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A TASTE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN: An Evening of Wine, Cheese & Connection
A TASTE OF THE MEDITERRANEAN An Evening of Wine, Cheese & Connection Join Reka Luxury Travel at The Rabbit Room for a delightful evening celebrating the flavours of Greece, Spain and Italy. Discover six carefully selected Mediterranean wines — three whites and three reds — paired with a shared charcuterie board in a relaxed, intimate setting. Whether you love discovering new wines, enjoy Mediterranean flavours, or simply appreciate good company, this is an evening to savour. - Six Mediterranean wines
A TASTE OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC: An Interactive Cooking Experience with Reka Luxury Travel & Cassandra at The Culinary Annex
A TASTE OF THE SOUTH PACIFICAn Interactive Cooking Experience with Reka Luxury Travel & Cassandra at The Culinary Annex Escape to the South Pacific for an evening of culinary discovery, inspired by the vibrant flavours and traditions of New Zealand, Australia and Fiji. Join Elaine Ware of Reka Luxury Travel and Cassandra at The Culinary Annex for a hands-on cooking experience celebrating island-inspired flavours, local food traditions and the joy of bringing people together around the table. - Discover
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COCKTAILS WITHOUT BORDERS: An Evening of South Pacific Flavours, Craft Cocktails & Connection
COCKTAILS WITHOUT BORDERS An Evening of South Pacific Flavours, Craft Cocktails & Connection Join Reka Luxury Travel in partnership with Cuvée for a spirited evening of discovery, inspired by the vibrant flavours and relaxed sophistication of the South Pacific. Learn to make three exceptional cocktails inspired by international flavours, with recipes to take home so you can recreate a little South Pacific magic in your own home. Enjoy inspired canapés, discover new flavour combinations, and connect with
Saturday is GiGi's Playhouse Night with the Iowa Wild!
The Iowa Wild returns with another hockey season, and GiGi’s Playhouse is back to partner with our favorite team on ice!We had a blast when the Wild gave us the spotlight last year, and we're delighted to come back to the Casey's Center this Saturday evening. Will you join us? The puck drops at 6 p.m. It will be the “Kids Opening Weekend”, so you know there will be lots going on. GiGi’s Playhouse will be highlighted throughout the evening, and the home team has donated autographed Iowa Wild merchandise
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Des Moines Christian New Early Education Center Opened August 10
Des Moines Christian New Early Education Center Opened August 10 URBANDALE, Iowa — Des Moines Christian Schools new Early Education Center opened its doors today, August 10, at its new location, 13831 Aurora Avenue in Urbandale. The Early Education Center is the first building on Des Moines Christian’s new 104-acre property, located approximately one mile north of the school’s current Urbandale campus. The center is designed to meet growing demand for high-quality, faith-based childcare and
Before They Walk Through the Door: Digital Presence and Foot Traffic in Urbandale
A customer decides whether to visit your store before they ever leave the house. Research shows that 76% of consumers check online first before visiting a business in person — meaning a brick-and-mortar without a digital footprint is invisible to most potential customers before they ever reach your door. For Urbandale businesses competing across the Greater Des Moines metro, that first impression now happens on a screen, not a sidewalk.Most Customers Search Before They Shop Not occasionally — constantly.
How to Build a Business That Withstands Economic Slowdowns
Small business owners face a recurring reality: economic downturns happen. Revenue can slow, customers delay spending, and credit tightens. The businesses that survive aren’t always the biggest — they’re the most prepared. Recession resilience isn’t about panic. It’s about disciplined cash management, diversified income, operational flexibility, and strong customer relationships. The goal is simple: reduce fragility before the market tests you.Key Takeaways Protect cash flow before pursuing aggressive
Here’s How Growing Companies Can Create Powerful Employee Training Programs
The biggest mistake small and mid-sized companies make during growth? They assume training is a one-time event — not a living system. In reality, an effective training program is a strategic engine, not a box to check.In a Nutshell (Your 90-Second Summary) A well-crafted training system helps teams adapt faster, reduces turnover, and keeps everyone aligned as you scale. To do this well: identify real performance gaps, create structured learning paths, design hands-on experiences, and track outcomes —
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Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines Supports Iowa Industries with Trusted Material Expertise
Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines delivers unmatched expertise to help Iowa businesses choose the right materials for their operational requirements. Beyond material distribution, the Des Moines team is a trusted partner, providing high-performance solutions that drive efficiency and cost savings. Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines serves Iowa industries by providing in-depth knowledge and personalized support for sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, food processing, heavy
Iowa Businesses Rely on Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines for Precision Machining Solutions
Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines provides Iowa businesses with high-performance material solutions and machining services that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Specializing in CNC machining, milling, custom parts, routing, and fabrication, the company helps businesses eliminate the need for costly in-house fabrication, minimize downtime, and ensure consistent production quality. Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines supplies highly accurate components for industries such as agriculture,
Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines Delivers Material Solutions to Support Iowa Businesses
Interstate Advanced Materials, a leading distributor of plastics, composite materials, tools, and care products, is proud to serve Iowa businesses through its Des Moines location, providing reliable solutions for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. Established in 1980 as Interstate Plastics, the company began its journey in Sacramento by helping local businesses grow. In 2013, it expanded to Des Moines in 2013 to better service the Midwest region. The company rebranded as
Urbandale, IA Businesses: FinCEN's BOI Filing Deadline is 01/01/2025. File Now to Avoid Potential Fines!
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires businesses to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN to promote financial transparency and deter financial crimes. As of today, November 27, 2024, Urbandale, Iowa, business owners have 35 calendar days (or 25 business days) left to file their BOI report with FinCEN—act quickly to avoid $500 per day fines! What You Need to Do:1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify as "reporting
Ways to Defend Your Innovative Edge in the Digital Realm
The rapid evolution of digital technology is transforming the business landscape, making intellectual property protection critical to staying competitive. Safeguarding unique ideas, brand identity, and innovations from imitation and misuse has become more challenging with the rise of online platforms. Digital advancements create both opportunities and vulnerabilities, heightening the risk of IP infringement. Knowing how to navigate patents, trademarks, and copyrights effectively can help protect creative
Wagoner Roofing Launches New Website
Wagoner Roofing, Central Iowa’s Premiere Roofing Contractor, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, that has been completely revamped to provide a fresh, intuitive, and enjoyable experience for their customers. The new site showcases Wagoner Roofing’s expertise, commitment to quality work, and focus on customer satisfaction, and the website design was built by Idea Rocket Labs Website Design and Marketing in Des Moines, Iowa. Key Features of the New Website Include:Beautiful
Grand View University Partners with Urbandale Chamber of Commerce for Member Partner Advantage
Des Moines, IA. Grand View University is excited to offer members of the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce (and spouses and children up to age 26) educational opportunities that will prepare them for the future with additional skills and knowledge they can put to work.Member Benefits include:15% tuition discount for undergraduate programs10% discount for select graduate programsOn-site information sessions for Chamber of Commerce membersAccess to Grand View’s Career Services departmentOnline, evening and
