lot at the E-3 Center to raise funds to support the pregnancy center. They'll be serving walking tacos, maid-rites and sub sandwiches, plus bake sale items. Information:
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September 2, 3, and 4 (Th, Fri, Sat), 11am - 2pm
Mt. Pleasant Christian School is providing a "respite" from the heat and noise for parents and young children attending the Old Threshers Reunion. Stop by MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, 1505 E. WASHINGTON ST for a calm, quiet, cool environment with rocking chairs and free ice water. (Please note, this is designed as a quiet time, not a play time.) Information: Bob Jones: 319-385-8613
Sept. 3rd, Friday, 7:00pm
Concert w/ Brian Hanson at DANVILLE UNITED METH. CHURCH
DANVILLE, IOWA 201 South Main St.
Cost: Free, but a love offering will be taken.
Brian is a pianist/ humorist from Nashville, TN.- Through the vehicles of beautiful piano music, audience participation and a great sense of humor, Brian creates an atmosphere where God is lifted up and glorified.
For more info. call 319-392-4768
Sept. 8, Wed., 11am-1:30pm
Salad Luncheon at FIRST PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
OTTUMWA, IA. at 733 Church Street
cost: $6.00 for a salad, sandwich, dessert and drink. Everyone welcome!
For more info. call 641-682-8061 (Church office)
September 11, Saturday, 5 pm
9/11 Patriot Day "Lest We Forget" in BURLINGTON at the Big Top Tent set up on the SALVATION ARMY property, 232 COLUMBUS DRIVE (south of Agency St., behind Aldi's)
Taking time to...
Remember... where you were on that September
featuring live music, pictures, and stories plus
oil painting of 9/11 Faces by Renay Dominquez of Ft. Madison
Honor... those who serve: all military men and women and first responders
Unite... In Prayer and In Hope for the future of America
Guest Speaker, Pastor Larry Mulch of Parkview Bible Church in Hamilton, IL
Fellowship... Cookies and iced water provided following the program
All welcome! Some sheltered seating available, but please bring lawn chairs. Please, no protest signs. Candidates (of any party) desiring to serve in local, state, or national leadership roles are welcome to bring information and be available to those interested - after the program.
Sponsored by 912 Patriots of Burlington, www.912burlington.com Information: Jo-anne, 753-0455
Sept. 17, Friday, 4:30-6:30
God's Closet at FORT MADISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH
1029 48th Street
Come to find free clothing for you and your family
For more info. (319) 372-7000.
Sept. 21, Tuesday, 7pm-8:45pm
Parenting 101 class at GREAT RIVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
BURLINGTON, IA. 426 Harrison St
cost: Register by Sept. 10th- $20 Couple/$10 Single. Register after Sept 10th-$30 Couple/ $15 Single. (MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: FAMILY LIFE RESOURCES.) Mail registration to: Family Life Resources, 1425 West Ave., Burlington Ia. 52601. This is the first of 4 classes that you will be eligible to take after registration. The theme for this first class is: The big picture of parenting, "What did I get myself into?"
For more info. e-mail
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or call 319-752-8200.
Sept. 28, Tuesday, 7pm-8:45pm
Parenting 101 class at GREAT RIVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
BURLINGTON, IA. 426 Harrison st.
cost: Register by Sept. 10- $20 Couple/ $10 Single. Register after Sept. 10th- $30 Couple/ $15 Single. (MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: FAMILY LIFE RESOURCES.) Mail registration to: Family Life Resources, 1425 West Ave., Burlington, Ia. 52601. This is the second of 4 classes that you will be eligible to take after registration. The theme for this second class is: Why your child does the same wrong behavior over and over and over again.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
BURLINGTON - Greater Burlington Prayer Fellowship
Praying regularly for our families, community, state and
nation, GBPF hosts a monthly prayer time on the 4th
Thursday of each month, and weekly on Saturdays, 8:30am,
at the Great River Medical Center Chapel. For information,
call Cindy Patterson, 319-752-8691
BURLINGTON - Seventh-day Adventist Community Services Center 802 S. 14th (at Cedar)
Open Tuesdays, 9 am-2:45 pm: Needing donations (in good condition): kitchen and houseware items; towels and linens; in-season clothing, sizes infant through adult plus, and kid’s socks and sandals; men’s clothing and shoes especially needed; baby items such as strollers, high chairs, baby beds, towels, blankets, diapers, lotion; and also food items. Furniture in good condition, but please call ahead: 319-752-5304, and leave a message, and you'll be contacted.
BURLINGTON - Toastmasters
Have you ever been asked to speak at your church? Would you like to improve your speaking skills? Toastmasters will provide positive support in a friendly, fun environment. Join them on 1st and 3rd Mondays at 6:30 pm at The Drake restaurant on the riverfront in Burlington. Information: Samuel, 319-572-2174
S.E. IOWA - Iowa Child Care Resource and Referral
Free referrals and information about Preschools, Home Child Care Providers, Licensed Child Care Center, Before and After School Programs. Also: questions to ask providers and what to look for, average cost of care for your area, and where to report any concerns you may have. Financial assistance may be available for child care or preschool. Call Kalisha, 319-753-0193 or tollfree, 877-399-2560 or email
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October 2, Saturday, 7 am - Noon
3rd Annual 12:1 Run - including a Kids Race, 5K and 10K Runs and a Half-Marathon Run: a Benefit for Hays Pure Water for All Foundation, held in DANVILLE at HARMONY BIBLE CHURCH on Hwy 79, approximately 12 miles due west of Burlington, IA.
The name "12:1Run" is taken from Hebrews 12:1, which says, "Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance, and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us."
In the past two years, the run has been able to purchase water filters that quenched the thirst of 185,000 people! One well costing $500 will provide fresh water for 5000 people for 5 years.
Children through senior citizens are encouraged to participate and can run or walk the course of choice. A "Run Health & Fitness Expo" is available Friday, Oct 10, 4-7pm or Saturday, Oct. 2, 7-Noon.
Schedule for Races on Saturday, Oct. 2:
7:30-7:45am Children’s Races (by age group)
8:12:01am 5K Run/Walk and Half-Marathon Run Start
9:12:01am 10K Run/Walk Start
9:15am 5K Awards Ceremony
10:30am 10K Awards Ceremony
11:30am Half-Marathon Awards Ceremony
Sept. 2 Deadline for early bird discount registration. Registration can be done early "on-line." (Children’s races are free) 12:1 Run shirts are available in all sizes. Free participant childcare, newborn to age 10.
Training Runs are being held now, once or twice a week in Burlington, Mt. Pleasant, and Geode Beach areas.
Registration and Race Info: www.twelve1run.com
Questions: Sheila at 319-392-4229. Or, email race director Libby Samples @
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