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June 7, 7:30am
Hilton Garden Inn
June 7, 4pm
Chamber "Just the Facts" - Register
Middleton Chamber Office
June 11, 12pm
Ambassador Committee
Gilda's Club
June 13, 8am (7:45 Registration)
Ask the Expert: How to Reach Your Prospects on Facebook - Register
Edgewood College - Middleton Campus
June 14, 4:30-6pm
Open House & Ribbon Cutting (4:45pm)
Celerity Staffing Solutions - 6255 University Avenue
June 19, 11:45am
Brown Bag Lunch & Learn: Health & Wellness in the Office - Register
Middleton Chamber Office
June 20, 12pm
Economic Development Briefing - Register
Wisconsin Bank & Trust
June 20, 4-6:30pm
Business Social Hour - Register
Captain Bill's Seafood
June 21, 4pm
'Behind the Scenes' Trolley Tour: Gilson Inc. & Death's Door Spirits - Register
Departs from Keva Sports Center
June 21, 4:30-6pm
Open House & Ribbon Cutting
Century 21 Affiliated - 8001 Excelsior Drive
June 26, 11:45am
Lunch & Learn: Current Tax Topics - Register
Monona Bank
July 4
Chamber Office Closed - Happy July 4th!
July 12, 7:30am
Get Moving Middleton - Register
Hilton Garden Inn
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New Members
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Best Western Plus Inn Towner
2424 University Ave
(608) 233-8778
www.inntowner.com
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Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream
2831 Parmenter Street
(608) 203-5228
www.chocolateshoppeicecream.com
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Ixonia Bank
One Erdman Place, Ste 401
(608) 575-1220
www.ixoniabank.com
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Kutsunis Law Office, LLC
1001 N. Gammon Road, Ste 3
(608) 833-8030
www.KutsunisLaw.com
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L'BRI PURE n' NATURAL
5050 Siggelkow Rd #102
(608) 770-5052
www.lbri.com/kristinskincare
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Pinpoint Diagnostic Soundwaves Imaging, LLC
725 Heartland Trails, Ste. 205
(608) 841-1009
www.pdsidiagnosticultrasoundservices.com
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Red's Pizza
3301 Parmenter St
(608) 836-9080
www.redsmiddleton.com
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Taliesin Preservation
5607 County Road C, Spring Green
(608) 588-7900
www.taliesinpreservation.org
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The Edgewater Hotel
1001 Wisconsin Place
(608) 535-8200
www.theedgewater.com
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The Regal Find
1850 Parmenter Street
(608) 833-1633
www.theregalfind.com
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT:
Interview with Adrienne Hurburt-Stroud
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Interview by Patricia Eldred
Patricia joined MOM (Middleton Outreach Ministry) in December 2015 as Director of Development. She is currently engaged in inspiring and facilitating donations from community businesses, foundations, individuals, service and, faith-based organizations, to support MOM's work. Patricia has worked as a development professional with numerous Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for more than twenty years and holds the Certified Fundraising Executive credential.
Meet: Adrienne Hulburt-Stroud
Owner, Common Grounds Middleton
Where did you grow up? What did you want to be when you grew up?
I'm a Wisconsin girl, born in Milton, a very small town and moved to Madison in 2008. For a long time, I wanted to become an elementary school teacher, and did end up teaching preschool for many years, but learned over time that my true passion was finding unique and fun ways to bring people together.
Tell me a little about your background. How did your previous work lead you to your vision and development of Common Ground?
Common Ground is a culmination of many of my passions- organizing community events, enjoying good food & drink among friends, as well as a need I saw in the community for gathering space. One of the many regular events we host at Common Ground is Madison West Writers Group meetings. I started the MadWest Group in 2014 through meetup.com and we now have over 1,000 members and regular events throughout the month.
Over time, the idea began to grow in my mind of a shared community space where people could come together and enjoy activities they were interested in, or try something completely new. While doing this, also find comradery, support, build new friendships and a true community outside of the digital world. I spent over a year in the planning and organizing stage writing my business plan, looking at properties, meeting with existing building owners and building up an amazing network of fellow event hosts who would be interested in using the space once I acquired it.
When did CG officially open? Why did you select the Middleton community? What do you see as your current role in the business and in the community?
I acquired the building December 1, and myself and our head chef Cory Topel were here every day until the day we opened January 22, alongside a couple of my amazing family members who helped us remodel the building. My initial plan was to simply have a café and make most of the spaces available for groups to meet, classes, that sort of thing. However, we have a large, well-equipped kitchen here, with counter and bar space, so ultimately we decided to become a full service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner along with our café items. We have a strong emphasis on being environmentally responsible with biodegradable disposables, including our to-go cups, boxes, straws, etc. We also focus on using local vendors, like meats from Conscious Carnivore, Bering Bounty Seafood, Bagels Forever, Monona Bakery, Just Coffee, Rishi Tea, Sassy Cow Dairy, etc. On Friday nights we have an old fashioned Wisconsin Fish Fry and brunch every Sunday. We also have plenty of healthy, allergy-conscious and gluten-free choices, as well as meals "for the littles."
All sorts of community events take place here on the main floor and in the large and smaller meeting rooms upstairs. There are yoga classes, board game nights, a wide variety of live music events, book clubs, writer's group, children and family activities, art and craft classes, and much more. We are excited to be adding more outdoor seating and activities with the warm weather as well!
What is your vision for the future in the restaurant/community building business?
Common Ground is a two part project that I lovingly refer to as "country mouse" and "city mouse." Our current iteration is "city mouse," and down the road I plan to build Common Ground Farm that would consist of another community café and gathering space with more of a focus on "farm to table" type meals. There would also be outdoor space for retreats, live music, fairs, workshops for art and other activities, and so many other wonderful community features in a rural setting. This would also give us the opportunity to grow our own produce and raise animals.
What is the best part of your job? What is the most fun-what is the most challenging?
Our amazing team is the best part, as we have grown quite close in the last few months launching a brand new, bouncing baby business into the community. We work hard but have a deep respect and caring for one another. The most fun is seeing people using and enjoying the space, working with event hosts and feeling like a part of a true community.
The most challenging is the long hours, juggling all of the endless tasks that come with running a business, and keeping up with emails and office work in the midst of it all. I have to say though, I am loving every single second, as each one means I've finally been able to answer my call to create a safe space where all people are able to come together and find common ground.
What do you do for fun? What are your hobbies?
For fun I love to hang out with my family--my husband Aaron, Son Teddy and daughter Eloise. Lately we somehow always end up at Common Ground for dinner or music! Aside from that, we love to go on adventures to museums, the zoo, day trips to attractions in nearby cities and just spending time together.
I have always loved writing and am now on the board of the Wisconsin Writers' Association, a 70 year old organization promoting the literary arts. I also love film, music, art and other many other creative endeavors.
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6/1
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Building Business Together, Insurance Services Group
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6/1-6/2
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Attic Sale, Attic Angel Community
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6/6
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Business Transitions Seminar, Smith & Gesteland
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6/7
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Alex's Lemonade Stand Golf Outing, Northwestern Mutual
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6/7-6/10
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French Summer Home Market, Confectionique
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6/11
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Charity Golf Outing, Madison West Towne Middleton Rotary
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6/13
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Gin Tastings & Tag, Ultrazone Laser Tag
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6/13
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Joy, Appreciation & Perspective with Joanna Bull, Gilda's Club
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6/14
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"Gilda's Big Dance" 10th Anniversary, Gilda's Club
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6/14
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Apps & Taps Networking Fundraiser, REACH-A-Child
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6/15-6/17
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Father's Day, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse
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6/19
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Women in Business Breakfast, SVA
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6/27
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23rd Annual Golf Outing for Kids, Easter Seals Wisconsin
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6/28
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Landmark Oaks Grand Opening, MIG
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Members on the Move
Announcements|Awards|Hires & Promotions
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
BDO USA Announces Wisconsin Expansion, BDO USA, LLP announced an expansion of its Wisconsin practice through the addition of 85 staff, including 15 partners from Smith & Gesteland, LLP.
The Alliance Expands Self-Funded Employers' Options, Effective May 1, 2018, The Alliance network now includes all of the services provided by Ascension Wisconsin's clinically integrated system of care, including its hospitals and primary and specialty care clinics.
Madison Liquidators Opens New Division, Madison Liquidators is excited to announce the opening of a new division, The Conference Table Company which features a dynamic website filled with options for furnishing your boardroom.
AWARDS
Creative Business Interiors Ranks #1, Creative Business Interiors was recently voted "Best Office Furniture Firm" for the second year in a row by the Daily Reporter readers and the Wisconsin Law Journal.
PPD Recognized for Excellence in Clinical Research, Pharmaceutical Product Development (PPD) announced it has been recognized for excellence in clinical research by pharmaceutical and biotechnology executives surveyed for Life Science Leader magazine.
HIRES & PROMOTIONS
City Welcomes New Employee, The City of Middleton is pleased to introduce our newest employee, Stacie Reece as Sustainability Coordinator.
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5NINES, LLC
ABR Employment Services
AERIE Preferred Financial Group
AMERICAN HOME CONSULTANTS
Baymont Inn & Suites
Berndt CPA LLC
Bishops Bay Country Club
Boardman Clark, LLP
Brandon Eyes
Bristled Boar Saloon
The Bruce Company of Wisconsin
Captain Bills Seafood
Cat Care Clinic
Chalmers Jewelers
Chartwell Wisconsin
Clasen's European Bakery
CLM Prescriptives, LLC
Costco Wholesale
Dahl Financial Group
Diny's Jewelers of Middleton
DirectNetworks, Inc.
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Diversified Personnel Services, a division of Opportunities, Inc.
Entercom Madison
First Weber - Gladys Simon
First Weber - Sam Simon
Forward Service Corporation
Freska Mediterranean Grill
Friends of Middleton Library
General Purpose Movers, LLC
Good Neighbor Fest
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Group Health Cooperative of
South Central WI
Hampton Inn & Suites
Madison West
Homewood Suites
Madison West
Hubbard Avenue Diner
James A. Lord, DDS, S.C.
Livesey Company
Madison Top
Marriott-Madison West
Middleton Ford
Monk's Bar & Grill
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Nonn's
Optimist Club of Middleton, Inc.
Pipers Mechanical Inc.
Radisson Hotel
Restoring Hope
Transplant House
Roman Candle Pizzeria
Rush Wisconsin Soccer Club
Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc
T. Anton Investment House, Inc.
Total Awards & Promotions/ AwardsMall.com
TRICOR Inc.
Villa Dolce
Wealth and Wisdom of Wisconsin
Wegner CPAs
Wells Fargo
Wilson Law Group, LLC
Wisconsin Bank & Trust
Wisconsinmade.com
Wolff Kubly Hardware & Time Center
Wrench Auto Service, Inc
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Celebrating 5 Years
AERIE Preferred Financial Group
Berndt CPA
Brandon Eyes
Concordia University Wisconsin-Madison
Select One Mortgage
Wrench Auto Service
Celebrating 10 Years
Costco Wholesale
FedEx Office - Middleton
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison West
Megna Financial
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Celebrating 15 Years
Boardman Clark
Wolff Kubly Hardware & Time Center
Celebrating 20 Years
Celebrating 30 Years
James A. Lord DDS
Celebrating 35 Years
Friends of Middleton Library
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Thank You for Your Continued Membership!
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