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UPCOMING EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Haunted Forest!

October 25, 26, 27, & 30, 2007: Haunted Forest, This is going to be our second week of the Dubuque Jaycees Haunted Forest. Lets all meet at the YMCA Union Park Camp at 15976 JFK Road, and show everyone how creepy we can be! The public ticket price is $7.00, and we recommend people to dress appropriately since you will be walking in a forest at night (black clothes are recommended if you are planning to help with scaring). We start "Lite Fright" at 6:30 pm and then we start full fright right after the last "lite frighter" goes through (event usually ends around 10 pm based on crowd size). Our trail takes about 20-25 minutes to go through. Please be there around 5:00-6:00pm if you plan to help us out. For those who help out beverages will be available throughout the night & a hearty meal will be served when we close. Costumes will be available to wear or bring your own! If you do use our costumes we ask for you to return the costume at end of night so others can use it for other nights. Yes-There are actually jobs that do not involve scarring people. These include ticket sales, parking/crowd control, food serving/preparation & various other tasks. If you would like to help us contact Chad at cwagener@dubuquebank.com or Tammy at ruajc@yahoo.com
We hope to see you there IF YOU CAN HANDLE IT!

Sunday October 28, 2007: William M Black Trick or Treat, This is the night we hand out Halloween treats to children at the River Museum. If you are interested in helping out please contact Elizabeth at eroberts@kendallhunt.com

Thursday November 1, 2007: Board Meeting, 7:00pm Executive Board & 7:30pm Board, held in clubhouse.

Friday November 16, 2007-Sunday November 18, 2007:
Iowa Jaycees All-State & Leadership Conference,
The Branding of You
Transitions- Making sense of the life's inevitable changes and how to prepare for them. Learn how to prepare for and handle changes in your career and how to align them with your goals. Plan a course of action to handle these changes, both expected and unforeseen.
Employment Communications – How to be prepared to market yourself for opportunities within and beyond your current position. Utilize written communications such as resumes, cover letters, and business cards. Develop your verbal communication skills for situations such as job reviews, interviewing and more.
Plotting Your Course- Establishing objectives to meet you career goals and how best to pursue those objectives. Learn the best strategies to achieve your career objectives and navigate the constantly changing business environment.
Networking – Find out the best ways to keep others aware of your experience and skills. Utilize these resources to find out about opportunities that you may not have otherwise discovered.

About the presenter:
Billie Sucher is a private-practice career transition consultant based in Urbandale, Iowa. For over two decades, she has provided career services to organizations and individuals (executive-level to entry-level) throughout the country. She has spoken to various groups across the country including business, community, government, and educational entities. Her public speaking prowess has earned her a spot in the Toastmaster's hall of fame as well as numerous competition wins. She has an unwavering commitment to and passion for:
· Career Counseling & Career Coaching
· Professional & Executive Resume Writing
· Outplacement & Career Transition Programs
· Interview Practice for Competitive Advantage
· Public Speaking & Seminars on Career Topics

Accommodations available at

Marriott
1250 Jordan Creek Parkway
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
515-267-1500
Room Rate: $79/night
Early Bird Registration: October 26, 2007
Early Bird Registration Registrations after October 26
$100 Conference + All-State $100 Conference + All-State
$75 Conference Only $75 Conference Only
$60 All-State Full $70 All-State Full
$35 All-State Basic $45 All-State Basic
Senate Early Bird Senate after October 26
$ 45 Full $55 Full
$15 Basic $15 Basic
Early Bird Registration "Extended" Deadline: October 26, 2007 - postmarked

Don't miss this great opportunity for networking, education and fun! Let me know if you are interested in attending. There are some monies available to help offset the costs. Plus, its more fun when a large group all go together. And this hotel is really great too!
Contact Sara at sara.selchert@gmail.com



OTHER NEWS,

Local Mattitude Programs For November,

My Presentation Skills Seminar November 7th from 8:30am-4:00pm $300

My Communicate with Mattitude November 13th from 8:00am-10:00am $40

If there are any Jaycees who would like to attend, you will receive a 10% discount. Please call or email Matt to sign up.

matt@mattbooth.com or 563-773-matt.

Mat-ti-tude: (n)
1. Be Yourself - Improve Yourself.
Also check out his website at, www.mattbooth.com

Rent Road Trip,
Let's go on a road trip to see..... Rent - Adler Theater in Davenport Sunday, December 2nd @ 4:00 pm Tickets range from $36.50 to $56.50 You can choose which tickets you would like. But, many of us are purchasing the $51.50 tickets (we want awesome seats!). Money needs to be given to Tami Norton or Amanda Brewer by October 19th. This play is a modern day version of the opera La Bohème. Set in New York City's East Village, it's an emotionally stirring story of a community of young artists struggling to live and celebrate life. Visit www.siteforrent.com for more information of the show.
For more information contact Amanda at amandayemma@mchsi.com

Dubuque Jaycees Volleyball,
Volleyball is returning again for another season, watch for more information in future updates, or contact Alyson at 590-6133 for details.

2007 Boss's Night Information: The 2007 Boss’s Night Dinner is coming up in the first week of November. Although this event is still several months away, the 2007 Awards Committee is now taking nominations for the three awards we will give out at the banquet: the Gil Chavenelle Memorial Award (for an outstanding citizen over 40), the Outstanding Young Person of the Year (for a citizen under 40), and the Boss of the Year. This event to honor our bosses and community leaders will be open to anyone in the community, so please nominate anyone who is deserving of community recognition.
Please see the attached nomination form for details. Nomination deadline is October 18, 2007. Additional details about the event will be available at the August General Membership meeting. If you have any questions, concerns, or comments, please contact the 2007 Community Involvement Director, Elizabeth Roberts at 563.580.8487 or eroberts@kendallhut.com *See Bosses Night2007 Forms.pdf attachment for more information



Thank You To Our Partners, Sponsors, and Friends,

American Trust & Savings Bank
Cartegraph Systems Inc.
Dubuque 365
Dubuque Bank & Trust
Dupaco Community Credit Union
Graham's Style Store
John Deere
Kintzinger Law Firm, P.L.C.
Kirchoff Distributing Co.
Radio Dubuque