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New Members
in December
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Verona Road Business Coalition
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Verona Area Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Award Nominees Sought
We are seeking nominations for the Awards Ceremony at this year's Annual Dinner! Is there someone you think deserves to be recognized for all they do? Let us know!
The categories are:
- President's Award - For longtime service to the community and the Chamber
- Volunteer of the Year - Exceptional volunteer commitment in the Chamber and the Community.
- Director's Award - Exceptional community service over the past year.
- Chamber Participation Award - Exceptional devotion to Chamber activities and events.
If you know of someone who should win the above awards this year, submit that person's name for nomination by e-mailing [email protected].
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At Tuvalu Coffeehouse & Gallery
300 S. Main St. | +1 (608)-845-6800
January 8, 2016
Friday, 7:30p
Madison Songwriter Showcase featuring T Burns & Paul Creswell Open mic
$5/$3 donations accepted
January 9, 2016
Saturday, 6:30p
The Buzzards
FREE
January 15, 2016
Friday, 7p
Stephen Lee Rich
FREE
January 16, 2016
Saturday, 7p
Greg McMonagle
FREE
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January 22, 2016
Friday, 7p
Steven Graham & Haley Parvin
FREE
January 23, 2016
Saturday, 7p
Field & James
FREE
January 29, 2016
Friday, 7p
Common Chord
FREE
January 30, 2016
Saturday, 7p
Getaway Drivers
FREE
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At the Verona Public Library
500 Silent St., Verona WI
Wednesday, January 20 | 7pm-8:30pm
Laura Gmeinder, certified human resources professional and leadership coach, will help you discover, or rediscover, what makes you happy. She will also provide tips to help you do more of what you love and less of what you don't.
EveryWomen's Journal is a program that teaches proactive health-journaling techniques to women for increased self-awareness and to benefit their emotional and physical well-being. Participants will learn journaling techniques through writing exercises, and will receive a free specially-designed journal, guidebook, pen, and health resource information.
This program is presented in partnership with the Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required and is limited to 15 participants. To register, contact Nora Miller at [email protected] or call 608-251-1675, ext. 103.
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Classifieds
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Commercial Space for Rent
Unusual and unique opportunity. We have about 1200 square feet of commercial office space (4-5 offices) with furniture in a Class A office Building and a prime west side location that we want to offer for a very fair price.
Please call Steve at (608) 220-3546.
Sharp Copier, Fax, Scanner, Printer
New in 2004, it has been stored last three years, was under Gordon Flesch service contract while it was in service. Includes 2 new cartridges. $300 OR BEST OFFER great machine
Commercial Property for Sale
Great Investment Opportunity - Verona Strip Mall
600 W. Verona Ave., Verona WI - Location, Location, Location! Well established with major visability, this seven unit 9500 square foot strip mall would make a great opportunity as an investment property. Property has been well maintained and comes with 23 parking stalls. Located right down the road from the Epic campus and across from the new Holiday Inn. WI DOT reports 5900 vehicles pass by this property daily. For additional details, please call Mark Nortman with United County-Bender & Associates Realty at (608) 575-3393.
Deluxe Office Space
View this quality 2500 sq. ft. office space, complete with reception area/desk, one private office, conference room, 6 built-in desks with work areas, kitchen, large separate work area/supply station, extra storage, elevator, and ample parking! Perfect layout for real estate office! Convenient location at Collin Cort,
600 W. Verona Avenue. Call Kirk at 608-220-4330 for appointment.
Commercial Space
For Lease
Verona- 318 Locust Dr.
ZONED - Urban Industrial (Many Uses) 2,958 Sq. Ft. (650 sq./ft.Office and 2,308 Sq./Ft. Production/ Warehouse)
Office & Retail
Prairie Oaks Retail and Office Center. Join Verona's largest number of independent office and retail businesses in one location. Current tenants include Milio's Sandwiches, Papa Murphy's, Rhapsody Arts Center and more! Various sizes from 1,300 sq. ft. up to 5,000 sq. ft. Great lease rates! Flexible terms! Cross Country & North Edge Trail. One block off Hwy M. Website:
westrent.com
or call Mike Johnson at
608-270-0000
Office Space for Rent
161 Horizon Drive, Verona. 1,234 sq. ft. of finished office space available June 1, 2012. $1,700/ month, gross.
Great location next to JSD Professional Services, Inc. with plenty of parking. Also near Super 8 and McDonalds, just north of 18/151.
Space has a nice reception area, four private offices, kitchenette and restroom. Located on Horizon Drive near the new funeral home. Please call Dave Conlin at 608-848-5060 x 211 for more information.
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| Verona Chamber Newsletter January 2016 |
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I hope your New Year is starting off with a bang! We have hit the ground running in 2016. Membership dues notices have been mailed. We are in the process of updating our membership database software to make it more user friendly to members. You will be able to log in and update your own information, if you choose to do so. You will be able to promote your events on our website calendar. And, you will be able to register for all events in one place, as well as sign up to work on a committee or an event.
So be sure to return your dues notice and make sure we have the most up-to-date information for you. This is the information we will be using for the printed Directory. And, you won't want to be left out!
I am putting together several groups to assist with Chamber business, update the offices and market Verona and our local businesses. Right now, I am specifically looking for people with a passion or expertise in remodeling/interior decorating; and, those with a background in marketing and/or advertising, but if one of these isn't your cup of tea then consider volunteering for any of our other committees or events.
Other volunteer opportunities are Ambassadors, Annual Meeting, Business/Education, Economic Development, Golf Outing, Hometown Days, Lunch & Learn, Marketing/Promotion, Music Festival, Networking Lunches, Newsletter, Retail & Restaurant, Tourism, Website or General Volunteering (where needed).
Finally, we are beginning our sponsorship efforts too. If you know of a business or organization that would be a great sponsor for the Chamber or one of our events, please forward their contact information to me!
As always, if you have any ideas or comments to share please email me -
[email protected] or call me - (608) 845-5777.
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Note from the Chamber:
Our executive assistant Molly will out of the office from Jan. 11 - January 22 for her wedding and honeymoon! If you need to contact the chamber during that time, please send your requests/concerns/etc...to Le directly at
[email protected].
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Networking Lunch
January 13 | 12pm
The first Networking Lunch of the year is set for Wednesday, January 13 at noon at Gray's Tied House in Verona.
In the past, the Networking Lunches consisted primarily of networking and the introduction of new attendees. We are going to try something new this year. At most lunches we will add a very brief presentation / update (approx. 10 min) on issues or topics that are of interest to area businesses. Some proposed topics for future luncheons include the Verona Road Construction and impact to businesses, Verona becoming a Dementia Friendly Community, Verona Young Professionals, and Room Tax Changes. Many of these topics will be part of our Lunch and Learn series too but in much greater depth at those gatherings than at the Networking Lunches.If you have a topic that you would like an update on please send your idea to me - [email protected]. The cost of the meal is $10.
So bring some business cards to exchange, a name badge if you have one, and enjoy the lunch.Please RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling 845-5777.
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Chamber Photo Contest
Deadline January 6, 2016
The Verona Area Chamber of Commerce is reaching out again to local photographers for some beautiful pictures of our city of Verona to include on the cover of our annual directory. The Annual Directory goes out to every household in Verona, all area tourist centers and Chambers, and to all visitors and potential new residents. It is also on display at all times in our Chamber office.
Do you think you have the perfect cover shot?
Some ideas to consider; parks, downtown, family, children, sporting events, bike trails, or maybe you have something totally unique!
Send your picture(s) to [email protected] with the subject line "Photo Contest" and if selected, your photograph will be published on the cover and your name will appear in the title page! All images sent must be 300 dpi (or more) and standard photo print size .
Deadline is set for Wednesday, January 6, 2016.
Note* If we get a large quantity of entries, we may also choose to use some pictures inside the directory as well, so your chances of being published are very good!
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THE FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES VERONA IS NOW OPEN!
The 90-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Verona is now open. Located at 613 West Verona Avenue, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Verona will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned locally by Nine Mound Hospitality and managed by S&L Hospitality. This is the first Fairfield Inn & Suites in the state to feature the brand's new design and décor, which enhance the guest experience through flexible features, and a warm and welcoming environment.
Hotel amenities include complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool, an exercise room, valet laundry service, complimentary extensive shuttle services, underground parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as fax and copy services. The hotel also offers 660 square feet of meeting space to accommodate functions of up to 50 people.
An Open House and Grand Opening Celebration will be held in a couple of months. An invite will be sent out as soon as the date is determined.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Verona
613 West Verona Avenue
Verona, WI 53593
Phone: 608-845-9000
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Business After 5 Reception
January 20 | 5-7pm
Best Western Towne Suites
Best Western West Towne Suites invites you to celebrate their recent renovation at a Business After 5 reception on Jan. 20 from 5-7pm. Enjoy food, camaraderie and networking as we showcase our newly renovated Breakfast Room, lobby and Marketplace featuring frozen food items, snacks, sundries, beer and wine.
 Want to start the year off by helping someone in need? Bring a gently used professional jacket for donation to Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS)
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Phat Pack
Presented by the Verona Area Performing Arts Series
Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 | 7:30pm
VAHS Performing Arts Center
The PHAT PACK are three excellent performers who have been on Broadway, as well as on National Tours, and now work as a group in Las Vegas. They all met while doing the National tour of Les Miserables. Ted Keegan played the role of the Phantom on Broadway and later on the National Tour; Randal Keith played Valjean in Les Miserables on Broadway and National Tour; and Bruce Ewing played Jinx in Forever Plaid on the National Tour and in Las Vegas. They opened as the Phat Pack in 2012 at the Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas, and then moved uptown to the Bally's Hotel and Casino. In addition to singing the great songs of Broadway, American Standards, along with some hilarious new music of their own, they share stories of their lives and careers.
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Verona Area Chamber of Commerce
