JULY 8th, 2020
 "Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, and brains save both" .

-Erwin Rommel

We are all sweating these days. We have no choice, it's HOT! So chances are, if you've walked outside your house in the last week, you've sweat. And just like everything else in life, we're all different. Light sweaters, heavy sweaters, and everything in between. (Cool. We're talking body functions)

But there's a different kind of sweat happening too. There's the kind of sweat that comes with hard work and perseverance. As individuals and as a collective we are all working towards balance and waiting to see what comes next. And while we wait, we sweat . We work hard each day to get our jobs done, to go the extra mile, to encourage those around us and embrace what brings us joy. We are working to maintain protocols and uphold regulations that we believe create safer work and home environments. We are working to be better for the person standing next to us. We are working to be better for the generation yet to come. And while we work, we sweat.

While I believe that Erwin Rommel's quote pertained more to a military mindset, I think it is relevant. Our sweat today will create preservation. The work we do now will make a difference. And the more efficient we work, the more effective we will be.

The temperatures are rising outside and we are prone to sweat. When it's hot outside we find creative ways to stay cool. We run through sprinklers, sit in kiddie sized pools, carry squirt bottles, call a friend with a boat, the list goes on. Let's be creative with how we "stay cool" while we work each day. This is not a get-out-of-jail-free card so you can terrorize your annoying co-worker with squirt guns and water balloons , but an opportunity to seek out new incentives and motivators for you and your teams. Get creative and stay cool while we work for a better today and a better tomorrow.
Keep smiling, keep sanitizing, and stay safe!

The Elkhorn Chamber
submitted by Kate Abbe
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SURVEY RESULTS
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

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
SATURDAYS ON THE SQUARE
OPEN JULY 11TH!
Saturdays on the Square will be open
9am-1pm, July 11th , and ready for visitors! Plenty of shade to enjoy while shopping the fresh market, baked goods, and our amazing local craft vendors!

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!

ELKHORN RIBFEST
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
GOOD FOOD, GOOD MUSIC, GOOD TIMES!
The best kept secret, we have the GREATEST VOLUNTEERS!
Sign up today to save your team of volunteers a spot at RIBFEST. All volunteer hours are calculated and will earn fundraising dollars for your organization or your chosen non-profit.

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

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

BUSINESS UPDATES
RELAY FOR LIFE
GOES VIRTUAL AUGUST 1ST!
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Relay For Life of Walworth County will be held virtually this year. It joins nearly 50 others from across Wisconsin in holding their Relay event virtually on Aug. 1. 
 
Cancer patients are some of the most vulnerable to COVID-19. Hosting the event online allows everyone – including cancer patients, survivors and their caregivers – to safely join with others to celebrate, remember and fight back


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. 

LUTHERDALE FEST
QUILT AUCTION - AUGUST 8TH!
34TH ANNUAL QUILT AUCTION
August 8th, 2020
9am to 3pm

Quilt Preview and Fish Fry
Friday August 7th 4-7pm

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

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!

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

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. 

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*

LEARN & GROW
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!

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


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.


JOIN THE TEAM!
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?

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.