JULY 1ST, 2020

WHAT DID ONE FLAG SAY TO THE OTHER FLAG? Nothing. It just waved.

ENJOY CELEBRATING THE 4TH!

Wishing you all a safe holiday with family and friends! Please remember that our local City of Elkhorn Fireworks will be held at Sunset Park on July 3rd ! There will NOT be entertainment, vendors or activities this year. Fireworks will begin at 9:30PM! Come and enjoy the show from the grass seats at Sunset Park or stream online at the Elkhorn Recreation Department Facebook page (see link below) WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE FOURTH OF JULY...

. Cookouts Select Fireworks Select Sparklers Select Festivals Select Family time Select Wearing red white and blue EVERYTHING! Select

WATCH FOR SURVEY RESULTS NEXT WEEK! Keep smiling, keep sanitizing, and stay safe! The Elkhorn Chamber

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 kate@elkhornchamber.com . Let us help you continue to grow and engage with the Elkhorn community and surrounding areas!

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STAY COOL WHEN IT'S HOT!

Keeping cool when temperatures reach record highs isn't just about comfort. Dangerously high temperatures can result in heat-related illnesses ranging from  heat cramps  to  heat exhaustion  and  heat stroke . The following tips can help you keep cool all summer long STAY COOL

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

CITY OF ELKHORN FIREWORKS! Enjoy the fireworks display in the park or from home! JULY 3RD @ 9:30PM  IN THE PARK: Please follow 6' social distancing guidelines FROM HOME: Livestream on the Elkhorn Recreation Facebook page LIVESTREAM HERE

SATURDAYS ON THE SQUARE CLOSED JULY 4TH! Thank you to all our frequent shoppers at Saturdays on the Square! The market will be closed for the holiday! We look forward to seeing you all on July 11th! VISIT ON FACEBOOK

CORN & BRAT DAYS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! IT'S OFFICIAL! Corn & Brat Days is ON! We will be downtown Elkhorn July 31st & August 1st celebrating all things summer. Please consider joining our volunteer team and supporting the Elkhorn Chamber! SIGN UP HERE

SOCK HOP NIGHT with PF & THE FLATHEADS Saturday, August 1st, 2020 6:00-10:00PM Doors open at 5:30pm Tickets: $10 per person Hosted by the Elkhorn American Legion ORDER NOW

SUMMER MEAL SERVICE EXTENDED TO AUGUST 7TH! Community Meals continue to be provided to community members of all ages. Pick-up from 8:30am - 10am. Locations include West Side, Tibbets, and the Middle School BUS PICK-UP TIME/LOCATIONS

BUSINESS UPDATES

NAILED IT DIY TAKE AND MAKE We want you to come celebrate with us!   Use the code: HappyFourth and get 15% off ALL WEEKEND LONG!!!   Take a break from the heat and come have some DIY fun!!! Can't wait to see you then!!! TAKE AND MAKE KITS

BEST NEWS EVER! UNITED WAY WALWORTH CTY On July 10th, 2020 the United Way of Walworth County will award the largest amount of grants to be given at one time in our history! Leaders from 46 agencies in Walworth County will be gathering for the check presentation and a socially distanced photo.  If you know of a business that would like to add something to the goodie bags to show appreciation for these amazing leaders who serve Walworth County day in and out , please call Tammy at 262-374-4474 or email  give@unitedwaywalworth.org . Deadline 7/8 at 5 pm. 46 count. Delivery or pick up available.

HOT SUMMER DEALS! EVERGREEN COUNTRY CLUB $35 for 18 holes with a cart, tax included. To receive this special, you  must book online   more  than 24 hours in advance and pre-pay for the number of golfers in your reservation. Online tee times available only seven (7) days in advance. Good for 7/8, 7/15, 7/29 BOOK TEE TIME

4TH ANNUAL BANNER BRIDAGE WALWORTH COUNTY FAIR Join the Walworth County Fair's BANNER BRIGADE! Starting August 1 - Sept 8 , your business can attach it's banner to the outside of the fencing around the Walworth County Fairgrounds! LEARN MORE

FAIR BANNER SALE! MINUTEMAN PRESS Perfect for County Fairs and other Summer Events! ORDER NOW

FIRST UNITED METHODIST LIFE LIFE SCREENINGS Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems related to: 1) blocked arteries 2) abdominal aortic aneurysms 3) hardening of the arteries in the legs 4) atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat 5) a bone density screening. 4 vascular tests and osteoporosis screening from $149 ($139 with our member discount).  All five screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete.   REGISTER HERE

WALWORTH COUNTY JOB CENTER Proud partner of the American Job Center Network. Walwoth County Job Center welcomes Judy Newcomer to the team as the new Walworth County Business Service Representative. Reach out to Judy to learn more about how she can help! Direct: 262-741-5261 |  Mobile: 262-215-9900 JNewcomer@dwfs.us LEARN MORE

Patio Blues on the Bend @ SPERINO'S PEPPERONI PUB EVERY MONDAY TILL AUGUST 31ST Come out and enjoy Glenn Davis, Jim Schoberg, and more on our patio. Bring a bag chair or drop the tailgate, and vibe to the rhythm. Food and Beverage available, Carry-Ins not permitted. *Weather Dependent* FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK

LEARN & GROW

ADVOCATE AURORA HEALTH TIP Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for the sake of your health. Tobacco is the single greatest cause of disease and premature death in our country today READ MORE

STAY CONNECTED TO YOUR FINANCES! Sierra Financial Services of Elkhorn will be hosting a series of virtual financial classes this summer to help you stay connected to your finances A meeting link will be sent to you prior to the class! REGISTER TODAY!

YOUR ROLE AS A LEADER HAS CHANGED! ZOOM WITH US! Starting in June, we’re offering two meetings per month (instead one each week). We’ll broadcast on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month. Stay tuned for additional topics and be sure to recommend your own.  Contact Liz Oplatka at oplatkae@gtc.edu, (262) 939-1230 or Jamie Rauth at rauthj@gtc.edu, (262) 705-6424. REGISTER HERE

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NOW OFFERING VIRTUAL JOB FAIRS TO EMPLOYERS WITH RECRUITING NEEDS

ODLING PLUMBING IS HIRING!

THRIVENT FINANCIAL WE ARE GROWING! 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?  LEARN MORE

New information DAILY!

KNOW WHAT WE KNOW! As the Elkhorn Chamber team continues to work SAFER AT HOME our goal is to help you stay connected. Please visit our COVID-19 Resource page to stay updated on local, state and national news. If you are a business owner and want to add information to our page please contact us. EMAIL US