"The idea of waiting for something makes it more exciting."
-Andy Warhol
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Today....I...Am...EXCITED! [Insert GIF: kid flailing with excitement]
Excited to tell you that we have so much to look forward to! This week we say "Bye, Felicia" to September and "Hey, Dude" to October! October has it's fist tightly clenched around the opportunity to bring you all the glorious fun we've been awaiting. Let's run down what's happening...
In approximately 17 days we will welcome the 15th Annual Elkhorn Oktoberfest celebration to our downtown locale. 17 sleeps until we welcome 20+ food trucks and food vendors to overrun Wisconsin Street with their delicious smells and promises of a full belly. 400ish hours till the live music ripples through the air informing your brain it's time to celebrate. 24,000 seconds [give or take a few] till the classic cars roll in, the 5K-ers lace up, and we spend the day TOGETHER.
I'm equally excited to report that the City of Elkhorn has made the informed decision to allow the youth of our community the opportunity to forage for a bounty of candy that will live on for months in the back corner of a closet, pantry or hiding spot never to be seen again! Heck, we're already wearing masks we might as well get a sugar buzz reward for our efforts. In addition to our Annual Trick or Treat on October 31st from 5pm-7pm, check out our community happenings for the 6 FEET TRICK OR TREAT at Sunset Park!
I would be remiss to bathe each of these events in excitement alone and not reinforce the need for community members to be mindful of social distancing and the practices in place to share the responsibility of public safety. In 17 days we will host our first community event in 2020. We anticipate a surge of enthusiasm coupled with a pang of concern from our guests and viewing audiences. We understand all sides and appreciate everyone and look forward to spending time with those who feel comfortable to do so! Till then...
Keep smiling, keep sanitizing, and stay safe!
The Elkhorn Chamber
submitted by Kate Abbe
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REMINDER:
The Elkhorn Chamber and it's staff continue to provide weekly
e-blasts for all of our newsletter subscribers and chamber partners. If you have business updates or events to share please send to Kate Abbe at [email protected]. Let us help you continue to grow and engage with the Elkhorn community and surrounding areas!
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If you or a business you know are in need of assistance please reach out |
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EASD: REOPENING OUR SCHOOLS! |
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The Elkhorn Area School District (EASD) is preparing for a traditional, in-class return on September 8,2020. Health conditions within our community as well as local or state directives may require us to change or modify our initial plans, so flexibility and understanding will be needed as we navigate these unprecedented times.
Three different instructional models have been planned for students.
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CONRATULATIONS EAHS
LEADERSHIP AWARD WINNER!
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Each year at NC3’s Annual Leadership Summit, awards are presented to top-performing institutions in the NC3 Network. This year’s Leadership Award Winners were announced to attendees during the second day of the Annual Leadership Summit on July 9, 2020.
Elkhorn Area High School from Elkhorn, Wisconsin joined the NC3 Network in 2017 and has nearly DOUBLED its number of issued certifications each year.
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MULTI-CHAMBER VIRTUAL NETWORK SCRAMBLE!
NEXT SESSION: OCTOBER 8TH!
FOUR SESSIONS: 9/24, 10/8, 10/22, & 11/5
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Sign up for our Multi-Chamber Virtual Network Scramble! This event is hosted by our 10 surrounding Chamber of Commerce's. The goal of this event is to offer our business communities an opportunity to learn from others during these unprecedented times. Share challenges and advice with peers and business leaders in local and surrounding communities.
Groups of 8 will be given...
ONE HOUR. ONE QUESTION.
5 MINUTE RESPONSE TIME
20 MINUTE GROUP TALK
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ELKHORN OKTOBERFEST IS COMING!!!
OCTOBER 17TH
9AM-5PM
LIVE MUSIC, AUTHENTIC CUISINE, ANNUAL CAR SHOW & 5K, PLUS NEW ALL-AROUND TOWN BEER/WINE TASTINGS
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Looking for a great way to engage with new prospects and clients? Sign-up today to be a Food Vendor or Craft/Commercial Vendor at Elkhorn Oktoberfest!
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Elkhorn Oktoberfest continues to grow each year, inviting visitors from WI and IL to participate in our one-day festival. This provides a great opportunity for you to not only support the community and this great event, but to also promote your business. We invite you to review the sponsorship levels attached below, and become a part of our event this year.
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WELCOME,
ELKHORN KWIK STX!
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The Elkhorn KWIK STX Lacrosse club is a non-profit youth sports organization that provides organized lacrosse opportunities for boys and girls from the ages 5-14
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The 3rd Congressional District Primary Debates have now been completed and are available to view online. These were organized by Wisconsin Public Radio, with video streaming provided under a partnership with the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce and WIN Technology's Perigon System.
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Republican Debate
Recorded Friday, July 31
Jessi Ebben of Eau Claire
Derrick Van Orden of Hager City
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Democratic Debate
Recorded Thursday, August 6
Ron Kind of La Crosse (Incumbent)
Dr. Mark Neumann of La Crosse
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Round 8 of voting
Voting – Sept. 29-Oct 4
ONE VOTE PER DAY!
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You can vote in each matchup! Simply select the product you think is the Coolest, and click “Vote Now!”
You can vote once per day, so please come back tomorrow to get your favorite products into the Top 4!
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. While you're decorating for Halloween, New Beginngings APFV is asking you to add one more color to your black and orange decor. They encourage you to change the outdoor light bulbs on your home to purple, which is the rallying color behind the movement to end domestic violence.
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FALL MARKET AT THE BARN
TERRA YARD CREATIONS LLC
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Come out and join us
Saturday, October 3rd from
10:00 am to 4:00 pm for our..
Fall Market at The Barn!
Saturday, during our Fall Market at The Barn we will have local...
Makers, Artists, Artisans, Crafters
and Bakers showcasing their wares for your shopping pleasure!
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THE UNHUGGABLES
@Young Auditorium (VIRTUAL)
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Conservationist and Educator David Stokes Teaches Local Children About Some of Nature’s Most Misunderstood Creatures
Live Streaming Performance -
Saturday, October 17th- 3:00pm -
$5 Per Household
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CHIP IN FORE KIDS & FAMILIES!
TREEHOUSE GOLF OUTING
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In an effort to give back to the community, the Tree House Child and Family Center (Tree House) will host a “Chip in fore Kids and Families” golf outing on
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020
at Evergreen Golf Course in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. A portion of the proceeds will go to purchase holiday meals for local families who are struggling.
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TALES OF TERROR
@Young Auditorium (VIRTUAL)
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Be Afraid...Be Very Afraid! Master Storyteller Brings ‘Edgar Allan Poe’s Tales of Terror’ to Local Audiences Just In Time for Halloween!
Live Streaming Performance -
October 21st - 7:00pm -
$10 Per HOUSEHOLD
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6 FEET TRICK OR TREAT!
@SUNSET PARK HILL PATH
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Wear your costume and bring a flashlight
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH from 5PM-7PM
Fun "Trick Stations" using creative delivery methods from 6 feet away will be spaced throughout Sunset Park!
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News, Fake News, & Spin:
Deciding Who to Trust in an Age of Disinformation
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Tuesday, October 13th at 6:30pm.
In our modern world of instant communication and easy-to-access information, it’s important to constantly evaluate the news you hear...especially during a major election! Please join us online as Michael Edmonds, professor, author, and retired librarian as he examines bias, propaganda, fake news, and filter bubbles...and how to recognize and challenge them.
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ARE YOU A TOP WORK PLACE? |
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The Top Workplaces program exists as an opportunity for our local businesses to shine!
NOMINATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 23RD
Qualifying is easy and open to all businesses with 50+ employees in Southeastern Wisconsin. All eligible organizations that submit will enter the employee survey process and based on the results have the chance to be named a Top Workplace within the small, medium, and large business categories.
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Preventing Infection with
Good Hand Hygiene
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No place can be completely free of germs – even hospitals and other health care settings. But you can partner with your caregivers and take steps to lessen the presence of germs. Hand hygiene plays a major role in preventing the spread of diseases.
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JOIN THE L'BRI TEAM!
GREAT PRODUCTS,
GREAT FUN &
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY
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Join my team and work from home to add an extra stream of income to your budget.
I am looking for people who are interested in working with me to share L’BRI’s aloe-based products with those near and far!
No sales quotas. Simply enjoy the discounts or share with friends and family.
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WELCOME AMBASSADOR
VISIT Lake Geneva
Welcome Center
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VISIT Lake Geneva is seeing a passionate
Lake Geneva area ambassador to fill a position at the downtown Welcome Center located on Wrigley Drive across from the Riviera.
Summer Hours: Approx. 16-24 weekly. Winter Hours: Approx. 8-12 weekly.
262-248-1349.
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THRIVENT FINANCIAL
WE ARE GROWING!
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Know someone like a coach, pastor or teacher who is energized by helping people reach their goals? What about someone who’s motivated to run their own business or wants to make an impact in their communities?
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Walworth County COVID-19 Phased Guidance |
This document provides broad guidance for recovery from COVID-19 in our community. Walworth County encourages organizations and individuals to consider this guidance and apply it where able. Organizations should feel empowered to implement solutions that best meet their needs and should develop plans to adjust practices in the event of another rise in COVID-19 cases.
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MUNICIPAL COVID-19 UPDATE |
In this week's edition you will find the latest COVID 19 updates, information on how we’re preparing for the upcoming flu season, and details on how we have proactively taken measures to ensure access to vaccinations for both our team members and communities. I encourage everyone to contact your own physician or visit the Advocate Aurora Health Flu Shot webpage for more information about how to get your vaccination this year.
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Reminder: Available Small Business Relief Options |
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